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In Better Than Coffee, a family learns to resolve their differences and rediscovers the power of Christianity through regular meetings and a renewed supportive family network. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
The comfort of how coffee and tea in society brings families and friends together and my love for drinking a hot cup of tea or ice cold glass of tea.
Are there any emotions or memories from your own life that you put into your characters’ lives?
Yes, watching meaningful tea and coffee talks through world events and enjoying tea and coffee talks with family and friends through the years.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
The importance of a healthy support system of family and friends who are safe to share hard times, tears, and laughter, with the joy of enjoying a cup of coffee or tea for additional comfort and relaxation.
Can we look forward to more work from you soon? What are you currently working on?
Yes, I am in the formation stages of writing family and friends fun books.
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learn later that although coffee provides them with temporary comfort, God becomes their ultimate comfort for every walk of their lives, unhealthy addictions, brokenness, and despair in their lives with God’s help and the support of one another.
Although the characters are fictional, the power of God and Christianity is real.
May readers be inspired to love God, enjoy coffee or tea, and share their blessings and life’s adventures with their loved ones.
Better Than Coffee
Dr. Shon Shree Lewis’s Better Than Coffee is a heartfelt novel that captures the essence of faith, family, and self-discovery. Set in the quaint town of Greenville, Kentucky, the story follows Tammy Sky, a young girl raised by her aunt Beverly after her biological parents give her up for adoption. Through a series of revelations, challenges, and heartwarming moments, Tammy’s journey intertwines with her family’s rediscovery of faith and love. Each chapter reveals the complex layers of familial bonds, personal struggles, and the redemptive power of faith, making it a poignant read.
The writing in this book shines when it delves into the intricacies of family relationships. One moment that particularly resonated with me was when Beverly explains Tammy’s origins to her—a tender yet nerve-wracking scene that shows Beverly’s deep love for her niece despite the complicated history. The dialogue feels authentic, and the emotional weight of the conversation is palpable. While the prose is straightforward, it carries a warmth that drew me into the lives of these characters, making their joys and sorrows my own.
At times, the pacing of the story shifted focus to detailed descriptions of coffee rituals, which were delightful but occasionally felt lengthy. These moments added a comforting sense of atmosphere and highlighted the role of coffee as a symbol of connection and reflection within the story. While I sometimes found myself eager to return to Tammy’s more immediate conflicts, such as her relationship with her biological mother, Heather, the coffee scenes ultimately enriched the narrative’s theme of community and belonging.
The faith-based elements are woven into the story in a way that feels genuine rather than preachy. Tammy’s first visit to church, for example, is portrayed with a sense of awe and wonder that reminded me of the transformative power of faith. The pastors at the Light Tabernacle, along with characters like Julia, provide spiritual guidance that feels grounded in love and understanding.
Better Than Coffee is a warm and uplifting story that would appeal to readers who enjoy family dramas with a faith-centered perspective. It’s heartfelt message and relatable characters make it worth the read. I’d particularly recommend it to anyone seeking an inspiring, spiritually nourishing novel.
Pages: 225 | ASIN : B0D9QFKS6D
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