Unfortunately this book just wasn't for me. I found the writing to be overly juvenile in places, and the plot... well there wasn't really one to speak of. The romance was too insta love/lust for my liking, I didn't really like the MMC at all, he's standoffish and just doesn't seem that bothered with the FMC, and I just found it so overly repetitive in places. The MC doesn't come from a 'dragon' family, which must be mentioned at least 10 times within the first quarter of the book, but then the whole premise is she get's given a Dragon to train? With no experience? DNF at 30%

3.5⭐️
This was a really sweet and cosy story, definitely low stakes, just a fun love story with the added bonus of baby dragons.
I liked the characters, the tiny amount of drama was believable and not contrived, and it was 100% feel good.
Was perfect for a lazy day’s reading whilst the weather is misbehaving again.

Thank you to Net Galley and Avon Books UK for providing me with an ARC of this!

I’d describe this book as a Hallmark film with baby dragons.

Firstly, I’ll start with what I liked about this: the baby dragons were adorable, and I want one - although I think I would’ve liked some more in-depth descriptions of them to help visualise them a bit more. I liked the descriptions of the cafe and Starshine Valley early on in the story; they felt immersive and sometimes brought across that feeling of cosiness.

However, the romance was too cheesy for me and the writing style was simple too, whichmade the characters feel a lot younger than their mid-late 20s. The story also felt relatively simple with no stakes, which personally isn’t something I enjoy. The ending also felt very rushed for me. I wish that Mount Echo had more development and description and I feel like it would’ve been cool to get more of the story here, given it did have a somewhat integral part to the story.

Personally, I don’t think this book is for me but if you like really low to no stakes stories and cheesy-fluffy romance, you’d probably like it!

It was cute and fun! Not a favorite read for me but it was a cozy/low stress book. I would recommend it to a friend if they were interested in more wholesome romantasy books.

This novel is certainly not my genre but after seeing the cute cover and the great reviews, I had to add it to my list. The whole novel is completely endearing and I was soon lost in the plot. I really liked how the relationship unfolded between Saphira and Aiden and you can’t fail to fall in love with Sparky. Thank you to NetGalley, Avon Books UK and the author for the chance to review.

This was probably not my usual cup of tea but who can resist a baby dragon? Cosy fantasy is so popular right now and I think this is the warm hug in a book you expect from the cover. Very sweet!

Omg this is the cutest book ever. I want a baby dragon. If you like forth wing for the dragons and the likes of legends and lattes for a cute and cozy fantasy story you’ll love this book

This book is adorable and cosy and just so sweet. The Dragon Cafe is a wholesome cosy read, we see Saphira face her struggles as even though her dream has come true she has to fight to keep it going. Aidan needs help after losing his brother and they strike up to make a brilliant team. The stealer of the book is Sparky for sire. I love seeing Aidan and Saphiras relationship grow as they learn to believe in themselves and open up to each other.

Super cute and cosy fantasy romance. Really loved the premise of the book - the idea was really unique and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I found it a super easy read. Loved the insight into Dragons and their history etc. I would really like my own Sparky ❤️ Looking forward to the next books in the series!!

Thank you Avon Books for the ARC of this book.

Whole freaking and shining 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 !!! This is such a cozy romantasy read. Few chapters into the book, the world building just seemed so creative and imaginative to me 🤍. It instantly became my comfort read 💜 from the past few weeks, I'd return from college and read few chapters from this book to relax 🤧✨💗. I read it slowly on purpose...more like I SAVOURED each and every word 💖. The writing is just fabulous and I love love the way the @aamna_qureshi words provide comfort and give heartwarming feelings. I love the sophisticated nature of Saphira, her character felt so relatable and her motherly nature towards baby dragons was so nice 🌸🤍
All the Pakistani/desi references in this book were chef's kiss 💋🥰💞
The romance was so endearing 😫💞. This book made me want to get a cute little baby dragon for myself 🐉😭🤭🤭. I freaking LOVED IT SOO MUCH 💓💓

A sweet little confectionary of a book, with diversity, cutie dragons and a lovely bit of gentle world-building.

I already have high hopes for which side-characters we are getting as main characters in future books.

This is a very cute and cozy read which needs to be added to everyone's tbr.

I was pulled into a cozy world where we follow Saphira tell from opening a baby dragon cafe to her training a baby dragon to earn money to keep the cafe open.

The interactions between Saphira and Aiden had me smiling without realising it.

This book is a hug in a mug and I can't wait for book two.

The Baby Dragon Cafe is the ultimate cosy fantasy romance read!

I devoured this book! It was very easy and comforting to read. It felt exactly like a warm hug of a book!

The characters were adorable, both separate and especially together. The exchanges between Saphira and Aiden had me grinning from ear to ear. They were just the cutest! Also, who doesn't love a guy who cooks?!

The baby dragons were the sweetest, and now I want one for my closest companion (is it too farfetched to add one to my Christmas wishlist? Seems like a realistic gift idea, right?) Especially Sparky, who just made me laugh with how opposed to Aiden he was in the beginning!

I need the sequel, (as in, I needed it yesterday) and can't wait to get my blanket and peppermint tea and snuggle up to read more from this wonderful world filled with the cutest dragons imaginable!

This is cute and cosy low stakes romance making it the perfect palette cleanser for something different and wholesome but still with some fantasy elements. Think Hallmark Christmas movies but swap Christmas for dragons.
If you don't want to live in a world where there are baby dragon cafes at the end of this I'll be surprised.
Grumpy sunshine MMC and a FMC you cannot help but love it’s a couple you are rooting for.
AT Qureshi writes wonderfully about the town, the café and the dragon lore that it doesn’t feel overwhelming and feels like its real
Thank you Netgallery for the advanced reader copy
4 stars

such a fun cosy read!!!
highly recommended for any lover of legends and lattes, how i do wish i could teleport to the baby dragon cafe myself i was enthralled 🥰

“Gilmore Girls meets... Baby Dragons?”
If you enjoyed the Laurie Gilmore books but found yourself reaching to your fantasy TBR... look no further. This series of books is SURE to hit the sweet spot! I found this book an adorable, sweet, hug of a book! From adorably imaginable baby dragons to all your favorite tropes, The Baby Dragon Cafe was just what I ordered! I cannot wait to explore more tales within this adorable world that Qureshi has built! Seriously, this was such a lovely palette cleanser cozy fantasy that is the perfect sweet spot for those who enjoy the cozy romances that rage on tiktok like The Pumpkin Spice Cafe, to those who need a sweet fantasy to relax into after the psychological trauma of The Poppy War, or those who want something even sweeter than Legends & Lattes. Thank you Harper Collins as ever for my gorgeous copy of this sweet treat!

Saphira Margala runs The Baby Dragon Café, an inviting small-town spot that allows customers to bring their baby dragons in to snack and relax. As cute and cuddly as that sounds, though, young draggos are a handful, often setting furniture on fire or knocking things over. But Saphira doesn’t mind; she just wants to be around them as much as she can. Even when one of the little monsters destroys her café’s espresso machine and threatens her livelihood.

Aiden Sterling is from a wealthy, respected family who raises and races dragons. They have high expectations and a legacy to pass on; Aiden, however, is an introvert who would much rather spend time in his garden. But when his beloved brother passes away and leaves him with a baby dragon, he finds himself questioning everything.

Cue the meet-cute: Aiden’s adorable but badly-behaved dragon Sparky virtually crashes into Saphira’s life, and Aiden asks her to train the baby monster. She needs money to repair her café; he needs help with Sparky…and so a deal is struck that will change their lives in all the best ways. Ohhh, how I love a forced proximity trope, especially when it involves a grumpy but shy guy and a loving and bubbly girl. The chapters alternate between Saphira and Aiden’s perspectives so you get to see them fall for one another from both sides (this is not a spoiler, the promise of HEA is baked right in). You also get to see how they both see themselves and how they present to the world, even when there are so many more layers to explore.

The Baby Dragon Café is an endearingly cozy read that will keep you smiling all the way through. The story hits many popular romance tropes that feel familiar but are never tiring; while some parts verge on saccharine sweetness, it’s a refreshing respite from all the darkness and strife that seems to be pushing in from all sides right now. But while it is a warm & fuzzy story, that doesn’t mean our leads don’t have emotional depth. Their pasts are filled with pain and doubt—but instead of being bitter, everyday they choose to live and do better, for themselves and others. And that’s what makes you root for them every time.

Having a desi lead in Saphira is a joy; it’s lovely to see the ways she honors her dearly departed grandmother Nani-Ma by opening a café and following her dreams. The small details and nods to her heritage are woven in with care, especially when it comes to the delicious drinks and sweet treats. You’ll soon wish you could visit Saphira’s café for real (or at least wish there was an accompanying recipe book). And the way Saphira is welcomed into Aiden’s family with open arms is incredibly healing; to be accepted and loved just as you are is a beautiful thing, and The Baby Dragon Café plays right into that feeling.

The romance will keep you blushing, remaining super cute and sprinkled with magic. You’ll feel safe in its embrace and giggle as Aiden and Saphira go back and forth in their feelings. Aiden is a classic romantic hero; handsome and shy but wonderfully devoted underneath his grumpy façade. And Saphira is the plucky heroine who brings sunshine wherever she goes—it’s a match made in romantasy heaven. The stakes never feel super high when the characters are faced with obstacles but it fits within this fantasy world. Sometimes you need to sink into the pages of guaranteed HEA and enjoy its comforting small-town charm—and at The Baby Dragon Café, you’re always welcome.

I liked this book. It was hard to get into at first, but it was a very cute story overall. I will definitely be buying a physical copy for my shelf.

I thought this was a really cute, cosy read. At times a little cheesy, best described as Hallmark vibes.
There were some lovely characters , the romance within was a sloooow burn but ultimately really sweet

The Baby Dragon Cafe is a super cosy, cute, low stakes Romantasy story. Marrying How To Train Your Dragon and The Pumpkin Spice Cafe (when it comes to vibes at least), it’s a fun, sweet, smile-inducing read that will warm your heart.

Saphira lives in a world where mythical creatures are part of everyday life. After her grandmother passes away, she uses her inheritance to follow her dream and open a baby dragon cafe. As she’s not part of the dragon elite, this is as close to owning a dragon she’ll get. That is until Aiden walks in. The moody, socially awkward stud has a baby dragon who needs training, and when Sparky has a spark with Saphira, Aiden proposes she trains him. But as Saphira gets closer to Sparky, will the gap close between her and Aiden?

Though there is more sexual tension than narrative tension, The Baby Dragon Cafe provides a sense of wonder that drives the story. I wanted to know more about this land of magical realism filled with dragons, griffins and phoenixes, which sucked me further and further in.

The grumpy/sunshine element was gorgeous. Though obvious, it wasn’t overdone and I was rooting for them with a bashful grin on my face.

Though it is low stakes, it does include references to prejudice, self acceptance, classism, and belonging, which is handled lightly and beautifully.

This is a joyful, delightful read and I can’t wait to read the next two in the series.