Dinner at the Deli

By: Marsha Casper Cook

Narrated by: Jesse Werner

A Heartwarming Tale of Love, Family, and Second Chances

Meet Gracie, no ordinary dog but a self-proclaimed “angel” with a mission—to help her owner Zach find love for his workaholic grandson Adam. When Zach’s beloved Chicago deli becomes the backdrop for an unexpected Thanksgiving gathering, lives intertwine in ways no one could anticipate.

This charming, emotional story celebrates the bonds that unite us and the courage it takes to open your heart again. It’s the perfect read for those who cherish uplifting stories of family ties, unexpected romance, and the remarkable ways our animal companions change our lives forever. You’ll laugh, cry, and fall in love with this tender tale that reminds us it’s never too late for a second chance at happiness.

Fast listen!
Men as well as Women will enjoy this story.
Family always matters!

©2025 Marsha Casper Cook (P)2026 Marsha Casper Cook

More Gracie, Less Confusion Please

This story had a unique and slightly quirky premise. The plot centers on the male and female characters that Gracie—an angel dog with a mission—is trying to bring together. While the idea was interesting, the execution didn’t quite come together for me. It took a long time for the two main characters to even meet face to face, which made the pacing feel a bit scattered.

There was also a heavy focus on the friendship between the two male characters. I understand their bond was important, but it was mentioned so often that it sometimes felt like that was the real story rather than the romance. I also found myself wishing there had been more involvement from Gracie, since her role was such a fun concept.

By the end, I was a bit confused about how everything wrapped up—though it’s possible I had disconnected from the story by that point and missed something. The narration had a distinct tone that didn’t completely click for me, though that is a personal preference. Overall, this story just didn’t fully work for me and felt like it could have used more polish to bring everything together

Cute

This is the first book I've listened to by this author. The story is well written and very cute .