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memoirsofabooklover's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
this was a nice prequel. i enjoyed getting to see viv’s origin story. how she got the sword and her love for books. i liked the characters she met and i loved how it was tied together in the epilogue, set after the end of the first book.
simple, easy-read.
simple, easy-read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Death, Alcohol, Blood, Animal cruelty, and Cursing
trips's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Another nice fantasy story with lower stakes and comfy characters.
I wasn't sure how I felt about the book the whole way through but Baldree really aced it with the ending in my opinion, which made the book worth it to read. I think there were a few too many character plot points floating around, one in particular didn't really add much to the story in my opinion and slowed things down. But at the end of the day, it was a nice read, and if you enjoyed Legends & Lattes, I think you'll enjoy this one, too.
I wasn't sure how I felt about the book the whole way through but Baldree really aced it with the ending in my opinion, which made the book worth it to read. I think there were a few too many character plot points floating around, one in particular didn't really add much to the story in my opinion and slowed things down. But at the end of the day, it was a nice read, and if you enjoyed Legends & Lattes, I think you'll enjoy this one, too.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Medical content and Violence
Minor: Slavery
leweylibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I hope Baldree writes more books, especially about Viv, because I just adore them so much. I somehow loved this book even more than I did Legends & Lattes which is saying a lot because I loved L&L 🥰 They're both just so dang wholesome and lovely. The humor is perfect, there's just enough intrigue to keep you invested, and the characters are just lovely. I think what put this one over the edge for me was the overall theme of timing especially in relationships, the bookshop/books focus, and the tie-in to L&L. That epilogue was so fucking adorable I can't even stand it. What a perfect book to end my 2023 with! 🥰
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Murder and Medical content
sxndaze's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
a lovely and warm story!! started off a little slow but the second half really picked up. i think i like it more than legends & lattes, but it took me a bit to warm up to it. i love satchel so much and the epilogue was extremely sweet.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Animal death
lackyducks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
An absolute joy of a book that had me engaged from the first pages.
The characters were so vivid and I found myself in love with all the unique personalities - from major characters to side ones. It created a picture of a living community, where everybody has their own lives outside of the story (very thematic for the book!) Potroast was an absolute gem as well, and reminded me a lot of the pug in our family.
It's amazing how a story with so much action can still feel so relaxing and reflective. I loved the ways the stories intertwined before eventually colliding. They led into each other well, with elements showing up that I knew would be relevant later, even if I didn't know how yet! I also got very excited that the Bonedust part of the title was actually relevant!
The epilogue was also so soft and makes me long for the story after the story. However, the main story is enjoyable without knowledge of Legends and Lattes and stands alone as a gem of its own.
The characters were so vivid and I found myself in love with all the unique personalities - from major characters to side ones. It created a picture of a living community, where everybody has their own lives outside of the story (very thematic for the book!) Potroast was an absolute gem as well, and reminded me a lot of the pug in our family.
It's amazing how a story with so much action can still feel so relaxing and reflective. I loved the ways the stories intertwined before eventually colliding. They led into each other well, with elements showing up that I knew would be relevant later, even if I didn't know how yet! I also got very excited that the Bonedust part of the title was actually relevant!
The epilogue was also so soft and makes me long for the story after the story. However, the main story is enjoyable without knowledge of Legends and Lattes and stands alone as a gem of its own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Blood, Death, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Cursing, and Medical content
Moderate: Slavery and Racism
skk111321's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Such a heartfelt story that left me with the warm and fuzzy feelings.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, War, and Medical content
saltycoffee's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Injury/Injury detail and Medical content
shaipanda's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This took me weirdly long to read (I think cause I was busy etc) but I absolutely loved this and am so glad I finally got around to finishing it!! And such a satisfying ending :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
Moderate: Death, Violence, and Medical content
Minor: Animal death, Alcohol, and Animal cruelty
blewballoon's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Legends and Lattes is one of my favorite books of all time. Cozy fantasy is the genre for me, and I feel like this series is the perfect example of what the name of the genre means. It's about personal stories focused on characters, with slices of life in a fantasy setting. Sure, the stakes are low, but stories don't always have to be about the end of the world and life-or-death stakes to have meaning and depth. I loved every minute of reading this book, and even purposefully slowed myself down because I didn't want it to end. I also unexpectedly found myself crying when it did. This book is a prequel that can be read as a standalone, but it does have mild spoilers for Legends and Lattes in the epilogue.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Medical content and Violence
kylieqrada's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I loved this almost as much as the first one. Just what I needed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Cursing
Moderate: Death, Medical content, and Violence
Minor: Animal death, Animal cruelty, and Alcohol