A review by moonyreadsbystarlight
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

adventurous hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

I'm not really sure how to give a star rating for this. Enjoyment was definitely a 5/5. Looking a specific writing things, I think it's probably closer to 4/5. But regardless, this was so great! 

I freaking adored this! I've always loved a coffee shop AU, so this seems like something I needed to read. It's cozy and low stakes. The fantasy world is very D&D vibes, so I didn't have to take in a new world, but it engaged with that by talking about how people of different races were perceived and turns some of those assumptions on their head. There is more shenanigans that happens throughout that moves the plot along but it's still a pretty low-key read. There is so much in here about friendship and learning to accept love and take steps to love yourself. There is also a little bit of sapphic romance (it's not the main focus, but it is there and is cute!). I would absolutely love a sequel with just domestic coffee shop bliss (and more of Thimble the little rat man baking -- he is my favorite). 
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