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A review by starcrossreverie
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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? It's complicated
3.0
I got bored around 67% into the story, but a chapter or two (or more) later my enjoyment bounced back. I am so glad I didn't give up on the book. I love that the story is low-stakes where I didn't have to worry about the main characters being too hurt or dying. It did start to get repetitive with no major challenges, but that green scene (iykyk) really gave me that little excitement I was craving.
However, I wish we were given more personal scenes with the characters that didn't revolve around the coffee shop. We were told that their bond was strong, but we weren't shown it. An example for this was other characters pointing out there was something brewing between Viv and Tandri but we weren't shown that. I hate it when budding romance isn't shown in scenes and then gets pointed out by other characters as if it was obvious to see this whole time. Love how their relationship built after that moment, but wished we'd gotten more pining before it.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book. Perfect for a chilly day warm underneath a blanket with hot chocolate on the side. I didn't have any of the last two and it was mostly hot when I was reading this, but this book made me want it all lol
However, I wish we were given more personal scenes with the characters that didn't revolve around the coffee shop. We were told that their bond was strong, but we weren't shown it. An example for this was other characters pointing out there was something brewing between Viv and Tandri but we weren't shown that. I hate it when budding romance isn't shown in scenes and then gets pointed out by other characters as if it was obvious to see this whole time. Love how their relationship built after that moment, but wished we'd gotten more pining before it.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book. Perfect for a chilly day warm underneath a blanket with hot chocolate on the side. I didn't have any of the last two and it was mostly hot when I was reading this, but this book made me want it all lol