A review by pages_with_panda
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

hopeful inspiring lighthearted 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? Yes

5.0

I loved this book! A very D&D type story. Honestly if someone marketed this as a game, I'd 100% buy it because it had a very routine template which I really liked, but some might say it was repetitive.

The main character, Viv, has recently hung up her weapon and decided to end her life of adventure. She wants to settles down in a new town called Thune, and with the help of some magic and new friends, she tries to turn her life around. However, enemies new and old are threatening her new life and she contemplates reverting to her warrior ways.

The story is very wholesome and light-hearted, and it wasn't a long read. The pacing was nice and there was a nice mix of fantasy characters who all play a small part in creating their new business. There's Cal - the Hob carpenter, Tandri - the artistic succubus, Thimble - the ratkin baker, Pendry - a farmer turned bard, and Amity - the direcat.  Each character has their own little background and they make an interesting little group.  Not entirely cozy - there is soome small action towards the end but overall a fun, comforting vibe.  

Some themes: medieval fantasy, found family,


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