A review by olma
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

adventurous 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

4.0

I love this story and the special edition is beautiful.  Last time I read it, I gave it a 5, but on reading again, I felt it deserved a 4. 
Mainly, the plot with the Madrigal bothers me. First, that Viv can’t pay the monthly dues to the local crime boss on principal, but she finds it acceptable to pay them through pastry. Seems like a bit of a plot hole. Next, that the Madrigal is written as sort of a more sympathetic character after this, despite the fact that she is in fact still a crime boss who demands payments from everyone whether they can pay or not. Just because she helps Viv, it’s still a fact that she’s hustling other businesses through her gang of thugs.
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