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A Tale of Mirth and Magic by Kristen Vale
4.5
adventurous hopeful inspiring lighthearted
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Advanced Reader/Listener Copy 

A lovely cosy (low-trigger) fantasy world! 
I love that both characters are bi/pan and it's so casually mentioned that they have had same sex relations in the past. 
I love that there is very little violence and there is so often a focus on therapy and rehabilitation rather than more violence or jail. 
I love that the main characters are large-bodied (Plus size elf woman and half-giant man) and that is handled so well. Their bodies are considered in regular things like making sure the hotel bed is big enough and the chairs are sturdy but there really isn't any fatphobia.

I definitely recommend this book if you like cosy fantasy with some spice!

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