A review by eyeowna
Bookshops & Bonedust: Special Edition by Travis Baldree

adventurous lighthearted relaxing slow-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? No

3.25

Can’t decide on rating but it’s somewhere between 3 or 4 stars. This book delivers the cozy fantasy it promises. I have a beautiful copy with stenciled/painted edges and little illustrations above the beginning of each chapter that also ups the cozy experience. I also enjoyed the snippets of the books the main character read in-universe. 

The middle was very very slow for me, but could be I wasn’t in the right mood for this book. Not much happens plot-wise but that could be a feature instead of a drawback. The vibes at the beginning and end worked for me. Just think the book’s length might have overstayed its welcome.