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A Tale of Mirth and Magic by Kristen Vale
DID NOT FINISH: 55%

Elikki and Barra are forced to go on the run after Elikki uses magic on a well-connected, but rude customer, and Barra attempts to help her.

I really liked the premise of the book and thought a cozy fantasy romance between two people on the run would be a fun read, but I found both characters frustrating and fairly annoying. I did really enjoy some of the descriptions of the inn they stayed at, but overall the focus of the plot is on the relationship between Elikki and Barra, and I wasn't very invested in them or their relationship.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an early copy.