Legends & Lattes (Legends & Lattes, #1) in Pick-a-Shelf

Feb 27, 2022 Carrie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, asked-or-received-for-review, arc

Legends & Lattes felt like a warm hug. I would call it "cozy fantasy" which sometimes is just what you need.

Viv is an Orc who has decided that it was time for her to leave behind her warrior days and set down some roots. To have a fresh start in life. So what does she do? She opens a coffee shop. A gnomish invention she discovered along her travels. But here's the catch the city that she has decided to settle in has no idea what coffee is. So opening up a coffee shop is going to require some he Legends & Lattes felt like a warm hug. I would call it "cozy fantasy" which sometimes is just what you need.

Viv is an Orc who has decided that it was time for her to leave behind her warrior days and set down some roots. To have a fresh start in life. So what does she do? She opens a coffee shop. A gnomish invention she discovered along her travels. But here's the catch the city that she has decided to settle in has no idea what coffee is. So opening up a coffee shop is going to require some help. In doing so she makes some great friends and relationships as a result.

The secondary characters in this book are so very loveable especially Cal the Hob. I adore Cal. One of my favourite fantasy characters is Flint Fireforge from the Dragonlance books. And Cal is giving me those same vibes, there is something that made me think of Flint when reading Cals scenes and to me that is a big compliment. It is safe to say that I can add another character to my favourites list with Cal.

Now don't get me wrong when I say this is a cozy fantasy it doesn't mean that there are not things that take you out of the coziness like a kick to the stomach. Viv has an item and there is someone from her past life that wants what she has, and they will do anything to get it for themselves.

Let's talk about the coffee shop it's self, it is here that everything takes place. I could close my eyes and be transported there. The descriptions of the baked goods, I can smell. The cheerful atmosphere and music. It is like the heart of the book, because without it the events and friendships would not have happened.

When I first saw this book on Travis Baldrees Twitter I knew I had to read it. Fantasy is my favourite genre, I am sucker for books that talk about food or take place in cafes. To top it all off I am actually a barista. So for me this book was meant for my eyes to read.

So if you like books to give you that warm cozy feeling, found family and cats. A mysterious gnome, Thimble the baking Rattkin, and something to make you smile. Pick up a copy of Legends & Lattes yourself, curl up with a cup of bean water and experience this wonderful book for yourself.

Thank you Travis Baldree for giving me a copy of your book for review.

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Nov 04, 2024 Catsalive rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2024

Such a fun read: light, fluffy, cosy & sweet. Like the legend on the cover says, it's "high fantasy, low stakes, good company", & seems to have been just what I needed because I zoomed through it & enjoyed it very much.

All sorts of weird & wonderful creatures abound, & they all get sucked into Viv's orbit by the aroma & flavour of coffee & cakes, & friendship. Ohh! Reading about that ~~chocolate croissant~~ Midnight Crescent made me drool.

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May 30, 2022 Allison Jenkins rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Totally taken by surprise here! I saw the cover of this book on YouTube, was reminded of my D&D character (an orc who still adventures but runs a tavern with her friends), and immediately bought a copy. The story was so, so cozy and the characters were a delight. There's no wild intrigue or shocking twist to be found in this simple plot - just the same kind of warmth you feel when you wrap your hands around a cup of coffee. I'm so happy I stumbled upon this little treat! ...more

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Oct 31, 2022 Tien rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, own

fun.

cute.

just a comforting sort of read.

enjoy!

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Feb 15, 2024 Starbubbles rated it really liked it

Shelves: fantasy, audio-book, o

I really liked this. It was faster paced than the prequel. But I found some things anticlimactic, such as with the magistrate and that stone fae showdown.

I still enjoyed the tranquil feel of this book and appreciated so many people trying to find their way with the coffee shop.

I will be sure to read more stories if they written for this series.

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Aug 07, 2023 Joanie rated it really liked it

Shelves: 2023, 2024

Update-I kept feeling like I missed something so I decided to read this one again, this time in print. It was much more enjoyable without the various character voices, definitely recommend reading vs listening for this one.

I don’t know, maybe I missed something or maybe it was the narrator’s (the author) voice on the audio but I just don’t get the hype. Maybe orc’s just aren’t my thing.

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