Loved itI really, really enjoyed reading something that was so low stakes and just felt really warm and cozy.
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Legends & Lattes (2022)
Others: Mostly positive Worn out after decades of packing steel and raising hell, Viv the orc barbarian cashes out of the warrior’s life with one final score. A forgotten legend, a fabled artifact, and an unreasonable amount of hope lead her to the streets of Thune, where she plans to open the first coffee shop the city has ever seen. However, her dreams of a fresh start pulling shots instead of swinging swords are hardly a sure bet. Old frenemies and Thune’s shady underbelly may just upset her plans. To finally build something that will last, Viv will need some new partners and a different kind of resolve. A hot cup of fantasy slice-of-life with a dollop of romantic froth.
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Loved itSo, a couple things though that came to mind were Legends and Lattes. very different vibe. But I just think platonic soulmates is something that definitely exists in here.
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Loved itThe first book is Legends and Lattes, which is still my personal favorite... Legend and Lattes just always has a special place in my heart.
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Loved itI already know I love this writer. I even love this setup more than Legends and Lattes.
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Not a fanI didn't really like it. It is not a bad book by any means. It's just very much purely cozy fantasy romance.
Loved itthis is legends and that is arguably the book that truly sprung the cozy fantasy situation... I really liked it... I really enjoyed.
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Loved itI read it and like the biggest scariest thing that happens there is that they have to deal with their taxes.
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Loved itonce I did that I was like oh I get it I get why these books are so hyped and so beloved within like the book and book talk community and yeah I cannot wait for the third one to come out
Not a fanI also found that I really need a bit more of a plot and this one really truly is just kind of like Vibes but there are a few things that happen but it's mostly just like chilling vibing Cafe Vibes and I just needed a little bit more
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Loved itLegends and lattes by Travis baldry
Mixedthe first book I thought was okay second book I thought was actively bad
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Loved itIt's very cute it's very wholesome it's very much like found family. For stars because I found it delightful and enjoyed it highly.
Loved itit was a good time not a long time because I honestly don't think about it too often but it was still very good