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Legends & Lattes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Travis Baldree

Legends & Lattes

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Legends & Lattes, former orc adventurer Viv leaves her nomadic life to open a coffee shop in Thune. She renovates a dilapidated livery with help from Cal, a hob woodworker. Facing threats from a crime syndicate, Viv and her team, including Tandri, a business-savvy succubus, and Thimble, a rattkin baker, work to make the café successful. Thematic elements include friendship, new beginnings, and the power of community. Characters experience fantasy racism and violence.

Heartwarming

Playful

Serene

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

251,567 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree offers readers a cozy, low-stakes fantasy tale that has captivated audiences with its charming characters and unique premise of an orc opening a coffee shop. While praised for its heartwarming and relaxing narrative, some critics found the plot slow-paced and less engaging. Overall, it is a delightful read for those seeking comfort and charm in their fantasy stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Legends & Lattes?

Readers who enjoy cozy, slice-of-life stories with a fantastical twist will love Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree. Fans of Becky Chambers' The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet and T.J. Klune’s The House in the Cerulean Sea will appreciate its warm, character-driven narrative and enchanting world-building.

4.3

251,567 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

Viv

A tall, brawny orc woman and former adventurer who opens a coffee shop called Legends & Lattes, seeking a peaceful life in Thune while facing various challenges from her past.

A direct and resourceful succubus with dark eyes and chin-length glossy black hair, who becomes Viv’s assistant and plays a crucial role in helping to develop the coffee shop and support Viv's personal growth.

A hob with long ears and olive skin, known for his diligent woodworking skills; he assists Viv in renovating her shop and becomes a loyal friend and consultant.

An elf with a long, beautiful face and regal bearing, skilled in magic and stealth, who shares a tumultuous history with Viv and resurfaces with intentions tied to past grievances.

An enigmatic and elegant elderly woman who leads a group in Thune and transitions from a potential adversary to a supportive ally for Viv and her new venture.

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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