Legends & Lattes: A Novel of High Fantasy and Low Stakes

By Travis Baldree

Book Overview

An Instant New York Times Bestseller
A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2022
A Library Reads Pick
An Indie Next Pick
A Goodreads Best Fantasy Choice Award Nominee

The much-beloved BookTok sensation, Travis Baldree's novel of high fantasy and low stakes.

*This new edition includes a very special, never-before-seen bonus story, 'Pages to Fill.'*

After a lifetime of bounties and bloodshed, Viv is hanging up her sword for the last time.

The battle-weary orc aims to start fresh, opening the first ever coffee shop in the city of Thune. But old and new rivals stand in the way of success -- not to mention the fact that no one has the faintest idea what coffee actually is.

If Viv wants to put the blade behind her and make her plans a reality, she won't be able to go it alone.

But the true rewards of the uncharted path are the travelers you meet along the way. And whether drawn together by ancient magic, flaky pastry, or a freshly brewed cup, they may become partners, family, and something deeper than she ever could have dreamed.

"Take a break from epic battles and saving the world. Legends & Lattes is a low-stakes fantasy that delivers exactly what's advertised: a wholesome, cozy novel that feels like a warm hug. This is my new comfort read."--Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch's Heart

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1250886082
• ISBN13: 9781250886088
• Release Date: November 2022
• Publisher: Tor Books
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful read!

Cozy, whimsical, and wholesome. Well-paced, doesn't get bogged down with unnecessary detail, and leaves some slight mystery on the side for the reader to speculate while tying up the feel-good story in a nice little bow. It really is just a good relaxing story for fantasy lovers who get too anxious with the high-stakes, high-energy books common in the genre.

Low-stress, comfort read

I enjoyed this as a low-stress, mild adventure, female-protagonist fantasy novel. It hits the marks of a classic fantasy book, with significantly less battle/gore. There is some threat and violence, but focuses more on the development of relationships between characters. Overall, it was a sweet story about friendship and community in a fantasy setting. I think this is a great read for middle school to adult readers.

For the Love of Coffee

I wanted to venture out past mystery genre and I land on Legends and Lattes. Wasn’t sure what to expect since I have never read anything that falls into this category. A cozy fantasy where an Orc that wants to leave her old life behind, start over and settle down. The city of Thune has never heard of coffee. Quickly a run down livery turns into a booming coffee shop with tasty pastries baked by Thimble. Likeable characters of gnomes, rattkins, elves, and a cat. This was a low action, easy fun read. If you are looking for something different to throw into your TBR list give this one a shot!

Loved It!

The exact kind of high fantasy I enjoy: low stakes and also there's a coffee shop involved.

So lovely and so cozy

A must read for cozy gamers and all fans of low stakes slice-of-life stories.

A new favorite comfort book

Super cozy comfort read for lovers of D&D style fantasy, especially coffee lovers ❤️ Really hoping for a sequel

Audiobook

I listened to the audiobook which is narrated by the author and I think is was great. It’s a slice of life with some great little thrills, action, & laughs. I myself have always wanted a D&D slice of life. Thank you author for a great job. I hope you continue the series.