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A Tale of Mirth & Magic
- Author
- Kristen Vale
- Narrator
- Evan Elliot, Sarah McEwan
- Publisher
- Hachette Audio
- Publish Date
- 5 August 2025
- Run Time
- 8 hours 52 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
Elikki may not have a family, but she has her fierce independence, boundless charm, and enough talent as a jewelry artisan to make a living on the road—unfortunately, she can’t yet manage to control her chaotic magic—or her temper.
Sweet, soft Barra lives a quiet life with his mas and three sisters, managing the books for his family’s business. All he wants is to blend in—a bit tricky, as a nearly eight-foot-tall purple half-giant.
When Elikki lands in hot water after dealing with a particularly rude customer, Barra finds himself helping her flee the constables. With a bounty on her back—and a severe crush forming on his end—they decide to travel together to the next town. So begins a journey filled with cozy inns, delicious meals, heaps of excellent sex, and a sprinkling of danger.
As their adventures bring them closer and the threat of capture rises,vthey find themselves changing in surprising ways. Together, they may discover unexpected, powerful romance and stronger self-identities—if the bounty hunters don’t get them first.
Critics Review
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“A sweet fantasy made of magic, spice, and everything nice.”—Abby Jimenez, #1 New York Times bestselling author
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"An unapologetically joyful story that will speak to anyone in need of assurance that they're both worth loving and capable of giving love in return."—Marshall J. Moore, author of Son of a Sailor
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“Vale offers plenty of excitement and a surprisingly high level of heat, coupled with a welcoming queer-normative fantasy setting that feels familiar and comfortable. Readers should grab a cup of tea and sink right in.”—Publishers Weekly
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Details
- Author
- Kristen Vale
- Narrator
- Evan Elliot, Sarah McEwan
- Duration
- 8 hours 52 minutes
- Release Date
- 5 August 2025
- ISBN
- 9781668650042
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Hachette Audio
- Genre
- Fantasy romance, Fantasy, Mythical and legendary beings, monsters and creatures, Fantasy, Adventure fiction, Comic (humorous) fantasy
Synopsis
An elf jewelry maker finds herself on the run with a gentle half-giant in this spicy and cozy fantasy romance—perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes and The Spellshop. Elikki may not have a family, but she has her fierce independence, boundless charm, and enough talent as a jewelry artisan to make a living on the road—unfortunately, she can’t yet manage to control her chaotic magic—or her temper. Sweet, soft Barra lives a quiet life with his mas and three sisters, managing the books for his family’s business. All he wants is to blend in—a bit tricky, as a nearly eight-foot-tall purple half-giant. When Elikki lands in hot water after dealing with a particularly rude customer, Barra finds himself helping her flee the constables. With a bounty on her back—and a severe crush forming on his end—they decide to travel together to the next town. So begins a journey filled with cozy inns, delicious meals, heaps of excellent sex, and a sprinkling of danger. As their adventures bring them closer and the threat of capture rises,vthey find themselves changing in surprising ways. Together, they may discover unexpected, powerful romance and stronger self-identities—if the bounty hunters don’t get them first.
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