Returning once again to the world of Legends & Lattes, Brigands & Breadknives follows Fern, everyone’s favorite foul-mouthed bookseller, as she searches for meaning (and maybe a little adventure) after years of quiet routine. Hoping to rekindle some joy, Fern relocates to Thune to open her bookshop next to a certain orc’s café. But when a wild night spirals into a chaotic journey involving a grumpy retired Elf warrior, a silverware-obsessed goblin, and a growing pile of trouble, Fern learns that fixing your life isn’t always as simple as repainting your shop or starting over somewhere new.

I ADORE this series. I love this world. And honestly, I’d happily read ten thousand more books set here. Baldree once again nails the cozy fantasy vibe with plenty of comforting, low-stakes adventures. He packs so much heart, humor, and just enough adventure to keep things exciting. His narration (as always) is top tier; his voice work adds so much warmth and humor, and I’ve really enjoyed other books he’s narrated as well.

That said, I’ll admit I was a little surprised that this was Fern’s story, Viv barely makes an appearance, and I was missing her presence at first. Totally my fault for not reading the summary beforehand! I’m not mad about it being Fern’s story though because she’s a great main character. Add in Zyll, the chaos-loving goblin and Breadlee, and you have an excellent cast of characters.

This one’s a charming reminder that even in a world of magic, monsters, and mayhem, sometimes the hardest journey is figuring out who you are when the workday ends. I highly recommend this series for anyone needing something to lift your spirit and wrap you in a hug.

AMAZON | GOODREADS | BOOKSHOP | ★★★★★

Brigands & Breadknives is out November 11, 2025. Huge thank you to Tor Books and Macmillan Audio for my copy in exchange for an honest review. If you liked this review, please let me know either by commenting below or by visiting my Instagram @speakingof.books.