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A Tale of Mirth & Magic

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A maker of magical jewellery finds her life turned upside down when she ends up on the run with a half-giant in this spicy and cosy fantasy romance—perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes and The Spellshop. Elikki may not have a family, but she has... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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A cozy and spicy fantasy romance in which an elf who makes magical jewelry and a half-giant decide to team up in their travels, for fans of Travis Baldree and Kimberly Lemming!

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A maker of magical jewellery finds her life turned upside down when she ends up on the run with a half-giant in this spicy and cosy 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 jewellery artisan to make a living on the road. Unfortunately for some, she also can't yet manage to control her chaotic magic... and 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 and not make waves—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 cosy inns, delicious meals, heaps of excellent sex, and a sprinkling of danger.

As their adventures bring them closer together and the threat of capture rises, they find themselves changing in surprising ways. He's given up on finding love. She's always refused to try. But travelling together, they may discover unexpected, powerful romance and stronger self-identities—if the bounty hunters don't get them first.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538771822

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 August 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Forever

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 244g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Kristen Vale has a B.A in English Literature with a Writing Certificate from Wesleyan University. She's active on Bookstagram and BookTok and is a member of WNDB's Rise Up program and Chicago-North Romance Writers. Her day job is marketing and publicity at UChicago Press, and she lives in Chicago.

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