Bookshops & Bonedust

By: Travis Baldree

Narrated by: Travis Baldree

Length: 8 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

This program is read by the author.

"Read by the author, a talented and animated fantasy narrator who also voiced Legends, the book presents a colorful cast of new and familiar characters that is sure to ensorcell and delight listeners." —Booklist

When an injury throws a young, battle-hungry orc off her chosen path, she may find that what we need isn't always what we seek.

Set in the world of New York Times bestselling Legends & Lattes, Travis Baldree's Bookshops & Bonedust takes us on a journey of high fantasy, first loves, and second-hand books.

Viv's career with the notorious mercenary company Rackam's Ravens isn't going as planned.

Wounded during the hunt for a powerful necromancer, she's packed off against her will to recuperate in the sleepy beach town of Murk—so far from the action that she worries she'll never be able to return to it.

What's a thwarted soldier of fortune to do?

Spending her hours at a beleaguered bookshop in the company of its foul-mouthed proprietor is the last thing Viv would have predicted, but it may be both exactly what she needs and the seed of changes she couldn't possibly imagine.

Still, adventure isn't all that far away. A suspicious traveler in gray, a gnome with a chip on her shoulder, a summer fling, and an improbable number of skeletons prove Murk to be more eventful than Viv could have ever expected.

“Take a break from epic battles and saving the world. This 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, on Legends & Lattes

A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books.

©2023 Travis Baldree (P)2023 Macmillan Audio

sweet

sweet, good story, anticipating the next book, good characters, good read, cozy with some smashing to keep it real

I’m crying!❤️

L&L has become a comfort read that I dive into when I need something warm and fuzzy. Bookshops and Bonedust, while having the same feel, took me on an adventure and in the end; excitement, glee and tears met me as the story concluded. Travis, thank you for this story, and I dare say I hope to read more in the world of Vic and friends in the future!!

Exactly what I needed

I'm a huge fan of Travis' narration and stumbled upon the first book in my recommended titles. A stats block about how a coffee shop menu grows as business does? Hilarious and meaningful in a way that both pokes fun of the litrpg genre, but provides something endearing by itself. I was disappointed at forst that this wasn't a progression of the first book, but five minutes in and I was hooked regardless. it's high stakes action in a completely toned back manner of most fantasy novels and it's a good break from the more mainstream titles. This series is for sure in my top 5 so far, and I'm not ashamed to admit that tears were shed in the epilogue. Can't wait for the next one!

Loved it!!!

when is the next one coming out!!!
This read is a confy adventure with real depth. I highly recommend it . Its one of those books that will hit/ resonate with you with its message.
10 out of 10

So cozy and unique and soft and sapphic

I loved this book as much as the last one. I adore the soft and gripping story, and having the book being written by the same person who voices it is a real treat, especially since Travis is such a talented individual. I hope to hear more from this series in the future!

character development

The characters are quite amazing. Even Potroast becomes a believable character. The small relationships are very well some.

Loved it.

I loved the book and it was a great addition to the story and love the authors work.

An amazing series

This is a fantastic series for anyone who loves a fantasy setting. The characters are well developed and intriguing. It’s a great change of pace from the typical high stakes fantasy novel.

Fine prequil

It's a fun prequel giving a great additional backstory for Viv, the protagonist of Legends and Late.

A Little Lacking, But A Fun Story

I enjoyed checking in with Viv and company again, and learning a bit more about our favorite orc lady’s backstory. I experienced serious gamer girl inspired reading nostalgia with Legends & Lattes, so I was really excited to read Boookshops & Bonedust. I will say that I felt this one lacked a little something compared to the first. I would have liked a bit more of the bookshop scene, but I suppose this is an expected complaint from any bookish reader.

This is a quick and quaint read for anyone looking for something just a little different. Baldree does a great job of painting a vibrant picture of his unusual characters’ stories and the world in which they live.

As for the audio, Baldree is a great narrator who offers a nice array of voices that make the story a joy to listen to.