I’ve been meaning to read this cozy fantasy for well over a year, now, but it finally felt like the right time for a low-stakes story. While it isn’t my favorite “cozy” genre book and I don’t feel the need to rush into the next installment, I thoroughly enjoyed this lighthearted love story of a retired Queensguard and powerful Mage who escape to start their lives together in a sleepy town. It has everything you could want: the creation of a bookshop that comes together with the help of townsfolk and the steeping of delightful teas while perusing said bookshop. The stakes aren’t too terribly high and it ends on a positive note with the hint of more adventures to come. If you’re looking to cozy up by the fireside with a warm beverage and a good book, this might be the one for you.