When I read Legends and Lattes back in December, it was cute and fun, but not what I’d hoped it would be. I wanted depth of character and exploration into the way capitalism drains the life and joy straight from our bones, but how we can still find corners of the world to cuddle up in, and people to help support us as we try to carry on. Can’t Spell Treason without Tea was more than what I’d hoped it would be. It gave me that depth I was looking for, and more. It was cute. It was SO GAY. And the romance was so tender and soft and gentle. I loved our two main characters so much. They were each so individual, with their own strengths and weaknesses that complimented each other when in a relationship together. It was also free from the silly drama that’s often in romance—just there to be drama and fill the “conflict” quota for the novel. While there were disagreements (mainly over each character not taking care of themselves and ending up hurt in the process), there weren’t any stupid fights over trivial things. Their love for each other was too strong for that, and it showed in every heart beat of the story.