Book description
Picture an orc tired of slaying dragons and suddenly dreaming of latte art. That's Viv, our battle-scarred, sword-sheathed protagonist in Travis Baldree's Legends & Lattes, and honestly? It's the most refreshing fantasy premise since someone finally figured out coffee beans aren't just fancy rocks. After decades of bounties and bloodshed (and probably a few too many tavern brawls), Viv's trading her axe for an espresso machine, aiming to open Thune's first coffee shop. The only problem? Nobody in this high-fantasy city has the faintest clue what coffee even is. It's like trying to explain pizza to a dragon who only eats dragonfire.
What makes this audiobook unputdownable (well, un-skippable, since it's a listen) isn't just the absurd charm-it's the sound of it. Baldree's narration (yes, he's the Audie-winning narrator for this very book!) is pure comfort food for the ears. You can practically smell the roasted beans and hear the gentle hiss of the steam wand as Viv fumbles through her new life. His voice is warm, dry, and utterly unflappable-like a friend who's seen you through a bad breakup and now just wants to hand you a perfectly brewed cup. You'll hear the clink of porcelain, the murmur of Thune's quirky denizens (including a very enthusiastic goblin who's definitely not a spy), and Viv's internal monologue as she debates whether to add "dragon scale" to the menu. (Spoiler: She doesn't.)
This isn't just a fantasy story-it's a love letter to quiet beginnings and the magic of ordinary things. Viv's journey from "I've killed things for coin" to "I've made something for people" is so quietly powerful, you'll find yourself nodding along while sipping your own coffee (or tea, no judgment). The supporting cast-ranging from a skeptical elf barista to a bard who writes terrible love songs-aren't just side characters; they're the reason you'll keep pressing play, even when you're supposed to be working. Baldree's writing is effortlessly witty ("The coffee shop was less a business and more a slow-motion collapse of societal norms"), and the audiobook perfectly captures that humor, making you laugh out loud in the quietest moments.
And let's be real: who doesn't want to live in a fantasy world where the biggest conflict is whether the croissants are flaky enough? Legends & Lattes is the cozy, heartwarming, utterly unexpected escape we all need-a reminder that sometimes, the most heroic act is just choosing to start over, one perfect cup at a time. It's the fantasy audiobook that feels like a hug, served with extra cream. You'll want to recommend it to everyone-even your least fantasy-savvy friend. Because honestly? They'll thank you for the reminder that magic isn't always in the sword. Sometimes, it's in the steam rising from a fresh cup.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience