{"product_id":"a-tale-of-mirth-magic-paperback","title":"A Tale of Mirth \u0026 Magic - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKristen Vale\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn elf jewelry maker finds herself on the run with a gentle half-giant in this spicy and cozy fantasy romance--perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eLegends \u0026amp; Lattes\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Spellshop\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Elikki may not have a family, but she has her fierce independence, boundless charm, and enough talent as a jewelry artisan to make a living on the road--unfortunately, she can't yet manage to control her chaotic magic--or her temper. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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--a bit tricky, as a nearly eight-foot-tall purple half-giant. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 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 cozy inns, delicious meals, heaps of excellent sex, and a sprinkling of danger. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e As their adventures bring them closer and the threat of capture rises, vthey find themselves changing in surprising ways. Together, they may discover unexpected, powerful romance and stronger self-identities--if the bounty hunters don't get them first. \u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKristen Vale writes queer cozy fantasy romcoms filled with sweetness \u0026amp; spice. When not reading or writing, she can usually be found thrifting, playing D\u0026amp;D, or staring lovingly at trees. She lives in Chicago with her partner and her frenemy black cat, Opal. \u003ci\u003eA Tale of Mirth \u0026amp; Magic\u003c\/i\u003e is her first novel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 7.9 x 5.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 05, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51888642949408,"sku":"9781538771822","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/hUnTPFJKl59781538771822.webp?v=1781919941","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/a-tale-of-mirth-magic-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}