A Tale of Mirth & Magic

Kristen Vale

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FOREVER
09 December 2025

Fantasy; Romance; Romance

A maker of magical jewelry finds her life turned upside down when she ends up on the run with a half-giant in this spicy and cozy fantasy romance-perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes and The Spellshop.

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 for some, she also can't yet manage to control her chaotic magic. . . and her temper. 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 and not make waves-a bit tricky, as a nearly eight-foot-tall purple half-giant.

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.

As their adventures bring them closer together and the threat of capture rises they find themselves changing in surprising ways. He's given up on finding love. She's always refused to try. But traveling together, they may discover unexpected, powerful romance and stronger self-identities-if the bounty hunters don't get them first.

By: Kristen Vale
Imprint: FOREVER
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 142mm, Spine: 40mm
Weight: 244g
ISBN: 9781538771822
ISBN 10: 1538771829
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 09 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Kristen Vale has a B.A in English Literature with a Writing Certificate from Wesleyan University. She's active on Bookstagram and BookTok and is a member of WNDB's Rise Up program and Chicago-North Romance Writers. Her day job is marketing and publicity at UChicago Press, and she lives in Chicago.

Reviews for A Tale of Mirth & Magic

""Vale offers plenty of excitement and a surprisingly high level of heat, coupled with a welcoming queer-normative fantasy setting that feels familiar and comfortable. Readers should grab a cup of tea and sink right in.""--Publishers Weekly ""A sweet fantasy made of magic, spice, and everything nice.""--Abby Jimenez, #1 New York Times bestselling author ""An unapologetically joyful story that will speak to anyone in need of assurance that they're both worth loving and capable of giving love in return.""--Marshall J. Moore, author of Son of a Sailor

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