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A review by ashylibrarian
The Baker & the Bard by Fern Haught
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC of this book in exchange for a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*
This is a fun, adventurous yet cozy fantasy about a baker and bard who set off on a journey to find rare ingredients for a special bakery order. The Baker & the Bard gives the same vibes and energy as The Tea Dragon Society series and really any of K. O'Neill's work. It's beautifully queer and heartwarming. The illustrations are delicate with a soft color palette and rounded edges.
A small wish I have for this book is that I wish the plot would have dove a bit deeper into our character's adventure. Having such a simplistic plot made it feel like it was jumping around at times, and I just really wanted to spend more time with the characters and their friends.
This title definitely reads younger and would be suitable for middle school readers.
This is a fun, adventurous yet cozy fantasy about a baker and bard who set off on a journey to find rare ingredients for a special bakery order. The Baker & the Bard gives the same vibes and energy as The Tea Dragon Society series and really any of K. O'Neill's work. It's beautifully queer and heartwarming. The illustrations are delicate with a soft color palette and rounded edges.
A small wish I have for this book is that I wish the plot would have dove a bit deeper into our character's adventure. Having such a simplistic plot made it feel like it was jumping around at times, and I just really wanted to spend more time with the characters and their friends.
This title definitely reads younger and would be suitable for middle school readers.
Content Warnings
Minor: Transphobia