Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree

Set twenty years prior to the events of Legends & Lattes, Bookshops & Bonedust is a standalone cozy fantasy by BookTok sensation Travis Baldree, emphasizing the significance of quality bookshops, loyal friends, and unexpected paths. First loves, second-hand books, and epic journeys are all part of Viv's career with the prestigious mercenary company Rackam's Ravens, which takes an unexpected turn when she is injured in pursuit of a powerful necromancer. Forced into recovery in the tranquil beach town of Murk, Viv fears she may never return to her adventurous lifestyle. However, fate has other plans in store. As she spends time at a struggling bookshop owned by a foul-mouthed proprietor, Viv realizes it may be exactly what she needs. But adventure is never far away. A suspicious traveler in grey, a gnome with a grudge, a summer fling, and an unusual number of skeletons all make Murk a surprisingly eventful place. At times, the right things