The Baby Dragon Bakery has an undeniably cute and whimsical setting—baby dragons, magical baking, and a cozy shop that feels like it belongs in a fairy tale. I was initially drawn in by the charm of the concept and the delightful cover art.

However, as I got into the story, I realized I wasn’t the right audience for this book. The writing style felt more suited to a younger demographic, and I struggled with the pacing and dialogue, which didn’t quite resonate with me. Most importantly, I couldn’t connect with any of the characters, which made it hard for me to stay invested in the story.

That said, I think this book could really shine for younger readers or anyone looking for a light, fantastical read with lots of heart and sweetness.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily

This was such a wholesome and utterly adorable book, and of course had the added essences of dragons and magic! A lovely cosy fantasy read!

Adorable and wholesome with just a sprinkle of magic. Perfect for fans of cozy fantasy. The bakery descriptions made me hungry, and the dragon was delightful.

Part of what I really loved about The Baby Dragon Cafe was the mix of fantasy in the romance. I felt like The Baby Dragon Bakery had less of the fantasy element but I oddly wasn't disappointed by this. I actually think I read this one faster than the previous book!

If you're looking for a cosy romance with loveable characters I can't recommend this enough. While the story is more character focused than plot, it was entertaining, had good pacing, and I truly enjoyed it. Much like the previous book I look forward to reading it again!

Just finished Aamna Qureshi’s The Baby Dragon Bakery and it was such a cozy delight! I don’t come to the Baby Dragon series for epic plot twists - I come for the charm, the comfort, and the characters that feel like friends. And this one delivered exactly that.
That said, I do have two (loving) critiques:
1. I need MORE dragons. Always.
2. Lavinia! Girl, you’re so smart… how are you this clueless sometimes?! I actually had to put the book down and remind myself she’s fictional and her chaotic love life isn’t my problem.
Even with the minor critiques, I adored this read. Aamna has such a gift for writing characters with heart and depth. Yes, it can feel a little immature at times, but honestly, that’s part of its charm. If you loved book one, you’ll enjoy this just as much.
And Aamna, if you happen to see this - please give us MORE dragon content in book 3!

The cozy follow up to the Baby Dragon Cafe, we’re now getting Lavinia and Theo’s story. Best friends since childhood, they realize they may have feelings for the other, but without communicating this, they assume the other isn’t interested and make things incredible awkward, as one does. Lavinia feels rejected by Theo and starts seeing someone else and naturally, he gets a bit jealous. This all happens as they’re also in the midst of their own dreams. She’s at vet school and working part time at the cafe, while also helping to care for a baby dragon Biter. He’s weighing a future between his degree and the baking he finds passion in.
It’s a cozy cute read for anyone that’s a fan of romance and light fantasy. I got frustrated with the main characters’ lack of communication, as well as not quite as many baby dragon experiences in this edition (cmon, they’re so cute!) but overall it was a fun, sweet read.
Thank you to Avon Books UK for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

3/5!

A cute romance more than a fantasy romance which is fine if that’s what you were expecting, I on the other hand was expecting the magic aspect to be part of the story more.

The romance aspect was ok and quite entertaining but nothing really special.

Thankyou Netgalley and Avon Books Uk for the arc!

The Baby Dragon Bakery is the perfect cosy fantasy for any fans of friends to lovers! Lavinia is a whirlwind of energy, a vet-in-training and barista at The Baby Dragon Cafe. Theo is a baker and her best friend. Lavinia believes she must find her great love on a deadline, and Theo doesn't believe he's good enough for anyone. Can they get together before it's too late? I loved seeing Theo's progression through this and his healing from some deep emotional trauma. I also loved the descriptions of Lavinia's family life - it's so wholesome and all of the food sounds delicious! I'm not normally a bug fan of friends to lovers and I didn't like the third act break up in this but I am excited to read Emmeline's book next!

I absolutely adored the first instalment in this trilogy by A.T. Qureshi (The Baby Dragon Cafe), so feel extremely lucky to have been able to read this second book so early!

From the moment I started reading, just like with the first instalment, I felt such a deep sense of happiness and comfort and that feeling never stopped! I already loved Starshine Valley and The Baby Dragon Cafe so it was wonderful being back in this world again, but this time with a focus on a different member of the Baby Dragon team, Lavinia. She is in love with her best friend Theo, except he doesn't seem to realise! We are there with Lavinia as she tries to distract herself from her feelings, busy with her studies, interning at the local animal hospital and working one day a week at the Baby Dragon. We also got to see things from Theo's point of view too, and his struggles with his family and work at the Rolling Pin Bakery. His heart just isn't in it anymore, although he does still make treats for the Baby Dragon Cafe (I wish that I could go and visit to see the cute baby dragons and try some of Theo’s creations)!

This story is so cosy and magical and the beautiful descriptions made this world come to life. I especially loved Biter, the cute baby dragon who Lavinia’s family are looking after and I was invested in Lavinia’s and Theo’s journeys as the story progressed. I was forever highlighting little sections and my favourite quotes! It was great to get to see how Saphira and Aiden are getting on too, as I came to love them both so much after reading book one in the series.

I honestly cannot recommend this series enough and I’m so glad that there is another instalment in January 2026 to look forward to!

I thought the first one was cute, and the second one is just as cute!

Cozy, easy read with friends to lovers. I'll for sure be reading the third book in the series when it comes out!

3.5
So so happy to get Theo and Lavinias story! I loved the best friends to lovers. The secret yearning and the tension was so cute. I really liked the childhood throwbacks in this book, which really helped solidify the development of their relationship.
I liked this just a tiny bit more than the first book. I really loved the bakes that Theo would make and I found myself waiting to see what his next creation would be!
There writing is very simple and doesn’t hold much depth, however it is perfect for a cute, cosy read that you can switch off with. This book and series as a whole feels like a warm hug.
Perfect for fans of legends and lattes and the pumpkin spice cafe series, that want to dive into the coziest fantasy world.
I cannot wait for the story with Tales and tails bookshop!
Thank you to Avon Books for sending me the ARC, and I am so grateful to be part of The Baby Dragon Club!

What a sequel to the Baby Dragon Cafe. Low stakes cozy fantasy. Such a cozy read. Loved the storyline

I was so excited to get the sequel to the baby dragon cafe - which I also adored!
The perfect cosy romance that you'll fly through.
And who couldn't love a story that stars baby dragons!

I loved the cute, cosy feel of this friends to lovers’ book. I would recommend to anyone who wants a low stake, light fantasy, escapist romantic comedy. I really enjoyed the characters of Theo and Lavinia in the first book and couldn't wait for this one. This one is more rom com than the first and whilst we get occasional glimpses of the mystical creatures there is more of a focus on the two friends and their internal struggles. As Theo and Lavinia have been friends since childhood there are several flashbacks that are adorable; showing how their love has evolved over time. Theo as the Baby Dragon Baker means there is a lot more baking in this book and recipes which was an addition I liked. Qureshi has begun to build the world out more now, so we get to see old and new characters in a town; whilst this is being done by several authors now; I find her light fantasy and low spice a unique addition which keeps it fresh. I am so looking forward now to the Baby Dragon Bookshop and hopefully get to see Sparky flying with riders. Thank you so much to NetGalley, A.T. Qureshi and AvonUK for the eArc!

This was one of my highly anticipated reads and it did not disappoint.
From beginning to end it had me hooked and I didn’t want to put it down when I had to. The Baby Dragon Bakery is book 2 in The Baby Dragon series by A. T. Qureshi and I loved every minute of this plus it was lovely to see the characters from book 1 also feature in this book too.

If you are looking for a fun, cozy, and easy read this book is definitely for you! Super whimsical and cute with a nice cozy fantasy touch on a simple romance. Definitely recommend for when you just need something light between more intense reads!

Just as cute as the first one! I love these books. They're so whimsical and charmig and cozy feeling. I want to the baby dragon bakery to be a real place.

First the cover i absolutely loved it
This was such a fun sweet book which i loved a tiny bit more than the first
It’s such a cosy read with amazing characters a sweet story and baby dragons and everytime I pick it up I want / need a baby dragon

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for providing this book, with my honest review below.

The Baby Dragon Bakery was as cute as the first book of the series! These are such comfort reads, taking the reader to a magical place where adorable baby dragons frolick and welcoming cafes and bakeries are just waiting to watch their shenanigans along with the romance that takes place amongst their owners.

In this follow up to the original, we have Lavinia and Theo in a friends that should be lovers relationship, and their relationship and character / life growth was the focus. We get to catch up with other characters (including Aidan and Saphira from the first book) while Lavinia pines for Theo. Some miscommunication and an odd deadline to be married act as conflicts amongst the romance that everyone knows is brewing - really the only thing not as focused on was an insane and cuteness overload level of baby dragons, but there’s still enough to justify the title.

These books flirt with some cheesiness but it just works in every one, which speaks to the world that the author has built up across the series. I’m sure this will be as big a hit as the first!

We are back with book 2 of this series, and it’s very much giving me Dream Harbour vibes but with dragons. This book was super light and easy to read, and I read it in a day.

Now, I really enjoy a friends to lovers trope, and the yearning in this book was perfect, but I did have some problems connecting to the main characters as a whole. I didn’t like the whole “deadline” idea that Lavinia had, and the miscommunication trope kind of ruined it for me a little. This book does feature a third act breakup, which I’m also not overly keen on.

However, that being said, this was a quick and easy book to read, and it fully embodied the coziness of the first book too! The romance and relationship between the main characters was fast paced and as I said before, the yearning!!! And although this is a 3⭐️ read for me, I will be reading the third.

Thanks so much to Avon and NetGalley for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.