Yes! I love the world that Baldree has created and could not wait to get back to it! To read more about Thimble automatically makes this amazing! And Zyll!!! I loved her in Brigands and Breadknives, so I'm glad we got to know a bit more about her!

A bunch of short stories set in one of the cosiest fictional fantasy worlds I’ve ever come across? Sign me up.

I’ve adored the other books in this series and I love it when authors flex their imaginations and delve into short stories attached to their worlds. They always feel like a gift!

We get to follow some beloved characters from the main series, get snippets of insights and whole new tales to get stuck into. I honestly loved them all and read the book in two sittings as, once I started I couldn’t put it down until I’d finished. Another great addition to an already great stack of books!

Thank you to Pan MacMillan/Tor for this Netgalley ARC, in exchange for my honest opinion.

Oh this was such a fun reunion with some of my favourite characters from the Territory. I especially enjoyed the Thimble story, I love that rattkin so much. I cannot wait to buy the physical copy in October to see all the art!

Tales from the Territory was a charming return to the world of Legends & Lattes, offering a collection of short stories that instantly brought me back to the cosy, low-stakes vibes I love so much about the series.

Having recently read "Goblins and Greatcoats", I wasn't sure if it would be too soon for a reread, but it turned out to be just as delightful the second time around. It helped me ease back into the world quickly, and set the tone well for the rest of the collection.

The standout for me was "Just a Thimbleful". I'm definitely biased (Thimble is my favourite character) but it perfectly demonstrated everything that makes him special. His unrelenting urge to bake the most delicious treats imaginable, and his quiet rebellion in the face of the strictest and most culinarily-boring of employers. His steadfast, heartfelt determination to do what he loved, and seeing how that ultimately led him to the doors of Legends & Lattes, made my heart feel so full.

Viv's story, "Pages to Fill" was another highlight, giving us a glimpse into the pivotal moment when she first encountered coffee. Watching the seed that would eventually grow into Legends & Lattes being planted was such a treat.

I also really enjoyed "Mirograph", following Tandri's time helping a university professor with her experiments. I will say, it felt quite different tone-wise. Just as beautiful, but with a layer of tension and sadness to it. Also, I'm pretty sure just witnessed the almost-development of fantasy ChatGPT, and I'm very glad about that "almost".

The last story, "Cavaliers & Coffees", about the arrival of a new competitor for the coffee shop, felt like coming home. It captured all the cosy, low-stakes charm that defined Legends & Lattes, packed into a smaller, but still satisfying narrative. It was cosy, comforting, and a lovely note to end on.

Overall, I loved every story in this collection - not a single miss! This will be an absolute treat for fans who want more time with these characters.