An immigrant fortune teller joins forces with an ex-mercenary and a reformed thief in search of a missing child in this sweet and big-hearted fantasy debut.
Small fortunes. Big feelings.
A cozy fantasy about trying to find yourself - and finding a family instead. Perfect for fans of Legends and Lattes, A Psalm for the Wild-Built and The House in the Cerulean Sea.
Fleeing a troubled past, immigrant fortune teller Tao roams the dusty countryside with only her mule for company, telling small fortunes, for small prices. Big fortunes come with big consequences . . . which she knows from bitter experience.
It's a lonely life, until she encounters an ex-mercenary and a (semi) reformed thief, who recruit her into their desperate search for a lost child. Soon, they're joined by a baker with a knead for adventure, and - of course - a slightly magical cat.
Tao sets down a new path with companions as big-hearted as her fortunes are small. But as her friends break down her walls, the shadows of her past close in. Now, Tao must decide whether to risk everything to save the family she never thought she could have...
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 9781399746823
Number of pages: 336
Dimensions: 240 x 156 mm
A story with likeable, authentic characters, a gentle plot/conflict, excellent commentary on ex-pat experience, a healing theme, and delicious baked goods… I loved spending time in this world!
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this book was an absolute delight to read!
I had been in a slump where i'd read 4 disappointing/unreadable books in a row, and i just needed something to get me out of that slump. this book was perfect!
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Absolutely delightful storytelling, with all the warmth, charm and heart that cosy fantasy deserves.
Tao is a teller of small fortunes that finds family and friendship whilst travelling around the countryside.
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