A Taste Of Magic By Lidiya Foxglove May 2026
: The presence of necromancy and undead soldiers gives the story a "gothic-adjacent" atmosphere that contrasts with the sweetness of the baking focus. Availability You can find the book through various retailers: Paperback and digital editions are available at Amazon .
: Upon reaching the capital, Sorla is tasked by Prince Seldon with a nearly impossible feat: using her baking to convince the realm's greatest hero—another revived soldier—that life is still worth living. Characters
: A Fanarlem baker with a relentlessly sunny outlook. Despite her cheerful exterior, the narrative explores the trauma and societal stakes facing her kind, who are often treated as second-class citizens or threatened by enslavement in parts of the world. A Taste of Magic by Lidiya Foxglove
: A "Frankenstein-esque" soldier brought back to life as a combination of body parts. He is brooding, broken, and initially just wants to return home, but he finds himself drawn to Sorla’s company and her extraordinary treats. Themes & Style
Pre-owned copies are often listed on ThriftBooks and Pangobooks . : The presence of necromancy and undead soldiers
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: Since his resurrection, Dorr finds that all food tastes like ash—except for Sorla’s pastries. This culinary connection becomes the bridge between her relentless optimism and his deep-seated grimness. Characters : A Fanarlem baker with a relentlessly
by Lidiya Foxglove is a cozy fantasy romance that blends a "grumpy vs. sunshine" dynamic with a unique high-fantasy world where pastries are a form of salvation. Set in a landscape recovering from war, the story follows an unlikely pair as they navigate trauma, palace intrigue, and the literal magic of baking. Core Plot & Worldbuilding
