I can't stop thinking about this book. It is cozy. It has lesbians. It has puns. I'm honestly what more is needed in a book - oh wait magical creatures, a cafe, and books. It has all of that too. I think this is a formative book in the blossoming cozy fantasy genre, and am beyond delighted that it got picked up for a broader publishing setting. I can't stop raving about this book and the polish it got only makes it even better!

"Can't Spell Treason Without Tea" by Rebecca Thorne is a delightful and cozy fantasy steeped in sapphic romance. The story revolves around Reyna, one of the Queen's private guards, and Kianthe, the most powerful mage in existence, who share a dream of opening a bookshop that serves tea. However, their aspirations are hindered by their current roles, with Reyna risking her life for a self-centered queen and Kianthe burdened by responsibilities.

When an assassin takes Reyna hostage, she decides it's time to leave behind the dangerous life she's been leading. Kianthe, eager to escape her own obligations, joins Reyna in pursuing their dream. Settling in the town of Tawney, they embark on a cozy adventure filled with mishaps, mysteries, and the challenges of a murderous queen.

The novel is a heartwarming exploration of love, companionship, and the pursuit of one's dreams against all odds. With a backdrop of a charming bookshop, wooden floors, plants, and firelight, Thorne weaves a tale that combines romance and fantasy, creating a world where two women find solace and joy in each other and the simple pleasures of life.