Cauldrons, Charms & Chai
(2026)(The third book in the Tales from the Tavern series)
A novel by T L Stone
In the sleepy village of Wayside, where chai spices mingle with woodsmoke, the best cures are brewed with equal parts magic and friendship.
Vaskel came to Wayside seeking to shed his adventuring past and be with old friends. But as snow covers the rooftops and strange things begin happening to him, he realizes his old life isn't quite done with him. Afraid of how this could threaten his peaceful new life, he turns to Iris, the village apothecary, who isn't the least bit fearful of the Hellkin or his fiendish nature.
As they work together to unravel the mystery threatening Vaskel and soon the entire village, something even sweeter than chai begins to simmer between them, despite their heavily guarded hearts. When the truth emerges, will Vaskel and Iris realize that being truly seen and loved might be the most powerful magic of all?
Cauldrons, Charms & Chai is a wholesome, cozy fantasy brimming with holiday magic, gentle romance, found family, and mouthwatering baking. It features no kingdoms to save or epic battles, only gentle intrigue, enchanted creatures, the warmth of a tavern and village worth protecting, and the hope that love can bloom one cup of chai and whispered charm at a time.
Genre: Fantasy
Vaskel came to Wayside seeking to shed his adventuring past and be with old friends. But as snow covers the rooftops and strange things begin happening to him, he realizes his old life isn't quite done with him. Afraid of how this could threaten his peaceful new life, he turns to Iris, the village apothecary, who isn't the least bit fearful of the Hellkin or his fiendish nature.
As they work together to unravel the mystery threatening Vaskel and soon the entire village, something even sweeter than chai begins to simmer between them, despite their heavily guarded hearts. When the truth emerges, will Vaskel and Iris realize that being truly seen and loved might be the most powerful magic of all?
Cauldrons, Charms & Chai is a wholesome, cozy fantasy brimming with holiday magic, gentle romance, found family, and mouthwatering baking. It features no kingdoms to save or epic battles, only gentle intrigue, enchanted creatures, the warmth of a tavern and village worth protecting, and the hope that love can bloom one cup of chai and whispered charm at a time.
Genre: Fantasy