Inn at the Foot of Mount Vengeance
Inn at the Foot of Mount Vengeance
Inn at the Foot of Mount Vengeance
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"A heartfelt and heartwarming story about finding your own peace . . . charming and lovely."--Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop A young aspiring scholar is sent to research the mysteries of an adventurer's inn--only to uncover a centuries-old secret, while finding true friendship and a new home, in this uplifting cozy fantasy.
Mount Vengeance is legendary. For most, it's an adventure or a quest to prove themselves worthy of fame and glory. For Ainsworth Gladsly, it's the perfect thesis material. Ainsworth is an ambitious research fellow and up-and-coming historian, finally ready to make his mark on the world. When his supervisor learns of the rumored Misnich Inn at the foot of Mount Vengeance, she sends Ainsworth to be the first to document the exploits of the bold adventurers who seek to face the perils of the mountain and the dragon said to inhabit it. The inn is far from the sophisticated city life he's grown to love, but even as he grudgingly warms to its rustic charm--and its lovely innkeeper, Honey--the mystery of the mountain refuses to reveal itself. Worse, Ainsworth can't find evidence that anyone has ever undertaken the climb. Even the bravest warriors who stay at the inn turn away from Mount Vengeance the next day. With Ainsworth's reputation on the line, he can't allow this mystery to remain unsolved--even if he has to push the adventurers up the mountain himself.
Mount Vengeance is legendary. For most, it's an adventure or a quest to prove themselves worthy of fame and glory. For Ainsworth Gladsly, it's the perfect thesis material. Ainsworth is an ambitious research fellow and up-and-coming historian, finally ready to make his mark on the world. When his supervisor learns of the rumored Misnich Inn at the foot of Mount Vengeance, she sends Ainsworth to be the first to document the exploits of the bold adventurers who seek to face the perils of the mountain and the dragon said to inhabit it. The inn is far from the sophisticated city life he's grown to love, but even as he grudgingly warms to its rustic charm--and its lovely innkeeper, Honey--the mystery of the mountain refuses to reveal itself. Worse, Ainsworth can't find evidence that anyone has ever undertaken the climb. Even the bravest warriors who stay at the inn turn away from Mount Vengeance the next day. With Ainsworth's reputation on the line, he can't allow this mystery to remain unsolved--even if he has to push the adventurers up the mountain himself.
About the Author
About the Author
Chiara Bullen is a Scottish writer and academic living in Glasgow. She spends most of her days researching literature and her evenings writing novels. When she isn't exploring hills across Scotland, she can be found wandering the fictional mountains of D&D with her party.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"Charming and lovely, with a wonderful found family, The Inn at the Foot of Mount Vengeance is a heartfelt and heartwarming story about finding your own peace."--Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop "What if a life's ambition could never fulfill a heart's desire? This book pairs a languid, sweet tale that will warm the hearts of cozy fantasy readers with a lovable cast of characters."--J. Penner, author of A Fellowship of Bakers & Magic "A delightful curl-up-under-a-blanket read that will be right at home on any cozy fantasy lover's bookshelf."--Emily Krempholtz, USA Today bestselling author of Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore
"A wonderful tale of found family, with impeccable character growth, romance, and a world readers will wish they could step into . . . cozy fantasy at its best!"--Annie Summerlee, author of The Book of Blood and Roses
"Wrap yourself up in a blanket and have a warm cup of tea close at hand! This may be the coziest fantasy I've ever read."--Ry Herman, author of This Princess Kills Monsters "The perfect blend of magical academia and whimsical D&D flair, Bullen's debut brims with tender longing and heartfelt comfort. I will read anything she writes!"--Nadia El-Fassi, author of Love at First Fright
"A book that feels like a don't-leave-the-tavern D&D session . . . depth, warmth, and impeccable world-building all at once."--Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen
"Bullen cleverly transposes academia's publish-or-perish atmosphere to a fantasy setting. Meanwhile, Ainsworth's growing appreciation of both the simple joys of friendship and his own inner strengths is a pleasure to witness. . . . This should win Bullen plenty of fans."--Publishers Weekly "Bullen has successfully created an interesting world, loosely inspired by Scottish folklore and language and the perils of academia, that is worthy of more exploration while keeping the stakes focused on character development. . . . Recommend to readers looking for a cozy fantasy with queer themes and found family."--Library Journal "Bullen's debut is a sweet, cozy fantasy about finding fulfillment in the mundane and living a great life in the small moments. Fans of Travis Baldree's Legends & Lattes series will want to pick this one up."--Booklist
"A wonderful tale of found family, with impeccable character growth, romance, and a world readers will wish they could step into . . . cozy fantasy at its best!"--Annie Summerlee, author of The Book of Blood and Roses
"Wrap yourself up in a blanket and have a warm cup of tea close at hand! This may be the coziest fantasy I've ever read."--Ry Herman, author of This Princess Kills Monsters "The perfect blend of magical academia and whimsical D&D flair, Bullen's debut brims with tender longing and heartfelt comfort. I will read anything she writes!"--Nadia El-Fassi, author of Love at First Fright
"A book that feels like a don't-leave-the-tavern D&D session . . . depth, warmth, and impeccable world-building all at once."--Bea Fitzgerald, author of Girl, Goddess, Queen
"Bullen cleverly transposes academia's publish-or-perish atmosphere to a fantasy setting. Meanwhile, Ainsworth's growing appreciation of both the simple joys of friendship and his own inner strengths is a pleasure to witness. . . . This should win Bullen plenty of fans."--Publishers Weekly "Bullen has successfully created an interesting world, loosely inspired by Scottish folklore and language and the perils of academia, that is worthy of more exploration while keeping the stakes focused on character development. . . . Recommend to readers looking for a cozy fantasy with queer themes and found family."--Library Journal "Bullen's debut is a sweet, cozy fantasy about finding fulfillment in the mundane and living a great life in the small moments. Fans of Travis Baldree's Legends & Lattes series will want to pick this one up."--Booklist
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Del Rey Books
Pub date:
2026-07-07
Length:
352 pages
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