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Myths and Manuscripts: A Cozy Fantasy Bound with Love
At the Misty Mountain Library, some books don’t just tell stories—they let you step inside.
Everyone knows the Demon Lord is a villain, but what kind of villain he becomes depends on how his story ends. With a writing contest to finish his series underway, he refuses to leave that ending to chance. He’s going to choose his own writer, one who will make his final act unforgettable.
But Willow is definitely not interested. Her last book was rejected by the story gods, and that failure still stings. It’s easier to bury herself in the family business than face disappointment again. She’s an apothecary, not a writer.
Isn’t she?
With a twist of library magic, Willow and the Demon Lord are pulled into the world of his book. To finish the story, they’ll have to live it. But as the chapters unfold, they may find that what they’ve been searching for isn’t just an ending. It’s each other.
Myths and Manuscripts is a cozy fantasy full of found family, whimsical magic, and finding the courage to dream big.
Everyone knows the Demon Lord is a villain, but what kind of villain he becomes depends on how his story ends. With a writing contest to finish his series underway, he refuses to leave that ending to chance. He’s going to choose his own writer, one who will make his final act unforgettable.
But Willow is definitely not interested. Her last book was rejected by the story gods, and that failure still stings. It’s easier to bury herself in the family business than face disappointment again. She’s an apothecary, not a writer.
Isn’t she?
With a twist of library magic, Willow and the Demon Lord are pulled into the world of his book. To finish the story, they’ll have to live it. But as the chapters unfold, they may find that what they’ve been searching for isn’t just an ending. It’s each other.
Myths and Manuscripts is a cozy fantasy full of found family, whimsical magic, and finding the courage to dream big.
333 pages, Paperback
First published October 21, 2025
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Pandora Pierce
4 books34 followersPandora Pierce writes cozy fantasy where the monsters are charming, the magic is whimsical, and the adventures are delightfully low-stakes. She has a weakness for slimes, red pandas, and other adorable creatures that inevitably sneak into her stories.
When she’s not writing, she streams as a VTuber, connecting with readers, writers, and gamers in a space as cozy and lighthearted as her books.
When she’s not writing, she streams as a VTuber, connecting with readers, writers, and gamers in a space as cozy and lighthearted as her books.
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October 20, 2025
Just like the first this book is full of magic of the stories. In the first we say the characters of the books gain life. In this we are transport for the book of Demon lord. A demon village full of demons that peaceful and not monstrus just like the humans thought. And the Demon lord maybe is not villan of the story. Willow will finished his story and maybe fall in love with him.
I like so much to return this world, to know more about Willow and Demon Lord stories and see them grow. Also I did like so much Gran. She always wants the best for Willow and will do anything for her happiness. Also Demon Lord is such a cuttie, how can somebody belive that he is the villan?
I like so much to return this world, to know more about Willow and Demon Lord stories and see them grow. Also I did like so much Gran. She always wants the best for Willow and will do anything for her happiness. Also Demon Lord is such a cuttie, how can somebody belive that he is the villan?
October 13, 2025
A lovely low stakes, cozy fantasy! I was charmed to return to the magical sentient library and within the books themselves.
The FMC was a little frustrating at times, and I cringed every time she freaked out upon receiving constructive feedback about her writing. I was cheered by her growth and seeming increasing confidence through the book, but she seemed to crumble at every point of feedback. The MMC was very patient through these ups and downs! The relationship between the FMC and MMC was sweet, and I appreciated how the story wrapped up. The side characters were also delightful, especially the demonic bunny. The pacing is gentle but intentionally so, which makes for a nice easy read.
I liked the first book in the series, Legends and Librarians, a bit more than this one, but I still had a good time. I would definitely read more from the series!
Thank you, Pandora Pierce, for the arc!
The FMC was a little frustrating at times, and I cringed every time she freaked out upon receiving constructive feedback about her writing. I was cheered by her growth and seeming increasing confidence through the book, but she seemed to crumble at every point of feedback. The MMC was very patient through these ups and downs! The relationship between the FMC and MMC was sweet, and I appreciated how the story wrapped up. The side characters were also delightful, especially the demonic bunny. The pacing is gentle but intentionally so, which makes for a nice easy read.
I liked the first book in the series, Legends and Librarians, a bit more than this one, but I still had a good time. I would definitely read more from the series!
Thank you, Pandora Pierce, for the arc!
October 19, 2025
Willow and Demon Lord’s story was a fun fantasy romantic read. Poor Willow is close to giving up on her dream of being an author, but all see really needed was to inspiration to write the story that interests her. I loved the unexpected turn in this story.
September 29, 2025
With adorable companions, almost-friends-to-lovers romance, and an overall low stakes conflict, Myths and Manuscripts is truly the epitome of a cozy fantasy! Starting with the adorable companions, can we talk about the mossmews? I fell in love with them the moment they were depicted on page, though they don't really show up often. Oh, there are the dragons! They play a slightly larger role, and what a wonderfully mischievous role it is! Honestly, I would read this book for the creatures in it alone, but the other things are nice too.
Like the romance! The FMC and the MMC aren't exactly friends, but they do have a friendly relationship going in the beginning. They are just perfect for each other as well, with enough chemistry that them ending up together made sense instead of feeling contrived. Who am I to judge whether a relationship is healthy, but I do think that their relationship is a good one.
There is also the conflict, which isn't particularly high stakes. I mean, the conflict was pretty big for the characters involved, but it wasn't world shifting. Which is good! Especially since this book is meant to be cozy. It makes for a good comfort read, and having high stakes would make it a bit...less comforting.
If you're a fan of cozy books and adorable little animals, then you should consider giving Myths and Manuscripts a chance! Who knows, you might end up loving it as much as I do.
Thank you to the author and Booksirens for providing me with an ARC for a honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Like the romance! The FMC and the MMC aren't exactly friends, but they do have a friendly relationship going in the beginning. They are just perfect for each other as well, with enough chemistry that them ending up together made sense instead of feeling contrived. Who am I to judge whether a relationship is healthy, but I do think that their relationship is a good one.
There is also the conflict, which isn't particularly high stakes. I mean, the conflict was pretty big for the characters involved, but it wasn't world shifting. Which is good! Especially since this book is meant to be cozy. It makes for a good comfort read, and having high stakes would make it a bit...less comforting.
If you're a fan of cozy books and adorable little animals, then you should consider giving Myths and Manuscripts a chance! Who knows, you might end up loving it as much as I do.
Thank you to the author and Booksirens for providing me with an ARC for a honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
October 15, 2025
The Demon Lord has a problem, well several problems, but his more urgent problems could all be solved by one stubborn apothecary. He certainly didn’t expect to be routinely bombarded by adoring fans every time he came out of his book to spend time in the enchanted library; adoring fans and being “the villain” don’t seem like things that should go together, and he’s not enjoying the attention. Crowding at the library has only gotten worse since the contest to complete the unfinished series he hails from was announced. The Demon Lord doesn’t want just any overeager fan telling his story, deciding who he is. If the apothecary with a surprising talent for writing would only agree to be his author.
Willow loves telling stories, or at least she did. Her first attempt at writing was soul crushing enough that she’s sworn off the practice entirely; when the story gods declare your work terrible there’s nothing else to do. Frankly, she’s ready to put the whole thing behind her and forget it entirely. Something that was looking a tad less impossible before the Demon Lord decided Willow was the perfect person to write his story.
Willow is perfectly happy working as an apothecary beside her grandmother in the family shop, but her grandmother’s promise to never nag Willow about writing again if she takes on the Demon Lord’s task is too tempting. Besides, she did really enjoy the books, and unless she wins the contest no one else will ever see her work (and that will never happen). If she finds herself wanting to do a great job because it’s important to the Demon Lord, who really needs an actual name now that she’s thinking about it, well that feeling’s probably not anything to be worried about either.
The concept for this narrative was so interesting, and the execution did not disappoint. The world presented was incredibly cozy; all I wanted to do while reading this was curl up with a cup of tea and the fluffiest blanket I could find. This narrative did have me chuckling more than I anticipated also, which is always a pleasant surprise; Dian was a joy, as was Inkheart.
Though this is the second installment in a series, it functions perfectly well as a standalone. The relevant events are summarized cleanly within the first portion of the narrative, and so much time is spent in the apothecary shop and the Demon Lord’s world that only minimal understanding of the library’s magic is necessary.
Willow is easy to sympathize with, and I suspect that many readers will find her relatable. Her personal struggles with critical feedback and rejection were well written. All of the main cast were flushed out and well developed. The dynamic between them all was quite fun.
This narrative was everything you’d want from a cozy fantasy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Willow loves telling stories, or at least she did. Her first attempt at writing was soul crushing enough that she’s sworn off the practice entirely; when the story gods declare your work terrible there’s nothing else to do. Frankly, she’s ready to put the whole thing behind her and forget it entirely. Something that was looking a tad less impossible before the Demon Lord decided Willow was the perfect person to write his story.
Willow is perfectly happy working as an apothecary beside her grandmother in the family shop, but her grandmother’s promise to never nag Willow about writing again if she takes on the Demon Lord’s task is too tempting. Besides, she did really enjoy the books, and unless she wins the contest no one else will ever see her work (and that will never happen). If she finds herself wanting to do a great job because it’s important to the Demon Lord, who really needs an actual name now that she’s thinking about it, well that feeling’s probably not anything to be worried about either.
The concept for this narrative was so interesting, and the execution did not disappoint. The world presented was incredibly cozy; all I wanted to do while reading this was curl up with a cup of tea and the fluffiest blanket I could find. This narrative did have me chuckling more than I anticipated also, which is always a pleasant surprise; Dian was a joy, as was Inkheart.
Though this is the second installment in a series, it functions perfectly well as a standalone. The relevant events are summarized cleanly within the first portion of the narrative, and so much time is spent in the apothecary shop and the Demon Lord’s world that only minimal understanding of the library’s magic is necessary.
Willow is easy to sympathize with, and I suspect that many readers will find her relatable. Her personal struggles with critical feedback and rejection were well written. All of the main cast were flushed out and well developed. The dynamic between them all was quite fun.
This narrative was everything you’d want from a cozy fantasy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 10, 2025
A few of my friends have read this book, all have been impressed, so what was I supposed to do??? Yes...read it! And now I understand them completely....An aspiring author, a demon lord and a apothecary, sounds a bit bizarre, doesn't it? But it works, it works so very well. Like peaches and cream, like cheese and crackers, they go together very tastily and tastefully.
Willow is soooo sweet! Gentle, kind, loving. Her manuscript has also been rejected by a publishing house, which sends her into a spiral of unworthiness. She works with her gran in their apothecary, happily, but she wanted more. I love how true Ms Pierce caprured her emotions, her perceived failure. I swear I was in every authors head, I could feel the anxiety they feel, how fragile they are, imposter syndrome so palpable. This sentence, yeah, captures it all, "Writing a book was like sharing your biggest dream with a stranger and hoping they didn’t crush it."
Demon lord (yes, he remains nameless for a long while!) went from fictional to real in a heartbeat. The author that brought him to life, literally, is no more, so his story is incomplete. The trepidation he experiences about the final book of, well, of his story, just made me want to hug him! It IS kind of scary not knowing where your story will go or how an author might spin it. Although he's technically a villain, his reasoning is sound for his actions, isn't it? He's very uncomfortable with his...notoriety, heck, he has FANS! A demon lord is supposed to inspire dread not swoon!
And then these two meet...oh dear heavens was that fun! From here on, I had the biggest smile on my face, the rest of the book was beautiful, comical in places, but mainly delightfully engaging. I was soooo impressed with this author! This read was unique in every sense of the word. A character in a book comes to life, said character's "life" and how it end is hanging suspended until someone writes it. An insecure author takes on that task, so a book written for a book to complete it, is totally unique. The sweetest of romances brews too and, although BOTH Demon lord and Willow are fictional, this author turned them into real people. People with fears, uncertainties, emotions, joy, the whole bang shoot!
ALL the characters took on a "life" of their own. From the demon folk in demon town, to gran and beyond, so so cool! Did I love Gran! Although in mourning, although desperately missing her departed husband, she's full of spunk and sass! The world building of a book within a book is pure pleasure and so well planned out. I even get to "live" out their fantasy within the fantasy...This book was so cosy and sweet, I was gooey all over by the time I reached the end. This was a fantastical read in the true sense of the word.
Willow is soooo sweet! Gentle, kind, loving. Her manuscript has also been rejected by a publishing house, which sends her into a spiral of unworthiness. She works with her gran in their apothecary, happily, but she wanted more. I love how true Ms Pierce caprured her emotions, her perceived failure. I swear I was in every authors head, I could feel the anxiety they feel, how fragile they are, imposter syndrome so palpable. This sentence, yeah, captures it all, "Writing a book was like sharing your biggest dream with a stranger and hoping they didn’t crush it."
Demon lord (yes, he remains nameless for a long while!) went from fictional to real in a heartbeat. The author that brought him to life, literally, is no more, so his story is incomplete. The trepidation he experiences about the final book of, well, of his story, just made me want to hug him! It IS kind of scary not knowing where your story will go or how an author might spin it. Although he's technically a villain, his reasoning is sound for his actions, isn't it? He's very uncomfortable with his...notoriety, heck, he has FANS! A demon lord is supposed to inspire dread not swoon!
And then these two meet...oh dear heavens was that fun! From here on, I had the biggest smile on my face, the rest of the book was beautiful, comical in places, but mainly delightfully engaging. I was soooo impressed with this author! This read was unique in every sense of the word. A character in a book comes to life, said character's "life" and how it end is hanging suspended until someone writes it. An insecure author takes on that task, so a book written for a book to complete it, is totally unique. The sweetest of romances brews too and, although BOTH Demon lord and Willow are fictional, this author turned them into real people. People with fears, uncertainties, emotions, joy, the whole bang shoot!
ALL the characters took on a "life" of their own. From the demon folk in demon town, to gran and beyond, so so cool! Did I love Gran! Although in mourning, although desperately missing her departed husband, she's full of spunk and sass! The world building of a book within a book is pure pleasure and so well planned out. I even get to "live" out their fantasy within the fantasy...This book was so cosy and sweet, I was gooey all over by the time I reached the end. This was a fantastical read in the true sense of the word.
September 30, 2025
After receiving harsh words from story gods Willow is ready to say her writing career is over. Her first book clearly wasn't well received despite people saying the story gods are to help and give advice. Willow just wants to stay at the family apothecary and eventually take it over for her grandmother. When a once in a lifetime chance to finish a beloved book series comes her grandmother convinces her to give her dream one more chance.
The Misty Mountain Library's wild magic brought characters to life. The brooding villain to the popular series is a common attraction for fans and he is left fanfiction more than he likes. The Demon Lord misses the quiet days where he can be a villain in peace. But he wonders who he really is and what his motives are. The author hadn't actually written him in an active role yet and he doesn't even know why he does what he does. The author died before the final installment was written so he may never get these answers. However, the family has decided to put a competition for someone to write the final book. The Demon Lord sees this as an opportunity to make sure he gets a fitting ending. He decides Willow is the perfect person to write his story. Misty's wild magic creates some magical library chaos much to Willow's delight and The Demon Lord's horror. Now that she has taken on the task she finds herself overwhelmed with doing this world, and The Demon Lord, justice.
A uniquely told story about running from hardship, breaking away from comfort zones, and taking control of your narrative. Willow is any creator who is afraid of criticism and would rather hide in comfort than find that no one likes their work or finding something wrong with it. The Demon Lord knows he is a character in a book and would not be living if it wasn't for the library. But he falls back on his whole being a character and fights that he has feelings and hopes and fears. I can appreciate The Demon Lord's insecurities and his apprehension for how Willow can influence his world. I love the author's humor in recognizing and having fun with the fact Willow gets sucked into a book. You can tell the author had fun through Willow's comments and interactions. And the fact that The Demon Lord is self aware of that fact and makes comments on tropes cracked me up. Also, I think I found my absolute favorite sidekicks in this series. Inkheart is a gem and we need more of her, that is all I will say on the matter.
The Misty Mountain Library's wild magic brought characters to life. The brooding villain to the popular series is a common attraction for fans and he is left fanfiction more than he likes. The Demon Lord misses the quiet days where he can be a villain in peace. But he wonders who he really is and what his motives are. The author hadn't actually written him in an active role yet and he doesn't even know why he does what he does. The author died before the final installment was written so he may never get these answers. However, the family has decided to put a competition for someone to write the final book. The Demon Lord sees this as an opportunity to make sure he gets a fitting ending. He decides Willow is the perfect person to write his story. Misty's wild magic creates some magical library chaos much to Willow's delight and The Demon Lord's horror. Now that she has taken on the task she finds herself overwhelmed with doing this world, and The Demon Lord, justice.
A uniquely told story about running from hardship, breaking away from comfort zones, and taking control of your narrative. Willow is any creator who is afraid of criticism and would rather hide in comfort than find that no one likes their work or finding something wrong with it. The Demon Lord knows he is a character in a book and would not be living if it wasn't for the library. But he falls back on his whole being a character and fights that he has feelings and hopes and fears. I can appreciate The Demon Lord's insecurities and his apprehension for how Willow can influence his world. I love the author's humor in recognizing and having fun with the fact Willow gets sucked into a book. You can tell the author had fun through Willow's comments and interactions. And the fact that The Demon Lord is self aware of that fact and makes comments on tropes cracked me up. Also, I think I found my absolute favorite sidekicks in this series. Inkheart is a gem and we need more of her, that is all I will say on the matter.
September 26, 2025
Arc Review✨
Thank you to the author Pandora Pierce for sending me this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
-All thoughts and opinions are my own.
If you’ve ever wished your bookshelf came with a comfy armchair and a cup of tea, Myths and Manuscripts: A Cozy Fantasy Bound with Love by Pandora Pierce might just be your next favorite read. This delightful little gem wraps you up in a story that’s equal parts enchanting mystery, swoon-worthy romance, and cozy fantasy vibes. Think of it as a warm, fuzzy sweater for your imagination.
The plot centers around a charming cast of characters who dive headfirst into the world of ancient manuscripts and mythical secrets. There’s magic, yes, but it’s the kind of magic that feels grounded in heart—no world-ending catastrophes here, just the slow-burning excitement of discovery, friendship, and, of course, love. Pierce’s writing style feels like chatting with your best bookish friend who’s just as obsessed with lore and legends as you are, making the whole journey feel incredibly personal and inviting.
Now, this isn’t a rollercoaster ride with plot twists at every corner, but more like a gentle stroll through a quaint fantasy village—complete with hidden doors, whispered legends, and moments that make you smile aloud. The romance is sweet and slow-cooked, never rushed, and perfectly balanced with the cozy mystery elements. I appreciated that the story didn’t try to be everything at once; instead, it leaned into its strengths—warmth, whimsy, and a dash of humor.
My only tiny quibble is that some moments felt a little predictable, but honestly, that didn’t detract from the overall charm. Sometimes, it’s nice to have a story that feels safe and comforting, and this one delivered just that.
If you’re in the mood for a book that feels like a hug from an old friend wrapped in a cloak of magic, Myths and Manuscripts is a perfect pick. It’s the kind of cozy fantasy that you’ll want to revisit on rainy days or whenever you need a little extra enchantment in your life. Four stars for a book that’s warm, inviting, and bound with love—literally and figuratively!
Thank you to the author Pandora Pierce for sending me this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
-All thoughts and opinions are my own.
If you’ve ever wished your bookshelf came with a comfy armchair and a cup of tea, Myths and Manuscripts: A Cozy Fantasy Bound with Love by Pandora Pierce might just be your next favorite read. This delightful little gem wraps you up in a story that’s equal parts enchanting mystery, swoon-worthy romance, and cozy fantasy vibes. Think of it as a warm, fuzzy sweater for your imagination.
The plot centers around a charming cast of characters who dive headfirst into the world of ancient manuscripts and mythical secrets. There’s magic, yes, but it’s the kind of magic that feels grounded in heart—no world-ending catastrophes here, just the slow-burning excitement of discovery, friendship, and, of course, love. Pierce’s writing style feels like chatting with your best bookish friend who’s just as obsessed with lore and legends as you are, making the whole journey feel incredibly personal and inviting.
Now, this isn’t a rollercoaster ride with plot twists at every corner, but more like a gentle stroll through a quaint fantasy village—complete with hidden doors, whispered legends, and moments that make you smile aloud. The romance is sweet and slow-cooked, never rushed, and perfectly balanced with the cozy mystery elements. I appreciated that the story didn’t try to be everything at once; instead, it leaned into its strengths—warmth, whimsy, and a dash of humor.
My only tiny quibble is that some moments felt a little predictable, but honestly, that didn’t detract from the overall charm. Sometimes, it’s nice to have a story that feels safe and comforting, and this one delivered just that.
If you’re in the mood for a book that feels like a hug from an old friend wrapped in a cloak of magic, Myths and Manuscripts is a perfect pick. It’s the kind of cozy fantasy that you’ll want to revisit on rainy days or whenever you need a little extra enchantment in your life. Four stars for a book that’s warm, inviting, and bound with love—literally and figuratively!
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September 27, 2025Myths and Manuscripts is a cute, low-stakes, adventure fantasy about discovering who you are, with a twist. When Villain's author dies, he's left with an unfinished story. He doesn't know how it ends, or even what his motivations for being a villain are. He doesn't even know his own name!
Willow is an apothecary and aspiring author. She entered one of her books into a competition and the feedback was less than favourable.
The story speaks, but the heart is silent
Willow takes that to mean the book sucks. But after reading it, Villain likes the book, and wants Willow to write hisending. The two decide to enter into the writing competition the author's family is hosting, to finish the series.
When Willow comments that she needs to learn the ins and outs of Villain's story, he suggests it would be easiest for her to see it for herself. And low and behold, the magical library that houses Villain's book sends them both into the story.
While inside, Willow and Villain learn what's really been going on inside the story, and that Villain may not be quite so villainous after all.
I did feel that the author gave too much detail, insofar as it felt like they didn't trust me as a reader to understand what was going on and had to spell it out so I didn't miss it. Which made it seem like a younger reading level than I expect it is. This prevented me from truly loving the book, being spoon fed each and every discovery and character motivation. There was also no resolution to Willow's original novel and the feedback she received.
Otherwise I enjoyed story. The romance was sweet, the villain was a character you could cheer for and Willow was all things sunshine. I liked the way the Villain's fortress/castle started to change with Willow's arrival. Inkheart was my favourite character. Always telling it like it was and saying what everyone else was too embarrassed or afraid to. Give me a cheeky quill any day.
If you like low-stakes or cozy fantasy then you will probably enjoy this book.
I received an Advanced copy from BookSirens, all opinions are my own.
Willow is an apothecary and aspiring author. She entered one of her books into a competition and the feedback was less than favourable.
The story speaks, but the heart is silent
Willow takes that to mean the book sucks. But after reading it, Villain likes the book, and wants Willow to write hisending. The two decide to enter into the writing competition the author's family is hosting, to finish the series.
When Willow comments that she needs to learn the ins and outs of Villain's story, he suggests it would be easiest for her to see it for herself. And low and behold, the magical library that houses Villain's book sends them both into the story.
While inside, Willow and Villain learn what's really been going on inside the story, and that Villain may not be quite so villainous after all.
I did feel that the author gave too much detail, insofar as it felt like they didn't trust me as a reader to understand what was going on and had to spell it out so I didn't miss it. Which made it seem like a younger reading level than I expect it is. This prevented me from truly loving the book, being spoon fed each and every discovery and character motivation. There was also no resolution to Willow's original novel and the feedback she received.
Otherwise I enjoyed story. The romance was sweet, the villain was a character you could cheer for and Willow was all things sunshine. I liked the way the Villain's fortress/castle started to change with Willow's arrival. Inkheart was my favourite character. Always telling it like it was and saying what everyone else was too embarrassed or afraid to. Give me a cheeky quill any day.
If you like low-stakes or cozy fantasy then you will probably enjoy this book.
I received an Advanced copy from BookSirens, all opinions are my own.
October 17, 2025
Myths and Manuscripts is book 2 in the Legends and Librarians series. And everyone's favorite brooding story spirit, the Demon Lord, gets his chance at love in this one!
The Demon Lord, in an attempt to escape the ever more popular Library and all the noise and chaos that comes with being filled to capacity with patrons and story spirits, starts running errands for the library. On one such errand he meets Willow, an apothecary and aspiring author. After getting a critique from the Story Gods that crushes her confidence she hasn't let anyone read her story, afraid that they'll only tell her what she wants to hear because they're her family or friends. The Demon Lord offers to read and critique and Willow relents because she's certain he'll offer genuine feedback since he really doesn't know her.
Though her story does need a little work, the Demon Lord is entranced with her writing style and when he hears that there will be a contest to pick an author to write the last book in the unfinished series that he came out of, he's certain that Willow is the only person who can do the story justice.
But when Willow is pulled by library magic into the Demon Lord's book and unable to get back out, she is forced to confront her two biggest fears in order to escape.
Willow is a character that clearly suffers from Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, though it's not called that in the story (because it's a fantasy world that doesn't use our psychological diagnostic language). The Demon Lord is so patient as he helps her through her RSD as he offers feedback and as competition heats up for the book. In turn, Willow helps the Demon Lord realize that he can be more than just a one note villain.
Myths and Manuscripts is cozy, sweet and so much fun! Thank you Pandora Pierce and Booksirens for the opportunity to advance read!
The Demon Lord, in an attempt to escape the ever more popular Library and all the noise and chaos that comes with being filled to capacity with patrons and story spirits, starts running errands for the library. On one such errand he meets Willow, an apothecary and aspiring author. After getting a critique from the Story Gods that crushes her confidence she hasn't let anyone read her story, afraid that they'll only tell her what she wants to hear because they're her family or friends. The Demon Lord offers to read and critique and Willow relents because she's certain he'll offer genuine feedback since he really doesn't know her.
Though her story does need a little work, the Demon Lord is entranced with her writing style and when he hears that there will be a contest to pick an author to write the last book in the unfinished series that he came out of, he's certain that Willow is the only person who can do the story justice.
But when Willow is pulled by library magic into the Demon Lord's book and unable to get back out, she is forced to confront her two biggest fears in order to escape.
Willow is a character that clearly suffers from Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, though it's not called that in the story (because it's a fantasy world that doesn't use our psychological diagnostic language). The Demon Lord is so patient as he helps her through her RSD as he offers feedback and as competition heats up for the book. In turn, Willow helps the Demon Lord realize that he can be more than just a one note villain.
Myths and Manuscripts is cozy, sweet and so much fun! Thank you Pandora Pierce and Booksirens for the opportunity to advance read!
December 1, 2025
What kind of ending would you write for yourself if given the chance?
At the Misty Mountain Library, the books don’t just tell stories—they let you step inside. In the Demon Lord's story, there's no denying he's the villain - his name is DEMON LORD, for goodness sakes! But what kind of villain does he want to be? When a writing contest opens to finish the last book in his series, he's determined to make his last stand memorable, and goes in search of an author to give him the justice he deserves. Willow, long-time library patron and once-hopeful budding author, will NOT be writing anymore stories - after her last book was publicly rejected by the story gods, she's re-devoting herself to the family apothecary and leaving any creative notions buried in the pages. But the library has other plans - in a twist of magic, Willow and the Demon Lord are accidentally pulled into his book, with the only way out seemingly being finishing the story. With each chapter Willow and the Demon Lord unwind, they might just discover that they weren't searching for an ending - but each other.
This series is THE definition of cozy library writing - it's always low-stakes, cottagecore vibes, and the perfect pick-me-up between the books that hurt your feelings, or for when you just want to re-create the cozy library-based society of your dreams. I love getting to return to the animated library, and loved the banter and self-discovery between Willow and the Demon Lord - 12/10 would read the entire series of the Demon Lord's book if Pandora every felt like writing them! There's a little bit of emotional growth, a lot of reading aesthetic, a dash of romance, a found family you wouldn't believe, and a lot of relaxing in the Legends and Librarians series, and if you need a book to comfort you, reach for this one first!
At the Misty Mountain Library, the books don’t just tell stories—they let you step inside. In the Demon Lord's story, there's no denying he's the villain - his name is DEMON LORD, for goodness sakes! But what kind of villain does he want to be? When a writing contest opens to finish the last book in his series, he's determined to make his last stand memorable, and goes in search of an author to give him the justice he deserves. Willow, long-time library patron and once-hopeful budding author, will NOT be writing anymore stories - after her last book was publicly rejected by the story gods, she's re-devoting herself to the family apothecary and leaving any creative notions buried in the pages. But the library has other plans - in a twist of magic, Willow and the Demon Lord are accidentally pulled into his book, with the only way out seemingly being finishing the story. With each chapter Willow and the Demon Lord unwind, they might just discover that they weren't searching for an ending - but each other.
This series is THE definition of cozy library writing - it's always low-stakes, cottagecore vibes, and the perfect pick-me-up between the books that hurt your feelings, or for when you just want to re-create the cozy library-based society of your dreams. I love getting to return to the animated library, and loved the banter and self-discovery between Willow and the Demon Lord - 12/10 would read the entire series of the Demon Lord's book if Pandora every felt like writing them! There's a little bit of emotional growth, a lot of reading aesthetic, a dash of romance, a found family you wouldn't believe, and a lot of relaxing in the Legends and Librarians series, and if you need a book to comfort you, reach for this one first!
October 9, 2025
The Demon Lord is the villain of a very popular book series, with a dead author. When he is informed of a contest to finish the series, he refuses to leave his unknown future to chance. He turns to Willow, a library patron who seems to see him as more than just his archetype, and asks her to write his story. But Willow's first story was rejected by the story gods, and she's not sure if writing really is her future. When the magic of Misty Mountain Library transports the two into the world of the Demon Lord's series, they discover more than the missing ending.
This was a really cute book. The plot of trying to discover and write the final book of the series was a lot of fun, and the story's side characters were great! In addition to the overall discovery of the Demon Lord's world, there's a lot of self discovery for the two main characters, which created some fun character growth. Unfortunately, I did find Willow to be rather frustrating, as she seems extremely incapable of taking constructive feedback at all about her writing. This is presented as a character flaw, and it's something she works on throughout the book, but I just found it extremely annoying for her to melt down at the slightest bit of criticism. Her issues with commitment and allowing herself to let people in nearer to her was a much were much more interesting, but less fleshed out as much as I would have liked.
Overall, it was a nice, cosy fantasy romance with a fun literary plot and plenty of interesting plot twists. A cute, easy read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was a really cute book. The plot of trying to discover and write the final book of the series was a lot of fun, and the story's side characters were great! In addition to the overall discovery of the Demon Lord's world, there's a lot of self discovery for the two main characters, which created some fun character growth. Unfortunately, I did find Willow to be rather frustrating, as she seems extremely incapable of taking constructive feedback at all about her writing. This is presented as a character flaw, and it's something she works on throughout the book, but I just found it extremely annoying for her to melt down at the slightest bit of criticism. Her issues with commitment and allowing herself to let people in nearer to her was a much were much more interesting, but less fleshed out as much as I would have liked.
Overall, it was a nice, cosy fantasy romance with a fun literary plot and plenty of interesting plot twists. A cute, easy read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 30, 2025
Gleeful Goblin Review: I'm in love with this world. Having grown up in libraries as a kid and loved watching things like Rock-A-Doodle and The Pagemaster so when I saw Book 1 of this series talking about a library come to life and STORY SPIRITS well how could I resist? Now, in Book 2 we have a chance to be really up close and personal with one of those Story Spirits! “He’s one of the story spirits from the library. He’s the Demon Lord from the book series I Just Wanted a Peaceful Life, but Now I Have to Stop the Demon Lord and His Entire Army!” Gran’s eyebrows shot up. “A story spirit in our shop? I didn’t think they left the mountain.” That was a good point. What had Nyssa been thinking sending him into town on his own? Sure, the town had changed their tune about the library, but the Demon Lord was still the scariest of them all. At least, to most people he was. The barest hint of a smile touched his lips as he noticed the mossmew curled up in the lavender. He pet the tiny cat-like creature so quickly I would have missed it if I hadn’t been watching. Did the Demon Lord... actually like cute animals? The way he acted at the library made me think they were all a bother to him, but maybe that was an act. Like the big grumpy type of character with the heart of a cinnamon roll?"
The concept of this book in particular stood out to me though. The Demon Lord and his unfinished series being worked on by a baby author with crushing Imposter Syndrome as a collaborative writing project? Outstanding. 5/5 Stars
The concept of this book in particular stood out to me though. The Demon Lord and his unfinished series being worked on by a baby author with crushing Imposter Syndrome as a collaborative writing project? Outstanding. 5/5 Stars
October 20, 2025
Thank you to Book Sirens for the ARC.
Plot 3.5/5
Characters 3.5/5
Ending 3/5
Interest 3.5/5
Overall 3.5/5
-Similarly to what the characters were saying inside of the story, this book has potential. I love the idea of fictional characters coming to life and a writer entering a fictional world. But the execution wasn’t really for me. Things move along very quickly, which is fine in some cases but here she is writing a full book of a story she doesn’t even know where it ends off. There were also some cringey moments where the human tries to explain certain reader tropes to a fictional character. It just wasn’t written in a way that kept me gripped.
-The characters were alright. They were fun. But what surprised me was how no one knew the villain’s or hero’s names when apparently there have been multiple books about them. Is it an inconsistency or just an odd way to tell a story? I have no clue. Willow feels a bit childish in her ways. She’s seen as quite a sweet, naive and innocent girl but it ends up with her seeming childish, emotional and not really knowing how to deal with the slightest inconvenience.
-The ending was too long. The resolution happened, the book was written but then chapters kept appearing on and on and I kind of got fed up by the end. It was like a third of the book was what was happening after the conclusion. I don’t like it when endings drag on for no reason and this is exactly what happened. There were about 3-4 chapters too many.
Plot 3.5/5
Characters 3.5/5
Ending 3/5
Interest 3.5/5
Overall 3.5/5
-Similarly to what the characters were saying inside of the story, this book has potential. I love the idea of fictional characters coming to life and a writer entering a fictional world. But the execution wasn’t really for me. Things move along very quickly, which is fine in some cases but here she is writing a full book of a story she doesn’t even know where it ends off. There were also some cringey moments where the human tries to explain certain reader tropes to a fictional character. It just wasn’t written in a way that kept me gripped.
-The characters were alright. They were fun. But what surprised me was how no one knew the villain’s or hero’s names when apparently there have been multiple books about them. Is it an inconsistency or just an odd way to tell a story? I have no clue. Willow feels a bit childish in her ways. She’s seen as quite a sweet, naive and innocent girl but it ends up with her seeming childish, emotional and not really knowing how to deal with the slightest inconvenience.
-The ending was too long. The resolution happened, the book was written but then chapters kept appearing on and on and I kind of got fed up by the end. It was like a third of the book was what was happening after the conclusion. I don’t like it when endings drag on for no reason and this is exactly what happened. There were about 3-4 chapters too many.
November 18, 2025
We return to the Misty Mountain Library to visit our old pal the demon Lord, and Willow the author whose manuscript brought the Misty mountain library back into use. Willow is avoiding her writing , thinking that the Story Gods rejected her manuscript (they didn't, it just needs polishing), and hiding back home in the apothecary. The Demon Lord is panicking because the family of the author who created him is now looking for a new author to complete his story. They're both talking in the library when Misty herself activates some of her wild magic and sucks them both into the Demon Lord's book. The only way out seems to be to convince Willow to write the next book in The Demon Lord series, which is not the easiest prospect.
I love this series. I love the universe it's set in where there are Story Gods whose magic just creates libraries everywhere. Magic is a common occurrence in their world, that everyone reads as a hobby, and just generally the characters in these books are unique enemies and you can really feel the author's passion for their story. The Demon Lord was a standout character in the first book, being alternately acerbic and protective. I love the fact that when Willow ends up inside the story she just operates like this is not that weird and goes out to meet people and examine his world. I'm kind of eagerly awaiting the next novel.
The only thing I didn't like in this is that Willow is lacking self-confidence and that makes me a bit sad.
I love this series. I love the universe it's set in where there are Story Gods whose magic just creates libraries everywhere. Magic is a common occurrence in their world, that everyone reads as a hobby, and just generally the characters in these books are unique enemies and you can really feel the author's passion for their story. The Demon Lord was a standout character in the first book, being alternately acerbic and protective. I love the fact that when Willow ends up inside the story she just operates like this is not that weird and goes out to meet people and examine his world. I'm kind of eagerly awaiting the next novel.
The only thing I didn't like in this is that Willow is lacking self-confidence and that makes me a bit sad.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 21, 2025
I gave this book 4.5 stars for its coziness, its banter and its ease of reading!
The Demon Lord and Willow are such an unlikely pair and yet, they both need something very important from each other.
Willow, who is coming off the biggest rejection she could ever imagine, is perfectly content working in her family’s apothecary and keeping her writing to herself. Her meddling grandmother (we love a meddling grandma here) has other plans for her though when she pushes Willow to help the Demon Lord with the finale of his book.
This is the second book, but is very easily read as a standalone! I really enjoyed how everything was explained in the beginning so you didn’t feel like you were missing anything from the first book, but the author also did a good job making it intriguing enough to go back and read book one if you haven’t already. The banter is great throughout and did I mention the meddling grandmother?? Haha meddling is always done best by grandmothers. Willow was relatable in that we all deal with rejection in our own lives and Demon Lord is relatable in that of we all feel a bit incomplete at times as well. There is also some very unexpected moments that I really enjoyed reading (without giving too much away).
I received a copy of this book from BookSirens and really enjoyed reading this and am voluntarily reviewing and recommending!
The Demon Lord and Willow are such an unlikely pair and yet, they both need something very important from each other.
Willow, who is coming off the biggest rejection she could ever imagine, is perfectly content working in her family’s apothecary and keeping her writing to herself. Her meddling grandmother (we love a meddling grandma here) has other plans for her though when she pushes Willow to help the Demon Lord with the finale of his book.
This is the second book, but is very easily read as a standalone! I really enjoyed how everything was explained in the beginning so you didn’t feel like you were missing anything from the first book, but the author also did a good job making it intriguing enough to go back and read book one if you haven’t already. The banter is great throughout and did I mention the meddling grandmother?? Haha meddling is always done best by grandmothers. Willow was relatable in that we all deal with rejection in our own lives and Demon Lord is relatable in that of we all feel a bit incomplete at times as well. There is also some very unexpected moments that I really enjoyed reading (without giving too much away).
I received a copy of this book from BookSirens and really enjoyed reading this and am voluntarily reviewing and recommending!
October 20, 2025
Back into the wonderful world where Misty Mountain Library thrives!!! There’s so much magic and warmth that pours out of these books.
This time around we’re embracing a grumpy yet caring Demon Lord who craves the perfect ending to his story. After the author died, he has felt a sense of being incomplete. When it’s announced that the family of the author will be hosting a competition to pick who will write the final book of the series, he takes matters into his own hands.
Here enters Willow, an apothecary who loves dreaming up stories for the world around her. After being rejected with her first story from the Story Book Gods, she’s pretty much given up on that pathway in life. With a lot of convincing from her Gran and the Demon Lord, she decides to give writing another chance.
With so many new patrons supporting Misty, the wild magic goes slightly haywire. When the Demon Lord makes an off handed comment about how it would be easier to bring Willow into the story to see what the world is like, that’s exactly what the library does… transfer her into the book!!
This cozy tale is all about self discovery, trust and compassion. I can’t wait to see what Pierce writes next!
thank you to book sirens for providing me with this eARC!
This time around we’re embracing a grumpy yet caring Demon Lord who craves the perfect ending to his story. After the author died, he has felt a sense of being incomplete. When it’s announced that the family of the author will be hosting a competition to pick who will write the final book of the series, he takes matters into his own hands.
Here enters Willow, an apothecary who loves dreaming up stories for the world around her. After being rejected with her first story from the Story Book Gods, she’s pretty much given up on that pathway in life. With a lot of convincing from her Gran and the Demon Lord, she decides to give writing another chance.
With so many new patrons supporting Misty, the wild magic goes slightly haywire. When the Demon Lord makes an off handed comment about how it would be easier to bring Willow into the story to see what the world is like, that’s exactly what the library does… transfer her into the book!!
This cozy tale is all about self discovery, trust and compassion. I can’t wait to see what Pierce writes next!
thank you to book sirens for providing me with this eARC!
October 15, 2025
I loved this book.
The cozy fantasy vibes where perfectly mixed with deep grief and trust issues that presented in this book.
I want to be an author someday so having this FMC feel all the emotions writers and authors go through when they put their book up for critique was exactly what I needed. The FMC wasn't perfect, she was sensitive to the point it was a bit too much and she had a habit of running away out of fear of loss and these flaws spoke to me personally. I loved the honest scenes about writing and the excitement and how you can throw yourself into it so fully you forget to eat.
But also the self doubt and regret and the multiple cups of coffee or in the FMC case cocoa one goes through when stress eating.
It was funning and heartfelt but still had twists and turns to give whiplash and on the edge of your seat plot.
I am a sucker however for all the trope references and out right calling Leo a golden retriever. And the tail was the cherry on top!
Don't know what I mean? Well I suggest you read the book. You won't regret it.
The cozy fantasy vibes where perfectly mixed with deep grief and trust issues that presented in this book.
I want to be an author someday so having this FMC feel all the emotions writers and authors go through when they put their book up for critique was exactly what I needed. The FMC wasn't perfect, she was sensitive to the point it was a bit too much and she had a habit of running away out of fear of loss and these flaws spoke to me personally. I loved the honest scenes about writing and the excitement and how you can throw yourself into it so fully you forget to eat.
But also the self doubt and regret and the multiple cups of coffee or in the FMC case cocoa one goes through when stress eating.
It was funning and heartfelt but still had twists and turns to give whiplash and on the edge of your seat plot.
I am a sucker however for all the trope references and out right calling Leo a golden retriever. And the tail was the cherry on top!
Don't know what I mean? Well I suggest you read the book. You won't regret it.
December 15, 2025
I like the concept, but it felt like parts of the story were missing. I think I would’ve enjoyed this more if it was longer so things wouldn’t be so rushed.
I would’ve loved to know more about the world and actually read about the moment their story won. I was looking forward to the new note from the gods, and to read about Willow’s thoughts and feelings as they won, but instead it just immediately jumped from the festival to a month later. It also would’ve been fun to know at least one of the other alternative endings from other authors. The whole book basically builds up for this moment, just for it to not be part of the story…
I also struggled a lot with the writing and humor, especially the use of modern words/slang like ”shadow daddy”, ”cosplay”, ”sus”, ”himbo”, ”love triangle time”. The book gave me typical medieval-ish fantasy vibes, and those words ruined it for me, but that’s just a me thing.
It was still cute, it just really didn’t work for me
I would’ve loved to know more about the world and actually read about the moment their story won. I was looking forward to the new note from the gods, and to read about Willow’s thoughts and feelings as they won, but instead it just immediately jumped from the festival to a month later. It also would’ve been fun to know at least one of the other alternative endings from other authors. The whole book basically builds up for this moment, just for it to not be part of the story…
I also struggled a lot with the writing and humor, especially the use of modern words/slang like ”shadow daddy”, ”cosplay”, ”sus”, ”himbo”, ”love triangle time”. The book gave me typical medieval-ish fantasy vibes, and those words ruined it for me, but that’s just a me thing.
It was still cute, it just really didn’t work for me
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 15, 2026
Maybe a little more 2.5.
I thought I would like this one the same or more than the original, because I love me a good Shadow Daddy. But there was something just a bit off about this book.
I think my biggest issue, actually, was Willow. She just got on my nerves so bad. As an artist, I kind of understand how hard it can be to be critiqued, but she takes every even minor, constructive criticism so badly and not only wants to give up, but literally runs away from people because they dared to give her to objective - constructive - criticism that she asked for. And she does it several times.
Like, I get it. I get the insecurity of putting your art out there. I really do. But she just came across as less insecure and more petulant and childish.
I did like the growth of the Dark Lord and meeting other characters from his book. But I missed the other characters from the library a little, too - especially Mochi!
All-in-all, it was still cute and I would recommend the series for some light, fluffy reading, but with some caveats.
I thought I would like this one the same or more than the original, because I love me a good Shadow Daddy. But there was something just a bit off about this book.
I think my biggest issue, actually, was Willow. She just got on my nerves so bad. As an artist, I kind of understand how hard it can be to be critiqued, but she takes every even minor, constructive criticism so badly and not only wants to give up, but literally runs away from people because they dared to give her to objective - constructive - criticism that she asked for. And she does it several times.
Like, I get it. I get the insecurity of putting your art out there. I really do. But she just came across as less insecure and more petulant and childish.
I did like the growth of the Dark Lord and meeting other characters from his book. But I missed the other characters from the library a little, too - especially Mochi!
All-in-all, it was still cute and I would recommend the series for some light, fluffy reading, but with some caveats.
October 1, 2025
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Thanks Booksirens for this delightful book.
I love books about books, writers, libraries, and their characters!
Even though this is the second book in the series, nothing was lost, and I'm still going to read the first one. It's the kind of story that won't get lost by being read out of order!
Just as the title suggests, this is a cozy story worth every second of reading, whether for the events, the romance that unfolds within the pages, or the friendships that blossom between the characters, which you wish were yours too.
The characters are the ones you'd love to meet in real life and spend time with, get to know them better, go for pie, and have a late night at the coffee shop.
I'll be keeping up with the author's new releases and reading the books already published!
I love books about books, writers, libraries, and their characters!
Even though this is the second book in the series, nothing was lost, and I'm still going to read the first one. It's the kind of story that won't get lost by being read out of order!
Just as the title suggests, this is a cozy story worth every second of reading, whether for the events, the romance that unfolds within the pages, or the friendships that blossom between the characters, which you wish were yours too.
The characters are the ones you'd love to meet in real life and spend time with, get to know them better, go for pie, and have a late night at the coffee shop.
I'll be keeping up with the author's new releases and reading the books already published!
October 11, 2025
Like Legends and Librarians, the first book in the series, “Myths and Manuscripts” is a low-stakes, sweet and cozy type of book that promises charming monsters and whimsical magic. The characters are cheerful and quirky, each with their own sparkling personality. The prose is somewhat simple, written in a young-adult style and reads fast. This type of books is not pretentious and might not be for everyone, but if you’re looking to romanticize your daily life, especially when the first chilly autumn days set in, you’re in for a treat.
Thank you to the author and BookSirens for the ARC copy of this book. My review is based solely on my honest opinion, and is written with the utmost respect.
Thank you to the author and BookSirens for the ARC copy of this book. My review is based solely on my honest opinion, and is written with the utmost respect.
October 14, 2025
This book was one of the coziest and most heartwarming books I’ve had the pleasure to read. I wanna start with the statement that I love mossmews and I need 50
Getting to see Willow and the after affects of giving her book to the story gods was a journey, it touches on grief and how it can color your view on the world, and on healing and reconnecting with the things you love.
I loved the demon lord in the first book, with his "i'm this way cuz I'm the villan" attitude, but to get to know him on a deeper level, and about his story and his characters background was incredible.
This story is as fantastic as the first book but also holds its own. I can't wait to read more from this author.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Getting to see Willow and the after affects of giving her book to the story gods was a journey, it touches on grief and how it can color your view on the world, and on healing and reconnecting with the things you love.
I loved the demon lord in the first book, with his "i'm this way cuz I'm the villan" attitude, but to get to know him on a deeper level, and about his story and his characters background was incredible.
This story is as fantastic as the first book but also holds its own. I can't wait to read more from this author.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 23, 2025
I adored Legends and Liberians, and am thrilled to announce there is another great read with Book 2 Myths and Manuscripts.
This completely swept me away! It’s THE perfect cozy fantasy to keep you company on cold nights. It's full of rich mythology, slow-burn romance, and dark academia charm. Pandora Pierce's writing is gorgeous, the characters unforgettable, and the magic feels like curling up with a warm drink and getting lost in another world. A five-star read that lingers long after the last page. Keep writing and I'll keep reading! But seriously, you don't want to miss out on the Misty Mountain Library and the stories within it's shelves. "At the Misty Mountain Library, some books don’t just tell stories—they let you step inside."
This completely swept me away! It’s THE perfect cozy fantasy to keep you company on cold nights. It's full of rich mythology, slow-burn romance, and dark academia charm. Pandora Pierce's writing is gorgeous, the characters unforgettable, and the magic feels like curling up with a warm drink and getting lost in another world. A five-star read that lingers long after the last page. Keep writing and I'll keep reading! But seriously, you don't want to miss out on the Misty Mountain Library and the stories within it's shelves. "At the Misty Mountain Library, some books don’t just tell stories—they let you step inside."
October 10, 2025
When Willow submitted her manuscript to the story gods, she got back a note, "The story speaks, but the heart is silent". Seeing this as a complete rejection, she decides to give up on writing. At least until the Demon Lord asks her to complete his series.
Pandora Pierce weaves the emotions of being a writer into a cozy tale as she explores both the Demon Lord and Willow, allowing us, the readers, to learn more about two characters we first met in Legends and Librarians. Their stories tug at the heartstrings, proving that Pandora understands what makes a good book and that her heart is not silent.
Pandora Pierce weaves the emotions of being a writer into a cozy tale as she explores both the Demon Lord and Willow, allowing us, the readers, to learn more about two characters we first met in Legends and Librarians. Their stories tug at the heartstrings, proving that Pandora understands what makes a good book and that her heart is not silent.
October 11, 2025
I received an advanced reader copy of this book and am reviewing it voluntarily
Well wow!!
Incredible writing incredible story telling and incredible journey
I was so into this story felt like I was “ in the book”
I loved the relationship between Demon and Willow and her grandmother was adorable
Love the idea of a magical library where characters come out of the books how much fun or trouble would that cause
Interesting twist to the story things are not always what they “appeared “ to be
As for that bakery my mouth was watering at the thought of their delicious pies mmm
I think I could live quite happily inside this book
Thank you 🥰
Well wow!!
Incredible writing incredible story telling and incredible journey
I was so into this story felt like I was “ in the book”
I loved the relationship between Demon and Willow and her grandmother was adorable
Love the idea of a magical library where characters come out of the books how much fun or trouble would that cause
Interesting twist to the story things are not always what they “appeared “ to be
As for that bakery my mouth was watering at the thought of their delicious pies mmm
I think I could live quite happily inside this book
Thank you 🥰
October 17, 2025
I looooved this!
I just want to curl up in a corner of the Misty Mountain Library and disappear into this book.
So incredibly cosy and low stakes, and definitely has heart.
Pandora Pierce has brought a storybook shadow Demon Lord to life, and he is receiving fanfiction!
I loved that inside the book there was sections of the castle unfinished as the original author did not flesh out more than a few rooms, but there was also a thriving community for the living beings.
In the library I adored the little dragons and knights.
I need to get my greedy little hands on book one to see how the magic all started!
(ARC provided by BookSirens)
I just want to curl up in a corner of the Misty Mountain Library and disappear into this book.
So incredibly cosy and low stakes, and definitely has heart.
Pandora Pierce has brought a storybook shadow Demon Lord to life, and he is receiving fanfiction!
I loved that inside the book there was sections of the castle unfinished as the original author did not flesh out more than a few rooms, but there was also a thriving community for the living beings.
In the library I adored the little dragons and knights.
I need to get my greedy little hands on book one to see how the magic all started!
(ARC provided by BookSirens)
October 20, 2025
This book was the perfect cozy read for a fall day, add a warm blanket and tea or a hot chocolate, this book is nice, in the best way the word could be used.
Willow and the Demon Lord's story was cute and charming. bringing these two together for this common goal was genius. How they both come out of their shells together.
Now, this world, where libraries are sentient and characters climb out of books, that would be a world where I would love to live and it speaks to my imagination, I love this world and I can't wait for whatever else I'll discover in this world.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Willow and the Demon Lord's story was cute and charming. bringing these two together for this common goal was genius. How they both come out of their shells together.
Now, this world, where libraries are sentient and characters climb out of books, that would be a world where I would love to live and it speaks to my imagination, I love this world and I can't wait for whatever else I'll discover in this world.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 29, 2025
I got an advanced reader copy of this book and loved it. It had the right balance of cozy and plot-driven, with plenty happening but all the "feels." I skipped the first book in the series but had zero issues jumping into this blind (though now I want to go back and read the first so I can enjoy it too). I liked Willow and Thorne, and I was delightfully surprised by the bookish adventure they went on when they entered a story world. I liked that neither MC had to give up who they were to make the other happy, or abandon one of their dreams for another (like Willow balancing her love of her family's legacy and her prospective career). Will read Book 3.
September 24, 2025
Book 2 of Legends and Librarians Series. This is Willow and the character Demon Lord, Thorne’s story. I loved this. Going into one of your favorite book series would be a dream. This focuses on not giving up, the struggles of being an author, rejection, and finding your inner strength, even when you might fail. I loved their love story, the demon village, the real truth behind the story, the bodyguard Dain, the animals, and the strength they found together. I highly recommend this book!.
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