Winterfrost Market (Tales of Midwinter Haven #1)

MikoOctober 2026

★★☆☆☆

❄️☕ 𝓦𝓮𝓵𝓬𝓸𝓶𝓮 𝓽𝓸 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓦𝓲𝓷𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓯𝓻𝓸𝓼𝓽 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓴𝓮𝓽! ❄️☕ <i>Winterfrost Market promises an enchanting adventure. Elsie spends her days working tirelessly at her family’s traveling tea house, a staple of the renowned Midwinter Market. But when her mother vanishes on a trip to Midwinter Haven, a northern realm filled with elves, witches, and fae, Elsie has no choice but to embark on a journey of her own. Determined to bring her mother home, she enlists the help of Kit, an intriguing tracker with secrets of his own. As they travel north, Elsie is swept into a world she never imagined, filled with wonders and dangers alike. But with fae known for their cunning, she must decide whether Kit is a trustworthy ally or a trickster with hidden motives. The road ahead holds more than just answers-it holds the risk of losing her heart.</i> Winterfrost Market had all the makings of a cozy, whimsical read, warm winter vibes, a magical traveling tea shop, and a wholesome dog named Pepper. While I loved the concept, I found myself wishing for more depth in both the world-building and character development. The traveling tea shop was one of the most intriguing aspects, but rather than delving into its lore, the story primarily focused on the main characters, Elsie and Kit, as they journeyed to the kingdom to rescue Elsie’s mother. While the plot was fast paced, which helped keep the momentum going, I felt like it ultimately worked against the story, leaving little room for deeper world building or character exploration. Elsie and Kit didn’t fully capture my interest, as I found them somewhat bland, which made it harder to feel truly invested in their journey. Anders, on the other hand, seemed like a more interesting character, but his role was too brief for me to determine if I would have enjoyed reading more about him. Another aspect that held me back from fully enjoying Winterfrost Market was the writing itself, it often felt awkward and repetitive, which took me out of the story at times. Overall, while I loved the cozy atmosphere and the idea of a traveling tea shop, I wanted more from this book, more world building, more character depth, and more time spent immersing myself in the magic of the setting. If you’re looking for a light and fast paced fantasy with wintry charm, this might still be worth a read, but it didn’t quite meet my expectations. 📅 Winterfrost Market was released on October 24, 2024. Special thanks to NetGalley, Jenny Sandiford, and Velikor Publishing for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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