A Matter of Execution by Nicholas and Olivia Atwater was one fantastic read!

If you want some swashbuckling fantasy, that's full of charm, adventure, a diverse cast, fun and plenty of banter, this is plain gold.

I adored the main character, who is a pirate captain who really cares for his crew. Oh and he's a goblin...

There's a very strong found family in here. A teenage girl who loves books and stealing things, a disabled crew mate, so it's just normal that everyone has learned sign language, a big man who would rather use his giant hands to heal than harm, a former lady of high standing, and others, who just trust each other unconditionally.

I loved how the tropes were often intentionally turned upside down, which made it both familiar and unique.

This gem of a novella is somewhere between cosy and adventurous, and was just pure joy to read from the first to the last page!