A solid short novel about a T Kingfisher style heroine: uncertain, doesn't want to be a hero but does the right thing anyway when it matters. Mona is a Wizard of Bread, which ends up getting used in many creative ways, including a sourdough starter familiar and gingerbread person familiar.

Aside from the lively plot, I enjoyed the commentary on heroes & the necessity of heroics, and the quiet moments with her uncle, Molly & the general.