Last time i counted this was the 11th book in The Book of Deacon series, cronologoically speaking; but, that’s at the time of writing this, Joseph may have thrown one or two more books into the mix since then.
Anyway, a really good novella telling us what Mott got up to after The D’Karon Apprentice, and best read as soon as you’ve finished that and before you read The Crescents.
One thing Joseph really excels at is writing cute, little creature characters into his stories, and even the most motley, messed up, creatures — like Mott — should be able to get a Lallo makeover once in a while. Not that Mott will ever be as cute as Squee, but just don’t go judging a monster by its…
…well, whatever it is one judges monsters by these days: every freaky, patchwork monster deserves a second chance.
Enjoy! 
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