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anracli's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Very low stakes and somewhat repetitive. The events of the book take place over a short period of time and the FMC's magic parallels with mental illness so it's understandable to a degree.
The FMC is immature, the MMC is paperthin, the FMC hardly views the MMC as a whole person (expecting him to still be the same as he was as a child), and the most interesting part of the story,the FMC's confrontation with her mother , is not resolved in this book. Neither, really, is how the general population reacts to FMC; by the end of the book her bad reputation for having unruly magic just seems to disappear. A plot hook regarding the council is also introduced but not explored.
Did enjoy the casual existence of queer characters without comment save one scene where an apprentice says they appreciate their teacher having a shared identity.
Good for young readers who might be looking for a relatively easy introduction to media dealing with parental trauma and mental illness. Also good for those looking for a low stakes read with a happy ending, who are okay with several plot lines being left unresolved.
The FMC is immature, the MMC is paperthin, the FMC hardly views the MMC as a whole person (expecting him to still be the same as he was as a child), and the most interesting part of the story,
Did enjoy the casual existence of queer characters without comment save one scene where an apprentice says they appreciate their teacher having a shared identity.
Good for young readers who might be looking for a relatively easy introduction to media dealing with parental trauma and mental illness. Also good for those looking for a low stakes read with a happy ending, who are okay with several plot lines being left unresolved.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Mental illness, Body horror, and Bullying
aklovekorn's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness and Body horror
indigodrag0n's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
cboschie's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Nice enough read - good if you’re looking for an easy, cottagey read with mental health themes. Would’ve loved some more worldbuilding and a wider scope, and the romance felt rushed at times.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
avacadosocks's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, and Addiction
Moderate: Mental illness and Body horror
ribbonquest's review
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
The language of flowers and plants and their practical uses are a huge part of Flowerheart's magic. Clara's magic produces flowers based on her emotions. Potion ingredients are chosen based on their meanings and actual effect (ex: garlic could be for digestive health but also good fortune.) The plant meanings are woven throughout the story and really interesting if you're into plant magic.
Flowerheart gets the "cozy fantasy" label from some readers, but I don't entirely agree. Much of the story is magical metaphors for mental health struggles. Clara's magic sometimes speaks to her as negative self talk. Most of the supporting cast have hidden motivations, so it's hard to tell who to trust. It can be very stressful.
Content warning: Plant-based body horror
Flowerheart gets the "cozy fantasy" label from some readers, but I don't entirely agree. Much of the story is magical metaphors for mental health struggles. Clara's magic sometimes speaks to her as negative self talk. Most of the supporting cast have hidden motivations, so it's hard to tell who to trust. It can be very stressful.
Content warning: Plant-based body horror
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Mental illness, and Classism
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Classism, and Confinement
bee_ayy's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Very ~flowery~ writing. Quite literally. The use of flowers/nature as a running theme throughout the story was nice. I'm always a fan when books do that. Though the writing was noticeably repetitive as well.
Felt like a lot of loose threads were still left hanging by the end. And this book didn't feel like it lived up to it's own premise, but perfectly inoffensive nonetheless.
Felt like a lot of loose threads were still left hanging by the end. And this book didn't feel like it lived up to it's own premise, but perfectly inoffensive nonetheless.
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness
yessicookie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
An interesting depiction of mental health in a world of magic, it was very exciting and intense in some parts! Other parts were a bit slower. I am curious about this fantasy world, i do hope to see a sequel.
I will issue a content/trigger warning for those with a fear of plants growing under their skin that is a recurring theme throughout the entire book.
I will issue a content/trigger warning for those with a fear of plants growing under their skin that is a recurring theme throughout the entire book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Mental illness, and Drug abuse
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Body horror
Minor: Emotional abuse and Child abuse
asahome's review against another edition
3.75
TL;DR: A young woman must put aside her personal feelings in order to learn to control her magic. A new teacher helps her learn that Elsa (from Frozen) has a better way of dealing with her emotions.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Medical content, Ableism, Mental illness, and Addiction
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Bullying, Death of parent, and Vomit
Minor: Sexual content
Ableism:aiplusyou's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
maybe if i keep reading bangers this year it'll make my stats look less awful. anyway, this was super cute? i'm obsessed with the way magic works in this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness