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wilybooklover's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
2.0
On paper, this book should’ve been everything that I love, but sadly didn’t really work for me.
Firstly, it didn’t really feel all that Christmassy to me. The book ended in early December! The premise was ridiculous (what sane adult buys a Christmas tree farm when they don’t do any research or have a clue how to run a Christmas tree farm??), the writing was clunky and meandering, the characters frequently behaved goofily — and not in a fun way. Some of their behaviour felt forced and out of character in order to serve the plot. I felt like I needed more from the hero, especially since this is single POV until the very last chapter. And why was everybody huffing and shuffling? These words were used so repetitively that it was annoyingly conspicuous.
Also, writing a cop (who is meant to be a positive, father-like character) threatening the hero with a gun as though it's cute and endearingly protective is... a Choice.
Firstly, it didn’t really feel all that Christmassy to me. The book ended in early December! The premise was ridiculous (what sane adult buys a Christmas tree farm when they don’t do any research or have a clue how to run a Christmas tree farm??), the writing was clunky and meandering, the characters frequently behaved goofily — and not in a fun way. Some of their behaviour felt forced and out of character in order to serve the plot. I felt like I needed more from the hero, especially since this is single POV until the very last chapter. And why was everybody huffing and shuffling? These words were used so repetitively that it was annoyingly conspicuous.
Also, writing a cop (who is meant to be a positive, father-like character) threatening the hero with a gun as though it's cute and endearingly protective is... a Choice.
On the plus side, the vibes were quite cosy (but also quite sad at times?) and the UST was excellently portrayed in the first half. That was my favourite part.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death of parent, and Grief
Moderate: Abandonment and Death
Minor: Infidelity, Terminal illness, Violence, Cancer, Alcoholism, Classism, Gun violence, and Police brutality
emilywemily6's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I adored this book. The holiday vibes and the setting were immaculate! And I love all these characters. The only things that really irked me was how obtuse Stella was about Luka. She was so stubborn at being blind to his feelings and also not acknowledging her own, so that was frustrating to read. I could suspend my disbelief that Stella kept her pining to herself for 10 years, but once their feelings were obvious I just got annoyed with her. And occasionally the spicy scenes were a bit vague on positioning so it was hard to follow what was actually happening logistically lol. But everything else about this book was perfect and I am so excited to read more from this author!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Sexual content, and Cursing
Moderate: Alcohol, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Grief
Minor: Medical content, Classism, and Gaslighting
sdupont's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
How have I taken this long to read this book?! This one may be my new favorite friends to lovers book! Lovelight Farms is the perfect cozy Christmas read. You will be swooning along with the characters. Luka is a babe and a half, so sweet supportive and caring. Stella is very relatable. These two had such a deep and meaningful friendship, it was really beautiful seeing it evolve into a romantic relationship. Also, shout out to the side characters because they were equally as fun and enjoyable. I recommend this book for anyone looking for a romance that will give you all the warm fuzzies (with a smattering of spicy moments). This one is a must read this Christmas season!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Abandonment, and Grief
Minor: Alcohol
takarakei's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The most adorable holiday romance! Set on a Christmas Tree farm. Best friends to lovers. Fake dating (but between the best friends so it didn't feel like fake dating really). I am excited this is a series with some of the side characters cause I can't wait to read their stories.
The bonus chapters/epilogues are a must 🥵
🌶️3.5/5
The bonus chapters/epilogues are a must 🥵
🌶️3.5/5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Cancer
chronicacademia's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Death, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Cursing
Minor: Police brutality, Ableism, and Gun violence
annahamburger's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Grief, and Abandonment
Moderate: Death of parent, Stalking, Alcoholism, Alcohol, and Infidelity
Minor: Cursing, Violence, and Xenophobia
melist6's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Abandonment
kylieqrada's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I love a Christmas romance, and this one was super cute. I felt like Stella was a little too stupid for words about Luka at points, but it ended up making sense at the end. Can't wait to read the rest!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Sexual content, and Grief
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Alcohol and Cancer
kaitrates's review against another edition
I swear this book was written to my personal distaste.
👎🏻Surprise alcoholic dad. (NOPE)
👎🏻A heroine who’s too stupid to live.
👎🏻She’s also lying to her employees and jeopardizing their livelihood.
👎🏻And she refuses to as for help.
👎🏻The most obvious friends who actually love each other *like that.*
I was bored outta my mind. Every other note was a 🙄 or a 🤢 and by the quarter mark i was done.
I did go and skim the last chapter and like fine it was cute enough. Love a good POV switch. I tried to read *just* the smut for funnies but was so disinterested in the characters and their journey that i couldn’t bring myself to.
I’d consider trying this author again but I’m not sure she’s for me.
👎🏻Surprise alcoholic dad. (NOPE)
👎🏻A heroine who’s too stupid to live.
👎🏻She’s also lying to her employees and jeopardizing their livelihood.
👎🏻And she refuses to as for help.
👎🏻The most obvious friends who actually love each other *like that.*
I was bored outta my mind. Every other note was a 🙄 or a 🤢 and by the quarter mark i was done.
I did go and skim the last chapter and like fine it was cute enough. Love a good POV switch. I tried to read *just* the smut for funnies but was so disinterested in the characters and their journey that i couldn’t bring myself to.
I’d consider trying this author again but I’m not sure she’s for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment and Alcoholism
kyleethecatlady's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
❤️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Abandonment