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baguettegay's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Toxic friendship
tofugal's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
I was immediately drawn to the clever title and gorgeous cover. I’m a big fan of Jenifer Prince’s artwork, so well done whoever hired her.
As far as the book itself goes, the initial premise required a little suspension of disbelief (who buys property without seeing it first?). But once I got past that I absolutely loved this sweet and slightly spicy romance. Grumpy sunshine pairings are my favorite, and Pepper and Opal balanced each other out so well. I was immediately smitten with them both. They had great chemistry together and both felt very authentic and nuanced. The autism and (probable) ADHD rep were outstanding too. Plus, the flower farm was such a lovely backdrop for falling in love.
Overall an absolutely lovely, swoony sapphic romance (with a brilliant nod to Sappho herself, I might add).
This was my first Mazey Eddings book, but if she writes anything else sapphic you can count on me to be first in line to read it!
I received an advanced copy from the publisher and am voluntarily leaving this review.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse
jessicastephenson's review against another edition
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
5.0
This book has the absolute best premise - what's better than a sapphic romance set on a flower farm? I also loved that both the main characters were neurodivergent and that it was clearly stated that they were; there was no guessing or hey maybe they are neurodivergent. I hate when authors side step around declaring a character is neurodivergent and just says they are "quirky" or "different" so this was a nice change.
I feel like Opal and Pepper clicked so well together as a couple, and there was a good balance of spice and sweet. I can relate a ton to both characters being neurodivergent myself, but also I could really understand Pepper's journey through grief as I am experiencing the same thing. Also, what is more relatable than Opal's chaotic hair journey?
The cover was also a 10/10 for me, it's so beautiful! And the author's note at the end really made me love Mazey Eddings (the endless list of flower puns for the title made me giggle) so I'm intrigued to read the author's other books.
I feel like Opal and Pepper clicked so well together as a couple, and there was a good balance of spice and sweet. I can relate a ton to both characters being neurodivergent myself, but also I could really understand Pepper's journey through grief as I am experiencing the same thing. Also, what is more relatable than Opal's chaotic hair journey?
The cover was also a 10/10 for me, it's so beautiful! And the author's note at the end really made me love Mazey Eddings (the endless list of flower puns for the title made me giggle) so I'm intrigued to read the author's other books.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Death
Minor: Alcohol
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