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blackie73 's review for:
The Alchemy of Flowers: A Novel
by Laura Resau
ARC from NetGalley
Thank you to the author and publisher.
Publish Date: Jul 29 2025
Rating: 2.5/5
Initial thoughts:
Initially, I thought this was going to be a fantasy novel. I don't see it as such. Are the flowers magical, or is it just Eloise's internal dialogue?
Plot:
Eloise is an American gardener who is looking for a fresh start. Her struggles with building a family with her ex and health issues have left her a broken woman. So when a job ad catches her eye, with the promise of paradise in France, she jumps on it. Although there are odd rules to follow at the estate, she fits in instantly with her co-workers and the gardens, especially connecting with Raphaël.
Soon Eloise experiences sightings of mystical creatures and they notice her as well.
Praise:
- Deals with difficult subjects well
- “Wood sprite” character is cute
Critiques:
- One dimensional characters
- Superficial relationships
- Mostly predictable
- Knowledge on wounds and how they effect the body was needed
Fav Quote:
There was nothing I found that struck me.
Thank you to the author and publisher.
Publish Date: Jul 29 2025
Rating: 2.5/5
Initial thoughts:
Initially, I thought this was going to be a fantasy novel. I don't see it as such. Are the flowers magical, or is it just Eloise's internal dialogue?
Plot:
Eloise is an American gardener who is looking for a fresh start. Her struggles with building a family with her ex and health issues have left her a broken woman. So when a job ad catches her eye, with the promise of paradise in France, she jumps on it. Although there are odd rules to follow at the estate, she fits in instantly with her co-workers and the gardens, especially connecting with Raphaël.
Soon Eloise experiences sightings of mystical creatures and they notice her as well.
Praise:
- Deals with difficult subjects well
- “Wood sprite” character is cute
Critiques:
- One dimensional characters
- Superficial relationships
- Mostly predictable
- Knowledge on wounds and how they effect the body was needed
Fav Quote:
There was nothing I found that struck me.