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A review by imme_van_gorp
Spring Strings by Lily Morton
3.5
➛First read: February 2022 | ★5.0 stars
➛Second read: September 2023 | ★3.5 stars
Edit after my re-read:
While I still thought this book was rather lovely, I can’t describe it as anything close to resembling perfection. It’s simply too rushed and doesn’t have nearly enough depth to claim that title.
I was also more annoyed with the third-act break up this time around, since it made me feel like Cadan didn’t appreciate Malachi enough. This made me a little sad considering Malachi was genuinely amazing and truly deserved all the love in the world.
Original Review:
This was fun, heart-warming, romantic, and absolutely hilarious. It enthralled me completely and never felt even remotely boring.
I was entirely in love with the two main characters, Malachi and Cadan. They are both incredibly likeable, and have very distinct personalities.
They also match really well and have amazing chemistry together. Their interactions either cracked me up or made me swoon. It was always a win-win situation. I couldn't get enough of them.
The love they had for each other also felt incredibly genuine. Their relationship was definitely slow-burn, and it was done amazingly. We really get to see them grow towards each other from a distinct dislike to a sense of appreciation to a comforting friendship to a heart-stopping romance.
The best part about that is that the growth in their relationship never comes out of nowhere. It makes perfect sense that they eventually fall for each other, as they are truly on the same wave-length: intellectually, emotionally and humorously.
Their banter was amazing and their love was pure. I laughed out loud plenty of times, while also adoring their sweet moments.
The plotline of this short novel was really quite fun.
Nothing showstopping happens, but I really liked the idea of a snarky model meeting a grumpy farmer, not quite getting off on the right foot until said model gets sick and said farmer has to take care of him. It also doesn't hurt that this dynamic was executed flawlessly.
The farm was described in such a warm way that I could understand Malachi falling in love with it, and it truly began to feel like home to both of them. I just loved all the little things they did together, not only on the farm but also in the house. They honestly felt like a real couple and true partners, living together in harmony.
There was also just the right amount of drama and angst here. There is definitely one moment when everything seems to have gone haywire, but it's done quite tastefully, and the eventual 'getting back together' was very cute and warmed my heart by more than a few degrees.
Long story short, this book is well-written and full of sarcastic/dry humour, while also serving all the sweetness and romance. It's perfect.
➛Second read: September 2023 | ★3.5 stars
Edit after my re-read:
While I still thought this book was rather lovely, I can’t describe it as anything close to resembling perfection. It’s simply too rushed and doesn’t have nearly enough depth to claim that title.
I was also more annoyed with the third-act break up this time around, since it made me feel like Cadan didn’t appreciate Malachi enough. This made me a little sad considering Malachi was genuinely amazing and truly deserved all the love in the world.
Original Review:
This was fun, heart-warming, romantic, and absolutely hilarious. It enthralled me completely and never felt even remotely boring.
I was entirely in love with the two main characters, Malachi and Cadan. They are both incredibly likeable, and have very distinct personalities.
They also match really well and have amazing chemistry together. Their interactions either cracked me up or made me swoon. It was always a win-win situation. I couldn't get enough of them.
The love they had for each other also felt incredibly genuine. Their relationship was definitely slow-burn, and it was done amazingly. We really get to see them grow towards each other from a distinct dislike to a sense of appreciation to a comforting friendship to a heart-stopping romance.
The best part about that is that the growth in their relationship never comes out of nowhere. It makes perfect sense that they eventually fall for each other, as they are truly on the same wave-length: intellectually, emotionally and humorously.
Their banter was amazing and their love was pure. I laughed out loud plenty of times, while also adoring their sweet moments.
The plotline of this short novel was really quite fun.
Nothing showstopping happens, but I really liked the idea of a snarky model meeting a grumpy farmer, not quite getting off on the right foot until said model gets sick and said farmer has to take care of him. It also doesn't hurt that this dynamic was executed flawlessly.
The farm was described in such a warm way that I could understand Malachi falling in love with it, and it truly began to feel like home to both of them. I just loved all the little things they did together, not only on the farm but also in the house. They honestly felt like a real couple and true partners, living together in harmony.
There was also just the right amount of drama and angst here. There is definitely one moment when everything seems to have gone haywire, but it's done quite tastefully, and the eventual 'getting back together' was very cute and warmed my heart by more than a few degrees.
Long story short, this book is well-written and full of sarcastic/dry humour, while also serving all the sweetness and romance. It's perfect.