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A Delilah Green Cozy Mystery #1
Orchid Obsession
“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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ORCHID A DELILAH GREEN COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #1) is the first book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews!
Delilah Green, “the rare plant lady,” is sought by clients worldwide, and travels to exotic locations as she specializes in the rarest of flora.
But when Delilah embarks on an expedition to Madagascar to authenticate a storied orchid, she doesn't anticipate finding herself rooted in a murder investigation.
As suspicion blooms among the wealthy guests, Delilah's rarefied knowledge becomes her tool—and potentially her trap—in identifying a murderer hidden in plain sight—all while cultivating a new romance with an intriguing herbalist.
Immerse yourself in the delightful Delilah Green series, a cozy mystery brimming with wit and whimsy that whisks you away to exotic locations. With its blend of humor, heart, and unexpected developments, this series is sure to keep you engrossed into the late hours of the night as you fall in love with a new and enchanting protagonist poised to steal your heart.
Future books in the series are also available!
"Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!"
--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever)
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“A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)
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--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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ORCHID A DELILAH GREEN COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #1) is the first book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews!
Delilah Green, “the rare plant lady,” is sought by clients worldwide, and travels to exotic locations as she specializes in the rarest of flora.
But when Delilah embarks on an expedition to Madagascar to authenticate a storied orchid, she doesn't anticipate finding herself rooted in a murder investigation.
As suspicion blooms among the wealthy guests, Delilah's rarefied knowledge becomes her tool—and potentially her trap—in identifying a murderer hidden in plain sight—all while cultivating a new romance with an intriguing herbalist.
Immerse yourself in the delightful Delilah Green series, a cozy mystery brimming with wit and whimsy that whisks you away to exotic locations. With its blend of humor, heart, and unexpected developments, this series is sure to keep you engrossed into the late hours of the night as you fall in love with a new and enchanting protagonist poised to steal your heart.
Future books in the series are also available!
"Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!"
--Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!”
--Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)
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Published September 24, 2024
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March 11, 2025
Got to page 77 before I gave up. Every sentence read as a trip through a thesaurus.
Some rough notes I made whilst reading it:
- writing is like a gcse language piece, trying to fit as many similies and unnecessary descriptions in as possible.
- holes in logic, especially in conversations. When she gets the first phonecall she says "the ebony orchid out loud" and then mouths it to her sister like 10 seconds later who seems surprised but shed already said it out loud!! Said she cant tell aidan what she's travelling to Madagascar to authenticate and then says "imagine the ebony orchid amongst all this" and then he goes "that's not the only thing we'll uncover".
Some rough notes I made whilst reading it:
- writing is like a gcse language piece, trying to fit as many similies and unnecessary descriptions in as possible.
- holes in logic, especially in conversations. When she gets the first phonecall she says "the ebony orchid out loud" and then mouths it to her sister like 10 seconds later who seems surprised but shed already said it out loud!! Said she cant tell aidan what she's travelling to Madagascar to authenticate and then says "imagine the ebony orchid amongst all this" and then he goes "that's not the only thing we'll uncover".
October 28, 2024
A little cheezy, but thats the whole point of cozy mysteries :)
November 23, 2024
The AI narration was really bad. Started off mediocre and became worse as the story went on.
March 14, 2025
No more adjectives!!!
Way too much flowery language. Spent too many sentences in descriptions where a few words would do. Sloppy proofreading. Will not read anymore of the series.
Way too much flowery language. Spent too many sentences in descriptions where a few words would do. Sloppy proofreading. Will not read anymore of the series.
December 7, 2024
Invited to Madagascar to authenticate a rare orchid, Delilah Green becomes entangled in a mystery when her host is murdered.
If there were one word to describe this book, it would be "overwritten." Description is a wonderful tool until it's overused, turning a book into a container of filler rather than a story. The liberal use of similies and metaphors slowed the pacing to a crawl and sent my eyes rolling skyward at the multitude of gardening/botanical puns. And why, oh why, was the heroine constantly referred to as "the rare plant lady?" Wouldn't botanical expert or horticulturalist have been a better (more elevated) term?
The setting intrigued me, Madagascar, where few cosies play out. Alas, limited use was made of this exotic locale. Worse still, it seemed inauthentic. In this former French colony, English is not widely spoken, yet the heroine chatted up a storm (in American) with the local population. Additionally, there was no mention of jet lag (from a fifteen-plus hour flight to a time zone eight hours in advance of the heroine's home setting) nor of the difference in climate.
It took a lot to get through this story. A keen interest in plants is essential. While I couldn't get past the discrepancies, there's still a decent piece here. 2.5 stars.
If there were one word to describe this book, it would be "overwritten." Description is a wonderful tool until it's overused, turning a book into a container of filler rather than a story. The liberal use of similies and metaphors slowed the pacing to a crawl and sent my eyes rolling skyward at the multitude of gardening/botanical puns. And why, oh why, was the heroine constantly referred to as "the rare plant lady?" Wouldn't botanical expert or horticulturalist have been a better (more elevated) term?
The setting intrigued me, Madagascar, where few cosies play out. Alas, limited use was made of this exotic locale. Worse still, it seemed inauthentic. In this former French colony, English is not widely spoken, yet the heroine chatted up a storm (in American) with the local population. Additionally, there was no mention of jet lag (from a fifteen-plus hour flight to a time zone eight hours in advance of the heroine's home setting) nor of the difference in climate.
It took a lot to get through this story. A keen interest in plants is essential. While I couldn't get past the discrepancies, there's still a decent piece here. 2.5 stars.
March 7, 2025
This is a lovely story of murder and romance in Madagascar and it is all about Delilah Greene, the rare plant lady as she is sought after by clients worldwide, and travels to exotic locations to decode the rarest of flora.
Delilah is a seeker of mysteries; solving botanical puzzles unlike any other—for her these adventures are not just for gardening—they are a grand, green adventure.
Our heroine is the owner of Verdant Curiosities—specializing in rare tropical plants- and one day she is phoned by an assistant who requests on behalf of his boss that she travels to Madagascar to verify-authenticate this rare botanical orchid that his master has come into possession.
Delilah is known for her reputation as the ‘rare plant lady’ and his boss wants none other than Delilah to authenticate this rare orchid.
This caller intrigued her, and so she accepted their summons to travel to this exotic jungle for Delilah is a woman rooted in the Earth’s ancient wonders and always wanting to reach discoveries.
Upon arriving at the estates where she will be residing, Delilah is at awe with childlike wonder at the lush tapestry of greenery that seemed to stretch endlessly before her. Topiaries carved into whimsical shapes stood like silent sentinels, guarding secrets hidden within their leafy domains. Delilah is seduced—intoxicated by this botanical paradise with intoxicating scent from the many exotic blooms on the property.
When she is shown this rare “Ebony Orchid” or so they suspect, since she must authenticate it and indeed she does; the orchid was not only genuine but possessed characteristics that spoke of a lineage undisrupted for centuries, perhaps millennia; she also knew that this rare orchid could fetch a commanding price, soaring into stratospheric heights. …in time during the many gatherings at the estates with dozens of other plant enthusiasts, specialist, educators in plant life etc. the host is found dead by none other than Delilah and she is deemed the person of interest because she found the body—as the person of interest, she, Delilah, must prove her innocent.
What did I like about this reading?
I like Delilah, this seeker of secrets and a connoisseur of rare plants. Her motto is: adapt and survive like the plants that she cares for; a testament to patience and care, qualities that Delilah had in abundance. She possessed the qualities that would see her through this ordeal, being suspected of murdering their host. Delilah Green, rare plant lady, and amateur sleuth extraordinaire, has other plans in solving this murder and clearing her reputation and name for they are at stake.
Delilah solves the mystery and her reputation. She is happy to return to her shop Verdant Curiosities and continue her life as never before with the hope for more adventures.
I like that Delilah was a very determined woman, who does not sway once her mind is made up. Her name does remind me of the biblical Delilah: In the Bible, Delilah was a Philistine woman who betrayed Samson by cutting his hair… "Delilah was Samson's mistress who cut his hair, thus removing his strength, in an act of betrayal." Also, there’s that famed radio host with the show name Delilah…Radio personality, author, songwriter; best known as the host of a nationally syndicated nightly U.S. radio song request and dedication program with an estimated eight million listeners.--Another way for viewing this character Delilah Green, rare plant specialist.
Delilah is a seeker of mysteries; solving botanical puzzles unlike any other—for her these adventures are not just for gardening—they are a grand, green adventure.
Our heroine is the owner of Verdant Curiosities—specializing in rare tropical plants- and one day she is phoned by an assistant who requests on behalf of his boss that she travels to Madagascar to verify-authenticate this rare botanical orchid that his master has come into possession.
Delilah is known for her reputation as the ‘rare plant lady’ and his boss wants none other than Delilah to authenticate this rare orchid.
This caller intrigued her, and so she accepted their summons to travel to this exotic jungle for Delilah is a woman rooted in the Earth’s ancient wonders and always wanting to reach discoveries.
Upon arriving at the estates where she will be residing, Delilah is at awe with childlike wonder at the lush tapestry of greenery that seemed to stretch endlessly before her. Topiaries carved into whimsical shapes stood like silent sentinels, guarding secrets hidden within their leafy domains. Delilah is seduced—intoxicated by this botanical paradise with intoxicating scent from the many exotic blooms on the property.
When she is shown this rare “Ebony Orchid” or so they suspect, since she must authenticate it and indeed she does; the orchid was not only genuine but possessed characteristics that spoke of a lineage undisrupted for centuries, perhaps millennia; she also knew that this rare orchid could fetch a commanding price, soaring into stratospheric heights. …in time during the many gatherings at the estates with dozens of other plant enthusiasts, specialist, educators in plant life etc. the host is found dead by none other than Delilah and she is deemed the person of interest because she found the body—as the person of interest, she, Delilah, must prove her innocent.
What did I like about this reading?
I like Delilah, this seeker of secrets and a connoisseur of rare plants. Her motto is: adapt and survive like the plants that she cares for; a testament to patience and care, qualities that Delilah had in abundance. She possessed the qualities that would see her through this ordeal, being suspected of murdering their host. Delilah Green, rare plant lady, and amateur sleuth extraordinaire, has other plans in solving this murder and clearing her reputation and name for they are at stake.
Delilah solves the mystery and her reputation. She is happy to return to her shop Verdant Curiosities and continue her life as never before with the hope for more adventures.
I like that Delilah was a very determined woman, who does not sway once her mind is made up. Her name does remind me of the biblical Delilah: In the Bible, Delilah was a Philistine woman who betrayed Samson by cutting his hair… "Delilah was Samson's mistress who cut his hair, thus removing his strength, in an act of betrayal." Also, there’s that famed radio host with the show name Delilah…Radio personality, author, songwriter; best known as the host of a nationally syndicated nightly U.S. radio song request and dedication program with an estimated eight million listeners.--Another way for viewing this character Delilah Green, rare plant specialist.
April 5, 2025
I received this free audiobook from Chirp. I listen to audiobooks while working in my garden In these unsettling times, I have turned to cozy mysteries which are comforting, oddly enough, because although there are murders, they take place outside the story. No gore, no actual violence on the page and usually take place in a lovely setting. I did not realize that this audiobook was narrated by a computer when I got it. It was free so I didn't look very carefully at the book info. The narrator's (computer generated voice) is valley girl nasal, mispronounces words (no not the British or American pronunciation), and rea with little emotion and when emotion does enter, it is misplaced. I don't listen to computer generated audio books because they are never as good as an accomplished narrator, but also because the computer-generated narrator is taking work from actors who have worked long to perfect their craft .
In addition, I listened to several of this author's books, mostly because they are free, and believe that they may also be computer generated. The lots are always the same, A young woman works in a lace other than her hometown, discovers a dead body and is accused of being the killer even though she has no motive only because is new in town. She has a side-kick buddy she has just met on the tip who is the most handsome man she has ever met and who helps her to get over the recent break-up and assists in revealing the true killer. The prior boyfriend shows up and is either rude or begs her to come back.
Don't bother with these books whether in print, Kindle or audio. A waste of time even if free.
In addition, I listened to several of this author's books, mostly because they are free, and believe that they may also be computer generated. The lots are always the same, A young woman works in a lace other than her hometown, discovers a dead body and is accused of being the killer even though she has no motive only because is new in town. She has a side-kick buddy she has just met on the tip who is the most handsome man she has ever met and who helps her to get over the recent break-up and assists in revealing the true killer. The prior boyfriend shows up and is either rude or begs her to come back.
Don't bother with these books whether in print, Kindle or audio. A waste of time even if free.
March 25, 2025
I very much enjoy Fiona Grace's books ... normally. However, in Orchid Obsession, Ms. Grace went far beyond her usual great descriptions of, say a room. There was, simply put, way more descriptive words than she normally uses. Or maybe it was the descriptive words she used that I found too over-the-top. By the end of Chapter one, I was already bored by all the descriptive words and truly felt I would be able to finish Orchid Obsession. It was becoming to feel as if she needed more words to get to a certain number of required words, so she added more descriptions than were necessary.
In addition - maybe I was burnt out already on Ms. Grace's verbosity - I found the additional planted-related words sprinkled in the characters' speech overly redundant. Like Aiden saying he could see an idea "blooming" in Delilah's eyes.
It took a few chapters - it "felt" like a quarter of the book - to really get the story rolling once Delilah made it to Madagascar for the elusive Black Orchid.
Once Delilah arrived in Madagascar and the story really settled into the mystery part, I enjoyed Orchard Obsession, even though Ms. Grace continued to use way too many descriptive words. The culprit caught me off guard.
In addition - maybe I was burnt out already on Ms. Grace's verbosity - I found the additional planted-related words sprinkled in the characters' speech overly redundant. Like Aiden saying he could see an idea "blooming" in Delilah's eyes.
It took a few chapters - it "felt" like a quarter of the book - to really get the story rolling once Delilah made it to Madagascar for the elusive Black Orchid.
Once Delilah arrived in Madagascar and the story really settled into the mystery part, I enjoyed Orchard Obsession, even though Ms. Grace continued to use way too many descriptive words. The culprit caught me off guard.
July 7, 2025
Nope. DNF. The author has a talent for a sort of off and on, purple prose, and use of alliteration that I suspect is sought after in the cozy genres, which I didn't hate. It's one of the things I went in thinking I might find as a new reader to the genre.
However, the sisters are repulsively enthusiastic/affectionate, and I could not wait for the main character to get going on her adventure. Which she does fairly quickly. Apparently, she stuffed a Venus fly trap in her suitcase to travel internationally, and upon arrival and unpacking declared it a connoisseur of flies, and then sticks her finger in one of its traps to trigger it while she's feeling bummed. Oh, and she touched all over the priceless orchid she traveled there to authenticate without washing her hands.
I couldn't read about her 'loving' anymore plants. Or the detective named hank in Madagascar that tells everyone at the manor that they all have to stay there, in the very rich, murdered man's home, until the crime is solved, regardless of how long it takes 😂. I realize they do things differently from the US, but someone should really check Hanks credentials because I think he's the real villain, and he now has several dozen hostages 🤔
However, the sisters are repulsively enthusiastic/affectionate, and I could not wait for the main character to get going on her adventure. Which she does fairly quickly. Apparently, she stuffed a Venus fly trap in her suitcase to travel internationally, and upon arrival and unpacking declared it a connoisseur of flies, and then sticks her finger in one of its traps to trigger it while she's feeling bummed. Oh, and she touched all over the priceless orchid she traveled there to authenticate without washing her hands.
I couldn't read about her 'loving' anymore plants. Or the detective named hank in Madagascar that tells everyone at the manor that they all have to stay there, in the very rich, murdered man's home, until the crime is solved, regardless of how long it takes 😂. I realize they do things differently from the US, but someone should really check Hanks credentials because I think he's the real villain, and he now has several dozen hostages 🤔
February 25, 2025
Delilah Green - own Verdant Curiosities - an expert in plants asked to verify a rare Ebony orchid at the home of Percival Wainwright in Madagascar. Rosie, a potter is Delilah's sister. Lily her best friend who also works at the shop.
Met Aiden Byrne, an expert in herbs (sat next to him on the plane)
Wainwright found murdered by Delilah who is a suspect.
Delilah and Aiden start to investigate.....Boring and unbelievable -
Dr. Stone, Harrison Blackwell, Jasmine Lelair: etc.
Found an orchid in Marco Giordano luggage as he is leaving and he is arrested.
However they continued to investigate and found a hidden grove of the Black Orchids.
Chased someone who came to the grove, but didn't catch him.
Got the police to call a meeting and have everyone empty their pockets....Found a petal in Atty Bernard Graves pocket.....his reasoning for the murder.....Wainwright wouldn't sell any of the orchids, therefore no commission for the atty????
Delilah and Aiden will probably get together in the future.....
Met Aiden Byrne, an expert in herbs (sat next to him on the plane)
Wainwright found murdered by Delilah who is a suspect.
Delilah and Aiden start to investigate.....Boring and unbelievable -
Dr. Stone, Harrison Blackwell, Jasmine Lelair: etc.
Found an orchid in Marco Giordano luggage as he is leaving and he is arrested.
However they continued to investigate and found a hidden grove of the Black Orchids.
Chased someone who came to the grove, but didn't catch him.
Got the police to call a meeting and have everyone empty their pockets....Found a petal in Atty Bernard Graves pocket.....his reasoning for the murder.....Wainwright wouldn't sell any of the orchids, therefore no commission for the atty????
Delilah and Aiden will probably get together in the future.....
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 10, 2025
Listened to the audiobook. Narration must have been AI as it was dreadful. This is the first book in a new series and there was a total lack of background on any of the characters. A sentence thrown in here and there gave some insight, but was not enough to provide continuity and a deeper understanding of the main character. Upfront information would have been been better than tidbits thrown here and there. The information on orchids was interesting, but the narration made the main character very very annoying. I suspect that this would have been a book better read than listened to.
March 24, 2025
Not a bad book. Some of it was quite implausible with a lot over described language that was a little much.
"The shop's ambient humidity seemed to spike at the mention of the orchid, a plant so rare that it had graced Delilah's dreams more than once, its dark petals unfurling in the moonlit imaginations of her sleep. Her fingers danced lightly over a philodendron's heart-shaped leaf next to the phone, a subconscious connection to the living tapestry that surrounded her"
Still, it was a light, fluffy easy read. I don't feel compelled to read more books in the series.
"The shop's ambient humidity seemed to spike at the mention of the orchid, a plant so rare that it had graced Delilah's dreams more than once, its dark petals unfurling in the moonlit imaginations of her sleep. Her fingers danced lightly over a philodendron's heart-shaped leaf next to the phone, a subconscious connection to the living tapestry that surrounded her"
Still, it was a light, fluffy easy read. I don't feel compelled to read more books in the series.
March 25, 2025
Whimsical style
Impressive how the story was told in relation to the theme of plants, flowers, etc. Almost too much, but I did enjoy the intricate way of writing and Delilah's love of what she does. A black orchid would be beautiful to see, a murder, not so much. And her finding the body, thereby being the prime suspect means she'll have to do what she can to find the real killer. Who wants to go to prison in a foreign country? With the help of another plant enthusiast, she'll do her best to ferret out clues, while appreciating the beauty around her.
Impressive how the story was told in relation to the theme of plants, flowers, etc. Almost too much, but I did enjoy the intricate way of writing and Delilah's love of what she does. A black orchid would be beautiful to see, a murder, not so much. And her finding the body, thereby being the prime suspect means she'll have to do what she can to find the real killer. Who wants to go to prison in a foreign country? With the help of another plant enthusiast, she'll do her best to ferret out clues, while appreciating the beauty around her.
May 26, 2025
Awful!!
Where do I begin? I expected a dog in the story because of the cute dog on the cover. No dog at all. The word verdant was repeated over 40 times. The author filled the book with cliches, and overused references to plants and flowers in explanations and nonchalant sentences to the point where the book was difficult to read. She couldn’t remember if her character wore sneakers or boots while tramping through the jungle. I will never read this author again.
Where do I begin? I expected a dog in the story because of the cute dog on the cover. No dog at all. The word verdant was repeated over 40 times. The author filled the book with cliches, and overused references to plants and flowers in explanations and nonchalant sentences to the point where the book was difficult to read. She couldn’t remember if her character wore sneakers or boots while tramping through the jungle. I will never read this author again.
November 22, 2024
Orchid Obsession
Delilah Green had been summoned to Madagascar to the estate of a plant connoisseur to authenticate the extremely rare Ebony Orchid. The first night a murder happens and Delilah and a friend began to try to put the clues together and solve the murder and the theft of the Ebony Orchid. This book was unusually written.
Delilah Green had been summoned to Madagascar to the estate of a plant connoisseur to authenticate the extremely rare Ebony Orchid. The first night a murder happens and Delilah and a friend began to try to put the clues together and solve the murder and the theft of the Ebony Orchid. This book was unusually written.
February 9, 2025
A feast of words and phrases!
If you enjoy painting pictures with words then you will want to read this book, literally packed with descriptive comparisons of plants and foliage to people and situations. The only thing I found too much was the "pet" Seymour that traveled with Delilah; honestly?
If you enjoy painting pictures with words then you will want to read this book, literally packed with descriptive comparisons of plants and foliage to people and situations. The only thing I found too much was the "pet" Seymour that traveled with Delilah; honestly?
March 4, 2025
The main characters were decent, and the premise was very promising. But there were inconsistencies in the plot and an excessive use of gardening language (definitely a situation where "less" would have been more!). I might have enjoyed this story more if I was reading a chapter or two at a time, but it was definitely NOT the book to read during a 10 hr drive
March 8, 2025
3.5⭐️cute cozy mystery, lots of plant puns but I thought that it was fun because it was a cozy mystery. I think the amount of flirting/romantic side conversations could’ve been toned down a bit. Some of Delilah’s thoughts seemed to come out of left field. I kept wanting to come back to the book which is a great experience!
March 31, 2025
Lukijana Laura synthesized voice.
Jos ei ollut tarina kummoinen, niin lukijan metallinen ääni vei toisen tähden tältä kirjalta. Plussaa teokselle siitä, että sen aihepiiri, kasvit, oli erilainen. Tarinan kerronta oli mielestäni kankeaa ja tosiaan tekoälylukijan ääni ja luenta ei valitettavasti ollut mieluista kuultavaa.
Jos ei ollut tarina kummoinen, niin lukijan metallinen ääni vei toisen tähden tältä kirjalta. Plussaa teokselle siitä, että sen aihepiiri, kasvit, oli erilainen. Tarinan kerronta oli mielestäni kankeaa ja tosiaan tekoälylukijan ääni ja luenta ei valitettavasti ollut mieluista kuultavaa.
June 19, 2025
Interesting storyline but it was way too ‘wordy’ which I found rather distracting. I gave up counting how many times verdant was used as an adjective, truly hot the point about it being the name of their shop but drove me nuts and I only finished it to see who was the murderer. I have read Fiona Grace books before and quite enjoyed them but I don’t think I will be reading any more in this series.
October 10, 2025
Audiobook:
I think because I listened to it and not a hardcover, it got a bit interesting. But you will notice, there are a lot of these books out there now, I like fun investigative reads, but it all goes the same way. She is smart, they fall in love and in the background they are solving a murder, if only the investigation could be made a bit better
I think because I listened to it and not a hardcover, it got a bit interesting. But you will notice, there are a lot of these books out there now, I like fun investigative reads, but it all goes the same way. She is smart, they fall in love and in the background they are solving a murder, if only the investigation could be made a bit better
December 1, 2025
A Wonderful Adventure
I love this book. It's an adventure to a foreign land and the thrill of, maybe a new love. The love for an exotic plant. An awesome storyline as well as a murder. The characters are very different in personalities and one a murderer. I can't wait to read more of this adventure!
I love this book. It's an adventure to a foreign land and the thrill of, maybe a new love. The love for an exotic plant. An awesome storyline as well as a murder. The characters are very different in personalities and one a murderer. I can't wait to read more of this adventure!
February 28, 2025
Orchid Obsession, Book 1
The story was amazing it taught you things and it and the characters were so exciting I never knew plants were so interesting and I will tell everyone to read this book and I can't wait to read book 2
The story was amazing it taught you things and it and the characters were so exciting I never knew plants were so interesting and I will tell everyone to read this book and I can't wait to read book 2
February 28, 2025
way too many analogies to plants
I almost didn’t finish this book. There wasn’t a paragraph without an analogy or reference to plants. The emotions could have used a boost. The last couple chapters actually contained most of the plot.
I almost didn’t finish this book. There wasn’t a paragraph without an analogy or reference to plants. The emotions could have used a boost. The last couple chapters actually contained most of the plot.
March 1, 2025
liked the main character but
An editor and proofreader was needed for this book. Too many times were periods doubled, the words symphony and cacophony used, and other unnecessary repetition.
An editor and proofreader was needed for this book. Too many times were periods doubled, the words symphony and cacophony used, and other unnecessary repetition.
March 7, 2025
This is an exciting journey into an exotic location highlighted by murder and greed. I was fascinated by the exotic plants and the experts who dealt with them. The mystery was sweetened by the budding relationship between Delilah and Aidan. This was a most excellent read!!!!!
March 8, 2025
This was an entertaining cozy mystery about a plant specialist that was invited to confirm a one-of-a-kind black orchid. A murder happens and she is considered a suspect. Very entertaining reading.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
March 15, 2025
Hoopla Digital Audiobook:
Narrator: Synthesized Voice
Published Date: 2024
Publisher: Fiona Grace
I have a black thumb but I saw the dog on the cover and thought there would be more about the dog included in the story about Delilah Green, the rare plant lady who is sought by clients worldwide. I enjoyed the expedition to Madagascar to authenticate an orchid that is rare and getting involved in the murder.
Narrator: Synthesized Voice
Published Date: 2024
Publisher: Fiona Grace
I have a black thumb but I saw the dog on the cover and thought there would be more about the dog included in the story about Delilah Green, the rare plant lady who is sought by clients worldwide. I enjoyed the expedition to Madagascar to authenticate an orchid that is rare and getting involved in the murder.
March 17, 2025
I haven't quite finished it but I will - I do want to find out the murderer.
The constant plant references just about drove me insane. Oh, and the character would require certification to take the Venus fly trap into Madagascar.
The constant plant references just about drove me insane. Oh, and the character would require certification to take the Venus fly trap into Madagascar.
March 3, 2025
Enjoyed the story but felt there was just too much background description for me. It felt a "long read " and so know I skipped a lot of words.
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