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A Vampire's Guide to Gardening #3
Hunters and Hydrangeas
Read the conclusion of Piper and Noah’s story in Hunters and Hydrangeas, the third and final book in the Vampire’s Guide to Gardening series.
Hi, I’m Piper, and I’m in love with a vampire hunter. I thought my life took a weird turn at the beginning of summer when I was diagnosed as a pre-vamp, but let me tell you, it’s gotten crazier.
A few months ago, I didn’t even know vampires existed, and now I’m rubbing shoulders with the vampire elite, going into business with one of their princes, and dreaming about a moonlit garden wedding with a tasteful carnivore reception menu.
Overall, this crazy life is pretty good.
And if people would stop trying to kill us, everything would be perfect…
A Vampire's Guide to Gardening is a fun and flirty contemporary fantasy rom-com you can sink your teeth into. (Pun intended.) Full of humor, spark-and-smolder chemistry, and practical tips for growing your flower gardening business when you become allergic to the sun, this series is sure to delight fans of cozy paranormal romance.
The books in this series feature spicy-sweet closed-door romance. (Passionate kisses and some innuendo, but no on-page steamy scenes.)
Hi, I’m Piper, and I’m in love with a vampire hunter. I thought my life took a weird turn at the beginning of summer when I was diagnosed as a pre-vamp, but let me tell you, it’s gotten crazier.
A few months ago, I didn’t even know vampires existed, and now I’m rubbing shoulders with the vampire elite, going into business with one of their princes, and dreaming about a moonlit garden wedding with a tasteful carnivore reception menu.
Overall, this crazy life is pretty good.
And if people would stop trying to kill us, everything would be perfect…
A Vampire's Guide to Gardening is a fun and flirty contemporary fantasy rom-com you can sink your teeth into. (Pun intended.) Full of humor, spark-and-smolder chemistry, and practical tips for growing your flower gardening business when you become allergic to the sun, this series is sure to delight fans of cozy paranormal romance.
The books in this series feature spicy-sweet closed-door romance. (Passionate kisses and some innuendo, but no on-page steamy scenes.)
326 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 27, 2025
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About the author
Shari L. Tapscott
67 books935 followersShari L. Tapscott writes young adult fantasy and humorous contemporary fiction. When she's not writing or reading, she enjoys gardening, making soap, and pretending she can sing.
She loves white chocolate mochas, furry animals, spending time with her family, and characters who refuse to behave.
Tapscott lives in western Colorado with her husband, son, daughter, and two very spoiled Saint Bernards.
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October 1, 2025
3.5 stars.
Plot- Fun ending to the trilogy. A little slower since the romance was more or less complete. I felt it drag in the middle and then it picked up at the end again.
Characters- I loved Piper and Noah still. Cassian was still an important side character and very endearing. Max and Olivia weren’t really in this one much. Sophia was okay still.
Romance- Noah and Piper were super cute together. This installment didn’t have as high of chemistry because they were officially in love and devoted to each other. The fabulous banter and flirting from book 1 was mostly missing since they weren’t dancing around each other in that flirty way anymore. They were still REALLY sweet together, but it wasn’t as exciting.
The romantic plotline consisting of “I want to bite him but I also want to wait until marriage- this is so hard” got a little old, ngl.
Writing - Great!
Content-
Language- no swearing
Spice- no sex. They decided to save sex/vampire biting for marriage (which is awesome), so that was a bit of a struggle for them, but it stayed very clean and appropriate. Tbh, I could have used a little more something when they finally got to bite each other. It was a massive let down when it finally sorta happened. I like steamy-clean, but this lacked the steamy part of that combo. Maybe too tame and boring when all that build up led to… a little scrape of fangs that wasn’t even slightly sexy. ??
Violence- one vamp attack where Piper is bit and strangled, on page.
Substance abuse- no.
Cover- cute
POV- single POV, first person
Cliffhanger- no. Ends the trilogy.
Format- KU
How I rated the series-
Book 1 - Blood & Buttercups - 4.5 stars
Book 2 - Vampires & Violas- 5 stars
Book 3 - Hunters & Hydrangeas - 3.5 stars
Plot- Fun ending to the trilogy. A little slower since the romance was more or less complete. I felt it drag in the middle and then it picked up at the end again.
Characters- I loved Piper and Noah still. Cassian was still an important side character and very endearing. Max and Olivia weren’t really in this one much. Sophia was okay still.
Romance- Noah and Piper were super cute together. This installment didn’t have as high of chemistry because they were officially in love and devoted to each other. The fabulous banter and flirting from book 1 was mostly missing since they weren’t dancing around each other in that flirty way anymore. They were still REALLY sweet together, but it wasn’t as exciting.
The romantic plotline consisting of “I want to bite him but I also want to wait until marriage- this is so hard” got a little old, ngl.
Writing - Great!
Content-
Language- no swearing
Spice- no sex. They decided to save sex/vampire biting for marriage (which is awesome), so that was a bit of a struggle for them, but it stayed very clean and appropriate. Tbh, I could have used a little more something when they finally got to bite each other. It was a massive let down when it finally sorta happened. I like steamy-clean, but this lacked the steamy part of that combo. Maybe too tame and boring when all that build up led to… a little scrape of fangs that wasn’t even slightly sexy. ??
Violence- one vamp attack where Piper is bit and strangled, on page.
Substance abuse- no.
Cover- cute
POV- single POV, first person
Cliffhanger- no. Ends the trilogy.
Format- KU
How I rated the series-
Book 1 - Blood & Buttercups - 4.5 stars
Book 2 - Vampires & Violas- 5 stars
Book 3 - Hunters & Hydrangeas - 3.5 stars
June 29, 2025
Fun but the weakest
The entire concept behind vampires in this trilogy is unique. This book just had the weakest plot of the trilogy. Still enjoyed it but it lacked depth and didn't fully resolve everything.
The entire concept behind vampires in this trilogy is unique. This book just had the weakest plot of the trilogy. Still enjoyed it but it lacked depth and didn't fully resolve everything.
July 4, 2025
Great conclusion to a fun series! I just wish the ending was a little longer. :) Definitely would recommend. I received an arc but would have read it on kindle unlimited if I didn’t :)
July 4, 2025
Reader’s Notes:
– this is the last book in a trilogy & must be read in order
– this is told from Piper’s point of view
-there is some violence & death (mainly defending themselves from attacks using guns/stakes; the few mentions are brief)
*there is unwanted attention as well as an attack that leaves Piper with some trauma
– it is mentioned that the characters make noises during some kisses (moans/groans); some make outs also have the guy’s shirt being removed
-there is a fade to black scene between a married couple (her dress was removed – she is only wearing a chemise & corset – and his bow tie & jacket were removed; they are on the bed talking/kissing when the scene changes to a different scene)
Review:
This was such a good ending to the series! I loved how vampirism was used in this storyline (throughout the series) and that there were a bunch of humorous moments between Piper and her friends! I loved the progression of Piper’s relationship with Noah and seeing how everyone around them knew it’d happen eventually. I liked that some characters we’d met in previous books were brought back, even briefly, so we could see where they were at/going to go. I wish the series wasn’t over (I’d love to see some of the characters again), but thankfully I know Shari L. Tapscott’s got more stories in general up her sleeves and I have a bunch from her backlist to still go through. 😂
Summary:
Piper never would have believed that vampires exist or that she’d be rubbing elbows with vampire hierarchy, had she not been bit by a vampire earlier that summer. Now it’s her life in addition to being a flower farmer, albeit one who does most of her gardening when the sun is less potent. And having fallen for Noah – her vampire hunter boyfriend – makes everything about her new life a little bit brighter.
If only people would stop trying to kill or take her away from this new life she’s built…
– this is the last book in a trilogy & must be read in order
– this is told from Piper’s point of view
-there is some violence & death (mainly defending themselves from attacks using guns/stakes; the few mentions are brief)
*there is unwanted attention as well as an attack that leaves Piper with some trauma
– it is mentioned that the characters make noises during some kisses (moans/groans); some make outs also have the guy’s shirt being removed
-there is a fade to black scene between a married couple (her dress was removed – she is only wearing a chemise & corset – and his bow tie & jacket were removed; they are on the bed talking/kissing when the scene changes to a different scene)
Review:
This was such a good ending to the series! I loved how vampirism was used in this storyline (throughout the series) and that there were a bunch of humorous moments between Piper and her friends! I loved the progression of Piper’s relationship with Noah and seeing how everyone around them knew it’d happen eventually. I liked that some characters we’d met in previous books were brought back, even briefly, so we could see where they were at/going to go. I wish the series wasn’t over (I’d love to see some of the characters again), but thankfully I know Shari L. Tapscott’s got more stories in general up her sleeves and I have a bunch from her backlist to still go through. 😂
Summary:
Piper never would have believed that vampires exist or that she’d be rubbing elbows with vampire hierarchy, had she not been bit by a vampire earlier that summer. Now it’s her life in addition to being a flower farmer, albeit one who does most of her gardening when the sun is less potent. And having fallen for Noah – her vampire hunter boyfriend – makes everything about her new life a little bit brighter.
If only people would stop trying to kill or take her away from this new life she’s built…
March 27, 2026
A wonderful conclusion to the series
This was a fantastic series- I can easily see myself reading it over again and again. The characters were wonderfully written and the comedy and wit and bantering had me laughing throughout. The romance was so sweet and swoony, and I adored Piper and Noah. Definitely a great series- I highly recommend it!
This was a fantastic series- I can easily see myself reading it over again and again. The characters were wonderfully written and the comedy and wit and bantering had me laughing throughout. The romance was so sweet and swoony, and I adored Piper and Noah. Definitely a great series- I highly recommend it!
July 2, 2025
What an ending! It was a whirlwind read with plenty of hilarious moments. Tapiscott’s banter is one of my favourite things. 😂 This was a fun series to kick off summer reading!
Content: passionate make outs; talk of desire and waiting for marriage; marital fade to black
Content: passionate make outs; talk of desire and waiting for marriage; marital fade to black
July 12, 2025
sweet ending
This was a sweet ending to Piper’s story! Full of drama, intrigue, and a little romance. I have a little trouble keeping all the characters straight, but I think that’s a me problem. Haha
This was a sweet ending to Piper’s story! Full of drama, intrigue, and a little romance. I have a little trouble keeping all the characters straight, but I think that’s a me problem. Haha
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June 27, 2025I liked the story!
I enjoyed the plot, and I like the characters! This book has a lot of innuendo in it though, and it made me uncomfortable at times in that respect.
I enjoyed the plot, and I like the characters! This book has a lot of innuendo in it though, and it made me uncomfortable at times in that respect.
June 29, 2025
A good conclusion to the series - fun, light, and an easy read, perfect for the summer. I enjoyed the series.
December 20, 2025
First two books had better pacing, really liked the series, just thought the last one felt a little flat compared to the first two.
June 27, 2025
Meh
Did this book really need to happen? It all gets tied up in a too-neat little bow. We even have 2 overly obvious villain monologues. Give me a break.
Did this book really need to happen? It all gets tied up in a too-neat little bow. We even have 2 overly obvious villain monologues. Give me a break.
July 5, 2025
(FYI I tend to only review one book per series, unless I want to change my scoring by 0.50 or more of a star. -- I tend not to read reviews until after I read a book, so I go in with an open mind.)
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DNF
I think I'm going to try this book again another time, its just annoying me tonight. I'm not in the mood to ignore nonsense, for 'plot'. The 'that makes no sense' is outweighing the want to finish the trilogy and see the baddies get what they deserve.
Edit -- Just read other reviews and what annoyed one of them, would really annoy me to and as you'll see below the book already annoyed me with bad plot, so to read it 'gets worse' with stuff I consider 'bad plot' and doesn't actually finish one of the storylines (that I'm pretty interested in), important info is withheld from the MC because of 'reasons'. I'm inferring that love interest and his sire will have 'good' (heavy on the sarcasm inflection) reasons for not telling her right away.
Edit -- Just read other reviews and what annoyed one of them, would really annoy me to and as you'll see below the book already annoyed me with bad plot, so to read it 'gets worse' with stuff I consider 'bad plot' and doesn't actually finish one of the storylines (that I'm pretty interested in), important info is withheld from the MC because of 'reasons'. I'm inferring that love interest and his sire will have 'good' (heavy on the sarcasm inflection) reasons for not telling her right away.
July 24, 2025
Shari Tapscott is such a gifted writer that I always have high expectations of her books. This one disappoints a bit. It felt a little clunky with plot devices and unnecessary characters. Also, the sexual content (though technically cleanish) took over the storyline and I got bored of constantly hearing how much she wanted to bite him. I'm sure Tapscott's next series will be better.
June 28, 2025
I'm glad that I finished the series, but compared to the first two books, I think this one didn’t land as well as the others. Even though I finished the book, I feel like it was unnecessary and didn’t really add much to the plot. We also didn’t get much progress in the relationship between Noah and Piper, because they were in this kind of stalemate where he didn’t want to bite her until they were married. Every time they were getting close to doing it, it felt like the author was just teasing the readers. While that was fine the first couple of times, it started happening so frequently even in the last book soo I began to get frustrated that it just kept happening over and over again. Also, even when they did get married, it felt very rushed and not at all romantic. They only did it so she would be part of Cassian’s house line ...and that ended up being all for nothing.
I also didn’t like the fact that Ethan found her again, and the author made it seem like an innuendo of him forcing a bite on her, almost in a sexual way. It wasn’t really dealt with emotionally. Sure, she was traumatized for a few chapters and flinched when Noah tried to bite her, but they never really talked about it or processed it properly.
Then there was the whole subplot with Cassian being nominated to be the Archduke, and that didn’t really go anywhere...even by the end of the book, we’re still waiting to see if he’s accepted into the seat. So that made no sense, as there was no resolution. And I just realized we had almost no Max and Olivia in this book at all.
Overall, now that I’ve had some time to think on it, this book didn’t give me anything new, and it just wasn’t as funny as the first one which is unfortunate.
I also didn’t like the fact that Ethan found her again, and the author made it seem like an innuendo of him forcing a bite on her, almost in a sexual way. It wasn’t really dealt with emotionally. Sure, she was traumatized for a few chapters and flinched when Noah tried to bite her, but they never really talked about it or processed it properly.
Then there was the whole subplot with Cassian being nominated to be the Archduke, and that didn’t really go anywhere...even by the end of the book, we’re still waiting to see if he’s accepted into the seat. So that made no sense, as there was no resolution. And I just realized we had almost no Max and Olivia in this book at all.
Overall, now that I’ve had some time to think on it, this book didn’t give me anything new, and it just wasn’t as funny as the first one which is unfortunate.
March 13, 2026
⭐ 5/5
🌶 2/5
I laughed, I teared up, my husband questioned my sanity. Shari L. Tapscott, you stressed me out.
I absolutely loved this trilogy so much. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a fun, cozy (but not boring because that's what I thought cozy was until now), funny, no spice, vampire read, then this is the trilogy for you.
I am so sad to leave this world behind and really want to read about the other characters. I want Olive's story and Cassian's story. Give me more vampire politics, please, I'm begging you.
My one note is kind of a spoiler, sooo, .
My rating system:
🌶 Glimpses and kisses
Meaningful glances and perhaps a kiss, but no sex on and off page.
🌶 🌶 Behind closed doors
At least one intimate scene occurs, but without the reader present.
🌶 🌶 🌶 Open door
At least one intimate scene with the reader present, euphemistic language for act and body parts.
🌶 🌶 🌶🌶Explicit open door
At least two intimate scenes, explicit language with a variety of sexual acts.
🌶 🌶 🌶🌶🌶Explicit and plentiful
Several explicit scenes, a variety of adventurous acts, dotted throughout the book.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had the time of my life
⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a great time
⭐⭐⭐ I had a good time
⭐⭐ I had a time
⭐ I should not have had a time
🌶 2/5
I laughed, I teared up, my husband questioned my sanity. Shari L. Tapscott, you stressed me out.
I absolutely loved this trilogy so much. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a fun, cozy (but not boring because that's what I thought cozy was until now), funny, no spice, vampire read, then this is the trilogy for you.
I am so sad to leave this world behind and really want to read about the other characters. I want Olive's story and Cassian's story. Give me more vampire politics, please, I'm begging you.
My one note is kind of a spoiler, sooo, .
My rating system:
🌶 Glimpses and kisses
Meaningful glances and perhaps a kiss, but no sex on and off page.
🌶 🌶 Behind closed doors
At least one intimate scene occurs, but without the reader present.
🌶 🌶 🌶 Open door
At least one intimate scene with the reader present, euphemistic language for act and body parts.
🌶 🌶 🌶🌶Explicit open door
At least two intimate scenes, explicit language with a variety of sexual acts.
🌶 🌶 🌶🌶🌶Explicit and plentiful
Several explicit scenes, a variety of adventurous acts, dotted throughout the book.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had the time of my life
⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a great time
⭐⭐⭐ I had a good time
⭐⭐ I had a time
⭐ I should not have had a time
July 1, 2025
That’s a wrap!
We’ve reached the end of A Vampire’s Guide to Gardening. (Though I really hope we get to see Max and Olivia in a short, a bonus chapter, OR their own stories??? Hint, hint, Ms Tapscott!)
Piper had already been through a lot in the first two books. This one is no different. Adjusting to the final stage is a rough start for her. But her friends and family help her out. Her moments with Noah are sweet and fun. They get their HEA in a slightly unconventional way, but I feel like it just suits them as a couple. (It really also sends a clear message to her parents that she’s an adult and can make decisions without their meddling, which was my gripe the last book.) I was a tad disappointed we never got to see Noah tell his family about his diagnosis, but this is Piper’s tale. Not his.
Ethan makes his creepy reappearance. Delusional is definitely not a strong enough word. His fate is well deserved.
But he’s the least of their worries. Piper and her crew face new foes and challenges, plus international trips with questionable documents! All the fun!!!
I hope we get to see glimpses of this world in bonus content! It’s just a fun story with fun characters and interesting circumstances!
We’ve reached the end of A Vampire’s Guide to Gardening. (Though I really hope we get to see Max and Olivia in a short, a bonus chapter, OR their own stories??? Hint, hint, Ms Tapscott!)
Piper had already been through a lot in the first two books. This one is no different. Adjusting to the final stage is a rough start for her. But her friends and family help her out. Her moments with Noah are sweet and fun. They get their HEA in a slightly unconventional way, but I feel like it just suits them as a couple. (It really also sends a clear message to her parents that she’s an adult and can make decisions without their meddling, which was my gripe the last book.) I was a tad disappointed we never got to see Noah tell his family about his diagnosis, but this is Piper’s tale. Not his.
Ethan makes his creepy reappearance. Delusional is definitely not a strong enough word. His fate is well deserved.
But he’s the least of their worries. Piper and her crew face new foes and challenges, plus international trips with questionable documents! All the fun!!!
I hope we get to see glimpses of this world in bonus content! It’s just a fun story with fun characters and interesting circumstances!
April 10, 2026
3.5/5
In this story, Piper is adjusting to her life as a full vampire—no more cucumbers, donuts, or bread for her.
The main complication in this story is around the death of the Vampire King. (He's not really a King, but that's what I'm going to call him, since Cassian is a prince.) Cassian is going to be nominated, and, if he is, he's a shoe-in to win, but that thought makes some of the other vampires uncomfortable. What do they do? Kidnap Sophia, and threaten to kill Piper.
Ethan briefly reappears in the narrative and attacks Piper when she refuses to bow to his delusions.
Noah and Piper are solid in their relationship, and since most of the story takes place in Miami, her mum and dad are not really an impediement to them being together.
There is a bit of forced proximity, there's only one bed energy in this story, although, honestly, the interruptions to their alone time were so convenient (or, rather, inconvenient) that it got a bit predictable.
I liked the ending, although it seemed to happen pretty quickly, and it was a bit open ended in relation to some aspects of vampirism.
In this story, Piper is adjusting to her life as a full vampire—no more cucumbers, donuts, or bread for her.
The main complication in this story is around the death of the Vampire King. (He's not really a King, but that's what I'm going to call him, since Cassian is a prince.) Cassian is going to be nominated, and, if he is, he's a shoe-in to win, but that thought makes some of the other vampires uncomfortable. What do they do? Kidnap Sophia, and threaten to kill Piper.
Ethan briefly reappears in the narrative and attacks Piper when she refuses to bow to his delusions.
Noah and Piper are solid in their relationship, and since most of the story takes place in Miami, her mum and dad are not really an impediement to them being together.
There is a bit of forced proximity, there's only one bed energy in this story, although, honestly, the interruptions to their alone time were so convenient (or, rather, inconvenient) that it got a bit predictable.
I liked the ending, although it seemed to happen pretty quickly, and it was a bit open ended in relation to some aspects of vampirism.
April 29, 2026
Hunters and Hydrangeas was unfortunately my least favorite of the series. I’ve really enjoyed the fun paranormal vibe of these books, but this installment didn’t work as well for me.
My biggest issue was that the plot felt lacking compared to the earlier books. The story seemed to focus less on the elements I loved in the series—like the charm, character dynamics, and action—and more on the romance/intimacy. While this is still a closed-door romance, there were a few scenes where the spice felt more prominent than I personally expected, and it made me a little uncomfortable.
Because of that shift in focus, a lot of the other parts of the story felt rushed or forced to me. The pacing didn’t feel as balanced as the previous books, and I wanted more depth in the plot and character development.
Even though this one wasn’t a favorite for me, I still enjoyed the overall series and the unique concept behind it. If you loved the first two books, it may still be worth finishing the trilogy to see how everything wraps up.
My biggest issue was that the plot felt lacking compared to the earlier books. The story seemed to focus less on the elements I loved in the series—like the charm, character dynamics, and action—and more on the romance/intimacy. While this is still a closed-door romance, there were a few scenes where the spice felt more prominent than I personally expected, and it made me a little uncomfortable.
Because of that shift in focus, a lot of the other parts of the story felt rushed or forced to me. The pacing didn’t feel as balanced as the previous books, and I wanted more depth in the plot and character development.
Even though this one wasn’t a favorite for me, I still enjoyed the overall series and the unique concept behind it. If you loved the first two books, it may still be worth finishing the trilogy to see how everything wraps up.
June 30, 2025
[3.5 stars]
I didn’t like this third book nearly as much as the first. It’s funny and I appreciated the humor and Tapscott’s writing style, but my interest started to waver several times. There was plenty of action, but somehow it seemed drawn out, even repetitive… and yet the conclusion felt rushed. The suspense/danger often felt forced to me, as well as the sexual tension within their relationship. The biting aspect of the sexual tension was also weird and uncomfortable for me.
Content:
There is no foul language or sex. There is some violence, but it’s not graphic or gory. There are several heated kisses and make-out scenes, and the whole biting thing was weird and uncomfortable for me. There is a fade-to-black scene between a married couple near the end of the book. There is no mention of faith or God.
Trigger warning:
The FMC is assaulted (bit and attempted strangulation). It’s treated much like rape from a trauma perspective, so is likely a trigger for some.
I didn’t like this third book nearly as much as the first. It’s funny and I appreciated the humor and Tapscott’s writing style, but my interest started to waver several times. There was plenty of action, but somehow it seemed drawn out, even repetitive… and yet the conclusion felt rushed. The suspense/danger often felt forced to me, as well as the sexual tension within their relationship. The biting aspect of the sexual tension was also weird and uncomfortable for me.
Content:
There is no foul language or sex. There is some violence, but it’s not graphic or gory. There are several heated kisses and make-out scenes, and the whole biting thing was weird and uncomfortable for me. There is a fade-to-black scene between a married couple near the end of the book. There is no mention of faith or God.
Trigger warning:
The FMC is assaulted (bit and attempted strangulation). It’s treated much like rape from a trauma perspective, so is likely a trigger for some.
August 6, 2025
I loved this series!! It was exciting, unique, funny, and sweet! The only reason I gave this last book 4 stars is because the ending was too rushed. This book was shorter than the others, and I would have appreciated more pages to resolve the political intrigue. This series brought up some serious discussion points: Cassian's hypocrisy of changing Noah to save him, but still insisting that spreading vampirism is unethical due to population control. This ethical debate is further emphasized by the likability of Sophia, who was on the side of saving others through vampirism. But there was never any personal growth on Cassian's part or discussion of how the vampire community could find a compromise between the two valid sides of the political debate. I think more resolution of this would have elevated this book to another level. However, the lighthearted enjoyability of this series was solid! I would definitely recommend and read again.
June 28, 2025
I definitely really enjoyed this conclusion to the Vampires Guide to Gardening! I felt like it had some good action that kept me interested! And all of our favorite vampires, too. I do feel a little conflicted about some of the loose ends though. We never found out if Cassian is voted in as archduke, though it’s heavily hinted at that he will be. Also, I missed Olivia and Max in this book and wish I had more of them! Maybe a few bonus chapters of their time together while everyone was in Florida could still happen? We also never got any resolution between Piper and her parents after she dropped the marriage bomb on them. Overall, still 4 stars for me because I love the characters and the storyline! I just wish for the last book in a series there would have been a little more closure in the other areas.
July 16, 2025
No sugar, donuts, or even her favorite cucumbers for Piper... its "cow meat" & blood for our new vampire carnivore forever...!?!?! In A Vampire's Guide to Gardening Book 3, Noah and Piper are secretly dating, her brother Noah and BFF Cassie flirt with flirting, and Cassian's long-lost love of his life, Sophia, has either run away or been abducted by vicious vampires. The election for a new Archduke is upcoming, and a secretive sect of vicious vampires is trying to prevent Cassian from entering the vote. There is so much mystery and chaos! I love the chemistry & sweet love that Noah and Piper share. Cassian and Piper's banter is equally entertaining! Hunters and Hydrangeas is a contemporary fantasy rom-com, a delightful story with supervillains and hunky heroes. 'Blood And Buttercups' & 'Vampires And Violas' are the first in the series, which should be read first! Five stars!!
June 25, 2025
This was my favorite book of the “A Vampire’s Guide to Gardening” series. The tension was great. The political scheming was top notch. The danger was *chef’s kiss*. And then it all wrapped up with the HEA I like in a series.
My favorite part was how Piper’s original problem was concluded but that wasn’t the end of the story. There was more action to follow. I started and finished this book in one day and didn’t even realize it until I was writing this review! It grabbed my attention and held it that well. And even though Cassian was my favorite character, I liked the love story between Piper and Noah and I was glad that they finally got to have their HEA. This was a very satisfying end to the series and if you haven’t tried this one out yet you definitely should!
My favorite part was how Piper’s original problem was concluded but that wasn’t the end of the story. There was more action to follow. I started and finished this book in one day and didn’t even realize it until I was writing this review! It grabbed my attention and held it that well. And even though Cassian was my favorite character, I liked the love story between Piper and Noah and I was glad that they finally got to have their HEA. This was a very satisfying end to the series and if you haven’t tried this one out yet you definitely should!
July 2, 2025
"I want to spend my life with Noah. I want to share breakfasts and birthdays with him. I want to be together for all the good and heartbreaking moments, and I know without a doubt he's the only person I wanted two nights ago while I was imploding."
A wonderful conclusion to an amazing series! I'm so sad it's over, but I am happy with how everything ended. This whole series was such a hilarious and wild ride! It might be one of my new favorites. I loved the unique take on Vampires, it was super refreshing! The series reminded me a lot of K.M. Shea's Magiford and Shari's Obsidian Queen series. The magical realism was done so well.
I highly recommend you pick this series up, especially now that it's all finished. No cliffhangers here!
Read if you enjoy:
Found Family
Urban Fantasy
Slow Burn Romance
Flirty Banter
Action & Adventure
*Thank you, Shari, for the complimentary copy! All opinions expressed are my own.
A wonderful conclusion to an amazing series! I'm so sad it's over, but I am happy with how everything ended. This whole series was such a hilarious and wild ride! It might be one of my new favorites. I loved the unique take on Vampires, it was super refreshing! The series reminded me a lot of K.M. Shea's Magiford and Shari's Obsidian Queen series. The magical realism was done so well.
I highly recommend you pick this series up, especially now that it's all finished. No cliffhangers here!
Read if you enjoy:
Found Family
Urban Fantasy
Slow Burn Romance
Flirty Banter
Action & Adventure
*Thank you, Shari, for the complimentary copy! All opinions expressed are my own.
July 8, 2025
This is a fun read and a good ending to the series. Honestly, at one point I wondered how on earth the author was going to be able to tie it all together by the end, there was so much going on. But, she did it.
This is a clean read and the editing is good. I received an ARC from the author. I was not required to write a review but chose to do so and the opinions stated are my own. I will also add that I appreciated how matters of an intimate nature were addressed. This is a clean read, as I said, but Piper and Noah don't necessarily always
want to keep it that way:) However, they have their reasons for waiting for marriage, and they keep to that, even if it's a struggle. And, chances are, if you're looking at a book marketed as clean, you'll appreciate it too.
This is a clean read and the editing is good. I received an ARC from the author. I was not required to write a review but chose to do so and the opinions stated are my own. I will also add that I appreciated how matters of an intimate nature were addressed. This is a clean read, as I said, but Piper and Noah don't necessarily always
want to keep it that way:) However, they have their reasons for waiting for marriage, and they keep to that, even if it's a struggle. And, chances are, if you're looking at a book marketed as clean, you'll appreciate it too.
June 25, 2025
"My life has been like a movie this entire summer. I've lived through mobster plotlines, urban fantasy action sequences, and political intrigue. And now we've entered... the rom-com."
This book is a great conclusion to Noah and Pipers story! It picks up where book two left off, continuing the vampire fun! Noah and Piper are so good together and Cassian has also become a favorite character!
I don't want to give anything away so I'll just say that if you enjoyed the other two books then you should read this one too!
Fun story with a little adventure, no bad language, some innuendo and a married couple.
This book is a great conclusion to Noah and Pipers story! It picks up where book two left off, continuing the vampire fun! Noah and Piper are so good together and Cassian has also become a favorite character!
I don't want to give anything away so I'll just say that if you enjoyed the other two books then you should read this one too!
Fun story with a little adventure, no bad language, some innuendo and a married couple.
September 27, 2025
"Max was supposed to be the difficult one - not you. You're my garden girl, my little hobbit who likes quiet things. You're not supposed to go on sudden adventures!"
"Technically, several hobbits went on adventures..."
I love Piper, Noah, and Cassian! (I would love to see Cassian get his own origin story series)
This book is a sweet & flirty urban fantasy romcom, chock full of humor, romance, flirty banter, and intrigue.
The whole series is so much fun! It was the perfect antidote to my reading slump.
This author has the unique ability to write in multiple genres and do it well. I'm excited to see what she dreams up next. Whatever it is, I am here for it!
"Technically, several hobbits went on adventures..."
I love Piper, Noah, and Cassian! (I would love to see Cassian get his own origin story series)
This book is a sweet & flirty urban fantasy romcom, chock full of humor, romance, flirty banter, and intrigue.
The whole series is so much fun! It was the perfect antidote to my reading slump.
This author has the unique ability to write in multiple genres and do it well. I'm excited to see what she dreams up next. Whatever it is, I am here for it!
October 23, 2025
This cozy vampire series was unique and charming: a fun and flirty romcom read.
This is a humorous tale of a flower grower who suddenly finds herself allergic to the sun, among other things. Luckily, she’s assigned a babysitter who happens to be a recently demoted hunter. Did I mention he also happens to be wicked hot?
The primary characters (Piper, Noah, Cassian, Max, and Olivia) are all wonderfully drawn: endearing and flawed as all great characters are.
4-star because although I thoroughly enjoyed it, I’m not sure it hits the ‘will definitely read again’ category.
April 14, 2026
It was cute and wrapped almost all of the storylines up as the finale. There is a lot of drag and repetition with the "will-they-or-won't-they" drama (?). So many interruptions as they are almost there - it became quite boring. A few twists and turns as well as yet another parental drama moment. They really treat Piper like she's a teenager instead of 28. An interesting twist with the Vamp-virus as the plot moves on. One thing still left in the breeze is whether or not Cassian is elected Duke. They act as if it's a done deal, but nothing is confirmed. No wrap up with Max and Olivia either.
June 22, 2025
This third and concluding book of the series is a fun read, just right for summer! Noah is as yummy as ever, the straight thinking responsible knight in shining armor, and that's an appropriate description as you will see when you read. Piper is as ditsy as ever until almost the end, where she shows what she's really capable of. There's also a lot of Cassian in this book, old world charm oozing off the page. Could have used a little more wrap up at the end, but that's not enough to take this away from five stars. Where will Shari take us next? I did receive an ARC from the author.
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