Where the Flowers Bloom: Haven

by Flora Wilder

She fled heartbreak and bought a falling-down farmhouse in the middle of small-town nowhere.

The plan: start a flower farm among the rolling hills of the Palouse, immerse herself in solitude, no distractions—just the company of her opinionated cat, Duke.

The reality: hilariously quirky townspeople, a sisterhood that adopts her, a neighbor who hosts magical moon parties, and him—a literal cinnamon-roll hero… except with muffins.

Leo owns the town hardware store, but this small-town country boy is more than he seems, and around him, Chloe’s awkward mouth can’t stop betraying her.

Between town chaos, a porch with an existential crisis, emotional-support gremlins, a rubber chicken named Gerti (gifted with zip ties—don’t ask), and a startling muffin declaration, Chloe realizes she’s found her people.

Even when the past tries to catch up, Chloe discovers putting down roots might just open a future she can bloom into.

Small-town rom-com magic with big heart, steamy slow-burn tension, and a found family you’ll wish was yours

Fans of Lucy Score and Tessa Bailey will devour this one

Where the Flowers Bloom is book one in the Haven Series

Genres: Rom Com, Romance

350 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 10, 2025

Reviews

[N Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

All the small town charm and quirks one would expect (think Gilmore Girls & Hart of Dixie), but also carries a tender depth that moved me. Between the heart and humour there is a very real and relatable carrying of loss and grief. The story is beautiful and is backed up by one my favourite casts I’ve read in a long time. The authors creates a wonderful (and sometimes magic - moon party I’m looking at you) world for the female protagonist to heal, grow and love within. The love story feels authentic and the characters are well developed. This is not surface, the characters have depth and leaves you thinking about them after the book is finished. I am invested and book 2 must come soon. Wilder’s prose is thoughtful, sometimes lyrical and is punctuated by many very meaningful and deep insights. The pace is great, juxtaposing the quirky town humour with the PTSD carried by the main female lead, all the while the love story graduates from first nervous encounters to a well earned steam and spice as the book goes on. A very powerful ending seals the deal. Wilder is a real author with emotional depth and a balanced lashing of fun.

[Melanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good friend recommended this first book by a new author to me. I went in with no preconceived expectations. I usually know something about the author beforehand. From the first chapter to the last, it held me enthralled by the depth of Chloe and Leo, the way their pasts defined them and the struggles to overcome them. The dialog was quirky and fun to read and the character development was phenomenal! I very much enjoyed getting to know all the different townspeople
and how they all interacted. And if a story can make me laugh and cry and feel all the feels, that's an author I will wait impatiently for the next book to come out! It's been a long time since I've read a book that has held my interest all the way thru and made me want to write a review! Absolutely loved it!

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haven Where the Flowers Bloom was such a sweet book, full of small town charm and quirky characters that are full of life that’ll make you laugh & smile. Leo & Chloe were just the couple that I needed in my life. Chloe is running from something and as the story unfolds it’ll make you cry & understand more about her wanting her Flower Farm. She needs to put down these roots. Leo is the perfect partner for her. ❤️❤️

This book will have readers wanting to read book 2 right away to get more of Haven.

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was beautifully written and definitely pulled at my heart strings. I typically don’t do well with main characters who are a bit helpless, but Chloe has nothing but love from me for all that she’s been through. Fingers crossed the next book is about Dusty because he is the Labrador boyfriend we all need.

[Floraljoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Touching:
This was a wonderful book, rich in emotion and meaningful dialogue. There was just the right amount of craziness and fun to balance out the more serious aspects. I loved the fun and quirky small town residents, who despite being nosey, had wonderful community spirit and caring hearts. Chloe and Leo made an adorable couple and I was rooting for them all the way.
I enjoyed this author's lyrical way of writing and it had a type of maturity, which was quite incredible given that this was her debut novel. I definitely look forward to reading more books by this talented author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[TrisReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love a debut novel that’s part of a series. It paints a vivid and hopeful portrait of a small community where life is messy, healing is possible, and beauty grows in the most unexpected places. Chloe moves to the small town of Haven to start a flower farm. She meets an incredible cast of characters. This story has Gilmore Girls vibes (complete with town hall meetings) in an eccentric weird and lovable town. It also has Hart of Dixie vibes with its country charm setting. I loved every minute can’t wait for book 2!

[Katie Parmenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding!

This book was absolutely amazing! It was hard to put it down! The story is so beautiful. I look forward to what the author does in the future!

[Lauren Golding · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun read. I love a book that takes you on an emotional roller coaster. These characters and the real life situations. Can’t wait for book 2.

[Kiki Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a reader who loves emotional, character-driven stories with a strong sense of place, Haven: Where the Flowers Bloom absolutely captivated me. Flora Wilder’s debut paints a vivid and hopeful portrait of a small community where life is messy, healing is possible, and beauty grows in the most unexpected places.

From the opening pages, I was drawn into Haven, a town full of history, secrets, and the kind of charm that deep roots bring. Wilder’s descriptions of the flower farm, fields of wild blooms, and changing seasons felt so tangible I could almost smell the earth after rain. Her prose is lyrical without being overdone; she balances emotion and pace beautifully. She is a master at letting you feel, from awkwardness to love.

The characters are the heart of this novel. Each one carries wounds, some visible, some hidden, but Wilder gives them space to grow and find connection. I especially loved Chloe and Dee’s relationship; her journey toward self-forgiveness and belonging felt both honest and inspiring. There were moments that surprised me (in the best way), and others that made me stop and reflect.

Fans of small-town charm like Gilmore Girls and Virgin River will fall in love with Haven. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy contemporary women’s fiction filled with heart, community, and second chances. I can’t wait for Flora Wilder’s next story in the Haven universe!

Highly recommended for anyone who believes that healing and hope can bloom anywhere. 🌸

[Cora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful story!

Just a lovely book about two people, Leo and Chloe, who find each other and fall in love. The book takes place in the small town of Haven. It's full of quirky characters that are all endearing in their own way. Flora Wilder has created a place and a group of people who I hope to visit again.

[Makayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omgosh, Chloe thought she was escaping into solitude, but she got the complete opposite, but in the best way possible. I fell in love with this town and the people. That way they took her in and lived her without question. Made her family without being overbearing. I felt this deep in my heart. And Chloe deserved every bit of it, especially after everything she’d been through. This was the sweetest story ever. I can’t wait to read the next book.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!! This was fanfuckingtastic and I cannot wait to read more of this series! Where the Flowers Bloom has so much more depth than the average small-town romance. This is a realistic story of loss, trauma, personal growth, and finding home. Chloe Harper moves to Haven for a much-needed fresh start, and with the support of her new-found community, builds her dreams of a flower farm. Chloe’s story feels very real and details the depth of her loss and PTSD. The pain and sadness of Chloe’s past is perfectly balanced with so much laughter, magical small-town events and overall community love. The characters are relatable with depth, history and flaws. Between Leo’s painful childhood, his quick wit, loyalty, patience, and overall his compassion for Chloe, I easily fell in love with his character too. I LOVE the humorous banter between the brotherhood (Leo, Dusty, Thomas, Declan and Miles) and the sisterhood (Chloe, Tami, Dee, Shayla, Willow and Zoey). Reading this book made me want to live somewhere like Haven, to be part of such a wonderfully supportive community and sisterhood. I especially want to participate in the next moon party!!! I will most definitely be pre-ordering the next book in this series and cannot wait to read more!


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· Some of my favorite parts of this book include: Leo’s honoring of his grandfather and keeping the hardware store open and function, but still pursing his passion of baking in the loft above the hardware store.

· Dee’s badass character who goes above and beyond to defend Chloe.

· The book club women/sisterhood. I hope to learn more about each of the characters in the books to come!

· All of the scenes involving Tami and Thomas! Tami is the real-life family godmother we all wish we had. Thomas is a young, accident prone goof-ball, who provides so much laughter.

· Chloe’s character growth throughout the novel is by far my favorite part of the book. In the beginning Chloe is battling depression and PSTD. Chloe’s self-confidence grows throughout the book, and I especially love the part where she courageously stands nude in front of Leo exposing her scars. Leo’s response in this moment was perfect, made me tear up and fall even more in love with his character. I also love how Chloe stands up for herself in Chapter 33. As Leo said, she never needed to be rescued because she was her own hero.

· I really enjoyed all of the quotes at the beginning of each chapter too! So many of the quotes resonate.


Favorite quotes:

· “Emotional support crustacean…looks like the type that sleeps on clean laundry and judges your life choices” – Thomas about Duke the Chloe’s cat

· “celebratory lunges with the rake, like it was a saber” – Flora Wilder

· “Barb gave a polite, tight-lipped smile. ‘I’m sure your friend can handle herself just fine.’ ‘She can,’ Dee said, leaning in slightly, “but I’d prefer she didn’t have to handle you. So, here’s the deal: If I hear so much as a passive-aggressive pamphlet gets slid her way. I’ll be back faster than you can say postal misconduct. Capisce?” – Dee

· “He was hit in the head a lot when we played football in high school, and I’m afraid he’s never recovered.” - Declan explaining Dusty’s behavior

· “She stopped on a blank page and slowly wrote: I think I needed to fall apart to realize what I’m made of. She started at it a moment. Then, almost without thinking, she added: And maybe this house, this land, isn’t here to fix me. Maybe it’s just here to hold me while I try.” - Chloe

· “Some memories are louder than others…no need to be sorry for surviving them” – Willow to Chloe

· “You’re not broken, Chloe. You’re carrying something heavy. That doesn’t make you weak. It makes you real. And nobody here is judging you for feeling what you need to feel.” - Leo

· “He’s like a gangly little puppy, all arms and legs and desperately loyal.” - Leo describing Thomas

· “You are not a burden. You’re part of something now. Let people show up for you.” – Tami to Chloe

· “Climb that tree of a man like your life depends on it. For women everywhere. DO HIM.” – Dee to Chloe

· “Grief didn’t care about timing or outfits. It just arrives. Quiet and heavy” – Flora Wilder

· “‘That is an unauthorized chicken!’ she bellowed, pointing at a large inflatable poultry figure drifting into view behind a local FFA float.”– Barb at the Founder’s Day parade

· “That’s the thing about real care. Sometimes it means standing still when everything in you wants to chase.” – Tami to Leo

· “Well, I don’t think you’re broken. I think you’re a fucking greenhouse. Warm and soft and full of growing things. Some people go their whole lives never sharing their pain, but you – you did. And you took all that pain, and look at all this…you made something beautiful out of it.” – Tami to Chloe

· “Operation Muffin Deployment” – Dee to Chloe

· “Then she made a decision and stepped back. She shut her eyes tight. Without a word, she let the jacket fall from her hands. The tank top slid from her fingers right after, pooling on the floor at her feet. The moonlight from the window washed across her skin, and she knew it would reveal the most of it. Still, she kept her eyes closed. Silently, she reached for the waistband of her skirt and slid it down her legs. She stood there in nothing but a bra and a triangle of blue lace underwear and five scars.” – Flora Wilder

· “Somewhere between the mess and the muffins, she’d fallen in love – not just with the house or the land, but with the town, and the people in it. This was more than a new start. It was hers.” – Flora Wilder

· “Dusty was in a comprising angle with the rooster and she yelled we should repent.” – Dusty speaking to Chloe about cleaning up a neighbor’s yard after the storm

· “I think sometimes, when you grow up like you did, with someone who made you feel like you were a burden just for existing, you start thinking love has to be earned. That you gotta hustle for scraps of kindness. That if you work hard enough, behave right, fix everything, maybe someone’ll choose you. But that’s not love, man. That’s survival. Real family? They don’t need you to be perfect. They just need you to be you. Mess and all…Wally got that. He saw who you were and never asked you to prove it. And now you’ve got people – Chloe, me, hell, half this town – who’d stand in front of a moving train for you and not ask a single damn question…you’re not from some broken place, Leo. You were just born out of someone who didn’t see your worth. But the rest of us? We see it clear as day.” – Dusty to Leo

· “…there are different places life grows. It’s not just in the dirt. It’s in love, in friendships, in community. Maybe all of you…maybe you’re the soil I needed.” – Chloe to Leo

· “You never needed rescuing, Chloe. You just needed the space to bloom.” – Leo to Chloe

· “I thought…maybe Wally could look after her…and maybe we can leave some of our pain here. Visit it when we need to, but not carry it every day.” – Leo to Chloe

[Kayla Hasbrook · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a treat to find a book that makes me feel all the feels. I genuinely laughed and cried. The insecurities, the healing, the friendships and girl talk… all super relatable. It was easy to picture myself in the sweet town of Haven and I look forward to the next books in the series. I fell in love with all the characters! Well, maybe not everyone…I’m looking at you, “Town B’s”!

[Amanda Dixon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a sweet book! Very Virgin River/Gilmore Girls-esque! It felt so refreshing to read a book written about kind characters and community showing up for each other. The story was captivating and never boring. I loved it.

[Kelly Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’ve ever seen one of my book reviews, you already know that small-town romance is 10,000% my jam. And this one? Ughhh. What a read. I absolutely loved it.

Where the Flowers Bloom is a beautifully written story, and for a debut novel.......my gosh! The emotion pours straight off the page. This book explores so much with care and depth: loss, trauma, personal growth, finding home, and finding your person. Every feeling lands.

Chloe escapes heartbreak by buying a falling-down farmhouse in the middle of small-town nowhere, determined to start a flower farm and live quietly with only her opinionated cat, Duke for company. Naturally, that plan implodes in the best way possible. Instead, she finds hilariously quirky townspeople, a found-family sisterhood, a neighbour who throws magical moon parties—and Leo.

Leo owns the town hardware store and is a total cinnamon-roll hero (except… with muffins). He’s quietly complex, deeply kind, and completely unprepared for Chloe’s wonderfully awkward mouth. Their story is a slow burn (my favourite), and the emotional payoff is absolutely worth it.

The supporting characters? Flipping fantastic. Duke the cat and his emotional-support crustacean. Dee, Tami, Dusty, and the entire chaotic crew are written to perfection and bring the whole town to life. This truly feels like a place you want to belong to.

Chloe and Leo both carry their fair share of baggage, and watching them actually do the work, especially Chloe....was so satisfying. Character growth matters to me, and this book delivers.

It’s also genuinely funny. Some standout quotes that live rent-free in my head:

“Climb that tree of a man like your life depends on it. For women everywhere. DO HIM.”

“Operation Muffin Deployment.”

“Dusty was in a compromising angle with the rooster and she yelled we should repent.”

This book perfectly sets up the rest of the Haven Series, and I couldn’t wait to dive straight into Dusty’s story.

Honestly? This made me want to move to a small town, start my own flower farm, and find a man capable of doing unspeakable things on a workbench.

[Shannon Hudspeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I ended up reading Where the Flowers Bloom after Books 2 and 3 because my delivery showed up late 🫣 — but honestly, I loved that I could jump right into Leo and Chloe’s story without feeling lost or spoiled on the rest of the series. Flora Wilder writes Haven in a way that immediately makes you feel included, immersed, and emotionally attached to the town and the people in it. By the time I started Book 1, it felt like I was coming home. 🥹🌾✨

This book has all the small-town charm, quirky humor, warmth, and heart you could want, but underneath all of that is a story with real emotional depth. Chloe’s journey felt raw and relatable, and watching her slowly find safety, belonging, and roots inside Haven was beautiful to read.

And Leo… sweet, steady, cinnamon-roll Leo with his muffins and quiet devotion. 🫶🏼 He was the perfect balance to Chloe’s chaos and overthinking, and their chemistry felt natural from the very beginning. The relationship develops in such a comforting, consuming way that you end up completely wrapped up in their world before you realize it.

One of my favorite things about this series is how alive the town feels. The friendships, the humor, the town chaos, the moon parties, the emotional-support gremlins 😂 — all of it makes Haven feel real. Not just like a setting, but a place you wish actually existed.

The spice was perfectly done too. 🔥 Smooth to read, emotionally connected, and layered into the story in a way that made the tension and payoff feel earned instead of rushed.

This series honestly feels like being adopted into a messy, hilarious, deeply loving small-town family, and I already know Haven is going to stay in my head for a long time. 🥰

[Tessa J Thorstenson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Flora Wilder’s debut novel, Where the Flowers Bloom: Haven, announces a fresh new voice in contemporary romance with remarkable confidence. Set in the irresistibly charming town of Haven, the story blends small‑town warmth with deeper emotional undercurrents—dream chasing, trauma, addiction, loss, and the healing power of found family. Wilder manages this balance with a deft hand, creating a narrative that is both heartfelt and uplifting. At the center of the novel are Chloe and Leo, two characters whose journeys toward love and self‑discovery feel authentic and deeply earned. Their chemistry is immediate, but it’s the emotional nuance—quiet moments of vulnerability, hard‑won trust, and the courage to hope again—that gives their story real staying power. Haven itself is a standout character. Wilder populates the town with a diverse, memorable cast, from quirky locals to an opinionated cat who steals scenes with ease. The community’s festivals, traditions, and everyday eccentricities bring a smile to the reader’s face, offering levity even as the novel explores heavier themes. It’s a place that feels lived‑in, comforting, and full of heart. Wilder’s storytelling is emotionally resonant without ever feeling overwrought. Readers can expect to laugh, possibly cry, and ultimately walk away feeling that every emotion was worth it. Fans of Lucy Score’s Blue Moon series will find themselves right at home—Haven offers the same blend of humor, heart, and small‑town magic that keeps readers coming back for more. Where the Flowers Bloom: Haven is a promising debut that showcases Wilder’s talent for crafting layered characters, heartfelt romance, and a community readers will want to revisit. It’s the kind of novel that lingers long after the final page, blooming with warmth and hope.

[Michelle Engelhardt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book as a debut for this indie author is 5 stars all around! It is an easy read but not boring. It grabs you instantly and can feel yourself in Haven as part of the town. Flora Wilder describes everything to the point where you can hear, see, smell and feel the winds of the Palouse wheat fields and the muffins made by Leo.

Chloe moves to the rolling hills of the Palouse in Washington to a small farming town site unseen to start over in life after a life changing tragedy and not-so-great relationship. She struggles with her past and not feeling worthy enough for a new start. She meets a group of townsfolk that become her village navigating through change, hardship and laughter. Especially in Leo, a handsome, hardware store owner. The other people are quirky, fun, and a great group of friends.

This book is immersive in every sense of the word. You can smell the coffee from the local cafe, you can see the golds of wheat fields, you can hear the creaking of the old wood floors in Chloe’s house and you can taste baked goods from Leo’s hardware store. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll feel hope.

I cannot wait for the second book in this series!

[Diona Reilly · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I could give this more than 5 stars I would. I had never heard of this book or this author until about a month ago when I was offered an opportunity to read her fourth book in advance however I needed to read the first three books before the fourth book comes out later this year, so I picked up this first book and let me tell you I was not expecting what I got.
This story is far more than a small town romance. It is depth. It is feeling, it is coming back from grief and rebuilding your life, and it is told in such a real manner that you feel like you are in this small town you feel like you are in the story with the FMC and the MMC. And the secondary characters, the support that they provide to the FMC is outstanding.
I cannot wait to finish this series and learn all about the rest of the characters in more depth, and I could not strongly encourage people to read this book more!!!

[chris fike · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked this up because I needed something soft .. after reading so much dark. This book was the cleanse I needed.

Chloe .. carrying so much hurt and pain building a life of growing to fill her basket

Leo .. strong, kind, steady, a man with many layers with a parent that wins the worst parent ever award

A quirky town that pulls you in an makes you wish you could be part of it.

A cat that rules the home but knows exactly when he is needed to help calm the anxiety.

A best friends for both that are ride or die .. there whenever needed and also just because.

So much humor, love and laughter. I can not wait to read more of this town and the people who find love in it.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Nathalie DeSousa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in this series. I love how the small town feels are what drives the story and makes it all that much heartfelt.
The story of Chloe is one based on a need to start over, refresh,. and leave the demons of the past behind. She wants a quiet life, a safe place, and the peace she craves and finds in flowers. When she meets Leo, she finds a quiet, loyal, protective, supportive soul who also carries ghosts from his past, but who challenges her and brings laughter to her life. The small town vibes, the friends group they all help with the growth of the relationship.

A lovely read that takes you through a rollercoaster of emotions before leading you to a well deserved HEA.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cera Schulke · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book genuinely surprised me in the best way.

I’ve never really been someone who annotates books, but when I tell you these words spoke to me… I found myself wanting to highlight so many moments. I was not only catching myself crying throughout this book, but also laughing out loud—it had such a perfect balance of emotion and humor.

Chloe’s healing journey was so beautiful to read, and it made me so happy seeing her find someone like Leo. Their relationship felt so real, and the slow burn (plus the secondhand embarrassment) was SO palpable—but I loved every minute of it.

And the humor?? The funniest part had to be when Declan said, “Let’s just say Betty fainted and someone called animal control.” I literally giggled so hard.

But the quote that resonated with me the most was: “Now I think there are different places life grows. It’s not just in the first. It’s in love, in friendships, in community.” That line just stuck with me.

Overall, such a heartfelt, emotional read that I’m really glad I picked up.

[Andria · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book and have fallen in love with the town of Haven❤️❤️. I read the book in a total of 3 days, I kept wanting to know what was going to happen next with the characters. I enjoyed the humor and of course the romance. The ending of the book was the icing on the cupcake.
I am looking forward to book #2 and hope it includes a romance for Dusty! I mean if you go to the instagram account for Flora’s books he is pretty hot and someone needs to get with him!

Special thank you to Flora Wilder for writing a book where I could get away from the stress of the world and go to a small town filled with mostly wonderful people 😜

[Johanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 1 of Haven. And a wonderful start it is! Look forward to more from this world.

'Between town chaos, a porch with an existential crisis, emotional-support gremlins, a rubber chicken named Gerti (gifted with zip ties—don’t ask), and a startling muffin declaration, Chloe realizes she’s found her people.'

The characters were very appealing and likeable and quirky and absolutely perfect together. Plot was intriguing and well paced. World building was excellent and solidly drawn. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend.

Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Emily Barnard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a sweet story, I really enjoyed reading about Chloe's new beginning and healing journey.

I really identified with the way her PTSD was written, the journey of her healing through forming new friendships and being able to find roots in the town of Haven.

The relationships between the characters are incredibly nuanced and special allowing snippets of their history and budding relationships to be enjoyed through the course of the story.

I also really enjoyed the slow burn of Chloe and Leo's story as well.

[Ruth Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great introduction to Have, as a City girl myself I was intrigued with the small town energy and delighted to follow Chloe's journey as she moves into this tight knit community

The slow reveal of the main characters past kept me glued.

I was so glad I already knew there were more books in the series as I need to know more.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Christine Goutmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

They say it takes 50 pages to decide if you’re going to like a book. It took me 50 pages to fall in love with a whole town. Every character is someone you want to know, and by page 100, I was ready to pack up the cat and move to Haven. The world of this book is so full of life and love, I just wanted to stay and spend more time with all of them. Thank goodness there are more books so I can!

[Pagescout · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a very sweet story about two characters Leo and Chloe. I really enjoyed that it touched on an important topic and how the author made us feel all the emotions through that. Leo is a sweetheart and I’m very excited to continue to series.

[Sandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Emotional story with lighthearted, amusing, delicious moments. Romance with kindness, vulnerability, tenderness.
Quite involved, opinionated community, assumingly mostly out of goodness of heart.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[LizNReads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried. I laughed. I clenched my fists. I wanted to unalive a fictional character. I fell in love with Leo. And Chloe. And everyone in this dreamy small town. And wow, Flora. This is a great debut novel. Now on to book 2. 🫶