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Yerba Buena by Nina LaCour
4.0

There is so much emotion written in this book, you'd be hard pressed not to leave it with feelings. This was conveyed perfectly on audio - the pain of Sara, the uncertainty of Emilie - all done with glorious inflections from Julia Whelan. Yerba Buena is brought up throughout, both as a plant, a restaurant, and a general theme of growth. Sara and Emilie are so interconnected, though it becomes more clear once their paths actually intersect. I found myself identifying more with Sara's chapters, but it might be because Emilie's plight with depression hits a bit closer to home. It's art about art, be it floral design, mixology, or home renovations, but it's imperfect in the way that all art is. I can't wait to get a physical copy and reread, because I feel like there are so many nuances that I missed. It's herbacious, poignant, and perfect for contemporary readers who want a little more literary fiction in their lineup.

*Thank you to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for the ALC in exchange for my honest review*