The Good
This book is a slow start and if I didn't like the characters especially the main character I probably wouldn't have finished it. I loved Bri. She is so caring and so smart. She both fights her power and wants to embrace it. I related to how socially awkward she was. I also loved Bri's moms! They loved and cared for her so much and complemented each other. Marie was interesting from her very first appearance and she is a bit haunting and creepy.


The Bad
One thing that annoyed me about this book was how Bri was sometimes confused or brushed off the existence of magic. She makes plants grow with her mind and they move with her presence and somehow magic isn't the first thing she thinks of? I was super interested in the magic system in this book but felt like it took so long to get any answers. 70% through the book the audience and Bri barely know anything and every interesting character doesn't tell us anything. It was probably supposed to build suspense but it just annoyed me. The romance was very insta-love and not even in a fun way. Marie and Bri barely interact in any meaningful way and do not cultivate a bond at all. I think the author should have had her take more of the friend role so this could a friends to lover type situation and show a buildup rather than them just liking each other based on looks and vibe.

Format:
Libby — Audiobook

The Rating
I give this book a 3/5