Briseis lives with her mothers in Brooklyn and possesses a unique gift – plants seem to come back to life and flourish just by her looking at them. The family struggles with finances until Bri inherits an estate from an aunt. They decide to leave Brooklyn and try their hand at rural living. Perhaps this time, Bri can let her powers bloom and form friendships along the way.

This book was an unexpected delight. It had all the makings of a captivating read: intriguing magic, mysterious lore inspired by Greek mythology, and strong representation with black girl magic and queer moms. Speaking of those moms, they were hilarious and stole the show. I found myself enjoying their characters more than even the protagonist, though that might be due to my not being the target audience.

While it may not have been the greatest read, it was still entertaining and filled with lush descriptions of (poisonous) plants. The writing style may have had some flaws, and not all the characters were as developed as others. Additionally, the ending felt rushed with some unnecessary additions, and the cliffhanger at the end was not my favorite. Nonetheless, I would still recommend this book.