indigo_ewenicorn's review against another edition
3.0
I know it's only a novella, but I wish this one had been longer.
Would really like more story on how they grow trust in each other and with it intimacy.
No spice in this one
Would really like more story on how they grow trust in each other and with it intimacy.
No spice in this one
laurenjodi's review against another edition
2.0
Even Tree Nymphs Get the Blues
2 Stars
Ingrid Asher, a tree nymph, moves to Mystic Bayou to live a solitary and peaceful life selling ice cream out of the newly renovated former post office. But life in the small and quirky town is anything but quiet as the residents insist on including her in their social activities. All's well until Rob Aspern, the hunky mathematician for the League begins showing romantic interest and Ingrid finds herself letting her guard down. Can she trust her secrets and her heart with this stranger?
Very disappointing!
While I usually have a soft spot for prickly heroines, Ingrid is exceedingly unlikable. Some of her reticence is explained by her past, but by that time, her rude, condescending and judgmental attitude has already been established.
Moreover, Ingrid and Rob have zero chemistry. There is absolutely no attraction to speak of and it is unclear why such an obviously caring man would keep pursuing a woman who treats him like the dirt beneath her shoe. He deserves better.
Finally, there is no progression in the ongoing arc surrounding the Rift.
The book's only saving grace is the inclusion of the characters from previous books - Bael and Jillian, and Zed and Dani. Their antics are delightful.
The next installment is a full-length novel with new characters. Hopefully, it will be better.
2 Stars
Ingrid Asher, a tree nymph, moves to Mystic Bayou to live a solitary and peaceful life selling ice cream out of the newly renovated former post office. But life in the small and quirky town is anything but quiet as the residents insist on including her in their social activities. All's well until Rob Aspern, the hunky mathematician for the League begins showing romantic interest and Ingrid finds herself letting her guard down. Can she trust her secrets and her heart with this stranger?
Very disappointing!
While I usually have a soft spot for prickly heroines, Ingrid is exceedingly unlikable. Some of her reticence is explained by her past, but by that time, her rude, condescending and judgmental attitude has already been established.
Moreover, Ingrid and Rob have zero chemistry. There is absolutely no attraction to speak of and it is unclear why such an obviously caring man would keep pursuing a woman who treats him like the dirt beneath her shoe. He deserves better.
Finally, there is no progression in the ongoing arc surrounding the Rift.
The book's only saving grace is the inclusion of the characters from previous books - Bael and Jillian, and Zed and Dani. Their antics are delightful.
The next installment is a full-length novel with new characters. Hopefully, it will be better.
ramakn22's review against another edition
3.0
It was an interesting story, I liked the background of all the supernatural creature types.
I felt, however, like I got a lot of set up for a story that didn't actually happen.
~Edit~ I just found out I read these out of order, this is totally not where this story is supposed to begin and makes a lot more sense as a piece of filler rather than a stand alone story.
I felt, however, like I got a lot of set up for a story that didn't actually happen.
~Edit~ I just found out I read these out of order, this is totally not where this story is supposed to begin and makes a lot more sense as a piece of filler rather than a stand alone story.
pena12488's review against another edition
4.0
I have loved the series of the Mystic Bayou Books! The Author really knows how to show different perspectives of the characters and I love that! The stories are always so unexpected on what the story line will actually entail. All the books have been different. The only reason I gave this book a four star was because it needed so sudden and I thought there would be more to the story. Seems like the author ran out of ideas and ended the book quickly at the end. Besides that the book was great.
dukefn99's review against another edition
4.0
Oh, I could have used a little more of this story. It's the first time I've read about a tree nymph and Ingrid was an interesting character. I feel like Ms Harper just scratched the surface of what she could have done with her story and I hope that she plays a roll in future books. I think Rob was under developed. While there was some romance, Rob seemed to be there mostly as an accessory to Ingrid.
As always, I enjoy the narration of Amanda Ronconi and Jonathan Davis. I did have some issues with their attempts at a Norwegian accent for Ingrid, but otherwise I was happy with their performances.
As an introduction to the series and Mystic Bayou, it doesn't work. But as part of the series, it's a good addition. I just wish it was a little longer and more developed.
As always, I enjoy the narration of Amanda Ronconi and Jonathan Davis. I did have some issues with their attempts at a Norwegian accent for Ingrid, but otherwise I was happy with their performances.
As an introduction to the series and Mystic Bayou, it doesn't work. But as part of the series, it's a good addition. I just wish it was a little longer and more developed.
littlemisslibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
A great story! The characters and the setting seemed like it was all real!
rmbussa's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
shinysue's review
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Another unlikable couple. It has a HEA but it's more of a HFN since there's no indication that her hotheadedness will cool off. He's definitely too good for her. Though thr fact that he continues to pursue her even after it's obvious that she's not ready for a relationship, is also kind of ick.