I love the title and the cover is absolutely beautiful. This is a sweet charming book, the writing is uncomplicated. It’s a fast simple read, but seems more geared to a Y book than adult fiction.

This was every bit as delightful and heart-warming as The Spellshop before it without being a re-hash of the same thing. This time with even more sentient plants! Beware- you will be craving honey cake at every turn!

Sarah Beth Durst’s, The Enchanted Greenhouse, is not only a fantastic addition to the story following the aftermath of the burning of the Great Library of Alyssium, but also a new favorite of mine within the world of cozy fantasy. With its lush and descriptive world-building to the multilayered, exquisite cast of characters, that made this story mesmerizing, this novel will satisfy the human need for connection whether it be through an outstretched hand or leaf.

The story follows Terlu Perna, the rebel librarian who broke the law by creating Caz the sentient spider plant from the first novel. Readers who were curious to know what became of her, such as myself, will be happy to hear the once statufied librarian is now, well, unstatufied. Terlu is quick to learn that she is not alone on this snow covered island. Yarrow, the handsome, reclused, shoulder shrugging gardener is the only other island occupant. Prickly Yarrow offers her warmth, shelter, and fresh, delicious honey cakes while also encouraging Terlu to find away off the island.

Terlu knows she cannot return to her old home, given she is a convicted criminal and should still be a statue as punishment for her crime. She now must learn what her purpose is in this second chance at life on the island of Belde. Over time, Terlu becomes enamored for the islands enchanted greenhouse and the plants that inhabit it. Soon she realizes the magic that is keeping the greenhouse thriving is crumbling around her.

Terlu must decide if she is willing to break the law once again to save her new friends, blossoming new romance, and the island she now calls home.

When I learned there would be a sequel to The Spellshop, I was immediately ecstatic, especially because The Spellshop was one of my favorite books of 2024. I felt that this book was telling my story: a curvy gardening librarian who was trying to find their way in the world after having their world turned upside. Sure it included a winged cat, talking plants, a magical greenhouse, and a stoic gardener love interest that may not be present in my own life, but the friendships built between those who love something so strongly, they are willing to sacrifice everything for the cause is something I can connect with on a personal level.

Durst’s care for the lush and detailed world she’s built along with her diverse cast of characters will continue to draw me in as a reader. She not only incorporates fantasy, slice of life, and romance in a balanced way, but she also gives readers hope that there is always a light and a friend at the end of a dark tunnel.

If you’re looking for a slow burn enchanting romance with talking plants and a story about getting a second chance at finding your purpose, this books for you! This book can be read as a standalone novel, but i personally recommend reading The Spellshop first to feel thd full impact of Terlu’s story. The callback to the first novel definitely made me teary-eyed.

I want to thank Mrs. Durst for entrusting me with a ARC of this novel. This book, along with The Spellshop, are stories I will look forward to rereading when I’m feeling lost and in need of some hope. And also a novel I will be recommending to library patrons!

This book is so wonderfully cozy and full of hope.
I dare say even better than The Spellshop (which I loved a lot).
The characters and story just wove together so well, I can't wait to see what story comes next from this world.

One thing that Sarah Beth Durst does so well is to submerse her readers into her fantasy world. I was able to see, hear, smell and even feel what Terlu experienced. I was sad that I didn’t get to revisit some of my favorite characters from The Spellshop, but I did get to meet some wonderful new friends. Maybe there will be a book three that will bring all of these great characters together??? I can only hope.

Thank you NetGalley and Bramble for this digital arc in exchange for my honest review which is not affiliated with any brand.

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This is the first time I've stepped outside of my normal go to genres and read fantasy. I'm a plant lady which is what drew me in and want to read this one to begin with. While I am glad that I decided to read the Enchanted Greenhouse as it was a charming & cozy read, it dragged on for a little longer than anticipated and didn't grip my attention until the end like I'm used to. I do want to thank Netgalley and the publisher Bramble for allowing me the opportunity to get an ARC of this book though. I have now been introduced to the fantasy world! Just hope that my next fantasy read is not as slow paced and has more adventure.

I was super excited to get this Arc from NetGalley. I absolutely loved the Enchanted Greenhouse! I cannot thank the author enough for bringing this world to life! If your looking for a cosy fantasy that’s about second chances with magical creatures on an amazing island this one’s for you.

Terlu and Yarrow are so inspiring, sending a strong message of hope and finding a place in the world where you truly belong.

Lotti and Dendy will forever hold a special place in my heart 💚

This was such a sweet story and definitely embodies what a cozy fantasy is supposed to be. Terlu’s story started out terrible with what happened to her but I loved how she did not let that dampen her mood to some degree but you could still tell if effected her. I also loved the talking plants and the greenhouses. The greenhouses opened up a world of possibilities and yet with them failing a need to fix something even if you are scared.
I will admit while I did love this story, I did love The Spellshop more. But I definitely will be picking up future books and hopefully we will see more of the islands in the future.

** I did receive this book as an Arc from NetGalley for review.**

I have been looking forward to this book! The found family, second chances and gardening magic made this book so fun to read. The sentient plants in this book make me seriously wish magic was real!

Sarah Beth Dursts The Enchanted Greenhouse is nothing short of is a cozy embrace wrapped up in a book. I fell in love with this world in The Spellshop, one of my favorite reads of 2024, so when I got approved for this ARC I was so happy to jump back into it. This was one of my most anticipated books of the year, if not the most anticipated- and it did not dissapoint! I loved the whimsical nature of this, the greenhouses were an absolute dream. I mean pollonator dragons?? Singing flowers?? an OCEAN room complete with a sea turtle?? Couldn't ask for more- Definitely the type of book you wish you could jump into and live. I loved the sentient plants in this, if Caz was your favorite character in The Spellshop, you're going to love this book.

My only issue with this book was it was a little slow for me, I expected a more dramatic climax than a greenhouse failure, but it did not take away from how thoroughly I enjoyed this book. Cozy fantasy will always be a favorite genre, and Sarah Beth Durst has cemented herself a must-read for me, I will definitely be checking out her other work!

The Enchanted Greenhouse left me feeling...well, enchanted. It was a cozy, sweet story that makes you feel hopeful and happy at the end. Hearing about Terlu in the previous book, the SpellShop, was so sad and the fact that we now get insight into her story both before and after SpellShop was amazing. I loved Yarrow, the gardener, and all the other sentient plant characters. From now on, Sarah Beth Durst will be my go-to whenever I need a break from the seriousness and heaviness of other romantasy books.

I was so excited to be approved for this ARC. I adored the Spellshop and was so thrilled for another chance to enter that world. Plus, a book with a librarian main character is right up my alley! While I did enjoy The Spellshop just a bit more, I found The Enchanted Greenhouse to be a fun, cozy read. I will definitely be recommending this come July upon its release.

While I liked The Spellshop just a bit more, The Enchanted Greenhouse didn’t disappoint. This is more a companion story, rather than a sequel. I loved getting to return to the world introduced in the previous novel, and to focus on a different environment and cast of characters. While the setting is very clearly a fantasy world, the characters and their interactions with one another, their growth and healing are much more central to the story than any major world-building. I’d recommend this book to anyone looking to lose themself in a cozy, feel-good story.

Delightful! After reading The Spellshop, I was very excited to get access to The Enchanted Greenhouse as a galley read (Much thanks to NetGalley and Tor Publishing!). In The Spellshop, Caz was my favorite character, so I was curious to learn more about the woman who created him in the Great Library of Alyssium in this book. I was not disappointed to learn how smart, resourceful, and caring Terlu Perna is. When she gains consciousness on an unfamiliar island covered in a series of enchanted greenhouses and cared for by the grumpy Yarrow, she has to figure out where she is, why she is there, how much time has passed, and what her contribution to this island in crisis might be. The magical elements, creatures, and spellwork created by Sarah Beth Durst are so fun! I appreciate the detail that goes into describing the grammar and linguistics of spellwork. As a future librarian, I aspire to have as much passion, dedication, and care in my work as Terlu Perna has (if only I could also experience the magic)! Definitely a fun read for those looking for a cozy, funny, lightly dramatic, magical story.

The Enchanted Greenhouse is a cute, cozy and romantic story of one character and her undying love for their home as well as the people they love. Sarah Beth Durst delivers a humorous and fantastical story that blends fantasy and humor as well as a pinch of romance.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy!! As a librarian, I love a book that has a librarian main character. What a fun little romp with some surprisingly tear inducing moments.

This was the absolute sweetest, most inspiring and adorable cozy read! Terlu is a librarian on trial for using magic to bring a spider plant to life, because she was lonely. She’s sentenced to be turned into a statue and left in the library she worked in. After a time of being trapped, she wakes up on a strange island with a pretty extensive greenhouse. She meets Yarrow, the gardener, and her life takes a big turn. The story is full of magical plants, the most incredible greenhouse and unexpected romance. I loved the whole world of the greenhouse and all the magical plants and their personalities, which are pretty deep for plants. Terlu & Yarrow are adorable and the overall message of hope and finding the place and people that will accept you as you are, was wonderful and heartwarming (which wasn’t something I thought I would love as much as I did). Utter delight to read and perfect escape to a world I’d love to visit.

Thank you to NetGalley & Bramble for allowing me to read and review this novel.

Thanks to NetGalley, the Publisher and Author for an eARC of this title in exchange for my review.

The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst is the follow up novel I didn't know I needed, but totally did and liked even more. Although the story is a standalone cosy fantasy romance, having read The Spellshop helped give context to some of the references mentioned.

The author absolutely shines telling Terlu's story, which takes place in the same universe as The Spellshop. The lush and beautiful setting allows the reader to slip back into the magical world of librarians and sentient plants, on a new island. The heartwarming result is a deeply charming romantasy about loneliness, loss, vulnerability, coming together, intimacy, sharing and ultimately community.
What a great book!

Loved this cozy fantasy! On par with the authors other cozy fantasy book, but a different dynamic with the main characters. Loved the world building!

If The Spellshop left you wanting more, The Enchanted Greenhouse is a perfect continuation of Durst's magical world!

Terlu, creator of sentient spider plant Caz, was turned into a statue for her crimes. But Terlu awakens on an abandoned island filled with fantastical green houses, a flying cat, and a grumpy gardener.

A sweet and cozy dip back into the world of Alyssium, I can't wait for another installment!