Cute book for when the BER months hit
Pumpkin farmer x event planner
Autism spectrum

Says sweetheart a lot

Thank you NetGalley for the arc

I really enjoyed this story! It is the perfect choice to start your autumn reading adventures!
It has everything you want to get into a seasonal mood! Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin farm, seasonal wedding, grumpy/stubborn/funny characters and of course the perfect scenery with the colours of fall!

If you're looking for a story to give you fall vibes then this is the one!

" I hate that we dislike one another immensely and yet he still affects me in a way I have never experienced before. "

2.5⭐️ The cover of this is absolutely adorable, but unfortunately the book itself was all over the place for me. Some moments were heartfelt and made me start to feel invested, but then so many other moments fell flat.

Both MCs were rude to each other to the point where it felt borderline like bullying. And while I did really appreciate some aspects of the hero’s autism representation, I found it odd that he labeled himself out loud within a minute of meeting her and then it felt like that was used as the reason why he got away with swearing at her and saying some lowkey fatphobic comments. I just didn’t believe that Wren would want to dig deeper to get to know and fall for him when he was SO rude to her through a good chunk of the book. Not saying the representation was bad by any means, but I’m just sure how I felt about some of the aspects of it.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a free eARC in exchange for an honest review.

𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚: ★ ★ ★ ★
𝗔𝗥𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪:

Cozy, Warm and Sweet…that’s what this book was from start to finish. Grumpy x Sunshine is always a favorite in a cute little romance read. This was fast paced and such a great setting and storyline. I read a book before this that gave me the same vibes and I feel that I am now in my autumn fall era. This gave me too, Gilmore Girls vibes and perfect for a little movie. Wren and August are too adorable. If you love a cute cozy read that lets you live on a pumpkin farm and watching a love slow burn to the end then this is definitely for you.

𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗦: Small Town, Autumn, Gilmore Girls Vibes, Fast Read, Cute Romcom, Dual POV, Opposites Attract, Slow Burn, Grumpy Farmer (MC).

Large thank you to our Author, NetGalley as well as HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter | One More Chapter

The cover and title on this one gave me all the cozy vibes, so I naturally had to pick it up. It was indeed cozy but the story lacked depth. I enjoyed it enough to finish but felt it could have more depth to engage readers more.

This was a cute, cozy read with plenty of autumn charm and a fun grumpy-sunshine dynamic between the FMC and MMC. The banter and seasonal setting made it enjoyable, though overall it wasn’t especially memorable. A sweet story if you’re in the mood for a light, feel-good romance.

What a cute and fun read this was.

If you’re in the mood for a cute romance with cozy autumn and Stars Hollow vibes then you’ll love this.

Gus and Wren were so adorably perfect!

They’re complete opposites but work so well together, well after all the bickering that is.

He’s grumpy and keeps himself to himself after past events taught him it’s best to be that way. She’s quirky and to the point and loves to plan parties.

When Wren comes across the farmhouse at the pumpkin patch she knows straight away it would be the perfect place to host the party for her friend. All she needs to do is persuade the handsome grumpy farmer to say yes.

I absolutely adored reading their story and the neurodivergent perspective was a great insight to how he lives and feels.

This author brought us two different characters that were so easy to love and a lovely storyline too.

I will definitely be reading more from this author on the future.

A very cute, cosy Autumnal read. Interesting character development, cute small town vibes and a whole heap of grumpy-sunshine. What more could you ask for! A great way to start my Autumn reading.

A huge thank you to netgalley, the publisher and the author for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

If you’re looking for a book with all the cosy Autumn, pumpkin patch, farm vibes.. look no further. This book screams pumpkin spice lattes and fuzzy blankets on a crisp September day.

This novel follows main characters Wren - a party planner sunshine and Gus (August) - a grumpy pumpkin farmer as they navigate each other and party plans on his family’s farm, while he’s injured.

Some highlights for me were the setting and atmosphere (it really did shine through with small town charm and it was so cosy), the representation (I feel as though the author tried to represent ASD as best as she could), and the plot and structure (simple and sweet, perfect for a light comfort read with a warm mug of tea), and the overall tone of the book gave total sweater-season vibes. I also love a dual POV so we get both sides of the story, so that was a huge plus.

Some of the things I did not enjoy as much was the character banter (I felt like Wren and Gus were perhaps a little too mean to each other which distracted me from any chemistry they may have had. The actual chemistry was hard for me to find here, sadly.), some of the plot was pretty repetitive (Though, that could have been an intentional choice), Wren didn’t seem like she did much of her own work, and I felt like there was a great opportunity to get to know some of the side characters a bit better but we only got to know them at surface level. I would have loved to get to know the side characters better, I’d love to see another book in the same world featuring some side characters!

One of my absolute favourite parts about the book was that it began with a playlist of some songs I love and some new ones/ones I’ve skipped in the past but listened to that I also enjoyed.

Overall, it delivered what was promised and it was a great way to get me into sweater-weather mode. 🧡☕🍂

DNF.

What a 30-year-old woman call her best friend biatch? Seriously, what the hell?

and let's not even delve into the "It's okay, though, A dry spell is never forever. At least that's what my dad always tells me." PLEASE LORD HAVE HIM TALK ABOUT THE WEATHER. i'm still not convinced though.

The characters were very immature for the most part and I couldn't really get into this book. They were all annoying. The FMC was just thinking with her vagina most of the time and her behaviour didn't spire any confidence or trust. I mean if this was a real-life event planner, I wouldn't trust her with ANYTHING.

This was a fun fall read! I enjoyed the story line and the plot was also cute. It kept me somewhat engaged but I was able to put the book down when needed. I’d recommend to everyone who liked a cozy fall read!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy to honestly Review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

So, I love fall books. I love Hallmark movies. I wanted to love this book. It had all the elements that should have made it a book I couldn't put down. Small town with cozy vibes. A hot farmer. A party planner. Typical conflict and lead up to a love story. It's just that I didn't love the writing. The story was set in the Eastern states, but the author must have been British because I've literally never seen someone use WHILST so much in a book. Like constantly. It drove me crazy. It actually made me angry after awhile. I don't think anyone uses while that often, let alone whilst. The characters were okay. The setting was great. The story was just okay. A nice fall read, but it wasn't one I'd pick up again.

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5

This was a cute fall read. I definitely lured in by the cover and tropes, but the small town, fall romance got me in the mood for the change of season. The dynamic between the FMC and MMC was great. I also appreciated the autism rep.

Read if you like:
- Fall Vibes
- Small Town
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Autism/Neurodivergent Rep

I love the cover and the title of this book and OMG I absolutely adored this book and the autumnal vibes - I loved the portrayal of the MMC and how the FMC and the MMC interacted - a fabulous light read perfect for this time of year

There’s Pumpkin About You is a delightful small-town romance that wraps you in warmth from the very first page. Athena Carstairs has crafted a story that’s not only cozy and comforting but also gently explores delicate themes with grace and sensitivity.
Long after finishing the book, I found myself thinking about Wren and Gus as if they were old friends. Their emotional journeys felt real, and the way they supported each other through life’s challenges added depth to the story without ever feeling heavy.
Sure, the premise of the meet-cute felt slightly weak, and parts of the story raised unanswered questions, but as a light read it is still very enjoyable.
Carstairs’ writing style is inviting and tender, making this a perfect read for a quiet weekend or a crisp autumn evening. It’s the kind of book that leaves you with a full heart and a smile, and I’m already looking forward to reading more from this author.
Another wonderful release from One More Chapter and I’m grateful for the opportunity to read an advance copy through NetGalley.

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woof. there's so many things i could say about this book, but let me preface it with that i appreciate the author's note in the beginning saying she attempted to research autistic traits to build her character because i know without having first hand experience trying to convey something in writing is difficult.

with that said though, the way she wrote august was incredibly difficult to read. as someone with autism, i try not to be too judgmental when it comes to author's writing a character they don't know as much about, but this felt like someone slapped me. august was blatantly rude and argumentative in a way that had nothing to do with where he was on the spectrum. he was just an asshole and tbh he fucking knew it too. you don't get to use your disorder or trauma to beat other people down emotionally. that's shitty and inexcusable behavior and he should've been checked on that shit immediately by his brothers.

i really wanted to like this book because the premise was adorable and wren was such a caring & likable character. the pumpkin patch was the perfect setting for fall & the ending was very sweet, but overall i couldn't get past august's character.

A hideous portrayal of an autistic man. Every aspect of his autism is negative, and his internal monologue is shocking. The female character speaks to him like he's a piece of dirt on her shoe, and the entire party planning plot makes no sense because she doesn't plan anything. Love the name, love the cover, but this is appallingly bad. Sorry to the publisher but this is awful.

This book was adorable and easy to read. I loved the banter between Wren and Gus. There were some points where I questioned the dialogue (no one says "whilst" in everyday speak), but overall it was well done. The setting is where this book shines. I love the pumpkin farm and the little town, and all the other people and places in the book that make it feel so homey. Plus, who doesn't love a grumpy pumpkin farmer in autumn!? 
Gus is autistic, and the representation here is pretty well done. I appreciate all the notes about the idea of normal and how having a "disorder" isn't actually bad. I also loved the found family aspects and the emotional healing that takes place. This was a really fun book to read, and I enjoyed watching Wren and Gus together.

This is such a cute, cosy, autumn read. Tropes include small town, grumpy x sunshine, possessive MMC, forced proximity.

Giving Pumpkin Spice Cafe vibes but with diversity.
It really is a cosy read, but I did feel something was missing. I would love for there to be more yearning, more angst.

The characters were likeable and I was rooting for them the whole way through. I love the way they just fit, and accepted each other without judgement.

I also liked the side characters and can see that this book expanding into a series. Maybe following August's brothers. I would quite like to see more of them.

It was nice to see autism represented in a main character. With discussions around his feelings, how people persevere him, and how his mind works.

Thank you to one more chapter, harper Collins for the advanced copy.

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁:

This was a refreshing read. The MMC has the weight of the world on his shoulders & FMC struggles with anxiety. This book sheds light on these topics and normalizes differences and not being able to handle it all alone. I also loved the strong message that differences are a strength not a flaw! Throw in fall vibes, pumpkins, small town and this is a perfect fall read.

𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬:

Wren plans to throw her bestie the best 30th birthday ever. The plan is an autumn themed party and after visiting the Goldleaf Farm Pumpkin Farm she knows it’s the perfect backdrop to this party plus they have all the pumpkins she needs for the decor. The only issue is the grumpy owner, August who’s opposed to any party.

But Wren is a stubborn gal and proposes a trade off. She will help fix up the farms barn and turn it into an event space in return to using it for her party. The only issue is the timeline will be tight. August reluctantly agrees but he has his own struggles as he’s recovering from an injury and is falling further and further behind on the farm.

Wren and August will have to work together and learn to accept plans sometimes looks different than you expected in this Fall-icious (fall+delicious) romance.

𝙁𝙖𝙫 𝙌𝙪𝙤𝙩𝙚:

“I don’t regret anything because it gave me you, sweetheart.”

𝑳𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒔 𝒀𝒐𝒖’𝒍𝒍 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅:

* Grumpy x Sunshine
* Party Planner FMC
* Injured Pumpkin Farmer MMC
* Daily Coffee Delivery
* Neurodivergent & Anxiety Rep
* Stubborn vs Stubborn
* Small Town: Eaglewood
* Dual POV - Slow Burn w: Spice

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