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Pub Date Aug 22 2025 | Archive Date Aug 29 2025

Description

One determined party planner + one grumpy pumpkin farmer = a fall to remember…

Given the chance to plan her bestie’s 30th birthday bash, Wren Southwick is determined to create an experience so big and so bold that the name of her party planning business spreads beyond the confines of her own small town.

The key to her plan? The Finch family’s Goldleaf Pumpkin Farm. It’s not just the perfect venue but also the perfect supply partner for the autumnal-themed bash Wren envisions. But to get what she wants – and needs – she’ll have to get gorgeous grouch August Finch on board.

The table is set, and the battle is about to begin … but who will fall first?

One determined party planner + one grumpy pumpkin farmer = a fall to remember…

Given the chance to plan her bestie’s 30th birthday bash, Wren Southwick is determined...


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I absolutely adore this book. Such a cute fall romance.
The storyline revolves around Gus, who runs a pumpkin farm with his brothers. Wren who runs her own event business.
Wren is planning a fall birthday party for her bestfriend. When she winds up visiting Gus farm.
They strike up a business deal,which will have them working in close proximity.
Gus is Autistic, the small town he lives in treats him poorly. They think his being rude when his just saying it factually.
Wren & Gus grow closer over the months working on the Farm together.
The character’s of Gus & Wren are perfectly written. I absolutely adore Gus. He gets Overwhelmed with certain situations. But will do them for Wren.
This is such a great book to get you into the Autumn / Fall Spirit.
The storyline is great and makes you want to keep reading till the end.
This book will be added to my automatic Autumn/Fall reread list every year!

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A warm and cozy book, perfect for autumn and curling up by the fire place with a latte in hand!
This book deals with some topics beautifully and shows the care that went into the book.

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There’s Pumpkin About You is a warm, cosy autumnal romance that feels like a big hug in book form. It follows a party planner with a lot of heart who ends up working with a grumpy pumpkin farmer to throw a birthday party in his barn. What follows is a charming story full of fall vibes, gentle humor, and slow-burn chemistry. I really enjoyed the cosy, feel-good atmosphere, this is definitely a book to curl up with as the leaves start to fall and the air gets crisp. The characters were sweet and relatable, and I appreciated how the story explored autism in a thoughtful and empathetic way. It was refreshing to see how the book touched on being misunderstood, while still keeping things light and hopeful. For me its a 3.5/5 rating, it absolutely delivers on what it promises: a fun, heartwarming autumn romance that leaves you smiling. Perfect for fans of pumpkin patches, grumpy-sunshine dynamics, and all things fall.

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Thank you so much for this arc in exchange for an honest review!

Eaglewood is a town where ‘new enemy’ and ‘new crush’ are synonyms. Wren and August’s story is a comfortable read, that will make you want to curl up with a cinnamon pumpkin latte and devour it. Wren is an event planner about to use August’s pumpkin farm for a party. Unfortunately, the barn is run down, needs a lot of work, and the MCs need to work together - which is always such a fun subplot for me. Their bantering is top tier, and their developing romance made me personally root for them as though I’m setting up 2 of my own friends.

This book explores how there are people who make you better, but also people for whom you want to be best versions of yourself. Be it friends, found family, or potential significant others.

Since everyone is inherently flawed, it seems easy for people to comment on someone’s neurodivergence and life, needlessly so. The depiction of other people’s rudeness towards Gus was spot on, considering I have myself seen bluntness being termed as insolent. It’s a good commentary on how society should do better and treat others with kindness.

I think this is why I liked Wren so much. The moment she realised she was putting herself first not caring about the aftermath of her decisions, she took a step back and reassessed the situation. It says a lot about a person, and gives me food for thought!

Gus and Wren bicker endlessly but learn to bring the best out in each other, to slow down and appreciate the ‘now’ which is such an important aspect of lives these days. They learn to be mindful of each other amid all the bantering, and that is what I loved about this book the most.

There’s so much more I thought was left to be said, which is what makes me think there’s potentially more to this story and more books. TPAY comes out August 22, and I suggest everyone add this to your TBR!!

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Thank you netgalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review. It was great to read a book with an autistic character as a main read. Gus was charming, complicated, sexy, misread and alive. He read as yungblud in my mind. He was a pumpkin farmer trying to keep his families farm afloat. He has two brothers and a waster of a father who ups and leaves and steals all of the farm saving pot to live with a woman he barely knows. His brothers support and show up. Wren is a party planner who lives in a nearby town looking for a potential venue for her best friends 30th party.
She falls in love with the farm and sees the potential. Her and Gus clash instantly but they agree to work together along with her best friend and brother to het the farm fixed up. Gus has a really tough time as people are ignorant around autism and think he is rude. This was a great book. I cant wait to see if there is a sequel.

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This is a very cute and cozy read with hidden depths!

I loved how Wren and August were both real, flawed adults who fell in love and were trying to be better to each other. I really appreciated the representation of Wren’s mental health and how she gets overwhelmed. I also liked how the book showed August and what he feels and deals with in a small town as someone with autism.

The found family trope was also so cute, that’s always a favorite of mine.

I’m not sure if the author has sequels planned but I loved the side characters and am definitely intrigued by the potential and hinted at romances. Thanks so much for the arc!

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This is a charming, cozy and light read that is perfect for Autumn.

I have never read a book with a meet-cute that starts with the MFC being bitten on the butt by a goat before but somehow it works and sets the scene for this quirky and sweet read.

What I loved in particular:
-Gus, being neurodivergent means that he is often understood but he broke his arm saving a puppy, what else could you want in a man.
- I liked the small town supporting characters, especially Bash and Jamie.

Thank you to NetGalley and One More Chapter for the opportunity to read this ARC

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Did I read this during a heat wave yes yes I did ! Did I read it in one sitting yes yes I did
Did I completely love it yes yes I did !!
First the title and the cover were adorable
The playlist was a lovely touch.
This was the most beautiful read I absolutely adored the characters the town everything felt so picture perfect.
The growth in characters from the start to finish was incredible It was a cute story but also so much went into them finding themselves. I was a little mad about how the town treated August but I think that goes to show how amazingly written the characters were that I felt like were real.
I’m really hoping for more books about the town and its residents

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Hands up for reading a cozy autumnal read in the middle of a heatwave!!! I love the sunshine, but I get so excited for the ber seasons & this definitely made me even more excited!!
This was a sweet story. The writing I fell right into step with as well as the people & towns. I like it when I get straight into a book rather than having to read multiple chapters before I've grasped who ever yone is & what part they play!
I loved Wren's positive attitude & determination to succeed even when she let the doubts creep in. She still knew what she wanted & wouldn't give up easily.
I loved Gus & how the author wrote about Autism. It was nice to see in a romance novel. Gus was lovely.
The chemistry, the banter, the arguments, the town, the friends, relationships, everything made for a heart-warming easy to pick up read that I would highly recommend!
Kelly

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If you’re craving cozy autumn vibes, The Pumpkin Spice Café delivers them in spades, with small-town charm, cinnamon-sweet romance, and a whole lot of heart. Set in the delightfully quaint town of Eaglewood (think Stars Hollow energy), the story follows Wren, a determined event planner, and August, a grumpy, autistic pumpkin farmer, as they’re forced to work together to fix up his barn for an upcoming party. What starts as banter slowly turns into something deeper, as the two bring out the best in each other in ways that feel both tender and earned. The story thoughtfully explores themes of perception, neurodivergence, self-worth, and learning to slow down and embrace the present. Wren’s journey of putting herself first and Gus’s quiet strength amid people’s unfair assumptions are especially moving. It’s the kind of book that wraps around you like a blanket, makes you smile at the funny moments, reflect during the heartfelt ones and immediately wish for a sequel. Add this to your autumn TBR with a pumpkin latte in hand.

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This was such a joy to read. The characters were multi dimensional and held real depth. This was the first book I’ve read written by this author but certainly will not be the last. I also enjoyed the side characters. Sometimes, side characters play just as big a part in telling a story as the main characters. This was absolutely fantastic.

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What a super cute fall romance. I really enjoyed the story as well as the characters. It made me want to curl up with a cozy throw blanket and a hot tea and enjoy the fall vibes. We will definitely be purchasing for our romance book club.

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Love romances that show how past relationships can affect every relationship in your future! People need to move beyond the hurt, broken heart to find something loving and lasting!!!!

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