Petals and Plot Twists

Title: Petals and Plot Twists

Series: Only Magic in the Building #3

Author: Jenny Proctor 

Narrators: Stephanie Rose and Lee Samuels

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Petals and Plot Twists is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These books are all set in the same historic building, with light magical elements and a tendency to play matchmaker among its residents. 

I am not a fan of magical realism, nor do I read a lot in that genre. So, I really appreciate when a book has magical elements, and I enjoy it. One of the reasons for that is that it is not super far out there- no talking animals (a personal pet peeve), not dark, no spells, or anything of that nature.

I really liked Sophie and Peter. They have been best friends for years and have great chemistry. For the most part, I enjoyed their story (there are always moments, LOL!). I really appreciated Sophie's character growth. I loved that Peter was a Lego-loving nerd!! He wasn't dorky, but definitely a type that needs more exposure, LOL! There were a lot of cute moments, and LOL moments. It is a perfect summer read.

★★★★/5

Synopsis (Goodreads):   

Unlucky in love Sophie Stewart might need a miracle to find her one true love… or maybe just a little bit of magic.

Sophie Stewart knows a lot about plants. The rooftop garden she tends and beautifies is ample evidence of that. What she doesn't know is anything about love, not with her long track record of always picking the wrong guy.

But then a mystery flower pops up in her garden—a flower that only blooms in the presence of true love.

Never one to shy away from a little magic, Sophie convinces her best friend, Peter, to help her use the flower to find her soulmate.

But after an unexpected kiss with the one man she never thought she'd fall for, Sophie starts to wonder if she's looking for love in all the wrong places.

The flower has a plan, but only Sophie can decide if she wants to trust it or take fate into her own hands.

Best friends turn to lovers in this heartwarming romantic comedy about love and choice and making your own destiny.

Petals and Plot Twists is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed-door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind.