This is the second book as a series but could be read as a stand-alone. I did read the first book in the series which was a disadvantage in reading this one. This is because the main character in this book, Lavinia, is a petulant snob. When I found out this love story was about her I was hesitant to even read it because she is not a character that felt deserving of a happily ever after. Even a few chapters into this book, I still felt uncomfortable with it because I didn’t like her. Although, I will say, props to the author for the character development and for taking on this challenge.
On the other hand, Neal is quite adorable. He is goofy, mostly unrefined, and radiates positivity. His large extended family is warm and playful making you wish you knew them personally as well.
All in all, it picks up speed in the second half of the book and is worth the wait! You may never look at green moss the same after reading this book.
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