Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore

Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore by Emily Krempholtz (2025, 368 pages)

With the death of her boss (AKA the BBEG), Violet is given a second chance. She can use her planty magic for good. And luckily for her, the nearby town of Dragon's Rest is lacking a flower shop. Violet navigates her twin landlords: golden-retriever-energy musician Pru and black-cat-energy alchemist Nathaniel; her haunting evil past; and a mysterious affliction upon the town. The plot follows both a blooming romance and a community-driven solution to a town problem.

If you love cozy fantasy with a bit of spice, found family, and plant magic, this book's for you!

What I liked:
✨Plant magic!!! A balanced magic system and nods to botany I really appreciated
✨Killer sentient plant (we love him anyway)
✨D&D side arc vibes
✨Found family banding together; loving community
✨Honestly? My dream is to open up a flower shop in a fantasy town with a rock goblin sidekick

What I didn't like:
💤The sex scene might feel a little out of place for those who don't like it, but I love the characters so I was okay with it! 

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