“Charming . . . A romance that, gently and pleasantly, asks questions about power and its uses.”
—The New York Times
“An irresistibly delightful cozy fantasy filled with plant magic, love, and second chances! I absolutely loved this warm and wonderful book!”
—Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop
“I have rarely read a book so charming! Emily Krempholtz has crafted a story sharp and lovely, vile and thoughtful, in a world full of heartwarming contradictions. Violet Thistlewaite might not be a villain anymore, but she’s definitely stolen my heart.”
—Ashley Poston, New York Times bestselling author of Sounds Like Love
“Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore is a book to curl up on the couch with, a fire blazing in the hearth and a cup of something warm and delicious in your hands. Emily Krempholtz’ debut is lyrical and swoony (Nathaniel the grumpy alchemist is definitely my newest book boyfriend), and a wonderfully hopeful story of second chances that I never wanted to end. Pure magic!”
—Jenna Levine, USA Today bestselling author of My Vampire Plus-One
“The cozy fantasy romance genre has a new star! Emily Krempholtz’s wonderfully assured debut, Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore, absolutely charmed me. As it takes the reader through Violet’s efforts to start her life over and find redemption, the book explores friendship and slow-burn romance, as well as offering the bright sprinkling of humour and moments so lovely I had to pause, with a dreamy sigh, to read them again. I predict great things for Krempholtz!”
—India Holton, USA Today bestselling author
“Krempholtz’s novel, a mostly cozy fantasy with just a touch of grumpy/sunshine romance, takes a story of redemption and second chances and mixes it delightfully with a town full of secrets, creating a tale about surviving dysfunctional family to become the person you were meant to be. Readers of cozy fantasy will adore Krempholtz’s debut, and fans of Wooing the Witch Queen by Stephanie Burgis, The Keeper of Magical Things by Julie Leong, and the “Wicked Years” series by Gregory Maguire will find a new home in Dragon’s Rest.”
—Library Journal (starred review)
“An enchanting blend of botany and banter, Violet Thistlewaite Is Not a Villain Anymore brews romance, redemption, and a homicidal houseplant into an utterly irresistible potion. The perfect cozy fantasy for anyone who believes in second chances—prepare to fall under its leafy spell!”
—Julie Leong, USA Today bestselling author of The Teller of Small Fortunes
“Charming, deeply romantic, and kind—Violet Thistlewaite’s journey of redemption is a cozy delight.”
—Stephanie Burgis, author of Wooing the Witch Queen
“Exceptionally well-done, Violet Thistlewaite is Not a Villain is downright monstrous in just how enjoyable it is. Both Violet and Nathanial stole my heart from their very first mentions, and I loved seeing them grow as individuals, then blossom together in an achingly tender romance as beautiful as any of Violet’s blooms. This is bursting with magic and heart.”
—A. T. Qureshi, internationally bestselling author of The Baby Dragon Cafe
“It’s incredibly satisfying to watch as Nathaniel’s resistance to Violet’s charms crumbles. This is a fun, feel-good romp.”
—Publishers Weekly
“This debut title is a solid fit for fans of Travis Baldree’s Legends & Lattes or Amanda Flower’s Magic Bookshop mystery series as well as for those who grew up with Disney’s The Descendants. If anyone deserves a redemptive arc, it’s Violet. Cozy and whimsical, this is a fun dive into a fantasy world.”
—Booklist
“A charming feel-good debut romantasy….Krempholtz proves that a novel containing a knife-wielding pothos ivy can also successfully support thoughtful reflections on redemption and forgiveness, as Violet heals and learns to trust herself with the support of the colorful denizens of Dragon’s Rest. Fans of Sarah Beth Durst’s Spellshop series will adore this romantic comedy set in a bewitching fantasy world.”
—Shelf Awareness (starred review)
QUICK VIEW
