I’m grateful I was chosen to be able to read an advanced copy of Bluebell Season At The Potting Shed because I really enjoyed the first book in the series, Frost Falls At The Potting Shed; however, I was slightly disappointed by the sequel. It just couldn’t capture or hold my attention the way the first book did. I would still recommend this series, especially if you’re a fan of Jenny Colgan’s books - they have a similar vibe!

I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review and opinions are my own.

The second instalment of the Potting Shed series continues the story of Maddie and Sabi and their fight to keep the might of the BIG corporation at bay. Whereas in Frost Falls At The Potting Shed focused very much on the dual battles between the two businesses and between the sisters themselves, in Bluebell Season the family is presenting a more united front with regards to the business and it is personal relationships which drive the plot. Sabi's past comes back to haunt her, as does Jo's, albeit in a very different way, whilst Maddie is caught in the middle of all the drama, trying to ensure her relationship with Ed progresses as it should.
Jake and Petra make cameo appearances, but I hope that they will continue to be involved in future books, as I think the development of their relationship and Jake's continuing commitment to improving his literacy are provide a solid subplot which underpins many of the other relationships and storylines. In much the same way as the side (I won't call them minor as that does them a huge disservice) characters in Mill Grange became much loved, Jake and Petra are establishing themselves as integral parts of the series. So many people undervalue their skills and intelligence for similar reasons as Jake, that I think having this represented in fiction is vital.

The other aspect of Bluebell Season that I find interesting is the introduction of the character of Davina 'Ditzy' Ditz. Reference is made to the fact that as a celebrity she has to do a certain amount of publicity that is directed by her agent/management team and that anything she 'wants' to do, has to be run past them first. We've had a similar experience recently with regards to a local charity organisation and the whole process made me realise quite how much control is taken away from artists when they become 'big'. A celebrity can't do things in their local community, however much they might want to, because their management won't allow it. Authors can't necessarily sell their own books in the way they might want to because it has to go through their publisher. Singers can't perform in small gigs because it would be bad for their image as it might make them look less successful than they are. Introverts have to brace themselves to do book signings, meet and greet sessions etc. It's a side of success that the general public don't necessarily think about and that creative people don't always consider when they are pursuing their dream.

With Jenny's books it's not unusual for me to go down these rabbit-holes of musing about different aspects of life and Bluebell Season is no exception to this. I don't want to go into too much detail, as I don't want to include spoilers, but there are issues raised which will make people think more carefully about their own behaviour. In a world where it is so easy to form quick judgements about both people and their behaviour, we should all aim to be a little more 'Jem'.

I received a free copy of, Bluebell Season at The Potting Shed, by Jenny Kane, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Maddie was having a great time with her Potting Shed, but now everything is a mess, with a big box nursery wanting to open, among other things. Everything is going well with her boyfriend Ed, until he is offered a promotion in Bristol. Can Maddie work out the situation with The Potting Shed, and Ed? A nice relaxing read, I really enjoyed reading about, Maddie, Ed, Jo, Sabi, and the others.

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. This was such a nice feel good read, great location, good storyline and great characters. I liked it.

Great to be back. Spring is in the air. Things are on the up for Maddie. Both in her business and love life. But things soon change. Lovely book to read. It’s very well written. A bit slow in parts.

This book is such a slow build up to anything happening! The story starts shortly after Maddie and Sabi's father dies and leaves them his garden business, The Potting Shed. Unfortunately for the sisters, a big box garden store is opening nearby on Easter weekend and things are looking grim for their survival. But they have big plans for an expansion and can bring in vendors to sell food and coffee, but will it be enough to save the Potting Shed? You'll have to read it yourself to find out!
This book really took it's time getting going and was so confusing with all the characters being introduced. Even the main characters names kept throwing me off, I've never heard of anyone named Sabi and it took me a bit to get used to it. Her storyline with Sara was a little silly, but paid off nicely in the end. I still think it's a good book, but go in knowing that it's going to be a slow build up and you'll be fine.

Brilliant second book in The Potting Shed Series. Unlike some series that have the stories taken place in the same location but are not a continuation of the plot, this is a story with the many of the same characters from book one and the reader gets to see more of their lives. I adored the main character, Maddie, from book one, and was thrilled to see her taking a major role in book two. I am similar to her in the way that she “speaks” to her deceased father (in her mind) and he still gives her advice (since she knows what he would tell her). I also talk to my plants as Maddie does. Truly delightful to find a kindred soul. I am fond of so many of the other characters also, from the sweet dogs to the people of various ages that support the potting shed. A story is truly well rounded when many age groups are represented in it.

The main focus of the plot is the moving forward to change the Potting Shed into a gardening center, but there is a very important second theme throughout the book. The question of whether a person can change from who they were as a child/young adult. Are you always stuck in the mold of the person you were, or is change possible?

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I do believe that is because I read book one. I also think a reader can read this book independently, and fully understand it. Having the background of prior books in a series is always beneficial!

A huge thank you to Aria & Aries and NetGalley for giving me the pleasure of reading the advance reader copy, with no obligation to write a review. My review is written freely as a hobby, and is totally my own opinion, not influenced by receiving the ARC.

i feel bad for leaving a bad review. this was boring. the characters felt blend and were utterly uninteresting. a big fail on my side.

In the follow-up book to Frost Falls at the Potting Shed, we continue the story of Maddie and Ed. I probably wouldn’t call this a romcom, as the rom part of the story really happened in book 1. This just expands on their story and the stories of their friends and family. Off the top of my head, I can think of five different storylines happening in the book… but not in an overwhelming way! The author expertly blends them together.

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Watch for Bluebell Season at the Potting Shed to come out March 30, 2023!

This was a sweet story, following two sisters as they attempt to turn their late dads nursery into a garden centre.

I found this book was slow to get into, and with a large cast of characters at times it was hard to keep track of the different storylines. I didn’t realise this was book two in a series and I wonder if it would have been easier to follow if I had read book one first.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley UK for a free ebook on exchange for an honest review.

The story of the Potting Shed continues in book 2 of Jenny Kane's series. Sisters Maddie and Sabi are back as they continue working towards their late fathers dream of turning the Potting Shed into a full blown nursery, along with a conversion of the old family home into a large gardening store.

But nothing is easy and with a large gardening store (called BIG) opening only 20 miles away, they will need to call on their family and friends to help them pull off a grand opening with enough sales to pay off their business loan.

I enjoyed the story, but did find Maddie's character a bit difficult to enjoy. Similarly with Jo, there were times when I got frustrated at how the storyline dragged in an unrealistic way. I did enjoy Jemma's character development but found that Sara's storyline was unusual. With so many characters, it was hard to keep track of all of the different events, whilst simultaneously taking too long at times.

Thank you to author Jenny Kane, Aria & Aries and Netgalley for providing this book as an ARC in return for an honest review. This story is publishing on the 30th of March 2023!

Spring has sprung, along with a new BIG Garden Centre not far away. Now that Maddie and Sabi have bitten the bullet and are extending their business it is all hands on deck.

Using Henry’s firm of architects for the works throws a spanner in the works in the shape of the new hire, Hazel Cooper.

Life throws what it can at Maddie and co but can they really be ready for a visit from the nations favourite gardener??

Loved Frost Falls at the Potting Shed and love this just as much. Maddie seems to be getting things back on track. Her relationship with Ed is going well Then they hit a snag with trying to upgrade to a small garden centre

Bluebell Season at The Potting She'd is a sequel however, I have to state I love a good series of books as you can really get to know characters and build a better picture  of their surrounding. This is a novel based around love and friendship ❤. 

Maddie's and Ed relationship and the  the business are both growning. Also there is an new addition to the team with Jo and his bright orange coffee  van 😀 !

Maddie is converting the ground floor of her dad's old house to a shop and upstairs is going to be a flat for Maddie to live  in. 
Sister marred to Henry the architect  will make her Drem of pottery barn come true!
There will 'be no massive bill afterwards either


Maddie wants to hold lessons too children and vulnerable adults. Will that be possible?Teach them how to grow things and come back to watch them grow. It will become a way to start making money, she goes on to calll it Little Acorns Gardening Club. 

Furthing on in the novel we are introduced to Hazel Cooper, she is out to make trouble from the start.
''Mr Wulland- Harris has entrusted the working of this project to me' borrowed Henry's key, 'A professional would not have borrowed a key  a junior member of staff and let themselves into someone's home without their knowledge to prepare for a meeting that their Clint did not sbout'.  She then gets a verbal warning at work'.


We meet  Kevin, Robert and Ahmed the apprentice, they are the builders 👷‍♀️ 👷‍♂️ that could make of break the project.

It's a race against time to get the garden centre ready in time, will the friends, builder's and family work together or will old foes break this original happy 😊 group be torn apart? Also 'certainly had one or two obstacles in your path' are these unreasonable?

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me a complementary digital copy of this ebook in exchange for a honest review. All opinions are completely my own.

What a delightful read. I thoroughly enjoyed revisiting the Potting Shed and I thought this second book in the series was even better than the first. This was a really enjoyable read and I quickly reconnected with the characters, enjoying seeing them grow and the story progress. The storyline is very good and deals with issues in a very thoughtful and sensitive way.

The story continues from book one with Maddie and her sister Sabi trying to cultivate their business (excuse the pun) from a nursery to a garden centre. I loved seeing how Maddie dealt with everything that came along and how all the other characters are getting on, as well as meeting a few new ones. They are such a nice group.

This is a really good, easy read, the sort of book you want to pick up when you need a break and just sit back and enjoy the story. I do hope there are more books to come in this series as it is very enjoyable.

Bluebell season at the Potting Shed, second time around at the Potting Shed felt good. It was lovely to see progress in the lives of the characters both in work and personal life.

A sweet story about two sisters who are trying to make their late father proud, trying to navigate life without him and trying to make their mark on the world. A little bit slow in places but overall a good read.

This is an easy to read, sweet story of two sisters trying to make good and make their late father proud. It is entertaining, yet a bit slow in some places. It would have been much better if it wasn't so long as I think it was a bit long-winded and drawn out and there where parts I felt where not needed.

But having said that it was still a nice book and had good characters and a good story to tell.

Spring has arrived at The Potting Shed and things seem to finally be going Maddie's way. Her relationship with lovable lawyer Ed is going well and the business is thriving with the help of her new friend Jo and his bright orange coffee van.

But troubles are just around the corner... the upgrade of The Potting Shed from a nursery to a garden centre is at a critical point, turning part of Maddie's business into a building site. And just as she has to temporarily move out of her home, a major garden centre announces its grand opening only twenty miles away.

With money running out Maddie and her sister Sabi must think fast – they only have until the end of bluebell season to save The Potting Shed.

A sweet story of two sisters trying to bring their late father's dream to life. The pacing was a little slow in places, but overall a nice read.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for my honest review.

I loved being back at the Potting Shed learning how their late dads dream of turning the Potting Shed into a garden centre were progressing. There were lots of interesting bits, the bluebell garden planted with the Little Acorns, puddle jumping, the cheese stall and the garden question time to name a few. Jo featured a lot in this book but I did get a bit confused at times as his back story gradually unfolded. I enjoyed this easy read book and would recommend it