wow what a beautiful, soft, wonderful account of a year in the author’s back yard. this book is full of captivating stories about nature, about the pleasure of slowing down and witnessing life instead of letting it pass by unseen. the author’s narration of the audiobook added so much warmth to the words, the emphasis added to the poems and quotes was so beautiful! i thoroughly enjoyed this book, and highly recommend for any plant loving or nature curious individuals who gain happiness from the simultaneously simple and complex processes of life 🫶🏻🫶🏻

i spent a majority of this book with a curious and pleased smile on my face- i have become enamored with snails! the author’s writing was absolutely perfect for each part and topic of this book. i feel such gratitude for the knowledge imparted to me not only on the lovely mollusks that are snails, but also the experience of a debilitating chronic illness as described in this book. the continuous comfort of sharing in the slow life of the snail to the author was absolutely heart warming. i am so thankful for having read this, one of my favourite books this year and in my lifetime!! 🐌🌿💗