Love never follows the planting schedule.
A farm, a fiery chef, and one very grumpy farmer…
They say too many cooks spoil the broth… but what about one grumpy goat farmer and a chef with a garden grudge?
Johnny Campbell likes his solitude, his goats, and his peaceful creamery life. What he doesn’t like? Marianna Howard—the overly cheerful, plant-obsessed chef who’s turned his farm into her personal herb garden.
Marianna was supposed to be temporary. Just six months helping friends open a new restaurant. But two months in, she’s already challenging Johnny’s farm practices, hijacking his garden beds, and somehow worming her way into his quiet heart.
They argue about sun exposure, soil types, and the emotional volatility of vegetables… but under all that friction simmers something a little sweet, a little dangerous, and totally irresistible.
In this small-town enemies-to-lovers romcom, sparks fly, goats bleat, and love may just be the secret ingredient they never knew they were missing.
Tropes:
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Small town romance
- Forced proximity (they share the same property)
- Enemies to lovers with ridiculous sexual tension
- Found family
- Culinary romance / farm-to-table vibes
- Strong-willed heroine meets emotionally repressed cinnamon roll
Perfect for fans of: Abby Jimenez, Ali Hazelwood, Lucy Score, and anyone craving a spicy romantic comedy with heart.
