Guerric Haché reviewed Taproot by Keezy Young
Review of 'Taproot' on 'Goodreads'
5 stars
I really enjoyed this - it's a sweet and simple story about Hamal and Blue (the subtitular gardener and ghost), who have feelings for each other that are somewhat complicated by the fact that one of them is dead and strange things are happening in town. I don't want to spoil too much about the story, but I'll say that I quickly grew to like both of them, especially Hamal; the story really does a good job at condensing the ups and downs two people can experience together, and features a more satisfying conclusion than you generally get in fiction.
The art is beautiful, too - Keezy is a great illustrator, the characters are all very expressive, and the plants in particular are drawn lushly and lovingly. Also, funniest grim reaper I've encountered in fiction ("I texted you a grimoire" - that really got to me!). All in all, this is a cute and affirming story with great art, and I definitely recommend you check it out!