A Flower from Keanu

“Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra delivers a heartfelt and enchanting small-town romance that blooms with warmth, hope, and emotional authenticity. Set in the charming, secret-filled community of Hidden Glen, A Flower from Keanu beautifully explores grief, second chances, healing, and the unexpected ways love finds us when we need it most. Cassandra and Keanu are wonderfully relatable characters whose journey feels both tender and uplifting. Rich with memorable supporting characters, humor, and heartfelt moments, this novella is a delightful reminder that even after loss, new beginnings can flourish. Highly recommended.”

The International Review of Books.

“A Flower from Keanu: A Town of Hidden Glen Novella by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra, though it follows familiar genre conventions, is emotionally satisfying, and rewards the reader with the happiness one of the main characters has long been denied. It doesn't break new ground; instead, it follows the usual tropes of the romance genre with a welcome dash of danger and suspense. However, it finds its uniqueness in its emotional impact and thematic coherence, executed through steady pacing that smoothly leads to a renewal and a restoration of magnificent proportions. This novel is undoubtedly a memorable work that speaks right to the often invisible resilience of the human spirit.”

Feathered Quill Book Review

“A Flower from Keanu: A Town of Hidden Glen Novella by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra is a tender, heartwarming story that blends small-town charm with a deeper emotional tone. Set in the enchanting and secretive community of Hidden Glen, the story unfolds like a gentle breeze carrying the scent of hope and renewal. At its heart, this is a tale about grief, healing, and the unexpected ways love can find us when we least expect it. The mysterious Christmas flower - a rare bloom which is said to change the fortunes of those who encounter its fragrance - serves as both a magical thread as well as a metaphor for second chances. Hidden Glen felt like a place I’d want to linger in, with characters who felt real and relatable. Readers who enjoy heartfelt stories with a touch of legend and a dash of holiday magic, will find this a delightful escape. Happy Reading…” ”

Angela, BookBub Reviewer

“This was such a sweet romance; it was so easy to read along and get invested in the lives of the characters as their stories unfolded. Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra has written a truly heartwarming story about finding self-worth, forgiveness, and the ability to trust and love after hardships in life. Our main character, Cassandra, has recently lost her mother, whom she had to care for as she wilted away from her dementia, and all the ups and downs that come along with such a hard disease that attacks the mind and the body. Not only does she have to overcome such a loss, but she's also having to navigate the town gossip and the "mean girl" whose relatives always have their fingers in all the local pies, so to speak. When her childhood crush, Keanu, moves back to town after 13 years, she's not sure if she can trust his intentions or if he's got something he wants from her, like most of the others in the "mean girls" circle. Can Keanu convince Cassandra to give him a chance, or will her distrust of his intentions prevent her from opening her heart up to the possibilities of love? Happy reading, my friends.”

Brandy Jo Rymer, Amazon Reviewer