The Sprite and the Gardener is true floral sweetness, following a kind-hearted sprite named Wisteria who decides to help a budding gardener tend their struggling garden.

This is definitely an art-forward graphic novel with minimal text. The whimsical artwork is full of pastels and muted floral tones; reminiscent of Cicely Mary Barker’s Flower Fairies and old school anime & manga.

Reminds me of Thumbelina, The Secret World of Arrietty (2010), and FairyTale: A True Story (1997). Perfect for fans of Katie O'Neill.

This gentle story reminds us to take things one step at a time and the power of working together.

5/5 stars

Sprite and the gardener is a graphic novel that hides a beautiful fairy tale inside. In the past it was the fairies who took care of the plants, but today it is the humans who do all the work, so the fairies no longer have anything to do.

Wisteria has just arrived in the village, and she finds it difficult to adapt to the group of fairies that live there, so she walks through the gardens until she finds one and starts taking care of it secretly.

In this graphic novel you can find a friendship story with a nice teamwork message. And the style of drawing is beautiful as is the range of colors used. It conveys softness, delicacy.

If you like fairy graphic novels, I recommend The Sprite and the gardener.

I initially wanted to read this graphic novel because it reminded me of The Tea Dragon Society, which I love. Both are published by Oni Press and both are soft fantasies for younger audiences about protecting our planet. But unfortunately, I didn't like this story as much as I hoped to.

The Sprite and the Gardener is about a sprite named Wisteria who helps a gardener grow her garden. Sprites used to take care of flowers and plants in the past, but now humans take care of everything and the sprites just exist, hanging out in the plants and staying hidden from humans. But Wisteria wants to take care of plants again, so she goes out and does it.

I thought the story was very wholesome and cute, but it just felt lacking. It needed to be a little bit longer and have more depth, in my opinion. I don't feel like this is going to leave a lasting impression on me like The Tea Dragon Society did, which is sad.

I also didn't really care for the coloring in this book. The drawings and outlines are nice, and the colors are soft and cheerful, but the coloring looks like someone used Paint fill to color the whole thing, every object being exactly one color without any shading or depth. It makes the art feel very . . . incomplete.

Overall, I thought The Sprite and the Gardener was just okay. It is a wholesome soft fantasy about how coming together can make the biggest difference as we can all support each other and accomplish something greater together than we can alone. I think this graphic novel would be enjoyed best by younger children as that is a good moral to teach them, but it leaves older audiences wanting more from the story, both in terms of the plot and the artwork.

This was CHARMING! A snapshot into an adorable world where sprites help nature to thrive. As someone who has just started gardening, I am literally Elena, the struggling human gardener.

The best thing about graphic novels is how they make you feel and this fully immersed me into a calming and relaxing story. The setting was so fully realised, I instantly felt there was even more backstory waiting to be explored. The only issue with this is that it was quite short and you're left wanting more! The story moves quite quickly but I wish we could have spent more time getting to know each of the characters. Speaking of the characters, the character design is excellent! All the sprites have amazing clothes and time has been spent making each one individual, even the ones in the background.

The art style is art nouveau meets studio ghibli and is absolutely beautiful. It works perfectly for the sprites and reminds me of old children's book illustrations which made me very nostalgic. I loved how detailed each page was, every frame was carefully considered and filled with interest. The novel also doesn't over-rely on words to move the plot forward, there are many pages of just illustrations which gives a cinematic feel. The perfect story for a graphic novel format.

This story is about spirits that were use to take care of the nature before humans took this responsibility for themselves and they don't have to do this job anymore. We have this new spirit that is coming to a new garden and end up meeting a woman that, although she really likes plants, is really bad at gardening.

The first thing I have to say about this is that the art is lovely, such a well done job. The way that they make the spirits brings a magical taste for the history, because they are so cute and they don't exactly remember flowers, but they feel like flowers. I really loved the art job.

Another thing to say is how much I liked the idea that this book brings, the idea of a strong teamwork, and how working together can make your weakness become strength. I can't say much about this book without spilling out some spoilers, so I won't, but believe me, this is the cutest thing ever!

Thanks to NetGally for the opportunity of reading such a lovely comic!

Sprite and the Gardener is an adorably magical graphic novel!
This book has sprites, magic, and beautiful art! Every detail was aesthetically pleasing, and I thoroughly enjoyed examining every page.
It was a simple and quick read with cute characters.
I think this concept has tons of potential! I would have loved if the characters and plot were developed a little more.
Overall, I would recommend this book as a fluffy, cute, read!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC of this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review!

Sprite and the Gardener is an enchanting and whimsical graphic novel perfect for kids to adults. The story followed the titular sprite as she helps a female gardener grow plants in her garden. I got LGBTQ-friendly vibes from this story, although nothing was stated outright. At first, I was worried that the story would take a darker turn a la The Little Mermaid, but I'm happy to say that this is a cute story through and through. There are no villains, and there is a happily ever after (HEA) at the end. This cute story is perfect for fans of Sailor Moon and Studio Ghibli, particularly The Secret World of Arrietty. In addition, the artwork in this graphic novel is beautiful. Look at the sprite's hair on the stunning cover!. The flowers and colors in the graphic novel were as beautiful as any art nouveau painting. I was also impressed by the artist's detailed facial expressions The bored look on a certain sprite's face was integral to her personality. I felt like I already knew her, even though she barely had any lines. Overall, if you're looking for a cute and fun story with beautiful art, look no further!

I thoroughly enjoyed this graphic novel. I found it truly enchanting! The illustrations were simply beautiful and the story warmed my heart. I fell in love with the sprites within the short amount of pages. I could see this being a series but can also appreciate it as a stand alone. I think it has a great lesson about embracing your passions and what makes you different. Will be purchasing a physical copy for my collection!

This is a lovely, heartwarming graphic novel about friendship, teamwork, neighbourly spirit, and gardening. I really enjoyed it! The art style was super pretty and I ADORED the scenes of gardening. This is the kind of graphic novel that will give you warm, fuzzy feelings.

This graphic novel was a short and sweet read. It reminded me a lot of Tinker Bell, but deeper. We have sprites who help gardening and a gardener who is no good at gardening. It's really cute how Wisteria and the gardener (Elena's) friendship builds. I really want a sprite of my own to help me with my plants (especially since I have the opposite of a green thumb!). Overall, definitely worth the read~

This graphic novel was all I needed right now! Great characters and story, with a powerful message.
The bond and friendship between Wisteria and Elena is amazing and teaches us to help each other and grow better together.
The illustration were absolutely gorgeous and perfect, from the colour and tones to the very different characters.
The sprite and the gardener is a must read and surely a debut graphic novel from illustrators from which you can expect exquisite work!

Such a heartwarming story! It reminds us that whatever's going on in life we are better together!
And the illustrations are absolutely beautiful!

Filled with fairies, friendship and flowers, The Sprite And The Gardener is a delightful story about the beauty of a garden and the wonders of teamwork. What's more, it's perfect for all ages.
The art is gorgeous! It brings life to the story through its bright and colourful nature. The story is fast-passed and sweet, presenting its message clearly. The prettiest gardens really are the ones we grow together.
I am also a sucker for anything fairy related, so that made the entire story more appealing.

I would like to point out one typo on page 44, where Elena says "you've got a ways to go"

The story and art were beautiful and the message was lovely.

This is a beautiful graphic novel. The illustrations are whimsical and gorgeous and the color palette is very aesthetically pleasing. The story was wholesome and joyful and wisterias are my favorite flower, so that was a nice added bonus. Overall, this was a quick, fun read that I recommend to everyone, especially garden lovers.

A charming graphic novel filled with vibrant color, wonderful characters, and a heartwarming story. Highly recommend!

Sprite and the Gardener is a cute, beautiful graphic novel that traps readers in its art and it's story about friendship. It was a fun read and I recommend it to readers who are looking for a fun and lighthearted story.

Wow this was so beautiful and so so sweet!

Each page was a work of art on it's own, I wish I could display them all! Can't wait to get my hands on a physical copy! The story was short but sweet and filled with happiness and warmth. Definitely an excellent feel good story, perfect to read on an afternoon when you need to lift your spirits a bit.

Very cute with a heap of wistful, this graphic novel is a perfect read for people who love the nature aspects of contemporary fantasy and the bounties that come from community and teamwork. If you like Steven Universe, you’ll definitely like this graphic novel.

The art itself perfectly matches the whimsy and the core of the story. Vibrant pastels and lots of sparkles! I actually remember seeing the original one-page comic that this was based on, but I had no idea until now that it had been extended into a book! I really loved the art development section included in the back – seeing how the character design comes together is always a bonus for me – seeing each artist and author’s process just adds so much depth.

The main character, Wisteria, has a lot of longing in her – longing for growth and for her favorite gardener! Seeing their partnership blossom (literally!) into something vast and sprawling and beautiful was fantastic to watch. I am very enthusiastic about teamwork (so much so that I have a reputation for it amongst my friends) and there really just is something about people coming together to grow things, and just make the world a little better for awhile.

Thank you to Netgalley and Oni Press for the opportunity to read this ARC.

I looooved this. This is honestly exactly what I needed right now. I've been in a little bit of a slump, and this helped get me out of it.

I loved the characters and the world of the sprites. This is so, so cute and the art and dialogue of the characters are some of the best I've read.

If you like reading cute, light-hearted books that focus on characters, please pick this up. You will not be dissapointed.

This was a delightful read full of lovely illustrations. Long ago sprites worked to help gardens grow, but time and human involvement changed all of that--until Wisteria comes to town and switches things up. I loved the whimsical sprites and the way magic is depicted in this fun graphic novel. Definitely a must read for those that love nature and a little bit of magic.