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Sowing Season #5
Casual Farming 5
Four years have come and gone.
Jason Hunter has done a lot of growing up since coming to Summer Shandy.
He's learned how to fight, he's grown his cookbook, and he's ended his farm.
Friends have been made and ties have been strengthened.
Jason is happy with the path his life has taken.
Most of all, love has been found.
But the hardest part of the journey is yet ahead.
Fatherhood.
Jason Hunter has done a lot of growing up since coming to Summer Shandy.
He's learned how to fight, he's grown his cookbook, and he's ended his farm.
Friends have been made and ties have been strengthened.
Jason is happy with the path his life has taken.
Most of all, love has been found.
But the hardest part of the journey is yet ahead.
Fatherhood.
- GenresFantasy
374 pages, ebook
First published December 11, 2022
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September 6, 2023
noticed it has a Facebook group, which makes sense as it’s a dull Facebook ‘game’
I have read all ten of these casual farming: quiet living litrpg… so there is that. I wasn’t ejected from them. That said the flaws make so much of the whole I can’t remember the good.
I read mostly on my kindle, which meant with each chapter starting with the date I could compare to the % left in the book and noticed that each season was exactly 25% of the book. To the point that some of the shorter chapters felt like they were just glued in to make the page count line up just so.
It’s like listening to someone talk about their Facebook farming camp. There are no stakes, a reset to zero sucks but what can you do. I read a lot of fiction so I saw threads introduced that Never Pay Off but because they came up a couple of books earlier need to be brought up so that they can be left unresolved yet again.
I don’t recommend, even for fans of gamelit, as the game is a Facebook click to farm X style game.
I have read all ten of these casual farming: quiet living litrpg… so there is that. I wasn’t ejected from them. That said the flaws make so much of the whole I can’t remember the good.
I read mostly on my kindle, which meant with each chapter starting with the date I could compare to the % left in the book and noticed that each season was exactly 25% of the book. To the point that some of the shorter chapters felt like they were just glued in to make the page count line up just so.
It’s like listening to someone talk about their Facebook farming camp. There are no stakes, a reset to zero sucks but what can you do. I read a lot of fiction so I saw threads introduced that Never Pay Off but because they came up a couple of books earlier need to be brought up so that they can be left unresolved yet again.
I don’t recommend, even for fans of gamelit, as the game is a Facebook click to farm X style game.
January 4, 2023
I've read all 5 of the Casual Farming novels that are currently out, though this is the first one I've actually written a review on. We've followed Jason from his arrival in Summer Shandy to his marriage and first child. Old friends have new roles, new faces have joined the town so he's not the newest guy, and he has thoroughly settled in. I really enjoyed this.
I am still, after 5 books, unsure of what to make of the time system in this universe. I'm happy we don't have Jason's wife puking all day every day for 7 months, but getting through the pregnancy in one season is a little strange. It works though, kind of like the seasons changing at midnight exactly on the last day of the season.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to book 6, whenever they get it published. :)
I am still, after 5 books, unsure of what to make of the time system in this universe. I'm happy we don't have Jason's wife puking all day every day for 7 months, but getting through the pregnancy in one season is a little strange. It works though, kind of like the seasons changing at midnight exactly on the last day of the season.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to book 6, whenever they get it published. :)
December 17, 2022
Love this series!!!!
I can’t express how much I enjoy this series! The characters are vibrant and full of life the story progresses in a natural flow and still has surprises that you’re not expecting!! It isn’t a harem LITRPG it’s a wholesome story that I have come to love. There are many editorial mistakes however even with those mistakes I cannot recommend this series enough. The most wholesome story of this genre and a very unique system for a farming LITRPG. I’m waiting quite impatiently for the next book in the series so I can see what happens after this last spring festival surprises and Tess’s reaction to the surprise in the inventory.
I can’t express how much I enjoy this series! The characters are vibrant and full of life the story progresses in a natural flow and still has surprises that you’re not expecting!! It isn’t a harem LITRPG it’s a wholesome story that I have come to love. There are many editorial mistakes however even with those mistakes I cannot recommend this series enough. The most wholesome story of this genre and a very unique system for a farming LITRPG. I’m waiting quite impatiently for the next book in the series so I can see what happens after this last spring festival surprises and Tess’s reaction to the surprise in the inventory.
December 13, 2022
Fantastic series!!
A Litrpg about farming. It is a slice of life that almost makes you wish you were living in Summer Shandy. I fell in love with the series with the first book and every right I come to the end of the book I just about scream in frustration because it's over. This book is no different. With the addition of a new baby in the house Jason's and Tess's life is gonna get so much more complicated. And let's not forget about the dungeon on the far eighty. It's old, but is it really empty and dead?
A Litrpg about farming. It is a slice of life that almost makes you wish you were living in Summer Shandy. I fell in love with the series with the first book and every right I come to the end of the book I just about scream in frustration because it's over. This book is no different. With the addition of a new baby in the house Jason's and Tess's life is gonna get so much more complicated. And let's not forget about the dungeon on the far eighty. It's old, but is it really empty and dead?
May 17, 2023
I enjoyed this more than any of the prior books. It was funny, soothing, with plot surprises, strong character development, and truly captured initial parenting in an "otherworld" kind of way. These are a lovely change of pace from most LitRPGs as well as the stresses of our "real" world. I really enjoy the farming expansions/crop choices/greenhouse and cookbook, as silly as that may sound, and hope they are featured more in the next book.
November 9, 2025
When I need a reset or a change of pace, this series is perfect. There's no crazy plots or huge resets but I need that sometimes. Its what I like about it. I love Tess and Jason. I love the building of their farm and their life. After some of the books I've read, I needed something easy and relaxing. Casual Farming was exactly what I needed. This one was much slower than the others, but it tickled the right part of my brain.
May 24, 2023
Fun read
I always enjoy a little romance in my reads along with some side stories and adventures. The author has done all of this and more. The psychological struggles were intense and let you inside their minds. I was really impressed and find the stories have enough twists to make the fun!
I always enjoy a little romance in my reads along with some side stories and adventures. The author has done all of this and more. The psychological struggles were intense and let you inside their minds. I was really impressed and find the stories have enough twists to make the fun!
December 16, 2022
Peaceful
The kind of story line that could be suggested to a preteen but still be very entertaining for an adult. This series portrays life in the slow lane. Still, the story is quirkily engaging. A homey take on litrpg.
The kind of story line that could be suggested to a preteen but still be very entertaining for an adult. This series portrays life in the slow lane. Still, the story is quirkily engaging. A homey take on litrpg.
December 23, 2022
Enjoyable character development
The more things change the more they stay the same. Better character development here than what passes for character development in more famous books.
The more things change the more they stay the same. Better character development here than what passes for character development in more famous books.
January 2, 2023
love this series!
Slice of life. Easy going. Nothing to crazy. Still a great story that pulls you in wanting to read the next one. Definitely a must read. Can’t wait for the next one.
Slice of life. Easy going. Nothing to crazy. Still a great story that pulls you in wanting to read the next one. Definitely a must read. Can’t wait for the next one.
January 10, 2023
It's pretty good
It's quiet slice of life farming. I wish there were more rpg elements, I wish there was more nitty gritty on the crops and harvests and what have you. All in all a pleasant read. I'm glad I made it through 5 books.
It's quiet slice of life farming. I wish there were more rpg elements, I wish there was more nitty gritty on the crops and harvests and what have you. All in all a pleasant read. I'm glad I made it through 5 books.
February 15, 2023
Cant get enough
I'm so glad this keeps going and being happy. I keep getting worried something bad will happen, but this series continues to be my break from sad or not so happy litrpg. Please don't follow the all too familiar "kill off love interest" trope lol.
I'm so glad this keeps going and being happy. I keep getting worried something bad will happen, but this series continues to be my break from sad or not so happy litrpg. Please don't follow the all too familiar "kill off love interest" trope lol.
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May 16, 2023Slow living Litrpg at its best
I have read the whole series to this point and am loving it. All the characters are memorable and enjoyable, and I can't wait to find out out what shenanigans they get up to next.
I have read the whole series to this point and am loving it. All the characters are memorable and enjoyable, and I can't wait to find out out what shenanigans they get up to next.
June 12, 2023
Really good.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was fun and entertaining. The story and characters continue to be interesting and engaging. This one might just be the best of the series. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what happens next. This is a must read.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was fun and entertaining. The story and characters continue to be interesting and engaging. This one might just be the best of the series. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what happens next. This is a must read.
October 20, 2023
Amazing
A very relaxing and quiet departure from the pervious books, as Jason has almost fully settled into married life and has started dipping his toes into parenting. Very relaxing for people who read way too fast like me.
A very relaxing and quiet departure from the pervious books, as Jason has almost fully settled into married life and has started dipping his toes into parenting. Very relaxing for people who read way too fast like me.
December 12, 2022
have enjoyed the series
I have enjoyed this serious dialogue and the characters are a lot of fun. A very fun read. Try it out.
I have enjoyed this serious dialogue and the characters are a lot of fun. A very fun read. Try it out.
December 13, 2022
It's a good read
Excellent story, this book in the series brought back memories of when my kids were little, and the panic I felt during my ex's pregnancys
Excellent story, this book in the series brought back memories of when my kids were little, and the panic I felt during my ex's pregnancys
December 15, 2022
A nice easy read
I recommend this for all litrpg fans. It's a lite system and a even lighter read. No world ending bbegs or op characters just a nice break from the typical litrpg
I recommend this for all litrpg fans. It's a lite system and a even lighter read. No world ending bbegs or op characters just a nice break from the typical litrpg
December 15, 2022
Tedious
This book lost the focus on Farming Actions and focused instead on the child, an incapable mother, and a clueless father. I couldn't finish it, it was so boring.
This book lost the focus on Farming Actions and focused instead on the child, an incapable mother, and a clueless father. I couldn't finish it, it was so boring.
December 16, 2022
A really fun series
Low stakes, but still very engaging. I look forward to each new installment and I hope the series keeps going.
Low stakes, but still very engaging. I look forward to each new installment and I hope the series keeps going.
December 17, 2022
unexpected marvel
Not what I expected when I started reading this series. But can’t wait to see what happens next with everyone.
Not what I expected when I started reading this series. But can’t wait to see what happens next with everyone.
December 18, 2022
Good addition
This was a good addition to this series. The joys and pitfalls of being a parent when there are monsters around.
This was a good addition to this series. The joys and pitfalls of being a parent when there are monsters around.
December 21, 2022
fun
A good read for this series. Interesting at how the points and activities are allowed, issued, and used. Am looking forward to further adventures.
A good read for this series. Interesting at how the points and activities are allowed, issued, and used. Am looking forward to further adventures.
December 22, 2022
Great Casual Read
I really enjoy these books. The fantasy environment coupled with the everyday person instead of the 1 in a million hero.
I really enjoy these books. The fantasy environment coupled with the everyday person instead of the 1 in a million hero.
December 27, 2022
Great Series
So far this series has been great. Has enough to keep you reading and gives a relaxing read. Great change of pace from the normal save the world books.
So far this series has been great. Has enough to keep you reading and gives a relaxing read. Great change of pace from the normal save the world books.
December 30, 2022
Great series
Hopefully this is not the end. Great group of characters and a huge amount of stuff that can go right or wrong with how it's been left. Keep them coming.
Hopefully this is not the end. Great group of characters and a huge amount of stuff that can go right or wrong with how it's been left. Keep them coming.
February 12, 2023
Love it!
I love the perfect merging of sweet moments and bits of suspense. A feel good read cover to cover. On to the next one.
I love the perfect merging of sweet moments and bits of suspense. A feel good read cover to cover. On to the next one.
April 26, 2023
Enjoy the read
I read to relax and this book/series have done that. I enjoy the concept of this series and I am looking forward to the next book.
I read to relax and this book/series have done that. I enjoy the concept of this series and I am looking forward to the next book.
July 30, 2023
Great series
Give it a shot, it speaks for itself. 12 more words required. Just read the damned book.
-Jeremiah
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Give it a shot, it speaks for itself. 12 more words required. Just read the damned book.
-Jeremiah
(Extra words)
August 10, 2023
Good
Its a good book I can not wait to read book 6 so going to start it now thank you
Its a good book I can not wait to read book 6 so going to start it now thank you
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