Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Review: 5 stars for Pot Shot by Laura Piper Lee

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To open her cannabis dispensary, a chronically ill woman must defeat the surly doctor next door in this hilarious and steamy romantic comedy.   

Nomi Wyeth, former valedictorian and current pothead, has her heart set on opening her own boutique cannabis dispensary in charming downtown Sparrow Nook, New Jersey. Cannabis changed Nomi’s life, giving her relief from Crohn’s disease when nothing else could, and it’s her dream to help others find the same peace and comfort she has. 

But Nomi’s plans are rudely interrupted when Dr. Julian D’Angelo, former salutatorian and current asshole, returns to Sparrow Nook with a chip on his shoulder, a probation to serve at the medical practice next door, and a lifelong vendetta against weed.   

When an unfortunate shaving accident lands Nomi onto Julian’s exam table, Julian is appalled to discover that his high school nemesis is still inconveniently gorgeous, still hates his guts, and worst of all, that she’s planning on opening an amoral weed bordello next to his clinic. War is the only answer and definitely not an excuse to keep running into witty, free-spirited Nomi.   

As they battle each other all over Sparrow Nook, from “pot luck” fundraisers to public debates at City Council meetings, their fraught pasts and feelings for each other become harder and harder to ignore. It’s tough to say what will change first—their minds or their hearts—but one thing’s for sure: they’re not going down without a fight.

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What I thought about Pot Shot

Entrepreneur Nomi Wyeth has done all the work she needs to open her own medical marijuana dispensary. She's ready to get the best location in the small town of Sparrow Nook for her store, until her childhood crush, now doctor, decides to do everything to stop the dispensary from opening.  Sounds tense, doesn't it?  Pot Shot takes the concept to a whole different level, with banter that will make you laugh and a romantic setup that will have you rooting for Nomi and Dr. Julian.

This worked so well as a romance. The feelings between these two are palpable from the start.  Julian has a big character arc to accomplish, as he needs to learn how to work with people. His journey, while comical at times, was nicely done.

I really liked this story. It kept my interest from start to finish, and it's an easy read that you can tackle in a day or two. I especially liked how it handled the education of Dr. Julian in the medicinal properties of marijuana. I just liked everything about this story.  

If you are looking for a cute, humorous take on romance that will leave you smiling, Pot Shot might be for you.   

Review: 5 stars for Pot Shot by Laura Piper Lee

INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER To open her cannabis dispensary, a chronically ill woman must defeat the surly doctor next door in this hilar...