Swamp & City

“Swamp & City” is a touching, heartwarming, and sometimes funny story about Plog, an ogre, and Lily, a human. The two match on a dating app and begin an adventure of meeting one another in person and going on dates together. Despite moments of awkwardness and discomfort, their love and chemistry triumph as they learn how to coexist. Their relationship is tested by societal pressure and tension from Lily’s family, yet these obstacles are ultimately overcome, illustrating the theme that love can reshape the world. The book’s message is powerful and filled with beauty etched into each chapter—lessons we can all learn from as human beings. Every detail feels deliberately placed, as though nothing escapes the author’s watchful eye. Wilde demonstrates an exceptional command of nuance and specificity, making the book an incredibly satisfying read.