Love Is a Toad by Lucy Lapwing
Love Is a Toad is Lucy Lapwing’s heartfelt journey through the wild spaces of the UK—meadows, bogs, hedgerows, woodlands and more. Driven by the emotional push‑and‑pull of loving a natural world in decline, Lucy sets out to explore the deep, complicated feelings that nature evokes: joy and wonder, but also grief, guilt and a sense of loss.
Across a full year outdoors, she encounters an extraordinary cast of wildlife—from Blackbirds and Oaks to puffballs, waterlilies, Dung Beetles and the humble toad—while reflecting on what these moments mean for our connection to the natural world.
Both a celebration and an invitation to look inward, Love Is a Toad blends humour, honesty and hope as it examines the messy, magical relationship between people and nature. Perfect for readers who love reflective nature writing, emotional journeys and the beauty of British wildlife.
