Blackberry Honey

ebi-hime

Rank: #1 / 7
Released: 2017
Studio: ebi-hime
Genre: visual novel

At a glance

Blackberry Honey is a visual novel by ebi-hime about a romance between maids in mid-19th-century England. Lorina Waugh, newly dismissed from a position at Hartwell, takes work at Bly to support her family. The demanding job brings bullying from senior staff and the young Lady Constance, while the reserved maid Taohua draws Lorina's attention and local rumors. The story follows their unexpected connection against the constraints of household life. The listed details describe about 100,000 words and roughly seven to ten hours of reading, with a kinetic storyline that has no choices or branches. It includes detailed backgrounds and CGs, a 1080p display, and an original soundtrack. The game is single-player and has Steam Achievements, Trading Cards, and Family Sharing. Released in 2017, it is listed for Windows, Linux, macOS, and Xbox Series X and Series S; the Steam platform listing names Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Who it is for

It suits readers looking for a linear lesbian romance visual novel with a Victorian setting and several hours of text-driven story.

What is good

About 100,000 words of text.
Around seven to ten hours of reading.
Linear story without branching choices.
Detailed backgrounds and CGs.

What to know first

Single-player only.
Story has no choices or branches.

Verdict

Blackberry Honey is a linear romance visual novel focused on Lorina and Taohua's relationship. Its stated length and historical household setting make it a fit for readers seeking a substantial, non-branching story.