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lisamarie2193's review
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Loved this book! Didn't disappoint after reading Hannahs first book Ice breaker.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Abandonment, Toxic relationship, and Alcoholism
dogoodwithbooks's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Closed Door Mods: Chapter 3 (some parts), Chapter 5 (some parts), Chapter 21, Chapter 22 (some parts), Chapter 24 (some parts), Chapter 28 (some parts), Chapter 32 (some parts)
When I say I breezed through and devoured this book, I really mean it.
Wildfire is such a nice, easy read, and I actually like this book more than the first book in the Maple Hills series (Icebreaker).
One of the things I really like about Wildfire was how relatable the characters felt in this book. I didn’t necessarily got that vibe from them in Icebreaker, but I like how you can see more of the characters’ individual personalities (both from Maple Hills and those at Honey Acres) shine without the constant hype of having them go out to a club or party every single night.
I also thought the relationship between Russ and and Aurora was really well-developed. Both of them had their own sort of “baggage” before they met, and I felt that they both complimented each other as well as enjoying seeing how they can heal and move forward because of their relationship.
Though I felt there were some tiny tweaks needed for the development of some of the side plots, I had no complaints with this book.
When I say I breezed through and devoured this book, I really mean it.
Wildfire is such a nice, easy read, and I actually like this book more than the first book in the Maple Hills series (Icebreaker).
One of the things I really like about Wildfire was how relatable the characters felt in this book. I didn’t necessarily got that vibe from them in Icebreaker, but I like how you can see more of the characters’ individual personalities (both from Maple Hills and those at Honey Acres) shine without the constant hype of having them go out to a club or party every single night.
I also thought the relationship between Russ and and Aurora was really well-developed. Both of them had their own sort of “baggage” before they met, and I felt that they both complimented each other as well as enjoying seeing how they can heal and move forward because of their relationship.
Though I felt there were some tiny tweaks needed for the development of some of the side plots, I had no complaints with this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Addiction, and Mental illness
Moderate: Alcoholism and Abandonment
Minor: Car accident and Sexual harassment
leeshy93's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction and Abandonment
thevanessa's review
emotional
funny
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment and Addiction
edietz22's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Addiction
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, and Sexual content
Minor: Alcohol and Drug use
manaledi's review
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Very readable very classic rom com. I read Give me a sign not all that long ago so the summer camp setting felt very familiar, but it's still more interesting than yet another college sports romance set on campus. She does friend groups very well and it's the broader banter that really carries this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Addiction, Abandonment, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Vomit
betweenthelinesbookclub's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Alcoholism, Addiction, and Emotional abuse
nerdybookguy's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Enjoyed reading it, I liked the first one a tiny bit better. If you're looking for a fluffy romcom that also deals with addiction/family issues on the side, this is that book. Kinda lacking in plot? But it's a fun read
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Addiction
Minor: Abandonment
smuttymcbookface's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Pros:
- Sweet, easy to love characters
- Cute and funny banter
- Talks about the difficulty of emotionally abusive and absent parents
- Good steam
- Good side characters
- Cute epilogue
Cons:
- Aurora wasn't always my favourite. She was sometimes too over the top, or way too understanding
- The conflict near the end felt out of character for Russ
- Everyone was too willing to just show up out of the blue for support?
- It was slower and sometimes a little boring, but I'm also not sure I'd change that?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Vomit
Minor: Abandonment and Excrement
if_books_be_the_food_of_love's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I enjoyed Wildfire! Russ and Aurora are likeable characters, and I loved the dual first person POV.
Aurora and Russ both have issues with their parents. But whereas Aurora is an open book, Russ’ instinct is to hide his father’s addiction out of embarrassment.
After a one-night stand which leads to miscommunication between our main characters, they find themselves forced into close proximity.
Can Aurora and Russ open up to each other and realise that their parents’ flaws are not a direct reflection on them?
It’s an enjoyable and easy feel-good romance. I also loved that Aurora likes her romance novels and could relate to comments regarding these in the book 📖
Quotes:
“Women will look past every red flag for a man over six two”
“It’s why I like contemporary romance; I know where I stand… I don’t trust poetry. You think you’re reading about an intense love story but then you find out it’s actually about a shoe”
“It’s no secret that I love books… I’ve lived a thousand lives between a thousand pages, but no story, no life, no page has ever made me feel as happy as you do, Russ”
Aurora and Russ both have issues with their parents. But whereas Aurora is an open book, Russ’ instinct is to hide his father’s addiction out of embarrassment.
After a one-night stand which leads to miscommunication between our main characters, they find themselves forced into close proximity.
Can Aurora and Russ open up to each other and realise that their parents’ flaws are not a direct reflection on them?
It’s an enjoyable and easy feel-good romance. I also loved that Aurora likes her romance novels and could relate to comments regarding these in the book 📖
Quotes:
“Women will look past every red flag for a man over six two”
“It’s why I like contemporary romance; I know where I stand… I don’t trust poetry. You think you’re reading about an intense love story but then you find out it’s actually about a shoe”
“It’s no secret that I love books… I’ve lived a thousand lives between a thousand pages, but no story, no life, no page has ever made me feel as happy as you do, Russ”
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Addiction and Abandonment
Minor: Vomit