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funny
hopeful
reflective
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:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Infertility, Infidelity, Miscarriage, Pregnancy
emotional
hopeful
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
This book was so close to being a 5 star for me. I related so much to Winter and her struggles throughout this book, both as a parent and with her familial issues. The only reason it’s not is because the beginning has the miscommunication trope (in quite an epic way) and I find it really hard to read.
That being said, I understand why the author set out the book the way she did. The story is really about Theo & Winter coming back together and overcoming their insecurities to be what the other needs.
I don’t read many romances where the surprise pregnancy trope is the focus (it’s normally an epilogue addition) and I actually didn’t mind this at all. There is a bit of talk about previous IVF treatment, infertility and miscarriage that maybe triggering to some people, so proceed with caution.
I thought the character development in this was brilliant (particularly Winter) and I appreciated the time we spent with Theo as he struggled through people’s perception of him and his personal life. Also, watching him interact with Vivi and diving head first into parenthood with no hesitation was *immaculate*.
Elsie Silver did it again with this book and I’m excited to read Beau & Bailey’s story.
4.5 stars
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility, Miscarriage, Toxic relationship
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Medical content, Pregnancy, Gaslighting
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Infertility, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Infertility, Infidelity, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical content, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Death of parent, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Infertility, Miscarriage, Death of parent
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
After a lifetime of doing what everyone expects of her, Winter is taking back her life. That just happens to come in the form of a one night stand with a cocky, sexy bull rider named Theo.
I loved this book, it is my favourite in the series and I normally hate accidental pregnancy tropes. I wasn't sure about reading Winter's book, because I really hated her character, but I am so glad that I did. Her story is a heartbreaking redemption story. Spiteful mother, neglectful father, sister pitted against her, husband who literally groomed her underage sister. Of course she has trust issues! Who wouldn't!?
I loved how patient and understanding Theo was with Winter. He accepted her for who she was and never tried to change her. He gave her something she had never really had before - respect and unconditional love. When he found out about Vivi, he seamlessly stepped into the role of partner and father. He supported Winter in every way possible. This is what a PARTNER looks like! I really enjoyed seeing Winter's transformation as she learned to love herself and accept love from others.
I LOVE the relationship between all of the family members and how they welcomed and rallied around Winter when she needed them. Also I really appreciate that we saw her mending her relationship with her father and ditching the toxic relationships in her life.
I don't really understand the 18 month gap. Does he never return to the town? Rhett never happened to mention it to him? Though I get that this is plausible, 18 months seems like a long time span.
Tropes: small town, accidental pregnancy, single parent, grumpy/sunshine
I loved this book, it is my favourite in the series and I normally hate accidental pregnancy tropes. I wasn't sure about reading Winter's book, because I really hated her character, but I am so glad that I did. Her story is a heartbreaking redemption story. Spiteful mother, neglectful father, sister pitted against her, husband who literally groomed her underage sister. Of course she has trust issues! Who wouldn't!?
I loved how patient and understanding Theo was with Winter. He accepted her for who she was and never tried to change her. He gave her something she had never really had before - respect and unconditional love.
I LOVE the relationship between all of the family members and how they welcomed and rallied around Winter when she needed them. Also I really appreciate that we saw her mending her relationship with her father and ditching the toxic relationships in her life.
Tropes: small town, accidental pregnancy, single parent, grumpy/sunshine
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Infertility, Miscarriage, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Abandonment
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Honestly my heart is so full after reading this book.
I fell in love with Chestnut Springs from book one, but with every book, with every character I am reading I fall a little bit more in love.
Reckless is about Winter and Theo. Winter is Summer’s sister and we met her briefly in book one. Theo we also met in book one and is a young bull fighter who Rhett took under his wing.
This book is basically their epic love story and I’m so here for it. I think it’s my favourite out of all three and I loved all the previous book. Theo is honestly who I love as a main character, all heart, sass and strength. Winter is harder but you can understand why she has gone through a lot. They just mix so well together it made my little black heart expand with joy when they starting bickering with one another.
The banter in this book is honestly some of the best I have read. They spark off one another and Elsie Silver did it to perfection! The sexual tension between the two was also some of my favourite I have read!
The added extra bonus of these book was we got to see some of our favourite characters too with a bit more of a light shone on a couple of characters I can’t wait to see more of!
Overall this was a well written romance book by an author who is now an autobuy for me!
I fell in love with Chestnut Springs from book one, but with every book, with every character I am reading I fall a little bit more in love.
Reckless is about Winter and Theo. Winter is Summer’s sister and we met her briefly in book one. Theo we also met in book one and is a young bull fighter who Rhett took under his wing.
This book is basically their epic love story and I’m so here for it. I think it’s my favourite out of all three and I loved all the previous book. Theo is honestly who I love as a main character, all heart, sass and strength. Winter is harder but you can understand why she has gone through a lot. They just mix so well together it made my little black heart expand with joy when they starting bickering with one another.
The banter in this book is honestly some of the best I have read. They spark off one another and Elsie Silver did it to perfection! The sexual tension between the two was also some of my favourite I have read!
The added extra bonus of these book was we got to see some of our favourite characters too with a bit more of a light shone on a couple of characters I can’t wait to see more of!
Overall this was a well written romance book by an author who is now an autobuy for me!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Sexual content