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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? Yes
3.0
This was a prequel to the Gold Rush Ranch Series that I don't find to be super informative to the first two books. Definitely skippable but also pretty neutral about it. This is Vaughns and Coles parents origin story. It's not available on kindle unlimited like the others but you can get it through Elsie Silver's newsletter sign up for free!
The age gap where he knew her most of her life and watched her grow up is weird to me and I can't get on board with that despite him not seeing her that way and her being the one to pursue him when she's of age. None of these tropes are doing any favors for me.
The age gap where he knew her most of her life and watched her grow up is weird to me and I can't get on board with that despite him not seeing her that way and her being the one to pursue him when she's of age. None of these tropes are doing any favors for me.
kaitbreads's review
4.0
4 stars. This was cute and it was a fun glimpse into the past to see how Gold Rush Ranch started. I loved how fiery Ada was and it was cool to see a young Dermot.
daciow0w's review
3.0
sweet novella, but for me to much smashing and to little deep coversations between them
ecbrookshire's review
hopeful
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a fun little snack! So far, I am really loving the Gold Rush Ranch World and this novella showed us a glimpse of the past with Ada and Dermot. I wouldn't say that it was super plot heavy or fleshed out but it was a sweet glimpse into their love story. Romantic with some spice, second chance at love vibes... it's just fun! If you are going to jump into this world, don't skip the novella!
lilyya's review
4.0
4 stars.
The story retraced the Hardings grandparents epic love story. The novella in itself wasnât orchestrated with a heartbreaking or sad tone but the memory of their tragic deaths (mentioned in the previous book in the series) imprinted a melancholic atmosphere around every happy moment the protagonists had. However, it didnât tarnish the beautiful connection between Ada and Dermot.
Ada is a twenty one year old cowgirl who had always been in love with the much older and mature ranch helper, Dermot Harding. Her crush was pretty obvious to whoever payed a little attention to their dynamic and how she followed him everywhere around Gold Rush Ranch but Dermot never viewed her as a woman until she kissed him âas a goodbyeâ the night before he was gone to war. Sadly, he rejected her and didnât kiss her back. At thirty year old, Dermot freshly returned from his three years deployment to find a different version of the little girl he left behind. A girl who didnât wait for him to experience the adult life and a girl to whom he didnât write any letters.
Ada was without surprise a strong, stubborn female lead and Dermot was painted as a tormented hero; torn between morals and heart decisions. It was a heartwarming read balanced with explosive smut scenes. I cried and cried and cried at the ending.
avoided reading it for a year bc i knew i would end up crying my eyes out whenever i remember how both died.. alone
â Dear Ada,
P.S. I should have kissed you back. â
The story retraced the Hardings grandparents epic love story. The novella in itself wasnât orchestrated with a heartbreaking or sad tone but the memory of their tragic deaths (mentioned in the previous book in the series) imprinted a melancholic atmosphere around every happy moment the protagonists had. However, it didnât tarnish the beautiful connection between Ada and Dermot.
"Iâm yours, Dermot. Iâve always been yours."
Ada is a twenty one year old cowgirl who had always been in love with the much older and mature ranch helper, Dermot Harding. Her crush was pretty obvious to whoever payed a little attention to their dynamic and how she followed him everywhere around Gold Rush Ranch but Dermot never viewed her as a woman until she kissed him âas a goodbyeâ the night before he was gone to war. Sadly, he rejected her and didnât kiss her back. At thirty year old, Dermot freshly returned from his three years deployment to find a different version of the little girl he left behind. A girl who didnât wait for him to experience the adult life and a girl to whom he didnât write any letters.
"Thisâusâitâs everything"
Ada was without surprise a strong, stubborn female lead and Dermot was painted as a tormented hero; torn between morals and heart decisions. It was a heartwarming read balanced with explosive smut scenes. I cried and cried and cried at the ending.
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avoided reading it for a year bc i knew i would end up crying my eyes out whenever i remember how both died.. alone