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bookaddict_fanatic's review
5.0
After reading The Estate I did not like Silas, in fact, I couldn't stand him and knew there was no way in hell that man could be redeemed......it would take a freaking miracle for that to happen!
"He wasn't a friend, until he became an enemy. He wasn't warm, until he became cold. He wasn't kind, until he became vicious. He was everything to me and nothing to me all at the same time. And I felt everything for him and nothing for him all at the same time."
This story was not what I expected, the twists and turns blew my mind at every turn which had me intrigued from beginning to end. I savored this story, I wanted to fully grasp the tumultuous relationship between Silas and Skyler and wow....the angst, the turmoil, the drama, it was conveyed through every page.
"This bridge sort of reminds me of each of us. We're splintered, fractured and broken. Life's thrown a ton at us and really worn us down. But, we're still here. We're still standing."
Silas and Skyler are opposites, yet compliment each other in every way. These two will have you an emotional hotmess....you'll laugh, smile, cry, yell but in the end you'll be cheering them on and hoping for their HEA!! I LOVED this book and in true Ivy fashion she redeemed the devil himself, I fell in love with Silas! This is one story that will absolutely monopolize your time!
"He wasn't a friend, until he became an enemy. He wasn't warm, until he became cold. He wasn't kind, until he became vicious. He was everything to me and nothing to me all at the same time. And I felt everything for him and nothing for him all at the same time."
This story was not what I expected, the twists and turns blew my mind at every turn which had me intrigued from beginning to end. I savored this story, I wanted to fully grasp the tumultuous relationship between Silas and Skyler and wow....the angst, the turmoil, the drama, it was conveyed through every page.
"This bridge sort of reminds me of each of us. We're splintered, fractured and broken. Life's thrown a ton at us and really worn us down. But, we're still here. We're still standing."
Silas and Skyler are opposites, yet compliment each other in every way. These two will have you an emotional hotmess....you'll laugh, smile, cry, yell but in the end you'll be cheering them on and hoping for their HEA!! I LOVED this book and in true Ivy fashion she redeemed the devil himself, I fell in love with Silas! This is one story that will absolutely monopolize your time!
morebooksforever's review
5.0
Silas and Skyler oh how I freaking love them!!!! Silas is the rich douche who thinks the world bows to him and can treat people however the hell he wants and not have to apologize for it. Then there is Skyler the stunning beauty who tries not to be noticed but is the one person who could care less that Silas I’d rich and she will not put up with his crap. Their first meeting and their chemistry is off the charts hot! They have this push pull between them that is undeniable. Skyler seems to be the only one who Silas actually let’s see the real him and then something happens and once again he’s a dick and pushes Skyler away. Fast forward ten years and a second chance that Silas is not letting slip by. There is some mystery some twists turns and some amazing sexy time
ripollsworkshopreads's review
5.0
This book was amazing! I could not put it down. I loved the main characters and how it flowed from each perspective. This book with take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride. I absolutely loved it and highly recommend reading it! I have not read the other standalone books in this series but I 100% plan to go back and read them. I received an ARC to leave my honest review of this book.
lowkeyreader's review
4.0
You already know I'm a sucker for enemies-to-lovers and second chance. This book has both of those tropes so I gave it a go. And also because I want to start reading Ivy Wild's books. Silas and Skylar's story is full of drama, angst, and passion. They kept me hooked, with their own issues and struggle then with their relationship. It was definitely not easy but in the end, it was such a satisfaction to have read their story.
madhur's review
5.0
Beautiful story
I am so glad I read this book. The intensity in this book is so hot. It's so damn beautifully written. I loved the equation between Skylar and Silas.
I loved both these characters alot. Both of these characters are super intense and fight with their own set of insecurities. They are different yet the same.
The intensity and the plot in this book will keep you hooked till the end and you will fall in love with Silas and Skylar. The romance is swoon worthy.
I loved how Ivy Wild handled the insecurities these two characters have.
All in all I loved every bit of this story.
I am so glad I read this book. The intensity in this book is so hot. It's so damn beautifully written. I loved the equation between Skylar and Silas.
I loved both these characters alot. Both of these characters are super intense and fight with their own set of insecurities. They are different yet the same.
The intensity and the plot in this book will keep you hooked till the end and you will fall in love with Silas and Skylar. The romance is swoon worthy.
I loved how Ivy Wild handled the insecurities these two characters have.
All in all I loved every bit of this story.
lindas_bookstoread's review
5.0
My second Wild book! I'm hooked!
I sat down early, cracked open my reader and began. Before I knew it, I was at the last page. Totally satisfied, but, yet, not, as it was the end.
Ms. Wild's character development, her story-telling, the twists, turns, angst, emotion...all of this kept me engaged, smiling, crying....
This author will have quite a following, I'm sure.
She nailed three of my favorite tropes all in one story.
She is definitely on my new release watch list!
I sat down early, cracked open my reader and began. Before I knew it, I was at the last page. Totally satisfied, but, yet, not, as it was the end.
Ms. Wild's character development, her story-telling, the twists, turns, angst, emotion...all of this kept me engaged, smiling, crying....
This author will have quite a following, I'm sure.
She nailed three of my favorite tropes all in one story.
She is definitely on my new release watch list!
currant7's review
5.0
Disclosure: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
This review can also be found in Currant7 Recommends.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Coming after The Estate (Book 1), readers will remember Silas Jenkins as the cut-throat competitor of Carter Ross. Little is mentioned about Silas aside from his "bad deeds." I have questions on Silas' life and why he turned the way he did because those deeds were not kosher - going beyond ethics. Readers do not realize that Silas has a complex mind wrought with angst, pain, and skepticism. I am happy to see that the author chose him to star in the series' third installment - to feature an unlikely anti-hero with much potential to captivate us!
Like Silas', Skylar's connection is with Sophie Strong, the main character in Infamous, Book 2. Skylar was one of the integral characters in Book 2 that helped Sophie get her justice. I remember loving Skylar and her antics. I am so happy that Skylar finally gets her story - twisted as they come.
The story is written from Silas' and Skylar's POVs (first person - dual) and evokes so much emotion. It was impossible not to stop and take a breather at times. In the author's authentic style, flashbacks are written unintrusively within the chapters to explain backstories. I enjoyed listening to both characters' frustrations, angst, and pain. It was "humbling" to see this, especially for Silas - who is as human and broken as I suspected.
FYI - I had to prepare myself each time I start with this author because she pulls out a lot in me with her detailed character development that dives deep into the ugly truths. These revelations will bring in so much emotional turmoil to readers before raising them to be idols for us all to admire and revere at the end.
Silas is characterized differently from how I perceived him to be. I agree that he is a bully and a prick from the start, but it all comes from a sad and twisted past that shaped him. People like Silas do not become who they are just because - his history is one of the saddest ones I've read. He grew up in a troubled home with uncontrollable elements that forced him to "guard" his emotions and shut himself to the world. Being a "bully" was Silas' coping mechanism to get through his troubles. It is sad and very passive-aggressive behavior.
As readers dive into Silas' story, we see a very misunderstood man. He tries to numb everyone and everything around him instead of figuring out the emotions he faced with his situation. Readers will start to understand that under the supposed "heartless, cruel man" lies a man who initially loved, lost, and found "the unexpected" in the most unlikely places. Silas grows up and matures a lot in his approach with Skylar. He is still a stubborn and persistent man but older, wiser, and more determined to "right" his past with her.
Skylar Jackson may not be a full-on strong woman, but she is unique and intelligent enough to survive and keep to herself. The special edition's book cover shows us an ethereal woman who amazing people like Silas with the aura and warmth she projects, even to sinners like Silas.
Coming back to her hometown to only a waitressing job was not how Skylar wants. She had dreams and ambitions that did not pan out. Skylar knew that she had let people down, and coming back home brings many sad memories for her, most especially about Silas. Skylar's personality is a big contradiction. She is a support for others but shrinks when it comes to her issues. She helps others but is "stuck" in not knowing how to improve her situation. She knows that she shouldn't bother when Silas came for her. But when an offer that was too good not to accept comes her way and a jump to help her financially, how could Skylar protect herself and her heart while finding her self-worth again? If anything goes wrong, she might not survive the aftermath of the carnage that only Silas Jackson can bring.
The conflict and ending of it was a blast from the past and unexpected. I appreciate that the story's build-up has a lot to do with the relationship, leading us to understand the conflict and resolution better. There were too many "wrong moves." Ultimately, both Silas and Skylar were more cunning, turning the story from being the victims to the victors. I will leave it there.
My overall impression:-
Brightly Burning Bridges is a slow build, misunderstood characters book. Silas and Skylar's connection is a slow build. There is something that connects yet polarizes them at the same time. I am not sure if it's both of them fearing to be vulnerable, but they do share closely guarded-enough secrets to warrant a relationship. Whether it is friends or more is another question.
I am still in awe that this author can change my perspective about Silas after ripping the character apart in Book 1! I wanted to see the worst in Silas, but the writing/story was the right amount that won me over. Silas' façade duplexity is convincing. I would shed a tear when the author brings in Silas' and Skylar's painful scenes.
I cannot say that this is a full-on enemies-to-friends or a bully romance. There are "bully-like" moments wherein Silas would taunt and "tease" Skylar to the point as a self-preservation mechanism in guarding the unexplained and uncontrollable emotions whenever he was with Skylar. Some may describe Silas as cruel or entitled or Skylar as a "push-over," but the latter does fight for herself when she sees it to be warranted nearing the end. Skylar held herself well enough to have Silas' requests and actions just roll-over her back like water off a duck's back than stress over it. I appreciate how she curbed herself and did not bother "reacting." This story made me believe in true love that can conquer all, even decades after a bad enough event that supposedly severed Skylar and Silas' relationship. A must-read for angst, love, and emotional thrill readers, if you want every "feels" in you to come out.
PS: I love the artworks shown, which helped readers understand the type of art produced by one of the characters. Those artworks will help readers connect and appreciate the story, like the song list provided, even more.
This review can also be found in Currant7 Recommends.
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Coming after The Estate (Book 1), readers will remember Silas Jenkins as the cut-throat competitor of Carter Ross. Little is mentioned about Silas aside from his "bad deeds." I have questions on Silas' life and why he turned the way he did because those deeds were not kosher - going beyond ethics. Readers do not realize that Silas has a complex mind wrought with angst, pain, and skepticism. I am happy to see that the author chose him to star in the series' third installment - to feature an unlikely anti-hero with much potential to captivate us!
Like Silas', Skylar's connection is with Sophie Strong, the main character in Infamous, Book 2. Skylar was one of the integral characters in Book 2 that helped Sophie get her justice. I remember loving Skylar and her antics. I am so happy that Skylar finally gets her story - twisted as they come.
The story is written from Silas' and Skylar's POVs (first person - dual) and evokes so much emotion. It was impossible not to stop and take a breather at times. In the author's authentic style, flashbacks are written unintrusively within the chapters to explain backstories. I enjoyed listening to both characters' frustrations, angst, and pain. It was "humbling" to see this, especially for Silas - who is as human and broken as I suspected.
FYI - I had to prepare myself each time I start with this author because she pulls out a lot in me with her detailed character development that dives deep into the ugly truths. These revelations will bring in so much emotional turmoil to readers before raising them to be idols for us all to admire and revere at the end.
Silas is characterized differently from how I perceived him to be. I agree that he is a bully and a prick from the start, but it all comes from a sad and twisted past that shaped him. People like Silas do not become who they are just because - his history is one of the saddest ones I've read. He grew up in a troubled home with uncontrollable elements that forced him to "guard" his emotions and shut himself to the world. Being a "bully" was Silas' coping mechanism to get through his troubles. It is sad and very passive-aggressive behavior.
As readers dive into Silas' story, we see a very misunderstood man. He tries to numb everyone and everything around him instead of figuring out the emotions he faced with his situation. Readers will start to understand that under the supposed "heartless, cruel man" lies a man who initially loved, lost, and found "the unexpected" in the most unlikely places. Silas grows up and matures a lot in his approach with Skylar. He is still a stubborn and persistent man but older, wiser, and more determined to "right" his past with her.
Skylar Jackson may not be a full-on strong woman, but she is unique and intelligent enough to survive and keep to herself. The special edition's book cover shows us an ethereal woman who amazing people like Silas with the aura and warmth she projects, even to sinners like Silas.
Coming back to her hometown to only a waitressing job was not how Skylar wants. She had dreams and ambitions that did not pan out. Skylar knew that she had let people down, and coming back home brings many sad memories for her, most especially about Silas. Skylar's personality is a big contradiction. She is a support for others but shrinks when it comes to her issues. She helps others but is "stuck" in not knowing how to improve her situation. She knows that she shouldn't bother when Silas came for her. But when an offer that was too good not to accept comes her way and a jump to help her financially, how could Skylar protect herself and her heart while finding her self-worth again? If anything goes wrong, she might not survive the aftermath of the carnage that only Silas Jackson can bring.
The conflict and ending of it was a blast from the past and unexpected. I appreciate that the story's build-up has a lot to do with the relationship, leading us to understand the conflict and resolution better. There were too many "wrong moves." Ultimately, both Silas and Skylar were more cunning, turning the story from being the victims to the victors. I will leave it there.
My overall impression:-
Brightly Burning Bridges is a slow build, misunderstood characters book. Silas and Skylar's connection is a slow build. There is something that connects yet polarizes them at the same time. I am not sure if it's both of them fearing to be vulnerable, but they do share closely guarded-enough secrets to warrant a relationship. Whether it is friends or more is another question.
I am still in awe that this author can change my perspective about Silas after ripping the character apart in Book 1! I wanted to see the worst in Silas, but the writing/story was the right amount that won me over. Silas' façade duplexity is convincing. I would shed a tear when the author brings in Silas' and Skylar's painful scenes.
I cannot say that this is a full-on enemies-to-friends or a bully romance. There are "bully-like" moments wherein Silas would taunt and "tease" Skylar to the point as a self-preservation mechanism in guarding the unexplained and uncontrollable emotions whenever he was with Skylar. Some may describe Silas as cruel or entitled or Skylar as a "push-over," but the latter does fight for herself when she sees it to be warranted nearing the end. Skylar held herself well enough to have Silas' requests and actions just roll-over her back like water off a duck's back than stress over it. I appreciate how she curbed herself and did not bother "reacting." This story made me believe in true love that can conquer all, even decades after a bad enough event that supposedly severed Skylar and Silas' relationship. A must-read for angst, love, and emotional thrill readers, if you want every "feels" in you to come out.
PS: I love the artworks shown, which helped readers understand the type of art produced by one of the characters. Those artworks will help readers connect and appreciate the story, like the song list provided, even more.
thebookstagrambabe's review
dark
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
3.5
Silas's heart is frozen. His walls so high to protect himself from everyone. Until he finds Skyler at one of his parties. He can't get her off his mind and finds himself entangled in loving her and hating her for having everything he doesn't. Ten years later their paths cross again. This time Skylars walls are up. Can Silas bring himself back into her good graces and will their emotions finally spill over and admit to each other how much they truly feel for one another?
I think I'm still processing this book. You'll definitely find at least one thing good about it. It has a little bit of everything second chance young love, enemies to lovers, money, sex, action and thrill. This is my first read by Ivy Wild. I couldn't put it down. I mean I finished this in under 24 hours!
The reason I couldn't rate this higher is just because I think I'm over the whole bully romance. I used to love a tense romance but now I just find it abusive and unhealthy and don't love promoting it anymore. I also found it strange that when they were 10 years in the past some of the references were still current references like tiger king and amazon prime which weren't popular in early 2010s. I would definitely read something again from Ivy if it wasn't so hot and cold on the abusive scale.
ARC gifted in return for an honest option!
I think I'm still processing this book. You'll definitely find at least one thing good about it. It has a little bit of everything second chance young love, enemies to lovers, money, sex, action and thrill. This is my first read by Ivy Wild. I couldn't put it down. I mean I finished this in under 24 hours!
The reason I couldn't rate this higher is just because I think I'm over the whole bully romance. I used to love a tense romance but now I just find it abusive and unhealthy and don't love promoting it anymore. I also found it strange that when they were 10 years in the past some of the references were still current references like tiger king and amazon prime which weren't popular in early 2010s. I would definitely read something again from Ivy if it wasn't so hot and cold on the abusive scale.
ARC gifted in return for an honest option!
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