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book_worm_mama_bear's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
Pucking Around was amazing and I enjoyed every moment from spice to the plot twist but some how Pucking Wild was even better. I laughed, cried (I'm a Tess), and wanted to punch Tess's ex so bad. The spice was off the charts. I was pumped for this book but I wasn't ready for how obsessed I am over this book. This book has an amazing ending and I so can't wait for Poppy's story and find out what happens in her story. I know this book review is very all over the place but as a curvy redhead that has been through an evil ex and also some other issues talked about in this book it just hit different and I just love it so much. Please if you enjoyed Pucking Around read Pucking Wild. You get more of Rachel and her guys plus an amazing love story that has lots of spice. This is a 5/5 star and 5/5 spice 5/5 plot. GO READ IT NOW! Happy reading
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Classism, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, and Stalking
joburnsreads's review against another edition
4.0
βοΈ 4
πΆ Open Door, 18+
π’ Sports Romance
π’ Age Gap
π’ Bi, Curvy Heroine
π’ Cinnamon Roll Hero
π’ Opposites Attract
π’ Forced Proximity
π’ Friends with Benefits
π’ Celebrity Romance (NHL Player)
π’ Dyslexia Rep
Another great book in the Jacksonville Rays universe! I truly loved this age gap, forced proximity romance. Tess was literally so badass and Ryan was like the biggest cinnamon roll I have ever read about. These two had the BEST banter, the BEST spice, the BEST convos about their relationship. I truly loved seeing so many of my favorite characters from Pucking Around and I can't wait for Pucking Sweet!
πΆ Open Door, 18+
π’ Sports Romance
π’ Age Gap
π’ Bi, Curvy Heroine
π’ Cinnamon Roll Hero
π’ Opposites Attract
π’ Forced Proximity
π’ Friends with Benefits
π’ Celebrity Romance (NHL Player)
π’ Dyslexia Rep
Another great book in the Jacksonville Rays universe! I truly loved this age gap, forced proximity romance. Tess was literally so badass and Ryan was like the biggest cinnamon roll I have ever read about. These two had the BEST banter, the BEST spice, the BEST convos about their relationship. I truly loved seeing so many of my favorite characters from Pucking Around and I can't wait for Pucking Sweet!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting and Domestic abuse
lindsayreads21's review against another edition
emotional
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Abandonment, Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Physical abuse
katie_lacour's review against another edition
3.0
I liked the exploration of different types of sex with consent, overcoming an abusive relationship, and diversity through a learning difference and with a plus size woman as the FMC. On the other hand, parts of it were not super memorable and I struggled to finish this as fast as I did with Pucking Around. I wish Tess and Rachelβs relationship was a bigger part of the story, too. Finally, in terms of the series as a whole while there is great diversity in terms of bodies, learning differences, and sexuality, I wish there was more racial, ethnic, and gender diversity. That said, I appreciate how Emily Rath has helped to pave the way for books about queer relationships and people to become more mainstream.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Stalking, Sexism, Misogyny, Infidelity, Gaslighting, Homophobia, and Biphobia
Minor: Ableism
ashley_est1988's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Infidelity
Minor: Ableism
bettyswan_reader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Domestic abuse
Minor: Stalking
amy_sutt's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
I am quickly becoming an auto-buy fan of Emily Rath's. This is the second book I've read in her Jacksonville Rays series and both have been outstanding. Unlike the first book (and it sounds like the upcoming 3rd book) which are why choose, this book is MF and our FMC is the best friend of our favorite FMC from book 1, Rachel Price. Tess makes a couple of appearances in the first book and I loved her from the start as the fiery best friend. This book was challenging because Tess had to leave her previous life in Cincinnati OH after her crappy ex blindsided her at work with some complete BS (he's a real gem as you'll see) and this leads her back to Jacksonville to lean on Rachel and help Mars with a nonprofit he's funding. When she accidentally ends up sharing Mar's house with Jake (the puppy) their sparks will fly and possibly burn the place down.
This book was so enjoyable to read. The spice was expertly done. The dirty talk was top notch. I liked seeing bother FMC and MMC show growth through the story and loved Tess helping the puppy learn some of his kinks ;) I will say check the TW/CW because if narcissists or gaslighting are triggering for you, then skip this one because the ex is really a piece of work.
Totally recommend you check this out!!
This book was so enjoyable to read. The spice was expertly done. The dirty talk was top notch. I liked seeing bother FMC and MMC show growth through the story and loved Tess helping the puppy learn some of his kinks ;) I will say check the TW/CW because if narcissists or gaslighting are triggering for you, then skip this one because the ex is really a piece of work.
Totally recommend you check this out!!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Gaslighting, Classism, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Medical content, Stalking, and Sexual content
lzzlong16's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
tense
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
5.0
4πΆοΈ <slight spoilers throughout>
This universe. Dr. Rath thank you for these gems. I laugh so much in these. I love them. These books are everything. They touch your heart, they make that kitty purr, and I'm surprised I don't have abs from how much they make me laugh. Miss Tess I knew I would love her but I had no idea the kind of strength she had. God she is such a freaking badass and I love it. I love her confidence, her take no shit attitude and how fiercely she loves. I understood her needs to run and her feelings of never being seen and to see her overcome those was beautiful. And Ryan ugh to find a man that obsessed is the goal. We love that this puppy had some bite and couldn't have had a better man for our wild leading lady. Ryan was so fun to get to know he killed me so much. He also cared so much. I can't wait to see more from these families and I just can't rave about these enough π₯°
This universe. Dr. Rath thank you for these gems. I laugh so much in these. I love them. These books are everything. They touch your heart, they make that kitty purr, and I'm surprised I don't have abs from how much they make me laugh. Miss Tess I knew I would love her but I had no idea the kind of strength she had. God she is such a freaking badass and I love it. I love her confidence, her take no shit attitude and how fiercely she loves. I understood her needs to run and her feelings of never being seen and to see her overcome those was beautiful. And Ryan ugh to find a man that obsessed is the goal. We love that this puppy had some bite and couldn't have had a better man for our wild leading lady. Ryan was so fun to get to know he killed me so much. He also cared so much. I can't wait to see more from these families and I just can't rave about these enough π₯°
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Domestic abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Violence
tguccione's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Stalking, Domestic abuse, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail, and Physical abuse
kat7794's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Cursing, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Infidelity