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A review by paperbacksandsnacks
The Simple Wild by K.A. Tucker
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was so beautifully written, and so quietly gripping that now I’ve finished I feel a little lost. I know one thing is for certain and that’s that I have to read the next one in the series ASAP.
It feels like fate when Calla loses her job and is in a position to go and visit her dad whilst he’s unwell, especially with the way it all unfolds in the end. Not only did she gain time with her father but she found herself under the scrutiny of a rugged sky cowboy (as her mum calls them). And Jonah is one perfect, grumpy sky cowboy.
I really liked the way the romance unfurls throughout this, and how it’s not the only focus of the book. It’s a slow burn romance for sure with a lot of trepidation on both sides because of the context of the visit but it burns very bright despite being slow. It just feels very real and human rather than written purely for entertainment.
I liked the way the author included a lot of facts and history about Alaska. I am enamoured with a place I’ve not even seen! I wish Alaska Wild were a real company so I could look at their website and see all the gorgeous places that Calla and Jonah visit and the people whose lives they touch.
My only complaint with the book is that I do think it was slightly judgemental towards Calla and the way she carried herself differently because of her city upbringing. Especially as it wasn’t Calla who chose to leave for the city, it was a decision her mum made for her. I think the way it’s handled by Jonah in the end where he’s encouraging her to be more natural because she is beautiful without the extra glitz and makeup is better, but overall I think this judgement maybe went a bit overboard.
The way the relationship between Calla and her dad develops is also really lovely. And the message that forgiveness is a gift and time is precious. To not waste a moment because we never know how many moments we may get.
It was just a super wholesome and endearing book. I loved all the characters and the depths they held. I loved the setting and the messages. Just all super beautiful and I am really excited to see where Calla and Jonah go next.
It feels like fate when Calla loses her job and is in a position to go and visit her dad whilst he’s unwell, especially with the way it all unfolds in the end. Not only did she gain time with her father but she found herself under the scrutiny of a rugged sky cowboy (as her mum calls them). And Jonah is one perfect, grumpy sky cowboy.
I really liked the way the romance unfurls throughout this, and how it’s not the only focus of the book. It’s a slow burn romance for sure with a lot of trepidation on both sides because of the context of the visit but it burns very bright despite being slow. It just feels very real and human rather than written purely for entertainment.
I liked the way the author included a lot of facts and history about Alaska. I am enamoured with a place I’ve not even seen! I wish Alaska Wild were a real company so I could look at their website and see all the gorgeous places that Calla and Jonah visit and the people whose lives they touch.
My only complaint with the book is that I do think it was slightly judgemental towards Calla and the way she carried herself differently because of her city upbringing. Especially as it wasn’t Calla who chose to leave for the city, it was a decision her mum made for her. I think the way it’s handled by Jonah in the end where he’s encouraging her to be more natural because she is beautiful without the extra glitz and makeup is better, but overall I think this judgement maybe went a bit overboard.
The way the relationship between Calla and her dad develops is also really lovely. And the message that forgiveness is a gift and time is precious. To not waste a moment because we never know how many moments we may get.
It was just a super wholesome and endearing book. I loved all the characters and the depths they held. I loved the setting and the messages. Just all super beautiful and I am really excited to see where Calla and Jonah go next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Medical content, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Blood and Injury/Injury detail