Scan barcode
A review by paperbacksandsnacks
Swift and Saddled by Lyla Sage
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.0
If I could live at Rebel Blue Ranch surrounded by cute calves and handsome cowboys I definitely would. Lyla Sage never disappoints. This forced proximity cowboy romance made me giggle, kick my little legs and definitely blush. Weston Rhodes Ryder you are a dreamboat, gentleman and all around sunshine legend. Plus, your bedroom talk is exquisite.
Coming from a previously controlling relationship and now with my lovely fiancé (who Wes reminds me of a lot) I can totally relate to Ada and how she feels like it’s all too good to be true. I’m a bit of a moon girl myself (IYKYK) and honestly just am so happy Ada found her happy place at the ranch with a cowboy, cutie doggy and a found family with the Ryders.
I loved the talk about interior design and DIY projects throughout this too. I think making a house feel like a home is a beautiful thing and I think the way the house was making progress related to Ada and Wes and even Ada within herself.
This book did touch on some topics such as depression and also abusive/controlling relationships but Lyla handled them really well. The honest discussions between Wes and Ada I think were very important not just within the story but on a wider level too. It’s important to know that bad days don’t last. That you shouldn’t make yourself small to make someone else feel big. Prioritise you.
Alsooo, this book set up some feelers for book 4 (Cam!!) and I honestly don’t think I’ll cope. I don’t think I’m even ready for book 3 (I’m sorry but enemies to lovers is my cryptonite).
Anyway, a wholesome cowboy romance as is expected from Sage. Easy to read and fast paced. No third act break up, Wes dealt with Ada and her panic at feeling happy really well and all issues were handled with adult delicacy. Would recommend. If nothing else the covers are GORGEOUS, and deserve to be on shelves. But the stories inside are just as beautiful.
Coming from a previously controlling relationship and now with my lovely fiancé (who Wes reminds me of a lot) I can totally relate to Ada and how she feels like it’s all too good to be true. I’m a bit of a moon girl myself (IYKYK) and honestly just am so happy Ada found her happy place at the ranch with a cowboy, cutie doggy and a found family with the Ryders.
I loved the talk about interior design and DIY projects throughout this too. I think making a house feel like a home is a beautiful thing and I think the way the house was making progress related to Ada and Wes and even Ada within herself.
This book did touch on some topics such as depression and also abusive/controlling relationships but Lyla handled them really well. The honest discussions between Wes and Ada I think were very important not just within the story but on a wider level too. It’s important to know that bad days don’t last. That you shouldn’t make yourself small to make someone else feel big. Prioritise you.
Alsooo, this book set up some feelers for book 4 (Cam!!) and I honestly don’t think I’ll cope. I don’t think I’m even ready for book 3 (I’m sorry but enemies to lovers is my cryptonite).
Anyway, a wholesome cowboy romance as is expected from Sage. Easy to read and fast paced. No third act break up, Wes dealt with Ada and her panic at feeling happy really well and all issues were handled with adult delicacy. Would recommend. If nothing else the covers are GORGEOUS, and deserve to be on shelves. But the stories inside are just as beautiful.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Mental illness