marzz's Reviews

ARC Disclosure: I received an advance reader copy of this book through Pen Pinery. This is my honest review and reflects my own thoughts and opinions about the book.

This story pulled me in from the beginning and honestly didn’t let me go until I reached the end. There were so many obstacles thrown at these characters at every step, and somehow they kept choosing each other through all of it.

I really loved Silas and the way he was so possessive and protective of her. I also loved that she wasn’t a helpless heroine. She was strong and brave in her own way.

One of my favorite parts was watching her go through the grief of losing the life and sense of herself she once had. She had to put her trust in a complete stranger, and somehow that stranger became the person who helped her find her strength again. Silas didn’t just protect her and keep her safe. He taught her how to protect herself. He trained her to pay attention to her surroundings, recognize danger, and know how to keep herself safe. She started out as the prey, but she didn't stay that way.

I really loved seeing how they made each other stronger. She helped Silas feel seen, wanted, and happy in a way he didn’t think he deserved, while he helped her discover that she was capable of so much more than she realized. Their relationship became more than just him protecting her; they became a team.

Their relationship had so much tension, especially with everything happening around them. They tried to ignore their feelings, but eventually they just couldn’t stay away from each other. And yes… there was plenty of spice 🔥 which was definitely a nice addition to all that tension!

I loved the whole ride this book took me on—the danger, secrets, betrayal, running, hiding, and having to trust each other when it felt like there was no one else they could turn to. When Silas realized that even the people he trusted might have betrayed him, it really felt like it had come down to the two of them against everyone else.

I did notice a few spelling/typo errors throughout the book, but they were easy enough to understand from the context and never stopped me from getting caught up in the story.

Overall, this was such an exciting, emotional, and spicy read. I became completely invested in Silas and Wren’s story, and now that I’ve reached the end, I’m definitely not ready to leave them behind. That cliffhanger has me desperately curious about what comes next. 😭🖤

ARC Disclosure: I received an advance reader copy of this book through Pen Pinery. This is my honest review and reflects my own thoughts and opinions about the book.

I honestly don’t even know where to start because I loved this story so much. 🥹❤️

Frankie and Cole’s story was such a beautiful, emotional, small-town romance. What started with a new neighbor, a grumpy first impression, and a hat that somehow kept finding its way between them turned into something so much deeper than I expected.

I really loved Frankie as a character. She’s trying to figure out what she wants from her life while also dealing with things that aren’t always easy to explain to the people around her. Cole has his own past and his own things he carries with him, and watching these two slowly open up to each other was one of my favorite parts of the book. They both had their own struggles, but somehow they became a safe place for each other.

I loved all the little things throughout the story–the farm, the chickens, the kittens, the festival, the family dinners, and even the moments that had me laughing when I wasn't expecting to. 🥹 There were also moments that genuinely made me cry. The way the story handled Frankie’s health struggles and the feeling of not always being heard really hit me.

There were definitely a few spelling errors throughout the book, but they were easy to overlook and didn't take away from the story for me.

This was such a beautiful ranch-style, small-town romance about finding your way, letting go of what you thought your life was supposed to be, and realizing that sometimes home isn't necessarily a place. It can be a person and the life you build together.

I fell in love with these characters and the way their relationship developed. I laughed, I cried, I got frustrated right along with them, and by the end, I was so happy to see where their journey took them.

I'm so thankful I had the opportunity to read this ARC and be part of bringing this story to readers. ❤️ I absolutely cannot wait to read Lyla and Mal's story next!

And one of my favorite quotes from the beginning of the book: "To those dealing with chronic illness, you are seen and you are heard. Never stop fighting."

That one really stayed with me. ❤️

Thank you for letting me be part of this ARC!