Title: Wild Side
Author: Elsie Silver
Publisher: Bloom Books
Genre: Romance
Pages: 464
My Rating: ❤️❤️❤️❤️🖤

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Wild Side

Tabitha just lost her sister and is now taking care of her nephew, Milo. But she soon finds out that Rhys is listed as the official guardian. Tabitha doesn’t understand why and blames Rhys for her sister’s death. Rhys isn’t the worst man in the world, and he also believes Tabitha can care for Milo, but there’s one big problem: he doesn’t have the right visa to stay in Canada since he lives and works in Florida. At first, he wants to take Milo with him, but eventually Tabitha and Rhys decide to get married so he can get his visa and they can both raise Milo together.

Review

If you know me a little, you probably know that I love Elsie’s books. They are light reads and just perfect when you want something enjoyable but not too heavy. This is the third book in the Rose Hill series. Technically, you could read them as standalones, but I always recommend reading them in the right order.

I’m really starting to love this Rose Hill small town. After three books, it feels like I’m part of it and the characters are my friends. Is that weird? Maybe a little. This time, the story isn’t only set in Rose Hill though; some parts also take place in Florida, where Rhys works as a WWE wrestler. His character, Wild Side, is very popular.

The characters are likeable as well. Rhys looks intimidating since he’s big and strong, but he’s actually a nice guy who takes care of the people he loves. He really cares about Milo, even though they aren’t related. Tabitha is nice too. At first, she doesn’t like Rhys because she basically blames him for her sister’s death. But after reading her sister’s diaries, she starts to understand what really happened. Together, Rhys and Tabitha are fire, the chemistry is there right from the start.

I liked the first half of the book; it was good, but I wasn’t obsessed or in love with the story yet. That all changed around the halfway point. I enjoyed the wrestling parts too, which surprised me. I’ve never watched a wrestling match in my life and it doesn’t sound like my thing, but somehow I found myself enjoying it in this book. I also loved how Ford’s kid (from the first book, Wild Love) turned out to be Wild Side’s biggest fan without even knowing it was Rhys all along.

The chemistry in this book was amazing, and I think it might be my favorite in the Rose Hill series so far. I still have one book left to read (Wild Card), and I know that story is going to be interesting. I’m so excited to get to it soon. Elsie Silver’s books are my comfort reads, and she has never disappointed me.

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Title: Wild Love
Author: Elsie Silver
Publisher: Platkus
Genre: Romance
Pages: 402
My Rating: ❤️❤️❤️❤️🖤

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Wild Love

Rosie’s life is unraveling. She’s just lost her job, and doubts about her relationship with her boyfriend are creeping in. Seeking comfort, she returns to Rose Hill, the town where she grew up. The moment she’s back, she feels at home and starts wondering if leaving her city life behind might be the right choice. In need of work, she turns to Ford, her brother’s best friend, for a job.

Ford’s life seems picture-perfect—he was recently named the World’s Hottest Billionaire, and everything appears to be going his way. But his world is turned upside down when a young woman named Cora shows up, claiming to be his daughter and asking for his help. As if that wasn’t enough, Rosie—the only woman he’s ever truly loved—is back in town. He’s been in love with her since they were teenagers, and maybe now is his chance to finally prove it.

Review

Not too long ago, I finished all the book series I was reading, so I figured it was time to start some new ones. I picked up A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Hunger Games, and this book—the first in Elsie Silver’s Rose Hill series. I’ve already read her Chestnut Springs series and really enjoyed it. I like her writing style—yes, her books have a lot of spice, but that doesn’t bother me. If you’re not a fan of steamy romance, though, her books might not be for you.

Rosie loses her job, but considering her boss had been inappropriately touching her, she’s somewhat relieved. The worst part? Her boyfriend basically implied she should just ignore it. If a guy ever says that, run. Fast.

Then there’s Ford—insanely rich and willing to spend ridiculous amounts of money on Rosie. The way he cares for her and protects her is undeniable. He’s a good guy, even if he makes some questionable decisions along the way. Cora, too, is a fun and likable character.

One thing about Elsie’s books? They never disappoint me. I don’t think I’ve ever read one I didn’t enjoy. This one was no exception—it was fun, engaging, and easy to devour. Yes, there’s plenty of spice, but I honestly just skim over those parts. I wouldn’t have minded if they weren’t there at all.

My only issue was with Cora’s storyline. Showing up out of nowhere, claiming Ford is her biological father, and then immediately moving in with him? It felt a little unrealistic. I’m not sure how I feel about that subplot, but aside from that, I really liked the book.

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