Wildfire: A Novel (The Maple Hills Series)

My god I don’t know what Hannah Grace is putting in her books but I’m completely addicted!!! I absolutely LOVE Icebreaker and was worried this one wouldn’t be as good because it was set at a summer camp so I thought the amazing friend group from Icebreaker would be missing. I’m so happy that not only was that not the case (I swear I giggled every time Henry made an appearance because I’m so obsessed with him) but we also get some amazing new friends with Xander and Emilia. I honestly kinda hope we get a Xander book someday in the future. All the people we know and love from UCMH are still so involved in this story because they all love Russ so much and of course have their usual shenanigans lol Russ is such an amazing MMC and there were several times when he’d be explaining how he views his dad and their relationship because of his addiction where I just really felt seen for the first time in the way I view my own father’s addiction versus other addicts. Russ was also so great at making Rory feel wanted like she needed. He would say the sweetest things and every time he’d blush I fell more in love with him. Aurora is hilarious first of all. I would have had the exact same reaction if I felt something touch my foot in any body of water lol There were parts of Rory and her relationship with her dad that also made me feel seen. It’s rare I think to be able to relate so much to both the FMC and the MMC on something so closely related. I think that just goes to show how amazing of a writer Hannah Grace is. There’s also a scene where Jenna is telling Rory that “dad” is just a word without any action behind it and it was definitely an emotional conversation for me to read. Rory is just all around an amazing character. There definitely isn’t as much spice in this book as there is in Icebreaker. This goes from a one night stand to a slow burn. But because it’s Hannah Grace, the spice is spicing when you get to it. Finally - I’m so excited that Henry’s book is next lol Spice: 2.5/5

Wildfire is another entertaining new adult romance from Hannah Grace. Set in the world of Icebreaker, it is a light, steamy romance that’s utterly enjoyable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Shy goalie Russ and seemingly flighty Aurora hook up at a Maple Hills end of the year party. But Aurora sneaks out afterwards, and doesn’t expect to see him again. Except she does, when it turns out they are both spending the summer as counselors at her beloved overnight camp. After an awkward beginning, though, it seems their biggest issue might be the camp’s staff no fraternization policy. Can they keep a lid on their growing attraction and feelings? Russ is a sweet golden retriever hero who doesn’t think he’s good enough for Aurora. And, Aurora is the commitment-phobic character who can’t fathom how to be in a relationship. While both characters have pressing family issues, it’s fun watching them bring out the best in each other. I adored their “secret for a secret” exchanges, which managed to build their relationship and show off their growing chemistry. Wildfire clearly works as a standalone story. But if you liked Icebreaker, you’ll enjoy this book too. And while Russ is a hockey player, this is a story about college students, not hockey. Sometimes a low angst book with likable characters is exactly what you are looking for in a romance, and Wildfire fits the bill. Wildfire is a light, steamy new adult romance. If you are a fan of likable college student characters with a hero who connects with actual golden retrievers, you will be entertained by this enjoyable book.

Cheers to book number 5.86 for October because (I have read 5and DNF’ed 1 at 86%)😂 • Title: #wildfire Author: @hannahgraceauthor Pub Day: October 3, 2023 Publisher: @atriabooks • I saw Icebreaker ALL OVER SOCIAL MEDIA before I took the jump and read it earlier this month, so it was only fitting that I read Wildfire this month too! Although Wildfire was super cute, I can definitely say that I prefer romance books deep in the sports scene (hockey, baseball, basketball), with a bit more spice. • I did really like how the female main character, Aurora, brought out the confident side of the male main character Russ. THAT DARE and SPICY JENGA!🙈😅 I’d feel all hot and bothered to Russ, so don’t be embarrassed. I also really enjoyed the #foundfamilytrope because I love seeing my favorite characters get what they deserve (especially since I do not have that in real life), so I live vicariously through them. • Overall, I’d rate the storyline/plot a ⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 stars and the smut/spicy scenes a 🌶️🌶️/5. I am going to share some of my favorite quotes below: 1. “People mistake me being quiet for being shy, but I’m not shy. I prefer to sit and listen than be the focus of everything. There is too much pressure with being the center of attention. I’m much happier being an observer, watching from the outside”. 2. “George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson”. 3. “I have a habit of leaving a path of destruction in my wake, both literally and metaphorically…. Like a wildfire”.

I didn’t realize there was more to the Maple Hills universe, and I really enjoyed Icebreaker, so to see and fall in love with more characters like them was really nice. I loved Rory and all her rambling, and I loved Russ and his quiet demeanor. I feel like they were the perfect match for each other without the outside noise. The plot and dynamic of this book was well written and never felt rushed or forced, but also never moved at a snails pace. It was a perfect story for these adorable characters

I love spinoffs, where in each book in the series we focus on another character. Russ is such a golden retriever I just can’t! I love him. Russ and Aurora cannot be any different when it comes to personalities, but they share similar issues and struggles. I love their chemistry and dinamic. Easy read

Wildfire è il secondo libro della serie Maple Hills e io ne sono innamorata fino alla luna e ritorno. La scrittura di Hannah Grace è un toccasana e la storia di Russ e Aurora era la svolta che mi serviva. Frizzante e piacevole, senza il dramma del terzo atto, è un libro che viene divorato. Più cercavo di leggere con calma e pazienza, più volevo sapere cosa succedeva, pagina dopo pagina. Mi è piaciuto particolarmente come entrambi i protagonisti vengono a patti con i loro demoni personali e, anche se quest’ultimi hanno la possibilità di minare la loro relazione, entrambi sono così forti e maturi da non permettere che niente possa dividerli. Amo quanto Russ sia dolce e timido, ma al tempo stesso è coraggioso nell’inseguire ciò che vuole. I personaggi secondari li ho trovati alquanto strutturati e danno un pizzico di divertimento alle scene, che altrimenti potrebbero risultare noiose. E sottolineo che tutti i Russ del mondo dovrebbero avere un JJ tascabile che li sproni a inseguire la ragazza dei loro sogni. Hannah Grace mi ha conquistato. Non vedo l’ora di leggere altro del suo repertorio.

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I was so intrigued by Russ in the last book, so I couldn’t wait to read his story. Safe to say it broke my heart the way he was made to feel. He was such a sweet soul and I loved his personal growth throughout the book as well as both his and Rory’s healing journey. They make such a sweet couple. I looooved the cameos from the Maple Hill crew, especially the man himself, Nate Hawkins 😍 I wanted to love this book more than Icebreaker but unfortunately Nate Hawkins has my heart.. well until we get Henry’s story that is 😝

Der erste Teil dieser Buchreihe war schon ein Meisterwerk und das warten auf die Fortsetzung hat sich eindeutig gelohnt. Die Geschichte der beiden baut sich langsam auf aber auf so eine nette und liebevolle Art dass dann das Ende einfach nur schön ist.