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Maple Hills #2
Wildfire
Goodreads Choice Award
Nominee for Readers' Favorite Romance (2023)The latest in the Maple Hills series follows two summer camp counselors who reconnect after a sizzling one-night stand.
Maple Hills students Russ Callaghan and Aurora Roberts cross paths at a party celebrating the end of the academic year, where a drinking game results in them having a passionate one-night stand. Never one to overstay her welcome (or expect much from a man), Aurora slips away before Russ even has the chance to ask for her full name.
Imagine their surprise when they bump into each other on the first day of the summer camp where they are both counselors, hoping to escape their complicated home lives by spending the summer working. Russ hopes if he gets far enough away from Maple Hills, he can avoid dealing with the repercussions of his father’s gambling addiction, while Aurora is tired of craving attention from everyone around her, and wants to go back to the last place she truly felt at home.
Russ knows breaking the camp’s strict “no staff fraternizing” rule will have him heading back to Maple Hills before the summer is over, but unfortunately for him, Aurora has never been very good at caring about the rules. Will the two learn to peacefully coexist? Or did their one night together start a fire they can’t put out?
Maple Hills students Russ Callaghan and Aurora Roberts cross paths at a party celebrating the end of the academic year, where a drinking game results in them having a passionate one-night stand. Never one to overstay her welcome (or expect much from a man), Aurora slips away before Russ even has the chance to ask for her full name.
Imagine their surprise when they bump into each other on the first day of the summer camp where they are both counselors, hoping to escape their complicated home lives by spending the summer working. Russ hopes if he gets far enough away from Maple Hills, he can avoid dealing with the repercussions of his father’s gambling addiction, while Aurora is tired of craving attention from everyone around her, and wants to go back to the last place she truly felt at home.
Russ knows breaking the camp’s strict “no staff fraternizing” rule will have him heading back to Maple Hills before the summer is over, but unfortunately for him, Aurora has never been very good at caring about the rules. Will the two learn to peacefully coexist? Or did their one night together start a fire they can’t put out?
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First published October 3, 2023
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June 7, 2024dnf 30%
The cover is giving 'Siblings or Dating?'
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Yeahhhhhhh, there's no way I'm continuing it, it's been three weeks since I started it so I definitely won't continue it. I wanted to give this author a chance when I saw a lot of people reading her books, because I like to have my own opinion, but the first thirty percent already convinced me that her stories are not for me. I actually should have stopped the second I read this.
I learned that this is a bad sign, but whatever, I decided to continue.
I think my main problem here is the writing. It's as if the author wrote this book specifically for Gen Z and TikTok users because this book has zero originality. And it's not that I have anything against people using this app, I literally have it on my phone. It’s just that it was painful to read. Some examples.
I'm sorry, but that line looks like something out of some low-budget Netflix movie.
I literally heard something similar to this quote on TikTok at least one hundred times.
Yep, I'm pretty sure I've read that sentence in at least ten books this year.
Trust me, people don’t give an f who you are hooking up with. You are just a college student, not Taylor Swift to be on some "gossip page" for a hook up.
So a guy can't clean if he doesn't have a girlfriend? The heroine was annoying the shit out of me.
Oh no. Soo forbidden. You literally work at a summer camp, most people just dgaf.
I'm not rating this book, even though one star looks really promising and I almost moved my finger towards it, but I've only read thirty percent of it, so it wouldn't be fair. I guess I’m adding this author to my 'don't read' shelve.
The cover is giving 'Siblings or Dating?'
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Yeahhhhhhh, there's no way I'm continuing it, it's been three weeks since I started it so I definitely won't continue it. I wanted to give this author a chance when I saw a lot of people reading her books, because I like to have my own opinion, but the first thirty percent already convinced me that her stories are not for me. I actually should have stopped the second I read this.
"The latest in the TikTok sensation […]"
I learned that this is a bad sign, but whatever, I decided to continue.
I think my main problem here is the writing. It's as if the author wrote this book specifically for Gen Z and TikTok users because this book has zero originality. And it's not that I have anything against people using this app, I literally have it on my phone. It’s just that it was painful to read. Some examples.
“God, Ryan. Don’t make me emotional when I’m about to head to a hockey party. You know being sad makes me horny.”
I'm sorry, but that line looks like something out of some low-budget Netflix movie.
"How am I supposed to fake being confident with women in these conditions?"
I literally heard something similar to this quote on TikTok at least one hundred times.
"I roll my hips against him. His eyes close, voice strains. “We’ll make it fit.”
Yep, I'm pretty sure I've read that sentence in at least ten books this year.
"they all turn to watch us with interest. I keep my head held high and try to not let it show that I know this will be on the UCMH gossip page tomorrow."
"to not dwell on the fact I am once again on some shitty college gossip page, the girl I’m with"
Trust me, people don’t give an f who you are hooking up with. You are just a college student, not Taylor Swift to be on some "gossip page" for a hook up.
“Do you have a girlfriend?” My question catches him off guard, his mouth twists in confusion. “No?”
“Your room is really clean."
So a guy can't clean if he doesn't have a girlfriend? The heroine was annoying the shit out of me.
"Here at Honey Acres we have a zero-fraternization policy, which if breached will result in contract termination."
Oh no. Soo forbidden. You literally work at a summer camp, most people just dgaf.
I'm not rating this book, even though one star looks really promising and I almost moved my finger towards it, but I've only read thirty percent of it, so it wouldn't be fair. I guess I’m adding this author to my 'don't read' shelve.
October 13, 2023
4.5 stars! Hannah Grace does it again. I loved everything about this book. I loved the combo of Russ, who is so sweet, & Aurora, who's got a wild side but is equally as sweet. And the summer camp setting was so fun!!! I only went to summer camp once as a kid, but it made me so nostalgic for that time.
I also love the found family aspect of all the original hockey players from Icebreaker and the new friendships between the counselors at the summer camp. I also appreciate that this book has a lot of depth! Aurora and Russ have family issues that they work on individually and together in this book.
Overall a spicy, heartwarming, and fun college romance!
I also love the found family aspect of all the original hockey players from Icebreaker and the new friendships between the counselors at the summer camp. I also appreciate that this book has a lot of depth! Aurora and Russ have family issues that they work on individually and together in this book.
Overall a spicy, heartwarming, and fun college romance!
October 9, 2023
Sooooo I was waiting for my baby Henry but okayy I can waittt🤸♀️
After reading this, I can say with confidence that I am, indeed, still waiting for Henry.
Update : The cover is sooo cute and so glad that it matches the 1st one🥰
After reading this, I can say with confidence that I am, indeed, still waiting for Henry.
Update : The cover is sooo cute and so glad that it matches the 1st one🥰
October 23, 2023
He gives golden retriever vibes and she's a 'pick me girl.'
September 25, 2023
wtf was this? THERE WAS NO PLOT HELLO??
October 13, 2023
Camp setting is not my fav but that’s bc of my own trauma OOPS! Love Russ and Rory. And loved getting to read about the whole group from book one. I just love them so much ❤️
July 8, 2025
3,25☆
I was slightly apprehensive about reading this since i wasn't the biggest fan of icebreaker so i didn’t start it with high expectations but i ended up falling in love with a mml character who just came out of nowhere without no explanation.
I think that Hannah putting the spice over the story in both books limits the entire plot since the spicy scenes started literally in chapter 3 and yet i was still trying figure out who tf that russ guy is but the summer camp setting was really fun to read.
Besides of Aurora’s touching character built i loved how her confidence and Russ’s reserved personality balanced each other. She just loved him for being him even while dealing with her own problems which was the most beautiful thing ever. It was so wholesome seeing them being vulnerable with each other.
I’m just saying my men loves to praise and she loves to hearing it I MEAN he can call me his good girl anytime he wants
There was a major bonus for me to see all the crew and found family vibes:)Seeing Stassi and Nate was wonderful even though they were barely in the book.
Overall, I enjoyed this book for its vibes more than the plot.I couldn't stop smiling the entire time when the whole cast made a cameo.They felt like family to me.
PETITION FOR MY MEN HENRY’S BOOK NEXT
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THE REVIEW IS COOKING
with a little bit of spice ofc🌶️🤏🏼
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.
.
“If you stand in the sun for too long,you get burnt.I don’t want to be another person who burns you.Let me be your moonlight”
THIS SCENE SCREAMS “i once believe love would be (burning red)..but its GOLDEN”
did taylor wrote this book👀
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.
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im so ready for summer camping/cute puppies
i missed my bbs nate and anastasia sm
i love being a hockey boy girlie
I was slightly apprehensive about reading this since i wasn't the biggest fan of icebreaker so i didn’t start it with high expectations but i ended up falling in love with a mml character who just came out of nowhere without no explanation.
I think that Hannah putting the spice over the story in both books limits the entire plot since the spicy scenes started literally in chapter 3 and yet i was still trying figure out who tf that russ guy is but the summer camp setting was really fun to read.
Besides of Aurora’s touching character built i loved how her confidence and Russ’s reserved personality balanced each other. She just loved him for being him even while dealing with her own problems which was the most beautiful thing ever. It was so wholesome seeing them being vulnerable with each other.
I’m just saying my men loves to praise and she loves to hearing it I MEAN he can call me his good girl anytime he wants
There was a major bonus for me to see all the crew and found family vibes:)Seeing Stassi and Nate was wonderful even though they were barely in the book.
Overall, I enjoyed this book for its vibes more than the plot.I couldn't stop smiling the entire time when the whole cast made a cameo.They felt like family to me.
PETITION FOR MY MEN HENRY’S BOOK NEXT
.
.
.
THE REVIEW IS COOKING
with a little bit of spice ofc🌶️🤏🏼
.
.
.
“If you stand in the sun for too long,you get burnt.I don’t want to be another person who burns you.Let me be your moonlight”
THIS SCENE SCREAMS “i once believe love would be (burning red)..but its GOLDEN”
did taylor wrote this book👀
.
.
.
im so ready for summer camping/cute puppies
i missed my bbs nate and anastasia sm
i love being a hockey boy girlie
October 3, 2023
As Russ and Aurora literally said, they’re the walking advertisements for daddy issues.
After a one night stand without a real goodbye, Russ shows up to his summer job as a camp counselor and sees her. Because they can’t be together due to camp rules, they decide to be “friends.” Which doesn’t last very long. Then comes the sneaking around.
One of the things I loved about this book was the big friend group and found family vibes. It’s one of my favorites tropes and Hannah does that so well.
Russ is absolutely obsessed with Aurora, but I felt like her immaturity really held this one back for me. Where Nate and Stassie were more emotionally mature and highly communicative, Aurora and Russ literally call themselves miscommunicators—because it kept happening. Aurora’s behaviors of acting out and attention seeking got old for me and she kept pointing out that’s her go-to because of her…daddy issues. Russ was so wholesome and just a good bean, though. I just with we got more character growth from her.
Don’t go in expecting Icebreaker 2.0 because this is not it. It takes place nearly entirely at summer camp with zero hockey, so if you’re expecting a hockey romance pls adjust your expectations!
Hannah is an amazing writer and weaves in emotional themes coupled with humor, lightheartedness, and steam, and Wildfire hits the same way as Icebreaker did in those ways. The characters are vibrant and funny, and I honestly loved Russ as I knew I would.
Thank you sm to Atria and Hannah for an arc 🫶
TW
Parental addiction
Parental abandonment/neglect
After a one night stand without a real goodbye, Russ shows up to his summer job as a camp counselor and sees her. Because they can’t be together due to camp rules, they decide to be “friends.” Which doesn’t last very long. Then comes the sneaking around.
One of the things I loved about this book was the big friend group and found family vibes. It’s one of my favorites tropes and Hannah does that so well.
Russ is absolutely obsessed with Aurora, but I felt like her immaturity really held this one back for me. Where Nate and Stassie were more emotionally mature and highly communicative, Aurora and Russ literally call themselves miscommunicators—because it kept happening. Aurora’s behaviors of acting out and attention seeking got old for me and she kept pointing out that’s her go-to because of her…daddy issues. Russ was so wholesome and just a good bean, though. I just with we got more character growth from her.
Don’t go in expecting Icebreaker 2.0 because this is not it. It takes place nearly entirely at summer camp with zero hockey, so if you’re expecting a hockey romance pls adjust your expectations!
Hannah is an amazing writer and weaves in emotional themes coupled with humor, lightheartedness, and steam, and Wildfire hits the same way as Icebreaker did in those ways. The characters are vibrant and funny, and I honestly loved Russ as I knew I would.
Thank you sm to Atria and Hannah for an arc 🫶
TW
Parental addiction
Parental abandonment/neglect
January 4, 2025
The TikTok sensation surrounding this book is well-deserved, as it perfectly captures the book's vibe and allure. I must admit that while I thoroughly enjoyed reading Hannah Grace's Icebreaker, this book surpassed my expectations and became an instant favorite. Even the cover is irresistibly cute! Returning to Maple Hills feels like coming home, and I eagerly anticipate catching glimpses of my beloved characters, playing a guessing game as to who will take the lead in the next installment (I constantly debate between JJ and Steve).
What sets this book apart is the remarkable chemistry between Russ and Rory, who are truly meant for each other. Both characters carry the weight of their family issues, particularly those related to their fathers. The contrasting ways in which they cope with their problems are artfully portrayed, with Rory's directness and willingness to express her frustrations juxtaposed against Russ's tendency to bury his feelings behind self-erected walls. Yet, they find solace and support in each other, gradually unburdening themselves of their past and forging a deep connection. I wanted nothing more than to wrap these endearing characters in a warm embrace. They are refreshingly authentic, displaying vulnerability beneath their tough exteriors and demonstrating maturity in tackling their challenges while cautiously allowing their hearts to open, despite the risk of getting hurt.
The story of Aurora, or Rory as she's affectionately known, and Russ unfolds at a campus party, reminiscent of the first installment. Rory attends the party at the insistence of her best friend Emilia, lured by the promise of veggie pizza. Little did she expect to encounter the introverted yet charismatic Russ Callaghan, a man of few words, who captivates her. After a night of revelry, including a playful game and an intimate lap dance, Rory abruptly retreats, convinced that Russ's prolonged absence from the bathroom indicates disinterest. Unbeknownst to her, Russ believes he's out of her league and resigns himself to her sudden departure.
Fate, however, reunites them at the same summer camp, where they coincidentally find themselves working as counselors, seeking respite from their respective family troubles. As they discover their shared workplace, their already complicated connection intensifies. Compounded by the camp's strict policy against fraternization, Russ becomes even more hesitant, fearing the consequences of jeopardizing his job. Nonetheless, the magnetic attraction between him and Rory becomes irresistible, fueling their desire to explore the undeniable chemistry that binds them.
Rory carries the weight of her mother's incessant complaints and guilt trips following her parents' divorce, while her father chooses to ignore her existence. She also grapples with an estranged relationship with her older sister, who resides overseas. On the other hand, Russ faces financial hardships stemming from his father's gambling addiction. Pressure mounts as his father continually requests money, and when Russ refuses, he faces verbal abuse. He is frustrated by his mother's constant justifications for his father's behavior and his brother's insistence that he prioritize family time despite being the one on tour with his band.
Their relationship may have begun with a passionate night, but I relished the gradual development of their connection. The slow burn progression, the strengthening of their friendship, and their shared vulnerability allowed them to shed their emotional barriers and learn to trust one another. What truly captivated me was the absence of unnecessary immaturity or exaggerated drama. Instead, the story presented two individuals navigating their complex circumstances with maturity, drawing strength from each other.
I cherished the personal growth of these characters as they navigated their way through their dysfunctional families, always supporting one another unconditionally and offering a safe haven amidst the chaos. Witnessing their journey was a joy, as they discovered their own paths while building bridges with their loved ones.
Overall, this book has firmly secured its place as my favorite in the series, leaving me eagerly anticipating future installments set in the enchanting world of Maple Hills. The author, Hannah Grace, has once again demonstrated her talent for crafting compelling stories filled with relatable characters and heartfelt emotions.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to NetGalley and Atria Books for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this swoon-worthy book. Their generosity in sharing the digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts is sincerely appreciated. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to all romance enthusiasts and fans of the Maple Hills series.
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What sets this book apart is the remarkable chemistry between Russ and Rory, who are truly meant for each other. Both characters carry the weight of their family issues, particularly those related to their fathers. The contrasting ways in which they cope with their problems are artfully portrayed, with Rory's directness and willingness to express her frustrations juxtaposed against Russ's tendency to bury his feelings behind self-erected walls. Yet, they find solace and support in each other, gradually unburdening themselves of their past and forging a deep connection. I wanted nothing more than to wrap these endearing characters in a warm embrace. They are refreshingly authentic, displaying vulnerability beneath their tough exteriors and demonstrating maturity in tackling their challenges while cautiously allowing their hearts to open, despite the risk of getting hurt.
The story of Aurora, or Rory as she's affectionately known, and Russ unfolds at a campus party, reminiscent of the first installment. Rory attends the party at the insistence of her best friend Emilia, lured by the promise of veggie pizza. Little did she expect to encounter the introverted yet charismatic Russ Callaghan, a man of few words, who captivates her. After a night of revelry, including a playful game and an intimate lap dance, Rory abruptly retreats, convinced that Russ's prolonged absence from the bathroom indicates disinterest. Unbeknownst to her, Russ believes he's out of her league and resigns himself to her sudden departure.
Fate, however, reunites them at the same summer camp, where they coincidentally find themselves working as counselors, seeking respite from their respective family troubles. As they discover their shared workplace, their already complicated connection intensifies. Compounded by the camp's strict policy against fraternization, Russ becomes even more hesitant, fearing the consequences of jeopardizing his job. Nonetheless, the magnetic attraction between him and Rory becomes irresistible, fueling their desire to explore the undeniable chemistry that binds them.
Rory carries the weight of her mother's incessant complaints and guilt trips following her parents' divorce, while her father chooses to ignore her existence. She also grapples with an estranged relationship with her older sister, who resides overseas. On the other hand, Russ faces financial hardships stemming from his father's gambling addiction. Pressure mounts as his father continually requests money, and when Russ refuses, he faces verbal abuse. He is frustrated by his mother's constant justifications for his father's behavior and his brother's insistence that he prioritize family time despite being the one on tour with his band.
Their relationship may have begun with a passionate night, but I relished the gradual development of their connection. The slow burn progression, the strengthening of their friendship, and their shared vulnerability allowed them to shed their emotional barriers and learn to trust one another. What truly captivated me was the absence of unnecessary immaturity or exaggerated drama. Instead, the story presented two individuals navigating their complex circumstances with maturity, drawing strength from each other.
I cherished the personal growth of these characters as they navigated their way through their dysfunctional families, always supporting one another unconditionally and offering a safe haven amidst the chaos. Witnessing their journey was a joy, as they discovered their own paths while building bridges with their loved ones.
Overall, this book has firmly secured its place as my favorite in the series, leaving me eagerly anticipating future installments set in the enchanting world of Maple Hills. The author, Hannah Grace, has once again demonstrated her talent for crafting compelling stories filled with relatable characters and heartfelt emotions.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to NetGalley and Atria Books for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this swoon-worthy book. Their generosity in sharing the digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest thoughts is sincerely appreciated. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to all romance enthusiasts and fans of the Maple Hills series.
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July 14, 2024
I dare you to take a shot every time they talk about their daddy issues.
October 15, 2023
ೃ⁀➷ 3.5 stars *ੈ✩‧₊˚
Going into this book I was kinda nervous since it has one of my least favourite tropes (the ONS) but imo the author really showed their romantic progression and did justice to their relationship.
It fell a little flat for me bc I couldn’t get as invested in this book. Maybe it was the slump idk. It was really enjoyable don’t get me wrong, I just couldn’t connect to the story the way I wanted.
It was nice seeing how they would interact and behave with each other. Them sharing their thoughts and communicating was so healing, i think that was my favourite part of the book. When they wouldn’t give each other up and fought to stay together.
Russ was adorable. When he would blush It was the qewtest shit everrr 🤭🤭 I liked his growth in the book and how he learns to open up. His nervousness and insecurity was honestly so sexy 🫦
Aurora delivered on the sunshine for sure. She had Russ wrapped around her finger as she should 💅
If ur looking to this book for something like icebreaker then ur gna be disappointed bc it’s not a sports romance. This is more about the characters growing individually and together in a completely different setting for most of the book. But it’s still got the author’s signature fluffy romance, found family/friendship and spice <3
𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲:
I like that she’s set up some sort of backstory for Xander and I need his book rfn but it’s okay I’ll take it if Henry’s comes first 😙
─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ──
It’s here and I’m ready to eattt
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1/10/23 — two more dayssssss 🤸♂️🤸♂️🤸♂️
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UPDATE 30/3/23: THE COVER IS GORGEOUS OMFDSSS
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Russ bby I’m waiting for you <3
Going into this book I was kinda nervous since it has one of my least favourite tropes (the ONS) but imo the author really showed their romantic progression and did justice to their relationship.
It fell a little flat for me bc I couldn’t get as invested in this book. Maybe it was the slump idk. It was really enjoyable don’t get me wrong, I just couldn’t connect to the story the way I wanted.
It was nice seeing how they would interact and behave with each other. Them sharing their thoughts and communicating was so healing, i think that was my favourite part of the book. When they wouldn’t give each other up and fought to stay together.
Russ was adorable. When he would blush It was the qewtest shit everrr 🤭🤭 I liked his growth in the book and how he learns to open up. His nervousness and insecurity was honestly so sexy 🫦
Aurora delivered on the sunshine for sure. She had Russ wrapped around her finger as she should 💅
If ur looking to this book for something like icebreaker then ur gna be disappointed bc it’s not a sports romance. This is more about the characters growing individually and together in a completely different setting for most of the book. But it’s still got the author’s signature fluffy romance, found family/friendship and spice <3
𝗦𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲:
I like that she’s set up some sort of backstory for Xander and I need his book rfn but it’s okay I’ll take it if Henry’s comes first 😙
─── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ──
It’s here and I’m ready to eattt
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1/10/23 — two more dayssssss 🤸♂️🤸♂️🤸♂️
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UPDATE 30/3/23: THE COVER IS GORGEOUS OMFDSSS
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Russ bby I’m waiting for you <3
January 29, 2024
you know what ? IM MAD AT HOW THIS BOOK IS SO FREAKING CUTE. because irl you get a dry „i like you“ or at best „i love u“ and never :
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giving this author a second chance. hope it doesn’t disappoint..
“If you could go back in time and change something, what would you change?”
[…] “nothing.”
“nothing? you wouldn’t change mistakes you’ve made or even, like, exams you could have done better on or something?” he shakes his head. “seriously, nothing?”
“have you heard of the butterfly effect?”
“I am familiar with butterflies, yes.” […]
“not butterflies, the butterfly effect. If I change one thing in my past, it’d cause a ripple effect and I wouldn’t chance not meeting you.”
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giving this author a second chance. hope it doesn’t disappoint..
March 3, 2024
they got horny and fucked while watching ratatouille
December 2, 2023
still too many characters, still too long but this was still really cute!
i really appreciate hannah grace's instinct to give her characters actual lives. it's really crucial imo in a new adult/college romance for there to be relationships with family on display, great friendships etc. i'm excited to see how her writing continues to grow and evolve because this was definitely a step up from icebreaker (and i enjoyed that one!)
i really appreciate hannah grace's instinct to give her characters actual lives. it's really crucial imo in a new adult/college romance for there to be relationships with family on display, great friendships etc. i'm excited to see how her writing continues to grow and evolve because this was definitely a step up from icebreaker (and i enjoyed that one!)
September 26, 2023
This was worse than Icebreaker!
How are people liking this? Are yall high on cheap drugs? HELLO?
There was literally no plot, and too many daddy issues that it was both the main characters ENTIRE personality.
Curious how this was approved to be released? It needs a MAJOR rework
How are people liking this? Are yall high on cheap drugs? HELLO?
There was literally no plot, and too many daddy issues that it was both the main characters ENTIRE personality.
Curious how this was approved to be released? It needs a MAJOR rework
October 23, 2023
I was wondering if this one was going to be a hit or miss and, ugh, it's a miss for sure.
The plot is worst than icebreaker and, if you read icebreaker, you know that is saying a lot. At least with icebreaker there was decent 🌶️, but wildfire was meh. I found both Russ (MMC) and Rory (MFC) super annoying. They are extremely insecure to the point that is exhausting to read and in the end we see no development in the matter, .
There were so many new characters! The first couple of chapters were so hard to read and keep up with, I think for a romance this is unnecessary but that is personal opinion.
Not memorable but at least was a quick read, 1.5 stars ⭐️
* ARC provided by Netgalley/Author in exchange for an honest review *
The plot is worst than icebreaker and, if you read icebreaker, you know that is saying a lot. At least with icebreaker there was decent 🌶️, but wildfire was meh. I found both Russ (MMC) and Rory (MFC) super annoying. They are extremely insecure to the point that is exhausting to read and in the end we see no development in the matter, .
There were so many new characters! The first couple of chapters were so hard to read and keep up with, I think for a romance this is unnecessary but that is personal opinion.
Not memorable but at least was a quick read, 1.5 stars ⭐️
* ARC provided by Netgalley/Author in exchange for an honest review *
October 5, 2023
WE ARE GETTING MUFFIN’S BOOK EVERYBODY STAY CALM
February 20, 2024
WHAT ABOUT HENRY?!🤨
July 7, 2024
1.5★
wildfire? more like dumpster fire
now who are y'all's drug suppliers? asking for a friend...
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so remember how (7 months ago) i said that there was a review coming? yeah i lied. but i also want to reduce the number of books on my rtc shelf so here we are. i also remember practically nothing about this book because as it turns out, dealing with the consequences of my procrastination is not fun. who knew!?
so instead of an actual review where i rant about all the ways this book is an abomination to the world of fiction, how it physically pains me to even think about this monstrosity, and how i would rather be pierced through the eyeballs than ever read this shit again, i'm just going to go off on a tangent about nothing and everything at the same time. which, you know, isn’t really all that different from my other reviews.
to begin with, i should probably mention that this was not a hate read. i did genuinely plan on liking this book because i had heard some really good things about it, and i was told it was a step up from icebreaker.
i read the entirety of this book and 5 chapters of icebreaker, and i can confirm that they were both equally as bad.
exhibit a. - their page counts. does a contemporary romance really have to be so long? no. the answer is no. always has and always will be.
exhibit b. - their characters. i was there for barely any time when i knew i would not be liking stassie, and the same goes for rory. nate and whatever the fuck this guys name was, felt like every other mmc, and they just felt bland and boring, and any depth they had felt forced.
exhibit c. - their excessive amounts of characters. i cannot tell you how many characters there are, mainly because it felt as though i met a new one every other page or so. i wouldn’t even mind that much if there was any depth and personality to them but noooo. they’re all like the crust on your bread.
exhibit d. - okay i originally had another point here (i promise) but then i ended up taking a bunch of personality quizzes because i felt that spending too much time on this shitty book would destroy what's left of my mental health. anyhoo, it turns out i’m intj/entj, a slytherin, an enneagram type 8, i'm on the aquarius/pisces cusp, if i was a disney princess i would be jasmine and my albums are evermore and ultraviolence
okay back to this book that makes wattpad look like a literary masterpiece. this is also my official apology to wattpad: i am so sorry i’ve compared you to so!!many!!terrible!!books!! please accept my sincere apologies.
anyway “forbidden romance” my ass. it's fucking summer camp okay, no one gives a shit about who's sleeping with who.
okay i hate this book. please understand how much i hate this book. i don’t remember this book, but i do hate this book. but i remember the daddy issues. god, there were so many daddy issues. is it the new trendy thing to add in your romance books?? i can’t tell if it’s a step up or down from fae smut.
alright back to me. according to einstein, 'insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. ' and i have read a hannah grace book twice and expected different results.
ITS ME! HI! I’M THE PROBLEM IT’S ME!!
the bottom line: learn from my terrible mistakes and do not read this book (unless it’s a hate read, in which case it’s acceptable). please and thank yew <3
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⤿ you can find my icebreaker review here
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꒰ 💌 ⊹˚. ෆ reading records:
i have been "currently reading" this for 4 days now and by that i mean i added it to the currently reading shelf and then got distracted with ruthless vows and i am yet to finish either. my love-hate relationship withmen books continues.
it’s day 22 now. send help
it’s day 27 now. send help. or kill me, whichever's easiest.
꒰ 🧸 ⊹˚. tbr-review:
the second book i'm reading for project my 2023 gr choice awards and i'm already regretting everything. and yeah i hated icebreaker. this is going to be so much fun.no its not shut up
wildfire? more like dumpster fire
now who are y'all's drug suppliers? asking for a friend...
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so remember how (7 months ago) i said that there was a review coming? yeah i lied. but i also want to reduce the number of books on my rtc shelf so here we are. i also remember practically nothing about this book because as it turns out, dealing with the consequences of my procrastination is not fun. who knew!?
so instead of an actual review where i rant about all the ways this book is an abomination to the world of fiction, how it physically pains me to even think about this monstrosity, and how i would rather be pierced through the eyeballs than ever read this shit again, i'm just going to go off on a tangent about nothing and everything at the same time. which, you know, isn’t really all that different from my other reviews.
to begin with, i should probably mention that this was not a hate read. i did genuinely plan on liking this book because i had heard some really good things about it, and i was told it was a step up from icebreaker.
i read the entirety of this book and 5 chapters of icebreaker, and i can confirm that they were both equally as bad.
exhibit a. - their page counts. does a contemporary romance really have to be so long? no. the answer is no. always has and always will be.
exhibit b. - their characters. i was there for barely any time when i knew i would not be liking stassie, and the same goes for rory. nate and whatever the fuck this guys name was, felt like every other mmc, and they just felt bland and boring, and any depth they had felt forced.
exhibit c. - their excessive amounts of characters. i cannot tell you how many characters there are, mainly because it felt as though i met a new one every other page or so. i wouldn’t even mind that much if there was any depth and personality to them but noooo. they’re all like the crust on your bread.
exhibit d. - okay i originally had another point here (i promise) but then i ended up taking a bunch of personality quizzes because i felt that spending too much time on this shitty book would destroy what's left of my mental health. anyhoo, it turns out i’m intj/entj, a slytherin, an enneagram type 8, i'm on the aquarius/pisces cusp, if i was a disney princess i would be jasmine and my albums are evermore and ultraviolence
okay back to this book that makes wattpad look like a literary masterpiece. this is also my official apology to wattpad: i am so sorry i’ve compared you to so!!many!!terrible!!books!! please accept my sincere apologies.
anyway “forbidden romance” my ass. it's fucking summer camp okay, no one gives a shit about who's sleeping with who.
okay i hate this book. please understand how much i hate this book. i don’t remember this book, but i do hate this book. but i remember the daddy issues. god, there were so many daddy issues. is it the new trendy thing to add in your romance books?? i can’t tell if it’s a step up or down from fae smut.
alright back to me. according to einstein, 'insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. ' and i have read a hannah grace book twice and expected different results.
ITS ME! HI! I’M THE PROBLEM IT’S ME!!
the bottom line: learn from my terrible mistakes and do not read this book (unless it’s a hate read, in which case it’s acceptable). please and thank yew <3
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⤿ you can find my icebreaker review here
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꒰ 💌 ⊹˚. ෆ reading records:
i have been "currently reading" this for 4 days now and by that i mean i added it to the currently reading shelf and then got distracted with ruthless vows and i am yet to finish either. my love-hate relationship with
it’s day 22 now. send help
it’s day 27 now. send help. or kill me, whichever's easiest.
꒰ 🧸 ⊹˚. tbr-review:
the second book i'm reading for project my 2023 gr choice awards and i'm already regretting everything. and yeah i hated icebreaker. this is going to be so much fun.
March 18, 2024
hannah did it again, and i love her for it (she also put me in the acknowledgments and i didn’t know so i’m still not over that)
September 5, 2024
4.25 stars ⭐️
⤷ minor spoilers ahead!! ⋆౨ৎ˚⟡˖ ࣪
i read a review that said this book is basically about russ and aurora trauma bonding over their daddy issues and i kinda agree 😭 this was definitely insta-lovey like icebreaker, but i’m just a girl 🤷🏻♀️
ᡣ𐭩.ᐟ russ 🏒
russ carried tbh. he’s quiet and kinda awkward but also bold and confident. he’s so freaking adorable and loving, and i adore him so so much aaaahh 🫂
ᡣ𐭩.ᐟ aurora 🌌
i won’t lie, i’m not the biggest fan of rory. i didn’t appreciate how she expected russ to open up about his issues and secrets when he wasn’t ready just because she did. and the fact that she said “We’re not miscommunicators, Russ. We share our secrets.” made me so mad??? not sharing secrets when you’re not ready doesn’t necessarily make you a miscommunicator!! i also felt pretty bad when she asked him to take her to bed just so she could feel wanted. it was heartbreaking to see how she constantly needed validation, especially male validation, because of her daddy issues (her dad is an asshole). she’s hella witty though, i’ll give her that.
i absolutely loved how rory joined the friend group after becoming russ’s girlfriend, and i’m honestly very jealous. i would love to be part of the friend group too 😭
overall, i really enjoyed the summer camp trope 🏕️ and i’m so excited for henry’s story!! 💜
pre-read:
reading this because i love russ 😙💘🔥
⤷ minor spoilers ahead!! ⋆౨ৎ˚⟡˖ ࣪
i read a review that said this book is basically about russ and aurora trauma bonding over their daddy issues and i kinda agree 😭 this was definitely insta-lovey like icebreaker, but i’m just a girl 🤷🏻♀️
ᡣ𐭩.ᐟ russ 🏒
russ carried tbh. he’s quiet and kinda awkward but also bold and confident. he’s so freaking adorable and loving, and i adore him so so much aaaahh 🫂
ᡣ𐭩.ᐟ aurora 🌌
i won’t lie, i’m not the biggest fan of rory. i didn’t appreciate how she expected russ to open up about his issues and secrets when he wasn’t ready just because she did. and the fact that she said “We’re not miscommunicators, Russ. We share our secrets.” made me so mad??? not sharing secrets when you’re not ready doesn’t necessarily make you a miscommunicator!! i also felt pretty bad when she asked him to take her to bed just so she could feel wanted. it was heartbreaking to see how she constantly needed validation, especially male validation, because of her daddy issues (her dad is an asshole). she’s hella witty though, i’ll give her that.
i absolutely loved how rory joined the friend group after becoming russ’s girlfriend, and i’m honestly very jealous. i would love to be part of the friend group too 😭
overall, i really enjoyed the summer camp trope 🏕️ and i’m so excited for henry’s story!! 💜
pre-read:
reading this because i love russ 😙💘🔥
November 29, 2023
Writing: acceptable | Plot: floofy | Ending: happy
SYNOPSIS
Russ and Aurora tackle their daddy issues over the summer.
MY OPINION
If you're shocked at this rating, let me explain. Hannah Grace calls herself a "fluffy comfort book" author, so that's the lens I'm reviewing it through. If you read this and dissected it like you would a book about genocide, you're doing yourself a disservice. This book's objective is clearly to put a cheesy smile on your face and let you escape from the very real cost of living crisis and the fact pumpkin-flavoured Philadelphia cream cheese is nearly $10 at your local grocery store.
I've never read Icebreaker so I can't compare the two but the streets seem to think Icebreakers is better. If you're looking for a slow burn, keep on looking. This is on-demand hot water. Homegirl has three orgasms in the first 10% of the book. Which leads me to my next point... I know this is suppose to be fluffy and comforting, but it felt like an inexperienced 16-year-old boy wrote the sex scenes. Can we stop pretending that finishing MULTIPLE times in one session and from straight penetration is a REGULAR occurrence in big ole 2023? The spice was the equivalent of black pepper IMO. I just didn't feel any tension other than Aurora going OH EM GEE HE'S SOOO SEXY!!! And I can't buy into that he was saying all sorts of filthy stuff but got a boner while hugging her and had to psyche himself up in the mirror to talk to her like Bruce Willis from that one Friends episode.
Other than that, this was fine. She did throw in some serious issues like alcoholism, gambling, and bum ass fathers. There's NO third-act breakup (sorry not sorry for the spoiler) which is great. There even were some funny moments (the possum scene...) Also, I highly recommend reading with your eyeballs; I had the ALC from Libro.fm but the narrators sounded so childish and somehow cheapened the book lol. If you want to read this, go ahead, but don't feel inspired to just because of my review haha. This won't blow your mind. If you want a fluffy, comfort read and don't mind closed door vibes, I strongly recommend anything from Lindsey Kelk.
PROS AND CONS
Pros: some funny moments, light-hearted but does cover some serious topics with empathy, quick read, no third-act breakup, limited miscommunication
Cons: did her mom actually steal someone's cat???? if so, that's absolutely fked LOL, no tension, spice was uninspired (at least no dry humping though), limited banter, pretty much insta-love
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SYNOPSIS
Russ and Aurora tackle their daddy issues over the summer.
MY OPINION
If you're shocked at this rating, let me explain. Hannah Grace calls herself a "fluffy comfort book" author, so that's the lens I'm reviewing it through. If you read this and dissected it like you would a book about genocide, you're doing yourself a disservice. This book's objective is clearly to put a cheesy smile on your face and let you escape from the very real cost of living crisis and the fact pumpkin-flavoured Philadelphia cream cheese is nearly $10 at your local grocery store.
I've never read Icebreaker so I can't compare the two but the streets seem to think Icebreakers is better. If you're looking for a slow burn, keep on looking. This is on-demand hot water. Homegirl has three orgasms in the first 10% of the book. Which leads me to my next point... I know this is suppose to be fluffy and comforting, but it felt like an inexperienced 16-year-old boy wrote the sex scenes. Can we stop pretending that finishing MULTIPLE times in one session and from straight penetration is a REGULAR occurrence in big ole 2023? The spice was the equivalent of black pepper IMO. I just didn't feel any tension other than Aurora going OH EM GEE HE'S SOOO SEXY!!! And I can't buy into that he was saying all sorts of filthy stuff but got a boner while hugging her and had to psyche himself up in the mirror to talk to her like Bruce Willis from that one Friends episode.
Other than that, this was fine. She did throw in some serious issues like alcoholism, gambling, and bum ass fathers. There's NO third-act breakup (sorry not sorry for the spoiler) which is great. There even were some funny moments (the possum scene...) Also, I highly recommend reading with your eyeballs; I had the ALC from Libro.fm but the narrators sounded so childish and somehow cheapened the book lol. If you want to read this, go ahead, but don't feel inspired to just because of my review haha. This won't blow your mind. If you want a fluffy, comfort read and don't mind closed door vibes, I strongly recommend anything from Lindsey Kelk.
PROS AND CONS
Pros: some funny moments, light-hearted but does cover some serious topics with empathy, quick read, no third-act breakup, limited miscommunication
Cons: did her mom actually steal someone's cat???? if so, that's absolutely fked LOL, no tension, spice was uninspired (at least no dry humping though), limited banter, pretty much insta-love
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August 17, 2025
hugging russ would heal me. 🥹
October 30, 2023
4.50!
I honestly can't form words right now because it's been so long since I read a cute fluffy romance and I'm so glad that I read this because my love for them increased.
Tropes:
• Dual pov
• Confident FMC X shy MMC
• Summer camp romance
• One night stand
• Forced proximity
• Angst
• Fluffiness
• Found family
• KISSING IN THE RAIN
This was a very character driven novel and I absolutely love characters driven novels, it had some plot but it wasnt the main focus and to be honest it didn't even bother me, I didn't even feel like I needed it because the characters were so good that I totally fell in love with them.
Aurora our FMC was such a strong, cute and pretty FMC I was in love with her like her character was very strong and how she took decisions at times where it felt like everything was over really made me love her more she encouraged Russ, helped him and most of all loved him alot while also dealing with her own problems. I really loved her for that.
Also she was so damn relatable like:
"Why are you so cute?"
We both had the same first impression of Russ.
And like this one's just self explanatory:
"The english major in me cringes at the cracked spine and folded page corners"
Then we have Russ (muffin) Callaghan. Lemme tell you he was teh sweetest cinnamon roll ever and muffin as a nickname was so cute. Don't get me wrong I love bad boys and all but Russ really changed my perspective on that because he was so damn cute and caring and I loved how kind and loving he was. Not him pouring while being grumpy. He was so shy and anxious around aurora like this one scene where Aurora asks him for a secret to which he says:
“You make me nervous,” he says eventually, immediately taking a swig of his beer.
“That isn’t a secret,” I laugh. “That’s very obvious.”
Also another plus point, that guy has DIMPLES. So if you don't like muffin I will be judging you.
The romance was romancing,it had angst and forced proximity and so much cuteness. Idk how I'm still alive but I absolutely loved it.
Now the the thing I want to talk about is *Henry* that man is easily the standard. He paints??? And he's cute and CUTE. I don't think anyone can beat Henry from maple hills and istg I will riot if the next book isnt about him.
*We also got a very weird but a tad bit spicy Henry scene* (very smol tho)
🥹🙃
*I got an arc from love notes PR through netgalley in exchange for a honest review*
AND ITS OUT!!! ( Hope everyone enjoys it)
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Russ (muffin) Callaghan 🧎🙏
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Guess who got an arc 💃
I honestly can't form words right now because it's been so long since I read a cute fluffy romance and I'm so glad that I read this because my love for them increased.
Tropes:
• Dual pov
• Confident FMC X shy MMC
• Summer camp romance
• One night stand
• Forced proximity
• Angst
• Fluffiness
• Found family
• KISSING IN THE RAIN
This was a very character driven novel and I absolutely love characters driven novels, it had some plot but it wasnt the main focus and to be honest it didn't even bother me, I didn't even feel like I needed it because the characters were so good that I totally fell in love with them.
Aurora our FMC was such a strong, cute and pretty FMC I was in love with her like her character was very strong and how she took decisions at times where it felt like everything was over really made me love her more she encouraged Russ, helped him and most of all loved him alot while also dealing with her own problems. I really loved her for that.
Also she was so damn relatable like:
"Why are you so cute?"
We both had the same first impression of Russ.
And like this one's just self explanatory:
"The english major in me cringes at the cracked spine and folded page corners"
Then we have Russ (muffin) Callaghan. Lemme tell you he was teh sweetest cinnamon roll ever and muffin as a nickname was so cute. Don't get me wrong I love bad boys and all but Russ really changed my perspective on that because he was so damn cute and caring and I loved how kind and loving he was. Not him pouring while being grumpy. He was so shy and anxious around aurora like this one scene where Aurora asks him for a secret to which he says:
“You make me nervous,” he says eventually, immediately taking a swig of his beer.
“That isn’t a secret,” I laugh. “That’s very obvious.”
Also another plus point, that guy has DIMPLES. So if you don't like muffin I will be judging you.
The romance was romancing,it had angst and forced proximity and so much cuteness. Idk how I'm still alive but I absolutely loved it.
Now the the thing I want to talk about is *Henry* that man is easily the standard. He paints??? And he's cute and CUTE. I don't think anyone can beat Henry from maple hills and istg I will riot if the next book isnt about him.
*We also got a very weird but a tad bit spicy Henry scene* (very smol tho)
🥹🙃
*I got an arc from love notes PR through netgalley in exchange for a honest review*
AND ITS OUT!!! ( Hope everyone enjoys it)
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Russ (muffin) Callaghan 🧎🙏
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Guess who got an arc 💃
March 15, 2025
3.5 stars
One of the best things about Hannah Grace’s books is the MMCs she writes. They’re all green flags—caring, respectful, and selfless.
This was the cutest book and even better than Icebreaker! I mean, what are the chances that two people with daddy issues fall in love with each other? That’s exactly what Russ and Aurora are. I love them—they’re just so cute and adorable in this book, and I adored every single moment of them together, even though the plot was a bit boring. I loved the confident girl x shy boy trope! I did not expect to blush every time Russ was blushing. If there’s anyone who can make me like insta-love/lust, it’s Hannah Grace.
Aurora is a confident person but seeks validation and acceptance because, of course, she has daddy issues (I feel you, girl). I loved her, and I liked how she accepted herself in the end and even stood up for herself against her asshole father. What I loved most about her was that once she got comfortable with Russ, she tried her best to share her feelings and insecurities with him instead of bottling them up.
“What if we get caught in the rain? You don’t get rainbows at night.”
“You don’t need rainbows when you have the northern lights,” she says softly.
Russ, the man you are! He had me blushing and giggling all the damn time. The sweetest, most caring, and selfless man ever. He’s just so perfect, and the way he faked confidence to impress Aurora was adorable, lol. He may be a shy guy who keeps to himself and gets pink ears every time Aurora flirts with him, but once he knows what he wants, he’s confident enough to go after it. The way he made Aurora feel seen and loved made me love him even more.
“You’re like sunlight, Rory. I want to bask in everything you have.”
Aurora and Russ are both broken people who found each other at the exact moment they needed someone—to hold them, accept them, and love them for who they were. It was beautiful to watch them grow together and help each other with their insecurities. The way Russ made sure Rory felt wanted and loved, and the way Rory made him realise that he didn’t need to hide his real self because she would accept him as he was—it was everything.
They’re the epitome of the “I can fix her/him” trope, and they actually did it. I also loved how they both refused to be the miscommunicators in their relationship. That’s a healthy relationship trait! Russ and Aurora may be different in personality, but they’re so similar when it comes to their insecurities and fears, and that’s what makes them even more perfect.
The ending was perfectly done. No third-act breakup and miscommunication! I never expected Russ’s dad to change for the better, but at least he’s trying, and he even treated Rory as his own daughter. The found-family trope at the end, with all their friends, was amazing. I can’t wait to see who else is getting a book in this series, but first, I need Henry’s book!
“What’re you doing?”
“I’m watching you go in so you don’t have to watch me leave.”
One of the best things about Hannah Grace’s books is the MMCs she writes. They’re all green flags—caring, respectful, and selfless.
This was the cutest book and even better than Icebreaker! I mean, what are the chances that two people with daddy issues fall in love with each other? That’s exactly what Russ and Aurora are. I love them—they’re just so cute and adorable in this book, and I adored every single moment of them together, even though the plot was a bit boring. I loved the confident girl x shy boy trope! I did not expect to blush every time Russ was blushing. If there’s anyone who can make me like insta-love/lust, it’s Hannah Grace.
“Well, green is my favorite color.”
“What type of green? Ogre green?”
“Whatever shade your eyes are.”
Aurora is a confident person but seeks validation and acceptance because, of course, she has daddy issues (I feel you, girl). I loved her, and I liked how she accepted herself in the end and even stood up for herself against her asshole father. What I loved most about her was that once she got comfortable with Russ, she tried her best to share her feelings and insecurities with him instead of bottling them up.
“What if we get caught in the rain? You don’t get rainbows at night.”
“You don’t need rainbows when you have the northern lights,” she says softly.
Russ, the man you are! He had me blushing and giggling all the damn time. The sweetest, most caring, and selfless man ever. He’s just so perfect, and the way he faked confidence to impress Aurora was adorable, lol. He may be a shy guy who keeps to himself and gets pink ears every time Aurora flirts with him, but once he knows what he wants, he’s confident enough to go after it. The way he made Aurora feel seen and loved made me love him even more.
“You’re like sunlight, Rory. I want to bask in everything you have.”
Aurora and Russ are both broken people who found each other at the exact moment they needed someone—to hold them, accept them, and love them for who they were. It was beautiful to watch them grow together and help each other with their insecurities. The way Russ made sure Rory felt wanted and loved, and the way Rory made him realise that he didn’t need to hide his real self because she would accept him as he was—it was everything.
“If you could go back in time and change something, what would you change?”
“Nothing.”
“Nothing? You wouldn’t change mistakes you’ve made or even, like, exams you could have done better on or something?” He shakes his head.
“Seriously, nothing?”
“Have you heard of the butterfly effect?”
“I am familiar with butterflies, yes.”
“What effect do they have on my time machine?”
“Not butterflies, the butterfly effect. If I change one thing in my past, it’d cause a ripple effect, and I wouldn’t chance not meeting you.”
They’re the epitome of the “I can fix her/him” trope, and they actually did it. I also loved how they both refused to be the miscommunicators in their relationship. That’s a healthy relationship trait! Russ and Aurora may be different in personality, but they’re so similar when it comes to their insecurities and fears, and that’s what makes them even more perfect.
“It’s no secret that I love books. I love stories about people I don’t know, and places I haven’t been to. I’ve lived a thousand lives between a thousand pages, but no story, no life, no page has ever made me as happy as you do, Russ Callaghan.”
The ending was perfectly done. No third-act breakup and miscommunication! I never expected Russ’s dad to change for the better, but at least he’s trying, and he even treated Rory as his own daughter. The found-family trope at the end, with all their friends, was amazing. I can’t wait to see who else is getting a book in this series, but first, I need Henry’s book!
September 25, 2023
yall are crazy to be giving this piece of actual NO PLOT garbage a 4 or 5 stars fucking crazy
October 13, 2023
In case you thought Icebreaker was an anomaly, let its sequel disabuse you of that notion: you’re into books about 20 year old hockey players now. You don’t have to like it, you just have to accept it. This one is set in a summer camp where all the men are anti-toxicity and they cuddle puppies. Consent clogs the air and the MMC refuses to bang without a condom. There is a miscommunication trope — my least favorite — which is resolved within fifty pages and then openly mocked in a move that almost breaks the fourth wall.
Look, I’m upset too. It wasn’t supposed to be like this. I wasn’t supposed to love books about people whose prefrontal cortexes aren’t yet fully developed falling in love over s’mores but it is what it is, babycakes, and Rory’s nervous babbling was far too relatable so you know what I give up I just love this series give it to me in liquid form so I can down it like a shot.
Look, I’m upset too. It wasn’t supposed to be like this. I wasn’t supposed to love books about people whose prefrontal cortexes aren’t yet fully developed falling in love over s’mores but it is what it is, babycakes, and Rory’s nervous babbling was far too relatable so you know what I give up I just love this series give it to me in liquid form so I can down it like a shot.
October 10, 2023
3.75⭐
This book takes place at summer camp, where the main characters, Russ and Aurora, find themselves as camp counselors after having a one night stand at a college party. They thought they would never see each other again and then they both show up to be counselors at the summer camp and they realized the other person is there. It's like fate brought them back together in this exciting and unexpected way! 🏕✨
I loved that this was set at summer camp. It really does add a fun and exciting element to the romance. I felt there was no plot... But vibes were great. Hannah Grace portrays the concept of found family so well in this book. And it's great that some characters from the first book make appearances.
I love how they learn to lean on each other/ become more open about personal things about their own lives it makes the the story that more realistic.
Russ was such a sweet and relatable character. It's great to see him grow and work on his confidence throughout the book. I'm sure many readers will relate to his journey and find it endearing💕 .
Aurora recklessness was relatable due to her upbringing. I just wanted to give her a big hug🫂. I totally feel her struggles and insecurities, which add depth to her character.
10/05 .i'm so ready for this 😊🏕️🔥☀️
“If I change one thing in my past, it’d cause a ripple effect, and I wouldn’t chance not meeting you.”
This book takes place at summer camp, where the main characters, Russ and Aurora, find themselves as camp counselors after having a one night stand at a college party. They thought they would never see each other again and then they both show up to be counselors at the summer camp and they realized the other person is there. It's like fate brought them back together in this exciting and unexpected way! 🏕✨
I loved that this was set at summer camp. It really does add a fun and exciting element to the romance. I felt there was no plot... But vibes were great. Hannah Grace portrays the concept of found family so well in this book. And it's great that some characters from the first book make appearances.
I love how they learn to lean on each other/ become more open about personal things about their own lives it makes the the story that more realistic.
Russ was such a sweet and relatable character. It's great to see him grow and work on his confidence throughout the book. I'm sure many readers will relate to his journey and find it endearing💕 .
Aurora recklessness was relatable due to her upbringing. I just wanted to give her a big hug🫂. I totally feel her struggles and insecurities, which add depth to her character.
10/05 .i'm so ready for this 😊🏕️🔥☀️
October 14, 2023
HURRY I NEED TO READ SOMETHING ELSE TO CLEANSE MY BRAIN.
2.5 stars
Did I like it? I mean it wasn't BAD but not good either. Was it cute? Sometimes. Was there smut? Not really. BOOO!! Is this a hockey romance? Fuck no it isn't, there is ONLY Summer Camp. This book is summer camp. That's it.
I have never in my life read something cringe-er than this. 2 people who have MAJOR daddy issues, like its really bad fall in love at summer camp. The amount of daddy issues in this book is absurd.
MC's insta love at first hook up. I'm not into that trope.
The pacing was weird, and slow at times. I almost DNF'd.
Aurora's character felt annoying but I loved Russ so ig that makes up for it?
I feel like the characters could have been developed better. I seems it lacked that a lot. Honestly the only character with massive growth was Russ' dad, whose a gambling addict, by the end of the book he seemed to have really turned the leaf.
I'm so glad I finished it and its over with. I know this has a lot of hype already BUT ITS NOT WORTH it, trust me! My eyes and brain are BURNING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT
If you gave me the option to burn 1 book a year, this would be the book I chose this year.
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*I awkwardly got an ARC of this via netgalley, after the author blocked me on instagram because I LIKED my friends 2.5 star review of Icebreaker OK BUT THANK YOU ATRIA <333*
Does this make me biased because of this? A little but I'm always 100% honest when I review things, if the book is boring/lacks anything I would tell you regardless.
2.5 stars
Did I like it? I mean it wasn't BAD but not good either. Was it cute? Sometimes. Was there smut? Not really. BOOO!! Is this a hockey romance? Fuck no it isn't, there is ONLY Summer Camp. This book is summer camp. That's it.
I have never in my life read something cringe-er than this. 2 people who have MAJOR daddy issues, like its really bad fall in love at summer camp. The amount of daddy issues in this book is absurd.
MC's insta love at first hook up. I'm not into that trope.
The pacing was weird, and slow at times. I almost DNF'd.
Aurora's character felt annoying but I loved Russ so ig that makes up for it?
I feel like the characters could have been developed better. I seems it lacked that a lot. Honestly the only character with massive growth was Russ' dad, whose a gambling addict, by the end of the book he seemed to have really turned the leaf.
I'm so glad I finished it and its over with. I know this has a lot of hype already BUT ITS NOT WORTH it, trust me! My eyes and brain are BURNING WITH DISAPPOINTMENT
If you gave me the option to burn 1 book a year, this would be the book I chose this year.
______________________________
*I awkwardly got an ARC of this via netgalley, after the author blocked me on instagram because I LIKED my friends 2.5 star review of Icebreaker OK BUT THANK YOU ATRIA <333*
Does this make me biased because of this? A little but I'm always 100% honest when I review things, if the book is boring/lacks anything I would tell you regardless.
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March 30, 2023THE COVER IS SO PRETTY
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