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paperbacksandsnacks's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was so beautifully written, and so quietly gripping that now I’ve finished I feel a little lost. I know one thing is for certain and that’s that I have to read the next one in the series ASAP.
It feels like fate when Calla loses her job and is in a position to go and visit her dad whilst he’s unwell, especially with the way it all unfolds in the end. Not only did she gain time with her father but she found herself under the scrutiny of a rugged sky cowboy (as her mum calls them). And Jonah is one perfect, grumpy sky cowboy.
I really liked the way the romance unfurls throughout this, and how it’s not the only focus of the book. It’s a slow burn romance for sure with a lot of trepidation on both sides because of the context of the visit but it burns very bright despite being slow. It just feels very real and human rather than written purely for entertainment.
I liked the way the author included a lot of facts and history about Alaska. I am enamoured with a place I’ve not even seen! I wish Alaska Wild were a real company so I could look at their website and see all the gorgeous places that Calla and Jonah visit and the people whose lives they touch.
My only complaint with the book is that I do think it was slightly judgemental towards Calla and the way she carried herself differently because of her city upbringing. Especially as it wasn’t Calla who chose to leave for the city, it was a decision her mum made for her. I think the way it’s handled by Jonah in the end where he’s encouraging her to be more natural because she is beautiful without the extra glitz and makeup is better, but overall I think this judgement maybe went a bit overboard.
The way the relationship between Calla and her dad develops is also really lovely. And the message that forgiveness is a gift and time is precious. To not waste a moment because we never know how many moments we may get.
It was just a super wholesome and endearing book. I loved all the characters and the depths they held. I loved the setting and the messages. Just all super beautiful and I am really excited to see where Calla and Jonah go next.
It feels like fate when Calla loses her job and is in a position to go and visit her dad whilst he’s unwell, especially with the way it all unfolds in the end. Not only did she gain time with her father but she found herself under the scrutiny of a rugged sky cowboy (as her mum calls them). And Jonah is one perfect, grumpy sky cowboy.
I really liked the way the romance unfurls throughout this, and how it’s not the only focus of the book. It’s a slow burn romance for sure with a lot of trepidation on both sides because of the context of the visit but it burns very bright despite being slow. It just feels very real and human rather than written purely for entertainment.
I liked the way the author included a lot of facts and history about Alaska. I am enamoured with a place I’ve not even seen! I wish Alaska Wild were a real company so I could look at their website and see all the gorgeous places that Calla and Jonah visit and the people whose lives they touch.
My only complaint with the book is that I do think it was slightly judgemental towards Calla and the way she carried herself differently because of her city upbringing. Especially as it wasn’t Calla who chose to leave for the city, it was a decision her mum made for her. I think the way it’s handled by Jonah in the end where he’s encouraging her to be more natural because she is beautiful without the extra glitz and makeup is better, but overall I think this judgement maybe went a bit overboard.
The way the relationship between Calla and her dad develops is also really lovely. And the message that forgiveness is a gift and time is precious. To not waste a moment because we never know how many moments we may get.
It was just a super wholesome and endearing book. I loved all the characters and the depths they held. I loved the setting and the messages. Just all super beautiful and I am really excited to see where Calla and Jonah go next.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Medical content, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Blood and Injury/Injury detail
kittkat's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
1.75
Ich hatte SO hohe Erwartungen an dieses Buch. Die Bewertungen sind überdurchschnittlich gut und enemies-to-lovers ist sowieso mein Lieblingstrope. Das Problem ist nur, dass der männliche Protagonist nicht nur ihr Enemy war sondern ein allgemeiner Frauenfeind 🤡.
Calla entscheidet sich nach der Krebsdiagnose ihres entfremdeten Vaters dazu, ihn in Alaska zu besuchen und ihn kennenzulernen, bevor es zu spät ist. Ihr Vater führt ein Flugunternehmen in Alaska (der Grund, warum er sie über 24 Jahre nicht besuchen konnte). Einer seiner Piloten - Jonah - holt Calla persönlich ab und er ist ganz und gar nicht erfreut über das gestylte Stadtmädchen.
Jonah ist ein misogyner, judgy, Alpha-Male Arschloch und wir sollen denken, dass er nur sehr ehrlich und bisschen schroff ist 😐.
Er entschuldigt sich für das meiste nie und für andere Sachen nicht genug. Kurze, unvollständige Liste, warum wir ihn nicht mögen:
Calla entscheidet sich nach der Krebsdiagnose ihres entfremdeten Vaters dazu, ihn in Alaska zu besuchen und ihn kennenzulernen, bevor es zu spät ist. Ihr Vater führt ein Flugunternehmen in Alaska (der Grund, warum er sie über 24 Jahre nicht besuchen konnte). Einer seiner Piloten - Jonah - holt Calla persönlich ab und er ist ganz und gar nicht erfreut über das gestylte Stadtmädchen.
Jonah ist ein misogyner, judgy, Alpha-Male Arschloch und wir sollen denken, dass er nur sehr ehrlich und bisschen schroff ist 😐.
Er entschuldigt sich für das meiste nie und für andere Sachen nicht genug. Kurze, unvollständige Liste, warum wir ihn nicht mögen:
- Nennt sie Barbie, weil sie sich schminkt
- Macht sich über ihre Milch-Allergie lustig und dass sie keinen Führerschein hat (weil sie ja so verwöhnt sei)
Klaut ihre Koffer und sagt allen, sie seien am Flughafen einfach verschwunden, um ihr zu zeigen, dass sie auch ohne das ganze Zeug überleben kann - Sexualisiert ihre Sportkleidung: sie renne ja nackt rum
(dabei hat sie nichts anderes zum Anziehen WEIL ER IHRE GANZEN SACHEN HAT) Nachdem sie ihre Koffer bei ihm zuhause entdeckt hat, klaut er diesmal nur ihre Kosmetik nochmal, weil sie mit dem Zeug sowieso hässliche aussehe
Dass sie sich dann noch zu ihm sexuell hingezogen fühlt - ist ja okay. Aber dass sie sich in ihn verliebt hat, war vollkommen unrealistisch. Der Typ hat ihr Selbstwertgefühl sowas von in den Untergrund getrieben und sie für alles geshamet. Die Autorin sah aber wohl nichts großartig Schlimmes mit Jonahs Verhalten, denn sonst hätte ich erwartet, dass wir eine Art Redemption-Arc sehen. Jonah hätte seine Fehler einsehen und alles für seine Wiedergutmachung tun müssen. Nichts davon.
Die Beziehung mit ihrem Vater war auch katastrophal. Der Typ hat sich Null um sie gekümmert und alle haben Calla eingeredet, dass es an ihr liegt. Daher gehen die 1,75⭐️ aus Mitleid an Calla.
Rip mein Audible-Guthaben.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Death of parent
Moderate: Blood, Misogyny, Gaslighting, and Toxic relationship
cass_ev's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I cannot believe it took me almost 4 years to read this book since I first heard of it, it checks so many boxes for me:
✔️Wilderness setting/mountain vibes (I’m fascinated by Alaska and would love to visit someday)
✔️Cozy, small town romance
✔️Heroine who undergoes a lot of personal growth
✔️V attractive and funny “wilderness man” love interest
✔️Grumpy-sunshine trope (arguably my favourite romance trope to walk the Earth)
✔️Exploration of not only romantic love but the complexities of familial and platonic love
✔️Steamy but slow burn romance that feels realistic to me
✔️Funny banter between all the characters
What I was wary on was the cancer content since I’ve become all too familiar with it and how scary it is when your parent has it. But I liked Tucker’s handling of the subject, it didn’t feel too heavy but it also didn’t feel like it was taken too lightly either. There were moments where I wanted more emotional turmoil and depiction of grief from the characters but maybe I need to chill with the emotional masochism.
However, pacing was great (though I got a bit mixed up on the timelines but that could’ve been me just absolutely devouring this book and getting confused) and felt like it moved forward naturally without it stalling. Calla is such an interesting heroine since at the beginning I did not like her in the slightest—she was spoiled and judgemental—but then once she started to open her mind a bit and embrace the Alaskan lifestyle and people more then she really became someone I rooted for! I also loved the subtle Canadian reference to Toronto and the TTC lol.
Good thing there’s 3 more books in the series bc I would be panicking about what to read after loving this book so much! Brb cuddling up under a plaid blanket with a lit candle while the snow is falling outside to read the next book.
✔️Wilderness setting/mountain vibes (I’m fascinated by Alaska and would love to visit someday)
✔️Cozy, small town romance
✔️Heroine who undergoes a lot of personal growth
✔️V attractive and funny “wilderness man” love interest
✔️Grumpy-sunshine trope (arguably my favourite romance trope to walk the Earth)
✔️Exploration of not only romantic love but the complexities of familial and platonic love
✔️Steamy but slow burn romance that feels realistic to me
✔️Funny banter between all the characters
What I was wary on was the cancer content since I’ve become all too familiar with it and how scary it is when your parent has it. But I liked Tucker’s handling of the subject, it didn’t feel too heavy but it also didn’t feel like it was taken too lightly either. There were moments where I wanted more emotional turmoil and depiction of grief from the characters but maybe I need to chill with the emotional masochism.
However, pacing was great (though I got a bit mixed up on the timelines but that could’ve been me just absolutely devouring this book and getting confused) and felt like it moved forward naturally without it stalling. Calla is such an interesting heroine since at the beginning I did not like her in the slightest—she was spoiled and judgemental—but then once she started to open her mind a bit and embrace the Alaskan lifestyle and people more then she really became someone I rooted for! I also loved the subtle Canadian reference to Toronto and the TTC lol.
Good thing there’s 3 more books in the series bc I would be panicking about what to read after loving this book so much! Brb cuddling up under a plaid blanket with a lit candle while the snow is falling outside to read the next book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, Medical trauma, Cancer, and Terminal illness
Minor: Blood
jcrawford31's review
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Cancer, and Grief
Moderate: Blood
bookishnatalia's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Terminal illness, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
Moderate: Sexual content and Alcohol
Minor: Pregnancy
jamiejanae_6's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Sexual content, Blood, Cursing, Death of parent, Grief, and Cancer
abitofapoet's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
this book made me cry on an airplane.
it was funny, heartbreaking, romantic, and adventurous. quite literally a PERFECT book. I’m so sad to be finished reading it, i wish i could stay with these characters forever. (i’ll DEFINITELY be buying book two after this!)
i don’t know what to say in this review because i don’t want to spoil a single line of the book. it’s THAT good. you just have to read it. i will say though that i love Calla’s heart and her strength, and the relationships she builds with everyone in Alaska. I also was giggling OUT LOUD at the banter between Jonah and Calla, which I almost never do when I’m reading.
Absolutely give this book a shot, you won’t regret it.
it was funny, heartbreaking, romantic, and adventurous. quite literally a PERFECT book. I’m so sad to be finished reading it, i wish i could stay with these characters forever. (i’ll DEFINITELY be buying book two after this!)
i don’t know what to say in this review because i don’t want to spoil a single line of the book. it’s THAT good. you just have to read it. i will say though that i love Calla’s heart and her strength, and the relationships she builds with everyone in Alaska. I also was giggling OUT LOUD at the banter between Jonah and Calla, which I almost never do when I’m reading.
Absolutely give this book a shot, you won’t regret it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Terminal illness
Moderate: Abandonment, Blood, Cursing, Death of parent, Grief, Medical content, Pregnancy, and Sexual content
Minor: Infidelity and Vomit
lacowie's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Abandonment, Terminal illness, Blood, and Cancer
greenlivingaudioworm's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Cancer, Blood, Pregnancy, Terminal illness, Chronic illness, Death of parent, and Grief
vivid_reads's review
3.5
This book has a romantic component, but it's not romance and the relationship building wasn't really there, nor obvious adoration between our hero and heroine. The sex scenes are very brief. This is a nice book to read, but don't go into it expecting It Happened One Summer or The Hating Game vibes.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Blood, Terminal illness, and Death of parent