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alexperc_92's review against another edition
5.0
I received an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. Review and blog tour can be found on *Milky Way of Books*
Wild Card was one of these books you get to enjoy, knowing that not only will you be introduced to new characters but also you'll get to enjoy the AMAZING scenery! I may not know enough of British Columbia, but after reading Karina Halle's new book, I really want to travel there!
The characters may be flawed but you have some funny moments, some heart-wrenching ones and a good dose of the male heroes I enjoy reading from this author! My beautiful Shane and my sweet Rachel, as also the other two brothers and their respective (soon to be seen) love interests.
There is also a small issue of assault which Karina Halle manages to deliver subtle and quite well and it gives light to everyday problems which in some cases the society likes to turn its eyes away.
Wild Card was one of these books you get to enjoy, knowing that not only will you be introduced to new characters but also you'll get to enjoy the AMAZING scenery! I may not know enough of British Columbia, but after reading Karina Halle's new book, I really want to travel there!
The characters may be flawed but you have some funny moments, some heart-wrenching ones and a good dose of the male heroes I enjoy reading from this author! My beautiful Shane and my sweet Rachel, as also the other two brothers and their respective (soon to be seen) love interests.
There is also a small issue of assault which Karina Halle manages to deliver subtle and quite well and it gives light to everyday problems which in some cases the society likes to turn its eyes away.
mandy_pandy's review against another edition
5.0
LOVED this book! This is the perfect second-chance romance with a sexy cowboy! Emotional, steamy and a beautiful romance - this book had everything I love! This is a top book of 2017 for me and I can't wait for the other brothers books!
rlp78's review against another edition
5.0
Wow
This was a beautiful story of love and sacrifice and forgiveness. I figured out pretty early on what had happened between Shane and Rachel but it didn't make reading it unfold any less gut wrenching. I normally am not a fan of flashbacks but these were so necessary and perfectly done I loved them. I love this author and this was yet another winner from her. Can't wait for Maverick's story but I'm even more excited to read about Fox and Del!
This was a beautiful story of love and sacrifice and forgiveness. I figured out pretty early on what had happened between Shane and Rachel but it didn't make reading it unfold any less gut wrenching. I normally am not a fan of flashbacks but these were so necessary and perfectly done I loved them. I love this author and this was yet another winner from her. Can't wait for Maverick's story but I'm even more excited to read about Fox and Del!
chroniclesofabookreader's review against another edition
3.0
**3.5 Stars**
Set in a rugged small-town where the landscape felt like a secondary character, Wild Card's second-chance romance, one that ended on bad terms six years ago, pulled in light angst and heartbreak at every turn. Told in dual perspectives and in the past and present timelines, Halle brought the reader into the lives and hearts of both Shane and Rachel with ease, lightly sprinkling in tension and turmoil as it progressed, ultimately building upon a love story that was larger than life.
I adored getting to know the rugged, intensely quiet pull that was Shane, and how his devotion and hardworking demeanor made his character what it was. He was easy to connect with, to find attractive, to fall for. His allure wasn’t in your face, but a slow, steady beat that entranced with each pulse. And while Rachel was very much his opposite, at times difficult to connect to, one couldn’t help but see the pain and love and joy that hung heavy in Shane in his, and their, every scene thus making her character more real and likeable.
What I crave from all second-chance romances is that raw, pulled-apart beauty that forces my heart into my stomach as I’m ripped in two due to their pain and heartbreak. I want to feel that messy breakup or that horrible heartbreaking pain as they are either torn apart or upon re-connecting. That pain is needed in order to believe that their love can overshadow any struggle and to connect the reader with the couple. Because these scenes were absent, much of the angst between the characters felt only surface deep, and I never truly felt any of it in my gut.
But, I still think Wild Card is a beautiful romance that readers who love the lighter side of angst will rave about. It opened a breathtaking world for the series to be in and set a foundation for the rest to stand on. The Nelson family was wonderfully introduced and has me very excited to experience the beauty of what’s to come. Halle is always reinventing herself and I look forward to how she’ll present her inner self in the next story, either in this series or one outside of it.
**Received an early copy; this had no bearing on my opinions**
Set in a rugged small-town where the landscape felt like a secondary character, Wild Card's second-chance romance, one that ended on bad terms six years ago, pulled in light angst and heartbreak at every turn. Told in dual perspectives and in the past and present timelines, Halle brought the reader into the lives and hearts of both Shane and Rachel with ease, lightly sprinkling in tension and turmoil as it progressed, ultimately building upon a love story that was larger than life.
I adored getting to know the rugged, intensely quiet pull that was Shane, and how his devotion and hardworking demeanor made his character what it was. He was easy to connect with, to find attractive, to fall for. His allure wasn’t in your face, but a slow, steady beat that entranced with each pulse. And while Rachel was very much his opposite, at times difficult to connect to, one couldn’t help but see the pain and love and joy that hung heavy in Shane in his, and their, every scene thus making her character more real and likeable.
What I crave from all second-chance romances is that raw, pulled-apart beauty that forces my heart into my stomach as I’m ripped in two due to their pain and heartbreak. I want to feel that messy breakup or that horrible heartbreaking pain as they are either torn apart or upon re-connecting. That pain is needed in order to believe that their love can overshadow any struggle and to connect the reader with the couple. Because these scenes were absent, much of the angst between the characters felt only surface deep, and I never truly felt any of it in my gut.
But, I still think Wild Card is a beautiful romance that readers who love the lighter side of angst will rave about. It opened a breathtaking world for the series to be in and set a foundation for the rest to stand on. The Nelson family was wonderfully introduced and has me very excited to experience the beauty of what’s to come. Halle is always reinventing herself and I look forward to how she’ll present her inner self in the next story, either in this series or one outside of it.
**Received an early copy; this had no bearing on my opinions**
kdorka's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
chulaisreadingromance's review against another edition
5.0
Yeehaaaw baby!
Well, this was exactly the cowboy romance I was expecting. Dramatic, the right amount of angst and action, hot sexy times and a beautiful happy ending. I need this in paperback as soon as possible and to pick up book 2 NOW! What a way to finish my reading year!
Well, this was exactly the cowboy romance I was expecting. Dramatic, the right amount of angst and action, hot sexy times and a beautiful happy ending. I need this in paperback as soon as possible and to pick up book 2 NOW! What a way to finish my reading year!
clarynathanwill's review against another edition
5.0
Karina Halle kills it again as she always does.
sbauer16's review against another edition
5.0
Karina NEVER fails in making me fall in love with her words. Wild Card is now my NEW FAVORITE second chance AND western romance. It made me feel EVERY emotion possible. I loved the characters and can't wait to learn more about some of them. I can't wait for the rest of the Nelson brothers!!!
syndi3's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
| Wild Card is certainly have the wild appeal. The story is aboutnsecind chance romance. A lot of triggers but Miss Halle done a good job not describing it too graphic. She has respect.
Shane and Rachel, are childhood friends that turned into more during their teeange year. A secret that Rachel hide, riped them apart. Now they have their secind chance.
There are combination of longing, loneliness, determination and family value.
Overall a very good book.
Shane and Rachel, are childhood friends that turned into more during their teeange year. A secret that Rachel hide, riped them apart. Now they have their secind chance.
There are combination of longing, loneliness, determination and family value.
Overall a very good book.