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geminwonderland's review against another edition
medium-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
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Pregnancy
lisavandonselaar's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
slow-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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent and War
Minor: Pregnancy
smartcookiesca's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Death of parent
thewildbookcase's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I’m so glad I continued with the series. I didn’t particularly enjoy the first book, but I love the Chestnut Springs series and I wanted to read Violet’s story and I am so glad I did! Full review to come.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Injury/Injury detail
maeve_anne's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
tense
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
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
dms3899's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Death of parent, and War
chelseabee17's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
While I did like it, I probably would have loved it a whole lot more if I had read it prior to Elsie Silver’s Chestnut Springs series. I do love seeing Elsie’s growth as a writer, but because this was one of her first books, it fell a little flat after reading others she’s written. I am glad to have some of Violet’s story, as well as Cole’s, because they were such a mystery. But, I missed the dynamic of the whole Eaton family together! I’m ready for a book that combines both!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Death of parent
mayawata_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.5
this book had me giggling and kicking my feet for the most part. Violet and Cole are the best example of grumpy/sunshine and it was so amazingly done, especially given Cole’s past and current hardships. There were a few times where I was with Violet, wanting Cole to get it together but I also understood how PTSD can be difficult to live with, and dependent on the person. Didn’t expect to read this in a day, but it was so hard to put down.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Death of parent, and War
Moderate: Sexual harassment
mmiria's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.5
I know I can fix him isn't the best mentality but I too would cave and want to fix him
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: War
amateur_bookworm's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
My summary:
Violet Eaton left home to get out from under the thumb of her loving but overbearing dad and brothers. Working as a groom at Gold Rush Ranch, she was quickly promoted to jockey and already has some big wins under her belt as she forges ahead in making her own way in the world. Her only problem is Cole Harding, half owner of the ranch. The standoffish Cole has been beaten down by a tragic series of life events. As it becomes more difficult for Cole and Violet to avoid each other on the ranch, they have to face their history and attraction to each other.
My thoughts:
Cole Harding is without a doubt my favorite male main character that Elsie Silver has written. I know I haven’t read all of her books yet, but I’m confident it won’t change. My heart breaks for Cole. His past, his brokenness, all of it just really got to me throughout the whole book. I was rooting for him so hard as I read.
I love Elsie’s female characters. They are all so strong and such spitfires. And little Violet Eaton is no different. I also love that she’s the jockey, because I feel like that’s a great nod to women in a male dominated career. I also really enjoyed the flashbacks of the old internet chats at the start of chapters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Death of parent