booksspice_everythingnice's review
5.0
This book was short but super spicy and worth the read! The chemistry between Sophia and Marshall is off the charts! This was the best slump breaker book and I can’t wait for more from these two authors!
manda24176's review
5.0
Marshall
Marshall and Sophia
Oh, this was a fun, shorter read. Sophie's a mature young lady whom I enjoyed reading about. I love that she stood her ground and knew what she wanted. Marshall and his attitude, grumpiness, cracked me up. Their attraction for one another was undeniable. It was a great read for a fast-paced mf novel, which I don't read very often anymore. Definitely recommend this, and I'm looking forward to Wyatt and Weston's story.
Marshall and Sophia
Oh, this was a fun, shorter read. Sophie's a mature young lady whom I enjoyed reading about. I love that she stood her ground and knew what she wanted. Marshall and his attitude, grumpiness, cracked me up. Their attraction for one another was undeniable. It was a great read for a fast-paced mf novel, which I don't read very often anymore. Definitely recommend this, and I'm looking forward to Wyatt and Weston's story.
franny_gallops's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
p0laris's review
3.0
If these are your tropes, and you don't mind the almost insta-love-ish vibe, this is definitely the book for you. While there's a storyline, it's mainly focused on the tropes. I found the siblings interesting side characters, especially because the MCs are exhibitionists in their impatience, and their family farm is their playground.
Yeah.
They saw a lot.
Anyway, the story is a quick read, and I was glad they got together at the end. I didn't like a few elements, though. For one thing, I absolutely despise when one character uses other people just to make the person they're supposedly interested in jealous. BOTH MCs did this more than one time throughout the book, and I just don't find it romantic to hurt someone's feelings, or to make them question your relationship, just to see what they'll do, or because it makes you proud when they claim you publicly. Eh.
Also, he fucking branded her p*ssy without warning her during sex. Like an actual brand with his initials, and then says he tended to it for a week as after care. This is just after they had separated bc he couldn't simply call her his girlfriend when he treated her like one. Now he wants to permanently brand her with no warning and without them even discussing the separation? That's a big no fucking thank you for me.
Yeah.
They saw a lot.
Anyway, the story is a quick read, and I was glad they got together at the end. I didn't like a few elements, though. For one thing, I absolutely despise when one character uses other people just to make the person they're supposedly interested in jealous. BOTH MCs did this more than one time throughout the book, and I just don't find it romantic to hurt someone's feelings, or to make them question your relationship, just to see what they'll do, or because it makes you proud when they claim you publicly. Eh.
Also, he fucking branded her p*ssy without warning her during sex. Like an actual brand with his initials, and then says he tended to it for a week as after care. This is just after they had separated bc he couldn't simply call her his girlfriend when he treated her like one. Now he wants to permanently brand her with no warning and without them even discussing the separation? That's a big no fucking thank you for me.
bixchestalkbooks's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Give me a rancher every dang day of the week! Marshall certainly opened a new door for me in terms of tropes I would love to continue reading and I certainly can't wait to see what is next for this family.
Sophia and Marshall are certainly complex characters. Sophia has been in a terrible foster home situation for the last 5 years. Having finally escaped, she is looking forward to starting a new life somewhere-anywhere really, that is far away from her foster home. After stumbling upon Ridge Valley and finding out that the local motel has no other rooms for the night, she happens to hear about the Wild Thorn Ranch which is still closed for the season. In desperate need for a place to lay her head for a night, she decides to take the risk and stay in one of the cabins. What she could have never expected is what she would end up finding the next morning when the sun rose.
Marshall is not into relationships. He is quite content at having flings here and there and letting that be it due to his ownership of the ranch. Imagine his surprise when one morning he discovers that there is a squatter in one of the cabins on his ranch. Not only is this girl there illegally, but she has met his sister and could be working for his Aunt soon. This could spell trouble for him because not only is she now building a friendship with his sister, but she is gorgeous too-and much too young for him. As time goes on however, there is something about this "Little Felon" that he just can't seem to stay away from.
This story is faced paced and very easy to read. There were many points where I wanted to throw the kindle-most of them coming from Marhsall's behavior and his inability to realize what he had in front of him. If you really love a brooding MC, this is your guy. He certainly isn't one to rush into admitting his feelings but his actions will tell you everything you need to know. It is also really fun to read the banter between Sophia and Marshall. Sophia is not one to keep her sass in check or back down when she doesn't quite get her way which leads to some really interest situations both characters find themselves in. Both characters know how to push each other to the limits which leads to some explosive and spicy scenes that leave you certainly wanting more.
It was also really nice to see Sophia grow and discover missing pieces of her that she hasn't had for a very long time. She may not have had the best teen years, but she certainly is learning with the Wilder family to trust again and that not all people are bad and have ulterior motives. It was nice to see her mold herself into a family that, besides Marshall in the beginning, have welcomed her with open arms.
This was a fantastic read and I can't wait to see what happens next with this family when the twin's story comes out- something tells me it is going to be just as fast paced and spicy as this one- and hopefully we get to see more of Marshall and Sophia.
Sophia and Marshall are certainly complex characters. Sophia has been in a terrible foster home situation for the last 5 years. Having finally escaped, she is looking forward to starting a new life somewhere-anywhere really, that is far away from her foster home. After stumbling upon Ridge Valley and finding out that the local motel has no other rooms for the night, she happens to hear about the Wild Thorn Ranch which is still closed for the season. In desperate need for a place to lay her head for a night, she decides to take the risk and stay in one of the cabins. What she could have never expected is what she would end up finding the next morning when the sun rose.
Marshall is not into relationships. He is quite content at having flings here and there and letting that be it due to his ownership of the ranch. Imagine his surprise when one morning he discovers that there is a squatter in one of the cabins on his ranch. Not only is this girl there illegally, but she has met his sister and could be working for his Aunt soon. This could spell trouble for him because not only is she now building a friendship with his sister, but she is gorgeous too-and much too young for him. As time goes on however, there is something about this "Little Felon" that he just can't seem to stay away from.
This story is faced paced and very easy to read. There were many points where I wanted to throw the kindle-most of them coming from Marhsall's behavior and his inability to realize what he had in front of him. If you really love a brooding MC, this is your guy. He certainly isn't one to rush into admitting his feelings but his actions will tell you everything you need to know. It is also really fun to read the banter between Sophia and Marshall. Sophia is not one to keep her sass in check or back down when she doesn't quite get her way which leads to some really interest situations both characters find themselves in. Both characters know how to push each other to the limits which leads to some explosive and spicy scenes that leave you certainly wanting more.
It was also really nice to see Sophia grow and discover missing pieces of her that she hasn't had for a very long time. She may not have had the best teen years, but she certainly is learning with the Wilder family to trust again and that not all people are bad and have ulterior motives. It was nice to see her mold herself into a family that, besides Marshall in the beginning, have welcomed her with open arms.
This was a fantastic read and I can't wait to see what happens next with this family when the twin's story comes out- something tells me it is going to be just as fast paced and spicy as this one- and hopefully we get to see more of Marshall and Sophia.
lady_h_reads's review
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
“Let’s not play games, Marshall. I might be younger than you, but I’m not some stupid little girl. I know what I want, and I go for it. I think you should do the same.”
Marshall is a good quick read for some hot cowboy smut. A little light on relationship building (especially in the beginning); I went in expecting more plot but was happy with the spice level and the MMC’s obsessive behaviors.
This is an inst-lust-turned-obsession type of relationship. The MC’s early interactions can best be described as toxic - using others to incite jealousy and force their true feelings to emerge. The ends justify the means, but this type of behavior out of a 30 y/o man just makes him appear immature. These actions from a much younger FMC are easier to allow.
Marshall is fast burn and spicy. The MMC’s dirty talk is panty-melting hot and shows his possessive side.
Genre: Contemporary Cowboy Romance
Tropes/Features: Age-gap, cowboy, small town, grumpy/sunshine, 18y/o FMC on the run, Older MMC cowboy, insta-lust, jealousy, possessive behaviors
Narrator: Dual 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: MF, insta-lust fast burn, spicy
Book Type/Ending: Standalone novella with HEA (Book one in series, Authors recommend books read in order)
josmely_'s review
emotional
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? N/A
4.0
This was a very fun HOT fast read. The story moved along very quickly but it was still so good 🥰
I loved Marshall and Sophia together. The way they were both equally obsessive over each other was so hot. They had insane chemistry.
“Now, be a good girl for once and take it,” Marshall had me blushing the entire book.
I LOVED LOVED Marshalls family. They were so supportive of their relationship. They were really funny and definitely made the book even more enjoyable. I cant wait to read about all of them!! 🤗
I loved Marshall and Sophia together. The way they were both equally obsessive over each other was so hot. They had insane chemistry.
“Now, be a good girl for once and take it,” Marshall had me blushing the entire book.
I LOVED LOVED Marshalls family. They were so supportive of their relationship. They were really funny and definitely made the book even more enjoyable. I cant wait to read about all of them!! 🤗
kalexreads's review
5.0
I loved this fast-burn, age-gap story. Sophia and Marshall are into each other right from the first time they lay eyes on each other. Sophia may be young, but she knows what she likes and what she wants. Marshall is a total grump, but Sophia doesn’t care and goes after what she wants. They are so hot and steamy together. I can’t wait to read more books in this series.
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