lissajean7's review against another edition
4.0
This has one of the best first chapters I have ever read. I don't typically read romance or NA books, so the fact that I read it at all says a lot about that first chapter. I wanted to know all the answers to all the questions. And she didn't disappoint. Leah's character is beautifully complex, and learning her story and watching her grow is what pulled me through each page. That said, the sex scenes were a bit graphic for me (remember: not a romance reader) and detracted from my enjoyment of the story. I thought the speed with which the physical relationship progressed diminished the tension that was possible. Which is a shame because there was so much potential in that tension. Paxton Wilder is...hard to describe. At times he feels a bit like the cliche bad boy, others like the cliche athlete, and then a breath of fresh air. Where Paxton shined was with his relationship to his family and close friends. I loved the juxtaposition of his 'Wilder' persona and the person of Paxton as a son and brother and friend. His devil-may-care attitude contrasted well with his extreme dedication and focus and loyalty. But mostly, seeing his jaded idea of love transform into something beautiful was worth it (though I wish we'd spent a little more time developing that). I really liked all the side characters, and I'm intrigued about where everyone ends up. Despite the sex scenes, I think I'll pick up the next one to see what happens.
kttrebleclef's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
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? It's complicated
4.0
tj9390's review against another edition
5.0
An unforgettably unique story.
Amazing! Simply amazing.
I read Fourth Wing and adored it. I decided to try Rebecca Yarros as a contemporary author and I was enchanted.
The beautiful, not a single unnecessary word, sentence, scene or dialogue I found in Fourth Wing, I found again in Wilder.
It is just the way Rebecca Harris writes and I am tingly with excitement to read Nova and Rogue, books 2 and 3 in the Renegade series. And all the rest of Rebecca Yarros books.
Amazing! Simply amazing.
I read Fourth Wing and adored it. I decided to try Rebecca Yarros as a contemporary author and I was enchanted.
The beautiful, not a single unnecessary word, sentence, scene or dialogue I found in Fourth Wing, I found again in Wilder.
It is just the way Rebecca Harris writes and I am tingly with excitement to read Nova and Rogue, books 2 and 3 in the Renegade series. And all the rest of Rebecca Yarros books.
harperk2014's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
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
nikki_winkler's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
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
kelliern's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-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
carleemam's review
adventurous
emotional
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
3.75
erikasreadingnook's review against another edition
4.0
Riding a high after finishing Fourth Wing, I decided to go out and see what other books Rebecca Yarros had available to offer and I came across this one. Added bonus was that it was also available on Kindle Unlimited.
Paxton Wilder is a Renegade, the leader of a group of young YouTubers who perform X-Game like stunts and share it on YouTube. Leah is a young woman with scars from her past who is assigned to tutor Paxton to ensure he passes his classes.
I will say that this story jumps right in from the first chapter which is something I always appreciate. And I felt the book kept a good pace all the way through with a small twist at the end. This is the first of a series and while I may circle back to the other two in the series, it’s not high on my TBR.
Would I read this book again? Yes, but I wouldn’t be clamoring for it
Overall: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️
Paxton Wilder is a Renegade, the leader of a group of young YouTubers who perform X-Game like stunts and share it on YouTube. Leah is a young woman with scars from her past who is assigned to tutor Paxton to ensure he passes his classes.
I will say that this story jumps right in from the first chapter which is something I always appreciate. And I felt the book kept a good pace all the way through with a small twist at the end. This is the first of a series and while I may circle back to the other two in the series, it’s not high on my TBR.
Would I read this book again? Yes, but I wouldn’t be clamoring for it
Overall: 4 out of 5 stars ⭐️