“No, fancy face. Those are wild eyes. The eyes of a woman who just chose fight over flight. Don’t smother that. Keep ‘em and you’ll come out on top. Trust me.”
BREAKING NEWS: Elsie Silver did again!! Wild Eyes is not just a love story, but also a story of learning to love yourself. I cried, laughed, and simply couldn’t put this book down. I completely consumed it within 24 hours and if sleep wouldn’t have gotten in the way, it would’ve been finished in a single sitting. I’ve spent the last few hours sitting on my thoughts and trying to gather myself to write a review, but all I can think about is how special this book really was. I didn’t know how I’d feel about a celebrity x single dad, but it exceeded my expectations by a long shot. I’m so glad I have a physical copy, because this is one of my new favorite Elsie Silver books, and one of my new favorite books in general. I loved Wild Love, but this exceeds that too. I walked away with 340 highlights total, and I plan to annotate and tab my physical copy too.
The hilarious meet cute had me giggling and hooked me into the story immediately.
LORD HAVE MERCY. Weston Belmont is officially tied with Beau Eaton for my favorite Elsie Silver book boyfriend. He’s a cinnamon roll with a dirty mouth, and dirty actions to match. His banter, emails, and efforts for his kids & Skylar are unwavering. I literally fell in love with him while reading about him falling in love with Skylar. This man is a walking green flag.
When Emmy goes to get in West’s bed because she had a nightmare and innocently assumed Skylar was there because she also had a nightmare.. My heart. Skylar immediately felt like she didn’t belong there and she was imposing but West assures her she belongs there. This healed something in me honestly.
Coach Thick Thighs & Fancy Face.
Skylar has so much character growth and development throughout this story. Not only does she find love in this story, but she finds herself. She’s always been told no, but when she finally tells herself yes she succeeds. I fell in love with her character while she fell in love with herself. She is such a relatable female main character, and one of my new favorites at that.
Ollie & Emmy are the sweetest little angel babies ever. The way that Ollie finds comfort, safety, and trust in Skylar from the beginning and starts talking to her but never talks to anyone makes my heart swell. Sometimes children can get in the way of characters and cause conflict in stories, but these two added to the story. The immediate bond and connection they have with Skylar is so special.
Also, to see healthy coparenting portrayed is so rare and Elsie did just that. West has so much respect for Mia, despite their differences because she is the mother of his children. Her interactions with Skylar were respectful and mature, and it was refreshing.
Cherry had me giggling from the very start. It’s so often you see main characters having dogs, cats, etc. but never a bird that swears like a sailor. She is iconic and I love her so much. I had numerous highlights of just Cherry swearing at people.
I was teary eyed by the end of the book, and even more so when I heard the songs that were recorded for the book. I’ve never seen something this executed so flawlessly. The lyrics, the voice, and the overall vibe is exactly how I envisioned Skylar sounding.
I cannot wait for Rhys & Tabitha’s book. I already preordered a physical copy, and will spend the next few months thinking about them nonstop. I know their story is going to have my heart the same way this one did.
If you need me, I’ll be emotionally unwell for a little while recovering from this book. Elsie Silver, expect my therapy bill.
Wild Eyes
4.7 | 2,151 ratings
Price: 5.99
Last update: 09-06-2024
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Arianna Harrington
Fancy Face and Coach Thick Thighs forever.
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024
KL
I did enjoy it
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2024
Leticia (jerseygirlsbookshelf)
Finding home.
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2024
@a_romance_a_day
Fancy Face and Coach Thick Thighs 4eva
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2024
@a_romance_a_day
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2024
the audiobook is PHENOMENAL! Teddy Hamilton perfectly captures West’s attitude and charisma and Savannah Peachwood is a forever favorite of mine. She’s the best Skylar. And the songs performed by Alyssa Brigiotta. Wow. I don’t have the words! Such an incredible experience for your ears! And heart. And soul.
The writing is incredible, as always with any Elsie Silver book, and the story is perfect. Not only is it a story about two people falling in love, but both West and Skylar have so much personal growth in the story as well. It’s such a well rounded book!
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