Book Review: The Simple Wild

Title: The Simple Wild

Author: K.A. Tucker

Genre: Romance

Publish Date: August 7, 2018

Hello all of my tears ... this book dehydrated me and now I need a large glass of water ;).

“That wanting someone to be something they’re not won’t make it happen.”

The Simple Wild has long been on my TBR, so I jumped at the chance to do a buddy read with my friend Jess. I am so happy I didn't wait on this story any longer because this is exactly the type of romance that I just love to read! (And who are we kidding, also cry over [I am who I am!].)

This is a story about Calla and her journey to reconnect with her father. The character bonds are what drew me into this story. First between Calla and her stepdad, Simon, then between Calla and her father Wren, and ultimately, between Calla and hot Alaskan Yeti pilot, Jonah.

I also loved how little trivial drama is in this story. I find that a lot of times the story line in romance includes contrived conflict, and I appreciated how Tucker didn't add that to The Simple Wild. Much like the title, this story is simple and straightforward, and as a reader of romance novels, I found that refreshing.

Romance works best for me when there is some sort of emotional element involved, and there definitely is in The Simple Wild. Additionally, the atmosphere of the book gave me all the feels. I felt like I could feel the cool, crisp Alaskan air on my face, smell Anges' home-cooking, and see the snow-capped mountains of the wild Alaskan frontier. As someone who doesn't even like to be cold, this book absolutely made me want to visit Alaska!!

Of course I am recommending this read to anyone who enjoys romance and stories of reconnection, or is thirsting for a bit of wanderlust in their life.