I am enjoying the Maple Hills crew. Icebreaker was a great start with steamy enemies to lovers troupe. Now with Wildfire, the steaminess is still there, but the bantering is more subdued. Aurora and Russ are a great mix of passionate and innocent. I like the camping environment and the found family aspect. I am looking forward to who's story Hannah Grace decides to share with her readers next.

Thank you for the advanced copy.

My love for the Maple Hill hockey team is next level. Like everyone else, I loved Icebreaker. So when I got a chance to read the next book early, I jumped at the chance.

Russ, oh sweet Russ. The boy who caused all the drama in Icebreaker by having the hockey rink gets damaged. My poor sweet Russ is back in Wildfire. This time he is off to a summer camp to be a counselor. Right before he is about to leave he has what he thought was a one night stand show up at the camp. Awkward right? Well Aurora and Russ have the summer to either ignore each other or work out what happened when Aurora left him that night. This will be an unforgettable summer for Aurora, Russ, and each of their families. I now present you, Wildfire.

I know I said how much I loved this series already, but guys you have no idea. I love these hockey players so much. Henry, Nate, JJ, Russ, and more. They are all so perfect. I would be so happy if each and everyone of them got their own book. But can Henry be the next book, please? I need that boy to have a happy ending!

Honestly, after reading Icebreaker, I was a tad hesitant to pick up this one solely based on the title. No hate to Icebreaker, but I just didn't personally vibe with it. But, as a former camp girlie, I knew I had to give Wildfire a second chance -- and I was so glad I did!

Wildfire, told in dual perspectives, is written with such compelling language that just drew me in from chapter one and I could hardly put the book down. That in itself was a bit different for me to how I read Icebreaker, sooooo sorry. But Wildfire has such fun, witty banter and good writing. Also, unlike Icebreaker, Wildfire is more plot-heavy than spice-heavy to me. I mean, don't get me wrong, there's still spice, but hello: it is a slow burn. It's cute, well-written, frothy and indulgent. Wildfire will surely have any camp girlie thinking it's not too late for one more year on site -- even if it's been years.

Content Warning: Gambling Addiction, Children of Divorce, Children of Addicts, Estranged Family

Hannah Grace did it again with another Maple Hills story. Wildfire is a fun story about two college students (Russ and Aurora) who spend the summer as camp counselors together. They both have complicated family situations and have trouble trusting others but they over come they and build a beautiful bond. I really enjoyed their chemistry and all of the supporting characters were great. It was also great seeing a bit of some of my favorite characters in the first book make an appearance.

What sets this book apart is the remarkable chemistry between Russ and Rory, who are truly meant for each other. Both characters carry the weight of their family issues, particularly those related to their fathers. The contrasting ways in which they cope with their problems are artfully portrayed, with Rory's directness and willingness to express her frustrations juxtaposed against Russ's tendency to bury his feelings behind self-erected walls. Yet, they find solace and support in each other, gradually unburdening themselves of their past and forging a deep connection. I wanted nothing more than to wrap these endearing characters in a warm embrace. They are refreshingly authentic, displaying vulnerability beneath their tough exteriors and demonstrating maturity in tackling their challenges while cautiously allowing their hearts to open, despite the risk of getting hurt.

Fantastic, fun and sweet with the right amount of spice ;) A perfect follow up to Icebreaker. I was surprised when I learned Russ would be the focus of this book….surprised but not disappointed. I found myself falling for him as swiftly as Aurora in this summer romance.

This was a cute story but definitely not for a public school a light airy read. Would have been good to know if anything worked out with her dad and if not what she felt about the situation after being in a relationship

I think this book is better than the first one in the series. Wildfire is a mix of a forbidden romance, rich girl poor boy romance, and a sports romance. Russ and Rory are two of my favorite book characters because of how opposite but right they are for each other. You take this closed off, broody, golden retriever vibes guy, and stick him with an outgoing, spunky and charismatic girl who both have similar problems but hide them in different ways. Even though they meet at college, Russ and Rory reconnect when they are both summer camp counselors at the same camp. Rory went to the camp growing up so she is very comfortable in the environment and it feels like her home. Russ is a brand new counselor who is just trying to get through the summer. The only problem is, it is against camp rules for counselors to fool around with one another. So the whole summer, Russ and Rory are trying to not get caught. This adds an excitement factor to the story. I like the connection that the characters have and how their problems are always because of miscommunication. I would recommend this book to anyone who like a lot of banter between characters.

Wildfire is the second in the Maple Hills series by Hannah Grace. It loosely references the characters from the first book, but the fact that you don’t have to have read Icebreaker (#1 in the series), is a tremendous plus. There is little to not fall in love with in this story.

Russ Callaghan and Aurora Roberts have what appears to be a one night stand, at Russ’ hockey house. Aurora sneaks out while Russ is in the bathroom, with the assumption that his intention was to hide long enough for her to escape. When the two find themselves as counselors for the same age group at a sleepaway camp for the summer, they try to keep their feelings at bay. What unfolds is a slow love story that is completely relatable as a summer romance. Both characters gradually open up about their troubled past and familial issues.

Grace paints a picture of a sleepaway camp experience that is completely unlike one I have read before, where boys and girls seem to share bunks with a rotation of counselors sleeping in the shared space. The setting is just a background, though, as the story between Russ and Aurora is woven. It made me yearn for my camp days and the feeling of safety in a home away from home.

Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a free, electronic ARC of this novel received in exchange for an honest review.

Hannah Grace's follow up to Icebreaker.

While Wildfire doesn't really take place in Maple Hills, it does follow Russ and Aurora. I enjoyed that Wildfire took place at a summer camp, Honey Acres, this isn't a setting that I've encountered often.

I loved that both Aurora and Russ appear pretty smitten with each other early on, and that they both work through their family issues together. There is no third act breakup in this book, which I also appreciate. If you're looking for spice, I'd say this book is nowhere near as spicy as Icebreaker, but that's just my opinion. Lastly, I really loved the epilogue on this one and how it gives the reader a solid ending.

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria books for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Wildfire was such a cute novel. The characters were intense and hard to not love. This book started out feeling like it was just another book written like all the others, but as the plot developed it seemed like it gained steam in its own direction. I spent all my free moments reading this to see what happens next and I just couldn’t put it down. The steamy scenes didn’t go over the top but developed the characters and didn’t distract from the plot. Now I’m wondering what else this new-to-me author has written.

Wildfire is a wonderful summer romance. The book has some great tropes like found family, forced proximity and forbidden romance. The setting of the summer camp is great. I love the main characters, who had so much chemistry, as well as the side characters. Just like the first book, Icebreaker, in this interconnected series, it has a great number of steamy scenes. I also really liked the epilogue.

I was so stoked when I got approved for this ARC!
I read Icebreaker just before this so I could really dive into the world of Maple Hills.

Having enjoyed its predecessor, I had really high expectations for Wildfire. Sadly, It didn’t really live up to that hype.

Russ & Aurora’s story was still very cute and entertaining, but I just enjoyed Icebreaker more.
I found Aurora to be a little whiny and annoying in some parts, and I was always looking forward to reading Russ’ chapters.

It’s no secret that Hannah Grace has a serious talent for writing romance. I throughly enjoy her witty and realistic characters and I especially loved the campy summer backdrop of this novel. I just didn’t really enjoy our main characters like I did when I read Icebreaker.

Wildfire feels incredibly rushed in some aspects and then also very slow in others. I found myself wanting to know a little more about certain situations. The story takes place over the span of an entire summer but feels like it’s only a couple weeks. It jumps around a little quick and i think that kind of misses its opportunity to build a little more tension and make for a more satisfying romantic story.

That said, I still enjoyed this book and I especially loved having some familiar characters from Icebreaker make cameos.

All in all. I think Hannah Grace is a really fun writer and I am eagerly looking forward to what more she has in store for us in the Maple Hills universe.

A huge thank you to the author, NetGalley, and Atria Books for allowing me early access in return for my review :)

This book is so great and I absolutely adored Russ and Aurora. 10/10 no notes. Please read it. And yes I'm biased but I'm also right!

Thank you to Atria Books for this digital ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

For once, the TikTok sensation got it right when the algorithm brought me to Icebreaker. I', so glad I found my way back to this second installment.

I read Icebreaker before this and loved it. I was kind of hoping the sequel would be Henry's story but I'm not mad about Russ getting the spotlight. I honestly love the characters Hannah brings to life. She has such a gift of giving us these lovable characters with depth. I love the found family she creates and it makes me feel like I would want to be friends with these fictional people! But the friendships she creates feels so genuine.

Russ and Rory seem like they were meant for each other. We get to watch them both process their dysfunctional families and their insecurities and learn to confide in each other and support one another through it. I enjoyed watching their growth.

I hope Hannah continues this series! I'm waiting for Henry to get his moment in the spotlight!

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I absolutely LOVED this book. In my Icebreaker review I mentioned that I’m not a huge smut just for there to be smut but this book definitely has some spicy scenes but they make sense.
 
After having a one night stand Russ and Aurora (Rory) end up being coaches at Honey Acres Summer Camp and end up in the same counselor group. The chemistry between the two is undeniable but of course Honey Acres has a no fraternization policy. Now they’re forced to navigate the awkwardness of how to move forward.
Things I loved:
Russ + Aurora’s chemistry/connection
Forced Proximity
Summer Vibes
The fact that Hannah Grace is NOT afraid to include tough topics such as TW: addiction, alcoholism, father issues, other family issues.
 
Things I didn’t enjoy:
There def was some filler portions that could have been left out.
I missed the conversations/group texts from the Puck Bunnies
 
Overall, highly recommend.

Spice: 4 🌶️
Rating: 4.5 ⭐️

THIS. WAS. SO. CUTE! Full disclaimer, I've never read Hannah Grace before. I'm #77 in line for Icebreakers at the library, so I thought I'd jump on this ARC while I could. Holy heck was I glad I did. This book was so stinkin cute and the spice was on point (it helps that they were already getting into it by chapter 5).

Sweet and spice aside, the character development on this was adorable. I was 10000% routing for Rory and Russ, and their tension was so well done. While they had issues together, they also had their own that as their relationship grew they would open up more.

My only issue with the story of this book, is that the tail end was about 4 chapters too long. It could have ended nicely, but I felt like the last few chapters kinda ruined the momentum - sure they tied up loose ends, but it got very serious and a little depressing. The epilogue was perfect though, so that kinda made up for it.

Another thing I will post here, but not in socials reviews: please please please do a thorough read through before publishing. There were MANY cases of the wrong their/there/they're, woman/women, your/you're. Obviously I know this is an ARC and minor issues like this are to be expected, but at times this took away a little from events as it stuck out.

Thank you so much for the ARC - a new favourite I think!

This was such a fun, perfect end of Summer read. Aurora and Russ are adorable and both dealing with fathers who leave much to be desired. They spend a summer working as camp counselors and try to stay apart, but obviously that doesn't work. I enjoyed seeing glimpses of the characters from Icebreaker and I think I honestly liked this one more than Icebreaker. The plot seemed more plausible, the characters were flawed, yet approachable, and the romance was so cute (and spicy). I enjoyed this one and will definitely keep up with this series.

I LOVED THIS! I devoured this book in one single day - it was that amazing. I loved Icebreaker and the second novel in the series did not disappoint.

I was thrown off a bit with chapter one. There were too many references to characters and relationships I didn't remember from the first book. So I was a little worried after the first chapter. But from the second chapter on, it was pure beauty and bliss.

Rory and Russ were totally relatable characters, and the side characters (PLEASE GIVE US A BOOK WITH XANDER!!!!!!!) were just so lovely. It made me want to go to summer camp and be a camp counselor and live a beautiful love story like these two.

Gosh darnit Hannah Grace - please don't ever stop writing these books!!

I’ve been waiting for Russ’ book since I read Icebreaker! There’s something about a quiet man that’s seen some shit that I’m just drawn to, ya know?

This is a college romance and they’re on summer break working at a summer camp after a hook up at a party. We love forced proximity! And get this- there’s a no fraternization rule at the summer camp. 🤫

Hannah Grace you know how to write the most wonderful characters who are real and raw. This book made me laugh and made me feel all the feels!!

Spice: 3 🌶️
Rating: 4 ⭐️