If you're looking for the perfect grumpy/sunshine when the FMC is the grumpy this is for you! This was the first book I read in the Chestnut Spring series, and I would say it could be read as a stand alone (might give away the ending of some of the previous books). Winter, the walking definition of Daddy issues, is running away from her POS husband and decides to reach out to her estranged sister, where she meets Theo the Bull rider playboy.

"What's happening is miss independent met the treat her like a princess guy, and she's freaking out"
" You were what I've always needed and never had"

Chestnut Springs never disappoints! I love a "secret" baby trope. I use quotations because Winter tries to tell Theo, but well...you gotta read it! I was unsure if I would enjoy this one, but it ended up being one of my faves!

not my favorite of the series but I like seeing Winter become more human from her sisters book

But the accidental pregnancy trope is annoying and this series already has Willa pregnant so thats enough for me

This was really good! Fast-paced and emotional with lots of chemistry. Elsie Silver writes with lots of tension without making things overly dramatic.

I read this as a standalone, which worked out completely fine. I'm looking forward to reading the other titles in the series!

Thank you to NetGally & the publisher for providing an eARC for review.

Winter is on the cusp of escaping an awful marriage. While attempting to reconnect with her younger sister, she meets Theo - a bull rider with a devilish streak and a great sense of humor. Before they know it, one thing leads to another, and they spend a night together. When Winter finds out she's pregnant, she tries to get in touch, but she believes Theo has left her on her own. A year later, Theo rides back into town and is shocked to discover that little Vivi has arrived. Winter and Theo take on co-parenting, but can't ignore that the sparks are flying. Will these two let a surprise pregnancy bring them back together - for good?

Fourth in a series, but can definitely be read as a standalone. The story is well crafted, the characters are compelling, and the romance scenes are spicy. This will definitely be a favorite for contemporary romance readers!

I really enjoyed this book. Elsie Silver has a way of making you so invested in these characters lives’.

I LOVE a good small town romance. Everyone is in the know, full of busybodies. This books takes that and turns it into a secretive romance that will make you blush!

*spoilers!*
I’m not usually a fan of the secret baby trope, I find the miscommunication to be overdone and could easily have been fixed with a conversation. But I didn’t have that issue here, it truly seemed like a genuine miscommunication that they were able to work through well.

THEO "WATCH YOUR FUCKING MOUTH WHEN YOU'RE TALKING TO THE MOTHER OF MY CHILDREN" SILVA oh this is just everything you want from a romance!!! a man who puts in the effort, silly, goofy, over protective all the while seeing the heroine for who she truly is and loving her for it!!! AGH such a good series!

spicy and sweet! author never fails to disappoint with a romance full of angst, feels, and heartbreak

Ughhhh Theo Silva was so swoon worthy this whole book even when he messed up,because knew immediately he did so. Also the way he loved his mom, Winter, and Vivi just class! Glad to see more to Winter this book and she really is a remarkable woman!! Normally surprise kid isn't my jam but this one I'll read all day and I did!

God I hate accidental pregnancy tropes. It was moving so fast anyway and then BAM! Pregnant! Just not my cup of tea I fear.

I’ve been hearing the name “Theo Silva” on bookish social media for so long. I was excited to dive into this book and see what all the fuss was about. Yes, Theo is great. Unfortunately, the unplanned pregnancy trope is not for me. I’m not saying it wasn’t written well, but it’s a trope I don’t enjoy. But I’ll be kind with my rating because I know that’s a me problem.

Winter's book! I've been waiting to read this book ever since I read about her in Flawless - I wanted her redemption arc, and I wanted to see her get a hea, coz she went through almost the same traumatic past as Summer in Flawless.
And this book DELIVERED.

Theo and Winter were a delight to read, their banter was so engaging, and every scene with their kid was so frickin cute. I also loved seeing their individual character growths, this book was perfect 🥲

Also! This book finally shows Winter and Summer sister bonding (the sister in me is crying happy tears), AND them both taking the steps to get justice wrt what a certain ex did to them (Flawless has the whole sad story 💔). It was wholesome af.

-- ty to the author the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy!

Loveddd this book probably my favorite one so far in the series. THEO FREAKING SILVA ugh what a guy🩷 honestly him and Winter are perfect for each other and there relationship was written out beautifully in this book. This book has:
- dual provs
- grumpy/ sunshine
- pregnancy trope
I know people can get weird about pregnancies in books but I loved it. Winter has a lot of family issues and feel isolated a lot and I really resonated with her story and though Elsie did a great job of explaining it. Highly recommend this book.

Yee haw, Elsie Silver has become one of my favorite authors! Winter and Theo’s relationship is quite literally everything. I am still blown away by this series!

The 4th book in the Chestnut Springs series by Elsie Silver features smoking hot bull rider Theo Silva and whip-smart badass doctor, Winter Hamilton. I normally am not a fan of secret baby romance, but this one worked for me on so many levels. I loved the way Silver brought in characters from the previous 3 books, as well alluded a bit to the start of the 5th and final book in the series. This one has so many heartwarming moments and all the spice as well.

Yee Haw, this definitely put me back to my cowboy romance era. Full disclaimer, I have been reading this series out of order, but it doesn't matter, I love it so much.

Winter being frigid is so ironic, but I loved her past story. I have yet to read Summer's book, but I'm sure it is just as great

The miscommunication that happens early in this book threw me, and I'm glad it got cleared up quickly. I think some people would have really dug in and held on, making it more unrealistic or annoying. It was a nice balance, which I think is hard to find in this trope.

Chestnut Springs has my heart and I cannot wait to continue the adventure with this town, and the intertwining stories that come out. If you are a cowboy romance reader, or think you might be, this is for you.

Thanks @netgalley for this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.
This book was great! I can't wait to read more from this author.

thank you to netgalley for the advanced reading copy. I really enjoyed this and will be getting copies for my shop.

Thank you NetGalley, Elsie Silver, and Source Bloom Books for this e-ARC in exchange for my honest opinion and review!

I LOVE the whole Chestnut Springs series - and could not get enough of Theo and Winter's story!!!!!

Winter's redemption ARC was everything I needed it to be. I DEVOURED this one, and was so sad it ended. I love that Winter went from the villain of the story, to a woman we desperately wanted to find her found family moment.

While the story takes place in our beloved Chestnut Springs, Winter and Theo find themselves as next door neighbors. When their past and present collides... these two find themselves in a unique situation of finding themselves, falling in love, and learning to let go and move on from the past. It was an extremely wholesome read, that will find readers everywhere wishing for their own cowboys. IYKYK.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5

Did I ignore my family so I could finish this book in one day? Why yes I did! And I’m not ashamed! This book was incredible!!!

Winter is a doctor who is in the middle of a divorce, and is also trying to rebuild her relationship with her sister. Theo is a professional bull rider on his way to winning major titles, and a notorious ladies man. He doesn’t need a distraction. When Winter & Theo meet, they have undeniable chemistry.

I am one of the rare ones that loves the unexpected pregnancy trope. So I was here for it! Winter was written as such a strong character and you couldn’t help but fall in love with her and Theo.

There has never been an Elsie Silver book that I haven’t loved! Her books are so magical and I’m always upset when I’m finished reading them. I will forever be in love with her books, but this series especially!

📘: Reckless by Elsie Silver
🗓️: December 5, 2023

Thank you to NetGalley, Elsie Silver, and Sourcebook Bloom Books for this ARC!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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