I adored this book! I loved the premise, description. It was so well written and unique. I loved Piper and related to her so much. This is a beautiful romance but also a love letter to all the strong women in the world like Piper to follow what they want, not what was planned for them!

This was such a great debut for Annie McQuaid!
The characters a fresh and relatable and there’s nothing like a good plane crash to get the drama going! It was an enjoyable read and I’d highly recommend it!

Thank you to Avon/Harper Voyager and NetGalley for providing this ARC!

Read in one sitting! What an enjoyable beach adventure. Piper and Wyatt have years of silence between them and find themselves in a very scary, yet somehow stable situation as they crash land on a deserted island in the Caribbean. Am I a sucker for deserted island romance? Oh 100%! I loved how they had various connections from their past, loose threads between them that are very carefully woven together as they attempt to work through their current crisis. It's a second chance romance, which usually requires so much excavation and unpleasantness, but this island atmosphere and Wyatt's sincere dedication to keeping her safe really set the story apart. I loved how Piper had some career and life complications that she had to work through during this adventure and how Wyatt helped her to come to important realizations about what she really wanted.

There is tension and emotional moments, a hint of spice, and Survivor-esque ingenuity throughout this romance. I adored it. Excited to read more from this debut author.

Special thanks to Avon/Harper Voyager and NetGalley for providing this ARC.

I don't mind suspending belief for the sake of a good story, but this was too big of an ask. Two stars because I did finish it (although I skimmed a bit towards the end), and I really did enjoy the teenage timeline.

A light adventure that with just enough drama to keep me reading. I liked the before and now portions and the characters were great.

What a wonderful debut from author Annie McQuaid! I was instantly drawn to this cover because it gives major LOST vibes and I loved that show.

Wyatt and Piper are estranged high school sweethearts headed to a mutual friend's wedding. In a series of unfortunate events they end up together on a private plane that crashes on a secluded island. The two are not only forced to work together to stay alive, but they are forced to confront their pasts.

I absolutely loved both Wyatt and Piper. Both are facing their own sets of struggles but their imperfections made them feel more real despite an otherwise unrealistic scenario. The story is told in two timelines. One follows their past as high school sweethearts and the other is present day. I am a sucker for revisiting high school romances and theirs was so sweet! The prom scene is was one of my favorite scenes in the book.

This book comes out in April and it is going to be the perfect light hearted spring and/or summer read. The characters are super lovable, the second chance romance is sweet, and the chemistry will make your heart flutter without getting overly spicy. Congratulations on your debut, Annie!

I loved every second of this book and am quite sad that it is over. It was such a unique approach to the forced proximity trope, delivering the irritation and awkwardness of the genre but with the grounding and severity of a survival story. I loved the dynamic between the Piper and Wyatt and watching them work through such an unfathomable situation. That being said, I appreciated that the author kept it quite light-- all things considered. There is tension and high stakes, but I did not feel unnecessarily bogged down or fearful. The story was truly able to focus on their story together as both former friends and childhood sweethearts, and now grown adults who still know every idiosyncrasy of the other. The characters' voices also helped keep the tone lively and the plot fast-paced. Piper was super quick-witted and a wonderful protagonist, and Wyatt was just a lovely fictional man from the first moment he strode on page. Their chemistry was palpable, and their story so captivating.

Crash Landing reminded me exactly why friends to lovers is my favorite trope. It encapsulated that sweetness, vulnerability, and intimacy that comes from falling for someone day by day without even knowing it until you are so fully and completely wrapped up in them you don't even know who you were before them. The dynamic between Wyatt and Piper in the current timeline was full of those moments where you see just how strong their connection was and how deeply they still know and love one another. There was such a sweetness and a tenderness in their connection, and it was so beautifully done. The other half of their story ("then") was equally as lovely, and it was so full of heart and care in all the ways a first love should be. It was tender and sweet and wholly precious, and when woven together with the current day moments, it created such a rich love story.

Each character went through a nice emotional arc, Piper especially, and they were relatable and compelling. I found myself rooting so hard for them both as a couple and as individuals.

This book was such a standout for me, and I loved every moment. Thank you to NetGalley and Avon and Harper Voyager for this amazing ARC!

*Crash Landing* by Anna McQuaid is a heartwarming and adventurous second-chance romance that takes readers on a journey of love, survival, and rediscovery. Told through dual timelines—past and present—the story captures the tension, heartbreak, and chemistry between Piper and Wyatt, two former lovers who find themselves stranded together on a deserted island after their plane crashes during a storm.

Piper, a people-pleaser still reeling from her breakup with Wyatt eight years ago, is thrust into an intense situation where she must rely on the man who broke her heart. Wyatt, now a kind and resourceful ex-military man, is the perfect mix of capable and swoon-worthy, making their survival story not only believable but also incredibly engaging. The dynamic between the two is electric, and their unresolved feelings simmer just beneath the surface as they navigate the challenges of their isolation.

The dual timeline is executed beautifully, weaving their current predicament with glimpses of their shared history. It allows readers to slowly uncover the deep, raw connection they once shared and the reasons behind their breakup. The tension is palpable, and the stranded island setting only heightens their emotions, forcing them to confront the past and reevaluate their feelings.

The book thrives on beloved romance tropes—second chances, friends-to-lovers, enemies-to-lovers, and forced proximity—and balances them expertly. The combination of these tropes makes the story feel fresh and exciting, while also delivering the emotional depth that romance fans crave. The island scenes, with their intensity and moments of vulnerability, are particularly gripping and make you wonder if being stranded on a deserted island might not be so bad—at least if you have someone like Wyatt by your side!

That said, some conflicts in the story feel resolved a little too quickly, which slightly lessens the impact of the tension built up earlier. However, the chemistry between Piper and Wyatt, the unique setting, and the engaging writing more than make up for it. Their journey is satisfying, and the sweet, heartwarming ending leaves you smiling.

*Crash Landing* is perfect for fans of emotional, trope-packed romances with a touch of adventure. Anna McQuaid has delivered a delightful, fast-paced love story with great characters, a vivid setting, and all the feels. It’s a quick, enjoyable read that will leave you eager to see what McQuaid writes next.

Crash Landing is a quick, easy second chance romance told in past and present timelines. We meet Piper, a people pleasing woman who hasn't quite been the same since her breakup 8 years ago with Wyatt. The two get stranded after their plane to the Bahamas goes down during a storm. Luckily, Wyatt is handsome, kind, and ex military. This book had me jealous of people who get stranded on deserted islands. I enjoyed their chemistry, the setting, and use of dual timelines.

However I didn't like that the conflicts seemed to be resolved just a little too quickly. All in all, I am very pleasantly surprised I thoroughly enjoyed this read and I look forward to the books Annie McQuaid will release in the future.

Spice level: 1 out of 5 chili peppers

Your cute typical rom-com. It's exactly what you want in a rom-com and there were some really great one-liners! I swear romance books have ruined me for dating in the real world.

I loved this book. The characters were so sweet, and them being stranded on an island was a fresh and entertaining plot line. I loved the writing style and enjoyed the romance between Wyatt and Piper in both timelines.

Oh my gosh, so cute!! I loved the setup of this story, The flashbacks really added to their relationship. It was a good mix of drama and romance. Loved the ending. Will definitely be on the lookout for more by this author in the future!

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publishers for a copy of this ARC.

This is a second chance romance about Piper who is trying to make it to her best friend's wedding. While she is at the airport she runs into Wyatt who is her ex and the cousin to her best friend. Their flight gets canceled and Wyatt says that he can fly them to where they need to be. Not a problem until their plane crashes before they can reach their destination and now they are stranded on an island. With little food and water there isn't much they can do but sit and wait for help. It would be easier if Wyatt hadn't ripped her heart out of her chest all those years ago.

Wyatt's childhood was not the best. His mom was an alcoholic and his dad had died at war. Piper's parents didn't think he was good enough. Years later he still wants Piper and that is why he decides to go to this wedding. He did not plan for a storm to knock their plane out of the sky and drop them on an island in the middle of nowhere.

This book takes you to the past on how they fell in love as well as the troubles they go through trying to survive on the island. I loved this book because I got to read about them falling in love all over again. You get to see the growth in Wyatt on what he feels he has to do to deserve her. You see Piper stand up to her parents. I loved when she finally told her mom that it was her life and she needed to make the mistakes.

I am now going to list some of my favorite quotes. These are just a few. I have many more.

"Lucky for me there's a chance I could get you back." -Wyatt

"You're the only girl I care about." -Wyatt

"Even when we were apart, I never stopped thinking about you. You were always with me." - Wyatt

"You are my everything." -Wyatt

"When are you going to get it through your head, you don't have to go through everything alone. I'm here." - Piper

"We saved each other." - Piper

Crash Landing by Annie McQuaid was a cute rom-com. Easy to read, enjoyable, and not too serious - I read it quickly, in one sitting.

This second-chance romance was very enthralling at the start, but fell a bit short as I read on. This was due to the dual timeline which I felt took away from the present and left me struggling to connect with the characters on a deep level. I overall love the concept of this book and how they are placed on a stranded island and must depend on each other- therefore bringing them close together again and mending what was broken in the past. The ending had me fretting as Wyatt's condition worsened- but I was delighted for them to have their happy ending.

I truly hoped to enjoy this book. The title and description seemed appealing, yet it fell very short for me. The writing did not keep my attention at all.

Piper is tired of medical school and being the perfect daughter for her rather controlling parents and cannot wait to get away to the Bahamas for her best friend Allie's wedding. However, when her flight gets delayed, Allie presents Piper with the possibility of flying with on a private plane with Allie's cousin, also know as Piper's ex best friend and ex boyfriend. Piper decides she can't miss Allie's wedding and gets on the plane with Wyatt.
However, when they hit an unexpected storm and crash land on a random island, will they be able to put their feelings aside and work together - or even better yet start to remember why they fell in love in the first place?!
Im a sucker for second chance romances, so I was so excited to get my hands on this. Honestly, I can't say I read many plane crash books so this story was very different than pretty much any other book l've read. I really enjoyed the chemistry between Piper and Wyatt as well as the complications of their pasts that have bought them to where they are today. I read through this so quickly and genuinely enjoyed the whole story.
When you have the chance you have to get your hands on it!!

Crash Landing is a cute second chance romance that had me questioning their miscommunication all throughout.

Piper and Wyatt are childhood best friends who shared a tree house together. Without much notice, he left her years ago and she hasn't seen, or even group chatted, with him since. Until he shows up at the airport to fly to her best friend's wedding on the same flight that has been canceled. Knowing how much the wedding means to her, Wyatt offers her a flight to there on his little plane. The plane that he crashes into the Caribbean, leaving him and Piper stranded for the time being. But maybe this "crash landing" is just what they need to rekindle their friendship and seek to fix what happened in the past.

I adored the premise for Crash Landing and was curious how the plot would pan out, especially to figure out why Wyatt did what he did. While I surface level cared for these characters, I didn't find myself making an emotional connection and found that sometimes the "then and now" timelines left me tripping to pick up the pieces. Readers who want something that is "hmm would that really happen" vibes may enjoy this one but be warned, it does deal with some serious topics.

Gosh I am the biggest sucker for the second chance troupe — and it even has friends to lovers…and then lovers to a one-sided enemies to lovers…and forced proximity!! What could be better?

Although I do get frustrated at miscommunications and breakups for NO REASON, this book did everything so right and I enjoyed reading every word! The being stranded on an island was so intense and Piper and Wyatt having such a raw and dramatic backstory made things so much tenser! Great book, cute ending, lovely characters<3

The gorgeous cover is what drew me to this book. I love the setting and the forced proximity. I'm not the biggest fan of the dual timeline and the second chance trope. The care taking in this book was so sweet. At some point I thought the pacing was a bit slow.