Title: From No Where
Author: Jewel E. Ann
Hero/Heroine: Ozzy & Maren
What to Expect: Single Dad, Mechanic MMC, Air Tanker Pilot FMC, Widower MMC,

tw/cw: death of a spouse, death of a sibling, mention of car crash and injuries sustained, mention of plane crash, mention of therapy,

After read No Air, I knew that Maren would be an incredible heroine, and I wasn’t wrong. Badass air tanker pilot and all round good person, there wasn’t one thing that I disliked about her. Hers and Ozzy’s meet cute definitely wasn’t romantic, yet it was perfect for them.

There wasn’t any part of this book that I didn’t enjoy (Ozzy’s mother in law annoyed me for most of the book, yet she managed to redeem herself). The relationship Ozzy had with his daughter Lola was so sweet, I loved how they rode their bikes everywhere (for a very sweet yet heartbreaking reason). Throw these two and Maren together, and you have the perfect combination. Their connection was so wonderful and heartwarming, it put the biggest smile on my face. Though it wasn’t all plain sailing throughout the book, the way in which Ozzy and Maren handled things together was amazing, not an ounce of miscommunication in sight.

Thank you to the author and @valentine_pr_ for providing me with a copy of this to read. This is my honest review.

✨overall thoughts: yet another incredible book from one of my favourites
✨ 3rd act break up: no
✨ heat level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
✨ star rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This series is captivating me. I am loving the journey the Wildfire series has been taking me on. Even though I read this book months ago, I frequently think about Maren and Ozzy, and his daughter Lola. I loved this story, the stolen moments, the love and friendship, the caring and support. I loved seeing the other characters from From Air. Maren had a lot of patience when it came to the trauma that Ozzy and Lola had faced. This was angsty and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen with these two.

From Nowhere is the 2nd book in the Wildfire series and was an enjoyable read I couldn't put down. It was an emotional tale that dealt with some hard topics and it will give you all the feels. It's a story about grief, healing and moving forward, taking a chance on love again.

The story follows Ozzy,a single dad who lost his wife in a car accident and is taking care of his daughter whom he almost lost in the accident too and Maren the neighbor and friend of the couple from book 1.

Ozzy and Maren were absolutely perfect together and from the moment they met I loved the ease of their interactions. Their struggles and growth throughout the book was well-written and relatable.

Ozzy's love for his daughter Lola, was swoony and even though it was difficult to have a relationship, I loved that he was willing to try with Maren and I loved her patience and understanding.

Apart from the emotional moments, the story also gave us angst, romance and humor and I ate it all up. This was another fantastic tale from this author and a great addition to the series. I loved it and would recommend it to romance lovers.

*𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: ♾️ / 5.0 ⭐
*𝐒𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥: 3.5 🌶️

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From the moment I saw this book, I wanted to read it. After binging on over 4 Jewel E. Ann books in the month of January alone, she has become one of my Must-read authors. I knew that I would fall in love with any and everything she released, and I could not wait to get my hands on 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞.

Once I received my ARC copy of 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞, I devoured it in just one day! Yes, it was that good! It is so hard to describe this book because I felt so many things while reading it but what I felt most of all was happiness. Don’t get more wrong, this book covers some serious topics but the way the author does it, it does not bog you down. While reading, I laughed and smiled so much that my husband asked me if I was ok and why I was smiling so much.

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 is a cute, sweet and happy love story. In it we see how the universe brings two people together that from the outside look like they have nothing in common but once the walls are torn down and the truths are revealed, it is shown that they were created for one another. Maren Bernabe is a tanker pilot working in small town Missoula. Ozzy Laster is a widower raising his young daughter as a single father. After an unfortunate accident that changed both his and his daughter Lola’s life forever, Ozzy is content with living life solely for his daughter. Though he would love to find love again, he doesn’t think he deserves it and who would date him anyway, Ozzy does not even drive a car, choosing to forgo a vehicle in leu of riding a bike as he helps his daughter deal with the emotional trauma from the car accident. So, when he meets Maren (which was the FUNNIEST scene ever), Ozzy now has to decide if he will continue to live the remainder of his life in guilt or if he will take a second swing at love.

There are so many things I could say about 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 but honestly, this is a book that you just have to read to understand why I loved it so much. This book was so unpredictable and fun to read. The pacing was perfect. Though over 300 pages, things happen at such a great pace that you don’t even realize how fast you are getting through the book until you find yourself at the end. It was an absolute page turner for me and at the end…I wanted more. You will definitely fall in love with the characters. Lola has got to be the cutest and smartest little girl ever. She had me laughing up a storm throughout the book! And Maren, my goodness! She was such a strong female character, and I LOVED how she did not mind taking the lead when necessary. Ozzy was a gem of a man! Sexy, an excellent dad, a hard worker, and he knew how to put it down in the bedroom! These two created fireworks when they got together and this one was STEAMY!!

Listen, I LOVEDDDDDD this book and I know for sure I will be reading it again in the future because I enjoyed it so much the first time. Run…don’t walk and get your copy of 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐍𝐨𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞, you will NOT be disappointed. 10/10 I most certainly recommend!


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Widower
Firefighter (Air Tanker Pilot) FMC x Mechanic MMC
Cinnamon Roll MMC
Workplace Romance
Small Town
Single Dad
Secret Romance / Forbidden Love
Love After Loss

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“You’re a beautiful mess.”
“No man has given me flowers or butterflies—until now.”
“I need you to stop judging me for how I’m navigating this journey that you have never taken.”
“How is it possible to want to soar and feel grounded?”
“You’re killing me, Ozzy.” “How So?” “You’re a slow burn.”

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* 𝑶𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 & 𝑺𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑳𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒐𝒏 𝒂 5.0 𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒆

This book was fun, emotional and everything in between! She's a tanker pilot with a huge heart. He's a single dad who is completely devoted to his daughter. The loss of his wife has completely changed his world and made it kind of difficult for him to date anyone. But with a hilarious meet-cute, Maren and Ozzy share an instant connection.

What did I love about this book? Everything. The sneaking around. The smirks and smiles. The flowers. The teasing. The anticipation of seeing each other. They tried to make the most of each stolen moment but my gosh was it almost impossible at times for them to be alone! I'm smiling right now just thinking about it haha.

Sometimes everything seemed so natural and easy between Maren and Ozzy. But other times it was complicated. Very complicated. With so many layers to this story, it created angst, conflict yet at its core an achingly meant to be love story. I truly felt every moment of Maren and Ozzy falling in love with each other.

Single dad romance fans will eat this one up. Not just because of Ozzy, but because of Maren too. The relationship between Maren and Ozzy's daughter was so sweet and special. There were two scenes in particular that made me tear up.

Gah! Ozzy is just so sweet and awkward and caring—unsure about how to navigate being a widower, a single parent living with his in-laws, and a man who is excited to explore a relationship with Maren. And Maren is so strong but she also is nervous and giddy with Ozzy. It’s just another perfect installment of the series. It has all the heart, heat, witty banter, and just two imperfect people trying to figure out a way to make their spark burn and last forever.

This was my first book by Jewel E. Ann, and I absolutely loved it. If you're into small-town romance, single dads, and second chances, then this book is chef’s kiss—it has everything you need.

Since this is the second book in the Wildfire series, I did feel like I was missing a bit of background from the first book, but honestly, it didn’t take away from the experience. You can totally read this as a standalone without any issues.

The emotional depth of this book really stood out to me. It explores grief, love, and healing in such a raw and real way. Maren was incredible—patient, understanding, and giving Ozzy and Lola the time they needed to heal. Maybe too patient at times (realistically, I don’t know if anyone is that selfless), but I was rooting for her the whole time. There’s one particular moment (not going to spoil it!) where Ozzy really broke her heart, and I felt it.

Now, I have to admit, I’m not a big fan of kids in books because they often don’t talk or act their age, and that was the case with Lola too. She was a little too wise beyond her years, which took me out of the story sometimes. And don’t even get me started on Tia—Ozzy’s late wife’s mother. I get that she’s grieving, but some of the things she said to Ozzy? Way out of line. I really wished Ozzy had stood up for himself more instead of just taking it.

On a lighter note, I loved the romance. It had me giggling and kicking my feet during the sweet and swoony moments. And the cover? I could totally imagine those two as Maren and Ozzy—it fit the vibe of the book so well!

Despite a few minor annoyances, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and flew through it. Jewel E. Ann’s writing is beautiful, emotional, and addictive, and I’ll definitely be checking out more of her books.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Montlake for a digital copy in exchange for my honest review.

✨️ARC Review✨️

5⭐️
1.5🌶

I LOVED these characters. They were a little quirky, but that's what makes them so special. There were awkward, laughable moments, emotional moments, sweet moments, and frustrating moments all tied into one amazing story.

Jewel E Ann's writing always has this way of making sucking me in and never wanting to book a book down, and this was one of those instances. Get ready for another emotional roller coaster and get your tissues ready.

I couldn't imagine how difficult it is to manage life after losing someone you loved and how to move forward with someone new and nagaivate that, especially with children. But also being the one who falls in love with the who lost.

Lola cracked me up! She is so smart for her age, and you could just tell she loves her dad so much.

Also Tia can eat a bag of nails 😝 I don't understand why she felt she had the right to control his life because he was married to her daughter but I wanted to smack her and HIM for not putting her in her place!

Read this if you enjoy:
💗 Single Dad
💗 Widow/ Love After Loss
💗 Small town
💗 Hilarious "Meet Cute"
💗 Air Tanker Pilot x Aircraft Mechanic
💗 Tragic Past

*Thank you, Jewel E Ann & Valentine PR, providing me an ARC for my honest review*

Where do I start with this one?! First, this is my first read from this author and it definitely won’t be my last. She has been on my radar for some time now and am kicking myself for not reading her sooner. This is a book I didn’t know I needed in my life! I was sucked in and I couldn’t put it down. I went in completely blind…I’m glad I did! I probably would’ve told myself that I wasn’t in the mood for a very emotional read so I would have gone in with a let’s just get it done mentality. I felt so much while reading this one. During parts your heart will break for these characters, but it will be mended! I was so thankful for the humor that was in this book as well! I had a few laugh out loud moments! I’m left feeling happy for the characters but sad for me because the book is over! I got super attached to them and wasn’t ready to say goodbye! I could go on and on! I will leave it at mark this one down as a must read!

Received an arc for a honest review.

I will not be giving feedback for this book. I did not enjoy the storyline. I've typically loved other books by this author which ke why I chose to arc read. However, I did not read book 1 to this series and don't know if that contributed to
My overall experience.

Thank you for the opportunity to arc read this one

Y’all know by now my heart beats for Jewel E. Ann books- and this Wildfire series is truly some of her best! No one seems to puncture my heart and pummel it with such finesse as Jewel- but she always heals it in the most breathtaking way, like I’m breathing new air, new energy, feeling in a way I haven’ before. Emotionally immersive, effortlessly raw, and deeply uplifting, From Nowhere is truly a story of healing in life’s dichotomies. Jewel delivers a narrative that somehow pairs the most bonegriping angst with such pure joy and light, heartache with hope, loss with love. I reveled in every emotion-drenched moment, madly in love with not just this couple but their journey.

A man who has faced unthinkable tragedy, barely hanging on by a thread. His daughter broken by the loss of her mother- and the lingering trauma of the tragedy. And the vivacious and brave pilot that tests all his boundaries- but also makes his heart beat again…but her dangerous job, a fragile daughter, and disapproving in laws all put their connection at risk. And a secret romance is born- it’s all a recipe for delicious angst, of the epic JEA variety.

Like always, this story is RIFE with heavy emotions and heat-string wrestling (cause JEA does more than “pull” LOL)- but there’s also this great juxtaposition of lightness and fun. Ozzy and Maren have such great chemistry. Their dry humor, their banter, their sneaking around antics- it’s lively, it’s playful, it’s joyful and fun. And it’s the beautiful light and sunshine in the adversity - the tragedy, the heartbreak, the non-linear healing. Because that’s really what their love is about- taking a risk on love, just being IN the big ole messy journey and business of living. Embracing life’s transience and fragility as an opportunity to grab every moment instead of fearing it and watching everything you're scared to lose pass you by. It's beautiful and resonant and most of all optimistic. A poignant reminder that our dark moments don’t define us….if anything, what defines us is how we have the courage to keep living through them. Another JEM of a feel-it-all story from queen Jewel E Ann.

Tropes:
-Single Dad
-Fire Fighting Air Tanker Pilot x Aviation Mechanic
-Secret Romance/Forbidden
-workplace romance
-Tragic Past/ Trauma
-Grief/Loss
-Cinnamon Roll hero
-He falls first
-Classic JEA angst
-banter
-Slow burn
-small town

Many thanks to Valentine PR, NetGalley, and the author for this arc.

It has been an absolute joy reading the Wildfire series and they somehow keep getting better. Maren and Ozzy were so incredibly realistic and it both broke and healed me reading their story. This is so much more than a romance, it really is an exploration of grief and how it effects people differently. They have been through so much, yet continue to find love and beauty in life. Lola especially tugged on my heartstrings and it was beautiful to read her growth. This family will hold a special place in my heart for a long time coming.

The writing was just as perfect as the first book and I loved the Fitz and Jamie cameos. Maren and Ozzy were total softies and I just wanted to put them in a bubble to make sure nothing happened to them again. Did I know what the conflict would be? Yes. Did it still hurt just the same? Also yes. I can't recommend this series enough and I cannot wait to read Will's story.

From Nowhere is the second novel in Jewel E. Ann’s Wildfire series, full of humor and heartfelt moments! The story made me laugh, but it also tugged at my heartstrings, especially when it came to Lola, the daughter of the main character, Ozzy. This girl is adorable, and her relationship with her father is something special. I felt sorry for Ozzy; he had a difficult life until he met Maren.

"I love you, even if it scares me to death. The only thing that scares me more is trying not to love you."❤️‍🩹

I was thrilled to see familiar characters from the previous book, and of course, I'm looking forward to Will's story! Hope he'll end up with the doctor eventually🤞

𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬:
✓ single dad
✓ secret romance
✓ pilot / mechanic
✓ tragic past
✓ small town

Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

This was quite possibly one of the most romantic books I’ve ever read. Jewel E Ann is a freaking incredible storyteller that has the ability to make me laugh out loud, cry happy tears and sad tears and put my heart back together again by the end. Ozzy is such a complicated and charming character…single widowed Dad with a 10yr old daughter who is struggling to navigate her Mom’s death and navigate the traumas she went through herself. Maren is a badass wildfire pilot and the way she loves Ozzy and Lola is so pure and beautiful. I just absolutely adored this story and highly highly recommend this author.

This story was beautiful and may be one of my favorites by JEA. She has again shown her talent for writing book that tug at your heartstrings and keep you invested until the last page.

This book is the perfect mix of angst, emotion, humor, and spice. The story touches on the complexities of grief, healing, and moving forward. I loved every minute of this story.

Ozzy is a widowed single dad trying to raise his daughter, Lola, after the tragic loss of his wife. Lola is still struggling with the emotional trauma and PTSD after losing her mother tragically. Ozzy will do anything to help her heal. He’s focused on his daughter and has no intention of getting involved in a relationship, until Marren, a tanker pilot, who unexpectedly enters their lives in a sweet meet cute in a bathroom. 😂

Marren is a strong, independent woman who is still healing from the loss of her brother. She never expected to fall for anyone, especially not for someone like Ozzy. Their chemistry is undeniable from the moment they meet, and the banter between them is fantastic. It is hilarious and endearing. The connection they share felt so authentic, and the way they gradually fell for each other while dealing with their emotional struggles is both heart-wrenching and uplifting.

This book was the perfect balance of light and funny moments while also having moments with heavy emotions. Their character development was so well written and realistic. It was not immediate and took time, but beautiful at the same time.

I really hope will gets to share his story next.

From Nowhere by Jewel E. Ann eARC Review

Releases March 4th!

This book was a rollercoaster of emotions. I absolutely adore Maren. I loved her in the first book in the series and I loved her in this book as well. She is such a confident, badass FMC who has the best energy and sense of humor.

Maren and Ozzy have the most hilarious meet cute ever. And watching their relationship unfold was definitely a whirlwind. Ozzy and his daughter, Lola have been through serious trauma and are still in the healing process. Maren is so patient and understanding with them and their emotions and Ozzy is so sweet to Maren but he just takes a little longer to get where she is.

This is truly a beautiful story about life after loss. A story about facing your fears and moving on with your life when it feels as if the past is holding you back.

Read if you enjoy:
Secret romance
He falls first
Firefighter
Single dad
Small town

Thank you so much Jewel, VPR and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this as an ARC!

*edit is mine/photos are not

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4.5 ⭐️ 3🌶️

I am absolutely loving this series! There's always some sort of life in peril situation which I just love!! That's my favourite kind of drama 😍.

Maren is such a BAD ASS! She is strong, and smart and so in touch with her emotions. I loved her character so much! I also really like Ozzy! He had a really difficult situation to deal with, and I really think he did an amazing job navigating it. And then there's Lola. What a sweet little girl. She is also so strong and so amazing. She is where most of the trauma comes into play so if children with trauma is hard for you then I don't recommend! Just full disclosure.

Overall, I really loved this book and I cannot wait for Will's story!!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Montlake for the advanced reader copy of this novel.

“The bigger the love, the greater the pain. And I don’t know if it’s worth it because it fucking hurts to love someone this much.”

From Nowhere tells the heart warming story of Maren and Ozzy and Lola. Maren and Ozzy meet during a meet cute encounter and sparks fly. Maren is a air tanker pilot with a risky job and Ozzy is a single dad and an aircraft mechanic. Maren and Ozzy fall hard, but their relationship isn't approved by all and so they are forced to hide their relationship.

What happens when tragedy strikes again? How does Lola handle the situtation and how does it affect Ozzy and Maren? Will Ozzy get a second chance at love? Life is unforgiving.

What a beautifully written story by Jewel E. Ann. Another great story about healing, heartbreak, and overcoming hardship for love. I really enjoyed this 2nd book in the Wildfire series. I highly recommend.

"There's nothing more epic than falling in love with someone who loved my daughter first."

There is something special about the connections that Jewel E Ann writes!

From Nowhere features:
🤫 Secret romance
🥰 Single dad
🏡 Small town
🛠️ Cinnamon roll mechanic MMC
✈️ Air tanker pilot FMC
💐 The sweetest small gestures

Ozzy and Maren definitely have the most unique meeting, and Ozzy continues to catch Maren when she is a little messy. As it turns out, he has no problem with that; he just has to see if he has room for more on his plate. His daughter is struggling after the loss of her mom, and Ozzy’s in laws have moved in to help. However, that leaves little time for Maren, but she understands and wants the tiny moments (and flowers) they get together, especially as their relationship develops. Her job takes her everywhere, but Ozzy cannot leave the town: he made a promise to his daughter to only ride a bike. What happens if he needs and wants to leave? I just wish Ozzy had groveled more, but Maren was definitely understanding.