Childhood sweethearts to second chance romance. This book was the prefect ending to the rebel blue ranch series.

I loved the dual timelines and gaining an insight to their love story when they were in high school. The love that they show for each other is so sweet and grows stronger as they grow older.

Thanks Net Galley for early access!!!
I nearly screamed aloud (I would have if I wasn’t in a classroom).
I love a second chance romances with flash backs and Lyla Sage did it so well.
I gave it four stars, just because sometimes I prefer a little more personal reflection and depth, but because of who Cam was as a character it didn’t make sense for the plot.
Anyway I can’t wait to see what Lyla comes out with next!

That bonus chapter had me SOBBING 😭 What a beautiful way to wrap up this series 🩷 Lyla’s writing has developed so much over the course of this series, I could not put each book down and I cannot wait for what’s to come!

While this is a review and rating for this book only and it is a series of interconnected stand-alones, meaning you don’t have to read all the books if you don’t want to, i have to start off with a huge compliment to Lyla Sage for writing a very consistently good romance series. Oftentimes, an interconnected series like this will have at least one book that’s significantly worse than the others and even more often, i find myself afterwards only really having enjoyed one of the books in a series. Rebel Blue Ranch stands out as a consistently enjoyable series, yes, one of the books is obviously the best (spoiler, it’s not this one, it’s number 3) and one is the ‘worst’ (that’s actually the first one), but i would wholeheartedly recommend reading the entire series and not just picking out a book here and there.

Getting to Wild and Wrangled itself, we find ourselves somewhat back at Blue Rebel Ranch - Cam, mother of Riley, was just about to marry some dude to have some peace from her parents and general security when that same dude (he is not worth naming) decides to call it off. This obviously throws all structure out of the house when it comes to Cam’s life but that also leaves a spot open. And that spot is shaped like her high-school sweetheart, Dusty.

I adore second chance romances, it might be my favourite trope if well executed. There’s just something so beautiful about people finding their way back to each other. This is no exception. I love Dusty and Cam and I also love Cam and Riley, and Riley and Dusty, and Cam and Riley and Dusty together. They make a great team. I also am a big fan of how relatively undramatic the third act conflict ends up being. I don’t want to say too much, so I’ll keep it short by saying: if you’ve read the rest of the series, definitely read this book. If you haven’t read the series and like romance, then read the rest of the series first and come back to this one.

Thank you so much to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book.

THANK YOU LYLA SAGE & QUERUS PUBLISHING FOR AN ARC!!

Wild & Wrangled" by Lyla Sage:

In "Wild & Wrangled," Lyla Sage masterfully explores the theme of found family through the intricate relationships between her characters. The bond between the main character, Camille, and Amos Ryder, despite him not being her biological father, is beautifully portrayed as a source of comfort and support. Additionally, Camille's ex-boyfriend shines as a devoted father to their child, Riley, adding depth to the narrative.

The connection between Camille and Dusty Tucker is particularly compelling. Their relationship embodies the "one that got away" trope, and the tension between them creates a spicy dynamic that keeps readers engaged. As they navigate their past and present, the story delves into how their experiences have shaped them into who they are today. The theme of enduring love resonates throughout, making it a heartfelt journey that captures the essence of second chances and personal growth.

Overall, "Wild & Wrangled" is a captivating read that beautifully weaves together themes of love, redemption, and the importance of chosen family. Sage's writing draws you in, leaving you invested in the characters' lives and rooting for their happiness.