Wild Love by Elsie Silver

5 Stars Aug 31, 2025

Format: Audiobook

Publication Date: 9 April 2024

? My thoughts...

5/5 stars

I have been resistant to reading Elsie Silver books for a while now, out a sheer stubborness about not wanting to jump on the bandwagon. Well, it turns out I was entirely wrong.

Wild Love was a fantastic romance, full of witty banter, steamy chemistry and emotional turmoil. My enjoyment of the book was absolutely enhanced by listening to the audiobook - it actually had me laughing out loud in my car on a long road trip.

The author employed well-known tropes such as single dad and brother's best friend with clever twists that made them feel fresh and exciting. I particularly enjoyed Cora as a character.

In short, the only issue I had with this book is that it ended, and I immediatly bought the rest of the series, and all of Chestnut Springs to immerse myself in more of Elsie Silver's writing.

? Synopsis...

Sakura and her cat run a magical bookshop that only appears during cherry blossom season. Within their walls and between their pages, they welcome various people who need support with a challenge in their lives, providing healing where possible and solace where appropriate.