I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. Wow! This was a wonderful book. I loved the characters of Faith and Alex, two people who have been damaged in the past and find a way to heal with the help of the other. Alex is the one who is more damaged than Faith. After returning from active duty he finds that his wife has been extremely unfaithful to the point she gives him an unbelievably large number of men she has been with. They fight about it, he asks for a divorce and she storms off drunk and gets in an accident. Fast forward a few years and he is living back at home and helping to run his family's business with his mother, brother, and cousin. Faith has been informed she has inherited some land from an aunt she does not remember. She heads to Georgia to see the property and is staying at the Inn Alex's family owns. Alex has turned into a brooding man. Not wanting to interact with anyone. Faith and he meat and she can not help being drawn to him. This story is a bout how the two find love and hare able to help one another overcome their past. I loved the whole story and how great it was written. It had me drawn in from the beginning. Alex slowly opens up to Faith and lets himself accept what they are able to have. This coupe had such great chemistry and I l really enjoyed how they were also able to find out what was behind all the trouble that had recently starting happening once Faith came to the little island. Awesome story with a great HEA!

This is a very complex romance steeped in family history, and I’m going to review the two themes – the romance and the family history – as separate parts..

The love story is exquisitely written. Alex comes across as a bit of a jerk, but as we get to know him better it’s easy to see that he’s just been deeply hurt by past betrayals and is now very cautious, guarded, very slow to trust anyone. He especially doesn’t trust himself and his attraction to Faith, since his heart led him so wrong in his past relationship. Faith is a bit naïve, but she’s only 26 – just a couple years out of college – and finding out about her Georgia family history has thrown her for quite a loop. Together, these two young people find a love that is stronger than any of their own hesitations, stronger than the forces that seek to do them harm, stronger enough to see beyond all the present day problems and look confidently toward the future. In short, the love story is a 5-star nearly-perfect book. Vivian Wood really knows how to write deeply emotional connections with a healthy side of sexual tension and explosive love scenes.

The family history side of things – not so much. There was quite a bit of information given, but not all of it was fully explained nor resolved. The conflicts over the land, the mystery/suspense elements, the final resolution of her inheritance – all that could have been more tightly written, with either fewer moving pieces on the board or more closure given for each one. These family issues provide the setting and some of the situations for the two lovebirds, but it’s clear that the romance is the higher priority.

Keep your focus on the love story and don’t get lost in the other details, and you’ll love this visit to the coastlands of Georgia as much as I did. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book provided through NetGalley.

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A very successful lawyer, city girl comes on a small island and turns life from their residents upside down especially Alex life. Interesting story whit a twist that I didn't see coming. Two very well developed characteres. Alex is very stubborn and because of his past, he is anti-social. Faith is very likable although very successful and from the city, she is down to earth, not spoiled at all. And she is not trying to ignore the chemistry and attraction between her and Alex.

Faith arrives in Carolina to check on an island property that was willed to her by a relative she never knew. When she arrives at Graystone where she’ll be staying, she meets the moody, broody son of the owner, Alex. No matter how she tries, he’s quite and sullen, rude and closed off. And she’s terribly attracted to him despite it all.

Alex lost his wife a few years ago and every relationship with friends and family has been affected by it. He’s tossed in limbo and unsure how to dig himself out. Meeting Faith only grates against all the walls he’s built around himself. Since arriving he’s watched her blossom, embracing her southern roots and he wants nothing more than to take her into his arms. But that will never happen.

This couple were complicated and well written. It’s a rather angsty journey they have to travel to find contentment in their lives, but not the kind of angst that makes you gnash your teeth. Watching Faith release her past familial constraints and grow into a stronger, better woman was like feeling the Georgia sun on my face. When Alex slowly begins to allow her inside and let go of his past I just wanted to hug him so tight. They were both looking for something more, neither recognizing that that’s what they were doing or how to find it.

I absolutely loved this book! It was filled with lots of family, humor, southern charm, mystery and suspense. It surprised me how well the mystery/suspense portion was written. I am new to this author and Holy Moses but I’ve definitely got to check out her other work!

This is an honest review of an advanced copy provided by NetGalley and Kindle Press.

Dual POV
Safety – H texts his regular hookup, trying to get h off his mind, but she is unavailable. She is never in the book again. He is not a manwhore and other than his wife, this is the only person mentioned that he has slept with.
Possible Triggers

I am really starting to love Vivian wood books and this one was just fantastic. Really enjoyed the journey you go on with the characters. Feels like your going on the journey with them. Overall a great book that was a pleasure to read. Would recommend

This was another great book by Vivian Wood.

The book had just enough angst and suspense to keep you on your toes wondering what the hell was going on but in the end, it all made sense.
If you like romantic suspense, this is a book for you!

I was able to read an advance copy of this book via NetGalley.

A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.

No rating because I didn't finish this one; gave up around 20%. I just didn't like the characters and thought Faith was extremely immature for her age (29). She also came across as weak willed; she is supposed to be a corporate lawyer but she caved to Mia (I think that is her name) telling her she couldn't go into town without a male escort (she didn't phrase it like that but did say she couldn't go alone). Really? I just couldn't keep reading because the characters got on my nerves and came across as very unrealistic. Also, the flash backs were a big turn off for me about Alex; whatever message the author was trying to come across didn't work for me.

I wish other readers the best of experience with this book - this one just wasn't for me.

[Word of warning, there is on page description of a cross burning trying to warn Faith away from town. Not sure what that is all about as the blurb didn't hint to anything like that at all! (hide spoiler)]

A very successful lawyer, city girl comes on a small island and turns life from their residents upside down especially Alex life. Interesting story whit a twist that I didn't see coming. Two very well developed characters. Alex is very stubborn and because of his past, he is anti-social. Faith is very likable although very successful and from the city, she is down to earth, not spoiled at all. And she is not trying to ignore the chemistry and attraction between her and Alex. When it does happen between to it is really hot and they don't finish just after one or two times. A complex story about finding your past, present and not denying that you want to have a special person with you in the future.
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Wow. Alex had it rough with his first wife. After four years of being single he still has his heart guarded. Faith enters Alex’s life when she inherits a small island from an aunt. Faith comes into Alex’s life like a wreaking ball and captures his heart in her hands. I love all the twist and turns. It kept me on the edge of my seat while reading. A fantastic read.

I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.

Faith has inherited a house from an aunt. She leaves her job in California to come to Georgia to decide what to do with the house and the island it's on. She stays at a house with "mama" and her three boys. Alex is the one she's most attracted to but he's been burned and he's grumpy, appearing to want nothing to do with Faith. Faith is determined and strong, waiting patiently for Alex to work through his issues. Someone doesn't want Faith to finish the house so there's a bit of a mystery.

ARC provided by NetGalley.

This book what can I say. I liked it. I wanted to love it. Alex was hot sexy alpha male then at times he was just plan a douche and I hated that. Wish there was an epilogue so we can see the future with these two.

This is a very confusing book. The main male lead flips back and forth way too much plus the main female character just keeps going back. I am just not into the emotional angst in this book.

Wild hearts is the story of Alex and Faith. Faith has inherited an island with a large house. Although this is an romance I didn't particularly enjoy it much, this is mainly due to the fact that nothing was explained properly, who or why the relative left Faith this inheritance. Characters were introduced that were never developed, there were acts of violence, arson, drug and human trafficking thrown into the mix with redneck cousins causing trouble, but that was it, all mentioned but no reason why this was happening or any conclusions made. In all a mess, that said if you want a romance with some rather over descriptive sex scenes and little else, this is the book for you.
My thanks to net galley and publisher for opportunity to review this book.

I think the romance in this book is a little too easy. The hero is kind of a jerk and mean to the heroine, but you know, once he kisses her she forgets all that. And there’s a whole subplot about a house the heroine inherits and it’s pretty much abandoned in wrapping up the novel. I got a little attached to that old house and to just leave that plot thread loose is annoying. I like all the very Southern characters but this is year another “romance” with little romance, a very loose plot and a lot of sex. So if that’s your thing, you’ll love this. If you like some actual plot and relationship development, you’ll probably give it 3 stars.

Wood has written a very engaging book that I couldn't put down! I loved it from the first page to the last!

An enjoiable romance story between the main characters, Alex and Faith, that kept my interest. I liked the fact that it was the male character that had obvious unresolved issues to deal with, while the female protagonist seemed secure in herself, honest and straight-forward. I think that the insecure-girl-that-becomes-empowered-through-a-man trope is more that overused in the New Adult genre, so the take of this book was a pleasant change.

However, it seemed like the story didn't quite flow, as if there were missing parts inbetween the chapters. Furthermore, while there were some serious issues mentioned in this book, the dialogue suited more the style of teenagers, that that of mid-twenties and thirty-year-olds.

All in all, I would recommend this book for fans of New Adult novels.

Emotionally suspenseful! Definitely 5 stars! The chemistry between Alex and Faith was noticeable from the first encounter! Vivian Wood knocked it out of the park! I love that it took place in Georgia since I grew up there and usually most authors tend to over dramatize the southern talk. It Vivian got it just right!!! Love this book and would love to see Alex and Faiths story continue!

Alex is still hung up on his dead wife. So everything about faith bothers him. His mother throws the two of them together at every chance. A must read.

Alex could be real cranky at times, “can’t you shop for this useless stuff another time?” Alex asked curtly. “We have some real high-need items to take care of.” I really liked this book, I loved how broody Alex was and Faith that girl was entertaining and fun to read about.