| Title | : | Wild Spirit (Wilder Irish, #8) |
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| ISBN | : | - |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Kindle Edition |
| Number of Pages | : | 197 |
| Publication | : | First published September 3, 2019 |
When a tragic event upends Leo’s orderly existence, he’s forced to admit he can’t do it all and he can’t do it alone. Yvonne feels like exactly what Leo doesn’t need, until she shows him chaos isn’t always bad and letting go isn’t the same thing as losing control.
Wild Spirit (Wilder Irish, #8) Reviews
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Surprisingly, Wild Spirit has become my favorite Wilder Irish books. Leo and Yvonne were so perfect, had so much of a history that you knew that the friends to lovers story was going to be resplendent. And, I loved how the story started so that we understood the history and the love.
Leo. One of the most responsible, loving men that I have read in a long time. He knew how to love and, when he did, he loved long and hard. His first responsibility is to Vince, Clint and Ryder … his second responsibility is his family. A devoted dad and son, he didn’t have much time to be devoted to himself. Until a certain someone crashed back into his life and started teaching him about just how great his life could be.
Yvonne is a whirlwind. She fell in love with Leo when she was a teenager and he always had a special place in her heart. She hated that he refused to take time for himself, to ask for help when he so desperately needed it. It’s time that she stepped in and opened his eyes to the world beyond Vince, Clint and Ryder. It’s time to teach him a few Collins lessons. Maybe it’s time for her to admit to her feelings that she’s had forever.
I loved how this story went. From the devoted family man to the man who realized that the person he needed the most was standing right in front of him, Leo’s transformation was wonderful. Mari Carr really did a fantastic job in making us understand his feelings, his way of thinking and why he felt the way he did. She also showed us the Collins’ spirit and determination in bringing life and love into other peoples lives. The children were so well written … typical teen and pre-teens with hormones and all … you had to love them.
From devastation to determination. From defeat to victory. Mari Carr brought two wonderful people to life in Wild Spirit and gave them a beautiful story filled with love, laughter and PopPop.
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I love anything that Mari Carr writes. That's why I was anxiously awaiting her newest book, Wild Spirit. Wild Spirt is another story in the Wilder Irish series that focuses on the Collins family. This is Yvonne's story.
Yvonne has had a crush on Leo since she was a teenager. But Leo had eyes for another girl. Yvonne felt destined to forever be in the friend zone. Leo made plans to marry that girl but it turned out that she was pregnant and she didn't feel the same about Leo. Leo still vowed to be a part of his son's life. To Leo, life is all about working hard to help his family farm and to support his son. He sees Yvonne often and wishes he could have a relationship with her but he holds fast to his other responsibilities.
Yvonne loves life. She works hard helping to cook for her family's restaurant and bar. She sees Leo often and wishes she could play a bigger part in his and his son's life. When tragedy strikes Leo, Yvonne jumps in to help. Leo may insist that he can do it all on his own but Yvonne knows that sometimes people just need a helping hand.
As their friendship grows, can it evolve into more or will continued tragedy drive Leo further away? Wild Spirit is part of a series but it can be read by itself. But I'm sure you'll love it so much that you'll go back and read the other stories. -
Wow - this series just gets better and better plus this makes me want to re-read Wild and Wilder Irish!
Loved Vonnie & Leo's move from best friends to lovers!
Wonderful to see their HEA after a few hiccups - no this can't happen sort of things
Major thumbs up for Pop Pop & his "advise" :-o Love checking in with Pop Pop & getting his stories! -
Leo and Vonnie friends to lovers story
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Another amazing example of a love built around the Collins family! All of the stories in the Wild(er) Irish series have focused heavily around the strong family bond, and emotional support, of the Collins family, and this story is one of my favorite so far! Leo and Yvonne are absolutely perfect for each other, they just had to figure that out for themselves!
Yvonne has a great family, an amazing childhood, and a job she adores. Her life is almost perfect. Except she has feelings for her best friend, that she doesn't think could possible go anywhere. Until things start to creep into unknown territory, and she begins to wonder if he could possibly feel the same thing for her.
Leo's life is one day of stress after another. Single father-hood, helping run a family arm, and all of the day to day drama that comes with those things makes him a man on the edge. Until his best friend decides to help him learn to cut loose, and lose the stress. Until he starts to look at her just a bit differently, and he has to decide what that means for them!
I loved Yvonne and Leo! They were fun, energetic, and I couldn't help but enjoy their antics. Even tough it seemed like everything was working against them, I just knew they had a magical HEA in store for them. This is a book that was as fun as it was romantic, and it was exactly what I needed! While it was plenty romantic (and extremely HOT!) there were also plenty of laughs, and (as always) the antics of the Collins never disappoint!
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Leo and Yvonne were a fantastic couple. He’s a by the books single dad and she’s a free spirit. I loved seeing him brought into the craziness that is the Collins clan.
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Eighth book in the Wilder Irish series, this series is a spin-off of the Wild Irish series. Can be read and enjoyed as stand-alone, told in dual POV with HEA. This big awesome family owns and operates a pub, so the secondary characters are throughout the series. I love how the Collins clan is so loving and has an abundance of advice. Yvonne has been crushing on Leo sense she was 14, but the timing has never been right. Her Pop Pop’s long-ago advice has her glad for her 15-year friendship with Leo, even though she still dreams of more. Leo’s life is full of chaos, but Yvonne is teaching him how to live like a “Collins”. Great friends to lovers’ story! I love and highly recommend this series!
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I anxiously wait for every book in this amazing series written by Mari Carr and Wild Spirit is truly heartwarming.
When someone starts a relationship with a single parent sometimes the effects on the child are put on the back burning but in the case of Mari Carr - she brings those issues to the forefront in this book.
I loved every minute of this book. Yvonne is so perfect for Leo, too bad it took him so long to see what was in front of his eyes. But as they say: Good things come to those who wait.
Cant wait for Finn's book.
I wonder what is happening w Padraig and lady at the bar and why do I have a feeling that Colm will end up with Kelly? -
Vonnie has been in love with Leo forever. Leo had eyes for another woman though. After she ends up pregnant, they marry. Leo soon realized that the relationship is all one sided. Through a series of events, Vonnie and Leo end up together. Mari Carr blows me out if the water with everything she writes. Just when I think her current couple is my favorite, she introduced us to another family member. I must say, Vinnie and Leo's story is one of my favorites. I highly recommend this story.
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Yvonne and Leo were a breath of fresh air!
Friends forever, all it took was one little nudge, and the chemistry between them exploded, and they both were onboard with it. Life kept throwing one thing after another at Leo, but that seemed to be the pattern in his life. Both were willing to push against that rising tide of responsibilities and timing that seemed destined to keep them apart. A few set-backs along the way, but patience and persistence paid off. One thing that couldn’t be denied, Leo needed his Vonnie in his life to keep things free and wild! -
Wild Spirit by Mari Carr is a sweet, fun loving friends to lovers romance that has you falling ik n love instantly with the characters. Vonnie and Leo are perfect together. Vonnie is the fun loving one always in the middle of her family's chaos. Leo, is serious and likes calm amd order to his life, but when the two of them are together sparks fly...their chemistry is scorching hot. I love this series from Mari Carr and I always enjoy catching up with the Collins family.
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Mari Carr has a way of writing so that you are engrossed in all of the feels. I love the Collins clan. They are a very entertaining large family. Vonnie is a wild spirit. Leo may be just the man to take her on. Friends to lovers is one of my favorite tropes. Wild Spirit is a beautiful story about that. It was fun, sexy, and sweet! I couldn’t put the book down. I can’t wait for the next Wilder Irish.
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Love this family!
I thought this was a very relatable story. Sometimes you have to force yourself to relax. And what better way to do that, than with a Collins? Great writing, great chemistry, and a great love story.
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Friends to lovers in all the best ways!!
So much goodness! Loved Leo & Yvonne. The Collins family. Steamy, sweet, witty, and heartfelt. A very satisfying read.
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Received an advance copy through Booksprout.
I just love the Collins family, and can't wait for the next books!!! Leo and Yvonne face some hard times, but it is wonderful to see them grow together and find their HEA. -
I just loved this book. It was so well-written that it captured my mind and I was dragged along for the ride. Once I started reading I could not put it down until I read the last page.
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Fun and steamy!!
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Loved this friend's-to-lovers story. Can't wait to see who falls in love next.
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Wild Indeed
Yvonne has been in love with Leo since she was fourteen, however he had eyes for someone else. Leo’s life changes when his girlfriend tells him she is pregnant, but doesn’t want a life with him. There has always been something to keep them apart, now twelve yrs later, Yvonne and Leo have their chance. The question is, how will everyone else feel about these friends turned lovers? Will Leo’s son Vince be ok with all of this?
This book is steamy, sexy and extreme! Leo is the epitome of the alpha male and Yvonne is tough as nails! Loved this story! -
Short, sweet and sexy! I love how all the books in this series start with the MC's conversation with Pop Pop when they're young. Yvonne Collins has always had a thing for Leo Watson, but they've been friends since she was 14. Now, Leo is a single dad, trying to hold his life together and Yvonne steps in to help him out. One thing leads to another....... great book!
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Great read
Another great story about this Irish family! I like how Mari takes things from every day life and develops them into every story she writes about this family. It makes everything about this family real and believable.
