I love The Simple Wild so much but this book is even better!
The house renovation and the honeymoon phase vibes

le iba a dar 4.5 pero me decidí por las 5 al final. Es un libro diferente al primero ya que el primero se enfocaba más en la relacion entre Calla y su papá. Ya en este se enfocaba en la relación entre Jonah y Calla.

Es un libro que disfrute mucho, siento que toca puntos claves en las relaciones que son los sacrificios que cada uno hace en su vida para estar con el otro, las inseguridades que pueden aparecer en la relación, también los momentos difíciles, etc.

Es una saga que leería over and over, siento que realmente se ha convertido en uno de mis comfort books y todavía no he acabado bien la saga y ya los extraño hahshsjjd

4.5-5 stars; I liked this better than the first book tbh. Both were good, but I really enjoyed seeing what happens after the "happily ever after" that occurs when characters get together. The character development in this book was established so well, and many moments really pulled at my heartstrings. Despite Calla being in the wilderness in an isolated plot of land in Alaska, I think many themes were actually relatable and important when it comes to being in a relationship. I'm really glad Calla paved her own path in Alaska and her community.

highlights:
- Calla's character development
- Calla's relationship with Roy
- Muriel
- Jonah and Calla's conversations and compromises
- Toby

I actually thought the pace of this book was pretty good; some scenes were a bit unnecessary, but enjoyable overall.

CAWPILE Rating: 7.39
Characters: 7.75
Ambient / Worldbuilding: 8
Writing style: 7.75
Plot: 5
Intrigue: 7
Logic / Relationships: 7.5
Enjoyment: 8.75

I enjoyed this book way less than the previous one. In here, I don't feel like there is a plot at all. Probably that is the point of it, but it wasn't what I was expecting.

Nevertheless, I fairly enjoyed revisiting Calla and Jonah, and seeing them move on and continuing to grow.

I will continue reading the third book, although I was utterly dissappointed when I found out that

Spoiler

the story focuses on Marie, which I didn't expect at all.

Full review can be seen on my Feb Reading List & Reviews post. You can see more book reviews at Life with Emily

Calla Fletcher returns to Toronto a different person, struggling to find direction and still very much in love with the rugged bush pilot she left behind. When Jonah arrives on her doorstep with a proposition she can’t dismiss, she takes the leap and rushes back to Alaska to begin their exciting future together. But Calla soon learns that even the best intentions can lead to broken promises, and that compromise comes with a hefty price—a log cabin in interior rural Alaska that feels as isolating as the western tundra. Calla struggles to find herself as she navigates her new normal. But will this ever feel normal to her?

review: This is the sequel to the much adored book The Simple Wild & I rarely say this, but I think the sequel is just as good as the first one! I really loved the growth of Calla and Jonah in this sequel. I appreciated that their relationship had flaws and issues, making them even more relatable. The story line of this book is fantastic and the sideline cast of characters were just as wonderful! The author does such a great job of transporting you to remote Alaska and really gives you a feel for just how different life in Alaska truly is. I particularly enjoyed that you got a deeper glimpse of each character in this book and how they each found a way to thrive. This is certainly a feel good book that will leave you smiling, laughing & definitely wanting more of Alaska! rating: 4.5 out of 5 ⭐️