Review: great solid story with engaging characters
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 23, 2014
I’ve mentioned before in my reviews that one of my favorite story lines is of opposites attracting.  ON THE WILD SIDE is an excellent example of opposites attracting done right.  I loved everything about this book from its main characters to the excellent storyline and its emotional pull.  Gillian is running from her past, in particular, her ex’s wedding.  Devon is also running from his past.  The murder of his wife destroyed him and now he chooses to live a simple and quiet life as a caretaker of a cabin in Maine.  The same cabin where Gillian has run to.  Sparks fly when the pair meets and the chemistry doesn’t falter throughout the book.  You want so much for this couple to heal each other and to leave the horrors of their pasts behind them.  There is just enough drama and angst in this book to keep it interesting but not enough to weigh down the story.  Gillian is a strong female lead.  Even though she has been hurt, she has picked herself up and is willing to move on.  My heart broke for Devon and the huge load of guilt that he carried over not being able to save his wife.  Like Gillian, he is strong and brave but their is also a sensitive and wounded side to him.  What I loved most about this book is that even though Gillian and Devon are attracted to each other, they still have hurdles to overcome and real life to face.  The road is not easy for them and this makes the story all that much more complex and layered.  On the Wild Side is the first book that I have read by this author and it is definitely one that I would recommend.