I really enjoyed the Crossfire series back in the day, so I was excited to get a continuation with Ireland. The writing style was smooth and easy to read and I had a good time diving back into this world. I’m looking forward to the German translation and, of course, the next book in the series!

While it was nice to be back in the Crossfire series and to see Gideon and Eva, I kind of felt I was reading the same thing. It was a good book, but oh my gosh, the cliffhanger and the ending just kind of didn’t sit well with me, but it’s OK. I will continue with the series.

Wasn’t really a fan of the relationship between Ireland and Ronan but hey, it’s fiction.

Thank you to NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review.

This story pulls you in. Ireland is a character you WANT to read about and keeps you so engaged. Her love story with Ronan is spicy and warm, but also gives you the feels as well. I do wish it would have grown a bit more but there is going to be another book so I’m excited to see where it goes. If you read the Crossfire series, you’ll be over the moon to see your favorite couple reappear on these pages. I wouldn’t say you absolutely have to read Crossfire first, though it does make certain things in this book hit a lot deeper.

I received a digital copy from Netgalley to read and review. I loved the Crossfire series, so I knew this book would be good. I really liked that there were parts of the book that were about Gideon and Eva so that we had an update on them. This book gave everything the Crossfire series did with the same spice level and chapters that kept you reading. I was up way too late 2 nights in a row because I didn't want to stop reading. I do hate when books end on a cliffhanger though and the next book isn't out for almost another year.

I enjoyed Ireland. I liked the characters and deeply felt the tension that built between them. I found there to be a lot of comparisons and similarities between Gideon and Ronan which I expected but had hoped Ireland and Ronan’s story would stand on its own merits. It does or could if the author lessens the Gideon factor in book two.

I was overjoyed to get to go back to the Crossfire world after my intro to Sylvia Day being that series.

Overall I enjoyed the story, but it just didn't completely hit for me like the other series. I loved getting to have Ireland's story and I can't wait to see where it goes. A huge cliffhanger for this one so beware if going in to it as the second book isn't out just yet. Ireland was so fierce and independent and I loved that from a female character especially when she's following in such fierce footsteps from her brother. I wanted to kick all the men in her family for keeping her out of the loop and not trusting that she could handle intense situations but was glad to see her rise to the occasion when needed. Getting more of Eva and Gideon was amazing as well! I was so happy to be seeing where their story has gone, although I probably would have enjoyed it more if it had been in a separate novella of sorts as I don't really feel like those parts added that much to this story itself and took away from Ireland a little bit.

It was hard for me to get into her relationship with Ronan when after finding out the truth about him she immediately falls into his bed. I enjoyed him as a character and was on the edge of my seat with the tension and drama unfolding but that part just kind of put me off. I still enjoyed the book itself and will definitely be reading the following books. The chemistry between her and Ronan had me hooked still and I can't wait to see if he can redeem himself!

Thank you Netgalley for the gifted copy of this book!

I loved Gideon and Eva’s series, and I remember getting to know Ireland in that series and it is nice to go back to characters we haven’t seen in a while. It has been years since the series ended and now, we get to see where the characters are now. Ireland has grown into a fierce, independent, capable woman fully able to take care of herself. I feel as though Ronan is a great man for her because he challenges her and helps her to push herself harder. However, I also feel as though he will make her life harder because of the vendetta that his family holds towards her father. Ireland’s love and loyalty to her family could be a wedge between them.

I really enjoyed seeing these characters again, but I wish that Gideon and Eva were more side characters instead of what seemed like part of the main story. It felt as though they were the focus and that took away from Ireland and Ronan. The one thing I wish I did know was that this book ended on a cliff hanger, I hate them more than anything. I hate cliff hangers because you forget what happened in the book before the next one comes out and then you are lost. I hate not knowing what happens next. I guess I will wait until the series is finished before reading anything else especially since it’s a year between books.

Received ARC from NetGalley in exchange for honest review.
3.75 stars

Sylvia Day returns with Ireland, a seductive, slow-burning first installment in the Crossroads series that builds tension with every lingering glance and touch.

As someone who adored the Crossfire series, I was thrilled to see Gideon and Eva make an appearance, a brilliant nod for longtime fans. But it’s Ireland and Ronan who steal the show. Their chemistry is off the charts, and their story is laced with desire, longing, and a powerful emotional pull that deepens as the plot unfolds.

While the pacing begins gently, it ramps up with intensity. Especially once the story dives into its darker twists. And the ending? An absolutely maddening cliffhanger that left me desperate for more.

Highly recommend reading Crossfire first to fully appreciate this next chapter in Sylvia Day’s universe. Ireland is a gripping start to what promises to be a wild, emotional ride.

Ireland was such a great spin-off from the Crossfire series. I loved seeing Ireland (Gideon’s younger sister) all grown up and stepping into her own, especially with her protective brothers still trying to control everything. She’s strong, independent, and determined to be taken seriously—and I was rooting for her the whole way through.

The story kicks off when she meets Ronan, a mysterious jazz musician staying at the family hotel. The chemistry between them was seriously spicy, but it’s clear from early on that he’s hiding something. As things unfold, you realise Ronan has a hidden agenda—and Ireland ends up caught right in the middle of it.

I couldn’t put this one down. It had the emotional tension and steamy moments you'd expect from the Crossfire universe, but with a fresh perspective. My only gripe? I wish Ireland had been a bit more loyal to her family once the truth came out. Some of her choices felt a bit off, but I still enjoyed the journey.

Perfect if you’re after a romance with high stakes, strong characters, and a bit of danger. Definitely worth the read for Crossfire fans!

Sylvia Day brings us back to the world of Gideon and Eva Cross. This time we meet up with his sister Ireland Vidal. Ireland is the baby of the family shielded by them when it comes to decisions involving her family business. A chance meeting with Ronan sets sparks flying instantly, but she is wary of men especially since all those in the past have always used her to get to her brothers. But the more time she spends with him draws her in even closer to this man. When things start falling apart around her, will she be able to handle it? Will she be able to trust Ronan and lean into him for support? Or does he also hold a secret that could shatter her world?

Sylvia Day brings us back into the Crossfire world. This is only the first installment of this new series. I did have the privilege of reading the original Crossfire series first so I was familiar with the other characters in this story, but it is not necessary to truly enjoy Ireland and Ronan's story. She takes you on this emotional rollercoaster with Ireland as she tries to figure out where her place is in the world of her family's recording company and in her family where decisions are made for her before it is ever presented to her. When she encounters Ronan, he makes her want everything. He becomes what she wants most of all, but can she really have him when the past starts rearing its ugly head. I enjoyed seeing these two battle it out both in and out of the bedroom. They are both fierce in their loyalty and will fight for what they believe in, but what happens when things start to get blurry? I realized as I reached the last page that it ended on a cliffhanger, and I am eagerly waiting for the next installment to see what these two will do next. Will the past destroy everything they thought they had, or will it give them the push to fight for what they want most of all?

I have received and read an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I would like to thank NetGalley and Sylvia Day LLC for this privilege.

Sylvia Day's Irelandsend readers back to the Crossfire saga, centering on Gideon Cross's half-sister, Ireland Vidal.
Ireland plunges readers into a tale of intense attraction, family loyalty, and simmering revenge. Ireland Vidal, a powerful figure in the music industry, crosses paths with Ronan Boudreaux, and their connection is instantaneous and undeniably electric, leading to a steamy and tumultuous romance. However, their relationship is complicated by secrets, half-truths, and a hidden vendetta against the Vidal family, pulling them into a high-stakes game of power and deception. There is undeniable and immediate attraction between Ireland and Ronan is a major draw, with many praising the "sizzling" and "steamy" scenes characteristic of Day's writing.

Overall, Ireland is a must-read for fans of Sylvia Day's signature blend of passion, power, and high-drama romance, especially those who enjoyed the Crossfire series. It sets the stage for a new thrilling journey while offering satisfying glimpses into the lives of familiar fac

4.5⭐ Buckle up for a fantastic crossover novel featuring Gideon and Eva, and introducing Gideon's sister, Ireland and her irresistible villain, Ronan. Sylvia Day has a sophisticated writing style that suits the setting of the story. She writes in a way that makes you wish a world like that truly exists, dark parts and all. It's been many years since I've read the Crossfire Series, and I didn't realize how much I'd missed Gideon and Eva until I read this book. I'll have to go back to do a re-read.

I got pulled in by Ronan's Cajun drawl and slick words. Ireland didn't stand a chance. Neither would I had I been in her shoes. Their attraction is so exhilarating. Their interactions are salacious and voracious. And their slow burn is delicious. They detonated when they finally get together! Sylvia Day's description is so vivid it played like an illicit movie in my mind. It was naughty and oh, so spicy!

They both found the relationship a challenge and yet infuriating. Tumultuous, yet exhilarating. But they both seemed to thrive on it.

“You don’t think I’m worth it.”“You are,” she said, digging deep for the strength to keep backing away. “But I can’t afford you. And once you really think about it, you’ll see the same is true for you, too.”

If Jules (Ronan's brother) ever gets his own story, it's going to be full of scandal and sure to be a page turner too.

Thank you Sylvia Day and NetGalley for this ARC. The above is my own and personal opinion.

I read <i>Ireland</i> because I read some of the Cross Fire original series back in the day, but apparently not all of them.

It was nice seeing Gideon and Eva together and happy, although ugh, the baby plotline made it so weird. They had absolutely everything they wanted so automatically, they need a baby, otherwise their perfect lives aren't complete? gtfo. They also got a stalker again? The issue wasn't solved? AGAIN? Come on.

Ireland was such a weird character, too. She was one thing one moment, and completely different the next. I can't believe she was so enchanted by Ronan's magical d*ck she couldn't think straight.

I wished there could be some enemies-to-lovers scenario, but it was lovers-to-semi-enemies-to-lovers-and-lovers again. The author couldn't decide if the two were on the same side or not, they had sex in between, hated each other the next day.. it was exhausting.

The cliffhanger ending... what? I will completely forget everything I've read until the next book comes out next year.

Thank you to the author and NetGalley for a free arc in exchange for an honest review.

Sylvia Day never fails to bring it when it comes to romance! Ireland is no exception. This is the first book in the Crossroads Series. Much like her journey with the Crossfire series, this one brought suspense, naughtiness, loyalty to family, super hot characters and most importantly, an epic sized cliffhanger. A cliffhanger so bad that you find yourself on Amazon immediately preordering the next installment. (But, yes folks, we have to wait a year.)
Can Ronan and Ireland make it work? Can they have their happy ending? Can they and their families let go of the baggage? Who knows. I guess we shall see. But in the meantime, I will sit here with my book hanger and obsess about how hot and bass add Ireland is. I laughed and wanted to beat someone up while reading this, but I kept craving more. Had I known I'd have to wait so long I would've nursed it more.

100/10. Go buy this book. Especially if you're a Sylvia Day fan. For me, the Crossfire Series was one of the series that got me hooked to reading romance. It's worth every single word.

So, if you're looking after a catch-up after the Crossfire series, this is just for you. Gideon and Eva feature heavily in this book, so it would be ideal to read that series first.

Ireland book 1 from the Crossroads series follows Gideons sister and her journey within the Cross family, her relationships and career in the family business.

Gideon and Eva's story also continues and escalates.

This finishes on a cliffhanger, I wasn't disappointed, roll on book 2.

As a longtime Crossfire fan, I couldn’t not dive into Ireland’s story. It delivers the signature Sylvia Day blend of heat, drama, and emotional chaos — and yes, the spice is on point. Ireland is sharp and confident, but her insta-chemistry with Ronan moved a little too fast for me to fully buy in. Still, the tension kept me flipping pages.

Seeing Gideon and Eva again? Pure serotonin. I didn’t expect them to have full scenes, so that was a welcome surprise. The cliffhanger ending was rude (in the best way), and while this didn’t hit the highs of the original series, it definitely hooked me. I’ll be back for book two, emotionally unprepared as always.

Ireland and Roland's relationship is built on half-truths, can they overcome the family drama and get a happily ever after?

I read the crossfire series a while ago and love seeing Gideon and Eva again. I don’t love that they didn’t quite find their happy ending yet and that they are dealing with this crazy stalker drama. I like Ireland’s strength and confidence in the beginning but meeting Ronan makes her seem less confident in herself which then makes me not like him and their relationship. I remember Gideon and Eva getting close very fast in their books and maybe it’s me reading from a different perspective than I had back then, but I think Ronan and Ireland’s crazy fast “love story” seems like a red flag. I like that it gets a little more exciting at the end but honestly am not sure if I even want to read the next book even though this one ends on a cliffhanger.

Ireland and Roland have a unique start to their relationship. Built on half truths and secrets but the chemistry is off the charts. When deceptions come to light, can the two overcome family drama to find happiness together?
Great characters, fast paced plot, and a major cliff hanger. Great start to a new spin off series.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

First of all thank you for approving my request!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.