A great romance book that has everything; the grumpy guy, the chirpy girl, a dog and a perfect location. I really enjoyed getting to know everyone at Stonemore and found the secondary characters really well rounded and made you wish that you worked there with them. I do have to admit though, I think my favourite character was Hugo.

Oh how i adored this book and the setting, Anna has always been a yes girl and she has come to the stage where she realises she has to make changes and put herself first and so she accepts a job working at Stonemore Estate working on a rewilding project working for the brooding Jaimie. There she meets the lovely Callum and a romance blossoms but as time goes on she finds that Jaimie might not be the emotionally available man she had believed.

The characters and the setting was amazing and i really wanted Anna to have her happy ending.

The whole story was lovely and i devoured it in one sitting, Highly recommend!

Anna is known for her positive, can-do attitude - otherwise known as being a chronic people-pleaser. But when her life undergoes a major and painful upheaval, she discovers a powerful inclination towards saying 'no' and striving for a new direction, which leads her directly to an estate in Northumberland and a wealth of surprising possibilities.
I loved this, and read it in one sitting (which took me way past my bedtime). The plot zips along at an excellent pace, and is filled with distinctive, well-drawn characters both human and animal. Anna's narrative is strong, self-deprecating on occasion and overall very real: when she finds her voice and stands up for herself, she does it robustly and with humour even while doubting herself internally. Her relationships with both Callum and Jamie progress slowly, and we discover their traits through Anna's eyes: it's clear from quite early on where it's all going, but getting there involves some frustrations, a few mishaps, a sensitive exploration of themes around class and infertility, and a lot of interesting information around the topic of rewilding. A special mention also has to go to Anna's friendship with Fi, which is powerfully and mutually supportive and a delight to read about. Overall this is an original and heartwarming read full of romance, character development, yearning, and beagles - well worth staying up until 1am.

After splitting up with her fiancé & ready for a new start, Anna takes a job rewilding the glorious Stonemore Estate in Northumberland. But when she arrives the only thing driving Anna wild is her boss: the sexy, but emotionally unavailable Jamie, who is hellbent on making Anna’s job – and her life – as difficult as possible. On the plus side, there’s Callum, the gorgeous estate manager, her best friend Fi, and an enthusiastic beagle called Hugo. When romance with Callum blossoms, is Anna’s resolve to stop people-pleasing about to falter? And why can’t she stop thinking about Jamie? Can she truly put herself first and say yes to the thing which will make her happiest, falling truly madly wildly in love…?

This book came at the perfect time as I really needed something to put a smile on my face and wow, this book fulfilled this need 100%!

I absolutely adored the author’s writing style, it was so embracing, I instantly fell in love with Anna and her quest to escape the difficulties life had thrown her. Without giving anything away, there are issues discussed in this book which affect so many people but are often ignored, the author has truly excelled by the inclusion of these elements, in an appropriate and sensitive manner.

Did I know what was going to happen? Yes, but it didn’t matter, the journey to reach the conclusion was well worth it, leaving me with a smile on my face and a warm fuzzy feeling inside. And how can we not mention the star of the show in this title, Hugo the beagle! He was indeed an instant hit and yes, I agree totally with Anna, dogs are better than people!

If you want an easy going, fun loving read that is guaranteed to put a silly grin on your face whilst you read, then look no further, your search is over! A debut read that doesn’t disappoint!

I absolutely adored this beautifully written book. Read it every chance I had and enjoyed every page. I want to go to Stonemore and see the wildflowers and the of course, Hugo and the other beagles!

ARC review: 3.75/5
Your absolutely classic of grumpy x sunshine & enemies to lovers story. Although there were those tropes, I felt it was more that and setting (&background storyline) was quite unique. Secondary plot line of the relationships with the other characters was also well done, where
I warmed to the characters and definitely felt the relationship dynamics felt realistic. Thanks to the publisher and net galley for my ARC

This was such a gorgeous book that handled a lot of sensitive subjects with such care and ease. Anna's character development was beautifully done and it was great to see the journey that she went on throughout the story. The romance elements of it feel like they took a back seat and I wasn't as invested in that as I might have liked to be and it felt like the potential love triangle hinted at didn't really come to fruition.

In this heartwarming and emotionally rich novel, readers are swept away with Anna Whitlock—a woman who has always put others first, only to have her carefully constructed world come crashing down. After a devastating betrayal by her fiancé, Anna retreats to the idyllic and untamed Stonemore Estate in Northumberland, where she hopes to rebuild her life. What follows is a tender and at times humorous exploration of self-worth, healing, and unexpected love.

The setting is lush and vivid, a perfect backdrop for Anna’s journey from heartbreak to self-discovery. The cast of characters is delightfully engaging, from the charming and steady Callum to the brooding and complex Jamie. Even Hugo the beagle adds an irresistible dose of warmth. The tension between Anna’s growing bond with Callum and her undeniable attraction to Jamie keeps the pages turning.

What truly makes this novel stand out is Anna’s personal growth. Readers will root for her as she learns to stop people-pleasing and starts asking what she truly wants from life—and love.

This book is perfect for fans of romantic fiction with depth, set against a beautifully rendered rural landscape. It’s a reminder that sometimes the path to true happiness begins with saying no to others—and yes to yourself.

I devoured this book. This might be the best debut romance novel I've read yet.

There's no ridiculous miscommunication to break them apart; you can really understand why the characters have conflict, even after they fall in love. Infertility is not only a big character driver but also a sensitively incorporated plot point that I don't think could have been done better.

I loved the characters. I loved that there was no love triangle with Callum (who is a great character); the love triangle element comes from Anna's ex instead, but wraps up in one of the most satisfying scenes of the novel.

Jamie is fantastic, but without a doubt it's Hugo who steals the show. The rest of the cast are also multi-layered and fantastically written, from snobbish Tally to supportive Fi and even meddler Roshni.

An absolute 5 star read for me!

I enjoyed this book! The infertility angle gave it a different edge to your usual romance/chick lit books, but I truly appreciate the care in which the topic was handled. Even though the characters were lovable, the romance felt very rushed and you don't really get a chance to fall in love with the characters at the same time as them if that makes sense? Jamie, the MMC, also felt a bit too backgroundy in the beginning for me, so it would have been nice for him to have more of a story in the earlier chapters, but we got there in the end. All in all, a cosy read. Also, the cover art is gorge!

You will enjoy this book if you love a slow burn romance. Throw in a grumpy sunshine trope and I was sold. I will say however I didn’t enjoy the closed door element to the spice, I’m much more a door wide open kind of girl. It was a cute read

Wild About You
Sophie Loxton

Anna Whitlock is done with being nice and saying yes. Running off to the glorious Stonemore Estate in the wilderness of Northumberland to heal her heartbreak. There’s plenty there to distract city girl Anna. There’s Callum the gorgeous estate manager but there’s also Jamie, Stonemore’s owner.

This was a fun escapist rom com read but also touches on real and relatable topics, including infertility which can be a trigger for some. This is a slower burn romance, set in a lush flowery setting in the UK and is definitely an enjoyable read.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my copy of this e-arc!

This book was interesting enough to hold my attention while I was reading but I didn’t immediately want to keep picking it up!

Overall it was a good read

I really liked this book but I felt like it wasn’t for me. There was so many parts I liked but I felt like it was rushed in places. I would however recommend it to others, I’ve just read so many similar books it wasn’t anything new. I would read something else by this author though

This romantic story is the perfect holiday read. Anna leaves her city job after her heart is broken and seeks solace in a new role in the countryside. She doesn’t hit it off with her gruff and unfriendly new boss, but tries to rebuild her life. Uplifting, romantic, funny at times….loved it!

4 ⭐️ navigating a breakup and grieving her chances of having children had me emotionally invested from the get go, then the Bridget jones vibes was having me giggling and laughing. Had a fantastic time, even cried when they left the award ceremony. The anticipation was killing me but when all happened I couldn’t stop smiling. I only wish we got to see them together more after all was resolved.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book to review.

I liked the countryside setting and the characters, but I didn't get how Anna and Jamie fell in love when they hardly knew each other. They spent more time bickering or not speaking to each other. Their relationship seemed to be built on lust. I preferred Anna's friendship with Fi over the romance storyline.

Unfortunately I was unable to access this title despite raising support requests - it looks really good and I will have to check it out when it releases :))

Thank you for my ARC copy!! I sped through this book.

Anna is such a relatable lead—her people-pleasing tendencies, her desire to start fresh, and her slow journey toward putting herself first really resonated with me. I loved watching her navigate life, especially with the two very different men: the charming and dependable Callum, and the brooding, closed-off Jamie.

The “grumpy x sunshine” trope is done so well here, and there’s a lovely balance between the light, romantic moments and some deeper emotional beats. The side characters, especially Fi and Hugo the beagle (cutie!), added so much charm and warmth to the book.

This was a heartfelt, uplifting read with just enough twists to keep things interesting. If you’re in the mood for a romantic, countryside escape with layered characters and genuine emotion, Wild About You is definitely worth picking up.

Great book. I enjoyed this reading this. The time just flew byThanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author of the ARC in exchange for my honest review.