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This book will make you fall in love with small-town life à la Gilmore Girls
“Rekindling the Flame" by Madison Myers is a captivating small-town, second-chance romance with a pretty straightforward writing style, resulting in a a story that’s easy to follow. Here & there, a few more advanced words are used, which only adds to its charm, making it both accessible & enjoyable.
The main characters, Aurora & Wyatt, start off quite awkwardly - surface-level really, working out perfectly as the story unfolds. Their slow, but steady growth as they begin to open up, rebuild trust & rediscover the connection they once had is wonderful to see. You can feel the tension between them leaping off the page (or screen, in my case!). From the moment Aurora stumbles back into Smoky Heights, the chemistry between them is undeniable - every interaction charged with a mix of unresolved feelings & simmering attraction.
Aurora's return to Smoky Heights after twelve years is a necessary evil to be able to take care of her mother. Myers captures Aurora's distaste for small-town life perfectly & it's no surprise that the townspeople aren’t quick to forgive her for the way she left. The way the town itself is brought to life through her words is incredible — the bar with its faulty right handle, the friendliness (& gossipy ways) of the locals & the breathtaking backdrop of the Smoky Mountains. You can picture every detail vividly, as if it’s right in front of you.
Aurora’s transformation from the confident, high-maintenanced lawyer who has gotten used to the comforts of New York, to a redefined Rory, someone who confronts her past heads-on & eventually reconnects with her roots is well-executed. Her journey from being distant & self-centered to showing compassion & care is a rewarding one, watching her rediscover her place within the community.
While the story takes a while to build, especially during the more “physical” scenes, the pacing feels necessary to explore all the layers of relationships & past wounds haunting the ones who need healing. Aurora & Wyatt finally confront each other about their shared history, but will they make peace with their past or let it drive them apart for good?
All in all, this story is filled with relatable characters & real-life situations in a setting that ultimately feels like home & will make you fall in love with small-town life à la Gilmore Girls. If you like stories about healing, community & the simmering tension between two past lovers, this book is one to put on your TBR ASAP!
The main characters, Aurora & Wyatt, start off quite awkwardly - surface-level really, working out perfectly as the story unfolds. Their slow, but steady growth as they begin to open up, rebuild trust & rediscover the connection they once had is wonderful to see. You can feel the tension between them leaping off the page (or screen, in my case!). From the moment Aurora stumbles back into Smoky Heights, the chemistry between them is undeniable - every interaction charged with a mix of unresolved feelings & simmering attraction.
Aurora's return to Smoky Heights after twelve years is a necessary evil to be able to take care of her mother. Myers captures Aurora's distaste for small-town life perfectly & it's no surprise that the townspeople aren’t quick to forgive her for the way she left. The way the town itself is brought to life through her words is incredible — the bar with its faulty right handle, the friendliness (& gossipy ways) of the locals & the breathtaking backdrop of the Smoky Mountains. You can picture every detail vividly, as if it’s right in front of you.
Aurora’s transformation from the confident, high-maintenanced lawyer who has gotten used to the comforts of New York, to a redefined Rory, someone who confronts her past heads-on & eventually reconnects with her roots is well-executed. Her journey from being distant & self-centered to showing compassion & care is a rewarding one, watching her rediscover her place within the community.
While the story takes a while to build, especially during the more “physical” scenes, the pacing feels necessary to explore all the layers of relationships & past wounds haunting the ones who need healing. Aurora & Wyatt finally confront each other about their shared history, but will they make peace with their past or let it drive them apart for good?
All in all, this story is filled with relatable characters & real-life situations in a setting that ultimately feels like home & will make you fall in love with small-town life à la Gilmore Girls. If you like stories about healing, community & the simmering tension between two past lovers, this book is one to put on your TBR ASAP!
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