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The Wilds of Montana #2
Chasing Wild
Summer Quinn’s life changed five years ago when she walked in on her boyfriend and her best friend in bed together. She silently left, ghosting both of them, and never looked back. She came to Bitterroot Valley, looking for a fresh start, and that’s exactly what she got.
After purchasing the local floral shop from her eccentric aunt and finding herself again in the absolute delight she brought to the community, Summer feels welcome and safe in her new home.
But things have started to happen. At first, she could blow it off as bad luck, or kids starting trouble. But then the bad luck turns into serious, life-threatening incidents that can’t be ignored.
Bitterroot Valley is Chase Wild’s town. His family settled the area almost a hundred and fifty years ago, and as a police officer, Chase takes pride in keeping his community safe. Sure, he’s had his eye on the gorgeous florist since she moved to town, but he’s kept his relationship with her strictly professional.
Now, someone’s trying to scare Summer. She claims she doesn’t know why, but Chase is determined to get to the bottom of it and drive the danger out of his town. As time passes, and the more he gets to know Summer, the harder it is to keep his hands off of the beautiful woman. With their connection growing, he’s falling in love with her and will do anything to keep her safe.
As Chase learns the truth of who is threatening Summer, will he be able to protect her, and will their love withstand the challenges ahead?
After purchasing the local floral shop from her eccentric aunt and finding herself again in the absolute delight she brought to the community, Summer feels welcome and safe in her new home.
But things have started to happen. At first, she could blow it off as bad luck, or kids starting trouble. But then the bad luck turns into serious, life-threatening incidents that can’t be ignored.
Bitterroot Valley is Chase Wild’s town. His family settled the area almost a hundred and fifty years ago, and as a police officer, Chase takes pride in keeping his community safe. Sure, he’s had his eye on the gorgeous florist since she moved to town, but he’s kept his relationship with her strictly professional.
Now, someone’s trying to scare Summer. She claims she doesn’t know why, but Chase is determined to get to the bottom of it and drive the danger out of his town. As time passes, and the more he gets to know Summer, the harder it is to keep his hands off of the beautiful woman. With their connection growing, he’s falling in love with her and will do anything to keep her safe.
As Chase learns the truth of who is threatening Summer, will he be able to protect her, and will their love withstand the challenges ahead?
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Kristen Proby
143 books16.5k followersKristen Proby is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over seventy published titles. She debuted in 2012, captivating fans with spicy contemporary romance about families and friends with plenty of swoony love. She also writes paranormal romance and suggests you keep the lights on while reading them.
When not under deadline, Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and their fur babies, riding her bike, relaxing with embroidery, trying her hand at painting, and, of course, enjoying her beautiful home in the mountains of Montana.
When not under deadline, Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband and their fur babies, riding her bike, relaxing with embroidery, trying her hand at painting, and, of course, enjoying her beautiful home in the mountains of Montana.
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August 4, 2025
RTC 🩷!!!!
Did not finish
August 16, 2024Dnf @ 34%
Not doing it for me. The writing style is not bad, but I just can't connect with it. Even up until this point, I couldn't feel the chemistry between them. Tension? A bit, I guess. But they're, idk, kind of bland together. Maybe it's too early to judge that, but I really don't want to continue if I can't feel any spark between the MCs. 🥲
Also, I don't get the sudden 180 of the FMC acting on her attraction to the MMC despite them knowing each other for the last five years. It just felt like it came out of nowhere. 🤷♀️
Then the thing that made me give up entirely was the freaking fact that the MMC is the second man she has been with in all her life. Apparently she's so afraid of intimacy that, after finding out her ex cheated on her, she didn't pursue anything with other men for the last five years. Oh, and to make matters worse, she never had an O. 🙄 In her mind, if she allowed herself to feel that she's making herself vulnerable, so she got used to faking it with her ex.
Not sure about the history of the MMC but he said he was attracted to her the first time he saw her (five years ago), but she rejected him because she just ended things with the cheating jerk and she's not ready. So they stayed in each other's circle over the years but never did anything with the attraction. 🤷♀️
My search effort didn't give me proof about his celibacy, but, idk, in my gut, I don't think he was. And I think this line somehow confirms that: "No, I don’t have any women’s underwear lying around from previous conquests." He said this the first time they slept, and she's looking for clothes.
Tbf, he's not giving a hoe vibe. But the almost virginal status of the FMC pissed me off so much that I couldn't find the drive to continue reading the book. Maybe it's actually a good story; I guess I'll never know anymore.
Anyway, that line and the FMC's celibacy left a sour taste and ruined my mood. So DNF it is. 🤷♀️
Not doing it for me. The writing style is not bad, but I just can't connect with it. Even up until this point, I couldn't feel the chemistry between them. Tension? A bit, I guess. But they're, idk, kind of bland together. Maybe it's too early to judge that, but I really don't want to continue if I can't feel any spark between the MCs. 🥲
Also, I don't get the sudden 180 of the FMC acting on her attraction to the MMC despite them knowing each other for the last five years. It just felt like it came out of nowhere. 🤷♀️
Then the thing that made me give up entirely was the freaking fact that the MMC is the second man she has been with in all her life. Apparently she's so afraid of intimacy that, after finding out her ex cheated on her, she didn't pursue anything with other men for the last five years. Oh, and to make matters worse, she never had an O. 🙄 In her mind, if she allowed herself to feel that she's making herself vulnerable, so she got used to faking it with her ex.
Not sure about the history of the MMC but he said he was attracted to her the first time he saw her (five years ago), but she rejected him because she just ended things with the cheating jerk and she's not ready. So they stayed in each other's circle over the years but never did anything with the attraction. 🤷♀️
My search effort didn't give me proof about his celibacy, but, idk, in my gut, I don't think he was. And I think this line somehow confirms that: "No, I don’t have any women’s underwear lying around from previous conquests." He said this the first time they slept, and she's looking for clothes.
Tbf, he's not giving a hoe vibe. But the almost virginal status of the FMC pissed me off so much that I couldn't find the drive to continue reading the book. Maybe it's actually a good story; I guess I'll never know anymore.
Anyway, that line and the FMC's celibacy left a sour taste and ruined my mood. So DNF it is. 🤷♀️
March 16, 2026
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4 Stars
3 on the spice scale
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This series came as an awesome surprise earlier this year with Wild For You. I hadn't read a Kristen Proby novel in many years, but Romance Bookstagram was all a flutter and I couldn't help but dive in. After enjoying that first entry so much, I couldn't wait to see what Chasing Wild had to say.
I was not disappointed.
Summer and Chase had me smiling and blushing through my whole trip back from Iowa to North Dakota today. It was a wonderful way to spend a drive. Caught up with the small town of Bitterroot Valley and all it's crew had me hooked.
I loved seeing how things were progressing for Erin and Remi as well, a big part of this novel is helping with the wedding, as Summer is a florist and is involved in a lot of events. I just loved the cozy vibe of it all.
This was a friends to lovers, it's about time we date, why-have-we-waited-so-long-when-everyone-knows-we're-perfect-for-each-other type of story. Haha! Which was a really nice change. While there of course is some suspense thrown in to keep us on our toes and to get Chase and Summer close to each other at first, it was just a pleasant romance to watch.
You can read this one as a standalone, but especially since they are working on the wedding of the couple from Book 1, I recommend you start there.
This was wonderfully performed by Stella Hunter and the delightfully growly Connor Crais. The narration was full-bodied and engaging the whole way through. I gobbled this whole story down in one sitting this weekend.
4.5 stars
3 on the spice scale
*Thank you to Must Love Audio & Kristen Proby for an ALC of this title.*
4 Stars
3 on the spice scale
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This series came as an awesome surprise earlier this year with Wild For You. I hadn't read a Kristen Proby novel in many years, but Romance Bookstagram was all a flutter and I couldn't help but dive in. After enjoying that first entry so much, I couldn't wait to see what Chasing Wild had to say.
I was not disappointed.
Summer and Chase had me smiling and blushing through my whole trip back from Iowa to North Dakota today. It was a wonderful way to spend a drive. Caught up with the small town of Bitterroot Valley and all it's crew had me hooked.
I loved seeing how things were progressing for Erin and Remi as well, a big part of this novel is helping with the wedding, as Summer is a florist and is involved in a lot of events. I just loved the cozy vibe of it all.
This was a friends to lovers, it's about time we date, why-have-we-waited-so-long-when-everyone-knows-we're-perfect-for-each-other type of story. Haha! Which was a really nice change. While there of course is some suspense thrown in to keep us on our toes and to get Chase and Summer close to each other at first, it was just a pleasant romance to watch.
You can read this one as a standalone, but especially since they are working on the wedding of the couple from Book 1, I recommend you start there.
This was wonderfully performed by Stella Hunter and the delightfully growly Connor Crais. The narration was full-bodied and engaging the whole way through. I gobbled this whole story down in one sitting this weekend.
4.5 stars
3 on the spice scale
*Thank you to Must Love Audio & Kristen Proby for an ALC of this title.*
May 19, 2024
🎧🎧AUDIOBOOK REVIEW🎧🎧
Narration ⇒ I really can’t complain because I enjoy both Stella Hunter & Connor Crais tremendously when they’re in my ears. I used my subscription to Everand to listen to this audiobook and the site is a godsend to my wallet!
Story ⇒ Soooooooooo, if you look back to the first book in this series and my review, I was highly disappointed. This story was a significantly more enjoyable romance journey for me, but this isn’t just a romance journey. There’s a suspense arc in the storyline that just fell very short for me. This will not resonate with everyone that might read this review, but I have to tell you what kept rolling thru my head from basically the start of this book >>> "There is only one Devney Perry." If you have to ask what that means, then you didn’t feel the book the same way I felt it and that’s okay. No two people read the same book and all that so *shrug*
Here's the thing, you have to make me believe in the circumstances happening in a story or what’s the point? Can anyone honestly tell me they did not know who the person behind the shenanigans being done towards Summer was from practically the beginning of this story? Did I know the reason for the shenanigans? No. Did I know how tangled that web of #fuckery was? No. So that’s what was suspenseful to me, the why and the co-conspirator. And guess what? Neither of those things was even a little bit fleshed out. The final event happens and then it’s practically the end of the book. WHY? WHY ANY OF IT? This book is only a few weeks out of release, but I need to vent so …
I’m invested in Ryan’s story already so I’m definitely moving forward with this series but maaaaaaaaan I am hoping against hope she does better than she’s done with these last two books! *fingers crossed*
Narration ⇒ I really can’t complain because I enjoy both Stella Hunter & Connor Crais tremendously when they’re in my ears. I used my subscription to Everand to listen to this audiobook and the site is a godsend to my wallet!
Story ⇒ Soooooooooo, if you look back to the first book in this series and my review, I was highly disappointed. This story was a significantly more enjoyable romance journey for me, but this isn’t just a romance journey. There’s a suspense arc in the storyline that just fell very short for me. This will not resonate with everyone that might read this review, but I have to tell you what kept rolling thru my head from basically the start of this book >>> "There is only one Devney Perry." If you have to ask what that means, then you didn’t feel the book the same way I felt it and that’s okay. No two people read the same book and all that so *shrug*
Here's the thing, you have to make me believe in the circumstances happening in a story or what’s the point? Can anyone honestly tell me they did not know who the person behind the shenanigans being done towards Summer was from practically the beginning of this story? Did I know the reason for the shenanigans? No. Did I know how tangled that web of #fuckery was? No. So that’s what was suspenseful to me, the why and the co-conspirator. And guess what? Neither of those things was even a little bit fleshed out. The final event happens and then it’s practically the end of the book. WHY? WHY ANY OF IT? This book is only a few weeks out of release, but I need to vent so …
I’m invested in Ryan’s story already so I’m definitely moving forward with this series but maaaaaaaaan I am hoping against hope she does better than she’s done with these last two books! *fingers crossed*
April 29, 2024
Chasing Wild by Kristen Proby
4/5 stars
Chasing Wild is the second book in The Wild of Montana series. I haven't read the first one yet. But I really liked this one.
The book starts with Summer finding her boyfriend in bed with her best friend. She decides to quietly leave them and moves to her aunt Paula's house faraway from them. And she really needed that escape. Her family is stifling and they don't respect her choices.
Montana truly heals her heart and soul. And she makes amazing friends over there. She takes over the shop from her aunt and her co-workers are so kind and supportive.
After someone tries to break into her home, officer Chase Wild and his brother Brady install a security system. And she and Chase finally take the next step and start dating. And that is what this story is about. About her love for Chase and his family. The bond she has with her friends. And finding out who is harassing her.
I really like the story. But this book is so, so sweet. So kind, so gentle, so supportive. And even though the storyline of the break in is in the book. I didn't add much action in the story. It was a little too sweet for me. So that is why I am giving it 4 instead of 5 stars. I know that some people will love it and devour it. But I prefer a book with a bit more rumble in it. So 4 stars overall from me.
Thank you Valentine PR for the opportunity to read and review this book. I am forever grateful. This review is written voluntarily and the opinions are my own.
4/5 stars
Chasing Wild is the second book in The Wild of Montana series. I haven't read the first one yet. But I really liked this one.
The book starts with Summer finding her boyfriend in bed with her best friend. She decides to quietly leave them and moves to her aunt Paula's house faraway from them. And she really needed that escape. Her family is stifling and they don't respect her choices.
Montana truly heals her heart and soul. And she makes amazing friends over there. She takes over the shop from her aunt and her co-workers are so kind and supportive.
After someone tries to break into her home, officer Chase Wild and his brother Brady install a security system. And she and Chase finally take the next step and start dating. And that is what this story is about. About her love for Chase and his family. The bond she has with her friends. And finding out who is harassing her.
I really like the story. But this book is so, so sweet. So kind, so gentle, so supportive. And even though the storyline of the break in is in the book. I didn't add much action in the story. It was a little too sweet for me. So that is why I am giving it 4 instead of 5 stars. I know that some people will love it and devour it. But I prefer a book with a bit more rumble in it. So 4 stars overall from me.
Thank you Valentine PR for the opportunity to read and review this book. I am forever grateful. This review is written voluntarily and the opinions are my own.
February 3, 2025
2.75 stars
ok, so, this book has been sitting in my tbr for a while because I had a feeling I wasn’t going to enjoy it. I tried so hard to love this book but it just didn’t work for me. I felt like there wasn’t a lot of development in the relationship between Summer and Chase. everything fell very fast from the first page. I wish there was more of a build up to them being together. the suspense element also felt underdeveloped and lacked any real shock value for me. if you are reading the series, definitely read it, but don’t expect too much :)
the suspense element was also poor
what to expect:
small town
flower shop owner x cowboy cop
friends to lovers
he falls first
found family
suspense subplot
ok, so, this book has been sitting in my tbr for a while because I had a feeling I wasn’t going to enjoy it. I tried so hard to love this book but it just didn’t work for me. I felt like there wasn’t a lot of development in the relationship between Summer and Chase. everything fell very fast from the first page. I wish there was more of a build up to them being together. the suspense element also felt underdeveloped and lacked any real shock value for me. if you are reading the series, definitely read it, but don’t expect too much :)
the suspense element was also poor
what to expect:
small town
flower shop owner x cowboy cop
friends to lovers
he falls first
found family
suspense subplot
July 31, 2024
If Connor Crais narrates it, I’m gonna listen to it. This series is SO GOOD!! Ugh, like so so good. It’s the blue collar guys for me everytime. Take me to Montana’s Bitterroot Valley! I was dying for Chase & Summer’s story and it did not disappoint! I love the suspense intermixed into these stories! So addictive! Onto the next!
May 4, 2024
3.5⭐️
Summer is leading a life she’s not passionate or happy about, but which has been forced onto her by her demanding parents, so when she finds her boyfriend in bed with her best friend she decided to pack up her life, leave everything behind & move to the small town of Bitterroot, Montana.
This book is a really short & simple read, coming in at just under 300 pages, so I flew through it, however the pacing sometimes felt a little slow for me so the book dragged in some places. This book was incredibly sweet, & quite enjoyable though, however I’m giving it a 3.5 because there just wasn’t anything about it that stuck out to me. I loved the first book in the series so I was excited about reading this one, however I think the issue for me was the fact that this was friends to lovers & I’m surprisingly not really a fan of that trope😭 hence why this might’ve been a little boring for me. However, even though the mystery plot was obvious to me from the beginning, it still kept me engaged & on the edge of my seat.
Summer was an endearing character. I loved the fact that even when shit blow up in her face she didn’t dwell on it or sook about it. She kept her head held high and persevered, & always wore a smile on her face. She was just pure sunshine & goodness. Chase was also a ray of sunshine. He was kind, gentle, protective, & manly in the best way possible. Together they were both just a very positive & sweet couple.
My issue with the friends to lovers trope is that the tension in most books with this trope always suffers, & I’m someone that NEEDS tension in the books I read otherwise I’ll be bored. & that’s unfortunately what happened here🫤 Their friendship & relationship was super cute, & they were a healthy couple, however I would’ve liked more build up & tension🙏🏼
One thing I really loved in this book though was the girl gang🥹 it was SO wholesome watching them all come together, and it has me feeling excited for the rest of the books in the series😍
Overall, it was a cute & sweet story that I still enjoyed, but just missed the mark a little for me.
Read if you like: friends to lovers, cowboy cop, small town romance, romantic suspense, he falls first, found family
Summer is leading a life she’s not passionate or happy about, but which has been forced onto her by her demanding parents, so when she finds her boyfriend in bed with her best friend she decided to pack up her life, leave everything behind & move to the small town of Bitterroot, Montana.
This book is a really short & simple read, coming in at just under 300 pages, so I flew through it, however the pacing sometimes felt a little slow for me so the book dragged in some places. This book was incredibly sweet, & quite enjoyable though, however I’m giving it a 3.5 because there just wasn’t anything about it that stuck out to me. I loved the first book in the series so I was excited about reading this one, however I think the issue for me was the fact that this was friends to lovers & I’m surprisingly not really a fan of that trope😭 hence why this might’ve been a little boring for me. However, even though the mystery plot was obvious to me from the beginning, it still kept me engaged & on the edge of my seat.
Summer was an endearing character. I loved the fact that even when shit blow up in her face she didn’t dwell on it or sook about it. She kept her head held high and persevered, & always wore a smile on her face. She was just pure sunshine & goodness. Chase was also a ray of sunshine. He was kind, gentle, protective, & manly in the best way possible. Together they were both just a very positive & sweet couple.
My issue with the friends to lovers trope is that the tension in most books with this trope always suffers, & I’m someone that NEEDS tension in the books I read otherwise I’ll be bored. & that’s unfortunately what happened here🫤 Their friendship & relationship was super cute, & they were a healthy couple, however I would’ve liked more build up & tension🙏🏼
One thing I really loved in this book though was the girl gang🥹 it was SO wholesome watching them all come together, and it has me feeling excited for the rest of the books in the series😍
Overall, it was a cute & sweet story that I still enjoyed, but just missed the mark a little for me.
Read if you like: friends to lovers, cowboy cop, small town romance, romantic suspense, he falls first, found family
May 7, 2024
I requested the ARC for Chasing Wild, because I enjoyed the first book in the Wilds of Montana series and I’m glad I did!
💙Small Town Montana
💙Hero Falls First
💙Protective Hero who is Cowboy Cop
💙Friends to Lovers
💙Found Family
💙A Creative/Florist Heroine (owns business)
💙Suspense Subplot (ultra light)
💙Heroine’s Girl Crew
Summer Quinn did not want the life her parents had planned for her. So after seeing her boyfriend in bed with her friend, Summer left her old life behind for Bitterroot, Montana. Fast forward 5 years later, Summer owns a successful flower shop, is happy making arrangements, and owns a rescue pup named Lily. Chase Wild has pined for Summer since she came to town 5 years ago, but stayed friends with her. Chase and Summer’s romance began slowly when someone tried to break into her house the 4th of July, and he was the responding officer. He would bring her lunch to make sure they eat and bonded with Lily! I love how he didn’t jump to conclusions but gave her space to talk even when the situation didn’t look good. They communicated well and were mature characters! The only ow/om drama came from the prologue that was explained within the book itself and another guy who wanted to date her for family’s political connections. The suspense subplot was ultra light and tied in well to the plot of the book. The heaviest parts of the book came from a secondary character (Jake) and his story being set up for the next book. None of this overshadowed the romance, which was slower but not obnoxiously so! There spice was what I except from Kristen Proby.
Chasing Wild has all of the feels that I wanted in a friends to lovers with a protective hero! I cannot wait for Ryan and Polly’s book! I cannot wait to see Jake, too! Thank you to Valentine PR and Kristen Proby for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
TW: Child abuse on page, stalking/harrassment
💙Small Town Montana
💙Hero Falls First
💙Protective Hero who is Cowboy Cop
💙Friends to Lovers
💙Found Family
💙A Creative/Florist Heroine (owns business)
💙Suspense Subplot (ultra light)
💙Heroine’s Girl Crew
Summer Quinn did not want the life her parents had planned for her. So after seeing her boyfriend in bed with her friend, Summer left her old life behind for Bitterroot, Montana. Fast forward 5 years later, Summer owns a successful flower shop, is happy making arrangements, and owns a rescue pup named Lily. Chase Wild has pined for Summer since she came to town 5 years ago, but stayed friends with her. Chase and Summer’s romance began slowly when someone tried to break into her house the 4th of July, and he was the responding officer. He would bring her lunch to make sure they eat and bonded with Lily! I love how he didn’t jump to conclusions but gave her space to talk even when the situation didn’t look good. They communicated well and were mature characters! The only ow/om drama came from the prologue that was explained within the book itself and another guy who wanted to date her for family’s political connections. The suspense subplot was ultra light and tied in well to the plot of the book. The heaviest parts of the book came from a secondary character (Jake) and his story being set up for the next book. None of this overshadowed the romance, which was slower but not obnoxiously so! There spice was what I except from Kristen Proby.
Chasing Wild has all of the feels that I wanted in a friends to lovers with a protective hero! I cannot wait for Ryan and Polly’s book! I cannot wait to see Jake, too! Thank you to Valentine PR and Kristen Proby for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
TW: Child abuse on page, stalking/harrassment
May 28, 2024
I just adore this light, sweet, cozy romance series from Kristen Proby! I recommend this if you want something with no angst, just a sweet happy romance with some romantic suspense elements thrown into it. Looking forward to the next book in July!
July 20, 2024
"She’s addictive. I knew she would be, and that once I started kissing her, getting my hands on her, I wouldn’t want to stop. I was right."
I adored Chase & Summer, they were so loveable! This is my first time reading a book by Kristen Proby and it was really engaging. The plot was lighthearted but also had some thrill. I loved Chase. He did everything right. He was smart, strong, sensible and I liked how he was always there for Summer. Summer was cute and kind but sometimes I found her to be very naive and I just hoped that she was more aware of her surroundings because the situation she found herself in was very alarming and she should've not taken it so lightly the first time it happened with her. But I liked the romance, it was simple and the chemistry between Chase & Summer made me feel the butterflies. The plot and the culprit though was very predictable and the ending felt abrupt tbh. I mean one minute the whole thing is unraveled and the next, Chase & Summer are getting their HEA. While I enjoyed the book, it wasn't anything extraordinary. So, it was a 3.5 star read at its best for me.
I received an ARC in exchange of an honest review
I adored Chase & Summer, they were so loveable! This is my first time reading a book by Kristen Proby and it was really engaging. The plot was lighthearted but also had some thrill. I loved Chase. He did everything right. He was smart, strong, sensible and I liked how he was always there for Summer. Summer was cute and kind but sometimes I found her to be very naive and I just hoped that she was more aware of her surroundings because the situation she found herself in was very alarming and she should've not taken it so lightly the first time it happened with her. But I liked the romance, it was simple and the chemistry between Chase & Summer made me feel the butterflies. The plot and the culprit though was very predictable and the ending felt abrupt tbh. I mean one minute the whole thing is unraveled and the next, Chase & Summer are getting their HEA. While I enjoyed the book, it wasn't anything extraordinary. So, it was a 3.5 star read at its best for me.
I received an ARC in exchange of an honest review
September 29, 2024
Small town romance with Wild brother Chase and the town's florist Summer.
This was a super easy small town romance that fans of Devney Perry will enjoy. This book sat at four stars up until the last 10%, when it just became slightly silly.
Tropes included:
- Friends-to-lovers
- Small town romance
- Mystery
- Interconnected standalones
This was a super easy small town romance that fans of Devney Perry will enjoy. This book sat at four stars up until the last 10%, when it just became slightly silly.
Tropes included:
- Friends-to-lovers
- Small town romance
- Mystery
- Interconnected standalones
May 18, 2024
This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review. Also my tags may have spoilers in them so be forewarned before checking out full review.
Book Evaluation:
Plot: 🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️🎞️
World Building:🌎🌎🌎🌎🌎
Cover:📔📔📔📔📔
Hero: 🦸🏻🦸🏻🦸🏻🦸🏻
Heroine:🦸🏻♀️🦸🏻♀️🦸🏻♀️🦸🏻♀️
Intimacy Level: 🔥🔥🔥
Relationship Building: 💒💒💒💒
Heart & Feels:💞💞💞💞💞
Witty/Banter/Reaction of Laughter: 😂😂😂😂
Page Turner Level:📖📖📖📖
Narration:🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧
Ending:🧧🧧🧧🧧
Overall View: ✨✨✨✨.25
First Impressions
Chasing Wild is the second book in the "Wilds of Montana" and its also the second in this wonderful series. I will say that you can read these books as standalone, but understand that you will see characters from her other books. But I don't think you need to read those books to read these. My first impression from this story is that it was endearing and sweet. I loved the growth between these two and it was such a blast to be back into this town and this group of friends and family.
First Line
I'm so freaking tired.
The Main Protagonists
The Hero: Chase Wild
The Heroine: Summer Quin
Summary
Chasing Wild is a story of Summer coming back to her hometown and she sets up a floral shop in town. Its been a few years and she has really settled into her life with her dog. But then sparks start to fly between her and Chase Wild, when a series of events is putting her as a target for someone who is showing signs of stalking her. Chase seems to be the only man that she trusts. There is a strong connection that begins to form between them. But when the danger escalates for Summer, they are in a forced proximity situation that only builds their connection with each other.
What I Loved
This story was so endearing, I truly love these books the most from this author. There is something about them that so easily works for me and NO THIRD ACT BREAKUPS which she is well known for, so its really refreshing to see her write books that don't have those elements but are more suspenseful focused, so she is doing some things differently with her plots that I am really enjoying. I also have found that the romances are just so much more connecting than I remember her other books being. I am able to get into these stories so much easier.
What I Struggled With
I think the aspect I didn't like was the focus on feminism in this book. I get women want to be independent but the way it was portrayed just seemed like overkill to me.
Narration
SUPER BRILLIANT! These two are such a good team when they get together and they really brought this story to life. You really get sucked into the setting so well and the way that you want to fight for these characters is so wonderful in how they capture it just right.
Overall View
Chasing Wild was a endearingly sweet romance that delivered some solid feels and had much heart that made an impact! If you love small town romance, you need to give this series a try!
Book Details (also in my shelves)
Sub Genre: Contemporary Romance
Character Types: Cowboy, Law Enforcement, Protector
Themes: Small Town, Stalker, Danger elements
Tropes: Return to Hometown, Friends to Lovers, Forced Proximity, Protector
Book Perspective
Duo POV
Relationship Conflict vs Plot Conflict
Plot Conflict
If you like these authors, I recommend This Book
Catherine Cowles, Katy Evans, Sarina Bowen
Recommendation For Reading Order
Read as a Standalone if needed
Steam/Spice Explanations
Steamin' up the room -the sexual content is more explicit in the language and tone, heavier amount of sexual scenes.
Narrators:
Stella Hunter
Connor Crais
May 14, 2025
I just want everyone to know that I’m claiming Ryan - right here. Right now. Okay thanks, bye.
No, but all seriousness, this book was AMAZING. AGAIN. I don’t know how Kristen does this, but she always manages to grab the reader so quickly and I am completely enamored with this world by chapter two - again. It never fails.
Chase & Summer were everything I wanted in this book. I loved it so much because we didn’t have a ton of world building that was needed like the first book. Also, the two characters have been dancing around each other for five years and it was obvious in book one. So that made this whole story that much more enjoyable - we dove straight into their story.
The suspense in this story was *chefs kiss* and I loved it more than book one’s. I think it’s because with Chase being a cop, the suspense was more applicable to this story.
The Wild men, though, are absolutely amazing. Every single one of them. I love how caring and thoughtful they are, but also how much love they love their woman and value their family. Kristen wrote one of my favorite families to date.
You’ll like this book if you like
✨ cowboy cop
✨ FMC entrepreneur
✨ small town
✨ protective MMC
✨ friends to lovers
✨ no third act breakup
✨ “Eyes on me”🤭
4.5⭐️ | 2🌶️
No, but all seriousness, this book was AMAZING. AGAIN. I don’t know how Kristen does this, but she always manages to grab the reader so quickly and I am completely enamored with this world by chapter two - again. It never fails.
Chase & Summer were everything I wanted in this book. I loved it so much because we didn’t have a ton of world building that was needed like the first book. Also, the two characters have been dancing around each other for five years and it was obvious in book one. So that made this whole story that much more enjoyable - we dove straight into their story.
The suspense in this story was *chefs kiss* and I loved it more than book one’s. I think it’s because with Chase being a cop, the suspense was more applicable to this story.
The Wild men, though, are absolutely amazing. Every single one of them. I love how caring and thoughtful they are, but also how much love they love their woman and value their family. Kristen wrote one of my favorite families to date.
You’ll like this book if you like
✨ cowboy cop
✨ FMC entrepreneur
✨ small town
✨ protective MMC
✨ friends to lovers
✨ no third act breakup
✨ “Eyes on me”🤭
4.5⭐️ | 2🌶️
May 3, 2024
I had to DNF this book at 44%, I couldn’t make it through the second half of the book. Maybe it’s just me, but I thought the whole storyline was boring. There is supposed to be a suspenseful portion to the book where someone is scaring Summer, but I am halfway through it and nothing has happened or been looked into. Nothing really has happened other than Chase and Summer going on a few dates. Plus I love a small town romance but this had too many small town cliches. And some of the things that came out of the main characters mouth were so cringey
For example “Well, then, we didn’t see each other for a couple of weeks because we were both busy with work and stuff, but yesterday, he surprised me with a really sweet evening at his place, and…we went to pound town.” I think I literally threw up after this and that’s when I gave up with the book.
For example “Well, then, we didn’t see each other for a couple of weeks because we were both busy with work and stuff, but yesterday, he surprised me with a really sweet evening at his place, and…we went to pound town.” I think I literally threw up after this and that’s when I gave up with the book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 9, 2024
This was quite the enjoyable listen! Stella Hunter and Connor Crais did a fantastic job narrating Summer and Chase's voice. They brought these characters to life and I enjoyed the storyline. I loved this couple but I also loved all the many side characters that came with them. I need to go back and grab the audiobook for book one so I can get more while I wait for book three to release next. Great audiobook!
May 8, 2024
ARC BOOK REVIEW ✨
Title: Chasing Wild
Author: Kristen Proby
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Release Date: May 9th
I am SO EXCITED to be back in Bitterroot, Montana ya’ll! This small town has engraved itself in my heart forever.
I have been DYING for the next Wild sibling, and Chase did NOT disappoint 😍 He is the ultimate book boyfriend, and I can’t wait to see him on all your lists😮💨. A COWBOY COP??? I mean come on 🥵 All the little things he did for Summer to make her feel loved and seen.. SWOON🥰 This man is obsessed with taking care of and protecting his woman and I am here for it.
I loved Summer from the moment we saw her in Wild for You. She is such a strong lovable FMC that you get to know and adore quickly. Also, I would LOVE to work at her flower shop. She is surrounded by a team of incredible women. I too want to join the Iconic Women’s Collective.
If you know Kristen, you know there is going to be some suspense in her storyline. This book will have you crying, laughing, and yelling at the pages. I already can’t wait until the next Wild brother, Ryan in hospital book, Wildest Dreams🤍
Tropes:
- Small Town Romance
- Cowboy Cop
- He Falls First
- Friends to Lovers
- Suspense
Title: Chasing Wild
Author: Kristen Proby
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️
Release Date: May 9th
I am SO EXCITED to be back in Bitterroot, Montana ya’ll! This small town has engraved itself in my heart forever.
I have been DYING for the next Wild sibling, and Chase did NOT disappoint 😍 He is the ultimate book boyfriend, and I can’t wait to see him on all your lists😮💨. A COWBOY COP??? I mean come on 🥵 All the little things he did for Summer to make her feel loved and seen.. SWOON🥰 This man is obsessed with taking care of and protecting his woman and I am here for it.
I loved Summer from the moment we saw her in Wild for You. She is such a strong lovable FMC that you get to know and adore quickly. Also, I would LOVE to work at her flower shop. She is surrounded by a team of incredible women. I too want to join the Iconic Women’s Collective.
If you know Kristen, you know there is going to be some suspense in her storyline. This book will have you crying, laughing, and yelling at the pages. I already can’t wait until the next Wild brother, Ryan in hospital book, Wildest Dreams🤍
Tropes:
- Small Town Romance
- Cowboy Cop
- He Falls First
- Friends to Lovers
- Suspense
December 29, 2024
4.5 stars.
I love the Wild family, and since I only read the first one yesterday and now this one today, I think that says a lot about my enjoyment of this series. In here, we focus on the cop in the family, Chase. Chase is funny, kind, protective, and he's got that great alpha side, too. I loved Summer, too. She was just so warm and relatable, I felt awful for her and her past. I loved that she had made her own life, running her own business, despite her parents' expectations. There was some suspense with Summer being harassed and her house broken into and vandalized, but that just got the ball rolling for Chase and Summer. They were so cute together. I loved how when they finally gave into their crushes on one another, they had great communication, and Chase was quick to call Summer out when she omited something, even if it was by accident. I guessed the villain, but like with book one, I really don't care. I loved this book, read it in one sitting, and once again, I need more.
I love the Wild family, and since I only read the first one yesterday and now this one today, I think that says a lot about my enjoyment of this series. In here, we focus on the cop in the family, Chase. Chase is funny, kind, protective, and he's got that great alpha side, too. I loved Summer, too. She was just so warm and relatable, I felt awful for her and her past. I loved that she had made her own life, running her own business, despite her parents' expectations. There was some suspense with Summer being harassed and her house broken into and vandalized, but that just got the ball rolling for Chase and Summer. They were so cute together. I loved how when they finally gave into their crushes on one another, they had great communication, and Chase was quick to call Summer out when she omited something, even if it was by accident. I guessed the villain, but like with book one, I really don't care. I loved this book, read it in one sitting, and once again, I need more.
May 3, 2024
Holy feelings. This book hit me right in the feels. Chase and Summer’s love story is one for the books. This small town has engraved themselves in my heart and I love seeing the new couples that form as the series progresses.
Summer’s heart was broken and she moved to Montana to start fresh. Chase was giving her time to heal before he tried making her his again. A series of events bring Summer closer to Chase because her life might be in danger and he is the town sheriff.
Let’s just saying solving mysteries is not the only thing the two get together for *wink* Chase is the ultimate book boyfriend. All of the little things he did for Summer to make her feel loved made my heart so happy. My girl deserved the world and I was so happy that she got it.
Summer’s heart was broken and she moved to Montana to start fresh. Chase was giving her time to heal before he tried making her his again. A series of events bring Summer closer to Chase because her life might be in danger and he is the town sheriff.
Let’s just saying solving mysteries is not the only thing the two get together for *wink* Chase is the ultimate book boyfriend. All of the little things he did for Summer to make her feel loved made my heart so happy. My girl deserved the world and I was so happy that she got it.
May 30, 2024
4/5⭐️ 3/5🌶️ 5/5🎧
I really loved this book. It had all the swoony things. Your all around golden retriever good cop MMC, Chase, that literally worships the ground Summer walks on. Summer turned Chase down the first time he asked, but baby boy didn’t give up. And we’re so glad he didn’t. Give me any of the Wild brothers and I’d be happy. Love the found family aspect for Summer and the woman empowerment in this book. And Lily, their dog, such a sweet little comfort pet! This was a pretty light read with good spice, and a splash of drama. A perfect palate cleanser!
The dual narration between Stella Hunter and Connor Crais was perfection. I loved this duo together.
I really loved this book. It had all the swoony things. Your all around golden retriever good cop MMC, Chase, that literally worships the ground Summer walks on. Summer turned Chase down the first time he asked, but baby boy didn’t give up. And we’re so glad he didn’t. Give me any of the Wild brothers and I’d be happy. Love the found family aspect for Summer and the woman empowerment in this book. And Lily, their dog, such a sweet little comfort pet! This was a pretty light read with good spice, and a splash of drama. A perfect palate cleanser!
The dual narration between Stella Hunter and Connor Crais was perfection. I loved this duo together.
March 4, 2025
This book effortlessly blends some of the best romance tropes: small-town charm, a found family dynamic, friends-to-lovers progression, and a protective MMC who will stop at nothing to keep the woman he loves safe. Every page reinforces how perfect Summer and Chase are for each other, and their journey is filled with moments that will make your heart ache in the best way.
Chase Wild is definitely sweet. I loved how sweet and attentive he was to Summer. This cowboy cop is the ultimate book boyfriend! I also enjoyed the elements of suspense in Chase and Summer’s story.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais’s narration was so good that it really made this story and characters come alive.
“You’re the center. You’re the reason for everything, including every breath I take. I love you so much.”
Hoopla listen 🎶 3.85 rating
Chase Wild is definitely sweet. I loved how sweet and attentive he was to Summer. This cowboy cop is the ultimate book boyfriend! I also enjoyed the elements of suspense in Chase and Summer’s story.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais’s narration was so good that it really made this story and characters come alive.
“You’re the center. You’re the reason for everything, including every breath I take. I love you so much.”
Hoopla listen 🎶 3.85 rating
June 9, 2024
Kristen is a newish to me author and so far both the books I’ve read have been winners! I really loved the florist aspect for Summer and small town setting. Plus with the police officer MMC falling first? Oh yes! Do men like Chase Wild actually exist? Cause damn. 🥵 It did feel like they got together super fast without a ton of development but I guess it had been years they had before. Just wish we could have had more of that on page. And the person behind the “pranks” ended up being super obvious. But otherwise I really enjoyed this book.
April 27, 2024
**Audio Review**Chase Wild = swoon! Chasing Wild by Kristen Proby was a sweet, swoony, and suspenseful romance full of heart and had everything I crave in a small-town romance. Summer and Chase’s journey was full of unexpected challenges and steamy moments that I couldn’t get enough of. I think I fall a little bit harder for each and every Wild and the town of Bitteroot Valley.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais perform this audiobook in dual narration, and I need more of this pairing! Stella’s soothing, melodic voice captured Summer’s passionate and dedicated persona and also uncovered some vulnerabilities from her past that Chase helped her overcome. Connor took a warm charismatic tone for Chase that conveyed the love, longing, and protectiveness he felt for Summer and the citizens of Bitteroot Valley. Plus, the second-chance chemistry between these two was magnetic right from the start, and Stella and Connor brought the heat.
Overall, I LOVED this book. If you are a fan of a small-town romance with a hot chivalrous cop, a hardworking flower shop owner, a cute French bulldog, friends-to-lovers, dangerous lurkers, a new security system, swoony first dates, tub soaks, steamy times, loyal-loving family, mountain weddings, dream houses, hiking dates, shocking truths, and a HEA that will do wild things to your heart, then you will love Summer and Chase’s romance. I always look forward to more from Kristen Proby.
Stella Hunter and Connor Crais perform this audiobook in dual narration, and I need more of this pairing! Stella’s soothing, melodic voice captured Summer’s passionate and dedicated persona and also uncovered some vulnerabilities from her past that Chase helped her overcome. Connor took a warm charismatic tone for Chase that conveyed the love, longing, and protectiveness he felt for Summer and the citizens of Bitteroot Valley. Plus, the second-chance chemistry between these two was magnetic right from the start, and Stella and Connor brought the heat.
Overall, I LOVED this book. If you are a fan of a small-town romance with a hot chivalrous cop, a hardworking flower shop owner, a cute French bulldog, friends-to-lovers, dangerous lurkers, a new security system, swoony first dates, tub soaks, steamy times, loyal-loving family, mountain weddings, dream houses, hiking dates, shocking truths, and a HEA that will do wild things to your heart, then you will love Summer and Chase’s romance. I always look forward to more from Kristen Proby.
October 11, 2025
2.5 stars - this one wasn’t great, but wasn’t bad. I kinda like that there’s a suspense element in these stories but the reveal isn’t drawn out - the big, culminating event happens and the mystery is solved without any ado.
December 23, 2025
Audiobook.
May 10, 2024
Chasing Wild is the second book in the Wilds of Montana series. This one is Chase and Summer's story. I was really looking forward to this one because I enjoyed the first book immensely. This one did not disappoint. Chase and Summer have been kind of circling each other for years. When Summer finally gives in and agrees to a date with Chase, sparks fly. I loved these two together. I loved how Chase took things really slow with Summer. It really built up anticipation for that first kiss. There is a little mystery as to who is trying to make Summer's life miserable. I liked that part of the story as well.
This is a great addition to the series and I can't wait to read Ryan and Poppy's book next!
This is a great addition to the series and I can't wait to read Ryan and Poppy's book next!
May 22, 2024
This had potential to be good but fell short for me.
It was suppose to be a romantic suspense but it felt like the suspense part was forgotten at times.
Some of the writing was very cringey, especially the sexy parts. There’s one particular part that I was like 🥴
““Well, then, we didn’t see each other for a couple of weeks because we were both busy with work and stuff, but yesterday, he surprised me with a really sweet evening at his place, and… we went to pound town.””
““I had sex with him. You know… pound town.”
So awkward!
It was suppose to be a romantic suspense but it felt like the suspense part was forgotten at times.
Some of the writing was very cringey, especially the sexy parts. There’s one particular part that I was like 🥴
““Well, then, we didn’t see each other for a couple of weeks because we were both busy with work and stuff, but yesterday, he surprised me with a really sweet evening at his place, and… we went to pound town.””
““I had sex with him. You know… pound town.”
So awkward!
January 26, 2025
The mystery/crime aspect was pretty weak but the romance was cute.
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