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Silver Pines Ranch #5
Chasing the Fire
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Olivia Sutton is the sweetheart of Laurel Creek. The owner of a popular boutique, she enjoys the comforts of home, her cat, and freshly baked treats. Yet beneath her good girl exterior, Olivia harbour’s a secret desire for something more intense—a man who can take control.
Enter Asher Reed, the town’s deputy fire chief, known for his intense eyes and mysterious past. Asher keeps everything in his life tightly controlled. Except when it comes to Olivia, the golden-haired shop owner who has captured his attention in ways he can’t ignore.
When a fire damages Olivia’s home, Asher steps in to pick up the pieces. As they spend more time together, Olivia soon realises that the smoldering firefighter might be the key to her deepest desires.
But when she discovers the truth about his past, will their connection ignite into a blazing romance or be extinguished by the weight of his secrets?
Enter Asher Reed, the town’s deputy fire chief, known for his intense eyes and mysterious past. Asher keeps everything in his life tightly controlled. Except when it comes to Olivia, the golden-haired shop owner who has captured his attention in ways he can’t ignore.
When a fire damages Olivia’s home, Asher steps in to pick up the pieces. As they spend more time together, Olivia soon realises that the smoldering firefighter might be the key to her deepest desires.
But when she discovers the truth about his past, will their connection ignite into a blazing romance or be extinguished by the weight of his secrets?
416 pages, Paperback
First published April 14, 2026
About the author
Paisley Hope
13 books4,734 followersPaisley Hope is a USA Today and Sunday Times Bestselling author of spicy contemporary romance. Her books are full of found family, dreamy settings, swoony moments and happily ever afters. She also writes darker romances that will keep your pulse racing.
Paisley spends all her free time with her husband and kids. She loves to bake, garden and travel.
Paisley spends all her free time with her husband and kids. She loves to bake, garden and travel.
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April 14, 2026
This was such an amazing book, I have no words, I loved it so much!!!
It was emotional, filled with vulnerability, found family and two people who deserved the world and were absolutely perfect for each other.
Olivia always had a plan for her life, but that plan didn't include the gorgeous and mysterious fire chief Asher Reed. He's been protective over her since the day he met her, but he always stayed away, until a weak moment at the wedding made them both stop fighting the connection they feel. It was supposed to be an one-time thing, but an unexpected pregnancy is about to change everything. Now they committed to being just friends and co-parents, they have a pact, but they are about to cross all their boundaries.. His past holds dark secrets though, secrets that may destroy them..
I loved Asher so much, he deserved so much better, his past and the way he felt he didn't deserve all the good things in his life broke my heart. Seeing him open up to his Livi girl was so special, as was their bond. He did everything for her and their little bear and the way she brought light in his life made me so emotional.
Liv was such a ray of sunshine, always clumsy and overthinking, always there for everyone. I loved seeing her be treated right, how settled she felt with Asher, how loved. I absolutely adored her.
Also, I really loved her parents, they were so amazing and supportive and it made me so happy seeing how they accepted Asher.
They were so perfect together. I loved the way they were with each other, how he always protected her, how he made sure she was happy, how she made him more comfortable to open up, how she brightened his life. They were a team, since the very beginning, they grew together and supported one another. I have to say, while accidental pregnancy isn't a trope I generally enjoy, I absolutely loved it here. I feel it was necessary for their story, there were things he needed to overcome, demons he needed to conquer and them having something so special, something they both wanted, gave them an opportunity to connect deeper. It made their story so much more special. All the little things he would do for her, the things he made for her as gifts, the box and the olive wood, made me cry a little.. Those were such wonderful moments, I honestly don't know how to explain the amount of joy I felt reading it. I also cried far too many times, this story carried a lot more depth than I was expecting and that moment near the end made me incredibly emotional.
"𝓨𝓸𝓾 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓶𝓮, 𝔂𝓮𝓪𝓱?"
The spicy scenes were also really good, I did enjoyed them and while I don't exactly like certain nicknames, I loved these two far too much to care about any of that here. There was quite a few of them though and I know that isn't everyones preference, so be warned.
I know I didn't read the first three books, a mistake I'm going to rectify immediately, but I can still say, without a doubt, this is my favourite book in the series!!
*And now that I've read them all, I still stand behind that statement.*
I loved the found family they created, how close they were and the way they were always there for each other, especially the way Nash was there for Asher. And I, of course, absolutely adored the girls, they are such an amazing group!!
I also loved seeing Cassie and Haden again, I have a special attachment to them, as their book was the first one I read.
This was such a great ending and I can't wait for the next series.
Paisley Hope has really climbed to the top of my favourite writers, I absolutely adore the way she writes!!
*Thank you to Netgalley and to Random House UK, Cornerstone for providing me with an ARC.*
It was emotional, filled with vulnerability, found family and two people who deserved the world and were absolutely perfect for each other.
Olivia always had a plan for her life, but that plan didn't include the gorgeous and mysterious fire chief Asher Reed. He's been protective over her since the day he met her, but he always stayed away, until a weak moment at the wedding made them both stop fighting the connection they feel. It was supposed to be an one-time thing, but an unexpected pregnancy is about to change everything. Now they committed to being just friends and co-parents, they have a pact, but they are about to cross all their boundaries.. His past holds dark secrets though, secrets that may destroy them..
I loved Asher so much, he deserved so much better, his past and the way he felt he didn't deserve all the good things in his life broke my heart. Seeing him open up to his Livi girl was so special, as was their bond. He did everything for her and their little bear and the way she brought light in his life made me so emotional.
Liv was such a ray of sunshine, always clumsy and overthinking, always there for everyone. I loved seeing her be treated right, how settled she felt with Asher, how loved. I absolutely adored her.
Also, I really loved her parents, they were so amazing and supportive and it made me so happy seeing how they accepted Asher.
They were so perfect together. I loved the way they were with each other, how he always protected her, how he made sure she was happy, how she made him more comfortable to open up, how she brightened his life. They were a team, since the very beginning, they grew together and supported one another. I have to say, while accidental pregnancy isn't a trope I generally enjoy, I absolutely loved it here. I feel it was necessary for their story, there were things he needed to overcome, demons he needed to conquer and them having something so special, something they both wanted, gave them an opportunity to connect deeper. It made their story so much more special. All the little things he would do for her, the things he made for her as gifts, the box and the olive wood, made me cry a little.. Those were such wonderful moments, I honestly don't know how to explain the amount of joy I felt reading it. I also cried far too many times, this story carried a lot more depth than I was expecting and that moment near the end made me incredibly emotional.
"𝓨𝓸𝓾 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓶𝓮, 𝔂𝓮𝓪𝓱?"
The spicy scenes were also really good, I did enjoyed them and while I don't exactly like certain nicknames, I loved these two far too much to care about any of that here. There was quite a few of them though and I know that isn't everyones preference, so be warned.
I know I didn't read the first three books, a mistake I'm going to rectify immediately, but I can still say, without a doubt, this is my favourite book in the series!!
*And now that I've read them all, I still stand behind that statement.*
I loved the found family they created, how close they were and the way they were always there for each other, especially the way Nash was there for Asher. And I, of course, absolutely adored the girls, they are such an amazing group!!
I also loved seeing Cassie and Haden again, I have a special attachment to them, as their book was the first one I read.
This was such a great ending and I can't wait for the next series.
Paisley Hope has really climbed to the top of my favourite writers, I absolutely adore the way she writes!!
*Thank you to Netgalley and to Random House UK, Cornerstone for providing me with an ARC.*
April 17, 2026
I was hovering somewhere between 3.5 and 4 stars, so let’s just leave it in that chaotic little limbo 😅😂
First, let’s address the thing that absolutely sabotaged my rating.
And no, before anyone jumps me, it is NOT the trope.
Yes, I am a certified unexpected pregnancy hater, but somehow that wasn’t even the biggest crime committed here.
No
It was the pet name.
The pet name our MMC gave the FMC.
Let me say it slowly:
Kitten.
Again.
Kitten.
I’m so sorry to everyone who eats that up, but for me? Every single time he said it, a small part of my soul left my body. It gave me the overwhelming urge to close my Kindle, throw it across the room, and stare at the wall in silence.
BUT.
And does anyone know how to turn on the word count on Kindle?
Because the phrase “aching cock” is literally all that’s occupying my brain right now.
Like I swear if I highlighted every time that phrase showed up, my entire screen would be glowing.
Still, I pushed through.
Because unfortunately… the rest of what came out of that man’s mouth?
Absolutely criminal.
Life-changing.
Need to be studied in a lab.
And trust me, we will be dedicating a whole section to Chief Reed’s mouth later because that man deserves his own review.
Now let’s talk about the trope.
Listen.
I knew what I was signing up for. I walked into this fully aware that this woman was about to get pregnant at some point. I braced myself. I lit a candle. I prepared emotionally.
So for the majority of the book, I simply decided to pretend she wasn’t pregnant. Delusion is sometimes necessary for survival. For some scenes, this worked beautifully. For others… absolutely not.
The labor scene, for example?
Yeah no, there was no amount of denial that was going to help me there.
But what really got me is that I feel like they barely had time to even BREATHE around each other before boom — pregnancy. And that’s what annoys me the most with this trope.
Because the chemistry was THERE.
The tension from the previous four books? Insane.
You could literally feel it simmering. And I was so ready for us to sit in that tension a little longer. Give me the longing. Give me the yearning. Give me the “one bed but nothing happens yet.”
Instead, she gets pregnant almost immediately and suddenly all my carefully crafted hopes and dreams are launched directly out the nearest window.
Because then the question keeps haunting me: Would they still have found their way to each other without the pregnancy and the baby?
Don’t get me wrong, later on you definitely feel the lust evolving into something deeper. The love development is there. But that what if lingers in the back of my mind the whole time. And that’s exactly why I usually can’t stand this trope.
Olivia?
Cute. Sweet. Perfectly fine. But also… she is basically every FMC in this type of book ever. Like girl I support you, but I cannot tell you one singular unique thing about you....
HOWEVER.
NONE OF THAT MATTERS.
Because now we need to talk about the real star of this book.
ASHER. MF. REED.
HELLO??????
CHIEF REED??????
SIR??????
WHY ARE YOU TALKING LIKE THAT??????
EXCUSE ME?????????
I’M SORRY?????
WHO SAID YOU COULD TALK TO ME LIKE THIS?????
SIR.
SIRRRRRRR.
I AM LOOKING RESPECTFULLY AND ALSO NOT RESPECTFULLY.
And the “delete that fucking app” line???
OH HE WAS POSSESSIVE POSSESSIVE.
Do you need more?
DO YOU NEED MORE???
Because I personally did not recover.
If you are going to read this book, do it for Asher mf Reed.
That man single-handedly carried this rating on his broad, filthy-talking shoulders.
And finally, an honourable mention to Cat Dick — you have my whole heart with your tiny little page time. Truly the unexpected star of this book.
Appeared too little, loved too much.
_________________
pre-read
Apparently this is out… I got the dates completely wrong!!! 😭 This is a BUSY April for me—I AM SO READY FOR THIS. I’ve been waiting since book 2 for this one!!! 🔥
First, let’s address the thing that absolutely sabotaged my rating.
And no, before anyone jumps me, it is NOT the trope.
Yes, I am a certified unexpected pregnancy hater, but somehow that wasn’t even the biggest crime committed here.
No
It was the pet name.
The pet name our MMC gave the FMC.
Let me say it slowly:
Kitten.
Again.
Kitten.
I’m so sorry to everyone who eats that up, but for me? Every single time he said it, a small part of my soul left my body. It gave me the overwhelming urge to close my Kindle, throw it across the room, and stare at the wall in silence.
BUT.
And does anyone know how to turn on the word count on Kindle?
Because the phrase “aching cock” is literally all that’s occupying my brain right now.
Like I swear if I highlighted every time that phrase showed up, my entire screen would be glowing.
Still, I pushed through.
Because unfortunately… the rest of what came out of that man’s mouth?
Absolutely criminal.
Life-changing.
Need to be studied in a lab.
And trust me, we will be dedicating a whole section to Chief Reed’s mouth later because that man deserves his own review.
Now let’s talk about the trope.
Listen.
I knew what I was signing up for. I walked into this fully aware that this woman was about to get pregnant at some point. I braced myself. I lit a candle. I prepared emotionally.
So for the majority of the book, I simply decided to pretend she wasn’t pregnant. Delusion is sometimes necessary for survival. For some scenes, this worked beautifully. For others… absolutely not.
The labor scene, for example?
Yeah no, there was no amount of denial that was going to help me there.
But what really got me is that I feel like they barely had time to even BREATHE around each other before boom — pregnancy. And that’s what annoys me the most with this trope.
Because the chemistry was THERE.
The tension from the previous four books? Insane.
You could literally feel it simmering. And I was so ready for us to sit in that tension a little longer. Give me the longing. Give me the yearning. Give me the “one bed but nothing happens yet.”
Instead, she gets pregnant almost immediately and suddenly all my carefully crafted hopes and dreams are launched directly out the nearest window.
Because then the question keeps haunting me: Would they still have found their way to each other without the pregnancy and the baby?
Don’t get me wrong, later on you definitely feel the lust evolving into something deeper. The love development is there. But that what if lingers in the back of my mind the whole time. And that’s exactly why I usually can’t stand this trope.
Olivia?
Cute. Sweet. Perfectly fine. But also… she is basically every FMC in this type of book ever. Like girl I support you, but I cannot tell you one singular unique thing about you....
HOWEVER.
NONE OF THAT MATTERS.
Because now we need to talk about the real star of this book.
ASHER. MF. REED.
HELLO??????
CHIEF REED??????
SIR??????
WHY ARE YOU TALKING LIKE THAT??????
“Does this smart little mouth ever fucking stop running, Liv? Maybe you need something to fill it, hmm?”
EXCUSE ME?????????
“I promise you, no one in this fucking building is safe if they get in the way of me burying my cock inside you right now, Olivia. Which means you will be quiet for me. You’ll be my perfect, silent little slut. Got it?”
I’M SORRY?????
WHO SAID YOU COULD TALK TO ME LIKE THIS?????
“If you need a man to touch you”—his eyes drop to my lips—“you understand that man is me.” I nod, unable to speak. “And it’s time to delete that fucking app, is that clear?”
SIR.
SIRRRRRRR.
I AM LOOKING RESPECTFULLY AND ALSO NOT RESPECTFULLY.
And the “delete that fucking app” line???
OH HE WAS POSSESSIVE POSSESSIVE.
Do you need more?
DO YOU NEED MORE???
Because I personally did not recover.
If you are going to read this book, do it for Asher mf Reed.
That man single-handedly carried this rating on his broad, filthy-talking shoulders.
And finally, an honourable mention to Cat Dick — you have my whole heart with your tiny little page time. Truly the unexpected star of this book.
Appeared too little, loved too much.
_________________
pre-read
Apparently this is out… I got the dates completely wrong!!! 😭 This is a BUSY April for me—I AM SO READY FOR THIS. I’ve been waiting since book 2 for this one!!! 🔥
Review of advance copy
Thoughts
All the stars in the fucking universe!😭 this was everything I wanted in a small town romance and more! I was invested from the first page literally! I'm so glad I stuck with this series, this author has grown on me so much since the first book! Asher and Olivia are my new favourite book couple❤️🩹 the love I have for these two characters is just 🥹!! Honestly no notes this book was perfection from start to end I could genuinely read another 400 pages of them😭 the plot pacing, the back story even the sumt was well done - I always say smut with emotional depth is a bit of me lol - I will definitely be reading everything this author puts out, come to think of it I can't wait to start her other series!
Plot Summary
Olivia Sutton leads a comfortable, predictable life in Laurel Creek, running her boutique and keeping her heart well guarded, despite quietly craving something a bit more exciting. When a fire leaves her without a home, the town’s reserved fire chief, Asher Reed, steps in to help, and the two find themselves growing unexpectedly close. After an accidental pregnancy complicates things, they try to remain just friends, but the attraction between them only intensifies. Just as Olivia begins to think Asher could be exactly what she’s been looking for, secrets from their pasts come to light, threatening to put an end to things before they’ve properly begun.
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All the stars in the fucking universe!😭 this was everything I wanted in a small town romance and more! I was invested from the first page literally! I'm so glad I stuck with this series, this author has grown on me so much since the first book! Asher and Olivia are my new favourite book couple❤️🩹 the love I have for these two characters is just 🥹!! Honestly no notes this book was perfection from start to end I could genuinely read another 400 pages of them😭 the plot pacing, the back story even the sumt was well done - I always say smut with emotional depth is a bit of me lol - I will definitely be reading everything this author puts out, come to think of it I can't wait to start her other series!
Plot Summary
Olivia Sutton leads a comfortable, predictable life in Laurel Creek, running her boutique and keeping her heart well guarded, despite quietly craving something a bit more exciting. When a fire leaves her without a home, the town’s reserved fire chief, Asher Reed, steps in to help, and the two find themselves growing unexpectedly close. After an accidental pregnancy complicates things, they try to remain just friends, but the attraction between them only intensifies. Just as Olivia begins to think Asher could be exactly what she’s been looking for, secrets from their pasts come to light, threatening to put an end to things before they’ve properly begun.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
”But I know now, without any doubt, that every single broken piece of me belongs to her.”
i was looking forward to getting Olivia and Asher’s book, there had always been the question of what would finally push them past just their lingering glances and his indirect protectiveness. unfortunately for me, the thing that brought them together was the “accidental pregnancy” trope. sometimes i can look past this, but here it made their romance feel less earned because both of the characters had barely spoken to each other before this. i did love the cat though and Asher’s definitely got a filthy way of getting his point across.
”What I’m trying to say, Ash, is that I finally feel settled with you. I know now that I’m where I’m supposed to be.”
i will say, it was a relief to see how Asher reacted to Olivia being pregnant and the way he was so easily willing to be involved in every way regardless. i found Olivia to be flat as cardboard though, there wasn’t much to her personality besides feeling like she was the odd woman out. if anything, the book focuses more on Asher and his whole “secret identity” which felt so random in comparison to how the rest of the series has been. i really didn’t like that side of the story and it kept pulling me out of every thing. there were some cute moments, especially towards the end but this wasn’t the most satisfying goodbye to the Silver Pines Ranch.
➸ many thanks to NetGalley, the author and Ballantine for the arc, all opinions are my own.
i was looking forward to getting Olivia and Asher’s book, there had always been the question of what would finally push them past just their lingering glances and his indirect protectiveness. unfortunately for me, the thing that brought them together was the “accidental pregnancy” trope. sometimes i can look past this, but here it made their romance feel less earned because both of the characters had barely spoken to each other before this. i did love the cat though and Asher’s definitely got a filthy way of getting his point across.
”What I’m trying to say, Ash, is that I finally feel settled with you. I know now that I’m where I’m supposed to be.”
i will say, it was a relief to see how Asher reacted to Olivia being pregnant and the way he was so easily willing to be involved in every way regardless. i found Olivia to be flat as cardboard though, there wasn’t much to her personality besides feeling like she was the odd woman out. if anything, the book focuses more on Asher and his whole “secret identity” which felt so random in comparison to how the rest of the series has been. i really didn’t like that side of the story and it kept pulling me out of every thing. there were some cute moments, especially towards the end but this wasn’t the most satisfying goodbye to the Silver Pines Ranch.
➸ many thanks to NetGalley, the author and Ballantine for the arc, all opinions are my own.
April 14, 2026
This was THE book of the series.
And it was so much different than the first four.
A little bit of a darker mystery aspect to it.
Asher, the bartender we’ve met before who’s also the fire chief. With the Irish accent. Tattoos and built like a giant.
And dirty.
Last girl in the gang: Olivia
Clothing store owner. Red headed sweetheart.
Clumsy.
And surprise pregnancy trope!
I loved it. Done so well.
A fire. Forced proximity.
So much goodness.
I loved these two together.
And I feel like we met cameos for her next potential series 🤗🎉
Arc review ✨
And it was so much different than the first four.
A little bit of a darker mystery aspect to it.
Asher, the bartender we’ve met before who’s also the fire chief. With the Irish accent. Tattoos and built like a giant.
And dirty.
Last girl in the gang: Olivia
Clothing store owner. Red headed sweetheart.
Clumsy.
And surprise pregnancy trope!
I loved it. Done so well.
A fire. Forced proximity.
So much goodness.
I loved these two together.
And I feel like we met cameos for her next potential series 🤗🎉
Arc review ✨
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Wdym this is the final book? I am in disbelief; it feels so bittersweet. Ms. Paisley really added all the concoctions and delivered us a blazing love story with a little bit of darker elements, not touching too much into it, just enough to make it a bit suspenseful and emotionally impactful.
Olivia is very independent & refuses to ask for help, puts others' needs before hers, but doesn’t realize Asher the king of “acts of service”, matches her energy. I’m obsessed. Olivia is also clumsy, which makes it all the more relatable, a walking hazard, & he’s just there ready to steady her 🥹♥️
Asher Reed, hot firefighter chief, mysterious, broody, & somehow always nearby Olivia. The type with very few words, but his actions spoke volumes. The way he’s only soft for her? Heart eyes again. That man is so swoon-worthy; he’s attentive, protective, & caring - well, here goes another cardiac arrest. His backstory helps us understand him better, adding even more depth and darkness to his personality. You can’t help but want the best for him, and Olivia was his beacon of light.
The accidental pregnancy? Revealed some deep hidden truths. The little friendship pact they made? Sent me all the more into yearning territory. The banter was delicious.
Every interaction didn’t feel forced, or insta lusty. Taking their time to get to know each other more. PLUS we get some hints of their chemistry in the previous books.
I highlighted an insane amount, which proved this one really hit me right in the chest- I got teary eyed.
The spice? Let me tell you, Daddy Asher packed the heat, showing some dom and praise kinks- I WAS BLUSHING SHEESH🥵
I recommend for those who love some dark romance and want to dabble into small town/contemporary. You want a bit dark, broody, stalker-ish, and possessive in your MMC, but with a soft side? Asher Reed is the one.
CTF being the series finale, it really provided all the closure we needed. The Found family in this remains to be top tier, filling us with unconditional love & advice. You can’t help but feel welcomed into Silver Pines.
Thank you to the author, NetGalley, & Ballentine for the ARC.
What you will find:
♥️Small Town Romance
🔥Hot Fire Chief w/ a filthy mouth
♥️Bad Boy x Good Girl
🔥Accidental Pregnancy
♥️Fake relationship
🔥Forced Proximity
♥️Swoon & Spice
🔥He’s only soft for her
♥️Hidden identity
Olivia is very independent & refuses to ask for help, puts others' needs before hers, but doesn’t realize Asher the king of “acts of service”, matches her energy. I’m obsessed. Olivia is also clumsy, which makes it all the more relatable, a walking hazard, & he’s just there ready to steady her 🥹♥️
Asher Reed, hot firefighter chief, mysterious, broody, & somehow always nearby Olivia. The type with very few words, but his actions spoke volumes. The way he’s only soft for her? Heart eyes again. That man is so swoon-worthy; he’s attentive, protective, & caring - well, here goes another cardiac arrest. His backstory helps us understand him better, adding even more depth and darkness to his personality. You can’t help but want the best for him, and Olivia was his beacon of light.
The accidental pregnancy? Revealed some deep hidden truths. The little friendship pact they made? Sent me all the more into yearning territory. The banter was delicious.
Every interaction didn’t feel forced, or insta lusty. Taking their time to get to know each other more. PLUS we get some hints of their chemistry in the previous books.
I highlighted an insane amount, which proved this one really hit me right in the chest- I got teary eyed.
The spice? Let me tell you, Daddy Asher packed the heat, showing some dom and praise kinks- I WAS BLUSHING SHEESH🥵
I recommend for those who love some dark romance and want to dabble into small town/contemporary. You want a bit dark, broody, stalker-ish, and possessive in your MMC, but with a soft side? Asher Reed is the one.
CTF being the series finale, it really provided all the closure we needed. The Found family in this remains to be top tier, filling us with unconditional love & advice. You can’t help but feel welcomed into Silver Pines.
Thank you to the author, NetGalley, & Ballentine for the ARC.
What you will find:
♥️Small Town Romance
🔥Hot Fire Chief w/ a filthy mouth
♥️Bad Boy x Good Girl
🔥Accidental Pregnancy
♥️Fake relationship
🔥Forced Proximity
♥️Swoon & Spice
🔥He’s only soft for her
♥️Hidden identity
March 10, 2026
Olivia is watching her friends find happiness and move into the next stage of their lives with weddings and babies while she feels stuck. A successful business owner, she still feels left behind as she plays the dutiful friend to her besties.
Asher, the town fire chief, is troubled by a dark and difficult past. He doesn’t know if he’s capable of committing to someone and being someone’s other half.
After a one night stand and an accidental pregnancy, Asher and Olivia do their best to be supportive and committed co-parents. After vowing to support each other, it becomes quite clear that they can’t keep their hands off each other and their relationship will be evolving.
I’m so sad this series was over. It was so fun and I loved every couple from start to finish.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dell for the advanced copy!
Asher, the town fire chief, is troubled by a dark and difficult past. He doesn’t know if he’s capable of committing to someone and being someone’s other half.
After a one night stand and an accidental pregnancy, Asher and Olivia do their best to be supportive and committed co-parents. After vowing to support each other, it becomes quite clear that they can’t keep their hands off each other and their relationship will be evolving.
I’m so sad this series was over. It was so fun and I loved every couple from start to finish.
Thank you to NetGalley and Dell for the advanced copy!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you NetGalley & Ballantine | Dell Romance for the ARC of one of my most anticipated releases of 2026!
This was fun and exactly everything I hoped it would be!
A light, sweet contemporary romance with just the right amount of heat, heart, and small-town charm. Olivia is such an easy heroine to root for, and Asher? Grumpy, controlled firefighter with a soft spot only for her, yes please!!
The chemistry was there from the start, the accidental pregnancy trope was handled with care, and the story stayed cozy and comforting while still delivering emotional moments.
If you’ve loved the previous books in this series, you’ll absolutely love this one too. Perfect for when you want something swoony, low-stress, and satisfying!
This was fun and exactly everything I hoped it would be!
A light, sweet contemporary romance with just the right amount of heat, heart, and small-town charm. Olivia is such an easy heroine to root for, and Asher? Grumpy, controlled firefighter with a soft spot only for her, yes please!!
The chemistry was there from the start, the accidental pregnancy trope was handled with care, and the story stayed cozy and comforting while still delivering emotional moments.
If you’ve loved the previous books in this series, you’ll absolutely love this one too. Perfect for when you want something swoony, low-stress, and satisfying!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This one was a 5⭐️ read from me, straight off the bat, by 20% I knew this was going to be a five star and boy did Paisley Hope smash this one out the park!
ASHER FUCKING REED. Asher Reed, the name of my new favourite book boyfriend! This is the perfect close proximity, friends to lovers with a surprise pregnancy and it is done to perfection. With no third act break up this one was an easy 5⭐️s
Asher is the mysterious bad boy who is so misunderstood, I enjoyed reading about his past and what makes him, him. His character development was amazing and deep down I always knew Asher was cracker of a man and I knew he would adore Olivia! Olivia is the cutest, sweetest girl who deserves the whole world and more, Asher and Olivia both do! They worked perfectly together and the plot was perfection! I am very sad to be leaving the Silver Pines Ranch series but soooo excited to read all of Paisley's future books! 📚
ASHER FUCKING REED. Asher Reed, the name of my new favourite book boyfriend! This is the perfect close proximity, friends to lovers with a surprise pregnancy and it is done to perfection. With no third act break up this one was an easy 5⭐️s
Asher is the mysterious bad boy who is so misunderstood, I enjoyed reading about his past and what makes him, him. His character development was amazing and deep down I always knew Asher was cracker of a man and I knew he would adore Olivia! Olivia is the cutest, sweetest girl who deserves the whole world and more, Asher and Olivia both do! They worked perfectly together and the plot was perfection! I am very sad to be leaving the Silver Pines Ranch series but soooo excited to read all of Paisley's future books! 📚
April 9, 2026
What a bittersweet ending🥺 I’m so sad to be saying goodbye to Silver Pines, like I’m really not ready to let this world go but here we are 🥲 it’s been such a comfort series and this felt like the perfect (but painful) send off.
This one follows Olivia and Asher, and from the very beginning the chemistry between them was insane, like you could feel it through the pages 🔥 Asher being a firefighter?? And riding a motorbike?? I mean, say less 👀 he had that whole broody, slightly guarded vibe going on which I ate up, but I can’t lie, his backstory was definitely on the darker side. I just wish we got a little bit more from it because it felt like there was so much depth there that we only just scratched the surface of.
Olivia on the other hand was such a fun character 😭 she’s chaotic in the best way, I mean, the girl literally burns her house down at the start. If that doesn’t tell you everything you need to know then I don’t know what will 💀 but underneath that clumsiness she had such a big heart and I loved watching her grow throughout the story. The dynamic between her and Asher just worked so well, it felt natural but still full of tension and emotion.
And the spice?? Yeah..there’s a lot of it 🌶️ some scenes were VERY steamy and definitely added to that intensity between them. It didn’t feel out of place though, it just fit their connection and how drawn they were to each other.
One of my favourite things about this though was the found family element 🥹 the whole small town Silver Pines vibe just makes everything feel so much more special. Everyone knows everyone, people show up for each other no matter what, and you really feel that sense of community throughout the story.
I’m honestly going to miss this series so much 💔 it’s one of those that just sticks with you, characters and all.
This one follows Olivia and Asher, and from the very beginning the chemistry between them was insane, like you could feel it through the pages 🔥 Asher being a firefighter?? And riding a motorbike?? I mean, say less 👀 he had that whole broody, slightly guarded vibe going on which I ate up, but I can’t lie, his backstory was definitely on the darker side. I just wish we got a little bit more from it because it felt like there was so much depth there that we only just scratched the surface of.
Olivia on the other hand was such a fun character 😭 she’s chaotic in the best way, I mean, the girl literally burns her house down at the start. If that doesn’t tell you everything you need to know then I don’t know what will 💀 but underneath that clumsiness she had such a big heart and I loved watching her grow throughout the story. The dynamic between her and Asher just worked so well, it felt natural but still full of tension and emotion.
And the spice?? Yeah..there’s a lot of it 🌶️ some scenes were VERY steamy and definitely added to that intensity between them. It didn’t feel out of place though, it just fit their connection and how drawn they were to each other.
One of my favourite things about this though was the found family element 🥹 the whole small town Silver Pines vibe just makes everything feel so much more special. Everyone knows everyone, people show up for each other no matter what, and you really feel that sense of community throughout the story.
I’m honestly going to miss this series so much 💔 it’s one of those that just sticks with you, characters and all.
March 26, 2026
Chasing the Fire by Paisley Hope 🔥🚒
ARC REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tropes:
🚒 Town Fire Chief with mysterious past
🤰 Accidental Pregnancy
🫂 We’re in this together (as friends
😏 He’s not her type (bad boy x good girl)
🏠 Forced Proximity
🧡 Found Family
👀 Sort of stalks her to make sure she stays safe
🌶️ Swoon and Spice
😭 Series finale
I’m writing this with tears in my eyes. This book was absolutely incredible. I don’t even have words to describe how good it was and being the last book in a series, what a send off it was. Sorry Nash and CeCe but these two and their story has taken first place 🥇👀🫣😙
Paisley has well and truely done it again and I couldn’t be happier. This series means so much to me and I’ve been here since the very beginning so watching this series grow into what it has, I just couldn’t be prouder of what Paisley has successfully achieved with this series. The way Paisley had me hooked from the very beginning and had me struggling to put it down…big for me since I don’t often binge books.
Asher oh my god. What a MAN he is. Seriously this man went through it and there’s just something about a broken man that has me weak in the knees. When Asher’s past was revealed in flashbacks I actually cried for him, everything he went through just crushed me but i’m so happy he got out and look where he ended up! Olivia and baby bear 🐻 saved him, the accidental pregnancy trope was perfection for them.
The chemistry between Asher and Olivia was instant and hot af. After seeing them teased at the end of the last book I was soooo excited for these two and they didn’t disappoint. I seriously have no flaws with this book, their relationship was everything and what Asher did for Olivia had me melting. I loved Olivia’s growth and what a beautiful mother she became 🥹 The birth scene!!! 😭👏🏼🥲🥹
Seeing the other character be involved in this book heaps made my cup full and me so happy. It was so amazing seeing everyone grow and all the kids 😭🥲 What a found family!!
Thankyou Paisley for writing my comfort series. I truely can’t put into words how much these characters and world means to me. Thankyou for trusting me and inviting me into your space when you were just a baby indie author. What a journey it’s been, I love you and can’t wait for what you have planned for us next. Silver Pines forever ♾️
Thankyou so much Cornerstone press ,Evermore and Netgalley for the advanced reader copy 🥹🧡
ARC REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tropes:
🚒 Town Fire Chief with mysterious past
🤰 Accidental Pregnancy
🫂 We’re in this together (as friends
😏 He’s not her type (bad boy x good girl)
🏠 Forced Proximity
🧡 Found Family
👀 Sort of stalks her to make sure she stays safe
🌶️ Swoon and Spice
😭 Series finale
I’m writing this with tears in my eyes. This book was absolutely incredible. I don’t even have words to describe how good it was and being the last book in a series, what a send off it was. Sorry Nash and CeCe but these two and their story has taken first place 🥇👀🫣😙
Paisley has well and truely done it again and I couldn’t be happier. This series means so much to me and I’ve been here since the very beginning so watching this series grow into what it has, I just couldn’t be prouder of what Paisley has successfully achieved with this series. The way Paisley had me hooked from the very beginning and had me struggling to put it down…big for me since I don’t often binge books.
Asher oh my god. What a MAN he is. Seriously this man went through it and there’s just something about a broken man that has me weak in the knees. When Asher’s past was revealed in flashbacks I actually cried for him, everything he went through just crushed me but i’m so happy he got out and look where he ended up! Olivia and baby bear 🐻 saved him, the accidental pregnancy trope was perfection for them.
The chemistry between Asher and Olivia was instant and hot af. After seeing them teased at the end of the last book I was soooo excited for these two and they didn’t disappoint. I seriously have no flaws with this book, their relationship was everything and what Asher did for Olivia had me melting. I loved Olivia’s growth and what a beautiful mother she became 🥹 The birth scene!!! 😭👏🏼🥲🥹
Seeing the other character be involved in this book heaps made my cup full and me so happy. It was so amazing seeing everyone grow and all the kids 😭🥲 What a found family!!
Thankyou Paisley for writing my comfort series. I truely can’t put into words how much these characters and world means to me. Thankyou for trusting me and inviting me into your space when you were just a baby indie author. What a journey it’s been, I love you and can’t wait for what you have planned for us next. Silver Pines forever ♾️
Thankyou so much Cornerstone press ,Evermore and Netgalley for the advanced reader copy 🥹🧡
April 13, 2026
I'm so sad to see the end of the Silver Pines series closing. I have followed Paisley since her green pink indie days with HTR and now we're here, at the end of her debut series. She's accomplished so much with her other books, too. Such an amazing woman!
I lovvvvve pregnancy books so much and I thought that this one was done really well. I really liked the pacing and there were a few moments where I did tear up, birth scene included. I was so happy that was included on the page!! I felt so in the moment, and it was really lovely.
Asher and Olivia are perfect for each other. They have wildly different pasts / upbringings but really bought out the best in each other. They are such a good example of opposites attract. The tension and flirting between them was written so well, and when they decided to ya know, scratch the itch that we've all been waiting for - it was SO GOOD. Like I'll let the toilet cubicle slide hahaha.
Olivia's unexpected pregnancy really bought out the best in Asher. He has a violent past and not one that he's proud of OR wants to bring into the future. The protectiveness he had over Olivia was beautiful to see, the acts of service KING! Olivia accepted Asher for the man he is, and he really needed that. They really bought out the best in each other, and they were the best little unit.
Chasing the Fire was such a fun read, I really enjoyed Asher and Olivia, and this one is probably up there with one of my favs of the series. I loved the darker undertone, the initial mystery surrounding Asher and how he was able to find his family with the Silver Pines crew. I'm sad to see this series end but excited to see what Paisley delivers next!
I lovvvvve pregnancy books so much and I thought that this one was done really well. I really liked the pacing and there were a few moments where I did tear up, birth scene included. I was so happy that was included on the page!! I felt so in the moment, and it was really lovely.
Asher and Olivia are perfect for each other. They have wildly different pasts / upbringings but really bought out the best in each other. They are such a good example of opposites attract. The tension and flirting between them was written so well, and when they decided to ya know, scratch the itch that we've all been waiting for - it was SO GOOD. Like I'll let the toilet cubicle slide hahaha.
Olivia's unexpected pregnancy really bought out the best in Asher. He has a violent past and not one that he's proud of OR wants to bring into the future. The protectiveness he had over Olivia was beautiful to see, the acts of service KING! Olivia accepted Asher for the man he is, and he really needed that. They really bought out the best in each other, and they were the best little unit.
Chasing the Fire was such a fun read, I really enjoyed Asher and Olivia, and this one is probably up there with one of my favs of the series. I loved the darker undertone, the initial mystery surrounding Asher and how he was able to find his family with the Silver Pines crew. I'm sad to see this series end but excited to see what Paisley delivers next!
March 21, 2026
I absolutely adored this story and the series as a whole. The central trope caught me off guard (I went in completely blind) in the best possible way, and I loved how the plot and twists unfolded.
A truly perfect conclusion to the series!
A truly perfect conclusion to the series!
January 31, 2026
“You and me, yeah?”
“Forever.”
I genuinely don’t know how to say goodbye to Silver Pines. 🥺
Knowing this series has come to an end absolutely shattered me. From the very first book, I fell deeply in love with every character, living through their highest highs and lowest lows right alongside them. I cried through their heartbreaks, cried through their joy, and now my heart aches knowing their stories are complete ❤️🩹
This final installment completely blew me away. I teared up, I sobbed without restraint, and I laughed out loud more times than I can count!
Asher and Olivia were everything in this book. Utterly captivating, emotionally raw, and impossible not to root for 🫶🏻 Their connection was electric, and the yearning between them was off the charts. 😮💨 Every page and every chapter left me desperate for more!!
The tension was intense, the chemistry scorching 🥵, and the emotional build-up exquisitely done as always 👏🏻👏🏻 Watching the past and present intertwine so beautifully had me in awe from start to finish. Paisley Hope’s writing never fails to impress me, and this series is a perfect example of her sheer talent. Silver Pines had me hooked from the beginning, and as my first small-town cowboy romance, it completely stole my heart. This is a series I will never stop loving—and an author I will never stop praising. Never stop writing Paisley because I for one, will never stop reading 💗
Asher Reed: a man running from his past… and the dangerously hot fire chief 🔥
“There’s just something about the goodness in her. That light with a desire for the dark that brings out this raw need in me—to protect her, to be with her, to own her the way she’s owned my every thought for weeks.”
Olivia Sutton: the clumsy small-town girl with a heart of gold 💫
“—I think…I know, I’m falling in love with you.”
“Forever.”
I genuinely don’t know how to say goodbye to Silver Pines. 🥺
Knowing this series has come to an end absolutely shattered me. From the very first book, I fell deeply in love with every character, living through their highest highs and lowest lows right alongside them. I cried through their heartbreaks, cried through their joy, and now my heart aches knowing their stories are complete ❤️🩹
This final installment completely blew me away. I teared up, I sobbed without restraint, and I laughed out loud more times than I can count!
Asher and Olivia were everything in this book. Utterly captivating, emotionally raw, and impossible not to root for 🫶🏻 Their connection was electric, and the yearning between them was off the charts. 😮💨 Every page and every chapter left me desperate for more!!
The tension was intense, the chemistry scorching 🥵, and the emotional build-up exquisitely done as always 👏🏻👏🏻 Watching the past and present intertwine so beautifully had me in awe from start to finish. Paisley Hope’s writing never fails to impress me, and this series is a perfect example of her sheer talent. Silver Pines had me hooked from the beginning, and as my first small-town cowboy romance, it completely stole my heart. This is a series I will never stop loving—and an author I will never stop praising. Never stop writing Paisley because I for one, will never stop reading 💗
Asher Reed: a man running from his past… and the dangerously hot fire chief 🔥
“There’s just something about the goodness in her. That light with a desire for the dark that brings out this raw need in me—to protect her, to be with her, to own her the way she’s owned my every thought for weeks.”
Olivia Sutton: the clumsy small-town girl with a heart of gold 💫
“—I think…I know, I’m falling in love with you.”
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Y'all I didn't want this series to end. But what an ending it is!!! I have loved this series so much and so enjoyed being in this world. Chasing the fire was such a beautiful read, and oh my heart, these two falling in love was everything!! I loved their dance around each other and then the delicious f it moment we get. The tension of these two has been building up through the series, and oh, it was such a beautiful climax in their book. Their chemistry is off the charts from the first chapters. I ate this up. I adore the found family aspect of these books. There is a really beautiful line at the end of the book that just sums up this series so well. Paisley can do no wrong in my eyes.
Asher, our MMC, oh you sweet tortured hero, he was in strong contention for top spot, but I think he and Wade are tied. I loved Asher so much!! The way he was so soft with Olivia and his caretaking was just everything. I loved how much he opened up during this book, he has so many beautiful moments. He really had me on the edge of my seat, eating out the palm of his hand and the mouth on that man, holy hotness. He was just so perfect.
Olivia, our FMC, she was so sweet, I really enjoyed reading more about her past, and I loved the interactions with the not-angels as well. She was so far gone for Asher, and it was so beautiful to see her come into her own and be so content in her life. I loved how vulnerable she was with Asher as well. There were just so many swoony moments!
I'm sad it's ended, but what an amazing journey to go on for this whole series!!
5 ⭐️
3.5 🔥
Asher, our MMC, oh you sweet tortured hero, he was in strong contention for top spot, but I think he and Wade are tied. I loved Asher so much!! The way he was so soft with Olivia and his caretaking was just everything. I loved how much he opened up during this book, he has so many beautiful moments. He really had me on the edge of my seat, eating out the palm of his hand and the mouth on that man, holy hotness. He was just so perfect.
Olivia, our FMC, she was so sweet, I really enjoyed reading more about her past, and I loved the interactions with the not-angels as well. She was so far gone for Asher, and it was so beautiful to see her come into her own and be so content in her life. I loved how vulnerable she was with Asher as well. There were just so many swoony moments!
I'm sad it's ended, but what an amazing journey to go on for this whole series!!
5 ⭐️
3.5 🔥
April 7, 2026
I have absolutely loved this series and I’m so sad to see it end!! What a perfect ending to Silver Pines Ranch!
Dare I say this was my fave of the series?!? ASHER REED!! The hot chief firefighter and the absolute man he is. I have been waiting for this book and it did not let me down!! Olivia was such a lovable FMC. Independent, caring, and a little chaotic. Together these two are amazing! Asher & Olivia were perfect from the beginning. The tension and chemistry from these two was off the charts!!
This book was packed with steamy moments, banter, an amazing family/friend group, and some added past & suspense that kept me sucked into this one!! I did not want to put this book down. Paisley absolutely delivered with this one! I loved the added dark vibes in this one & the mystery it gave!
The perfect blend of emotional, funny, suspenseful, and oh so spicy!! Daddy Asher 🔥& Olivia really brought the heat with their undeniable chemistry!!
Thank you Paisley Hope for this early copy and for writing one of my favorite series! I have been sucked in by every one of these and I am truly changed by their stories!!
Dare I say this was my fave of the series?!? ASHER REED!! The hot chief firefighter and the absolute man he is. I have been waiting for this book and it did not let me down!! Olivia was such a lovable FMC. Independent, caring, and a little chaotic. Together these two are amazing! Asher & Olivia were perfect from the beginning. The tension and chemistry from these two was off the charts!!
This book was packed with steamy moments, banter, an amazing family/friend group, and some added past & suspense that kept me sucked into this one!! I did not want to put this book down. Paisley absolutely delivered with this one! I loved the added dark vibes in this one & the mystery it gave!
The perfect blend of emotional, funny, suspenseful, and oh so spicy!! Daddy Asher 🔥& Olivia really brought the heat with their undeniable chemistry!!
Thank you Paisley Hope for this early copy and for writing one of my favorite series! I have been sucked in by every one of these and I am truly changed by their stories!!
April 16, 2026
“I run my hand back and forth across my stomach as I let the tears fall. I promise, no matter what happens, it’s me and you.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️.5
I can’t believe I am done with the Silver Pines series. I have learned every couple. Olivia and Asher were so cute and I am always a sucker for an accidental pregnancy.
Asher has to overcome the darkness in his past and Olivia has to learn to trust and let people in.
There is a tiny bit of a suspense element. You get cameos from all of your favorite characters from the series.
If you are looking for a small town romance series with lots of emotion and spice, this is a wonderful series to check out.
Thank you to Dell for the digital arc. All opinions are my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️.5
I can’t believe I am done with the Silver Pines series. I have learned every couple. Olivia and Asher were so cute and I am always a sucker for an accidental pregnancy.
Asher has to overcome the darkness in his past and Olivia has to learn to trust and let people in.
There is a tiny bit of a suspense element. You get cameos from all of your favorite characters from the series.
If you are looking for a small town romance series with lots of emotion and spice, this is a wonderful series to check out.
Thank you to Dell for the digital arc. All opinions are my own.
March 13, 2026
3⭐️
J’adore les small town, j’aime les cowboy romance mais il y avait trop de smut ici pour que j’apprécie vraiment l’histoire …
Le fait que je n’ai pas lu les tomes précédents joue aussi probablement sur mon attache à l’intrigue et aux personnages mais j’étais déconnectée des événements.
Merci à NetGalley et Random House UK pour c’e sp numérique ✨
J’adore les small town, j’aime les cowboy romance mais il y avait trop de smut ici pour que j’apprécie vraiment l’histoire …
Le fait que je n’ai pas lu les tomes précédents joue aussi probablement sur mon attache à l’intrigue et aux personnages mais j’étais déconnectée des événements.
Merci à NetGalley et Random House UK pour c’e sp numérique ✨
March 17, 2026
Heat and heart (and hot & heavy). My favorite of the series.
The only bit that pulled me from the story (as someone married to a firefighter) was when they described the firefighters as having thick beards because no you cannot or your mask doesn’t fit snug!! But that’s a me thing 😂
The only bit that pulled me from the story (as someone married to a firefighter) was when they described the firefighters as having thick beards because no you cannot or your mask doesn’t fit snug!! But that’s a me thing 😂
January 8, 2026
Chasing the Fire is about Olivia who feels stuck in life while all her friends marry and start families. Asher is the town’s mysterious and Irish fire chief who feels pulled towards the accident prone Olivia. The two give into their attractions which ultimately ends up in a pregnancy! I love this trope in romance novels; especially when it’s clear that both parties are very much in like with one another before they even hook up.
I really enjoyed how honest and open Olivia was especially with Asher. She knew he had a past but didn’t push to know everything. I also loved the character growth with Asher; him slowly letting Olivia and then the guys into his life and past. I did feel the confrontation at the end was slightly anticlimactic but I was happy that Asher started therapy!
Chasing the Fire is the final installment in the Silver Pines series and while I am so sad that these characters are going away, it definitely seems like there are other ranches in that area with lots of stories to tell.
Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine and Dell for this eARC in exchange for my honest opinions!
January 19, 2026
The chemistry here is strong, but what really stood out was the emotional depth woven into the romance. It balances heat, heart, and personal growth in a way that feels satisfying and earned, making it a great addition to the series.
January 7, 2026
2.5 ⭐️ i thought it was cute at times but i lost count of how many times it gave me the ick. i still consider this series my guilty pleasure and i’d totally read a spin off with the second generation
January 30, 2026
‘Every single broken piece of me belongs to her.’
I’d been so looking forward to this book, but must admit I’m now quite sad to be leaving Silver Pines! What a series this has been.
I was really intrigued by Olivia and Asher- we’ve seen glimpses of them both as side characters but didn’t know a huge amount about them before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I absolutely loved them both. Their banter and how Asher always looks out for her at the start is brilliant, and that then develops into a bit of a friendship. When they finally give in to their chemistry just once it leaves them with a surprise that will have them joined for the rest of their lives.
I loved the development of their relationship throughout the story- the depth of their feelings and connection that kept growing and how raw that sometimes was. Whilst their chemistry was always off the charts, you could feel them keep growing closer emotionally too.
Asher did not have a happy upbringing and whilst he has escaped his demons physically, they’ve left scars that still impact him daily. But watching him feel safe with and open up to Olivia was beautiful. I really liked how all our favourite characters from the previous books were woven in throughout the book too, so we got to see lots of them and where they’re all at.
Having read the story I now love the US cover even more- the little details on there are perfect!
I have an inkling where Paisley’s next series might be set based on some of the characters we briefly met here so I’m hoping there might be a few of our favourite silver pines gang making cameos there too!
Huge thanks to the author, Cornerstone and NetGalley for this ARC.
I’d been so looking forward to this book, but must admit I’m now quite sad to be leaving Silver Pines! What a series this has been.
I was really intrigued by Olivia and Asher- we’ve seen glimpses of them both as side characters but didn’t know a huge amount about them before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I absolutely loved them both. Their banter and how Asher always looks out for her at the start is brilliant, and that then develops into a bit of a friendship. When they finally give in to their chemistry just once it leaves them with a surprise that will have them joined for the rest of their lives.
I loved the development of their relationship throughout the story- the depth of their feelings and connection that kept growing and how raw that sometimes was. Whilst their chemistry was always off the charts, you could feel them keep growing closer emotionally too.
Asher did not have a happy upbringing and whilst he has escaped his demons physically, they’ve left scars that still impact him daily. But watching him feel safe with and open up to Olivia was beautiful. I really liked how all our favourite characters from the previous books were woven in throughout the book too, so we got to see lots of them and where they’re all at.
Having read the story I now love the US cover even more- the little details on there are perfect!
I have an inkling where Paisley’s next series might be set based on some of the characters we briefly met here so I’m hoping there might be a few of our favourite silver pines gang making cameos there too!
Huge thanks to the author, Cornerstone and NetGalley for this ARC.
April 16, 2026
How in the heck are we here at the final installment in the Silver Pines Ranch!! It’s so bitter sweet, as I have followed Paisley since her debut of Holding the Reins and now we are closing out the series!!! She’s truly an amazing author and I have absolutely fallen in love with her words and the worlds she creates.
While the surprise pregnancy trope and stories aren’t my favorite, with Paisley's writing style, this one was absolutely done right. This was such a heartwarming story, that it didn't feel rushed.
Asher Reed and Olivia were HOT, and while they are from very different upbringings, they were just absolutely perfect together. While they are complete opposites with some fun banter between these two, seeing them grow together was just like a warm hug. Asher doting on Olivia, and Olivia pushing his buttons, it was just so darn cute but so funny. They were just the perfect balance that brought out the best in each other.
If you’re a fan of acts of service, like I am, then you will absolutely eat up Asher. This story was just a fun vibe, with a bit of dark themes and elements surrounding the mystery of Asher and his past.
While I am so sad to say goodbye to Silver Pines Ranch, I’m so excited to see what Paisley has in store next!!
Thanks to Paisley and Books and Bloom PR for the ARC of Chasing the Fire.
While the surprise pregnancy trope and stories aren’t my favorite, with Paisley's writing style, this one was absolutely done right. This was such a heartwarming story, that it didn't feel rushed.
Asher Reed and Olivia were HOT, and while they are from very different upbringings, they were just absolutely perfect together. While they are complete opposites with some fun banter between these two, seeing them grow together was just like a warm hug. Asher doting on Olivia, and Olivia pushing his buttons, it was just so darn cute but so funny. They were just the perfect balance that brought out the best in each other.
If you’re a fan of acts of service, like I am, then you will absolutely eat up Asher. This story was just a fun vibe, with a bit of dark themes and elements surrounding the mystery of Asher and his past.
While I am so sad to say goodbye to Silver Pines Ranch, I’m so excited to see what Paisley has in store next!!
Thanks to Paisley and Books and Bloom PR for the ARC of Chasing the Fire.
January 30, 2026
⭐️♾️⭐️♾️⭐️♾️⭐️♾️
I just knew that there was never going to be enough star to give the last book in the ‘Silver Pines’ series & paisley proved me right!!! 😭
This is my favourite contemporary/small romance series and i swear everytime i read about them i fall more in love with this fictional world.
As this is an ARC review (thank you to evermore), I won’t be revealing a lot in my review but I will say:
Olivia was amazing, and so SO relatable for me. For all the girls who have to always be in control and have a plan, even on a regular day, Liv will be for you. She truly spoke to my soul when she just could not grasp anything going off plan, because girl same!!! I love the character that she was. She stood by Asher through EVERYTHING and i love her character so much for it.
Asher was always a mystery for me, we don’t learn lots about him in previous books due to his standoff ish ways but oh my god did he take me by surprise?! I LOVED HIM!! His whole back story was really sad but also made me feel really proud of this fictional character?? Seeing his character growth had me smiling like a proud mum x i also really appreciated how detailed his backstory was, it made his character make so much sense.
The plot for this book includes surprise pregnancy (non spoiler - on blurb) and it did not disappoint 🤭😮💨. The spice was spicing, as always when written by PH!!!
The way this man loved Liv was incredible to read. SO SWEET, im pretty sure I smiled for the entire book, every single page.
I love them so bad!!! Literal cuteness overload, i think because of his character it came as such a shock too so i was in a state of amazement for the entire book.
Acts of service, words of affirmation & SHOWING love not necessarily telling girlies, this one is for you. I could literally feel through the pages the love that he felt for her. The deep yearning and pull they had towards eachother even before the book started just made every movement towards love 100x better. The pacing was immaculate.
The birth scene 😭😭😭. Ivys had me bawling aswell but THIS WAS SO SPECIAL.
I literally have no bad words to say about this book. I will miss this series so much and i absolutely did bawl my eyes out like a baby towards the end. The found family is everything in this series and seeing Asher become apart of that >>>😭🧡
I just knew that there was never going to be enough star to give the last book in the ‘Silver Pines’ series & paisley proved me right!!! 😭
This is my favourite contemporary/small romance series and i swear everytime i read about them i fall more in love with this fictional world.
As this is an ARC review (thank you to evermore), I won’t be revealing a lot in my review but I will say:
Olivia was amazing, and so SO relatable for me. For all the girls who have to always be in control and have a plan, even on a regular day, Liv will be for you. She truly spoke to my soul when she just could not grasp anything going off plan, because girl same!!! I love the character that she was. She stood by Asher through EVERYTHING and i love her character so much for it.
Asher was always a mystery for me, we don’t learn lots about him in previous books due to his standoff ish ways but oh my god did he take me by surprise?! I LOVED HIM!! His whole back story was really sad but also made me feel really proud of this fictional character?? Seeing his character growth had me smiling like a proud mum x i also really appreciated how detailed his backstory was, it made his character make so much sense.
The plot for this book includes surprise pregnancy (non spoiler - on blurb) and it did not disappoint 🤭😮💨. The spice was spicing, as always when written by PH!!!
The way this man loved Liv was incredible to read. SO SWEET, im pretty sure I smiled for the entire book, every single page.
I love them so bad!!! Literal cuteness overload, i think because of his character it came as such a shock too so i was in a state of amazement for the entire book.
Acts of service, words of affirmation & SHOWING love not necessarily telling girlies, this one is for you. I could literally feel through the pages the love that he felt for her. The deep yearning and pull they had towards eachother even before the book started just made every movement towards love 100x better. The pacing was immaculate.
The birth scene 😭😭😭. Ivys had me bawling aswell but THIS WAS SO SPECIAL.
I literally have no bad words to say about this book. I will miss this series so much and i absolutely did bawl my eyes out like a baby towards the end. The found family is everything in this series and seeing Asher become apart of that >>>😭🧡
March 17, 2026
4⭐️ honestly thank god for Paisley Hope she just saved me from the worst reading slump!
I also didn’t think I liked accidental pregnancy but I ate this up (might have to read some of of them)! We follow Olivia who has a set plan for her life and also happens to be incredibly clumsy lol. As well as Asher, the towns fire chief and also happens to always look out for Olivia’s clumsy self. He has a dark past and he also has a slight Irish accent 🤭
Paisley always hits with the spice like this has some hot as hell spice scenes omg!! I loved how much Asher cared for Olivia, truly the definition of acts of service.
So sad to say goodbye to Silver Pine Ranch but with the little hints Paisley was showing in this book I can’t wait for the next one!
• accident pregnancy
• forced proximity
• a little bit of fake dating
• hottttt spice
• no third act break up
Thank you Dell romance for the advanced copy!
I also didn’t think I liked accidental pregnancy but I ate this up (might have to read some of of them)! We follow Olivia who has a set plan for her life and also happens to be incredibly clumsy lol. As well as Asher, the towns fire chief and also happens to always look out for Olivia’s clumsy self. He has a dark past and he also has a slight Irish accent 🤭
Paisley always hits with the spice like this has some hot as hell spice scenes omg!! I loved how much Asher cared for Olivia, truly the definition of acts of service.
So sad to say goodbye to Silver Pine Ranch but with the little hints Paisley was showing in this book I can’t wait for the next one!
• accident pregnancy
• forced proximity
• a little bit of fake dating
• hottttt spice
• no third act break up
Thank you Dell romance for the advanced copy!
April 8, 2026
Ugh these two were PERFECT!
Asher Reed is SOME MAN! The tabs I used on this book omllll. I love him your honour, he is the sweetest man ever and his obsession for Olivia was *chefs kiss*
“It’s you and me, yeah?”
After a one night stand at their friend’s wedding, Olivia ends up pregnant as her shot wasn’t up to date. Asher being the man that he is, stepped up for her and their little baby bear, whilst hiding some deeper, darker parts of his life including prison and organised crime.
This story was beautiful, I could feel their chemistry throughout the whole book. There was not a moment where I wasn’t giggling or kicking my feet, I think this may have taken my face spot as #1 in this series.
Oh, and the spice?! Did I mention Asher is pierced? 👅
He loves a bit of control in the bedroom, it literally had me panting.
So sad it’s over 🥺🥺
WE LOVE SILVER PINES!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Asher Reed is SOME MAN! The tabs I used on this book omllll. I love him your honour, he is the sweetest man ever and his obsession for Olivia was *chefs kiss*
“It’s you and me, yeah?”
After a one night stand at their friend’s wedding, Olivia ends up pregnant as her shot wasn’t up to date. Asher being the man that he is, stepped up for her and their little baby bear, whilst hiding some deeper, darker parts of his life including prison and organised crime.
This story was beautiful, I could feel their chemistry throughout the whole book. There was not a moment where I wasn’t giggling or kicking my feet, I think this may have taken my face spot as #1 in this series.
Oh, and the spice?! Did I mention Asher is pierced? 👅
He loves a bit of control in the bedroom, it literally had me panting.
So sad it’s over 🥺🥺
WE LOVE SILVER PINES!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
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April 15, 2026
DNF in the middle of Chapter 14 because the first s3x scene between them made me so nauseous I actually had to stop listening to the audiobook.
Also, this guy's supposed to have an Irish accent?? The only one that sometimes puts on an Irish tilt is the female narrator when doing the guy's voice...
Such a disappointment after a great series, but omg I hate this convicted fellon, heroe wannabe as*hole!
Also, this guy's supposed to have an Irish accent?? The only one that sometimes puts on an Irish tilt is the female narrator when doing the guy's voice...
Such a disappointment after a great series, but omg I hate this convicted fellon, heroe wannabe as*hole!
April 11, 2026
An accidental pregnancy trope I didn’t hate…. We are so up
April 15, 2026
4.25 ⭐️ Paisley Hope has done it again! 🥵
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