From Nowhere by Jewel E. AnnMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I first met Maren in the first book of the Wildfire series, From Air, and I was excited to see who would capture her heart. She was a bit of a spitfire and despite having lost someone close to her, it really didn’t dampen her spirit. Maren and Ozzy’s first encounter was quite amusing, and the sparks continued to grow each time they interacted. Ozzy was such a sweet guy, and he too lost someone close to him, but I could see the growth in him over time. He harboured a lot of guilt and allowed his mother-in-law to treat him poorly. I was glad that he grew into the strong man he could be throughout the read. I loved how Lola was able to bring them both together and how Maren and Ozzy would do anything for her. At one time, my heart did break for Maren as she went through a tough time and wasn’t able to get the full support she needed.
From Nowhere was a nice book to listen to. I really enjoyed how Benjamin Sands and Amy McFadden narrated the story. They were easy to listen to and told Jewel E. Ann’s story perfectly. I enjoyed how the storyline continued to touch on other characters that I have met previously and look forward to the next book in the series.
Title: From Nowhere
Author: Jewel E. Ann
Series: Wildfire #2
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Published: March 4, 2025
From Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author Jewel E. Ann comes the exciting second novel in the Wildfire series, an emotional romance that burns up the page as it tugs at the heart.
When Maren Bernabe stops by the office to update some paperwork, she’s not looking for love. Then sparks fly during an awkward meet-cute with a stranger in the bathroom, and suddenly anything seems possible.
A seasoned air tanker pilot, Maren battles fires across the rugged Montana wilderness. With firefighters for roommates, she’s no stranger to tough guys—or tough situations. Ozzy Laster is the helpful stranger she meets, one of Cielo Aviation’s newest aircraft mechanics who’s faced his fair share of hardship too. Two years ago, his wife and father died in a car crash. Now Ozzy and daughter Lola shun cars in favor of bikes.
Maren and Ozzy fall hard, but guilt forces them to hide their relationship from Ozzy’s disapproving in-laws. And Lola. They all want to protect her from more heartbreak. But when tragedy strikes again, Lola’s reaction will surprise them all. And Ozzy could get a second chance at love after all…
When Maren Bernabe stops by the office to update some paperwork, she’s not looking for love. Then sparks fly during an awkward meet-cute with a stranger in the bathroom, and suddenly anything seems possible.
A seasoned air tanker pilot, Maren battles fires across the rugged Montana wilderness. With firefighters for roommates, she’s no stranger to tough guys—or tough situations. Ozzy Laster is the helpful stranger she meets, one of Cielo Aviation’s newest aircraft mechanics who’s faced his fair share of hardship too. Two years ago, his wife and father died in a car crash. Now Ozzy and daughter Lola shun cars in favor of bikes.
Maren and Ozzy fall hard, but guilt forces them to hide their relationship from Ozzy’s disapproving in-laws. And Lola. They all want to protect her from more heartbreak. But when tragedy strikes again, Lola’s reaction will surprise them all. And Ozzy could get a second chance at love after all…
