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Wild at Heart

Patricia Gaffney
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Wild at Heart

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990

Book Brief

Patricia Gaffney

Wild at Heart

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Dakota • 1890s

Theme
Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Published in 1997, the romance novel Wild at Heart by Patricia Gaffney follows young widow Sydney Darrow, who returns to her childhood home in 1893 Michigan and encounters Michael MacNeil, a man raised by wolves in the Canadian wilderness. Drawn by his honest and guileless nature, Sydney helps him adapt to society while their mutual attraction grows, despite familial and societal challenges. Includes instances of animal captivity trauma and non-consensual advances.

Romantic

Emotional

Heartwarming

Adventurous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,109 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Patricia Gaffney's Wild at Heart is celebrated for its compelling character development and emotional depth. Reviewers praise its unique storyline and engaging prose but note that the pacing can be uneven. Some felt certain plot points were predictable, but overall, it is lauded for its heartfelt narrative and well-drawn romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wild at Heart?

Wild at Heart by Patricia Gaffney is perfect for readers who relish historical romance intertwined with passionate, character-driven narratives. Fans of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series or Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook will find this book equally compelling, blending deep emotional connections with a rich historical backdrop.

4.0

1,109 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Dakota • 1890s

Theme
Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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