Hot rock star meets injured snowboarder. Even broken hearts can melt.
Viola
After a hit and run, my gold medal dreams are forced on hold. I can’t walk, let alone snowboard, and a wheelchair is my new way to get around.
Everything I worked for has been destroyed.
Then the world’s number one rock star strides into my life.
He’s staying in my castle and working with my family. I know he … staying in my castle and working with my family. I know he remembers the kiss we shared years ago, but Leo’s no longer the same man. Gone are the sexy smirks and chilled out vibe. I know why, and I want to hold him close and make him forget. How can I help him when I can’t even help myself?
Leo
I might be famous, but notoriety can’t fix a shattered heart. I’m alone in the world and drowning, except my contract calls for new songs, and soon.
I have to find my muse again.
Years ago, Viola McRae inspired my greatest hit. But now, she’s as damaged on the outside as I am on the inside. She’s wildly gorgeous, vulnerable, and I could so easily tap that hurt and turn it into song.
Yet saving my career could mean exposing Viola’s pain to the world. I might be damaged beyond repair, but can I really use Viola when that will only leave her more broken?
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Fallen Snow features one hot rock star, a grumpy laid-up sportswoman, a remote Scottish castle, and a steamy-as-heck second chance romance.
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OMG amazing – this needs more than 5 stars!!!
Rockstar romance at it best.
It all started with a kiss. A kiss neither of them could forget…My heart broke for Viola, how she had to chance her life from everything she ever wanted.. Leo’s grief brought him to her and they eventually find their way to each other and admit their love
Their journey is EPIC, hot/steamy and funny at times.
Gordain and Ella are the BEST parents ever!!! But G – I fell for him so much more with his dad side coming out.
The bromance between G and Leo – one word AWESOME!
Leo and Viola – where do I start – just adorable – the banter, the steam, the trust, the complete adoration in each other just makes this an EPIC read
You HAVE to read this…
I loved how Viola and Leo first met and then how circumstances bring them together again although they are in no way good circumstances but we get to see that spark ignite. But nothing is smooth sailing and it seems every time they get so close to getting things right something happens and you want to rip your hair out and scream as well as at times strangle people. You are torn in so any directions with who you want to stand by and who you want to shake and Viola’s Mum and Dad, especially her Dad are the bestest ever!!!
Fallen Snow is yet another 5 star read from Jolie Vines. How she keeps creating such intriguing and relatable characters I don’t know. Leo and Viola stole my heart from the beginning and didn’t let it go.
Leo, having just suffered a terrible loss, is trying to find the music within again. And Viola, also suffering a terrible loss, but of different kind, is trying to figure out who she is now. These two broken people find each other and forge a beautiful connection. One that is tested multiple times, but both our hero and heroine know that it is worth everything they must go through in the end.
I highly recommend Fallen Snow and all the other books in Vines’ Wild Scots series. Although this can be read as a standalone, I would recommend reading the previous books in the series first.
Another brilliant read from this author!
“She’d hit me like a lightning bolt. We’d been kids, but one evening of kissing her had inspired far too many of my greatest hits.”
Four years ago, Viola McRae and Leo Banks spent a brief evening of time together and, even though they never saw each other again, they’d never forgotten the other. In the present day, both are broken souls – one is on the verge of losing a career she’s dedicated her whole life to, and the other is holding a grief so deep that it’s blocking his creativity. In desperation, Leo finds his way back into Viola’s life but when he finds a young woman who is still struggling to come to terms with the big change in her life, he questions if he can really use her again to inspire him. And, let’s not ignore the undeniable connection and chemistry that sparks up between them once more.
“Something about this man hit a nerve deep inside my mind. Whenever we were together, I felt happier.”
This author is such a fantastic writer. With each book I read, I never know quite what the journey will be and I find myself always charmed by the direction of the storylines, set against a vivid and beautiful backdrop. The characters are never perfect – always something innately human about them that make them easy to connect with.
Viola and Leo were no exception. Viola is fearless and and pretty indomitable yet her heart is soft. She was a great role model for young girls in terms of commitment and drive and when she finally accepted what she’d lost, she accepted what she needed to do to move forward with her life. Leo was so lost. My heart hurt badly for him. He trusted easily in his eagerness to belong somewhere but I adored how easily he fit into Viola’s family. Seriously, her father, Gordain – I really need to catch up with his story because he’s definitely someone you want on your side.
“I was petrified, exhilarated, and gone so bad for her I could barely think.”
Viola and Leo’s journey to their HEA was riddled with obstacles and misunderstandings, but what I loved was that they ultimately listened to what their hearts were telling them. They made the other feel alive and desired. They were sweet, adorable and so sexy together.
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What happens when life changes in an instant, when the dreams you had for yourself are changed? Well, according to Jolie Vines’s newest book, Fallen Snow, you find a different soft place to land. Whether that soft place is family or friends or a love interest, the challenges of life can be softened, and your heart can be mended. After reading Fallen Snow, I have determined that it is my favorite Wild Scots book to date. Much like the first three books of this series, our favorite older characters are part and parcel of the story, building a nostalgia for Vines’s earlier works. More importantly, though, is Vines’s characterization of Viola and Leo. That is the ultimate gift of this newest book from Jolie Vines.
So why should you read Fallen Snow? Here goes:
*Viola is now my favorite Vines heroine. After reading other reviews, I know this is a common thought about this book. If you’ve read Vines’s other books, you know that she has a way of crafting women who are both vulnerable and strong (some of them more vulnerable than others). Viola is more of this perfect blend except that she has a sensibility too. Much like her father Gourdain, and her mother, Ella, she has a practicality to her character that allows her to look through the challenges of her romance with Leo. I personally adored that about her. When so many romances use heroines who become emotionally unglued easily when Viola encounters trials, she mourns the ease of life, but she never backs down from the trial. She encounters and endures it, coming out on the backside of it a better heroine. Vines is insightful in developing her character, showing readers how to endure and grow in the midst of challenges.
*Leo is a complicated hero. I was thinking about him in the context of the Marry the Scots and Wild Scots heroes, and he continues the Vines mantra for her heroes: love the heroine at any cost. This is my favorite part of reading a Vines book; it’s what I comment on the most in her books. She realizes heroes into stories that don’t struggle with their love for the heroine. Yes, their lives might be complicated, and they struggle to fit the heroine into that complication. However, they will always and forever love and adore the heroine. For romance readers, there is a comfort in knowing that Vines consistently writes this type of heroic archetype. Your anxiousness for their happy ending never revolves around her hero’s love for the heroine; it is always about their ability to brave their journey.
*The ancillary characters of this story remind you why you love Vines’s storytelling. Gourdain and Ella are more present in Fallen Snow than the other parents have been in the first three books of the Wild Scots series. Or maybe it’s that I fell in love again with Gourdain again. I loved his character immensely in Hero. He continues that devotion and adoration for his daughter and wife into this one. In fact, without spoiling anything, he transfers some of that onto another character which offered up some of the most emotional parts of Fallen Snow. Even more, we have the return of a somewhat villainous character from an earlier book, connecting us, once again, to Vines’s larger universe. These moments hit against those feelings of nostalgia for Vines’s earlier books.
When you finish reading a Jolie Vines romance, you come away with an admonishment for greater truths of life. Dreams are important, but life can change them easily. This is the essence of Fallen Snow, and the beauty of this story is recognizing that changing one’s dreams isn’t a rejection of them. Instead, it’s simply finding a new place to inhabit. Given our times, I think this message is a worthy one, and Jolie Vines has articulated it so beautifully into this newest book that you come away feeling like you can take on the challenges of our own world, as long as you have love. For me, Viola and Leo and Vines’s Fallen Snow is my favorite Vines book thus far.
I loved this story! It had me laughing and crying. I enjoyed the sense of family and love, and all the hard work both Viola and Leo put into their relationship. Theirs was an instant connection but a short one in the beginning. And then life hit them hard. I loved Viola’s strength to accept her changed circumstances, even though she did have her doubts. Leo was so blind as to what was happening around him, and I was so glad that Viola’s entire family was there to help him survive. These two were a wonderful couple and very healing for each other.
I received an ARC of this story as a gift, and this is my unsolicited review.
Fame brings them together, tragedy, chemistry and love unite them?
5 stars
This had a great plot; the main characters were likable and complex; plenty of obstacles and false turns to make times together that much more satisfying; some truly awful, betraying villains; intense bouts of steam; and a romance that fights to stay alive. Plus, young heroine Viola’s family, the main subjects for this series, are always waiting in the wings to provide support at the crucial moment.
I love the series and even though the Scottish angle is less pronounced in Viola and Leo’s story, it was a great addition to my reading list and library. Can’t wait for the next one!
Loved this book. They met when they were 17. He never forgot her and she never forgot him. good read and romance. Love second chance romances.
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Fallen Snow (Wild Scots #4) by Jolie Vines is a contemporary, new adult, second chance, rockstar romance told in first person dual POV. Each book in the Wild Scots series can be read as a standalone. If you enjoy them, you’ll want to read them all because the characters you meet will continue to reappear throughout the other books. The Wild Scots series is a spinoff from the Marry the Scot series featuring the next generation. Although you don’t need to read those first, if you enjoy this series, you won’t be disappointed by going back to the beginning with Marry the Scot.
Snowboarding phenom, Viola, and up-and-coming rock star, Leo, met at age 17 and shared a sweet first kiss. They made such an impression on each other, that even though they didn’t exchange information or keep in touch, they never forgot each other.
Four years have passed, and both have experienced tragedy. Viola is confined to a wheelchair, and Leo is struggling to write the songs needed for his album. He comes to Castle Braithar, Viola’s family home, to get help from her mother who has worked wonders with other musicians, but his true motivation for being there is seeing Viola again.
What will happen when they come face to face for the first time in years? Can these two broken hearts help each other mend? Or will they be better off as friends? Read the book to find out.
I loved Viola and Leo’s story. I connected with them both immediately and rooted for them as they struggled with grief and heartache and fought to overcome and heal. I loved the support they showed each other – especially Gordain and Ella parenting Leo when he needed family. I loved how being together resulted in growth for both Leo and Viola. They had such fun, witty banter, and their chemistry was off the charts too. You can’t go wrong with a Jolie Vines book. I know because I’ve read them all. This is a fantastic addition to the series. Highly recommended!
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
I can’t brag on Jolie Vines enough. She is the author that captures your interest from the first page and doesn’t let you go. It doesn’t take her a few chapters to grab you. She is amazing. So, 1-Click this book to get story full of so much heart that you will fall in love with both Leo and Viola. Such a great love story filled with plenty of steam and lots of laugh out loud moments. Also, the relationship that Leo and Gordain form, so sweet and heart-melting. There were so many great moments in Fallen Snow. 5 Stars Jolie Vines and thank you for handling my heart with care
This book will break your heart before putting it back together again!
Leo and Viola’s first meeting as teens was just enough to establish their attraction and connection. When they meet years later, they both are just coming off of life-shattering events. I loved the dynamic between them, how the attraction was still just as strong, even though they were too broken right then to make the most of the opportunity. Nothing heals like time, though, and soon these two are filling in the voids in each other’s hearts and falling in love was never so much fun!
Leo is everything we want our heroine to fall in love with! As much as he is devoted to Viola, he’s almost as deep in love with Gordain! But then again, aren’t we all? Viola has her mother’s strength and no-nonsense approach to life, and I actually cheered at her on-stage response to Leo’s plans. I loved their classy response to all the negative publicity stunts. The music video was perfect, and the accompanying statement is a life lesson for all.
The author’s carryover of minor characters from previous books was brilliant, though I was still surprised by the extent of the treachery from an unexpected source. Rounding out the cast with familiar as well as new characters added tremendous depth to this fictional world, and I for one am totally in love with this entire series.
One word of warning: even as hot as the intimate scenes are throughout this book, I needed a fan and a bucket of ice when I was done reading the epilogue that set up the next romance! And it was only a kiss! Each book in this series is a standalone romance and Leo and Viola’s HEA was sublime. I’m very much looking forward to reading more in this series. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Viola and Leo are from two different worlds. She’s an all star snow boarder and he’s a rock star. They first meet when they are 17 and though brief, neither forgets the other. Years later she is recovering from a terrible accident and he finds his way back into her life. The two have a lot of emotions to go through, they each have to work on themselves and fight against the drama of the world. It’s a roller-coaster ride of read. I love Viola’s dad, he is always there for both of them. The author does a wonderful job of making the characters feel real and running the gambit of emotions. I would definitely recommend. I volunteered to read this book via Booksprout.
Each book in this series seems to be better than the last. My favorite so far as these are two kids with a strange, unwavering attachment. They first met at a ski resort. She was competing, he was the up and coming Rock Star performing there. Once their lives crossed, they couldn’t forget each other. It was the first kiss for both of them and it floored each of them. She became his muse but they didn’t cross paths again until four years later. The resulting meet up was painful and hopeful. They had both suffered tragedy and pain. Could they make things work? Nothing is perfect in this world and they needed to accept that. Together they could do anything, maybe. Viola and Leo would need to work really hard to find a happily ever after, if they wanted it. There are roadblocks every where they look but they are the most adorable couple. Both are strong willed in their own ways. You will love the interaction of emotions and memories in this “can’t put down” novel. Have a box of tissue by your side, you’ll need it,
Young love is so hard to come by. It usually isn’t even acknowledged. In a sense that can be a good thing as both souls still need to grow. That is what happened here. Leo and Viola met when they were just teenagers. They spent an amazing night together and then went their separate ways. Each of them keeping track of the other without any communication. When they finally come together again they are both broken.
These two were fun to get to know. They each had their strengths but also their weaknesses. Leo’s were just easier to see. He is an amazing musician but lacks the family he desires. When his dad comes into his life he lowers his guard and lets his weakness show. Viola is used to being active. Because of her accident she has crawled inside of herself and is having a hard time. However she is stronger than she thinks and finally starts to find her way again.
I adored both of these characters. Viola for overcoming her fears and finding her way. I also adore her strength and not allowing outside forces to affect her. And Leo for being straight forward and such a gentleman. He had morals and stuck to them. Viola’s parents were an amazing part of this story. I haven’t read their story but I just may need to do that. I love coming back to the McRae family and am now looking forward to Blayne’s story! *I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.*
I love Fallen Snow! This book is incredible. This might just be my favourite one of the series. The characters are amazing. The book is well written with great depth of characters. Their love grows through such strength and courage and great trials. Such great chemistry. The inclusion of the secondary characters is so wonderful and part of what makes this series so incredible. I seriously can not say how much I love this book. I could not put the book down. This is an absolute must read!
Rockstar romance
Snowboarding superstar
Love at first kiss
Needless to say, this book was on another level. Viola and Leo fell for each other, at the young age of 17. Unbeknownst to them, they secretly held a torch for each other over the years. Both of them came together during a low point in their lives. With depression from a accident and a death of a family member. Leo and Viola needed each other to regain a purpose in life, to get though the troubling past.
This book was phenomenal. By far one of my favorites of the series. When Leo feels like he is all alone he finds his way back to Viola and her family. The immediate response and possessive instinct that Gordain has with Leo is amazing. There is an instant after/son relationship that is formed.
Viola was a recluse after her accident. She fell into a deep depression and Leo helped her see light again. He helped her find herself and heal. She was able to heal mentally and physically with a lot of hard work.
The angst, heartache, tragedy mixed with an epic love story. Amazing read…. as always. Job well done
It started with a kiss (sounds like a song) Two broken people, both in need of help, both help each other in many different ways! life can be like that. They met when they were 17, a few years later they reconnected. Within this beautiful story you will find, betrayal, greed, underhandedness, honour and above all love! You will also find the true meaning of family! And it doesn’t have to mean by blood either! I can’t wait to read more from this author! Thank you for allowing me to read a very good book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Ms. Vines does a wonderful job of making the characters feel real and even though the characters were a bit narcissistic they totally belonged together. HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.