Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have not read any books by this author before but i will be on the lookout now. I really enjoyed this story and being under 200 pages I was able to finish this pretty quickly. Really enjoyed this read and while I dont watch sports, at all, I love to read about them so this was right up my alley.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I haven’t read anything by this author previously, but after reading the synopsis it sounded like a quick, hot read. It really was, but I was pleasantly surprised by the story I became drawn into. While the timeframe is set in the 90s, the ideas presented of women in a “manly” job, interracial relationships, one night stands can still be considered very modern.
Leslie is a badass firefighter, putting up with being treated as though she is out of place, interested in a hot guy she just wants a quick fling with – to relieve a little stress. Trevor is on board and they have a hot night together – but both can’t stop thinking ofthe other. There are a lot of things that seem like they might not be able to tied together, but I really enjoyed this book. It was definitely a hot quick read, but not because there wasn’t a lot of story to get engrossed in. Looking forward to getting into more of this series.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is book one of the series. I couldn’t put this book down!
Leslie is bold and unapologetic. She gave ballet up for firefighting and definitely feels she should be able to act like one of the guys as she sees fit. That doesn’t mean she doesn’t have to work hard for every bit of respect. After a one-night stand with Trevor, the last thing she wants or needs is a distraction. Trevor doesn’t want only one night with Leslie. He’s got a lot to focus on with football but he’s determined to get another chance with Leslie. Can they work it out between them or will they be too reluctant to distraction?
I enjoyed these characters. Leslie is tough and is such a great character. I wish I could be more like her!
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is scorching hot and it sucked me right in from the very first page. I absolutely love how Leslie breaks the mold in so many ways. She isn’t afraid to take chances and go after what she wants in her personal life. She also works in a male dominated field and it’s horrifying the things those monsters put her through simply because she is a woman. Trevor is such a sweet, patient man. He doesn’t let her scare him away with all of the walls that she keeps throwing up and he loves to take care of her and show her that it doesn’t mean she’s weak if she leans on him sometimes. This book is full of heat, romance and danger and tackles misogyny. This is a definite must read and I’m so excited to read the next book in this series.
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Leslie McClunis is a dedicated Firefighter trying hard to make her way in a male dominated profession made even more difficult when the men she is suppose to work along side and trust, don’t want her there and make their feelings known regularly. This element of the story made me so damn angry!
At a painting class she meets Trevor Hampton, who unknown to her is a defensive end for the Cleveland Browns. Leslie is keen for a one night stand but Trevor very soon decides he wants a whole lot more. Trevor is one determined man and he is out to see that Leslie, his strong independent pocket rocket becomes his and that she succeeds.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by Carina Alyce
Wildcat is a fast paced Steamy Firefighter Romance that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. I absolutely loved this book and the characters are relatable and fully developed. This is a fairly new author to me but I’m definitely looking forward to seeing what other books she has written. This is Leslie and Trevor’s story. She’s a Firefighter and he plays football. These two had one steamy night of passion and her normal is to send them packing. Can one night lead to more? Can they make a relationship work? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 Stars
Wildcat is the first book in the MetroGen After Hours series by Carina Alyce. I had not read any of this author’s work before, so I really wasn’t sure what to expect going in. But the blurb read well and intrigued me enough to want to buy a copy to explore. What I found was a great firefighter romance with hot and steamy details as well as emotion, humour, banter, angst, push-pull, tension, suspense, and drama.
Leslie McClunis feels she’s had to work twice as hard as the men in her field and has to prove herself every day. She works hard and plays harder, enjoying her independence. She definitely doesn’t want or need a relationship tying her down. Then she has a one-night-stand with a hot football star who has other ideas. Will he be the man who finally tames this wildcat? You will have to read the story to find out all the interesting and steamy details for yourself.
This is a very quick and easy read, with just under 200 pages I zipped through the story very quickly. I did enjoy the story as it is but would have loved to read a longer version with even more details and what is here already being more fleshed out.
I also learned that ‘wildcat’ isn’t only a term used to describe our main female character, it is also a football term used to describe a play (offensive)where the ball is snapped to a player other than the quarterback.
And now I will definitely be looking for the rest of this series to read
Happy reading!
Thank you, Carina Alyce!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was my first read from this author and I loved it, definitely a 5 star read. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. Even though its a shorter read this couple quickly became one of my favorites.
Leslie is a firefighter and Trevor is a football player, both of them had no intentions of having a relationship. But….after a one night stand they both are having a hard time moving on.
Will they both let down their guard and try for something more?
I really loved these characters, Leslie was very independent and was like one of the guys. This is a great start to the new series. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today.
Reviewed by @mab54615
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Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the first book in the MetroGen Downtown series. We meet Trevor and Leslie who have an amazing night of passion that is supposed to be a one-night stand. Leslie is working hard to prove herself as a woman firefighter. Trevor is a football player who isn’t used to being told no. I am a sucker for a strong female lead in any book, and I love Leslie. My partner is a wildland firefighter and I know firsthand that it isn’t an easy job and loving one can be even harder. To be a female and going through the same struggles, I couldn’t even imagine. Can Leslie let down her defenses just a little to let Trevor in? This was a read full of steamy romance that I couldn’t put down.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was amazingly captivating. I loved it. It gets steamy from the very beginning, which is great. The characters were beautifully written. I found myself lost in this book while reading. I didn’t want to put it down. Great way to start a series.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
It’s a nice enjoyable story. It is easy to read and fast paced. The characters are good but my favorite is the female character. Watching how she tried to integrate with her fellow firefighters was interesting. A female working her way into a male dominated career. Always a good/bad time and her personality a plus. Male lead was good as well. I just didnt like him as much as the female.
I did struggle with the second portion of the story. This starts out with excitement then we travel back in time to the beginning of a relationship. After that gets figured out we go back to current-ish time. Problem is there was a lot of talking about characters we don’t know. So it easily lost my interest.
This is an okay read. A lot of this story focuses on the two main characters and we don’t get to like or dislike other characters. Maybe a look at some of these others would round out the story.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Roaring hot!
This is the first book in the MetroGen Downtown series and it was scorching. Firefighter Leslie is working hard against the tide of chauvinism in the firefighting world. Footballer Trevor is at the peak of his career amongst big changes with his club. Neither were looking for a long term commitment. A romance with a very sharp edge and hot as sin sexy times, I found this a great afternoon escape.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
WoooHOO! I found a new steamy fun author to devour! This is one I could NOT put down. Thankfully it was a short and very easy to devour read that only kept me up slightly past my bedtime lol. I was hooked right into Leslie and Trevor’s story and completely captivated by the way this one just rolled off the kindle like a television show. I see now this seems to be a thing, maybe we should have some producers read these books and take note because I was way more entertained than I have been in a long while with my typical medical television dramas that I normally love and devour I have absolutely been a diehard fan so this book was right up my alley when I discover Leslie was a female firefighter making her way in a mans world. It just really made her a fun character to follow and love. Trevor was relatable and loveable even being a football player jock. These two will have you loving love and wanting the heat! I can’t wait to see what will come next!!
Review by @lizaileen
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Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is quite a quick and steamy romance story that had seem enjoyable characters. The had a great chemistry between them and worked well together as the main characters.
I struggled a little with the flow of the story. For some reason I didn’t quite connect with it. However the premise was there and for me the characters carried it through. An overall good story.
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is such a good book to a great series! I can feel it. I love the steam and romance the two main characters have. I couldn’t help, but blush during some of the steamy parts. I also love the way that the characters fought through everything obstacle that came their way and came out stronger. I can’t wait for the second book to come out! I’m sure it’ll be hard for me to put down like this one was!
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really enjoyed it. I really liked the characters Leslie and Trevor. They really did have a great amount of chemistry between them and I was definitely rooting for them throughout the story. I really admired Leslie, she clearly loved her job but being a female firefighter came with its problems and she really worked hard to prove herself. Although this was a short story it definitely wasn’t short on detail and it had a great pace and flow. I will definitely be looking forward to reading more from this author again in the future.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this short romance. Even though its a short story the passion is so hot and steamy and it jumps right off the pages.
Leslie is a firefighter with Firehouse 15. She had worked hard for her job and she is trying to earn the respect of her colleagues. What she doesn’t need or want is a man to change that. That is until she meets Trevor.
Trevor is a professional footballer. He’s used to women throwing themselves at him so when he meets Leslie with her cold almost uninterested ways he can’t help himself being drawn to her and wanting to know more.
The couple meet and have a one night stand. That’s all Leslie was after but now they have an attraction that neither of them can deny.
Can they work their careers and relationship out? Will they get a happily ever after or will something in their jobs really mess things up for them?
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Spicy and saucy, that’s what this book brings to mind. Kind of what you wish TV fire station shows could be. Leslie is already battling stereotypes trying to fit in to the Cleveland firehouse 15. She works with a bunch of chauvenistic jerks. Putting up with a lot of guff is parr for the course. Trevor is a gorgeous football player she meets at a Bob Ross paint class. The chemistry is just right and BANG!! the rest is history. They have a couple of pretty big challenges to get through but they do. Sacrifices are made. True love is shown and always wins. The story is well-written. I enjoyed the plot. Watching their relationship develop and them learn about each other was special. The characters were awesome. I felt like they could have been straight off a fire show. Well-done. I really enjoyed the book. I’m looking forward to reading more. I recommend you give this one a go.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
This is the first book I have read by this author, and I enjoyed it. This romance is a short story. One amazing night with a wildcat firefighter was all it was meant to be. But he can’t stop thinking about her. Firefighting is her life, and no man will ever get in the way of that. It is full of humour sass and feisty attitudes with lots of push and pull, angst and frustrations.
Grab a copy for a little afternoon delight.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Leslie McClunis is one of only a few women in the fire department. She has put up with a lot while putting in time at Firehouse 15. When she meets Trevor Hampton in a painting class she only meant for them to have one steamy night together. Trevor had other plans though and the rest as they say is history. Overall I did enjoy this book. This is the first book I’ve ever ready by this author and I do look forward to the rest of the series.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a a feel good romance that was sweet, steamy, and fun. Trevor and Leslie had a chemistry and connection that was not going away. Leslie was focused on her job as a female firefighter, and trying to show her team she is just as good as one of the men. Meeting Trevor and having their one night stand throws everything off. Trevor is sweet and possessive. He is a teddy bear Alpha type all rolled in one. As a successful defensive end in the NFL for Cleveland he is determine to make Leslie his. As he fights to show Leslie they are meant to be, Leslie battles the men of the firehouse and the ill treatment she continues to verbally and physically receive.
Will Leslie and Trevor make it to find their HEA, or will her desire to prove herself be the downfall for them both?
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a new author that I haven’t read before and Wildcat was an ok read for me. I respect all that Leslie has been through over the years with her career and how challenging it was for her as a woman in a man’s world but aside from that, I just couldn’t root for her or even like the character. I wanted to love this book because the cover and Description was good but, I just thought the book was ok. Not sure why Trevor was so hung up on her. I just didn’t find the book very believable except for Leslie’s obstacles she faced. I would read another book by the author in the future.
Review by @xchellex
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book has so much steam from the very beginning, that you can’t help but blush while reading it. The story itself is a little all over the place. I’m not meaning poorly written, it has a great story line to it and amazing characters. What made it all over the place for me was the added point of view. It isn’t horrible, I just didn’t care to have a third persons point of view as to what was going on. Purely my own opinion. I love the two main characters giving their view of what is going on. Adding the third person to it just kinda lost the feel of the story for me. I love a strong female character but don’t necessarily care for a female character that is so set in her ways that it is a liability to herself. Most people don’t do what the main female in the story did. I love that she has a passion for what she does. I love that the main man is supportive of her dreams and is willing to make sure that she can accomplish everything safely. It is a swoony romance and you are captivated by not only all the steamy scenes but also the reactions of the characters when things happen. It is not your typical firefighter romance book. If you go in with an open mind and about 2 hours of time you can finish this book with a slight coloring of your cheeks and a new appreciation for female firefighters.
Review by @bbohls
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved Leslie and Trevor’s story. Leslie was definitely my favorite. She proves that women are strong and can do whatever they set their minds too. But at the same time it also touches on the troubles we might face when working in a mostly male work place. Also the steam was the perfect amount and the romance was beautiful! Great read.
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is a romance story that is engaging and hard to put down. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed and can’t wait to read more from them in the future. This is a well written story where the author’s use of detail made the story entertaining and easy to read. The characters are connectable and pulled me into the story from the beginning. This is a story that is fast paced and full of steam. This is a shorter story that really packs the romance in. Leslie and Travor are great characters and have great growth throughout the story. What will fate have in store for these two? I highly recommend reading this book to find out.
Review by @bjwagner
Wildcat: A Steamy Firefighter Romance by alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a fantastic read and great start to a new series, I could not get enough of the characters or the steam they both let out when ever they were near one another! I felt like I was constantly in my own steam room. I loved this book, it is one I would re read to enjoy as well for sure!
I loved how Leslie was the firefighter. I loved how she was the career driven woman. And we had Trevor who was a player of one of my favorite things, football! I loved how real they were, with such things as do not get attached, what the night was, was what it was sort of thing. I loved how their passion and want for one another was really strongly there right from the start, but as you read on you got to learn about each ot them, and why they are hesitant in the ways they act. They were vividly real characters!
Another thing I loved was the author took two characters who were not only real, but really had issues to work through together, and decide if this was the game they wanted and do a touch down, or very much, a fire to be put out. I loved the ending also. I could not have pictured it better. This book kept me interested, and happy feelings as I read through, hoping the best for these two hearts!
Wonderful read. Defiantly a good, hot, steamy read. With emotions that really bring everything to the table. I do highly recommend this must read author and their amazing book. Do not pass them up, this was a real treat, and it is one I surely will be reading again to get my seconds!
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This story is sure to fog up the glasses. Steamy doesn’t begin to capture all that this story delivers. Passionate and sensual, the main characters served up sass, sarcasm and sizzle. Immeasurable chemistry boiled between them. This story was energetic and engaging. It sucked me in and enthralled me. The only thing is I wished it was a little longer. I felt like I was only beginning to understand the intricacies of the lead couple. I still loved everything about it. An original and enjoyable story. 4 stars.
Wildcat by Carina Alyce
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 stars!
Great sports/firefighter romance. Leslie is such a strong and independent woman, I really loved her from beginning to end. Trevor is the one man that came into her life and was able to smooth our her rough edges. I hate that she had to endure so much to do a job she loved, a “man’s job” but she excelled, because women can be firefighters! I really enjoyed watching Leslie and Trevor’s relationship grow, Trevor’s love and dedication to their relationship is so sweet and watching him do anything and everything to keep them together makes me swoon. It is always nice when there is an epilogue and the hint at the next book looks like more drama and fun on the way.
Carina Alyce is the pen name of the Amazon best-selling author and full-time triple board-certified physician who started writing dramatic medical romances after twenty years in the trenches of health care. She promises she never had sex in a call room – the mattresses are not comfortable – or had a fistfight with a patient – though she did work as a fight doc at the Octagon. Her stories are sexy, snarky, and real with all the romance and drama of the lives of our first responders.
She writes the MetroGeneral Downtown series that tackles the personal and professional challenges facing our front-line providers. You’ll find her stories have the drama of Grey’s Anatomy, the comedy of Scrubs, the sexiness of Outlander, and the medical details of Forensic Files. They feature fast, witty dialogue, strong women with goals, and quirky ensemble casts.
When not working or writing, she is a brown belt in judo, an avid reader, and an attending surgeon in stuffed animal veterinary medicine for her six kids. (No one trusts her husband’s medical skills because he’s just a lawyer.) You can follow her at carinaalyce.com/newsletter or see her dance and make Grey’s Anatomy jokes on TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@carinaalyce
