WRECKED - Lauren Asher

“𝑰𝒇 𝒘𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝒅𝒆𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒖𝒔, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒘𝒆 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔.”

Goodreads rating - 4.17/5 
My rating - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 

Book trope - Sports romance, forced proximity

While reading this novvel I found myself immersed in a gripping rollercoaster of emotions, exploring the dark depths of addiction, the struggle for redemption, and an unexpected love story set against the thrilling backdrop of Formula 1 racing.
It introduces us to Jax, a character whose life revolves around destructive decisions, seeking solace in pills, alcohol, and the adrenaline rush of reckless choices. His existence is a tumultuous whirlwind of self-destruction, a cycle that continues until one fateful night when a catastrophic mistake alters the course of his life. To salvage his tarnished reputation, Jax's team makes a pivotal decision, hiring Elena, an overpaid guardian tasked with reigning in his erratic behavior. Elena is a formidable force, determined to thwart his reckless plans. Little do they know that in the midst of their constant clashes, a dangerous chemistry is ignited, making Elena his newest addiction.
On the other side of this tumultuous equation is Elena, fighting her own financial battles. Desperation leads her to a Formula 1 team desperately in need of a PR savior. Her mission is clear: tame the wild and unruly Jax, ensuring his cooperation. However, the path to success is filled with obstacles as their hotel room becomes a battleground of wills. To succeed in her mission, Elena must uncover Jax's vulnerabilities, but the truths she unravels threaten to dismantle everything—Jax, herself, and the fragile connection that's slowly growing between them.
Asher's writing keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they navigate the turbulent terrain of addiction and redemption, hand in hand with these imperfect yet captivating characters.
If you crave a passionate and emotionally charged romance interwoven with adrenaline-pumping drama, "Wrecked" deserves a prime spot on your reading list.