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heavy duty tent canvas

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heavy duty tent canvas Heavy Duty Canvas Tents 14x16 / 5' SidewallHEAVY DUTY TENTS FREE SHIPPING Enjoy fast, free shipping on all orders at Wall Tent Shop! SHIPS IN 1 3 DAYS Our heavy duty tents ship 1 3 days after purchase. NO SALES TAX Save 6 9% right away with no sales tax!* LOW PRICES Our heavy duty camping tents are priced lower than other companies standard tents. FREE BACK DOOR OR BACK WINDOW Choose a free back door or a free back window! *Items shipped to an Idaho address must pay Idaho sales tax. COMPETITOR

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*Items shipped to an Idaho address must pay Idaho sales tax.

COMPETITOR PRICE COMPARISON

Standard features: 10 oz canvas, 5' sidewalls, stove jack

WILDERNESS TENT ONLY PRICES ARE RED.

Tent Only

Price

Comparison

SALES TAX

FREE S&H

8x10

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

10x12

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

12x14

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

Wilderness

NO

YES

$850

$900

$1150

Competitors




Big Sky YES NO $1170 $1265
$1375
Davis YES NO NA $1243
$1525
Kwik Kamp YES NO $855
$1072
$1314
Rainier YES NO NA $1410 $1819
Reliable YES NO $845 $1056 $1286
Beckel YES NO $975 $1015 $1400
WhiteDuck YES YES W/ Frame $1750 W/ Frame $2100 W/ Frame $2400


SALES TAX

FREE S&H

14x16

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

16x20

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

16x24

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

Wilderness NO YES

$1450

$1800

$2000

Competitors




Big Sky YES NO $1695
$1975
NA
Davis YES NO $1802
$2184
$2563
Kwik Kamp YES NO $1585
$1997
$2289
Rainier YES NO NA $2251
NA
Reliable YES NO $1650
$2035
NA
Beckel YES NO $1475 $1675 $1915
WhiteDuck YES YES W/ Frame $3000 W/ Frame $3990 W/ Frame $4900

Davis price for 10’ x 12’ is a 10’ x 15’, 12’ x 14’ is a 12’ x 15’, 14’ x 16’ is a 14’ x 15’, 16’ x 24’ is 16’ x 25’.

Rainier price for 14’ x 16’ is a 12’ x 16’.

Beckel price for an 8’ x 10’ is a 9’ x 9’ 4-foot sidewall, 10’ x 12’ is a 9’ x 12’ 4-foot sidewall, 12’ x 14’ is a 12’ x 15’, 14’ x 16’ is a 15’ x 15’, 16’ x 20’ is a 15’ x 21’, 16’ x 20’ is a 18’ x 21’.

NOTE: Fire 10’ x 12’ with front screen door, side windows, and back window. Different features from standard Wilderness heavy-duty tents. See photos below.

THE 10’ X 12’ FIRE-TREATED TENT WITH FRONT SCREEN DOOR IS A CUSTOM TENT.  Call or email for additional custom features.

Models Available

WILDERNESS HEAVY DUTY TENTS FOR SALE IN 5 CATEGORIES

  1. Tent Only: Wilderness or Montana Canvas
  2. Tent and Angle Kit to Make Frame
  3. Tent and Complete Frame
  4. Tent, Angle Kit to Make Frame, Tarp Fly, Stove
  5. Tent, Complete Frame, Tarp Fly, Stove

6' SIDE WALL OPTION

6-foot option only available on FIRE, water, and mildew-treated heavy-duty camping tents.

Standard Features

STRONGEST, MOST REINFORCED, STURDIEST TENT AVAILABLE

The most important aspect of our Wilderness heavy-duty camping tent is its durability and ability to withstand challenging environmental conditions. The Wilderness heavy-duty outdoor tent will provide a secure, reliable shelter and a very sturdy tent, ensuring the safety and comfort of individuals in outdoor environments. Buy our heavy-duty tents with full confidence.

Click Heavy-Duty Canvas Tents For Sale to view all available tents.

$200 worth of free options compared to some other tent companies.

  • FREE BACK DOOR OR BACK WINDOW. A $50 free feature.
  • FREE DOUBLE LAYER OF CANVAS ON RIDGE. Significantly reinforces the ridge. Some tent companies charge $75 to $200 for this feature.
  • FREE STORM FLAP/COLORADO DOOR. 8" storm flap with buckle protects front & back door zippers from snow and ice. A $45 to $115 option on some tents.
  • FREE REINFORCED EAVE WITH WEBBING ENTIRE LENGTH OF EAVE.
  • FREE STEEL D RINGS SEWN INTO WEBBING. Our heavy-duty tents are much stronger than tents with metal grommets pressed into canvas eaves.
  • STOVE JACK OPENING. 5 1/2 inches. 6-inch available by cutting out just before the stitched 6-inch pattern.
  • VINYL SOD CLOTH. 10" vinyl sod cloth sewn onto the bottom of the wall.
  • TENT BAG.
  • RIDGE OPENINGS FOR LODGE POLE.
  • FRONT ZIPPERED DOOR, YKK #10.
  • 200 FEET OF ROPE AND 20 TENSIONERS
  • 5' SIDEWALLS. Walls are measured from the outside of the tent.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT MAKES THE WILDERNESS TENT A HEAVY-DUTY TENT?

Heavy-duty canvas tents are known for their durability and resilience, making them suitable for various outdoor activities, including camping, hunting, and long-term shelter. Below are some Wilderness tent characteristics that make our Wilderness the best heavy-duty canvas tent available.

  1. Material: Wilderness heavy-duty outdoor tents are made from ARMY DUCK-DOUBLE FILL CANVAS - the highest quality canvas made..

    Our canvas strength and quality are second to none. Click to view my canvas strength video where I tie a rope loop to the eave D ring, and then I stand on it. I put 200 lbs of pressure on the Wilderness heavy-duty tent canvas. The Wilderness is an exceptionally strong and durable heavy-duty camping tent.

    • VIEW 50 TENT PICTURES. Some of the tent photos have 1 foot of snow on the roof without a frame to support the roof. There are very few heavy-duty outdoor tents that can withstand such a snow load without a frame supporting the roof.
  2. HEAVY-DUTY TENT DESIGN:

    • I designed the Wilderness to be the strongest, most reinforced, and the best heavy-duty camping tent available. — Rich, Owner.
    • Double layer of canvas on the tent ridge.
    • Webbing reinforcement on the eave. Most tents have canvas eaves that are not as strong as eaves reinforced with webbing.
    • D rings sewn into the eave webbing. Most heavy-duty camping tents have grommets pressed into the canvas. This is a weak point. Grommets are easily pulled out of the canvas.
    • Reinforced ridge ends with multiple layers of canvas.
    • Reinforced 4 wall corners with multiple layers of canvas.
  3. Breathability: Despite being heavy-duty, the Wilderness heavy tent canvas is breathable, allowing air circulation. This helps in reducing condensation inside the tent, making it more comfortable for extended stays. Synthetic tents do not breathe, and condensation will occur. Condensation will be even worse if a propane stove is used.
  4. Frame: Wilderness tent has a frame option of a sturdy steel conduit frame. The frame design is crucial for supporting the weight of the heavy tent canvas and providing a very sturdy tent in various weather conditions.
  5. Zippers and Fastenings: Wilderness heavy-duty canvas tent zippers and fasteners are designed to withstand frequent use and resist wear and tear. The Wilderness heavy-duty tents’ zippers are YKK # 10, and other fasteners are also YKK. These zippers and fasteners are heavy-duty as well.
  6. Water Resistance: While canvas itself is naturally water-resistant, the Wilderness tents are treated for water resistance using marine-grade water treatment. This treatment provides a barrier to prevent water penetration. It also enhances the waterproofing of the heavy-duty camping tent.
  7. Durability: These heavy-duty outdoor tents are designed to withstand harsh weather conditions, including rain, wind, snow, sleet, and UV exposure. The material is thicker and more rugged than that of standard canvas. On our customer testimonial page, there are several images showing a tree falling on the Wilderness tent. The frame was totally destroyed, but there was not a tear anywhere in the canvas. A testament showing this is one tough, heavy-duty tent.
  8. Weight: Wilderness heavy-duty canvas tents are heavier than lightweight camping tents. Lightweight camping tents use lighter canvas or a synthetic material, and they are not as strong or as durable.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A HEAVY-DUTY CANVAS TENT AND A STANDARD TENT?

Heavy-duty canvas tents and standard canvas tents serve different purposes and are designed to meet specific needs. Benefits and advantages are explained below.

  1. Durability:

    1. Heavy-Duty Canvas Tent: Constructed with thicker and more robust materials. Heavy-duty canvas tents are built to withstand harsh weather conditions, including strong winds, heavy rain, and snow.
    2. Standard Canvas Tent: While standard canvas tents are durable, they are not as rugged as heavy-duty tents. They are suitable for moderate weather conditions and will not hold up as well as a heavy-duty camping tent in extreme environments.
  2. Longevity:

    • Heavy-Duty Canvas Tent: Due to their reinforced construction, they will have a longer lifespan. They are well-suited for frequent use and extended camping trips. The Wilderness is one of the best heavy-duty canvas tents for camping available.
    • Standard Canvas Tent: Standard canvas tents are durable but will not last as long under continuous heavy use or in challenging weather conditions.

Weather Resistance:

  • Heavy-Duty Canvas Tent: Designed to handle extreme weather, heavy-duty tents often feature additional waterproofing treatments, reinforced seams, and strong zippers, making them more reliable in adverse conditions.
  • Standard Canvas Tent: Standard canvas tents can provide protection in various weather conditions. They are not as reliable as heavy-duty outdoor tents in extreme situations and will require additional weatherproofing measures.

Stability:

  • Heavy-Duty Canvas Tent: The reinforced structure and heavier materials contribute to greater stability, making heavy-duty, sturdy tents more resistant to gusty winds and adverse weather conditions.
  • Standard Canvas Tent: Standard canvas tents can be stable. However, they cannot offer the same level of stability as heavy-duty tents in challenging weather conditions.

Intended Use:

  • Heavy-Duty Canvas Tent: Ideal for long-term camping, hunting, heavy-duty winter tents, and situations where durability and weather resistance are critical. A heavy-duty camping tent is often favored by hunters, professional guides, those who camp in rugged terrains, and individuals who want a long-lasting, dependable tent.
  • Standard Canvas Tent: Suited for recreational camping in milder conditions where the emphasis is more on comfort than durability.

Choosing between a heavy-duty canvas tent and a standard canvas tent depends on your specific needs and the camping conditions you expect to encounter. If you plan to camp in challenging environments, possible unexpected snow storms, cold weather, or for an extended period, the Wilderness heavy-duty tent is a better option. Or, if you want a longer-lasting and more durable tent, the Wilderness heavy-duty canvas tent is a good option.

IS THE WILDERNESS A HEAVY-DUTY WATERPROOF TENT?

Yes. Canvas is naturally water repellent. Adding marine-grade water treatment to our Wilderness canvas provides another barrier to water. However, there are thousands of needle holes in all tents. When canvas becomes wet, it will swell up and should close the needle holes. That being said, I strongly recommend a tent tarp/fly to cover the roof because all the needle holes may not swell, and there could be a small leak. A tent with the tarp/fly will guarantee you have a waterproof, heavy-duty tent. — Rich, Owner.

The Wilderness is also a great heavy-duty outdoor tent for winter camping. Heavy-duty winter tents are required, especially for those who like to get off the grid in the middle of nowhere. A solid, reliable, sturdy tent is required.

IS THE WILDERNESS A HEAVY-DUTY CAMPING TENT OR A HEAVY-DUTY CANVAS TENT?

The Wilderness is both. Some individuals refer to the Wilderness as a heavy-duty camping tent. Others call it a heavy-duty canvas tent. However you want to describe the Wilderness, it is a very well-built and sturdy tent.

HOW CAN WALL TENT SHOP OFFER WILDERNESS HEAVY-DUTY TENTS FOR SALE SIGNIFICANTLY LOWER THAN COMPETITORS?

We have our canvas heavy-duty tents made 500 at a time. Other companies usually make their canvas heavy tent after a customer orders. Basically, our low prices are a result of the economy of scale. Additionally, my approach is to sell more tents for less. — Rich, Owner.

CAN THE WILDERNESS TENT BE USED AS A HEAVY-DUTY STORAGE TENT?

Yes. If a person plans on keeping a heavy-duty storage tent up during the winter, extra rafters are required for snow loads. If snow is possible, a minimum of rafters every 2 feet is required, just like a house. Then there is no guarantee a heavy-duty storage tent will survive heavy snow loads. It is recommended to remove snow daily and not let water or ice build up along the roof sidewall trough. Some customers also use the Wilderness as a heavy-duty work tent. These tents are taken to the job location.

DO YOU OFFER BIG CAMPING TENTS FOR SALE?

Yes, we do offer large camping tents at Wall Tent Shop. Our largest sizes are 16x20 and 16x24, with options to add rooms. Our heavy-duty canvas tents are offered in these larger sizes. We also have these sizes available with our Wilderness Camping Hunting Tents, Glamping Tents, and Hot Tents. Additionally, we have 18x23 Outfitter Tents.

DOES WALL TENT SHOP SELL HEAVY-DUTY METAL TENT STAKES?

We have 18" steel stakes for the eave guy ropes and 12" stakes for the side walls. Heavy-duty outdoor tents require big steel stakes. Do not use fiberglass or small, thin metal stakes on your expensive, big, heavy-duty camping tent. Your big tent is a big sail that will fly away in windy conditions. — Rich, Owner.

Click the video play button TWICE in order to watch a video of our customers, @HomesteadHow on YouTube, go through the process of getting warm in one of our heavy-duty canvas tents!

TENT WEIGHT BY TENT SIZE

Tent

Weight

5' Walls

Water

Mildew

5' Walls

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

6' Wall

Fire, Water,

& Mildew

8x10 40 lb 45 lb 50 lb
10x12 55 lb 65 lb 72 lb
12x14 62 lb 73 lb 80 lb
14x16 74 lb 85 lb 92 lb
16x20 89 lb 111 lb 119 lb
16x24 99 lb 121 lb 130 lb

PEAK HEIGHT BY TENT SIZE

Peak

Height

Peak with 5' Wall Peak with 6' Wall
8x10 7'9" 8'9"
10x12 8' 9'
12x14 8'4" 9'4"
14x16 8'9" 9'9"
16x20 9'3" 10'3"
16x24 9'3" 10'3"
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This book was phenomenal, I devoured it within a few days! For this being a debut novel, it is fantastic and I would’ve thought the author was a seasoned author. I have zero complaints about this book. Let me start by saying that the world building was phenomenal. I could picture everything in my head because of how detailed it was — that’s how good it was written. And I absolutely love the “captive/captor” trope so much, it’s become one of my favorite tropes, so I was pleasantly surprised to see that this book had that. I loved the banter between Rogue and Ara — they’re both snarky and witty, plus with the romantic tension, it made the dialogue that much better. Speaking of romantic tension, yes there is spice but not so much of it that it overrides the plot, which I loved. For me, this would probably be on the 3/5 level of spice. This book had a ton of plot twists and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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★★★★★ 4
High on Tropes and Satisfaction
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This is a great Romantasy book full of action, adventure, and everything you look for in this genre. I won’t lie: it does kinda feel like the author found every common trope from every successful book of this kind and threw them all into this novel. But if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Especially in romance, there’s a large audience who has specific expectations, and they want them every time. Nothing wrong with that and many times I’m one of them. I have no idea what defines a spoiler honestly, so spoiler alert!!!!!!! Tropes include: Only one bed at the inn/bar Dissatisfaction with life before hunk appears Lost royalty The chosen one Montage of dress up time followed by shocked hunk Forbidden romance between two from rival peoples Power that cannot be controlled, simply guided/asked Gathering intel at the inn/bar FMC who knows how to fight/use weapons well There’s probably more but no need to list them all. Good story and I would recommend!
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★★★★★ 5
AMAZING debut novel!!!
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Plot ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Spice 🌶️🌶️.5 Romance 💘💘💘 Vibes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dual 1st person POV - Ara (26) & Rogue (39 - but looks mid-20s: they can live hundreds of years so this isn't that large of a gap as it could've been which I heavily appreciate lol) Tropes: enemies to lovers, fae/human wars (deep hatred for each other), shifters (dragons- MMC can only partial shift with wings), one horse, one bed, touch her and d!e, found family, abduction turned to freedom The Last Storm is the debut novel from JD Linton and let me tell you, you guys NEED to read this. The plot was engaging and the editing was was amazing (especially for a debut novel). Our FMC, Ara, is stuck in her gilded cage longing for a life outside of her small town. She uses her books to escape and live vicariously through the pages (honestly, relatable). After her father announces her betrothal to her childhood friend (to whom she has no romantic feelings for), Ara tumbles unknowingly into a desperate plot trying to stop the humans from slaughtering the Fae. As one can expect from an enemies to lovers / kidnapper/captive romance, Ara fights her attraction and lust towards our MMC, Rogue (the King of the Fae), for as long as she can. Upon seeing Ara for the first time, Rogue is instantly aware that she is his fated mate (not a spoiler). Since she is the General's only daughter, he plans to abduct her and use her as leverage to stop the brutality. During Ara's time in Rogue's captivity, their banter and chemistry continue to rise until they finally boil over and come together (quite literally, and many times I may add 😉). Here's what I LOVED: - Rogue continuously seeks advice from his elders and deeply respects their opinions and life experience and tries to implement their recommendations - Rogue makes many mistakes in the beginning but we see him actively work on not repeating them as the book progresses. The level of self-awareness and his ability to change his behavior was impressive - The magic system is intricate and we have only scraped the surface. As the series continues and Ara progresses in her powers, I'm sure we'll get to see more of this. I absolutely LOVE the messaging system that is used in this book. - Ara's struggles are so human and so raw. She is experiencing so much guilt and pain and hurt and getting to see her work through each of these emotions is inspiring. Especially as her and Rogue get closer and she learns she can lean on him as well, that she is not alone. - While this is the start of a series, there is NO cliffhanger! There's a bit of a teaser of something major that is going to happen at the start of the next book, but it's not a cliffhanger in the sense that we aren't sure if someone is going to live or d!e or if they'll be separated. For that, I am very thankful! This book was so much fun that I will definitely be returning to book 2, even if it takes several months (or longer since this is an debut author) to publish! - Lastly, the cover is GORGEOUS! And I love the title! I'll copy a few of my favorite quotes below so you can have a little taste of the author's writing and the world she's cultivated. 😊 Top Highlights from The Last Storm On days like this, when my heart was heavy and my mind clouded, I resorted to books— to escape, to forget, to find freedom where I had none. If I were to marry him, my face would always be turned to the window, searching for more, and if not that, I would be a shell of the person I am now. I stepped back to admire her, thr0bbing at the sight. She was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen. To ever exist. Nothing, no one, had ever deserved to be worshiped more. All men should be made to kneel before her. But she would have to settle for me. The taste of her met my t0ngue as my scent merged with hers, forever branding her. Mine. I l!cked the wound. Hers. Completely and utterly hers. I didn’t claim her in ownership. I claimed her as my one. Devoted myself to one. With that mark, my body and soul were bound to her. I would never be with anyone else, emotionally or physically. It would be her or no one, until my last breath. “Scream my name. Let everyone know who I belong to.” I had never really cared about the weather before, but now, clear skies meant everything to me, and I was grateful to see another calm morning. “There will never be another woman for me.” He paused. “Ever.” I stilled at his words. “What… Why?” “This”— his thumb slid down across the mark—“ is a symbol of… surrender. I know you believe that it was my claim upon you, but it wasn’t. It never was. I bound my body and soul to you, little storm.” “I also know that it is more than this tiny, insignificant mark on your skin that binds me to you. It’s you. All of you. Your strength and resilience. Your determination to endure no matter what fate throws at you. Your love for love and stories and hope. You are entirely the opposite of everything that I am and I would gladly wear your shackles if it meant I could have you.” My mate. Mine. And then everything shifted and I understood. I understood everything. The surrender. The deep, soul-craving longing. Bound. I was bound to him. Body and soul. Entirely his. “I would’ve waited forever,” he whispered back, understanding. Seriously, everyone.. add this to your TBR!!
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★★★★★ 4
A Decent Fae Romance
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** 3.5 Stars rounded up to 4 ** First off I want to say that I found the author, J. D. Linton, on TikTok right before the release of the sequel. I bought the first 2 books to support her release, so congrats to her for the release of the sequel! Overall, I liked the story & plot, I liked the characters, and I liked the spice. The downfalls: not enough development between the characters for the romance, and it leaned a little heavy into the tropes. A lot of stuff is told to you, which could have been used as devices to drive the plot and emotions of the characters. 🛑🛑 Mild Spoilers ahead, I tried to hide the obvious ones 🛑🛑 This is very obviously a fated mates, which is a trope I usually really enjoy. But I wish the relationship between Ara & Rogue had much more development before it's realized that they're mates, instead of Rogue knowing almost immediately and using it for nefarious purposes (at least in the beginning before they get to know each other). By revealing this within the first quarter of the book, I feel like it leaves less room for them to fall for each other organically (albeit with help from the mating bond) and they love each other because of the mating bond. I was disappointed as soon as Rogue know (literally only 5% in) and I literally made a note: "As much as II love a good mating trope, I wish we had to work for it a little more. Where's the fun in just telling us?" I believe that by holding out and feeding the reader snippets of a potential bond, it would've been more rewarding as a reader. I also wish there was more world building - we are told of a war between human & fae but don't get to really experience any of it. Ara is sheltered in her human home, then sheltered in Rogue's castle. There's bits and pieces about what the war has done on either side - but we're more told of the aftermath and don't really experience any of it. Ara's father is supposed to be the king's #1 general - yet he is at home with his family & with Ara for the first couple chapters. Her, her family, nor her village seem to be affected by the 10 year war going on on their borders. I wish there was a little more setup to make this conflict - an actual war - feel more than a skirmish between fighting territories. Linton could also be a little repetitive - with the biggest culprit being when Ara is upset she "brings [her] knees to [her] chest]" and either sits like that or cries. Every time she is upset this phrase is mentioned. I would get it if this was her crutch, or how she copes with grief and stress, but that should be explained why she does it so often or it becomes repetitive. I started to get annoyed with how often she would sit like this solely because it happens every couple chapters. However, I did really like the spice. I love an enemies to lovers trope, especially when it results in spicy scenes. The spicy scenes weren't anything new, but they were fun. Wish there were more but that could also just be me - there is no such thing as too much spice 😂 Would I read again? Probably not, I'm super picky with rereads. Although I did genuinely enjoy my first read through! Will I continue the series? Probably, at least for the sequel. As for #3, kind of depends on where I am with my TBR once that is released All in all an enjoyable, fast paced read
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Ashton Taylor
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 3
I love indie authors
Format: Kindle
Let me preface this by saying—writing a book is HARD! Coming up with characters so real that they take on a life of their own, building an entire world, the political/magic system. Designing all of this is no easy feat. That being said. This book had so. Much. Potential. I was so excited to read this book, and I plan to finish it for the sake of finishing it. But. At this point, I would have set I’d aside as a DNF. The book could have benefited from some form of a developmental editor, or an in depth beta reader. I will say this. Within 5 chapters, there are so many… phrases that I’ve highlight that I’ve latched onto. Phrases about books and storms that were written BEAUTIFULLY! So, bravo Linton for hitting the nail on the head as to why readers disappear like they do! However, 5 chapters in and I can already guess where a majority of the story is going. But that’s also because I read like a mad-woman and have read this particular type of story, many different ways. Enemies to lovers where the FMC isn’t who she thinks she is. I am all about supporting indie authors. BUT. I also feel like criticism should be constructive, and not degrading. So if I could give this book a 4 1/2, strictly because I know the work the author put into this, I would. So if you’re looking for an easy read with characters that aren’t hard to follow, look no further! They are easy to love and easy to care for. One of the biggest issues they lacked, to me, was depth and plausible reactions to their situations. JD, you have done BEAUTIFULLY writing this book. I applaud and will continue to buy your books in the future. My BIGGEST recommendation is to definitely hire some form of an editor for any upcoming books. Or in turn, I will be happy to beta read for you. Should my opinion change of the book by the time I finish, I will happily get on here and say I was wrong, delete this review and post a different one. Until then…
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Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022

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