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_taylor_pierce's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
I’m gonna be real: I had to force myself through the beginning of the book. It just didn’t catch my attention.
I’m assuming most of us saw the videos the author put on TikTok about this book…the kitchen scene (iykyk). When I first saw it I was like “…eh idk maybe.” But then I kept seeing it, over and over and over and over again. So I broke, I caved. I bought the damn book (yes bought because it’s not on kindle unlimited! The first slap in the face of many to come.)
I talked myself through the beginning because I figured the rest of the book would be worth it. I saw all the hype on the book along with some of the scenes the author described. Therefore, I began the book with the hope this would be enough to overshadow the subpar beginning. Boy was I incorrect. I spent maybe 20% of the book rooting for the couple; semi-interested in the scenes and the dynamic of their relationship (the truck scene in the rain was probably as good as the book gets). The rest of the book…I was bored (to put it nicely).
We get a happily ever after 75% of the way through the book! Ashlynn and Logan breakup because Logan is a sumbag and within the same chapter her relationship starts with Colton! On another note: them [Ashlynn and Colton] trying to hide their relationship gave me faith this would be an interesting book. Then, 2 chapters later…BOOM (cue the second slap in the face!) “we’ don’t want to hide our relationship anymore because ‘we’ love each other. Let’s have a perfect relationship with no drama and complete trust” 70% through the book…BORING!
Of course the author has small disputes happen before the end of the book: Ashlynn’s parents not giving a rat’s a** about her existence and then Logan (the sumbag ex) trying to start a modicum of drama but even those are very small plots in the scheme of things. Nothing which would make me feel compelled to complete the book. Being completely honest, I thought this book would stay as a DNF on my list.
However, I persevered, I pushed through…and that’s the maximum I can claim from this book. I do not believe I am better for it. Now was this a horrible read?…no. Do I believe it is worth all the hype and advertisements it’s getting?…also no. Should you read it? I’ll let you decide. I don’t know how to conclude this…so…ta da?
I’m assuming most of us saw the videos the author put on TikTok about this book…the kitchen scene (iykyk). When I first saw it I was like “…eh idk maybe.” But then I kept seeing it, over and over and over and over again. So I broke, I caved. I bought the damn book (yes bought because it’s not on kindle unlimited! The first slap in the face of many to come.)
I talked myself through the beginning because I figured the rest of the book would be worth it. I saw all the hype on the book along with some of the scenes the author described. Therefore, I began the book with the hope this would be enough to overshadow the subpar beginning. Boy was I incorrect. I spent maybe 20% of the book rooting for the couple; semi-interested in the scenes and the dynamic of their relationship (the truck scene in the rain was probably as good as the book gets). The rest of the book…I was bored (to put it nicely).
We get a happily ever after 75% of the way through the book! Ashlynn and Logan breakup because Logan is a sumbag and within the same chapter her relationship starts with Colton! On another note: them [Ashlynn and Colton] trying to hide their relationship gave me faith this would be an interesting book. Then, 2 chapters later…BOOM (cue the second slap in the face!) “we’ don’t want to hide our relationship anymore because ‘we’ love each other. Let’s have a perfect relationship with no drama and complete trust” 70% through the book…BORING!
Of course the author has small disputes happen before the end of the book: Ashlynn’s parents not giving a rat’s a** about her existence and then Logan (the sumbag ex) trying to start a modicum of drama but even those are very small plots in the scheme of things. Nothing which would make me feel compelled to complete the book. Being completely honest, I thought this book would stay as a DNF on my list.
However, I persevered, I pushed through…and that’s the maximum I can claim from this book. I do not believe I am better for it. Now was this a horrible read?…no. Do I believe it is worth all the hype and advertisements it’s getting?…also no. Should you read it? I’ll let you decide. I don’t know how to conclude this…so…ta da?
emlickliter's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
4.0
Don't Let Me Fall (Don't Let Me #1) by Kelsie Rae – Kelsie Rae’s TikTok account talked me into buying this book! If you like college/hockey romance, this was dramatic but very sweet! Happy Reading!
stephvaught's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kirbryan's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
carolineinthesuburbs's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
naylasbooks's review against another edition
fast-paced
4.5
The start of the book is funny and unique. The way they first see each other at the stop light is hilarious. Definitely because it seemed that he didn’t notice her checking him out.
Colt is for sure boyfriend goals and has always been respectful towards her. Towards everyone actually. He kept giving me a smile on my face and I was so rooting for him.
While Logan was the biggest *** you can imagine. There were multiple moments that I just wanted to throw my phone against the wall, because that guy is the definition of a pr*ck. He has zero respect, only cares about himself and manipulated multiple people.
I was so glad when Ashlyn finally figured out the truth and that Colt could step in and show her how she should be treated. With respect, kindness and with love. He for sure warmed my heart.
Loved the characters, loved the writing and how the story progressed. You could really feel the attraction between them and that they were pulled towards each other.
Excited to read book two: Don’t Let Me Go. The story between Blakely Thorne and Theo Taylor.
lizabeth1324's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
tense
medium-paced
4.75
klabelle's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
michelle_lynn's review
4.0
Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Couple: Colt & Ashlyn
❋❋❋❋❋
But when you’re the villain in your own story, it’s hard to stop yourself from fighting for the opposite in someone else’s. Even if it’s only for a minute
❋❋❋❋❋
Okay Colt, dammit you made your point you slightly broken beautiful gentleman. I was not expecting you, and was unprepared for the swoon. Thank goodness you brought it cause I was pissed off for 50% of this book, Logan I'm looking at you. Ashlyn may have been naive but no one deserves to be treated the way she was. I also could understand where she was coming from the more we learned about her. I loved the connection between these two, Colt pushed her and Ashlyn brought him back to life. I only wish we had more at the end.
Couple: Colt & Ashlyn
❋❋❋❋❋
But when you’re the villain in your own story, it’s hard to stop yourself from fighting for the opposite in someone else’s. Even if it’s only for a minute
❋❋❋❋❋
Okay Colt, dammit you made your point you slightly broken beautiful gentleman. I was not expecting you, and was unprepared for the swoon. Thank goodness you brought it cause I was pissed off for 50% of this book, Logan I'm looking at you. Ashlyn may have been naive but no one deserves to be treated the way she was. I also could understand where she was coming from the more we learned about her. I loved the connection between these two, Colt pushed her and Ashlyn brought him back to life. I only wish we had more at the end.