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He Falls First
By: Jill Shalvis
Publication Date: August 5, 2025
Published By: That’s What She Said Publishing, Inc.
354 pages
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Penny has moved back to her small town, living with her grandmother and half brother after getting out of a bad relationship. She works for a catering company, keeps her head down, and helps her family out. She’s not ready for a relationship. Ryder is the CEO of the family business, and caretaker to his father. All of that leaves his little to no free time. Until he meets Penny. And while Penny’s grandmother tells him to ask Penny out, he really didn’t need the push. He realizes that Penny’s been hurt and wants to make sure she’s comfortable and things go at her pace. But can he break down Penny’s walls?
This has become one of my favorite books by Shalvis. It feels so real and honest. Both of the character deal with real, everyday life situations, and nothing feels rushed. Some may describe it as a slow burn romance, but it didn’t feel like a slow burn. There’s a ton of flirting, there’s kissing and more. It felt like these characters went at the exact right speed for them and who they were and what experiences that brought into the relationship.
Ryder was so very sweet. His willingness to help everyone around him was really amazing. He made me laugh too – especially when he tried to bake cookies! I think I would love to have a guy like Ryder in my life. He definitely is book boyfriend material. He’s protective but he’s not afraid to open up. Yeah.. I think I fell for him a little!
This book is perfect for romance readers. It reads quickly because you just are swooning the whole time. It’s out now, so what are you waiting for? Go get it!
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