Faking the Fall is book 4 of the Buckeye Falls series. In this installment, Alice Snyder has come back home to Buckeye Falls after going to school while traveling. Alice has put her wild-child ways behind her and is looking to settle down in her hometown. Unfortunately, the residents of the won’t mind their business and are trying to find her a husband. When an artist named James Gibson moves to town, he and Alice strike up a deal. James finds inspiration in Alice and Alice needs a fake boyfriend to get the town off her back. I always enjoy books that employ the fake dating trope. I loved James and Alice. James was a good guy and Alice and he were sweet together. I really enjoyed the chemistry between the characters. Watching them navigate their feelings together was fun. This series by Libby Kay is truly engaging and enjoyable.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2023-10-06 16:06:172023-10-10 08:37:09Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by La Toya Lewis
Oh my gosh guys!! You have to read this set!! You COULD read this one without reading the first few, BUT I would NOT recommend it! Just read them all! You will not regret it and you will fall in love with these characters and their cute little town. Plus the other books give you looks into the other character’s lives and small town life. Buckeye Falls, Ohio is a small town, everyone knows everyone, and the rumor mill is QUICK! Alice unfortunately has a bad rep in town. She’s finished with school and traveling and now she’s back living at home. Yes with her parents! In her 30s and still living at home. Something the WHOLE town won’t let her forget. The whole town (especially her parents!) won’t let her be when it comes to her future plans and her love life. “She’s not getting any younger”. She comes up with a plan that might get them off her back, but will she be able to convince James? James is an artist that leaves New York for small town life after his divorce. He’s been blocked when it comes to his painting and staring at a blank canvases all day has him itching for inspiration. Will he be able to get out of his head and heart and make some beautiful art again? When the two of them have a run-in in the library they both light up! James has some inspiration finally and Alice has a plan for the rumor mill of town. Alice convinces James to fake date her to keep the town at bay and James jumps at the chance to be around his new muse more and more. Will these two crash and burn with their little ruse? This book is super cute and so funny. I laughed out loud like ten times reading this! Maybe more!! You can’t help but fall in love with these characters. Each book is so good! I can’t wait to read more from this author and I hope she continues the Buckeye Falls series with more characters around town!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jaimie Salmon-Colburnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJaimie Salmon-Colburn2023-10-05 15:34:592023-10-10 08:30:39Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn
5 Stars Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay
Faking the Fall is the fourth book in the Buckeye Falls Series and is a Contemporary Romance with a small town Romance Vibe that once you start reading its hard to put down until you’ve finished. I would recommend reading the previous books if you haven’t already started them as each book is about a different couple but there are characters that overlap. Plus this is a wonderful series I can promise you won’t be disappointed. This might be my favorite yet. There’s plenty of drama, humor, nosy neighbors and so much more. Alice is back in town and hopes to put her past reputation of being the wild child behind her as she follows her dreams of owning her own business. James is struggling and feels stuck with no inspiration for his art while being new to town. The two of them meet and the plan to fake date is proposed to get the nosy busy bodies off their backs. But what neither of them expected was for it to feel so real. The more time they spend with each other the more feelings they get. Can their relationship be more than they both realize? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to see what this author brings us next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-10-05 04:30:362023-10-10 08:13:09Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
Oh how I waited for this one to come out! I love the way this author writes love and relationships. It is the sweet romance we all need to bask in. This story follows Alice and a newly introduced character. It’s the kind of story to give the warm fuzzies inside. Alice hasn’t always followed what Buckeye Falls deems the normal small town path. She just wants to prove them wrong and get them off her back for a while. So she comes up with a plan. A pretty good plan actually until things take a very unexpected turn. Then just when you think everything is bliss things take an unexpected turn. I really do love reading about Buckeye Falls and only wish there were more books in the series. You don’t have to read the series but I highly recommend it! Side note I like soggy corn flakes too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2023-10-04 21:58:082023-10-10 08:11:13Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Carla Clemmons
I’m sad to see this series come to an end! I have thoroughly enjoyed each book in this series and I would highly recommend them for someone looking for a bit of a romcom!
Alice finally got her story! Her family isn’t quite sure what to think of her. Alice is a bit of a reed in the wind. She has multiple degrees but isn’t really putting forth an effort to use them effectively, at least in her daddy’s eyes. All her other siblings are successful members of the community and are public servants of some sort. Alice is working in the library. She’s happy but ready to get from under her parents’ thumb.
James has recently relocated to Buckeye Falls after a failed marriage and a lull in his work. He needs some motivation to create art again. Then he spies Alice and the paint is flying to the canvas.
A super fun read about the Snyder family. This could be read as a stand alone but you’ll miss out on the backgrounds of other characters. I would recommend reading them all because they are that good!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2023-10-04 21:17:372023-10-10 08:10:40Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Julie Johnson
Alice has come back to stay in Buckeye Falls for awhile. She is not used to staying in one spot, however her parents and her brother who is the mayor live here. James is an artist that has moved to Buckeye Falls after his divorce to get away and have a new change of scenery. James and Alice’s chance meeting has them both confused and intrigued about the other. James has not been able to create a new piece since moving to Buckeye Falls, however after his chance encounter with Alice things have changed. Alice has the bright idea that she should pretend to date so that it gets everyone off of their backs. Could things work out between the two of them or is this going to be just another failed attempt?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Knallshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Knalls2023-10-04 19:22:282023-10-10 08:08:29Faking the Fall(Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay- Review by Heather Knalls
I have loved every book of this wonderful series and this one was no exception! I love Buckeye Falls and all the quirky, loveable characters. I was immediately drawn into the story and the wonderful main characters right from the start. Straight away you could tell that James had a big heart and Alice had plenty of fire and spirit. I wanted to slap her parents right at the very beginning LOL. I guess that is a sign that the authors exceptional writing had me feeling very attached to Alice already. It should be noted that you can honestly read this book as a stand alone but seriously why would you want to miss out on the rest of this fantastic series. Do yourself a huge favour and read them all!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-10-04 14:13:312023-10-10 08:17:12Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Jules Herbert
This is the 4th book in the Buckeye Falls Series. Even though it is part of a series these books can be read as a standalone which I love because each story focuses on a different couple but all are set in Buckeye Falls. The author writing style is captivating and gripping which draws the reader in from the first page. The characters are well developed, you actually feel like you know them as friends. These books are sweet romance stories, they are never plain sailing, there is a lot of ups and downs along the way as our main characters fight for their happy ever after. This story is about Alice and James. Alice was a bit of a wild child and her reputation in Buckeye Falls still lingers on as the local residents love to remind her. After she spent time away studying and travelling she now returns hoping for some peace and quiet. However the residents have other ideas and see this as the perfect opportunity to get her to settle down and change her wild ways. While Alice isn’t completely against the idea of settling down she refuses to settle for someone everyone else picks or pushes her way.
James is a divorcee who has come to Buckeye Falls to restart his life. He’s hoping being in a peaceful place will help his creativity but what he finds is just empty space and not spark of creativity to be see. That is until he meets Alice. Now James wants to spend more time with her, being in her presences helps his creative juice flow. So Alice sees an opportunity. Why don’t she and James pretend to be dating? Everyone could win. James gets to spend more time with Alice, and Alice gets all the locals off her back about settling down. It’s the perfect solution.
But what happens when faking it becomes something else? When the kisses and touches light a spark between them? What happens when the fake relationship starts to feel like the real thing?
I love this couple so much. Alice is definately my favourite. I love how she knows her own mind and isn’t afraid to speak it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-10-04 12:57:322023-10-10 08:15:14Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Carr
This was a cute story! I love a cozy read and enjoy this series. I found the characters sweet and liked the lightness to them. I found Alice one of my favorite female characters in the series. If you are looking for something light and sweet to read- this is a good book for you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2023-10-04 08:12:182023-10-10 08:01:00Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Trish Ann
Slow burn small town romance We’re back in Buckeye Falls and I couldn’t be happier. I love this series (and the town) and this addition just made it all the more sweeter. This is Alice and James’ story. Alice is Anthony, the town mayor’s, sister and has been labelled the town’s “wild child” – for good reasons. She has been feeling a bit lost and has made her way back home for a bit of reflection. James is a struggling, fairly famous, artist looking to get his mojo back. When these two meet there is instant chemistry. What unfolds has both characters having to face some truths. With fake relationship drama, gossiping town folk, interfering well meaning family and friends, and so much more this book will have you glued from start to finish. This can be read as a stand-alone but it’s so worth reading the previous books. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2023-10-04 04:34:512023-10-10 07:59:38Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Rayne East
Eek! I love this series so much. I couldn’t wait for this book to come out. First off the cover is so beautiful. Immediately catches the eye. Secondly I love the romances in the story and how we see them thrive in each book. Alice is probably my Favorite character so far. She’s the black sheep of the family and has a lot on her shoulders bearing that weight. It was great seeing her growth and putting down roots. Definitely a good read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2023-10-04 00:45:562023-10-10 07:59:17Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Amber Howard
Faking the Fall is the fourth book in the Buckeye Falls series by Libby Kay. How gorgeous is this cover??? It is definitely my favourite of the whole series- so far. This is the fourth book in the series, but as each instalment focuses on its own particular couple, the books can be read as standalones. But, having said that, there is a cast of recurring characters who really add to the overall reading experience, and are really worth getting to know. So, I recommend starting at the beginning, if you haven’t already- because all the books together equals a lot of fun! This is another sweet small town contemporary romance- with a fake dating element, drama, a wonderful cast of endearing characters, humour, connection, emotion, expectations, family, friendship, and interesting developments. It is a ‘clean’ romance- suitable for those who prefer their romances on the sweet and less spicy side. Ms. Kay knows how to weave a heart-warming story and I have enjoyed quite a few of them, so after reading the other three books, I happily snapped up a copy of this as soon as it released- and found it was just as charming and touching as I had expected. Alice has quite the reputation – her wild child ways have made her the talk of the town. She hopes to put that all behind her when she returns to follow her business dreams. James is a bit if a struggling artist and is fairly new to town. He has lost his inspiration and without it his artist creativity has also dried up. But fate sees that they cross paths.. They have their own agendas here, but working together just might solve both their problems- so they come up with a plan- so let the fake dating begin. What happens makes for a fun read. Not sure if there is more in store for us in Buckeye Falls- but I certainly hope this isn’t the last we see of Buckeye Falls and all the endearing, quirky characters who help to bring these stories, and Buckeye Falls, to life.. I’m holding out hope for more instalments. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-10-03 23:59:452023-10-10 07:59:10Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book #4) by Libby Kay – Review by Angela Hayes
Welcome back to Buckeye Falls, and they are under a hurricane warning. That Hurricane being Hurricane Alice. The prodigal child has returned and decided to stay in Faking the Fall. She officially came back in Anthony and Natalie’s story. And since I’m referencing it, yes I’ve read it. I love this series. These books work very well as standalone novels, but I feel like they are so much better reading them in succession. This author created a wonderful world. Beautifully difficult characters that you can relate to. Difficult meaning with each other. Now back to our current story. Alice’s parents want her to take her place in the Snyder family. Settle down, find a husband, hold a job that utilizes all her degrees, and step up to help her family with their political duties. Reality she’s still trying to find herself and this book is her path to self discovery. But perhaps a future too? James, is starting over. Moving to a small town to rebuild his life. Lending a hand when needed but still the artist that left New York broken. He’s another character who is trying to find himself again. Which is impacting his true passion. His art, being a well known artist. Until one day he’s memorized by this girl with beautiful green eyes. And now the town folks are talking. Stating he’s getting cozy with the mayor’s sister Alice. Is that what he wants? Well you are just going to have to read and find out. See the journey these two go on individually as well as together. Sometimes two lost or broken souls are just what’s needed to heal. And honestly you won’t be disappointed. Enjoy it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2023-10-03 22:48:142023-10-10 07:58:39Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Beverly Finnie
This may be my favorite of the series! I have loved the other three, but reading about and getting to know Alice more was wonderful! Alice is back in Buckeye Falls and living with her parents after a breakup. She has a partime job at the library and works some for her sister in law, but she is still living at home and not sure what to do next. James is a big shot artist from New York who decided to leave the city and move to the small town after his divorce. He has not been painting and has not had any creativity until he sees Alice at the library one day. Alice meets James at the town council meeting and propositions him with a fake dating scenario to get the nosy town off her back. He agrees because he wants to spend more time with her. This was a clean romance with all the feels! I loved the characters, I love the setting of the small town, and I finished this book in a day!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Audrie Harringtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAudrie Harrington2023-10-03 21:26:352023-10-10 08:02:59Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Audrie Harrington
Faking the Fall is book #4 in the Buckeye Falls series and it was everything that I love about this series. love, banter, fake dating, meddling townfolk, small town sweet romance and just overall great story. While this book could be read as a standalone I highly recommend reading this series from the beginning to get to know the characters that are in each book.
What can honestly happen with a proposition of “fake dating”….beside maybe getting the gossip crew to back off only having good intentions. Alice is back in Buckeye Falls trying to figure out her next steps in life. Having a reputation to hold up being the mayor’s brother and parents who are busy with town social events…..never thought to meet someone that gives her some spark. James is new to town already embracing his life in Buckeye Falls…but also trying to piece together his life after a divorce and hoping to get a spark of inspiration again in his art. When James meets a green eyed beauty in Alice…the inspiration starts…..When the gossip train comes barreling in…..Alice proposes to James to “fake date”….but what happens when true feelings come into play…….
Definitely read and find out!! You will not be disappointed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2023-10-03 20:45:112023-10-10 08:02:44Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I love this series so much! They’re all so cute and they definitely give me the hallmark feeling! Such a cute cozy read! A lot of tension and some angst in this wonderfully written small town romance! I highly recommend the other books in this series as well! Each book is just as good as the last one! I love Alice and James and I felt like I was there witnessing their story. I can’t wait to read more of Libby’s work! I’m a huge fan! Also, I’m obsessed with every cover of each book! That’s what got me to read the first book and I’ve been hooked ever since!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2023-10-03 19:34:302023-10-10 08:02:02Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Ashley Sugar
Another wonderful story in this series! I did not realize who Alice was until I started reading this one. She is a misfit within her family. She doesn’t fit their mold and that is fine with her. No marriage, no grandkids until she see the elusive artist in town. Then she starts thinking and seeing a different future for herself. Watching Alice change and grow and delightful to observe. James is a fun guy who looks at life differently from others. I enjoyed their path to get together.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2023-10-03 19:03:172023-10-10 08:01:54Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Lisa Helmick
Faking the Fall is the lovely fourth book in the wonderful Buckeye Falls series. The books can be read as a standalone but start at the beginning anyway. You won’t be disappointed because Libby writing style draws you into the world she has created. We get to reacquaint ourselves with the characters from previous books and the sweet small town and it’s wonderfully fun, nosy, sassy, sweet, quirky, and colourful characters that you just can’t help but fall in love with. Alice is stubborn, wilful, definitely does not play by the rules, is not a push over, and she says what she thinks. She is however pushed to her limits when the residents decide to play Cupid. James is looking for peace and quiet and starting over but his patience is tested when the town rally together and make his life miserable. They decide to fake things and thus the “fun” begins. This charming tale has it all. It is witty, full of banter, a touch angsty, lots of sexual tension, with a bit of spice and will have you laughing. It is a good read to escape reality for a while. If you love small town romances, then this series is a must.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-10-03 15:23:042023-10-10 07:53:48Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book is a sweet romance story that has a great fake romance as the focus. I really like how this series are all clean and sweet romances as it really makes you focus on the story and the characters. I think the characters in this book are definitely my favourite of the series and the overall book is as good as the others. I thought it was entertaining and I was really engaged with the characters. I wanted everything to work out for the better. The book was really well written. This author seems to have a knack for connecting with the audience and I always enjoy her work. This book was another great addition to this series and I am looking forward to more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-10-03 15:10:122023-10-10 07:53:18Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Baker
Alice got a bad rap from her family in the past books because she couldn’t really decide what she wanted to do. Now she has come home and her family, along with the town busybodies (Trudy), have started in. Along comes James, who has an instant attraction to her. She has become his muse. These two have some issues to work out. I loved this story. As things get worked through, Alice suggests they “fake date” each other. This story is so cute and adorable. This series is one of the most adorable romance series I’ve read so I was looking forward to this especially after book 3. Their adventures and misadventures during this time had me chuckling and laughing. From spilling ginger ale to showing paintings to his agent to scarecrows in a diner, this is a romance story that you can’t miss. Old faces are mixed within the story. Alice and Jame’s story will have you rooting for them as the old biddies in town are grumpy and living in the past. You have to read this one. I recommend it highly.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2023-10-03 06:01:092023-10-10 07:57:47Faking the Fall (Buckeye Falls Book 4) by Libby Kay – Review by Shelly Kittell
Alice Snyder knows her reputation—and if she didn’t, Buckeye Falls loves to remind her. She may come from the town’s First Family, but that doesn’t mean she plays by the rules. After a decade of traveling and going to school, she’s back home and ready to settle down, or at least relax for a while. The trouble is, her neighbors are determined to find her a husband. She needs a way to get them off her back…
When James Gibson, a divorced artist, flees New York for the peace of small-town Ohio, he’s excited to get painting again. The only trouble is, he’s completely blocked. Despite his best efforts, his collection of canvases are blank and he’s at a career crossroads. A chance meeting with the mayor’s sister throws James’s routine off balance, and he’s eager to spend more time with this quirky spitfire.
And Alice might have the solution to both their problems…
Fake Date.
She gets the Nosey Nellies off her back, and James gets time with a woman who inspires him both inside and outside the studio.
Just a few weeks of pretending, and they’ll move on. Simple, right? The trouble is the more time they spend together, the realer their relationship feels. The laughter, the stolen kisses—it all starts to feel like more.
Can these two be honest with each other and find their happily-ever-after, or are they doomed for a real breakup?
Libby Kay’s FAKING THE FALL redeems Buckeye Falls’s spinster troublemaker with a fake relationship romance filled with sweet small town vibes. FAKING THE FALL will bring to mind amazing books like Practice Makes Perfect by Sarah Adams and Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey. But best of all, it returns readers to the small Ohio town and the familiar characters from the previous Buckeye Falls books. All the zany, overbearing, and well-meaning ones! So sit back and grab FAKING THE FALL for the latest roller-coaster romance by Libby Kay.
Libby Kay lives in the city in the heart of the Midwest with her husband. When she’s not writing, Libby loves reading romance novels of any kind. Stories of people falling in love nourish her soul. Contemporary or Regency, sweet or hot, as long as there is a happily ever after—she’s in love!
When not surrounded by books, Libby can be found baking in her kitchen, binging true crime shows, or on the road with her husband, traveling as far as their bank account will allow.
Writing is a solitary job, and Libby loves to hear from readers. Reach out and review her stories anytime. She’d love to hear from you.
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I think anyone who has been married has felt the disconnect in there marriage even if it was a fleeting moment. Throw in a kid or two or in some cases more and there no time to be a couple. I have been where Anthony and Natalie were in this book and I could relate in so many ways.
They are in a never-ending loop, kids, work and sleep then repeat day after day. They know they are in this rut but not too sure how to fix it. Thankfully Grandparents step up to help along with the fun Aunt (which every family should have and my family has two).
I was pulling for them from the beginning after not being too fond of Anthony in the beginning. I laughed and cried on and off throughout the book.
I’m pretty excited for the next book. Looking forward to seeing what happens with Alice.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2023-07-11 20:24:332023-07-17 07:17:12Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Robin Rankin
The third book in the Buckeye Falls series is a beautifully written clean romance. I have loved this author’s writing style and fell in love again with this read. Almost immediately I was fully invested in these characters because they were so relatable. Doesn’t everything look pretty from the outside when you don’t know the blood, sweat, and tears behind the scenes? I enjoyed the flow of this story as the characters try and find their way back to each other and the love that has gotten further away from them over the years. You can read this as a standalone, but I highly recommend reading the entire series in order. You will get more background in each book, and everything ties together quite nicely. If you like sweet and clean romances, this is definitely for you!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2023-07-11 19:14:272023-07-17 07:16:30Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Shannen Kern
If you are looking for a book that will give you all the feels, leave you crying, smiling, and wanting to keep turning the pages, then this book is for you!
Falling Again by Libby Kay is part of the Buckeye Fall series and follows the mayor of Buckeye Falls, Anthony and his wife Natalie as they find a way to rekindle the love they have for eachother that has taken a back burner due to careers, parenting and being spread way too thin.
Although it’s the 3rd book in the series, it can easily be read as a standalone and be thoroughly enjoyed but the feel of the book will be more complete if the series is read in order.
I loved the fact that the characters seemed real, flawed, and nuanced but still kept the fun of a romance. The book felt realistic and left you feeling all the warm and fuzzies! I can’t wait to pick up the next book by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Enisha Reaveshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEnisha Reaves2023-07-11 17:08:402023-07-17 07:21:02Falling Again by Libby Kay – Review by Enisha Reeves
This is the 3rd book in the Buckeye Fall Series. Even though it is part of a series it can be read as a standalone and still enjoyed. This is a small town romance and the author has a really unique way of bringing the characters to life and making them relatable. This book really hit hard for me as it is about a couple who love each other dearly but who due to life commitments (work, kids,commitment to others) they lose themselves and their relationship. This hit me as there has been more than 1 occasion I have found myself in that position too. I understood everything Natalie and Anthony were going through. I felt the love they have for each other but also the despair they felt when they realised that in the chaos they were losing themselves and their relationship and how hard it feels to even try and regain what they once had as a couple.
I found myself willing for them to both see that even though its going to take work they can find their way back to each other again but are they both willing to put in the effort needed to do that or will it be too little too late?
This is a moving story which could have been based on my own personal relationship. I related to it so much and the characters as well as their struggle to do it all for everyone while trying to resurrect their marriage.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-07-11 08:04:292023-07-17 07:15:14Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Carr
Such a wonderful series so far!! I can’t wait to read more of it!! This is book 3 to the Buckeye Falls Series and boy oh boy are you in for it with this one! I cried a couple times for these characters. Anthony and Natalie have the picture perfect life and family. He’s the Mayor of Buckeye Falls and she runs her own event planning company with one of her best friends. Life is perfect. Or is it? From the outside everything seems great, but on the inside the couple isn’t doing well. Between two full time jobs, two kids, and everything in between work and home they’ve been drifting apart. Between Anthony trying to fill the big shoes of his father (the last mayor) and Natalie trying to be everything for everyone, the two of them lead very crazy lives and schedules. Both feel guilt of not doing better. Not being better. But can the couple come together and work things out? Or is this the end of their seemingly perfect relationship? When Anthony’s father asks the couple to pack up, clean, and get the family lake house ready for sale the couple jumps at the chance for a week away from everything. With the kids safely with their aunt with grandma there for backup, the two take off. Can the two put work and life away for a week and work things out while they pack? Or will this week away confirm their fears of growing apart in life. I won’t give anything away, but let me tell you that this couple has some ups and downs in this book. Sometimes over simple things that make you want to smack them both and lock them in a room until they work stuff out. Such a wonderful book that had me crying and thinking about some of my own relationships with family and friends. Check this sweet romance out! You CAN read this book as a stand alone, but I wouldn’t recommend it. The previous two books introduce you to the town and many of the characters that you will see in this book. So personally I would say read all three in order for a better reading experience with this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jaimie Salmon-Colburnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJaimie Salmon-Colburn2023-07-10 11:24:562023-07-17 07:04:02Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn
I really enjoyed this book. It was a great airport/travel book – easy to read, story was great and the characters were totally relatable. It isn’t a surprise that a marriage can feel detached once you have careers and kids – it was fun to read how Anthony and Natalie find a way back to each other. Anthony is a sweetheart – and finds himself in a sticky situation after he and Natalie make some promises to put each other first. I was sure glad he figured out a way to get out of that one – with the help of his friends!! I believe this is part of series – I will probably read the others!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2023-07-09 19:17:502023-07-17 07:05:37Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Tanya Wall, July 2023
What an adorable story of Natalie and Anthony. A husband and wife and have lost their way with each other. Between their work and kids, they have let their priority for each other slip. This story is an adorable rekindling of their love during a week long unexpected vacation and a town rallying behind them to help out! Another hit from Buckeye Falls!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allison Davishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllison Davis2023-07-09 14:33:232023-07-17 07:02:07Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Allison Davis
In this poignant, sweet romance, Natalie and Anthony realize that they are missing something, each other. They are parents, business owners, the mayor, friends, siblings, children to their parents….but there seems to be a title missing. Husband and wife. It seems like they have forgotten that part.
Natalie constantly feels that she is failing with her children, her job, her responsibilities as the Mayor’s wife, and even failing herself. The biggest problem is that she can’t remember when she was Anthony’s wife. When he looked at her this morning as she stripped her chocolate stained shirt of to bathe their daughter, she realized that it has been waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy too long since that has happened. She can’t remember the last time she saw him shirtless, much less naked.
Anthony has such big shoes to fill. Since his father was Mayor before him, Anthony feels the weight of his father’s shadow everywhere. Throw in trying to be a good dad, a decent son, an okay brother to a sister he doesn’t understand, a friend, Anthony forgot that he needs to be a good husband. Natalie is his everything. She is an amazing mom, a true support, and a better partner than he deserves. It takes a morning disaster for Anthony to realize that he needs to be better, do better.
When Anthony’s father asks him to take Natalie out to their summer house and pack it up to get it ready to sell, Anthony sees this opportunity to get some time with his wife. To finally have time to talk to her. To reconnect. After an almost perfect week, Anthony and Natalie come back ready to recommit to their marriage and lives. Anthony thinks he has found the perfect way to show Natalie this, a surprise 10th anniversary party. The only problem?? Anthony sucks at keeping secrets. He screws everything up. He is on the verge of losing Natalie and now must rely on friends to help, something he has never been good at doing. Will she forgive him? Or will this be the final straw that drives Natalie away?
This was a smash addition to this series about 2nd chances at love. The emotions that Natalie and Anthony felt were so real and raw. Anyone that has been in a relationship for 10 years or more knows what they were going through. Sometimes you just know that person is going to be there and you just forget to nurture them and the bond. Beautiful story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2023-07-08 23:38:372023-07-17 07:09:08Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by M Policicchio
I’m happy to say it’s time we returned to Buckeye Falls. Falling Again is the third book in this series and probably my favorite. The way this book played out is different but felt so real. I understand that what the author wrote is fiction, but it’s very relatable. Being a workaholic myself I understand how one could get lost in their work and distance themselves from what matters most. It’s also easier said than done to overcome that hurdle to create balance. That’s exactly what these characters are doing in this story. Natalie and Anthony are the face of the town, and though everyone believes they are perfect they truly are struggling inside. This book takes them on a path of self discovery for why they got married in the first place. To find their spark that’s been lost the last few years. Which is why I said it’s relatable, marriage isn’t easy. But you need to make sure there’s balance. Work life and home life, communication, physical activities, because if you lose all that why stay together. Some people choose that time to walk away, others find a way to try and fight through before giving up. And that’s exactly what these two characters do, they fight to find a way. Unfortunately something happens that deters that whole effort. Is it too late to fix it? The drama that unfolds will have you rooting for the grumpy mayor from the previous two books to come out on top. I hope this isn’t the end of this series and there’s more to come, because it’s one of my favorites.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2023-07-08 22:43:422023-07-17 07:08:36Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Beverly Finnie
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