Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book in the Buckeye Falls series. This author never disappoints. CeCe and Evan’s story is wonderful. She has to come to terms with her past and the fact that Evan is younger than her. Evan on the other hand is happy with who he is and the life he is building. Can he convince CeCe that he is the one for her or will her past ruin it all?
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay. This is such a fun series and I was super excited it was the story of CeCe and Evan. These books can be read as standalone’s but I enjoy them much more when I read them in order. Evan is sunshine in human form, always looking on the bright side and just being a nice guy. He brings smiles to all the people in the diner where he works. CeCe is a pastry chef and has been thru a very bad relationship so she has signed off on them. No more just work is her motto. Evan is determined to get CeCe see him for the man he is not the kid she sees. There is a slight age difference of 5 years but Evan doesn’t see the problem. When a famous Chef comes into town to hold a Food Competition in their town everyone is excited. Just when Evan is breaking down CeCe’s walls a person from her past comes crashing in. Will she finally realize Evan is not the enemy and that she can count on him to be her person? Read this fast paced romance to find out!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable and engaging sweet romance set in the wonderful small town, Buckeye Falls, Ohio. It can be read as a standalone story, however, having read and enjoyed the previous book in the series, I was looking forward to this one and I was not disappointed. The setting of Buckeye Falls was again brought vividly to life by the descriptive narrative, and you really get that small town, everyone knows everyone feeling. CeCe LaRue is focused on her job as a pastry chef, and likes having control in the kitchen. She definitely doesn’t have time for distractions, especially not her sweet, coworker, Evan Lawson.
Evan is a chronic optimist, and has a sunny disposition which he brings to his job at the diner. Evan loves his job, but also has a long term crush on CeCe, but he’s been biding his time realising that love can’t be rushed. However, when a face from CeCe’s past turns up in town, as the celebrity chef host of a major food competition, Evan worries he may have left it too late. CeCe was hesitant to enter the competition despite her culinary skills, but when she comes face to face with the celebrity chef she has to confront her painful past. I was fully immersed in the storyline, and loved the main characters and the chemistry between CeCe and Evan. I was cheering them on, hoping they would get their HEA.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book in the Buckeye Falls Series. These books can be read as a standalone without it deterring enjoyment of the story.
The author does an amazing job with her characters making them realistic and easy to relate to. Cece is a strong independent woman who has had a tough time in the past. She had her heart broke and almost lost her career so as a consequence she’s built a wall around her to keep people away and her heart safe.
Evan is wonderful. I completely fell in love with his character. He is a bit younger than Cece but he knows she is everything he wants. He just needs to get her to see him in a romantic way and not as some young guy with a crush. He’s aware she has walls around her and will stop at nothing to bring them down.
Add to this a competition that is being judged by the one person that caused Cece heartbreak and almost destroyed her and the romance between Cece and Evan takes another knock.
Can they overcome all the obscales against them? Can Cece let down her walls and allow Evan in? Together can they face Cece’s past and come away winner’s or will the past haunt Cece and still have a hold on her?
This was a great read, this book will make you laugh out loud and at times feel like tearing your hair out but one things for sure Cece and Evan are two characters that remain with you long after you finish the book.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
In Falling for You, we get to know Cece and Evan and watch as they find their way to love. I absolutely adore Evan. He is sweet, kind, humorous, and everything Cece wants if only she could see past the age difference and get over her mindset of being older in the relationship. While I like parts of Cece, she is my least favorite main character thus far in this series. Her attitude about a less than 5 year age gap irritated me a lot and I feel this was an unnecessary conflict for a minimal difference in age. Other than this, I enjoyed the story and learning more about Evan and his family. I enjoyed how Cece’s past came back to torment her, but I didn’t enjoy her lack of trust in Evan to handle her past situation because of his young 25 year old self. Overall decent but the MFC hindered me in fully enjoying this story.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I have not had a chance to read the other Buckeye Falls novels but I am definitely going to after reading this one. I love how it’s about coworkers who find that they have this connection while preparing for a competition which happens to be hosted by CeCe’s ex. Such a wonderful read.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Falling for you is book 2 of the series. I had read book 1 and had loved the characters.
It is small town romance, with friends and food, definitely a winner.
CeCe is a business woman and has a rule not to date coworkers. Evan, works with CeCe, and has fallen for her. CeCe decides to give him a chance and keep it easy between both of them. When an opportunity comes as a food competition, Evan wants to enter, but CeCe is holding back a secret. Will this secret create a tension between them or will they navigate successfully in the path of love?
This is a very nice series and I cannot wait for book 3. Highly recommend for a light read.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Like coming home
I’m absolutely in love with Buckeye Falls and this series. This is the second book in the series and it exceeded my expectations. It has all the feels, romance and drama that makes these books so amazing. We met CeCe and Evan in book 1 and I knew that they had chemistry. It was so good to watch their banter and friendship turn into so much more. Reading this book is like visiting with your favourite aunt who loves to cook. Can not wait for book 3 with Nat and Anthony’s story. Highly recommend.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐ Book Review
“Much like the perfect recipe, love cannot be rushed.”
Falling For You is the second novel in the Buckeye Falls series. This sweet, small town romance takes place in Buckeye Falls, Ohio. Pastry chef, CeCe LaRue and Evan Lawson work side by side at Max’s Diner. The two of them share a crush that neither wants to admit to the other. When Eric, a celebrity chef, hosts a food competition in town the people are ecstatic. Evan thinks this could be his perfect chance to get closer to CeCe. CeCe worries that this will stir up the past and destroy any chance she has with Evan. Will everyone be able to turn down the heat in the kitchen to overcome the obstacles?
Although Falling For You is part of a series it can be read as a standalone with minimal reference to the characters/plot of the first novel. However, I do HIGHLY recommend reading the first novel, you won’t regret it! I loved the sweet banter between all of the characters. Each one of them stood beside one another during the hardest of times, especially CeCe when meeting Evan’s family. His father was the most awful type of man! For a while I found myself mad at CeCe for not being honest with Evan, but let’s be honest we wouldn’t have the perfect story if she was honest right off the bat. The setting of the diner, the line of work, and food competition was perfect, believable and relatable. All around, I absolutely loved Falling For You. Libby Kay stole my heart once again. I can’t wait to see what Buckeye Falls has in store for us next.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Falling for You is book 2 to this series, and I absolutely adored CeCe and Evan’s story at Buckeye Falls. I would recommend also reading book 1 first as characters in the book also are in this story as well and ties in so wonderfully. If you love a sweet romance, small town setting with food, friends, love and a little bit of drama, I would highly recommend this series.
CeCe is all business when it comes working at the diner, she does not have time for relationships and has a rule of no dating coworkers. Evan tries to be patient, sitting back, biding his time as he also work at the diner with CeCe, but he cannot help fall for her the more he works with her. CeCe decides to give Evan a chance, dinners, movies and easy conversation flow between them. When an opportunity comes close to Buckeye Fall for a food competition, CeCe and Evan want to enter, but CeCe is hiding a secret. Will this secret come between CeCe and Evan or will they find love while trying to navigate work, the food competition and Evan’s meddling parents.
This is such a fantastic story. I loved every page….and I was so happy to see there is a book 3 coming!!!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
CeCe is enjoying life in Buckeye Falls. Her co-worker Evan has caught her eye but he is younger than her. She worries the age difference will be a problem. When her former boss and boyfriend Eric comes back into the picture, things get complicated. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Tis the Season for Second Chances in Buckeye Falls, Ohio! Can this couple get a much needed Christmas Miracle? Ginny returns to her small hometown in Ohio from the big city, New York. She’s helping her father who is about to go through hip surgery, with his recovery afterwards. She isn’t looking for anything but a quite time at home with him, no Christmas stuff, and little to no interaction with the small town and it’s main diner. Only problem is when she gets to her father’s things are not what she thought at all!! Her father has weekly dinners with her ex, it seems he has a lady friend, and to top it off she is quickly roped into helping with the Christmas Jubilee! And guess who just happens to be her party planner!! None other than her ex, Max! Plans to avoid him and his diner completely just flew out the window there! Max has never moved on from his ex-wife. He has spent the past two years missing the very ex that left town with no word and completely broke his heart. He loves his diner and Christmas, so pairing up for the Jubilee gives him every reason to spend time with Ginny. Can he help her find her way back home to not only their charming small town, but to him as well? Buckeye Falls slowly worms it’s way into her heart, but is that enough for her to move back from New York? Leave the career that she worked so hard on? Could she stay and maybe be with him? Again? Grab this sweet second chance romance! You won’t be sorry you did!! This would be a wonderful beach read and I can totally see this becoming a movie!! Hallmark watch this author!! I am off to read the second book in the series!!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Buckeye Falls, Ohio is at it again!! Love is floating in the air for this small town, but what will that breeze bring with it? Ginny and Max (from book one) are preparing for their wedding. A bash with their friends and family. While that is very exciting there is something else…. or SOMEONE else coming to town that has everyone a buzz. A major food truck competition with a big time chef (Eric) as a judge is coming to Ohio and it has everyone talking!! Evan is excited with not only the possibility of competing, but maybe finally showing his family is love of cooking!! Max has taught him a lot over the last couple years and he can’t wait to show off his skills! CeCe on the other hand, isn’t so thrilled about the competition or rather the chef judge who just happens to be her ex-boyfriend! She left him and that town, broken hearted and she wanted nothing else, but to move on. She had to get away from that man!! She likes control and Eric the creep threatens that and more coming back into her life. Man when the universe throws your past into your present things can get messy! Cece and Evan have worked together for a while now and she’s starting to think her “no dating someone you work with” rule doesn’t have to apply to her bright-eyed coworker. He is a great guy who helps everyone he can and he’s not to bad on the eyes either! Can she make it work with a co-worker? Can she open herself up with Evan? Should she even try? Evan knows something is up with CeCe, but she dodges him every time he asks. Unsure of what’s wrong he doesn’t rush things. He’s wanted to date CeCe for some time now, but after the Christmas Jubilee he’s just biding his time. Can Evan stand a chance with CeCe? Will the age gap (5 years) between the two be an issue? And man oh man, what about his family?? Will they scare her off before he even gets a chance with her? CeCe and Evan’s story is so cute and fun! This can be read as a stand alone, but I would recommend just reading the first one too. There are characters from the first book that I personally like having some back story to, when reading this one. These are sweet small-town romances that will have you falling in love with the characters like you are a part of their lives! I can not wait to read book 3!!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
CeCe and Evan work well together in the kitchen of the diner that they both work at. Evan is young, energetic, and finally living his life the way he wants to, after getting out from underneath the family that always thinks they know what’s best for him. CeCe has recently moved to Buckeye Falls for a fresh start after breaking up with Eric, when she learned that he was married. CeCe finally manages to move on, and finally decides to open her heart up to Evan, despite the age difference that she thinks makes it a bad idea. The diner they work for enters a food truck contest to promote their business, but it comes with a major catch, CeCe’s ex is a part of the contest because he’s a celebrity chef.
This book is great, and is a guaranteed Happily-Ever-After.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book, maybe more than the first one. Usually the first book in a series is my favorite, but I really fell in love with Evan and CeCe. I love that these characters are so real and relatable. Heartbreak is a real thing, it’s something that CeCe has dealt with in the past and it keeps her closed off from so many, especially Evan who just wants to love her. Evan is hopeful and optimistic and definitely wears his heart on his sleeve, especially where CeCe is concerned. As hard as she fights it CeCe eventually admits and gives into her own attraction to Evan. How will their budding relationship do when CeCe’s horrible ex comes in to town for a food truck competition? Evan isn’t someone who will give up on CeCe without a hard fight. This is definitely a must read!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was an amazing,y sweet, easy weekend read! It has all of the cozy elements you could ask for and is definitely Hallmark-ish. This is the 2nd book in the series, it follows different characters from the same town. CeCe is just as broody as a normal character in a love story, but it still provides all the feelings while you’re whisked away into the setting and storyline! Definitely a must read!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
An absolutely sweet small town romance. This is the second book in the series and can be read as a stand alone. It follows CeCe and Evan with sprinkles of the book one cast scattered in the story. The characters are easy to connect with as their stories unfold. It leaves you wanting to know more with each turn of the page. One cannot help but to root for the main characters throughout the story. A very enjoyable read, so much so that I devoured it in one day.
CeCe is wants control both in her life and in the kitchen. She has no room for distractions, even if a coworker has captured her attention. Evan works with CeCe at the restaurant. He has had a crush on her from day one but he isn’t making the move yet. Love cannot be rushed after all. The past that broke CeCe rolls into town hosting a major food competition. Even wants to compete with CeCe, but is she ready to move on from the past? Is Evan enough sunshine and optimism that they pull through?
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Falling for You was such a cute book. I loved it more than Falling Home, the first book in the Buckeye Falls series, which is saying a lot. This series gives me a Gilmore Girls feel- the small town, where everyone knows everyone. I have CeCe envisioned like Sookie- the amazing chef that is a little quirky but everyone loves. Evan is a few years younger, and landed in Buckeye Falls a couple years ago, and has has a crush on CeCe ever sense. He finally makes his feelings known, and hopes the feelings are reciprocated. CeCe carries a bit of baggage from her previous relationship, which she has hidden well… That is until said ex, brings a cooking competition to Buckeye Falls. Things heat up in the kitchen, and outside… and I loved it. I hardly put this book down, I love all the characters, and Evan is wonderful. I am glad the previous characters from book 1 continued to make appearances throughout. Please let there be more to come!!
Reviewed by @way2gosmartguy
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was such a cute romance story. It is perfect if you are looking for a quick read! Finished it in one setting, was so good. It is very well written with really good characters that you’ll just fall in love with. I haven’t read many books that have a chef/baker as one of the main characters so, that was nice and refreshing. All in all, would definitely recommend to anyone who loves a good romance!
Review by @heather26
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
CeCe leaves Chicago after a traumatic and embarrassing breakup. She lands in Buckeye Falls and carefully guards her heart. Yet, Evan, the optimistic, happy co-worker slowly starts to crack the shell she has build around herself. She breaks her number one role and gives him a shot. But a food truck competition with the judge being celebrity chef Eric, CeCe’s ex brings all those old feelings of the breakup back to the surface and that painful past back to the present.
Very cute read. You get to know the characters and root for CeCe along the way.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4.5 stars!!
CeCe LaRue is familiar with the heat of a kitchen but she’s not about to be burned by another man in her life. She’s quite content working at Max’s Diner in Buckeye Falls. When an opportunity comes up to enter a cooking contest, CeCe is hesitant but interested.
Evan Lawson is that friend that everyone wants to have. Always a smile or hug to share, Evan is a remarkable guy. Is he perfect? No…show me a perfect guy please and I might change my mind. Evan is finding an attraction to CeCe though as they work side by side at the diner everyday. He’s actually been crushing on CeCe for quite some time and when the cooking competition comes up he’s hoping it’s a chance to get even closer to her.
A past flame in CeCe’s life could scorch any hopes of this relationship ever going anywhere if things don’t change fast!
I loved this second book in this series. I did read the first one as well and equally loved it. This can be read as a stand alone. I really enjoy the style of writing in this series and the stories come to life before you as you read. I found myself tearing up and angry and then the next minute I was fist pumping and hollering for a victory! I’m excited about the next book but was a bit surprised as to the characters in the next one!! I was just sure it would be someone else featured but hopefully their story is coming soon too!
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a fantastic addition to this series and was such a sweet and enjoyable read. I really loved reading about CeCe and Evan. They had a great connection and I thought it was lively the way we got to see that grow.
The author has nailed the overall vibe of this book. It is easy to read, fun and lighthearted. It really worked well with thr characters that we are reading about. I connected with the storyline straight away and thoroughly enjoyed it right until the end. I am looking forward to the rest of this series.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in the series. At times it seems very slow moving. I did do some skimming periodically and did not miss any of the story. In here we see if Evan and corral CeCe into being more than his friend. I really did like both of these characters. Each one gets stuck on social norms which impedes their moving forward together.
My one issue is the complication with Eric. I do wish the author would have brought him into the story way earlier as it would have added another element for both main characters.
I do like the all the added time we get with characters that were introduced in book 1. Overall the pace of the story was slower but it still a good read.
This is the second book in the Buckeye Falls Series and it was just as good as the first one! After reading the first book I was definitely intrigued by the chemistry between Cece and Evan so I was stoked to find out about this book. This book follows Evan, a few years younger than Cece, try to prove that he is worth dating and not the kid everyone treats him like. This was a nice age gap in the sense that it was not creepy and both partners discussed the way it made them feel…eventually. I think it was about 5 years and he is in his mid 20s so her turning 30 that year was not too much of a gape for it to be gross. Evan was a sweet little golden retriever and Cece was fierce and i loved it. I adored the small town setting and diner vibes. The tight knit community in Buckeye Falls is really charming in this book. I am falling for the entire town. This book is fun and light and falling for these characters was so easy. I liked the setting and the communication that went on between the two. It was pretty realistic i think to how this would play out in real life and I am glad Eric got what he deserved and Dale had his behind handed to him too. Yay for men being put in their place! I hope if there is a third book it is about Natalie.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I whole heartedly enjoyed this book. The world building and storyline were wonderful. I enjoyed the characters very much. This is the 2nd book in the series but can be read as a standalone. I look forward to reading more by this author.
Reviewed by @mimimadge
Falling Home by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book. Even though it’s no longer the Christmas season, it still brought cheer to my heart. The storyline was great. The characters were showed real emotions and were relatable. I can’t wait to read the next book.
Reviewed by @mimimadge
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I absolutely love a grumpy/sunshine story where the male is the sunshine, and Evan is all sunshine. Getting to see his and CeCe’s background break my heart. Watching Evan and CeCe go from friends to the beginnings of a relationship, having to battle with sharing your pains with hear other and trusting them to run run away screaming. Small town, grumpy/sunshine, secret crushes, workplace romance, and wonderful food everywhere. What’s not to enjoy 😊
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Buckeye Falls is such an amazing town with amazing people. In the second book from Libby Kay, we get to learn more about Cece and Evan. When faced with her past, Cece has to decide if she’s ready to let go. Evan has been smitten since the first day but now has to let CeCee decide what’s best for her. If you love getting to know everyone in a small town, then this is the book for you.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is the second book in The Buckeye falls series, Yet I do feel you could read this as a standalone, definitely read the first it’s very good. It is a nice quick read, with wonderful characters that you can’t help but love. This time we get CeCe and Evans story. So well written. You will love this read.
Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved reading another book set in the small town of Buckeye Falls. This is the second book in the series, but it follows different characters and starts up right after the first book. The characters from the first book are all scattered throughout so that we can keep an eye on Max, Ginny, Harold, Natalie, and Anthony. In this book, we get to know Cece and Evan who work with Max at the diner. Cece is pretty closed off in the first book and we get to learn more about her past and what brought her to the small town. Why she has a fancy degree but loves the diner, why she doesn’t want to date coworkers, and why a big celebrity chef coming to town throws her into a panic. We also get to know Evan and why he decided not to follow in his dad’s footsteps as a big web developer but instead settled in Buckeye Falls. This is a fun, quick, clean romance book and I was excited to see that a third book is coming and will follow Natalie. I hope more come too because I’d love to get to know Evan’s sister, Mallory, more!
Reviewed by @bibliophilenerd
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