My rules: No players. No flirts. No cocky jerks. My exception: Dawson Marsh. Dawson might be every girl’s crush in this small town, but not mine. I can appreciate him from a distance, and that suits me fine. Except that one time he kissed me. Up close and personal. Once is a mistake. But the second time? Sublime.The man should come with some kind of a warning sign: Not safe for work! Hot to the … a warning sign: Not safe for work! Hot to the touch! But what kind of girl can’t handle a little friends with benefits action, right?
The one who missed the most important warning: Danger, risk of falling.
*This is a full-length, standalone romance with a guaranteed HEA.
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Break My Fall is another fantastic book in the Swoon Series by J.H. Croix! Dawson is a flirt and always teasing as a cover to the dark depression he has suffered from since his childhood. Evie has always felt she is missing a part of herself since her identical twin sister died. Being bullied in high school has left Evie feeling insecure and shy. Evie and Dawson have fought their attraction to each other for two years. Will one kiss change the dynamics between Dawson and Evie? Can Dawson be the man Evie needs? When Dawson begins to doubt himself, will he push Evie away? Will Evie forgive Dawson for adding to insecurities when he walks away from her? Can Dawson convince Evie that his feelings for her are real? Can Dawson open up about his struggle with depression? Will Dawson and Evie realize they are better together than apart? Can Dawson and Evie heal each other and find their happily ever after? I LOVED Break My Fall by J.H. Croix! The chemistry and passion between Dawson and Evie is hot and explosive. Break My Fall is an amazing book that will take the reader on an emotional journey. I loved the interaction of the characters from previous books and characters waiting for their stories to be told. The reader can see how much they are a family who love and look out for each other. I would HIGHLY recommend getting Break My Fall and the other books in the Swoon Series. J.H. Croix is a MUST read author for this reader. I received an ARC of this book from Bad Boy Update, and I am leaving my honest review.
Oh I absolutely loved this! This story is engrossing and sexy and emotional. This h and h are awesome! They are dynamite together! This is definitely a page turner. I can’t wait for more!
Evie and Dawson are both employees of the Stolen Hearts Rescue and have known each other for a couple of years. She thinks he’s out of her league and would never be interested in her, but he is. Behind the harmless flirtation has lurked a heart that was open to her but terrified of the darkness he felt at times. When they were together, she seemed to pull him from the shadows. When they first kissed, neither could deny the spark but Evie doubted that it was more than a one-time kiss and walked away from him. Dawson couldn’t break the fear that he would turn out just like his father. After all, they both suffered from depression and there were time when Dawson’s illness forced him to live in the shadows of his mind. Evie suffered from the death of her twin, just before they would have entered high school. That loss brought on feelings of distress and utter sadness too many times. When Dawson and Evie recognize the similar traits in each other, there’s a hope that they can help the other mend. Watching the love between them grow was heartwarming and written so well. The characters are captivating and the plot, tightly woven. Break My Fall is a wonderful book that creates and holds its mood, pace and form from the first page to the last.
I’m such a massive fan of J.H. Croix and this book has just solidified my respect for her writing style and her ability to weave a story that enchants, entertains and melts your heart. Break my Fall features Dawson and Evie and I loved everything about the two of them. The two have tried to fight their attraction to each other but some forces cannot be resisted. Each of the two is struggling with emotional issues, each for different reasons and different reactions but when they give in to their chemistry will their respective issues keep them emotionally isolated from each other or will they be able to help each other heal and build something strong and lasting together?
I received a free copy of this book directly from Bad Boy Update and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Great story this is the first book I have read by this author and I will definitely be reading more I really enjoyed it
This series is aptly named & this is the third book to have me swooning… Another flawlessly written page turner from this brilliant author. Feels like coming home to touch base with these incredible characters once more. The first book was the story of Shay & Jackson, the second focused on Valentina & Lucas & this third was the story of Evie & Dawson. It was poignant, tender, sexy as sin with the other characters lending support & direction when the hero & heroine nearly lost their way. Their destiny could not be denied. Just loved it!
I received an arc & this is my honest & voluntary review.
I loved this swoon-worthy romance with relatable characters that jump right off the page and into your heart and a beautifully written story that sucked me in completely and kept me glued to the book from the first word and I didn’t want it to end. I loved the steamy romance between Dawson Marsh and Evie Blair and thought my kindle might melt. Ms. Croix has given us another winner in her must-read Swoon series and I can hardly wait to read book four. I received an advance reader copy of this book from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving my review.
I absolutely loved Dawson and Evie’s story. Ms. Croix always makes her characters feel like real people and you want to weep and celebrate with them. This is definitely the case with Evie and Dawson.
Dawson is a constant flirt who uses his charm and humor to hide his pain. He’s known Evie for a couple of years, but he’s finally realized he wants more with her than friendship. Evie is a normal woman, a bit self-conscious, and not his normal type. Dawson’s sudden interest unnerves her until she actually gets to know the real Dawson, not the superficial one he shows on the outside.
This was a wonderful romance and I can’t wait for the next one in the series.
I received an ARC from the author. This is my honest review.
Well worth reading!
I found this book to be a very enjoyable and entertaining read with the great character and storyline development! Dawson and Evie was such a great couple that I was totally invested until the turn of the very last page!
4.5 Stars
This is book three in the Swoon series and it features Dawson and Eve. They’ve known each other for a couple years and he’s always been the consummate flirt/practical joker with everyone. Most say he flirts/jokes differently with her but she’s not so sure. He so good looking and sexy that he couldn’t possibly be interested in someone like her…right? These two are setting the sheets on FIRE! They both have issues but if he doesn’t learn to deal with his, he could lose her forever.
This is a sweet and hot romance with sexy cowboys and first responders. I can’t wait for the next book in this fantastic series!
Have you read any of the Swoon Series releases? Do you love books with guaranteed happily ever afters? See J.H. in action with the latest installment to The Swoon Series, Break My Fall. I encourage all fans of wonderfully crafted romance to follow along as Dawson and Evie turn up the heat.
I was beyond fortunate to have requested an advanced reader’s copy of Break My Fall in exchange for my honest & voluntarily given opinion. I highly recommend this book and Author.
I can not wait to see what is next for us from J.H. Croix.
Dawson and Evie were just so sweet and perfect together! They both carry a lot of baggage and have to learn to overcome their struggles and insecurities to get their HEA.
Their story was easy to read, entertaining and I enjoyed their fun banter. Chemistry between them was off the charts and steamy hot!
There were also emotional moments dealing with Evie’s childhood trauma and Dawson’s depression. It was really heartwarming to read how both Evie and Dawson grew stronger together and helped each other with their struggles.
This was another winner in this series and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Dani and Wade!
I received an advanced copy of this book from BadBoyUpdate and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
This series just keeps bringing out more and more sensational couples. Dawson and Evie are the latest and they will burn the pages of this book up. Dawson is made up of many layers as his friends and Evie are going to find out. This installment is full of heat, drama, romance and friendship. Mrs. Croix has done it again, yet another masterpiece. I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.
J.H. Croix has quickly become a one click author for me. What started months ago with a well timed freebie has become a total obsession. Her characters make it easy to get caught up in the journey. Nothing is ever simple, but you can bet your heart that there is no escaping the turbulent, beauty of a wild ride. Breaking My Fall is a Kleenex absorber. Dawson and Evie take heartbreak to the extreme as they battle their way into love. Croix tackles some serious issues like depression and grief in order to find a rainbow that could be waiting on the other side.
I love this book and I love this series. Evie has always felt like she wasn’t enough specifically after the way she was treated In high school. Losing her twin sister didn’t help. So she was just waiting for Dawson to call it quits with her. Dawson had tried to leave his past behind but had to come to terms with it if he wanted a life with Evie. These two together was so great. They just clicked and everything was easy. I love the little catching up with the past couples from this series and love the friendship with the group that works at the lodge. This series is one that just sucks you in and you don’t want out of! I can’t wait for the next book!
This sexy read is the third book in the Swoon series and will have you devouring the pages. Dawson had a very abusive father and he vowed to never be like him. He is a huge flirt and deals with difficult issues by making jokes. Evie had something very traumatic happen to her when she started high school. She had to deal with loss, bullying and so much more. These two together have fought their attraction for each other until one faithful night. This was well written, has amazingly strong characters and the storyline was intriguing. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Wow! Break My Fall ticks all the boxes for me.
This story has fabulous characters and a storyline embedded with overcoming family trauma of the past. There is sizzle between Evie and Dawson and dialogue that makes your heart sing.
J.H. Croix is one of my favorite authors and this book is one of the reasons why. Her writing goes beyond dialogue and characters. The subplots are woven together to produce a tight story.
Dawson and Evie dance around each other for months, harmlessly flirting while the undercurrent of attraction grows into a romance that is one we can all dream of. Both are plagued with family traumas and baggage that they need to put in the past in order to have a future together. The secondary characters are ones you’d like to have in your circle…and are ones we hope to see in upcoming books!
This is a part of a series, but you can start with this book! Download it now … and if you haven’t read the others in the series, download them as well!
I received an ARC. This is my honest review.
This book is mostly about how two people deal with different types of depression caused by things that happened in their childhoods. There are times when you can feel that darkness starting and you can intercept it so it doesn’t get bad. Other times no matter what you do you get sucked into that darkness and have a hard time fighting your way back. Sometimes you can hide it from everyone and sometimes you hide from everyone until it passes.
Dawson never thought about ever finding love because of his abusive dad. Evie never thought she would find someone to love her. Sometimes they both have bouts of depression but try to hide it from everyone. Only someone who know that kind of darkness could recognize the look in someone else’s eyes. Dawson tries to fight it with being a big jokester and endless flirting. Evie has overcome for the most part the things that happened in high school especially after her twin sister died in an accident. Dawson and Evie really like each other but neither is brave enough to say anything. Will they take a chance on finding love or will Dawson let his past interfere with his future with Evie?
This was an adorable story but it was also really HOT! I loved Dawson & Evie. They are both really interesting characters and I loved their banter. This series is very good and I hope it continues. Definitely swoony!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.