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The Falling of Love
You will never forget your first date, your first kiss, or your first love. You will also never forget how it felt when it was torn apart.
Seventeen-year old Grace Hathaway does not give much thought to falling in love, until the day that Ian Taylor, rebel and misfit walks into her math class. From their first conversation, Grace is mesmerized by Ian's charisma and rock star façade.
Ian Taylor, a seventeen-year old kid from the wrong side of the tracks tries to ignore the feelings he has for Grace, but is captured by her caring, non-judgmental personality from the moment they meet. Grace becomes Ian's everything and there is nothing he will not do for her. Hurting her was never part of his plan.
“The Falling of Love” will take you on a sweet, emotional journey of two young adults falling in love for the first time, and then tear your heart apart when that love is threatened by dishonesty and betrayal.
The Falling of Love is the first novel in a series of novels that will follow Grace Hathaway's life and personal struggles. Everyone has a beginning to their story and an end...
This is the beginning of Grace's story.
Please visit our Facebook page for updates on the series or to ask questions. Search for The Falling series of novels - by Marisa Oldham
Seventeen-year old Grace Hathaway does not give much thought to falling in love, until the day that Ian Taylor, rebel and misfit walks into her math class. From their first conversation, Grace is mesmerized by Ian's charisma and rock star façade.
Ian Taylor, a seventeen-year old kid from the wrong side of the tracks tries to ignore the feelings he has for Grace, but is captured by her caring, non-judgmental personality from the moment they meet. Grace becomes Ian's everything and there is nothing he will not do for her. Hurting her was never part of his plan.
“The Falling of Love” will take you on a sweet, emotional journey of two young adults falling in love for the first time, and then tear your heart apart when that love is threatened by dishonesty and betrayal.
The Falling of Love is the first novel in a series of novels that will follow Grace Hathaway's life and personal struggles. Everyone has a beginning to their story and an end...
This is the beginning of Grace's story.
Please visit our Facebook page for updates on the series or to ask questions. Search for The Falling series of novels - by Marisa Oldham
385 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 31, 2012
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About the author
Marisa Oldham
14 books273 followersMarisa Oldham is an Amazon bestselling author of the popular The Falling Series - The Falling of Love, The Falling of Grace, and The Falling of Hope. A passionate writer with immense depth, Marisa published a highly emotional spinoff of the series, Learning to Breathe, that connected her readers with her by sharing her personal experiences in a fictional manner. In a short story collection, After We Fell, that follows Learning to Breathe, Marisa continued to dive into the trials and tribulations of her characters’ lives with Falling in Paris, Falling Apart, and Falling Forever. Marisa has also contributed to anthologies and has many works in progress.
Marisa lives in a small town in Tennessee with her sister Carraine and her adorable Yorkshire
Terrier mix, Winnie. Outside of writing, Marisa enjoys photography, travel, reality TV, horror
movies, and crafting. One of Marisa’s favorite aspects of being a writer is connecting with her
readers. You may reach Marisa via social media or email.
Marisa lives in a small town in Tennessee with her sister Carraine and her adorable Yorkshire
Terrier mix, Winnie. Outside of writing, Marisa enjoys photography, travel, reality TV, horror
movies, and crafting. One of Marisa’s favorite aspects of being a writer is connecting with her
readers. You may reach Marisa via social media or email.
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August 19, 2015
This is a heart renching story of two teens, who were forced to grow up before their time. I fell head over hills in love with Grace an Ian. There is a special place in my heart for these characters.
While I was reading the book, I felt every emotion and heartache they went through. This is a story that will have you wanting more.
The romance between Grace and Ian was beautiful. However, I did loose a little love for Ian because of the way he treated Grace. Grace tried to find love in other guys, but no one really came close. I gave this book 5 stars, because I am a true sucker for romance, and this book made me cry. I enjoyed going on the journey with Grace and Ian, and I hope I will get the chance to read book two soon!
I received this book in exchanged of a honest review, Thank you Marisa!
While I was reading the book, I felt every emotion and heartache they went through. This is a story that will have you wanting more.
The romance between Grace and Ian was beautiful. However, I did loose a little love for Ian because of the way he treated Grace. Grace tried to find love in other guys, but no one really came close. I gave this book 5 stars, because I am a true sucker for romance, and this book made me cry. I enjoyed going on the journey with Grace and Ian, and I hope I will get the chance to read book two soon!
I received this book in exchanged of a honest review, Thank you Marisa!
August 7, 2014
**** I Love Story Time was gifted an ARC of The Falling Of Love by Marisa Oldham in exchange for an honest review****
Lets just start out by saying..... I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! If I could give more then 5 stars I would!!
Marisa Oldham did an awesome job on this book! I was hooked just reading the prologue !! Yes, the PROLOGUE!! It was only 2 pages!!! I did not want to put it down. Not only was I sucked in after just reading 2 pages, but by chapter 7, I was already crying!!! There were so many things I loved about this book. So many things that made me fall in love. THEN, at one point, I wanted to throw my kindle just to pick it up and continue reading!! UGH!!!
I loved Grace (Gracie). She was so sweet and innocent. She loved with all of her heart. I loved Ian too even though at some parts in the story he really made me mad! Ian and Grace met in high school. Ian is the new kid that really stands out compared to the other students. His style is Rock 'N Roll down the bracelets that he wears on his wrists. He ends up sitting next to Grace in class and they become friends. Over time, Grace starts to like him hoping that he feels the same way.
Ian and Grace begin dating and let me just say I loved their first date. Ian was so shy when it came to his plans but to me it was perfect!! Ian says and does the most heart warming things. There's so many things that Ian tells Grace that just warmed my heart, Ian is so sweet.....
" I love those soft, sweet kisses you give me on the cheek. It's handsdown one of the best things you do to me."
Then there were parts that I felt so sad for him...
"Your everything I have in this world, Gracie. You're my everything. Nothing else in my life makes me happy the way you do and as far as I'm concerned, I need nothing else in life but you. But I'm not your everything ."
Grace has a older brother named James, and a younger sister named Michelle. I loved both of their characters so much. Loved Michelle's feisty mouth and James's big heart. Ian and Grace come from two different backgrounds and Grace's family accepts Ian with open arms. Ian is overwhelmed with all the love and support that they shower him with......
"You're our family now. This is where you belong. Don't ever question it. Don't ever feel you don't deserve it, because you do. We love you so much."
I can seriously go on and on about this book but I don't want to give too much away. You just have to read it for yourself!! The Falling of Love really has everything in it. Like I said, I loved it and then wanted to throw my kindle and then I loved it some more. I got mad, laughed, and cried and fell in love with every major character. There SO much more to this story then what I am talking about so please, please, please, read this book!! I can't even EXPLAIN the way I felt at the end!!! SERIOUSLY!!! REALLY MARISA??? I need book 2 like now, and if you read this so will you!!!
Lets just start out by saying..... I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! If I could give more then 5 stars I would!!
Marisa Oldham did an awesome job on this book! I was hooked just reading the prologue !! Yes, the PROLOGUE!! It was only 2 pages!!! I did not want to put it down. Not only was I sucked in after just reading 2 pages, but by chapter 7, I was already crying!!! There were so many things I loved about this book. So many things that made me fall in love. THEN, at one point, I wanted to throw my kindle just to pick it up and continue reading!! UGH!!!
I loved Grace (Gracie). She was so sweet and innocent. She loved with all of her heart. I loved Ian too even though at some parts in the story he really made me mad! Ian and Grace met in high school. Ian is the new kid that really stands out compared to the other students. His style is Rock 'N Roll down the bracelets that he wears on his wrists. He ends up sitting next to Grace in class and they become friends. Over time, Grace starts to like him hoping that he feels the same way.
Ian and Grace begin dating and let me just say I loved their first date. Ian was so shy when it came to his plans but to me it was perfect!! Ian says and does the most heart warming things. There's so many things that Ian tells Grace that just warmed my heart, Ian is so sweet.....
" I love those soft, sweet kisses you give me on the cheek. It's handsdown one of the best things you do to me."
Then there were parts that I felt so sad for him...
"Your everything I have in this world, Gracie. You're my everything. Nothing else in my life makes me happy the way you do and as far as I'm concerned, I need nothing else in life but you. But I'm not your everything ."
Grace has a older brother named James, and a younger sister named Michelle. I loved both of their characters so much. Loved Michelle's feisty mouth and James's big heart. Ian and Grace come from two different backgrounds and Grace's family accepts Ian with open arms. Ian is overwhelmed with all the love and support that they shower him with......
"You're our family now. This is where you belong. Don't ever question it. Don't ever feel you don't deserve it, because you do. We love you so much."
I can seriously go on and on about this book but I don't want to give too much away. You just have to read it for yourself!! The Falling of Love really has everything in it. Like I said, I loved it and then wanted to throw my kindle and then I loved it some more. I got mad, laughed, and cried and fell in love with every major character. There SO much more to this story then what I am talking about so please, please, please, read this book!! I can't even EXPLAIN the way I felt at the end!!! SERIOUSLY!!! REALLY MARISA??? I need book 2 like now, and if you read this so will you!!!
July 2, 2013
The Falling of Love centers around Grace, a teenage girl, who falls in love with Ian, a boy with a troubled home life. The author did a great job capturing young love and showing how exciting and beautiful a new romance can be. The beginning brought back memories of when my husband and I first started dating as teenagers. Just like Grace and Ian, we fell for each other very hard and very fast. When Ian ends up living with Grace's family, I could relate to that as well because I had lived with my husband's family during my senior year of high school (prior to being married of course). Grace and Ian were then out on their own at a young age just as we were so I really felt for them and for their struggles. It is tough having to grow up so soon, and this book shows that very well. Things get dramatically worse though as Ian embarks on a dangerous lifestyle in L.A. The love they have for each other is strong, but their relationship gets heavily tested.
While the content is intended for mature readers only, the writing style would have otherwise led me to believe it was geared towards a younger audience. Despite that, this book has a really good story that is painfully realistic at times. There are some explicit scenes, but they do not take over. They are used to enhance the story, and they are placed at appropriate times rather than being thrown in constantly for no reason other than to have lots of graphic sex.
It was a book that kept my interest the whole way through, and I couldn't wait to see what would happen. The dialogue really brought the story alive, and the characters seemed very real. I often found myself angry, sad, or hopeful. It was definitely an emotional ride. I'm looking forward to book two!
While the content is intended for mature readers only, the writing style would have otherwise led me to believe it was geared towards a younger audience. Despite that, this book has a really good story that is painfully realistic at times. There are some explicit scenes, but they do not take over. They are used to enhance the story, and they are placed at appropriate times rather than being thrown in constantly for no reason other than to have lots of graphic sex.
It was a book that kept my interest the whole way through, and I couldn't wait to see what would happen. The dialogue really brought the story alive, and the characters seemed very real. I often found myself angry, sad, or hopeful. It was definitely an emotional ride. I'm looking forward to book two!
June 7, 2013
The story starts out with teenagers Grace Hathaway and Ian Taylor, a miss matched couple as seen by their high school peers. Grace is a gentle beauty who’s sweet and on the cheerleading squad where newcomer Ian is the new “rocker” boy in school, and not kindly welcomed. Regardless of what everyone’s thinks the two grow to love each other very much.
Their feelings for each other are bottomless, and you would think that it would soar high from there, but it doesn’t, and that’s because there are undisclosed family circumstances that Ian has found hard to share with Grace. When she’s finally informed of his troubles, she sheds new light onto his problem and finds a solution that makes their days happy again. Sadly, it’s short lived due to their nonstop longing desire. An emotional pull that interrupts their fairytale world, and forces them to delve into adulthood sooner than later.
From there it only plummets downhill due to a new location and Ian’s constant tug of war. On one hand, he has Grace, the love of his life whom he declares he would do anything for; but then, on the other hand, he’s fighting an enormous battle for another love that he’s finding difficult to end.
The story contains a lot of in-depth situations that will pull at your heart. There are also other noteworthy characters that play significant roles throughout the plot. I find it to be an enjoyable read, and an emotional wrenching love story that will be hard to put down.
Their feelings for each other are bottomless, and you would think that it would soar high from there, but it doesn’t, and that’s because there are undisclosed family circumstances that Ian has found hard to share with Grace. When she’s finally informed of his troubles, she sheds new light onto his problem and finds a solution that makes their days happy again. Sadly, it’s short lived due to their nonstop longing desire. An emotional pull that interrupts their fairytale world, and forces them to delve into adulthood sooner than later.
From there it only plummets downhill due to a new location and Ian’s constant tug of war. On one hand, he has Grace, the love of his life whom he declares he would do anything for; but then, on the other hand, he’s fighting an enormous battle for another love that he’s finding difficult to end.
The story contains a lot of in-depth situations that will pull at your heart. There are also other noteworthy characters that play significant roles throughout the plot. I find it to be an enjoyable read, and an emotional wrenching love story that will be hard to put down.
June 19, 2014
What can I say about this book that hasn't already been said? I've read both the original version and the revised version and I can say that even though the original was great, it only got better with the revisions and added scenes. There's something so sweet and innocent about Grace and watching her grow throughout the book made me feel very close to the character, as if I knew her in real life. When she falls for the new kid in school, Ian Taylor, it reminded me so much of being in her position, falling for the bad boy musician. Most girls know this story and the author stays true to make it realistic.
The plot, however, takes a very sharp turn and the conflict almost slaps you across the face, yanking you out of your dream of the love between Grace and Ian. You wonder if they're going to survive all the adversity, and sometimes you wonder if you even want them to survive it. Then the ending... can you say cliffhanger?! I knew it was a series going into it, but there is no way I can stop at book one, not with an ending like that! If you're looking for a sweet romance that's wrought with adversity and conflict, this is the story for you!
The plot, however, takes a very sharp turn and the conflict almost slaps you across the face, yanking you out of your dream of the love between Grace and Ian. You wonder if they're going to survive all the adversity, and sometimes you wonder if you even want them to survive it. Then the ending... can you say cliffhanger?! I knew it was a series going into it, but there is no way I can stop at book one, not with an ending like that! If you're looking for a sweet romance that's wrought with adversity and conflict, this is the story for you!
June 2, 2014
The Falling of Love
By: Marisa Oldham
**copy received from author for an honest review**
This book completely blew me away. I was hooked from the first page and could not put it down. Grace was this all-American sweet girl and Ian was the boy that completely did not fit it. Grace saw something in Ian that nobody else did. In the beginning, Grace and Ian’s love was so pure, sweet, and innocent that you just knew they were meant to be together; however, life always has a way of getting in the way.
I absolutely loved watching Grace grow as a person. She was thrown into a world she knew nothing about. She has to deal with what life throws at her and the decisions she makes along the way. I believe she is a very strong person and will continue to grow into a stronger person.
All of the characters in this book are great. I loved them. They all defiantly play a significant part in Grace’s life and heart.
This is a beautifully written story that will take you on an emotional roller coaster of love, friendship, passion, and heartbreak. I can’t wait to read the next book to see what happens.
By: Marisa Oldham
**copy received from author for an honest review**
This book completely blew me away. I was hooked from the first page and could not put it down. Grace was this all-American sweet girl and Ian was the boy that completely did not fit it. Grace saw something in Ian that nobody else did. In the beginning, Grace and Ian’s love was so pure, sweet, and innocent that you just knew they were meant to be together; however, life always has a way of getting in the way.
I absolutely loved watching Grace grow as a person. She was thrown into a world she knew nothing about. She has to deal with what life throws at her and the decisions she makes along the way. I believe she is a very strong person and will continue to grow into a stronger person.
All of the characters in this book are great. I loved them. They all defiantly play a significant part in Grace’s life and heart.
This is a beautifully written story that will take you on an emotional roller coaster of love, friendship, passion, and heartbreak. I can’t wait to read the next book to see what happens.
December 29, 2015
***** 5 Extra Cranky Stars *****
The Falling of Love is the first book in the “Falling” trilogy. I’ve read every single one now and this is one of my favorite series. Ms Oldham has a unique style that I admire and I’ve become attached to her characters. It’s like being with old friends.
This is Grace and Ian’s story. They meet in high school, two idealistic teenagers, and we follow them through life’s ups and downs, joys and struggles.
The story is woven perfectly, tying into one another. Sometimes it’s uplifting. Other times, it is soul crushing.
This trilogy is highly recommended and I am struggling to say farewell to the characters I’ve come to love.
The Falling of Love is the first book in the “Falling” trilogy. I’ve read every single one now and this is one of my favorite series. Ms Oldham has a unique style that I admire and I’ve become attached to her characters. It’s like being with old friends.
This is Grace and Ian’s story. They meet in high school, two idealistic teenagers, and we follow them through life’s ups and downs, joys and struggles.
The story is woven perfectly, tying into one another. Sometimes it’s uplifting. Other times, it is soul crushing.
This trilogy is highly recommended and I am struggling to say farewell to the characters I’ve come to love.
June 1, 2014
This begins as a really sweet tale of young first love between Grace, a sweet and generous hearted girl and Ian, the musician rock guy who doesn't fit in at their local high school. Marisa has written the gentle development of their love really nicely and you really believe that they are just meant to be. But no good love story would be without it's angst and there is plenty of that in this book, the course of true love never did run smooth! There are great supporting roles in Grace's sister Michelle, Ian's best friend Jaden and Jaden's gramps. The only thing preventing me from giving five stars is that I found it hard to get to grips with the tense, leaving me feeling a little more disconnected to the characters than I would have liked, but this is a purely personal opinion of my reading preference style - will it stop me reading the rest of the series? Definitely not. I am looking forward to find out what happens to all these characters in the The Falling of Grace, the next in this trilogy. A copy was provided by the author for a fair and honest review
May 26, 2013
I don't always know how to review books that are written by new authors, but I'll say that I applaud Ms. Oldham's boldness. The Falling of Love is at times sweet, at times dark, at times funny, and overall somewhat stark and singular -- which is a good thing. The point of view is quite consistent, which is one of the most difficult things to achieve for most novelists.
I don't always go for the twisted-YA genre (or whatever genre you'd call this!), but it's an enjoyable read. I'm not sure if it's just the copy I received, but the book needed a lot of editing. My writerly OCD sometimes makes it hard to see through that. But as a young author, Ms. Oldham is definitely someone to watch!
I don't always go for the twisted-YA genre (or whatever genre you'd call this!), but it's an enjoyable read. I'm not sure if it's just the copy I received, but the book needed a lot of editing. My writerly OCD sometimes makes it hard to see through that. But as a young author, Ms. Oldham is definitely someone to watch!
January 19, 2014
The Falling of Love is the first book of Marisa's Love series. Her series is based on the ever evolving life of Grace Hathaway. In this book you see Grace's younger, more vulnerable side as she develops into a woman. She struggles through these years falling in love and coping with changes that will affect the rest of her life. When I read this book, i couldn't help remembering back to the time when I first fell for that someone in school. That young crush never seems to fade away, so I can understand how this kind of sentiment can carry on for Grace:)
March 29, 2015
Heart wrenching, tragic, beautiful story and I can't wait to see what comes next!
January 18, 2018
I enjoyed this book.
I found it a little slow in the beginning but it soon got into stride. I also found it a bit difficult going from narrative to character form. Having said that, it was a good read, and I enjoyed all the characters, Grace, Ian, Michelle, James and Jaden.
Grace and Ian were absolutely wonderful. Until they weren't. Ahhh, the angst of being a teenager!
Looking forward to the next book.
I found it a little slow in the beginning but it soon got into stride. I also found it a bit difficult going from narrative to character form. Having said that, it was a good read, and I enjoyed all the characters, Grace, Ian, Michelle, James and Jaden.
Grace and Ian were absolutely wonderful. Until they weren't. Ahhh, the angst of being a teenager!
Looking forward to the next book.
June 15, 2014
**** I Love Story Time was gifted an ARC of The Falling Of Love by Marisa Oldham in exchange for an honest review****
Lets just start out by saying..... I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! If I could give more then 5 stars I would!!
Marisa Oldham did an awesome job on this book! I was hooked just reading the prologue !! Yes, the PROLOGUE!! It was only 2 pages!!! I did not want to put it down. Not only was I sucked in after just reading 2 pages, but by chapter 7, I was already crying!!! There were so many things I loved about this book. So many things that made me fall in love. THEN, at one point, I wanted to throw my kindle just to pick it up and continue reading!! UGH!!!
I loved Grace (Gracie). She was so sweet and innocent. She loved with all of her heart. I loved Ian too even though at some parts in the story he really made me mad! Ian and Grace met in high school. Ian is the new kid that really stands out compared to the other students. His style is Rock 'N Roll down the bracelets that he wears on his wrists. He ends up sitting next to Grace in class and they become friends. Over time, Grace starts to like him hoping that he feels the same way.
Ian and Grace begin dating and let me just say I loved their first date. Ian was so shy when it came to his plans but to me it was perfect!! Ian says and does the most heart warming things. There's so many things that Ian tells Grace that just warmed my heart, Ian is so sweet.....
" I love those soft, sweet kisses you give me on the cheek. It's handsdown one of the best things you do to me."
Then there were parts that I felt so sad for him...
"Your everything I have in this world, Gracie. You're my everything. Nothing else in my life makes me happy the way you do and as far as I'm concerned, I need nothing else in life but you. But I'm not your everything ."
Grace has a older brother named James, and a younger sister named Michelle. I loved both of their characters so much. Loved Michelle's feisty mouth and James's big heart. Ian and Grace come from two different backgrounds and Grace's family accepts Ian with open arms. Ian is overwhelmed with all the love and support that they shower him with......
"You're our family now. This is where you belong. Don't ever question it. Don't ever feel you don't deserve it, because you do. We love you so much."
I can seriously go on and on about this book but I don't want to give too much away. You just have to read it for yourself!! The Falling of Love really has everything in it. Like I said, I loved it and then wanted to throw my kindle and then I loved it some more. I got mad, laughed, and cried and fell in love with every major character. There SO much more to this story then what I am talking about so please, please, please, read this book!! I can't even EXPLAIN the way I felt at the end!!! SERIOUSLY!!! REALLY MARISA??? I need book 2 like now, and if you read this so will you!!!
Lets just start out by saying..... I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!! If I could give more then 5 stars I would!!
Marisa Oldham did an awesome job on this book! I was hooked just reading the prologue !! Yes, the PROLOGUE!! It was only 2 pages!!! I did not want to put it down. Not only was I sucked in after just reading 2 pages, but by chapter 7, I was already crying!!! There were so many things I loved about this book. So many things that made me fall in love. THEN, at one point, I wanted to throw my kindle just to pick it up and continue reading!! UGH!!!
I loved Grace (Gracie). She was so sweet and innocent. She loved with all of her heart. I loved Ian too even though at some parts in the story he really made me mad! Ian and Grace met in high school. Ian is the new kid that really stands out compared to the other students. His style is Rock 'N Roll down the bracelets that he wears on his wrists. He ends up sitting next to Grace in class and they become friends. Over time, Grace starts to like him hoping that he feels the same way.
Ian and Grace begin dating and let me just say I loved their first date. Ian was so shy when it came to his plans but to me it was perfect!! Ian says and does the most heart warming things. There's so many things that Ian tells Grace that just warmed my heart, Ian is so sweet.....
" I love those soft, sweet kisses you give me on the cheek. It's handsdown one of the best things you do to me."
Then there were parts that I felt so sad for him...
"Your everything I have in this world, Gracie. You're my everything. Nothing else in my life makes me happy the way you do and as far as I'm concerned, I need nothing else in life but you. But I'm not your everything ."
Grace has a older brother named James, and a younger sister named Michelle. I loved both of their characters so much. Loved Michelle's feisty mouth and James's big heart. Ian and Grace come from two different backgrounds and Grace's family accepts Ian with open arms. Ian is overwhelmed with all the love and support that they shower him with......
"You're our family now. This is where you belong. Don't ever question it. Don't ever feel you don't deserve it, because you do. We love you so much."
I can seriously go on and on about this book but I don't want to give too much away. You just have to read it for yourself!! The Falling of Love really has everything in it. Like I said, I loved it and then wanted to throw my kindle and then I loved it some more. I got mad, laughed, and cried and fell in love with every major character. There SO much more to this story then what I am talking about so please, please, please, read this book!! I can't even EXPLAIN the way I felt at the end!!! SERIOUSLY!!! REALLY MARISA??? I need book 2 like now, and if you read this so will you!!!
March 1, 2015
Initial Thoughts:
I'm currently about 60 pages into the book, and I couldn't be more bored. It's very stilted. It doesn't flow well at all. It's very chopped up and skips large periods of time. The writer is using all the words that tries to tell us how emotional and overwhelming things feel for the two main characters, but I don't actually feel it at all through the writing. It's one thing to tell us, but another to actually make us feel it as well. The dialogue seems forced, and most of the parts that appear to be momentous in the story just don't come across that way.
Already I have a couple of pet peeves going. In page 3 (only page 3!), it's the first time the main male character is introduced to a classroom of students. The character only has to say his name, Ian, and this is written about our main female character: "She even makes a tiny gasp, but no one notices except her." Really? You gasp at the sound of his voice? What kind of bull-malarkey is that? My second peeve is the whole "babe"-thing. The Ian character constantly calls Grace "babe." I mean, over and over. Very cliche.
I was about ready to give up on this book after about 25 or so pages. I'm forcing my way through it, hoping it will get better. We'll see if I can make it. It's very rare I give up on a book.
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Review After Finishing Reading:
Nope, I stand by my original thoughts behind this book. Very chopped, not much description at all. It takes until literally halfway through the book before paragraphs of description are written. Yet, it would be about how someone is dressed or about sex rather than about emotions or feelings. Dialogue was horrible. It kept switching between phrasing that normal 18-year-olds would never use to being way too "dude-bro" for me.
Emotions were very bi-polar, and not just from the character that was on drugs. People were constantly switching from hot to cold very quickly. Plots in the story would be very sudden without much foundation laid for it in the book prior. The author seemed to like to throw in major issues for the characters without them having to live through those issues fully. They would only be touched on to try to stir your emotions for the characters without wanting to deal with them in the plot later.
Then, when writing the dialogue, she had some real problems knowing where to put commas in speech, or when to hyphenate words.
I really had to push my way through this one. Really...I forced myself. I admit that the writing got better halfway through compared to the beginning, but that's not saying much. I felt like I was reading internet fanfic rather than a published book. I don't know how this story has a four-point-something-star rating. Definitely not reading the sequels she's planning, and this book is being sold to a second-hand bookstore.
I'm currently about 60 pages into the book, and I couldn't be more bored. It's very stilted. It doesn't flow well at all. It's very chopped up and skips large periods of time. The writer is using all the words that tries to tell us how emotional and overwhelming things feel for the two main characters, but I don't actually feel it at all through the writing. It's one thing to tell us, but another to actually make us feel it as well. The dialogue seems forced, and most of the parts that appear to be momentous in the story just don't come across that way.
Already I have a couple of pet peeves going. In page 3 (only page 3!), it's the first time the main male character is introduced to a classroom of students. The character only has to say his name, Ian, and this is written about our main female character: "She even makes a tiny gasp, but no one notices except her." Really? You gasp at the sound of his voice? What kind of bull-malarkey is that? My second peeve is the whole "babe"-thing. The Ian character constantly calls Grace "babe." I mean, over and over. Very cliche.
I was about ready to give up on this book after about 25 or so pages. I'm forcing my way through it, hoping it will get better. We'll see if I can make it. It's very rare I give up on a book.
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Review After Finishing Reading:
Nope, I stand by my original thoughts behind this book. Very chopped, not much description at all. It takes until literally halfway through the book before paragraphs of description are written. Yet, it would be about how someone is dressed or about sex rather than about emotions or feelings. Dialogue was horrible. It kept switching between phrasing that normal 18-year-olds would never use to being way too "dude-bro" for me.
Emotions were very bi-polar, and not just from the character that was on drugs. People were constantly switching from hot to cold very quickly. Plots in the story would be very sudden without much foundation laid for it in the book prior. The author seemed to like to throw in major issues for the characters without them having to live through those issues fully. They would only be touched on to try to stir your emotions for the characters without wanting to deal with them in the plot later.
Then, when writing the dialogue, she had some real problems knowing where to put commas in speech, or when to hyphenate words.
I really had to push my way through this one. Really...I forced myself. I admit that the writing got better halfway through compared to the beginning, but that's not saying much. I felt like I was reading internet fanfic rather than a published book. I don't know how this story has a four-point-something-star rating. Definitely not reading the sequels she's planning, and this book is being sold to a second-hand bookstore.
July 3, 2014
This is such an amazing and highly emotional love story. What Marisa Oldham has done with this is phenomenal. When I read her book I can't tell you how many times I found myself smiling at the pages, clutching my reader tight as the hardships became harder, and how my chest constricted when things just seemed impossible. It was just so real and beautifully written.
We begin this story with Grace Hathaway in high school. She is shy, quiet and enjoys working on her art. Her sister Michelle is the loud flamboyant one. They lost their parents 7 years before and are being raised by their older brother James, who is a truck driver to support them. The day Grace sees Ian her world stood still. He wasn't like any boy she has ever seen. He dressed different, he looked different with his long red hair and jewelry, and he acted different. He had her attention from the first moment. Her heart wasn't far behind.
Ian Taylor dreaded starting a new school. All he wanted was getting to LA and starting up his band with his best bud Jaden. When he walked into math class and seen Grace he couldn't believe his eyes. When she talked to him he was shocked that she would. When she went out with him she made his world light up. Ian's family isn't the loving kind like Grace's and when his family problems become worse they open their house and arms to him, but things just aren't that simple.
Their love affair starts off as a sweet teen love and morphs into long lasting love of adults. The ease of teenage romance wears off and things become real for them. Then the hardships kick in and puts a true test to the strength of their love. Will it survive and will it last?
This book was emotionally wrenching and really pulls at you. You get angry, you get furious and you definitely feel sad, but you also feel and see the love between Marisa's characters and you see the confusion her characters are experiencing because of the various hurdles. This is a book you don't want to miss!! The ending is in a word ... POWERFUL!!! I am so glad I had the opportunity to read it and will definitely be in my to be read again list!
We begin this story with Grace Hathaway in high school. She is shy, quiet and enjoys working on her art. Her sister Michelle is the loud flamboyant one. They lost their parents 7 years before and are being raised by their older brother James, who is a truck driver to support them. The day Grace sees Ian her world stood still. He wasn't like any boy she has ever seen. He dressed different, he looked different with his long red hair and jewelry, and he acted different. He had her attention from the first moment. Her heart wasn't far behind.
Ian Taylor dreaded starting a new school. All he wanted was getting to LA and starting up his band with his best bud Jaden. When he walked into math class and seen Grace he couldn't believe his eyes. When she talked to him he was shocked that she would. When she went out with him she made his world light up. Ian's family isn't the loving kind like Grace's and when his family problems become worse they open their house and arms to him, but things just aren't that simple.
Their love affair starts off as a sweet teen love and morphs into long lasting love of adults. The ease of teenage romance wears off and things become real for them. Then the hardships kick in and puts a true test to the strength of their love. Will it survive and will it last?
This book was emotionally wrenching and really pulls at you. You get angry, you get furious and you definitely feel sad, but you also feel and see the love between Marisa's characters and you see the confusion her characters are experiencing because of the various hurdles. This is a book you don't want to miss!! The ending is in a word ... POWERFUL!!! I am so glad I had the opportunity to read it and will definitely be in my to be read again list!
February 12, 2014
I was given a copy by the author in exchange for an honest review.
Characters: Grace and Ian are the two main characters, high-schoolers that fall completely head over heels for each other. At first, Ian puts up a surly front but knocks it down for Grace much faster than I expected. Grace is a sweet and responsible girl but oddly sexually experienced considering she was a virgin in the beginning of the novel. Other characters include Grace's siblings, Melissa and James, and Ian's best friend Jaden. All three of those characters are developed enough- I especially liked Melissa's sassy attitude- but I couldn't understand the motive behind almost any of James's actions.
Plot: Ian and Grace meet, fall in love, and eventually move to California together after an unexpected situation arises. They are eager to leave their pasts behind, but then Ian gets a little too caught up in the rock star lifestyle. Fed up, Grace leaves and moves on with her life, but there is always a part of her that still loves Ian. He gets himself together and searches for her, but fears it may already be too late. The story is a lot like a typical young romance, but different as well since the characters had their own unique backgrounds. I found myself rooting for their love to pull through even though it may have been more toxic than good. This is the first book of a trilogy, so I'd be interested in reading what happens next.
Writing: Oldham uses great vocabulary and descriptions, but her sentence structure and grammar fall a little flat. I think if she played around a bit more with her words, the novel would have been fantastic, but unfortunately writing style can either make or break a book. The sequence of events flowed nicely and were intriguing enough for me to want to know what happens next, as well as the fate of the two lovers. I would recommend The Falling Of Love to those who enjoy young romance with a little bit of racy scenes mixed in.
Characters: Grace and Ian are the two main characters, high-schoolers that fall completely head over heels for each other. At first, Ian puts up a surly front but knocks it down for Grace much faster than I expected. Grace is a sweet and responsible girl but oddly sexually experienced considering she was a virgin in the beginning of the novel. Other characters include Grace's siblings, Melissa and James, and Ian's best friend Jaden. All three of those characters are developed enough- I especially liked Melissa's sassy attitude- but I couldn't understand the motive behind almost any of James's actions.
Plot: Ian and Grace meet, fall in love, and eventually move to California together after an unexpected situation arises. They are eager to leave their pasts behind, but then Ian gets a little too caught up in the rock star lifestyle. Fed up, Grace leaves and moves on with her life, but there is always a part of her that still loves Ian. He gets himself together and searches for her, but fears it may already be too late. The story is a lot like a typical young romance, but different as well since the characters had their own unique backgrounds. I found myself rooting for their love to pull through even though it may have been more toxic than good. This is the first book of a trilogy, so I'd be interested in reading what happens next.
Writing: Oldham uses great vocabulary and descriptions, but her sentence structure and grammar fall a little flat. I think if she played around a bit more with her words, the novel would have been fantastic, but unfortunately writing style can either make or break a book. The sequence of events flowed nicely and were intriguing enough for me to want to know what happens next, as well as the fate of the two lovers. I would recommend The Falling Of Love to those who enjoy young romance with a little bit of racy scenes mixed in.
May 22, 2014
Grace and Ian are high school seniors who fall for one another. This is a story of an intense first love. Young, deep love. In this day and age of selfishness, it is nice to read a book where the main characters are deeply devoted to one another, regardless of their age. Until, as part of growing up, decisions are made that shift the wants and needs of these characters. The reader knows and feels that their love is still there, under all the weight of their situations, but the suspense of it being enough to keep them together will take the reader on a wild ride.
I think this book is a good depiction of a possible real life situation, where the lovers make mistakes throughout their time being together. They win some and I found myself cheering them on, then the lose some, and I found myself hurting like they were.
The pace is calm and descriptive. It is a not a peek into their lives, but a deep view of their situations, putting the reader in anguish when facing the unknown of what is to happen. Then when you least expect it – Wham! You are in a roller-coaster ride and the situations become more and more intense, until decisions are made that make the inevitable occur sooner rather than later, but for the better and not the worst.
This is a cliffhanger of sorts, because when you think matters are resolved, the plot thickens again. We will have to read the next book to find out where this brilliant writer is taking these wonderful characters. I strongly recommend this book, albeit is a bit slower pace in the beginning, once things start happening, you will be 200% vested into this story. Don’t wait to get it, because these characters will stay with you for a while.
***I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for my fair and honest review.***
I think this book is a good depiction of a possible real life situation, where the lovers make mistakes throughout their time being together. They win some and I found myself cheering them on, then the lose some, and I found myself hurting like they were.
The pace is calm and descriptive. It is a not a peek into their lives, but a deep view of their situations, putting the reader in anguish when facing the unknown of what is to happen. Then when you least expect it – Wham! You are in a roller-coaster ride and the situations become more and more intense, until decisions are made that make the inevitable occur sooner rather than later, but for the better and not the worst.
This is a cliffhanger of sorts, because when you think matters are resolved, the plot thickens again. We will have to read the next book to find out where this brilliant writer is taking these wonderful characters. I strongly recommend this book, albeit is a bit slower pace in the beginning, once things start happening, you will be 200% vested into this story. Don’t wait to get it, because these characters will stay with you for a while.
***I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for my fair and honest review.***
October 29, 2014
Reviewer for SN BookReviews - 4 Stars
Grace, the quintessential "good girl", and Ian, the "bad boy" with a lot of home troubles, meet when Ian's father gets a new job in Oregon, and Ian walks into her classroom. To Grace, Ian looks like a rock star. She can't believe that he is interested in her. Ian just can't believe Grace period. He has never met anybody as sweet and innocent as she is. He has plans of getting out of town as soon as he turns 18. His best friend, Jaden, now lives in LA. He has a band and plays clubs. Jaden tells Ian to come to LA, he will fit right in. Grace has no plans of leaving her family at all. Despite this, the two fall deeply in love. Between Ian's father and Grace's brother, they do not have an easy time of it. As events unfold, our two young lovers head for LA. Mired in the rock scene, Ian quickly becomes a victim of it. Although Grace tries her best to forgive him, she eventually does what is best for her. This is a well-written novel that will play on your emotions, the whole spectrum of them, as we follow the couple's journey from innocent young love to just trying to survive in the every day world as they grow. This is well-portrayed with a gritty realism that makes for an intriguing read. The secondary characters, including Grace's sister and Ian's friend, Jaden, were extremely well done. The ending was great and leads us into what's going to happen next. I can't wait to find out.
Grace, the quintessential "good girl", and Ian, the "bad boy" with a lot of home troubles, meet when Ian's father gets a new job in Oregon, and Ian walks into her classroom. To Grace, Ian looks like a rock star. She can't believe that he is interested in her. Ian just can't believe Grace period. He has never met anybody as sweet and innocent as she is. He has plans of getting out of town as soon as he turns 18. His best friend, Jaden, now lives in LA. He has a band and plays clubs. Jaden tells Ian to come to LA, he will fit right in. Grace has no plans of leaving her family at all. Despite this, the two fall deeply in love. Between Ian's father and Grace's brother, they do not have an easy time of it. As events unfold, our two young lovers head for LA. Mired in the rock scene, Ian quickly becomes a victim of it. Although Grace tries her best to forgive him, she eventually does what is best for her. This is a well-written novel that will play on your emotions, the whole spectrum of them, as we follow the couple's journey from innocent young love to just trying to survive in the every day world as they grow. This is well-portrayed with a gritty realism that makes for an intriguing read. The secondary characters, including Grace's sister and Ian's friend, Jaden, were extremely well done. The ending was great and leads us into what's going to happen next. I can't wait to find out.
June 8, 2014
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The Falling of Love is the story of Ian and Grace. They fall in love when they are young teenagers and you see the ups and downs they encounter. I loved how the author wrote a believable love story, one that was real and with raw emotions. The characters grew, which I liked seeing because that doesn't happen a lot. The story dealt with some dark subjects but the author did a great job describing them and the characters' emotions. I found myself being happy, angry, sad - a whole whirlwind of emotions.
When I first started reading the book, the present tense/third person was a little hard to get used to, however, because of the amazing plot and the characters, it was easy to fall into a rhythm. It's a unique way of writing and I highly commend the author for being so brave at trying an unorthodox style. There were a couple of scenes that I wish the author explained through dialogue and not summarized.
Overall, I give this book 4.5 stars. It was a beautiful, authentic portrayal of a young couple when dealt with certain situations. It left me rooting for them and wanting to read more! I can't wait until the next book in the series!
The Falling of Love is the story of Ian and Grace. They fall in love when they are young teenagers and you see the ups and downs they encounter. I loved how the author wrote a believable love story, one that was real and with raw emotions. The characters grew, which I liked seeing because that doesn't happen a lot. The story dealt with some dark subjects but the author did a great job describing them and the characters' emotions. I found myself being happy, angry, sad - a whole whirlwind of emotions.
When I first started reading the book, the present tense/third person was a little hard to get used to, however, because of the amazing plot and the characters, it was easy to fall into a rhythm. It's a unique way of writing and I highly commend the author for being so brave at trying an unorthodox style. There were a couple of scenes that I wish the author explained through dialogue and not summarized.
Overall, I give this book 4.5 stars. It was a beautiful, authentic portrayal of a young couple when dealt with certain situations. It left me rooting for them and wanting to read more! I can't wait until the next book in the series!
August 29, 2013
I love a good, sweet book and this one doesn’t disappoint. I have to admit it wasn’t quite what I expected. It follows Grace and Ian, starting from high school until three years after graduation, and it has a gritty realism to it. The emotion is well done and the characters are well painted, including some really great secondary characters. The beginning honestly reminded me of when I was a teenager, and falling in love for the first time. I liked Grace and Ian was a really great hero. He’s very beta and you know, I love me a beta hero. Neither one is perfect; both have their flaws and this is where the grittiness comes in. There’s a realism to this one I don’t read a lot. It’s refreshing.
Being the author’s first book, the story isn’t without its problems, but it’s an emotional roller coaster that’s well worth your time. Grace and Ian’s story takes you for a ride that will have you on the edge of your seat and leave you breathless. Great first book. The ending ends on a hook, so be prepared to want the second one. ;)
**Disclaimer** I received this book in exchange for an honest review. A positive review wasn’t promised.
Being the author’s first book, the story isn’t without its problems, but it’s an emotional roller coaster that’s well worth your time. Grace and Ian’s story takes you for a ride that will have you on the edge of your seat and leave you breathless. Great first book. The ending ends on a hook, so be prepared to want the second one. ;)
**Disclaimer** I received this book in exchange for an honest review. A positive review wasn’t promised.
May 11, 2014
Emotionally spent!
That's how I would describe myself after reading this book.
This is a well-written book that is for the mature audience with a young adult flair. It is written with details and descriptions that only add to the reality. "The Falling of Love" is about the characters of Grace, a typical teenage girl, and Ian, the poor, broken kid from the wrong side of the tracks. They meet, fall in love, and begin the beautiful path of young love. Grace's family takes Ian in and they are happy until something happens to change the course of their lives and future. Moving to L.A. only increases the problems and turmoil this young couple faces. You follow them through their young adult lives and see the course that their path takes them on.
There is intimacy, friendship, love, turmoil, heartbreak, and deceit all wrapped in one fine package. I couldn't put it down. The reality of the story was intense and the emotions that it stirred were immense. Looking forward to more from this author!
That's how I would describe myself after reading this book.
This is a well-written book that is for the mature audience with a young adult flair. It is written with details and descriptions that only add to the reality. "The Falling of Love" is about the characters of Grace, a typical teenage girl, and Ian, the poor, broken kid from the wrong side of the tracks. They meet, fall in love, and begin the beautiful path of young love. Grace's family takes Ian in and they are happy until something happens to change the course of their lives and future. Moving to L.A. only increases the problems and turmoil this young couple faces. You follow them through their young adult lives and see the course that their path takes them on.
There is intimacy, friendship, love, turmoil, heartbreak, and deceit all wrapped in one fine package. I couldn't put it down. The reality of the story was intense and the emotions that it stirred were immense. Looking forward to more from this author!
June 5, 2014
I had a lot of thoughts about this book. The POV in present tense third person was strange for me. It took me about a dozen or so pages to get beyond that and to truly begin to enjoy the story. It remained a distraction, but my interest in the plot overruled that quickly enough. I became lost to the plot and continued to turn the pages until I practically read this one non-stop.
It's a sweet story, following the high school life of Grace as she stumbles her way through maturity and first love. I had a lot of trouble relating to her at first until I realized this is a teenage girl and thought back to how awkward and difficult those days were.
Man, oh man, how to describe the sex without providing a spoiler? For this to be this author's first novel, I'm impressed! It was good and detailed without becoming vulgar, which is exactly what I want when I read a novel of this variety. I want to feel the romance, not like I'm reading verbal porn. I enjoyed it greatly, but the one I enjoyed most was near the end of the novel :)
It's a sweet story, following the high school life of Grace as she stumbles her way through maturity and first love. I had a lot of trouble relating to her at first until I realized this is a teenage girl and thought back to how awkward and difficult those days were.
Man, oh man, how to describe the sex without providing a spoiler? For this to be this author's first novel, I'm impressed! It was good and detailed without becoming vulgar, which is exactly what I want when I read a novel of this variety. I want to feel the romance, not like I'm reading verbal porn. I enjoyed it greatly, but the one I enjoyed most was near the end of the novel :)
June 19, 2014
I loved this book. As an adult it actually brought me back to what it felt like to be young and in love, and how easily that love can be lost. Grace is such a beautiful main character, endowed with a loving and forgiving charm about her. Then you have Ian, the boy who reminds us of our first love. He’s a little off-center, a little bad boy, and very much self-destructive. Their relationship is running full-steam ahead, until they hit some rough patches and have to move to a new town. In the hustle and bustle of Ian’s new found fame, he slips up. Grace, feeling hurt and betrayed… slips up too.
Where does this leave them? Splitting ways, and following different paths, they decide to take time apart. Years later, the book ends on a fairytale reunion having you guessing if they will find the fire inside once again.
I am a sucker for teenage love stories, and this one was no exception. I cannot wait to read the next book to find out if these two fix their injured past and end up together. It was a real page turner with an amazing cliffhanger ending.
Where does this leave them? Splitting ways, and following different paths, they decide to take time apart. Years later, the book ends on a fairytale reunion having you guessing if they will find the fire inside once again.
I am a sucker for teenage love stories, and this one was no exception. I cannot wait to read the next book to find out if these two fix their injured past and end up together. It was a real page turner with an amazing cliffhanger ending.
May 25, 2014
Grace is only a teenager when she meets Ian, the new kid at school who doesn't fit in with other students. They fall for one another, move to L.A. and then the reality of settling down at such a young age sinks in. The course of true love never runs smoothly and pretty soon Grace and Ian hit a bump in the road.
I liked that the novel spanned years, taking Grace through her high school years and beyond as she moved to Paris and exerted her independence. The fact that this love story wasn't your typical romance was also interesting. Grace endures a rough time because of Ian's atrocious behaviour. The men in her life let her down quite a bit, so much so I found it hard to forgive any of them, even when Grace did.
My favourite character was her sister, Michelle. She's full of life and wit and doesn't suffer fools gladly. I'm looking forward to reading the next chapter in Grace's life.
The cover is simply gorgeous.
I liked that the novel spanned years, taking Grace through her high school years and beyond as she moved to Paris and exerted her independence. The fact that this love story wasn't your typical romance was also interesting. Grace endures a rough time because of Ian's atrocious behaviour. The men in her life let her down quite a bit, so much so I found it hard to forgive any of them, even when Grace did.
My favourite character was her sister, Michelle. She's full of life and wit and doesn't suffer fools gladly. I'm looking forward to reading the next chapter in Grace's life.
The cover is simply gorgeous.
July 1, 2014
*** This book was provided for an honest review ***
I have to start out by saying that NA Romance is not something I typically read, but I have to say that Marisa blew me away with her writing and story in The Falling of Love. Too many reviewers will tell you that they experienced a wide range of emotions when reading a book, but this one will require a Kleenex box and someone to hold on to once you are done.
The story starts with teen love and matures into so much more. It will pull at your heart strings, drive up your blood pressure and drop you from a million miles high as you devour the pages absorbing every word. It’s a must read in every sense for every age!
I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to experience real love for the joys, hardships and pain. This is an emotional whirlwind that you will be happy that you were caught up in. Well done, Marisa! I’ll be looking forward to your books in the future!
I have to start out by saying that NA Romance is not something I typically read, but I have to say that Marisa blew me away with her writing and story in The Falling of Love. Too many reviewers will tell you that they experienced a wide range of emotions when reading a book, but this one will require a Kleenex box and someone to hold on to once you are done.
The story starts with teen love and matures into so much more. It will pull at your heart strings, drive up your blood pressure and drop you from a million miles high as you devour the pages absorbing every word. It’s a must read in every sense for every age!
I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to experience real love for the joys, hardships and pain. This is an emotional whirlwind that you will be happy that you were caught up in. Well done, Marisa! I’ll be looking forward to your books in the future!
September 6, 2016
As the young love between Ian and Grace blossoms, it’s hard not to feel young again.
It's young love running its course; that emergent feeling of first love and desire.
But when the couple are thrust out into the real world, how will they exist?
Grandpa Joe is a delightful character, introduced into the story to bring some normalcy for the young Grace. He’s appreciative of her caring, which never falters, even when she goes back to college to complete her art studies.
Grace’s strength of character comes to the fore when faced with life’s demands and choices. But hard decisions need to be made. This part almost broke my heart. Grace is too young to be an adult, yet too old to be a girl. And only in losing her old life can she embrace the new.
This is a beautiful story, tenderly written, and told with empathy and poignancy.
It's young love running its course; that emergent feeling of first love and desire.
But when the couple are thrust out into the real world, how will they exist?
Grandpa Joe is a delightful character, introduced into the story to bring some normalcy for the young Grace. He’s appreciative of her caring, which never falters, even when she goes back to college to complete her art studies.
Grace’s strength of character comes to the fore when faced with life’s demands and choices. But hard decisions need to be made. This part almost broke my heart. Grace is too young to be an adult, yet too old to be a girl. And only in losing her old life can she embrace the new.
This is a beautiful story, tenderly written, and told with empathy and poignancy.
May 15, 2014
The falling of love by Marisa Oldham is a compelling coming-of-age story that captivated my thoughts and brought me back to another time in my life. It's a story of a girl that moved me. Realistic, relatable and intriguing. Easy to get absorbed into this unpredictable storyline. I fell in love with the three dimensional characters and I read with great vigor wanting to know where this would all lead. The story came alive on the pages as the writing was crisp and clear. This was a great great book. One that I enjoyed all the way through to the end. This emotional story kept me glued to the pages!
"Grace is taken aback by Ian's question. He makes her feel as if she is on a roller coaster. One moment she can tell that he likes her and the next she does not know if her feelings are valid."
"Grace is taken aback by Ian's question. He makes her feel as if she is on a roller coaster. One moment she can tell that he likes her and the next she does not know if her feelings are valid."
August 11, 2016
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Oh my god this is well was wow. In the beginning there was only two of them Ian and Grace. Nothing else mattered just their love. Marisa Oldham totally rocked in this book and pulled me in right away. In my head I’m thinking Twilight in high school but then wham she makes Ian all moody, gorgeous, heart throb rock star and then I’m like oh man this is so Jared Leto. This is not your typical romance for it also has so many emotions from romance, betrayal, hatred to even a family squabble. This is just Part 1 which I hated because I wanted more from Grace and Ian. Marisa Oldham is definitely an author you cannot pass up and a series that will make you want more.
Oh my god this is well was wow. In the beginning there was only two of them Ian and Grace. Nothing else mattered just their love. Marisa Oldham totally rocked in this book and pulled me in right away. In my head I’m thinking Twilight in high school but then wham she makes Ian all moody, gorgeous, heart throb rock star and then I’m like oh man this is so Jared Leto. This is not your typical romance for it also has so many emotions from romance, betrayal, hatred to even a family squabble. This is just Part 1 which I hated because I wanted more from Grace and Ian. Marisa Oldham is definitely an author you cannot pass up and a series that will make you want more.
March 30, 2016
The Falling of Love is the first book in this series.
*Copy received from author in exchange for an honest review*
The two main characters are, Grace and Ian. Both are in high school, in the same grade. Ian is a bad boy, whose into music and has a rock band from where he use to live. He is in love with Grace, who has been taking care of her brother and younger sister since their parents died. Grace has always been a good girl, she goes to school, is on the cheerleading team, gets good grades. Ian doesn't drag her down the bad path. But, from difficult circumstances she is forced to go with him out to LA.
In LA is where everything goes down hill. Grace continues to go to high school and graduate. Ian keeps taking a downward spiral.
*Copy received from author in exchange for an honest review*
The two main characters are, Grace and Ian. Both are in high school, in the same grade. Ian is a bad boy, whose into music and has a rock band from where he use to live. He is in love with Grace, who has been taking care of her brother and younger sister since their parents died. Grace has always been a good girl, she goes to school, is on the cheerleading team, gets good grades. Ian doesn't drag her down the bad path. But, from difficult circumstances she is forced to go with him out to LA.
In LA is where everything goes down hill. Grace continues to go to high school and graduate. Ian keeps taking a downward spiral.
June 19, 2014
The Falling of Love was a wonderful story of first love. When new student Ian comes to town Grace wants to be his everything. Ian a red-headed music crooner had a troubled youth and didn't get along with his parents too well. Grace and her sister Melissa both lived with and was being raised by their brother James. Both and Grace and Ian both had their ups and downs just like many new loves do. They stayed together for a few years and along with that came turmoil and tragedy. Like most first loves you never ever forget that person or the way they made you feel. Although Ian keeps in trouble and is slowly losing his battle I am still Team Ian. Excited to read the next book of this series.
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