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It's Definitely Not Aliens #2

Starfalling : A scifi romcom

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Expected 12 Feb 26
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He fell from the stars.

Now she’s falling for him.

Raven did not sign up for this saving-the-world crap.

But after unlocking a galactic map, surviving an attack from the deadly robotic Enil, and kissing her alien coworker, she’s officially on the run—with the fate of planets possibly lodged in her brain.

Now the Enil are hunting her. So is the government. And, because the universe has a sense of humor, Raven’s stuck in close quarters with the undercover alien who’s determined to keep things strictly professional.

Which would be fine…except, as Raven and Sky race to stay ahead of their enemies and track down his elusive partner, Bast, the unresolved tension between them crackles hotter than Sky’s spark powers.

She’s not sure what’s more evil robots from outer space, the star map and what it’s doing to her, or the way she keeps falling into Sky’s orbit.

The bad news? It’s definitely aliens.

The worse news? She’s falling for one of them.

The mission continues in the tension-packed second book of the It’s Definitely Not Aliens trilogy. Expect more banter, more aliens, more danger, and finally, some open-door spice. Perfect for fans of The X-Files, Roswell, and sci-fi romance with a little extraterrestrial angst,Starfalling takes readers on a road trip full of intergalactic action, emotion, and DeYesso’s signature slow-burn heat…this time with explosive payoff.

330 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication February 12, 2026

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Elle DeYesso

3 books30 followers
Elle DeYesso writes slow burn sci-fi and fantasy romance and has a soft spot for sarcasm, found families, and complicated characters who banter their way through problems.

Her stories blend romance, action, and out-of-this-world adventure.

An avid lover of all things sci-fi and fantasy, Elle lives in the Midwest with her family and is powered by iced coffee and binge-reading. When her nose isn’t buried in a book, she enjoys video games, cooking, hiking, and convincing herself she can keep a house plant alive..

You can find her on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, and she absolutely wants to hear from readers.

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35 reviews3 followers
Review of advance copy
January 24, 2026
Starfalling is the second book in the It's Definitely Not Aliens series. From the first page to the very last, this is an action-packed narrative that provides a nerve-wracking, adrenaline-spiking, heart-tugging plot. From the road trip, to meeting up with Bast, to revelations, to roadside battles, this story keeps on giving. Rae continues to internally monologue her way through her epic fails, anxieties and very real human emotions; she is one of the most relatable FMCs I have read in a long time. Sky continues to prove that protective doesn't need to mean he is an alpha-hole; his calm, controlled, logical approach and exceptional emotional intelligence makes me fall in love with him even more. The slow burn is excrutiatingly, tantalisingly dragged out and I could feel Rae's frustrations as on more than one occasion her fantasies were nearly realised. When the spice finally landed? Oh my, it was the most vanilla-spiced, opendoor, sexy-consent-given scene. This wasn't intimacy for the sake of it; this was intimacy to develop connections, progress relationships, complicate the complex, explore emotions and desires. The complications caused by Rae's desire to contact her family, and the repercussions of her actions raised the stakes, immersing me fully in the emotions felt by all the characters. I was so immersed in this story I couldn't put it down. The ending has again left me with more questions and I am desperate to know what happens in the final instalment of this series.
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47 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 28, 2026
Starfalling picks up right where the first book left off. The story continues with the same familiar elements, danger, action, survival, tough choices and it’s clearly written to keep readers hooked.

The writing style remains consistent with book one, filled with humour that lightens the tension and keeps the tone engaging. There’s also a nice build up of spice, the chemistry between the characters is well established and woven naturally into the story, adding another layer of interest.

I did struggle to maintain my interest at times. The plot felt repetitive, with much of the book revolving around running, fighting, and escaping (things the characters have been doing since the first book). While there’s plenty of dialogue and interaction, by the time I finished, it felt like the story hadn’t really moved forward. No major revelations occur, and the characters remain just as clueless as they were at the end of book one, which makes the overall progression feel stagnant.

Overall, Starfalling is an entertaining and easy read with strong humour and chemistry. It’s a treat for readers who enjoy sci-fi adventures and are invested in the series.
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213 reviews28 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 25, 2026
.. and I didn't think my love for this series could get any more intense! I am absolutely obsessed. 👽🛸

This book starts off pretty much right where the first one left off. The drama and intensity are immediately there, as Rae's situation is pretty dire. We instantly get some more outstanding, cinematic action pieces with the (really cool!) antagonists of the series- there's running, there's fighting, there's explosions- and we're off from there! The story kicks off in high gear, and right from the first chapter, I couldn't put it down. (Staying up till 3am reading really messed up my sleep schedule.. but hey! A reader's gotta do what a reader's gotta do..)

This one feels more dramatic than the first, because some shit is truly hitting the fan- as usually happens in any good sequel. The stakes are higher- both physically and emotionally. But the novel retains it's sense of humor from Rae's amazingly witty and charming inner dialogue. Some moments are laugh-out-loud funny, and some moments actually make you wail - no, I mean this literally - I actually said "NOOO" out loud while reading. There are serious scenes that really hit you in the feels.

Rae continues to be an excellent main character. She's funny and real. Rae's struggles are very realistic in this novel.. she's had a LOT thrown at her in a very little amount of time and handles it as any human would. She's stressed, she's worried, she's scared - and to top it all off, she's falling in love, which is terrifying! Her struggles are refreshing. No Mary-Sue characters here. Her character develops well throughout the novel.

Speaking of developing! Oh man we get so much development from Sky in this one! Sky.. Oh Sky, the love of my life. He is amazing. You really get to know the quiet bartender from another planet in these pages. Sky and Rae's relationship develops really well, too. (There are a couple of spiiicccy scenes- so prepare yourself. 🔥🥵) I really appreciate the lack of insta-love in here. The relationship between the two of them takes it's time with a slow burn, which I very much prefer in romantic storylines. That said, as mentioned previously, they do absolutely get to spend some.. alone time together (finally!) in this one. Those spicy scenes were really well written, too, I must say. The spice in this novel is more emotionally-invested than I've usually read and it's really nice, actually. Sky is 100% a top five book boyfriend for me.

We also meet a new character- Bast. I have a sneaky suspicion that he will end up being a favorite of many. He's snarky. He's tough. He's sexy. He's got a motorcycle.. and a spaceship. I was immediately into him (NO love triangle though- Thank Goodness.) I can't wait to get more of him in the third novel.

One thing I was especially happy about.. the science fiction elements in this story get more scifi-y in this one, which is awesome. We see more alien tech and we see more of how it's affecting Rae. We hear more about other planets! (Did I mention there's a spaceship? Maybe more than one?)
We see more of the Enil, which honestly have to be one of the most exceptionally original antagonists I've ever read about. They're so creepy.. and cool. Any action scenes between them and our MCs are just written SO well though, very vivid. I see this whole novel playing out in my head like a movie. You can't help it with the skillful way the author writes.

If you can't tell by this rave review- this is 1000% a 5/5 novel for me. It's fast-paced. It's absolutely hilarious (be sure to read the chapter title headings- they're a riot). It's romantic and heartfelt. The characters are so REAL, and it's written so freaking well - Elle is a true wordsmith. I loved it even more than the first. I was a Beta/ARC reader for this as well as the first and I'm already on Elle's butt to give me the third novel already (plllleeeaaaassse 😩) because I genuinely cannot wait to get my hands on more of this story and see how it wraps up!
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33 reviews9 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 28, 2026
Starfalling is a out of this world masterpiece. You know it’s going to be good when it literally starts off with “I was about to get naked with an alien.” To start things off our fabulous alien book boyfriend and Rae defeat some Enil and steal a car. Had me hooked from page one. We all get our answers as to what happened in Roswell so many years ago.
Their epic roadtrip has all we would want banter, fighting aliens, spicy scenes, and not one but two alien hotties. Sky is still our favorite protective mmc yet much to my liking isn’t an overbearing jerk about it. He caring and torn between his home and his girl. Rae is still our favorite overthinking, loving, smart FMC. She has some great one liners in this one and you can feel her emotions come alive more as you turn the pages. She goes through a lot of issues due to the map and other alien tech issues. That first meeting with Bast epic and had me yelling at him to come back later(if you know you know). His nicknames and banter are sarcastic and endearing at the same time. He may just earn himself book boyfriend status. The spice is spicy and very welcomed. Some absolutely delicious fight scenes, yearning, spice, banter, aliens, tech, destruction and all around extraordinary story that takes you on a ride you’ll never forget. Elle(author) out did herself with this one. The writing is beautiful and the words flow perfectly. Do yourself a favor and take a roadtrip with our favorite alien!
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25 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 26, 2026
Early access to the cosmos! ✨ I received a free ARC of Starfalling and I’m reviewing it because I simply can't gatekeep this magic. Thoughts are my own.

Another book from Elle that I just could not put down. The series just keeps getting better. As with the last book, the attention to detail in every description make it effortless to imagine these characters and situations. It really adds to the intensity of certain scenes and gets your heart racing! There was so much action in this book and it really made it to where I could not put it down.

I love the developments of Sky and Raven's relationship. The communication, the looks. Not to mention that Sky is a consent king. We love to see it. The ever present "we shouldn't but I can't help myself" really keeps the tension going and I can't wait to see where it goes in the next book. Also, please can we have more alien body Sky? Pleaaaseee.

Oh, and also more Bast. I need a whole book about him and maybe Amelia? 😘

Begging aside, the writing was amazing as always along with the pacing which keeps the urgency going when reading an action packed book. The spice was very well written and really added depth to their relationship along with more of those darn complications Sky keeps bringing up.
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8 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 22, 2026
ARC Review - I received a copy of this book in advance in exchange for my honest review.

I’m utterly speechless. Elle has yet again knocked it out of the park for me. I have been turning over in my head the different ways to write this review. And I feel like it’s difficult to do so without spoiling too much, but I’ll do my best.

This second book was so much more than I anticipated. It’s emotionally deeper, there’s more tension, and even higher stakes than before.

I knew there was going to be more intimacy between Rae and Sky, but for them to get to that point… there was so so much! And everything after? Ugh. So many emotions. Mistakes were made. So messy… So HUMAN.

Don’t even get me started on Bast. He’s so much fun. I absolutely love his dynamic with the two of them. Prepare yourself for some good laughs.

I cannot get over one of the last scenes (which was so beautifully written) and I absolutely cannot wait to read more and find out what happens next.

I’m so invested in this story and on fully on board for book 3.

Do yourself a huge favor and read this series. Please.
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23 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 28, 2026
Starfalling by Elle Deyesso absolutely launched me into orbit and then refused to let me land. This is the kind of sci-fi romance that starts soft and sparkly and slowly tightens its grip until suddenly the fate of entire worlds is on the line.

We get a human FMC who absolutely did not sign up to be the chosen one, a fiercely protective alien MMC who is all instinct and loyalty, and a slow-burn romance that simmers before cracking the door open to just the right amount of spice 🌌🔥 Forced proximity with a road trip adventure is always a yes for me, and the rising stakes made every chapter feel bigger than the last.

What really sold this for me was the balance. Romance, action, emotional beats, and cosmic danger all woven together without one overpowering the other. By the end, I was fully invested, slightly stressed, and already needing the next book (in the works)

If you love protective MMCs, accidental destiny, and romance written among the stars, this one is an easy five-star read 💫
83 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 24, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶

👽Broody men (boys?)(aliens?)
♥️Twice the spice as book 1
💥Twice the action as book 1

This book starts up right where the first one left off so be sure to read in order.

This was so much more than book 1 for me. The slow burn was definitely not as slow as book 1. There is more tension and more desire and more spice. There is more action. Mistakes were made.

"WELL, WELL, WELL. IF IT ISN’T THE CONSEQUENCES OF MY ACTIONS"

Now we must suffer those consequences, get out of this mess, and maybe even.. get home?

“The very same one who sent sixty unanswered text messages? She sounds real stable, Biscuit.”

Bast is hilarious. He reminds me of my brother. Calling me everything in the book except my name. 😅 That is how you know you've been accepted.

I'm so invested in this series that I NEED book 3. Like yesterday. 😁

Thank you to the author and publisher for the ARC of this book. All thoughts and feelings are my own.
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13 reviews2 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 28, 2026
I had such a great time with Starfalling. It takes everything I enjoyed from Stardusted and throws me straight into even bigger chaos. Raven is suddenly dealing with galactic maps in her head, killer robotic Enil hunting her, and the government closing in — and I felt myself getting pulled right into the tension with her.
What I loved most was how the story keeps the stakes high while still digging into the messy, complicated dynamic between Raven and Sky. Being stuck in close quarters with an undercover alien who keeps trying (and failing) to stay professional? I was hooked the whole way through. Their interactions have so much sharp, electric tension that I couldn’t stop reading.
The action, banter, danger, and expanding alien world all worked so well for me. It felt like a fast, fun road‑trip adventure through intergalactic chaos, and I’m already excited for the next book.
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72 reviews25 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 24, 2026
First of all, thank you Elle and RTS for having me on Elle’s street team and for the arc of book 2! It’s been an incredible ride so far. Who would have thought I’d also fallen in love with a hot undercover alien bartender?! Certainly not me. I loved him even more in book 2, if that’s even possible. The slow burn and tension were SO perfect leading up to the spice (which was vvvv well written, might I add). I also loved the addition of a certain new alien friend, and I have some theories about him for book 3! He was such a funny character to add in a totally serious, life-threatening situation. I absolutely love Elle’s writing and am already so eager for her next book!!
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19 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 26, 2026
***ARC REVIEW***
Book 2 jumped right back into Sky & Rae's adventure that may or may not include additional out of this world characters. This book, just like the first, was so incredibly hard to put down. Every single page contained what felt like another OMG...or more honestly OMFG moments! The action definitely was more intense. Crazy evil aliens oh and now a government agency too?! Oh and the spice...definitely DEFINITELY some of that. Some sparks are flying in a good way this time oh and some sparkling skin too. (Not just in the sunlight either 😜). Elle gets us again with the ending and has me counting down the days until the next book!!
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152 reviews7 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 29, 2026
Elle DeYesso has done it again!!!
I am obsessed with this series. I had a blast reading all of Rae's dry-ironic thoughts throughout the story. Her inner dialogue is so freaking funny. I choked on my coffee at one point. The spice definitely picks up in this one, but Elle still gives us some slow burn to enjoy. I love how naturally the spice progresses as Rae and Sky become closer. There is enough tension and action to keep you reading. I love Bast (though Sky still has my heart) and I'm really hoping him and Amelia gets together in the 3rd one. She would rock his world and bring him down a peg or two. Banter? Snark? Danger? Two hot aliens? What else could you want?
My only complaint is that I can't immediately start the 3rd one.
Thank you so much for letting me read this ARC!!!
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82 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 27, 2026
I was privileged to ARC read both books in the series...thank you Elle!
Ok so...Book 2 of the series...OMG OMG OMG I am seriously obsessed.
This book continues where book 1 left off...can I just say that this book majorly turns up the heat between Rae and Sky.
It brings spice, drama, excitement as well as another hot alien in the form of Bast, Sky's alpha hole partner.
More chases, more alien tech, nicknames, sarcasm and did I mention heat???
I highly recommend grabbing Book 1 then move on to book 2.
Me??? I can't wait to see where book 3 leads us.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶🌶🌶.5 (alien spice 🤭)
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167 reviews3 followers
January 30, 2026
3.5 ⭐️ Raven and Sky are on the run, hiding from the Enil and License 16. While stealing cars and clothes; trouble keeps finding them. When they meet up with the elusive partner Bast. Everything hits the fan. Who are these Undercover Aliens. And what does Roswell have to do with it?
🫶🏻 Love the “Are we there yet?” part and the chapter titles! 👏🏻 The story continues with the final book of the trilogy coming later this year. 🛸👽
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56 reviews3 followers
January 29, 2026
I am so hooked on these books! The writing style is so fun and the humor keeps me giggling. I literally can't wait for book 3 to find out what happens when they get back to Old Willow and have what feels like a final showdown with it all coming to a head.
Also, OMG the fact that Sky & Rae FINALLY GET TOGETHER 😍😍😍 Ahhhh!!!
I predict now that Amelia & Bast will have a thing for each other (reluctantly) but am curious to see what happens when the time comes for the aliens to skedaddle.
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83 reviews8 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
January 26, 2026
an absolutely perfect sequel. full of tension, yearning, grief, and action. everything in this has been elevated from the first book and it was just so excellent. laugh out loud funny, sniffling teary moments, and scenes that made me kick my feet !!
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