USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Natasha Madison turns up the heat when a night of passion brings together a man who was never looking for love and a woman who thinks she doesn’t deserve it.
Theo Williams loved and lost once and isn’t interested in doing it again. He has his family and friends, and plenty of women passing through his new hometown who are happy with a no-strings-attached night of passion. Working as a partner at his cousin’s construction company, he’s perfectly content with his life—until he meets Collins Henderson, the one-night stand who will change his world forever.
Collins grew up on the wrong side of her small hometown. Thanks to her parents’ shady schemes, every local knows a Henderson cannot be trusted. She works hard as a paramedic, putting in every extra hour she can to save for a better life. But every time she starts to get ahead, her parents show up to pull her back down. Having one night of passion with a man she doesn’t know is not something she’d normally do, but there was just something about him … And two months later, she finds herself unexpectedly pregnant.
When she runs into the mysterious stranger again, she has to tell him, not because she needs or wants anything from him, just so he knows. But now he’s showing up at her house, cooking her meals, stocking her refrigerator, and doing everything he can for her. Collins has always taken care of herself. She wasn’t looking for a relationship, but she can’t deny the chemistry between them.
She knows it’s only a matter of time before he learns who she is and changes his mind. She can’t let herself fall for this guy, but every day he’s getting harder to resist …
When Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling Author's nose isn't buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she's in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It's a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn't listen to her...
We are back in Montgavin! I wanted to scream. And it’s Theo’s book!
Surprise pregnancy. Done so well. Theo was pure amazing golden retriever dad to be energy. The way he was with Collins. Melt into puddle. Construction work : blue collar man is top notch.
Collins She’s an emt. Love the job. The town pariah thanks to her awesome parents. Internal battles/struggles with that
Little bit of mystery/suspense vibes.
I loved these two together. Again, Theo was all green flags.
3.5 stars, because while this book gave absolutely zero flaws to the MMC and left several aspects unanswered, I enjoyed my read and finished it in one day.
I think it’s definitely over said by people who don’t enjoy romance books that the genre sets unrealistic expectations and cans sometimes lean on absolute fantasy, and this is exactly the sort of book that fits that. In general I think the majority of romance reads have sufficient conflict and characters flaws to make them believable. This story does not.
There were so many random things that I was left questioning (why was the character who was shot…shot? In the very beginning? Did I miss something? And then it becomes like a running joke oh so and so was shot. Please.) and so much of the MMC being insanely perfect that I just could not rate this book any higher. It needs SOME believability. But as I mentioned, I read it very quickly and was invested in what was going on. I just spent a lot of time shaking my head lol
thank you Natasha Madison for the ARC & ALC, all opinions are my own.
(after not reading the blurb 😅) I was pleasantly surprised to find out this was accidental pregnancy! I know this is a hit or miss trope for many, but it’s a fav of mine 🥰
“I want to do this. I’m going to be a part of our child’s life, that’s nonnegotiable.” I swallow the lump down. “Part of your life too. That we can negotiate, but I’m really f*cking hoping you’ll have me.”
THEO my GOODNESS what an adorable green flag of a man 💚 the way he’s so quickly all in, both in becoming a father & wanting to be with Collins stole my heart 🥹 he literally sets his alarm in the middle of the night to be on her schedule & see her 😭
Collins - I truly felt so much for her, her parents absolutely SUCK and I despise them. While many in town were pretty good to her, they could have done a better job of showing it. It absolutely broke my heart that Theo was the first person to ever try to take care of her 💔
what Natasha Madison is best at is making you want to drop everything and read her entire backlist 🤣 her characters & stories all weave together (but can definitely be read as standalone!), so you get to revisit old favourites or find yourself intrigued to know more. in this case, the stories of the residents of small town Montgavin - I’m currently on book 2 of the Dream series after finishing this 🙃
🎧 dual narrated by Samantha Brentmoor & Teddy Hamilton, this audio was an absolute delight! I adore both their narration styles, and they were the perfect Collins & Theo 😍
✦ tropes & more: 🌸 one night stand 🍼 accidental pregnancy 🐈⬛ black cat x golden retriever 🩺 paramedic/first responder fmc 🛠 mmc in construction 🙃 opposites attract 🌳 small town 💞 dual 1st person pov
🎧 audio + ebook | ⭐️: 4.5 | 🌶️: open door |
📖 Falling for You by Natasha Madison 📚 book 1 • Falling For series 💜: contemporary romance (mf) 🎙 narrated by: Samantha Brentmoor & Teddy Hamilton
I was entertained by this small-town romance from the very first scene.
Following Collins, a hardworking paramedic tired of being judged for her parents' mistakes, and Theo, the charming construction worker who becomes her unexpected anchor after a one-night stand leads to an accidental pregnancy. Seeing Theo transition from a carefree guy to a fiercely protective partner was pure magic; his dedication to caring for Collins, from preparing meals for her long shifts to being her rock, is absolute perfection.
Watching Collins finally shed her guard and realize she is worthy of such unconditional love was deeply moving. Their chemistry is incredibly spicy and balanced by an emotional depth that makes their bond feel unbreakable. Even when outside drama threatens to shake their world, Theo’s refusal to give up on her is the ultimate green flag. It is incredibly satisfying to see Collins thrive once she realizes she is finally safe, loved, and supported.
The ending is a beautiful, heartwarming wrap-up that left me beaming. Seeing their future unfold with their little one was the perfect reward for their journey. It is a cozy, swoony, and deeply romantic read that reminds you of how powerful true partnership can be. I absolutely adored this from start to finish and it is a must-read for anyone who loves a protective hero and a hard-won happily ever after.
It was the perfect escape and left me smiling for hours.
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Huge thank you to Natasha Madison and The Author Agency for the ARC! 😍 All my bookish thoughts are completely my own. ✨
What to Expect: Small Town One Night Stand Accidental Pregnancy First Responder FMC Opposites Attract
We are back in Montgavin for Theo's story and I could not have loved his story more. Theo and Collins spent one night together a couple of months ago and when they run into each other again, Collins has something she has to tell Theo.
Theo might have been a playboy and looking not to get close to anyone, but when Collins tells him that their one night stand turned into a pregnancy, he becomes a walking green flag. I could not get enough of how he want out of his way to take care of Collins. Between his actions and kindness to the acts of service, he was delivering every time and it was utter perfection.
Collins, this woman had my heart aching but also I was so proud of her. She had fought for so long against the small towns assumptions because of her parents. But she kept her head down, she worked hard and she strived to be everything her parents were not. I loved how strong she was and I loved seeing her finally be loved the way she deserved by Theo.
I was fortunate enough to be able to do an immersive read (audio and eyeball) and I could not get enough of how fantastic the audio was. Samantha Brentmoor and Teddy Hamilton were fantastic and were fantastic as Collins and Theo.
Thank you so much to Natasha and The Author Agency for the early e-arc and audio of Falling for You!
I went into Falling For You completely blind, and that was the absolute best decision! As a fan of Natasha Madison, I already knew I loved her writing, but going in without reading the synopsis made the twists so much more fun. This book is filled with everything I enjoy about a small-town romance. The heat was high, and the sparks were flying!
What I loved most though was watching Collins slowly let her guard down. She’s so used to her messy family dragging her reputation down that she constantly expects the other shoe to drop, which makes Theo’s relentless dedication to showing up for her so incredibly swoony. His protective yet sweet energy was ultimate book boyfriend material!
I ended up doing an immersive read with both audio and print and believe me when I say - the audiobook narrated by Samantha Brentmoor and Teddy Hamilton is an absolute must-listen! They brought so much raw emotion and personality to the characters. Samantha perfectly captures Collins’s fierce independence and vulnerability, while Teddy brings total swoon-worthy energy to Theo as he flips the switch from a no-strings bachelor to a fiercely devoted protector who cooks her meals and stocks her fridge. Their chemistry was so good, it made the whole reading experience feel effortlessly engaging.
A surprise pregnancy romance that is sweet, sexy and heartfelt, this is another fun and easy read from Natasha Madison.
This is the first book in the Falling For series and a second-gen story from the Love Story series. Theo is the son of Blake and Natasha from Broken Love Story, and we do get to see them in the book. There is also crossover with Forgotten Dreams (Dream Series, Book 5), as Theo is Caleb’s cousin and best friend, and the events at the end of that book overlap with the beginning of this one. However, this can easily be read as a standalone.
Theo and Collins meet when he helps her fix a flat tyre on the side of the road. Their flirting leads to them spending the night together, and it’s nine weeks later when they see each other again. Though Theo’s previous broken heart has led to him being a strict one-night-stand guy, there’s something about Collins that makes him want to see her again. And when she tells him that she’s pregnant from their night together, he wants nothing more than to be all in.
Collins has been alone her whole life. Her grifter parents have made her a pariah in their small hometown and she’s never been able to make connections with anybody. She doesn’t expect anything from Theo, and doesn’t feel worthy of his attention, but he is undeterred, and what follows is his determination to prove himself and earn Collins’ trust. Neither of them expects anything other than a shared parenting arrangement, but it’s not too long before they are falling into swoony, passionate, soul-deep love.
The love story progresses really nicely with plenty of sweet and swoony moments, and the romance feels like a slow burn as Theo and Collins get to know and trust each other before falling hard. They have some personal challenges to overcome, and there is drama external to the relationship that they need to deal with, but overall this is an easy read with emotion and very little angst.
My heart ached for Collins and all that she went through. She was so strong to persevere, build a career and take care of herself, but God, I wish she stood up for herself earlier. However, her lack of confidence does give Theo the opportunity to step in as her support and protector, and the man is an absolute gem. A total golden retriever hero who goes out of his way to do all he can to take care of Collins in every possible way, and I just loved him.
There’s a fun cast of side characters introduced, and there is definitely more to Theo and Collins’ story. I’m looking forward to reading more from this series.
It didn’t get my heart racing, but it’s definitely a sweet and enjoyable read. 3 stars.
An Advanced Reader Copy was generously provided by the author for an honest review.
Again, I find myself saying SOLID 4.5 Stars round up to 5 because this is not a 4 star read! That’s been happening more and more lately and I like it! :)
Who had #cryfest on their Bingo card for this story? Not me‼️, but here we are … There’s a level of poignancy woven into the narrative of this book that pretty much starts at the beginning and doesn’t stop until the end. I dunno, maybe it’s just me, but I felt every circumstance in this story deeply.
Everything about this story had a feelgood vibe to it and I was here for all of it. I’m going to go as far as saying that there were no small town shenanigans except the requisite pearl clutching here and there and that is actually a huge plus. Natasha could have turned this story into a town vs Collins (female lead) but instead she focused on the real “bad guys”, her parents. The pain and humiliation that Collins has lived with all her life was so gently written that it made me want to reach into the story and throat punch *cough* some people *cough*! The grace in which Collins lived her life is something everyone should aspire to. And Theo‼️💚‼️💚 Green flags everywhere with this man! THE perfect match! I’m not going to detail the story more than I have but suffice it to say, I highly recommend it!
🎧Samantha Brentmoor & Teddy Hamilton are a dream team! I have yet to meet a recording they did not shine in! As a team, they compliment each other so well, that the changes they have to do for the different voices are so seamless, you start to forget you’re listening to a dual production! They are both extremely talented when it comes to pulling emotions from their characters and making sure the listener feels them and is part of the story. The poignancy I mentioned earlier was tenfold in this story because of these two outstanding narrators! 👏👏👏👏
Holy crap. This was SOOOOO good. Absolutely LOVED this book. Anything Natasha writes, im reading it. She's one of my all time favorites. And Theo and Collins are no different. My god these two were everything. Collins has been taught to trust no one, and she even has a hard time trusting herself. Theo is no different, she doesn't trust him AT ALL. However, a little wrench is thrown into her armor, and she has no choice but to open up and lean on Theo.
Theo is truthfully a precious gem and can do no wrong, I love him!! This story is amazing, these characters are so so good, I cant wait to see what happens next in this little town. Collins is one strong woman and we can all take a note from her.
FALLING FOR YOU by Natasha Madison is riveting from page one to the last outstanding word, at first is hard to put down but by page 100 it is impossible from the compulsive structure of the novel, it just grips every neuron of your brain and you will devour every single sentence of every chapter, Natasha Madison's finest small town novel, this has everything I love in romance book, suspense, steamy chemistry, powerful love, compelling prose and intriguing well-researched topics, the book knows how to shatter your heart and bring those pieces in its place, it was a rollercoaster of emotions but a very addicting romance from two flawlessly written characters! . Going back to Montgavin for Theo Williams' story was astonishing because his character was all I dreamed he would be! Theo begins as a guy trying to keep love at a distance, but once Collins informs him about the baby, his personality develops into something I really loved a lot, his initial dedication, patience, and love to Collins resulted in some of the most addicting moments I've ever experienced in a relationship, after Collins opens up about the unexpected pregnancy, Theo is not one to hesitate, and his actions make clear that he is prepared to support her through any challenge. I loved seeing a man who formerly hated love realize that caring for others may be his greatest strength! . Natasha Madison constructed a romance that seemed perfectly organized, with each emotional moment put just where it needed to be! Theo and Collins' relationship develops with such true love that each conversation, touch, and vulnerable moment seems so important! Natasha Madison writes Collins' difficulties with strong poignant emotion, developing unsettling, fearsome, and tremendously compelling situations! Collins' pain is visceral, some scenes were hard to seallow and they made me cry, but she finally accepts that she deserves love and that was so powerful to read about that, my whole body was shivering when she accepts the love from Theo and that was everything for Collins, she spends so much time feeling she has to do everything alone, and seeing Theo stand with her changes everything! Collins' development is stunning because she never loses herself while developing the love she has always deserved! . FALLING FOR YOU is my very favorite kind of novel, hilarious and witty with enormous heart and characters I fell in love with! This is a five-star romance packed with chemistry, comedy, love, and profound emotions! Theo and Collins have the kind of chemistry that makes you smile, sigh, and lose track of time while reading, their banter was entertaining, their romance was interesting, and their love seemed accomplished with every time they shared. Falling for You is one of my favorite Natasha Madison books so far, actually FALLING FOR YOU is the best romance book I've read this Year, I always appreciate a small town book from my favourite Author especially when this felt different as I've read all books from DREAM SERIES and with the new series we are back in Montgavin town and I was extremely emotional so this felt different,it felt very very close to my heart and it didn't dissapoint me, I highly recommend you to grab a copy and devour this masterpiece!!!
I completely fell in love with Falling for You. It was a heartfelt small town romance that captured my attention from the very first page and never let go.
Collins and Theo come from opposite sides of town, with vastly different lives and experiences. Collins is hardworking, fiercely independent, resilient, and incredibly loyal. She's the kind of FMC you can't help but root for because she's been through so much and deserves every bit of happiness that comes her way. Theo, on the other hand, is the ultimate green-flag hero. He's protective, kind, patient, thoughtful, and unwavering in his devotion to the people he loves.
The chemistry between Collins and Theo was undeniable from the moment they met. When a one-night stand unexpectedly leads to a surprise pregnancy, both of their lives are turned upside down. One of my favorite parts of the story was how quickly Theo stepped up. There was never any hesitation, he wanted to be there for Collins and their baby, and he made it his mission to support and care for her. Watching Collins slowly accept that she deserved to be loved and put first was both beautiful and emotional, especially since she'd spent so much of her life believing she had to do everything on her own. Theo and his family welcomed her with open arms, creating such a heartwarming found family dynamic.
This book had everything I love in a small-town romance: heartfelt emotion, lovable characters, plenty of sweet moments, and just the right amount of spice. It's a beautiful story about love, healing, family, and finding the place, and the people, you were always meant to call home.
ⓐⓤⓓⓘⓞ ⓣⓗⓞⓤⓖⓗⓣⓢ Teddy Hamilton and Samantha Brentmoor are one of my favorite narration duos. They bring so much personality and emotion to every character, making the story come alive from start to finish. Their performances had me laughing during the witty banter, swooning through the heartfelt moments, and completely immersed in the chemistry between the characters. They captured every emotion perfectly and gave each character a distinct voice, making this audiobook an absolute joy to listen to.
ARC/ALC Review: 4.5⭐️ Falling for You is book 1 in the Falling For series featuring Theo Williams & Collins Henderson.
Collins discovers a flat tire on her way home from work and while on the side of the road, a truck pulls up with a handsome stranger named Theo who offers to help. Collins is reluctant but eventually agrees, and then he insists on following her home to ensure she makes it safely.
Collins invites him in to wash up and one thing leads to another and they spend the night together. Collins wakes the next day to discover Theo had vanished.
Weeks later, Collins discovers she’s pregnant and is hoping she’ll be able to find Theo again to tell him the news. She doesn’t expect to come face to face with him again while on scene of a medical call for work.
Theo invites her to meet up but is extremely unprepared for the news she has to tell him. The moment he hears Collins is pregnant and carrying his baby, everything changes.
Theo constantly shows up for Collins throughout her pregnancy and is determined to help her through everything. When her scheming parents start causing her issues again, will Theo be able to put an end to it once and for all or will Collins flee before he gets brought down with her?
This story was fantastic and I absolutely loved Theo and Collins together ! I was so happy with how their story played out and can’t wait to see who’s next in this series !
The audio was preformed by Teddy Hamilton & Samantha Brentmoor and they were the perfect selections for Theo & Collins !
Thank you to Natasha and her publisher for the ARC/ALC opportunity!
I wanted to like this book so much more than I did. I love the accidental pregnancy trope and non-billionaire main characters. Overall the book felt rushed and the plot choppy. I understand Sierra and Caleb have their own book but some details around Sierra being shot would have been appreciated. The character of Claire just never went anywhere (I understand she was a red herring but once that was determined, she wasn’t mentioned again).
Collins went from I can’t turn in my parents to dead to me in about 4 pages. Theo went from manwhore to devoted partner in even less. Both left my head spinning and made me question if I was missing a couple chapters.
I was surprised when I reached the epilogue because the last chapter didn’t feel like one, the book just kind of ended abruptly to me.
I’ve read one or two other books by this author and had similar feelings and have decided her writing style just isn’t for me.
collins deserves everything good!!! because jeez her parents suck. Theo is a precious man. literally can do no wrong and collins deserves all the love and support she gets from him. from the moment collins told theo she was pregnant, theo was alllllll in. i love them so much!! can’t wait for the rest of this series
thank you natasha madison & the author agency for the arc 🫶
I just read this one because it's Natasha and I read anything she writes and WE'RE BACK IN MONTGAVIN?! Yessss
I love this town and its inhabitants so much!
And love an unexpected pregnancy trope. Love our couple, blue collar MMC (so sweet) x EMT is a big yes for me. I just devoured it and am so excited for book 2 now!!
DNF at 15%. The writing isn't for me—it feels too abrupt. It's a spin-off so definitely can't be read as a standalone because too many characters are introduced without enough context.
This is the first book in the series, and I absolutely loved it. Every now and then I need a break from all the really angsty, dramatic romances I usually read, and this was exactly what I needed. If you like authors like Corinne Michaels or Becka Mack, then I think you’ll really enjoy this. It has that same feel-good, small-town romance vibe with a genuinely lovely hero, plenty of heart, and enough spice without the relationship being full of drama.
The main characters are Collins, who is a paramedic, and Theo, who owns a construction business. I don’t actually remember if their ages are ever mentioned, but I’d guess they’re both in their mid-twenties.
The story starts when Collins breaks down on the side of the road and Theo stops to help her. They have an instant connection, end up spending the night together, and then go their separate ways after Theo walks out in the morning. They unexpectedly meet again when one of Theo’s friends needs medical attention and Collins is the paramedic on scene. She tells Theo they need to talk, and he assumes she’s about to tell him she wants more than a one-night stand.
The funny thing is, he’d actually gone to meet her intending to tell her he wasn’t looking for a relationship. He’d been single for about a year after his fiancée ended their engagement because she realised they weren’t right together. Since then he’d only had casual hookups, usually with women passing through town. But the moment he saw Collins again, he’d already changed his mind. Before he can say anything, though, she blurts out that she’s pregnant.
Collins is really upfront about everything. She tells him she isn’t asking him for anything, doesn’t expect him to be involved, and would even keep his identity private if that’s what he wanted. He’s obviously shocked at first, but once he gets over the initial surprise, he completely steps up.
Theo is honestly one of the biggest green flag heroes I’ve read in a long time. He is a complete golden retriever hero. He’s supportive, attentive, completely obsessed with Collins in the sweetest way, and from that point on he’s all in. There isn’t any of drama between the two of them, which I actually appreciated. It was refreshing to read a romance where the couple communicated and were simply trying to figure things out together. It was more about her not feeling deserving of love and not wanting to bring her parents drama to his life.
Collins has had a much harder life. Her parents are con artists who constantly manipulate her for money, and because everyone in town knows her family, she’s always felt judged. One of my favourite parts of the story was watching her slowly find her own place and build a found family with Theo’s family and friends. It was really heartwarming.
There is a little bit of suspense running alongside the romance as someone keeps vandalising Theo’s properties. You’re left wondering whether it’s the woman he previously hooked up with or whether Collins’ parents are somehow involved. It gives the story enough mystery without taking over the romance.
Safety-wise, this book is very straightforward. Collins has only slept with one other person before Theo, who isn’t part of the story at all. Theo was engaged until about a year before the book starts, and after the engagement ended he had a few casual hookups because he wasn’t looking for another relationship. The only previous hookup that actually appears in the book is a woman he slept with around two months before meeting Collins. She turns up wanting another hookup, but he immediately shuts her down and has absolutely no interest in her. There are no love triangles, no cheating, and no unnecessary relationship drama. There aren’t any safety conversations either, but later in the book Theo mentions he’d been tested and hadn’t slept with anyone else after Collins.
The spice is definitely on the lower side, but it’s still there. Personally, I’d have liked a little more, but that’s just my preference.
My only criticism is that around the middle of the book it became a little repetitive. It felt like the same conversations and situations kept happening, and I found myself wanting the story to move forward a bit more. It wasn’t enough to stop me enjoying it, but it did slow the pacing slightly.
The book finishes with two epilogues, and the final one is the birth of their daughter, which was such a lovely way to end their story.
I also realised while reading that this series spins off from another series by the author. Some of the side characters already have their own books, including Theo’s parents, whose story I’d actually read before without making the connection.
The next book looks like it’s going to be about Collins’ best friend and the town sheriff, who’s a single dad, and I am definitely going to be reading that one.
Overall, I had such a good time with this book. It was easy to listen to, sweet, comforting and just made me feel happy. I paid for it on Audible and don’t regret it at all. It’s a solid 4-star read for me. The only reasons it isn’t five stars are because I’d have liked a little more spice and I think the middle could have been tightened up slightly. Other than that, I absolutely loved it. If you’re looking for a low-angst, surprise pregnancy romance with a complete green flag hero, found family, a little bit of mystery, and a couple you can’t help but root for, I’d definitely recommend picking this one up.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
When Natasha announced we were going back to Montgavin, I was so excited. I never wanted to leave. The Dream series is one of my favorite series ever. Now to be back in Montgavin with Theo and Collins and to have ties to another favorite series, the Love Story series, couldn’t make me any happier. With that said, this book can be read as a standalone, there are just slight references to the other characters.
𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑵𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒔: Collins Henderson & Theo Williams 𝑺𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: Montgavin
I am not always the biggest surprise pregnancy fan. But I am ALWAYS the biggest surprise pregnancy when written by Natasha fan. Theo and Collins have a one night stand that doesn’t just quite last one night when she finds out she is pregnant. I did not expect Theo to have such golden retriever vibes but I loved it! His reaction to finding out Collins was pregnant was perfect for his character arc. He becomes all in and shows Collins all the things she deserves and the way she should be treated. My heart broke for the way her life was growing up but Theo is going to give her the perfect happily ever after!
The audiobook was narrated by Samantha Brentmoor and Teddy Hamilton and these two together prove that you do not always need duet narration. They slayyyed performing both roles and this is why I still really love dual narration. Samantha was the perfect black cat, standoffish Collins and Teddy could not have been better as the golden retriever trying to protect his family.
Falling for You was such a sweet, comforting small-town romance with plenty of heart. I can appreciate an accidental pregnancy trope when it’s done well, and I really enjoyed how Natasha Madison built Theo and Collins’ relationship around genuine care, trust, and showing up for one another. Theo was easily my favorite part of the book. From the moment he found out about the pregnancy, he stepped up in every way that mattered. He was thoughtful, supportive, and so intentional in how he cared for Collins, and I loved watching their relationship grow beyond the one-night stand that brought them together. My heart also went out to Collins. She has spent her entire life carrying the weight of her family's reputation, and it was easy to understand why she struggled to believe she deserved happiness. Watching her slowly let her walls down and accept that someone could love her without conditions made her journey especially rewarding. The small-town setting, family dynamics, and community added a lot of warmth to the story, making it the kind of romance that's easy to settle into. While there were a few moments that felt a little predictable, the lovable characters and emotional connection more than made up for it. Overall, Falling for You is a heartfelt romance filled with kindness, family, and a hero who truly understood that love is shown through actions. If you enjoy surprise pregnancy, small-town romance, and protective MMCs, this is a really enjoyable read
Falling For You (Immersive Read) By Natasha Madison
“You don’t have to do that.” “I know, Collins, but I’m going to. I can’t do much for you right now. You’re doing all the work. So you take care of our baby and let me take care of you.”
“I can’t undo what happened in the past, but what I can do is vow I’m going to do whatever I have to do to make sure you aren’t touched by anything going forward. And not just because you are going to be with me, but because my child is never going to feel unwanted a day in their life. Not. One. F***ing. Day.”
Hello Walking Green Flag Department? We have a new MMC to add! Theo is the greenest of green flags and head over heels for our girl Collins! Collins family life has been horrible, and the only person Collins can count on is her self. That is until a chance encounter, leads to a one night stand that changes everything, and Theo shows Collins everyday why she is worthy of love and help from others. This is my first book from Natasha and I will definitely be coming back for more! I loved the romance and the suspense that was sprinkle in, I was not expecting that! And the audiobook is fantastic!! I absolutely devoured this book and loved every minute of it!
Tropes: Accidental Pregnancy Small Town Romance Opposites Attract Black Cat x Golden Retriever One Night Stand
The only thing better than reading a Natasha Madison romance is reading a Natasha Madison romance while listening to the 🎧audiobook🎧 narrated by Samantha Brentmoor and Teddy Hamilton. Because yes, that’s exactly what happened.
Falling for You has all the charm and intrigue you’d expect from a small-town romance, but it also delivers so much more. The way Theo steps up and cares for Collins after he realizes they’ll be tied together for life? Pure, heart-melting perfection. 🫠
This man is ridiculously protective. He makes her breakfast & lunch before work, cooks dinner when she gets home at 3 a.m., and don’t even get me started on the spice… dear heavens above. 😮💨😮💨😮💨
In general I love everything Natasha Madison does. She just knows what you need without shoving 300 000 words down your throat. She gives you just enough chemistry and tension right from the start to hook you, then slowly builds a relationship that feels genuine, unbreakable, and so emotionally satisfying that by the end your heart is in a chokehold.
This book was no exception. It was sweet, swoony, sexy, and everything I’ve come to expect from Natasha Madison. I loved every single minute of it.
🩵 One Night Stand 🩵 Accidental Pregnancy 🩵 Black Cat x Golden Retriever 🩵 Small Town 🩵 Opposites Attract 🩵 First Responder FMC 🩵 Blue Collar Hero
The way Theo cared for Collins made me feel all warm and gooey inside. He may have snuck out after their one night stand, but once he found out about the pregnancy, he was all in. Acts of service was definitely his love language. If there was a meal to be made or any possibility Collins might be hungry, he was feeding her, whether it was takeout or home cooking. When Collins told him about her parents and that he would be better off without her because she was the town pariah, he didn't walk away. Instead, he was upset on her behalf and wanted to protect her.
Collins childhood challenges shaped her into a strong, hardworking adult who didn't take anything for granted. She treated everyone with kindness, even those who didn't deserve it. What she didn't realize was that so many people saw her for who she was, sweet and caring, not who her parents were.
Falling For You was my first Natasha Madison book, but certainly not my last. I'll be reading the next one in the Falling For series as well as several backlist titles that are on my TBR.
✨ One Night Stand ✨ Accidental Pregnancy ✨ Paramedic X Contractor ✨ Small Town Romance ✨ Dual POV ✨ Black Cat x Golden Retriever ✨ Walking Green Flag MMC ✨ Care/Comfort
Surprise pregnancy and the sweetest, most caring MMC? Yes, please! 🥹💕 Theo and Collins share a one-night stand, both believing they'll never see each other again...but life has other plans.
Theo works hard at his cousin's construction company, while Collins comes from the opposite side of the tracks and is determined to build a better future than the one she grew up with. When fate brings them back together, they're forced to navigate a future neither of them expected.
I absolutely devoured this book and fell in love with these characters!
Can we all agree we need a Theo in our lives? 🥰 The way he cared for Collins completely melted my heart. From cooking her dinner and buying groceries to going to every doctor's appointment, he showed up for her in every way that mattered. He truly set the bar for book boyfriends.
The audiobook narration was chef's kiss 💋. Doing an immersive read and listen made this story even more enjoyable, and I couldn't get enough.
If you love: 🤍 Surprise pregnancy 🏡 Small-town romance 💛 Protective, caring MMC 🔥 Amazing chemistry 🎧 Fantastic audiobook narration ...this one needs to be on your TBR!
Thank you to The Author Agency and Natasha Madison for the ARC/ALC. 🗓️ Release Date: July 14
Falling for You was such a perfect start to a new series and the best way to get back to the town of Montgavin. The meet-cute in this book will go down as one of my favorites because it had my true Crime loving Self giggling and totally agreeing with Collins!
I loved Collins so much and felt for her with everything she had gone through in life, and I wanted to hit some of these townspeople. But as the story went on, I loved that we learned at the same time as Collins how many people she had in her corner! I also loved how Collins grew as a character and found the strength to fight back and take control of her life!
Now to our favorite Theo, the most perfect green flag golden retriever book boyfriend. After the shock of Collins's news, he stepped up so fast. This man had me falling in love the moment he showed up at her house at 3 AM! My foodie heart had me falling for him!
These two were so, so good together, and I just loved how they fell fast and slow at the same time, if that even makes sense! I really enjoyed this book and seeing some of our previous favorite characters.
If you haven't read this book, what are you waiting for? Dive in and be ready for book 2, Falling for Her, on October 13, 2026.
I think I’m confused on how this was published in this state? I feel like I was reading a rough draft. There’s so many weird pieces of book that seem like they are supposed to mean something and then never get addressed. Why is everyone so obsessed with food? How did she go from 5 cm to it’s time to push in one paragraph? Was her dad the one lurking in the woods? Why did his dad feel the need to specify we was bringing a WOMAN home? Is he gay or bisexual? Someone is SHOT in the first part of the book, how is that no big deal??? Who is getting shot in small towns and it’s no big deal??? How are there so many medical emergencies in a small town? Baby Doctor appts???? I just have so many questions. The transitions in the book were weird and hard to follow. It seems like they are still in the same moment or conversation but really we could be hours, days or weeks later with little to no indication of that. I really thought this would be a good, easy read with a down to earth love story but it was just very sloppily written and not well thought out.
I love the unexpected pregnancy that was a result of a one night stand, and Natasha Madison gave us such a good story that we are getting all the feels. You may even recognize some of the characters if you are caught up on the author's catalog. Theo and Collins have an amazing one night, but they come from completely different backgrounds. Theo with his loving family and support and Collins with parents that literally steal from her. Due to that, Collins is obviously a bit jaded and has some things to work through, but she knows one thing for sure, she wants what's best for the baby that is in her belly. That means, telling Theo that they created a miracle, and that he needs to figure out just what he wants his role to be. Thing is, Theo wants it all and that includes Collins, will she be able to trust Theo not to let her down?
This was an amazing read, I love when I dive into a story and it just sucks you in, giving you all the feels. I give this 5 stars.
Thank you to The Author Agency for the opportunity to listen to the ALC of Falling for You by Natasha Madison!
I absolutely devoured this audiobook from start to finish. The accidental pregnancy trope is one of my all-time favorites, and Natasha Madison delivered it perfectly with so much heart, emotion, and chemistry. I loved watching Collins grow throughout the story as she worked through the hurt and trauma from her past with her parents—it made her journey feel so authentic and rewarding. And can we talk about the audiobook? Having it in duet narration by two of my favorite narrators, Samantha Brentmoor and Teddy Hamilton, made the experience even better. They brought these characters to life so effortlessly, and I couldn’t stop listening. This is definitely a romance I’ll be recommending to everyone!
I missed being in Montgavin, and loved getting to go back with Theo & Collins! There’s a spark between these two the night they meet. When they come face-to-face after that night, and Collins shares she’s pregnant, everything changes. Theo? He’s all in from the start, determined to show up for Collins, and I was living for it. This man is pure acts of service all the way. My heart broke for Collins and what she’d been through in her life, and I hated how much she felt like an outsider and like she didn’t deserve all the good things. But Theo’s patience? The way he continued to show up for her, regardless of how hard she tried to push him away? I loved the way he loves her. These two are so sweet and spicy (I mean the mouth on this man?!) and full of all the feels, and I cannot wait for more of this series!
First off, Natasha Madison is one of my go to fun authors. Her tropes are always on point and the characters she creates are top notch. Falling for You starts with Collins and Theo meeting for a one night stand and SURPRISE... a baby.
This is one of my favorite tropes alongside one night stands because sometimes life has other plans for you.. that include a bundle of joy and a baby daddy. & to top it off Collins parent's are users and well, not good people. I am happy to report that Theo protects Collins and the baby.
Not to mention all the chaos going on in town.. I love how layered the story is because it keeps you on your toes and entertained all the way through. By the end of the book you are going to love these two together. I know I did.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily reviewing.
I could not get enough of this story, and the time we had seeing Theo and Collins falling in love really went by so fast! Their chemistry was undeniable, and it was so amazing seeing how considerate and supportive Theo was for the smallest things. He did not fall far from the family soulmate finding tree, and he was so lucky to find someone as awesome as Collins.
Their journey together was a bit bumpy, but Collins and Theo were a perfect time perfect place couple. I loved Collins character, and really enjoyed the scenes with her co-workers and other people in town that adored her even when she didn’t know it. There were really heartwarming moments between multiple characters. Between the two of them the showed so many times how they were made for one another in that classic Natasha Madison way where the guy falls for the super head strong independent woman. I hope you all fall in love with Theo and Collins as much as I did!