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Falling Together
Erin Corcoran doesn't believe anyone in her life will actually stick around. A year after her divorce, she is still struggling as a single mom. When she decides to hire a babysitter to watch her son, Nolan, the last thing she expects is to fall for the woman ten years her junior. Blair Breckenridge is fresh out of college and has no idea what she wants to do with her life. Luckily, that doesn't matter since there is a large sum of money set aside in a trust fund for her. The only problem? Her parents refuse to continue giving her money if she doesn't have a job. Blair decides to become a babysitter for the summer while she figures out what she actually wants to do with her life. Because, really, how hard could it be?
The rambunctious three-and-a-half year old Blair is stuck watching for the summer is anything but easy. What makes the situation even harder is how hot his mom is. On top of that, she's funny and sweet and has Blair daydreaming about a life she never knew she wanted. As Erin and Blair's feelings for each other grow, it gets harder and harder to ignore them, but there are so many obstacles in their way. Blair is young and immature, and Erin worries with how impulsive she is, she will be another person who leaves. Blair has to find a way to prove to Erin she's not like everyone else, because Erin isn't the only one she's becoming attached to.
The rambunctious three-and-a-half year old Blair is stuck watching for the summer is anything but easy. What makes the situation even harder is how hot his mom is. On top of that, she's funny and sweet and has Blair daydreaming about a life she never knew she wanted. As Erin and Blair's feelings for each other grow, it gets harder and harder to ignore them, but there are so many obstacles in their way. Blair is young and immature, and Erin worries with how impulsive she is, she will be another person who leaves. Blair has to find a way to prove to Erin she's not like everyone else, because Erin isn't the only one she's becoming attached to.
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Published April 28, 2026
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Erica Lee
49 books958 followersErica Lee finished writing her first book, Dear Santa: I’m Gay, in December 2016. Erica currently lives in Pennsylvania with her wife, dog, chinchilla, and bunny. She spends her days working as an optometrist and her nights snuggled up on the couch with her furry family, binging on netflix or youtube.
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March 14, 2025
I love low angst lesbian romance so much. I’m such a sap and a big mushy pile of goo and it makes me happy. Blair is a bit aimless and unmotivated at the beginning, but she really grew on me. I was worried she was just gonna be a fuckboi and shallow, but I think maybe she was a tad aromantic. Erin provided the doubt and insecurity that drove the story and provided the little bit of conflict.
Erica Lee managed to write a story with a kid that was realistic and that’s no easy feat. The spice was spicing but not over the top.
Erica Lee managed to write a story with a kid that was realistic and that’s no easy feat. The spice was spicing but not over the top.
May 7, 2026
4.5 Stars
I really really liked this!! It was so cute and I felt so bad for Erin, she wants to trust sooo bad but she’s been burned in the past. Plus she has little Nolan to worry about too!
Nolan is a bundle of energy and so fun! I think he was portrayed really well and I like that he was such a big part of the book and it felt super realistic (him constantly interrupting them 🤣🤣)
Highly recommend! I really enjoy Erica’s books, so honestly recommend any of them!
Written in Third Person with 2x POV’s. Narrated by Tessa Stavers. Single Mum, Age Gap, Mum/Babysitter, Opposites Attract, Femme/Femme, Slow Burn. 4x Spicy Scenes.
I really really liked this!! It was so cute and I felt so bad for Erin, she wants to trust sooo bad but she’s been burned in the past. Plus she has little Nolan to worry about too!
Nolan is a bundle of energy and so fun! I think he was portrayed really well and I like that he was such a big part of the book and it felt super realistic (him constantly interrupting them 🤣🤣)
Highly recommend! I really enjoy Erica’s books, so honestly recommend any of them!
Written in Third Person with 2x POV’s. Narrated by Tessa Stavers. Single Mum, Age Gap, Mum/Babysitter, Opposites Attract, Femme/Femme, Slow Burn. 4x Spicy Scenes.
August 5, 2025
Light and feel-good.
March 11, 2025
(rounded up from 4.5)
I really enjoyed this! Light, low angst, and just a sweet story of a woman who has understandable abandonment issues with her dad and then ex-wife leaving her and having trouble opening up her heart to the younger woman she hires to babysit her toddler. I appreciated that the age gap thing is taken seriously and that Blair being a bit of a fuckboy is redeemed and we get to see the change happen as she falls in love with this kid and his mom.
Super low drama and a cute kid in the middle and a sweet love story. This one was a winner for me!
I really enjoyed this! Light, low angst, and just a sweet story of a woman who has understandable abandonment issues with her dad and then ex-wife leaving her and having trouble opening up her heart to the younger woman she hires to babysit her toddler. I appreciated that the age gap thing is taken seriously and that Blair being a bit of a fuckboy is redeemed and we get to see the change happen as she falls in love with this kid and his mom.
Super low drama and a cute kid in the middle and a sweet love story. This one was a winner for me!
May 22, 2025
4 Stars
Falling Together by Erica Lee. I am very happy with this read. I’ve had two eh books before this so I’m glad I landed on a good one third time around. Turns out I’m not averse to horny characters, I’m just averse to haphazardly assembled character chemistry and poorly managed character development.
The premise of this story is simple and common enough for wlw tropes. Divorced single mother needs baby sitter, tension builds between main character and so on. What makes Falling Together a notch above adequate stories is, as a reader you could follow and empathise together with the characters. We were privy to experiencing children’s tantrums, manipulation and flight of ideas together with the inexperienced baby sitter. Somehow, the demon spawn even grew on ME! Me, the person who takes sooo long to warm up to anyone.
The chemistry between main characters was built inch by excruciating inch. Since it’s a dual pov, it’s easy and nice to perceive both characters’ experiences. Erin the single mum’s to-ing and fro-ing (even though usually this frustrates me) was so very understandable. The author made sure her past traumas were ever present in the reader’s periphery so we could feel how scary it was to take the leap. I really liked that bit actually because it was so very authentic to human reactions.
I’ve gushed enough on this book. If this doesn’t make you pick it up, I don’t know what will. Read Falling Together by Erica Lee. It’s a gem.
Falling Together by Erica Lee. I am very happy with this read. I’ve had two eh books before this so I’m glad I landed on a good one third time around. Turns out I’m not averse to horny characters, I’m just averse to haphazardly assembled character chemistry and poorly managed character development.
The premise of this story is simple and common enough for wlw tropes. Divorced single mother needs baby sitter, tension builds between main character and so on. What makes Falling Together a notch above adequate stories is, as a reader you could follow and empathise together with the characters. We were privy to experiencing children’s tantrums, manipulation and flight of ideas together with the inexperienced baby sitter. Somehow, the demon spawn even grew on ME! Me, the person who takes sooo long to warm up to anyone.
The chemistry between main characters was built inch by excruciating inch. Since it’s a dual pov, it’s easy and nice to perceive both characters’ experiences. Erin the single mum’s to-ing and fro-ing (even though usually this frustrates me) was so very understandable. The author made sure her past traumas were ever present in the reader’s periphery so we could feel how scary it was to take the leap. I really liked that bit actually because it was so very authentic to human reactions.
I’ve gushed enough on this book. If this doesn’t make you pick it up, I don’t know what will. Read Falling Together by Erica Lee. It’s a gem.
March 19, 2025
I definitely didn’t go into this book expecting much, and somehow I was still disappointed. Long story short, Erin is not written as a good mom. Way too forgiving, letting Nolan push her around and get what he wants. Also, neither of the MCs have a professional bone in their bodies. Blair is written to be so childish, there’s no way any actual parent would’ve hired her. The book is just so unbelievable, I wasn’t immersed at all. The instant attraction was painful to read. Erin’s lack of vetting Blair was painful, Blair’s character in general, painful. Also, Erin willingly wanting to underpay someone to babysit for her, didn’t sit right with me from the beginning. I haven’t yet finished this book, not sure I want to put myself through that. However, if I do, I will add to this review.
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April 13, 2025
Cute but I just couldn't with the parenting
The story was super cute in the romance/chemistry department but I couldn't finish it. I couldn't get past the terrible parenting. Okay, it wasn't terrible per se, he wasn't being abused and was obviously loved, but it was like everything you absolutely don't do with a three year old unless you want your kid to be entitled, demanding, have no concept of consent, and never respect boundaries or safety rules, and feel insecure and unsafe in a world they to them, is really big and scary and new.
They constantly reward bad behavior, use bribes, give in to fits and tantrums, and there's even a scene where the kid nearly runs into traffic and they lure him back with ice cream and don't do anything that impresses upon him how dangerous that was or why he needs to listen/follow the rules. Like, he already knows he can get whatever he wants if he screams enough about it, so why should he bother even bother giving into bribes if he doesn't feel like it? Next time he's gonna do it again and you might not be so lucky. Oh, and they keep asking him open ended questions when there's only one acceptable answer, which is a great way to set yourself up for conflict and honestly kind of mean. "Do you want to put your shoes on?" What if the kid says no? You offered them a choice when there wasn't one. Great way to tell them you can't be trusted at your word. "Haha jk, you don't get a choice!" If you wanna offer a choice, offer a real choice. "It's time to go. Would you like your left shoe first or your right shoe?"
And the begging. Oh my God. They actually beg the kid to cooperate. Beg. No wonder his behavior is all over the place, he thinks he holds the most power, that he's in control, but he's only just arrived in this world and it's a confusing a terrifying place, and he doesn't know how it works, that would make him feel unsafe in the extreme, like anytime anything new happens or he encounters anything he's unsure of or doesn't like. Mom can't protect him, she has no control over anything apparently, so lashing out to find where the boundaries are in order to seek safety makes sense, except nobody sets boundaries, so he just keeps acting out and never feels secure.
The kid with behavioral issues being raised by people who never bothered to read a single book on child development/psychology/behavior management is very realistic, I'll give you that, but from someone who single parents and has worked with kids in this age range extensively and seen this far too much in real life, I just couldn't enjoy reading it fictionalized.
I spent the whole time pausing my reading to rant at the main characters' poor understanding of what kids that age need/are capable of. Weirdly, it was like the author knew that too, because the kid's reactions and outbursts and defiance was a realistic protrayal of the sort of parenting shown here.
Hint. A three year old is old enough to have real conversations after nearly running into traffic about things like why listening when Mom says stop is an important safety rule that can't be broken, and old enough for actual consequences when dangerous behavior that's been explained to him is repeated. Pretending it didn't happen and giving him ice cream so he'll be easier to deal with in the moment is lazy and irresponsible parenting that might get him killed in the future.
Second hint: letting little boys walk all over you and never have to respect the word "no" is teaching them coercion and entitlement. and we wonder why grown men don't respect boundaries or the word no and think coercion equals consent.
The story was super cute in the romance/chemistry department but I couldn't finish it. I couldn't get past the terrible parenting. Okay, it wasn't terrible per se, he wasn't being abused and was obviously loved, but it was like everything you absolutely don't do with a three year old unless you want your kid to be entitled, demanding, have no concept of consent, and never respect boundaries or safety rules, and feel insecure and unsafe in a world they to them, is really big and scary and new.
They constantly reward bad behavior, use bribes, give in to fits and tantrums, and there's even a scene where the kid nearly runs into traffic and they lure him back with ice cream and don't do anything that impresses upon him how dangerous that was or why he needs to listen/follow the rules. Like, he already knows he can get whatever he wants if he screams enough about it, so why should he bother even bother giving into bribes if he doesn't feel like it? Next time he's gonna do it again and you might not be so lucky. Oh, and they keep asking him open ended questions when there's only one acceptable answer, which is a great way to set yourself up for conflict and honestly kind of mean. "Do you want to put your shoes on?" What if the kid says no? You offered them a choice when there wasn't one. Great way to tell them you can't be trusted at your word. "Haha jk, you don't get a choice!" If you wanna offer a choice, offer a real choice. "It's time to go. Would you like your left shoe first or your right shoe?"
And the begging. Oh my God. They actually beg the kid to cooperate. Beg. No wonder his behavior is all over the place, he thinks he holds the most power, that he's in control, but he's only just arrived in this world and it's a confusing a terrifying place, and he doesn't know how it works, that would make him feel unsafe in the extreme, like anytime anything new happens or he encounters anything he's unsure of or doesn't like. Mom can't protect him, she has no control over anything apparently, so lashing out to find where the boundaries are in order to seek safety makes sense, except nobody sets boundaries, so he just keeps acting out and never feels secure.
The kid with behavioral issues being raised by people who never bothered to read a single book on child development/psychology/behavior management is very realistic, I'll give you that, but from someone who single parents and has worked with kids in this age range extensively and seen this far too much in real life, I just couldn't enjoy reading it fictionalized.
I spent the whole time pausing my reading to rant at the main characters' poor understanding of what kids that age need/are capable of. Weirdly, it was like the author knew that too, because the kid's reactions and outbursts and defiance was a realistic protrayal of the sort of parenting shown here.
Hint. A three year old is old enough to have real conversations after nearly running into traffic about things like why listening when Mom says stop is an important safety rule that can't be broken, and old enough for actual consequences when dangerous behavior that's been explained to him is repeated. Pretending it didn't happen and giving him ice cream so he'll be easier to deal with in the moment is lazy and irresponsible parenting that might get him killed in the future.
Second hint: letting little boys walk all over you and never have to respect the word "no" is teaching them coercion and entitlement. and we wonder why grown men don't respect boundaries or the word no and think coercion equals consent.
March 10, 2025
Sweet enough, but lacking in substance. The relative absence of conflict made it feel kind of aimless.
August 7, 2025
Light, fluffy, cute read that still had good spice! I actually really enjoyed the ‘single mum’ trope which is a huge credit to how the author wrote Nolan into every part of this book. And even though Erin struggled with some past trauma/ abandonment issues- the two main characters actually communicated well!! It was all very open and supportive. The lack of conflict did leave me feeling like it was all quite unrealistic though. I feel you have to take this kind of book for what it is. Overall, this read is quite cutesy and sweet but still enjoyable. Perfect for when you’re in the mood for something easy🏖️
July 9, 2025
I really loved this!
November 14, 2025
Great
Addressing being a single parent along with many things that entails is the underlying theme. The romance works between Erin and Blair and the nonparents learning the responsibilities and challenges makes it gel. The child, Nolan, is bratty but not excessively.
Addressing being a single parent along with many things that entails is the underlying theme. The romance works between Erin and Blair and the nonparents learning the responsibilities and challenges makes it gel. The child, Nolan, is bratty but not excessively.
March 6, 2025
The right amount of sweetness and spice! I feel like it’s hard to write a sapphic romance with kids involved, at least that’s been my experience. Falling Together felt realistic and I like that they explored the aspects of parenthood that a lot of stories forget to touch on, which is the hard part of parenting, the times when it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. I also liked that it was discussed how Blair didn’t want kids at first and how that would be a concern. I guess I’m trying to say, I felt like Erin’s apprehension to get into a relationship and how it would affect her son, was realistic and handled well.
December 5, 2025
An amazingly beautiful age gap love story.
Blair needs to find a job to get her parents off of her back. She tries a babysitting site. There she finds Erin's ad for babysitting her 3 1/2 yr old son Nolan. The two women talk and Blair goes over to meet mother and son. When she first lays her eyes on Erin, she's immediately besotted. She immediately falls for Nolan. But, her attraction isn't one sided, because Erin thinks that Blair is gorgeous. Nolan also falls for "Bear".
But Erin's first wife, Bianca ,just left her and Nolan without a reason when Nolan was an infant . So Erin is gun-shy. Will Blair be able to convince Erin to take a chance on her.
This is an amazingly beautiful age gap love story!
Blair needs to find a job to get her parents off of her back. She tries a babysitting site. There she finds Erin's ad for babysitting her 3 1/2 yr old son Nolan. The two women talk and Blair goes over to meet mother and son. When she first lays her eyes on Erin, she's immediately besotted. She immediately falls for Nolan. But, her attraction isn't one sided, because Erin thinks that Blair is gorgeous. Nolan also falls for "Bear".
But Erin's first wife, Bianca ,just left her and Nolan without a reason when Nolan was an infant . So Erin is gun-shy. Will Blair be able to convince Erin to take a chance on her.
This is an amazingly beautiful age gap love story!
November 4, 2025
it was sweet but that’s basically it. I had some issues towards the parenting of the kid but maybe I’m not the right person to judge it. The romance was good tho, but some things felt too repetitive, maybe if the book was a bit shorter, I’d feel different but I don’t really know
January 4, 2026
The beginning was awful tbh, the kid stressed me out, he had no boundaries, he got away with pretty much everything because Erin couldn’t say no to him, full ass tantrums for nothing… Arghhh!
After that, it got better… but is not (in my opinion) the best book from the Author.
After that, it got better… but is not (in my opinion) the best book from the Author.
August 6, 2025
As a big fan of the single mom trope, Falling Together did not disappoint ✨
This was such a light and wholesome read, but with some great spice too! Blaire and Erin were so cute together, I loved how their relationship was a bit of a slow burn but with the attraction and tension always present. The payoff was well worth the wait 🔥 I also really liked how patient and understanding Blaire was with Erin in regard to the pace and her insecurities, it was so sweet to see. And the communication! Colour me impressed - two adults actually discussing things with no big misunderstandings.
Nolan was incredibly adorable as well, and simultaneously a bit of a little monster at times - Erica Lee clearly knows kids haha. It was really nice how he was present throughout the story and not just in a couple of scenes - his interactions with Blaire were so wholesome, and it was heartwarming seeing how the three of them grew into a little family.
And finally, shoutout to both of the MCs families for being so kind and supportive and not making a big deal about the age difference or Erin being a single mom. I definitely expected a bit of resistance but was pleasantly surprised. The epilogue was very cute too and I loved how we got more than one time jump to see their relationship develop! Overall I really enjoyed this and would recommend :)
This was such a light and wholesome read, but with some great spice too! Blaire and Erin were so cute together, I loved how their relationship was a bit of a slow burn but with the attraction and tension always present. The payoff was well worth the wait 🔥 I also really liked how patient and understanding Blaire was with Erin in regard to the pace and her insecurities, it was so sweet to see. And the communication! Colour me impressed - two adults actually discussing things with no big misunderstandings.
Nolan was incredibly adorable as well, and simultaneously a bit of a little monster at times - Erica Lee clearly knows kids haha. It was really nice how he was present throughout the story and not just in a couple of scenes - his interactions with Blaire were so wholesome, and it was heartwarming seeing how the three of them grew into a little family.
And finally, shoutout to both of the MCs families for being so kind and supportive and not making a big deal about the age difference or Erin being a single mom. I definitely expected a bit of resistance but was pleasantly surprised. The epilogue was very cute too and I loved how we got more than one time jump to see their relationship develop! Overall I really enjoyed this and would recommend :)
March 7, 2025
A Heartwarming & Sweet Love Story 💝
This was a story that leaves warmth and good feelings within you. You have a struggling recently single mother in her thirties, Erin, of a rambunctious three year old, Nolan who finds herself unable to truly afford the increase in summer daycare. After trying several avenues, she puts an ad in to get a babysitter for four days a week.
Blair is a trust fund baby who is a twenty-two recently graduated psychology major who has no idea what she is going to do with her life. Her parents give her an ultimatum. Get a job until she knows what she wants to do or the trust fund ends. Seeing the ad for a babysitter and not worrying about the money, Blair figures how hard can it be.
As the relationship grows between Blair and Nolan in such a cute and fun way, the relationship between Blair and Erin has taken a very different turn.
The additional characters add such a full rounded edge to a story that keeps you smiling and laughing and maybe a few sentimental tears. Great job Erica!
This was a story that leaves warmth and good feelings within you. You have a struggling recently single mother in her thirties, Erin, of a rambunctious three year old, Nolan who finds herself unable to truly afford the increase in summer daycare. After trying several avenues, she puts an ad in to get a babysitter for four days a week.
Blair is a trust fund baby who is a twenty-two recently graduated psychology major who has no idea what she is going to do with her life. Her parents give her an ultimatum. Get a job until she knows what she wants to do or the trust fund ends. Seeing the ad for a babysitter and not worrying about the money, Blair figures how hard can it be.
As the relationship grows between Blair and Nolan in such a cute and fun way, the relationship between Blair and Erin has taken a very different turn.
The additional characters add such a full rounded edge to a story that keeps you smiling and laughing and maybe a few sentimental tears. Great job Erica!
January 8, 2026
Light-hearted, low-angst, feel good, age-gap romance. Basically a HEA kid fic — I couldn’t ask for more!
May 15, 2026
Cringe ass dialogue with some childish ass characters to be fair
May 28, 2025
Blair ...... need that
April 5, 2025
The first half of this book gives 3 star energy, but the second half got boring and so I must give it a 2 star overall. It’s cute, it’s fine, but it’s not giving enough of an emotional pull for me.
March 21, 2025
Blair does not feel like a real person
May 12, 2025
erm.....
am i missing something bc lowkey the writing reminded me of wattpad books i used to read in middle school. considered dnfing at the beginning but saw reviewers saying that it gets better later on.... which it did not. i mostly skimmed the last 40 %. the characters were not very interesting and also did not feel like real people in any way. even the kid was written in a really weird way. like honestly just boring. also, it kinda bothered me that the only conflict was that erin was unsure about a relationship. i feel like it's just not even realistic for all of their friends/family to be so supportive of such a large age gap to the point where they're trying to convince them to get together. as a 20 year I cannot imagine not having at least one person in my life be concerned about me dating someone 10 years older.... likeeeee where is the angst
am i missing something bc lowkey the writing reminded me of wattpad books i used to read in middle school. considered dnfing at the beginning but saw reviewers saying that it gets better later on.... which it did not. i mostly skimmed the last 40 %. the characters were not very interesting and also did not feel like real people in any way. even the kid was written in a really weird way. like honestly just boring. also, it kinda bothered me that the only conflict was that erin was unsure about a relationship. i feel like it's just not even realistic for all of their friends/family to be so supportive of such a large age gap to the point where they're trying to convince them to get together. as a 20 year I cannot imagine not having at least one person in my life be concerned about me dating someone 10 years older.... likeeeee where is the angst
March 24, 2025
I loved this book! Really, it was amazing.
I usually love the 'single mom' trope, but that genre doesn't always have the kid so involved like in this one. I loved how Nolan appears in every single chapter.
I also loved Erin and Blair. I was scared at first that the book would have a third-act breakup or that Erin would talk to Bianca again and throw away everything she had with Blair, but I'm happy that my fears didn't happen. They always treated each other with respect and so much love.
It was a very nice and heartwarming book."
I usually love the 'single mom' trope, but that genre doesn't always have the kid so involved like in this one. I loved how Nolan appears in every single chapter.
I also loved Erin and Blair. I was scared at first that the book would have a third-act breakup or that Erin would talk to Bianca again and throw away everything she had with Blair, but I'm happy that my fears didn't happen. They always treated each other with respect and so much love.
It was a very nice and heartwarming book."
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August 27, 2025
honestly every single character was immature and annoying lmao. idk if i spent more time annoyed or if i spent more time trying to skip through.
March 22, 2025
A Captivating Romance of Love, Growth, and Second Chances
Erin Corcoran, a single mom still reeling from her divorce, hires a babysitter for the summer, never expecting to fall for her. Blair Breckenridge, fresh out of college and unsure of her future, takes the job to appease her parents but quickly finds herself drawn to Erin and her son. As their connection deepens, Erin fears Blair’s impulsive nature, while Blair must prove she’s ready for the responsibilities of love and family.
Fallen Together by Erica Lee is a beautifully crafted romance that balances emotional depth with an engaging storyline. The novel delivers well-developed characters who experience genuine growth, making for an authentic and compelling read.
Erin is a woman scarred by abandonment, hesitant to trust again, while Blair, despite her initial uncertainty about life, displays remarkable maturity in the way she cares for both Erin and her son, Nolan. Their dynamic is both tender and complex, as Blair proves she is more than just a carefree young woman, she is someone capable of deep love and responsibility. Nolan himself is a delightful mix of chaos and charm, adding a layer of realism and heart to the story.
The novel’s strength lies in its character development and pacing. Both protagonists evolve naturally, making choices that feel true to who they are while ultimately prioritizing what matters most to them. The chemistry between Erin and Blair is undeniable, and their journey is filled with emotional nuance, humor, and warmth.
With excellent plot development and a steady narrative flow, Fallen Together is a captivating read that holds engagement from start to finish. Erica Lee has crafted a romance that is not only passionate but also deeply satisfying in its exploration of trust, love, and the courage to embrace the unexpected.
Erin Corcoran, a single mom still reeling from her divorce, hires a babysitter for the summer, never expecting to fall for her. Blair Breckenridge, fresh out of college and unsure of her future, takes the job to appease her parents but quickly finds herself drawn to Erin and her son. As their connection deepens, Erin fears Blair’s impulsive nature, while Blair must prove she’s ready for the responsibilities of love and family.
Fallen Together by Erica Lee is a beautifully crafted romance that balances emotional depth with an engaging storyline. The novel delivers well-developed characters who experience genuine growth, making for an authentic and compelling read.
Erin is a woman scarred by abandonment, hesitant to trust again, while Blair, despite her initial uncertainty about life, displays remarkable maturity in the way she cares for both Erin and her son, Nolan. Their dynamic is both tender and complex, as Blair proves she is more than just a carefree young woman, she is someone capable of deep love and responsibility. Nolan himself is a delightful mix of chaos and charm, adding a layer of realism and heart to the story.
The novel’s strength lies in its character development and pacing. Both protagonists evolve naturally, making choices that feel true to who they are while ultimately prioritizing what matters most to them. The chemistry between Erin and Blair is undeniable, and their journey is filled with emotional nuance, humor, and warmth.
With excellent plot development and a steady narrative flow, Fallen Together is a captivating read that holds engagement from start to finish. Erica Lee has crafted a romance that is not only passionate but also deeply satisfying in its exploration of trust, love, and the courage to embrace the unexpected.
May 3, 2026
This novel presents a premise with emotional potential—a single mother navigating abandonment and a young woman searching for direction—but the execution ultimately proves uneven.
A significant factor in my reading experience was the audiobook narration by Tessa Stavers. As in a previous encounter with this narrator, the characterization felt exaggerated, particularly in the portrayals of Blair and Nolan. The delivery frequently pulled me out of the story, making it difficult to remain fully immersed and complicating my assessment of the novel’s strengths.
Even setting the narration aside, the text itself struggles with believability. Key elements of the plot—such as Blair’s willingness to accept an implausibly low wage for childcare—strain credibility. Similarly, Erin’s lack of due diligence in hiring a caregiver for her young son raises questions about characterization, particularly given her established anxieties around loss and responsibility. These inconsistencies make it difficult to fully invest in the narrative.
Character dynamics present additional challenges. Nolan’s behavior often goes unchecked, and the absence of clear boundaries contributes to a sense of frustration rather than emotional engagement. Meanwhile, the central relationship between Erin and Blair relies heavily on physical attraction and shared affection for Nolan, without sufficient development to convincingly support its progression. Secondary characters, including Blair’s parents, feel underdeveloped, further limiting the story’s depth.
While there are glimpses of a more compelling emotional arc—particularly in Erin’s history of abandonment—the overall execution falls short of fully realizing the premise. The combination of uneven characterization, strained plausibility, and distracting narration ultimately diminished the impact of the story.
A significant factor in my reading experience was the audiobook narration by Tessa Stavers. As in a previous encounter with this narrator, the characterization felt exaggerated, particularly in the portrayals of Blair and Nolan. The delivery frequently pulled me out of the story, making it difficult to remain fully immersed and complicating my assessment of the novel’s strengths.
Even setting the narration aside, the text itself struggles with believability. Key elements of the plot—such as Blair’s willingness to accept an implausibly low wage for childcare—strain credibility. Similarly, Erin’s lack of due diligence in hiring a caregiver for her young son raises questions about characterization, particularly given her established anxieties around loss and responsibility. These inconsistencies make it difficult to fully invest in the narrative.
Character dynamics present additional challenges. Nolan’s behavior often goes unchecked, and the absence of clear boundaries contributes to a sense of frustration rather than emotional engagement. Meanwhile, the central relationship between Erin and Blair relies heavily on physical attraction and shared affection for Nolan, without sufficient development to convincingly support its progression. Secondary characters, including Blair’s parents, feel underdeveloped, further limiting the story’s depth.
While there are glimpses of a more compelling emotional arc—particularly in Erin’s history of abandonment—the overall execution falls short of fully realizing the premise. The combination of uneven characterization, strained plausibility, and distracting narration ultimately diminished the impact of the story.
February 27, 2025
I loved that this was another sweet and loving story written by the author. That is my favourite type of book in her vast portfolio, a chance to get this warm and fuzzy feeling while reading. Erica Lee is a master at creating this in me when I read her books.
There is an age gap in this book but that was never really an issue past the first couple of chapters. Blair is soon growing from a young fuckboy to someone I can believe can be part of a family as an equal partner to Erin and a fantastic co-parent Nolan. I love how great they all are together and the fact that their surrounding is so accepting their somewhat unorthodox pairing. Erin is also stepping up and allow herself to be happy with a new partner after her disastrous relationship with her ex-wife and having a dad that also left the family and never looking back.
Final comment is of course to the great shout out from Eric and the book club I am also a part of. I concur his feelings on how great that experience has been.
There is an age gap in this book but that was never really an issue past the first couple of chapters. Blair is soon growing from a young fuckboy to someone I can believe can be part of a family as an equal partner to Erin and a fantastic co-parent Nolan. I love how great they all are together and the fact that their surrounding is so accepting their somewhat unorthodox pairing. Erin is also stepping up and allow herself to be happy with a new partner after her disastrous relationship with her ex-wife and having a dad that also left the family and never looking back.
Final comment is of course to the great shout out from Eric and the book club I am also a part of. I concur his feelings on how great that experience has been.
March 14, 2025
This was such an amazing slow burn story!!! I fell in love with all the characters and didn't want the book to end.
Erin, 32 years old, is a single mom looking for a babysitter for the summer. Only 22 year old Blair is affordable for her. Nolan, Erin's son, and Blair quickly build a relationship; they are inseparable. And Erin also begins to develop feelings for Blair. An inner struggle begins - will Erin be able to open up to Blair?
I really enjoyed it! I especially took the little boy Nolan to my heart - he's such a sweet boy. Watching him build a relationship with Blair was just a beautiful journey. I loved Erin and Blair's communication and openness. I could really relate to and feel Erin's struggle and on the other side Blair's tenacity. Even without a 3rd act break up, the book had a lot of tension (especially between Blair and Erin). I wasn't bored for a second, on the contrary, the book captivated me from the very first page. It was such a heart-warming and adorable story. So well written!! I loved it! An absolute recommendation!
Erin, 32 years old, is a single mom looking for a babysitter for the summer. Only 22 year old Blair is affordable for her. Nolan, Erin's son, and Blair quickly build a relationship; they are inseparable. And Erin also begins to develop feelings for Blair. An inner struggle begins - will Erin be able to open up to Blair?
I really enjoyed it! I especially took the little boy Nolan to my heart - he's such a sweet boy. Watching him build a relationship with Blair was just a beautiful journey. I loved Erin and Blair's communication and openness. I could really relate to and feel Erin's struggle and on the other side Blair's tenacity. Even without a 3rd act break up, the book had a lot of tension (especially between Blair and Erin). I wasn't bored for a second, on the contrary, the book captivated me from the very first page. It was such a heart-warming and adorable story. So well written!! I loved it! An absolute recommendation!
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