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Falling for Autumn
Once Upon a Fall
Rosie Harper is great at a lot of things. Saying no is not one of them.
As the owner of Once Upon an Inn, a struggling princess-themed inn in the charming town of Autumn Ridge, Vermont, Rosie has said yes to everything—the expensive renovations, the town's fall festival, and the massive balloon payment coming due whether the rooms are finished or not.
Then Dean Alden arrives with a rolling suitcase, a month-long reservation, and absolutely no patience for inefficiency.
A business consultant by trade, Dean is only in Autumn Ridge long enough to settle his grandparents' abandoned apple orchard estate and head back to his real life. Staying was never part of the plan. But somewhere between fixing Rosie's curtain rods, getting pulled into town chaos, and watching her bend over backward for everyone around her, Dean starts to see the woman underneath it all—the one who's spent so long making everyone else happy that she's forgotten how to ask herself what she wants.
Because wanting things has never come easy for Rosie Harper.
And Dean Alden was never supposed to feel like home.
As the owner of Once Upon an Inn, a struggling princess-themed inn in the charming town of Autumn Ridge, Vermont, Rosie has said yes to everything—the expensive renovations, the town's fall festival, and the massive balloon payment coming due whether the rooms are finished or not.
Then Dean Alden arrives with a rolling suitcase, a month-long reservation, and absolutely no patience for inefficiency.
A business consultant by trade, Dean is only in Autumn Ridge long enough to settle his grandparents' abandoned apple orchard estate and head back to his real life. Staying was never part of the plan. But somewhere between fixing Rosie's curtain rods, getting pulled into town chaos, and watching her bend over backward for everyone around her, Dean starts to see the woman underneath it all—the one who's spent so long making everyone else happy that she's forgotten how to ask herself what she wants.
Because wanting things has never come easy for Rosie Harper.
And Dean Alden was never supposed to feel like home.
303 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 9, 2026
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Becky Monson
25 books1,457 followersBy day, Becky Monson is a mother to three young children, and a wife. By night, she escapes with reading books and writing. In her debut novel, Becky uses humor and true-life experiences to bring her characters to life. She loves all things chick-lit (movies, books, etc.), and wishes she had a British accent. She has recently given up Diet Coke for the fiftieth time and is hopeful this time will last... but it probably won't.
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October 18, 2026
Anyone else remember Poppy Delafield, KACL’s new owner’s daughter from the sitcom Frasier?
So, I’m reading Rosie Harper's part in that voice with that character in my mind …
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I struggled to appreciate Rosie Harper at first, but by the end of the book I was rooting for her! I love it when that happens. 💜
I connected to her when she admitted that she tells everyone ‘yes’ too much and when she questioned “Why does it always feel easier to inconvenience myself than to disappoint someone else?” Been there.
I laughed at the Ednas declaring that “It’s all over the Instant-Gram.” 😅🤣
Great addition to the series!
So, I’m reading Rosie Harper's part in that voice with that character in my mind …
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I struggled to appreciate Rosie Harper at first, but by the end of the book I was rooting for her! I love it when that happens. 💜
I connected to her when she admitted that she tells everyone ‘yes’ too much and when she questioned “Why does it always feel easier to inconvenience myself than to disappoint someone else?” Been there.
I laughed at the Ednas declaring that “It’s all over the Instant-Gram.” 😅🤣
Great addition to the series!
October 23, 2026
Basically just pure autumn Hallmark vibes.
Wasn’t my favorite of the series, wasn’t a terrible story either.
Personally I didn’t love her writing or pacing. Didn’t feel connected to anyone and felt like I was just reading words on paper a lot of the time.
That being said, this is one of those books that I’d feel super comfortable recommending to basically anyone content wise and because it was a pretty cute story, reminding me of those dumb yet cutesy Hallmarks we all say we don’t like but still watch. This one just fell kind of flat for me.
Wasn’t my favorite of the series, wasn’t a terrible story either.
Personally I didn’t love her writing or pacing. Didn’t feel connected to anyone and felt like I was just reading words on paper a lot of the time.
That being said, this is one of those books that I’d feel super comfortable recommending to basically anyone content wise and because it was a pretty cute story, reminding me of those dumb yet cutesy Hallmarks we all say we don’t like but still watch. This one just fell kind of flat for me.
September 12, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐ ½
Yep, I'm really liking this series!
I enjoyed this book—it's a nice dose of cozy romance with adorable characters 👌🏻
Rosie and Dean are so sweet! I loved their entire relationship in the story and the chemistry they had.
Rosie is like a forest fairy with a fascination for Disney princesses—kind, cheerful, and strong-willed.
Dean is a bit grumpy and serious, but he has a very generous heart. He really is a knight in shining armor.
I really liked how Rosie learned to consider her own wishes too, instead of always giving in for the sake of others.
I also enjoyed the small-town atmosphere and the family support.
I loved the ending!! I’ll be eagerly waiting to read the next books in the series 🧡
You will find:
🏰 Innkeeper and tenant
🍁 Forced proximity
🏰 Grumpy/Sunshine
🍁 One bed
🏰 Opposites attract
🍁Slow burn
🏰 He helps her with the inn
🍁 He takes care of her
🏰 Life-changing
🍁 Fall season
🏰 Small town
Yep, I'm really liking this series!
I enjoyed this book—it's a nice dose of cozy romance with adorable characters 👌🏻
Rosie and Dean are so sweet! I loved their entire relationship in the story and the chemistry they had.
Rosie is like a forest fairy with a fascination for Disney princesses—kind, cheerful, and strong-willed.
Dean is a bit grumpy and serious, but he has a very generous heart. He really is a knight in shining armor.
I really liked how Rosie learned to consider her own wishes too, instead of always giving in for the sake of others.
I also enjoyed the small-town atmosphere and the family support.
I loved the ending!! I’ll be eagerly waiting to read the next books in the series 🧡
You will find:
🏰 Innkeeper and tenant
🍁 Forced proximity
🏰 Grumpy/Sunshine
🍁 One bed
🏰 Opposites attract
🍁Slow burn
🏰 He helps her with the inn
🍁 He takes care of her
🏰 Life-changing
🍁 Fall season
🏰 Small town
September 15, 2026
it’s CUTE
(Reviewing from husband’s account)
4.5 stars
Well, that’s just the cutest lil read. Dean was SO sweet, and Rosie was a hot mess in a good way. Dean fell so hard for her, and his acts of service were scrumptious. The way he supported her? Amazing. She appreciated him so much, and them being apart made me sad. I’m glad they figured themselves out, and that their epilogue was so adorable!! I’m pumped to continue reading these stories!!
(Reviewing from husband’s account)
4.5 stars
Well, that’s just the cutest lil read. Dean was SO sweet, and Rosie was a hot mess in a good way. Dean fell so hard for her, and his acts of service were scrumptious. The way he supported her? Amazing. She appreciated him so much, and them being apart made me sad. I’m glad they figured themselves out, and that their epilogue was so adorable!! I’m pumped to continue reading these stories!!
September 16, 2026
All the love for this book & series! Once Upon A Fall is the fantastic fifth book in the Falling for Autumn series & I absolutely loved it! Becky Monson brings a darling fairytale, DIY project vibe to Autumn Ridge, Vermont & I was totally here for it! There are so many favorite tropes, including grumpy vs. sunshine, acts of service, he takes care of her/rescues her, forced proximity, & finding home, all wrapped up in a funny, delightful, small town package.
I adored & could easily identify with Rosie. She has a hard time saying no & often runs herself ragged trying to meet all her obligations. As the new owner of an old B&B, she’s frantically remodeling it into her dream princess-themed Once Upon an Inn. With only the Sleeping Beauty room fully finished, she’s counting on a month-long guest to help with rising costs while she gets everything ready for her October debut during the Fall Festival.
Dean is a no-nonsense, grumpy business consultant staying in Autumn Ridge only as long as it takes to sell the abandoned farmhouse & fire-ravaged apple orchard he inherited from his grandmother. Used to living out of a suitcase & staying in hotels, he’s less than impressed when he arrives at the under-construction fairytale inn. But once he starts helping Rosie with her projects, he sees the kindhearted, overburdened woman beneath the chaos & starts wondering if he’s finally found a place to call home.
I thoroughly enjoyed Rosie & Dean’s romance! They’re total opposites, & it was so much fun seeing the open-book, thinking-out-loud Rosie tug on the heartstrings of monosyllabic, grumpy Dean. Underneath his gruff exterior though is a handsome prince with a heart of gold who cooks for Rosie, takes on all the odd jobs she needs done, & cares for her when she’s sick. I also loved how he encouraged her to stand up for what she wants & learn to say no.
The setting’s such a favorite! I love the small town feel, autumn festival vibes, the gossipy Ednas, & all the ways the characters connect. Highly recommend this fun, fairytale sequel in this amazing series! I received an advanced copy, but also read it in Kindle Unlimited. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.
I adored & could easily identify with Rosie. She has a hard time saying no & often runs herself ragged trying to meet all her obligations. As the new owner of an old B&B, she’s frantically remodeling it into her dream princess-themed Once Upon an Inn. With only the Sleeping Beauty room fully finished, she’s counting on a month-long guest to help with rising costs while she gets everything ready for her October debut during the Fall Festival.
Dean is a no-nonsense, grumpy business consultant staying in Autumn Ridge only as long as it takes to sell the abandoned farmhouse & fire-ravaged apple orchard he inherited from his grandmother. Used to living out of a suitcase & staying in hotels, he’s less than impressed when he arrives at the under-construction fairytale inn. But once he starts helping Rosie with her projects, he sees the kindhearted, overburdened woman beneath the chaos & starts wondering if he’s finally found a place to call home.
I thoroughly enjoyed Rosie & Dean’s romance! They’re total opposites, & it was so much fun seeing the open-book, thinking-out-loud Rosie tug on the heartstrings of monosyllabic, grumpy Dean. Underneath his gruff exterior though is a handsome prince with a heart of gold who cooks for Rosie, takes on all the odd jobs she needs done, & cares for her when she’s sick. I also loved how he encouraged her to stand up for what she wants & learn to say no.
The setting’s such a favorite! I love the small town feel, autumn festival vibes, the gossipy Ednas, & all the ways the characters connect. Highly recommend this fun, fairytale sequel in this amazing series! I received an advanced copy, but also read it in Kindle Unlimited. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.
September 10, 2026
“Dean, everyone needs fairy tales in their life.”
Being back in Autumn Ridge was an absolute dream. Rosie is trying to get an inn up and running before the busy autumn season and Dean is her first guest, and what an explosive start to the story this turned out to be.
The princess themed rooms and the shortcuts had me cackling, especially the Sleeping Beauty room, and I eagerly awaited the completion of each one. Dean’s thin-lipped smile combined with Rosie’s running mouth made me smile and laugh throughout this story, but many times those playful feelings were underlined with all the heart and soul I was hoping for.
Dynamic characters and a charming plot immediately captured my attention. It was fun to see cameos of beloved town residents and the few twists in Rosie’s story added some pizzazz. I think I just might need some pink overalls…
The hard work in readying this inn, along with Dean’s dilemma about what to do with his grandparent’s farm, added to even more details surrounding the autumn festival, infused with all the magnetic chemistry I’ve come to expect with Monson’s books, made this one a bullseye winner.
But it all comes down to this lingering question…how exactly does one evict a family of raccoons?
*I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given*
Being back in Autumn Ridge was an absolute dream. Rosie is trying to get an inn up and running before the busy autumn season and Dean is her first guest, and what an explosive start to the story this turned out to be.
The princess themed rooms and the shortcuts had me cackling, especially the Sleeping Beauty room, and I eagerly awaited the completion of each one. Dean’s thin-lipped smile combined with Rosie’s running mouth made me smile and laugh throughout this story, but many times those playful feelings were underlined with all the heart and soul I was hoping for.
Dynamic characters and a charming plot immediately captured my attention. It was fun to see cameos of beloved town residents and the few twists in Rosie’s story added some pizzazz. I think I just might need some pink overalls…
The hard work in readying this inn, along with Dean’s dilemma about what to do with his grandparent’s farm, added to even more details surrounding the autumn festival, infused with all the magnetic chemistry I’ve come to expect with Monson’s books, made this one a bullseye winner.
But it all comes down to this lingering question…how exactly does one evict a family of raccoons?
*I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given*
September 16, 2026
Audiobook update:
I read the book about 5 weeks ago and it was so much fun to revisit the story listening to the audiobook. I love how the narrators, Talon David and Patrick Boylan, brought Rosie and Dean to life! It made Rosie's inner dialogue when she spirals even better. For me, listening to an audiobook is even better than reading it, even for books I've read.
Original review:
Becky Monson is one of my favorite sweet rom-com authors, and this was exactly the adorable, fun read I was hoping for!
Welcome to Autumn Ridge and the princess-themed Once Upon an Inn, owned by Rosie Harper, who has a serious problem saying “no” to anyone. With the grand opening only a month away, you’d think she’d have enough on her plate. Unfortunately, only one of the five guest rooms—the (very pink) Sleeping Beauty room—is finished. No worries, right? That room is rented for an entire month by Dean Alden, the no-nonsense business consultant who's in town to decide what to do with his late grandparents’ farmhouse and their burned apple orchard. Little did Rosie know that Dean would become her very own “Prince,” helping her turn her dream into reality.
This was such a fun and charming read! I loved the dual POV and especially the way each chapter begins like a little fairy tale. It was such a cute touch and fit the story perfectly. Did I fall in love with Dean as he cooked for Rosie and helped her with the inn? Of course I did! I also loved all the descriptions of the princess-themed rooms. They sound absolutely amazing, and honestly, I wish there were pictures somewhere because I would love to see them!
Rosie did drive me a little crazy with her inability to say “no,” no matter how much it inconvenienced her. I mean, agreeing to be in charge of the fall festival while trying to renovate four bedrooms and bathrooms in one month?! Oh, heck no! 😂 But I loved her positive outlook and determination to make everything work. Thankfully, with Dean’s help, she learns that it’s okay to put herself first sometimes. And that ending? I loved it so much! 💕 It was the perfect way to wrap up this sweet, feel-good romance.
If you enjoy grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, small-town romance, and a little fairy-tale magic, definitely add Once Upon a Fall to your TBR! This book is part of the multi-author Falling for Autumn interconnected series. Each book is a standalone, but the stories connect with one another—and once you read one, you’ll probably want to read them all!
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I read the book about 5 weeks ago and it was so much fun to revisit the story listening to the audiobook. I love how the narrators, Talon David and Patrick Boylan, brought Rosie and Dean to life! It made Rosie's inner dialogue when she spirals even better. For me, listening to an audiobook is even better than reading it, even for books I've read.
Original review:
Becky Monson is one of my favorite sweet rom-com authors, and this was exactly the adorable, fun read I was hoping for!
Welcome to Autumn Ridge and the princess-themed Once Upon an Inn, owned by Rosie Harper, who has a serious problem saying “no” to anyone. With the grand opening only a month away, you’d think she’d have enough on her plate. Unfortunately, only one of the five guest rooms—the (very pink) Sleeping Beauty room—is finished. No worries, right? That room is rented for an entire month by Dean Alden, the no-nonsense business consultant who's in town to decide what to do with his late grandparents’ farmhouse and their burned apple orchard. Little did Rosie know that Dean would become her very own “Prince,” helping her turn her dream into reality.
This was such a fun and charming read! I loved the dual POV and especially the way each chapter begins like a little fairy tale. It was such a cute touch and fit the story perfectly. Did I fall in love with Dean as he cooked for Rosie and helped her with the inn? Of course I did! I also loved all the descriptions of the princess-themed rooms. They sound absolutely amazing, and honestly, I wish there were pictures somewhere because I would love to see them!
Rosie did drive me a little crazy with her inability to say “no,” no matter how much it inconvenienced her. I mean, agreeing to be in charge of the fall festival while trying to renovate four bedrooms and bathrooms in one month?! Oh, heck no! 😂 But I loved her positive outlook and determination to make everything work. Thankfully, with Dean’s help, she learns that it’s okay to put herself first sometimes. And that ending? I loved it so much! 💕 It was the perfect way to wrap up this sweet, feel-good romance.
If you enjoy grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract, small-town romance, and a little fairy-tale magic, definitely add Once Upon a Fall to your TBR! This book is part of the multi-author Falling for Autumn interconnected series. Each book is a standalone, but the stories connect with one another—and once you read one, you’ll probably want to read them all!
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
October 19, 2026
Loved this one!
Such a feel good story!💜💜
Such a feel good story!💜💜
September 9, 2026
Lily’s Content Guide
💋 Romance level: Kisses Only
🗣️ Language: 1 use of jacka**
📚 Genre: Contemporary Romance
🎀 Lily’s verdict: ♥️ A New Favorite
I loved this one immensely❤️ It drew me in immediately and was genuinely impossible to put down! I fell in love with the MCs almost instantly, and I related to Rosie WAY too much with her chaotic way of getting things done 😂
I honestly didn’t want this story to end. I could have stayed with these characters for so much longer! The banter was EVERYTHING, the chemistry was perfection, and I absolutely loved watching these two fall for each other🥹😍
And can we please talk about the rooms?! I SO wish I could see them in person because every single one sounded absolutely stunning🤩 The whole setting made me want to pack my bags and move there immediately.
This book just had that something that made me completely fall in love with it. The characters, the romance, the setting, the banter…I adored all of it. Definitely a new favorite❤️
🍂Grumpy x Sunshine
✨Small Town
🍂Only One Bed
✨Finding Home
🍂Fall Romance
✨Sizzling Chemistry
💋 Romance level: Kisses Only
🗣️ Language: 1 use of jacka**
📚 Genre: Contemporary Romance
🎀 Lily’s verdict: ♥️ A New Favorite
I loved this one immensely❤️ It drew me in immediately and was genuinely impossible to put down! I fell in love with the MCs almost instantly, and I related to Rosie WAY too much with her chaotic way of getting things done 😂
I honestly didn’t want this story to end. I could have stayed with these characters for so much longer! The banter was EVERYTHING, the chemistry was perfection, and I absolutely loved watching these two fall for each other🥹😍
And can we please talk about the rooms?! I SO wish I could see them in person because every single one sounded absolutely stunning🤩 The whole setting made me want to pack my bags and move there immediately.
This book just had that something that made me completely fall in love with it. The characters, the romance, the setting, the banter…I adored all of it. Definitely a new favorite❤️
🍂Grumpy x Sunshine
✨Small Town
🍂Only One Bed
✨Finding Home
🍂Fall Romance
✨Sizzling Chemistry
October 14, 2026
What a sweet book! And now I for sure want an inn or even a B&B. Maybe the epilogue could’ve said that they were adding the breakfast part to it. Much more desirable. Oh well!
Rosie was a sweet character and was finally happy to be able to read her story. Girl was BUSY!! She was very sweet and hardworking. I liked the aspect of her styling the rooms of Disney princesses which was very cute! And her relationship with Dominic was very sweet as well. There constant teasing and joking. I also like how she was just naturally herself. Overalls and all. Such a cute character. I would love her to be my best friend if she was real.
Dean was a hunk. And he was different hunkier than the other men in the series. He’s kinda like Carson. Having a white collar job but being able to get down in some blue collar work when needed. And a loved it how he was kind to Rosie and seeing how much stress she was in and able to take her under his wing. So kind of him. And I’m glad he was able to figure out his grandparents farm. Nice that he was finally able to have a place he could call home for reals.
I really liked the fairytale snippets of each chapter and the descriptions to all the rooms. The paint names are so realistic lol. And I loved how it was dual POV so we could see Dean even though we’ve seen Rosie from the different books, but it was still great to read both their perspectives.
Rosie was a sweet character and was finally happy to be able to read her story. Girl was BUSY!! She was very sweet and hardworking. I liked the aspect of her styling the rooms of Disney princesses which was very cute! And her relationship with Dominic was very sweet as well. There constant teasing and joking. I also like how she was just naturally herself. Overalls and all. Such a cute character. I would love her to be my best friend if she was real.
Dean was a hunk. And he was different hunkier than the other men in the series. He’s kinda like Carson. Having a white collar job but being able to get down in some blue collar work when needed. And a loved it how he was kind to Rosie and seeing how much stress she was in and able to take her under his wing. So kind of him. And I’m glad he was able to figure out his grandparents farm. Nice that he was finally able to have a place he could call home for reals.
I really liked the fairytale snippets of each chapter and the descriptions to all the rooms. The paint names are so realistic lol. And I loved how it was dual POV so we could see Dean even though we’ve seen Rosie from the different books, but it was still great to read both their perspectives.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 30, 2026
“I need someone with positive, happy vibes who will tell me that it will all work out. Because it has to.”
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own, and a review was not required.
If you’ve watched Chesapeake Shores, you might understand exactly why I loved this one so much! There was a storyline involving one of the sisters opening a B&B that I LOVED, and Once Upon a Fall gave me those same cozy, small-town, open-your-heart-and-see-what-happens vibes. And I was HERE FOR IT.
Rosie is such a sweetheart! She’s the owner of a princess-themed inn in Autumn Ridge, Vermont, and she has one tiny problem: she is TERRIBLE at saying no. (Relatable) Between the fall festival, helping everyone who asks, unfinished guest rooms, and a looming payment, she has given everyone a piece of herself…leaving very little Rosie to go around.
Then Dean arrives for a month-long stay while he figures out what to do with the property his grandmother left him. He’s practical, organized, and definitely NOT looking for romance. But somewhere between fixing curtain rods, getting swept into small-town chaos, and seeing just how much Rosie does for everyone else, he starts to see her a little differently❤️
And OH MY GOODNESS, I loved these two!
Dean is an absolute CHARMER, and their unexpected romance is just so darn charming. Watching Rosie learn that she can’t keep saying yes to everyone while Dean slowly realizes that maybe staying somewhere—and with someone—doesn’t have to be such a bad thing either.
And if you’ve ever struggled with saying no because you genuinely want to help everyone, YOU WILL RELATE TO ROSIE SO MUCH.
This is cozy, charming, fall-filled romance at its finest, and I absolutely loved spending time in Autumn Ridge again!
Available TODAY! Add this one to your fall TBR!
Happy Reading📚
Content/Trigger: strained family relationships, loss of a loved one (off page), 1 swear, romance—kisses only.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own, and a review was not required.
If you’ve watched Chesapeake Shores, you might understand exactly why I loved this one so much! There was a storyline involving one of the sisters opening a B&B that I LOVED, and Once Upon a Fall gave me those same cozy, small-town, open-your-heart-and-see-what-happens vibes. And I was HERE FOR IT.
Rosie is such a sweetheart! She’s the owner of a princess-themed inn in Autumn Ridge, Vermont, and she has one tiny problem: she is TERRIBLE at saying no. (Relatable) Between the fall festival, helping everyone who asks, unfinished guest rooms, and a looming payment, she has given everyone a piece of herself…leaving very little Rosie to go around.
Then Dean arrives for a month-long stay while he figures out what to do with the property his grandmother left him. He’s practical, organized, and definitely NOT looking for romance. But somewhere between fixing curtain rods, getting swept into small-town chaos, and seeing just how much Rosie does for everyone else, he starts to see her a little differently❤️
And OH MY GOODNESS, I loved these two!
Dean is an absolute CHARMER, and their unexpected romance is just so darn charming. Watching Rosie learn that she can’t keep saying yes to everyone while Dean slowly realizes that maybe staying somewhere—and with someone—doesn’t have to be such a bad thing either.
And if you’ve ever struggled with saying no because you genuinely want to help everyone, YOU WILL RELATE TO ROSIE SO MUCH.
This is cozy, charming, fall-filled romance at its finest, and I absolutely loved spending time in Autumn Ridge again!
Available TODAY! Add this one to your fall TBR!
Happy Reading📚
Content/Trigger: strained family relationships, loss of a loved one (off page), 1 swear, romance—kisses only.
October 4, 2026
Maybe 4.5⭐️! My fav of the series so far.
I struggled a bit with Rosie at the beginning, mostly because she’s basically the opposite of me 😅 Dean was such a great not-really-a-grump and grew into such a swoony steadiness. I loved the bonus scene!!
I struggled a bit with Rosie at the beginning, mostly because she’s basically the opposite of me 😅 Dean was such a great not-really-a-grump and grew into such a swoony steadiness. I loved the bonus scene!!
September 13, 2026
Very rarely do I give these silly little rom coms 5 stars, but I had absolutely zero complaints about this one.
September 16, 2026
Ok so I have mixed feelings because Dean was a green flag MMC and I love that - he was an acts-of-service lover and that automatically makes him swoon-worthy! Rosie was quirky, but oh-so sweet. I definitely liked the growth she had in learning to say “no” as a hardcore people-pleaser!
That being said…this story took me DAYS to get into. I feel like the plot was really slow and it lacked tension as the romance was supposed to build. I feel like Dean and Rosie went from getting along with each other to being in love…kinda dating, then kinda not… which was a little confusing trajectory. It lacked the simmering tension underneath. The writing felt a little “Disney channel” in my opinion, almost like you could have the cheesy laugh tracks added in, but that criticism could very well just be because of my preference in writing styles.
Overall, once I hit about 40-50% I enjoyed the book and was able to binge the rest pretty quickly! Definitely a cute, quick, and quirky fall romance!☺️🍁
That being said…this story took me DAYS to get into. I feel like the plot was really slow and it lacked tension as the romance was supposed to build. I feel like Dean and Rosie went from getting along with each other to being in love…kinda dating, then kinda not… which was a little confusing trajectory. It lacked the simmering tension underneath. The writing felt a little “Disney channel” in my opinion, almost like you could have the cheesy laugh tracks added in, but that criticism could very well just be because of my preference in writing styles.
Overall, once I hit about 40-50% I enjoyed the book and was able to binge the rest pretty quickly! Definitely a cute, quick, and quirky fall romance!☺️🍁
September 15, 2026
The first several chapters of this book made Rosie look like an idiot. She owns an inn and is using hot glue to hang a shower curtain rod? No one wants to read about an incompetent FMC. Parts of the book were good but I just couldn't root for her with all the poor choices in the beginning. I also couldn't sense any chemistry between the main characters.
October 2, 2026
This is my favorite book by Becky! I just love Rosie’s quirky self and related to her so much when it came to over extending herself for others. Forced proximity, acts of service, and finding home are all things that make this book just a pure delight. It is a joy of a read!
TW: Past loss of loved ones, Mildly manipulative parent
TW: Past loss of loved ones, Mildly manipulative parent
September 5, 2026
Ahhh Rosie! You're just the cutest and full of determination, joy, and goodness! You completely pulled me in to your story. You had me giggling over your thoughts and comments, and super glue!!! I loved every minute of getting to know you. You have pluck, that's for sure. Just watch yourself when Dean Alden shows up. He's going to keep you on your toes. Mostly because he just won't know how to take you. But he'll figure it out very quickly! Get ready for a man who is going to jump in and be willing to help however you need it. He won't even wait to be told, he'll see a need a take care of it. Because he's just as good of a person as you are. He might be a touch prickly at first, but don't worry, he's just a little lost and he's grieving. But your light is going to shine so brightly that he's going to be drawn to it. And he's drawn to you because he thinks your beautiful. So win, win! And you know you're attracted to him as well. *Snickers* Remember that super glue incident? You might need to thank the super glue...or not. Hahaha! *IFKYK*
Y'all, this book was so much fun! I know I can always count on Becky Monson to write characters that are full of life, and she did it again with Rosie and Dean. I love her sense of humor that comes out in her characters, but this one just felt so sweet and happy, outside of the humor. I just loved the feeling of this book while reading it. It was truly wonderful. I was smiling and truly enjoying every moment of my time spent in these pages. The emotions that were felt as these two had more and more of their backstories unfolding, had me cheering that they would end up together and find peace and joy and happiness with their love story!
And can I say that I am really hoping that Rosie's twin brother will get his own story too? He was a character, and such a good brother! I really, really, really, hope we're going to see him again! And maybe he is one of the main characters in this Falling for Autumn series, I haven't looked super closely at all of the other books yet, but I can't wait to read more of them. They're all by different authors, who just happen to be my favorites! So if you didn't know there were more books in this world, now you do! Yay!!! Go read this one, and those ones! They're all stand alones!
Content: Clean.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
Y'all, this book was so much fun! I know I can always count on Becky Monson to write characters that are full of life, and she did it again with Rosie and Dean. I love her sense of humor that comes out in her characters, but this one just felt so sweet and happy, outside of the humor. I just loved the feeling of this book while reading it. It was truly wonderful. I was smiling and truly enjoying every moment of my time spent in these pages. The emotions that were felt as these two had more and more of their backstories unfolding, had me cheering that they would end up together and find peace and joy and happiness with their love story!
And can I say that I am really hoping that Rosie's twin brother will get his own story too? He was a character, and such a good brother! I really, really, really, hope we're going to see him again! And maybe he is one of the main characters in this Falling for Autumn series, I haven't looked super closely at all of the other books yet, but I can't wait to read more of them. They're all by different authors, who just happen to be my favorites! So if you didn't know there were more books in this world, now you do! Yay!!! Go read this one, and those ones! They're all stand alones!
Content: Clean.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
September 11, 2026
Once Upon a Fall
(Falling for Autumn Book 6)
by Becky Monson
@bmonsonauthor
••I give 5 stars!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
-I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
~Wanting things has never come easy for Rosie Harper. And Dean Alden was never supposed to feel like home...
-Oh my dear friends, Once Upon a Fall, is such an adorable, delightful, cozy read! It was absolutely wonderful to get Rosie and Dean’s story! I simply could not get enough of this dear story! There is such wonderful humor, heart, depth within. In between home repairs on a “fairytale” themed bed and breakfast, small town chaos, home cooked meals, hanging a fluffy pink shower curtain, this story helps a dear “prince” of sorts start to see the woman underneath it all—the one who’s spent so long making everyone else happy that she’s forgotten how to ask herself what she wants was endearing. I loved watching Rosie’s character grow and find her little slice of a fairytale come true in real life. The genuine care and happiness that comes of working together, standing grounds, and choosing to pursue the dreams wished upon the heart have a delightful way of coming true! Yes, there are some bumps and the need to fix things the right way rather than a quick fix of hot glue, home realized is more than just a place! To be with and create such a place of home is where it’s at! Once Upon A Fall, is an absolute delight of a story worth the read and is the dear series, that it is part of!🍁📚🩷‼️✨
•Content: No language, no violence, some strained finances, some strained family ties, a raccoon family infestation, people pleasing, some feelings of loss/grief, death of loved ones (off page, mentioned on page), kisses only
#onceuponafall
#fallingforautumnseries
#bmonsonauthor
#allaboutthebestreads
(Falling for Autumn Book 6)
by Becky Monson
@bmonsonauthor
••I give 5 stars!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
-I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
~Wanting things has never come easy for Rosie Harper. And Dean Alden was never supposed to feel like home...
-Oh my dear friends, Once Upon a Fall, is such an adorable, delightful, cozy read! It was absolutely wonderful to get Rosie and Dean’s story! I simply could not get enough of this dear story! There is such wonderful humor, heart, depth within. In between home repairs on a “fairytale” themed bed and breakfast, small town chaos, home cooked meals, hanging a fluffy pink shower curtain, this story helps a dear “prince” of sorts start to see the woman underneath it all—the one who’s spent so long making everyone else happy that she’s forgotten how to ask herself what she wants was endearing. I loved watching Rosie’s character grow and find her little slice of a fairytale come true in real life. The genuine care and happiness that comes of working together, standing grounds, and choosing to pursue the dreams wished upon the heart have a delightful way of coming true! Yes, there are some bumps and the need to fix things the right way rather than a quick fix of hot glue, home realized is more than just a place! To be with and create such a place of home is where it’s at! Once Upon A Fall, is an absolute delight of a story worth the read and is the dear series, that it is part of!🍁📚🩷‼️✨
•Content: No language, no violence, some strained finances, some strained family ties, a raccoon family infestation, people pleasing, some feelings of loss/grief, death of loved ones (off page, mentioned on page), kisses only
#onceuponafall
#fallingforautumnseries
#bmonsonauthor
#allaboutthebestreads
September 27, 2026
Rosie, I freaking love you! She is absolutely adorable and the biggest hot mess ever. And Dean? I LOVE a grumpy man who takes special care of his girl. This story was soooooo cute. I absolutely loved being submerged into the Inn and Rosie’s life. The way Dean stepped up and helped, all while falling for Rosie, was such a beautiful journey. Loved it!
October 17, 2026
One of my favorites from the series! So so good!
September 21, 2026
Wow, I love how the narrators brought Rosie and Dean's personalities to life in this book. I read a copy before I listened so this was my second time through and I loved it! Especially Rosie's inner freak outs. Reading was one thing but hearing the narrator do it (in 1.7 speed) was absolutely fantastic. And relatable. So many things made me smile in this story.
I love how Rosie and Dean become friends and how that developed into more. Dean is a master of the "acts of service" love language. It was exactly what Rosie needed. There's nothing quite like a man speaking your love language. Right?? I swooned a bit over the first kiss and yeah, completely fell in love with Rosie and Dean's love story.
This book is part of a series of books set in the same small town. It can absolutely stand alone but I've read all the other books and it's so fun to have some cross over characters appearing in each book.
I love how Rosie and Dean become friends and how that developed into more. Dean is a master of the "acts of service" love language. It was exactly what Rosie needed. There's nothing quite like a man speaking your love language. Right?? I swooned a bit over the first kiss and yeah, completely fell in love with Rosie and Dean's love story.
This book is part of a series of books set in the same small town. It can absolutely stand alone but I've read all the other books and it's so fun to have some cross over characters appearing in each book.
September 1, 2026
Welcome to Autumn Ridge, Vermont! If you haven’t been welcome, if you have awesome, this is my second trip back to this cozy town!
While I may not know much about people pleasing, I do know that it’s a real thing and that Rosie (FMC) is a textbook definition. She says yes because she cares, not because she is a complete pushover. She has rooms to finish setting up her inn and to coordinate all things Fall Festival! This girl stays busy, yet most of the town just chalk it up to Rosie’s charm. One local even asks if he can store his late father’s truck in her garage for a period, which she happily complies with. Meanwhile her only guest so far is bewildered by her lack of ability to say no.
Dean (MMC) is that guest! He comes back to Autumn Ridge to check out the property and house he was recently bequeathed by his grandma. He’s a business consultant by trade, has no idea what to do with his acquirings nor does he know what to do with the people pleasing innkeeper who has way more work that she could ever hope to do on her own. Instead of giving Rosie a list of wrongs or strategies – which he easily could do, instead he offers her a hand! Such begins part of their routine, while waiting out a raccoon eviction at the farmhouse, Dean jumps into the remodeling trenches, but he ups the ante when he starts making them dinner nightly.
I love how routine these two protags become and their banter is so fun! She pokes at him for his lack of smiling; he comments on no matter how unique the paint color that it just is simply white or purple… also paying in pastries doesn’t work as easily for Dean as it does her brother! By the end of the book, I wasn’t even ready for him to check out of his room! Oh, the feelings one feels after so much forced proximity! Also, her rambling, whether she says it aloud or simply internalizes it are sometimes comedic gold! Job well done Becky! Another fantastic read!
While I may not know much about people pleasing, I do know that it’s a real thing and that Rosie (FMC) is a textbook definition. She says yes because she cares, not because she is a complete pushover. She has rooms to finish setting up her inn and to coordinate all things Fall Festival! This girl stays busy, yet most of the town just chalk it up to Rosie’s charm. One local even asks if he can store his late father’s truck in her garage for a period, which she happily complies with. Meanwhile her only guest so far is bewildered by her lack of ability to say no.
Dean (MMC) is that guest! He comes back to Autumn Ridge to check out the property and house he was recently bequeathed by his grandma. He’s a business consultant by trade, has no idea what to do with his acquirings nor does he know what to do with the people pleasing innkeeper who has way more work that she could ever hope to do on her own. Instead of giving Rosie a list of wrongs or strategies – which he easily could do, instead he offers her a hand! Such begins part of their routine, while waiting out a raccoon eviction at the farmhouse, Dean jumps into the remodeling trenches, but he ups the ante when he starts making them dinner nightly.
I love how routine these two protags become and their banter is so fun! She pokes at him for his lack of smiling; he comments on no matter how unique the paint color that it just is simply white or purple… also paying in pastries doesn’t work as easily for Dean as it does her brother! By the end of the book, I wasn’t even ready for him to check out of his room! Oh, the feelings one feels after so much forced proximity! Also, her rambling, whether she says it aloud or simply internalizes it are sometimes comedic gold! Job well done Becky! Another fantastic read!
October 6, 2026
Spice: none
Language: none
Thank you @bmonsonauthor for the ARC, all thoughts are my own.
It was so fun to get to jump into Rosie's story! I've been waiting for her since we first saw her pop up in this series. A woman remodeling an inn to be princess themed? She was too intriguing to pass up! I adored the way @bmonsonauthor gave her the sunniest personality and matched her with a grump who's secretly a softy. This one was tender and sweet and still full of humor. I love these two! The forced proximity was
* perfect and the way he consistently took care of her?
Even better.
Read this one if you love acts of service and grumps who can't help but love their sunshine girl.
#nospicebookreview #smalltown #grumpysunshine
Language: none
Thank you @bmonsonauthor for the ARC, all thoughts are my own.
It was so fun to get to jump into Rosie's story! I've been waiting for her since we first saw her pop up in this series. A woman remodeling an inn to be princess themed? She was too intriguing to pass up! I adored the way @bmonsonauthor gave her the sunniest personality and matched her with a grump who's secretly a softy. This one was tender and sweet and still full of humor. I love these two! The forced proximity was
* perfect and the way he consistently took care of her?
Even better.
Read this one if you love acts of service and grumps who can't help but love their sunshine girl.
#nospicebookreview #smalltown #grumpysunshine
September 10, 2026
This was a delightful read with Rosie who owns an inn with princess-themed rooms and has a hard time saying no to people. Her only guest, Dean, in Autumn Ridge trying to figure out what to do with the farm his late grandmother bequeathed him. Once Upon a Fall is a clean read with banter and Dean and Rosie working together to get the inn ready. I enjoyed the characters and storyline. Wonderful read.
September 21, 2026
Omg I couldn’t put this book down!!! It’s my favorite fall read so far this year! I loved being back in Autumn Ridge, and getting to read Rosie’s story!
🍁🏔️🎃🧸🕯️🍂🥰
Rosie and Dean were soooo Gilmore Girls coded, and the perfect Grumpy/Sunshine pair. I loved watching Dean not only help Rosie with the inn, but help her become more confident in herself and less of a people pleaser (I could totally relate). He was just so dreamy, definitely her night in shining armor showing up to help her with her Princess themed Inn.
They were seriously the cutest little Fall fairytale romance!
🍁🏔️🎃🧸🕯️🍂🥰
Rosie and Dean were soooo Gilmore Girls coded, and the perfect Grumpy/Sunshine pair. I loved watching Dean not only help Rosie with the inn, but help her become more confident in herself and less of a people pleaser (I could totally relate). He was just so dreamy, definitely her night in shining armor showing up to help her with her Princess themed Inn.
They were seriously the cutest little Fall fairytale romance!
November 1, 2026
Dean and Rosie were so cute together!
One thing I’m loving about this series is that it happens concurrently rather than consecutively. So with each book we go back to the beginning of this fall time period. While I’m reading I’m thinking about “well so and so is doing this” and “these characters are doing this” or “I know this character is about to show up”. And then there are certain events and plot points that happen in every book almost as anchors. It’s just been a lot of fun!
One thing I’m loving about this series is that it happens concurrently rather than consecutively. So with each book we go back to the beginning of this fall time period. While I’m reading I’m thinking about “well so and so is doing this” and “these characters are doing this” or “I know this character is about to show up”. And then there are certain events and plot points that happen in every book almost as anchors. It’s just been a lot of fun!
September 28, 2026
Another Cute Trip to Fall Wonderland
This book kinda solidified that I don’t really like Dominic. He was just as rude as he was in his own book, except maybe even worse because he let his sister struggle so much with minimal help. It was an adorable story, though, and I loved Dean. A fairytale-style inn sounds kind of weird to be honest, and I kind of think Dean should’ve left his mom to fend for herself (harsh, I know), but overall it was a cute story!
This book kinda solidified that I don’t really like Dominic. He was just as rude as he was in his own book, except maybe even worse because he let his sister struggle so much with minimal help. It was an adorable story, though, and I loved Dean. A fairytale-style inn sounds kind of weird to be honest, and I kind of think Dean should’ve left his mom to fend for herself (harsh, I know), but overall it was a cute story!
October 2, 2026
This book makes me rant.
The quip in this book about “she needs to learn to say no, no that’s not fair, people need to stop asking,” got me all fired up. Asking is communicating. We aren’t mind readers. Girl needs to learn boundaries, and that it’s okay to say no. It’s obviously fine with HER to ask for help. She says yes to everything, only to make her problem everyone else’s problem, asking (read: demanding) her brother to help her with the giant mess she gets herself into, not once but repeatedly. When she says yes to things she’s not accepting to do all this herself, she’s pushing her tasks on other people who hadn’t volunteered. She drives me crazy. I did not like her at all.
Dean was cool. Except for that line I mentioned above.
The quip in this book about “she needs to learn to say no, no that’s not fair, people need to stop asking,” got me all fired up. Asking is communicating. We aren’t mind readers. Girl needs to learn boundaries, and that it’s okay to say no. It’s obviously fine with HER to ask for help. She says yes to everything, only to make her problem everyone else’s problem, asking (read: demanding) her brother to help her with the giant mess she gets herself into, not once but repeatedly. When she says yes to things she’s not accepting to do all this herself, she’s pushing her tasks on other people who hadn’t volunteered. She drives me crazy. I did not like her at all.
Dean was cool. Except for that line I mentioned above.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Well, what can I say!? I've loved visiting this town. This is the 3rd book I've read from this multi-author series and I've got a 4th dowloaded. I think you can read these out of order and still fully enjoy each story. I love the little nuggets/Easter eggs/nods to the other books. It takes talent to do that without giving any spoilers! I can never get enough of the Walker family mentions! ha Can Luke get a story!?
I loved the heroine for her relatble, to me at least, her awkwardness in an endearing way. (though she's definitely endearing and awkward but I'm just awkward, lol) I will say I was with the Hero and wanting to help her not be such a people pleaser. I was wanting to yell say no too! "Still, she's put so much of herself into every other room in this place and almost nothing into her own." Yep!
The Edna's! What can you say about those two? They're a hoot and so frustrating at the same time. The fact that while this is a fun story I was still able to get into it like these characters were real is one reason why I love this author so much. Always a great flow to the story with characters with personalities and traits that are true to life and mimick the real world so it's easy to escape into a fun read and town. The ending was sweet, the Hero's mom is a piece of work, the two main characters are fabulous and I loved reading them come together and grow. The End!
I loved the heroine for her relatble, to me at least, her awkwardness in an endearing way. (though she's definitely endearing and awkward but I'm just awkward, lol) I will say I was with the Hero and wanting to help her not be such a people pleaser. I was wanting to yell say no too! "Still, she's put so much of herself into every other room in this place and almost nothing into her own." Yep!
The Edna's! What can you say about those two? They're a hoot and so frustrating at the same time. The fact that while this is a fun story I was still able to get into it like these characters were real is one reason why I love this author so much. Always a great flow to the story with characters with personalities and traits that are true to life and mimick the real world so it's easy to escape into a fun read and town. The ending was sweet, the Hero's mom is a piece of work, the two main characters are fabulous and I loved reading them come together and grow. The End!
October 8, 2026
Super sweet fall romance! I love how the series is interconnected, so we get to see the lives of all the couples in Autumn Ridge. The setting is so cozy and, well, autumn-y, and I love all of the recurring side characters!
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