Fall Into Me

by Becca Neil

Kindle Edition

Expected publication October 16, 2026

Reviews

[Jessica Swan]

Thank you to the author for the ARC. All thoughts are my own.

Every book I have read by Becca Neil has been an easy 5 star for me. I loved every second of this.

As someone who was in a long distance relationship for many years, and who is now happily married to my partner, I saw myself and my husband a lot in these pages. The phone calls, the texting, the super short and sporadic visits where you long to just have one more day together. This was done really well and it was beautiful watching their love story blossom. Also Bri was adorable. I highly recommend you read this book if you want a hard earned HEA. <3

Also the illustrations added a whole new layer to the story and I loved them.

[Logan Adams]

I loved this book so much. Ash and Cass are so sweet together, and their story was perfect. I loved the slow development of their relationship from afar, and the conflict that arises makes perfect sense for the characters and their respective situations. Becca set everything up really well. Watching Cass and Ash slowly fall in love, seeing Ash become a confident and incredible caregiver to his niece, witnessing Cass realize what he really wants (ASH!) - all of that was just wonderful. If you like romances that tug on your heartstrings, check this one out.

[Lyn Solomon-Linville]

Becca Neill's epilogues are always amazing and this one was no different, but that is all I will say about that!
A truly beautiful story Ash and Cass, amazing men, each with their own huge capacity for love and kindness and beautiful heavy emotions.
Ash's situation in the beginning of the book was the saddest, and when you find out the author had a similar situation you will get it.
This is the first instance of many of Cass's sweet and caring nature.
"He stood there leaning up against this total stranger in the middle of an intersection in Redding, California, shaking and dizzy, and he cried." This was Ash.
The side characters who start with Brie, who Ash adopted, his friend Shaina, and I especially loved Cass's parents who at the end of the book made a very important decision important for both men.
Two of the things I really loved in this book were the text messaging. It was not overwhelming but something I really looked forward to seeing.
And the artwork. It was so wonderful to see what the author decided to illustrate.
I would have given five stars but it was a tiny bit too long for me, but worth it totally.

[A Good Girl’s Bookshelf]

An exquisite, heart-wrenching story that will break your heart wide open only to sew it back together piece by piece (as Becca Neil does to me every time)! Becca Neil delivers an absolutely beautiful piece in slow-burn emotional storytelling with Fall Into Me, crafting a deeply moving romance that feels profoundly human, poetic, and grounded in real life. Blending realistic grief with immense tenderness.

The story opens in the wake of an unthinkable tragedy. After losing his parents years prior, 20-year-old Asher receives a catastrophic late-night phone call that takes his twin sister, leaving him entirely alone, and suddenly responsible for his 3-month-old niece, Bri. Overwhelmed, grieving, and completely ill-equipped for sudden fatherhood, Ash attempts to drive back home to Seattle only to get stranded mid-blizzard in Redding, California. Physical and emotional exhaustion culminate in him quite literally collapsing into the arms of Caspian. Cass, who set his own life on hold to move back home as a devoted caregiver for his sick mother, instantly steps up to shield Ash from the storm. Once the roads clear and 600 miles separate them, an enduring, fragile lifeline of text messages, shared photos, and late-night phone calls begins to bloom into something life-changing.

This is a true, soul-deep slow burn done to perfection. Rather than rushing into physical intimacy, Ash and Cass build a genuine foundation of trust, vulnerability, and friendship through long-distance communication first. Watching their connection deepen naturally over time makes every milestone feel extraordinarily earned. Little Bri is the sunshine in this book! Readers get to watch her realistically grow from a tiny infant into a spirited toddler alongside Ash's journey into a confident, loving parent. The inclusion of illustrated text messages and photos throughout the text adds a uniquely intimate, tangible charm. Cass's mother and father are absolute gems who will steal your heart from their very first scene. Their quiet, enduring love story serves as a beautiful backdrop, and the supportive network of friends and family weaves seamless warmth into every chapter. Both men carry heavy emotional loads, but instead of fixing each other overnight, they learn to hold space for one another, creating a safe harbor where healing can happen at its own pace.

Be prepared to have tissues within arm's reach! Becca Neil handles tragedy, grief, and the sudden weight of caregiving with exquisite sensitivity. There is an effortless, poetic naturalness to Becca Neil’s writing that completely pulls me under. She doesn’t rely on overly ornate prose; instead, her strength lies in a quiet, grounded simplicity that makes every emotion feel entirely tangible and real. Because the characters feel so authentic from the very first page, forming an attachment to them is inevitable. Even the slow burn feels so perfectly paced and organic that it never actually feels slow to me. The narrative flows with such seamless grace that putting it down simply wasn't an option. I devoured this in less than 48 hours! Because the story deals so honestly with sudden loss, bereavement, and caring for an ill parent, the emotional weight of the first half is heavy and raw. Readers might be surprised by the depth of tears this book evokes. the delicate pacing, poetic simplicity, and radiant hope running through every page turn what could be a heavy tragedy into a profoundly uplifting, healing journey.

Fall Into Me is a breathtakingly tender, emotional triumph that reminds us how powerful kindness can be when everything else falls apart. Becca Neil has written a comforting, beautiful masterpiece that will linger in my heart long after these gorgeous epilogues. that final 10 year epilogue!? it finished me, i was running out of tears. a definite must read! add to your TBR, it releases October 16th!

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[Steffi]

This is an ARC review, the book will be released on October 16th.

This is not a 5-star rating only because this is an ARC, but I absolutely adored this story. The pacing, the characters, the slow burn..pretty much everything worked for me.

Generally speaking, Becca Neil has some very highly rated books from me. Some have been better, some not quite as much, but I’ve never read one from her that I thought was bad. And honestly, I think this might be her best one yet.

I mean, I just looooove a slow burn, and I mean a REAL slow burn. As in, the characters don’t just fall into bed together and then figure out their feelings afterwards. I want to see them actually getting to know each other, building that connection and slowly falling for each other, and this book did that SO well.

I had a little bit of anxiety in the beginning because of the boyfriend coming into the picture, but honestly, that whole topic was handled so beautifully that by the end it didn’t bother me at all. If anything, it just showed how completely smitten Cass was with Ash from the very beginning.

I also absolutely adored Brie. And at some point I actually noticed her development from baby to toddler as the story progressed, which was written so well.

Another thing I loved: the text messages! I love books that include messages between the characters, and this was a big part of the story. I especially loved getting messages from the friends because it made it feel like their lives were still happening outside of the main story, even when we had little time jumps or the focus was more heavily on Cass and Ash.

And the side characters (friends, parents, found family) were all woven into the story so beautifully. They actually felt like part of the characters’ lives rather than just being there when the plot needed them.

The pictures included in the text messages were such a lovely little touch as well.

Anyhow, all I’m saying is that this book hit pretty much every single thing I love in a good romance.

I absolutely adored it. ❤️

[Mem]

Becca did an incredible job with this book. But that’s to be expected, everything Becca writes is beyond exceptional. The emotional journey I went on while reading this book was crazy, it both broke and healed me.
I loved the slow build of Cass and Ash’s relationship, and the hurdles they went through to be together. It was just so moving, and so incredibly real. Struggling with grief in anyway is so hard, and both Ash and Cass helped carry each other out of the pit they both dug themselves, and they’re both better for it!
Cass’s mum and dad stole my heart instantly, I too wish to find someone I could sit with quietly in the car or read to lovingly in the evenings. They were both just so cute. I was really happy when they decided to move with Cass to Seattle.
Bri was so adorable, I’m so glad we got to see her grow. Every moment she was around I was grinning like an idiot.
This book broke my heart, made me cry almost every chapter, and also gave me way too many moments that made me grin like an idiot staring at my kindle (mostly in public too 🙈).
Cass, Ash, and Bri have healed a piece of me, and I’m forever grateful this book exists. ❤️❤️❤️❤️‍🩹

[Heidi H.]

Becca Neil is truly an expert at bringing emotionally charged stories and characters to life. Fall Into Me is a wonderfully written love story that takes readers on a journey of grief, growth, help, and healing. Ash and Cass are both young men burdened early with the complexity of caring for family. And as caretakers know, while being fulfilling, it can also be isolating and hollow at times. Becca's ability to tell these heartbreaking stories is unmatched and I flew through this book in hopes of finding that HEA along with our MMCs. This book is filled with so much care and love. As with all of Becca's books, I will return to read this one again.

[Logan]

This book is an emotional journey of grieving, healing, finding love and fighting for it. From the very first page this book brings all the hard emotions. But throughout the book Cass and Ash find a way through the ups and downs of life together. It shows how just a simple phone call, a text and a listening ear can change someone’s entire day. It also shows how love is worth fighting for even if it’s hard and seems like it doesn’t have a chance. Please read the trigger warnings though before reading this book as it deals with very heavy themes that may trigger some people.

[Ashley]

AN EPICALLY EMOTIONALLY POWERFUL READ!

The emotions slammed right into with this one! Cass and Ash literally light up the pages with their emotions and are I felt it all. Their story and moments really touched me. This author has a gift to create stories that touch you! Definitely a read that has all the feels! This is an ARC review.

[Brandy Donato]

RTC

[Linda]

4,5 ✨️

[Haley Richardson]

Amazing! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6 stars!

I absolutely loved Ash and Cass! These two were so lovely! So heartwarming!

Don't let this book page count scare you, I know a lot of people see a big book and is like, "I don't knooooow🤔" but this one absolutely worth it, every word, worth it. I love bigger books cuz that just means I get to stay in that universe longer lol 😁😂

BRI!!!! Ommggg this little girl was absolutely hilarious and adorable! 🫶 she was too adorable, I wanted to cry everytime she was in a scene lol too cute! 🥰

Their long distance relationship was beautiful! The beginning when they weren't together at first and then when they decided to do it! 🥰🫶 all of it was amazing! Those cute art pieces in the book too 😍😍

The healing in this book too. My goodness. It was just such a beautiful book! I can't say it enough!

Yes it is a low spice book but do not let that persuade you away from the book. I usually don't go for a low one but omg it was so perfect! Sometimes you need something a little different! Try something new!

Becca, you did it again lol! I love your books and this one was def a hit! 🥰🫶

Check it out on Oct.16! ❤️

[Lovisa]

I got the wonderful opportunity to ARC read this book, and here is my review! 💕

If you enjoy slow burns and wholesome love stories, this one is definitely for you! I absolutely love Becca Neil’s books. She has such a wonderful way of portraying different kinds of trauma while making you feel deeply invested in all of her characters, and this book was no exception.

I couldn’t put this book down. I had to know how Ash and Cass’s relationship would evolve, and I absolutely adored little Bri. 🥹❤️

As much as this book is wholesome and full of love, it also touches on difficult topics such as loss and becoming a caregiver for a parent. I loved how Becca managed to balance the heavier themes with the lighthearted and heartwarming moments. Seeing Ash and Cass’s relationship develop was truly one of my favorite parts of the story.

A beautiful, emotional, and heartwarming read that I highly recommend! ✨

[Tima's Epic Reads]

Ahhhh I loved this book! While there is angst and hurt, this book is 100% cozy, and I felt warm reading every page. As you know, the book summary is that it follows Ash, who lives in Seattle and has to care for his young niece after a tragedy, and Cass, who lives in Northern California and has to care for his mother, who is in poor health. The depth we get from these two characters made me fall deeply for them emotionally. My body went through every emotion while reading...I cried, laughed, yearned, and rooted for these two to get their happy ending.

I have to say I loved the pacing the most. I feel like, in true Becca Neil fashion, the pacing pulls the reader into Ash and Cass's world in a way Becca expertly accomplishes in her writing. We get the exciting and the mundane life these two lead, and the way it adds intensity to the yearning is inexplicable.

If you are looking for a slow pace, slow burn cozy comfort read look no further!

[Kurstie]

When two green flags find each other! Ash and Cass both have a lot going on, one is looking after a sick mother and the other is taking care of his dead twin sisters baby. It's a lot, but they have each other.
I think one thing that Becca always does well is writing the scope of grief and trauma. There are good days and bad, ups and downs, pushing people away and feeling lonely and the burden you carry as survivors. It's all depicted so well, and you feel it along with them.
I love the long distance trope, I haven't read it in a while so was really excited and haven't been disappointed.
Honestly, I'd give anything to have a Cass in my life.
The only thing I struggled with in this book was that the characteristics of Bri didn't feel natural to me. She was depicted really well as a baby but I struggled as she grew up as she was way too advanced in my opinion.
Saying that Bri and Ash's relationship was adorable and beautiful and the art was amazing. I wish more books did that.

[Shaku]

A true masterpiece! I adore it.
And I love Ash, Cass, and Bri so much—they are simply amazing. I loved the story and the way it portrays just how hard and unexpected it is to lose someone important in your life—and, ultimately, to come to terms with it. ❤️✨

I adore the relationship between Ash and Cass and the way they fought to be together, even when it seemed impossible. Bri is officially the most adorable baby and the cutest little girl in the world; I love her so much!🥹💕✨

This book stirred up so many emotions and offered so many touching moments. It made me cry a lot, but it also warmed my soul—as often happens with Becca Neil's books.❤️❤️❤️

[jr_hobbs70]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Sweet, emotional, and heartfelt. This book has loss, grief, a baby, and a long-distance love that you can't help but root for. It ends with healing, found family, and a HEA. Really enjoyed it.