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The Fear of Falling
Everyone knows love is a battlefield. For Lenny Johnstone, it’s more like a challenge.
Actually, everything is kind of a challenge for her. In comparison to her stunning—yet flighty—twin sister, Lenny’s awkwardly tall, painfully shy, and not so good at putting herself out there. Which is why she’s decided it’s high time she faced her demons. Starting with the one thing that’s always terrified her most: roller coasters.
Meeting a man was not on her summer to-do list. Falling for the tall, dark, and handsome stranger who wants to help her overcome her fears wasn’t either.
But Lenny’s about to learn that the only thing with more twists and turns than a roller coaster is love.
Please note: The Fear of Falling is an original short story written for the Read Me Romance Podcast, and will be available exclusively as an audiobook for three months.
Actually, everything is kind of a challenge for her. In comparison to her stunning—yet flighty—twin sister, Lenny’s awkwardly tall, painfully shy, and not so good at putting herself out there. Which is why she’s decided it’s high time she faced her demons. Starting with the one thing that’s always terrified her most: roller coasters.
Meeting a man was not on her summer to-do list. Falling for the tall, dark, and handsome stranger who wants to help her overcome her fears wasn’t either.
But Lenny’s about to learn that the only thing with more twists and turns than a roller coaster is love.
Please note: The Fear of Falling is an original short story written for the Read Me Romance Podcast, and will be available exclusively as an audiobook for three months.
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First published March 30, 2020
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B. Cranford
11 books584 followersB. Cranford is a proud Australian living in the USA, a lover of books, breadsticks and bed, and the mother of two children who are far too similar to their father for her liking. A lifelong reader, she dove into the romance genre on the recommendation of her best friend and hasn’t looked back since. Her debut novel, The Brightest Star, a second chance romance with (she hopes) heart and humor was released on July 13, 2017, which just so happened to be her birthday. Because if you release a book on your birthday, you get twice as much cake, and that can only be a good thing.
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July 7, 2020
RATING 4.5 STARS
“It’s time to let go of the fear, sweetheart. It’s time to live.”
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford, is a wonderful, stand alone novella that I enjoyed so much. It’s one of those stories that just makes your heart a little bit lighter.
Eleanora (Lenny) Johnstone lives her life cautiously, letting fear guide her way. She is tall, awkward and so shy. With the words of a dear friend in her head, Lenny has decided to confront her fears and creates a bucket list. One of those items is riding a roller coaster. The one thing she hadn’t counted on is that roller coaster ride leading her to meet a very good looking man. And having that man volunteer to help her with crossing more items off her list!
Rowan (Row) Roberts was at the park that day with friends when he saw her sitting on the bench. He had to talk to her, his feet found their way over to her before his brain even realized it. The more he talked with her, the more he didn’t want their time together to end.
The connection between Lenny and Row was instant and electric. They live three hours away from each other but for Row, he will overcome any obstacle if it means spending time with her.
This is a story of facing your fears, and opening your heart to unexpected love. Lenny always felt a little bit jealous of her twin sister, who was outgoing, adventurous and so tiny. But all she had to do was find the right person to show her that she was every bit as courageous as her sister, every bit as adventurous. These two were absolutely adorable together. The story is told from both their point of views. It also seems like there might be a story to be told regarding Lenny’s twin sister? I hope so. This was the perfect book for me today, a feel good, happy way to spend my afternoon.
For more about this book and so many others, come and visit me at Carol's Crazy Bookish World.
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“It’s time to let go of the fear, sweetheart. It’s time to live.”
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford, is a wonderful, stand alone novella that I enjoyed so much. It’s one of those stories that just makes your heart a little bit lighter.
Eleanora (Lenny) Johnstone lives her life cautiously, letting fear guide her way. She is tall, awkward and so shy. With the words of a dear friend in her head, Lenny has decided to confront her fears and creates a bucket list. One of those items is riding a roller coaster. The one thing she hadn’t counted on is that roller coaster ride leading her to meet a very good looking man. And having that man volunteer to help her with crossing more items off her list!
Rowan (Row) Roberts was at the park that day with friends when he saw her sitting on the bench. He had to talk to her, his feet found their way over to her before his brain even realized it. The more he talked with her, the more he didn’t want their time together to end.
The connection between Lenny and Row was instant and electric. They live three hours away from each other but for Row, he will overcome any obstacle if it means spending time with her.
This is a story of facing your fears, and opening your heart to unexpected love. Lenny always felt a little bit jealous of her twin sister, who was outgoing, adventurous and so tiny. But all she had to do was find the right person to show her that she was every bit as courageous as her sister, every bit as adventurous. These two were absolutely adorable together. The story is told from both their point of views. It also seems like there might be a story to be told regarding Lenny’s twin sister? I hope so. This was the perfect book for me today, a feel good, happy way to spend my afternoon.
For more about this book and so many others, come and visit me at Carol's Crazy Bookish World.
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April 6, 2020
3 Stars / 2 Steam Fans
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July 13, 2020
Looking for a standalone to devour as the kids are occupied and you have blessed moments of peace? Look no further than B. Cranford's latest release.
Sometimes you are looking for a story that just makes you feel good. You love the characters and there is nothing to 'fix'. Well, okay yes. Lenny has some anxieties. And she has a bucket list to help conquer them. What she doesn't imagine is meeting Rowan to help conquer her fears.
The story line flows naturally and you can't help loving the interaction between two opposites find each other. Rowan is the perfect man - sweet, understanding and patient.
If you need some happy smiles and make your heart flutter, check out The Fear of Falling.
Recommendation: Buy It
Sometimes you are looking for a story that just makes you feel good. You love the characters and there is nothing to 'fix'. Well, okay yes. Lenny has some anxieties. And she has a bucket list to help conquer them. What she doesn't imagine is meeting Rowan to help conquer her fears.
The story line flows naturally and you can't help loving the interaction between two opposites find each other. Rowan is the perfect man - sweet, understanding and patient.
If you need some happy smiles and make your heart flutter, check out The Fear of Falling.
Recommendation: Buy It
April 4, 2020
The only thing better than reading B. Cranford's words is listening to them. This novella had everything I love most about her books. A brave heroine, a cocky yet vulnerable hero, and enough humor and heat to suck you all the way in. I loved Lenny and Rowan's story. They had a whirlwind, sexy romance that you never want to end, at least I didn't. I think I need a second epilogue...
April 11, 2020
I listened to the podcast of this. It had a nice premise. I enjoyed the storyline. I would have loved to had more.
July 27, 2020
Headline Review: 5 stars – Sometimes the fall is inevitable!
*sigh*
I really do put the ‘pro’ in procrastinate! Any other fellow sufferers? *snorts*
It always happens when I love a story and I find myself stumbling over my words *palms face*. Let me tell you, I’ve just had to have a stern word with myself. Don’t laugh! *folds arms* It was much needed talking to.
Right, let’s begin...
Now, I don’t know about you but sometimes novellas can leave me wanting. You all know by now that I’m always greedy for more *shrugs*.
Well, weeuulll (am I stressing this enough? *snorts*), imho TFoF is practically perfect in every way!
I actually described this story to a friend (read: fellow bookworm) as totally adorbs! It’s just all the things; sweet (my jaw was aching from grinning like a loon), heartfelt (I have a major girl crush on Lenny), steamy (sexy dentist – who knew?) and funny (I was snort-giggling)!
Side note: The Mommy’s timing sucks. I was just getting to the good stuff (insert winky-wink here) and in walks my mum needing me for something. Let me tell you peeps, it’s still entirely possible for a nearly 42-year-old to have a case of the strops. I think all my mother heard was:
“Mutter mutter phone. Mutter mutter Rowan – THE sexy dentist. Lenny SO needs this!”
TM really has a lot to put up with, eh? *laughs*
TFoF deals with the sensitive issue of anxiety and how our own personal demons can hold us back, however unintentional. Yet sometimes all it takes is for that one special person to have belief in you – who’ll walk by your side and lift you up for you to be able to see that nothing is insurmountable. *sigh* After that, world domination can ensue *smirks*.
I’m a newbie to B. Cranford’s books (say whaaa?), and I think it’s safe to say that fangirl mode has now been engaged. I’ll be good, I pinky promise.
I just need the next in the series NOW. That’s not asking too much, is it??!
*sigh*
I really do put the ‘pro’ in procrastinate! Any other fellow sufferers? *snorts*
It always happens when I love a story and I find myself stumbling over my words *palms face*. Let me tell you, I’ve just had to have a stern word with myself. Don’t laugh! *folds arms* It was much needed talking to.
Right, let’s begin...
Now, I don’t know about you but sometimes novellas can leave me wanting. You all know by now that I’m always greedy for more *shrugs*.
Well, weeuulll (am I stressing this enough? *snorts*), imho TFoF is practically perfect in every way!
I actually described this story to a friend (read: fellow bookworm) as totally adorbs! It’s just all the things; sweet (my jaw was aching from grinning like a loon), heartfelt (I have a major girl crush on Lenny), steamy (sexy dentist – who knew?) and funny (I was snort-giggling)!
Side note: The Mommy’s timing sucks. I was just getting to the good stuff (insert winky-wink here) and in walks my mum needing me for something. Let me tell you peeps, it’s still entirely possible for a nearly 42-year-old to have a case of the strops. I think all my mother heard was:
“Mutter mutter phone. Mutter mutter Rowan – THE sexy dentist. Lenny SO needs this!”
TM really has a lot to put up with, eh? *laughs*
TFoF deals with the sensitive issue of anxiety and how our own personal demons can hold us back, however unintentional. Yet sometimes all it takes is for that one special person to have belief in you – who’ll walk by your side and lift you up for you to be able to see that nothing is insurmountable. *sigh* After that, world domination can ensue *smirks*.
I’m a newbie to B. Cranford’s books (say whaaa?), and I think it’s safe to say that fangirl mode has now been engaged. I’ll be good, I pinky promise.
I just need the next in the series NOW. That’s not asking too much, is it??!
May 26, 2020
2.5 / 2 Stars
***Read Me Romance podcast***
Didn't feel a connection between the main characters. The story was ho-hum to the point of boredom. JMHO
ETA: I just can't do the Read Me Romance Podcasts anymore. So many are boring and juvenile.
***Read Me Romance podcast***
Didn't feel a connection between the main characters. The story was ho-hum to the point of boredom. JMHO
ETA: I just can't do the Read Me Romance Podcasts anymore. So many are boring and juvenile.
July 9, 2020
What a welcome back to the writing of the incredible Ms. Cranford.
I know I have been waiting (sometimes not so patiently) for another gem of a story and she doesn't fail to shine again with this lovely story of Rowan and Lenny.
This story started as an audio story for Read Me Romance and then Ms. Cranford got to add even more awesomeness to this sweet, steamy, insta-love kind of story.
A chance meeting at an amusement park, when Rowan and Lenny meet you can almost hear the "click" of their souls connecting. Sometimes time and space don't matter. When you know, you know! Lenny with her anxiety and Rowan with his patience and admiration for his Challenger was so swoony to read! It made my heart melt!
Ms. Cranford has such a way of bringing the reader into the story, she breaks the third wall and really feel the characters actually talking to you, the reader.
This is a quick-paced story that I couldn't put down until the very end. I cannot wait to read Willa's story in the future!
I know I have been waiting (sometimes not so patiently) for another gem of a story and she doesn't fail to shine again with this lovely story of Rowan and Lenny.
This story started as an audio story for Read Me Romance and then Ms. Cranford got to add even more awesomeness to this sweet, steamy, insta-love kind of story.
A chance meeting at an amusement park, when Rowan and Lenny meet you can almost hear the "click" of their souls connecting. Sometimes time and space don't matter. When you know, you know! Lenny with her anxiety and Rowan with his patience and admiration for his Challenger was so swoony to read! It made my heart melt!
Ms. Cranford has such a way of bringing the reader into the story, she breaks the third wall and really feel the characters actually talking to you, the reader.
This is a quick-paced story that I couldn't put down until the very end. I cannot wait to read Willa's story in the future!
July 13, 2020
The perfect story for this time
B. Cranford does what only great writers can do. She creates relatable stories and characters with an ease that belies just how difficult it is to create the everyday. Her writing has an economy that makes it a pleasure to read while packing a punch per page.
Lenny and Rowan are both people who could be my friends. Neither are over the top, and I bought into their instant camaraderie. As Lenny faces her fears, Row is there to support but not push. He is not only respectful of her boundaries, he gives her space to create new experiences.
Rowan is my favorite kind of hero. He’s smart, kind, and he doesn’t need to be aggressive to be strong. Lenny is kind and scared, but she no longer lets her fears keep her frozen. Watching the two of them breathe and grow is both funny and endearing. Couple that with Cranford’s signature chemistry, and you have the perfect recipe for a happily ever after. The side characters are fun and flawed and they had major impact on the story’s trajectory. There are no throw-away characters here!
The Fear Of Falling is the perfect short book for our time. It’s simultaneously sweet and optimistic with a hearty helping of hot. I really hope to see these characters in the future!
B. Cranford does what only great writers can do. She creates relatable stories and characters with an ease that belies just how difficult it is to create the everyday. Her writing has an economy that makes it a pleasure to read while packing a punch per page.
Lenny and Rowan are both people who could be my friends. Neither are over the top, and I bought into their instant camaraderie. As Lenny faces her fears, Row is there to support but not push. He is not only respectful of her boundaries, he gives her space to create new experiences.
Rowan is my favorite kind of hero. He’s smart, kind, and he doesn’t need to be aggressive to be strong. Lenny is kind and scared, but she no longer lets her fears keep her frozen. Watching the two of them breathe and grow is both funny and endearing. Couple that with Cranford’s signature chemistry, and you have the perfect recipe for a happily ever after. The side characters are fun and flawed and they had major impact on the story’s trajectory. There are no throw-away characters here!
The Fear Of Falling is the perfect short book for our time. It’s simultaneously sweet and optimistic with a hearty helping of hot. I really hope to see these characters in the future!
June 9, 2020
EXTENDED EBOOK EDITION COMING JULY 13, 2020
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"A complete package in so little space... Even after 2 other novellas, Lenny and Rowan's HEA gets to replay in my head and make me smile every time, which is exactly what I want in a romance, no matter the length."
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"A complete package in so little space... Even after 2 other novellas, Lenny and Rowan's HEA gets to replay in my head and make me smile every time, which is exactly what I want in a romance, no matter the length."
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Preorder for just #99c!
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July 13, 2020
Can somebody please explain to me how can such a short (too damn short) book be filled with so much feels?? My God I love Rowan and Lenny. After finishing this story I'm convinced that B.Cranford is a spy because there is a conversation in the book that my now husband said to me on our second date:
***“You’re so tall. I don’t have to bend down to half my height to kiss you. I can lean in and there you are. Do you have any idea how much of a fucking turn-on that is?”
It's been too long since the last book and this feels like an apprizer so I'm looking forward to more stories by the amazing B.Crandford!!
***“You’re so tall. I don’t have to bend down to half my height to kiss you. I can lean in and there you are. Do you have any idea how much of a fucking turn-on that is?”
It's been too long since the last book and this feels like an apprizer so I'm looking forward to more stories by the amazing B.Crandford!!
July 14, 2020
Listened to this on the Read Me Romance podcast and I have to say that this one was better than most. It was well developed for the short story and they didn’t fall into instalove within minutes and get married within a week. I liked the characters and the way their relationship progressed. Not overly sexy but a short and sweet story. 3.75 stars
July 11, 2020
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford is a light, sweet, and sexy novella that I really enjoyed! Rowan and Lenny meet by chance at an amusement park, where he sees her sitting on a park bench and is quickly drawn to her. It's an instalove type story, which I always say I'm not a huge fan of, but I think the way the author wrote Lenny and Rowan......you couldn't help but root for this couple.
July 13, 2020
Lenny needed to get out of her comfort zone and she found someone to support her as she worked through her list of things to conquer. Rowan was the perfect H for Lenny. Insta chemistry and lots of heat in this quick read.
July 14, 2020
The Fear of Falling is a insta-love novella that just puts a big smile on my face. Rowan and Lenny had amazing chemistry, witty banter and made me fall in love with them. What a lovely feel-good story!
July 13, 2020
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford was just the book I needed today.
I love the way Ms. Cranford delivers all the feels and has you completely engaged with her characters in no time.
Lenny is the woman who doesn’t always see the confidence she has buried within herself.
She’s graced huge tragedy and loss, but she’s willing to try to challenge herself.
Rowan is the perfect match for her! I love his laid back confidence and willingness to take each step with Lenny at her own pace.
“It’s time to let go of the fear, sweetheart. It’s time to live.”
May we all have friends like Gale, sisters like Willa, and men like Rowan in our lives!
5 Enchanting Stars
I love the way Ms. Cranford delivers all the feels and has you completely engaged with her characters in no time.
Lenny is the woman who doesn’t always see the confidence she has buried within herself.
She’s graced huge tragedy and loss, but she’s willing to try to challenge herself.
Rowan is the perfect match for her! I love his laid back confidence and willingness to take each step with Lenny at her own pace.
“It’s time to let go of the fear, sweetheart. It’s time to live.”
May we all have friends like Gale, sisters like Willa, and men like Rowan in our lives!
5 Enchanting Stars
May 3, 2020
This was cute and funny and sexy! I loved every second of it!
July 4, 2020
Facing your fears is probably one of the hardest things in the world to do. I’ve often thought about my fears that don’t make sense to me as well as the ones that do and wonder where they came from. Was it a past life situation, is it something I repressed, is it something so traumatizing that I get sick even thinking about it? Then I wonder if I’m strong enough to face them, tackle some so my life is easier or is it easier to ignore them? Who am I actually doing it for? So many questions.
Well this little story is all about this and so much more. Lenny is a girl with a lot of baggage so to speak, but she is sweet and kind, scared of a lot but with good reason. Enter Rowan, the total opposite. This is a definite story of opposites (in some ways) attracting. magnets that are inexplicably drawn to each other. A right hand and a left hand together they are complete. However, Lenny has to learn to stand on her own but having someone to lean on when life becomes overwhelming is a comfort she is not use to and is definitely a welcomed change.
I don’t want to give anything else away because there’s so much sweetness and goodness in this story you deserve to find out the why and how it came to be all by yourself. It will definitely put a smile on your face. It may even get you to face some of your own fears.
I would’ve like a little more on the secondary characters and friends I didn’t meet but other than that I really enjoyed it.
You get in all in this lovely story; the smiles, the laughs, the sweet, the mild angst, the quips and the heat! Yes, don’t worry about the heat. It’s all there!
It’s a quick read with a lot of heart. Hoping there’s a second book to this series so I can see these two again! The “ meet cute” is certainly just that, so cute. Have no fear you will certainly fall for these two enchanting characters..
Well this little story is all about this and so much more. Lenny is a girl with a lot of baggage so to speak, but she is sweet and kind, scared of a lot but with good reason. Enter Rowan, the total opposite. This is a definite story of opposites (in some ways) attracting. magnets that are inexplicably drawn to each other. A right hand and a left hand together they are complete. However, Lenny has to learn to stand on her own but having someone to lean on when life becomes overwhelming is a comfort she is not use to and is definitely a welcomed change.
I don’t want to give anything else away because there’s so much sweetness and goodness in this story you deserve to find out the why and how it came to be all by yourself. It will definitely put a smile on your face. It may even get you to face some of your own fears.
I would’ve like a little more on the secondary characters and friends I didn’t meet but other than that I really enjoyed it.
You get in all in this lovely story; the smiles, the laughs, the sweet, the mild angst, the quips and the heat! Yes, don’t worry about the heat. It’s all there!
It’s a quick read with a lot of heart. Hoping there’s a second book to this series so I can see these two again! The “ meet cute” is certainly just that, so cute. Have no fear you will certainly fall for these two enchanting characters..
July 12, 2020
It you are looking for a beautifully written love story look no further than The Fear of Falling because this book has all the feels you want in a great read. This author always gives me characters I fall in love with and Lenny and Rowan were no different, I fell hook, line and sinker for this couple.
Lenny is a woman a lot of us can relate to, she doesn’t see the woman Rowan see’s when she looks in the mirror, she doesn’t realise just how confident and beautiful she really is and it’s only when you join her and Rowan’s on their journey that you start to see her realising exactly who she is....
Lenny takes her fears about life to the extremes and that leads her to a meeting with the man who will bring her to life in the most beautiful way, a man who will show her just how confident she can be if she just takes that leap into the unknown.....
This may be a quick read but that doesn’t mean this book doesn’t pack a mighty punch, I loved the story and I loved Lenny and Rowan and I was so happy to join them on their journey. Every character in this book has a tale to tell and I really hope we get more from the secondary characters we met in this wonderful romance. I highly recommend this to all romance lovers.
Lenny is a woman a lot of us can relate to, she doesn’t see the woman Rowan see’s when she looks in the mirror, she doesn’t realise just how confident and beautiful she really is and it’s only when you join her and Rowan’s on their journey that you start to see her realising exactly who she is....
Lenny takes her fears about life to the extremes and that leads her to a meeting with the man who will bring her to life in the most beautiful way, a man who will show her just how confident she can be if she just takes that leap into the unknown.....
This may be a quick read but that doesn’t mean this book doesn’t pack a mighty punch, I loved the story and I loved Lenny and Rowan and I was so happy to join them on their journey. Every character in this book has a tale to tell and I really hope we get more from the secondary characters we met in this wonderful romance. I highly recommend this to all romance lovers.
April 5, 2020
4.5 but rounding up because it was such a complete package in so little space.
I've been reading a lot of novella's recently and this one is exactly what I needed to renew my faith in story telling. The characters were so well drawn that I managed to learn who the characters are and fall in love with them too. I feel like I know their backgrounds and their families and how they spend their weekends. I even know what motivates them and that they are actually good communicators! This isn't one of those novellas that you finish and think - I only know their names.
This book had a novel worthy, book hangover ending for me. I wanted more of their world. I wanted to spend more time with the characters and their family and friends. I want to know who wants desperately to fall in love (though even this is alluded to) and who needs a redemption arc in three books. But mostly, I want to stay in their world because Lenny and Rowan are so darn cute and fun to spend time with.
Even after 2 other novellas, Lenny and Rowan's HEA gets to replay in my head and make me smile every time which is exactly what I want in a romance, no matter the length.
I've been reading a lot of novella's recently and this one is exactly what I needed to renew my faith in story telling. The characters were so well drawn that I managed to learn who the characters are and fall in love with them too. I feel like I know their backgrounds and their families and how they spend their weekends. I even know what motivates them and that they are actually good communicators! This isn't one of those novellas that you finish and think - I only know their names.
This book had a novel worthy, book hangover ending for me. I wanted more of their world. I wanted to spend more time with the characters and their family and friends. I want to know who wants desperately to fall in love (though even this is alluded to) and who needs a redemption arc in three books. But mostly, I want to stay in their world because Lenny and Rowan are so darn cute and fun to spend time with.
Even after 2 other novellas, Lenny and Rowan's HEA gets to replay in my head and make me smile every time which is exactly what I want in a romance, no matter the length.
July 9, 2020
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford
Challenger #1
The Fear of Falling will be Released on the 13/07/2020!
“I think that’s where we are headed. More than that, I want that to be where we’re headed. Because when I say I’m crazed? Rowan, I’m crazed over you.”
This book is more than just the typical romance novella. It’s also about concurring your fears and how difficult it can be! I absolutely love Beth’s writing as she almost always includes a mental health aspect with for me makes her books that much better. But I can’t imagine how hard that could be to write. Well Done Beth, your an amazing writer. Now like I’ve said this book is about Lenny wanting to over coming her fears and deciding to face them head on. Slowing ticking each one off her Fear “bucket list”. So after ticking one of her fears off her list, meeting the tall dark and handsome Rowan was the last thing she expected. More so for him to take an interest whilst she’s still burning with adrenaline. I absolutely loved this book, it was first released as a part of the read me romance audio series but has now been extended to finish this novella!
I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of The Fear of Falling and for that I’m very grateful.
Challenger #1
The Fear of Falling will be Released on the 13/07/2020!
“I think that’s where we are headed. More than that, I want that to be where we’re headed. Because when I say I’m crazed? Rowan, I’m crazed over you.”
This book is more than just the typical romance novella. It’s also about concurring your fears and how difficult it can be! I absolutely love Beth’s writing as she almost always includes a mental health aspect with for me makes her books that much better. But I can’t imagine how hard that could be to write. Well Done Beth, your an amazing writer. Now like I’ve said this book is about Lenny wanting to over coming her fears and deciding to face them head on. Slowing ticking each one off her Fear “bucket list”. So after ticking one of her fears off her list, meeting the tall dark and handsome Rowan was the last thing she expected. More so for him to take an interest whilst she’s still burning with adrenaline. I absolutely loved this book, it was first released as a part of the read me romance audio series but has now been extended to finish this novella!
I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of The Fear of Falling and for that I’m very grateful.
July 7, 2020
I'll preface this by saying both novellas and instalove are not what I gravitate towards. Ever. But, being that, it was utterly adorable.
Rowan and Lenny have a fateful meeting and the sparks have flown. So much so, that they must overcome the distance and see each other again. Steps from strangers to lovers are between hesitant and jumping, depending on their ability to overcome fears and just go for it, despite anything holding back. Leaning on one another and being there to learn and grow reads beautiful.
Going into the ridiculousness of being so close so fast is what I always look for in instalove stories, and this one picked it up perfectly, straddling the line between utterly besotted and realizing that the couple is only just getting to know one another.
For being a novella, which always shows a very short look into a couple's life, and instalove, that always deals with something that I struggle to understand, this book gave me feels, made me root for the characters to get where they wanted to go!
Rowan and Lenny have a fateful meeting and the sparks have flown. So much so, that they must overcome the distance and see each other again. Steps from strangers to lovers are between hesitant and jumping, depending on their ability to overcome fears and just go for it, despite anything holding back. Leaning on one another and being there to learn and grow reads beautiful.
Going into the ridiculousness of being so close so fast is what I always look for in instalove stories, and this one picked it up perfectly, straddling the line between utterly besotted and realizing that the couple is only just getting to know one another.
For being a novella, which always shows a very short look into a couple's life, and instalove, that always deals with something that I struggle to understand, this book gave me feels, made me root for the characters to get where they wanted to go!
July 13, 2020
The Fear of Falling by B. Cranford is a contemporary romance novella told in first person, dual POV.
Lenny Johnstone has lived a cautious life paralyzed by fear. After losing a close friend, she makes a to-do list of things that scare her to challenge herself out of her comfort zone into truly living.
When Rowan Roberts spots a purple-haired beauty sitting on an amusement park bench, he's drawn to her and has to meet her. When he learns the reason she's there, he offers to help with her list, hoping to spend more time with her.
Read the book to find out what happens as they take on Lenny's challenges together.
I enjoyed Lenny and Rowan's story. It's a feel-good story full of punny dialogue. I loved how understanding and supportive Rowan was as he helped Lenny face her fears and conquer them. There's not much angst or external conflict in this story. It's simply a sweet story about overcoming those internal crippling fears and falling in love.
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
Lenny Johnstone has lived a cautious life paralyzed by fear. After losing a close friend, she makes a to-do list of things that scare her to challenge herself out of her comfort zone into truly living.
When Rowan Roberts spots a purple-haired beauty sitting on an amusement park bench, he's drawn to her and has to meet her. When he learns the reason she's there, he offers to help with her list, hoping to spend more time with her.
Read the book to find out what happens as they take on Lenny's challenges together.
I enjoyed Lenny and Rowan's story. It's a feel-good story full of punny dialogue. I loved how understanding and supportive Rowan was as he helped Lenny face her fears and conquer them. There's not much angst or external conflict in this story. It's simply a sweet story about overcoming those internal crippling fears and falling in love.
*** I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. ***
July 13, 2020
I have been a fan of the author's work from the first book I picked up by her. So when the opportunity to review her latest came, I couldn't pass it up! I will admit that I did not listen to the podcast where this story was featured. For me, Beth's books are best devoured via the printed word and then maybe via auditory goodness.
This story, while a little on the shorter side, did not disappoint! I fell in love with Lenny and Rowan from the moment I started reading. These two characters complemented each other so well. I like that Rowan didn't try to change Lenny or push her beyond her limits. I like that Lenny had her list of risks to take and start living life to her fullest potential. While Lenny's friend was the catalyst for beginning to check off the items on the list, it was all Lenny and her perseverance to complete it.
I look forward to reading more stories in this Challenger series!
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
This story, while a little on the shorter side, did not disappoint! I fell in love with Lenny and Rowan from the moment I started reading. These two characters complemented each other so well. I like that Rowan didn't try to change Lenny or push her beyond her limits. I like that Lenny had her list of risks to take and start living life to her fullest potential. While Lenny's friend was the catalyst for beginning to check off the items on the list, it was all Lenny and her perseverance to complete it.
I look forward to reading more stories in this Challenger series!
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
July 20, 2020
What an adorable story. I was not prepared for how sweet and endearing this one was. Definitely a novella and one without the heart ache I have been so enmeshed in lately. Reading the story of Lenny and Rowan reminded me that for those of that can sometimes be afraid of making scary choices after experiencing something tragic, that there can be some real happiness. Lenny is scared of a lot of things after experiencing a tragic accident, but after a close friend of hers passes away from cancer, she makes it a point to start taking risks and living her life, as a testament to her lost friend. In the process she meets Rowan who completely changes her life and her outlook on her self.
A beautifully told story that reads super fast and will warm your heart. Highly recommended for a short and sweet read if that's what you're looking for!
A beautifully told story that reads super fast and will warm your heart. Highly recommended for a short and sweet read if that's what you're looking for!
July 5, 2020
This is a story about overcoming your fears. Whether that be a fear of roller coasters, the fear of driving or the fear of being second best to your twin sister. But Lenny takes her fears to an extreme and that leads her to meeting a stranger on a bench at the amusement park. This chance encounter with Rowan changes everything. But can he help her overcome her fears? Or will he add more fears to her bucket list to cross off? Loved Lenny from the opening pages. This is a good-feel book that will make the reader laugh out loud and end with a smile on their faces. The perfect summer read.
July 6, 2020
5 Star review of The Fear Of Falling by B.Cranford
This was such a beautifully written love story. I fell hard and fast for Lenny and Rowan.
I really enjoy Ms.Cranford’s style of writing, she has a way of developing characters that are so likeable and easy to relate to that you cannot help but become invested in the story that she weaves.
The banter and friendship built between Lenny and Rowan was wonderful. The love and romance between them was wonderful to read as I went on their journey with them. I laughed and swooned and found The Fear Of Falling a pleasure to read.
Although not a long book, it certainly was entertaining.
This was such a beautifully written love story. I fell hard and fast for Lenny and Rowan.
I really enjoy Ms.Cranford’s style of writing, she has a way of developing characters that are so likeable and easy to relate to that you cannot help but become invested in the story that she weaves.
The banter and friendship built between Lenny and Rowan was wonderful. The love and romance between them was wonderful to read as I went on their journey with them. I laughed and swooned and found The Fear Of Falling a pleasure to read.
Although not a long book, it certainly was entertaining.
July 6, 2020
4.5 Stars!
A delightful and endearing novella! I loved the premise of the "bucket-list" and the instant attraction between Lenny and Rowan. Even as short as it was, the story was beautifully written and so heartfelt.
The characters were well developed and I could truly believe her dismay and anxiety. Rowan was the quintessential gentleman, ever present and compassionate. I would almost categorize this as a cozy romance, with lots of sparks, lol. Hopefully this will lead to more books by Ms Cranford, with a followup story about Lenny's sister, Willa. I would highly recommend this beautiful tale.
A delightful and endearing novella! I loved the premise of the "bucket-list" and the instant attraction between Lenny and Rowan. Even as short as it was, the story was beautifully written and so heartfelt.
The characters were well developed and I could truly believe her dismay and anxiety. Rowan was the quintessential gentleman, ever present and compassionate. I would almost categorize this as a cozy romance, with lots of sparks, lol. Hopefully this will lead to more books by Ms Cranford, with a followup story about Lenny's sister, Willa. I would highly recommend this beautiful tale.
July 17, 2020
I smiled through this entire novella
Instalust is a favorite trope of mine! Lenny and Rowan kept me in happy smiles throughout this novella. I won’t lie.... I wish this was a full length book because I really loved these two. Lenny is very anxious but is doing her best to not let her anxieties run her or her life. Rowan doesn’t try to cure Lenny, he just stands in support of her like a good partner would. They have great chemistry and I love their banter. These characters are so real and the story is sweet and super hot.
Instalust is a favorite trope of mine! Lenny and Rowan kept me in happy smiles throughout this novella. I won’t lie.... I wish this was a full length book because I really loved these two. Lenny is very anxious but is doing her best to not let her anxieties run her or her life. Rowan doesn’t try to cure Lenny, he just stands in support of her like a good partner would. They have great chemistry and I love their banter. These characters are so real and the story is sweet and super hot.
September 2, 2021
Title: The Fear of Falling
Author: B. Cranford
Format: Audio
Narrators: Kit Swann and Rock Engle
Genre: Romance, Novella
Standalone: Yes
Part of a Series: No
POV: Lenny and Rowan
Steam Level: Warm
4/5
I listened to this audiobook on the Read Me Romance podcast. The Fear of Falling is the first book I've read by B. Cranford. I enjoyed Lenny and Rowan, Rowan's support of helping Lenny conquer her fears and their banter. The Fear of Falling is sweet with some steam but not much. I would have loved to spend more time with this couple.
Author: B. Cranford
Format: Audio
Narrators: Kit Swann and Rock Engle
Genre: Romance, Novella
Standalone: Yes
Part of a Series: No
POV: Lenny and Rowan
Steam Level: Warm
4/5
I listened to this audiobook on the Read Me Romance podcast. The Fear of Falling is the first book I've read by B. Cranford. I enjoyed Lenny and Rowan, Rowan's support of helping Lenny conquer her fears and their banter. The Fear of Falling is sweet with some steam but not much. I would have loved to spend more time with this couple.
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