When We Fall (Feather Bay #1)
Cheyanne Johnson
Reader Reviews
3.0
1 rating
Liz M.
Apr 26, 2026
This one had a strong small-town romance setup and an easy-to-like cast, but it didn’t quite hit all the emotional beats I was hoping for.
Cora’s return to Feather Bay and her dream of opening a bakery was a solid foundation, and I liked her independent, no-nonsense vibe. River had definite book-boyfriend potential — tattooed, loyal, and clearly all in once he fell. Their first meeting had great chemistry, and the “neighbors + one-night-stand” trope was fun and promising.
That said, the romance moved a little too quickly for me. The emotional connection felt rushed, and I wanted more depth around their pasts and the internal struggles they were both dealing with. Some moments that should’ve hit hard felt glossed over, and the conflict resolved a bit too neatly.
Overall, it’s a sweet, easy read with good vibes, small-town charm, and solid romance energy — just not quite as deep or emotionally gripping as I’d hoped. Perfect if you want something light and comforting, but don’t expect a heavy emotional punch.
Cora’s return to Feather Bay and her dream of opening a bakery was a solid foundation, and I liked her independent, no-nonsense vibe. River had definite book-boyfriend potential — tattooed, loyal, and clearly all in once he fell. Their first meeting had great chemistry, and the “neighbors + one-night-stand” trope was fun and promising.
That said, the romance moved a little too quickly for me. The emotional connection felt rushed, and I wanted more depth around their pasts and the internal struggles they were both dealing with. Some moments that should’ve hit hard felt glossed over, and the conflict resolved a bit too neatly.
Overall, it’s a sweet, easy read with good vibes, small-town charm, and solid romance energy — just not quite as deep or emotionally gripping as I’d hoped. Perfect if you want something light and comforting, but don’t expect a heavy emotional punch.