Things I loved:
- The siblings. They provided the best banter in the book,
- The awful neighbor. I know it's weird that she's on the list of things I loved, but she was so amazingly awful she provided a lot of frustrating but great humor. She's so bad. I loved every minute of hating her.
- Generally speaking, there's some great humor throughout and a lot of it is slapstick which I am a total immature sucker for. There's a thing with a plunger...
- Dog
- ADHD rep

Things I didn't:
- Giving the two main characters alliterative names drove me nuts and made it hard to keep track of who was who for longer than I'd like to admit.
- The ending was a smidge anticlimactic. I think this was a missed opportunity.
- The sister that is MIA for much of the book and then comes back.......but not really??? Idk this was a weirrrrrd loose thread for me.
- I think this book meanders and has a lot of underbaked elements. A better edit would have weeded some of this out,
- Third act crisis is not great.

Still a fun, quick read!

I think Andie Burke is one of my top five favorite authors now?? Between Fly Me Away and this book I am so completely sold. Derek and Dylan are so good with one another because they also have their own shit they are learning to take care of on their own before bringing it into the relationship. While also leaning on one another. And yes the miscommunication happens but only to a POINT and then they talk to each other so well its so satisfying to read. Also the sexy times in this book had me BLUSHING!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin’s Publishing Group for this eARC!!

Derek and Dylan’s story starts off really chaotic with a destroyed floor and ceiling between their apartments, resulting in them having to room together while they fix it. They already don’t like each other, but especially Derek due to the past Dylan has with someone Derek knew.
This book isn’t just about their love story, they also deal with overcoming grief, familial problems, work stress, and sheds light on what it’s like having ADHD. Although it’s a lot of topics to fit into a 350ish page book, nothing felt rushed or out of place, and it flowed well while reading.
Derek’s dislike for Dylan in the first quarter of the book was slightly annoying! Though I can understand why he felt this way towards Dylan, I can also understand the point of view from Dylan being unnecessarily bashed on and judged for no reason (as far as he was aware at the time). I’m glad Derek and Dylan were able to work out their differences and make progress in their relationship in a timely manner, nothing felt rushed!
This book had a mix of sadness, humor, and cute moments that I loved. Derek and Dylan’s little “Kay”’s I knew would be a common saying throughout the book! They both care for one another so much, I felt the love from both of them 💕. Their first kiss was everything, their boyfriend talk was everything, Derek’s casual affection was everything! Their growth from the beginning to the end of the book was beautiful, not only with each other, but with dealing with grief, family dynamics (and standing up for themselves/each other), and Dylan’s ADHD. All issues wrapped up nicely for the end of the book, though I do wish there was more to say about Derek’s sister.
I will say, I did not know this was slightly connected to Fly with Me, the authors other book. Both I believe are still standalones, though! I will have to go and read that one next because Fall for Him was such a wonderful story!

I loved Andie Burke's previous novel Fly With Me, especially the emotional aspect of it. This book was just as enjoyable! Even though the story was a little messy at times and it took a while for me to get into it, I overall enjoyed the outcome.

Fall For Him is a wonderful novel that I found so much of myself in both Dylan and Derek. Who knew that I could feel like both of the main characters?
When Dylan quite *literally* falls for Derek (through the ceiling), I knew that I would love these characters. Both have an amazing support system whether it be their families or their friends, you can tell that they are loved, even when they feel like they may not deserve it.
I loved this story for so many reasons, but mostly for the emotions it made me feel. It made me laugh and it also made me sob.
Burke knows how to pull on heartstrings and does it well.

The big problem that I had with this book was that it was a MM romance where they both started off fairly grumpy with the other but their names were so similar that I had no idea who was who at first. Their names are Dylan and Derek and I got to the point where I had to go glasses = nice, not glasses = mean and hope the author threw fidgeting with glasses into the narrative. So, that was overall not great.

Derek (I think) was operating under a bad set of information about Dylan and had been mean to him for a very long time and I never really warmed to him. Every time Dylan (I think) tried to explain what happened with Jake (an old friend of Derek’s), he was shut down to the point where he didn’t want to defend himself.

There were a bunch of emotional punches in this that I ordinarily would have liked but since I struggled so hard in the beginning, this was a miss for me. I’m bummed about it too.

Thank you to Netgalley for a copy in advance.

I adored this book from start to finish. I felt so immersed in both Derek and Dylan as individual characters, and their shared story. They were well-developed, nunaced characters dealing with their own shit, but none of that got overlooked or forgotten throughout their romance. I was also incredibly charmed by all the side characters, and appreciated that they had an active role throughout the book and added depth, as opposed to just passively existing.

If you are looking for a witty, charming, and sweet story, this is it. As soon as I finished the epliogue, I was ready to flip back to page one and start all over again.

I enjoyed this book. Derek and Dylan were quite mean to each other to start with, but slowly got over themselves and eventually helped support each other despite some toxic situations with family and former lovers. I liked the banter between the two male leads, and the way struggles with mental health issues were portrayed.

Thanks to Netgalley for an ARC copy.

3.5 ish for me. this one was very cute but also i found it very hard to get into for almost the majority of the book which is why the rating got bumped down quite a bit. the names got to be a little confusing lol and the mystery behind their feud was annoying at times but the banter was so good and the adhd rep was great!

This was an enjoyable read. The only problem I had was the writing style. It felt very clunky at times and I often had no idea whose point of view I was reading from as it was in third person. I usually prefer this third person so it’s possible that the alliterated D names added fuel to the fire that is my brain.

Thank you St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

The humor was the best part of this book - I loved the niche jokes and banter between the MCs! I mean any novel that recognizes Burlesque as the cinematic masterpiece that it is, is a win in my book. All of the characters were likable, I feel like an obvious villain/obstacle was missing. The pacing was fun, but certain scenes felt a bit rushed. Overall I enjoyed the plot and the banter, but it didn't stick out as a new favorite for me.

I would have liked more scenes of the past that tied into the future plot, as I found the mystery of their feud odd the whole first half. I was also often confused between the MCs similar names - the amount of times I got Derek and Dylan mixed up was embarrassing.

3.5 stars

I super appreciated the ADHD rep in this book. So many new books are positioning their characters as having ADHD (they have every characteristic of the disorder like the author was going down a checklist) but they've never been diagnosed, nor does anyone ever talk about it at all.

This book didn't do that. From someone who has ADHD, I felt the rep was pretty spot. The disaster in this book is one of my biggest fears that I'll accidently do because of my disorder.

I did wish the book was shorter. Seemed to drag on after the characters became a couple. I also found the reason Derek hated Dylan's character for most of the book to be very flimsy. If I found out a potential partner hated me for that, I would have cut them loose.

Thanks Netgalley for allowing me to read this book. Dylan did not like his new neighbors from the start. When there was an issue at his place, he learns he will be seeing more of him. This was a quick read.

Derek has been holding a grudge against his neighbor, Dylan. However, when the ceiling floods and Dylan falls on top of him, they are forced to work together to fix the damage and share a living space during the repairs.

This was the first novel I've read from Andie Burke, and I must say, she created amazing characters with great chemistry. I found myself laughing at their quick comebacks, making the story a fun read. The progression of the story and their relationship was enjoyable to follow.

I highly recommend this novel to any romance lover looking for a story that will make them laugh and become fully immersed in the plot.

Thank you St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for the chance to read this ARC for my honest review.

This book covers so many things but here's a list of a few if not most: ADHD, depression, loss of a parent, loss of a friend, anxiety, bullying

I never know what to expect when I am reading ARCs or when I'm looking for ARCs to request, but this book is one that will stay with me for a long time and I will be purchasing as soon as possible.

As a reader with ADHD and anxiety, this book made me feel so freaking seen. I have never read a book that did a better job of showing the internal struggle for people with ADHD on top of the external struggles. Dylan Gallagher will forever be in my heart.

This is a funny, MM, forced close proximity, rom-com that knows how to tackle difficult conversations.

I enjoyed Derek's own journey throughout the book as well as his growth. I liked that this book was in 3rd person and we got a dual POV.

I will be recommending this book to everyone I know, even people who do not necessarily read often simply because the mental health representation was so well done. I do not know that everyone will hold that opinion but I struggle with literally everything Dylan dealt with in this book and I have not truly had that experience with a book yet.

I can't wait to read more of Andie Burk.

Favorite quotes:
"I might be some himbo gym rat, but I notice shit"

"You know...I thought you were a good boy"

"I'm the sort of person who orders the same thing over and over. Decisions are stressful for me"

"All I feel is stupid, lovesick, radiant joy"

I don't think I've ever cried so hard reading a book before. Reading this definitely left my emotions feeling raw in the best way. Derek and Dylan's story was just so beautifully written and the healing they brought each other was perfect.
Their story begins when a water leak ends up with Dylan falling through the ceiling into Derek's bedroom at 2 am causing them to become reluctant roommates while the damages are repaired. Which makes the title of the book so fitting for the story within. Dylan is learning to live and deal with his ADHD diagnosis while Derek learns to live with his grief and trie to let go of the past and everything that makes him feel responsible for the people around him.

From a collapsed ceiling to driving each other up a wall, Derek and Dylan’s relationship gets off to a rough start. But watching their love grow in Fall For Him makes for a delightful journey full of unforgettable characters. Andie Burke is the queen of disastrously perfect meet-cutes and meaningful reflections on trauma and healing. I can’t wait to read whatever she writes next.

This one made my heart so happy! My friend sent me as a free book, and as previous free books haven’t been as successful for me, this one was! I absolutely loved Dylan and Derek! A little wordy at times but otherwise, it was great. If you love a good slow burn, forced proximity, an adorable dog, adhd rep, you’ll love fall for him! Thank you so much NG and SMP for the ARC! I can’t wait to read more of Andie in the future!!! 3.75✨

One of the best young adult queer romances since Red, White and Royal Blue! My highest recommendation!

4.5 stars. I absolutely loved this enemies-to-lovers rom-com that actually delivers on the comedy and made me laugh out loud multiple times. This book starts off with Dylan literally falling through the ceiling into the bed of his downstairs neighbor Dylan. Sort of a meet-cute meets disaster. Romance novel circumstances ultimately force them to cohabitate as they try to hide apartment repairs and a dog from their nosy neighbor. What on earth could end up happening?

The banter is this was top-notch and somehow ended up making me kind of cry at the end? I loved the way this slow-burn romance unfolded and all of the great side characters. I think I read this whole thing in a couple of sittings while on vacation, which was perfect. I can't wait to go back and read this author's debut and, hopefully, the many future books to come!

Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.