Member Reviews

I didn’t find this to be Lucy Score’s best work. From the beginning, it feels like the writing jumped into the middle of an existing story, as if the reader is expected to already have a full background of both characters. The character development isn’t full fleshed, and the story feels underdeveloped. That being said, the cliche-style romance still has an enjoyable element. You may not have a roller coaster of emotions, but it remains fun.

Was this review helpful?

Lucy Score is an auto read author for me. So getting the opportunity to read her newest book was amazing.
This was such a fun story to read about a single mom starting fresh, and the local celebrity (mayor). Sparks fly and the characters are just trying not to get burned.

Thank you Netgalley for an arc of Fall into Temptation by Lucy Score

Was this review helpful?

If Lucy writes it, I'll read it. She is one of my absolute favorite authors and the Blue Moon series is top of my list. This series is laugh out loud funny with emotions intertwined beautifully. Beckett is the type of MC that feels he won't settle down, but in blows Gia and her children and all bets are off. This addition to the series is so wonderful and I adore each one!

Was this review helpful?

The second book in this small town series was as amazing as the first. I loved revisiting the characters and the small town. The humor, the heart and love in this book is just so beautiful. When a 3rd act breakup doesn't deter me from loving it that says a lot !

Was this review helpful?

Second book in the Blue Moon series. Mayor Beckett has no plans to settle down but then Gia and her kids move to town and his world is changed. ARC from NetGalley.

Was this review helpful?

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Sourcebooks bloom books for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The last few books I read of Lucy Score were from her Riley Thorn series. Which, while great, just don't hit like her small-town romances. Lucy has the valuable skill of putting two characters together that complement each other perfectly. I don't usually read books with single parents; I'm just not as drawn to them but in 'Fall into temptation' 'Rora and 'van as we meet them turn out to be these huge characters that grow the story in a beautiful way. In FIT we meet yoga studio owner and single mother of two- Gia. Gia is moving to the small town where her father lives to bring some much-needed stability to her children's lives. Little does Gia know that her new stepmom is bringing in 3 stubborn sons and a huge found family (and I'm a sucker for a found family). Everywhere Gia turns, there is Mayor Beckett. Gia's landlord, lawyer, mayor and maybe soon-to-be stepbrother by marriage? that part gets a little dicey but it's fun.

I loved the dynamic of these characters; I loved the steam- boy can Lucy Score write longing- and I loved the character that the town of Blue Moon brought to the story. Gia and Beckett try to resist their instant attraction due to the complication that dating your landlord/stepbrother would bring but after months of everyone else noticing the tension they finally cave and decide to give it a go.

This is a fun, quick, charming, found family small town romance and that really is the perfect recipe.

Was this review helpful?

This sweet novel is exactly what my fall loving heart needed. I loved the romance and story of this book!

Was this review helpful?

Gia moved to the small town of Blue Moon for a fresh start and she's determined not to fall for Beckettt, her landlord and the town mayor. Yes. well that's the idea but we all know what's going to happen in this sweet and spirited novel that has both spice and humor. Gia's kids are delightful. the town is cute, and the attraction between these two is strong. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. It's an easy read that should make you smile.

Was this review helpful?

This book was easy to read but not my favorite from this author. It felt a little slow and I didn't love the MMC. I still found it entertaining and if you're a Lucy Score fan I say give it a shot for sure!

Was this review helpful?

Oh Lucy Score, you’ve done it again. Fall into Temptation is her latest book. You won’t regret this book!

Was this review helpful?

Looking for a new start for herself and her two children, Gia moves her family to the small town of Blue Moon and opens a yoga studio. She rents a guest house in the backyard of lawyer and town mayor, Beckett. Sparks fly immediately between the two, but Gia won’t risk her heart on a fling and Beckett just got out of a difficult relationship, so they agree to remain friends. Will they keep to their agreement or will they, as the title says, fall into temptation?

This book was such fun and I felt happy reading it. It is the perfect cozy fall book. The happy small-town vibes are strong and I wish I could live in Blue Moon. The love story was very romantic with just the right amount of spice. As a mother, I appreciated that Gia was a dedicated parent, as mothers are not frequently the main characters in romance novels. This was my first Lucy Score book and I look forward to many more.

Was this review helpful?

First of all, I loved Beckett and Gianna, like all of Lucy's books, it makes me believe in love and laugh and sigh in equal parts. I didn't know it was part of a series and that there was a book before, and now I'm on a mission to run out and buy it to read.
Many thanks to Lucy, who as always gives us stories that touch our souls.

Was this review helpful?

There’s not a lot to say, this book doesn’t nearly have the appeal or bite that the Knockamount series did. This felt like almost like a slog to read and I came close to DNF it. The characters have little to no depth especially Beckett the male main character and there’s no build up of the romance between the two characters. Just fell very flat to me.

Was this review helpful?

I adored this book. Gianna and Beckett are such well written characters and both had a lot of growth throughout the book. Their relationship is sweet and and this was overall a fun read.

Was this review helpful?

Lucy Score has done it again with "Fall into Temptation," delivering another charming and delightful read that had me hooked from start to finish.

In this story, we meet Beckett Pierce, the most eligible bachelor in the nosiest small town in upstate New York. Beckett's had his fair share of romantic drama, including a memorable incident with a former girlfriend that involved handcuffs and a flaming welcome mat. Needless to say, he's not exactly in the market for romance, especially when it might come with a side of small-town chaos.

Enter Gianna Decker, a single mom juggling the demands of her kids, a useless ex, and a brand-new yoga studio. Romance is the last thing on her agenda, but she can't seem to avoid the magnetic pull of her broody landlord and the charming, if overly involved, mayor of her new town. When her father's new lady friend’s "favorite" son, Beckett, enters the picture, the stakes are raised even higher. Their accidental kisses and sizzling moments of passion quickly escalate into a whirlwind of complications, exacerbated by the meddling townsfolk of Blue Moon.

Score’s knack for blending humor, heart, and a touch of steam shines through in this story. The dynamic between Beckett and Gianna is electric, and their chemistry leaps off the page. The small-town setting adds an endearing layer of community chaos that only Lucy Score can master so well.

As always, I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to fans of Lucy Score’s work. Her novels consistently deliver the perfect balance of romance, humor, and irresistible characters. If you’re looking for a delightful escape into a world where passion and small-town antics collide, "Fall into Temptation" is a must-read.

Was this review helpful?

I really enjoyed Fall Into Temptation.I understand that this book was previously released with another cover. I probably would not have picked it up with the original cover as it does not match the story well in my opinion. The story had a Virgin River feel, which I enjoyed, it was just much spicier. I enjoyed the characters…especially little Aurora. I would love to read more about Beckett and Gia in the future! I look forward to more Lucy Score books.

Thank you Net Galley, Lucy Score and Sourcebooks for the opportunity to preview this novel and the opinions expressed are my own.

Was this review helpful?

Lucy Score, making me love love again! She will also be an auto purchase for me, but she really out did herself on this one. Second is the series and it’s done so well that I want to pack up and move myself into Blue Moon. And this cover? Gorgeous

Was this review helpful?

Thank you to Bloom, Lucy Score, and NetGalley for giving me an eARC of Fall Into Temptation in exchange for my honest review.

Fall into Temptation is book two in the Blue Moon Series. Blue Moon is small town where if you ask me, everyone should want to live. This book follows Becket, who has sworn off romance, and Gianna, a single mother of two. Gianna has moved to Blue Moon in hopes of getting a fresh start, with the added benefit of being closer to her father. Becket so happens to be here new landlord, and the two have an instant attraction to each other. However, unlike many insta-love stories, Becket and Gianna fight their attraction for a good amount of time. Becket because he does not want to date anyone after the situation with his ex-girlfriend, and Gianna because she wants to focus her time on her kids. Like any good romance, the two can only fight off their attraction to each other for so long before sparks fly.

I LOVED this book. I did not expect to love it as much as I did. The character development in this book was outstanding. Both Becket and Gianna grew as people both individually and as a couple. They brought out the best in each other, and neither would allow the other to be anything other than their best self. This book also made me realize that I want to live in a small town. Does this book romanticize the concept? Absolutely! But, it is a sign of great world-building and setup if an author can make you want to live in a place like the one that they write about. This book is perfect for all romance readers out there, those who love some good character development, and those who love to see sparks fly. I will warn all: there is a third act breakup, but it unlike many romance book breakups, this one feels necessary. Neither Becket nor Gianna could be the best versions of themselves together if they did not go through it. And of course, Blue Moon was there to push them right back together in a way that will make you giggle.

Was this review helpful?

Lucy Score is charming with Fall into Temptation!

I always love Lucy Score whimsy that brings charm and funny and sweet in her stories. You can never leave her book feeling sad. Gia is the new owner of the town's yoga studio with two young children. Beckett is the mayor. As soon as they meet at the grand opening of her yoga studio, the chemistry between the two is palpable. The issue? Beckett is her landlord and their parents are dating which makes it all the messy but so much fun to read to see if they can make it work. Gia doesn't have time to date but Beckett makes it hard for her to resist. I loved the tension and banter between them. I thought that was well written and witty. I love the town of Blue Moon and all its small town charm and wackiness that comes with it. I loved the way that Gia and Beckett make it work and form a found family and he shows her how he can be there for her and her kids. I loved the sweetness and sass that came with this book. Lovers of the single parent and small town romance trope will eat this up! I cannot recommend it enough!

Was this review helpful?

A small town romance in upstate New York. Featuring a single mom, a very type A lawyer, and a fun cast of extended family. If you love Lucy Score, this series does not disappoint!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC!

Was this review helpful?