About this book:

“Dr. Meredith Quinn always planned to return to Gossamer Falls to practice dentistry. Now that she's back home, she's made it a point to offer clinics to children and adults in nearby underserved areas. Unfortunately, those same areas are known to harbor drug traffickers, and Police Chief Grayson Ward suspects that local law enforcement is looking the other way.
After too many losses, Grayson has closed off his heart. But when Meredith enters his life, his walls crumble, and he's left exposed and vulnerable. To keep her alive, he must keep her close, but that makes it impossible for him to retreat and rebuild. Will she be the one who finally helps him emerge from isolation? Or will this force of nature leave him shattered?”


Series: Book #2 in the “Gossamer Falls” series. Review of Book #1, Here!


Spiritual Content- Psalm 19:14 in the Acknowledgments; A Scripture is remembered; Prayers & a Blessing over food; A few talks about God & His plans; ‘H’s are capital when referring to God; Mentions of God, Jesus, & His plans; Mentions of prayers, praying, thanking God, & blessings over food; Mentions of churches, church going, pastors, services, & Sunday School classes; A few mentions of miracles (including using it flippantly, like Meredith and Gray saying that them kissing each other was a miracle); A couple mentions of Christians; A couple mentions of a Christian music station & worship music; A couple mentions of “better/holier-than-thou” attitudes; A couple mentions of people calling Meredith a saint; A mention of an event in the Bible; A mention of being Blessed; A mention of Gray having a hard time focusing on a sermon at church because of Meredith; A mention of a character thinking they have died, but that heaven isn’t wet with the rain they are feeling; A mention of a place smelling like heaven (good); A mention of a man who partakes in criminal actions still going to church and giving to missions for the sake of his appearance in town;
*Note: Someone says that two brothers are evil (literally, not teasing); Mentions of curses or someone being cursed (or acting like they are; *Spoiler* Meredith calls Gray out for acting like he is cursed where all the women he loves die horrifically *End of Spoiler*); A couple mentions of devilish grins; A couple mentions of luck; A mention of generational curses; A mention of a little girl thinking her dad has magical abilities; A mention of Meredith being told not to take everything out of a toddler’s mouth as gospel (condescending); A mention of Cupid; A mention of Pandora’s box; A mention of an alien abduction.


Negative Content- Minor cussing including: a ‘crummy’, a ‘crud’, a ‘daggum’, a ‘hot as blazes’, a ‘load of horse manure’, a ‘moron’, a ‘sucking up, a ‘shoot’, a ‘shove off’, two ‘blasted’s, two forms of ‘ticked off’, three ‘dumb’s, three ‘shut up’s, ten forms of ‘idiot’, and thirteen forms of ‘stupid’; A couple mentions of curses (said, not written); Some Sarcasm & Eye rolling; Being chased, Being shot at, Gunfire, an Explosion, Hypothermia, Being shoved into a street and almost being ran over, Shock, Injuries, Pain, Blood/Bleeding, & Passing out (up to semi-detailed); Seeing dead bodies & what is left of them (border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed); Meredith’s brother makes she she isn’t going to hurt herself “or worse” when she’s upset (she figures out what he means and says she would never do that); Meredith loses traction when driving in the rain for a moment; All about many mentions of crimes, criminals, drugs, drug trafficking, people making illegal drugs (meth, cocaine, and marijuana) and selling it, drug dealers, drug addicts, & crooked police officers (and them trying to turn others to their side); Many mentions of murders, murderers, attempted murders and possible deaths, & bodies being found (border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed); Mentions of the death of a sibling (younger sister) & grief (*Spoilers* Gray’s younger sister was killed by a drive-by shooting and he held her in his arms until their mom got home from work *Spoilers*); Mentions of car accidents, deaths, & major injuries (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of gang violence, drive-by shootings, and a death (*Spoiler* Gray’s sister was shot and killed when she was eleven and died in his arms *Spoilers*); Mentions of fires, deaths, & two bodies being found in a burning car; Mentions of human trafficking of girls (particularly teens, who have ended up dead; barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of domestic violence, physical abuse, wives being bruised and badly injured (including one by her law enforcement officer husband), & another lady being beaten to death (*Spoiler* Gray’s mother *End of Spoiler*); Mentions of those in domestic violence situations feeling stuck & Meredith offering to help them; Mentions of a young man going missing, being found beaten, and having serve brain damage because of the assault; Mentions of guns/weapons, gunfire, bullets, being shot at, & people being shot and killed (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of injuries, pain, blood/bleeding (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of someone pushed into a street, almost ran over by a car, being in shock, & passing out (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of abductions, possibly planned abductions, & ones where women were abducted and killed (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of a stalker (Book #1); Mentions of tracking and listening devices; Mentions of arrests & jails/prisons; Mentions of terrorists (teasingly, calling a group of kids or an elderly woman driving this name); Mentions of bombs/explosions; Mentions of trespassing; Mentions of mudslides; Mentions of lies, lying, & liars; Mentions of gossip & rumors; Mentions of (breast) cancer, it rapidly growing, & aggressive treatments (Meredith’s mother); Mentions of poop; A few mentions of a warning sign being written in blood; A few mentions of bombs & explosions; A few mentions of stolen cars; A few mentions of threats & blackmail; A few mentions of drunks, alcoholics, & a mean drunk; A few mentions of people being buzzed, stoned, high, drunk, or all of the above; A few mentions of hypothermia; A few mentions of vomit; A few mentions of jealousy; A few mentions of hatred; A couple mentions of nightmares (particularly Gray’s being when he is awake and fears something will happen to Meredith); A mention of a firing squad; A mention of something not being poisoned; A mention of drinking moonshine at a young age; A mention of playing poker; A mention of MMA fighting; A mention of a divorce;
*Note: Meredith has a near-panic attack (barely-above-not-detailed); Gray says that words have power and that if you say something negative to yourself long enough, you’ll start to believe it (and warns Meredith against saying anything negative about herself); Meredith recalls eating Mexican food and the ride home not being quiet; Mentions of dental care (root canals, blood, etc.); Mentions of car brands; Mentions of brand names, items, & places (Reese’s cups, Sheetrock, Bluetooth, Chick-fil-A, & Cherry Coke); Mentions of fictional characters (Anne of Green Gables, Willy Wonka, Hobbits, & Mary Poppins); A mention of plastic surgery; A mention of someone not being a sadist.


Sexual Content- A hand kiss, four head/forehead kisses, two cheek kisses, two chin/jaw kisses, an ear kiss, two nose kisses, two not-detailed kisses, four barely-above-not-detailed kisses, four border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed kisses, and four semi-detailed kisses; Remembering kisses (up to semi-detailed); Touches, Embraces, Snuggling, Hand holding, Warmth, Swooning, Flutters, Nearness, & Smelling (up to semi-detailed); Wanting to touch, embrace, & hold hands (including Gray wanting to pull Meredith into his lap to comfort her, up to semi-detailed); Noticing (up to semi-detailed); Jealousy; Flirting & Winks; Talks about kisses & kissing (barely-above-not-detailed); Seeing other couples kiss (up to semi-detailed); Gray never knew his dad and isn’t sure his mom even knew him; Meredith comments that guys need hugs too, but Gray comments that they usually prefer those hugs to come from women; Meredith fell hard for Gray shortly after meeting him and her interest morphed into something that “bordered in an unhealthy obsession” and continued to throw herself at him and in his path; Meredith teases her brother about him not wanting to think about her wanting to know a man “better”; Gray thinks that his feelings towards Meredith are the kind that would “get a man punched in the face by a big brother”; Meredith thinks about how “delicious” Gray’s voice sounds early in the morning; Meredith needs Gray’s help unzipping her dress & when he yanks it over her head, he closes his eyes; Meredith’s grandmother fusses at Gray for thinking that old people are clueless (about romance) and adds “How do you think you got here in the first place?” (which her husband overhears and gives her a look that isn’t “sultry or steamy”, but one that is “intimate and powerful”); A ‘baby’ and a ‘harpy’; Mentions of human trafficking (usually of teen girls, including one who ended up dead on the “first night” and the others who died later, barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of illegitimate children & a man giving the baby mamas money (while not acknowledging the children, but not letting them starve because of his appearance in town); Mentions of kisses & kissing; Mentions of couples kissing in front of others & giving “lingering looks” that “left little to the imagination”; Mentions of PDA; Mentions of flirting; Mentions of dates, dating, & girlfriends/boyfriends; Mentions of love, falling in love fast, & broken hearts; A few mentions of breakups; A few mentions of jealousy; A couple mentions of a single mom and her son moving into a man’s house that was romantically interested in her (because of hard circumstances; *Spoilers* Gray and his mother; Later, the man beat his mother to death *End of Spoilers*); A couple mentions of snuggling; A couple mentions of sparks & tension between two people; A couple mentions of blushes; A couple mentions of young couples “canoodling”; A mention of a woman being assaulted (not said if sexually or just physically); A mention of the best case scenario being that a man is having an affair (the worst case could be that he is trafficking drugs and people); A mention of cheating; A mention of someone’s husky voice after a kiss; A mention of a woman sitting on her fiancé’s lap; A mention of jealousy; A mention of crushes; Love, falling/being in love, trying not to be in love, heartbreak, & the emotions;
*Note: Meredith threats to harm the “tenderest parts” of a Gray’s body when upset despite knowing that he doesn’t have to have children and might not care; Gray decided as a teen that he wasn’t going to be a husband or father & feels some grief at times over that decision (see spoilers in Negative Section for more information); Meredith’s brother wonders if the two of them have a curse that detained them to love someone who doesn’t love them back; When Meredith says she has plenty of extra weight to lose, Gray interrupts and says to never let him hear her say that again as her “body is perfection, and it houses [her] beautiful soul”; A few mentions of a nineteen-year-old girl being forced into an arranged marriage with someone twenty years older; A few mentions of Meredith’s arrival ten months after her brother was born being a shock to her family and the town; A mention of being unsure if two boys have the same father or not; A mention of some women liking (unpractical) shoes because of how they make their legs look; A mention of a bikini; A mention of butting out of a conversation.

-Meredith Quinn, age 31
-Grayson “Gray” Ward, age 35
P.O.V. switches between them
352 pages
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Pre Teens- One Star
New Teens- One Star
Early High School Teens- Two Stars
Older High School Teens- Three Stars
My personal Rating- Three Stars

After enjoying the first book in this series, I have mixed feelings on this second book. The romance had some really cute and sweet parts, but also frustrated me a bit at their reactions to different things/confessions. The suspense elements were unsettling—as they should be as it’s evil—but have also left me feeling heavy after finishing this book and it overshadowed the cute ending.

As expected, I didn’t love all the dentist parts, but that’s not shocking at all if you know me.

This one picked up pretty close to the first book and similar to Lynette Eason’s current series, I’m thinking that this series as well is going to be one to either reread the prior books before the newest one comes out or binge read them all together once all are released. Because it’s been about a year since the first book released and I’ve read a lot of books since then, it did take some time for me to remember the events and characters in that book. On that note, though, despite some info-dumping at times, there were a few things about characters or “inside information”, if you will, that were either explained later on or not explained at all and you would be lost if you haven’t read the first book before this one.

I haven’t read the novella that could be considered Book 1.5 that was in the novella collection titled “Cornered”, so I was a wee bit lost with that couple and mentions of their story. Unfortunately, this book totally gives away the villain of that book—though, to be fair, I don’t know if it was a secret or if the person is pretty obvious.

We see a glimpse of Faith from the author’s other series and characters from her prior series as well, which was kind of like a fun Easter egg.

Gray has a heartbreaking past and is partially very protective of Meredith because of it—but also because of the feelings he refuses to admit he has for her. Most tragic backstories of main characters don’t affect me too much because I’ve read so many over the years, but I did really feel for Gray. That’s not to say I didn’t want to smack him to get his act together about Meredith, but I could honestly see his struggle and if this wasn’t a fictional story where I knew it would eventually end with a pretty little bow, I didn’t think it would end with them together and him working/worked through his past. That said, there were some points I felt he was dragging his feet too much and then when that 180 happened, it felt a little stark because there wasn’t much build up to it in his POV and just happened.

A lot of the lines/things Gray said definitely felt like they were written by a woman, but it was usually when he was groveling or confessing his feels to Meredith, so I suppose that makes sense. It felt a little jarring to me, though, I suppose because he is this hardened police chief, but then sharing his emotions with her in depth and being all eloquent. It made me roll my eyes a few times, I’ll admit.

This book hit me harder than I was expecting and I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s hormones (we can always blame those, right?) but the human trafficking, domestic violence, and drug trafficking mentions—and even though they were kept lighter than most suspense books I’ve read—still hit me while I was reading it. Which, I suppose in a way is good because I don’t want to ever become desensitized to evil, but at the same time, it left me with a heaviness while reading. The author kept it light enough on the details that I think avid suspense readers that are 16+ would probably be fine with it, but it felt different to me. Perhaps it is partially a me issue as I read this book when I wasn’t really in the mood for a suspense story and all of the elements that come with it, but perhaps it was also partially the fact that these awful things are happening in that next county over and it’s gutting to the main characters, so we feel their emotions about it. The ending was rough on this especially and was unsettling to me.

Like the first book in the series, I did like all the family relationships of the Quinn family and how close-knit they are. They have each other’s backs in a great way and it’s honestly refreshing to see a healthy multi-generational family in a fiction series because most are broken, toxic, and/or a mess in many ways. This series is standing out to me because of this element, and I appreciate it.

Whew. That was a lot of thoughts, but I hope you can tell my mixed feelings on this book. It was a hard one to rate, in all honestly, because of all the different elements. All of that said, I’ll definitely be reading the next book because this one hinted way too much about Mo and Bronwyn’s past without giving us any true information—which is just a mean tease!




*BFCG may (Read the review to see) recommend this book by this author. It does not mean I recommend all the books by this author.
*I received this book for free from the Publisher (Revell) for this honest review.

It’s official. I’m head over heels for the Quinn family of Gossamer Falls. Like with book one in this series, I could not stop grinning while I read Break My Fall. I mean, yes, author Lynn H. Blackburn includes heart-in-your-throat suspense too, including some scenes where I kept forgetting to breathe because oh my goodness HOW were Gray and Meredith going to get out of this one? But even then, there were sweet or witty moments tucked away to discover that brought my grin back to full wattage. And once Gray realizes that those walls he keeps building are useless when it comes to his feelings for Meredith… and they finally get to kissing… whew!! Talk about forgetting to breathe AND grinning like a fool!!

Meredith Quinn is, in a word, adorable. And bighearted. Sassy. And oh so brave. I loved her sense of humor, perfectly evidenced by the name she gave her mobile dental clinic – Flossy – and her stream of consciousness thoughts (some of which were absolutely hilarious) and her tendency to ramble when talking too. Her relationships with her BFF Bronwyn, her cousin Cal, and her brother Mo made my heart happy, and the way that Grayson integrates so smoothly into their circle did too. Speaking of Gray…. As I mentioned earlier, he’s good at building walls around his heart but Meredith gets past his defenses anyway and oh blissful sigh, an openly-in-love Grayson is quite a swoony hero indeed. Well… so is gruffly-thinks-he’s-keeping-her-at-a-distance Gray. And fiercely-protective Gray. And basically any other iteration that makes Gray who he is.

The suspense element of Break My Fall kept me riveted. And the more they uncover about the neighboring town and its deep-seated corruption, the more I stayed on the edge of my seat. Corrupt law enforcement. Drug traffickers. Abused women & children. In the middle of it all is Meredith, trying to bring dental care and some hope to this underserved community – and running afoul of these small town thugs in the process. I enjoyed all the layers that Blackburn built into this part of the story, and I of course loved the way the mountain landscape itself elevated the suspenseful tension all the way up to the final heart-racing, high stakes showdown.

Bottom Line: Lynn H. Blackburn has quickly become one of my fave romantic suspense authors, and books like Break My Fall are exactly why. I inhaled this book in one sitting, I loved everything about it, and I had so much fun spending time with the Quinn family once more. The witty humor is right up my alley, Meredith is completely lovable, Grayson is completely swoonilicious, and the delightful family (and friend) dynamics kept me smiling. I also loved the layered suspense which, along with the toe-curling kisses that Gray starts doling out, left me forgetting to breathe on a regular basis. I don’t know how in the world I’m going to wait a whole year for Bronwyn & Mo’s story – I’m so invested in those two and figuring out their story!! Another fabulous visit to Gossamer Falls and for sure one of my fave reads of 2025!

(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)

Break My Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn continues the author’s “Gossamer Falls” series, thrusting readers into a small community that is once again fraught with danger. Grayson Ward has closed off his heart to a romantic relationship. Meanwhile, Dr. Meredith Quinn has had her eye on him for what feels like forever. When her mobile dentistry practice puts Meredith at the wrong place at the wrong time, the two main characters must face their tumultuous attraction to one another. All while attempting to solve crimes and keep Meredith alive. Break My Fall, however, didn’t excite me as much as I’d hoped it would. I swallowed the novel quickly. Not because the tension had me in knots but rather because I was on a plane, and it was the perfect length for the journey. I started the novel in the airport and finished it when the flight landed at my destination.

The tight, familial ties between the Quinn family warmed my heart. I witnessing them supporting one another through every trial. Break My Fall features real issues that we often must face in today’s world including drugs and violence; Blackburn, however, softens them somewhat for the novel. She delivers a book with a thought-out, well-written plot with a clear beginning and conclusion for the main characters, and she incorporates Christ-centered messages throughout. I saved a few quotes that poked at my heart, drilling into maybe some walls like Grayson’s that I didn’t know I had. It will never cease to amaze me how a novel can open my eyes to so much.

My issue is I never felt the connection between Grayson and Meredith. I understand love is a decision, not an emotion. I understand Grayson considering God having other plans for his life. But…something about Break My Fall felt off. Flat. The characters were characters for me, not actual people. You can tell a woman wrote the book from Grayson’s words and actions, some of which I found very hard to believe. Blackburn occasionally became too caught up in the romance, as it took priority over the “suspense” aspect of Break My Fall. The most excitement in the book is near the end, and only then did I gnaw on my fingernails. Don’t get me wrong, I did not dislike Break My Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn. But instead of the roaring bonfire I expect from a romantic suspense novel, I got a candle.

Break my Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn

Rating: 4 stars

Language/Profanity: freakishly; crud; mention of cursing; 'that's a load of horse manger'; heaven forbid; daggum; mercy.

Faith: someone being led to Christ; Christians; praying; talk of God.

Romance/Sex: kissing; hand-holding; there are girls/women who were abused/used; talk of eloping; scandals.

Violence ect.: Death; threats; attempted murder; drug use talked about.

Other: NA

Part of a Series: Book two in a continuing series.

Synopsis:
Dr. Meredith Quinn always planned to return to Gossamer Falls to practice dentistry. Now that she's back home, she's made it a point to offer clinics to children and adults in nearby underserved areas. Unfortunately, those same areas are known to harbor drug traffickers, and Police Chief Grayson Ward suspects that local law enforcement is looking the other way.

After too many losses, Grayson has closed off his heart. But when Meredith enters his life, his walls crumble, and he's left exposed and vulnerable. To keep her alive, he must keep her close, but that makes it impossible for him to retreat and rebuild. Will she be the one who finally helps him emerge from isolation? Or will this force of nature leave him shattered?

Thoughts:
The story itself is interesting, and I really enjoyed it other than the talk of the women and girls being... Used...
But I really did like it. It took a bit of time to get through, but it gets better a bit before the half way mark. I liked the romance between the two main characters, how it evolved. But... All the characters annoyed me like crazy.
The reason Gray had for not wanting to fall in love, admittedly, was not correct. But. He obviously thought it was true, and it was something he struggled with. And then Meredith goes and insults him and spends weeks crying and weeping. She could have been slightly more understanding, talking to him and helping him understand better. And everyone else was angry with Gray because he made her cry?! She did it to herself. She walked away, not Gray.
But. It was interesting, with a net of intrigue over the whole story.
Not for you ger readers though.

Bible Verse:
Revelation 22:12 KJV
[12] And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be.

This is book two in the Gossamer Falls series, You can read this and enjoy a great book, however you will be missing another great book and some history of the characters. I loved so many of the characters and can not wait to learn more about them. I love when authors keep lots of characters in their novels and lets us continue to connect with them all still while following an amazing storyline. We met Dr. Meredith Quinn and Police Chief Grayson Ward in book one. There is a lot going on in this book, I can not wait to read more from this series. I love the town of Gossamer Falls. The Quinn and Shaw families. I was given a copy of this book for my honest opinion.

Enjoyed the return to Gossamer Falls and spending more time with characters I'd gotten to know in book one. It had a strong opening that hooked me immediately. However as it progressed I felt a bit lost at times on what the bad guys were up to and what the threat really was. There were times that I really liked the main couple, but at other times I felt like one or both overreacted to things that happened between them personally. The Quinn family is very protective and supportive of one another and this really came out at times. The action picked up near the end and had me concerned at times. Some of my favourite parts were the siblings/cousins recounting memories of some of the things they did as kids, they were hilarious. There are two other characters that things are hinted at about that I am very interested in know what the story is there. I am really hoping the next book features them and I get some answers, but I know I have to wait a while for it to be released.

Love and forgiveness are the important things to have in life as Meredith and Grayson soon discover.
I loved every minute of this story. I couldn't put it down it was interesting!
I learned a few things along the way.
It was nice to return to Gossamer Falls. To me, it's like home.
The Quinn family feels like my own.
I didn't want this story to end.
5 stars for keeping me engaged the whole time. I highly recommend!
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine

While this book started out pretty strong, I never felt connected to any of the characters. I was really hoping for some heart-pounding suspense, but it felt more like a romance novel than anything. I found the characters to be immature, though I loved the family bonds.

Book Review: Break My Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn
by Donna F
Break My Fall marks a compelling return to Gossamer Falls and the beloved Quinn family. This time, the spotlight is on Dr. Meredith Quinn, whose mobile dental clinic takes her into the troubled community of neighboring Neeson. What starts as routine care turns dangerous as her patients begin sharing secrets—stories of abuse, trafficking, and corruption involving local law enforcement. The realism of these revelations is both gripping and heartbreaking.
Enter Chief Grayson Ward, a man with his own emotional walls and a fierce dedication to justice. Grayson is determined to stop the crime spreading into his county—even more so when Meredith becomes a target. His struggle between keeping Meredith safe and keeping his heart protected makes for a deeply satisfying, slow-burning romance.
Blackburn’s gift for creating vibrant, layered characters shines here. Whether it's Meredith’s strength and compassion, Grayson's inner conflict, or the supportive circle of friends and family—like Mo, Cal, Cassie, and Donovan—these relationships add warmth and emotional depth. The dynamic between Meredith and Grayson is both tender and full of tension, making their story impossible to put down.
The romance is sweet and the suspense is edge of your seat; thankfully, Mo provides the perfect dose of humor and levity to balance the intensity. And speaking of Mo… I am officially invested in what’s brewing between him and Bronwyn. Blackburn cleverly teases just enough to leave readers eagerly awaiting their turn in the spotlight. Personally, I have been waiting for Mo’s story since book one!
Fans of interconnected stories will also appreciate the cameos from other Blackburn novels, adding layers for longtime readers. Break My Fall is both thrilling and heartwarming, an excellent addition to the series—and one of the most satisfying romantic suspense reads I’ve had in ages.

It's only not 5 stars because there were some parts that felt filler-ish and dragged the story just a enough that I can't say this is a favourite and 5 stars. BUT I LOVED READING IT AND STILL RECOMMEND THIS SERIES OK.

Meredith and Gray were so interesting! They had a rocky start and I actually loved reading that. Gray made mistakes. Meredith said hurtful things. Forgiveness and love are stronger than that.

The mystery was a bigger focus and that lost be just a bit. It was certainly high stakes but I just wasn't that interested in it. I wanted more cute Gray and Meredith dates. Gray with those romantic gestures? Yes Please.

Break My Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn takes readers back to Gossamer Falls. If you love small town romances with a bit of suspense, this is your book. Meredith Quinn moves back home and brings the trouble with her. She's got the support of her family and the police chief Grayson Ward and needs their help to stay safe. Seems that Meredith discovered information about a drug operation in a near-by county and has become a target. 

I love Meredith. She's spunky, head strong and loves her family and community. She's got the support of her cousin Cal (from Never Fall Again), and her brother Mo, who's story I hope is coming up. But the author really hits home with the theme of family in a tight-knit community. Gray is a bit of an outsider, and has to win over the Quinn family in his pursuit of Meredith's heart all while trying to keep her safe. I love the character development as the series continues. 

I highly recommend the entire Gossamer Falls series. The characters will feel like your best friends but there is plenty of mystery and suspense to keep you staying up way to late at night reading.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Oh. My. Word.

I loved this book. And I say that a lot about Blackburn's books, but this one was sooooo good. I was delighted to be back in Gossamer Falls and liked seeing cameos from characters from book one. BUT Meredith and Grayson. Um....yeah they are a fantastic couple. Chemistry is perfect. Grayson is so swoony - he could be the police chief in my fiction story lol. My goodness he was such a great hero. And while I could go on and on, there's so much more to the story.

The overall suspense part of the story was great. At first I thought Meredith was kind of oblivious to what was happening around her pop-up dentist chair, but as the story went on, I could see I was in the wrong about that. Her heart for others spoke to my own heart honestly. And the last like 10% of the book! Obviously I can't spoil anything but WOW - you definitely won't want to put it down.

Gossamer Falls has a special place in my heart and now even more so with Grayson and Meredith. Break My Fall has a great faith thread, lots of nail biting moments, and the sweetest/swooniest romance. Highly recommend!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

4.5 stars rounded up. SO GOOD! I loved the first book in this series but Blackburn keeps getting better. Fantastic romantic suspense!

It was so good to be back in Gossamer Falls! ‘Break My Fall’ focuses on Meredith Quinn, but we get to see some of our favorites from previous books/novelas. I really love the Quinn family (even though I think how close they are is a bit over the top sometimes…it’s almost unbelievable). One thing I do love is that they’re always there for each other.
I really enjoyed the plot of this one. Meredith was determined to help the people of Neeson, even though she knew she was putting her own life at risk. Grayson was determined to keep her safe and get to the bottom of the issues in Neeson.
Their relationship annoyed me at times. More so Grayson than Meredith. They eventually worked it out and when they actually started communicating, I was rooting for them.
I wish the suspense had been a bit more drawn out and not so quick at the end, but overall I really enjoyed this story. I am definitely looking forward to the next book.

I love this series and this book. It's very memorable. It's set in a mountain area and has two key families that have been feuding for years although there are some who have managed to bridge the gap and have relations with those in the opposite family. The Quinn family is "exuberantly loving, wildly protective, and fiercely loyal" (location 3029) so when Meredith finds herself in trouble, they encircle her to the point she feels suffocated. But it's all done in love. There's a lot of wisdom shared between the family too. Cal tells his best friend, Gray, "The main thing is not to expect God to go along with your plans. He has his own plans. And they're better" (location 1619). Very wise words that we need to hear now and again.

There are a lot of mysterious things going on up in Neason. While it's not Gray's jurisdiction, it's a concern, especially since Meredith starting holding dental clinics there. I loved how the deputies made use of Brick's grandmother and how they and "the family" work together. It's wonderful. I can't wait to finally get to the bottom of Mo and Bronwyn's issues in the next book.

I'd highly recommend this book and series. Thank you to Revell for providing me with a free e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

If you look at any of my reviews for Lynn's books, you'll know I'm a huge fan. It continues with book two in this series, Break My Fall!

Meredith is a dentist who wears her heart on her sleeve for those in need. Occasionally, she crosses over to a town that's dangerous to help underserved families. The problem is, kids talk. Meredith hears things... and the bad guys know it!

Meanwhile, her family of Quinns (and Shaw) rally the troops and try to keep her safe. Read this story and tell me you wouldn't want to be part of their family! They try to keep her as close as possible, but that doesn't always keep her safe.

Well, Police Chief Gray is also on the job of protecting Meredith, as well as his heart. He's lost too much in his life, and he's not going to add her to the list. Keeping her alive and at a distance are his goals. His heart apparently didn't get the memo! His history leads to him resolving to never get involved with a woman, but Meredith is a force to be reckoned with!

Whew, this story kept me up late! I didn't get to sleep before midnight a couple of times. Guess I should've started reading earlier in the evening! Lynn's stories always have me on the edge of my seat and biting my nails!

There wasn't as much faith in this story as the previous ones. Not that I'm saying there has to be a certain amount. Just not quite like the first book. Totally fine, just an observation. The ending went a bit quicker than I expected. I don't know why, but in suspense novels like this, I love a good confrontation. That's personal preference, of course. While I didn't get a confrontation, there's an explanation, which I always appreciate!

Now I wait incredibly impatiently for Mo and Bronwyn's story! I'm sure it's going to be a doozy!

Thanks to the publisher for my review copy!

Break My Fall by Lynn H. Blackburn is a return to Gossamer Falls and our friends, the Quinn family. This time, Dr. Meredith Quinn has seen and heard too much during her trips to neighboring Neeson in her mobile dentistry van, a fact that becomes painfully obvious when she finds herself stranded on the side of the road with an empty gas tank that should have still been full. It is a good thing Chief Grayson Ward is nearby to save the day. But why is he sticking so close to Meredith, especially when he keeps pushing her away? Drugs and trafficking run rampant in the county next door, but Gray has a problem with letting crime run amok on his doorstep. Fortunately, he has allies in his fight. Unfortunately, the woman he cannot let himself love is in the crosshairs of the worst of the perpetrators. And we all know what happens to those carefully constructed walls when the people who construct them find themselves in the line of fire.

If you read Never Fall Again, you are already a member of the Gossamer Falls community and are practically a Quinn, as well. Meredith and Mo, Cal and Cassie, Donovan and Gray are our people and we know them. Of course, we also know something has got to give between Meredith and Gray. And happy dance of happy dances, we get just that in Break My Fall. Blackburn’s characters stick with you; they are vibrant and relatable, and it is easy to want good things for them. The tension is very real, both in the romance and in the action of trying to keep headstrong Meredith safe when her primary concern is taking care of others. And the romance is so sweet. Maybe I am just a sucker right now, but I think it is more likely that this book is just one of the most downright delicious romances I have read in I don’t know how long. No need to worry, though… Mo keeps it from getting too sappy. Because that is just gross. (By the way, now that my hopes for Meredith and Gray are fulfilled, i have turned my sights on Mo and Bronwyn. Someone has some explaining to do there!) I like when characters from parallel storylines converge, and I have a great appreciation for the way Blackburn weaves in some beloved characters from her other novels to give this one some extra depth. Break My Fall absolutely earns 5 stars, and also a little heart in the margin of my book tracking spreadsheet!

Thank you to the author and publisher for allowing me a copy to read and review. All opinions expressed here are my own and are completely genuine.

Dr. Meredith Quinn is a dentist with a passion for helping the underserved, but those same areas are also known for drug trafficking and Police Chief Grayson Ward suspects that there is more going on than meets the eye. Meredith quickly finds herself in the crosshairs of a dangerous web of drug dealers, she and Grayson must navigate their growing affection while staying out of the those who don't want the law poking around.

A well-done romantic suspense, with a full cast of characters. I like that they are both Christians and their faith impacts how they live their lives, even though they have their struggles. I liked how Grayson is protective of Meredith, and how she helps him work through his fears. Meredith has a big, wonderful family, and they care a lot about her. I admired her big heart for others, and her understanding of the importance of dental care.

Overall, a well-done suspense, with great characters, and good relationship building and growth in faith. I liked that Meredith has a passion to help people. A well-paced plot, with great tension, romance, and faith.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I really enjoy these Gossamer Falls novels! Meredith is back and it feels like home. Using her dentistry skills she does what she can to help underserved areas and one of the big ones, is the county next door. However it seems that those higher up are not happy she is there and often make it difficult for her to set up her traveling clinic. But when some of those patients make comments about the community and she sees bruises but gets excuses for what caused them, she knows she needs to help these people in more than just treating their teeth. She helped one get out, maybe she can help others? Police Chief Grayson Ward has had his suspicions about what goes on in the next community over but it’s not his jurisdiction and he doesn’t have solid proof of things. When Meredith spills what she has heard and seen, he knows she has put herself in danger but this is also what he needed to know. Gray reaches out to a contact and they come up with a plan which will possibly put Meredith in more danger but it’s worth the risk to save others. But can the two of them pull this off and remain safe or will this dance of feelings between them compromise the mission? Another great action filled read! Thank you to Revell Publishing and the author for the complimentary novel and allowing me to be a part of the launch team. This review is of my own opinion and accord.

Thrilling suspense, mutual pining romance, touching faith, & heartwarming family drama make Break My Fall a must read! I loved the first book & novella in the Gossamer Falls series & couldn’t wait for this second book. Lynn H. Blackburn delivers a sweet romance with Meredith & Gray who are instantly attracted to each other but hesitant to fall in love. Against this backdrop is a dangerous human/drug trafficking ring with Meredith in the crosshairs as she tries to help a local underserved community with dental care. It’s an action packed thrill ride that kept me quickly turning the pages.

Dr. Meredith Quinn returned to Gossamer Falls to give back to the community through her dental care services. Unfortunately, her patients tend to share too much & Meredith finds herself a target as she hears things she isn’t supposed to about a trafficking ring & police on the take.

Police Chief Grayson Ward is definitely attracted to Meredith but has experienced too many losses in his life & believes he might be doomed to be alone. But, when Meredith becomes a target, he’s there to protect her & soon his feelings for the beautiful dentist prove too hard to resist. Can he keep her safe while trying to root out the criminals & corrupt police?

I loved Meredith & Gray! Meredith’s such a strong character who can be sweet & vulnerable, but stubborn too. She’s definitely fallen for Gray but has to protect her heart because he has some strong walls to break down. I loved the sizzling chemistry while they’re forced into each other’s orbit.

Meredith’s close-knit family provided plenty of comic relief as everyone has a story or opinion to share. I loved her older brother Mo & can’t wait for his story. I enjoyed Granny’s wisdom & the small town, close-knit community of Gossamer Falls. I also appreciated the gentle faith thread woven throughout with messages of hope & trust.

The suspense definitely kept me on edge! There’re plenty of close calls as Gray tries to find who’s out to get Meredith. The ending had me on pins & needles as it all comes down to an exciting conclusion.

Highly recommend! Can’t wait for the next book! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.