This was such a cute short story! I appreciated the heavy themes of safety and infidelity that were included - they made it realistic. Despite the, at times heavy subject matter, this story was wonderful. Seth and Charlotte had great banter and I enjoyed the premise of them being stuck on the second floor during the story. Also Gabe and Izzy? Perfection. I need their story next!

I love Abby’s writing, so I definitely wanted to read this. Seth and Charlotte are neighbors who are stranded at their apartments on Valentine’s Day weekend. They get to know each other and the sparks fly. It’s a cute short story.

Thanks as always to NetGalley for the ARC.

The Fall Risk is a romcom short story. We follow Charlotte, who has a history of being stalked and assaulted, and Seth, a botanist. This story was so cute and I was laughing the whole time. The only real issue that I had with this book is that wish that this book could’ve been longer, and I feel like Seth and Charlotte’s relationship was very rushed. But otherwise, I loved it with my whole heart!

I love Abby Jimenez’s writing and I’m so glad to add this to my favorites list! This was such a cute short story and I can’t wait for her next book!

Abby Jimenez proves again that she can hit it right every time! So glad I was able to snag this one as a ‘Read Now’ option. The Fall Risk is a short story, but dang Abby had me wanting a full-length novel of Seth and Charlotte. The only reason this wasn't a 5-star read is that the end was sort of anti-climactic (I think the FMC even said so in the narrative lol). I was hoping there would be a bit more build up and tension/comfort in the final stand off. All in all, though, a really great read to cleanse the palette in between longer books.

3.5/75 ⭐️

typical abby jimenez!!! 💖 always going further than just romantic comedy antics, abby’s stories contain an element of a more serious plot line, which while appreciated for the representation, can end up making the story a bit sad :( i did love these characters and their story, but it was especially morose for a novella! her writing is still absolutely something to write home about and *this* is what we’ve come to love about her if that’s your taste 💫

Even though it is a short book, and instalove it is like a breath of fresh air.

The characters are so endearing. I love that he does everything he can to make his isolation from society the best he can. I laughed a lot too at the incidents with his orthopedic boot. I definitely recommend it, it's a quick read and full of love.

When maintenance takes down the wrong set of stairs in Charlotte and Seth‘s apartment building, they’re accidentally stuck together for the weekend. Even though this is a short story, I’m impressed with the character development. Abby delivers with her trademark witty banter and jokes, literally making me laugh out loud several times. I may have even teared up at the ending.

3.25 stars

This was a fun little novella i thought i'd pick up because it's written by none other than abby jimenez, who is one of my favourite romance authors of all time! She managed to create a completed story with Charlotte and Seth despite it being only about 80 pages long. The stalker thing was wild though but I'm glad Charlotte was able to confront George and stand up for other women who were in a similar position. A short and cute read that I would recommend!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

“‘Red flag guys aren’t your type. They’re your pattern.’”

I haven’t read an Abbie Jimenez book I didn’t like. Fall Risk is exactly what I expect from Jimenez: smart, fun, and funny romance.

Seth and Charlotte are stranded when the stairs to their apartments are removed in a construction error. The two bond over coffee and sitting on their shared ledge. They both have some baggage, but in this quick read, it’s easily resolved. They have cute friends. It’s a 2-for-1 romance that made me laugh.

Highly recommended. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

✨ 𝓑𝓸𝓸𝓴 𝓡𝓮𝓿𝓲𝓮𝔀 ✨

The Fall Risk by Abby Jiminez

🥇🄶🄾🄻🄳 🄼🄴🄳🄰🄻🥇

𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:
🌳This was absolutely adorable!
🌳Forced proximity done so well.
🌳I was surprisingly interested in all the fun tree facts sprinkled throughout.
🌳I think a lot of novellas feel rushed or not enough and this was perfection in 80 pages
🌳Abby Jiminez can truly do no wrong.

To know Abby Jimenez’s characters is to love them and Charlotte and Seth are the newest to join that list. The Fall Risk is an Amazon original Valentine’s meet-cute novella about two neighbors who are forced to spend the weekend together when the stairs to their apartment are accidentally removed.

The short but sweet story is a tale of overcoming fears, healing, learning to trust, learning to love again, and empowerment. Charlotte has been on the run from a crazed stalker, and Seth is moving on from a failed marriage. Though they could have stayed in their own separate apartments and binged netflix all weekend, they decide to band together, especially when one neighbor has coffee and the other does not. Seth is a sensitive and kind man, who takes extra care to make sure that Charlotte is comfortable.

They hang out on the veranda between their apartments and as the weekend unfolds, it’s impossible not to fall in love with the two of them! They get visits and deliveries from their best friends, and they have a visit from a busload of ladies from the retirement home who are missing their weekly visit with Seth- and they were hilarious! Their story was a quick one, but it was an enjoyable read that you can easily finish in one sitting.

Check it out, especially if you love
-Slow-burn
-Forced Proximity
-Friends-to-Lovers

Genre: Romance Novella
Rating: 5 Stars
Series or Stand-Alone: Stand-Alone
Thank you @netgalley, @authorabbyjimenez, and @amazon for an arc copy!

*The Fall Risk* by Abby Jimenez is such a heartwarming and emotional read. The story follows a woman named Tate who’s trying to deal with the aftermath of a health scare and find some balance in her life. Enter Dr. Sebastian, the charming but stubborn doctor who’s determined to help her.

The chemistry between Tate and Sebastian is amazing, and the book does such a great job of blending humor, romance, and some really deep emotional moments. If you love books that make you laugh, cry, and everything in between, this one’s totally worth picking up!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this ebook in exchange for my honest opinions!

A novella is hard to get right. When you have less than 100 pages, you have to capture your reader immediately and you just have less time to build your story. But leave It to Abby to always get It right! Seth and Charlotte were quirky and unique, i loved them instantly. It was kind of random from the missing stairs causing forced proximity and my 8 packed, tree hugging, cousin humping divorcee, but It worked. Definitely some trigger warnings with the main character having a stalker. A very quick, easy read that wet my palate for Say You’ll Remember Me in April!

Delightful short story with adorable characters

Seth and Charlotte are stuck in their apartments over the weekend, so they utilize their shared open entryway to keep each other company. Simple, right? But there's nothing simple about this situation, once we get to know both of them and the trials they're currently facing.

This is my first read by this author, and I have to say I can see why her books are so popular. These characters are instantly relatable, charming without being cloying, and are dealing with real-world troubles in an honest, straightforward manner. Their playful banter is very sweet and shows their inner goodness in addition to their shared sense of humor, and the seamlessly integrated informative dialogue packs a full-length story into just 80 pages.

I really loved Gabe and Izzy, the best friends who also strike up a romance, almost as much as I loved the main characters. Seeing the two relationships side-by-side really adds depth to the overall story and made all four characters infinitely unforgettable. We also get a bit of philosophical insight and strong social commentary that adds a wonderful foundation to their HEA.

If you're looking for a short, sweet, and clean romance, this is your cup of tea. It's absolutely perfect on every point. I reviewed an ARC of this book.

I will never look at Redwoods the same. This was adorable. The banter, the humor, the empowerment, the friendships—how in the world did Abby pack so much goodness into 80-something pages? It has officially become one of my new favorite short stories.

Things I Loved:
• The Premise - What a unique meet-cute.
• Charlotte - “[…] a bigger force to be reckoned with than she gave herself credit for.” One word, badass.
• Seth - “Trunk strength is very important in my line of work.” “Tree puns. Of course.” So. Damn. Thoughtful. And. Swoony. The oasis… I melted.
• The Side Characters - Izzy, Gabe, John, the Girls, all of them were winners. The little side romance was also quite entertaining.
• The Depth and Balance - Although this is a short story, it’s packed with some heavy stuff that’s balanced out beautifully by comical and sweet situations and dialogue.
• The Realness of It - Abby really worked her magic here and made this feel so real that for the 90 minutes it took to read, I was fully engrossed and invested.

I’m honestly sad this is over. Can we get a part two? Or bonus scenes? I’ll even take a leisurely fictional stroll through IKEA at this point.

This story plot is character driven and they are SO lovable.. This might be the cutest short story/novella I’ve ever read. The messaging and how strong the FMC was is so well done and this is done in 82 pages. Loved it.

This was such a cute novella! It’s so impressive how Abby is able to build a connection with the characters in so few chapters!

This was my first book by Abby Jimenez, and it was a great introduction to her writing! I absolutely loved Charlotte and Seth—their dynamic was engaging, and their story kept me hooked. Izzy was another standout for me; her bold, bass-ass personality was such a great contrast to Charlotte’s softer nature. It was refreshing to see such a strong female friendship where both women balanced each other out—Izzy was tough where Charlotte was soft, and vice versa.

One of the things I really appreciated about this novella was how it tackled the serious issue of unwanted male attention and stalking. Unfortunately, this is a reality many women face, and often, stalkers aren’t punished until it’s too late. Abby Jimenez handled this scary topic with care and realism, making Charlotte’s journey all the more powerful. It was incredible to see the strength Charlotte developed in facing her stalker, and equally inspiring to watch Izzy, such a tough character, learn to be soft with those she loves.

Overall, The Fall List was a fantastic read and a strong introduction to Abby Jimenez’s work. I’m looking forward to reading more from her in the future!

Abby can do no wrong in my eyes. I absolutely loved this story. Seth is so sweet and Charlotte is a badass. I love how she took control of the narrative at the end! Izzy had me laughing too!