The Hardest Fall Kindle Edition

This book started a little slow for me. Once Zoe and Dylan started Dylan together it became harder to put down. I love that they had feelings for each other from the beginning, but held back. They became friends until Dylan couldn't let another day go by without making a claim on Zoe's feelings. The two were so sweet and spicy together.

*sees another book by Ella Maise*Buys immediately!Without a doubt, Ella Maise has become one of my all time favorite authors with her creative stories, loveable characters, and unique plot lines. When I saw, “The Hardest Fall”, was another book Ella wrote, I knew I had to get my hands on it, especially since it was centered around a sports romance (male lead playing college football trying to make it big in the NFL), sweet & shy female lead, funny moments, and of course sweet amazing romance, say no more I was hooked!This story centered around Zoe and Dylan, and let’s just say that when I read the first page, the first sentence, I had to double check again because it was definitely a “unique” way to meet for the first time. I wouldn’t call Zoe and Dylan’s first meeting as a “meet cute”, but it was funny, awkward, and left a lasting impression on Zoe and Dylan.Dylan and Zoe were unlike any character I had read before. Specifically Zoe, she was super quirky, shy, and a bit of a klutz sometimes haha. At times, I found Zoe’s quirkiness a bit too much, but in the end she was sweet and thoughtful, and she started to grow on me as I kept reading. I feel like some readers might not be sure about Zoe, but she is someone that will change your mind, and you’ll fall in love with her. Dylan on the other hand, I wasn’t really sure where I stood with him. Dylan seemed like a good guy, loved to tease and play around with Zoe, and I liked seeing how dedicated he was to achieving his goal (graduate from college/ get drafted into NFL).Zoe and Dylan had an interesting dynamic in that they attempted to be friends, but you could tell they were attracted to one another. Zoe and Dylan’s friendship seemed nice like how they had a long night of talking, Dylan comforting Zoe during an earthquake, and Dylan and Zoe trying to get to know one another.While Zoe seemed happy and her quirky self, she has someone who had dealt with some hardships in her life, by no means just because you seem fine, doesn’t always equate the same to how you’re actually feeling deep inside. On the surface, Zoe might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but reading more in the story she not only grew on me, but I actually started to enjoy her random, quirky, shy behavior. I found Zoe to be endearing and like any character written by Ella Maise, I fell in love.I expected this book to be just sweet and cute, but it actually went beyond my expectations. This story dealt with a heavy topic, emotional issues, and it added more depth to the plot line, and I think readers will appreciate the care Ella put into that aspect of the story.Overall, in the beginning I was a little unsure about Zoe and Dylan, but after reading through, I absolutely adore these two, and the way their story ended was beautiful and heartwarming like, “I LOVE IT” and the epilogue cemented my love for them even more.

Absolutely loved this story. It had a jealous man, but kind and sweet as well. The perfect amount of drama and real life issues. Great chemistry between Dylan and Zoe.

I love it... Dylan and Zoe won my heart on since the first page till the last, leaving me with a full heart.

Oh Ella, how I've missed your words! If you know me, you know I'm a sucker for the slow-burn. I'm pleased to announce that I got that with this book, and I got it in spades. The Hardest Fall is a sweet, slow-burn friends-to-lovers romance that hit me in all the right places. There's a touch of mystery and angst added into the mix that makes this fun romance even more addicting.I was hooked from the first sentence (seriously!!!). From the moment Zoe Clarke and Dylan reed met, I knew I was going in for a ride. From strangers to accidental roommates, from friends to best friends to so much more. You can tell how much Dylan adores Zoe, and how much Zoe cares for him. I just want to wrap them in a blanket and protect them from the world.There were a lot of funny scenes—I can't even tell you how much I laughed— and even more of that swoon-worthy goodness, but there were more serious points in this book that tackled family issues and toxic relationships. There's that mystery surrounding Zoe, as wellWhat I loved the most about this book is how Dylan and Zoe's romance progressed. They were there for each other and leaned on each other the way only the best of friends do. They were falling in love right before my eyes, and I relished that gradual but consistent build-up from friendship to more. The attraction has always been there, but so was respect and adoration. It made me so happy!Fellow introverts and friends who are awkward around strangers will relate to Zoe. When faced with strangers, especially strangers who intimidate her, Zoe rambles and says and does things she'd most likely regret. I wanted to stand beside her and whisper, "You can do it.". But once the walls have been torn down, her light shines through. She's a kind, funny, and sweet girl with a pure heart.Dylan. Oh Dylan. What a sweet boy. He's a dedicated athlete with a laser-sharp focus on his career, a great love for his family, and a strong and dependable personality. There can be no doubt of his feelings for Zoe. I have to admit I wanted to shake Dylan a few moments in the story, but could understand why he did what he did, thought what he thought, given the circumstances. If I were in his position, I would have jumped to the same conclusion.The Hardest Fall is not just a romance between two people you know are meant to be together. It's about friendship, family, and growing up.This book made me laugh, giggle, curse in anger, and ache with heartbreak and sadness, and most importantly, it made me crave for pizza in the middle of the night! Prepare yourself for a lot of pizza talk, my friends. Maybe order a box or two and devour it while you read. That way when you're done with it, your stomach is as full as your heart.Tropes: College, Friends to Lovers, Roommates, Sports—American FootballPOV: First Person, Dual POVStandalone: Yes

I just adored this book!It was a lovely story about family & love.It was full of hard lessons for the characters right along with spicy scenes.10/10 would recommend this to anyone looking to read a sports romance novel!

I actually really liked this book. My only issue with it was Zoe blabbing all the time and too much, I know she’s an awkward character but I was over it after a few chapters in, and the whole story line with the coach confused me, but I loved Zoe and Dylan’s friendship to relationship!

First book I've read by Ella Maise and I want to read more. Great characters. Slow burn, gradually get to know each other and attraction built. Some misunderstandings and kept the reader was kept guessing for a while!

I really struggled with the first half of this story and several times considered stopping. I'm fed up with ditzy, clumsy, half tongue-tied half rambling female characters who fall apart in the presence of a good looking male. The narrative is old.That said, as the story finally developed and the female lead lost most of the awkwardness, it got better.

Ok I was looking for a quick easy ready after reading a book that crushed so i thought ok football player and your typical quirky girl. Why not ? Right ? Well yes right but omg this book was amazing ! Wow jus wow. Beautifully written with the right amount of angst and drama and funny dialogue! Honestly a 10/10 would totally recommend! I think I just found another author I love !

1 Star = DNF.2 Star = Finished. Didn’t really enjoy.3 Star = Finished. Story was neither good nor bad.3.5 Star = Finished. Story was good. Will probably pick up next in series if there is one.4 Star = Finished. Enjoyed story & will definitely pick up next in the series!5 Star = Bloody LOVED it! ❤️