I love all the Mecca pen names. This is a new series and has a lot more angst than what I am use to from the author. That didn’t stop me from reading and loving this book. Well written as always. Good amount of steam and great characters. I can’t wait to read what happens to the rest of the guys.

Pia is new to Cedar Falls and is looking forward to starting work at Heritage Hill Inn. Unfortunately, her new boss passes away unexpectedly and in his place is his grumpy policeman son, Mason. Despite their horrible first meet-up, she somehow ends up working for him.

Mason and his close friends share a bachelor pact—promising each other that they will never ever marry. There is a whole backstory on why the four of them chose to do so and we eventually find out Mason’s reason.

But what the heart wants, nothing can stop and soon Mason and Pia are “involved” despite their workplace relationship. If you love small town romances, you will love Cedar Falls as it sounds so lovely and quaint. I wish I could visit a place like this!

Besides the romance, I loved the found family vibes among the guys and it was also good to see Pia building up her own girl gang as she assimilates well into her new home.

Four best friends and a pact for life. Stay single and avoid long-term relationships. But can Mason stay away from Pia? The moment they met there is a powerful attraction. But his job, his past and that he is her boss is against them. Steamy and powerful love story

I loved this and read it in one day! Great characters who are all more sensitive and vulnerable than they seem, a beautiful setting, friendship, new beginnings and lots of steamy moments plus some very easy on the eye gentlemen! Mason, Cole, Parker and Beck are four friends who made a pact that they would always be bachelors. When Mason’s dad suddenly dies he is left to run the family inn However he had no idea that his late father had employed Pia to help run it and when she turns up to start work…… For me this had the right balance of serious, humorous and steamy moments. I loved the interactions between the four men and also how Pia came across as a strong woman who can definitely stand up for herself. Thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC

Mason returns to Cedar Falls comes with mixed emotions following his father’s unexpected death. But having to work alongside the distractingly beautiful Pia to run and restore my family’s inn, is a test he could do without.
A new series & a lovely starter, the author is one of my must read authors & one of the few authors whose books I love no matter the genre. Once again she didn’t disappoint with this contemporary romance. I loved both Mason & Pia, the chemistry was sizzling & it was definitely insta-lust which deepened into something more. I was totally engrossed in their journey to a HEA. I look forward to the rest of the series & how & when the other guys break the Bachelor Pact
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own

Another great start to a new small-town series. I adore the relationships between all of the characters and look forward to reading about the other three members of the "pact". If you like fun, flirty dialogue and steamy, ex-military heroes, grab a copy of Mecca's new book. You will NOT regret your choice.

This is a fun and sexy read, perfect for a lazy afternoon with a bit of angst and a fantastic ending. Definitely worth picking up. I loved this! . . . This book had cute lines, all the feels and just enough drama.

A bachelor pact between 4 friends who don’t believe that love is real and lasting… the support and banter between the 4 friends is top notch. I loved seeing Mason fall for Pia, and fight the attraction. I REALLY loved when he finally gave in. I’m looking forward to the other books in this series! I definitely recommend this book.

After being passed up for a promotion, Pia moves across the country to work at a struggling inn. Between being hired and moving to town, the man that hires her has passed away, leaving the inn to his grumpy son. Mason is living the bachelor life, taking time away from the NYPD to get his father's affairs in order. His friends move in to the inn with him, and he's less than welcoming to Pia at first.

Pia and Mason's chemistry is undeniable, and the found family friendships in this book are heartwarming.

A great start to a new series by Cissy Mecca!

This is a delightful, slightly spicy book that introduces us to a pact sworn by lifelong friends to ensure that they could avoid heartache and never fall foul of catching feelings for a woman. Having returned to Cedar Falls following the death of his father, Mason Bennett is determined to get his family's inn back into running order and then sell it on. Being a hotelier was never on the cards for this committed bachelor. Still in a tight-knit group with former college pals, he was committed to their Bachelor Pact to remain single and not in a relationship with anyone. Besides, he was only in town for a brief spell before he could return to his job as a cop.
Meanwhile, Pia had been offered the job of hotel manager by his now deceased father, and Mason knows nothing about the hiring. So, it’s no big surprise when she receives a lukewarm reception when reporting for duty. Of course, to add to the tension, Pia is gorgeous and looks like the kind of girl who could tempt Mason away from his pact.
This was a fun read, and even though I instinctively knew how it would end, it was a lot of fun reaching that conclusion. There was plenty of sizzle as Mason and Pia tried but failed to ignore the burning attraction that was growing between them. This may be a spicy romance, but the romance was definitely there and not overwhelmed by the sizzle.

In this book, Mason returns to Cedar Falls with no intention of staying long. However, his plans are upended when he is forced to work alongside Pia, a determined and captivating woman his late father hired to manage and restore the family inn. While he has always been committed to the “Bachelor Pact”—a promise to himself to remain unattached—his growing connection with Pia challenges his long-held beliefs about love and relationships.

As they work together to renovate the inn, their undeniable chemistry sparks tension, banter, and unexpected emotions. Despite his initial reluctance, he begins to see Pia as more than just a business partner. But with his past influencing his fear of commitment, he struggles to open his heart.

Set in the charming small town of Cedar Falls, Fallen Hearts blends heartfelt romance with themes of personal growth, second chances, and the courage to embrace love. With Mecca’s signature storytelling, readers can expect a warm, engaging narrative filled with deep emotions, community spirit, and a romance that unfolds in a beautifully scenic setting.

Resisting love:
This was a fairly enjoyable push and pull, slow burn romance where the main characters eventually realise that it's best not to fight love. I unfortunately found it to be rather one note, with the same issues holding throughout the story, which caused my interest to wane. However I thought that the ending was really sweet and I was so glad when Pia and Mason finally sorted everything out. I look forward to seeing the rest of the guys break their bachelor pact.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

An enjoyable small town read that is nicely written. The author did a wonderful job writing a story that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.

I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to the author, the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to the privilege of being allowed to read this book!

I was so excited to read this book! My first experience with this author was with her fantasy book Whispers of War and Storms under her C.L. Mecca author name. I loved it! So I was extremely excited to be able to read this book under her as well! She does fantasy really well, but the real world, oh my gosh! This was perfect! I could not put this book down! I loved every character, especially all four boys when they're together! I felt so many emotions throughout this book just like her previous book I read, I was embarassing myself with the amount of times I laughed out loud or smiled well reading, I loved it! The only issues I had were a couple small spelling/missing word errors and the fact that this book is over! I need more of these characters and this world! Thank you once again for bringing me along for another amazing book ride and giving me more characters to love!

Thank you again from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to read this book I loved it! P.s this would make an absolutely adorable movie or TV series!

I have always enjoyed the books I have read written by Cissy Mecca and Fallen Hearts does not disappoint. The story of Mason and Pia is full of heat and steam and you wonder what is really going to happen. It makes you feel like you are part of the book, watching what is happening in Cedar Falls. This book will not disappoint you.

I’ve always loved small town romances but this one was truly amazing. The characters were amazing. These characters had so much chemistry between them it was crazy. Mason and Pia are so cute together. This was a sweet first book in The Bachelor Pact series and I’m so ready for the rest of them! Will do a more in depth review later on..

I adored this small town romance story. Mason has returned home upon his father’s death he has all these mixed emotions on what he is going to do. Then there is Pia, who was hired by his father to restore the inn. Now more time mason spends with Pia the harder he is finding it resist. Also there’s the deal with the pact. I loved the interaction with the guys this story really is a sweet small town romance.

The Bachelor Pact between the protagonist, Mason and his friends was the takeoff point for this series/story. I love a good friend group and that’s why I picked up this romance. When he meets Pia, their attraction is instant and so begins the numerous problems of whether or not they should pursue something while working together. I enjoyed watching them fall head over heels in love and get their happily ever after and look forward to the rest of books in this series. TBR and Enjoy!

Fallen Hearts
The Bachelor Pact #1
Cissy Mecca
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For Mason returning home to Cedar Falls after his Dad's death brings on some mixed emotions. But finding out his father had hired a beautiful lady named Pia to run and restore the inn before he died is at the top of the mixed emotions list. He doesn't need help. He's probably going to sell it and go back to his police job anyway, but things don't quite go as he thought they would.

No attachments and of course there's the Bachelor Pact as well. But Pia's nothing but sunshine and laughter and that is sorely testing Mason's resolve. As each day passes he finds it harder and harder to think of the day when he has to return to his job and leave the inn.
The Bachelor Pact is something they never should have made and he knows that now, but how does he even begin to give himself to someone else when he's so confused himself.

Cissy Mecca knows how to write in any genre she chooses. This book was absolutely amazing. From the moment I started reading it, I was lost. I don't think I came up for air until the book was done. The characters were perfect. The chemistry between Mason and Pia was off the charts. I was rooting for them the whole way. If you enjoy small town contemporary books then this book is for you. I don't normally read contemporary, but this was definitely worth it. I can tell you honestly that I'll be waiting for the next books to come out.

Fallen Hearts by Cissy Mecca was a great easy read. It had the romance, the angst, the spice, and of course Pia and Mason’s chemistry was sizzling. Mason was put off by relationships due to the fact that they either end up in heartbreak or loss and after witnessing what his dad went through after losing his mom, he didn’t want that. And let’s not forget the so called Bachelor Pact, where no one falls in love or says “I do”. Mason and Pia try to keep things casual between them, but they just keep gravitating towards one another. Enjoyed their story very much, it was cute and sweet with some spice. Can’t wait to see how the rest of the boys break the pact.