Falling Fast is the second in an F1 series by Jenni Fletcher and I was super excited to pick this one up as I really enjoyed Lights Out!

Falling Fast follows Ava as she is iffered a job in communications and social media management for Rask, following the success of her F1 podcast. There she meets Leif, one of the drivers for Rask, closed off and grumpy. Ava and Leif start a relationship which Ava asks to be kept secret.

I really enjoyed the grumpy x sunshine trope in this book, and it was interesting to learn more about Formula 1. I do however feel like the chemistry between Ava and Leif wasn’t really there and that their relationship moved too fast, I feel like I didn’t get to know the characters as much as I would’ve liked. There is also the miscommunication and third act break up tropes, do if you enjoy reading those tropes then definitely pick this one up!

I hope there will be another book in this series and if there is I have a feeling I know who it might follow! I am giving Falling Fast 3 stars, and I do hope there will be another F1 book by Jenni Fletcher!

I LOVED this!! It follows Ava, a young F1 fan trying to get a job in the motorsport industry. After a setback means she can’t reapply for a position at her dream team until the end of the year, she gets an out-of-the-blue invitation to join another team as their media officer. She jumps at the chance, even though the team isn’t doing very well this season, and begins working on improving their image. What she didn’t count on was her attraction to one of the drivers, the grumpy and aloof Leif. He seems very cold towards her but their relationship begins to grow and Ava must do all she can to avoid distractions as she questions whether she should stay or leave the team.

Read it in one day. It was good easy read. And as an F1 fan it was definitely fun. Team Rask kept reminding me of Williams.

A second excellent formula one romance from Jenni Fletcher. Hugely enjoyable with lots of details on racing, but you don't have to be an avid fan of F1 to enjoy the book. Ava and Leif work well as individuals and a couple and you really do root for them to find their happy ending, seemingly against the odds. It was also good to catch up with Maisie and Geo from the first book.

Jenni Fletcher’s Falling Fast is a high-octane, slow-burn romance that delivers all the addictive tension and steamy chemistry fans of Formula 1 romances crave—think Icebreaker meets Drive to Survive, with a brooding driver and a fiery heroine who refuse to admit they’re perfect for each other.

Ava Yearwood is living every F1 fan’s dream: landing a job with the elite Rask Racing team. But her excitement is tempered by the infuriating presence of Leif Olsen, the team’s enigmatic star driver whose icy demeanour and sharp tongue should repel her—if only her traitorous body didn’t ignite every time they’re in the same room. When Ava is assigned as Leif’s Media Officer, their forced proximity turns their simmering animosity into something far more combustible.

Fletcher nails the enemies-to-lovers dynamic, balancing laugh-out-loud banter with moments of aching vulnerability. Leif is the ultimate grumpy hero, his aloofness masking deep-seated pressures and a guarded heart, while Ava’s quick wit and determination make her a relatable, root-worthy lead. Their chemistry crackles, whether they’re trading barbs in the paddock or succumbing to stolen, breathless moments between races.

The F1 backdrop is a thrill for motorsport fans (the high-stakes drama, the glamorous locales, the behind-the-scenes authenticity), but the heart of the story lies in Ava and Leif’s emotional journeys. Can they navigate the pitfalls of a workplace romance in the scrutinizing world of professional racing? Will Leif’s fear of distraction cost him more than just a podium finish? Fletcher keeps the tension revving until the final lap.

This was really cute! I was a bit nervous about the dynamics when it came to them working together, but it worked out really well. The romance was cute, and it was great to see Ava's progression throughout the book! Would definitely read another one if it was a series!

I was really shocked by how much I liked this, given I don't care about F1 - I thought it was really brilliant, I loved the chemistry between the two, Leif is such a lovely lead, and Ava was really likeable. My only criticism is that it was too slow at times, and filled with minutia that didn't add much to the story. But I would now like to read more by author

i absolutely loved this book ! this was absolutely no surprise considering how much i adored lights out by fletcher but this book went above and beyond my expectations.

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i absolutley loved the pace and feel of this book, it felt equally engaging and fun to red while rarely skimping out on details and the action packed nature of ava/ leif’s jobs! I did feel like more moments between ava and leif would have added so much to the romance and the plot but despite this i still enjoyed reading about the miscommuncation enemies - friends - lovers.

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ava and leif were absolutlry my loves <333 throughout this book, they were a bit dramatic and some miscommunication shone through but they were just so sweet to eachother that i skipped over how annoying this part was.

overall, i am so so gald i requested another one of fletcher’s books as this series is quickly becoming such a sweet f1 romace read !

This is such a great formula one romance. I adore when you can tell that the author is a BIG fan and cares about the sport. WHO’DA THOUGHT I WOULD EVER CARE ABOUT ?!?
Ava and Leif had my toes curling, feet kicking and giggling! The build up reminded me of watching a race, building with every chapter and surprises making me lean in to the book more.
Can’t wait to read more

Two things I really love, F1, Romance and Books!!! This was so cute and such a quick, fun and easy read!!

I rated this 3.5 stars

I really enjoyed when we met Ava in Lights out, and how her podcast became the reason Masie & Gio met. So I was happy when I found out that Falling Fast was going to be her story.

First things first I had no clue whatsoever on how to say Leif’s name, in my head it was Leaf. I have no clue if that was correct or not.

I enjoyed their relationship development and it was nice that it didn’t feel rushed. It’s a very much of a slow, slow burn story and there isn’t much spice. This is definitely a he falls first story, I’m pretty sure he was gone for her as soon as he saw her. He just hides it for a while. I love he falls first stories.
I love how strong and independent Ava is, and this story shows her growing even more. She’s got a past and she absolutely adored Quezada Racing for helping her through that hard time, but I loved seeing her create a family and with Rask Racing.

The topic of F1 is very heavy in this book but it explains it well and any non F1 fan won’t be lost and confused throughout. I’m excited to see who the next book in the series could be about.

I’m giving this book 3.75 stars.

I really loved Ava in Lights Out and getting little snippets of her F1 podcast, so I was more than thrilled to return for her own happy ending! Ava was definitely made to be in the world of F1, she was enthusiastic and determined to make Rask the company it deserved to be. Leif was an absolute delight, he was the perfect grump but underneath all of that carried a soft interior. When the mistaken tension between the two finally slipped away, he was a gentle and caring man who doted on Ava. There was a lot of miscommunication which is why this book ended up being a 4 stars for me, if the miscommunication wasn't there, this would have been an easy 5 stars but it got to a point where I felt frustrated towards the two of them not just speaking up because it could have been easily resolved and we would have been able to spend more time enjoying them. Besides the miscommunication, this was a perfect read, I adored Ava and Leif and the F1 aspects were once again really fun to follow. I'm hoping Jenni has another up her sleeve!

I really liked Ava’s character from ‘Lights Out’ so excited to read this one - especially when I found out the male lead was Leif!

Formula One fan Ava has just started a new job - she loves everything about it, apart from their driver Leif, who’s cold shoulder should put her off but the sparks keep flying! When she’s assigned as his media officer their close proximity ranks up the tension and those sparks turn into flames - can they keep their ‘careers on track, or will their insane chemistry steer them both off-course?’

Leif was shy and sweet - he was so gone for her from the start. Just such a likeable MMC. She thinks he doesn’t like her but he’s just shy!

I absolutely loved Ava as the FMC - she was strong and determined, having overcome difficult things in life. Working in F1 was her dream and she was determined to reach her goals!

Overall I enjoyed their relationship, but there were some red flags I can’t ignore! There was a lack of communication between them and they could’ve avoided a whole lot of issues by just telling each other the truth and being more open about their futures. Miscommunication is my least favourite trope, and in the real world adults discuss things before making decisions - they don’t just guess what the other person is going to do and get annoyed when they make the ‘wrong’ choice. They could’ve been so much better as a couple if they’d just talked things through sooner!

Really enjoyed the cameos of characters from book one - see how their lives were getting on etc.

I can’t wait for the next instalment - I’m intrigued to see whose story we get next. I’m hoping for Quinn!

ARC copy provided by Penguin Random House & NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A good heart warming story, throughly enjoyed the F1 aspect of the story, well worth a read even if your not a F1 or sports fun in general.

i loved the relationship development between leif and ava!!! honestly i wasnt too sure what to expect from an F1 book since i dont really know anything about it but im proud to say that i wasn't disappointed :0

really enjoyed the fast pacing, loved the tropes (enemies to lovers hehe) and id definitely be picking more up from this author. totally recommend!!

This F1 Romance had me hooked from the very beginning because I related to the fact that there was this job I so desperately wanted and could not get so I went for the next best thing. I hope I get that chance again. But moving on to the book.

Leif & Ava brought the best in each other. I kind of didn't like Ava at a lot of places but the reason behind her being the way she was kind of justified. I mean she could have discussed it a lot earlier but it is what it is.

Leif was a darling through and through and I enjoyed the book a lot.

Thanks to Penguin Random House UK Children's | Penguin for my advanced reader copy of Falling Fast by Jenni Flecther

Another book mentions Formula 1, which is an excellent read for those sports romance fans 01 we are following Ava Yearwood, who can't quite believe her luck when she lands a job at Rask Racing. She loves F1 riding.

This is such a fun read, and I like Leif, even if he is quite a stoick-type character, meaning he fits the typical hero mould. But it suits him and adds to the charm of the story.

Though I could see where the story was going from the start, I still enjoyed the development of Ava and Leif. They made me smile

if you want a book with F1 and a nice, sweet ending, this book is for you

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This is an utterly adorable read! I didn't think I could ever be a reader of sports romance, but I've been an enormous fan of Jenni Fletcher for years so I knew she could hook me anyway, and she did. I loved Lights Out, and I think I loved Falling Fast even more! Ava and Leif are completely lovely as a couple, and I adored the coziness of the Rask workplace - even when it was hectic, it still felt like such a nice place to be and to spend time as a reader. The romance is a wonderful enemies-to-lovers journey, and the ending is gorgeously heartwarming. Just perfect!

This is my second F1 book - I’m a fan!

I still know almost nothing about F1, but I loved Ava and Leif.

Some spice. Some miscommunication.

F1 isn’t really something that’s captured my attention, though I have enjoyed a couple of episodes of Drive to Survive, so I thought I’d give this a try!
I haven’t read Lights Out by the same author, and this story is quite interconnected, but I felt like I was brought fairly up to speed with all the characters, enough to feel like I wasn’t missing anything too important.
I prefer a slower burn, and I did expect a little more spice than we got, but overall I enjoyed the story, and I was really rooting for Leif. I want to know what happens for him in seasons to come, so I’ll keep an eye out for future titles in the series, and I’ll be watching more Drive to Survive in the meantime!