Falling in Reverse

Seduce and Destroy #1

by Hazel Grace

She calls me Pretty Boy.
I call her mine.

From the first time I saw Bay Astor, that was it.

I wanted her.

Nothing would stand in the way of owning her the same way she possessed my thoughts. Not even a rivalry against the faceless gang that ran her part of town.

I’m the Prince of The Landings and she’s the South Shore runner with a love for burning rubber, who won’t stop running product through my streets. We’re constantly at odds.

Nothing is more infuriating than her.

Truly the biggest pain in my ass…and I’m not the only one who’s noticed.

My best friend wants her as badly as I do, smitten as hell. And my other buddy thinks she’s the devil respawned, out to destroy us and everything we’ve built.
We’re just a bunch of stupid idiots who can’t figure out what to do with her.

But I’m looking to find out.

Bay Astor can run. She can hide. Hell, she can even deny that she wants me—which is a lie. I’ve never had a problem chasing her before.

Even if it costs me everything.


FALLING IN REVERSE is a reverse harem (the FMC has multiple love interests) with rival-towns, enemies to lovers, street racing alpha male energy, suspense romance themes, stepbrothers, he falls first, grayish romance vibes

Genres: Why Choose, Reverse Harem, Dark Romance, Enemies To Lovers, Suspense, He Falls First

523 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 22, 2024

About the author

Hazel Grace is an avid music lover, an undefined human being, and hardcore Oakland Raiders fan from the mitten state of Michigan.
Always surprising her readers with weird Michigan sayings (they have their own cuss words) and writing "what the f*ck" storylines.
When she's not writing, she's on Spotify finding new bands, working on her Camaro or watching shows with her kids with annoying songs attached to them.

Check up on Hazel on the following platforms:

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Reviews

[⁺˚⋆｡°✩ hannah ✩°｡⋆˚⁺ · Rating 4 out of 5]

** ARC REVIEW **

WHATTTT THE HELL?! I need book 2 NOW BECAUSE THAT CLIFFHANGER?! wowowowow… Okay okay let me try to calm down and gather my thoughts…. *breathe hannah* okay.. so this story is about rival neighborhood gangs! Bay is our fmc and she’s fiery and fiesty as hell. She is warned multiple times to stay away and out enemy territory by our 3 mmc’s: Torin, Cairo, and Reeve. and those 3 guys are the rival gang leaders and they all desire her whether they want to admit it or not. But Bay does not listen and she does what she wants including going in their territory multiple times. So she has to face the consequences.. and their hand necklaces.. Bay’s best friend Levi, is also a very important part of this story… I love their friendship so much!! He’s great. this is a slow burning why choose book! it has a few spicy scenes but it is more story driven! And the story itself is really good! It keeps you entertained and wondering what’s going to happen next! There’s a lot of flirting, banter, teasing, and drama. The 3 mmc’s are GREAT... a little more about them.. Torin is wild, reckless, and obsessed. Cairo is grumpy and mysterious. Reeve is a golden retriever that can charm anyone. They all have dirty mouths and love to give hand necklaces. I’m more torn between Torin and Reeve but I’m not gonna choose.. I’ll gladly pick them all! Anyways, I am so so so ready to see what happens next!! thank you so much hazel grace for giving me the opportunity to arc read your book!! but just so you know I will be mailing my therapy bills to you now!!! I’m going to be thinking of this cliffhanger everyday!!

this book gives off fast and furious vibes with a little sons of anarchy vibes thrown in there as well!! so definitely check this book out when it releases if those vibes are something you’re into!

[Nikki Jay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review
4.8 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨

Trigger warnings - make sure to read them before diving in!

I DEVOURED this book! The angst, reverse harem, gang involvement. All chefs kiss 💋 I did give 5 stars in the rating instead of 4 since my real rating is 4.8 only because I feel like Hazel deserves all the recognition for this amazing dark romance. I just thought there was a lot of world building when I truly wanted more of the plot. That cliffhanger also completely destroyed me. I’ll be crying about it until the next book comes out which is even more sad because I know it’ll be a while. Give this a book a chance you won’t regret it!

[Jess Bohanick · Rating 4 out of 5]

**I received an ARC copy of this book**

Omg!! You love street racing? An absolutely feral FMC? How about hot, unhinged, possessive, tattooed men?
Yea ... Me too!
Bay Astor is just trying to survive and take care of her family, but Torin, Cairo and Reeve keep getting in her way ... Mostly because she keeps going through their turf.
I adored Bay's attitude and pure savagery.. this girl gives no f*cks!! Can't really blame the guys for wanting to claim her.
This story has so much depth to the characters, it was fast-paced, action packed, and that cliffhanger!!! I'll be thinking about it non-stop until the next book comes out!!

[Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a wild ride! Read this in order to read the ARC of book 2 and so happy I did.
Bay is an absolute badass of an FMC. LOVE her. She HOLDS IT DOWN. No matter what's thrown her way.
The boysss 🥰🫠 immediately loved Cairo and I have no explanation why since you definitely get him the least here. But I'll be patently waiting for his story!

It's hard to say what I want to say without spoiling anything so just go read this!
The cliffhanger was absolutely one of the most jaw-dropping cliffhangers in recent memory for me. So much so that I'm almost done with my ARC read of book 2 and I'm afraid to finish it - can't imagine how she's going to end that one! And this time I don't have the next book waiting for me 😩

What to expect:
▪️Reverse Harem
▪️Enemies to Lovers
▪️Alpha Male Energy
▪️Gang Wars
▪️Rival Towns
▪️Street Racing

[Romance in Realms · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m super interested in the story but the writing was hard for me to vibe with. There was a lot of continuous dialogue that didn’t mention who was saying what, so u had to keep reading pages 2-3x to make sure I was hearing the conversation correctly.

I will absolutely be reading book 2 asap tho!

[💕📚Cassie📚💕 · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ READ - SPICE 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️





🖤Multiple love interests☑️

🖤Multiple povs☑️

🖤Enemies to lovers☑️

🖤Street racing☑️

🖤Alpha male energy☑️

🖤Strong and independent FMC☑️




There’s more I can list but I’ll leave the rest for you guys to find out on your own 🤭 OMG! when I say I enjoyed this I wholeheartedly mean it! I ate this thing up I’m a very honest person if I don’t like something I’ll say it but this right here man did it pull me in from the start from to end I was interested. It’s not slow at all gets right to the point I love the way it’s written there’s still mystery to what’s going on but you get a lot of information which I appreciate since I didn’t have to scratch my head wondering what the heck’s going on lol

Bey Astor is what I call a go-getter if she wants it she goes for it if she needs it she goes for it in a lot of ways she’s very reliable when it comes to personal areas. When I say I fell in love with the characters I absolutely mean 100% did I yell what are you doing! A few times hell yeah I did lol

Levi made me love him right away but Reeve the moment he entered the chapter I was gone lol all it took was the details of what he looks like and what he’s wearing 🫠 Torin didn’t get my love right away but once things shifted for me he sure the heck did!

It’s hard for me to like a series and fall in love with the characters all in one sitting but this right here it’s freaking amazing!! The spice in it had me thinking for a second like is this actually happening lol the the spice doesn’t disappoint. all I’m gonna say is movies 🤭

Anyway if it isn’t obvious I loved it! I went in with no expectations knowing very little about it and I’m glad I did! I came out with high expectations for the next book in the series

my mouth seriously dropped in the last chapter I didn’t expect some things that’s what I love the most about this it keeps you on your toes I need more information on Reeve and the others like soon lol.

Oh, and make sure to read the thank you note at the end it had me in tears I hardly read this area of books but this one happens to be one of the few I did and it’s amazing what the author put into this. she’s such an amazing person I love her writing style for this. Once I started reading I said oh this feels like some version of the Fast and the Furious Meets the Ravenhood series

Seriously pick up the book and start reading it you won’t be disappointed release date is August 22nd! Don’t miss it and make sure to get your copy

Thank you Hazel Grace for making this amazing masterpiece! thank you for allowing me to be an ARC reader for this it means so much to me 💙

[Reading by Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bay has a shaking grip on the gun that Levi had left in her bedroom even though she told him she didn't want it. Now she just prays that the two men who broke into their house don't see her before she has them in sight.

Intruders sent to make a point that they can get to her whenever they wanted. But she doesn't take the threat kindly as she is currently the sole support of her two young sisters and father. Her father had a stroke after their mother committed suicide and now she is barely holding it together with the help of her best friend Levi.

Between running drugs, jumping cars and street racing she will do anything to support her family - anything but join a gang. Although The Nameless run the South Shores they haven't pushed her to join. But crossing into The Landings territory is where she needs to sell product.

The Landings... territory of the Forsaken Crew headed by Torin, Cairo and Reeve. The enemies. They have warned her on several occasions to not cross the line, but she refuses to listen.

I loved this book! It is very well written and the characters are fully developed and relatable. Bay lives in the world of street gangs and street racing. Everyone loses to her but they still want to race her and her Nova. She is street-smart and not scared to take a swing or knee to anyone who threatens her. And that includes Torin despite his claims that she will one day be his.

This book is action-packed and full of danger and suspense. Warning - this book does leave you with a cliffhanger and boy it is a massive one. Trying to avoid a gang war and keeping secrets from her best friend that could light the fuse, Bay is just trying to keep her head above water.

But Levi is keeping his own secrets. Torin, Cairo and Reeve have plans of their own and no matter how much they want her she is the chess piece that could tumble down their world.

If you like dark romance you will love this story. There are major triggers so beware and the most shocking is the cliffhanger ending. Can't wait for the next book because... wow!

[ReadWithPeaches · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️

This gave me Riverdale meets Fast and the Furious vibes. One thing I absolutely loved is that she mentioned music in the book. I would play the songs at that time they are mentioned to help set the scene.

Blurb:
She calls me Pretty Boy. 
I call her mine. 
 
From the first time I saw Bay Astor, that was it. 
 
I wanted her.
 
Nothing would stand in the way of owning her the same way she possessed my thoughts. Not even a rivalry against the faceless gang that ran her part of town. 

I’m the Prince of The Landings and she’s the South Shore runner with a love for burning rubber and fast cars, who won’t stop running product through my streets. We’re constantly at odds.  

Nothing is more infuriating than her. 
 
Truly the biggest pain in my ass…and I’m not the only one who’s noticed. 
 
My best friend wants her as badly as I do, smitten as hell. And my other buddy thinks she’s the devil respawned, out to destroy us and everything we’ve built. 
We’re just a bunch of stupid idiots who can’t figure out what to do with her.
 
But I’m looking to find out. 
 
Bay Astor can run. She can hide. Hell, she can even deny that she wants me—which is a lie. I’ve never had a problem chasing her before. 

Even if it costs me everything.


>Reverse Harem
>Suspense Romance
>Enemies to Lovers
>Street Racing

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[Lager Lefse Book Blog · Rating 5 out of 5]

Falling In Reverse had so many tropes that I adore. Street racing, RH, gangs, tough female leads, lick able and delectable guys, immense alpha energy, along with so many secrets and a cliffhanger that just made me yell (it truly did, the hubby knew exactly that it was a cliffy).

Our kick butt female lead is Bay. She is the eldest daughter in the family who is carrying so much on her shoulders. She is a daughter, student, caregiver (to her sisters and father), and survivalist. Bay is fierce, loyal and loves her family immensely.

The men, oh, the men! They include Levi, Torin, Cairo, and Reeve. They are your very own variety pack full of yummy and delicious. In true boy band fashion, you have the overprotective best friend who is alpha to his core, the royal ‘prince’ in the leading gang family whose only word is ‘mine’, the dark and mysterious one who hates Bay, yet can’t stop talking about her beauty, and then we have the retriever of the group who is willing to leave his playboy ways for Bay. All I have to say is, ‘yes please’ to every one of them. They are scrumptious in their own rights.

I did thoroughly enjoy this book. There is a lot of information in the beginning and made me feel a little all over the place, but as the book went along, this feeling lessened. The last 10-15% of the book I was on pins and needles. Hazel truly lived up to her nickname, ‘the cliffhanger queen.’ I have no choice but to patiently wait for book 2, but I will not like it😈. GAH!!!!!

[Life on Readpeat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm sorry, but 𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐁𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐔𝐓𝐄 𝐅*𝐂𝐊 — Hazel Grace you left me in a gosh d@mn 𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒅 with that cliffhanger ending. I will 𝐍𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 forgive you — okay just kidding I 𝐃𝐎 forgive you, but I need the next book like yesterday! 𝑷𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆, 𝑷𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆, 𝑷𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒆 don't make me wait!!!

𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 took me for a 𝐅*𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 wild and crazy ride — I'm still trying to gather my thoughts and emotions after devouring this phenomenally captivating read. I still cannot believe that I've only read one other book from Hazel Grace (𝒈𝒐𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒆𝒆𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒔𝒐𝒐𝒏) because 𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐘 𝐅*𝐂𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐋 her writing is breathtaking beautiful and take control of every part of your body 😍.

This story kicks off with a 𝑩𝑨𝑵𝑮 right from the very start when we meet our 𝐤𝐢𝐜𝐤@𝐬𝐬 𝒇𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞, Bay Astor. She is a force to be reckon with and she's got a lot on her plate — so it only seems fitting that she would have multiple love interests — 𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐄?! Torin, Cairo, and Reeve will leave you 🥵 as you get to know them. I am still undecided which one I love more!

You'll probably 𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐄 like I did after that cliffhanger, but trust me there is a 𝐋𝐎𝐓 of story told 𝐁𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄 that cliffhanger so get ready to find yourself on the edge of your seat from start to finish!

[viviana ʚ♡ɞ · Rating 5 out of 5]

✨ ARC review ✨ Thank you so much for allowing me to read this! BOOK RELEASE DATE AUGUST 22!!!!

I have no clue how to start this besides I NEED BOOK 2 ASAP!!! These men had me in a chokehold! I kept wanting more after every scene with these glorious men. OMG and that theater scene??? I couldn't keep it together! 🤭
Bay (FMC) does what she wants, when she wants and doesn't seem to care about consequences unless she comes close to dying and leaving her family behind. She pretty much has to play parent to her two younger sisters and her father after he suffers a stroke. To make ends meet, she works with her best friend Levi doing illegal activities and street racing.....
We also meet Torin, Cairo and Reevie. I really thought I'd be able to choose a favorite by the time I finished the book but that indeed did not happen, why choose right? Individually these men are WOW but together???????? YES PLEASEEEE!!!
The entire build up of each character makes you want to keep reading because you NEED more. The spice??? Perfect amount 🤭 I most definitely recommend this book! But be prepared because the ending is the biggest cliffhanger I have ever experienced!

[Courtney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Falling in Reverse is my first book from Hazel Grace and absolutely will not be my last.

This book is quite the wild ride. Bay is a force to be reckoned with and I may have teeny-tiny girl crush on her. LOL

Hazel does a great job of not only building up who all these characters are, but how they're all intertwined. She keeps readers engage with not only the dialogue but who each character is; their background and how they fit into the story.

I love the suspense of these rival gang members and the inner workings of each one. There is so much at play here and I could feel the tension coming off the pages.

And speaking of tension - WOW!! Bay has her hands full in so many ways. Levi, the best friend and then the three members of rival gangs - Torin, Cairo and Reeve. They all have their characteristics that suits them all perfectly and their mannerisms suit them perfectly.

This book moves at a fast pace, but packs a whole lot! And that cliffhanger! I cannot wait for the next book.

[Mandyloves2read · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was amazing! I loved the unique story line the characters especially are headstrong female character Bay she’s tough as nails full of sass and brings her boys to their knees ! This was a dark wild intense ride with twisto and turns that kept me turning page after page I couldn’t put it down and that ending was brutal! Man I can’t wait for the next book!

[sahltmarie · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️ARC REVIEW⭐️

3 MMCs getting added to the list of book boyfriends.
Like come on Torin, Cairo, and Reeve.
Ahhhh this book was soooo good.
Like REALLY GOOOD.
Our FMC, Bay is a baddie.
But I lived and loved her friendship with Levi.
The flirting, banter, spicy scenes 🥵.
Sorry not sorry but ya girl is a Cairo girlie.
But why choose when you can have the three.
Also, ya girl is emotional cause that cliff hanger. I need book 2 Hazel Grace.

If you love a dark romance, slow burn, why choose vibes.
This one is your kind of book🖤

thank Hazel Grace for allowing and trusting me to read this beautiful written arc. I truly appreciate the opportunity to read it🖤

[Tia Toro · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Falling in Reverse” by Hazel Grace is a thrilling rollercoaster of emotions and unexpected twists. The reverse harem dynamic adds a unique layer of complexity, perfectly intertwined with intense mafia vibes that keep you on the edge of your seat. The dynamic between Bay & the other MMC’s are executed brilliantly, creating palpable tension and chemistry between the characters.
The twist about Bay’s dad left me absolutely shocked and added a depth to the story that I didn’t see coming. The ending broke my heart, but I have to say, I’m team Reevie 🥹

This book was just a vibe and I can’t wait for book two 😍

[Crystal Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bay Astor is our kickass FMC! She is the eldest daughter in the family who is carrying thw weight of her family on her shoulders. She is a daughter, student, caregiver (to her sisters and father), and just trying to survive. Bay is loyal, fearless, headstrong, and loves her family over everything.

Then throw in the MMC’s and 🥵🥵🥵! Levi is the longtime best friend and pretend boyfriend to Bay. He is your overprotective alpha male through and through. And then you have the gang leader MMC’s, Torin, Cairo, and Reeves. All of the men want her in their own way. 😏

But let me warn you now! Be prepared to be pissed with the cliffhanger that Hazel left us with. Like, hooooow? 😭

This book was well written and you instantly connect with Bat, at least I did. I had a rough childhood growing up, so I understood.

Check your trigger warnings!

I received this book as an ARC to review! 🫶🏻

[Sophie · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review
This was just brilliant but please check your Trigger Warnings before you start this. I can't wait to read book 2. I absolutely love Bay she is a badass and just an amazing character. This comes out August 22nd.

[Adjila Berda · Rating 5 out of 5]

omggggg tuez moi

[H · Rating 2 out of 5]

augh...this had potential but fell short. there were character moments and plot moments that had potential but this just didn't work for me. slow burn -no burn. not interested in continuing next books.

[Justine Gingras · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
POV: multi
Tropes: RH, step brother, greyish romance, rival towns/gangs, enemies to lovers, hand necklaces, street racing, alpha male, BDE, suspense romance, he falls first, different worlds, feisty badass FMC, kidnapping, cliffhanger.


Fast and the Furious meets SOA

OK let me first start out by saying that I cannot even describe the chokehold this book had me in! Hazel Grace! Mam, to write something this good is not even fair with that cliffhanger and now to wait for book #2. I am DYING! The twists, turns and surprises start at the very beginning!
Bay is warned multiple times to stay away from enemy territory and she hears the warnings but doesn’t listen. Torrin, Cairo and Reeve, the leaders of the Forsaken Crew and rivals to Southshore, all want Bay, in their own ways. Even if they don’t admit it at first.
Bay and Levi promise to stay out of the gang life but agree that they can pick up odd jobs to make ends meet. Street racing and illegal running are fair game but little does Bay know what’s really happening.

Bay, our badass FMC who isn’t afraid to do what it takes to get what needs to be done, done. Not only is she taking care of her dad and 2 younger sisters, she’s trying to keep her family afloat all while dealing with anything and everything that is thrown at her. She does what she wants, when she wants and won’t be controlled by anyone.

Levi is the bestie that you don’t want to ruin anything with because you wouldn’t be able to live without him. Hot, tattooed, muscly and definitely not the guy you introduce to your dad. Yet he had the hearts of not only Bay’s sisters but also her dad. He’ll move heaven and earth, burn the world down and go to hell and back for Bay.

Torrin, the Prince, he’s wild, reckless and impulsive. He hates that he wants Bay so much and that his dad doesn’t think he’s worthy to be his heir. A taste will not fulfill his cravings

Cairo, the grumpy and mysterious one, who does not want to fall under Bay’s spell like Torrin and Reeve did. He thinks he hates Bay and has gotten a little too close to Bay and been on the receiving end of her wrath more then he’d like to admit.

Reeve, the kind of guy who makes your toes curl. He’s handsome, a smooth talker and has major BDE. the type of guy your mother warns you about. He’s the refreshing mood changer, not like his other 2 partners of the Forsaken Crew he’s mostly warm and fuzzy like the sun. But does have dark and twisty that he wants to keep buried.

Falling in Reverse throws serious Fast and the Furious vibes and I am HERE for it! This is a slow burn but fast paced why choose, full of steamy flirting, witty banter and drama! Falling in Reverse will live rent free in my mind for a long time and has become my Roman Empire.

[Dusty Doyle-McDaniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish I could give this more than 5 stars because I feel like 5 stars doesn't do it justice, the story, the characters and the spice.
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟


This book has been an absolute rollercoaster of emotions.. My heart has hurt for Bay she hasn't had it easy growing up with a mother who treated her horribly to her dad becoming sick , the weight of being the older daughter and sister falls on her shoulders.. she's made to sacrifice and scrape by to make sure the ones she loves are okay in the end, she has no limits to what she would do for the ones she loves.
But honestly that's the least of her worries when her last comes back in full force in the form of the Forsaken Crew , who will do anything in their power to make sure Bay stays to the south side of the tracks and out of their way and out of trouble that seems to follow her around.

But what choice does she have? It's not just her life on the line and it gets messy when lines are crossed and truths are shared.. some things are better left to the unknown, but our sweet Bay doesn't have that luxury, and shit is only going to get worse before it gets better.


The Forsaken Crew made up of Reeves , Tarion & Cario these three have had the privilege of being brought up with power and privilege that comes at a cost, their past of Shakey and messy , their damage across their skin is both skin deep and surface scars. They're trying to make a name for themselves and to make right what's been wrong on both sides of the tracks but when their paths cross with Bay Astor, the lines gets a bit murky and lust mixes with fear, and Paranoia.. she has the power to bring them to their knees and unravel every plan they've ever laid to make it where no one comes out harmed.


The nameless, the south side kings pride and the one thing that works for protecting the ones that cannot protect themselves from a much bigger threat, from the shadows they strike fear in the hearts of those who cross south shores king and the shore itself.


I need book two , so much right now. I read this book so fast that I'm dreading the book hangover I'm feeling since I turned that last page, I'm so grateful that Hazel took her time to write such an amazing story, with such amazing and different characters that they each deliver such an interesting twist to the story, and the relationship building with south side and the landing , Bay and the forsaken . The twist and turns , the right and the wrong that they each hold to such a degree that maybe the lines are a bit dark and blurred but the story is beyond amazing and I will definitely be rereading this in the future .

[Christy Davisson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easily a Top 2024 Read!! If you have plans this is one book you won't want to put down so be prepared for the long haul here!!

Ok, Hazel Grace hit this first book out of the park here, she gives you depth, vivid world-building, suspense, mystery, spice, and intrigue with each character and their gang rivalry that has deadly consequences.

If you love a good raw/gritty story of a fighter/poor girl who street races and runs illegal substances to help her family who just wants to keep her inner circle safe and cared for then Bay Astor will be one of your favorite FMCs. She's a girl who wants better for her sisters and stroke-recovering father and away from all the gang life that surrounds them. Levi her best friend who has ties to a gang in their neighborhood is her rock and when things start to unfold for them both she finds herself unsure if he will understand why she has done the things she has even if she fully hasn't accepted them herself.

Now let's hit the RH side of this story because yes there are so so many men vying for her attention and they are all very possessive, powerful, and OTT alpha. Levi the sweet best friend who looks like a muscled-up bad boy ready to take on anyone for her, Torin the wild card who is suspicious but drawn to her and samples that said obsession with her now, Cairo the intense emotionless enforcer who has a past with her and is iffy with his feelings so far with her, and Reeve the fun party boy type who is immediately taken by her and is ready for more only he's and his bffs are on the wrong side of the town and this will cause a big issue even more now once a bombshell is dropped on all of them. Even the side characters bring another level of depth to this story which I absolutely loved.
Now this is part of a series and it ends on a wild cliffhanger that has you needing more!! The author has a reputation as a cliffhanger queen for a reason and this one is no different. This is a definite must read!! I can't wait for more now!!

Overall: 5/☆☆☆☆☆
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶

[Alexandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

⭐️5/5
🌶️5/5 (slow burn, and different for each guy BUT when there is spice it is SPICY)
📱 available now

The first instalment of this series put me through an emotional wringer, the trauma each character has endured in their past / over the course of this novel is what brings the characters together as much as it drives them apart. The ending.. that CLIFFHANGER, hazel girl… you knew what you were doing. Hook, line and sinker I’m clicking download on that second novel the minute it is available. (Pretty little lies, available Nov 7 on KU!)



If you like a good why choose that is an enemies to lovers series , morally black MMCs, morally grey FMC, lots of spice. Oh and the male characters fall first, then you will devour this novel.

Torin - a past love interest of the FMC, and her gangs sworn enemy. Despite his Disability he thrives and makes a name for himself in a world where his disability is a major weakness. My guy is ruthless when it comes to Bay, and he plans to play for keeps.

Reeve- oh Reevie - probably my favorite of the MCs, a charming bad boy with surfer vibes and eyes for only our FMC once he meets her. He literally decides she’ll be his wife on their first meeting ( 😍) His past still haunts him throughout the novel, but no matter what he keeps Bay as his end goal.

Cairo - our Italian Stallion. This man is ruthless, and arguably hates the FMC the most. His icy demeanour slowly melts throughout the course of the novel, but he still keeps his guard high to figure out her motive.

Levi- the king of south shore. His character is a bit more elusive in this novel. A steady rock, childhood bff, and fake bf to our FMC. He has never told her the truth of his role in south shore, and still keeps trying to hide things from her throughout the novel.

Finally, Bay- badass FMC who isn’t afraid to fight for the ones she loves whether it’s to protect them or defend her own morale. She is hiding things from each MMC, some big secrets, some small. It should be interesting to see how it all unfolds in #2

[Joyffree · Rating 4 out of 5]

"I've come to the realization that Torin and I are the same sort of asshole. Both of us refuse to back down from opposition and we'll do anything to keep our pride unscathed."

Welcome to Bay's World
Gangs. Guns. Fast Cars. Faster betrayals.
Each day is a fight for Bay to stay alive
You want to enter her world with no preconceived beliefs
Because almost nothing is as it is presented
And a warning this ends with a
"What the ever-loving Hades plot twist just happened" scene

The author did a spectacular job setting up this series
The raw, unfiltered, at times brutal storyline, grabbed me and wouldn't let me go
The best friend(s) - the ride or dies
The enemies - who had no qualms doing what was needed to protect their territory
The men who were firmly planted in Bay's life whether she wanted them there or not
The ones who desired a small taste of her flesh, her soul.
And the ones who wanted to watch the crimson flow from her body
Sometimes both
Torin, Cairo, Reeve, Levi, and a couple more who fall in the second category

Bay herself was such a strong and snarky character
Her drive to care for her family at any cost
Carjacking. Drug Running. Theft. Blackmail.
Nothing was off the table
Her compassion
Her devotion
Her secrets
She wasn't going to let a little death threat stop her
Add in the back and forth between her and the men
The raw desire. The sexual tension. Off the pages hot!
The action was nonstop from the opening scene to the final twist

Strap in and hold on tight - This is one wild ride

[Nicole Price · Rating 4 out of 5]

*ARC Review*

Falling In Reverse
Hazel Grace
8/22/2024

Tropes:
🏁Street Racing
🏁Why Choose (RH)
🏁Step Brother
🏁Rival Gangs
🏁Hand Necklaces
🏁Enemies to Lovers
🏁Grayish Romance

I am so honored to have to been able to read this as an ARC. I love that Hazel interacts with us and responds to us on social media. I was hooked on the book from the first post I saw about it. Usually, I’m not a RH girlie, however, this isn’t like other RH trooped books I’ve read. You get massive amounts of character development along with relationship development between the FMC and MMC. Reading how each of Bays relationships with Torin, Reece, and Cairo grows add to the depth of this book. I wanted Bay to tell Levi the truth so bad, I know the fall out from that will be absolutely brutal.

The cliffhanger ending gutted me, I know it’ll be at least a year before we get the next book 😭😭😭 I need to know who “he” is! I have my theories and if it’s one of them I know the next book will send us all off our rockers even more than the first.

Being a huge car girlie, the street racing in this book made me so happy. The destroyed Supra not so much LOL. You just don’t destroy a Supra, well maybe the new ones, definitely not a MK4 Supra.

If you are easily triggered check the trigger warnings so you’re not blind sided.
* Murder
* Violence
* Kidnapping
* Rape
* Mentioned Incest
* Guns
* Attempted Murder
* Fire & Explosions

[Tirsa · Rating 1 out of 5]

No flow!

The author needs an editor ASAP. The grammar throughout the book was horrible. She kept changing the characters hair and eye colors. Big events would take place and the characters would never talk about what happened afterwards. Then another big event would happen and then nada. There was absolutely no flow. Spoilers: When Torin and Levi were being exchanged, it appeared that something happened at a sporting goods store. It was mentioned twice, but there was no chapter written about it?! Also, her nerdy friend, Travis, was shot. Later the FMC took him to the bookstore because she felt guilty and wanted to make it up to him. Chapters later, when the FMC sees him at the races and she mentions how Travis was laid out on a hospital bed recovering and that she was happy to see that he was finally out. Wtf?! This book should not have been released. The story is choppy and tore up!

[Laci Rambo]

This was a DNF for me. I’m not going to say much besides it just didn’t do anything for me. I held out until 65% and then just lost all interest. I was totally all about finishing and powering through, but I just can’t. Nothing makes sense and there’s so many confusing things happening and so many people. I will say, this author is extremely nice and very good at communicating and making sure the ARC got to me because we were having some problems making that happen. I do appreciate that.

[Victoria Weston · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first time that I've read a book from this author and it definitely won't be the last. This book does end on a cliffhanger that will have you screaming for the next book.


What to expect:
🏁Reverse Harem
🏁Enemies to Lovers
🏁Romantic Suspense
🏁Stepbrother
🏁He falls first
🏁Why Choose
🏁Alpha Male
🏁Gang Wars
🏁Kidnapping
🏁Street Racing


Bay is one bad a.sš chick who is fiercely protective of her family. Extremely loyal and will do absolutely everything in her power to make sure they are safe and provided for. She's has to sacrifice so much but it's what's made her who she is.

The guys Levi, Torin, Cairo, and Reeve are all different in their own right.
Their is a ton of gang rivalry between the characters and tension between them all is sky high.
Levi is Bays best friend and he will do anything for her at all, he's always has her back.
Then we have The Forsaken crew,
Torin is obsessive and possessive and won't take no crap.
Reeve was a complete playboy who is quite the chilled and very laid back guy who could literally charm the pants of anyone.
Cairo will not be falling for Bay's charm (or so he thinks 😉) and he's very much a grumpy guy who questions everything.


This storyline flows throughout and is intense and filled full of angst, the mystery and suspense and twists you most definitely will not see coming. This story will also pull on your emotions at times too.
The characters were written fantastically and I was hooked on each of them and the way this author brought them to life was fantastic, so I'm depth, so deep amazing and so real and relatable at times. They all had great chemistry and the way Bay and the guys banter between each other I loved it. I absolutely loved Bay on how my heart ached for her, her family especially her father who needs care. The way this author makes the reader connect with the story was awesome and I was hooked right from the beginning until the very end with that huge cliffy.


This book does have the fast and furious vibe about it that I loved too.


>Reverse Harem
>Suspense Romance
>Enemies to Lovers
>Street Racing

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[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW, WOW, WOW!!!! This book was extremely captivating with all its JUCIY contents. Hazel did such an amazing job with this book! After reading page one I knew that I wasn’t going to be able to put it down. Bay, the FMC, is such a strong headed, take no BS, feisty as h3ll character. AND If you ever watched Fast & Furious and loved Letty, then you will absolutely, without a doubt, love Bay. I was able to really connect with Bay because not only is she super independent, but she also puts taking care of her loved ones above anything else, no matter the consequences. I really enjoyed reading about her friendship with Levi and I just hope he never betrays her because I really don't want to hate him when i already love him so much!

Now let’s talk about the Forsaken Crew!!! These boys, or I should say men, are so HOTTTTT 🔥!!! They are just as wild as our girl Bay and are her perfect match. Torin is our reckless and obsessed guy, and add in Reeve and Cairo into the mix, they are the DEFINITION of trouble through and through. Reeve is the complete opposite of Cairo. Where Cairo is a resident in Grumpy land, Reeve is a golden retirever personified. But don't let that fool you because this group of Best Friends know how to use their power and privilege to their advantage. Bay is from the opposite side of the tracks and the boys don’t like it when she crosses over and is on their turf. But regardless, they can’t help but want a piece of her. They want her but don’t want to want her 🤭

The twist and turns and that cliffhanger, gahhhh it was all so amazing! Some of the things I kept reading had my head spinning so hard that I had to reread some parts just to make sure I had read it right the first time! And just when you think you know where the plot is going Hazel hits you with an uno reverse card and drops another twist, another layer to the already intense and interesting storyline. CAN’T WAIT FOR BOOK 2!!!!!!

*Please check your trigger warnings*

[Javi Silva · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely still thinking about that ending omg 😭 my heart hurts and as a fan of cars (I’m absolutely obsessed with them) this book has everything. I loved this book sooo much, I loved the friendships relationships, THIS BOOK HAS SOOO MANY AMAZING QUOTES😭 one of my fave is “They touch my impala and I’m spraying lead” it reminds me of Jensen Ackles in Supernatural (one of my favorite series of all time)

🤍 We follow multiple POV
💋 Bay , she’s a “normal” girl trying to make ends meet, her father was in an accident and he needs medical care but also she takes care of her two little sisters, she’s not alone tho, her best friend Levi helps her all the way through 🤍 She never wanted to be a part of gangs but life has a funny way to show things to her and there she is, in the middle of something she hates and never wanted to be a part of… Her personality is just perfect, she’s a badass and funny, she has the perfect comment for everything and you have a blast reading her POV. Did I told you she races? No? Well I LOVE HER MORE FOR THAT

🏁 Torin, he’s a asshole but you learn to love him and hate him at the same time hahah he has a similar personality to bay, he’s charming but he’s also a “fuckboy” who doesn’t care about anyone or anything except his crew, he’s loyal to his brothers and he’s the boss. Not telling more because YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK!

🏎️ Reevie, MY LOVE he gives me golden retriever vibes, he’s charming, so cute and sweet and always so attentive 😭 he’s the total opposite of torin, he gives surfer boy vibes, his pov makes me want to cry sometimes and his story is so sad I just wanna hug him and never let go

🧡 Cairo, we don’t have so much about him in this book but I love him too, he doesn’t trust in anyone except his brothers, he’s the muscle of them and the one that always remains calm when there’s chaos, he’s a protective of what he loves and wants, I would love to see more about him for sure 😭