The Wrong Kind of Falling

Meadow Hills #2

by Whitney Amazeen

She thinks she can't trust anyone. He’s determined to prove her wrong.


Sebastian Black doesn’t do the “right thing.” He didn’t listen when his parents told him not to become a professional MMA fighter, and he refused to play the part of their polished, high-society heir. Sure, he's finally free, but with his family's money cut off, his next fight months away, and no sponsors to endorse him, he needs a temporary job. Fast.

Romilly Westfall is known for being a good girl. She’s sweet and generous, but maybe a little too ambitious—especially after her last dog-grooming business failed. This time, she's determined to make things work. But when her assistant quits and her rent suddenly spikes, her second chance at independence starts to crumble.

So, when she meets the infuriatingly charming and handsome newcomer at her small-town church, hiring him as a temporary dog bather seems like her only option. Even if he is entirely wrong for the job—and for her—he's desperate for work. And desperate is exactly what she needs.

But the good girl and the bad boy were never supposed to mix, and the more time they spend together, the more determined Bash becomes to show Romilly he's someone she can trust. With the fight of Bash's life on the horizon, he’ll have to decide if winning means breaking free of everyone trying to control him, or fighting for a future that's finally worth staying for.

This is the second book in the Meadow Hills series but can be read as a standalone.

Genres: Romance

Paperback

Published September 16, 2025

About the author

Whitney Amazeen's love for reading started in third grade and has been going strong ever since. She studied cosmetology before pursuing writing, where she used to hide in the laundry room to read and write instead of working on clients. As a result, Whitney has evolved into a full-fledged daydreamer with more stories in her head than she can count. When she's not immersed in reading or writing a novel, Whitney spends the majority of her time playing with her kids and watching Disney movies. Whitney lives in Arizona with her family and can often be found drinking tea, talking about fictional characters, and obsessing over Jesus. Learn more at www.WhitneyAmazeen.com.

Reviews

[joni ౨ৎ - [semi hiatus] · Rating 3 out of 5]

hmm not my fav but a few cute moments

𐙚⋆°｡⋆♡ ── pre-read
haven't read a book by this author but they sound rlly good!! buddy reading with my bsf ari !! hope this is better than our last one... 👀

thank u whitney for the arc <3


↪ started sept 14

[ari [elle’s vrsn &#x1fa75;] [semi ia]]

buddy reading with the one and only joni! thank you sm for sending me the arc request form i owe you one 🤭✨💕
love you to the moon and back

fall vibes Christian romcom?! 🥳🥳

thank you SO SO much to Whitney for the arc of this book, i’m so happy to be on your team 💕

[Lo (cozykindlereads) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really wasn't sure how I was going to feel about this. I sometimes feel like faith books can be a bit heavy-handed, but this blended faith and romance beautifully.
I loved Bash and Romilly's journey with each other, and God.

Favourite moments:

☆Romilly's cat 🐈
☆The soup meet cute 🫣
☆The dog parlour 🐕
☆The balloon ride 🎈
☆Small town 🏡
☆Faith content ⛪️
☆He looks after her 🤕

[Laeila Leslie · Rating 5 out of 5]

No need to wait for fall to arrive because this book brings fall TO YOU! Ever since the first page I have fell in love with the characters, setting, and the overall storyline of this book. I’m always careful to find romance novels that don’t push the envelope too far when it comes to good romance and I’m glad I found an enjoyable in this one. Another touch to this amazing book was that there was a dual POV from Sebastian’s side and Romilly too. It allowed you to see their inner thoughts and day to day experiences from their side. I especially loved when it intertwined between the two to see their chemistry with each other. Fall, cozy town, and meet cute at church? Check!

If you are looking for an enjoyable romance novel that has Christian themes in it and has alot of sweet tender moments, then this one is for you!

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

okay this one hits home. its been a really long time since I read a dual first person pov Christian romance. With all the faith this book has , it gets all the stars. this story is very cute "insta" atrraction romance with so much more faith than I expected.

Fall, A Christian Romance, and a Tattooed Aussi MMC.


Thank you to the author for the arc!

[whatcha_reading_darling · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a sweet and cozy Christian fall romance! It was my first read from Whitney Amazeen after meeting her at Romantically Yours Book Con and after chatting with her, I knew I had to pick up her book. I’m so glad I did! it was the perfect fall read with heartfelt themes, small town charm and characters I quickly rooted for.

This story follows Romilly Westfall who I s determined to prove she can stand on her own, even after her last business failed. But when her assistant quits and bills start piling up, her dream of independence begins to crumble. Enter Sebastian “Bash” Black, an MMA fighter who needs a job just as badly as Romilly needs help. With Bash’s biggest fight on the horizon, he must decide if chasing victory is worth it or if building a future with Romilly is the real win.

Thank you Whitney for the gifted copy! I can’t wait to read more from you! 🤍

[Ally · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, wow, wow! This book was such a joy to read! Whitney Amazeen has such a gift for weaving together faith, love, and real-life struggles in a way that feels both lighthearted and deeply relatable.

The characters were absolutely lovable. Bash and Romilly stole my heart! Watching their growth, both in trusting God and in learning to trust each other, was so sweet and uplifting.

The whole story gave me cozy autumn vibes. Between the flirty banter, the small-town community, and the warmth of the relationships, it honestly felt like being wrapped in a hug.

If you are looking for a faith-filled, swoony, and cozy romance, this is it. I cannot wait to read more from Whitney Amazeen!

[Haley’s haven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Whitney Amazeen for an arc of your book!

I truly loved and enjoyed this story so much! I loved how present their faith was in the story and the characters had grown so much in the end. The romance was so well written and I fell in love with bash from the very first page!
I absolutely loved the way bash talked about Romilly. It was clear how very much he was in love with her.
This was the perfect cozy fall Christian romance. I would definitely recommend this!
No-spice
No language
5 stars ⭐️

[lourdes · Rating 4 out of 5]

✨ ARC Review: The Wrong Kind of Falling by Whitney Amazeen ✨

The Wrong Kind of Falling is a heartfelt, faith-centered romance that explores love, healing, and the way God can work through relationships.

We follow Bash, an MMA fighter estranged from his wealthy family, and Romilly, a small business owner with a guarded heart after past heartbreak. Their worlds collide in the most unexpected (and messy!) way, and from there, a tender story of persistence, trust, and spiritual growth unfolds.

I loved how Amazeen didn’t shy away from showing two very different perspectives of faith and church. Bash viewing it as judgmental and Romilly seeing it as family. Watching them navigate those differences while drawing closer to each other was both realistic and moving.

This book balances lighthearted moments (the banter, the awkward soup accident, the everyday joy of working together) with heavier themes like family estrangement, heartbreak, and learning to fully trust God with your future. The romance itself is sweet, slow-building, and rooted in faith, perfect for readers who want swoon without losing spiritual depth.

By the end, I was fully invested in their love story and the life they built together. If you enjoy clean romance with strong themes of faith, forgiveness, and second chances, this one’s for you.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5 stars for me!)

[Tia · Rating 4 out of 5]

ARC Reader🍂

Lost faith, Pushy family, self discovery and Love!!!! I thought this was the cutest cozy fall love story. My first closed door romance and I didn’t know what to expect. Needless to say, I loved it.

Romilly has such a pure, giving heart and Bash is just trying to survive. So what happens when two people are both stepping out on faith together? This story had just the right amount of scripture reference, silent prayers and spoken encouragement through out. Definitely encourage you to read it.

“Don’t worry, pumpkin. There are more fights in me where that last one came from.”- Bash

[Ella B · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely abored this book. It had the perfect fall vibes and the emotional depth and character growth I look for.

I loved Romailly right off the bat. She is a great example of a Christian woman. She is so selfless, full of grace, love, and kindness. She definitely had her issues and slowly worked on overcoming them. But overall, I loved her and found her inspiring.

I will be honest, it took me a little longer to like Bash. He definitely gave off the bad boy rich kid vibe. But over time, with the way he treated and cared for Romailly, he won me over. He was so attentive towards her, always looking out for her. It was also the way he actively worked on overcoming his struggles and issues, turning to prayer instead of falling into temptation that endeared me to him.

Bash and Romailly had so much chemistry with each other. They are fun and flirty. Always supporting and encouraging each others dreams. Just overall, being there for each other.

I loved the church community that surrounded Bash and Romailly. The friends that rallied around them and encouraged them. It was refreshing to read

I absolutely recommend this sweet story! The ending was a little cliche, but I loved it regardless. The fall vibes, the chemistry, and the faith of the MCs just did for me. Please read this!!

Thank you, Whitney Amazeen, for the ARC. All opinions are my own!

🔥Heat level: Kisses only.
🫢Language: No language

[Lindsey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Having not read a book featuring a career in MMA before and a husband who watches UFC, I was intrigued to read The Wrong Kind of Falling. Finding out Sebastian was also Australian, made this book even more delightful. As the first book I’ve read by Whitney Amazeen, I was impressed with the ease she incorporated faith elements and the authenticity around the value of church community and connection. At the same time, throughout the entire book I was looking for more background details to be shared. I thought The Wrong Kind of Falling would give a more in-depth look, in terms of the physicality and brutality of someone who competes in combat sports. If you are looking for an enjoyable fall romance novel that follows the current season (the months of September to December), then this one is for you!

[Niamh]

DNF at 30%

I was excited to read this after enjoying “Stages” by Whitney, that I also got to read as an ARC but unfortunately this one just wasn’t the right fit for me. I hadn’t realised how central the Christian themes would be, and as a reader who doesn’t usually connect with Christian fiction, I found myself struggling to stay engaged. That said, I think readers who enjoy faith-centered stories will really enjoy this and I wish Whitney all the success in her upcoming release!

[Lauren Bellamy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was too cute, and how I could have read in it one day if I didn’t have so much work to do for my job lol. Romilly and Bash are truly adorable, and I really loved the pure love demonstrated without all the “scandalous” things that I usually read in romance novels. I also really loved seeing their relationship with God on display throughout the novel; this novel was truly something that I needed to read. Well done, Ms. Amazeen!!!

[Angelee Adorno · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Wrong Kind of Falling by Whitney Amazeen is a cozy small-town romance filled with heartfelt faith, healing, and hope. Romily and Bash’s God-centered love is both tender and inspiring, reminding me that even faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains. A beautiful, warm, fall read that truly touched my heart. 🍁🤎

[Lauren Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

The wrong kind of falling was my first book from this author. It was just the right amount of falling in love the fact that it’s a Christian book is even better. This is my first work from this author and it won’t be my last highly recommend this is an arc review

[fanyslibrary · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 ⭐
review coming soon 🍁

[Eliana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute

[Alyssa Zearbaugh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you Whitney for giving me the chance to ARC read this super cute, fall, Christian rom-com! I love a pining male lead and that is my man Bash. I loved how he continued to stand firm in trying to be independent from his rich parents for the first time due to their disapproval of his MMA career. I eat it up when there’s a bit of a riches to rags story. Then, I adored Romilly🥰 truly a heart of gold girl that doesn’t realize she needs to take time for herself away from helping every other person in the town. I wish I could get to visit Romilly’s pet spa. It sounded so cute inside. She would have gotten all of my service. Overall, this was a very cozy romance to get me in the mindset for the greatest season ever