✨ What if the love of your life was never really yours… until suddenly he was? ✨
If you’re a total Francophile, Don’t Fall In Love With Me will absolutely sweep you away—the dreamy French setting is easily one of the strongest parts of this story. 🇫🇷
“In France, we don’t just throw things away.”
This book leans heavily into two big tropes: childhood friends-to-lovers and a central love triangle. While those aren’t usually my favorites, I can see how readers who love those dynamics will be completely hooked.
The story follows Grace, who has been in love with Jackson for as long as she can remember… even as we meet him marrying someone else. When he re-enters her life newly single, the tension and longing between them really start to build. Their chemistry is undeniable, and the yearning throughout the book is strong.
Then there’s Etienne, an old friend who gets pulled into the mix—sparking jealousy and adding another layer to the story. At times, this dynamic felt a bit manipulative, and it gave me major early-2000s YA love triangle vibes.
“He likes you. He respects you. He’s fond of you. But he’s not hungry for you. And he’s nowhere close to being curious enough.” “Curious about what?” “About what you taste like.”
Because so much time is spent developing each side of the triangle, I found myself wishing for more depth when it came to Grace as a character. I didn’t feel like I got to know her as well as I wanted to.
“Trust me, if you loved me—by now, after all these years—you’d know it for sure.”
Overall, this was a solid romance with some beautiful moments and standout quotes. If you love love triangles, emotional longing, and a stunning French backdrop, this one could be a hit for you!
“I’ve always loved you too,” I say with regret and his eyes cloud at my tone. “But that’s not the same as being in love.”
Thanks to NetGalley and GP Putnam for the ARC. Book to be published April 14, 2026
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