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How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door
It’s hard to stay away when you’re next-door neighbors.
So what if the guy Addison Sparks had a crush on when she was thirteen just so happens to be her next-door neighbor when she moves across the country for a fresh start? And so what if she embarrasses herself in front of him...
Repeatedly.
If Ian Kendrick hadn’t grown up to be so good-looking, kind to his grandma, skilled at carpentry, and completely dateable, then it wouldn’t be so difficult to stay away from him.
Addison is just getting over a breakup, though, and Ian is, too. She doesn’t need the kind of awkwardness that would come from living next to someone who would surely be just a rebound if they ever dated.
Nope. What she needs is to make a list to constantly remind herself how to not fall for the guy next door.
So what if the guy Addison Sparks had a crush on when she was thirteen just so happens to be her next-door neighbor when she moves across the country for a fresh start? And so what if she embarrasses herself in front of him...
Repeatedly.
If Ian Kendrick hadn’t grown up to be so good-looking, kind to his grandma, skilled at carpentry, and completely dateable, then it wouldn’t be so difficult to stay away from him.
Addison is just getting over a breakup, though, and Ian is, too. She doesn’t need the kind of awkwardness that would come from living next to someone who would surely be just a rebound if they ever dated.
Nope. What she needs is to make a list to constantly remind herself how to not fall for the guy next door.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 22, 2025
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Meg Easton
42 books513 followersMeg Easton is the USA Today bestselling author of contemporary romances and romantic comedies with fun, memorable, swoon-worthy characters, and settings you’ll want to pack up and move to. She lives at the foot of a mountain with her name on it (or at least one letter of her name) in Utah. She loves gardening, bike riding, baking, swimming before the sun rises, and spending time with her husband and three kids.
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April 27, 2020
Perfect romantic comedy
Ian and Addison are fantastic stars in this adorable romantic comedy. It's one thing to be awkward around your teenage crush, but when the embarrassing encounters continue years later, it's blush-worthy and makes for some great laugh-out-loud moments.
Both Addison and Ian are fresh off of bad breakups and ready for new starts and I loved how they were able to build on an old summertime friendship from the past with the perfect amount of familiarity and clean intimacy.
Addison's relationship with her sister made me miss my own and her fortitude in her new start is heartening. I loved her eclectic group of roommates and hope they each get a story because I'm not ready to leave this small town quite yet. Ian is a very appealing character, with his hands-on job and a winsome attitude--especially when Addison finds herself in pickle after pickle.
The way this couple navigates life's challenges, chasing after dreams, hearts, and everything in between was pure delight. I dare you not to swoon!
Content: mild romance
*I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.*
Ian and Addison are fantastic stars in this adorable romantic comedy. It's one thing to be awkward around your teenage crush, but when the embarrassing encounters continue years later, it's blush-worthy and makes for some great laugh-out-loud moments.
Both Addison and Ian are fresh off of bad breakups and ready for new starts and I loved how they were able to build on an old summertime friendship from the past with the perfect amount of familiarity and clean intimacy.
Addison's relationship with her sister made me miss my own and her fortitude in her new start is heartening. I loved her eclectic group of roommates and hope they each get a story because I'm not ready to leave this small town quite yet. Ian is a very appealing character, with his hands-on job and a winsome attitude--especially when Addison finds herself in pickle after pickle.
The way this couple navigates life's challenges, chasing after dreams, hearts, and everything in between was pure delight. I dare you not to swoon!
Content: mild romance
*I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.*
July 14, 2020
Rating: 4.5/5.0
This is a cute, light romance that isn’t the normal boy meets girl story. The fact that they were friends as kids, then haven’t seen each other for years and have now been brought back together creates an intriguing storyline.
Read full review in the 2020 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
This is a cute, light romance that isn’t the normal boy meets girl story. The fact that they were friends as kids, then haven’t seen each other for years and have now been brought back together creates an intriguing storyline.
Read full review in the 2020 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
July 28, 2020
Ian Kendrick and Addison Sparks work well as a couple. Addison and Ian are both coming out of serious long-term relationships, and are both wary. Neither are looking for anything new but they just can't seem to stop running into each other, and ignoring their attraction just doesn't work.
A cute and light romance.
Acquired via KU.
A cute and light romance.
Acquired via KU.
October 2, 2020
This was my first book by Meg Easton, and I was really impressed. I enjoyed her writing style and thought the plot and characters were engaging. Addison and Ian are both coming out of serious long-term relationships that didn't end the way they were expecting. So neither are really looking for anything new, but just cant seem to stop running into each other. Usually in embarrassing moments. There's a lot of fun moments between the two, I liked that they had a good friendship and felt things moved along realistically. I liked the setting and supporting cast and that it was just a light low-drama read. I looking forward to reading more books in this series. And also checking out other books by Ms. Easton!
Thanks, Deb for gifting me this book!
Content Rated G
Romance: kisses
Language: None
Violence: None
How Not to Fall Series
Thanks, Deb for gifting me this book!
Content Rated G
Romance: kisses
Language: None
Violence: None
How Not to Fall Series
May 5, 2020
Sweet Story
3.5 stars
This was a sweet romance with quite a few entertaining situations. It was light, easy reading. Ian and Addison were genuinely nice people and it was easy to like them.
3.5 stars
This was a sweet romance with quite a few entertaining situations. It was light, easy reading. Ian and Addison were genuinely nice people and it was easy to like them.
May 1, 2020
Y'all this book was a darling and fun romantic comedy. If you're in the need for some laughs and some happiness right now, this one is the book for you! I loved the quaint sounding town this was set in, it brought a feeling of home to the story. The main characters and the secondary characters added some great layers to the story as well as being the catalysts for some of the humorous scenes and moments.
Addison is moving to the place where she spent some of her best summers. She leaves behind everything else and takes a leap, hoping she'll land safely. But of course with that romantic comedy genre you can surely guess that there's a fun scene awaiting us of how the two MCs will meet. And let me tell you it was cute and silly and a little embarrassing for Addison. Ian was a trooper and went with it. And each subsequent meeting had Addison doing some funny things to try to avoid any embarrassment but of course brings on some moments she wishes she could go back and change. But for the reader, they're great! I giggled and loved them. And again, Ian just endeared himself to me even more with his graciousness and being able to go with the flow of embarrassment.
One scene I giggled at and felt was pretty accurate was the babysitting scene. And that's all I'm going to say. Ha! Addison, you get the golden buzzer from me for being a good sport!
Ian and Addison have some baggage but I really liked how the author showed them working through their past, as well as past relationships and learning how to let go and move forward. Sometimes that isn't easy but I loved watching their growth as individuals as well as a couple while they were learning and growing. Such a cute romance between these two childhood friends.
I loved Addison's roommates. They were a fun and eclectic group and brought a lot of great moments to this story as well. I can't wait for their stories now! Please Meg Easton! ;-)
Ian's grandma and her friends were the best! Reading those scenes made me miss my own grandmas. One of my grandmas passed away when I was young but my other grandma was around when I was dating my hubby. And she and I had some good times with my sweetheart. I loved Ian's grandma for bringing back these memories.
Another great read from this author. Dive in and enjoy these characters and hopefully you'll have some fun flashbacks and memories like I did! And don't forget the sweet friendship and romance between Addison and Ian...it's sure to touch your heart!
Content: Clean. Some sweet kisses and nothing more.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
Addison is moving to the place where she spent some of her best summers. She leaves behind everything else and takes a leap, hoping she'll land safely. But of course with that romantic comedy genre you can surely guess that there's a fun scene awaiting us of how the two MCs will meet. And let me tell you it was cute and silly and a little embarrassing for Addison. Ian was a trooper and went with it. And each subsequent meeting had Addison doing some funny things to try to avoid any embarrassment but of course brings on some moments she wishes she could go back and change. But for the reader, they're great! I giggled and loved them. And again, Ian just endeared himself to me even more with his graciousness and being able to go with the flow of embarrassment.
One scene I giggled at and felt was pretty accurate was the babysitting scene. And that's all I'm going to say. Ha! Addison, you get the golden buzzer from me for being a good sport!
Ian and Addison have some baggage but I really liked how the author showed them working through their past, as well as past relationships and learning how to let go and move forward. Sometimes that isn't easy but I loved watching their growth as individuals as well as a couple while they were learning and growing. Such a cute romance between these two childhood friends.
I loved Addison's roommates. They were a fun and eclectic group and brought a lot of great moments to this story as well. I can't wait for their stories now! Please Meg Easton! ;-)
Ian's grandma and her friends were the best! Reading those scenes made me miss my own grandmas. One of my grandmas passed away when I was young but my other grandma was around when I was dating my hubby. And she and I had some good times with my sweetheart. I loved Ian's grandma for bringing back these memories.
Another great read from this author. Dive in and enjoy these characters and hopefully you'll have some fun flashbacks and memories like I did! And don't forget the sweet friendship and romance between Addison and Ian...it's sure to touch your heart!
Content: Clean. Some sweet kisses and nothing more.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
July 29, 2022
This was such a fun and sweet rom-com! I have never read a book by Meg Easton before but I loved her writing style and was pulled in right from the beginning all the way until the very end!
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How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door was a light, easy read. Addison was adorable. So nice but also clumsy and fun. I just loved her! And Ian was a total sweetheart. Addison and Ian had spent a few summers together when they were preteens. Years later they run into each other again with one of the funniest meet cutes involving blueberries. I’m smiling thinking about. We find out Ian lives next door to the Inn Addison just moved into.
Both Ian and Addison have a lot of hurt from long term past relationships they need to work through before they can find their happy ending together. But oh what a ride. One of my favorite scenes was the babysitting scene. I laughed out loud. I just loved it! Addison and Ian were troopers.
This book had me sighing and smiling all the way through. You do not want to miss it! The next book is about Addison roommate, Bex, who was a fun secondary character in this book. I already ordered it and can’t wait until it gets here!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. A positive review was not required.
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How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door was a light, easy read. Addison was adorable. So nice but also clumsy and fun. I just loved her! And Ian was a total sweetheart. Addison and Ian had spent a few summers together when they were preteens. Years later they run into each other again with one of the funniest meet cutes involving blueberries. I’m smiling thinking about. We find out Ian lives next door to the Inn Addison just moved into.
Both Ian and Addison have a lot of hurt from long term past relationships they need to work through before they can find their happy ending together. But oh what a ride. One of my favorite scenes was the babysitting scene. I laughed out loud. I just loved it! Addison and Ian were troopers.
This book had me sighing and smiling all the way through. You do not want to miss it! The next book is about Addison roommate, Bex, who was a fun secondary character in this book. I already ordered it and can’t wait until it gets here!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. A positive review was not required.
May 27, 2025
Y'all this book was a darling and fun romantic comedy. If you're in the need for some laughs and some happiness right now, this one is the book for you! I loved the quaint sounding town this was set in, it brought a feeling of home to the story. The main characters and the secondary characters added some great layers to the story as well as being the catalysts for some of the humorous scenes and moments.
I listened to the audiobook and loved it! The narrator was delightful. I previously read this book when it first released several years ago. The author has gone back and added a little more to it and rereleased the new audiobook. You'll love it all if you haven't read it yet, and if you have you're going to enjoy this new edition! Read it, listen to it, whichever you choose, I hope you love it!
Addison is moving to the place where she spent some of her best summers. She leaves behind everything else and takes a leap, hoping she'll land safely. But of course with that romantic comedy genre you can surely guess that there's a fun scene awaiting us of how the two MCs will meet. And let me tell you it was cute and silly and a little embarrassing for Addison. Ian was a trooper and went with it. And each subsequent meeting had Addison doing some funny things to try to avoid any embarrassment but of course brings on some moments she wishes she could go back and change. But for the reader, they're great! I giggled and loved them. And again, Ian just endeared himself to me even more with his graciousness and being able to go with the flow of embarrassment.
One scene I giggled at and felt was pretty accurate was the babysitting scene. And that's all I'm going to say. Ha! Addison, you get the golden buzzer from me for being a good sport!
Ian and Addison have some baggage but I really liked how the author showed them working through their past, as well as past relationships and learning how to let go and move forward. Sometimes that isn't easy but I loved watching their growth as individuals as well as a couple while they were learning and growing. Such a cute romance between these two childhood friends.
I loved Addison's roommates. They were a fun and eclectic group and brought a lot of great moments to this story as well. I can't wait for their stories now! Please Meg Easton! ;-)
Ian's grandma and her friends were the best! Reading those scenes made me miss my own grandmas. One of my grandmas passed away when I was young but my other grandma was around when I was dating my hubby. And she and I had some good times with my sweetheart. I loved Ian's grandma for bringing back these memories.
Another great read from this author. Dive in and enjoy these characters and hopefully you'll have some fun flashbacks and memories like I did! And don't forget the sweet friendship and romance between Addison and Ian...it's sure to touch your heart!
Content: Clean. Some sweet kisses and nothing more.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading & Listening!!!
I listened to the audiobook and loved it! The narrator was delightful. I previously read this book when it first released several years ago. The author has gone back and added a little more to it and rereleased the new audiobook. You'll love it all if you haven't read it yet, and if you have you're going to enjoy this new edition! Read it, listen to it, whichever you choose, I hope you love it!
Addison is moving to the place where she spent some of her best summers. She leaves behind everything else and takes a leap, hoping she'll land safely. But of course with that romantic comedy genre you can surely guess that there's a fun scene awaiting us of how the two MCs will meet. And let me tell you it was cute and silly and a little embarrassing for Addison. Ian was a trooper and went with it. And each subsequent meeting had Addison doing some funny things to try to avoid any embarrassment but of course brings on some moments she wishes she could go back and change. But for the reader, they're great! I giggled and loved them. And again, Ian just endeared himself to me even more with his graciousness and being able to go with the flow of embarrassment.
One scene I giggled at and felt was pretty accurate was the babysitting scene. And that's all I'm going to say. Ha! Addison, you get the golden buzzer from me for being a good sport!
Ian and Addison have some baggage but I really liked how the author showed them working through their past, as well as past relationships and learning how to let go and move forward. Sometimes that isn't easy but I loved watching their growth as individuals as well as a couple while they were learning and growing. Such a cute romance between these two childhood friends.
I loved Addison's roommates. They were a fun and eclectic group and brought a lot of great moments to this story as well. I can't wait for their stories now! Please Meg Easton! ;-)
Ian's grandma and her friends were the best! Reading those scenes made me miss my own grandmas. One of my grandmas passed away when I was young but my other grandma was around when I was dating my hubby. And she and I had some good times with my sweetheart. I loved Ian's grandma for bringing back these memories.
Another great read from this author. Dive in and enjoy these characters and hopefully you'll have some fun flashbacks and memories like I did! And don't forget the sweet friendship and romance between Addison and Ian...it's sure to touch your heart!
Content: Clean. Some sweet kisses and nothing more.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading & Listening!!!
April 23, 2020
This was such a sweet story! I loved Ian and Addison and was happy when they got their deserved happy ending.
August 14, 2020
That was basically a pleasant, quick read, but a bit on the boring side. Probably because it is really low on angst and the whole plot is centered around the MCs' doubts whether after their recently failed relationships they are ready to date again. After a while is just gets old. I had some hopes for the series (this novel is the first installment) will be a perfect beach read, but I am not sure I will try the next books after all.
May 21, 2020
This type of book is my very favorite kind! I love the light feel, the comedy, and the romance! And Meg Easton is great at writing characters.
Addison is such a fun character. I loved the way she was trying to start over with life. New job, new place to live, no boyfriend. Only her past was always just around the corner, in Ian. And she was always embarrassing herself in front of him. My favorite scene involves a whole shelf of deodorant. So funny!
And the reader gets to see what’s going on with Ian as well. He’s the kind of guy that you’d want to date. He goes out of his way to help everyone around him. His relationship with his grandma was so sweet.
I loved Addison’s roommates too. And I can’t wait to see them each get their own story.
If you’re looking for a light, sweet romance then you’d better grab this one!
I was sent an e-copy of How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door by the author. All opinions are my own.
Addison is such a fun character. I loved the way she was trying to start over with life. New job, new place to live, no boyfriend. Only her past was always just around the corner, in Ian. And she was always embarrassing herself in front of him. My favorite scene involves a whole shelf of deodorant. So funny!
And the reader gets to see what’s going on with Ian as well. He’s the kind of guy that you’d want to date. He goes out of his way to help everyone around him. His relationship with his grandma was so sweet.
I loved Addison’s roommates too. And I can’t wait to see them each get their own story.
If you’re looking for a light, sweet romance then you’d better grab this one!
I was sent an e-copy of How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door by the author. All opinions are my own.
February 22, 2022
If the ages of the characters weren't stated, I would have thought I was reading a middle school romance. Addison runs into Ian (literally) at the grocery store and spills something on his shirt. The next time she sees him in a drugstore she actually crawls on the floor to hide because she's so embarrassed. What adult does that?
Both Addison and Ian have been in long-term relationships before but they practically explode when their pinkie fingers touch and are blushing and awkward all over the place. This would have been a better fit in a YA romance.
Addison has three roommates that appear to be getting their own books, but they weren't even introduced, all of a sudden Addison has roommates. I couldn't tell one from the other, they seemed interchangeable.
Both Addison and Ian have been in long-term relationships before but they practically explode when their pinkie fingers touch and are blushing and awkward all over the place. This would have been a better fit in a YA romance.
Addison has three roommates that appear to be getting their own books, but they weren't even introduced, all of a sudden Addison has roommates. I couldn't tell one from the other, they seemed interchangeable.
March 20, 2021
So...hmm. This book had some things I really liked, a couple things I didn't as much, and was missing a bit that I think would have made me love it more. Let's see if I can explain...
The characters. This is where things get complicated. I liked the characters a lot. Really, I did. They were sweet, adorable, awesome people--all of them! Addison. Ian. Ian's grandma. Addison's roommates. I loved everything I saw of them. And yet, I somehow felt like I didn't really *know* them the way I wanted to. Ian and Addison especially--they alternated between overwhelming attraction and complete avoidance so much that I was never sure how they were going to react in any situation. Which made it harder to feel like I really understood them the way I wanted to. I guess, I felt like I understood them on a surface level, but not in the deep way that I want to connect with characters I like this much. Anyway... Oh, and I loved the roommate dynamics and wanted so much more!!!
The romance. I would have liked it if the attraction had been more focused on each other's character rather than their physical appearance, but I will do the author justice to say that she didn't dwell on the physical details like some do. There were a lot of comments about them admiring each other's appearance, but not heavily detailed or lingering for paragraphs, which I appreciated. And maybe the time they spent together as kids meant they already knew and appreciated each other's character? It just felt like a lot of the romance itself was about how they couldn't get over their physical attraction.
The writing style. Now this I really enjoyed. The author does a great job of coming up with fresh ways of describing things that don't feel stale and overused, and often even cracked a smile at the way they fit. Awesome job on that!
Other content. There were a couple of bits that I didn't like and would make me hesitant to recommend the book, especially to a guy or a younger reader. Addison is an organizer, and the only client we see her working with (besides Ian's grandma) is a lady who collects bras. I mean--bonus points for creativity, but it seemed an unnecessarily embarrassing thing to narrate. There was also a scene where Ian's grandma's origami club was making remarks about how good-looking he was that felt borderline inappropriate. And Addison's sister got way too in-depth and long-winded on a story about how she misunderstood what went into "making babies" as a child. I really would have preferred to skip that scene.
So, yeah, anyway, there are my thoughts--messy and scrambled as usual. Some things I liked, some things I didn't, and some things I wanted to see more of. I give it a qualified like with a caveat for the things listed in the last paragraph. I do plan to give the rest of the series a try at this point. :)
Content--noticing, touching, kissing; some embarrassing content/stories (see above)
The characters. This is where things get complicated. I liked the characters a lot. Really, I did. They were sweet, adorable, awesome people--all of them! Addison. Ian. Ian's grandma. Addison's roommates. I loved everything I saw of them. And yet, I somehow felt like I didn't really *know* them the way I wanted to. Ian and Addison especially--they alternated between overwhelming attraction and complete avoidance so much that I was never sure how they were going to react in any situation. Which made it harder to feel like I really understood them the way I wanted to. I guess, I felt like I understood them on a surface level, but not in the deep way that I want to connect with characters I like this much. Anyway... Oh, and I loved the roommate dynamics and wanted so much more!!!
The romance. I would have liked it if the attraction had been more focused on each other's character rather than their physical appearance, but I will do the author justice to say that she didn't dwell on the physical details like some do. There were a lot of comments about them admiring each other's appearance, but not heavily detailed or lingering for paragraphs, which I appreciated. And maybe the time they spent together as kids meant they already knew and appreciated each other's character? It just felt like a lot of the romance itself was about how they couldn't get over their physical attraction.
The writing style. Now this I really enjoyed. The author does a great job of coming up with fresh ways of describing things that don't feel stale and overused, and often even cracked a smile at the way they fit. Awesome job on that!
Other content. There were a couple of bits that I didn't like and would make me hesitant to recommend the book, especially to a guy or a younger reader. Addison is an organizer, and the only client we see her working with (besides Ian's grandma) is a lady who collects bras. I mean--bonus points for creativity, but it seemed an unnecessarily embarrassing thing to narrate. There was also a scene where Ian's grandma's origami club was making remarks about how good-looking he was that felt borderline inappropriate. And Addison's sister got way too in-depth and long-winded on a story about how she misunderstood what went into "making babies" as a child. I really would have preferred to skip that scene.
So, yeah, anyway, there are my thoughts--messy and scrambled as usual. Some things I liked, some things I didn't, and some things I wanted to see more of. I give it a qualified like with a caveat for the things listed in the last paragraph. I do plan to give the rest of the series a try at this point. :)
Content--noticing, touching, kissing; some embarrassing content/stories (see above)
July 12, 2020
Ian and Addison! What a sweet story about two adults who knew each other as children, each spending parts of the summer with grandparents, who have now been reunited as adults. Of course there was the classic kid/teen crushes involved, but does it have the power to last and grow after they've grown up?
Both Ian and Addison are dealing with being recently single after fairly long term relationships came to an end. Addison is determined not to date Ian as the rebound guy and Ian is terrified Addison will leave him like his ex did. I couldn't help but internally yelling "just be together you crazies!" But obviously there has to be some tension and some overcoming hardships to make the story full length, make it more realistic, and make you as the reader appreciate the relationship more. I do love how Addison took the bull by the horns and laid her feelings out on the table without waiting for Ian to make the move as the man.
I really enjoy Meg Easton's writing style. She writes sweet and clean romances and hits some of my favorite relationship tropes. I encourage you look into the Nestled Hollow series if you haven't read it yet as that as also really good.
Both Ian and Addison are dealing with being recently single after fairly long term relationships came to an end. Addison is determined not to date Ian as the rebound guy and Ian is terrified Addison will leave him like his ex did. I couldn't help but internally yelling "just be together you crazies!" But obviously there has to be some tension and some overcoming hardships to make the story full length, make it more realistic, and make you as the reader appreciate the relationship more. I do love how Addison took the bull by the horns and laid her feelings out on the table without waiting for Ian to make the move as the man.
I really enjoy Meg Easton's writing style. She writes sweet and clean romances and hits some of my favorite relationship tropes. I encourage you look into the Nestled Hollow series if you haven't read it yet as that as also really good.
May 18, 2020
From the outset, Ian and Addison were protagonists I enjoyed. I can relate to them quite well. My wife and I are octogenarians. We raised our children before Dr. Spock entered the scene and cursed the parents of his and future generations with his outlandish views of child-rearing, I can understand why the little kids in the story ran wild, undisciplined, and roughshod all over the place. I abhor child abuse, but I learned a long time ago that the nerve that connects the ear to the brain is seldom as effective as the nerve that connects the seat of the pants to the brain, and the word "NO" is often appropriate.
May 7, 2020
Very cute Rom Com!! I really fell in love with Ian and Addie. I enjoyed their back story and thought a lot of what happened to make them hesitant in a new relationship was valid. I truly did laugh out loud and had a few happy sighs. It really was just a nice fluffy book. It was perfect my mood and the time I had.
April 22, 2020
You cannot help but root for Ian and Addison! They are so cute, and emotional baggage aside, they are amazing together. Characters who bring out the best in each other are always wonderful to read. And even better when you get to watch them grow and improve themselves. Definitely recommend this one!
May 12, 2020
How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door by Meg Easton.
Neither of them wants a rebound relationship, but it’s hard to stay away when you’re next-door neighbors.
Brilliant read. I loved the story and characters. I'm looking forward to the next book. I loved the cover too. 5*.
Neither of them wants a rebound relationship, but it’s hard to stay away when you’re next-door neighbors.
Brilliant read. I loved the story and characters. I'm looking forward to the next book. I loved the cover too. 5*.
August 23, 2025
Content: Clean
Oh. My. Pirate. That "spontaneous" date. Not me grinning to myself like an idiot at 2 am.
"If you're going to break things off at the first sign of trouble, then you're denying her the freedom to have any emotions that aren't positive. She deserves to feel whatever feelings she has without worrying that it will mean you'll end the relationship."
I adored this. Definitely recommend.
Oh. My. Pirate. That "spontaneous" date. Not me grinning to myself like an idiot at 2 am.
"If you're going to break things off at the first sign of trouble, then you're denying her the freedom to have any emotions that aren't positive. She deserves to feel whatever feelings she has without worrying that it will mean you'll end the relationship."
I adored this. Definitely recommend.
June 27, 2020
Such a sweet, swoony romance, with some fun LOL moments. Sure kept a smile on my face! I def. want to read the other roommates stories. :D
June 4, 2025
Super cute/ sweet / clean romance.
June 25, 2021
Super cute!! I loved this :)
May 1, 2020
This was such a fun book to read. There were times I was laughing out loud. Addison and Ian are great characters, and I enjoyed Addi's roommates as well. This is a second chance story. This will be a fun new series by Meg Easton. Hope it isn't too long before it comes out.
September 3, 2025
“Hope is a really important thing, Addison. But it’s only half of the equation. The other half is action. To make dreams come true, you have to have both.
Because I don’t want to be your rebound, Ian. I want to be your forever.”
“Then it’s a guarantee, Addison Sparks, that I am hopelessly, completely, more entirely in love with you than I thought it was possible to be. You are perfect exactly how you are, and being with you makes me the happiest I’ve ever been.”
Because I don’t want to be your rebound, Ian. I want to be your forever.”
“Then it’s a guarantee, Addison Sparks, that I am hopelessly, completely, more entirely in love with you than I thought it was possible to be. You are perfect exactly how you are, and being with you makes me the happiest I’ve ever been.”
June 29, 2020
Maybe 2 is harsh but it just got worse for me as I read. I mean why the heck did he break up with her if he “loved” her??? 🤦🏼♀️ so dumb. You’re an adult. Talk about your feelings. I skimmed most of the book.
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July 5, 2021
I was reading The Queen and the Cure by Amy Harmon and this title at the same time. The Queen and the Cure is a very angsty high drama action filled fantasy romance. I LOVE emotionally deep angsty impossible odds romance stories, but sometimes my brain needs some cute lighter rom com sunshine happy breaks. This title fit the bill. I am not saying How to Not Fall for the Guy Next Door didn't have drama. Both the heroine and hero have just recently got out of serious relationships 2 weeks ago to other people and are both experiencing grief at the ending of those relationships. FEAR of risking devastating heartbreak again is the big roadblock to happiness here. Yet the couple are childhood friends already in love with each other (just don't let each other know), along with it being filled with many hilarious moments starting with their first cute meet up again as adults, that both help prevent this from ever getting too angsty despite those debilitating relationship fears they both have.
Language: No profanity.
Sensuality Content: Clean and wholesome. Kisses and embracing only. The hero's grandmother's friends talk about how hot and good looking he is in a grandmotherly observation way only, to add humor to this rom com. Other characters also comment on hero's above average good looks.
Source: Amazon Prime Reading loan.
Language: No profanity.
Sensuality Content: Clean and wholesome. Kisses and embracing only. The hero's grandmother's friends talk about how hot and good looking he is in a grandmotherly observation way only, to add humor to this rom com. Other characters also comment on hero's above average good looks.
Source: Amazon Prime Reading loan.
February 28, 2022
WHAT IT'S ABOUT
So what if the guy Addison Sparks had a crush on when she was thirteen just so happens to be her next-door neighbor when she moves across the country for a fresh start? And so what if she embarrasses herself in front of him...
Repeatedly.
If Ian Kendrick hadn’t grown up to be so good-looking, kind to his grandma, skilled at carpentry, and completely dateable, then it wouldn’t be so difficult to stay away from him.
Addison is just getting over a breakup, though, and Ian is, too. She doesn’t need the kind of awkwardness that would come from living next to someone who would surely be just a rebound if they ever dated.
Nope. What she needs is to make a list to constantly remind herself how to not fall for the guy next door.
MY TAKE
I haven't read a Meg Easton book that I haven't loved, and this one is no exception. Both Ian and Addy are adorable characters, and their attraction is made all the more sweeter by their childhood memories. I've found I really enjoy stories where the characters have a history that goes waaay back.
Both Addy and Ian have gone through recent breakups. They're skittish about both a rebound and doubt about ever being able to trust anyone enough to get hurt again, especially Ian. The secondary characters are a delight. Even before I read the epilogue, I could tell this was the beginning of a new series. Yay!
So what if the guy Addison Sparks had a crush on when she was thirteen just so happens to be her next-door neighbor when she moves across the country for a fresh start? And so what if she embarrasses herself in front of him...
Repeatedly.
If Ian Kendrick hadn’t grown up to be so good-looking, kind to his grandma, skilled at carpentry, and completely dateable, then it wouldn’t be so difficult to stay away from him.
Addison is just getting over a breakup, though, and Ian is, too. She doesn’t need the kind of awkwardness that would come from living next to someone who would surely be just a rebound if they ever dated.
Nope. What she needs is to make a list to constantly remind herself how to not fall for the guy next door.
MY TAKE
I haven't read a Meg Easton book that I haven't loved, and this one is no exception. Both Ian and Addy are adorable characters, and their attraction is made all the more sweeter by their childhood memories. I've found I really enjoy stories where the characters have a history that goes waaay back.
Both Addy and Ian have gone through recent breakups. They're skittish about both a rebound and doubt about ever being able to trust anyone enough to get hurt again, especially Ian. The secondary characters are a delight. Even before I read the epilogue, I could tell this was the beginning of a new series. Yay!
May 1, 2020
This is such a fun and sweet contemporary romance!
Ian and Addison spent several summers together as pre-teens but then didn't see each other for years until they happen to become next door neighbors. Addison is somewhat awkward around her former crush and they are both carrying some emotional baggage, but neither can deny that they are interested in the other. As they try to figure out what they want and how to move on from their pasts, there are some great laugh out loud embarrassing moments and so many sweet, tender ones. I love romance stories where the main characters bring out the best in each other!
I loved this book from first page to last and cannot wait to read the rest of the series about Addison's roommates.
I received an advance copy of this book but am voluntarily leaving a review of my opinions.
Ian and Addison spent several summers together as pre-teens but then didn't see each other for years until they happen to become next door neighbors. Addison is somewhat awkward around her former crush and they are both carrying some emotional baggage, but neither can deny that they are interested in the other. As they try to figure out what they want and how to move on from their pasts, there are some great laugh out loud embarrassing moments and so many sweet, tender ones. I love romance stories where the main characters bring out the best in each other!
I loved this book from first page to last and cannot wait to read the rest of the series about Addison's roommates.
I received an advance copy of this book but am voluntarily leaving a review of my opinions.
May 8, 2020
This was such a fun Rom-Com; I really enjoyed being able to step into Addison and Ian's world and simply enjoy watching them fall for each other. I love that they both were recovering from heart break, but that there was so much growth and realization throughout their relationship. They were such a perfect match. The chemistry was wonderful and I smiled so much as they had their cute moments of flirtation. This was my first book by author Meg Easton and I enjoyed the writing style and romantic comedy aspects so much I not only purchased my own copy after reading this in Kindle Unlimited, but am anxiously awaiting the other books in the series.
If you are looking for a good, clean, romantic comedy, this is one you should definitely check out. 4.5 stars.
If you are looking for a good, clean, romantic comedy, this is one you should definitely check out. 4.5 stars.
May 11, 2021
G-rated, "friends to romance" story
Romance readers who enjoy a G-rated romance between two protagonists who never do more than lightly kiss and have zero chemistry, and who spend most of the book simply going out on dates with each other or engaged in job-related activities and drawn out conversations with their best buddies, this romance novel might be a good choice. For romance readers who prefer a little zing and a lot of backbone in romance protagonists, this book may not be your cup of tea.
Romance readers who enjoy a G-rated romance between two protagonists who never do more than lightly kiss and have zero chemistry, and who spend most of the book simply going out on dates with each other or engaged in job-related activities and drawn out conversations with their best buddies, this romance novel might be a good choice. For romance readers who prefer a little zing and a lot of backbone in romance protagonists, this book may not be your cup of tea.
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