Rival (Fall Away Book 2)

Enjoyable book and a good read. Loved the twists I didn’t see coming and it was great to see the return of characters from the previous book. Good chemistry between the H and h. Definitely recommend.

This was a great addition to Fall Away Series. Bully and Until You are one my top favorites. Madoc and Fallon's story was very different than the 1st two books in this series. There where step-siblings that had a connection, but not a Brother/Sister connection. There's so much in this book..young love, some betrayal, revenge and hot SEX. There is only one way this can go, but it may not be what we expected. Penelope did such a great job with this book! I can't wait for Jax and K.C.'s book.

Penelope Douglas is a BEAST!!!! I had high hopes that she was going to up her game after Bully and Until You (Jared and Tate are one of my most FAV couples) and she seriously didn't disappoint! Madoc is a total jackass (in a good way) and I absolutely LOVED him! His relationship with Fallon while volatile, you could absolutely feel their chemistry dripping off the page! I also loved being able to watch Jared and Tate's relationship evolve. I can't WAIT to see what she's got in store for Jax and K.C!!!!

I thought this was a great story. Definitely a book fitting the progress of the series. I liked the relationship between Fallon and Madoc. I only wish we could have seen some of their past relationship first hand as opposed to hearing Fallon's feelings on their history. I would have loved to witness some of their turmoil first hand. Other than that, I thought the story was great. I also loved seeing some hints of Tate's and Jared's story and the beginning of Jax's story.

Maddox was absolutely breathtaking, I loved how he never stopped loving Fallon.. Through all the struggles they had to overcome the managed to find happily ever after. I loved reading about jarred and Tate, the are my fav, nice to know how they r getting along. You threw a curve ball at me with madocs dad. Can't wait to read jax story. Thanks for being an amazing author and making me your biggest fan.

I love the Fall Away Series. Penelope has done an awesome job in integrating Madoc's character since the first book Bully. Although you might think at first that Madoc Caruthers is just a sidekick douche bag going along with Tatum's bullying due to his loyalty to Jared (on account of Jared saved his bullied ass once upon a time the hypocrite). He was perceptive enough to realize that his best friend is in love with Tatum and went about getting Jared's head out of his own ass and give in to his attraction to Tatum. Of course he goes for the straightforward jealousy route. Simple yet effective. You realize then that Madoc is just a big ol' marshmallow.
That being said, Rival for me was highly anticipated. I was not disappointed and loved how Madoc's character fell in love, grew into a man and eventually takes the lead. Asside the witty humor and super-hot and intense sex,(fanning myself) it was a great story. I love how Penelope integrates the characters for the next book. I cannot wait for Jaxon's story! Penelope makes you want more!!!

One of my favorite characters of all time bar none. Great book, wonderful characters, interesting story. I got sucked in, had my tense oh no moments but had awesome highs and loved the ending. Definitely recommend Rival as part of a must read series. I was hesitant reading this because of the age of the characters. Penelope Douglas is such an AMAZING author and one of my new must buys. Can't wait for Aflame.

great book...i love madoc

This book is funny and heart wrenching. A good combination for a good book. Love love love it when author follow up with the first book's sub characters. Jared will still be in my heart but Madoc is slowly creeping in. And what a great intro for Jax can't wait for Falling Away.

The Fall Away series is amazing!! Penelope Douglas writes a different kind of love story! Definitely not your typical romance. There's so many different emotions going on through out Rival. It kept me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what happens next! Madoc and Fallon's story is one to read!!! I'm giving Rival 5 stars for being well written and just plain awesome!!!

My first Penelope Douglas book was Bully and I remember thinking wow this is a really good book for being free. I was asked by someone on a discussion thread if I would read another book from her if I had to pay for it and I said yes. Yes, because she was that good. Rival is now my third book and certainly not my last. Penelope has the talent to write a story that just draws you in until you are trapped in the story and unable to put it down. Her Heroes are sexy, cocky, caring, protective, possessive, smart and absolute grade A a**h***s (at the beginning). Ugh, sometimes you just want to shove your foot up their posterior but despite that you're glued to the story. You want to know how our mighty H will fall hopelessly in love or at least come to terms with the fact that their favorite enemy is actually their one true love. The heroines are no shmoes either. They give as good as they get, but sometimes you're left with wanting her to make the H burn in jealousy just so that the playing field is leveled. That's my one minus star. I don't feel like that happened enough to make it even.

Overall, if you want a steamy, angsty, romantic love/hate story then look no further. This is your book. I'm happy with my preorder purchase and thank you Penelope for once again delivering a great story. On the other hand, it sucks having slept only one hour then going to work on one hour sleep because you had me glued to your darn book! So yeah, no thanks for that :/ Thank goodness I don't have to go through this again until your next book comes out.

I love Madoc n Fallon!! What a delicious couple... I don't think that I have laughed like that in a while, so many emotions and so much depth. Everyone should read this series. I can't wait to read about K.C. n Jax, wonder if it's going to be hot and steamy like this one?

This book so worth the wait!!! Awesome read !!! Loved both Madoc and Fallon and was so thrill that they had their deserve happy ever after. The only thing that sucks is that I have to wait until January to read what will happen between KC and Jax. This book is at the top of my best summer reads! Penelope Douglas is an author I'll be stalking for her next book :)

The Fall Away series is amazing!! Penelope Douglas writes a different kind of love story! Definitely not your typical romance. There's so many different emotions going on through out Rival. It kept me on the edge of my seat waiting to find out what happens next! Madoc and Fallon's story is one to read!!! I'm giving Rival 5 stars for being well written and just plain awesome!!!

My first Penelope Douglas book was Bully and I remember thinking wow this is a really good book for being free. I was asked by someone on a discussion thread if I would read another book from her if I had to pay for it and I said yes. Yes, because she was that good. Rival is now my third book and certainly not my last. Penelope has the talent to write a story that just draws you in until you are trapped in the story and unable to put it down. Her Heroes are sexy, cocky, caring, protective, possessive, smart and absolute grade A a**h***s (at the beginning). Ugh, sometimes you just want to shove your foot up their posterior but despite that you're glued to the story. You want to know how our mighty H will fall hopelessly in love or at least come to terms with the fact that their favorite enemy is actually their one true love. The heroines are no shmoes either. They give as good as they get, but sometimes you're left with wanting her to make the H burn in jealousy just so that the playing field is leveled. That's my one minus star. I don't feel like that happened enough to make it even.

Overall, if you want a steamy, angsty, romantic love/hate story then look no further. This is your book. I'm happy with my preorder purchase and thank you Penelope for once again delivering a great story. On the other hand, it sucks having slept only one hour then going to work on one hour sleep because you had me glued to your darn book! So yeah, no thanks for that :/ Thank goodness I don't have to go through this again until your next book comes out.

I love Madoc n Fallon!! What a delicious couple... I don't think that I have laughed like that in a while, so many emotions and so much depth. Everyone should read this series. I can't wait to read about K.C. n Jax, wonder if it's going to be hot and steamy like this one?

This book so worth the wait!!! Awesome read !!! Loved both Madoc and Fallon and was so thrill that they had their deserve happy ever after. The only thing that sucks is that I have to wait until January to read what will happen between KC and Jax. This book is at the top of my best summer reads! Penelope Douglas is an author I'll be stalking for her next book :)

I am just devouring this series. Seriously, each installment is just as good as the first. I love feeling as though I'm in the inner circle of this group. I love each of the characters, but for all different reasons. Can't wait to start the next book!

Wow! This was fantastic! I could not put this book down. I loved Madoc and Fallon. There was so much going on in this book. There was drama, angst, a little humor and some really hot sexy time. I can't wait for Jax's story next! Highly recommend!

Once again, Penelope Douglas gives us an awesome story. I don't think I could ever "push" Jared and Tate out of my favorite spot, but Maddoc and Fallon come pretty dang close almost tying the ranks. I loved hearing both sides of the story and how "soft" Maddoc actually is. I also loved that Jared and Tate were right there in the mix of the story. Now to wait for Jax's story!!!!!

My only complaint with Ms. Douglas is that she does not write fast enough to satisfy me and my need to know what is going to happen. I didn't think I could love anyone like Tate and Jared...but Fallon and Madoc proved me wrong. This book series proves that we should never judge people by their behaviors until we truly know them and see what makes them tick. A lot of bad behavior hides hurt and pain.

I hope everyone that loves to read about two people that love each other read this one! And I can't wait till the next one comes out Penelope Douglas keeps getting better and better with each book. I love these books and hope others get to enjoy them as I have. She knows how to pull you in and you just can't stop until it's over and your still wanting more it's crazy .

Love this book. I enjoyed Bully and Until You, but this took the cake. There was no "high school" to THIS book. It was sexy and hot and so much more than expected. Love Maddock, he is funny and strong and willing to "put someone through a wall" to protect what's his. Fallon is no push over. She is the perfect one to handle Maddock. Can't wait to read about KC and Jax.

Although this read did not come close to being as good as Bully or Until you, it was still a great read. I think I was a little disappointed because I was wanting more out of Madoc' s character. With that being said Penelope Douglas is one of my favorite authors and I am looking forward to the next novel to read about Jax' s journey. Would definitely recommend this book.

I am absolutely in love with this series! This book was awesome just like the other 2 in this series. I loved reading Madoc and Fallen's story. So well written. I can not wait to read the next book in this series when it comes out in January! I am defiantly hooked now! I highly recommend its an awesome read!

I love this series!!! Each book gets better and better. I always loved madocs character, but I fell in love with his and fallons story. I love the teaser for KC and Jaxs book. I can't wait until it's out!!!!! Until then I will have to reread the series again.

This book was a bit disappointing. Rival lacked all of the feels that I experienced with Bully. My sympathy and girl power I felt for Tate. My anger, confusion, and more anger for Jared. My elation when they finally figured it out.

I didn't really feel much of anything for Madoc and Fallon. Which is a shame because I had high hopes for Madoc's story. I thought they were both immature but they were allowed free reign to do mature things. Madoc was entitled and a follower and Fallon was no different than any other NA heroine.

Then when Madoc and Fallon finally stopped being rivals, their relationship progressed at warp speed. Really?

The writing was fantastic. I thought Douglas did a great job fleshing out the characters, especially the parents. Jax's part was excellent. I can't believe what he did for his friends. That was shocking. I'm looking forward to his book.

If you're a fan of Bully I still recommend Rival. The story wasn't bad, but for me it just didn't capture the same magic.

This story is about Fallon and Madoc. The first book in this series is about Jared and Tate. Then there is the second book about Jarod and Tate written from Jarod's point of view. This book is the third in the series. Madoc is Jarod's best friend. Fallon is his step sister. They met at a young age. Then Fallon was sent away for reasons you will discover. They get back together after some time of denial. There is much angst. Great read. Hold onto your seat. These books should be read in order because you continue to see the other characters.

Penelope Douglas is a fantastic writer. Her stories are strong and grammar excellent. She has a way of making you fall in love with the characters, even though you may not want to ( from previous book's). The story is definitely a rollercoaster ride. The ending was superb. Would I recommend this book? Well, if I could give it more then 5 stars I would. So that's a big hell yeah I would recommend this book and the previous ones or anything written by this extraordinary author.

I was beyond surprised with this book! Normally when someone comes out with a sequel it is either semi okay or just ruined everything for me. This book whoever was so well written! The characters just pop. She does mention Tate and Jared again and brings them back a little bit but not so much that you lose focus on who the book is supposed to be about.

Another great read from Penelope Douglas, Maddoc and Fallon's story was great, their chemistry was off the charts. I thought Jared was hot but Maddoc gives him a run for his money,but getting a glimpse of Jax and he just might be the one after all ;) can't wait for his story, actually looking forward to updates on all the characters.

I have to say wow!!! Just done with Penelope Douglas new release Rival. I hade a long to do list today and I can say I haven’t done anything. I read the first book in the Fall Away Series when it first came out. And since then I have followed the author and the books like a stalker… Counting down the days until the next book. And finally Madoc my hero has his own book. My hart melted in Bully when Tate over heard him talking to Jared. And of course the tattoo, *swoon* No spoiler here!!

But okay… Back to the perfection!! Or the book! It had all I want and need in a book. The guessing, the steamy scenes, drama and action… I wanted to bitch-slap Fallon some times, but of course Madoc needs a slap in the head sometimes to… They are the perfect un-perfect couple. When I started the book I couldn’t wait for the roller coaster of feelings I knew would come. (Because the author is just that good) And she didn’t disappoint me. She has my heart with this family. And I say family because that’s is what they are, not just friends. They support each other even when somebody has done something and the others are mad.

Although it is Madoc and Fallon's book we get to reunite with Tate and Jared. We encounter them number of times and they are a good part of the story. We also get to know Jax more. And I have to say I can’t wait for his story because I know this is going to get interesting very fast. And I don’t mean the love affair. Penelope has guarantied something shocking for us when Falling Away comes out..

Penelope Douglas is the MAN...or woman I should say. Maddoc is everything I knew he could be and more. Fallon is a sweet, but misunderstood girl. They just want to be together, but others keep trying to keep them apart. We get to see a little more of Jax's capabilities in this book. He's definitely going to do great things in his book. Thank you Penelope Douglas, for your awesome books! You ROCK!

This is emotionally intense. I loved the ups and downs, the past and present chapters. Pretty emotional. I loved how their love/hate relationship slowly turned to strong love.

Incredibly sweet.

I waited to buy this because I really liked Jared & Tate, & I wasn't sure I'd like Madoc & Fallon. So glad that I'm wrong! This is an amazing story. It's like a roller coaster ride, you are just never sure which way the story will take you but it's such a rush! I have a bad book hangover from this one?

Wow. Just like Bully, Rival was so intense and powerful. The love. The hate. You feel each and every thing that the chatacters do. I laughed, and at times i cried. Penelope just has a way of pulling each and every emotion from you and i LOVED IT!!

Holy Shit Batman!!!!! I never seen that coming I could not put this book down this book I dont think I even moved from couch!!! Fallon is amazing and beyond kickass!!! I love that her Tate become close...

Are you wondering what Madocs story is, and how things are going with Jared and Tate??? Well now we have answers... so many emotions and life experiences to deal with that you wouldn't have been able to anticipate them if you wanted too... as issue this author never disappoints! happy reading : )

Ms. Douglas has written another beautiful story. I was curious as to how she was going to make this different and she succeeded. I am anxiously awaiting the next book in this series. A few spelling errors and typos but did not distract from the story. Good job, Penelope Douglas!

It was addicting and captivating from page one. The writing and story had me sucked in. I'd read any chance I could get. Maddox and Fallon had a beautifully messy story that I truly loved. I also enjoyed the bits of Tate and Jared. And Jax really kept me intrigued and wanting more.

Another success!