Falling Slowly (Hostage Negotiation Team #1.5)

By: Julie Coulter Bellon

Narrated by: Simon Pringle-Wallace

Rafe Kelly never thought he'd fall in love with Claire Michaels, the hostage negotiator sent to get him out of a life or death situation. Though it was easy to see from the beginning that Claire was good at her profession, Rafe quickly realized she was even better for him personally and that they might have a future together.

When they get back from their mission in Afghanistan, however, Claire goes back to the Hostage Negotiation Team and Rafe is left to deal with the huge hole in his life after leaving the SEALs. Trying to balance an uncertain future with a new relationship is made even more complicated when a family crisis strikes. Will Rafe and Claire be able to turn to each other for strength or are they over before they've really begun?

Takes place directly following All Fall Down Hostage Negotiation Team #1

©2015 Julie Coulter Bellon (P)2015 Julie Coulter Bellon

so romantic

A really sweet and romantic story about the couple falling in love. Rafe and Claire make a great couple. I loved the narrator's voice for Rafe but it was only okay IMO for Claire.

Character defining

A relationship is developing between a hostage negotiator and a soldier who has been sidelined. Her work and his inability to work could define them if they let it. This short story sets all of that into play. Well done by an excellent narrator.

Great Insight into These Characters

What did you love best about Falling Slowly (Hostage Negotiation Team #1.5)?

I love the story of Clair and Rafe, how they continue to fall in love and recognize their mutual need for one another.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Falling Slowly (Hostage Negotiation Team #1.5)?

I loved their banter about the karaoke bet and still want to hear Rafe singing :)

What about Simon Pringle-Wallace’s performance did you like?

His narrative was strong, and I liked the way he did Rafe's voice and the other male characters.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but I had to listen while driving to and from work.

Any additional comments?

My only complaint, if I had one, was that Clair's voice came off as passive which didn't match her character description to me. She's a strong, confident woman and she sounded indifferent. Otherwise the read was fabulous!

Great book!

It had action and sexy love but very clean romance. I liked listening to the characters. The action made it more appealing. Great book.

Tender love story

I love Julie Coulter Bellon’s writing style, and that she gets you hooked right away. I liked that Falling Slowly focused on Claire and Rafe’s growing relationship. This is a cute follow up story to All Fall Down. Simon Pringle-Wallace did a great job with the narration, and I highly recommend this audiobook!