some hearts break quietly. others fall apart where everyone can see. it's been months since emmie carter walked away from kai banks and the mess he made of her heart. now, uni is supposed to be a fresh start. new city, new course, new friends. no drama. no kai. but fate has other plans. when a chance encounter throws them back into each other's orbit, the boy who once shattered her becomes impossible to ignore. he's different now, quieter, gentler, full of apologies and bruised truths. and worse still, he seems to mean them. emmie doesn't know if she's ready to forgive him. or if she even wants to. but feelings never disappeared just because she wished them away. and this time, the risk of falling might be even greater than before.because what if loving him again means breaking herself? only when we fall is a heart-wrenching sequel about second chances, emotional scars, and the courage it takes to trust love again-even when it's the last thing you want.