Yeya's Ramblings: book review

Monday, November 17, 2014

Felix by Elizabeth Reyes

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Blog Tour Hosted by: As the Pages Turn

Title: Felix (5th Street, #5)

Author: Elizabeth Reyes

Genre: NA | Contemporary Romance

Release Date: November 13, 2014

Add to Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18453071-felix

Synopsis:

They say the only good thing about hitting rock bottom is that it can't get any worse . . . or can it?

World famous boxing champ, Felix Sanchez, had it all—the fame, the fortune, and all the women any man could ask for. When the hours of partying followed by hours spent in court and in rehab begin to outnumber the hours he spends training, losing his title comes as no surprise to everyone. The world assumes he deserved to lose it.

Only those closest to Felix know the real truth behind his sudden downward spiral. And if Felix has his way, no one else ever will. With an uncertain future ahead of him, he heads back to his roots—5th Street—the gym that started it all for him. It's where he meets the humble but mighty little Ms. Ella.

The only times Felix had ever decided to forgo the usual meaningless fling and try a real relationship he was burned badly. Now the adorable but tenacious self-defense instructor has him considering this love thing one more time.

Then just when he begins to worry that his past is letting his possessive and jaded heart get the best of him, he's blindsided in the most brutal way—he's brought to his knees—to what could be the one low in his life he may never recover from.

MY REVIEW:

This was a bittersweet moment, because I did not want the series to end! Felix has been a long awaited book for me. I love the 5th Street Series so much. I can tell you that that this book will have you in an emotional upheveal. Elizabeth did a great job at building up the story and characters. There was no jumping into bed right away, it was a great love story. You can probably read Felix as a stand alone, but you really should read the series at the very least Gio's story. It gives you a good background of some of the things Felix has been through. We also get to read about Ella's background and see how they work things out and try to make their relationship work out. I give this 5 STARS!!! Elizabeth you did an amazing job with this story. I fell in love with Felix, and now I can't decide who's my favorite. One thing is for sure - I LOVE THE WHOLE SERIES!!!!!

Buy Links for FELIX:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PJOIB2G

Amazon UK:http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00PJOIB2G

B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/felix-elizabeth-reyes/1120743413

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/felix-5th-st-5

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/felix-5th-street-5/id941046746?mt=11

Buy Links for the 5th Street series:

Amazon: http://amzn.to/1Eu19kT

Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1wmebwu

B&N: http://bit.ly/1oLJx1V

Kobo: http://bit.ly/1xhARDn

iTunes: http://bit.ly/1ubZpLS

Author Bio:

USA Today Bestselling Author, Elizabeth Reyes continues to answer to her calling on a daily basis. Since releasing her debut novel Forever Mine (Moreno Brothers #1) in 2010 she has now published 9 full length novels total and fast at work on the next. The excitement her Moreno Brothers, 5th Street, and Fate series have garnered has far exceeded her wildest dreams. It is with as much excitement that she'll continue to put out books related to these series as well as introduce brand new ones very soon.

In 2014 she will take her next step in the exciting world of writing and publish her first traditionally published book with Simon & Schuster/Atria. But she will continue putting out self published books as well.

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GIVEAWAY INFO

Elizabeth is offering a signed set of the 5th Street series (Noah, Gio, Hector, Abel & Felix). The giveaway is open internationally. Giveaway ends Nov 24th at 11:59 PM CST.

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Friday, September 12, 2014

Rival by Penelope Douglas

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Title: Rival

Series: A Fall Away Novel, Book #2

Author: Penelope Douglas

Genre: NA / Contemporary Romance

Release Date: August 26, 2014

Tour Hosted by: As the Pages Turn

Buy Links:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Rival-Fall-Away-Penelope-Douglas-ebook/dp/B00INIXJ0O

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Rival-Fall-Away-Book-3-ebook/dp/B00M88TM1A

B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rival-penelope-douglas/1118739134

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/rival/id830191837?mt=11

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/rival-2

GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18129852-rival

Synopsis:

From the New Adult sensation and New York Times bestselling author of Until You

Madoc and Fallon. Two estranged teenagers playing games that push the boundaries between love and war…

She’s back.

For the three years she’s been away at boarding school, there was no word from her. Back when we lived in the same house, she used to cut me down during the day and then leave her door open for me at night.

I was stupid then, but now I’m ready to beat her at her own game…

I’m back.

Three years and I can tell he still wants me, even if he acts like he’s better than me.

But I won’t be scared away. Or pushed down. I’ll call his bluff and fight back. That’s what he wants, right? As long as I keep my guard up, he’ll never know how much he affects me….

Madoc and Fallon Reunite

“This is my father’s house.” I spoke low and straightened my back. “And someday all this shit will be mine, Fallon. That bed you sleep in, along with everything else under this roof.”

“Not me, Madoc. You don’t own me.”

“Yeah.” I brushed her off. “Been there. Done that. Got the T-shirt. Thanks.”

“Get out,” she ordered, her tone hard.

I took another sip of my beer. “The thing is Fallon…I told you before to lock the door if you wanted me to stay out. Funny thing is…” I leaned in. “You. Never. Did.”

In one swift movement she whipped off her covers and stood up on the bed. Charging to the end, she slapped me across the face before I even knew what was happening.

I almost laughed. Hell, yeah.

My body stayed in place, but my head had twisted to the side with the blow, and I closed my eyes out of reflex. The sting started as a few little needles under the surface but exploded and spread like electricity. I kept my eyes shut for a few seconds longer than necessary, savoring the rush.

With the bed elevating her, she stood about six inches higher than me, and I turned my head back to her slowly, welcoming whatever she had.

She scowled down at me. “I was sixteen years old and too stupid to keep you off me,” she spat. “Little did I know that they have toothbrushes bigger than you. And I’ve definitely had better than you in the past two years, so count on the door being locked from now on.”

My Review:

I love Penelope's writing, such a way with words! This book had A LOT of hot steamy scenes, and I mean A LOT! It is a good read, but very easy read not to much of a developing story but still a good read.

Author Bio:

Penelope Douglas is a writer in Las Vegas. Born in Dubuque, Iowa, she is the oldest of five children. Penelope attended the University of Northern Iowa, earning a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, because her father told her to "just get the degree!" She then earned a Masters of Science in Education at Loyola University in New Orleans, because she hated Public Administration. One night, she got tipsy and told the bouncer at the bar where she worked that his son was hot, and three years later they were married. To the son, not the bouncer. They have spawn, but just one. A daughter named Aydan. Penelope loves sweets, The Originals, and she shops at Target almost daily.

Author Social links:

Website: http://www.penelopedouglasauthor.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PenelopeDouglasAuthor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PenDouglas

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/penelopedouglas/

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7139136.Penelope_Douglas

giveaway:

Penelope is offering up the following prizes. The giveaways are international and ends at 11:59 PM CST 09/15/2014.

· (2) $100 gift cards for either Amazon or B&N winners choice

· (2) Signed paperbacks of Rival

· (1) Signed set paperbacks of Bully, Until You and Rival

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