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ARC Review | Finding Home on Winslow Island by Chrissy Elliot

Posted on 3rd Aug 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: Finding Home on Winslow Island
Author: Chrissy Elliot
Publication Date: 31st July 2020
Publisher: Kindle Edition
Format: ebook

My rating(s) : 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

SUMMARY

Join the residents of Winslow Island for a fun-filled, opposites-attract, sweet romance – full of piggyback rides and scrumptious baked goods.

It might be Winslow Island’s annual Matchmaking Festival, but Tessa has more important things to worry about, like how to keep her mother’s bed and breakfast in business.

Parker’s life is as precise and planned as the surgeries he performs. He’s on track for a career-making promotion – if he can improve his bedside manner.

When his mother plans a family celebration for the same weekend as the Matchmaking Festival, Parker suspects he’s in for a series of sneaky setups. But with his promotion fast approaching, he has no time for distractions – until Tessa crashes into him in a shower of glitter, wreaking havoc with his plans and his heart.

With a temper as fiery as her red hair, she’s a distraction too tempting to ignore.

Tessa is determined to resist Parker’s charms – even if his smile makes her toes curl. He’s only on the island for five days, and she won’t risk a broken heart. But with the festival in full swing, resisting Parker is proving harder than she expected, especially when he becomes the key to saving her mother’s business.

REVIEW

It’s a sweet, light, cute and clean romance, which I’m fancy of. The story was so interesting even though there’s a little bit flaw that I’ve found for example, like it’s pretty clichè but I like it. I think it’s relevant to the contemporary romance genre. I love the setting. I really hope the island exist! I also love the characters, I ship them a lot where a bright girl named Tessa meets an arrogant and cold-blooded doctor, Parker. I adore the interconnected stories between them, I don’t how many times I’m flushed every time I read their scenes. I’d say that the characters were so compatible.

If you are looking for light and breezy romance, I’d recommend this book for you to read. It’s something cute and light to pamper your heart. Anyway, the book is finally out and congratulations Chrissy Elliot!

《Thank you so much for sending me an ARC for free for an exchange of my honest review》

Monthly TBR's and Wrap Ups

Monthly TBRs | JULY 2020

Posted on 1st Jul 2020 by biblioleviosa

Happy 1st of July everyone! Mid-year of 2020 has been passed and we are in a half way to go!

How’s your 2020 going on so far? I know, we have been going through a lot of things, especially the pandemic that effecting almost a whole world. However, there’s fresh restart and we can always turn into a new leaf. Let’s be positive and everything will get better. Something happens for a reason, amirite?

Without further do, let’s jump into my July TBR. My reading theme for this month is Circus! 🎪 So I plan to read the Caraval trilogy. I have zero knowledge about this series, but I heard a lot of positive reviews about it. So i’m intrigued. Some said that this series has The Night Circus vibes and because I love The Night Circus so yeah! *shrugged*

July TBRs;

Caraval by Stephanie Garber
Legendary by Stephanie Garber
Finale by Stephanie Garber

Monthly TBR's and Wrap Ups

Monthly Wrap Ups | June 2020

Posted on 1st Jul 2020 by biblioleviosa

So hi everyone. This is my wrap-ups post of my read in June 2020. I managed to read only 4 books and my TBRs‘ goals unachieved this time *sobs*.

So these are my June wrap ups;

1. A Midsummer Night’s Scream by R.L.Stine

2. Marked (House of Night #1) by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast

3. Kill the Boy Band by Goldy Moldavsky

4. Fan Art by Sarah Tregay

Book Haul

This month, I also ordered a bunch books from various local stores like Bookxcess. Some of them also pre-loved books that I got from Carousell.

review

Kill The Boy Band by Goldy Moldavsky

Posted on 1st Jul 20201st Jul 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: Kill the Boy Band
Author: Goldy Moldavsky
Publication Date: 23rd February 2016
Publisher: Point
Pages: 320

My rating(s): 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Synopsis

Just know from the start that it wasn’t supposed to go like this. All we wanted was to get near them. That’s why we got a room in the hotel where they were staying.

We were not planning to kidnap one of them. Especially not the most useless one. But we had him—his room key, his cell phone, and his secrets.

We were not planning on what happened next.

We swear.

Review

Kill the Boy Band is about obsessive fans of The Ruperts, who will having a concert in American soon and these girls, Erin, Isabel, Apple and I were willing to give a damn to meet them. This book so much amusing, I laughed too much, full of humors and heart-breaking at the same time. I love the plot twisting so much.

I totally love the writing style where I represent as the narrator and I do feel like I am the character of this book. I love the feeling where I myself able to immerse and dive into the situation. I something which I did really in that kind of situation. It’s feels so dreamy. I swear there’s a lot of squealing.

Overall, I really enjoy and love this book. I do feel like I’m returning back to school. I literally miss it, tbh. If you ever wanted to meet your high school favs boy band, yes, this book this for you. I recommend this for the one who really want to dive into the celebrity’s dark side as well.

Thank so much for your time to read my review. Till next time.

Lea

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A Midsummer Night’s Scream by R.L. Stine

Posted on 11th Jun 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: A Midsummer Night’s Scream
Author: R.L. Stine
Publication Date: 1st July 2014
Publisher: Square Fish
Pages: 249

My Rating(s): 🌟🌟🌟

Synopsis

It was a horror movie that turned into real horror–three young actors lost their lives while the camera rolled. Production stopped, and people claimed that the movie was cursed.

Sixty years later, new actors are venturing onto the haunted set. In a desperate attempt to revive their failing studio, Claire’s dad has green-lit a remake of Mayhem Manor—and Claire and her friends are dying to be involved.

At first, Claire laughs at Jake’s talk of ghosts and curses. He’s been too busy crushing on her best friend Delia to notice that she’s practically been throwing herself at him. What does he know? And anyway, this is her big chance to be a star!

When shooting starts, though, the set is plagued by a series of horrible accidents—could history be repeating itself?

Review

A Midsummer Night’s Scream is such a relaxing horror read. It’s about a remake of unfinished movie – Mayhem Manor that has been abandoned for 60 years. Narrated by Claire Woodlands who been so excited because she’ll be a character of the movie. However, I thought it’s gonna be exciting and thrilling, but it’s doesn’t really reach my expectations.

I’m not going to lie that I enjoy reading this. I love the elements Stine add in. There’s horror, thriller and comedy so it was a fun read. I love the subplot that helps it being more mysterious. Stine is known as a plot twister author, so there’s a plot twist that make you need more to read. It’s so frustrating, sometimes.

As for characters, I’d enjoyed it if the interaction between between the main male and main female characters are more secure and connected each other. I found something bleak in character development.

Honestly, I was attracted by the cover. It’s too intriguing for me. Overall, I’d like to say that I do enjoy reading this book. It’s such a chilling and relaxing summer read.

Lea

review

Temptation by R.L. Stine

Posted on 8th Jun 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: Temptation
Author: R.L. Stine
Publication Date: 10th July 2012
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Pages: 407

My Rating(s): 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Synopsis

The vampires of Sandy Hollow crave the summer months. Summer means plenty of beach tourists…and plenty of fresh blood after months of deprivation. But this year the Eternal Ones have decided to spice things up with a little bet: The first to seduce a hot date of the human variety, and then turn him into a fellow creature of the night, wins.

In order to successfully turn their prey, they must take only three small sips of blood on three different nights. If they take too much blood on any night, the human will die and the bet will be lost.

The setup sounds simple enough, but things quickly get complicated—especially since each vampire is just dying to quench her thirst.

Review

The Goodnight Kiss is about a bet between the 2 vampires (Gabri and Jessica) hunting for a ‘nectar’- a human blood, obviously. Only 3 sips and then the human will became immortal. And the vampire targeting human almost every night. The Goodnight Kiss is such an introduction and the beginning story of the Sandy Hollow’s vampires. April as the main character of the Goodnight Kiss where she’s become an immortal. I thought it was a never ending vampire turning, but, the story changes from time to time.

As for Goodnight Kiss 2, I found it more interesting compared to the first story. When a human discovers about the vampire’s existence, they are seeking for revenge. And the main character is Billy, he was obsessed of vampire and believe in vampire. His friends were making fun of him not until a mysterious girl volunteered to help him. I love the intriguing feeling while reading this. There’s also some plot twist that makes it fascinating and interesting.

The Vampire Club is a short story of high school students, forming a club to hunt the vampires. In my view, this story does not necessarily added at all but, I’ll take it as a bonus read. However, I enjoyed it because of the ending. I swore it took my breath out.

Overall, I’d like to say that I really enjoy this book. I’d like to RECOMMEND this book if you love a Spooky Summer vibe. It’s also a relaxing read because it’s such a light horror reads.

Book Event

Blog Tour | A Guarded Love by Adelia Burke

Posted on 3rd Jun 20204th Jun 2020 by biblioleviosa

Hello everyone!

This is my stop for the blog tour for a book of Adelia Burke who recently published a sweet romances, A Guarded Love. This tour is taking place on blog from 1st to 14th of June. So make sure you guys check out the rest of the tours’ stops too! I’d like to thank Dr. Trina Boice for inviting me to join this awesome book blog tour’s too.

Check them out!

June 1 : www.crossroadreviews.com

June 2 : http://www.communitybookstop.blogspot.com

June 3 : http://www.confessionsofbethany.com/

June 4 : www.BiblioLeviosa.home.blog

June 5 : www.bonnieharris.blogspot.com

June 6 : http://fireandicephoto.blogspot.com/

June 7 : www.cedarforthauthors.blogspot.com

June 8 : www.mybookaday.blogspot.com

June 9 : www.baronessbooktrove.com

June 10 : www.MovieReviewMom.com

June 11 : www.kameomonson.comb/blog

June 12 : https://luwromance.wordpress.com/?fbclid=IwAR3NAXiYs-2NILrwQJFQiXbk1_leCMkf9qJnYC-IaDCtEFNDpqHZHBRXjzA

June 13 : https://www.instagram.com/book.amour/

June 14 : www.thephantomparagrapher.blogspot.com

Title: A Guarded Love – The Unassuming Billionaire Series-Book 1

Author: Adelia Burke

Genre: Romance / Clean Romance / Suspense

Publication Date: May 2020

Pages: 122

Available formats: eBook and print, KDP

BOOK DESCRIPTION

An unsuspecting college student is inadvertently thrust into the paparazzi spotlight when a country music star mingles at a local karaoke club. After an unexpected photo surfaces online, the power of clickbait media sends two people from different worlds on a collision course with destiny.

A break from touring proves to be anything but relaxing, as Landon Ross navigates a whirlwind of tabloid manipulation, crazed fans and heightened security protocol. Each detail of his life is carefully structured and scheduled. But the unexpected arrival of a talented local music major makes him re-evaluate everything.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Adelia Burke (Deb Earl) was born in Reno, Nevada. She is married and has three married daughters and two grandchildren. She has been an avid reader all of her life with a vivid imagination.
She has been involved in family history research for many years and decided to incorporate that into her writing in some of her books. It makes for some interesting stories. She absolutely loves to throw in twists in her books.
Her interests include running, gardening, and traveling. She is a home-schooling expert!

Website | TWITTER | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK

REVIEW

Check out my full review of A Guarded Love here.

GET YOUR COPY NOW!

You may also can win a FREE ebook copy to download of this honey sugar sweet romance read by filling your contact information to join the VIP Club at www.Adeliaburke.com

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Okay everyone! The tour isn’t over yet! We have a surprise for you!
Did you that your comment a GEM? 💎💎

Well it is and if you leave comment on this post or by visiting Adelia Burke’s Facebook group, you could WIN prizes from Rafflecoupter. Prizes includes free online course and eBooks.

Thank you so much for visiting my blog! Till next time!

Lea

ARC Review, review

A Guarded Love by Adelia Burke

Posted on 1st Jun 20201st Jun 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: A Guarded Love
Author: Adelia Burke
Publication Date: May 2020
Pages: 122 (ebook)

My rating(s): ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Synopsis

Review

Truth be told, I’m not a big fan of romance, but it doesn’t mean that I despise romance. I think romance is such a seasoning spice to add in any kind of genre, even there’s romance in the horror genre, amirite?

Okay, let’s get back to A Guarded Love! It’s a simple, quick pace story, so sweet and dreamy. I’m not going to lie, there’s a little flaw but it doesn’t ruin the whole plot. If the story a little much longer I’m gonna love it! On couple first pages, I thought it’s cliche, but it’s well-developed, there’s a twist. I love the flow. There’s a suspense and you may see the love progress. It’s also about how you regain your trust in a relationship.

I love the hero of this book, Landon Ross. He’s such a sweet guy. So protective and responsible. I love the development of the chemistry between these two main characters. Landon is such a perfect partner for Kristin. I’d like to say, she’s lucky!

I’d RECOMMEND you to read this if you have ever dreamt of dating a celebrity. It’s so cute and sweet!

Last but not least, I’d like to thank Dr. Trina Boice for inviting me to join Adelia Burke book blog tour. Thank you so much for this opportunity! Thank you so much the author of A Guarded Love, Adelia Burke for providing me a free ebook copy of this book.

A SPECIAL SURPRISE FOR YOU!
You also can get a free ebook copy to download by filling out your contact detail at www.Adeliaburke.com .

Thank you so much and till next time!

Lea

Monthly TBR's and Wrap Ups

Monthly TBRs | JUNE 2020

Posted on 1st Jun 2020 by biblioleviosa

Happy 1st of June everyone! We are in the mid-year of 2020 and it’s Summer. I had a bad reading session last month as I managed to read only 3 books. So I refresh and start a new goal. I wish that I able to read at least 5 books this month! This June, I randomly picked the book title that I want to read. No specific reading theme this month.

So let’s jump into the TBRs list;

A Midsummer’s Night Scream by R.L.Stine
Marked (House of Night #1) by P.C Cast & Kristin Cast
Fan Art by Sarah Tregay
Kill the Boy Band by Goldy Moldavsky
Tempest Rising by Tracy Deebs

I hope that I able to read more! I pray for no more assignment. Haha! Btw, if any of my TBRs list meet yours, I love to be your reading buddy. I’ll update any of my reading on my other social media if you’re interested to check out;

Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads

Thank you so much for stopping by. Till next time.

XOXO,
Lea

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The Hunger Games (Hunger Games #1) by Suzanne Collins

Posted on 17th May 202017th May 2020 by biblioleviosa

INFORMATION

Title: The Hunger Games
Series: Hunger Games #1
Author: Suzanne Collins
Publication Date: 14th September 2008 (Scholastic)
Pages: 464

My Rating(s): 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Synopsis

Twelve boys and twelve girls are forced to appear in a live event called The Hunger Games. There is only one rule: kill or be killed. When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen steps forward to take her younger sister’s place in the games, she sees it as a death sentence. But Katniss has been close to death before. For her, survival is second nature.

Review

“Happy Hunger Games! May the odds be ever in your favour.”

I think this is the best apocalyptic YA novel that I’ve ever read. I love the concept of the story. It’s so creative for the idea of hunting game to death as the public entertainment. Sounds cruel. Yeah! It’s about survivalist. And also something like metaphorical hunger for political freedom. I love the style of writing where Katniss Everdeen as the narrator. And this is a story of a girl on fire!

In this book, I’d like to say that I personally love all the characters (especially the boy with the bread, Peeta). They are all well-done! I love the main character, Katniss Everdeen. She both pure and ruthless on her action, especially her provocation against the Capitol. Her hunting skill amazed me, she’s very good at bow and arrow. The side characters also super well developed for me. They’re all making the story interesting.

Also, I love the setting. A dystopian country called Panem surrounded by 12 poorer districts ruled by Capitol who develop The Hunger Game (a televised competition from 2 tributes in each district) as their entertainment. It’s sort of a high tech country. I love that.

I really really appreciate the smudge of romance in this novel doesn’t overpower the whole story. It’s like a pinch of love just to make it better. This is also a novel where it doesn’t solely hang on triangle love. That’d be fair enough and no frustration. Honestly, I appreciate that. Thank you Suzanne Collins!

Overall, I love reading this book and enjoy it so much. I learnt something to never underestimate people on how they look. I’d RECOMMEND The Hunger Games for a science fiction freak and everyone too.

Thank you so much for reading my review. Till next time!

Lea.