Book Blitz : LOVE IS AN ACTION by Bry Foster

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Book Blitz ALERT!!!

It's time again to introduce you to a new book on New Adult scene!!

Xpresso Book Tours gave me an opportunity to introduce to a new author in town BRY FOSTER and her debut novel :

LOVE IS AN ACTION. 

Coming out tomorrow, November 17th 2015, let me give you a quick peek into this story!! 

And of course, there is a chance for you to grab yourself a free copy of the book at the end of this post! 

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LOVE IS AN ACTION

by Bry Foster 

Publication Date : November 17th 2015

Publisher : Bry Foster

Genre : New Adult / Contemporary

Available To Order : Amazon


Khloe Hudson is all out of everything.

All out of patience for her alcoholic father. All out of money from her summer job savings. All out of scholarship essay ideas. And all out of room in her hearth for people who don't care to see her for who she really is.

But even she has to admit that the French jerk attending her academy is starting to worm his way in just a bit.

Cash Castille couldn't care less about what Khloe thinks she knows. None of her advanced classes have taught her that love isn't something that can be measured or figured out using scientific methods. Actions often speak louder than words. And although he gets a rise out of driving her crazy, he can't help but wonder when her brain will stop arguing with what their hearts already know.

When Cash drops a bomb and asks for the favour of a lifetime, Khloe reluctantly agrees because despite the terms, she needs the benefit of their arrangement. However, as Cash and Khloe navigate through their new found relationship, she can't help but wonder if the cost of this ploy will be another expense she can't afford to give. Her heart.

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About BRY FOSTER

Her name is Bry. She was born in San Diego, CA but raised in central TX. After years of writing poems and short stories and making her family read them, the characters in her head have finally matured - mostly - and demanded to be heard. She enjoys all things paranormal and believes sarcasm is a second language that she has mastered. She adores flawed female characters that aren't afraid to speak their minds (even to the point of driving other characters mad).

She is an Army wife and the mother of a four year old little boy who demands that she calls him IRON MAN or Donny (Ninja Turles) on any given day.


Connect with the author : Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads

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GIVEAWAY DETAILS

Wanna grab yourself a free copy of this newest tale on the NEW ADULT market? It couldn't be any easier. Tweet me  @ZuzVystrcilova or Instagram me @zuzvystrcilova with #SecretReadingGarden by December 13th 2015 and you will be entered into a giveaway to win an e-book for yourself :) 

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Book Blitz : LIVE ME (A PIECE OF BROKEN) by Celeste Grande

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Book Blitz Alert!!

Guess what!?! There is a new book and new author on the New Adult Market!! And you all know how much we love those on this blog. 

Published just this month - on October 27th - Xpresso Book Tours gave me the opportunity to introduce you to CELESTE GRANDE and her first instalment in the A Piece of Broken series - LIVE ME. 

As usual, there will be an opportunity for you to grab yourself a free copy of this book. Just keep on reading! 

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LIVE ME

by Celeste Grande

Publication Date : October 27th 2015

Publisher : CreateSpace 

Genre : New Adult / Contemporary

Available To Order : Amazon UK 

Broken...

Shattered ...

How can you begin to live again when you've already been forced to... die?

Evangelina Ricci is trapped in a world that's a never-ending nightmare, a constant ache in which  consumes her every breath. Unable to bear the torture any longer, she does the one thing she can to take back control. 

Run. 

With her best friend Jace in tow, Evangelina attempts to escape her darkened past by leaving for college and diving head first into an aggressive schedule, determined with everything she is to make a name for herself. There's only one problem - she can't run away from the demons she struggles with. The demons that'll forever be there, locked inside, battering her soul. Hiding behind a flawless facade, Evangelina faces her ghosts until her world is turned upside down, invaded by... him. 

Blake Turner. Sweet, witty, flirtatious and drop-dead gorgeous, he finds Evangelina at every turn. Scared he'll uncover the truth she keeps so well guarded, Evangelina tries her best to put on her act, deterring him like she has so many times before - only this guy's different. He's relentless. Utterly, absolutely and completely relentless. He sees her and he wants her and won't stop until she's his. 

Will Evangelina succeed in pushing Blake away? Or will he break down her walls and be the person to make her realise life is worth living?

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ABOUT CELESTE GRANDE

Celeste Grande grew up loving words. From an early age, it was easy for her to open her hearth through pen and paper and come away with something poetic. She never thought anything more than releasing her emotions would come of it though. A workaholic that can't keep still, in her 'real' life, she's a Certified Public Accountant who dreams of writing sexy books all day long. When she isn't working, she's reading, writing, mommying and being a wifey to the love of her life. 

She lives in New York, still putting pen to paper and anxiously awaiting the debut of her first novel, LIVE ME, a new adult romance, in October 2015. 

Connect with the author : Website | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads

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GIVEAWAY 

To have a chance to grab yourself a free copy of Celeste's debut novel, please Tweet me, Instagram me, Facebook me  or simple comment on this post by November 5th 2015 and I will choose the winner for a free E-Book copy of LIVE ME

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Brinda Berry : THE BEAUTY OF LIES ( Stand By Me #1)

Warning!!! Prepare for some good stay scenes ;-)

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THE BEAUTY OF LIES is new adult novel written by the very talented Brinda Berry.

This is my first time meeting and reading the stories written by Ms Berry. I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to read her new novel.

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Secrets are exposed, trust is betrayed and two people face the beauty of lies.

Leo Jensen has a secret - he is Mr. Expose, a blogger that reveals the truth about liars and frauds. It's a way to make a living, and he's had a motherlode of experience with liars. Cheaters. Women who live for drama and carry more hidden baggage than a Boeing 747. Even his twin sister can't seem to admit the truth about her relationships, so finding an honest woman is about as likely as finding a unicorn in the middle of Nashville. 

Harper Wade wishes life had a do-over button. She'd press that sucker and reset the last four years. Now, she has the chance to start fresh and make things right, but first she has to retrieve the damming evidence of her past from an annoying blogger. She's doing all the things she knows she shouldn't - breaking and entering, lying by omission, falling for the hot guy next door. Too bad he holds the key to her clean slate. 

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Xpresso Book Tour gave me the opportunity to be a part of their book tour and read this new novel. And of course, write an honest opinion on what I thought about it.

I have been given the E-book version of the book. 279 pages long. 22 chapters. The cover captures a handsome man, semi-naked, looking at you through piercing blue eyes. This is a first E-Book I read in a while. I still prefer the hard copy of a book.

To be honest, at the start, I was a little skeptical. Yes, the plot seemed interesting, but I was worried that the author might not be able to execute it well enough. But I went into reading it with an open mind and I am glad for it.

The story is told from two points of view - Leo's & Harper's. They both have their own backstory which we slowly see clues of. The story was a little slow at the start, it took me couple of chapters to get into it, but soon enough, I was hooked. The story developed in an interesting, saucy progress. Soon enough all I wanted to do is read it.

It's a story of two broken people. Their previous relationships have left scars - mistrust to others, being careful with their heart. Both of them just want to live their lives in piece without any more drama. But that changes when a pure coincidence brings them into each other lives (and maybe a little stalking). They both have secrets, they both have complicated past. But they cannot help but fall in love. Passionately. Truly.

The story is mesmerising, thrilling, very passionate at times. I was reading it at work and couldn't help but blush at certain parts. Entertaining & Engaging. I love how we can read the story from the points of views of both main characters. It's nice to have a look inside their mind and see how they tick and what they are going through. 

The most interesting thing about this story is the thought of polygamy and betrayal. Ms Berry was brave enough to approach this subject. The truth is it does happen. It is happening all around us. People cheat. People lie. People pretend to be someone else. People break law. People have secrets. Dark secrets which can ruin lives. I love how Ms Berry approached the subject. The presence of Leo's alter ego aka Mr Expose and his blog sheds the light on these issues. He names and shames. I also like the thought of what happens after you reveal the secret. There are repercussions to all our actions. We might want revenge, but do we ever think about what happens after we success in avenging ourselves.

All in all I really really enjoy reading this story. It was wonderful, cute, sexy tale of love, betrayal and ability to forgive. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series. 

Well done Ms Berry, you have impressed me with your story-telling skills. I cannot wait to read more of your writing. 

Book Blitz : ALWAYS SECOND BEST by Elodie Nowodazkij

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Book Blitz Alert!!!

Published October 13th 2015, let me tell you more about a new novel on the scene. 

ALWAYS SECOND BEST by Elodie Nowodazkij - a second book in the BROKEN DREAMS series. 

As usual with any book blitz, you can try your luck in a giveaway. This time you not only have the opportunity to win $50 Amazon Gift Card, but you can have a name in Elodie's next novel ! YAY!!!

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ALWAYS SECOND BEST 

by Elodie Nowodazkij

Publication Date : October 13th 2015

Publisher : Createspace

Genre : Young Adult / Romance

Available To Pre-Order : Amazon UK | Barnes & Nobles | iTunes | Kobo

Sometimes being first isn't what you expected. 

Seventeen-year-old ballerina Emilia Moretti is tired of always being second best. And she's going to prove the world she deserves to be first. In her upcoming School of the Performing Arts showcase. In the eyes of her birth parents. And in the heart of the guy she loves. She spends hours rehearsing, hours dreaming about becoming number one, hours imagining how her entire life is about to change. But when nothing goes the way she planned, she'll need to realise what it really means to be first. 

Eighteen-year-old Nick Grawski doesn't want to follow Daddy Dearest's rules any longer. He's going to prove he's meant to be a dancer - not a lawyer - and he is not going to stay away from Em just because his father demands it. He needs to show Em that - this time around - he's there to stay and that he won't break her heart again. Even when her world goes down to shit, even when he finds out his dad may have been trying to protect him all along, even if being there for one another is harder than falling in love. 

ALWAYS SECOND BEST is a novel of hope and heartbreak and broken dreams. It's a novel about falling in love and discovering that being first isn't always what matters. 

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About Elodie Nowodazkij

Elodie Nowodazkij was raised in a tiny village in France, where she could always be found a book in hand. At nineteen, she moved to the US, where she learned she'd never lose her French accent. Now she lives in Maryland with her husband, their dog and their cat. She's also a serial smiley user. 

Connect with the author : Website | Facebook | Twitter

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I have another surprise for you !!! 

Comment on the post below, tweet me & tag me on Instagram for a chance to win E-book copy of Elodie's both books: A SUMMER LIKE NO OTHER & ALWAYS SECON BEST.

You have until November 8th to write your entry. Open internationally :)


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Book Blitz : PICTURE IMPERFECT by Jelsa Mepsey

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Book Blitz Alert!!!

There is a new YA author on the scene! And we always welcome these creatures on the this blog so I have decided to share with you my excitement about this book. 

Due out today, September 22nd 2015, it is time to introduce you to 

PICTURE IMPERFECT by Jelsa Mepsey

There is a surprise attached for you in the post so keep on reading! You have the chance to enter Rafflecopter to win $10 Amazon Gift Card + Ebook of Picture Imperfect !!

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PICTURE IMPERFECT 

by Jelsa Mepsey

Publication Date : 22nd September 2015

Publisher : Swoon Romance

Genre : Young Adult / Romance

Available To Pre-Order : Amazon UK , Goodreads



Sixteen-year-old Max Prescott knows all too well the joys of cheating girlfriends and traitorous friends. He's not eager to have his heart trampled again, but money and a fresh start can mean the difference between happiness and a dark path with his name on it.

So when Melly Hewson, a perky and enigmatic classmate, asks him to be her model for a year-long photography project, Max agrees. Melly Hewson is everything Max isn't. She's outgoing, witty and always knows the right words to say. And despite his best efforts, Max finds himself drawn to her.

Still, he isn't stupid. He knows a girl like Melly will only use him and then never speak to him again. Besides, he's been to that rodeo. As long as he keeps his feelings off the market, he won't make the same mistakes as last time.

Yet underneath Melly's sweet smiles lies a secret she'd rather kept hidden. And as the year goes on and the photos pile up, Max and Melly will find themselves developing through the negatives, a story that when told could push them to opposite ends of their world. But the only thing worst than the truth is, the facade that surrounds them.

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About Jelsa Mepsey

Jelsa Mepsey writes young adult contemporary romance fiction, drawing inspiration for daily life. With her work, she is dedicated to spurring people to think about what they have taken for granted and to shed the light on the issues people avoid talking about. As an Asian-Amerian in her 20s, she is excited to explore more of the human experience as she herself journeys through life. Writing, rock-climbing 5.12 routes, and playing various instruments have resulted in the formation of many calluses on her hands over the years. When not engaging in her previously mentioned hobbies, Jelsa can be found at her local library with a stack of at least ten books, naming her various pens, or staring at her dog Waffles for inspiration. 

Connect with the author : Jelsa's Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads

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Find a little preview of the book below :

She unzips her camera bag. “I should, um, probably take your picture.”

“Oh. Right.” I glance behind me. No noises. That’s good. “Wanna stick around?”

“Actually, I need to go home. We’ll do some shots there soon.” She scratches her head. “Do you have a music player of some sort?”

“Yeah.” I pull my iPod out of my pocket. “Why?”

She grins, revealing her braces again. Is she ever going to get those off? “Pretend to listen to it.”

She said to pretend, but I don’t. Instead, I turn it on, shuffle the music, and listen to the song that comes on.

I can’t face the truth

Since I’ve met you, I feel different

Is this what it is?

What it is to love?

I never put this song on my iPod. Where did it come from? Doesn’t matter. As I continue listening to it, Melly says something and waves before leaving. I just continue listening to the lyrics.

Stop haunting me, taking over my head

It’s best if we left these things unsaid

‘Cause I never wanted to fall for you

But now I think I have