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Thursday, June 23, 2016

Rock The City ~ Gia Riley ~ NEW RELEASE & REVIEW

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Cover Design: Sommer Stein / Perfect Pear Creative Covers Release Date: June 23, 2016
 
Synopsis
Ten years ago, Lane Lewis said goodbye to the only home he’s ever known. Now that Midnight Fate’s tour has ended, he’s more determined than ever to find a balance between music and life. But sometimes reality’s a joke, fate’s a lie, and history’s meant to repeat itself. Ten years ago he shed the pain, but now it’s seeking revenge. Noelle Nash is a hopeless romantic with a dirty mouth. After almost giving up on love, she’s been lured away from her safety net to try one more time with Lane. She’s willing to do whatever it takes to hold onto the man she loves, but her fierce protectiveness even takes her by surprise. Can she learn to accept the truth? Or will she let her fears consume her, leaving her with no choice but to walk away? Six months ago their future began. Today, it’s about to get rocked.
   
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Amazon UK ☆ http://amzn.to/28PPKbf 
Amazon CA ☆ http://amzn.to/28NCXS4 
Amazon AU ☆ http://amzn.to/28PPW9B  
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Elizabeth's Review


My rating: 4 of 5 stars - Would Recommend to a Friend


Review Copy Provided by Author


Rock The City is the second book in the Midnight Fate series and follows Lane, the bands drummer, and Noelle. We met both characters in Rock the Boat and it was nice to come back to see what happened after the cruise where they met.

Noelle and Lane are both well developed characters that you enjoy spending time with and want to root for as they face the challenges of life. Initially, it seems like the drama is going to center around how they are going to manage to physically be together after the band's break is over. It doesn't take long before Lane's past sweeps in upending their blissful reunion.

Ms. Riley did an excellent job of weaving relationship growth and development into the emotional and slightly suspenseful story. I enjoyed the fact that most of the drama and conflict issues were things that Lane and Noelle were facing together. But, they weren't perfect and had moments of tension between themselves too.

Technically, this is a stand alone book and someone new to the series could probably start here, but having read Rock The Boat first would help with knowing more about Noelle and several of the secondary characters.

Having read both Rock the Boat and Rock the City, I am already looking forward to what might be next for the boys of Midnight Fate.

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Giveaway
 
Mystery pair TC LuLaRoe Leggings & $25 Amazon Gift Card
(2 prizes total - 1 winner for each prize)
 
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About the Author
Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.  
Connect with Gia
Facebook Author Page: http://bit.ly/1UsFRhN
Facebook Reader Group: http://bit.ly/20RYGN6
Goodreads Author Page: http://bit.ly/1WXzq9Q
Goodreads Fan Group: http://bit.ly/1XNCGng
Amazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/22wsHDL
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Friday, June 3, 2016

Rock the City ~ Gia Riley ~ Cover Reveal

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Cover Design: Sommer Stein / Perfect Pear Creative Covers Release Date: June 23, 2016
 
Synopsis
Ten years ago, Lane Lewis said goodbye to the only home he’s ever known. Now that Midnight Fate’s tour has ended, he’s more determined than ever to find a balance between music and life. But sometimes reality’s a joke, fate’s a lie, and history’s meant to repeat itself. Ten years ago he shed the pain, but now it’s seeking revenge. Noelle Nash is a hopeless romantic with a dirty mouth. After almost giving up on love, she’s been lured away from her safety net to try one more time with Lane. She’s willing to do whatever it takes to hold onto the man she loves, but her fierce protectiveness even takes her by surprise. Can she learn to accept the truth? Or will she let her fears consume her, leaving her with no choice but to walk away? Six months ago their future began. Today, it’s about to get rocked.
 
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Giveaway
 
One of Five ARC's for Rock the City
 
 
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About the Author
Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.  
Connect with Gia
Facebook Author Page: http://bit.ly/1UsFRhN
Facebook Reader Group: http://bit.ly/20RYGN6
Goodreads Author Page: http://bit.ly/1WXzq9Q
Goodreads Fan Group: http://bit.ly/1XNCGng
Amazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/22wsHDL
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Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Rock the Boat ~Gia Riley ~ NEW RELEASE and REVIEW

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Release Date: February 24, 2016
 

Synopsis

Easton Beck's known as the guy who ran. The guy who took his band out of the public eye to recover from the loss that shattered his world and his heart. Lark Williams has officially sworn off all men. Despite her world falling apart six weeks ago, she agrees to participate in The Perfect Match Cruise. After all, who would turn down a Caribbean vacation? But like love, The Perfect Match is unpredictable. Two hearts are on a collision course, only they couldn't be more opposite if they tried. One musician with a broken heart. One gorgeous woman who stopped believing in love. One week in paradise. There's only one rule on the ship - there are no rules. Welcome aboard. Prepare to be ROCKED.  
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 Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/1RlFBzv 

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Elizabeth's Review

4 Stars - Would Recommend to a Friend

Review Copy Provided by Author
Ingredients: 
1 -Grieving musician who took his band to play for a cruise line as an escape from real life
1- Broken-hearted PR executive who recently discovered her boyfriend of 5 years cheating on her
2 - Friends with good intentions 
1 - Week long cruise 
1 - "Perfect Match" match making test 

In the hands of Gia Riley, the ingredients above become a fun story of instant physical attraction turning into so much more. Easton and Lark are both wonderfully wounded characters who are dragged kicking and screaming into a situation they are sure they don't want. All bets are off once they first meet and their adventures are equally fun to watch. 

Ms. Riley does an excellent job of balancing the instant attraction between Lark and Easton with the fact they are both still recovering from previous relationships and initially adamant that they aren't looking for more than a physical fling. Misunderstandings and fears get in their way right up until the very end of their journey, so you have to be prepared for a bit of a roller coaster. 

The supporting cast of friends in Rock the Boat is just as interesting as our main characters and it would be so intriguing to see their stories down the road. 
Rock the Boat is well written with great characters who embrace the emotional journey of building a relationship along with having fantastic sexy time. Definitely grab a drink and climb aboard to experience fun, sun, and romance while Lark and Easton Rock the Boat. 


Giveaway
$25 Amazon Gift Card, Bracelet & Keychain
Direct Link:
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Book Trailer

http://video214.com/play/mPM1R0DK4J0anhCfY1itwQ/s/dark  

About the Author

Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.

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Friday, February 5, 2016

Rock the Boat ~ Gia Riley ~ Cover Reveal

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Cover Design: Perfect Pear Creative Covers Release Date: February 24, 2016
 

Synopsis

Easton Beck's known as the guy who ran. The guy who took his band out of the public eye to recover from the loss that shattered his world and his heart. Lark Williams has officially sworn off all men. Despite her world falling apart six weeks ago, she agrees to participate in The Perfect Match Cruise. After all, who would turn down a Caribbean vacation? But like love, The Perfect Match is unpredictable. Two hearts are on a collision course, only they couldn't be more opposite if they tried. One musician with a broken heart. One gorgeous woman who stopped believing in love. One week in paradise. There's only one rule on the ship - there are no rules. Welcome aboard. Prepare to be ROCKED.  

Giveaway

1 of 5 ARCs of Rock the Boat
 
Direct Link:

 

Book Trailer

http://video214.com/play/mPM1R0DK4J0anhCfY1itwQ/s/dark  
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About the Author

Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2015

In Pieces ~ Gia Riley ~ NEW RELEASE and REVIEW

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Release Date: November 10, 2015

Synopsis

Rhett Taylor has a reputation to live up to. He’s the small town hero everyone expects to lead the team to victory. But looks can be deceiving, and the pressure unbearable – even after he confides in Kinsley West. She may not have been the obvious choice to others, but he chose her anyway. Thanks to her newfound popularity, Kinsley’s no longer living in the shadow of her older brother. For once, she has an identity of her own. But what builds quickly, often comes tumbling down. Piece by piece they find out how unpredictable young love can be. Can their love stand the test of time? Or will it be captured, only to be forgotten? A roll of film sets their story in motion. Each frame better than the last. But the real test comes when their whirlwind romance forces Kinsley to protect their secret – especially if she wants a future. Only Kinsley isn’t sure she can do it - not if she’s going to be left behind In Pieces.

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Elizabeth's Review

4 Stars – Would Recommend to a friend
Review Copy Provided by Author

Gia Riley is an author whose books have been sitting in my TBR for a while and I am so glad I finally had a chance to read her work.
I started In Pieces this afternoon and honestly had to make myself put the kindle down to do things like eat dinner, talk to my parents, and put my kids to bed - the story pulled me in that much and I was almost disappointed when the story was over.
We meet Kinsley as she begins her senior year in high school and it's impossible not to like her. This poor girl has been through the absolute ringer and is plowing through to get where she wants to be in life. On that first day of school, Kinsley has an encounter with Rhett and this fantastic, wonderful boy changes the course of her life.
At first, I thought this was just a really well written story of young love. Rhett had to work to convince Kinsley he was for real, but the more I listened to him and watched how he acted with her it was easy to see that she was very lucky to find him so young. Rhett, especially when seem from Kinsley point of view had moments of being way too good to be true, but we learn that even though he’s been attracted to Kinsley for a long time, he has not been an angel while waiting to approach her. Kinsley's unusual home situation adds some conflict to their relationship, but they continue as a strong couple until they get a massive curve ball. How Kinsley's brother and her best friend handled the curve ball is my one complaint about In Pieces. Their reaction didn't really make sense to me and why they behaved the way they did was never really addressed or even brought up again as the story moved forward. Rhett and Kinsley both displayed an unusual amount of emotional maturity as they dealt with the situation, although my heart broke for her in a couple of places as they were getting things figured out.
The supporting cast of In Pieces is small, but very impactful to our characters and their behavior. I loved Kinsley and Rhett and had so much fun rooting for them. Now, I need to back and read Ms. Riley's other books!

Giveaway

$20 Amazon Gift Card & In Pieces Inspired Bracelet
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Book Trailer

http://video214.com/play/pkYcZlgRTcYj0Vj1RZa0gg/s/dark

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About the Author

Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.

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Friday, November 6, 2015

Meet The Author ~ Gia Riley

Published work

My Individual Work:
The Begin Again Duet
Available on Amazon and FREE for Kindle Unlimited Subscribers
Lighter (Book 1)on Amazon
Weightless (Book 2) on Amazon

In Pieces




Releasing November 10th, 2015
Find it on Goodreads





My Collaborations:
Written with Love Anthology



Available now for 99 cents for a limited time!
Order it on Amazon






Christmas in the City Anthology



Releasing Nov 2nd 2015
I contributed an all new holiday novella, Stay Awhile.
Find it on Goodreads








Hot for the Holidays Anthology





Available for Pre-order (Releasing Nov 3rd, 2015)
Pre-Order on Amazon
I contributed a holiday novella with the crew from Lighter and Weightless called Drifting.






  What are you working on now?
I’m working on completing, In Pieces, releasing Nov 10th! I’m also patiently awaiting the release of two holiday novellas. I have two other books started that I’m itching to get to. They’ll be released in 2016.
Do you get to write full time or do you also have a “day” job?
I’m a behavioral therapist, but currently, I’m writing full-time along with my mommy duties.
Favorite part of being an author?
Meeting readers, blogger, and fellow authors. Some of my very best friends are people I’ve never met in person.
Scariest part of being an author?
Putting your work on display for the world to judge.
Who are your favorites to read?
You realize how impossible of a question this is, right? Oh man. Where do I begin? I have a serious lady crush on Jodi Ellen Malpas since she created MY Jesse Ward. I’ve also fallen in love with the words from so many other authors, too. I’ve read the Thoughtless Series more times than I care to count. My son’s middle name is Kellen. In my defense, he was pre-Kellan Kyle.
If You could have one super power, what would it be?
The ability to read minds. I’m a people watcher and love figuring out what makes people tick.
One piece of advice to an aspiring writer?
Don’t expect perfection with the first draft. Write what your head is begging you to get out. Then, go back and rewrite all of it with your heart.
Where can we find you?
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/Author-Gia-Riley-645866645481614
Facebook Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/248628028660719/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorGiaRiley
Instagram: https://instagram.com/authorgiariley/
Website: http://giariley.weebly.com/
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Tuesday, October 20, 2015

In Piece ~ Gia Riley ~ Cover Reveal

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Cover Design: Perfect Pear Creative Covers Release Date: November 10, 2015

Synopsis

Rhett Taylor has a reputation to live up to. He’s the small town hero everyone expects to lead the team to victory. But looks can be deceiving, and the pressure unbearable – even after he confides in Kinsley West. She may not have been the obvious choice to others, but he chose her anyway. Thanks to her newfound popularity, Kinsley’s no longer living in the shadow of her older brother. For once, she has an identity of her own. But what builds quickly, often comes tumbling down. Piece by piece they find out how unpredictable young love can be. Can their love stand the test of time? Or will it be captured, only to be forgotten? A roll of film sets their story in motion. Each frame better than the last. But the real test comes when their whirlwind romance forces Kinsley to protect their secret – especially if she wants a future. Only Kinsley isn’t sure she can do it - not if she’s going to be left behind In Pieces.

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Giveaway

1 of 5 ARCs of In Pieces
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Direct Link:

Book Trailer

http://video214.com/play/pkYcZlgRTcYj0Vj1RZa0gg/s/dark

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About the Author

Gia Riley is a New Adult and Contemporary Romance author from the small but mighty state of Delaware. She's a lover of all things romance - a firm believer that everyone deserves a happily ever after. She loves strawberry smoothies almost as much as she loves reality TV. When she's not writing, you can find her roaming the aisles of Kirkland's, up to her elbows in Play-doh, or trying to hunt down spoilers for Big Brother. Her newest addiction is a Starbucks iced mocha - they keep her up late, doing terrible things to her characters.

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