Reviews
Reviews
Alexandria
5/5
LOVED
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2022 This book was amazing, and I couldn’t stop turning the pages. I’m so excited to read the second one.
Jessica Alviano
5/5
Intrigued !
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2021 Wow! All I can say is Wow ! , after reading this authors first book I did not have a doubt in my mind about this 1 ! …. You will not be disappointed ! 🙌🏻 Awesome Read !
Peg M.
5/5
Suspense filled & Intriguing, sexy… loved her 1st book too!
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2021 Loved this Author’s 1st book too Fleeting Time… can’t wait to read the next book too❤️
SandyB
5/5
Nail bitter
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022 Verified Purchase The first book I read from this author was absolutely amazing (Fleeting Time) I was immediately hooked with this author’s writing. I bought her next book (The lies Layla was told). Talk about a heart wrenching nail bitter. I couldn’t put the book down. Unbelievable awesome read! Read it in 2 weeks and just ordered the sequel…. Can’t wait until it comes in!!!!
Ashley Crimmins
5/5
Intense
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2022 Verified Purchase Wow! This book wild is wild, crazy, and intense! Definitely not one that is easy to put down at bedtime and actually sleep! This kept me on the edge of my seat with all of the twists and turns! Definitely worth the read!
Janet
5/5
So many twists to leave you on edge
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2022 Verified Purchase The first book I read from this author was absolutely amazing (Fleeting Time) I was immediately hooked with this author’s writing. I bought her next book (The lies Layla was told). Talk about a heart wrenching nail bitter. I couldn’t put the book down. Unbelievable awesome read! Read it in 2 weeks and just ordered the sequel…. Can’t wait until it comes in!!!!
Cali
5/5
Excellent Mystery that you won't be able to put down
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2022 I was hooked on this book from the very beginning. There were so many twists & turns in Layla's life, that I could not put this book down. It was a thrilling, suspenseful story that kept me on the edge of my seat. I can't wait to read how it ends.
Shannon Crone
5/5
LOVED it!!!! Couldn’t put it down!
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2021 Some advice: don’t plan on starting this book before you go to bed-you won’t be able to put it down! You can’t help but get sucked into Layla’s world and all the suspense and excitement that comes with it! I was so excited when I found out the author came out with this book because I LOVED her debut book-Fleeting Time so I knew this would be great too! Can’t wait to see what happens in book two!
Laila
5/5
I couldn't stop reading
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2021 I love your book The Lies Layla was Told. First, because my name I laila. And from Second to one thousand million times It's amazing. It everything in one book. I am so in love you don't even know. OMG, I can't wait for the second one The ending of this book OMG. I don't have words. "BEST BOOK EVER" 🤍🤍🤍
Vinny
5/5
Great book!!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2021 Great book!! Kept me guessing… I can’t wait to read the next one!!!
Darren N.
5/5
Outstanding.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2022 Verified Purchase I was literally on the edge of my seat. All the feels. Can't wait to read the second book in this duet
Amazon Customer
5/5
It’s a must read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2022 Love this author! Be sure to read this book.
Will
5/5
Fantastic read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 21, 2022 Verified Purchase Wow, just finished and what an adventure it was! Layla and Cade's journey to love, is embroiled with drama and the author delivers it in such a fantastic way that has you longing to find out more. The chemistry between Cade and Layla is off the charts. The supporting characters, such as Cade's mum are loveable and the book written in Layla's POV adds to the intensity of the story. Definitely worth a read.
Linda pankow
5/5
Loved it!
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2022 Verified Purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 But here's why... I love the way this book addresses the pain of trauma. We all experience trauma, even if mild, but the big ones... They stick with us and affect daily life. There is a lot going on in this book but I loved every minute of it. 🥰
TP
5/5
Wonderful Romantic Chemistry
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2022 Great book for those wanting a fast-paced love story with lots of revelations. The story involves feelings of intense chemistry and an emotional rollercoaster between two young lovers. The characters are compelling, pulling you into their page-turning story. I highly recommend.
maliaca
5/5
Get this book! Hotness !!!!! 🥵
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2021 Verified Purchase After page 2, I read the entire book in one night. I could NOT put this book down, it was that good. Loaded with nonstop, Suspenseful and twisted events that kept me wanting more. It was an exhilarating journey of romance, sex, lust and heartache. It was everything a romance novel should be and this author has something very special. Whew....What a great read.
-J
5/5
Captivating read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2021 Verified Purchase This is a captivating read that kept me interested throughout the entire story! The author did an excellent job portraying her characters. The reader gets a real feel for each character and their role in the story. I loved the ending of this book and how the whole story comes together! This author has a true gift for writing and I am excited to read other books in the future ❤️
suzy moniz
5/5
A Fantastic Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2021 Verified Purchase After mysteriously disappearing for 7 years, Lexi finds herself torn between two men in her life wondering if its possible to love them both. This book is full of emotions leaving you wanting more and wondering where her painful dreams will take her next. After everything Lexi has been through she finds the strength to be able to find love and comfort in the arms of another man. Thank you Lisa. Your book is fantastic. I'm looking forward to your next one!!
omar j.
5/5
I cannot put this book down!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2022 Verified Purchase I have minimal time to spend reading so I haven't been able to finish this book yet however I wanted to come on here and express how much I love it. Once I do find the time to read, it is really hard to put this book down! I am looking forward to finishing up soon and reading more from this author! I cannot wait to get my hands on her new Layla books.
Jessica Alviano
5/5
Keep you coming back for more
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2021 Verified Purchase I have not read a book since my teens, I just happened to come across this new title and author , purchased the ebook and I have not stopped reading since, this book will keep you on your toes and keep you coming back for more..... I can now say I’m back too reading again ! Can not wait for more , from L.Aquila ! Great job 👏
SandyB
5/5
Captivating!
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2021 Verified Purchase I found this book to be a fascinating read - could not put it down! The characters were well written and I love how the author jumped to their different perspectives throughout the story. I found myself constantly changing who I wanted Lexi to end up with! The book was a page turner, filled with romance, love and mystery. Congratulations to the author - wonderful debut book!
epic
5/5
Awesome!
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2021 Verified Purchase Such a great book! 1st book by this author, and she did an amazing job! Enjoyed the read! Can’t wait til the next one!
Nicole
5/5
Couldn't put it down!
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2021 Verified Purchase Couldn't put it down!
Alexandria
5/5
Fantastic Read
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2022 I loved this book 👏👏👏👏 I fell in love with all of the characters and it was suspenseful. I couldn’t put the book down. I definitely recommend this to anyone who love romance/ suspense. She did an amazing job 💗
LaQuoia Malone
5/5
Truly great book!
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021 Fast paced romance that kept me wanting more! Love the relationship between both men and can’t wait to read more! It’s not my usual romance book that I read so I am quite impressed how easily it kept my attention! Highly recommend!!!
Tracy S. (@bookrecs4)
5/5
Great book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021 I loved this book! A day read for me since I was so into the story. Romance, action, mystery all rolled into one!
Amazon Customer
5/5
Amazing book that you can’t stop reading!
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2021 Fleeting time is such a great book from start to finish! I could not put this book down and read it in one day! The author is amazing and I look forward to reading her next book. Great job!
Peg M.
5/5
Great Read!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021 Loved this book!!!! Can’t wait for L’Aquila’s next one to come out! Congratulations 🍾🥂
Lynn W.
5/5
Intriguing
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2021 Awesome - I was so intrigued- couldn’t put it down. Congratulations L. Aquila ❤️
Meagan McDonald
5/5
Amazing!
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2021 I loved this book so much!
Derek L
5/5
Hard Hitting Dark Romance
Reviewed in Canada on May 9, 2022 Verified Purchase L. Aquila absolutely nails it as she meshes together a suspenseful thriller with a steamy romance in the first book of the Layla Duet. The story is written in the first person, using a tone that develops as the character ages and matures. This style really helps the reader get close to the protagonist, Layla, as her character progresses. Use of the present tense adds a lot of tension to the story, and the pacing is absolutely on point. The book shifts easily between the desperation of the main plot and the erotic romance goes with it. Whether you are an avid reader of romance or new to the genre, the lies layla was told will not disappoint. This should be on your list for 2022
LJL
5/5
What a great debut book!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2021 Verified Purchase What a great debut book! The story kept me guessing all the way through, it's a real page turner. Lexi is happily married with a wonderful husband and two children, they go for a family day out at a carnival and Lexi disappears, she then returns 7 years later with no recollection as to what happened to her. The book is about Lexi trying to work out what happened to her from the point she went missing. She tries to get on with her life and starts a job at a jazz bar where she meets her sexy boss Dan but this only complicates things, she still has her husband Jake who still loves her, who will she choose? There is also a mysterious man from her past who wants her too. I would recommend this book, plenty of drama, well worth a read. Congratulations L Aquila you have written a great debut book : )
Robert Gibson
5/5
Held my Interest from opening page to closing.
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2021 Verified Purchase I started reading this book at home on Sunday morning. packed it in my pool bag, where after my exercising in the pool, I relaxed and pulled out this book and began reading again. Did not want to stop, but knew My Husband would want his dinner!!!! Waiting with baited breathe for the next. Your characters jumped right out at me and I could actually picture them i my mind. This Author did an amazing job on her first published book and I personally will be searching for her next. Congratulations and the best of luck in this journey you have begun. Have friends lining up tp read this, but did pass it on to My best Friend. Even My Husband is ready - he has never seen me so enthused about a book before and I am an avid reader. Waiting with baited breathe for the next.
Shannon Crone
5/5
Live this book!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2021 Verified Purchase Can’t put it down! A sexy, fun book with vivid characters you’ll love or love to hate! Perfect beach read!!!
Roxann Woods
5/5
Awesome book!
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021 Verified Purchase This book was so good!! I could not put it down. I read it in one day and I did not want it to end. Such a great read. Nice job L Aquila! Looking forward to reading another book of yours
Alannah
5/5
Nice read 🙂
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2021 This book was fantastic! I loved Lexie and Dan’s relationship. One thing I wished was added though, was more insight on Lexie and her kid’s relationship. Yes other than that, it was awesome!
Amazon Customer
5/5
You will not want to stop reading!
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2021 This book should be on everyone's must read list! I started the book and could not put it down. I loved the fast paced storyline which kept me turning the pages. I could relate so much to the characters; it was almost as if I knew them. The author did a fantastic job of portraying the character's personalities. It was a quick read - perfect for a day at the beach. I can't wait to read another book by this author.
Kaitlyn Hammond
5/5
Captivating Read!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2021 Verified Purchase 'Fleeting Time' drew me right in from the start! I was on my toes the whole time and didn't want to put this book down! It was sexy, suspenseful and romantic. I'm looking forward to reading more books by L. Aquila!
alycia
5/5
Great mystery and love story combined!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2021 Verified Purchase I found this book to be a fascinating read - could not put it down! The characters were well written and I love how the author jumped to their different perspectives throughout the story. I found myself constantly changing who I wanted Lexi to end up with! The book was a page turner, filled with romance, love and mystery. Congratulations to the author - wonderful debut book!
joyce atwell
5/5
excellent read !
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2021 I loved it! It was so easy to read which drew me right into it. Its romantic and sexy and I love the characters. I had been wanting to get back into some romance reading I had been away from it for so long. Being so tired of reading all this crazy, tiring stuff I felt like it might be a nice change to just get lost in a book and this is exactly what happened. Its beautifully written and has so many twist and turns which I happen to love. I am so proud of this new writer and I am looking forward to her next book which i hear is underway.
George Lutz
5/5
Wonderfully written book, filled with intrigue, romance and love. Couldn't put it down.
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2021 I bought and read this book, by L.Aquila because i was told by friends, and family members what a good read it was, and that I wouldn't regret buying and reading it for myself. Well, i'm here to say they were absolutely right and i'm so glad i did. Never for a second while reading this book, did i feel that this was the author's first hand at writing. The story was filled with, suspense, intrigue, romance and love, which was so eloquently portrayed by L.Aquila, that i found i couldn't stop reading it. Not only do i highly recommend this book, but i so look forward to any more books that hopefully L.Aquila writes.
K Finley
5/5
On the edge of your seat read
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2022 Verified Purchase This was a fun read, full of the twists, turns and steam I love. Your heart will pound for Layla and Cade. Their attraction is instant and fuels pages to turn as you are pulled into this intense ride. I enjoyed the growth, the journey as we see our heroine face down her darkest threats (no spoilers). I loved this shared as a duet so you can leap from one cliffhanger into the next wild ride. Grab your copy and hang on! Helpful Report abuse
Read-Love-Review Blog
5/5
Tragic Read
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2021 Verified Purchase I'm asked to review this book. It isn't my typical read; however, the blurb was interesting enough to encourage me to read the book. Lexi is a bit of a wreck, struggling with her own issues right out the gate. She seems to have a perfect life, a happy family and kids she cherishes, plus a husband she is crazy about. So this book gets intriguing very fast and includes a quick time jump 7 years in the future without much information for the reader. It seems to be from Lexi's point of view. This book starts out happy and then goes straight to heartbreaking. As she picks up the pieces of her life and her memories. This book is all about Lexi. Her past comes into play with her future and, of course, her missing memories. This book captivated me at the end edge of my seat for the entire story. I couldn't believe all the twists and turns, as well as the current events that came about it, were almost surreal. This author did a great job creating a fictional story that was so emotional. It was tragic and beautiful at the same time. Even with all the memory jumps and emotional chaos, the story is so interesting that I couldn't put it down. I honestly felt terrible for Lexi in this story. This story probably should include a trigger warning as some readers may struggle to read this. Although the author didn't go into detail on sensitive subjects, enough of it is implied. This was an emotional read with lots of ups and downs as she remembers the missing years in her life. But, of course, that would not be enough, so the author added current events that were just as tragic as the past. I have to say I spent the whole book rooting for Lexi to go back with her previous husband before the awful events. The love triangle was well done and explained. But I still wanted Lexis life to pick up where she left off. When you read this, Beware you may find yourself crying through some scenes, slightly confused and definitely disturbed. But overall, it was a fantastic twisted read.
George Lutz
5/5
A truly suspenseful, entertaining page turner with intrigue and passionate love as a bonus!
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2022 After reading Fleeting Time by the author LAQUILA and thoroughly enjoying every page I read, I was pleasantly surprised and pleased, to see she was continuing her writing career by writing a duet which consists of 2 books about the same character named Layla. A beautiful, strong willed, troubled, brave and caring young woman,whose life started out terrible for her at a very young age, and then continued to spiral out of control, into her adult life as well, making it more and more difficult for her to keep her sanity and maintain a normal life. The books are called respectively The lies Layla was told, which is the first in the duet, and introduces the main character Layla to you. And the second in the duet is called Fading into the Dark which I am eager and excited to start. Would I recommend these books? Definitely without hesitation. Buy your duet books today, and drift into Layla’s world of suspense, intrigue, thrills, and passionate love.
MJRM
5/5