Book Blitz: After the End - Natasha Preston

Title: AFTER THE END
Author: Natasha Preston
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: September 25, 2018



One fatal mistake changes Tilly and Linc’s lives forever.

After the tragedy, Linc and his family fled a town they were no longer welcome in.

Still grieving the death of her brother, Tilly’s world is rocked again when, three years later, Lincoln Reid has to come home.

Linc tries to stay away from Tilly, but once he sees her fighting feelings for him, he can’t stay in the shadows.

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About the Author

UK native Natasha Preston grew up in small villages and towns. She discovered her love of writing when she stumbled across an amateur writing site and uploaded her first story and hasn’t looked back since.

She enjoys writing contemporary romance, gritty Young Adult thrillers and, of course, the occasional serial killer.

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This isn’t my first Natasha Preston book and I like most, if not all, of her writings.

This book has so much potential on it, breaking and ripping my heart out at just 15% in of the book. I was very much interested and can’t wait to see how the story unfolds and what the twists and turn will be. And knowing Natasha’s writing, I hoped that she would be able to maintain the height of my anticipation. Unfortunately, though, the story is as good as it gets. I don’t know if it was just me but the story seemed to be lacking depth. I was hoping for more twist and conflict. Maybe I was never in that kind of position, or maybe I haven’t really connected with the characters as it is, so I wasn’t able to actually feel or understand what really happened there.

The characters are okay. I suppose that's how someone would react or behave given the situation they are in. But in general, I liked that they somehow give a little consideration about family values and not just disregarding them altogether which seems to be where other Natasha book inclines. Linc was a typical book boyfriend. I couldn't say he made it on my list, but he's sweet and adorable enough to still be labeled as book boyfriend, just not mine. Tilly, on the other hand, have a a very loyal love for her brother and family and I really admired her for that. I think I would have done the same thing she did given the circumstances she was in.

Overall, I'd still give this a passing 3 out of 5 stars. I think this is the lowest I've rated Natasha. The story itself didn't really level my expectations, but it is good enough to finish.

Book Blitz: Dirty Headlines - LJ Shen

Title Dirty Headlines
Author LJ Shen
Genre Contemporary Romance
Publish date September 07, 2018



Célian Laurent.
Manhattan royalty.
Notorious playboy.
Heir to a media empire.
…And my new boss.

I could have impressed him, if not for last month’s unforgettable one-night stand.
I left it with more than orgasms and a pleasant memory—namely, his wallet.
Now he’s staring me down like I’m the dirt under his Italian loafers, and I’m supposed to take it.
But the thing about being Judith “Jude” Humphry is I have nothing to lose.
Brooklyn girl.
Infamously quirky.
Heir to a stack of medical bills and a tattered couch.
When he looks at me from across the room, I see the glint in his eyes, and that makes us rivals.
He knows it.
So do I.
Every day in the newsroom is a battle.
Every night in his bed, war.
But it’s my heart at stake, and I fear I’ll be raising the white flag.




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LJ Shen did it again. Smooth and discreet. You wouldn't know what hits you until you're there crumbling.

Although it may be a typical Alpha male story, its twists and flow of events makes it unique in its own way. The twist may not be so shocking, but a still a twist that you wouldn't expect. I liked how things are not really touch and go. It has its ups and downs and shows that not everything are resolved with just flowers and chocolates overnight. It grips to my heart and tugs my tear ducts. I also loved that it something didn't I expected didn't really happen. It would've gutted me more. (I'm referring to Rob but would not want to spoil anything)

Jude (or JoJo) and her Chucks has a way in making you fall in love with her. She has a big fight in her. And despite her situation she didn't become bitter the way other would've been. I like her positive disposition and the way she takes all that life throws at her. It's also a plus point that she loves her Dad so dearly. Célian on the other hand, sets the bar so high. He's ambitious and driven. When he focuses on what he wants, he goes and gets it. I love how he cherishes her sister and the people who treated him as family. Although he may be perceived as a heartless douche, his passion and compassion for people who have been there for him is evident. He also knows how to take care of his people and despite the hard demeanor and bossiness, his staff still loves him.

I'd give this a five out of five stars because it touched my heart the way I wanted to feel.