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Liliana #1
Liliana
Book 1 of the Liliana series Boom! That deafening sound changed Liliana's life forever. Her mother sits dead besides her, shot to death on the streets of Chicago. Within weeks, Liliana is sent to live with a father she doesn't know in Colombia - a foreign land filled with challenges for Liliana. While working to pay off her father's debt, she meets the love of her life, who frees her from her father's illusory home, only to bring her into a new world of twisted surprises, dangers, and deceit.
- GenresYoung Adult
180 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2014
About the author
Neva Squires-Rodriguez
27 books65 followersNeva Squires-Rodriguez was born and raised in a neighborhood located on the North Side of Chicago. Mother, Wife, Expert at multitasking, when she’s not writing newspaper columns or finishing up her latest novel, she is dispatching calls for her city’s 911 center. Perhaps this is what helps Neva create electrifying stories with a twist.
Neva Squires-Rodriguez earned her Bachelor’s Degree from American Military University (APUS/AMU) and her Master’s Degree from National University, a feat which she worked very hard to obtain and says she will work even harder to pay off.
She claims to be a typical American, full of dreams that will hopefully get her to a more comfortable lifestyle one day. She says, "God has a plan and I will follow wherever it is that He takes me."
www.nevasquiresrodriguez.com
Neva Squires-Rodriguez earned her Bachelor’s Degree from American Military University (APUS/AMU) and her Master’s Degree from National University, a feat which she worked very hard to obtain and says she will work even harder to pay off.
She claims to be a typical American, full of dreams that will hopefully get her to a more comfortable lifestyle one day. She says, "God has a plan and I will follow wherever it is that He takes me."
www.nevasquiresrodriguez.com
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September 30, 2014
I'm still not sure what genre it fits, but the book is outstanding. The author's voice is perfect for this story. And I could not put the book down. I read it on one sitting.
Liliana is just a 13 year old typical teen when her American mother is murdered in front of her. With no other relatives--save for one aunt who has 6 children of her own and lives in poverty, she is forced to go to Columbia and live with a father she hasn't seen since she was 3 years old.
The character building and world building are excellent. My heart broke for Liliana when her life came crashing down around her. I rooted for her. I was happy for her when she finally found a friend in her new employer. I despised her father. The cast of supporting characters all elicited emotional responses from me.
It's first in a series and I look forward to reading more.
Liliana is just a 13 year old typical teen when her American mother is murdered in front of her. With no other relatives--save for one aunt who has 6 children of her own and lives in poverty, she is forced to go to Columbia and live with a father she hasn't seen since she was 3 years old.
The character building and world building are excellent. My heart broke for Liliana when her life came crashing down around her. I rooted for her. I was happy for her when she finally found a friend in her new employer. I despised her father. The cast of supporting characters all elicited emotional responses from me.
It's first in a series and I look forward to reading more.
June 3, 2019
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When Liliana's Mum is shot dead on the streets of Chicago, she finds herself being sent to her father in a different country, where she is forced to work as a servant. If she does a task wrong or fails to get back on time, she is punished. When she meets a guy, she finds herself having feelings for him. Truth is, Liliana doesn't know just how manipulative and shady he can be. This was a fast-paced read, very dialogue driven. I really wanted to get to know the characters more, since there was a little character connection for me. The ending did feel rushed and there are T/Ws for assault, violence so do bare that in mind before picking up this story. Sadly, the series wasn't for me and I won't be continuing on!
When Liliana's Mum is shot dead on the streets of Chicago, she finds herself being sent to her father in a different country, where she is forced to work as a servant. If she does a task wrong or fails to get back on time, she is punished. When she meets a guy, she finds herself having feelings for him. Truth is, Liliana doesn't know just how manipulative and shady he can be. This was a fast-paced read, very dialogue driven. I really wanted to get to know the characters more, since there was a little character connection for me. The ending did feel rushed and there are T/Ws for assault, violence so do bare that in mind before picking up this story. Sadly, the series wasn't for me and I won't be continuing on!
August 29, 2014
I double dog dare you not to be to hooked within the first chapter of this book!!! Liliana is a true page nail biting page turner!
September 20, 2014
Oh my goodness, I cried through chapter four, I'm so embarrassed. This story played with my emotions, I have never been so emotionally drawn in by a book. It's crazy, I can't wait for the next in the series.
October 15, 2014
Great. When will the next one be published?
January 19, 2015
Flat characters throughout, including the main character. Has potential but it's undeveloped in characterization, for sure.
November 9, 2023
The story was good but the writing was fairly juvenile. It was a fast read which leaves you hanging a bit at the end. I won’t continue reading this series…. Too much sex, violence and unknowns leaving the book in a bit of a cliffhanger.
January 14, 2020
3.5 stars
November 1, 2014
i didnt understand it. i didnt feel the heart wrenching cry, buy the end of the book it seemed like he was using her.....i dunno maybe im lost here somewhere
November 19, 2014
Extremely well-written and engaging. I loved this story and can't wait to read more from this author!
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