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Exit Through The Jungle
(Escape in Paradise #1)
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Jolie Boulard is one of Instagram’s top influencers and appears to have it all, but she’s broke and desperate in real life. She decides a trip to Costa Rica is just what she needs to revamp her brand, but her plans veer off course when a selfie goes wrong.
Kai Greene isn’t looking for trouble, but trouble keeps finding him. He didn’t mean to kidnap the girl. It was an accid ...more
Kai Greene isn’t looking for trouble, but trouble keeps finding him. He didn’t mean to kidnap the girl. It was an accid ...more
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This was a quick, light and summer-orientated read with a rom-com feel. It took a rich, entitled instagrammer/influencer Jolie, on a journey to Costa Rica and eventually humanised her into a more grounded person. She was a bit vapid but still entertaining.
Then came an accidental kidnapping (yes, I did say that) which was rather funny and Kai found himself landed with Jolie running through the jungle to escape some drug dealers. These two had fun chemistry and the story was engaging.
This wasn't ...more
Then came an accidental kidnapping (yes, I did say that) which was rather funny and Kai found himself landed with Jolie running through the jungle to escape some drug dealers. These two had fun chemistry and the story was engaging.
This wasn't ...more
I loved Exit Through the Jungle by Alicia Crofton. Set in beautiful Costa Rica, it’s one part adventure, one part love story with a dash of finding yourself that makes the perfect beach read. This book was fast paced and an easy read. Jolie is stubborn, creative and intensely likable, she makes a deal with her father that she can make her business work or she’ll return home to work an office job for him. Kia is worried, kind and carries all his family's burdens on his toned biceps. He’s trying t
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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this arc in exchange for an honest review.
Exit Through The Jungle is a lighthearted contemporary romance that kept me easily entertained without trying to dazzle me with its outrageous plot. The absurdity of which, is not lost on me. Nevertheless I think this book was really enjoyable. It reminded me of a romantic comedy with all the crazy twists and turns that thrust the two characters into unlikely situation after unlikely situati ...more
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this arc in exchange for an honest review.
Exit Through The Jungle is a lighthearted contemporary romance that kept me easily entertained without trying to dazzle me with its outrageous plot. The absurdity of which, is not lost on me. Nevertheless I think this book was really enjoyable. It reminded me of a romantic comedy with all the crazy twists and turns that thrust the two characters into unlikely situation after unlikely situati ...more
ARC review: Although this book has already been published, I have originally received this as an ARC. I usually am reading dark/thriller books so this cute romance book was a nice change.
Jodie, the protagonist, has a relatable job in this current world as an influencer/blogger. However, a lot of the things that happened in the book was too unreal/cheesy for me. (ex: getting lost in the jungle with a hot male with a chiseled body, encountering a jaguar, and overall getting away with lots of thin ...more
Jodie, the protagonist, has a relatable job in this current world as an influencer/blogger. However, a lot of the things that happened in the book was too unreal/cheesy for me. (ex: getting lost in the jungle with a hot male with a chiseled body, encountering a jaguar, and overall getting away with lots of thin ...more
This is a short story and it was an easy read. Jolie and Kai relationship kinda flat. I don't feel the romance here or the connection. I don't feel any spark or even excitement reading this book. I just wanted to finish this book and done with it.
I don't like Jolie duh I mean when they get lost in the jungle she was mad when Kai don't want to have sex with her like wtf girl?? Why do you have to act like that? Goshhh
Thank you Netgalley, publisher and author for this ARC! ...more
I don't like Jolie duh I mean when they get lost in the jungle she was mad when Kai don't want to have sex with her like wtf girl?? Why do you have to act like that? Goshhh
Thank you Netgalley, publisher and author for this ARC! ...more
Exit through the Jungle is a fun adventure romance set against the lush jungles and landscapes of Costa Rica.
The thing I enjoy most about Ms. Crofton is her writing style. She does an excellent job of transporting us there with her lush descriptions and making us feel like we’re in the story. I felt like I was there watching Jolie and Kai encounter all their obstacles once they go into the jungle.
The story had a nice pace and I was compelled to keep reading to find out what happened to Jolie a ...more
The thing I enjoy most about Ms. Crofton is her writing style. She does an excellent job of transporting us there with her lush descriptions and making us feel like we’re in the story. I felt like I was there watching Jolie and Kai encounter all their obstacles once they go into the jungle.
The story had a nice pace and I was compelled to keep reading to find out what happened to Jolie a ...more
Thanks to NetGalley and Three Dimples Publishing for a free e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Release date: 29 August 2020.
This is a really hard book for me to rate, because I thoroughly enjoyed it and the entertainment value is at least four stars.
That being said, I feel there are a few problematic aspects. First off, I get that Kai is supposed to be this tortured hero who will do anything to save his family, but a lot of his actions are really, really wrong, no m ...more
This is a really hard book for me to rate, because I thoroughly enjoyed it and the entertainment value is at least four stars.
That being said, I feel there are a few problematic aspects. First off, I get that Kai is supposed to be this tortured hero who will do anything to save his family, but a lot of his actions are really, really wrong, no m ...more
This book had action, adventure, romance and a whole lot of other great things. But I feel like it was all packed into a book that couldn't handle it properly. Everything happens so fast and by the time you’ve adjusted to one thing, you’re encountering another thing. And while this usually keeps me on my toes, I struggled a little to enjoy the pace of this book.
I also didn’t connect very much with either of the characters. Sure, they’re a little beyond reach, but sometimes even with those kinds ...more
I also didn’t connect very much with either of the characters. Sure, they’re a little beyond reach, but sometimes even with those kinds ...more
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this arc in exchange for an honest review.
This was a bizarre one. This would make an excellent romantic comedy, something similar to The Hangover with a lot of unbelievable drama and twists and over the top shenanigans.
The beginning few chapters jump between Kai and Jolie’s perspective. She, a struggling blogger who is trying to make her blog cool again to avoid succumbing to her father’s controlling ways; and He, a brother and son trying t ...more
This was a bizarre one. This would make an excellent romantic comedy, something similar to The Hangover with a lot of unbelievable drama and twists and over the top shenanigans.
The beginning few chapters jump between Kai and Jolie’s perspective. She, a struggling blogger who is trying to make her blog cool again to avoid succumbing to her father’s controlling ways; and He, a brother and son trying t ...more
ARC received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I really liked the premise of this book, the forced proximity trope is one I tend to love and the addition of the rainforest setting made this even more appealing. The writing style was also pretty decent and flowed well.
However, I felt like the pacing of this book wasn't quite right. The first 30% was mainly scene setting and getting to know the characters which was fine, however it did take a bit to get into. Then the majority of t ...more
I really liked the premise of this book, the forced proximity trope is one I tend to love and the addition of the rainforest setting made this even more appealing. The writing style was also pretty decent and flowed well.
However, I felt like the pacing of this book wasn't quite right. The first 30% was mainly scene setting and getting to know the characters which was fine, however it did take a bit to get into. Then the majority of t ...more
*I received an ARC of this book from the author. I'm not normally a romance reader unless it combines with a mystery of suspense book, but I may change my reading likes after reading this book. Jolie's adventures in Costa Rica really appealed to me and when she meets Kai in a very unusual situation, it was even better. This book touches on kidnapping, drug dealing, animal rescue, and the problems with being a free-spirited person. The themes all blend together to make a very good read. I will de
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Thank you NetGalley, Three Dimples Publishing and Alicia Crofton for gifting me ana advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review!
Jolie worked hard for her success as an Instagram influencer. She decides on a relaxing trip to Costa Rica for a much needed recharge. She never expected to be accidentally kidnapped and lost in the jungle with a hot local, Kai. There’s also drug dealers and cute animals.
This is a romantic comedy not meant to be taken too seriously. The fun, over the t ...more
Jolie worked hard for her success as an Instagram influencer. She decides on a relaxing trip to Costa Rica for a much needed recharge. She never expected to be accidentally kidnapped and lost in the jungle with a hot local, Kai. There’s also drug dealers and cute animals.
This is a romantic comedy not meant to be taken too seriously. The fun, over the t ...more
What a fun read!
This book is not meant to be taken seriously. It's silly and fun, and it reminds me of the action and adventure movies from the 80s and 90s (like Princess Bride or Romancing the Stone).
I love how the main character finds her path toward helping the animals, and the author's tribute to the animal rescue center that inspired her story was such a nice surprise to find in the acknowledgments.
Kai is such a sweetie! When he asks Jolie if she needs a hug, I fell in love! The poor guy k ...more
This book is not meant to be taken seriously. It's silly and fun, and it reminds me of the action and adventure movies from the 80s and 90s (like Princess Bride or Romancing the Stone).
I love how the main character finds her path toward helping the animals, and the author's tribute to the animal rescue center that inspired her story was such a nice surprise to find in the acknowledgments.
Kai is such a sweetie! When he asks Jolie if she needs a hug, I fell in love! The poor guy k ...more
Do you want to escape your pandemic quarantine and get kidnapped by accident in lush, vibrant Costa Rica? Cool me too. Read this!
Jolie Boulard, insta famous yogi/entrepreneur of San Francisco, travels to Costa Rica to reinvigorate her brand. She does just that, but she also finds herself on a madcap adventure with some romance.
Jolie and Kai meet in a VERY unconventional way and their romance is anything but simple, but they end up living that Pura Vida.
If you’re an animal lover, who craves adv ...more
Jolie Boulard, insta famous yogi/entrepreneur of San Francisco, travels to Costa Rica to reinvigorate her brand. She does just that, but she also finds herself on a madcap adventure with some romance.
Jolie and Kai meet in a VERY unconventional way and their romance is anything but simple, but they end up living that Pura Vida.
If you’re an animal lover, who craves adv ...more
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Social Media Influencer Jolie Boulard is living the good life - in front of the camera. In actuality her personal brand is struggling, sponsors are dropping her without warning and she's completely broke. In a desperate attempt to rebrand she decides to become vegan and books herself a retreat in Costa Rica. Things are going well until on a shopping trip she accidentally witnesses a crime and is thrown into a van. Kidnapped and taped to a chair sh ...more
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Social Media Influencer Jolie Boulard is living the good life - in front of the camera. In actuality her personal brand is struggling, sponsors are dropping her without warning and she's completely broke. In a desperate attempt to rebrand she decides to become vegan and books herself a retreat in Costa Rica. Things are going well until on a shopping trip she accidentally witnesses a crime and is thrown into a van. Kidnapped and taped to a chair sh ...more
Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for an ARC of this book!
I was interested in this book because the description vaguely reminded me of Romancing the Stone (which I love dearly). Also the adventure-romance genre is not nearly as prolific as I'd like it to be.
At first I really didn't like the main character (Jolie). She's everything you expect based on the description of the book; vapid, self-obsessed, spoiled, generally annoying (like deciding to go vegan in an attempt to gain social media fol ...more
I was interested in this book because the description vaguely reminded me of Romancing the Stone (which I love dearly). Also the adventure-romance genre is not nearly as prolific as I'd like it to be.
At first I really didn't like the main character (Jolie). She's everything you expect based on the description of the book; vapid, self-obsessed, spoiled, generally annoying (like deciding to go vegan in an attempt to gain social media fol ...more
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for giving me this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This is my first introduction to the author so I got into this book with little or no expectations except the fact that it was classified as "Romance and Humor" and I wanted to read something light and fun.
'Exit Through The Jungle' is a story set mainly in the Central American country of Costa Rica and it follows Jolie, an American Instagram influencer who travels there in a bid to get her online busine ...more
This is my first introduction to the author so I got into this book with little or no expectations except the fact that it was classified as "Romance and Humor" and I wanted to read something light and fun.
'Exit Through The Jungle' is a story set mainly in the Central American country of Costa Rica and it follows Jolie, an American Instagram influencer who travels there in a bid to get her online busine ...more
A few weeks ago, Alicia Crofton sent me an ARC for her book, Exit Through the Jungle in exchange for an honest review, and I was more than happy to read it.
Exit Through the jungle is light summer read. Set in Costa Rica, this book is the perfect one to cuddle up on a couch and get lost in a beautiful paradise full of humour and romance.
Jolie Boulard is an Instagram model and yogi but mysteriously the brands have stopped contacting her and she’s going broke. I liked and related to the character ...more
Exit Through the jungle is light summer read. Set in Costa Rica, this book is the perfect one to cuddle up on a couch and get lost in a beautiful paradise full of humour and romance.
Jolie Boulard is an Instagram model and yogi but mysteriously the brands have stopped contacting her and she’s going broke. I liked and related to the character ...more
Exit Through the Jungle follows a social media influencer, Jolie, who takes a trip to Costa Rica in order to find a way to better her account/brand. She's broke and needs a way to attract companies ASAP. (view spoiler)
The story was sweet, light-hearted, and pretty cute overall. I liked how Alicia Crofton wrote the main characters (Jolie and Kai) with specific backstories. Jolie had ...more
The story was sweet, light-hearted, and pretty cute overall. I liked how Alicia Crofton wrote the main characters (Jolie and Kai) with specific backstories. Jolie had ...more
I was kindly gifted an advance readers copy from Three Dimples Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I’m a day late in finishing this one so the book did actually release yesterday.
First of all I have to say I love the cover! I love the simplicity and bold colours, I have read this may be a series so I hope they all follow the same design.
When I first heard about this one I was reminded of On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves, a couple stranded in an inhabitable environment ...more
First of all I have to say I love the cover! I love the simplicity and bold colours, I have read this may be a series so I hope they all follow the same design.
When I first heard about this one I was reminded of On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves, a couple stranded in an inhabitable environment ...more
Exit Through the Jungle is an exotic and fast-paced adventure romance that follows the life of a spunky and determined influencer, Jolie, who embarks on a journey to save her diminishing social media career. Jolie comes from a life of privilege and wealth, and she is willing to give up everything to achieve her dreams as a top influencer, including her relationship with her controlling father and her inheritance.
As a last ditch effort to save her career, she takes an excursion to Costa Rica in ...more
As a last ditch effort to save her career, she takes an excursion to Costa Rica in ...more
I received this ARC from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
As mentioned in other reviews, the premise of this book is excellent however, the key relationship in this story develops in only about a third of the novel. While I did like learning more about each character, I found them to be more on a journey of independent growth rather than a journey together. This is likely due to the characters only interacting with each other for about a third, possibly a bit more, or the story. Sadly ...more
As mentioned in other reviews, the premise of this book is excellent however, the key relationship in this story develops in only about a third of the novel. While I did like learning more about each character, I found them to be more on a journey of independent growth rather than a journey together. This is likely due to the characters only interacting with each other for about a third, possibly a bit more, or the story. Sadly ...more
Thank you Netgalley & Alicia Crofton for gifting me a free eARC of this book to read. These opinions are my own.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 Stars
This book right here is the perfect beach read to close out your summer! Two people thrust into the most unbelievable situation, sizzling romantic tension running below the surface, escaping from danger, and a touch of finding oneself, all thrown into one easy to read story. While this book does put the characters into sexual situations, it’s nothi ...more
🔥 🔥 2/5 Steam Rating
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5 Stars
This book right here is the perfect beach read to close out your summer! Two people thrust into the most unbelievable situation, sizzling romantic tension running below the surface, escaping from danger, and a touch of finding oneself, all thrown into one easy to read story. While this book does put the characters into sexual situations, it’s nothi ...more
Exit Through The Jungle By Alicia Crofton
Rating: 3.5 / 5 Stars
Publication Date: 8/29/2020
** Thank you to Netgalley, Three Dimples Publishing, and of course, Alicia Crofton, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I LOVE these types of rom-com reads for the summer so this book came at a perfect time for me. I finished it in one sitting! Who doesn’t love Costa Rica for a setting? I finished this book in one day! :)
Exit is part love story, but more adventure - which I loved. It provided the ma ...more
Rating: 3.5 / 5 Stars
Publication Date: 8/29/2020
** Thank you to Netgalley, Three Dimples Publishing, and of course, Alicia Crofton, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I LOVE these types of rom-com reads for the summer so this book came at a perfect time for me. I finished it in one sitting! Who doesn’t love Costa Rica for a setting? I finished this book in one day! :)
Exit is part love story, but more adventure - which I loved. It provided the ma ...more
Jolie is a broke, out-of-control, nearly has-been it-girl. She has six months to get herself together, or will have to work for her father in order to claim the rest of her inheritance. Her new deal is a vegan trip to Costa Rica to reinvent her "brand". Kai's life is a mess - his father died; his older brother has a van full of cocaine that belongs to someone else; Marco is blackmailing them with a video so he can have their business property. Along the way, the brothers commit a crime or two, "
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The premise of Exit Through the Jungle is a typical rom-com: people meet in unusual circumstances and fall in love. It should work but there are too many problematic moments in the book for the reader to really get into it.
Jolie is an Instagram influencer, forever on the hunt for the perfect shot. But her brand is waning and she needs a shot of cash to make it work. This means going to her dad to ask for a loan. He’s skeptical but agrees with the stipulation that she’s written out of his will i ...more
Jolie is an Instagram influencer, forever on the hunt for the perfect shot. But her brand is waning and she needs a shot of cash to make it work. This means going to her dad to ask for a loan. He’s skeptical but agrees with the stipulation that she’s written out of his will i ...more
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Jolie Boulard is one of Instagram’s top influencers and appears to have it all, but she’s broke and desperate in real life. She decides a trip to Costa Rica is just what she needs to rebrand her brand, but her plans goes absolutely wrong when she witnesses someone robbing her father's jewelry store.
This was fun quick read that remind me of romancing the stone in more modern day..
I can't say that i liked the main character especially in the beginning, she was absolutely annoying but when she is ...more
This was fun quick read that remind me of romancing the stone in more modern day..
I can't say that i liked the main character especially in the beginning, she was absolutely annoying but when she is ...more
I absolutely adored this book! I requested this book solely because it had a super cute cover, it was my lucky day that I actually loved the book. Jolie is a 32-year-old social media blogger, living in San Francisco, trying to keep up with the trends. She can’t say “no” to animals and is always rescuing some sort of lost or homeless pet. Jolie wakes up one day and realizes the last of her money is gone and that she has overdrawn her bank account. Not knowing what she is going to do she panics. H
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This book is a great summer read! An unlikely romance emerges with a twist of adventure and unexpected circumstances that kept me guessing, what’s next! I loved the mystery and suspense that was interwoven into this romance novel.
I also enjoyed the author’s writing style and creative story line. The back stories, the kidnapping, the mishaps and the family dynamics kept me wondering how the relationship between Kai and Jolie would ever transpire into a romance. But, the author pulled it all toget ...more
I also enjoyed the author’s writing style and creative story line. The back stories, the kidnapping, the mishaps and the family dynamics kept me wondering how the relationship between Kai and Jolie would ever transpire into a romance. But, the author pulled it all toget ...more
I received an ARC for my honest review-
I’m pretty familiar with this author because I’ve read her other two books “Coffee, My Love” and “To my Muse, with Love.” This author really knows how to write a romance novel that isn’t too predictable and always has a satisfying ending. Like her other books, this book was such a fun and entertaining experience! It was very easy for me to lose myself in the storyline. I definitely crushed this book pretty quickly because I always wanted to get back to see ...more
I’m pretty familiar with this author because I’ve read her other two books “Coffee, My Love” and “To my Muse, with Love.” This author really knows how to write a romance novel that isn’t too predictable and always has a satisfying ending. Like her other books, this book was such a fun and entertaining experience! It was very easy for me to lose myself in the storyline. I definitely crushed this book pretty quickly because I always wanted to get back to see ...more
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