Just when you think you have Collen Hoover figured out she gives us Layla. I love all of her books but this one really took me by surprise. With amazing characters and a gripping story, what more could you ask for? I definitely stayed up past my bedtime to finish this book. After this one, I can't wait to get my hands on her next novel.

When I first started this book, I was a little underwhelmed which surprised me because I adore Colleen Hoover and the books she writes. It wasn't until about 30% that I really started to get into the book. From that point on, I was intrigued and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen. This book is so CoHo in that she throws twists in that you as a reader are not expecting. So many things happened in this book that made me say WHAT!!! The end about killed me. I was on pins and needles as I was reading bcs I had to know what was going to happen. This is a new genre for CoHo and while it started out a little slow (for me), she definitely has a future in paranormal writing.

Thanks to Montlake and Netgalley for providing me with an arc. My opinions are my own!!

Colleen Hoover absolutely never disappoints and Layla is so far from anything you’ve ever read from CoHo, but so flipping fantastic! This gripping novel combines the paranormal and romance genres beautifully— if paranormal isn’t normally your jam, trust me, dive in anyway!

Layla had me glued to my kindle from the first page! The twists and turns had their own twists and turns! Now I won’t go into details because going into any of Colleen’s novels blind is always best, but I will say the storyline was extremely well thought out and brilliantly executed! I found myself feeling such a huge range of emotions and now that I’ve finished I’m feeling whipped out from the enormous book hangover I’ve got!!

Whenever anyone asks me for a book recommendation I always include a couple CoHo novels because she is so completely original and in each and every novel she reinvents herself! Layla is a 5+++++ star read that will most definitely be on 2020 must read list—a novel that will stay will me!

A huge Thank You to Colleen Hoover, the publisher, and Netgalley for the ARC of this incredible book in exchange for my honest review. There is not much I can say except Ms. Hoover has done it again another amazing book!! I've have read all of her previous books and have loved them so when I was lucky enough to get this ARC I could not wait to start reading it. From the first page to the last I was hooked, I loved it so will you!! I highly recommend reading Layla

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Layla⁣⁣⠀
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Thank you to @netgalley and montlake for the Advanced copy of Layla.⁣⁣⠀
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I know how many are looking forward to Layla so I’m super grateful for the opportunity to read and review this story. ⁣⁣⠀
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Layla is another unbelievable book by Colleen Hoover. I loved this book! It blew my mind, it will no doubt will leave a lasting impression. Layla was unique and intriguing, with a paranormal spin I did not see coming! It had all the feels that hits you right in the heart! I’m in awe with this story. ⁣⁣⠀
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Leed and Layla meet and it’s basically love at first sight. After a violent encounter from Leed’s past turns their entire world upside down, Leed plans a vacation to the place he and Layla met. Leed hopes a return to the Bed and Breakfast will rekindle the romance that he feels is drifting away. ⁣⁣⠀
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It isn’t long before Leed has an encounter that he can’t explain. He doesn’t want to scare Layla so he keeps it to himself. The longer Leed is in the house the more he realizes he’s not alone. Leed befriends the ghost and is determined to help her. What was at first intrigue, quickly turns into obsession. Leed begins down a path of lies, deceit, and manipulation, putting Layla at risk. ⁣⁣⠀
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This story pushes the boundaries of everything we know to be right or wrong. The violation of Layla in many different aspects is appalling and left me angry. On the other hand I could not help to feel for the ghost. It was an emotional roller coaster. ⁣⁣⠀
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I couldn’t put this book down! When I did I was still thinking about it, wondering what really could be going on. The ending was absolutely epic! I did not see it coming, it was an awesome twist! ⁣⁣⠀
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Colleen Hoover is a talented writer, with the rare ability to keep you guessing until the very end! Layla is like no other paranormal book I’v read. It is truly a unique story that is a must read! ⁣⁣⠀
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Short answer, this is five stars filled full of Colleen Hoover magic!

From the moment Leeds and Layla fail for each other I've equally fallen for them. Their fall is so effortless and meant to be that when that moment of tragedy strikes it truly hurts, even though you know it's coming. Leeds' plan seems solid and a good one but almost instantly you know it's not going to go as planned.

Beginning to end, the way this trope is written is addictive, page turning and I hope its not the last from her. A true winner are around!

*Arc generously provided for honest review.

Well that was Different! A Fresh, Wholly Intriguing Storyline unlike any that I’ve EVER Read!?!

Way to change it up CoHo! Thank you for continuing to push the envelope.

So what is this about? A musician named Leeds and a woman named “Layla” (no, not that Layla, though I can’t get the Eric Clapton song out of my head and I’m not sorry about it!).

All I can say is that this is NOT what you think it is.

Interesting, intriguing and well, strange, it kept my attention throughout. At times, admittedly, I was shaking my head and yet, I could not tear my eyes away, swiping the pages of my kindle as quickly as possible to get to the satisfying end. Colleen Hoover ventured into a new genre with this one and she did so with gusto.

Thank you to NetGalley, Montlake Romance and Colleen Hoover for the arc.

Published on Goodreads on 7.2.20.

I am so here for CoHo branching out beyond her traditional contemporary romance stories. It just proves she can write human emotions so aptly, no matter the situation.

This story is a roller coaster of a journey. I am always amazed at how much CoHo's writing can make me feel. Whilst reading this, I was constantly contemplating how well two people can really know each other, how fast and genuine love can develop, how much effort is enough to show someone how things used to be, and the best way to act when certain feelings have changed. I love that there are no boundaries to this story. It's thought-provoking and emotionally compelling. Even with the paranormal aspect!

My only minor critique would be the lack of epilogue. The ending is quite abrupt and it leaves a nagging feeling like the story is incomplete. I would love more than anything to see what the characters are doing some time after the events in the novel, just to have more complete closure.

But regardless, this is another satisfyingly wonderful CoHo story and I would never expect anything less from the queen herself.

I always know I'm going to get a phenomenal read when I pick up a Colleen Hoover book. Layla is so different from anything of hers I've ever read, I totally went in blind, no blurb, no teasers, and I'm so glad I did, because this isn't a book I'd normally pick up. I loved the story, it was unique and so different from any other books I've recently read. The ending keeps you guessing though. I wish it had a epilogue because there were quite a few unanswered questions.