Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I just loved this book. I just could not put it down. The story of Olivia and Ethan was just perfect. The twists and turns. The miscommunications and half truths. All of it added up makes for an engaging book that had me on the edge of my seat until the end.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Lies – Truth – Love
By: Marina Hanna
This is the first book in the Which Comes First series. I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next book. This book is filled with so many twists and so much drama that it sucks you in from the start and really doesn’t let you go until you finish. Trust me when I say you will not want to put it down once you start reading. Marina Hanna has a fantastic ability in developing her characters. They are definitely portrayed incredibly realistically – especially with how it comes to our two main characters. Ethan and Olivia are very entertaining and are the perfect characters to portray finding live when you least expect it. This isn’t your typical romance and it really contains enough for everyone. This was such a fantastic book and I cannot wait to see how this series continues to develop.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna was an amazing romantic story about a woman (Olivia) in need of a fake date to her cousin’s wedding to appease her mother who got way more than she bargained for. While going through speed dates on her lunch break, all set up by her friend who works in the local gym, they are not going well at all. The Viagra date guy was the last straw, that’s when a good-looking mysterious man (Ethan) stepped up and pretended to be Olivia’s bodyguard. After another bad date, Ethan steps up and volunteers to be Olivia’s fake boyfriend for the wedding. Olivia and Ethan have instant chemistry but are both in denial of their true feelings when problems arise. Will these two be able to overcome all of the lies and misunderstandings that they continue to cause for the other, or will they call it quits and walk away from each other? The author did a great job of creating an environment that is so realistic that you can create a mental picture of what’s happening all around you. The emotions are so thick, that you feel so drawn to each of the characters as they spin a tale of their point of view. I love to read books where you get to see both main characters viewpoints of the same situation, or overlapping situations so that you can understand where each is coming from and why they feel the way they do. I am looking forward to reading more romance books from Marina Hanna.
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09/2023
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Marina Hanna did an amazing job with Ethan and Olivia. These two main characters were so much to handle with their loops of lies and secrets. On top of that their connection of love they had.
Hanna made sure I was stuck to my seat and wanted to know if both characters would give in to their love and if they could move forward with all they had in the past.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a good 4 star read. I was pulled in right from the beginning with the author’s writing. Ethan and Olivia’s story was great. Olivia hasn’t had the best relationships and when she is encouraged to find a date for a wedding she goes on a blind date. Of course there is a twist and she ends up meeting Ethan. Their story is quite the journey of ups and downs, which added a great element to the story. I did have some LOL moments and some frustrations. Will these two get the HEA they both deserve? I look forward to reading more from this author and series. 1-click and get started today.
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Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What an introduction to this author! I have no idea why I have not found one of her books to read before. As soon as I started reading, I was completely captivated by Ethan and Olivia’s story. There was so much going on in their story and it is definitely not smooth sailing for them. There’s a few misunderstandings, some miscommunication but ultimately some extremely intense chemistry between these two characters. The author’s writing was brilliant, easy to read yet complex at the same time.
This really was a wonderful story, definitely up there in my top reads of 2023! I am very excited to read more from this author in the future.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Olivia has had a rough time with love. Her ex-fiance used her to get through school, and then dumped her for a coworker. After this experience, she has decided that dating just isn’t worth the effort. That is, until she gets the invitation to her cousins destination wedding. When her roommate and best friend, Lucy, suggests that she try going on a few blind dates to try and find at least a date for the wedding, Olivia reluctantly agrees. During one of the dates at a local tea shop just down the street from her flower shop, Olivia is rescued from a particularly terrible date by a good looking gentleman who is sitting at the table behind hers. Ethan and Olivia start talking, and Ethan suggests being Olivia’s plus one, even though they had just met. The pair decide that it is in their best interest to get to know each other first, and start talking and meeting up for dates. Ethan decides to withhold a very important bit of information, and when Olivia finds out, everything changes. This book is a guaranteed happily-ever-after, and a great read.
Lies- Truth- Love is a wonderfully written book. The book has all the elements that readers want, from drama, love, chemistry, and humor. Olivia is very unlucky when it comes to dating, and on one horrible date, Ethan saves the day. They become friends and along the way become more then friends. The chemistry they have, you feel as you read the steamy scenes, the sass and banter, make you laugh. But the misunderstandings and lack of communication, brings the end to Ethan and Olivia! Can these two find a way to make this work?
Marina Hanna gave us a really good read with characters you love and a plot that is believable. I was able to finish the book in two sittings as I could NOT put it down and I needed to find out if Olivia and Ethan would find a way to be together! I highly recommend this book!
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Olivia has received the first invitation of wedding season and of course it’s a family wedding. It’s also a destination wedding in Santorini that she is determined to have a plus one for. Her roommate has set up several blind dates for in hopes of finding her plus one and hey have all been wrong. Until she meets Ethan at the Little Teapot she has been meeting her blind dates at. Ethan has listened to several of her dates and come to her rescue and decides to help her out with her problem. She says he’s not her type but will she fall for him or will things fall apart?
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
LIES – TRUTH – LOVE
This was a cute yet frustrating story at times. I wanted to yell at Ethan and Olivia a few times and may have voiced my opinion outloud a few times.
I understand to a point why they both reacted the way they did to things that happened. They were just so right for one another from the moment they met and I wanted them to be happy.
The supporting character were great and I wouldn’t be upset if she decided to give them their own stories. Laura and Sophie both need to find their happiness.
This is the perfect book to read in a nice long hot bubble bath, trust me on this. This is not the first book I have read and enjoyed by Ms. Hanna and I don’t think it will be the last.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
LIES-TRUTH-LOVE by Marina Hanna
LIES-TRUTH-LOVE is a standalone Contemporary Romance that I had a hard time putting down once I started reading and finished in one afternoon. I absolutely loved reading this book and this author never ceases to amaze me with her creative characters and a dash of humor mixed with a little drama and secrets equals a epic story. This is Ethan and Olivia’s story. Both have been burned by past relationships so they are both a bit standoffish . Ethan comes ro her recuse while she is on a horrible date. These to hit it off so much he ageees to go to a wedding with her. The more time they spend together the closer they get. Ethan has something very important he needs to share with her but the timing is never right. What will happen when she discovers who he really is? Can she forgive him and move forward? I don’t want to accidentally give away anything so I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. It’s a pretty quick read and I’m ready for more from this Author.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
An enjoyable and engaging contemporary romance which kept me happily turning the pages. Olivia was on a date with another man when Ethan came to her rescue, and they have instant chemistry. Although he’s not Olivia’s usual type she falls for him, but soon discovers that she has fallen in love with someone she doesn’t really know. Knowing that Ethan lied to her, Olivia is unsure if she can forgive him, accept the truth and move on, after all she still loves him, or not. Both Olivia and Ethan are likeable and relatable characters, who both have had difficult relationships in the past. The chemistry between them sizzled off the page and I liked how their relationship developed throughout the story. The storyline flowed well and the plot had me hooked from start to finish. I was hoping that Olivia and Ethan would get their HEA, no spoilers but I recommend picking up this book to find out!
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Wow! Loving this one! It flows so nicely! I really sped right along and before I knew it I was half way through. I see how the author wrote the story so it goes along with the title but it does seem to slow down a bit as the female lead can’t seem to get past the lies. I did get a little tired of her actions during that time period she almost seemed mean towards him.
There are some good secondary characters that add some insight to these two main personalities. Very helpful to them and I liked the advice!
Overall this is a cute, fun story. I did enjoy many different things about this one. The job that she has is something that interests me. Bringing joy and completion to many people. Anyway I like the flow and how the author grabbed me and kept me entertained.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I have read a few books by this wonderful author now and I have to say not a single one has ever disappointed me in any way. They truly just keep getting better and better. She always creates such wonderful, relatable characters and storylines that keep y0u turning page after page. I simply love her style! This particular book brings us the story of Ethan and Olivia and as you would expect their path to love is not smooth or easy! These characters weaved their way straight into my heart where I am sure they will stay for a long time.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
What a wonderful clean romance! The characters are wonderful. The twists are realistic but creative. I simply couldn’t put it down!
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I definitely enjoyed reading this book. There was so much drama in the book but it was soooo good. Ethan and Olivia had chemistry right from the beginning. Too bad Ethan didn’t check all Olivia’s boxes for what she looks like in a guy but technically he did. Hence where the lies come in. Guys should know by now, no sense in hiding the truth. It always comes out before you let us in on it. Olivia and Ethan met in a coffee shop one day when Ethan came to
Olivia’s rescue when she wasn’t seeing eye to eye with a guy she was set up with on a blind date. Ethan and Olivia kept meeting eachother every day at the same coffee shop and became friends until they decided, enough with the blind dates, he will be her plus one for a family destination wedding.
Ethan and Olivia actually end up falling for eachother until she realizes everything has been a huge lie. Will they ever have the chance to fall in love or will those lies be to strong to overcome?
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Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book has everything that a reader would want in a romance novel. It makes you ask yourself the question of whether you could continue to love someone after you find out they have lied. Do you want to take that chance on whether they will lie again or even if you are getting the full truth, that is the dilemma that the main female character is facing. The way the story is written, you will feel everything that she is feeling. The words just jump off the pages and turn into emotions that you aren’t prepared for in a book. This is what I loved about the book. I was absolutely able to loose myself in it and kept turning pages because by the 2nd chapter, I was fully invested in what was going to happen. I felt like Olivia was my bestie and we were going to find out what was going on. You also feel yourself rooting for them. Normally when a character lies, I find it hard to forgive them. I struggled with it in this book and you will see why when you read it. I am really trying to not give anything away. Just please, please read this book, you won’t be mad that you did and you want be able to put it down.
Reviewed by: @bbohls
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Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Unlucky in love Olivia needs a date for a family wedding. Her and her best friend, Lucy, concoct a plan. Olivia gives Lucy a list of traits that her date must have and Lucy sets Olivia up on a series of blind dates to find the right guy to take to the wedding. While on one of the blind dates, Olivia meets Ethan. Ethan is not her date but a frequent visitor to the tea shop where the blind dates happen.
Ethan saves Olivia from a particularly bad date. After that, Ethan and Olivia start talking and become friends. Friends lead to lovers. A series of misunderstandings, stubborn refusals, and prideful dismissals lead to a break up. After a couple of grand gestures that flop, things are looking brighter until someone steps into traffic. Will Ethan and Olivia ever find their way back to each other?
This darling tale of wires crossing is a delightful read. Lots of humor and wonderful characters to go around. Take the time to enjoy this one!
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a wonderful read. This story had everything I could want in a good romance book. There is drama, chemistry, love, a little danger, and some great characters. The author pulled me into this story and kept me hooked throughout. I became completely invested in the characters and the outcome of their relationship. There are some emotional and intense moments in this book. This story was well written and the characters were well developed. This was a quick read for me because I couldn’t put it down needing to know how it ended. I look forward to reading more books by this author. I highly recommend this book.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
Lies – Truth – Love is the first book in the ‘Which Comes First’ series by Marina Hanna. This is a wonderful contemporary romance with secrets, lies, miscommunications, misunderstandings, angst, drama, emotion, humour, push-pull, danger, tension, chemistry, and finding love unexpectedly.
I love the way Ms. Hanna weaves her stories, she always manages to completely captivated me right from the very first page. Her characters are so well developed with their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. That’s not to say that I didn’t frustrate me to death at times, because they did- there were moments where I so wanted to shake them and tell them to get their act together- but thankfully they finally did. This is a fun romance about finding love unexpectedly- with enough drama and angst to fuel the tension and add extra interest.
I loved Ethan and Olivia, even when they frustrated me. They are both carrying baggage from their previous relationships which make them wary about love. But that gives them a vulnerability which makes them relatable, and in turn made them easy to connect with and invest in. So, what happens when Ethan omits something important when telling Olivia about himself? What happens when secrets are revealed, and the truth comes out? Is forgiveness in the cards? Will these two take a chance on love? This story is well worth the read to find out.
I am really looking forward to seeing what Ms. Hanna does next.
Happy Reding…
Thank you, Marina Hanna!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Which Comes First? LIES – TRUTH – LOVE.
I have not read one book by Marina that I have not loved. Her writing is spot on, and she has a wicked sense of humour that comes through so loud and clear. LIES – TRUTH – LOVE is a standalone contemporary romance with everything that makes this story a wonderful read.
This is Ethan and Olivia’s story and their path to love is as rocky as it comes when there is miscommunication and misunderstandings.
Lies – are not so easily forgiven but the heart wants what the heart wants.
It’s so easy for the characters to capture your heart and feel invested in them.
It is a brilliantly written quick read, but it has everything to keep you thoroughly engaged. I absolutely loved every minute of it.
The are some very sexy scenes where the chemistry sizzled and jumped right off the page. With lots of passion, a boatload of desire, a dash or two of sass, a few intense moments, a drop or two of angst and a little drama and some super smoking hot times makes for some fabulous reading. underlying danger
Hearts maybe broken, a few intense moments, lots of passion, angst and a little drama and you can’t put this book down. This story has some danger, drama, suspense, intrigue, and romance plus there is a few emotional scenes that will make your heart ache.
I have said it before, but I will say it again – You know when you find an author and her words just click and you can’t get enough. Well, that is what happens when I read Marina’s work.
Trust me and do yourself a favour and start reading Marina’s books today.
Reviewed by @jennadb
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is once again another good book by this author that I have read. I really like how the author is able to balance romance and drama. I was not able to put this book down and could not wait to see how it would all end. The chemistry between the characters was sizzling and the author brought them to life. I really like how there is drama surrounding the love story as in real life as well there is not really always a straight forward means to the end. Also the author is able to show that sometimes the least expected can lead to forever. Also that there is always a road to forgiveness and sometimes we must take a leap of faith. I will definitely be reading more from this author in the future.
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Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a great story with characters that really bring it to life. I instantly connected with them from the moment I started reading and they pulled me in to the story. I thought the author developed them both really well. You get to know them, their history and see how it influences their present. They are the sort of characters that you really get behind and will them to find their happy ending.
The story is really well written. There was a lot going on and it definitely kept my interest the whole way through. This is the sort of book that you don’t realise just how much of it you have read because it is so easy to get caught up in. This was a great book to read and I would recommend anyone give it a try.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
What an intense and entertaining read. This was full of everything I like in a book. There was a bit of danger, romance, thrills and adventure. The chemistry between the characters was quite exciting. I could feel a little spark there. I enjoy stories like this because it’s the bad factor that can make the story so very good. The writing had me totally all in right from the beginning. I just divied in head first and couldn’t put it down.
Lies – Truth – Love by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this romance story. The author did a great job with the characters making them relatable and engaging. The chemistry and attraction between Olivia and Ethan is pretty instant but both have had problems with relationships in the past so it is easy to understand why they aren’t wanting to jump into things too fast.
Olivia’s last relationship ended badly. After supporting her partner financially all through his time working towards his chosen career she is devasted when he leaves her. Now she has a wedding to attend and needs a date but there is one thing he needs to have and that is a job. She is not prepared to find herself in the same position as she didn’t before.
Ethan’s past relationship was similar except his partner was just using him for his money. Now he is wary of women wanting him just for his money so when he meets Olivia despite how attracted and intrigued by her he is, he decides to not tell her the full truth. But telling her that he is in between things she assumes he is jobless.
As their connection grows and as much as they try they can’t deny their feelings for each other but what will happen when the lies Ethan had told comes out. Will Olivia be happy that the man she wants to be with is financially secure so doesn’t need to rely on her or will she be angry that he lied to her.
Their story is interesting and full of ups and downs. I can see why Ethan felt the need to lie but I can also see why Olivia reacts the way that she does. How can you trust someone when it turns out the person you thought you knew you actually don’t know at all. I can understand Olivia’s feelings of hurt. She isn’t a gold digger so she isn’t interested in spending his money it was the fact that he lied to her.
I felt every emotion of these characters and while I understand both of their reactions and apprehensions I was hoping they would get their HEA. Will Olivia be able to forgive the lie? Or will that lie mean she won’t be able to trust Ethan? Will this break what potentially could have been a lasting loving relationship?
