Official Review: Yesterday by Samyann

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Re: Official Review: Yesterday by Samyann

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I was definitely not expecting reincarnation or time travel when reading your review! I love a good historical romance, and now this sounds even more appealing. Thank you for your review!
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The reincarnation part actually sound interesting to me, sadly I don't usually like historical fiction so I don't think I'll enjoy it.
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I like the idea of throwing in history and time travel into the mix, it makes for a spicy read. Though I'm most fascinated by the reincarnation angle of the story; I want to know how their past and present lives connect.
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I like reading anything that involves reincarnation regardless of the genre and this is no exception. Everlasting love sounds intriguing though and this adds much interest to the book. Congrats!
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Thanks for the review, I love romance and historical books in general and this one sounds very interesting. I did not want to stop when I came to the end of the sample, can't wait to read this one.
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I enjoy books that incorporates time travel, romance, historical facts, and personal hardships to be overcome. This book has been added to my reading list. Great review!
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It's hard to be convinced by a person when you have already made up a certain belief due to some situation once experienced. I think the only thing that can make Amanda trust Mark, is self-conviction to his personality if he proves himself to be different from the people she encountered before. Thanks for the review.
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gali wrote: 30 Jun 2016, 13:10 A journey into the past sounds enticing. I almost chose this book, but I couldn't make up my mind. A love story that takes place during two time periods sounds like a great book for lovers of reincarnation stories. It is good that the author made it clear when each story-line takes place. Inserting bits of history enriches the tale. Thank you for the awesome review! :)
Wow, what tremendous reviews! I love a well-written love story that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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I do agree this novel Yesterday by Samyann was one f those stories that touched my heart. It was a really good read. Great BOTD choice.
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Even when I know I don't love history that much I surely think I would love this one for i love romance and time traveling, or rather everryhing mystic.
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I like the idea of having two stories going back and forth. That always seems like a nice way to tell a story. The aspect of reincarnation is an interesting twist too.
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Thanks for the wonderful review. I also enjoyed all the accurate historical information that Samyann weaved into the story.
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This sounds absolutelt captivating and heart wrenching at the same time. So interested!
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Post by ohlendorfbe »

What an intriguing storyline! I read the sample and went right on to buy the Kindle edition. Now I can't wait to finish the book I'm currently reading to get into it. While I'm not a believer of reincarnation, and don't really like time travel stories, I just can't resist this one. Hope I love it as much as you did! Congrats to Samyann for the BOTD.
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Having had similar experiences, I can relate to Amanda Parker. I'd like to find out whether she eventually found true love and healed from her emotional wounds.
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