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Cruel Summer: A College Bully Romance (Verona Academy) Paperback – December 17, 2019

by Melinda Terranova (Author)

4.3 226 ratings

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Truths will be shattered. Hearts will be broken
The more vicious he is, the more I crave him.Enzo is brutal, cruel and sexy as sin. Son of the Mafia Boss. Ruler of Verona Academy. He and his two cousins, Dante and Luca, are adamant to make my freshman year a living hell. I’m determined to get under Enzo’s skin and make him reveal his deepest, darkest secrets. What I didn’t plan on was walking into the crossfire of two warring families.Will I get burned in the ring of fire or will my obsession become my nightmare?WARNING: Cruel Summer is a new adult/college bully romance with a cliffhanger. This book is recommended for mature readers due to the language and sexual content.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (December 17, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 289 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1676489541
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1676489542
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.73 x 8 inches

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Melinda Terranova

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Melinda is the author of Dark Romance novels & dabbles in a little RH, Mafia & PNR.

Melinda resides on the sunny Gold Coast in Australia and lives with her husband, 2 kids and 3 fur babies.

Melinda is happiest when lost in the pages of a book and drinking good coffee. When she is not reading, she is getting lost in her writing.

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Christina R

Love Enzo and Summer

Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2021

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Summer goes to Verona Academy a meets Enzo a gorgeous cruel bully. They are attracted to each other but his family doesn’t want him to get involved with her. Can they be together? Great characters and storyline Highly
recommended. Amazing Book. This is book one. Good news book two is out Vicious Enzo.

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Jennifer Welty

Penny for Your Thoughts....

Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2020

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What can I say...I think I'm in love with Enzo, he's deliciously tormented!! I truly enjoyed the push and pull between Summer and Enzo. I would've liked to have had a little more background info as to what the debt is that Summer's father owed to Salvatore Russo? Also I'm curious as to why there was such bad blood between Enzo and Rob (Summer's Art professor)? Maybe those questions will be answered in the second book..? Definitely would recommend this book, it does end with a cliffhanger ( in case you missed that in the blurb). I can't wait to start reading book 2 Vicious Enzo!!
P.S. Hear's to hoping that Dante, Luca, and Amber get their own book!!

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Janet Hammons

5 Stars

Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2019

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I don't usually go for the mafia romances and this one is a cliffhanger, which I also stay away From. But the characters and the story line are very gold.

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Toni Gonzales

I hate writing reviews like this...

Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2020

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This was one of those books...the ones with lots of errors and in need of a good editor. A huge pet peeve of mine is when an author writes with the US as it’s setting but then uses ENGLISH words...as in British English. It’s not a loo in America. There were countless instances where the author did this. Lots of other editing mistakes too. And for crying out loud...the title doesn’t even match. Summer also isn’t super likable. This is a love triangle of sorts. Enzo tried to convey he wants a relationship but isn’t used to being in one or having to communicate with her. So, she she sleeps with her ex. She accepts a car from her ex. What?? There is no mention of where this car mysteriously comes from. The Ex just buys it for her. Okay?

But, I did like this different take on a bully romance which is why it’s hard for me to write such a poor review. Enzo had an almost legit reason to not like Summer and to want to stay away from her. Amber is likable. This has potential for sure but it missed the mark for me.

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Banita Clayson

Could hardly stop reading

Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2020

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I like the tenseness between Enzo and Summer throughout the book.A little short.on the book though.I guess to look forward to the next book which seems to becoming a trend but overall really enjoyed it.

Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2020

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This book is a good start to what I hope is a decent series. I found myself cringing at the female lead who cries way too much....especially being a cops daughter...and yes, I am. She kept reciting how well her dad taught her to look and check for things and harness weapons, etc., yet every time she was in trouble......she cried or as it read..”the tears spilled”, so I had a really hard time liking her character and even less of an idea of what Enzo saw in her. I’m hoping she toughens up in the following book(s), but if the next book continues with her tearing up at the slightest scratch, I won’t continue to waste my time to read it through to end.

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Addicted to Romance 😎

Not just another one.....

Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2019

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This is a book of twists and turns and action from all angles. A
A definite page turner....where's the follow up book? I need to read it!

Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2019

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First book I’ve read by this author. Really enjoyed it , loved the characters and the way the story evolved. Fun quick fast paced read.

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EJ

Romance, Mafia underworld and sex!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2020

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My first time reading a Mafia romance and I thought the author has done a fabulous job. Good mixture of romance, the Mafia underworld and superhot sex scenes made this book a page turner! I found the latter part of the book where Summer travels to Rome more enjoyable than the opening. I can't wait read how the story unfolds in book 2!

Jacinda

Summer's story absolute must read

Reviewed in Australia on December 3, 2019

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Mel has managed to write another amazing story that pulls you in within the first few pages. Could not put this down until the last page. The characters come to life as you turn the pages and a small part of you cheers for the bad boy because let's be honest we all love to fantasize about a guy who is a little bit of dark and dangerous.
As usual Melinda has left us sitting on the edge of our seats waiting to see what happens next.

Ashleigh

Well, I wasn’t expecting that

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2020

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So I found out about this book and author from a Facebook post. And I was intrigued, it’s been a while since I’ve read a mafia type romance especially one involving college kids so I figured... go for it.
While I personally feel that this book took a long time to get into the story, it then flashed by quickly the parts that I wanted to know more about. Some of it felt a little rushed. That being said I am going straight over to find book 2 cause I need to know what happens 😂 overall a good book. Definitely worth a read and it will hit the spot for someone looking for a mafia type romance book with younger MCs

Msnd

Wow look at that cover!

Reviewed in Australia on October 8, 2020

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This was an excellent college mafia romance. It was the first time I’ve read this Author’s work and it was a page turner, so much so I ensured that I had the sequel downloaded half way through this book, to be able to read it back to back. Whilst it the first of a series, having read both books together, I would say that Summer and Enzo’s story is a duet. The characters are well developed as is the storyline. I must admit initially in the first few pages I was concerned about non con or dub con, which would have ruined the story for me, but it didn’t evolve to anything like this, which was really good (thank you Melinda). It is easy to understand Summer’s friendship with Amber (may she find a guy truly worthy of her in books to come) as she was really a good friend despite her family background. It also easy to understand the dynamics of Enzo and Summer’s relationship with its push pull chemistry, and Enzo, despite being ruthless, is easier to identify with once we understand his turmoil. Really good read and I look forward to the rest of the series.

Angela O'Connor

Holy Cow Wow

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 21, 2020

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Seriously I need more! Bring it on! So exciting! I have So many burning questions that need answers 😁🧐 X

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