The book leaned a bit more into family dynamics and drama than I was expecting, but I loved how it allowed Ivan to really shine and show Jasmine how much he cared. Her books are my version of feel-good books. Full Book Name: From Lukov with Love; Author Name: Mariana Zapata; Book Genre: Contemporary, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Sports; ISBN # Date of Publication: 2018-2-1; PDF / EPUB File Name: From_Lukov_with_Love_-_Mariana_Zapata.pdf, From_Lukov_with_Love_-_Mariana_Zapata.epub; PDF File Size: 1.7 MB; EPUB File Size: 424 KB [PDF] [EPUB] From . How do you not know this? So. Get in, loser. In fact, the majority of her books arent necessarily about the romance. I cant help it. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Here, surrounded by the people she hates the most, Mare discovers that, despite her red blood, she possesses a deadly power of her own. Any Way the Wind Blows takes the gang back to England, back to Watford, and back to their families for their longest and most emotionally wrenching adventure yet. Her latest novel, Hands Down, was also a . To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we dont use a simple average. No book-NOT ONE BOOK-has made me want to stay up so late its almost morning in yearsyet, between this book and TWOW, I have stayed up until 4 in the morning countless times to immerse myself in everything Ivan, Aiden, and Mariana Zapata. Both of them.. Today we're doing a review of From Lukov, With Love by Mariana Zapata. I absolutely adored their relationship and how it slowly built. No, From Lukov with Love is not part of a series. Was I dying? It follows two talented figure skaters, Jasmine Santos and Ivan Lukov, who, after years of bantering finally decide to join forces and become partners in pair skating. Cookie Notice Ive heard great things about Mariana Zapatas books but I havent read any of her books yet. Loved everything else though, I really liked her writing style too, it got me really immersed in the universe. But this is a world of betrayal and lies, and Mare has entered a dangerous danceReds against Silvers, prince against prince, and Mare against her own heart. Like, it only was a problem for maybe three pages then everything is fine and dandy again after that, if that part was left out nothing would have changed. 5 favorite characters: jasmin santos & ivan lukov y'all don't get what id do to have an ice skating rivals to lovers romance with ivan lukov. First of all the thing I was most excited about was the fact that this was about figure skating. No, From Lukov with Love is not a dual POV. Currently reading: Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen, In 1967, after a session with a psychiatrist shed never seen before, eighteen-year-old Susanna Kaysen was put in a taxi and send to McLean Hospital to be treated for depression. But you will occasionally run into characters from her other novels. One that threatens to destroy the balance of power. Privacy Policy. Contemporary Romances | Mysteries & Thrillers | Privacy Policy| Contact, From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata: FAQs + Books Like It, Are you enchanted by figure skaters? This author has been in my radar for so long but Ive yet to pick up her books, lol. Luckily, it didnt take me long to find some good in Ivan. About catharsis and closure, and how we choose to move on from the traumas and triumphs that try to define us. But she, like the father, is a non-character and its baffling how she made it to the final draft of the novel. Happens, there are no real consequences or fallout from this. Everything. After seventeen years--and countless broken bones and broken promises--she knows her window to compete in figure skating is coming to a close. Everything thats built up about their upcoming career and relationship felt shattered in the epilogue. I really liked how Mariana Zapata portrayed all of Jasmines issues and insecurities. Secrets that prove their perfect, isolated world isnt as safe as they believedand that darkness takes many forms. Like in this book we don't even get details about their final competition!! Despite knowing that one misstep would mean her death, Mare works silently to help the Red Guard, a militant resistance group, and bring down the Silver regime. Lovely review! Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Maybe after The Wall of Winnipeg I had really high expectations, but she did it again. Thats right, bury me with my preciouses, because I cant live without them now! False Witness by Karin Slaughter Book Review, Theft of Swords by Michael J. 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But when the offer of a lifetime comes in from an arrogant idiot shes spent the last decade dreaming about pushing in the way of a moving bus, Jasmine might have to reconsider everything. All Rights Reserved. world class figure skating and Jasmine a 26 yrs. Theyre your BEST FRIENDS and soul mates and whatever you want them to be. I loved that book so much, and I was so excited to find out that From Lukov with Love was about Rubys sister Jasmine. I find it so hard, at the moment, to just zero in on one thing to talk about, because my brain is just flooded with all the epicness that was this novel (and I even have gone so far as to flood some Winnipeg moments in at the same time-Brain=FRIED). Hope I didnt ruin too much, say too much (or too little?). It's not until like 85% or maybe higher that they even make it to a competition. That's the one question that keeps niggling at me too. I usually strongly disagree, but this was the first time I thought they may have a point. Even if he was in love with her the whole time (I think he had feelings for her for years, but maybe fell in love when they became partners), I still don't understand his reasoning behind that. I had the same problem with the lack of explanation. 3,762. (Kindle | Paperback), Since I've just finished it and everything is still fresh in my head, I've answered some of the most frequently asked questions about the book below, as all as recommended five books like From Lukov with Love to read next. :). I fucking hated it. Nostalgia and patiently waiting for the Yuri on Ice movie led me to read this snarky rivals-to-partners-to-lovers romance with the hope of filling that cold, dark hole left in You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A , or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author . I was pretty sure his parents had adopted him straight out of Hell. Her chances dwindle even further after her last ice skating partner ditches her for her worst enemy. From Lukov with Love by Mariana Zapata is a sports-romance novel published in 2018. I LOVE LOVE LOVED IT. Both of them.. So, yeah. I agree to the terms and conditions outlined in our Privacy Policy. These characters arent just characters, theyre YOU. "If someone were to ask Jasmine Santos to describe the last few years of her life with a single word, it would definitely be a four-letter one. Dedicated to book reviews and helping new and experienced readers find their next read. The things they say are absolutely horrible, but they give it as good as they get. There was just no chemistry between them. No chance. I dont know why I was reluctant to read this. Unless he was doing something shitty, like taking peoples souls and stuff. I've seen a lot of praise about Kulti so wanted to ask is it very similar to From Lukov with Love? Me, after these two Zapata books: Sadbut true. I loved the characters, their devotion and commitment to what they love. Heartbroken, Julie skips his funeral, throws out his things, and tries everything to forget him and the tragic way he died. Cookie Notice Are you enchanted by figure skaters? he hints that he knows her better than she thinks, which makes me think that he did a lot of digging on her to find out more about her over the years because their jabs at each other were more flirtations than they may have originally realized. This is a world divided by bloodred or silver. Me and Ivan? Without Ivan's pov we have to relay only on the details that Jasmine decided to ignore and that why I believe we can't know for sure when he fell in love. **SPOILER Quotes** MY FAVS EVER but do NOT read if you want dont want moments ruined (and believe me-you wait far too long in these books to let this stuff be spoiled! So, unless you are dead set on a swoony, heart melting, sweep-you-off-your-feet, over-the-moon-in-love kind of romance, why not give this one a try? I really wanted it! Her dad was another story. But when the offer of a lifetime comes in from an arrogant idiot she's spent the last decade dreaming about pushing in the way of a moving bus, Jasmine might have to reconsider everything. Im just not sure Id recommend it to someone whos looking for a romance specifically. Meaning, they are not sequels and you absolutely dont need to read them in any particular order. Oh, they are so good! who never managed to be above average team up for a season. I would listen to a chapter and then go back and read it, just to make sure I didn't miss anything. She started pairs when she was 22 I assume, si. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. She would give everything for just one more chance to compete and prove herself on the ice. Whether you're looking for another sports romance or simply just a juicy enemies-to-lovers romance, here are five books like. At 60% in Jasmine and Ivan were just getting getting on the ice and didn't even have a routine yet. Hence he lied about Mindy and always hoped for her to be his partner. But when her equipment starts to go missing and the staff ignores her, Bee sees Levi softening into an ally, backing her plays, seconding her ideas, and devouring her with those eyes. My girl Zapata taught me that little trick. This author slays me. Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2023. The other thing was the part about her spraining her foot kind of seemed unnecessary? When Karina had told me you were thinking about switching to pairs, I had thought you would say something to me, even in passing as a joke. Share book reviews and ratings with Chelsea Peril Please , and even join a book club on Goodreads. Anyways, From Lukov with Love is what Id call a typical Mariana Zapata book. And.I JUST LOVE IT. EVEN. I also was confused about Paul showing up at the end, and it seemed like it opened up more insight into Jasmine's past partner that we didn't get to see and then it was just dropped. There was no way. Far from it-but it should say something that I am not sitting here dissecting every little mistake, oversight, or overall imperfection, and instead singing the praises of this womans hard work. Unable to stand by the sidelines and watch their shared loved ones in pain, Julie is torn between spilling the truth about her calls with Sam and risking their connection and losing him forever. I absolutely loved every second of this book, the really rude main characters eventually grow on you and its great. Why go through all of this if it ends on that note? On the surface it seems like they kind of hate each . They contain Reviews, Recommendations, Upcoming Releases & Giveaways! I wanted this. Enjoy!Outro: Keep Moving On by Reed . If you want to stay in the sports romance realm but are open to a different sport, I would recommend giving Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey a try. You cant fake this-its authentic and real and it reaches you in ways fancy words cant. (LogOut/ Id bled for it, cried for it, bruised for it, had broken bones, had concussions, pulled just about every muscle in my body, never made friends, never went to a single school anything, never loved anyone, ignored my family, all for this. With all her other books I read, I would just think well, heres Mariana Zapata I know and love. Because I'd probably not want to read it if so, or is their love story more of a focus? She has become my new favorite terrible influence. Remember when she was in the GM office, having just been made the offer - Jasmine says something like years later I will look back and realize they played me . But then, always always, alwaysthey are the first to save them. From Lukov with Love was a top 10 Amazon Overall Best Seller and a finalist in the romance category for the 2018 Goodreads Choice Awards. Thats HARD to do. To catch them before they fall. Luna and the Lie became a #1 Amazon Overall Best Seller. Wheres the DRAMA?!. just wanna live my early 2000's ice princess dream Follow me on social media:Book Instagram: @nikkis.book.nookPersonal Instagram: @nikkimariewittTwitter: @golden_stylesMy other channel: http://youtube.com/nikkiwittytAmazon book wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/21CPHOQJYKJUN?ref_=wl_shareMy Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/nikkiwitt Check out my Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/nicolewitt13/shop?asc=uOutro music:Title: Pure ImaginationArtist: Future JamesVideo link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Al3FKdComALike \u0026 subscribe if you see this! I especially loved her sport romances, which is a bit odd because I am not even all that much into sports. I thought at least epilogue should have been from H's POV so that we could have had more insight on /from H. I think he's always liked her - but couldn't handle her criticism early on and it sort of became a 'thing' with them to pretend to hate each other. There he's faced with his best friend's sister, who refuses to let him wallow for too long. Reserve Now, Pay in Store. At this point with Zapata books, it's really about enjoying the journey they take to get there. Why did he tell her it was for one year only? the slow burn is so worth it, jasmine my baby you have all my support and love. Them saying it was only for one year because his old partner was just on a break was so he could get her to partner with him in the first place without actually him actually having to explain his true feeling for her. Especially from a romance. Thank you! At what point was he falling for her? But when the arrogant asshole she loves to hate offers her a partnership, she needs to consider if he may have a hidden agenda. So i wasnt really a fan of from lukov with love. ALLL THEM. Yes - Jasmine confirms that she is half Filipino. And everything changes. And thats the beauty of Mariana Zapata-her books are 100% character driven, and you care so deeply for Ivan and Jasmine, Aiden and Vanessa, that every little thing that happens to them rips and tears at your soul, makes you a puppet to their emotions, twisting and pulling at each and every hardship, failure, or triumph. Jasmine has a few rough, very unsuccessful years behind her. Because if it was, I was sure fucking glad Id never fallen in love before because goddamn. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. I just love it when you read a book that is so wonderful you cant find anything wrong with it. 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