Plea from the Author:
If you have read my book I hope you enjoyed it. Whether or not you did, I would just like to thank you for giving me your valuable time to try and entertain you. Thank you for giving my book a chance and for spending your hard earned cash on it. For that I am eternally grateful.
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Thank you in advance to anyone who does, you are helping an aging rock star out :)
#TheFinalSummerofVodka
Plea from the Author:
If you have read my book I hope you enjoyed it. Whether or not you did, I would just like to thank you for giving me your valuable time to try and entertain you. Thank you for giving my book a chance and for spending your hard earned cash on it. For that I am eternally grateful.
If you would like to keep up to date with my news and info please sign up to my News Letter on the Home page of this website.
Also feel free to contact me on Facebook, Twitter, or email (all details on the home page) as I would love to hear from you.
If you enjoyed this book and would like to help, then you could think about leaving a review on Amazon, Goodreads, or anywhere else that readers visit. The most important part of how well a book sells is how many positive reviews it has, so if you leave me one then you are directly helping me to continue on this journey as a writer.
Thank you in advance to anyone who does, you are helping an aging rock star out :)
#TheFinalSummerofVodka
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars: The book of 2016
By Paul Robinson on 25 August 2016
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An absolute brilliant read. Funny, sad, and poignant at the same time. Some fantastic memories shared and a glimpse into the weird and wacky lifestyle that is Marmaris. Can't wait for a sequel!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Can't wait for the next chapter.
By Klaudia on 24 August 2016
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Loved it! Couldn't put the book down.
5.0 out of 5 stars: Summer Read
By Christine Phoenix on 23 August 2016
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Fabulous book witty gritty laughter and tears. Readers will identify with the diary writer Lei. I NEED the sequel NOW!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By elliejane on 21 August 2016
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not read yet. waiting for my next holiday
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 19 August 2016
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Excellent reading highly recommended
5.0 out of 5 stars: Laughed till I cried!
By Amazon Customer on 19 August 2016
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Having been lucky enough to have met Louise, this book totally reminds me of Louise and her down to earth, say it as it is attitude. Can't wait for the next installment! X
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 18 August 2016
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A thoroughly enjoyable read , can't wait for the sequel
5.0 out of 5 starsAbsolutely : loved this book!!!
By Toni-Marie Watson on 15 August 2016
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Couldn't put this book down. Lei sounds a lot like myself and I think every girl can relate. It was a brilliant read and I can't wait for the next book x
5.0 out of 5 stars: Well done on your first Fantastic novel Louise Bell
By Amazon Customer on 13 August 2016
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Wow what can I say except FAB read from a new upcoming author. Felt as if I was reading someones personal diary, lots of laughs, could'nt put it down, lost now as I want to know what Lei is up to now, made me wish I was years younger and able to live her life in Turkey. Well done on your first Fantastic novel Louise Bell, so looking forward to your next one.
5.0 out of 5 stars: Fantastic read, luved it
By Amazon Customer on 13 August 2016
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Fantastic read, luved it, couldn't put it down. Very funny, sad in places and lots of laughs. Well done Louise, its a pleasure to know you and can't wait for the next, get writing girl
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 11 August 2016
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Absolutely loved it! Giggled out loud all the way through. Well worth the read ladies 😊
5.0 out of 5 stars: Feeling low? Read this book what a tonic laughed laughed laughed
By Amazon Customer on 9 August 2016
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Thoroughly enjoyed ...read this book in two days couldn't put it down.....laughed a lot worth. Reading guys !!!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Must have summer read
By Amazon Customer on 8 August 2016
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Fabulous book enjoyed every minute. Would definitely recommend people to read this book. Hope louise continues to write more
4.0 out of 5 stars: Four Stars
By Mabel Waterston on 6 August 2016
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Easy funny read
11.08.16: Comments by Stacey Buchanan: Well I've read #thefinalsummerofvodka & I'm actually gutted .. So .... I'm going to read it again!!!! It's the first book I've read in years & I honestly couldn't put it down! I felt like I was with you/Marmaris in every single paragraph (minus the shlong bits cause clearly I shouldn't be there during those parts 🙈). There's only one thing really I want to know? Can I pre order the next one 😳😉?! Well done you!!! It's absolutely brilliant!
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Jane A White: Loved the candid humour this book was written in 2011 was my last visit to Marmaris & brought back memories of Bar Street out of season. Must read for all Marmaris lovers.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Lisa Arikboga: Loved this easy read, found it difficult to put down at times. Hope to read more in the not too distant future.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Kelly M: Absolutely love ❤❤. Never visited marmaris but feel like I know the place and the people . Can't wait for the next one
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Joanna Wright: Just finished reading this and loved it, never laughed so much whilst reading a book.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Just finished your book.....it was fab.....reminds me so much of my bestie... She loves her vodka too lol......so cant wait to get back to Marmaris in a sept now.....ill be on the look out for some of your x suitors to stay clear of them lol.....hoping there is a sequal xx
27.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Carla: This book is laugh out loud fabulous and absolutely hilarious, the wittiness of the author shines through throughout the whole book,I thoroughly enjoyed reading and I could not put it down.
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Rebecca Cahill: Absolutely loved this book, couldn't put it down!
Can really relate to it, especially if you have spent time in Marmaris. Entertaining, addictive and overall brilliant!
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Lisa McLoughlin: One word "Brilliant"!! Thoroughly enjoyed the book, finished it in a day as I just couldn't put it down. It's funny, witty and rather naughty! Louise certainly writes as she speaks and holds nothing back. Can't wait for the next one now. Well done Louise you should be very proud of yourself.
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Fantastic read - laughed, screamed out loud and shared each heart sinking moment with Lei on her quest to find 'the one'. . . engrossed from the word go! Congratulations Louise Bell.
24.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Loved this book from the 1st paragraph it's Hilarious from the beginning I chuckled thinking this is like my life story but in a different country....Gripped me and couldn't put the book down ... Well written and can't wait for the next book ..... 😂👍
24.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Shazzy: I found this a enjoyable read. Often with a smirk on my face, being familiar with Marmaris in like ohhhh how exciting to live this authors life. Well done and look forward to the next dear diary.....
23.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Jane Burton: Fantastic read couldnt put it down. I lived in Marmaris for over 6 years and it's so true to form even if it's fiction, loved it. Hope Louise writes more.
23.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Miss P A Roberts: Fabulous read, definitely recommend it, will look out for the next one.
21.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Fantastc book to read. Very funny and humorous . Would recommend this book to anyone that's been to Marmaris. Couldn't put the book down once I started it. Laughed all the way through it Well done Louise Bell
20.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Loved this book never wanted it to end .x
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Angie Orme: Loved this book. Louise's descriptions of her 'would be suitors' were very successfully brought to life! I could actually picture them. I worked with Louise as a rep in Turkey and she writes as she speaks, a very colourful character! The book is funny, naughty, told with absolute truth, no punches pulled! Wonder if it would make a stage play? Must look into this. Well done!
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Danielle Sevdan: As an girl living here also it was great to read about the truth for once and things that do really happen couldn't put it down and I have a 2 year old to run after lol xxxx
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Kelly Thomson: What can I say! Brilliant first book which had me laughing from start to finish! Light hearted read whether your in bed or on the beach! Look forward to the next instalment! And wondering what ever happened to the hip flask! Wonder if it found a new home!
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Alex Nelson: What a superb read !!! Couldn't stop finally finished this book now in 2 days!! Disappointed ive finished it !! Will have to read it again !!* Congratulations Louise hope we're going to have a sequel! !
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Chris Price: What a brilliant book, best book I've read in years, so funny, would recommend to anyone.
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Angela Turkey: Quick delivery and just as described - a great book too!
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Helen Cook: Well, I read this marvellous creation in a day, so that speaks volumes as I never finish a book!! What a roller coaster I've been on - I've laughed, I've cried (some tears of laughter, other tears of reflection on similar feelings in my own past), laughed a heck of a lot more, cringed, shouted 'nooooo, don't do it girl', cheered and given a few 'you go girl' fist pumps and felt as equally miffed at the sad loss of your hip flask.
I need the second book - NOW 😘
16.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Margaret Karagol: Brilliant book. Got no sleep as couldn't put it down. Found myself sorry when it finished as wanted it to go on. Really hope Louise Bell writes more. Well done Louise please write more x
15.07.16: Comments by Allyson Munarriz: You've made it Lou! I love that I can hear your voice as I read it. Reminds me of my repping days, the best summer of my life, getting up to no good and Marmaris, my second home.
15.07.15: Reviewed on Amazon by Louise Ricobi: Absolutely brilliant book, witty and relates to well to any single girl , took me back to my years in Marmaris 😍, very easy reading .
14.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Pamela A Groat (Kindle Edition): Really enjoyed this light reading! Well done on your debut book. Hope there is more to come from you! X
13.07.16: Comments by Eliie Hiko Yilmaz: Louise Im definitely addicted. I can't wait to finish it hope you have ur second one in the pipe line.....
12.07.16: Comments by Maggie Upton-Todd: Brilliant!! Already wanting to read the next book! Have you started writing it yet? Hilarious in parts could easily picture you doing these things x
11.07.16: Comments by Sharron Saunders: Bought it yesterday and finished it last night. Loved it and can't wait for the next one.
11.07.16: Comments by Dawn Jorgensen: Hi Louise, I just finished reading your book and wanted to tell you how great I thought it was. I've been ill this past week and it's really put smile on my face this last few days and reminded me of my summer in Marmaris. I couldn't put it down waiting to see what happened next. I've really enjoyed reading it and I hope it does really well for you. Let me know if you write another and I will definitely read that too. Well done! Dawn xx
11.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Valerie G Evans (Paperback): Very funny laugh out loud book. Loved recognising some of the places in Marmaris .Cant wait for the next one X
09.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by D Lewis-Dayle (Paperback) – author of The Auriala Chronicals and the forthcoming Connor Candlish series: “From the start, I laughed so much through Lei’s journey. I felt as though I was with her the whole time, rooting for her to get the man of her dreams!
NOTES: If you have a review that I can include, please send it to me via the contact page. I am always happy to receive reviews to know what readers think about the book :) Just as the book, I am also not easily offended!
5.0 out of 5 stars: The book of 2016
By Paul Robinson on 25 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
An absolute brilliant read. Funny, sad, and poignant at the same time. Some fantastic memories shared and a glimpse into the weird and wacky lifestyle that is Marmaris. Can't wait for a sequel!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Can't wait for the next chapter.
By Klaudia on 24 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Loved it! Couldn't put the book down.
5.0 out of 5 stars: Summer Read
By Christine Phoenix on 23 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
Fabulous book witty gritty laughter and tears. Readers will identify with the diary writer Lei. I NEED the sequel NOW!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By elliejane on 21 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
not read yet. waiting for my next holiday
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 19 August 2016
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Excellent reading highly recommended
5.0 out of 5 stars: Laughed till I cried!
By Amazon Customer on 19 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Having been lucky enough to have met Louise, this book totally reminds me of Louise and her down to earth, say it as it is attitude. Can't wait for the next installment! X
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 18 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
A thoroughly enjoyable read , can't wait for the sequel
5.0 out of 5 starsAbsolutely : loved this book!!!
By Toni-Marie Watson on 15 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
Couldn't put this book down. Lei sounds a lot like myself and I think every girl can relate. It was a brilliant read and I can't wait for the next book x
5.0 out of 5 stars: Well done on your first Fantastic novel Louise Bell
By Amazon Customer on 13 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
Wow what can I say except FAB read from a new upcoming author. Felt as if I was reading someones personal diary, lots of laughs, could'nt put it down, lost now as I want to know what Lei is up to now, made me wish I was years younger and able to live her life in Turkey. Well done on your first Fantastic novel Louise Bell, so looking forward to your next one.
5.0 out of 5 stars: Fantastic read, luved it
By Amazon Customer on 13 August 2016
Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
Fantastic read, luved it, couldn't put it down. Very funny, sad in places and lots of laughs. Well done Louise, its a pleasure to know you and can't wait for the next, get writing girl
5.0 out of 5 stars: Five Stars
By Amazon Customer on 11 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Absolutely loved it! Giggled out loud all the way through. Well worth the read ladies 😊
5.0 out of 5 stars: Feeling low? Read this book what a tonic laughed laughed laughed
By Amazon Customer on 9 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Thoroughly enjoyed ...read this book in two days couldn't put it down.....laughed a lot worth. Reading guys !!!!
5.0 out of 5 stars: Must have summer read
By Amazon Customer on 8 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Fabulous book enjoyed every minute. Would definitely recommend people to read this book. Hope louise continues to write more
4.0 out of 5 stars: Four Stars
By Mabel Waterston on 6 August 2016
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
Easy funny read
11.08.16: Comments by Stacey Buchanan: Well I've read #thefinalsummerofvodka & I'm actually gutted .. So .... I'm going to read it again!!!! It's the first book I've read in years & I honestly couldn't put it down! I felt like I was with you/Marmaris in every single paragraph (minus the shlong bits cause clearly I shouldn't be there during those parts 🙈). There's only one thing really I want to know? Can I pre order the next one 😳😉?! Well done you!!! It's absolutely brilliant!
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Jane A White: Loved the candid humour this book was written in 2011 was my last visit to Marmaris & brought back memories of Bar Street out of season. Must read for all Marmaris lovers.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Lisa Arikboga: Loved this easy read, found it difficult to put down at times. Hope to read more in the not too distant future.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Kelly M: Absolutely love ❤❤. Never visited marmaris but feel like I know the place and the people . Can't wait for the next one
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Joanna Wright: Just finished reading this and loved it, never laughed so much whilst reading a book.
01.08.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Just finished your book.....it was fab.....reminds me so much of my bestie... She loves her vodka too lol......so cant wait to get back to Marmaris in a sept now.....ill be on the look out for some of your x suitors to stay clear of them lol.....hoping there is a sequal xx
27.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Carla: This book is laugh out loud fabulous and absolutely hilarious, the wittiness of the author shines through throughout the whole book,I thoroughly enjoyed reading and I could not put it down.
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Rebecca Cahill: Absolutely loved this book, couldn't put it down!
Can really relate to it, especially if you have spent time in Marmaris. Entertaining, addictive and overall brilliant!
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Lisa McLoughlin: One word "Brilliant"!! Thoroughly enjoyed the book, finished it in a day as I just couldn't put it down. It's funny, witty and rather naughty! Louise certainly writes as she speaks and holds nothing back. Can't wait for the next one now. Well done Louise you should be very proud of yourself.
25.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Fantastic read - laughed, screamed out loud and shared each heart sinking moment with Lei on her quest to find 'the one'. . . engrossed from the word go! Congratulations Louise Bell.
24.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Loved this book from the 1st paragraph it's Hilarious from the beginning I chuckled thinking this is like my life story but in a different country....Gripped me and couldn't put the book down ... Well written and can't wait for the next book ..... 😂👍
24.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Shazzy: I found this a enjoyable read. Often with a smirk on my face, being familiar with Marmaris in like ohhhh how exciting to live this authors life. Well done and look forward to the next dear diary.....
23.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Jane Burton: Fantastic read couldnt put it down. I lived in Marmaris for over 6 years and it's so true to form even if it's fiction, loved it. Hope Louise writes more.
23.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Miss P A Roberts: Fabulous read, definitely recommend it, will look out for the next one.
21.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Fantastc book to read. Very funny and humorous . Would recommend this book to anyone that's been to Marmaris. Couldn't put the book down once I started it. Laughed all the way through it Well done Louise Bell
20.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Amazon Customer: Loved this book never wanted it to end .x
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Angie Orme: Loved this book. Louise's descriptions of her 'would be suitors' were very successfully brought to life! I could actually picture them. I worked with Louise as a rep in Turkey and she writes as she speaks, a very colourful character! The book is funny, naughty, told with absolute truth, no punches pulled! Wonder if it would make a stage play? Must look into this. Well done!
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Danielle Sevdan: As an girl living here also it was great to read about the truth for once and things that do really happen couldn't put it down and I have a 2 year old to run after lol xxxx
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Kelly Thomson: What can I say! Brilliant first book which had me laughing from start to finish! Light hearted read whether your in bed or on the beach! Look forward to the next instalment! And wondering what ever happened to the hip flask! Wonder if it found a new home!
18.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Alex Nelson: What a superb read !!! Couldn't stop finally finished this book now in 2 days!! Disappointed ive finished it !! Will have to read it again !!* Congratulations Louise hope we're going to have a sequel! !
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Chris Price: What a brilliant book, best book I've read in years, so funny, would recommend to anyone.
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Angela Turkey: Quick delivery and just as described - a great book too!
17.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Helen Cook: Well, I read this marvellous creation in a day, so that speaks volumes as I never finish a book!! What a roller coaster I've been on - I've laughed, I've cried (some tears of laughter, other tears of reflection on similar feelings in my own past), laughed a heck of a lot more, cringed, shouted 'nooooo, don't do it girl', cheered and given a few 'you go girl' fist pumps and felt as equally miffed at the sad loss of your hip flask.
I need the second book - NOW 😘
16.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Margaret Karagol: Brilliant book. Got no sleep as couldn't put it down. Found myself sorry when it finished as wanted it to go on. Really hope Louise Bell writes more. Well done Louise please write more x
15.07.16: Comments by Allyson Munarriz: You've made it Lou! I love that I can hear your voice as I read it. Reminds me of my repping days, the best summer of my life, getting up to no good and Marmaris, my second home.
15.07.15: Reviewed on Amazon by Louise Ricobi: Absolutely brilliant book, witty and relates to well to any single girl , took me back to my years in Marmaris 😍, very easy reading .
14.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Pamela A Groat (Kindle Edition): Really enjoyed this light reading! Well done on your debut book. Hope there is more to come from you! X
13.07.16: Comments by Eliie Hiko Yilmaz: Louise Im definitely addicted. I can't wait to finish it hope you have ur second one in the pipe line.....
12.07.16: Comments by Maggie Upton-Todd: Brilliant!! Already wanting to read the next book! Have you started writing it yet? Hilarious in parts could easily picture you doing these things x
11.07.16: Comments by Sharron Saunders: Bought it yesterday and finished it last night. Loved it and can't wait for the next one.
11.07.16: Comments by Dawn Jorgensen: Hi Louise, I just finished reading your book and wanted to tell you how great I thought it was. I've been ill this past week and it's really put smile on my face this last few days and reminded me of my summer in Marmaris. I couldn't put it down waiting to see what happened next. I've really enjoyed reading it and I hope it does really well for you. Let me know if you write another and I will definitely read that too. Well done! Dawn xx
11.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by Valerie G Evans (Paperback): Very funny laugh out loud book. Loved recognising some of the places in Marmaris .Cant wait for the next one X
09.07.16: Reviewed on Amazon by D Lewis-Dayle (Paperback) – author of The Auriala Chronicals and the forthcoming Connor Candlish series: “From the start, I laughed so much through Lei’s journey. I felt as though I was with her the whole time, rooting for her to get the man of her dreams!
NOTES: If you have a review that I can include, please send it to me via the contact page. I am always happy to receive reviews to know what readers think about the book :) Just as the book, I am also not easily offended!