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West Side Love Story - by Priscilla Oliveras (Paperback)

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  • A heart-stirring romance of star-crossed love, feuding familias, and the bonds of sisterhood by USA Today bestselling author Priscilla Oliveras.Two familias in Texas, both alike in dignity, rivalries, and passion...Having grown up in the nurturing household of Casa Capuleta, Mariana will do anything for familia.
  • Author(s): Priscilla Oliveras
  • 332 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Romance

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"Two familias in Texas, both alike in dignity, rivalries, and passion...Having grown up in the nurturing household of Casa Capuleta, Mariana will do anything for familia. To solve her adoptive parents' financial problems amid their rapidly changing San Antonio comunidad, Mariana and her younger sisters are determined to win the Battle of the Mariachi Bands. That means competing against Hugo Montero, their father's archnemesis, and his band and escalating a decades-old feud. It also raises the stakes of Mariana's forbidden attraction for a certain dark-eyed mariachi who sets her heart racing. To Angelo Montero's familia, Mariana is also strictly off-limits. But that doesn't stop him from pursuing her. As their secret affair intensifies and the competition grows fierce, they're swept up in a brewing storm of betrayals, rivalries, and broken ties. Against the odds, they vow to bring peace. But sacrifices must be made and consequences weighed for two star-crossed lovers to make beautiful music together."--Provided by publisher.



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A heart-stirring romance of star-crossed love, feuding familias, and the bonds of sisterhood by USA Today bestselling author Priscilla Oliveras.

Two familias in Texas, both alike in dignity, rivalries, and passion...

Having grown up in the nurturing household of Casa Capuleta, Mariana will do anything for familia. To solve her adoptive parents' financial problems amid their rapidly changing San Antonio comunidad, Mariana and her younger sisters are determined to win the Battle of the Mariachi Bands. That means competing against Hugo Montero, their father's archnemesis, and his band and escalating a decades-old feud. It also raises the stakes of Mariana's forbidden attraction for a certain dark-eyed mariachi who sets her heart racing.

To Angelo Montero's familia, Mariana is also strictly off-limits. But that doesn't stop him from pursuing her. As their secret affair intensifies and the competition grows fierce, they're swept up in a brewing storm of betrayals, rivalries, and broken ties. Against the odds, they vow to bring peace. But sacrifices must be made and consequences weighed for two star-crossed lovers to make beautiful music together.



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"Romeo and Juliet gets a fresh retelling through two rival San Antonio families and their dueling mariachi bands." --Kirkus Reviews

"A sparkling tribute to the rivalries of Romeo and Juliet, with none of the tragedy and all of the swoony romance." --Library Journal

"Reading a Priscilla Oliveras book is like being wrapped in a warm hug, and West Side Love Story is no exception." --Entertainment Weekly

"This romance is a delightful take on Romeo and Juliet that feels fresh and melodious." --BuzzFeed

"Replace the gangs in West Side Story with competing mariachi bands from feuding families in gentrifying San Antonio, and you have this epic and uplifting tale. Love feels alive on each page, between not just the star-crossed lovers but also the tightly knit families." --Woman's Day

"A sweet romance and complicated family dynamics make this brilliantly executed Romeo and Juliet retelling a must-read. This is Priscilla Oliveras's best yet!" --Farrah Rochon, USA Today bestselling author of The Dating Playbook

"West Side Love Story is the perfect harmony of love, familia, and fate. Priscilla Oliveras's characters shine as much as her stories shine a light on issues facing real people and reading West Side Love Story is like dancing with your favorite person on a warm summer night." --Denise Williams, author of How to Fail at Flirting and The Fastest Way to Fall

"Nothing is more romantic than forbidden love and this book pulls it off gorgeously. Priscilla Oliveras writes in musical prose about longing and passion and our duties and love for our families with great understanding. Bravo!" --Barbara O'Neal, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of When We Believed in Mermaids

"Priscilla Oliveras charms with a story full of passion and heart that celebrates the treasure of families, whether found or biological." --K.M. Jackson, USA Today bestselling author

"West Side Love Story captures the very best things about Latinx communities: fiercely loving families, passionate strivers, and joyfully embracing who we are. This delightful enemies-to-lovers romance is full of swoon-worthy moments and brimming with strong female characters. You will be rooting as hard for Mariana's all-girl mariachi band as you will for the hard earned HEA." --Adriana Herrera, USA Today bestselling author

"Priscilla Oliveras always writes with warmth and heart, and West Side Love Story is no exception. If you love a dreamy romance that is rooted in reality, put this book at the top of your to-be-read list. Not only will you enjoy a swoon-worthy star-crossed love story, but you will also experience the world of mariachi music, the real cost of gentrification, and the true meaning of family and loyalty. Can't wait for the next in the series!" --Jamie Beck, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author

"This promises to be an epic story filled with delicious tension, bitter rivalries, and hard-fought redemption, and I'm confident that in Oliveras's talented hands, we'll get the satisfying happily-ever-after we deserve." --Mia Sosa, bestselling author of The Worst Best Man, for Oprah Daily


Dimensions (Overall): 8.11 Inches (H) x 5.35 Inches (W) x .94 Inches (D)
Weight: .65 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 332
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Romance
Publisher: Montlake
Theme: Contemporary
Format: Paperback
Author: Priscilla Oliveras
Language: English
Street Date: June 1, 2022
TCIN: 85090917
UPC: 9781542031233
Item Number (DPCI): 247-48-9747
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Refreshing and immersive romance!

Priscilla Oliveras’ refreshing romance West Side Love Story is the first book in her new Queens of Mariachi series. Set in San Antonio, Texas, the reader is immersed in the Latin culture of two rival families as they compete in the Battle of the Mariachi Bands. Inspired by West Side Story and Romeo and Juliet, I adored this enemies to lovers tale about sisters, music, and a secret romance! Living in Texas, I’ve been to San Antonio multiple times, but I can’t recall ever reading a book set in the beautiful city. It brought the book alive even more for me, especially when some of the scenes are set in locations I’ve been to, including the well-known Mi Tierra restaurant where we always stop to eat when we visit. I enjoyed the familiarity of the setting, which is always a nice bonus. West Side Love Story is told from two points of view, Mariana the eldest of the Capuleta sisters and Angelo Montero, nephew to Hugo Montero, who has a long-standing grudge against Mariana’s adoptive parents. After a Shakespearean-inspired prologue, the book opens with an enchanting meet-cute between our two star-crossed lovers. I liked our leads from the start. Mariana has a heavy load on her shoulders, feeling responsible for her siblings, her parents, and her patients where she works at the local hospital. She takes her role very seriously, but she can’t resist how being with Angelo seems to lighten her burdens, reminding her to enjoy life, as well. Angelo was forced to grow up fast when his parents passed away, leaving him responsible for his younger sister. He’s kind and self-assured and he doesn’t fight his feelings for Mariana, which I found so refreshing. While this one is promoted as an enemies to lovers romance, just like its inspiration, it’s the families that are enemies, forcing our love interests into a secret relationship, which is fun to read. Especially when our two leads hold themselves to a high moral standard, wanting to do the right thing, but unable to fight their attraction. While this one is a closed door romance, it still had plenty of spice with Oliveras’ gift for captivating love scenes. Besides the romance, this story also centers on Mariana’s relationship with her sisters, especially her younger foster sibling, Nina, who has recently come to stay at the Capuleta home but is struggling to accept her new family. And, of course, at the heart of the book is the Battle of the Mariachi Bands. I’m always a fan of books that also feature music, and knowing Oliveras was inspired by her own family’s musical history made the story even more endearing. Make sure to add West Side Love Story to your summer reading list, especially if you’re longing to immerse yourself in a local culture and a romance with a satisfying ending! I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to Priscilla Oliveras and Netgalley for providing me with an advance copy.
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