This is my first book by this author, I enjoyed it from beginning to end. I know I will be looking to read more from this author. This is a well develped story about vampires and their lives. The characters are strong, supportive, and connectable. They took me on some twists and turns that left me turning pages. Rowena has some decisions to make that could affect herself and her family. Will she accept what is being offered? I highly recommend reading her story and find out what happens next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2019-11-07 16:11:072019-11-07 16:11:07Vampire State by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Bobbi Wagner
DP Payne is one of those must read authors, especially when it comes down to PNR. I had read a few of the Supernatural Love stories prior to this box set being released and I am so glad that I got the chance to scoop them all up in one neat package to devour at my own pace and time. I also adore box sets when they are from my favorite series and authors because it makes the ability to gift them to family and friends and spread that author love. Each book could be read in whichever order and at your discretion but I read them as they were arranged and loved every moment of it. The option to bounce around is there as long as you read them all, because they are too good to pass up. Ill give you a touch on each book but these really should just be scooped right up and devoured. You won’t regret it once you do. I look forward to finding out what else we will get from DP Payne in the near future! I am sure it will be wonderful!
~Parched~ This scooped my heart up and crushed it, then proceeded to put it all back together in a way I never knew I needed. Yes this has it all and dives into the greedy, dirty, sexy parts of life. Each of the characters shined in their own way and complemented the story perfectly grasped my attention for the next awaited book. There is 4000 plus years of angst packed into this short and sweet love story that will give you a taste of the dark paranormal as well. All around a five star read on its own.
~Cursed~ We get a bit more time travel with this one and of course some more of that paranormal and dark twisty love that we love reading from DP Payne. I was so excited to see the woman heroine shine in this novel and it made for some funny parts as she stood her ground. The names caught me up a tad in this book, simply because I am a fast reader and sometimes I found the flow thrown off with trying to make sure I got the name to sound right in my head. All a personal preference though so this book comes in at a strong four stars. Not my favorite of the group but I still loved it nonetheless. A very mummy like trip that I really was happy to have had the chance to read. I am so ready to get my hands on Spirited though!
~Spirited~ Margot and Blake steal the story with Spirited, and the favorite spot for me with this series. I adored Margot, in fact she reminds me of myself in some ways for sure. I can be a bit of a smartyalec and she is the epitome of one. I found myself high-fiving and cheering her on a few spots. I really loved her lol. I also enjoyed the setting of New Orleans, it really shined in the novel and took me away. Blake was a blast to follow as well and I really just overall enjoyed this book! Murder, laughter, dark and magical feelings, and of course the heat of romance all combine to make this one shine the brightest of them all!
Each of these books are different yet alike, something I really enjoyed and even more so was something that broke up the monotony of reading that I sometimes find myself in. I can’t wait to share this with some friends and reread them for myself in the near future! Hope to see more of these box sets as well!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2019-11-07 15:59:312019-11-07 16:24:57Supernatural Love Stories in the Absurd: Four Book Collection by Gwyn McNamee writing as D.P. Payne – Review by Liz Vrchota
This is a great anthology that has ten hot stories of men and women working as first responders. Great authors, some new to me and others my favorite. Each story is different, you are sure to find your favorite among them. One of my favorites is Reconstructed Heart. I loved how I was pulled into the story from the beginning. Trey makes a nasty discovery at a scene of an accident. Now his heart and faith are in need of healing. Will Jenna be the one to heal him? I highly recommend this book.
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The story Lost in Carmel by Terri Lee is an amazing book. It pulled me in from the beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. The story had my emotions going up and down the entire time I was reading it. I loved reading about Natalie Hampton. She is the main character in the book. The author did an amazing job of making her character come alive. Natalie is a character that I couldn’t help but grow to love with each chapter that I read. This story tells of Natalie’s journey and about those she meets along the way as well as the situations that she finds herself in. There are ups and downs, heartbreaking and heartwarming moments. I found Natalie a woman who is intelligent, strong, and one that learns to be self-reliant. What does the future hold for Natalie? Read this book to find out. I enjoyed the interactions between the additional characters in the story and Natalie. This is a book that touched my heart. If you are looking for a story that has an amazing storyline and wonderful characters, look no further. I highly recommend reading it.
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Fire & Ice (Spicetopia Book 3) By: Phoebe Alexander 5 out of 5 stars
The story Fire & Ice (Spicetopia Book 3) by Phoebe Alexander is a book that is entertaining, steamy, and I found that I didn’t want to put it down until I read the last page. There is sabotage being directed at Spicetopia. Will the culprit be caught? Read this book to find out. I loved reading about Neve and Enya. These two don’t always see eye to eye. Is their bantering showing that there is an attraction between them? What does the future hold for Neve, Enya, and Spicetopia? This story has some very steamy romantic scenes that make the temperature in the room rise. There are additional characters that interact with Neve and Enya. Most of them are helpful. Then there are those with their own agenda and will do anything to make their plans succeed. Don’t miss out on a wonderful story that has great characters. I highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2019-11-07 15:48:552019-11-07 16:20:29Fire & Ice (Spicetopia #3) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Laura Furuta
This is a great collection of stories that will warm your heart right to your soul. There is a little bit of everything from romance to paranormal. Each story is unique, engaging and well written. You will find stories about keeping secrets, about confronting the past, second chances and more. You will find a favorite among these as well as meet a new author or two. I highly recommend this holiday collection set, they will keep you warm on a cold night.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2019-11-07 15:43:202019-11-07 15:43:20Love in the Lowcountry (A Winter Holiday Collection Book 1) Featuring Poinsettias for Carly by Michele Sims – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Lost in Carmel by Terri Lee is an emotional and completely relatable story. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I have to say I was so impressed with the way she crafted this story. It is so easy to look at the typical Hollywood lifestyle and assume you know it all. However this book takes a look at the darker side to it and really takes you on an emotional rollercoaster. It is so easy to connect with Natalie and empathise with that she is feeling. While she might be a star her feelings and her concerns are completely normal. I was impressed with this boll from start to finish and it has definitely whet my appetite for more books by this author.
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Courage of Us (Code of Honor Book 1) by Brooke May
5 +++++ Stars
I loved this book so so much, this is only my second read by this author and that has to change because I absolutely love her writing style and her creative storylines.
Patience is probably one of my favorite characters ever..I want to be her friend and hang out with all her friends as well. I truly felt like I was inside this book while reading. I loved the parents and Aunt Satin cracked me up. I wanted to slap Duke upside the head, I was so mad at him for a good part of this book, he did finally win me over and I was able to forgive him, took me a bit longer than it did Patience, I wanted to slap her as well for not making him grovel a bit more.
This story had me hooked from page one and I seriously had problems putting it down until I finished. I loved all the interaction and I felt almost every emotion while reading, I smiled a lot, but it also made me seriously sad for everything Patience went through.
I hope there is more to come from this town and all these characters. I would love for all the guys to come home and have more interaction with the whole group…
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I loved this story but who doesn’t love a holiday story that will warm your heart. This is a great holiday story about second chance romance. This is a well written story by two great authors that have created strong, connectable characters as well as make you feel part of the story. Penelope and Artemis never expected to see each other at the airport, least of all be stranded together there. Will they be able to rekindle what they once had? I highly recommend this must read holiday story.
This is a new author for me and I enjoyed this book. I can’t wait to check out the other books in this series. This is a well written story that has well develped characters that bring the story to life. They are connectable and will keep you reading to the end. Many characters with lots of things going on with even a twist that you won’t want to miss. I loved Addie’s character and found myself hoping that she and Robert would find their HEA. I highly recommend finding out what happens with them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2019-11-07 13:39:542019-11-07 13:39:54Addie: To Wager on Her Future (Other Pens, Mansfield Park book 5) by Leenie Brown – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I really don’t know how each book can be so different but so good! Adult-only theme park? Yes please! BDSM, swingers, and danger oh my! And the sexy time was oh so hot!
I love the characters in this series, each one has a story. Each story is developed just enough for the reader to keep turning the pages! Sometimes characters resonate with the reader and sometimes it’s the words that are written. Every reader is bound to find something with Alexander’s stories.
Start by reading the first in this series so you can love all the characters, all the mischief, all the fun Alexander has to offer. This series is not for readers under 18, not for readers with closed minds. I think Enya said it best: “I didn’t think it was the right thing for me. Not that I blamed anyone else for enjoying it…”
Courage of Us by Brooke May is the first installment in the Code of Honor series. It is a precious military novel that I couldn’t put down after I picked up. The plot of the story was highly entertaining and quickly grabbed my attention. The characters were very developed and thought out very well. Patience and Duke were best friends from the time they were in diapers. After graduation Duke leaves and joins the Marines. Patience moves on with her life and falls into a terrible marriage that she cannot wait to get out of. Both Duke and Patience have been through so much in all their time apart and after he gets medically discharged and comes back home, the 2 reconnect. I was very unhappy with the way Duke left Patience, and it seemed like he was forgiven too easy. However I can see why the forgiveness was given over so easily as Patience has secrets of her own, that she also wants to be forgiven for. It was a pleasant read getting to watch the 2 of them rekindle their connection and build a foundation of moving on with their lives.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cassihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCassi2019-11-07 12:45:072019-11-07 13:32:20Courage of Us (Code of Honor Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Cassi Rogers
Ian is Shinree. A magic users whos race has an addiction to using magic. However after Ian used magic to end a war and in the process killed his fellow soliders and the woman he loved he vowed to stay clear of magic for good.
However that has to change when there is conflict all over the place. He is sworn to protect the Rella empire but to do this is has to use his magic. With the help of some unlikely friends he starts on a journey to save Rella and on the way he learns more about his past and his history than he ever expected to know.
Its a page turner with loads of twists and turns the good guys turn out to be bad, the bad guys turn out to be good. No one is who they seem to be and all the while Ian has to work all this out and deal with his magic addiction before it takes over him for good.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2019-11-07 12:41:052019-11-07 13:29:55The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L.Schneider – Review by Kerry Carr
I didn’t know what to expect with this book. It was a little confusing at first with the four characters with similar names, but I quickly caught on where it was going and was pleasantly surprised. The premise of the book is like nothing I have ever read, having 4 different versions of the same character in parallel universes. But each one is unique in their own way, but there are similarities too. I really enjoyed comparing them and also seeing who has what in common. The author essentially made 4 main characters, each with their own world and secondary characters. In my opinion, she did a wonderful job of this, it could have easily gotten confusing. I really would love to learn more of each of the versions, they were great. And it was hard to pick a favorite, I liked them all for different reasons.
But there’s more than just the girls. In their own way, each one discovers more about their family. Some knew parts, others knew nothing. Their search leads them into trouble though. This is a YA scifi book, but it’s so much more too. It’s about discovering who you are and what you will do, the importance of loved ones, and finding the perfect balance. There is love, suspense, action, and some parts that will make you quite sad.
Overall, this is a well-rounded book and I highly recommend it.
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Supernatural Love Stories in the Absurd: Four Book Collection by Gwyn McNamee writing as D.P Payne 4 Stars
Parched: This story puts an interesting twist on the legend of the Wendigo. A man cursed to be a wendigo meets a woman with insatiable sexual needs. An extremely sexy love story. These pages are sizzling hot!
Cursed: An archeologist stumbles upon a tomb of a cursed pharaoh. He awakens every thirty four years and as luck would have it, he wakes when she enters. With three days alive, can these two break the curse placed upon him four thousand years ago?
Spirited: Unknowingly a contractor buys a haunted house to renovate. Unfortunately, falling in love with a ghost can really put a kink in your relationship. These two need to come up with some drastic measures if their love can survive the barriers of death.
Loched: This was an interesting twist to the myth of the Loch Ness Monster. Lore, myth and magic meld together to bring this wonderful story to life. Man or monster, can he be both?
Four books filled with love, laughter and a multitude of sexiness. Definitely a must read!
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This is a lovely story that revolves around pet adoption. The clinics, the people that work there and the dog that brings people together. I liked the idea of this book. The reading of it was a bit of a struggle for me. I couldn’t keep my interest in the story. The characters were nice. I liked them but didn’t love them.
The ending was nice and the evergreen thing was cool. I did like that the story swirls around pet adoption and brings awareness to the no-kill shelter
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Whoever said nothing ventured, nothing gained never had her heart on the line…
Adela Atwood grew up immersed in the world of horse breeding and racing. She comes from a family of risk-takers. Ignoring the usual rearing for a girl, her father allowed Addie to take the reins of her own destiny, and she has sat in life’s saddle ever since. Unfortunately, her brother is also a gambler and, unlike Addie, is no stranger to losing. This time, however, it is more than mere pounds at stake as Addie’s beloved horse and maybe even her brother’s life are caught up in the bargain.
Robert Eldridge was also raised surrounded by horses. In fact, he is the owner of a stable of animals which have often placed well in the races at Newcastle. When his friend nearly died the previous year, he learned that sometimes when you gamble, you lose, and some things are more precious than money.
With her father lying at death’s door and her brother facing a formidable adversary, Addie’s life is set on end. Robert, who is visiting the Atwood’s neighbors at Mansfield Park, feels compelled to offer his assistance in helping sort out the mess Addie’s brother has created.
What should have been a simple scheme to rid the Atwoods of a problem, draws Robert in and places him in a precarious position that will require them to combine their talents if they hope to have a chance at success against their foe. However, Addie knows all too well that losses are part of the gamble. Many things are irreplaceable in life, but her heart would be the most precious thing of all to lose.
Leenie Brown has always been a girl with an active imagination, which, while growing up, was both an asset, providing many hours of fun as she played out stories, and a liability, when her older sister and aunt would tell her frightening tales.At one time, they had her convinced Dracula lived in the trunk at the end of the bed she slept in when visiting her grandparents!
Although it has been years since she cowered in her bed in her grandparents’ basement, she still has an imagination which occasionally runs away with her, and she feeds it now as she did then ─ by reading!
Her heroes, when growing up, were authors, and the worlds they painted with words were (and still are) her favourite playgrounds! Now, as an adult, she spends much of her time in the Regency world, playing with the characters from her favourite Jane Austen novels and those of her own creation.
When she is not traipsing down a trail in an attempt to keep up with her imagination, Leenie resides in the beautiful province of Nova Scotia with her two sons and her very own Mr. Brown (a wonderful mix of all the best of Darcy, Bingley, and Edmund with a healthy dose of the teasing Mr. Tilney and just a dash of the scolding Mr. Knightley).
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In one fell swoop, the resistance was shattered. Lives were taken. Hope was lost. Peace slipped like grains of sand through his fingers. So did the Crown of Stones. Now, forced into hiding, Ian Troy grapples for a way to save the realm—and free its people—from the sadistic clutches of Jem Reth; Mirra’kelan’s new self-appointed emperor. Plagued with the knowledge of a tragic future, he strives to influence events and save those he cares for. But his magic has betrayed him, and Fate has other plans.
Marked by the crown, hindered by the transformation spell contained within, each cast brings Ian one step closer to becoming more beast than man. Each move brings the death and destruction foretold in his vision inexplicably nearer. With Langor on the brink of war, and King Malaq’s plan for peace hanging in the balance, Ian returns to the ancient past; seeking an end to the eldring spell and a means to thwart Jem’s growing domination. What he finds there sets off a chain of revelations that leads Ian places he never thought to go.
Entrusted with the future of his race, Ian becomes the linchpin for lasting change. But how much weight can one man carry? And how much is he willing to sacrifice in the name of peace?
Magic-Borne is the final installment in The Crown of Stones Trilogy.
C.L. Schneider is a multi-award-winning author of adult epic and urban fantasy, including The Crown of Stones Trilogy and the Nite Fire Series. Born in a small Kansas town, she currently resides in New York’s scenic Hudson Valley Region with her husband and two sons.
Learn more about C.L. Schneider, and the worlds she creates, at clschneiderauthor.com where you can read reviews, excerpts and sneak peeks, subscribe to her newsletter, and join her Street Team. Connect with her on social media, where she is often found chatting about the daily ups and downs of a writer’s life.
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Swirling snow may have stranded me at this tiny airport in the middle of nowhere on Christmas Eve, but it has nothing on the storm raging inside me when he walks into the terminal.
Artemis Warren.
My first love and the man who shattered my world.
I thought I locked my feelings for him safely away in the past, but one look is all it takes for me to drown in his icy blue eyes again.
So much time has passed.
I’m no longer that naïve teenager standing on a beach, wishing the boy would choose me.
Now, I’m hiding a secret that could unravel both our lives.
ARTEMIS
The emergency landing in Nowheresville is more than an inconvenience.
It’s a disaster.
The annual family holiday party in NYC was my chance to make the statement I’ve been dreaming of for so long.
Now, all my best laid plans will have to wait until I can get out of here and back to civilization.
Nothing can salvage this day.
Yet seeing Penelope Barnes again turns this bad situation into the opportunity of a lifetime.
Reuniting with the only woman I’ve ever loved would be the ultimate Christmas gift.
But how can I heal the old wounds and fit into the new life she created?
When temperatures drop and snowflakes fly, can love find a way to weather the storm for the ultimate Christmas miracle?
Gwyn McNamee is an attorney, writer, wife, and mother (to one human baby and two fur babies). Originally from the Midwest, Gwyn relocated to her husband’s home town of Las Vegas in 2015 and is enjoying her respite from the cold and snow.Gwyn has been writing down her crazy stories and ideas for years and finally decided to share them with the world.She loves to write stories with a bit of suspense and action mingled with romance and heat.
When she isn’t either writing or voraciously devouring any books she can get her hands on, Gwyn is busy adding to her tattoo collection, golfing, and stirring up trouble with her perfect mix of sweetness and sarcasm (usually while wearing heels).
Gwyn is the author of The Hawke Family Series, The Slip Series, The Deadliest Sin Series, The Inland Seas Series, and The Supernatural Love Stories in the Absurd (as her alter-ego D.P. Payne).
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Revive was a great 4 star read and book three in the Rewind series and can be read as a stand alone.
I really liked Brandon and Patrick and their story. Brandon is a single father who has been struggling with coming out, when he has a one night stand with a hot man things get even harder for him. Brandon gets a very unexpected surprise when he meets his new therapist, Patrick, the one night stand.
Will the chemistry between these two test the patient, doctor boundaries? Can they have more?
Patrick has certain issues with bi men, and when he discovers Brandon is bi can he get past his issues? We also learn why Patrick feels the way he does, which helped me understand his feelings.
Overall I really enjoyed this read. All of the secondary characters were great, I had several LOL moments. I really like the alternating POV, it gives you a chance to see what each of them are thinking. This isn’t a genre I read often but I was really pulled in by Rowan Shaw’s writing and I look forward to reading more from her. 1-click and get started today on this read.
Dickson puts together a gripping suspense that keeps the reader guessing. I had not read anything else in the series before picking this up but will go back and catch up after reading this installment. Crime/suspense lovers will enjoy this caper. From beginning to end I found the detail captivating and the characters interesting. Very enjoyable read and one I will recommend to others.
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“Can’t a big guy have interests and scholarly pursuits?”
FIRE & ICE is the 3rd book in the “Spicetopia” series and as long as you know that Spicetopia is an adult theme park (“and by adults, I mean ADULTS”), you should be able to follow along with no problem. Each book in the series surrounds a different couple and each story is fully actualized and doesn’t heavily rely on the previous story (well until it does, but at that point you should be familiar with the whose who of the theme park).
Book 3 stars Neve and Enya, they are as opposite as – well fire and ice. He is “The Iceman” and she is fiery. That’s how it looks on the outside anyway. While Neve “wasn’t a partier and didn’t really like people” he is more than willing to do his job and keep his people safe. Enya is the Director of PR, is half Neve’s size and talks as much as he is silent. They are both huge assets to business.
The banter and comedic dynamic that this couple exhibits was fun to read. This book is full of action and suspense and there is a sense of togetherness that just naturally seems to come to the H and h. There were times that I just wasn’t sure were the next turn of events would lead us. There was never a dull moment and the story turned pages on its own.
As with all of this author’s books, this was a fast and satisfying read which I absolutely recommend.
side note: There is a paragraph that contains a discussion about the male lead’s name. I went to the internet to see if I was pronouncing it right and went down a rabbit hole of videos showing how to pronounce MY OWN NAME. Trust me, don’t do it, just trust that you are pronouncing everything correctly… hahaha
STARS FALL FROM THE SKY is the second book in the “Reigning Hearts” series but can be read as a stand-alone.
If I may make a suggestion before I begin this review, read with a box of tissues handy. Emotions abound in parts of this moving story.
As with other books by this author, the story has a terrific flow from beginning to end, the characters are well developed, little drama (besides the obvious) and some swoon worthy scenes for sure. This is one of those books that can be read in one sitting and a feeling of contentment should be felt after THE END.
This is a visually written story which, at times, was breathtakingly painful. I can only image how hard it is to write an emotional tale and think this author handled the intricacies well.
I would absolutely recommend this book and this author. **** Review by @mauraharper
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maura Harperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaura Harper2019-11-06 18:18:322019-11-06 19:36:20Stars Fall From the Sky (Reigning Hearts Book Two) by KG Fletcher – Review by Maura Harper
Ricochet by Kathryn Berla was an interesting and exciting read. I was thrown for a loop with the introduction of each version of Tatiana and her life in the various time lines. It was fascinating and everything came together as the story progressed. This story was definitely well thought out and organized. It ended up being easy keeping up with the differing lines. I loved it. The author also did an excellent job with the development of each version of Tatiana. They were all the same but at the same time different. This was a fun read. I highly recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Madison Degraffenreidhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMadison Degraffenreid2019-11-06 17:33:452019-11-06 18:47:34Ricochet by Kathryn Berla – Review by Madison Degraffenreid
Evergreen by Mya O’Malley is a surprising fun read that actually teaches us many lessons AND it is so different from the other book I have read by this writer so I am really pleased I picked up a copy! Evergreen is Juniper (June for short) and Graham’s story but in reality the true star of the show is Maxine! I promise you will fall in love with this lovable Great Dane that plays a vital role in June and Graham’s relationship! I love how the writer is using the rescue animals as one of the main elements in her story line; I think that it reminds us how important pets can be/are in our lives … Be prepared to laugh and feel sad and angry and also be prepared to hope and love … June has her baggage and it is hard for her to trust and open up to people but she has come out the other side in one piece and stronger even if she does not believe it herself … and then we have Graham, the sexy shy school teacher that brings the banter and hope and … love … Well done Ms O’Malley and thank you for this modern fairy tale!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jana Teppihhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJana Teppih2019-11-06 17:11:592019-11-06 18:45:47Evergreen by Mya O’Malley – Review by Jana Teppih
I have absolutely loved every single read in this series, each one while being a quick read, keeps you utterly captivated from start till finish, and leave you wanting more from each book, to see the character’s journey continue and to see where this author can take them. These books are full to the brim with sexiness, steaminess, adventure, history & just brilliant well developed storylines.
With each book giving us new characters and a new supernatural character, you can’t help but be excited about what you are about to get. They are well-developed characters that are strong, and know what they want and won’t stop in order to find love, and get their HEA.
I can’t wait to read more from this author and see what others stories she brings to the Supernatural Love Stories in the Absurd. I highly recommend these stories you won’t want to miss them!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Chantelle Smithhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChantelle Smith2019-11-06 16:56:282019-11-06 18:42:26Supernatural Love Stories in the Absurd: Four Book Collection by Gwyn McNamee writing as D.P. Payne – Review by Chantelle Smith
Courage of Us by Brooke May is the first book in the Code of Honor series. This book is a fantastic read that really draws you, as the reader, into its pages. The author immediately builds the connection between you and the characters. I knew right from the word go that I wanted Patience and Duke to find their happy ever after. The story was well paced too. The author gradually developed the story and the emotions within it. You could feel Patience’s pain on each page. This was a brilliant start to a new series and another great book by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2019-11-06 15:38:532019-11-06 16:37:43Courage of Us (Code of Honor Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C.L. Schneider is an exciting story that I found to be really unique and utterly captivating. Before I had even picked up this book I was drawn to it, from the cover that instantly caught my eyes to the description that completely hooked my attention. When I delved into it the story itself was just as good. It was a detailed story that painted the picture of what was happening so vividly it honestly felt like I was there at times. I loved how none of the characters were made to seem perfect. It actually meant that I connected with them all that bit more because you could see their flaws. This is a brilliant way to start a series and I cannot wait to see what is to come next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2019-11-06 15:35:272019-11-06 16:35:12The Crown of Stones: Magic-Price by C. L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker
Let me start by saying that this is one of the best ‘feelgood’ stories I have read in quite some time. It is such a sweet and charming story, and it has a real ‘cozy’ feel to it. So, grab yourself a cup of hot cocoa, a fluffy blanket and find a comfortable seat, and get lost in this wonderful story for a few hours. Evergreen by Mya O’Malley is quite a bit different from the other books of hers that I have read, so that took me by surprise- a really wonderful surprise. I really enjoyed her other books, but I think this may just be my favourite of them all. This heart-warming story gave me all those warm and fuzzy feelings that I love so much. This beautiful story, with such endearing characters is one I won’t soon forget. But it’s a mysterious and loveable Great Dane named Maxine who really stole the whole show for me. I adored her. Now I am scouring the internet looking for Great Dane breeders in my area so I can get one of my own! That’s how much this story grabbed me. It is a fairly short story, which makes for a very quick and easy read- I consumed it all in one easy sitting. The storyline switches back and forth from past to present perspectives quite seamlessly and helped to build the story. I really recommend this book to anyone who loves a feelgood story, with wonderful characters, and a lovely romance. You are sure to love it as much as I have. I really can’t wait to read whatever Ms. O’Malley does next- she never disappoints!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2019-11-06 11:34:272019-11-06 12:13:32Evergreen by Mya O’Malley – Review by Angela Hayes
The story Hidden Tracks by Zoe Lee is a contemporary romance book. Once I started, I found that it pulled me in, and I didn’t want to put it down until the final page. The book had my emotions going up and down the entire time that I was reading it. It is well-written, and it made me feel like I was right there with the characters. I loved reading about Astrid and Seth. Astrid is a strong, independent, intelligent, and beautiful woman. She is a respected music journalist. That is how she meets Seth. Seth is a man who loves music, be it either singing or writing. He is also a man that was asked by Downbeat to play with them. He then meets Astrid. Both of them feel a pull towards each other. Their relationship starts off as a casual one. Will they find that their feelings for each other are starting to grow stronger? What does the future hold for Astrid and Seth? What would happen if Seth starts moving towards stardom? Read this book to find out. I enjoyed the bantering back and forth between many of the characters. Many of them are friends and they have a good time together. I grew to care about Astrid and Seth with every chapter that I read and wanted them to be happy. Don’t miss out on an amazing story with wonderful characters. I highly recommend reading it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2019-11-06 11:01:552019-11-06 12:11:33Hidden Tracks by Zoe Lee – Review by Laura Furuta
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