Perfect! I love Christmas! This story was wonderful, it had drama, romance, and all things Christmas. The characters were all well developed and the story flowed nicely. I really loved the names for the characters such as, Happy Flake, Tinsel, Freckles, PeeWee and many others, it really brought the image of Christmas to life. I really admire Jenny for doing what she thought was best for her family even though it wasn’t what she really wanted. The fact that when she meets Logan after his plane crashes at the north pole and it makes her feel sparks of course cements in all our minds that they belong together, I was very worried throughout the whole book that the life that he couldn’t remember would ruin any future he and Jenny would have together. Benign, one of the suitors for Jenny’s hand and a prospective King or new Mr. Claus seems shady through the whole book, but when he makes the decision to share some news with Logan that could change his life, I saw him in a different light. He really is a good man, who is mourning his lost love. The ending was beautiful, sweet and surprising, because I had forgotten all about the wishing tree that Jenny shared with Logan earlier in the book. I would highly recommend this book to any Christmas lover and any romance lover.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2020-07-02 10:58:422020-07-02 12:33:06Wrapped Up In You by Erin Bevan – Review by Carrie Reed
“You’ve heard it before but you haven’t yet seen how Cassie and Harry do it…” The classic tale of sobbing one’s heart out to a bartender gets its own twist.
What happens when a sexy as hell bartender, tropical location, and a disheartened young woman all come together? Trouble, and that’s just the beginning.
Cassie finds herself revealing far too much to Harry, the hot local bartender, on the first night of her friend’s destination bachelorette party. Harry is no stranger to heartache, he’s had enough of his share to go around. Being an expert, of sorts, with broken hearts and women, it’s obvious that Cassie’s fiancé back home doesn’t deserve a woman like her.
It takes one to know one when it comes to a player, Harry figures. But that’s just it– Harry’s playing days might just be over, he knows every manipulative move Cassie’s fiancé , Evan, makes and more. With just a short week to get to know Cassie, can Harry prove that one–Evan is all wrong for her? Two– that Harry, himself is done with his own games, and finally– does a man such as himself even deserve Cassie?
Harry’s not sure, but one thing is certain–a man like Evan does not. Harry lays all on the line for what he can only explain away as love at first sight. A gut feeling and so much more. If only he can convince Cassie to take a chance on him, Harry just might have a shot at changing his reputation as the island’s most eligible bachelor and ending his own tales of heartache at his local tiki bar.
***The Sun, Sand & A Ring On My Hand Collection from Blue Tulip Publishing is a collection of 3 standalone novellas. Get a head start on summer with these engaging contemporary romances!
Mya O’Malley was born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, where she currently resides with her family.
Mya’s passion is writing; she has been creating stories and poetry since she was a child. She earned her undergraduate degree in special education and a graduate degree in reading and literacy.
Mya is a published writer of contemporary romance, young adult, and paranormal romance/mysteries. Presently, Mya’s novels have been published by Solstice Publishing, Clean Reads, TouchPoint Press, and Blue Tulip Publishing.
Mya spends her free time honing her skills in photography, painting, and reading just about anything she can get her hands on. Mya loves to travel; she has visited several amazing locations such as Aruba, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Costa Rica, Canada, Australia, and Ireland
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The Feisty Heroines Romance Collection is an amazing set of different stories from different authors. I really like anthologies because it gives me a chance to read multiple different short stories as well as experience new authors. This book has many strong heroines as the main characters as the title says, these stories have everything including paranormal, historical and basic romance stories. All of which are wonderful reads. One really wonderful story is Good Bones by Maggie Adams. In this story we meet Casey and Griffin. Griffin wants to take over s large mansion that he believes has something important from his late grandfather, Casey works at this mansion that is currently a hospice home, she owns and runs it along with Mona. She wants to transform the mansion into a B&B but Griffin wants to purchase the land and turn it into a golf resort. Casey puts her foot down and will stop at nothing to make sure that her land never gets into Griffin’s hands. The story is a perfect short and wonderful read. There weren’t any stories in this anthology that I didn’t like. I highly recommend this book to any romance lover.
Kerry Vance is a legend. He’s a leather-lunged, Grammy-nominated, heavy metal madman. When he dies under mysterious circumstances at the start of his latest European tour, his fans are crushed. On the outside it looks like just another rock-n-roll tragedy, another talented musician done in by excess. But, to his friends and family, something is amiss.
As they search for answers, a mysterious woman from Kerry’s past comes to them and tells them that Kerry’s death was no accident. And, if things are to be set right, they’ll have to be willing to put everything on the line.
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Feisty Heroines is a collection of short stories by 36 fantastic authors. The stories vary in genre, with two sections dedicated to paranormal and fantasy stories such as Tia Didmon’s Dragon Rules and Elleen Mint’s Banshee Kiss, one section of contemporary romance such as Maggie Adams’ Good Bones and Savannah Kade’s Redemption, and one section of historical fiction including To Rescue My Princess by Lane McFarland and Destiny’s Way by Karen Muir. This collection is a great way to meet new authors. The short stories don’t require a big commitment, and after each one there is information about books the author has written. Romance fans are bound to find some new favourites, and the mix of genres might draw you out of your comfort zone. As the title of the collection suggests, all of these stories present a strong female lead. I was particularly impressed by Casey in Adams’ Good Bones, who runs a palliative care home and is fighting a developer who wants to turn the property into a fancy golf course. Her unconditional care for others and determination to do what is best for the community is admirable. For me, this is a five star collection. It’s introduced me to a lot of authors who I look forward to reading more of, and the short stories have been perfect for flicking through in a lunchbreak (they would also be great for reading on the train if I wasn’t stuck at home!). I’d definitely recommend this to romance fans who can’t decide what to read next!
This is the first book that I have read from this author…but it won’t be the last!
This story centers around Lesley and John. Lesley is recently divorced and finds herself moving to the estate her aunt left her to start anew. She is really looking forward to this new start…until she sees Rosalyn Manor in person. It is in desperate need of repair. While she finds the man in charge of fixing up her new home attractive, she is unsure if she is willing to open up her heart again in fear of being hurt.
John, a widower with children, is the owner of the construction company tasked with restoring Rosalyn Manor. While he needs the job because his company is barely surviving, he wants to avoid his attraction to Lesley because he has been burned by others like her in the past.
This story is filled with emotion. Both John and Lesley have been hurt in the past and both are fearful of putting their hearts on the line again. I found myself invested in these characters and enjoyed the way their story played out. There were some tears along the way…but they were worth it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rosanna Ingramhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRosanna Ingram2020-07-02 09:01:482020-07-02 09:35:10Love Comes In The Mourning by Erin Bevan – Review by Rosanna Ingram
What happens when a second chance in both love and life comes a knocking, are you ready to just go with the flow?
This book introduces us to two wonderful characters, Lesley who after her divorce has been at a loss but when she receives news that she has inherited her Great Aunt’s house this may be on the up.
John is a widower trying to support his family and strive to keep his business afloat. He really needs the contract to renovate Rosalynn Manor but he has an aversion to those city types as he has been burnt once too many times, but upon meeting Lesley there is an attraction he can’t quite point his finger on.
I loved this story from the very first paragraph, these two characters were well created and complimented each other brilliantly. The way the story weaved through kept me engaged and invested with these two people. The way the story delved into the emotional side of each of them was lovely and I love a book that makes me cry.
This is the first book I have read by this author and can’t to read more, I recommend this book to anyone who just loves a good feel good story.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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IRRESISTIBLE WEDDINGS (Irresistible Romance Book 4) Anthology is a collection of romance stories by some of the best authors around. Anthologies are great because you have all the books in a one stop shop and you get to read stories from your favourite authors and find new ones at the same time, nine in all. What could be better? Each story is unique and will leave you believing in love.
TWO HEARTS’ ALLIANCE by Tamara Ferguson – Tamara is always a favourite and I have yet to read a story I have not fallen in love with and the sexy men and equally strong women. It is another wonderful story in her family of books centred around Wounded Warriors and Crystal Rock, the most magical place when it comes to love and HEA. I can’t say enough about Tamara’s stories to do them justice, so you need to crab your copies and find out for yourself.
ETERNAL by Natalie Ann – Natalie gives us a sweet story where the characters believe love is not for them and they are ok with their lives. The characters are strong and realistic and may have just found their perfect match. It’s a hard road as we travel along the trail to find love.
WEDDING AT FIREHOUSE RANCH by Suzanne Jenkins – Even though he was not looking for love a vivacious and shapely woman may just change all that. The problem was she is not considered the norm and they both must overcome the snickers and inconsiderate words. But she is everything he loves in a woman. I love that Suzanne gave us a story where a good-looking man knew what he wanted, and size did not matter.
ALL MY LOVING by Cynthia Cooke – Naomi is looking to let lose at her best friend’s wedding and let lose she does with an unexpected result. With her walls firmly in place after being hurt she is not sure she can let them down but to get what she wants she needs to let him see her; the no bars hold, her. A great read.
MAKE ME BURN by Alicia Street – Alicia has given us a brother’s best friend and little sister is off limits story. Not only that but due to lies and deceit he was threatened to stay away. But Jinx knows what she wants, and she is going to find the truth even if it’s not what she wants to hear. This is one of my favourites in this collection.
PLAYING WITH THE BRIDESMAID by Stephanie Queen – Natalie has found the one man who sets her on fire, but he has been warned off her, but she is not about to let that, and his age stop her from getting what she wants. Stephanie gives us an older quarter back for Boston’s footy team, Max and a sexy red head who turns his head, but he is shy after his divorce and his age, but he is also hiding a secret. The heart wants what the heart wants. This is a fun, hot and sexy read.
BETWEEN BABIES AND GIRLFRIENDS by Mona Risk – Dr Brian Dutton finds himself raising abandoned twin babies. However, even though girlfriend wants to marry him, she won’t help him with the babies. The Dr is lovable, the girlfriend not so much, I wanted to shake her. What he needs is someone who love him for him and knows what is right for him. I love the hilarious Carla who comes in and takes care of everything. Thank god for HEA’s. This is another favourite of mine in the collection.
THE RIGHT GROOM by Jen Talty – Jen gives us a fun and sweet second chance story where Spencer and Echo who were supposed to be together forever lose their way away from each other. But fate seems to have other ideas and the sparks fly once again. Could there be too much water under the bridge though?
WEDDING KNOT by Patrice Wilton – This is a funny romantic story that is full of drama and a beautiful island. When two friends develop feelings for one another what happens to the other person they have decided was the one? Patrice has given us a story that is fun and will have you laughing. It is fast paced and will leave you wanting more. This is a definite favourite.
5 Star Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi Be One with me is the second book in the Finding Love in Green Springs series. I loved this opposite attract second chance romance, where one is city through and through the other is country. I pretty much stayed up into the night to finish only because I kept telling myself one more Chapter and next thing I knew I was finished and it was 3 am. To the outside world both Sally and Nolan have it all ,they both own their own businesses and have their own places to live and both have nice bank accounts. Only difference is she’s a city girl and he’s a country boy. Both of them suffer from loss, she lost her mother to cancer and after a a death bed confession, and violent attack she runs away from that life. He lost his wife to cancer. Can these two have a relationship together? Can they overcome the differences between them? These two definitely have an attraction towards the other. Find out what happens next in this must read book. I highly recommend reading this book. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2020-07-01 23:00:302020-07-02 08:16:29Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
What a collection! This one is a must read and must own for lovers of all types of romance. A few of my favorites are in this collection, including the always fabulous Tamara Ferguson. Her military romances are always soul searching and beautiful. And this contribution, Two Hearts’ Alliance – every page was a delight. A breezes through this hefty collection. And you will too. Be prepared to love every page!
What a great book! I loved this story so much. We all have something no matter how big or small it may seem to others, that cause us to keep it to only those we know won’t judge you or pressure you etc. Melinda is a business owner of “It’s Just Coffee” matchmaking service and she’s got a pretty great track record with it. We learn a lot about her in this book and my heart broke for her. Adam, what a guy! I won’t give much away about him but he was so sweet, yet tough and new in town. He and Melinda become close as she helps him get matched up with potential dates, and he helps her by building in her backyard garden area. Secrets have a way of showing themselves even if you’re not ready to air them out. This was done so well. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lyndsey Fairleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLyndsey Fairley2020-07-01 22:10:142020-07-02 09:36:39The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Lyndsey Fairley
Boy on Hold was my first reading of JD Spero, and I really liked it. My only complaint is the character of Henry was written to be a seven year old, but behaved and thought more along the line of a 5 year old. Once I got beyond that, I really loved it. I was struggling with not knowing what exactly Tyler suffered from, so I was glad to have answers by the end. It was weird at first that it switches between point of views, but in the end, I think I liked that best. We got to see the same story unfolding from everyone’s own perspective. I highly recommend this book, to any preteen or adult, with the disclaimer it does involve mental illness, drug use and murder. It was wonderfully written, and I felt like I could feel the pain and struggles along with the characters. I like that it was all a mystery until the end, slowly unfolding.
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Tompkin’s School: For The Extraordinarily Talented (A Supernatural Academy Trilogy Book 1) by Tabi Slick
5-Stars
Tompkin’s School: For The Extraordinarily Talented (A Supernatural Academy Trilogy Book 1) by Tabi Slick was an extraordinary read. First off, I loved that the setting for this story was in Oklahoma. The author did an excellent job of bringing it to life in this fictional novel. She gave the various scenery great detail and made it easy to visualize.
Secondly, I loved main characters Izzy and Kain. Their names were unique and easy to use. They were both fun and I loved their sibling bond. The story was told more from Izzy’s point of view but she allowed both characters to really shine. I enjoyed watching them grow and develop as the storyline progressed. They endured quite a lot after moving to the Academy. If you are looking for an excellent paranormal/young adult novel, this is it. I highly recommend it.
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REBECCA STEELE FINDING THE DREAM REBECCA STEELE SERIES BOOK 2 BY JOANNE PATTERSON ☆☆☆☆☆ This is such a beautiful romance story. There is an inspirational feel to this book. Safe for all YA through adults, and such a comfort book.
Becky Steele is back and her life has taken a 360 turn around. Music, horses and the cowboy life. Life is different, but so much better. But let’s not forget about Chance and Cassidy. Is this really what Becky wants? Bet you’re as surprised as I am.
Joanne Patterson has written this beautiful story. Her book is smooth reading, well written and loaded with goodness. Add in the twist and read how Becky works through it. I fell in love with the characters in this story as well as the animal’s. But most of all I fell in love with this author. I’m looking for more! Well Done Joanne Paterson.
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The Matchmaker and the Marine by Lucinda Race was a great romance novel! It was entertaining and enthralling, I didn’t want to put it down! Great characters and a great plot, I felt like I was right there in the town of the Chester with Melinda and Adam! This was such a heartfelt and heartwarming novel. I highly recommend this book! This is the first novel I’ve read from Lucinda Race before and I can’t wait to read more in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2020-07-01 20:40:362020-07-01 21:49:51The Matchmaker and The Marine: A Second Chance Small-Town Romance by Lucinda Race – Review by Rachel Moss
REBECCA STEELE FINDING A DREAM by Joanne Patterson is the second book in the Rebecca Steele series. Rebecca, or Becky Steele, has been living her best life with her friend, Emily, there for the ride. She has changed the direction of her life and little does she know but there are more changes to come. Does she take this new opportunity or continue the life she is enjoying? I hadn’t read the first book in the series but really enjoyed the characters and story in this book. Becky is a strong but sweet individual who can inspire someone to follow their dreams. I read this story quickly and enjoyed there were a few twists to keep me on my toes. I also enjoyed that the story doesn’t get saccharine sweet as some inspirational stories do. The characters are well rounded and interesting. I look forward to grabbing more books in the future by this author.
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Love Comes in the Mourning by Erin Bevan. I loved this book from the beginning. I pulled at my heartstrings. Sometimes things turn out the opposite of how we want and expect them too. Loss is not easy to overcome but when 2 people suffer losses, maybe they can help each other heal their hearts. That is exactly what I loved about this book. I loved the relationship that Leslie and John built and I was cheering them on as I read. This is definitely a book that I will be recommending to friends!!
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Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi
I really loved the first book in this series, Be Brave With Me so I was very excited to read this one. I am happy to say that I wasn’t disappointed. I loved this sweet romantic story. My emotions were all over the place, there is laughter, love, tears, family, and friendship. I loved getting to know Sally and Nolan. Sally is an independent, business owner, city girl who’s life changes when her mom passes away from cancer. Nolan is a business owner and small town kind of guy, who has lost his wife to cancer. These two are opposites in many ways and when they meet for the first time the chemistry is there between them. Sally has a hard time letting people in, can she let down her walls enough to see if there’s anything that can grow between them. Nolan hasn’t wanted to try to date since his wife passed away because he feels like there was only one woman for him, but Sally has him feeling something he didn’t think he would feel again. What will happen between these two? There are also some other wonderful characters in this story that you won’t want to miss out on. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2020-07-01 18:09:322020-07-01 21:48:52Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi – Review by Candida Hopper
Being Lost is the first book in Manda Mellett’s Satan’s Devils MC San Diego series. We have been waiting for it for a while now! I love that Manda is venturing out with all those spin- offs! I think the one we are still missing is the Las Vegas Chapter! What it also means, is that there will be so much more goodness coming our way! In general we are so used to seeing all those young buff guys as the heroes in the MC series, dark and gloomy … it is not very often that we meet someone of Lost’s calibre and age and add to it Patsy and women of mature age will gleefully sit back and loose away some hours in their company! I also love how the writer creates these tangible connections between the mother chapter and the other chapters! Patsy’s daughter is Bethany, Ink’s Old Lady who we met in Ink’s Devil, book #5 in the Colorado Chapter series! Also, I absolutely love the brotherhood and loyalty and standing with all your brothers in the time of need and it also gives us an opportunity to get snippets from the lives of brothers we have met in the other books. Lost is the prez of the San Diego chapter and his journey to this position has not been a light one … it is so often that he feels like he has been lost for a while now … Patsy has left his old life behind to keep her daughter and son safe and she thinks she is safe in San Diego but one’s past has a tendency of popping up when one does not want or need it and so happens also here … in ride the Satan’s Devils to save the day and off we go! You would think that it would be a fast paced, guns blazing kind of a story but you could not be further from the reality … it flows like a river on a warm summer day, leaving you feel just right! Dear Manda, thank you for finally giving us San Diego chapter and please keep them’ coming!
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Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi. This is a great romance and it could be read as a standalone but I think its so much better having read the first one. Its the story of Sally who has seems to have it all together. She is super successful with her own business, a upscale condo and plenty of money in the bank but in reality life seems pretty messed up to Sally. Her mom has just died from cancer and on her deathbed told Sally to find he real father, that he is not dead as she had always believed. On top of that she gets mugged and is scared to death. That causes her to move to Green Springs, Mississippi a super small town where crime is low and people are friendly. She meets Nolan after moving there who appears to have it all together, he has his own business, loves his life and has plenty of money in the bank. The only thing the two of them have in common is Nolan has just lost his wife to cancer. Can they make this relationship work? Read Be One with Me to find out.
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Teenager heroine Megan seeks out to find a wizard serial killer where magic, murder and suspense follow her through this book. Adopted Megan is enlisted with the help of arrogant teen and defiant Tyson but the bad guys are after them which thrust her into this adventure. Megan wonders who the real enemy is when she searches for meaning. This book is a great addition to a series of great action books. This is an easy read, original, entertaining and great world building for the reader to enjoy.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2020-07-01 15:47:482020-07-01 21:46:16Dead Magic (The Sanctuary Chronicles, Book 3) by India Kells – Review by Faith Jackson
Rebecca Steele Finding The Dream By Joanna Patterson is the second book in the Rebecca Steele series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although I would recommend reading book 1 first as it follows the same characters. This is definitely an entertaining book and one that is easy to get into, even without having read the first book. The characters were fun and engaging, Becky seemed like she would be a great person to meet. The story itself was fairly lighthearted and easy to read. I found myself reading it quickly as I got lost in the story. This was a great book to read and I am looking forward to what might be 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 Baker2020-07-01 15:19:122020-07-01 21:45:36REBECCA STEELE FINDING A DREAM (REBECCA STEELE SERIES BOOK 2) by JOANNE PATTERSON – Review by Kerry Baker
I love boxsets, especially when they contain some of my favorite reads. Rowena Holloway has done just that with having all three of the Ashes to Ashes novels in one convenient place for me to devour again and again, or even to gift. This happens to be one of my favorite series from Rowena Holloway and has a bit of something for everyone in each of the novels. I have included my individual review for each novel below for some insight into what you will be getting with these books. Enjoy!
Bad Things Happen (Ashes to Ashes, #1) I have really had a fantastic streak of luck with finding some wonderful new authors this new year! Rowena Holloway just made this list with Bad Things Happen: Gripping Psychological Suspense (Ashes to Ashes #1). I had no idea what to expect going into this but I knew I would love it once I saw the cover and read the excerpt. It had me just with that. What I found inside was quite the story and I felt like I took a little getaway to London for the afternoon! It was a great escape for the snowy day.
Charlotte Ashe is sick of being the weather girl. She wants so much more and dreams of covering the big stories one day. An opportunity blows her way in the name of Joey Baptiste, and it may not be the golden story she bargained for all along. In fact it could actually put her and his life in danger! The twists and turns were hard to predict, something I enjoy when it comes to these types of novels. I thought it was quirky which helped with the one part that I did find a bit off, which is the jumps in the timelines. It made the story flow well in the long run. Overall, a great read and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next one in the series!
Less You Know (Ashes to Ashes #2) I was not so sure when I picked up the first book in the Ashes to Ashes, Bad Things Happen, but once I finished it I knew I would be back for the rest of the books in the series. I was so excited when I saw the cover of Less You Know pop up on my new reads list that I dived in first and asked questions later… who am I kidding, the only question I asked is why did that end and when is the next one coming!?!? Rowena Holloway stuns us once again with a fantastic and true to title gripping suspenseful read. I felt as if I was on an up down ride of emotions that I couldn’t make much sense of from one moment to the next. Of course, this is a good thing when you go to get lost in a suspenseful thrilling book. Once again, Charlotte and her friend are the center of this story and we see them much as we did in the first book. Only this time we learn much more about their secrets and all that people tend to be hiding. Even when we think we know them the best. I absolutely loved it and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book! Thanks for the great read Ms. Holloway!
From The Ashes (Ashes to Ashes, #3) Rowena Holloway has quickly become an author I can’t get enough of. I have been devouring her books a lot lately and the latest for me, From The Ashes, has to be one of my top favorites of hers. Holloway knows how to write some psychological and twisty suspense. I often feel as if my emotions are put through the ringer each time I embark on a journey with her books. I was on edge from the very beginning until that last bittersweet chapter. I can’t say enough good about the world building and attention to detail that is ever present in all of Rowena Holloway’s novels.
From The Ashes is book three of the Ashes to Ashes series, but they can be read as stand alone novels. I highly recommend that you read them all anyways! We get the story of Charlotte and she has a trippy road to take in this novel. Charlotte is a journalist seeking the truth about some questionable deaths at the Hall. As she starts to find things out and the closer she gets to the truth the crazier things seem. Just as they build to a head a fire leaves Charlotte among a group of missing people. I can assure you this one will have you reading just one more page, or till I figure this out, well past your bedtime! I know I was up well into the night because I just had to know what would come next. I can’t wait to see what will come next from the ever talented Rowena Holloway!
I am kind of a sucker for small town romances. Something about the feel they give me as I am reading, almost as if I am transformed to the place it takes place in and visiting while meeting a new set of friends that I have come to love and care for. Be One with Me by CA Miconi did just that for me. I was instantly taken to Green Springs, Mississippi and tiptoeing through the countryside as I watched Nolan and Sally navigate the new relationship they find themselves in.
I love how these two are literally polar opposites. Nolan is a country boy through and through. He is also recovering from the loss of his wife due to cancer. Sally is very much a city girl who has a lot going for her in her life. Except loss visits her life too and she starts to question what will really make her life a happy one worth living. When these two meet they know the differences but feel the connection. Will they be able to find a way to overcome the differences and heal the one thing they have in common? These two were so sweet and I loved reading all about them. I do think now I will go back and check out book one in the Finding Love in Green Springs series since I fell in love with this one so much. I can’t wait to see what book three will have in store for us 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 Vrchota2020-07-01 14:37:592020-07-01 15:04:20Be One with Me (Finding Love in Green Springs Book 2) by CA Miconi – Review by Liz Vrchota
I was so stoked to get my hands on this book, Dead Magic, the third in The Sanctuary Chronicles from India Kells. This has to be one of my favorite series of hers and they are jammed full with action, adventure, magic, mystery, lore, and steamy fun to balance it all out. I could not wait to get the story of Violet and Finn with this one and they did not disappoint. Another side note about this series is the covers, like they literally grab you without even saying a word. I wouldn’t even need a title on these to know they have to be full of some amazing story lines. This one may be my fav because of the purple undertones but it is drool worthy and definitely worth mentioning. I would highly recommend also that you read the first two books before this one. While it can be read as a stand alone novel I feel that these are better read in order so you get that slow and inevitable build up of excitement with each new one you read. This one has my favorite pairing, a sexy vampire, and a fierce witch. These two don’t want what fate is throwing their way. Will they be able to find the common ground and manage a relationship? That is about all I felt safe sharing the rest is only good when read by your own eyes. I can’t wait to see what will come next!
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Description : Beck O’Rourke and her grandmother own Beach Reads bookstore and coffee shop, a gathering place for locals and tourists, a block off the ocean in Manatee Beach, Florida.They live above the bookstore with Beck’s feisty younger sister, Lizzie, a lifeguard. Beck is excited to host the country’s best selling cozy mystery writer for a book signing event until a member of the audience turns up dead later that night. Afterward, Beck decides to pursue her lifelong dream of being a detective to try to catch the killer. The amateur sleuth finds a slew of suspects, but the murderer isn’t happy about her interference. Neither is the town’s handsome new police detective who has a history with Beck. Review : This is my second book by Judy Moore. She is an amazing writer. She did a great job of bringing the small town of Manatee Beach, Florida and all of the characters to life. The first book was Somebody In The Neighborhood. Both books are set in the same small Florida town of Manatee Beach. They are not in the same series and have different main characters, there are some secondary characters who show up in both. Highly recommended!
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I was really excited when I found out the third book in the Black Blade Series from Alexander Charalambides would have Megan in it as the star of the show. We got to see glimpses of her in the past two books and I really enjoyed her character. I was very excited to get to see her shine in Golden Void. Megan has been newly adopted and also is taking on the task of the second quest. She will face magic, wizards, and more fabulous swords, as she finds her way to the end. Will she succeed or will she get lost in trying to figure out who she is rather than the quest. I loved this concept and that the magic and folklore that I enjoyed in the other two novels was present here once again. I will be interested to see who will shine in the next book!
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 Vrchota2020-07-01 14:18:162020-07-01 15:06:48Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Liz Vrchota
My heart is still racing from the adrenal rush from this story. One of my favorite topics is Mythology. I love the gods, demi-gods, and the history around them. Luciana Cavallaro is a mastermind. She has created worlds for her characters to come to life. The absorbent amount of details paint a vivid picture that one can see. There is everything you would expect in a historical fantasy story: adventure, action, gods, mythology, drama, prophecy and relics. Her characters fly off the page which makes the story all around awesome. Evan is in the 21st Century world. He was taken to Ancient Greece. He needs to complete some tasks for his father Zeus. That is how he will return to the 21st Century. Will Evan complete his tasks? Will he survive the journey? I highly recommend reading this heart pumping story to find out the answers to these questions and many more adventures that are within the pages of this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2020-07-01 14:14:012020-07-01 15:07:19The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Erica Fish
Erin Bevan really hit the nail on the head with this latest novel that I read by her, Love Comes in The Mourning. I must say this is quite the emotional roller coaster of a read that will keep you on the verge of tears, if not ugly crying, throughout most of the book. The couple we meet, Lesley and John both have pasts that would make anyone wanna give up on love but together they will get a chance to rekindle love and try to find happiness once again. Will it be with each other? Can they heal enough from the pasts they have to be able to love again? These two were so relatable and realistic that I often felt as if I was reading a memoir. I loved how they both had a strong anchor in the book and rather than fighting for the limelight they both shined just as equally as the other. I cannot wait to see what we will get next from Erin Bevan. I know for sure I will be right there ready to soak it all up!
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Natalie is a college freshman with dreams of operating her own bakery one day despite her parent’s wishes. Her parents follow the old ways, a shifter society going back generations, and would prefer her paired up with her charming ex Theo. They appreciate her help with their bakery but wish to see her seek the life of a pampered stay at home mom whose primary focus is on raising babies. They don’t take into consideration her feelings.
Natalie’s world is flipped upside down after she meets Alex, a mage with a unique ability. Her wolf calls to him, but can she break tradition and allow herself to love him despite societal expectations?
Alex is a mage living in an unimaginable world. Growing up in a non-traditional family, he is more optimistic and open-hearted. He meets Natalie and falls head over heels, but does she feel the same? He feels an unusual bond with her, but gravity seems to be against them. Is she hiding something? Why does she push him away?
Can the two break tradition and have the love of their lifetimes?
Madilynn Dale is a reader and author. She lives in the state of Oklahoma and enjoys being outdoors. Her biggest hobby is reading and she enjoys a variety of books. She is married and has one son and seven fur babies. She currently holds a license as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Oklahoma but is taking the time to focus on her son. Being a stay at home mom isn’t easy but it has its perks.
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Wrapped Up In You by Erin Bevan
