Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail: A Touching Tale of Sharing, Disability Awareness, Kindness and Overcoming Fears by Samantha Shannon is the third book on this absolutely wonderful series. When I saw there was another book to read I was so excited – possibly even more so than my daughter! We have reread the first two books so many times and could not wait to add this one too then. This book is just as fantastic as the others. It is educational and informative in a way that kids will understand and relate to. It is fun and entertaining while still touching on sensitive topics. This really is a brilliant series for any child to read. They are a firm favourite in our house and we are already looking forward to Jake’s next adventure.
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 Baker2021-08-16 14:51:252021-08-16 22:27:37Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Kerry Baker
Hairballs and Homicide by Ruth J Hartman is the first book in the Kitty Beret Cafe Mystery series. For a mystery book I found this to be surprisingly lighthearted and fun, although it didn’t take away from the mystery element of it. The characters were all easy to get on with and worked well with the story. I was definitely intrigued as to how the book was going to go. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed how easy going it was. I think I definitely commented with it more because of that. I wish there had been just a little less of the cat side of things but it wasn’t enough to detract from the story. This was an overall great book and I will be reading the next book for sure.
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 Baker2021-08-16 14:43:542021-08-16 22:27:12Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Kerry Baker
This was a really good book. It was gripping and a real page tuner but at the same time really quite scary. With today’s society and modern technology you can actually imagine a world like this where people all have chips in their head that controls everything from turning on their TV, speaking to people without actually talking and even being able to administer medication to themselves. The chip also is a recording device that records a person’s actions 24/7, 365 days.
So what happens when the chips start to fail? When people start dying with these chips it’s Cole job to find out why. Is it something to do with someone messing with the chips so that Coles company gets bad reputation or is it simply a bad batch of patches.
Cole thinks he’s found a link, however his life is turned upside down when he is drugged and his own chip removed. Now alone with no aid in this technological world Cole needs to learn who he can and can’t trust as well as learning to live and face the reality of real life not a virtual one. While on his journey to find out and remember what happened to him it is also a race against time. Can he figure everything out or will he be silenced by the people trying to destroy everything Cole and the Company have created.
Carter Broderick is a man who can heal, he has been doing it for years both as a doctor in the human world and the magical world as well, as a young man, he felt like an alien and like he never fit in, but he is thankful for it now. Vanessa Rayne is a woman with her own jewellery business and shop where she sells it, she is also very independent and full of fire.
One day, Vanessa is coming home after a long day when she hears grunting coming from nearby, however, when she realises that it isn’t her neighbour’s nightly antics and that it is actually another of her neighbours trying to get up the stairs in pain that she rushes to help him, he says that it is a dog bite, but his leg is covered in blood and he is barely conscious, but she manages to get him back down the stairs and into her car so that she can take him to the ER. When she arrives there and he starts convulsing, she rushes inside and shouts her need for help, fortunately, there is a doctor at the front desk who comes to help her. Carter hears her cries for help and rushes to the car and starts healing the man in his arms after asking the woman with him to wait outside, when he gets to the stage when he can hand over to another person for treatment, Carter escapes to the bathroom to recover from the drain on his magic, which means that it wasn’t just a normal dog bite.
The next day Vanessa is trying to figure out what happened with her neighbour and the mysterious doctor, she doesn’t believe that it was just top notch medical care, but something else entirely, it isn’t the first time, she has seen something unusual and when she goes to check up on him, she sees something else and keeps seeing things, but when she mentions it to her friends, they look at her like she is crazy. A few days pass and she runs into the mysterious doctor again, this time they even exchange names and numbers, but someone else has been looking for her too, but this person isn’t going to let her escape that easily, she has been poking around in something she shouldn’t have and it is now coming back to haunt her.
As they start to spend more time together, Vanessa and Carter cannot deny their attraction to each other, but when strange things keep happening to Vanessa, Carter realises that he will do anything to protect her, but will she let him, or will her independent nature stop her from accepting his help, but as secrets and revelations pile up, will they be buried, or can they dig themselves out from underneath them all? This is a romance with a hint of danger and a sprinkle of magic throughout which will keep you completely engaged with the story all the way up to the end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2021-08-16 13:55:032021-08-16 22:26:16Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
Jake the dog is at it again! Helping children learn from his experiences and helping to overcome fear and differences. I really liked that Jake was immediately excepting of the other characters differences. I also liked that it all played out as a big mystery, showing how the mind can jump to incorrect conclusions. Similar to other Jake the Dog stories, the activities in the back are a great addition to help teach children how to respond when they experience things similar to Jake! The book would be a great addition to any classroom or great to help any parent who is looking for ways to teach their children.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashleyann Sanabriahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshleyann Sanabria2021-08-16 13:53:372021-08-16 22:25:51Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria
Sweet Nightmares is an interesting start to a new series filled with magic. After the death of their mother, two sisters must now face life with an estranged grandmother and her mysterious assistant. If that isn’t hard enough, some pretty weird things start happening as well, and they uncover certain truths. I enjoyed the way the author created the world and different tensions and conflicts that were interwoven throughout the story. I’m curious to see where the sequel will take us next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Gonzalez2021-08-16 13:52:122021-08-16 22:25:24Sweet Nightmares (The Dream World Chronicles Book 1) by Chynna Pace – Review by Amanda Gonzalez
This book starts out with a bang!! Picking up right where the last book ended, it’s edge-of-your-seat action right from the very start. I loved that there were a few main story lines going on at the same time, and that so many characters were involved. The differences between each chapter is really cool to see, and having so many appearances from familiar characters in other Satan’s Devils MC books was exciting! The ending was awesome. Honestly, I have yet to be disappointed in a Satan’s Devils MC book so far. Excited to dig into more!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashleyann Sanabriahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshleyann Sanabria2021-08-16 13:44:482021-08-16 22:24:59Avenging Devil Part 2 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria
Great romance, short read, engaging story. I absolutely love Charlie and Trent together, it is so sweet that she has been in love with him for years and they both find their way back together. The circumstances under which she flees to go back to her hometown to try again with Trent suck, but I am glad they only took up a small fraction of the book, it shows how irrelevant her ex Aiden is! Trent is so sweet and it proves that he is the man that Charlie should be with, the things he did in her absence, because of her, melted my heart. This book wouldn’t be as great as it was without at little drama, so that was a nice little twist that made me love and appreciate their relationship even more. My favorite thing about this book is the names Charlie and her brother’s cal each other, that had me smiling. I can’t wait to see what happens next, I am assuming it is Jude!
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 Reed2021-08-16 13:44:082021-08-16 13:44:08Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Carrie Reed
Journey Through Time Space by James Talisman is another amazing book! This one is soooo much better than the first one and I did not think it was possible. The characters are so well developed which makes it possible to fall in love with the characters and to truly feel their plights and journeys. I so appreciated the metaphysical journey each character went through but especially Julia and Matt. I highlighted several passages as they rang with much truth that spoke to my soul. The Seat-of-Power described so perfectly the energy that one can harness and use for the best of intentions. “There are seven important principles that embody all of creation. These powerful truths are available to be learned and used by anyone.” Powerful statement! I found myself reading the truths and comparing my journey as to where I am in my journey and what to look forward to. Can I just say that reading the book has expanded my own discovery of self and the magic and power within me? We are truly all connected through time and space. I loved that this book picked up right from the ending of the first in the book and I was absolutely amazed at the ending (no spoilers here). Do yourself a favor and read this book! I have read other books on spiritual journeys, metaphysical ideas, and the outer connectedness that we all are a part of, but this book really delves into al these topics but within a superb story that makes it understandable and provides the desire within to delve deeper into myself and my powers. Read this book! Set your intentions, connect to the source of All-That-Is, and tap into your Higher Self for guidance, love, and the magic which resides in all of us. The power is within you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Driskillhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Driskill2021-08-16 13:44:002021-08-16 22:24:31Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) By James Talisman – Review by Stephanie Driskill
In Book 4 of the Broderick Coven series, we learn more about Carter Broderick. He is a doctor, and his given power is healing. Vanessa Rayne, brings her neighbor to the ER that Carter just happened to be providing a consultation at. Carter can not get her out of his head. Vanessa has her own jewelry store where she makes amazing works of art. Serena decides to go and ask her to make some jewelry for her own store. Putting the pieces together, the owner of the jewelry store just happens to be the woman on Carter’s mind. Vanessa also feels the pull to Carter, a pull she had never felt before. Vanessa has noticed some supernatural things going on around town and has been very vocal about what she has seen. Being Carter’s mate, she is let in on their secret, but has her verbal ramblings caught the ears of the wrong person? Vanessa is targeted, but can the Broderick clan find out who is behind it before she is hurt? This series makes me warm and fuzzy with every book. The love and acceptance with this family, coven, and wolf pack is just amazing. It’s the kind of love everyone should have.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Packardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Packard2021-08-16 13:42:352021-08-16 22:22:48Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Angela Packard
The third book in the Broderick Coven series is the story of Max Broderick and Claudia Lupita. Max is a veterinarian and can speak to animals. Hearing a hurt animal, he goes to the rescue, not realizing that she is a werewolf. Claudia has been through abuse and rape. Can she trust another pack to help her heal? Max knows that Claudia is his mate, even though witches and werewolves aren’t supposed to be compatible, are they? Max will do anything to protect and take care of Claudia and her daughter. Including giving her the space she needs. Will finding her captor help her heal or destroy her forever? I am loving AJ Renee’s writing; her characters are so well developed. Thank you, AJ!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Packardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Packard2021-08-16 13:39:102021-08-16 22:22:23Cursed Whisper (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Angela Packard
This is the second book in the Broderick Coven Series. Serena Bishop is the high priestess of her coven. Ethan Broderick has recently learned that he comes from a long line of witches. Ethan and all his brothers and sister have special powers. Ethan sees visions. Ethan becomes the oracle of the coven, but the visions he has of Serena scare him. She is in danger, can he save her? Ethan comes from an amazing family, his siblings and him are a very tight group. The chemistry between all of the characters gives me warm fuzzies. The love that grows between Ethan and Serena is the love that I dream about. This was a great story and am glad that I came across this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Packardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Packard2021-08-16 13:31:462021-08-16 22:21:58Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Angela Packard
This was a first book written by this author for me. It will not be my last. As a crazy cat lady, myself, I found this to be a wonderful read involving cats. And add into the mixture that it is a mystery, and we all know that cats are curious so of course that led to their involvement. It was hilarious. In fact, the cats were such an integral part of the storyline that I couldn’t put the book down. Even if you don’t love cats I think you will find this to be a very good read. However, if you are a cat lover you have got to pick this book up. It’s phenomenal. I can’t wait to read what the next cat caper entails.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karen Pearmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaren Pearman2021-08-16 13:20:082021-08-16 22:21:20Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Karen Pearman
This is the third book in this series that I have read. I have thoroughly enjoyed all these books. They are all have such great messages that they teach. This was probably my favorite out of all the books so far just because of the story that it told. It has such a powerful meaning to it, and I think that it is important for all children to read it for understanding that not all of us are born perfect and that there is nothing wrong with that. The illustrations are just as great in this book as the previous two. I love the animals and nature scenes. Also, at the end of the book were some great activities to help kids overcome or at least talk about their own personal fears. I highly suggest getting this book for your kids, friends, or family members kids and even for classroom teachers. It’s a great book that needs to be shared with our children.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karen Pearmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaren Pearman2021-08-16 12:50:422021-08-16 13:08:51Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Karen Pearman
Cursed Touch is the fourth book in the Broderick Coven series, and it lives up to its prior books hype. Cursed Touch is about Carter Broderick, a man who has magic in him and his family, but has only ever used it to heal others, as he is a doctor. All of his siblings around him have found their partners, but he doesn’t believe it’s in the cards for him. However, when Vanessa brings her neighbor to a hospital he happens to be at for the day, he comes to find magic is the least of his worries. Vanessa is a beautiful young woman who owns her own jewelry store full of her own creations. Sure she barely pays her rent, but she’s happy living a life full of happiness and independence. However, lately, in her town, she’s been noticing some odd occurrences that are really starting to make her feel crazy. When Carter comes into her life, her independent lifestyle gets challenged and her crazy is anything but. Can they figure things out for themselves and together? Or is it just too much to handle? I recommend this book for anyone who knows how important it is to be able to handle things on your own, and what a challenge it is to have to work someone else into the picture. Anybody who loves romance, magic, and a little edge would love this book like I do.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Octavianohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Octaviano2021-08-16 12:50:132021-08-16 13:08:20Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Kayla Octaviano
Bared is a story about Athena, a rockin’ entrepreneur who has several clubs all over the coast keeping her in the upper class. Tru is a kind and caring man who has been hurt before, and plays a mad game of pool. When their worlds collide, they realize how much they need each other. But will their pasts stop them from being together? This is one of my favorite books I’ve ever read. It has shock and awe, romance, unpredictability, and such amazing, relatable characters. Read this book if you like to watch characters grow, see the hardships couples go through, and love the best friends who always have your back. What more could a girl ask for?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Octavianohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Octaviano2021-08-16 12:43:372021-08-16 13:07:46Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kayla Octaviano
To me Unbreakable(Diamonds Book 1) by Tee Smith started out slow but I’m glad I didn’t stop reading at that point as I have in the past. Definitely witty with some edge. I loved Ripper and as the story went on and we got to know him better I loved him more. Ripper has a difficult past one that makes him fear loving anyone because he’s just going to hurt them. Till Erin stitched him up at the clinic one day, he knew no matter what he did he couldn’t stay away, feelings he didn’t understand. A love triangle brewing with Erin’s ex-husband Josh hanging around. Does Ripper get over his fears? Does Josh cause problems? Of course there’s also the underground world of gangs mixed in. The Diamonds being a group who are well established vs a young group of street rats threatening to take over. They threaten their businesses, family, and well being. The Diamonds don’t take kindly to this or of the attacks that have taken place to their loved ones. Does something bad happen? Do they have to take matters into their own hands? These and the questions mentioned previously are what’s going to keep reading through the twists and turns of this suspenseful romance. I know that’s what did it for me, and now I’m wanting more!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2021-08-16 12:19:062021-08-16 13:07:14Unbreakable (The Diamonds Book 1) by Tee Smith – Review by Beverly Finnie
I enjoyed this book. I believe it helps kids to not assume things till they get all their facts. The pictures are very eye catching. It also has forgiveness and friendships. Teaches very good lessons.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Diazhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Diaz2021-08-16 11:49:192021-08-16 13:06:33Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Angela Renee Diaz
Cursed Touch by AJ Renee is the fourth book in the Broderick Coven series. This series is centered around the Broderick family. The siblings have discovered that they come from a family of witches and that they all have powers. Each book centers around a sibling as that sibling learns more about their powers. This book is about Carter Broderick. He has the gift of healing. Carter is a doctor who cares about helping people. He meets Vanessa when helps her friends that she brings to the ER. There is something different, almost magical about her. Is she a witch like Carter? Will they find out about Vanessa before she gets hurt by the magical beings after her? I loved the twist and how AJ Renee tied it all together! Love this series and have enjoyed every book in it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rebecca Hillhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRebecca Hill2021-08-16 11:44:522021-08-16 13:06:01Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Rebecca Hill
The second installment by James Talisman is a fantasy masterpiece. It starts you off in the middle of the action where the first book ended and keeps you yearning for more. It draws you in to want to keep reading just to find out what happens next. It continues following the journey of the three young college students who were destined to find each other and complete this journey to discover their higher destiny. Will they be able to master their gifts and complete their predetermined destiny? On the opposite side is a secret group that serves master Hades and yet for some reason in this book his followers are not able to communicate with him. But then a new character comes into play that serves to take Hades’ place. In this new storytelling of good versus evil who will prevail? Will this new character bring success or destruction? I am not usually a science fiction fan but the character development and story telling in this book drew me in right from page 1. I just had to keep reading to find out what happens next and if you’re interested in a new read then I encourage you to take this journey too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Vanessa Wattshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVanessa Watts2021-08-16 11:35:222021-08-16 13:05:35Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Vanessa Watts
Another fantastic read by Renee. I come back to this author and this series every time there’s a new book. The Broderick Coven Series is an amazing one at that. This is the fourth book in the series.
Vanessa is a normal human, but she’s not like the rest of them in town. She knows something is off with people in town, but doesn’t want to make herself sound crazy. Then she finds herself attracted to Carter. The quote I chose for Vanessa is: “Wait? How does it work? Like, are we talking we can communicate telepathically, or you’re going to know I secretly hated Georgia for six months when she dated my crush?”
Carter hasn’t found his soulmate yet and he’s not sure if he wants to. He’s seen what his siblings have gone through with theirs and he isn’t sure he can handle all that. When Ethan confirms it Carter gets scared. The quote I chose for Carter is: “I care about you more than I have any other woman. It’s absurd, considering how little time we’ve known each other. I may not be able to explain what’s brought us together, and I can admit it used to terrify me, but I don’t want to lose you. If you decide all of this is too much, I’ll respect your decision. But know this now, I won’t walk away until I know you are safe.”
Highly recommended for Paranormal Witch Romance lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2021-08-16 10:49:482021-08-16 13:05:03Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee-Review by Amanda Kimble
This is Book #2 in the “Journeys Through TimeSpace” series. It would be extremely helpful to read Book #1 to establish the identities and backstories of the characters in this book, b/c Book #2 picks up right where Book #1 left off. Matt, Julia, and Dan are young people recruited to the Lighthouse Collective, for whom Matt’s parents also work. Matt is suspected to have great potential, with the correct training, which he will receive in Nepal. So the threesome set out for Nepal. Matt’s parents are involved in the effort to protect the Earth from possible invasion by others in the Multiverse. We also are re-introduced the Disciples of Hades and their member, Thomas Halloway IV, and the reptilian humanoids from elsewhere in the Multiverse. Will the groups make strange bedfellows to defend the Earth from the alien invaders? Will Matt learn enough in time to save the Earth? Read it and see. I’ll rate it three stars, b/c the sex scenes are a bit graphic for me and some of the language used by the author doesn’t seem to match the situation, eg feeling informal when it should be more formal for the scene. If you like imaginative world building, or if you like the “Back to the Future” movie series, you may like this story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sherry Sharpnackhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSherry Sharpnack2021-08-16 10:43:392021-08-16 13:04:11Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Sherry Sharpnack
Unbreakable is the first book in The Diamonds series by Tee Smith. It is a contemporary romantic suspense with mystery, emotion, angst, secrets, and lies. While I did enjoy the story, I feel like it was a little slow to get going, and lagged in places, which frustrated me a little. Because of that, it took me a while to really get into the story…… but that might just be me. I will revisit this story again later to see if I still feel the same way or whether I was just having an “off” reading session. Again, I did enjoy the story and the angsty emotion- but I feel that the author missed an opportunity to take this story to the next level by adding more intensity, action, and drama… Unbreakable is a story about finding love unexpectedly. Erin and ‘Ripper’ are a case of opposites attract- she’s the ‘good girl’ and he’s the quintessential ‘bad boy’. Erin is trying for a fresh start, leaving her old life behind and moving back to her hometown to care for her ailing mother. Ripper has some pretty heavy baggage, and a past that won’t stop haunting him. Just when things start looking up for both of them, his past casts a dark shadow over their future. The book ends on a bit of a cliffhanger that’s intended to lead us into the next book.
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 Hayes2021-08-16 10:34:512021-08-16 13:03:01Unbreakable (The Diamonds Book 1) by Tee Smith – Review by Angela Hayes
This was a cute story with a great message. As an elementary school teacher, this would be a great shared reading experience for discussion. The characters are enjoyable and the illustrations are beautiful. The rhyming is a fun part of the book for the kids but some of them are a little forced. I also liked the activities included at the end of the story. Overall, this book was one I would check out the others in the series to see other adventures of Jake’s.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2021-08-16 10:13:202021-08-16 13:02:29Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Trish Ann
I absolutely enjoyed this story! It was engaging, moved smoothly and all of the plot points worked well together. There was nothing that felt forced or out of place especially being the third book in the series. I didn’t feel like I was missing key points at all.
Lark and Hunter had a beautiful second chance and the road to realization for what caused them to fall apart in the first place was well designed. I loved the character arc that Lark experienced with her family, herself and Hunter as she healed the parts of herself she denied and hid for so long. This was a beautiful story and I will most likely read the others in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2021-08-16 10:08:492021-08-16 13:01:57HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Trish Ann
This was a touching book. My son is older (10 years old) but when I read it to him, he also enjoyed it. I would recommend this book to kids of all ages.
Jack the Growling Dog finds weird paw prints on his normal daily trail. He does not recognize it as any animal he has ever seen before. He meets up with his other dog friends named Luna and Bodhi to find this strange creature. The dogs are scared and worried about what they might find but the trio encourage each other to push forward in this endeavor.
This book touches a subject most kids don’t really understand on their own which is don’t judge a person (or dog) by how they look.
Another bonus for me personally when I was reading this book was one of the dog friends Bodhi. My dog’s name is also Bodhi so when I was reading this book out loud, he joined us and his ears perked up every time he heard his name!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Santana Hickshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSantana Hicks2021-08-16 10:02:122021-08-16 13:01:22Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Santana Hicks
This was a fun children’s book about the adventures of Jake, the growling dog. In this story, Jake and one of his squirrel friends come upon strange tracks on his trail. Clearly upset by this, he and his two dog friends set out to discover what would leave those tracks. Along the way, another dog, with only three legs, joins up with them and the mystery of the strange tracks is solved. This book is a wonderful story, educating children about people with physical differences and that they aren’t scary. They can even become our friends, as well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2021-08-16 09:23:492021-08-16 13:00:56Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
My kids absolutely LOVED this story! This is the first Jake book we have read but we will definitely be reading others. Samantha Shannon has created a beautiful way of teaching kids about their world. In this book, Jake and his friends learn about facing fears, leaning on one another in times of need, and making and accepting new friends, even when they are a little different. The story is engaging and gives plenty of opportunity for discussion. As a mother of special needs children, this story warmed my heart. Jake is a fun and loveable, rambunctious little dog that is relatable to children. The pictures in the book are detailed with vibrant and eye-catching colors. They are perfect for helping young readers to follow the story. This definitely is a book that, in my opinion, needs to be read by an adult or slightly more advanced reader, as there are some challenging words, but it makes story time as a family fun!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nakyshia Legerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNakyshia Leger2021-08-16 09:20:472021-08-16 12:59:57Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Nakyshia Leger
This was a fun book about a coffee shop owner, Ellie Warren, who’s Kitty Beret Cafe features cats in costumes roaming the shop looking to be adopted. When someone is murdered in the alley behind her shop, her own cat, Templeton, starts finding mysterious trinkets. Detective Simon Bates assigns himself as Ellie’s personal guard while they look for the murderer. Suddenly, Ellie’s life is turned upside down with strangers accosting her in the shop, strangers staring daggers at her, and more. This was a fun, light-hearted read that I recommend, especially to cat lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2021-08-16 08:58:232021-08-16 12:59:32Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
My kiddos and I love the Jake the growling dog stories! There are so many opportunities to learn while reading and having fun. In this book Jake and Neet discover some new tracks and don’t know what to make of them. They worry and let their imaginations run wild which even as an adult I can be known to do. In fear they run home and hide. The next day though they gather some friends and go investigate. Brave pups that they are they find the culprit and a wonderful new friend who due to his disability was the cause of the strange tracks. I love that this book shows children how to be supportive of each other no matter what and help Jake conquer his fear. I also love how it shows children it’s okay to be different and that doesn’t make anyone any less of a person or animal. The activities included at the end of the book make this a great teaching tool and makes it a fun way for children to practice what this book teaches or to work through their own uncertainties or fears.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Micalahhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMicalah2021-08-16 08:08:382021-08-16 12:58:58Jake the Growling Dog Shares His Trail (Jake the Growling Dog Book 3) by Samantha Shannon- Review by Micalah Weatherholtz
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