This is a fun sports romance story. I didn’t realise it was the second book to the series until I was half way through. I haven’t read the first book but I think that it would have been better if I had as I felt like somethings were missing. The storyline is enjoyable and well written with lots of chemistry but I would have liked a bit more steam. I’m definitely going to have to go back and read it and then re-evaluate this one. It is a quick read a brother’s best friend story when the annoying little sister has grown up. I enjoyed that it was written in multiple POV because you get to know more about the characters. This is the first book that I have read by Lauren and I look forward to reading more of her work.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2022-05-05 07:29:102022-05-05 07:29:10Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Jenni Bishop
I really enjoyed this romance story. It is a fast paced romance and I loved the chemistry between the two characters. Kendall is going to stay with her brothers best mate Pete. Kendall has had a crush on Pete every since she can remember and she know feels that it’s time to put that crush to bed literally and figuratively. Pete has only ever seen Kendall as his best mates little sister. So when a stunning woman turns up on his doorstep he knows he will have a hard time not touching his best mates sister. Will they give in to temptation? How will Kendall’s brother react if he finds out? Will this week of fun finally get Pete out of Kendall’s system or will something happen that changes them both forever?
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 Carr2022-05-05 07:28:542022-05-05 07:28:54Everything to Me (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Kerry Carr
Everything you want in a thriller is there. Mystery, suspense wanting to know what’s coming next. This is the first book I’ve read from this author & I wasn’t disappointed. Excited to read more of his work!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Luz Toscanohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLuz Toscano2022-05-05 07:28:322022-05-05 07:28:32The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Luz Toscano
This is the first book that I’ve read from this author and it’s the first book in the casket girls’ series. I was not disappointed. This is an amazing book. I’ve never been a big fan or historical book, but this was a refreshing. I was immediately intrigued from the beginning. I fell in love with the plot of the story, and I was not able to pull away from this. If you are into historical paranormal vampire romance stories, this is the book for you. I look forward to reading the second book in the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Skylar Danielshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSkylar Daniels2022-05-05 07:26:352022-05-05 07:26:35Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Series Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Skylar Daniels
Greer wakes up on a ship with a group of girls that are off to a convent in New Orleans in order to get married and find a new life. Unlike most of the girls there, Greer didn’t volunteer for this and has been kidnapped feom the streets of Paris. Theron is a demon that travels with Greer’s group and he just so happens to be feeding on Greer. Throughout his feasting he has developed feelings for her. With hints of Greek mythology, vampires, a strong willed female character, and slow burn steam – I thoroughly enjoyed this read and will be keeping an eye out for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Meganhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan2022-05-05 07:26:182022-05-05 07:26:18Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Series Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Megan Watson
The author continues the tale of Cat and her discovery of the family secret. This time the family is off to Arizona to visit the matriarch, Grandma Ginny, known to most as GG. GG is the daughter of the original baker in the family, Evie. GG holds the answers to all the questions Cat and Robyn have been asking. However, GG lives with Jojo, Cat’s mother’s sister. Cat’s mom, Bridget, and Jojo had a disagreement 15 years ago and have not spoken since. Getting the answers that Cat needs might not be as easy as pie.
Once in Arizona, Cat is faced with many challenges, getting up at 5 to bake with GG, distance from Tobey, GG’s unwillingness to provide answers, a new mystery man, and a Bake-Off for a huge restaurant contract!! While Cat and the family figure out the perfect recipe for the bake-off, Cat explores the town and her heritage through a scavenger hunt meant to provide Cat with clues to the answers that GG will provide once Cat completes the hunt. Hilarity ensues.
This continuation provides answers to some questions but leaves new ones!! Looking forward to the next book in the series! A great read for all ages.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2022-05-05 07:24:382022-05-05 07:24:38Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by M Policicchio
Book Details Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper. This was such a fun read. Its the 2nd book in the Bake Believe series and I suggest reading the 1st one to get to know the characters first. This is a fun, imaginative, young adult fantasy read. Its the story of Cat Anderson who loves to bake and in the last book we found out when Cat bakes she has a gift. During this addition Cat’s family travel for the Thanksgiving holiday and end up in the middle of a bake off. Of course there are a few mishaps with the baking but its all in fun. Lots of laughs and a little bit of romance thrown in. Great teenage read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2022-05-05 07:24:112022-05-05 07:24:11Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Tausha Treadway
This is book two in the series about Cat Anderson and her magical baking for YA, and it was nice being back with Cat. Cat is a very likeable and realistic teenager who not only has the usual ‘growing up’ issues, but she has also discovered that, ‘something’ happens when she bakes, something magical. In this story Cat wants to learn more about her ‘gift’, as now she knows what her baking can do but not why or how. To find the answers Cat and her family go on a road trip to the family bakery in Arizona, for Thanksgiving. However, instead of finding the answers to all her questions, Cat finds herself under suspicion and in the middle of a bakery showdown. Cat and Robyn soon learn that reckless baking, emotions and magic is a recipe for disaster. This is a fun and lighthearted read with a quirky and unique storyline, and a great main character in Cat. I was hooked from page one, and I felt engaged with the characters and immersed in the story due to the descriptive narrative. An enjoyable read for both YA and adults alike.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-05-05 07:23:542022-05-05 07:23:54Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This is book number two is this series and was just as much fun as the first one. I am truly in love with these characters and their story. Once again, there are some amazing “family” bakery recipes included in this book that I intend to make some time this year. I love how the author took this story on the road for some laughs, drama, and lots of baking. I couldn’t put this book down and I highly recommend you read it. This is even a phenomenal story to share with the teenage girls in your life because it is so wholesome. I recommend reading the books in order, so you know the story and how this family baking business works on magic to succeed.
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 Pearman2022-05-05 07:23:352022-05-05 07:23:35Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Karen Pearman
I originally started the series listening on Audiobook. I fell in love with audiobooks because of the first book. I knew I had to read book 2 once it was out. This is a great kids book and I think it will show kids the fun of reading, and just the fun of being a kid/teenager. A lot of relatable things happen, and I can myself remember being a teenage girl with hormones and angst. Cat and Robyn are a lot of fun and as Cat explores this new gift more we see her developing into a whole new girl. They of course have hijinks, crushes, drama, and of course delicious food as they navigate these newly teenage years.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laurenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLauren2022-05-05 07:22:222022-05-05 07:22:22Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper- Review by Lauren West
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Bake Believe is a cute little book. If you like food with a little magic then this book is for you.
Cat is so used to eating frozen food and it doesn’t bother her. Thats until she goes to the pool with her cousin and sees a high school kid with a pretzel. Now she can’t stand the thought of eating frozen foods. The quote I chose for Cat is: “Yeah, I know. But not really. It’s like an extra one, right? Cause it’s the last day of summer. I’ll be here for the real Friday fun night. Can I, please? Just for a little bit? I want to talk to Robyn about something.”
Robyn is Cat’s cousin and best friend. She is excited that her cousin decides that she wants real food. She can’t wait to see what their future holds. The quote I chose for Robyn is: “Well, I’m glad Tia Bridget doesn’t cook. If that means you will come hang out with us more. I love it when you’re here.”
This fantastic boxset contains the first three books in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. Ms. McKinley is one of my favourite authors, and this series is a testament to her talents. This boxset is a wonderful introduction to the Mafia Elite series- with three books in one, hello- #winning. But trust me when I say that you are bound to develop an addiction to her books and go searching for more. So, you will be happy to know that there are not only more books in this series, but also an extensive back-catalogue of the authors other books too- which are also excellent reading in their own rights. This Boxset contains No Way Out (Book #1), Blood Oath (Book #2), and Born In Darkness (Book #3). Below are my individual reviews for these books to give you a little taste of what to expect…..
NO WAY OUT (Mafia Elite Book #1): 5 Stars ALL THE FREAKING STARS!!!! OMG!!! Amy McKinley has outdone herself, AGAIN!!!! No Way Out is the incredible first instalment in the Mafia Elite series by the supremely talented Amy McKinley. I know I keep saying this with every new release of hers, but this is definitely a new favourite for me. It is a fantastic mafia romance/romantic suspense, with plenty of action, violence, danger, drama, mafia politics, intrigue, tension, chemistry, sizzle, secrets, revenge, and emotion. I fell for Max and Liliana right from the beginning- they were such great characters- quite complex, fully developed individuals with depth and their own unique quirks and flaws. I really don’t want to give too much away and spoil the story for you… But will leave you with this little tidbit. Max has an agenda that has taken a lot of time and planning to finetune before he can now, finally, let it all unfold. He has been tasked with protecting his mentor’s granddaughter, on top of his own plans to exact a little revenge and right past wrongs. He never expected that he would be so drawn to the young woman he was sent to protect. Having more in common with her than he first thought. But she is no defenceless flower, as he soon discovers- she’s one kick-butt mafia princess. But with secrets, agendas, politics, and sinister intentions- it’s not long before they are neck deep in a dangerous situation. It definitely made for an intense, suspenseful, edge of my seat read!!! Another gem to add to Ms. McKinley’s crown!
BLOOD OATH (Mafia Elite Book #2): 5 Stars
Second book into this amazing series and Ms. McKinley has hit it out of the park again!!! Blood Oath is the second fantastic book in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. As with the first book, this is a brilliant mafia romance- a romantic suspense story with an action-packed plot, secrets, dramatic developments, mafia politics, intrigue, tension, chemistry, steamy encounters, emotion, and more… This book continues what we started in book one, but this is Sofia and Enzo’s story (whom we met in book one as supporting characters). I loved all the interconnected details and intriguing threads that Ms. McKinley is weaving through her stories, and series. It makes for riveting reading. I have a new addiction and I can’t wait for my next fix!!!
BORN IN DARKNESS (Mafia Elite Book #3): 5 Stars
So, after finishing this and having read most, if not all of Ms. McKinley’s books now, I have come to the conclusion that she could write the phone book and make it addictive reading! Seriously!!! If you have yet to pick up one of her many books, what are you waiting for? You will kick yourself for missing out this long. Born in Darkness is another gem in Ms. McKinley’s crown- a stellar mafia romance, it is the third book in the Mafia Elite series by Amy McKinley. A masterfully woven romantic suspense story with action, violence, mafia politics, second chances, family dynamics, friendship, chemistry, sizzle, secrets, drama, intrigue, tension, and edge of your seat developments. This book is Stefano and Emiliana’s story, I was so excited to dive in- and now I can honestly say Ms. McKinley doesn’t rest on her laurels here, she ups the ante yet again, grabbing me right from the get-go and had me flipping the pages to find out what happens, all while proving once again that this series just gets better and better with each new release. If you haven’t read the previous two books, I highly recommend that you do, as not only are they fantastic stories in their own rights, they also contain important information that will help you better appreciate this story, as well as building a bigger picture. I love this series and the wonderfully complex characters that take centre stage here. I have a serious addiction to Ms. McKinley’s stories and need my next fix STAT!
Take my word for it- if you love mafia romance, romantic suspense, wonderfully developed characters, depth, and addictive reading- then you definitely won’t want to miss this exciting BoxSet, or series!!! Happy reading!
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 Hayes2022-05-05 07:20:272022-05-05 07:20:27Mafia Elite Series BoxSet: Volume One (Mafia Elite Series Books #1 – 3) by Amy McKinley – Review by Angela Hayes
When Mafia surgeon, Trey La Rosa, met the one woman who could bring him to his knees, grief from his girlfriend’s recent death loomed between them. He forced himself to walk away. Months later, she’s been kidnapped—and he’ll do anything to save her.
Hailey Carmichael never expected the man she’s been crushing on to swoop in and rescue her, let alone that he’d claim her for himself. Now she’s hiding out in his home, and the connection they felt when they met is threatening to incinerate them both.
Fate has given them a second chance, but at what cost?
As Trey and Hailey follow the money trail behind her kidnapping, each clue unearths darker and more sinister threats. Trey has already lost his first love. He won’t lose Hailey too. He’ll do everything in his power to save her, even if it means the impossible—letting her go.
This year, Caspian’s Grandfather gives him a hat for his UnBirthday. Wearing it lets him hear what people are thinking. Mom doesn’t want him to know what surprises she has in store, so she sends him next door to talk to their neighbor Geraldine. He wonders if she has surprises for him. Then he hears a turtle talking.
Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at the University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.
Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays for children.
She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.
Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children and four grandchildren, and a dog. She gardens, rides her bike, and tries to save the planet.
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My absolute favorite era of historical fiction is that which surrounds World War Two! This book juxtaposes strong characters with the stereotypical gender-based roles expected of women in this time period. The postwar years bring tumult of a different kind. Our heroine comes full circle, learning to appreciate the family she was born into, yet still maintain her independence. This is a story about a girl who becomes a woman, and along the way learns some valuable life lessons.
Are you a fan of the Amazon show, Just Add Magic?? If so, you’ll love this book! Do you enjoy baking or watching baking shows? Again, you’ll love this book!
This was such a fun read!! Cat’s going into the 8th grade and it’s the last day before summer vacay ends. She’s at the pool with her best friend and cousin, Robyn. They smell something so deliciously yummy that they can hardly stand it. Then this super cute boy walks by with a pretzel. You know the kind…dripping in butter with those little flakes of salt on it? THOSE kind…irresistible!! Cat goes and buys one but not before running into Tobey. All of a sudden, there’s this spark. Oh, why can’t summer last forever!!
Cat’s mom doesn’t ever bake. They eat frozen food all the time. Robyn’s mom bakes all the time. They live next door to each other but Cat is never allowed to eat at Robyn’s. Why all the craziness around that, wonders Cat? Her mom gets all up in arms anytime she’s offered food at Robyn’s. Then one day she eats at Tia’s house and everything changes….
Can you Bake Believe it??
I loved this book from start to finish!! I love the series I mentioned previously but this book is pretty awesome too! This author has a great way of keeping even a non-baker like myself entertained. I mean, I love to bake and cook but my family doesn’t appreciate my northern cooking style in their southern home. 🙂 My favorite part of this book is the recipes at the end of each chapter. Along with all the helpful hints and tons of humor!! What fun is baking if it’s not fun??
Enjoy this one folks but don’t read when you’re hungry! 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-05-04 08:09:332022-05-04 08:09:33Bake Believe (Bake Believe Series Book 1) by Cori Cooper – Review by Julie Johnson
In Bake Off, we continue to read the story of Cat, Robyn, and their family. This book starts off with a trip to Arizona to Spend some time with GG and Josey to learn more about this weird family stuff. Cat and Robyn have had some adventures and now they are coming of age to learn more about why Cat’s mom won’t bake and why Robyn’s mom loves it!
GG and Josey are ready for the town Bake Off. There are several bakeries in town and there is a restaurant wanting to partner with one of them. How can the family restaurant stand out amongst the others? Cat finally enjoys waking up at 5 am to bake with her GG and she’s loving what she’s learning but what sets their bakery apart? And what in the world is up with Josey and the delivery guy?
This story gives you more background from Evie, the family baking matriarch. Cat and Robyn have some fun adventures in baking during this story as well. I found it as equally enjoyable as book 1 in this series.
I highly recommend this to those who love the show “Just Add Magic” as it follows a similar story line. Like Book 1, this one also includes recipes with a lot of humor at the end of each chapter!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-05-04 08:09:212022-05-04 08:09:21Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Julie Johnson
Greer is just living her life and suddenly she finds herself living in New Orleans. Several girls, Greer included are given casket shaped suitcase but aren’t allowed to open them. At night she dreams of a dark beautiful stranger. Loved every second of this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jasmin Slaglehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJasmin Slagle2022-05-04 08:09:062022-05-04 08:09:06Blood & Ravens: A dark, paranormal romance (The Casket Girls Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau – Reviewed by Jasmin Slagle
Vandana is a CEO of a PR firm and her marriage has just ended. Morgan is a PR’s nightmare and a playboy. These two independent people are in for the ride of their lives. They had chemistry that steamed off the pages. The story was well written and I connected to the characters right away. I loved how the destinations that I never thought about visiting were brought to life and made me rethink that whole getting a passport thing.
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 Packard2022-05-04 08:08:512022-05-04 08:08:51The Cruiser (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 1) by Rowan Rossler – Review by Angela Packard
Blood and Ravens is a historically based paranormal romance novel that has a premise that pulled me in from the very beginning. It is book one in a series. Greer is kidnapped and thrown into a ship and taken to New Orleans where she doesn’t know anything or anyone but she is required upon disembarking the ship to stay at a convent and be pushed into an arranged marriage that she wants nothing to do with. Although she keeps having dreams about a man at her bedside that she can barely remember. Enter Theron, the mysterious man at her bedside who can’t help but want her to notice him. I’m a sucker for the rough, tough bad guy who progresses in the story and ‘changes’ or reveals his heart and he’s really a big softie or he has feelings for ‘the girl’ he’s never had for anyone else before. I did enjoy the writing and the story had me hooked from the beginning and I had trouble putting it down, finishing it all in one night. I am looking forward to other books in the series that I hope include at least a little snippet of an update as to how these two are doing with Greer’s deal with Hades.
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I loved Greer and Theron. The push and pull between them, and the undeniable chemistry made the story magnetic. Greer was a strong and fierce heroine, and you cant help but fall in love with her character. Theron was very much a dark and broody soul with bad boy vibes. Together they are dark, intense, and fearsome. This was a dark tale I will not forget, and I am eager to continue to see if they couple thrives.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laurenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLauren2022-05-04 08:08:112022-05-04 08:08:11Blood & Ravens (The Casket Girls Series Book 1) by A.D. Brazeau- Review by Lauren West
Magical baking Book two in the Bake Believe trilogy – Cat and Robyn are up to more crazy mischief. Their magical baking is becoming stronger and family secrets are being uncovered. The story is a fun read with twists and magical mayhem that I have come to expect from this author. The story takes off from book 1, so it does help to read that first. This is aimed at anyone from early teens and up that loves magic and baking. More great recipes in this book too. Bring on book 3.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2022-05-04 08:07:582022-05-04 08:07:58Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Rayne East
This was an amazing book. I love a good historical romance. I love how the author used some wine terminology in this book. As an enjoyer of wine, I found it very entertaining. This is my first book by this author but not the last. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jerricka Brownhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJerricka Brown2022-05-04 08:07:442022-05-04 08:07:44The True Purpose of Vines (The Winemakers Book 1) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Jerricka Brown
This novel is well written and absolutely thrilling! I could not put this down. With every chapter, the author surprised me with twists and turns. The characters were well developed and interesting. What I liked was that I could not read all of the characters and was surprised throughout the novel by what motivated and guided them. In the end, they might surprise you! I highly recommend this book! It will not disappoint.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jasmin Mariehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJasmin Marie2022-05-04 08:07:292022-05-04 08:07:29The Last Cabin Girl (Detective Josie Thompson Series) by Tom Swyers – Review by Jasmin Marie
This was a good follow-up and second book in this series. This book covers Thanksgiving vacation and Cat (along with her family, and Robyn) visiting the family bakery in Arizona and learning more about the family secret and how it works. There was plenty of mystery and fun, along with new information and new characters to enjoy. I am excited to see what comes next in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2022-05-04 08:06:572022-05-04 08:06:57Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Candice Estes
This was a very cute story! I’m a cat person but found myself rooting for Toby at times. The first few chapters were well thought out. As the story progressed, I’m not sure if the details were added to plump the story but I didn’t always feel it was connected. I was also frustrated by the ending. Overall, this was a cute story that kids would enjoy reading.
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 Ann2022-05-04 08:03:252022-05-04 08:03:25Toby: The (Mostly) True Story of a Former Bad Dog by Stephanie Wilson Peterson – Review by Trish Ann
This was a cute book. Definitely not something I would normally pick up but I enjoyed it. I thought it was interesting that Cat’s moods while baking were influential of others. This is definitely a good book for middle school age/pre-teen and would recommend it. I also appreciated the recipes!
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 Ann2022-05-04 08:03:122022-05-04 08:03:12Bake Believe by Cori Cooper – Review by Trish Ann
This was a fun sequel to Bake Believe. Again, loved the recipes after each chapter. The relationship of the grandmother with the granddaughters was really special and something I can connect with. This is another book I would definitely recommend for middle school age/pre-teen. I look forward to book three to see where the story goes.
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 Ann2022-05-04 08:02:582022-05-04 08:02:58Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Trish Ann
This is a great enjoyable children’s story. This is an engaging story about a dog who is mischievous. He does some things that he blames on others. This is a great story that will take you on a funny adventure. Toby is a fun character that brings the story to life. He is a very likable dog that can teach things to children reading this book. There is also a cat that seems to cause trouble. They are great characters which any child would like. Overall a great child’s story that I highly recommend.
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 Wagner2022-05-04 08:02:392022-05-04 08:02:39Toby: The (Mostly) True Story of a Former Bad Dog by Stephanie Wilson Peterson – Review by Bobbi Wagner
5 Stars Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper
Bake Off is the second book in the Bake Believe Trilogy. This is a cute YA / Fantasy/Kids book that was really fun to read. I truly enjoyed reading this book its got all the ingredients to make a quirky and fun story mixed with a bit of drama, magic and adventure. I do recommend reading the first book if you haven’t already as this book follows it. This author knocked it out of the park with this one. Cat is back and this time we find her and her family going on a Thanksgiving holiday and ending up in the middle of a baking showdown. Cat and Robin find out what happens when you add to much magic and reckless baking together it makes for a nice little disaster. Can Cat figure out more about her baking including the how’s and why’s of it all. I highly recommend reading this book and I cant wait to read 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 Daughenbaugh2022-05-04 07:57:132022-05-04 07:57:13Bake Off (Bake Believe Series Book 2) by Cori Cooper – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
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