I was pulled into this book right from the start. The narrator, Catherine, is English and talking to her dead daughter as though she can hear her mother. Catherine searches for the truth about her daughter Susie’s death a year prior. This book has a unique structure to let the reader view different scenarios to explain Susie’s tragic death. The reader needs to ask whether each scenario likely would have happened and question what really is the truth about that night. Collins skillfully written prose, will have you on the edge of your seat asking the same questions Catherine does and the ending takes you by surprise!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Vaughnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Vaughn2022-11-09 15:35:042022-11-18 08:52:15And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Brandy Vaughn
Petty is a man’s man who shows no signs of weakness, especially with his Satan’s Devils MC Brothers. He is rough, tough and comes off as aggressive to everyone around him. As part of the Satan’s Devils, he is accepted as part of the club and his Brothers know that he will always have their back. However, because of this hard exterior he portrays, Petty is not always well liked by everyone, including some of the members of his club. What his Brothers do not know is that Petty is harboring secrets and when his ex-wife pops back into his life after being gone for seven years all those secrets threaten to come out.
RoseLynn is an up-and-coming singer who is being stalked by her ex-boyfriend who will go to great lengths to cause her harm. Her manager hires the Satan’s Devils Security Services to protect her and act as her bodyguards. When Petty is asked to protect singer RoseLynn, she is less than happy about his attitude and thinks that he is a jerk. Petty could care less what RoseLynn thinks of him because he is there to do a job and nothing more and does not care if he is liked.
RoseLynn cannot shake the feeling that there is more to Petty under his hard exterior than he lets on. Petty finds her to be a pain in the butt but admires her strength for leaving an abusive relationship. He also finds himself drawn to RoseLynn’s singing voice and feels drawn to her. Knowing that it is a work relationship both RoseLynn and Petty try to deny the attraction they feel for one another. Soon the job will be over, and they can go back to their respective lives.
This was another amazing book by this author, and I found it impossible to put down. The characters and scenes were relatable, almost too much so, as at times they reminded me of my own past. I must say that the author did a remarkable job of telling Petty’s story, which I will not spoil. I will say that the emotions and thought process when faced with those actions, that type of behavior, are true. Nobody wants to see themselves as weak or admit to anyone what is going on for fear of not being believed. Petty was no different when placed in those situations and never wanted to be viewed as weak. He went to great lengths to hide the truth because of his views on the roles of men and women that he had learned from an early age from his father. RoseLynn was to be admired for leaving her abuser and taking the steps necessary to move forward and not be a victim. She had a toughness about her where she would not back down while also maintaining a softness and quiet beauty. Her softness brought out the best in Petty and it was nice to see him let his guard down. A seriously fantastic read that brought me to tears many times.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2022-11-09 15:11:082022-11-18 08:52:09Petty’s Crime (Satan’s Devils MC Las Vegas Book 3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Wow this author brings another fantastic book!! I love the Satan’s Devils MC books and loved the first two books in the MC Las Vegas…and this book brings me Rose and Petty. At first, I was not a fan at all of Petty….but as I turn each page my mind changed.
Rose has a crazy ex that turns to stalker mode and needs protection and ends up under the protection of the Satan’s Devils and Petty himself. At first, wow, Petty was a jerk!! But as Rose peels back the layers to Petty there is something more….but when a past comes back that Petty has been hiding from will Rose be there for Petty and in turn can Petty continue to protect Rose from her crazed ex?
This book was tense!! Action, drama and sizzle coming together in one emotional roller coaster of a ride story!! I loved this book and I am looking forward to the next!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2022-11-09 14:36:092022-11-18 08:52:02Petty’s Crime (Satan’s Devils MC Las Vegas Book 3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I am never disappointed by this author. After reading the first two books in this series, I was excited to read the third and picked it up immediately. I will be honest though, if I knew that this book was about Petty after reading the first and second book, I would not have picked it up. But, I am beyond glad that I did.
Trigger warning: there is sexual assault and abuse in this novel. What I like about this book is that it focuses on a man being abused, rather than a woman being abused. The more male abuse is discussed, the more normal the conversation becomes and the more likely men are to come forward. There is and probably always will be a stigma about men coming forward when it comes to abuse and/or rape, but the more we talk openly about it, the less stigmatized it becomes.
If you are able to read this novel, I highly recommend it. The author is amazing at creating great characters and plot lines. I will always pick up a book by this author, regardless of who the characters are. They say to never judge a book by its cover, well, I should never judge a character by their persona. I ended up loving Petty by the end of this novel. You won’t be disappointed if you decide to give this a read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Allyson Whttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAllyson W2022-11-09 14:35:492022-11-18 08:51:57Petty’s Crime (Satan’s Devils MC Las Vegas Book 3) by Manda Mellett – Review by Allyson Ware
This book was extremely cute! I had no idea what to expect with this animal family but I enjoyed the illustrations a lot. This story helps me to understand what goes on in the minds of adopted children! I could only imagine that it’s not too far off from how I felt whenever I got myself into trouble with my mom! I love the imagination of Oliver because its super realistic! This is a great book for adoptive parents even for and the children so they they know are not alone!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Phillipshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Phillips2022-11-09 14:30:212022-11-18 08:51:50Oliver, A Story About Adoption by Lois June Wickstrom Review by Ashley McMillon
The Kidnapping by Linda Burson. This is such a funny romantic suspense read. Its the story of Jenna and Andy. When Jenna meets Andy in a local bar they hit it off and soon a romance sparks. Jenna has not had good luck with guys because she has money and that’s usually all they want. Her last boyfriend wanted her to put his name on her bank account but thank God the red flags flew and she didn’t. Things with Andy are going pretty good and then someone leaves a envelope full of money and the instructions to kidnap someone. Andy tries to track the person down to tell them they have the wrong person but he can’t find them. What happens next is a crazy, fast paced thriller. This book will make you laugh, be scared and flip pages way in the night. I love this author and always enjoy her work!
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 Treadway2022-11-09 14:11:232022-11-18 08:51:45The Kidnapping by Linda Burson – Review by Tausha Treadway
This book was adorable. The story was beautiful and adventurous. So many bright illustrations to keep a child’s interest. I loved that the author included lessons and fun throughout the book. I can’t wait to read this to my child. I highly recommend this to parents of children who enjoy interactive stories.
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 Brown2022-11-09 14:01:262022-11-18 08:51:39Lucas the Spy Cat (Jake the Growling Dog) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Jerricka Brown
Trudy Beasley is a forensic medical examiner, her organized personality within her personal and professional life has made her an excellent result reporter for those families who seek the peace of knowing what happened to their loved ones. Brilliant at her work she is analytic during the examination of bodies, but once the physical work concludes her mind wanders about the pain and hardship the patient had endured before dying.
A terrible exposition in the city has Trudy and her team full of work, burned carcasses and bags of bones are delivered for her to examine but she doesn’t know how to identify bones so she calls the university asking for a consult with an expert in the matter.
Ben Roberts is a professor in forensic anthropology and a city case has his attention when bags of bones to identify are turned in from the scene of the accident. He is a scientist with an academic mind that seeks to understand the evidence and whatever it may tell him would be enough to draw up conclusions, and therefore information.
Clashing due to their differences Trudy and Ben are about to engage themselves in a mystery road that may guide them to understand each other better, but also in danger of being in the middle of something very unexpected and dangerous.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paloma Fierrohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaloma Fierro2022-11-09 13:50:452022-11-18 08:51:33Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat Series Book 3) by Becky Flade – Review by Paloma Fierro 9/11/2022
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62684696-yesterday-s-over” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat series, #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1663864780l/62684696._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62684696-yesterday-s-over”>Yesterday’s Over</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4826956.Becky_Flade”>Becky Flade</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5094855545″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Wow what an amazing addition to the Philly Heat series by this author. The third book in a row I have read straight through.<br />We are introduced properly to Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Beasley, the Assistant Chief Medical Examiner, who we have met briefly in the first two books as a friend to the leading ladies in their stories. Trudy is a force of nature herself, having been brought into the fold researching the child killer previously, she seems to be hooked and overly invested in the case brought to her when a gas explosion levels houses and not only does she need to do her best for the recently deceased but bones from multiple bodies (including that of a baby) are uncovered.<br />She brings in Forensic Anthropologist Ben Roberts to deal with the bones as this is outside her remit, although she suspects foul play. Ben takes the case forward in a purely scientific one.<br />They are both dragged into this case further than they would anticipate, further murder, abduction and more questions than answers to begin with bring the whole team, and support network together.<br />The fastest paced book of the three I have read, emotional rollercoaster as you follow the: who, when, where, why how as well as the budding relationship between Trudy and Ben.<br />Another fantastic read by this author.<br /> <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2022-11-09 13:42:012022-11-18 08:51:27Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat Series Book 3) by Becky Flade – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
To be honest, I was drawn to this little story by the cover of the book. I have a heart for gnomes. Bob moves to a new town and gets his first job – writing stories for the local newspaper. What he doesn’t expect is that his first story (a bigfoot sighting) was not what his boss really wanted. Bob finds himself out of work. But what happens next is about to change his world! A guy at the diner asks Bob if he will track down the culprit who has stolen a gnome. Once he starts being a detective, he finds out more about this charming little town then was evident. This was a very quick, fun read.
Thank you so much for putting a trigger warning at the beginning of the book! Enzo and Candi. I read the first book and this one is just as good and can be a stand alone but I love that they are linked and you still get some of Nicco and Des. I was able to relate to this book in Candi’s shoes. I lost my partner about 6 months ago. The questions that she asks herself and her bestfriend are valid and questions I still ask myself but I don’t know the answer. This book gave me a different point of view and I am appreciative of that. I can’t imagine Enzo’s confusion and pain knowing how he’s survived. I love, love, the epilogues. Here are a couple of my quote take aways that stood out:
“Sometimes the most wonderful celebrations are also reminders of those who are no longer here to celebrate with” “Can, there’s no rule that says you only get one soul mate in life and that’s it”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Chelsea Fosterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChelsea Foster2022-11-09 13:29:302022-11-18 08:51:17Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts Series Book 2) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Chelsea Foster
The Protector is a story about a girl who is trying to recover and reclaim her identity after being kidnapped and made to do terrible things for three years. Just because she was rescued does not mean the battle is over. Not only does she still have to escape her fear, she also has to learn who she is now, and even harder, she has to love herself again, despite the things she was forced to do. She is not the girl she was before no matter how bad some people may want her back. But with Declan’s help, maybe she can start to face her fears and become a stronger version, and just maybe she can find her self worth and see the amazing person that Declan sees in her. I really enjoyed this story and I can’t wait to read the rest of the series. The characters are well developed and relatable. You can understand Renee’s fears and triggers and this story helps you understand what a victim might experience after going through such a horrible thing. I really like how respectful Declan is as he tries to help. He is clearly not perfect, and he makes mistakes, which makes this more realistic. He does everything he can to help and protect her, but there is no guide book to tell him the right things to do and say. This is an emotional story that is very well told. I would definitely recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torey Fosterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTorey Foster2022-11-09 13:26:212022-11-18 08:51:11The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Torey Foster
This book was amazing. It is part of a series by a great standalone read. This book was well written and an attention grabber. The author’s attention to detail grips you and doesn’t let go. I felt myself wanting more with each page turn. I highly recommend it.
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 Brown2022-11-09 13:03:422022-11-18 08:50:59The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Jerricka Brown
This is the third book in this series that I have read and boy I was not let down. I have really smitten with this author’s MC series. I like how the books flow into one another and that she uses just the right amount of back story for the main characters that really adds depth to the stories. I love how the characters have very unique and explosive chemistry that builds and builds leaving you at the edge of your seat. i just could not put book down. I really cannot wait for the next book in the series. It goes without saying I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Caralee Loonathttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCaralee Loonat2022-11-09 12:36:112022-11-18 08:50:54Petty’s Crime ( Satan’s Devils MC Las Vegas Book 3 ) by Manda Mallett – Review by Caralee Loonat
Liliana, Sofia, Marissa, and Emiliana belong to 4 royal mafia families. Under the strict power of their respective fathers each of the girls is used for the convenience of the business, marriage arrangements are made with other families even those who are part of the enemy, giving them the memories of growing together as the only source of warmth throughout the hardness of the destiny.
Within their luxury lives all of them have challenges to overcome: Marissa’s engagement with Toni, who was a friend and suddenly becomes a guard who seeks power in his new position. Sofia,in love with Enzo, but after a traumatic experience has lost all of his shine and she can not seem to get it back to him, thinking that theirs was not a love meant to be. Emiliana, who is marked with internal scars after being abducted and now can’t seem to be able to be part of a normal society, living always on high alert and in constant fear for her surroundings. Liliana has yet to see what her father has saved for her future, she has a seat in first row into her friends fated goals.
A multi-narrative story full of action, suspense, hidden love, character development that empowers the forces of each girl to its fullest, even when at the same time they deal with their fears and limitations
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paloma Fierrohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaloma Fierro2022-11-09 12:33:362022-11-18 08:50:41Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Series Prequel) by Amy McKinley – Review by Paloma Fierro 09/11/2022
Good story filled with array of likable characters. It has a nice easy flow so it moves along quickly. At first it seems like any other story but once we get to know the townies…things change. The characters all have secrets that slowly come out as the story moves along. It was neat how they all just led normal lives but OH they have this other side…no big deal. I do like that the characters names kind of reflect what they are..very neat.
This is a nice paranormal mystery book. Its a first time author for me. I enjoyed the idea and the concept. The mystery intrigued me and the paranormals kept me coming back.
This is the third book in this mystery series based on ancient Egypt. As a lover of historical fiction, I have become very enthralled with this series. This book reminded me of “Murder on the Nile” in some ways, but with more historical accuracy. I love her diligence of the excavation sites, artifacts and material remains to help not only solve the mystery but provide you with the knowledge of that era. I must also mention that her maps and “Glossary of Gods” she includes helps to know who and what she is describing. I was never familiar with the Egyptian Gods so that was a nice learning tool. If you are a fan of historical mysteries, please check out this book and the rest of her series. I think you will thoroughly enjoy them.
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 Pearman2022-11-09 10:51:532022-11-18 08:50:24Scepter of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Karen Pearman
So let me just start off by saying, I went into reading this book after reading the 3rd book of the series and was not disappointed at all! Catherine Peace definitely writes in a genre of her own, and it is different, but it is a great different though! I can honestly say that this is the second book that I have read that Catherine Peace has written, and I have not been disappointed either time, I really enjoyed reading Ember’s Secret! The storyline revolves around two lonely souls that are drawn to one another. Austin, considered a failure in his father’s eyes, has a great love and a passion for food. He seems to have darkness looming over him but he’s just the light this story needed. His character development throughout the story was beautifully described. After learning about Austin, we are then introduced to Ember, who has been living in fear, after her mother was killed when she was a child. And her life of fear hasn’t been easy, because of her shape shifting secret she holds dear. Ember’s character really develops throughout the novel. Austin happens to stumble across Ember’s empty restaurant with phenomenal food because his car troubles landed him there. He sees something within Ember and wants to give her everything! Ember is hesitant as first, but it doesn’t take long for her to jump on board and let’s Austin and his team lead the way. As Austin and Ember grow closer, they have multiple obstacles that keep getting in their way!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mary E Espinozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMary E Espinoza2022-11-09 10:48:412022-11-18 08:50:18Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Mary Espinoza
Order of the Vespers is a well written urban fantasy. Jasper Andrews is a teenager who has a gift she cannot control. Now she’s on the run for a crime she didn’t commit. Her parents had told her that the only way to protect her family was to keep their secrets. Now on the run in Manhattan, she is kidnapped by the Order of the Vespers, a group that would like to train her to be an assassin. Jasper has much to learn and each time she seems to take a step forward something pushes her back. She needs to trust those around her. Will she learn the lessons needed to protect the Order? Ms. Reyes has written a strong character and a wonderful story. This book had me hooked page after page routing for Jasper to overcome her fears and find trust and friendship within this new life. I enjoyed reading this book and I know you will as well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Diane Sennetthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDiane Sennett2022-11-09 10:48:262022-11-18 08:50:11Order of Vespers (The Vespers Chronicles Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Diane Sennett
This is the fourth book in The Freemasons series. I loved this just as much if not more than the previous books in the series. I do highly recommend reading the books in order so that you understand all the characters and their stories which have lead them to where they are now. The author does an amazing job of capturing the characters and I loved Declan who is so protective and caring towards Renee while at the same time being powerful and strong when it comes to protecting her. Renee herself is very damaged because of the trauma she has gone through. My heart broke for her as she struggles with returning to normal life but I was equally amazing by her strength and courage to trust and love again.
Renee has finally been saved and rescued from the people who kidnapped her. Now she has the hard task of getting through the trauma and returning to her free life. But this is no easy task but she hopes she can get there with the help of her family and Declan. Renee has always had feels for Declan but now she knows he would never want her. Who would want someone so damaged and broken?
Declan is so thankfully to have Renee back safe. After fearing he had lost her forever he he grateful she has been found and will stop at nothing to help her recover. Even if that means denying his feelings and wants towards her and just focusing on helping her recover. He wants to do anything it takes to stay in her life and doesn’t want to scare her away.
Declans main goal is to protect her from any harm happening to her again. So when the people who kidnapped and harmed her before come back Declan is determined to make them disappear for good.
Can Declan protect Renee? Will he ever be honest with her about his feelings towards her or will Renee carry on thinking she is damaged and that no one will love her?
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 Carr2022-11-09 10:00:202022-11-18 08:49:59The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kerry Carr
This was a quick read. Julie is stubborn and set in her ways. Jim is a “good ol boy” trying to be more refined. This story has a few different tropes age-gape, student/teacher and second chance. If you are looking for a quick entertaining read then give this a try.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Johnson2022-11-09 07:39:352022-11-09 09:19:29Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Ashley Johnson
Could you get any sweeter with this story? Enzo and Candi are both dealing with losses that affect their relationships. Can these two flirty lovebirds let their walls down and take a chance on new love? Oh my goodness, this is one of my favorite romances this year. The flirty chemistry, the sparks that fly from these two; I can almost picture fluorescent lights zinging back and forth. In fact, as I was reading, I kept thinking that maybe Candi need to realized that she will again “zing.” (quoting Hotel Transylvania). I loved the romance, the drama, the reality of it. They dealt with real relationship issues. They shared family issues. The story was very well written. I loved all the characters. The last couple of chapters were my absolute favorites. (I cannot wait for the next book). One of my favorite authors. You must read this.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-11-09 07:35:322022-11-09 09:18:25Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts Series Book 2) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Shelly Kittell
A cute story about sibling rivalry. They can’t agree on what to do but they can agree to disagree. I found this story entertaining. It actually helped start a conversation with my grandchildren about playing nice with their brothers and sisters. Many giggles were had over the sandcastle wars. Another winner with this family. A storytime recommendation from us.w
This book was a deep read for me. Realistic, and truly felt everything. As I am someone who struggles with my own demons and mental health every day, this book really pulled me in. Tears certainly fell.
The book was moving. The love between Phoebe and Kenzo was true and real. I felt a lot for Phoebe and how she was brought up. But with Kenzo by her side, it made life happier none the less. I related to Kenzo as well. Both had issues, and battles, in different forms. Being together, not only made things easier, but stronger together. To me the writing was beautiful, enjoyed the writing and the setting as well. I was deeply pulled in and mesmerized all the way through. It was very much at times, but it made it the joy it was. The emotions and the love you feel, go hand hand in hand, and make you see the beauty of the story.
This is a book I will continue to highly recommend to others. Even if you did not have a difficult upbringing, you can reward yourself, by understanding by those that didn’t. Defiantly a must read book and author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-11-09 07:24:032022-11-09 09:18:13National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review By Lorrene Huisman
This is one of the oddest books I’ve read. It started like a mom that couldn’t accept her daughter’s death. As the story unfolded, more possibilities came to light (there are 10 in all.) I can’t tell you much about the story, you’ll have to read it for yourself. It is also one of the best stories I’ve ever read. You are led to think about what you are reading. I found the characters to be very interesting. There are several POV and this makes for a well rounded look at what could have happened to her and why she did what she did. The book is pretty powerful too. I found myself feeling some big emotions. I recommend this for those who can handle it. I also give a trigger warning!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-11-09 07:19:162022-11-09 09:18:06And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Shelly Kittell
Dreena did a really good job with this thriller. I kept trying to figure out what happened to Susie right along with Catherine only to be left puzzled and suspicious throughout the entire book. Dreena did an outstanding job developing her characters and even though Susie is deceased you got a sense of who she was right along with everyone else. I look forward to reading more by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trista Martinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrista Martin2022-11-09 07:17:582023-08-05 14:03:50And Then She Fell by Dreena Collins – Review by Trista Priest
I absolutely loved this book and the characters that it contained. It was written with so much intelligence, and quirky moments, that everything I read came together so well! It was impossible not to love this book!
As I am a huge literature fan, of course the character Juliet, spoke to me, Love Jim and his own personality and what it brought to the table! Their interactions were full of heat and chemistry, yes. But, as well sweet and heart felt moments. I laughed so much throughout the book. Their relationship on what it started and how it grew, really made it realistic. The writing skills of the author were very enchanting in the sense as well as they knew how to keep you interested and engaged! I very much loved this book!
This was a wonderful read, funny sweet, and a light read. I could not put it down once I began, as I wanted to keep on reading and see what would develop next! Highly recommend this must read book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-11-09 07:05:332022-11-09 09:17:50Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Lorrene Huisman
This is the fourth book in this series which is just as great as the first three. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up by her. I enjoy her writing skills as well as her attention to details that make her stories come to life. This is one of my favorite yet in this series. This is a well written story about Declan and his bestfriends sister, Renee. Will Declan be able to keep her safe when the person who abducted her returns? I enjoyed reading this suspenseful romance story. It is fast paced and hard to put down. A story that has characters that will pop off the pages and into your heart. They have great growth and chemistry from the start. They pull you into their story which makes the story easy to read. I highly recommend this book and this author.
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 Wagner2022-11-09 06:43:312022-11-09 09:17:22The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I enjoyed reading this suspenseful story. This is a well written story that is full of secrets and a fight for survival. Author made the story come to life using details to give it a realistic feel. The characters are engaging and Emma made such a great character. I enjoyed her character and her growth throughout. She truly made the story for me. This is a fast paced story that has twists and turns that had me turning pages fast. A hard to put down 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 Wagner2022-11-09 06:33:142022-11-09 09:16:16The Fifth Daughter of Thorn Ranch by Julia Brewer Daily – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Dia Ngata is a young woman in hiding, she spends her life in disguise and has been hunted because of who she is for most of her life, she is a swan shifter and ever since her tribe was slaughtered overnight, she has been running from hunters and from her past. Carver Kano is a dingo shifter who has had a challenging past and a life full of regrets, but he is trying desperately to make up for them with the choices he is making now, his biggest regret is his hand in the destruction of Dia’s tribe all those years ago.
Despite all of this, Dia spends her time helping others survive against the odds, just like her, so when disaster strikes and Dia is forced to run until she can run on more and passes out in the middle of an unknown forest, however, when she wakes up, she is no longer there, instead, she is in a bed with a soft voice asking her how she is feeling. This puts Dia on edge immediately, she is not used to being looked after and is suspicious of it all, especially when she is told she cannot leave, this send her into a panic and she does everything she can to escape, albeit unsuccessfully.
While all this is happening, Kano is working on a new story as a journalist specialising in warzones and he is after his biggest prize yet, in the past he has used this job to take down the worst of the worst out there and for the most part he is successful, but on the road to his next destination, Kano comes a scene of destruction and immediately goes to help, but he is distracted when he smells Dia and he immediately goes after her, however, he finds more than he bargains for when he is captured and put in a cage.
As Dia accepts her captivity, she sees another captive and realises that it is her old flame Kano, she doesn’t know how to react and honestly, neither does he, but as they find out more about this colony’s history, they become a part of the bat shifters camp life and they find it somewhere they want to help, especially Milos, who wriggles into their hearts. One say they are confronted by danger yet again when someone from Kano’s past turns up and threatens the bats they have become close to, but can Dia, Kano and Milos work together to save the colony from this latest danger and keep themselves safe throughout this difficult task? This is a fantasy adventure where nothing is as it seems and secrets and lies seem to be a way of life which will keep you reading on until you find out what happens in the end.
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