What a cute enemies-to-lovers book. These two business owners both have goals and hard-headed personalities. And knew how to push each other’s buttons immediately. Yet when Cash’s business is at risk of being shut down the two pull together to save his bar and a friendship and love happens from there. Can not wait for the next book in the series.
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 Martin2023-03-04 06:32:392023-03-10 13:44:18Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Trista Priest
Wilf Gilvary is back and still trying to figure out how to control his magic, but he is still reluctant to accept his life as a wizard, he would much rather be playing football with his friends, or spending time with Katryna. Things don’t go to plan however, when the Veil he helped to strengthen starts to go rogue and the witches and wizards around him believe that he is the problem, they think that when he used his wizard magic to strengthen the witches spell, that he corrupted it and now it is out of control.
This isn’t Wilf’s only worry, his stepsister Myra is also on the loose, three days ago, she ran away from her crimes and Wilf is determined to find her, but the witches have other ideas and they are keeping him busy working on the antidote for the Virus of Beauty and studying magic, however, Wilf is getting more frustrated by the day and this isn’t helping anyone, least of all him, but he is struggling to control his emotions, as usual.
Meanwhile, in the magical realm, the Veil is expanding and it has taken on a life of its own, it is attacking witches and wizards alike and wreaking havoc wherever it touches and Wilf is expected to fix it, but when Katryna is kidnapped, he realises that he will do anything to get her back and save the magical realm, even if he doesn’t want magic himself. With tensions rising between the witches and wizards, can he keep everything in check while they fight over him, Katryna and the magical realm, or will it all end in disaster? This is another fantasy adventure with secrets, lies, mistrust and of course, magic throughout as you try to untangle the webs surrounding Wilf, Katryna and the others around them to work out who wants what and why, it is a story which will hook you in and keep you invested throughout.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It is not my first book by this author nor will it be my last. C.A. King is definitely becoming a favorite.
Things I loved most: -Strong female lead -supernatural -relatable elements ( dating the wrong guy, being different, betrayal) -easy to read and follow along -Simone -the tree -how much Zoe is coming into her powers
Things I disliked: -the book ending
Things I would change: -at times it felt like the story jumped a bit kind of read like how a tv show would take place. It didn’t take away from the story but it had me question if I skipped a page
Anyways I need a sequel. I have to know what happens next. Will they fight the humans or vampires first? Can they reproduce and will the offspring be even more powerful? Will we get a glimpse into what really happened with the black mist?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2023-03-04 03:25:392023-03-10 13:43:56Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by Amber Howard
Thrilling and twisted This was so unexpected and very unpredictable. The story builds over the time with many twists, suspense, mystery and drama. This leads to a very emotional and intense read. There were times where I felt the story didn’t flow as cleanly as it could but overall there was enough to keep me engaged right through to the unforeseen ending.
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 East2023-03-04 02:04:272023-03-10 13:43:47The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Rayne East
Cash is one of the owners of blue Bigfoot brewery, they have had peaceful existence until neighbour from hell moves next door.
Hollis has opened her dream, a dog grooming parlour and is just trying to build up her business, so when she enter the pub next door to give away some flyers she did not expect full out war with the owner.
As the practical jokes get more and more elaborate Cash and Hollis start feeling chemistry between them until a misunderstanding causes an explosion in more ways than one.
I love this author’s writing style, she writes warm and rich characters which instantly make there way to your heart and Hollis and Cash are no different. The start of the book just lets you peak in just enough to have you hooked and can put the book down until you find out what happens.
I loved the character of Hollis so sassy and independent wanting to make a life for herself without the trappings of her parents money which was refreshing to read. I loved also Cash and how at the beginning you see him as this gruff man but slowly within the story he becomes a great man and I think I have yet another book boyfriend lol.
I can’t wait to see who is next in this series as all the secondary characters enhance the story even mango.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2023-03-04 01:40:312023-03-10 13:43:41Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angela Shirley
Historical Romance This is an interracial western romance based in a time where it was against the social norm. This was a good story but a bit thin on the ground. Dusty and Jo make a great couple but have to overcome some obstacles to get there. There’s the age gap, some drama, a crime, debt and of course romance. A novella sized story but worth a read.
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 East2023-03-04 00:39:042023-03-10 13:43:31The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Rayne East
Mina’s mother, Valentina, has made enemies with the Santriano mob, and her father, Cutter, has decided that Mina should stay in New Orleans with the Hawke family. Mina is frustrated and packs bags for Vivianna, her four-year-old daughter, and herself. Vivianna arrives at the Hawke law firm and is placed in Isaac Hawke’s office. Mina notices that Stone Hawke looks similar to someone from her past, but Isaac’s entrance eliminates any doubts. Isaac and Mina used the false names Nolan and Jack to spend a weekend together in Chicago, but Mina left a message and snuck away as her father picked her up. Isaac tried to find her but ended up going home to New Orleans. When he sees Jack, he is shocked to learn that he is the father of Vivianna, a fact that Mina has not revealed to anyone. Isaac volunteers his condo for Mina and Vivianna to stay in but is upset that Mina has not told him he is a father. Mina tries to reason with him, but he feels like he has missed important parts of his daughter’s life. How are they going to tell Vivianna that he is her father? The Hawke family is having difficulty building a hotel due to their competitor, Falco, using their brand. Isaac decides to hire a private investigator to obtain incriminating photographs of Broussard, one of the zoning board members, accepting a bribe from Falco’s attorney. Isaac wants to protect Mina and be involved in Vivianna’s upbringing, but Mina believes he doesn’t want to be a father. Isaac is aware that Mina doesn’t really want to stay in New Orleans, but he still wants to find out if she felt like he did when they were in Chicago. I found it amazing that Issac and Mina were reunited for the exact reason that Mina abandoned him. I loved the family dynamics between the Hawkes, especially with how quickly they accepted Mina and Vivianna. Vivianna was quite mature and yet her resilience is exactly how a 4-year-old should be.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Runyonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Runyon2023-03-04 00:38:182023-03-10 13:43:23Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Stephanie Chapman
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Robbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Robb2023-03-04 00:19:052023-03-10 13:42:44Saving the Gingerbread House by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Stephanie Robb
3.5 Stars The Forlorn Cowboy is another book in The Studs of Clear Creek County Series which is a BWWM interracial romance as well as an historical western. The books in this series are set in the small town of Clear Creek County where sexy cowboys reside and fall in love. All the books are short easy reads but as I have said before I wished that they were longer with more growth they could be great reads. This is Christopher and Greta Fay’s story. He’s down on his luck and broke. His life was heading in one direction that could solve all his problems but that all changes when a sassy, yet troubled beauty comes into the picture and shakes things up. Greta Fay, is a sassy little thing and fights for what she believes in. But can she keep herself safe from the one person who could destroy all she wants and the law? As the blurb says this story has many tropes with an interracial romance, age-gap, western, cowboy, unforbidden love, tortured hero, protective hero, damaged heroine, love triangle, soul mates. It is full of tension, angst and drama, some suspense and romance not to mention cowboys.
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 Bishop2023-03-04 00:15:062023-03-10 13:42:38The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Jenni Bishop
This was a great 5-star read. I really enjoyed this read, I had several LOL moments. These two were great. You could feel the connection coming off the pages. The pranks and banter were great. All of the characters were great. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. I look forward to reading more from this series and author. 1-click and get started today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-03-03 23:08:382023-03-10 13:42:26Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by: Michelle Austin
This book starts off by hooking you immediately with a tale of kidnapping and a missing child. Remembering that will help you get through some of the slower middle parts. I get where the story needed to go and why it went there, I just needed it to go faster.
Samantha “Sam” Crawford grew up in a small nothing and nowhere town with an addict mom and thinking she killed her father as a small child. Since she was 6 years old, Sam knew she wanted out of there and made the plans to do it, moving to LA to be an actress. When Sam gets there, it is not all sparkles and bright lights. It is crappy apartments, gang violence in the streets, low paying jobs, and a whole lot of no’s. When she meets Corey, a beautiful pilot that treats her well and has connections in the industry, she knows things are going to get better.
Soon, Sam finds out that Corey lied. He has no connections. He is not who he says he is and he wants a strange deal. Sam agrees to the deal and the exchange. She changes her mind and manages to escape Corey. When Sam’s past catches up to her, she has to make some tough decisions to be free from her long ago choices forever.
There are enough twists and turns to keep one engaged. Although I found the pace a little slow, overall a great read.
I was so excited to read the third book in the Ghost Mysteries series and it is just making me want to be able to read the rest of the series so I can see how it ends! The description of the slow burn romance is a completely accurate description of the relationship between Elinor and Tristan Fontaine, Duke of Archambeau. Tristan is an amazing brooding hero who is clearly attracted to Elinor, but appears to be doing his best to fight his attraction. The story line in this book was riveting; getting to see her new apprentice Twyla in action was fantastic. Getting to see Elinor as a mentor and helping to shape Twyla into a better ghost talker, was so interesting to see. As always it was great getting to see Dr. Charlotte LaRue, I love how she is always just so calm and helpful. It was great getting to see how Elinor’s side mystery of the murder of her father continues to progress. I can’t wait for the rest of the series to come out!
Before this book I had never heard of Nadija Mujagic, but now that I have, I am hooked and must read more of her amazing work. As a mother the first chapter definitely set the mood of the book, Sam’s four-year-old son Jake goes missing from the local public pool. Heart racing, I couldn’t put the book down and before I realized I was nearly halfway through the book needing to learn more. Chapter two is the first-time jump, going back four years to before she had her son. Living in small towns I understand her hunger for something bigger and better.
Her dream is to be an actress, so she starts by looking for an agent to represent her, to help her get into the industry. When Stacy Goldberg responds saying she will only discuss things with her in person 5 days later Sam has no choice but to quickly find an apartment and get a bus ticket to L.A. Our dreams never seem to play out the way they do in our heads, no matter how many different paths you think of, and Sam’s were no different. Her first meeting ends with her feeling confused and like her career is already over. Stacy tells Sam she has “the look” and then tells her you either parish or persist. While trying to figure out how to go about auditioning she begins working as a barista at a local café. Michael her new coworker who freelances as a writer asks her to dinner, declining she says she’s not currently in a good place. Only other than not being attracted to him her biggest fear in any new situation is anyone getting closer to her and wanting to dig into her dirty past. By the age of six Sam had lost her paternal grandparents, the only ones she ever knew, and her father. After her father’s death her mother seemed to care more about her next high than her daughter, so she learned to be independent at a young age. Only Sam has a deep dark secret, a secret so terrible that she not only has to keep it from her mother, best friend, and small town but from herself.
Will Sam parish or persist in the world of acting? How does the handsome stranger she meets at work play into her dream? Is it possible for her to continue to keep her secret after all these years? The world the author creates is realistic, no sugar coating on the ways of the world while always keeping her character relatable. The twists and turns this book had kept me entranced from page one and I couldn’t stop until I was done.
This book took me for a rollercoaster ride! I hadn’t read anything by Nadija Mujagic before, but they are definitely on my watch list now. I love psychological thrillers so this was right up my alley. When you think of moving to LA to chase your dreams of becoming an actress, you get the feeling it will be difficult but worth it, right? Once Sam graduated high school, she decided to do just that and leave quite the secret behind her. Only she didn’t realize just what was in store for her. She was receiving rejections left and right until she met Corey. He swears he can help her achieve her dreams if she does him the small favor of giving him a child. I won’t give anything away but WOW! This book kept me glued to the pages and had twists that I never saw coming. I highly recommend picking this up and giving it a go if you enjoy psychological thrillers!
I had never read a book by this author before, so this was a nice start. Dusty is a grumpy cowboy who is also a widower, and he’s not looking for much else in his life anymore. Lovely Jo comes barreling into his life with a suspicious story, but he feels like he can trust her. They have instant chemistry but neither one is prepared for it to go anywhere at all. Will they find something more than just living in their day-to-day monotony, or will it all be a disappointing bust? I feel like this was a rather good short story especially if you enjoy romantic westerns!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2023-03-03 21:06:202023-03-10 13:41:12The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Shannen Kern
I loved the first book in this series, and I’m happy to say that this one was outstanding as well! I love the detailed magical world that the author has built as well as the in-depth characters we get to follow. Witches and wizards haven’t gotten along in what seems like forever, but now their conflict is destabilizing their entire realm. Wilf really just wants to be a normal teenager, but it isn’t that easy. His stepsister is causing trouble and he must see to it that justice is served. Can Wilf help his world return to a level of normalcy, or will the decisions made be catastrophic for everyone involved? I highly recommend picking up the first book in the series to get the full experience because you may be a bit lost if you don’t. It’s worth every bit of reading, I couldn’t put either one down until I raced to the finish!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2023-03-03 20:54:132023-03-10 13:41:05The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty Book 2) by C.B. Lyall Review by Shannen Kern
Fans of Macbeth and crime/suspense stories will find this novel set in Rome, Italy to be intriguing.
A theatre troupe has been commissioned to perform the dreadful play Macbeth in a failing theatre. Anyone familiar with the story knows that bad things tend to happen to anyone involved in the production. A double murder does take place and it’s up to Detective Scala and his team to solve it.
Long hours, stakeouts, interviews, etc. all take place to come to the bottom of whodunit in this fourth book in the Detective Scala series. I was unaware that this was a series and read this book as a standalone without feeling like I had missed any previous information. I did find this book slightly slow in reading. Maybe it’s because I’ve been glued to the tv watching a high profile murder case that just wrapped up today.
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 Johnson2023-03-03 20:29:202023-03-10 13:40:58A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Julie Johnson
“Are you just gonna stand there watching me, sir?” she asked. “Or are you gonna be a gentleman and introduce yourself?” He cleared his throat. “Uh, you see me?” “Yep.” She wiggled her feet in her black leather boots. “You got a name or not?” Christopher stepped out, feeling himself blush all over. “My name is C…” For some reason, he didn’t wanna give her his real name. Perhaps it was fear of how he’d be looked at conversing with a colored girl in this fashion, but he decided on giving a fake name instead. “My name’s Cal Ray.” She turned her swanlike neck, and he almost fell to his knees, just looking into her sensual eyes. He recognized her immediately. “You’re Greta Fay Wills.” He swaggered toward her, playing with a leaf. “The Negro activist.” “You mean public enemy number one in Clear Creek County?” She turned up her cute little pouty lips. “You wanna run now?” “Heck, naw.” He plopped down in the grass so fast he bruised his backside. “Why would I?” “Because I’m trouble.” Two long ringlet curls bounced on both sides of her face. “The town’s higher-ups are trying to put the squeeze on me to shut me up. But they can’t stop me. I’m the Harriett Tubman of Clear Creek County.” Christopher snickered, sitting with his knees up. He couldn’t ignore how she smelled like raisin bread pudding, and he loved raisin bread pudding.
“Will a broke lovesick cowboy choose a life of everlasting bliss with the woman he loves or a life of endless prosperity with the woman he doesn’t?”
The Forlorn Cowboy is the second book in The Studs of Clear Creek County Series by Stacy-Deanne. This is a BWWM (interracial) historical western romance with an age gap, cowboys, forbidden romance, a tormented hero and a damaged heroine, chemistry, angst, drama, emotion, choices, challenges, opposites attract, small town, and finding love unexpectedly. Another very short story from Stacy-Deanne, which made this novella a very quick and easy read. I would have liked to have read a longer version of this, as I think it would have been even better with more detail, depth, and development- which would have allowed me to really immerse myself into the story and connect with the characters more. I do like Stacy- Deanne’s storytelling and am curious to see what the rest of the series holds. The Studs of Clear Creek County Series contains: -The White Knight Cowboy (Book #1) -The Forlorn Cowboy (Book #2) -The Lavish Cowboy (Book #3) -The Lovelorn Cowboy (Book #4) 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 Hayes2023-03-03 20:27:572023-03-10 13:40:49The Forlorn Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County Book #2) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Angela Hayes
The characters are great and the chemistry between all of them can be felt coming off the pages. This particular installment of these series was a fun read but at times felt a little drawn out and it took away from the story! The small town is rocked by murders that relate to a twenty five year old case, can the connection be made? Can the killer be caught? Its worth the read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kay Striteskyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKay Stritesky2023-03-03 20:27:342023-03-10 13:40:42Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Kay Stritesky
Sam is just a small town girl with a big dream. She wants to become an actress. Her first step is to move to Los Angeles. As much as she thought she was prepared for the big city, there was so much she wasn’t expecting.
Almost getting denied instantly, she sets out to find a job in the meantime. Sam starts working in a small cafe when she meets Corey. She thinks he is quite handsome and charismatic. After only knowing him a short time, he asks Sam to move in and be his roommate until she can find something more permanent.
Corey wants to help Sam achieve her goals of becoming an actress. The only thing he wants in return is her unborn baby. Just a small exchange right? Sam has no idea what to do. Can she trade a human being for life as an actress? It’s all she ever wanted since she was a kid.
As soon as Sam got to L.A. I knew she was too naive for the big city. She seemed too trusting. As soon as Corey was introduced to the story, my instincts were screaming for her not to trust him. In reality, it was so much more than distrust she needed. This book was intriguing from start to finish. I hated each character in their own way which made me love the book that much more. Action, mystery, suspense with a twist on top of that, I could not put the book down!
What a great first chapter! It was hilarious and I instantly fell in love and was excited for the rest of the book! Amazing job Sylvia for grabbing my attention! If you want a story about 2 business owners, that have their stores right next to each other…who constantly butt heads and play pranks on each other? Who can’t seem to stop the physical attraction for one another even though they can’t stand each other? This is for you. I love a good hate to love romance! The characters were great and watching the 2 main characters realize they’re wrong about each other..was the best. What a great HEA! I’ll definitely be reading the next book in the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2023-03-03 20:08:152023-03-10 13:40:22Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Ashley Sugar
This is the third book in this series, Elinor and Tristan the Duke of de Archambeau band together to discover who is behind a lady’s disappearance. There is a third person added to this duo, her name is Twyla (she is Elinor’s newly appointed apprentice). The three of them are off to find the Baron’s missing daughter and find others as well. Elinor and Tristan’s relationship is started to go somewhere maybe?? Elinor is also still trying to find her father’s killer in this book. I really wish I had read book 1 because I feel like I am missing a big part of Elinor’s story. With that being said, I plan on reading book 1 soon.
This is the third book in this series, Elinor and Tristan the Duke of de Archambeau band together to discover who is behind a lady’s disappearance. There is a third person added to this duo, her name is Twyla (she is Elinor’s newly appointed apprentice). The three of them are off to find the Baron’s missing daughter and find others as well. Elinor and Tristan’s relationship is started to go somewhere maybe?? Elinor is also still trying to find her father’s killer in this book. I really wish I had read book 1 because I feel like I am missing a big part of Elinor’s story. With that being said, I plan on reading book 1 soon.
History is repeating itself in Eckardt County. A young woman has been found murdered with similar circumstances as a death from 25 years ago. Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit’s best friend and Deputy Kyle Lundquist’s sister was the victim of the past, and now with files of clues and determination to prove the former sheriff’s involvement, it’s going to take a whole lot of work to put the cases to rest. Deputy Detective Lila Dayne knows there’s something she’s missing with this case, but can’t put her finger on it. Suddenly, people are disappearing, and despite having a personal stake in the case Sheriff Benoit can’t stay out of it now, especially after one of the missing people is her sister.
This book jumps right into the trouble and gets digging you deeper and deeper. It was a fun, suspenseful ride most of the time.
It is well written and thought out. I found a few spots at the beginning that I kept sticking to, but it’s a me problem, not a book problem. This is the first of the series I have read and I definitely think reading the others could give me more information and insight into the characters, but overall, I think it’s not a huge deal to jump in right here.
I’m definitely looking forward to reading more from the Eckardt County Sheriff’s Department moving forward and seeing how Benoit and Dayne solve the next crime!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tia Martelhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTia Martel2023-03-03 20:03:222023-03-10 13:40:05Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Tia Martel
Powerful story! Great storyline, strong characters. The book was a gripping fast pace page-turner. It will keep you guessing to the very end. With lots of twists and turns, this one will not disappoint. This is my first read by this author, but I look forward to reading more.
Powerful story! Great storyline, strong characters. The book was a gripping fast pace page-turner. It will keep you guessing to the very end. With lots of twists and turns, this one will not disappoint. This is my first read by this author, but I look forward to reading more.
Wow I really enjoyed reading this book which is a fun start to what I just know is going to be a fantastic series from this truly talented and creative author. The characters are fun, relatable and full of heart. Just the way I like them LOL. There is plenty of steamy moments that add to the fun and romance of the story without being it’s main focus. The main characters, Cash and Hollis, totally weaved their way into my heart right from the start and I just had to keep reading to see where the storyline was going to take them. The author has definitely created plenty of interest and intrigue about the other characters to have you wanting to come back for more as well. I can’t wait to return to Blue Bigfoot Beer to see what’s instore for them all next!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-03-03 19:12:572023-03-10 13:39:50Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jules Herbert
Hush, My Darling by Winter Austin is available now in Paperback, Audiobook and eBook ⭐️⭐️⭐⭐⭐ Book Review
Two years ago Deputy Dayne survived a serial killer’s attempt to kill her. Night after night she suffers nightmares that bring the past quickly flashing back. The killer is striking again and the team desperately needs Deputy Dayne on their side but she has shut everyone out. Will the deputy be able to put her fears aside before the killer strikes again?
Hush, My Darling is the second installment in the Benoit & Dayne Mystery series. Although Hush, My Darling is part of a series it can easily be read as a standalone with no confusion. Winter Austin writes deadly romantic thrillers that will not disappoint. Full of suspenseful twists and turns Austin has you sitting on the edge of your seat the entire book. Just when you thought you had the mystery figured out she throws another wrench in the plot. The story line was seamless, moving from scene to scene, keeping the reader engaged. I recently read installment three which drew me into this series. Despite reading these out of order, I can’t wait to get my hands on the remainder of the series. Highly recommended!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Mertzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Mertz2023-03-03 19:10:452023-03-10 13:39:43Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Ashley Mertz
Ale’s Fair in Love and War is the first book in the Love on Tap series by Sylvie Stewart. I have loved everything I have read by Ms. Stewart so there was no doubt that I would love this too- and Ms. Stewart didn’t disappoint. This is a fun enemies-to-lovers romcom with funny quips, banter, one-liners, antics, rivalry, prank wars, chemistry, sizzle, family dynamics, drama, and more. The humour and prank wars were nicely balanced by emotion and a few sweet and tender touches. I loved Cash and Hollis from the outset and was highly entertained by their amusing prank wars which made it really easy to connect with them- so I was only a few chapters into the book before I found myself heavily invested in them and their story. I devoured this book in a flash and by the time I got to the end I wanted to turn around and read it all over again. I really recommend this book, and I can’t wait to continue with the 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 Hayes2023-03-03 19:06:582023-03-10 13:39:33Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Angela Hayes
This is such an enjoyable book! I love the characters of Hollis and Cash. They have a very interesting relationship. Cash runs a family brewery and his family is far from simple. The last thing he wants is not get along with the neighbor and risk losing the brewery. They engage in a prank war, which was not my favorite part of the story. However, I really love their banter. It kept me reading long past my bedtime because i wanted to see what was going to come of it. I also loved Cash’s family. I am a sucker for a story with a big crazy family. Plus this gives off major small town vibes. I absolutely love this. It was my first book by Sylive Stwart but it definitely won’t be my last. She is now on my authors I need more of list and I will be reading all her past and future books!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-03-03 18:41:492023-03-10 13:39:26Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Christine Baranek
This book jumps right into the story and gives you a recap of her past. It was a nice change of pace from other stories that draw things out. I did not realize this was the third book in the series until I finished the book but I enjoyed it all the same. I love Amy’s character and her passion for her gift. This story keeps you turning pages to learn what happens and if she is able to reunite with her mom after all this time. So much more is at risk than just her mother’s soul. Will she be strong enough to save her mother and herself is the real question. I will definitely be going back and reading books 1 and 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2023-03-03 18:33:052023-03-10 13:39:19Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3) by Lea Cherry – Review by Carla Clemmons
Sylvie had me at the books title – Ale’s Fair in Love and War: An Enemies-to-Lovers Romance. It is a standalone steamy Rom Com and is the first book in the Love on Tap series that promises good things. Sylvie has become a favourite author. I enjoy her work because they are an easy, light and fun read. This enemies-to-lovers romance will find yourself laughing out loud at the sassy and snarky antics and banter and find yourself loving each and every one of these crazy and quirky characters, flawed or not they are family. It is a quick read that is told in several POV’s, which I love. The main characters are cute as they push and pull and dance around one another. What do you do when your neighbour is a pain in your ar$e but is hot as hell? Well, you sit back and watch the sparks fly……… With a big crazy family that are hilarious and lots of chemistry what could go wrong? If only they can get on the same page.
This is a fun, sweet, humorous and steamy entertaining read!
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 Bishop2023-03-03 18:27:362023-03-10 13:39:09Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Jenni Bishop
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