This is not my usual type of book, but the story was interesting. Two women join together on a mission to put together the pieces of their past in Vietnam. They travel the country, one in search of her mother, the other trying to piece together the mystery of her father’s death. Great mix of characters and setting.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Terri Jo McAllisterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTerri Jo McAllister2023-12-29 18:45:222024-01-13 14:18:28Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Terri Jo McAllister
This is the first book I have read by this author. She writes so beautifully that I can imagine being in the beauty of Washington State and the Olympic Peninsula. I really enjoyed the fact that the author wrote this book taking place in a earlier era where no one has a cell phone. In the first book of this series, Ali Ryan is attempting to connect with her twin brother Liam who has been in an accident. She travels into the woods to find a way to “hear” her brother who she knows is alive after the tragedy even though they are on opposite sides of the world. Instead she meets a man resting in a cabin who can’t use his voice. How will this man chance meeting change their lives?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Betsy Melanohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBetsy Melano2023-12-29 18:42:492024-01-13 14:18:17The Silent Woodsman (The Olympic Peninsula series Book 1) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Betsy Melano
Faida is the second book in the Heartstrings series which features a very cynical cupid who has seen too much history of failed relationships in her time. Faida is one of Cupid’s helper cupids who is tethered to a single dad, who is a successful CEO of an ad company, who has been burned in love. His daughter’s mother was a multiple-time cheater, who decided she was better off leaving her daughter and her ex to live her life filled with men, drugs, and alcohol seeking the thrill of life instead of motherhood. This leaves a very sour taste toward love in the mouth of Robert, a single dad who devotes his entire life to his business and his daughter. This is where Faida comes in, to help Robert open his heart to the concept that not all women are as bad as his ex, and that not only does his daughter deserve a mom in her life, but he deserves love as well. Mika is Robert’s assistant, and the right hand of the business, who jumps at any request he has thrown at her. Mika has a soft spot in her heart for her boss as well as his daughter, but she’s too passive to speak up for what she wants. Will Faida be able to convince Robert that what he needs has been right in front of him the whole time, or will he allow his past issues with love to continue to keep his heart closed to romance? Not only do we get to watch Faida in her element, but we also get to meet some of the other cupids as well as they occasionally need to help one another out with their assignments. In the end, will Faida be able to help Robert open his heart, as well as find hope in romance once again? @Brandy Rymer 12/2023
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Jo Rymerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Jo Rymer2023-12-29 18:23:272024-01-13 14:18:05Faida (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Brandy Rymer
Song of Earth and Claws is Lena Abrams new romantasy world book. This is a good start to this series. This high fantasy tale is set in a world where magic is the norm and the worldbuilding is done well. The story is well-written and easily imagined. Lena certainly puts the characters through their paces in this magical journey. It kind of reminds me of a cross between Lord of the Rings, The Hunger Games and GOT all rolled into one. There are strong heroines that are interesting and intriguing characters. With Games a foot it’s do or die time, but does Lannahi have what it takes to win or will all be lost with her. Rules, what rules? Has she taken on more than she can handle? To find out you will need to read this little gem. The stakes are high in this magical world where enemies have their own agendas, power, and greed. A world with elemental magic, magical creatures, wolves, Fae, games, slavery, along with lies, secrets, deceit, danger, death, hopes, dreams and more. Loyalties will be tested. Trust needs to be gained and want is a powerful motivator. I enjoyed the story and look forward to the next book and the story becoming more settled in terms of build-up and pacing.
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 Bishop2023-12-29 18:19:462024-01-13 14:17:49Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book puts a whole new twist to Cupid, in this first book in the Heartstrings book series. Aiko is one of the cupids that Cupid created after the needs of the human race and romance became too great for him alone. Aiko is a cupid whose specialty is failed romances, but with dire consequences that lead to her being put into restrictions repeatedly. She is finally released from her most recent restriction and allowed to find Alejandro’s (Al) true love by connecting his heartstrings to the love of his life. Aiko goes about this process like no other cupid, trying to utilize two different women to teach Al what it takes to catch and keep a good woman’s attention without embarrassing himself. This does not work how Aiko intended, in turn creating a bigger mess, which she then needs to work with Al to correct, hopefully before it’s too late, to make amends with the woman that Al is destined to be with. I loved all of the hilarity that befalls our cupid, as well as the person to whom she is tethered, and the experience of seeing all of the follies that come with finding love. This book combines humor, love, and dating all into a delightful new romance series that will leave you looking forward to the next book in the series. @Brandy Rymer 12/2023
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Seraphina is a cupid. Yup a cupid. She is assigned to help with love matches. She has been assigned Seth Maxwell, again. She has tried twice before with no luck. Seth is a self obsessed, self centered star hockey player who is losing the respect of all around him including his team mates. Seraphina has her hands full again. Will she be able to change his ways and have him remember the grandson his grandmother raised? Will love be found? Please read to find out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Deb Robinsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDeb Robinson2023-12-29 16:31:152024-01-13 14:17:24Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Deb Robinson
This book is two stories in one book. The first is Sasha and Jay. The second is Marenah and Matt. They intertwine with each other. Both are filled with hot and steamy bedroom scenes, danger and suspense. Both are excellent reads. Could not put the book down it was so engaging.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Troyerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Troyer2023-12-29 14:59:372024-01-13 14:25:59Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Michelle Troyer
Another wonderful book in this series and I love that it helps children to learn how to be respectful to dogs and helping to keep themselves safe as well. The story is well written and accompanied by beautiful illustrations. I read these books with my little boy who loves them for their rhyming content. I think that they are lovely engaging stories and the characters CJ and Lora and their lovely dogs Porter and Midge are really loveable. I really enjoy these stories and think they are a great addition to any child’s bookshelf!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2023-12-29 14:34:532024-01-13 14:25:44Porter and Midge: Paws and Playtime: A Kid’s Guide to a Happy Dog (Porter and Midge Children’s Book Series) by Jennie Chen and Giselle Nevada – Review by Katie Matthews
This isn’t my usual genre to read and I honestly wasn’t sure whether I would enjoy this book or not but I was genuinely intrigued by the synopsis so thought I would give it a go. It was an interesting read and the authors attention to detail was amazing. The characters in the story were intriguing and the storyline very unique. It certainly made me think about a few things! This is the first book that I have read by this author and although maybe not my complete cup of tea I would definitely like to read the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2023-12-29 14:23:152024-01-13 14:25:32Hope For A New World (Gaia’s Voice Series) by Renee W Peek – Review by Katie Matthews
What a story to finish my 2023 reads with. I loved this story from beginning to end. It was exciting, dark, dangerous and so much more. I have to say I LOVED Ava! She was so fun to read about. She was not going to lie down and take whatever King threw at her, she definitely had a backbone and stood up to him. King is one of those characters that you know you shouldn’t like but can’t really help it – he is dark and he is absolutely a villain – he is not a nice person but his protectiveness of Ava to some extent makes him a little bit likeable. The cliff-hanger at the end has me eagerly anticipating book 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2023-12-29 14:16:592024-01-13 14:25:21A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Katie Matthews
Wow what can I say about this book. It had me gripped from the first page and didn’t let go. It is book 1 in The Savage Duet and I definately can’t wait to read the second part. The is a very dark romance. The main male character Kingston is a very dark character. Some may even call him sadistic. When it comes to Ava he is very controlling and he wants her complete submission no matter what it takes to get it. Ava is also a strong character. I love how feisty and determined she is to protect herself and defend herself however even all Ava’s strength and determination can’t stop her from falling for the one man she hates and dispises.
Ava and Kingston’s paths crossed years earlier when Ava was a young teenager. Ever since that day Kingston was wanted her but out of respect for her father he never made a move. Now with Ava’s brother owing him money he sees his opportunity to finally get the woman he wants whether she is willing or not. It’s simple if Ava’s brother pays off the debt he will release Ava, if the debt isn’t paid then Kingston will sell her to the highest bidder. However as feelings start to grow Kingston realises that no one is ever going to have her but him.
However Ava isn’t as willing to go along with this plan. When she is kidnapped she tries everything in her power to escape and she proves herself to be defiant to every things Kingston tells her to do. However it’s not long before she can no long deny how her body reacts to him and as much as her head is telling her to fight against it and him, her body is rebelling at every turn.
This is a dark steamy romance with some topics some people may not enjoy reading. There is the captive/abductor story as well as violence that some readers may feel triggered by. Overall for me I loved it. The whole cat and mouse feeling to it and how they both tested each other is really what captivated me in the story. I can’t wait for the next one
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 Carr2023-12-29 13:11:262024-01-13 14:31:34A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Kerry Carr
“Darkness swept in, in the blink of an eye. Marcie Hayes came to the cozy little town nestled in the Pocono Mountains to house-sit. While she adores the King Charles Spaniel, she’s tasked with watching, she can’t help but be leery of the creepy antique elf toy that becomes part of her job. Lucky for her, an enticing distraction enters her life when she meets sexy Air Force fighter pilot Ted Barrett. The attraction between them is instant and addictive. As much as Ted longs to spend every minute he can with Marcie, his brother’s wedding forces him onto a plane for Montana. His flirty messages exchanged with Marcie have him counting the minutes until he can return to her. Then, she abruptly falls silent. Returning home he finds evidence pointing to a possible abduction. Now, in hopes of finding Marcie, he must follow the clues to her captors… and pray he can get there in time to save her.”
This book was so much fun to read. Storyline and characters were great. The story read like elf on the shelf meet Christmas rom-com, cozy romance, would love to read from this author again. I give this book 4 stars.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie tellashttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie tellas2023-12-29 13:05:302024-01-13 14:25:03To Catch an Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Stephanie Tellas)
Lannahi turned out to be a strong character that many underestimated. This story at times felt like a milder version of Game of Thrones (cleaner). Who could she trust? I felt her siblings were lying and manipulative jerks. The one she thought she loved turned out to be be a putz. Duals weren’t good but she had to do it to survive. An action filled story with drama, a little romance, and fantasy that made for a really exciting book that I couldn’t put down. The characters were well developed. You could feel from their descriptions what kind of person they were. This is a cool book and well worth the read.
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 Kittell2023-12-29 11:33:152024-01-02 12:14:30Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram – Review by Shelly Kittell
An enjoyable and engaging historical cozy mystery which kept me hooked throughout. Amateur sleuth Blanche “Bang” Murninghan is fishing whilst on Santa Maria Island when a woman asks for her help. Jean McMahon wants Blanche’s help in finding her mother but to do this she would have to go to Vietnam. Her own father was killed in Vietnam during the war, and she has always wanted to know the truth surrounding his death and so decides to go. Having landed in Saigon and met ex-pat “Stick” Dahlkamp they cross the rice paddies, and venture into the jungle towns where Stick has friends who can help with the search. However, Blanche starts to have doubts about how helpful, or not, he’s being. Having traced Jean’s mothers’ steps around South Vietnam they learn that she met with an infantry scout, Hank McMahon who was with the old Americal division. Blanche is as stubborn and as determined as usual and wont rest until they find Jean’s mother, and then follow her father’s trail and discover what really happened to him after the war. The descriptive narrative brought the setting vividly to life, especially the Vietnam landscape, which made me feel immersed in the story. The author is obviously knowledgeable about the Vietnam war. The storyline kept me guessing and I loved Blanche as she’s so likeable, and I enjoyed meeting the numerous shady characters her and Jean encountered on their travels.
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 Gordon2023-12-29 11:08:592024-01-13 14:24:44Mission Improbable: Vietnam (A Blanche Murninghan Mystery) by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This was an original sci-fi, fantasy novel with an intriguing storyline and multiple fascinating characters. The story has an overall message about the environment and how our actions in the present have affected the world in the future, which is the setting of this story. Environmental attorney Maddison Bear’s Heart is chosen by those who speak to the earth and know her as Gaia, a sentient being. The Hopi people have always known the world would end and that earth would be reborn into the fifth world, and they want Maddison to lead them through the coming of this new world. When a young girl tells her that Gaia’s sister, Adelphi, a new planet will welcome them if they travel to her, the corporate military provide a ship straight away. They are glad to be leaving the ‘eco nuts’, who are always trying to protect the planet, behind. However, Colonel Miller is looking for a more permanent end to these protesters and so sabotages the ship and hunts down those who stayed. Many of those who stayed are women powered by the force of hope, but how many, if any will survive. The author did a wonderful job of bringing the setting vividly to life through the descriptive narrative, which made me feel immersed in the story. I found some of the characters a little difficult to connect with and as the story was told through multiple POV’s, I did get a bit confused early on. However, over all I found this to be an engaging read and I would happily read the next book in the series.
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 Gordon2023-12-29 09:43:172024-01-13 14:24:10Hope For A New World (Gaia’s Voice Series) by Renee W Peek – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Although it took a bit to get into, once I got into it. I could not put it down. I devoured the last 50% + in a night / morning. I cannot wait to read the second part. Watching Ava change and her character development was amazing!! My heart broke for her a few times but it did for Kingston also. They honestly are perfect for one and other in a very complex way. The book is dark and definitely intended for mature adults. Enemies to lovers! Which can be very triggering. April’s writing style is unique but it was great. Bring on #2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katy Winterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaty Winter2023-12-29 05:20:402024-01-13 14:24:00A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Katy winter
Seraphina is a cupid, but not the slushy kind with the wings and the cupids bow. Oh no she is sassy and straight to the point, not quite like the other cupids but she is determined to show Seth that he can find love.
So Seth is a play boy hockey star who can has his pick of woman and does on a regular basis, but when Seraphina literally knocks him off his pedestal he starts to understand things and finds who he truly is and can be.
This is the fourth book in this series and although it is part of a series each book is unique enough to read as a stand alone story. Each books follows a Cupid and this one is Seraphina’s turn and she is a breath of fresh air to read. The character is quirky and un-apologetically in your face and I loved her as a character which worked well with the opposite character of Seth.
The secondary characters in this book add a level which keeps you reading as you delve more and more into the world of Seth and get to know him as a person rather than an Icon. As always the story is also full of good humour and brilliant writing and can’t wait to read more from this wonderful author and series.
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 Shirley2023-12-29 03:50:582024-01-13 14:23:49Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Angela Shirley
Naseer was a bad boy playboy until one faithful night when he had a horrendous motorcycle accident trying to piece his life back together is difficult until one night a chance meeting and three little words changed the course of his life forever.
Jade was lost in a world with no one, after her parents died she was lost in a world trying to make sense of it all, until one chance meeting with Naseer changed her life forever.
But will the worlds they live in try and keep them apart?
This is the first book I have read by this author and although it had me gripped with the initial story I felt it lingered on to long. The chemistry between the characters was off the charts and the interaction between the two was brilliant to read. I loved the frustration that Naseer held with Jade as only an older person could with a younger naïve views but this added to the drama of the story.
The frustrating part for me was his father and although you want your children to follow your wishes for him to subject them both to the drive to pull them apart added to the overall drama of the book, aswell as the secondary characters. This book was brilliant to read and leaves you wanting more at the end. I can’t wait to read book 2 in this series.
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 Shirley2023-12-29 03:16:182024-01-13 14:23:18Jade: Hidden Scars: A Forbidden Age-Gap Romance (Book 1) by A. Akinosho – Review by Angela Shirley
Delectably dark and delicious isla does it again with winter and Shane ! In this duet of Shane’s POV this serious keeps you clutching your pearls and breathless. A bully romance with a HEA.
Danger is here and it’s clouding Shane’s mine. Winter can’t be forgiven for her past can she ? What happens when it all comes tumbling down. Will winter pay for something out of her control ?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-12-29 01:16:002024-01-13 14:23:03Wicked Ends: A Dark College Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Series, Book 8 ) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Maikalani Alexander
Ava Bella Blue is taken as collateral due to her brother’s massive debt he owes to Kingston Vaughn Winter. Kingston gets to decide Ava’s fate but in the meantime that doesn’t mean he can’t enjoy himself. What will he decide to take from Ava?
I enjoyed how strong Ava is and how much she fights Kingston to get free of his clutches. Kingston is strong, dominating, and controlling. He won’t take no as an answer. The viewpoint changes between Ava and Kingston so you can get deep into the action. The scenes are good but since it is dark it puts me on the edge of my seat. I can’t wait to read the next book since it ends on a minor cliffhanger.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Callie Lunahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCallie Luna2023-12-29 00:37:472024-01-13 14:22:42A King So Savage (The Savage Duet) by April Moran – Review by Callie Luna
Bookbub – Song of Earth and Claws (Faelands Series) by Lena Abram
In a world where kingdoms are won in a Game, believing that everyone will follow the Rules is hazardous. When Lannahi discovers that she is a pawn in the perfidious plan of the man she once loved, she has only one option—in order to save her family, she must take part in the Game herself.
But no one can win alone.
Lannahi has to duel to take power, but she will need allies to retain it. The interest she sees in the wolfish eyes of a recognized warrior gives her hope, though she doesn’t lower her guard. The man has connections with the court of the most powerful ruler in the region where lies the city she intends to conquer. She doesn’t know where his loyalty truly belongs, but she knows that the love of a fae usually has fangs.
Lena Abram writes romantic fantasy novels where the world is complicated, magic is taken seriously and emotions fight beastly duels with reason. As traveling is her favorite hobby, she often sends her characters on a journey, but they are characterful and don’t always agree to take the designated path. So, though she enjoys reading about travel adventures and love burning slowly, it may happen that the plot of her own book will get stuck in one place and produce sparks sooner rather than later (but it is not guaranteed that the place will not move on its own or that the sparks will not ignite hatred). Lena has also a weakness for fairies, so if you decide to enter the portal leading to the worlds created by her whimsical imagination, be prepared to meet at least their mixed-blood descendants.
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MARCY SERIES in a 3-Book Kindle set.
Start at the beginning with RAGE. Get to know Marcy, Brad, and Liam. Join Marcy in finding out why she has anger issues.
Next, continue with the second book, CONFUSION. See how Marcy tries to navigate her conflicted emotions. Get to know more about her, Brad, and Liam and their friends.
When you begin the third book, emotions run deep and decisions are made but more surprises await as AGONY AND ECSTASY takes you on a path with twists and turns.
Linda Burson, a native of Pennsylvania, but long time Connecticut resident, has been writing ever since she was given a writing assignment in school, at the age of eight. Later, as a teenager, she started out writing memoirs and attempted several nonfiction pieces.
After attending college, she worked in positions where she edited papers for others. She spent time pursuing other interests, and traveling. Much of Linda’s free time was spent reading mysteries, romance, and women’s contemporary novels.
After several attempts at writing nonfiction, but having life get in the way, she put her passion on hold again. She gave up writing to focus on raising her daughters, being a wife, running her own custom computerized embroidery business and taking care of her dog, a Lhasa Apso named Nathan.
After a serious bout of breast cancer, Linda eventually closed down her business after almost fifteen years. She decided it was time to attempt writing again. This time, however, with nothing to distract her, she decided on tackling fiction, a contemporary, commercial romance with a dark edge.
In January, 2013, she sat down with her laptop and started writing the first chapter. After a few more chapters, she began keeping notes about the details of her characters so she wouldn’t forget the important characteristics. The writing continued, and never stopped. Before she was aware of it, her idea of a single book turned into a trilogy, which turned into a much longer series called the MARCY SERIES. There are a total of 13 books in the series.
When asked about inspiration, Linda has this to say: “Nobody really inspired me to write, but I do remember my mother and father always saying ‘anything you put your mind to you can accomplish. Don’t ever let anyone tell you, you can’t do something.’ Having the support and encouragement of my family is also important.”
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This author Via Mari is fastly becoming one of my favorite go to authors to read. From the book I just finished Rule:Brutal Kings to the awesome Sicilian Gods series and more. They are all super good and well written , making you wanna dive in and not come up for air until you’re done and ready for the next book. So you know I just had to pick up this one. Whispered Surrender is the first book in the Sinful Duets books, it has two books in it The Wayward and Undercover. This duet got me caught hooked line and sinker. They follow Jay and Sasha: and Matt and Marenah. The two books intertwined with the lead females being twin sisters. Both stories were, omggggg, amazing and you’ll be glad that you get the books in one package so you won’t have to wait to read the second one. I can’t wait to read more book duets.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Hannah porterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHannah porter2023-12-28 22:59:202024-01-13 14:22:30Whispered Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Hannah Porter
The Magic Man is book 3 of this Olympic Peninsula series. It follows the O’Connell siblings David, Maddie and the love triangle between them and Kilo. I was super duper excited to read this one after finishing the last two. This whole series is so well written and so well described that it makes me wanna go there for a visit 😂 I was happy Maddie ended up with who I wanted ( you’ll have to read to see lmao) . This can also be read as a standalone just like the rest but as always I highly suggest reading the whole series because they are awesome sauce. I can’t wait for more from this author
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Hannah porterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHannah porter2023-12-28 22:11:422024-01-13 14:22:18The Magic Man (The Olympic Peninsula Book 3) by Cat Treadgold – Review by Hannah Porter
To Catch An Elf is a wonderfully fast paced novel that is filled with suspense. It features an elf and a not so nice guy. In addition, there is an incredibly swoon worthy fighter pilot and a dog sitter. This book is well written with an interesting plot and well developed characters. The suspense is just right and it keeps the reader interested to find out how the situation with the elf resolves itself. I definitely recommend picking this story up!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-12-28 21:51:132024-01-13 14:22:07To Catch An Elf by Debra Parmley – Review by Christine Baranek
Slow burn. Growth. Twists. This is the first book I have read by the undeniably talented A Akinosho. While at first, I was iffy on the age gap between a sixteen- and twenty-six-year-old, the fact that the book covered years made it more understandable and a clear love story to overcome all. That said the book was not illicit but more of a Romeo and Juliet type story. The dual perspectives of Naseer and Jade take you on a rollercoaster of friendship turned more. Naseer is one of the Princes of Rhanaz. A race challenge with his best friend Brian lands him in several casts and bedridden for months. While Naseer had fully isolated himself from his friends he had become very angry, helpless feeling and completely hopeless, until. Jade (Mariam) at the age of sixteen had her entire world crash down around her. Her parents killed in a house fire, leaving her friends, and moving to a new country, and starting over at a new school as the one percent of the one percent for the poor girl in the school. When she first meets Naseer it’s an accident she needed to pee and accidentally found his room and couldn’t wait. In a moment of surprise to himself Naseer says three words that start the epic love story. “Sit with me” that’s all it took for them to both find someone to bring smiles back into their lives. After losing her parents Jade questioned if she could join them and Naseer questioned why he was still alive after the horrific accident. Jade gave him the biggest gift, Hope. He gave her someone she could drop her shield around and finally feel at peace and things be easy. Unfortunately, darker forces were against them and over the course of high school to college everything would change and change again. Who are the dark forces that are determined to keep them apart? Can they find a way back to each other? The emotions behind the characters are real and deep. I felt my heart break for Jade at the news of her parents. My heart ached for Naseer when he felt hopeless time and time again as the world and dark forces found every way to stop him from being happy. The moment hope was restored the book ended and I instantly stared into space ready for book two. What secrets will be revealed and will Naseer and Jade finally get there happily ever after? Book two Jade: Chances are available now; I’ll see you there.
I enjoyed this book, it was a light hearted romance that made me feel good. The story was about the Cupid Seraphina who has a second to help a prior client who did not find true love and happiness the first time. Seraphina is a different kind of Cupid at least she did not fit what I expected of a Cupid. She had some anger issues and really was not a people person, but that made me relate to her more as that could describe me. I enjoyed this book and will look for more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Rushinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Rushin2023-12-28 21:06:472024-01-13 14:21:46Seraphina (Heartstrings Series) by Brooke May – Review by Cindy Rushin
You know what I’ve enjoyed most about this series is we either broach a subject that many see as taboo and or something new and this time I was introduced to the world of crabbing , it’s hard work and it seems rather dangerous …..
Dead bodies seem to be piling up ( a little exaggeration) on this little coastal town and people are on edge and rightly so and one of Logan’s friends , Sam , is a prone suspect and she’s determined to prove him innocent but even she’s having a hard time because everything seems to point to him and she’s getting opposition as far as she goes and Al is not as it seems in this little town , this time it feel like Logan may have bitten off more than she can chew 🤷♀️
Logan never disappoints she always gets what she wants and more often than not that means she’s in the line of fire , she’s a good woman with a good heart ? I’ve really enjoyed my time with her and all she gets up to ❣️📚
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This book was really great. I can’t wait to read more. Daniel was left at the alter by a girl he thought he was going to spend the rest of his life with. His best friend talks him into going on his honeymoon anyway and he tags along. While on said honeymoon, he meets Sarah. Sarah is ready for a change. They are both surprised at the sparks that fly. Is this Daniel’s second chance at romance?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amelia Stansellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmelia Stansell2023-12-28 20:38:492024-01-13 14:11:23Tropic Heat (Flamingo Island Series) by C.A. King – Review by Amelia Stansell
Oh my what a creepy Elf. This book has some really crazy events. But I have to say, Ted is definitely the hero of this story. Really had no clue what I was getting into with this book and at times I really questioned what the heck, I stuck with it and it ended up being a good book.
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