This story is labeled as book 3.5 in the series. The overall story can be read as a standalone, but you’d probably relate to the characters better if you’ve read the previous books. This story ends in a cliffhanger as a lead into the next book.
Overall, I liked the idea of the story, but it felt like the main character was a bit slow to pick up on the clues around him. He knew something was up, but it seemed like it took him too long to start putting things together. The most interesting things happened toward the end of the book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Naomi McDonaldhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNaomi McDonald2022-07-17 14:34:562022-07-18 07:08:06Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Naomi McDonald
Wow this Thriller is an amazing. I was so totally gripped from the beginning. There are so many secrets and lies in this book that when they are all revealed I was really shocked and surprised. The author does an amazing job with her characters making them come alive. The character I really felt for and ended up loving is Rosalie Giordano. She is such a strong and determined character. I could feel every ounce of her anger and betrayal and in turn her need for vengence.
Rosalie used to be a dancer. After her hard upbringing she was rescued by her husband. However when she was struck down with an illness then left her in a paralysed state things in their perfect marriage goes wrong. Unable to move or speak all Rosalie could do was watch. Her husband thinks she has no chance of recovering so he turned to his therapist. Rosalie starts to feel there is more to their relationship that a professional patient/client relationship so when she starts to get movement back she keeps this to herself and starts to plot her revenge against husband who betrayed her when she was at her weakest.
However she isn’t the only person out for revenge against her husband and as the story unfolds there are more secrets and betrayals that we find out about. This is one thrilling ride which won’t let you go.
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 Carr2022-07-17 14:21:472022-07-18 07:06:58The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Kerry Carr
I can never get enough of this gifted author. They have such a talent for the writing they do, as well as the plot and characters that they create! Every book is a adventure that is a wonderful read!
I loved this one for various reasons. Hot guy? Check. Fast cars? Check. Hot guy on a journey like no other? Very much check! Reece was a great character, I loved how he was written and his character development. For me the world he discovers really made this book for me. He learned a lot, as well as questioned a ton. Everything that happens in the plot leads to something else. There was a special magic looming, and don’t get me started on the epicenes of the sword that had to deal with Reece ! The story was very unpredictable and was a fun adventure which I very much loved reading! Loved this one!
Once again a very much wonderful delight of a treat by a wonderful author I very much enjoy. I could not put this one down, it held me with a tight grip! Very much a high recommendation and a must read!
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 Huisman2022-07-17 14:06:092022-07-18 07:06:31Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Lorrene Huisman
The Secret Cure is a gripping thriller by JD Spero, I didn’t know what to expect when I started this book from reading the description, but I was pleasantly surprised. The story switches between the 4 main characters Rosalie, Vincent, Anastasia and Cate. I think seeing things from each of the different perspectives really adds a different dimension to this book. I found it to be a compelling read and finished it in one day as I couldn’t put it down. The story had lots of twists that I wasn’t expecting and really enjoyed. Will definitely be looking out for other books by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juls Dickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJuls Dick2022-07-17 14:00:372022-07-18 07:05:47The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Juls Dick
The Secret Cure by JD Spero is a gripping and intriguing story. Rosalie Giordano has the perfect life with her Prince Charming husband. At least that’s what she thinks until she finds out that while she’s been fighting a paralyzing virus, he has been having an affair. How will she get her revenge? This book is filled with twists and will leave you guessing. The characters are complex and you see how the story unfolds for each of them. Rosalie was a protagonist that I wanted to see succeed and felt so much empathy for. This was a page-turner. I really enjoyed this story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00La Toya Lewishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLa Toya Lewis2022-07-17 13:12:012022-07-18 07:05:11The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by La Toya Lewis
Distant Memories is the second in the series. Can be read as a stand alone but the first book Distant Heart Sounds adds so much background to what happens in this second book. Morgan is still struggling with adjusting to her new psychic ability of seeing ghosts when she learns there are also evil spirits afoot. Esmerelda is a seductive spirit who wants Caleb for her own and goes to some extreme lengths to chase Morgan off. When Esmerelda becomes destructive, Caleb and Morgan reach out for help to lay her spirit to rest. I love these quick reads with these great characters. Great book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kylean Sprostyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKylean Sprosty2022-07-17 12:41:282022-07-18 07:04:36Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Kylean Sprosty
I was hooked from page one by this gripping psychological thriller, which was full of drama and suspense. Rosalie Giordano was in the prime of her life, happily married to her ‘fairy tale hero’, Vincent for ten blissful years, and the couple were planning to have a family. Her life changes when Rosalie is diagnosed with a mysterious virus, which has left her temporarily paralysed. As her condition continues for months, Rosalie discovers that her husband, Vin is having an affair. Her homecare nurse Cate, cares for her everyday and with her help Rosalie regains full mobility. However, she keeps her progress secret from Vin, and as her health improves she uncovers the extent of his betrayal, learning that he is not who he seems. As her need for vengeance grows, she decides that their overseas anniversary trip is the perfect occasion for her to get her revenge. Having arrived at their upmarket Sicilian resort, Rosalie learns that she is not the only one with a score to settle with her husband, and she won’t be the only one with blood on her hands. This is a real page turner, and I literally could not put this book down. The characters are all so well defined that I felt as though I knew them. Both the characters and the settings came alive through the descriptive narrative. I liked how each of the main characters point of view was told, making me feel engaged with each of them. The storyline flowed well, and the sense of unease built chapter by chapter, and the plot twists kept me guessing as to the ending. I definitely recommend this novel.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-07-17 12:10:012022-07-18 07:04:13The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Have you ever picked up a book, fallen in love with the characters and then wished it would never end? This was me with Finding Starlight. I knew from the second I started it, I was going to enjoy this book. I am a sucker for a well written book that takes place in a small town. And I knew this book was going to deliver on that front. What I didn’t expect or anticipate was the suspenseful journey that was going to accompany this small town novel. I found myself up late finishing this book. I am absolutely thrilled with the storyline and am glad to see that it is the first in a series. I cannot wait to read the rest of the series as it comes out. This book will appeal to anyone who loves romance or suspense. I cannot recommend it enough!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2022-07-17 11:27:392022-07-18 07:03:47Finding Starlight (Quimby Grove Book 1) by Shannon Nikole – Review by Christine Baranek
An extremely well written dystopian Thriller that is so well done you want to keep reading! what happens when rich people have too much power and want to play games with lives….
what happens when you introduce GM feed to stock that humans consume… but this gm feed changes the animals very DNA which in turn changes the DNA of the consumer and they turn into….genies?!?!? some aggressive and violent… some more productive but with so many different abilities.
as this sweeps the nation and no one knows what’s causing them to be sick and the violent genies attack can a small group of scientists who knew this was a problem and keep getting attacked to be silenced save man kind from extinction?
if you love dystopian or are interested but haven’t tried it this book is a great addition to your library!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa2022-07-17 10:16:512022-07-18 07:03:02A Quirk of Destiny (Quirk of Destiny Book 1) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Melissa Saxton
Truth or Kill: Are you bold enough to tell the truth or do you like to keep your secrets? Did you know that secrets can kill? In this riveting thriller will those involved tell the truth or will the face death? Are you a key piece in the puzzle or are you the pawn, the one who is expendable the one that no one cares about. A spring break retreat to The Lodge will never be the same and the true question remains who will leave alive. Brought by a teammate Sydney is invited to The Lodge for a week of spring break. A beautiful house set in the middle of the woods near a lake and a secret more than 2 decades in the making. A can’t put down book that will leave you in suspense from the second you begin reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kimberlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKimberly2022-07-17 09:19:142022-07-17 22:50:30Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 1) by A.C. Kramer – Review by Kimberly Filer
If you like a slow burn romance then this is the book for you. I had never read any of this author’s work but the blurb described a book that sounded just like the type I’d enjoy… and I did, very much. When you’ve been having sordid fantasies about the hot actor in a new erotic film the last thing you imagine is meeting him at your photographer friend’s photoshoot and starting up a great friendship with him. That’s exactly what happens to Destiny when she visit’s her friend’s photo studio and meets new acting sensation Niccolo (Nicco). I adored Destiny and Nicco’s story. It’s a real sloooow burn but so good. I love how they become such good friends before finally taking their relationship further. They learn so much about each other and so much about themselves as people. The characters are very well written and are very relatable and I really enjoyed reading about them. The story flows very well and has enough action to keep the reader entertained and wanting to turn to the next page to see what happens next. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2022-07-17 08:34:202022-07-18 07:02:28Someone Exactly Like Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 1) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Karyn Taylor
Mysterious and suspenseful with a twist Engaging from the first page, this suspenseful thriller kept me glued until the end. Told in multiple POV, there are many layers to this story and it kept me guessing through out the whole book. Deceit, misplaced love and revenge weave together to create a unique story. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2022-07-17 07:39:372022-07-18 07:01:45The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Rayne East
The Lie that Binds by Amy Argent was honestly so good. At first I won’t lie it took me a few chapters to be okay with a high school romance because of the age and things that happened but the characters were easily likable. It also totally made me think of my own high school love. Holly is the new girl in town and tries to fit in with the popular kids but it doesn’t go as planned. Nathan IS the popular kid, the jerk because he has to be, because he has secret to hide from basically everyone in his life. But Holly finds out by mistake… and Nathan is forced to make a huge decision. Let her tell the school or pretend to like her to keep her quiet. I loved the story line, it was different, quick and easy to read. It was a perfect story with the natural ebb and flow of young love. I’d love to read about Holly and Nathan’s friends, most especially the Gothlet – which I cracked up at every single time!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristan Andersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristan Anderson2022-07-17 07:08:552022-07-18 07:01:06The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Kristan Anderson
This book is a standalone contemporary romance with a little bit of suspense. I couldn’t put this book down! It was a quick read but oh so good.
Mia and Dylan have quite the chemistry. I don’t want to say too much and give anything away but this book is definitely worth a read! It’s got everything. Hot chemistry, angst, and suspense. There’s quite a few twists you don’t expect. I really enjoyed this book and definitely recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2022-07-17 06:18:262022-07-18 06:59:34Kiss a Thief by Marina Hanna – Review by Angelina Frazzini
This is the fourth book in the series. This book, as with the others in the series, can be read as a standalone. I really enjoyed Skylar’s story.
Skylar recently had a baby. She’s been on her own taking care of Gabriella but feels bad about shutting her sisters out so she travels to spend the rest of her maternity leave with them. She’s kept Gabriella’s father a secret this whole time. Running the summer camp with her sisters sounds just like what Skylar needs as she tries to maneuver motherhood. Nick runs a bowling alley and couldn’t be more thrilled to see Skylar walk in. He hasn’t seen her since they hooked up about a year ago. Skylar and Nick reconnecting brings up secrets from the past. Can these two face the challenges that will come their way?
Skylar is so independent and strong. She knows what she wants and she’ll figure out how to get it. I also enjoyed that in this book, Skylar is the one in the military. Guys are always portrayed as military so it was a nice change. Nick has his flaws, but doesn’t everyone. I really enjoyed these characters. The story was well written and the characters were genuine.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2022-07-17 06:16:572022-07-18 06:59:06One Unexpected Gift (Band of Sisters) by Marianne Rice – Review by Angelina Frazzini
Let It Be Love is a small-town contemporary romance story. ND is known to give us wonderful, sweet and captivating reads and this new book fits right in. Her easy-to-read stories feel real with their simplistic narrative. Wonderful and fun past and present characters and the fellowship of a supporting quaint little town endear this book to anyone.
Eric and Kiki’s love story has a lot going against them but the heart wants what the heart wants. He is a small-town man and she is a pop princess.
ND certainly puts them through the wringer as they try to wade through the mountainous pile of trying to have a relationship out of the spot light.
BUT will love win out or will fame, gossip, a crazy agent and paparazzi prove to be too much?
I really enjoy her work and I look forward to more from ND. Grab a copy and indulge in a few hours of self-time.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2022-07-17 03:17:282022-07-18 06:58:38Let It Be Love (A Mustang Prairie Romance Book 5) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Jenni Bishop
The Secret Cure is a psychological thriller with twists. It is not a young adult thriller which is this author’s usual fare. This story is aimed at an older audience and is full of action and suspense, intrigue and a touch of mystery. Add in revenge and vola tensions fly.
It is told in multiple POV’s, which I love, giving you an insight into what the characters are thinking, who they are and gives the story so much more depth. There are also layers of secrets, truths waiting to be told and mysteries to unravel. The tension and raw emotions throughout are palpable and urge the reader to keep turning page after page.
Lying in wait lies and secrets bring her to boiling point. It turns out she is not the only one out for revenge.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2022-07-17 03:12:062022-07-18 06:58:15The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Jenni Bishop
Sword of Darkness is an intriguing YA fantasy story. It is a fast-paced quick read. As I have said before I would have liked to see the story be a bit longer. It has taken me awhile to get fully immersed into the series but I have finally got there. With each book the characters and their stories have grown on me. There is mythology and mystery, danger and supernatural/paranormal beings, magic and secrets, love and betrayal and so much more that I am sure that any YA fantasy lover will enjoy.
This is Reece’s journey. He loves the thrill of adventure, the rush of adrenaline, the thrill of the chase, the thrill of fast cars. Unfortunately, he may have just gotten involved in the wrong race.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2022-07-17 02:54:022022-07-18 06:57:12Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Jenni Bishop
Rosalie is a former ballet dancer who is now bound to her bed due to an illness that prevents her from moving. It seems like her husband can’t bear to look at or be around her. She has noticed that he is spending more and more time with his therapist, Anastasia. She suspects and affair but being unable to move about, let alone talk she can only plot revenge. Her husband Vincenzo doesn’t notice that she is slowly gaining back her words and movement. That has been kept a secret by both Rosalie and her home health nurse, Cate. When and where will Rosalie get her revenge? There is also someone else who has a score to settle with Vincenzo. It is only a matter or when, where and who will get to him first.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlisa Wahtomy-Albahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlisa Wahtomy-Alba2022-07-16 23:56:282022-07-18 06:56:47The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba
“Reece shrugged on his black and red leather jacket. He tapped his boot to the floor to adjust his feet within the new pair. Then he closed the door to his workshop. He’d done it. The sword was nearly finished, and it was beautiful. He’d sent Jeb a picture and told him it was ready for the buyer he’d found. It wouldn’t take long for Reece to add the finishing touches. The metal was indescribable. It literally vibrated when he touched it. Power of some sort was hidden within its fiber, and Reece felt shocks run through his body whenever he held the blade. This was the sword of a warrior, maybe one that was in some epic fantasy adventure.”
“The wet street, and street lamps, most of which were broken, lit the path to the race, with a weird wooded area on one side and the abandoned neighborhood on the other. Megan sent him a text of the address that warned it would self-destruct in ten minutes. Then some virus actually removed her name, the message, and her number from his cellphone. This place, this town, was like being caught in a horror movie set-up, and it was changing his siblings and him in ways he’d never thought possible. Rei, who had been bubbly and the family cheerleader, had become secretive, depressed, and rarely smiled. Dexter had told him there were kids being murdered from the high school and that was why he’d been pulled over and got jailed for being out during curfew over a traffic ticket. The other odd thing was that his sister EmVee had been sneaking out, even staying gone for the entire night, and getting in trouble with her parents. And his parents—they’d been arguing, and his mother was scared—she was never scared. She was the strongest woman he knew, but he caught her begging their father to take them back to New York to save them. Reece sighed. He wanted to do something to help, but he didn’t know what. His family was falling to pieces, and he had been part of the problem with Zamina and racing. Maybe tonight, he needed to change that?”
Sword of Darkness is Book #3.5 in the Vigilant series by L.M Preston. It is another YA fantasy with mystery, danger, investigation, the supernatural, dramatic developments, friendship, family, racing, fate, and more. This is fast-paced which makes it a fairly quick and easy read. This builds on the story/s from the other book- this time we get Reece’s part in the overall adventure. I like that it adds to what we already know- and helps to build on the bigger ‘picture’ being painted. #colourmeintrigued I find that I am settling into this series now, and am invested in the characters and the story. The series has definitely gotten better as it unfolds. Bring on the next book! Happy Reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2022-07-16 22:58:462022-07-18 06:55:56Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Angela Hayes
This story had everything my heart needed. I absolutely loved how rugged, tense, and hard Levi was and loved even more the other side you got to see of him. This author did a brilliant job of showing you just a hint of PTSD. She kept it light but it was also so powerful that it had tears streaming down my face.
Bella comes off as a rich, posh, snobby woman who you soon learn is good at living with a façade. Her interactions with Allie will melt your heart and give you a glimpse of who she really is.
Elijah and Amos add to the fun. I fully enjoyed watching the three brothers interaction and could see how it related to so many other sibling relationships. I found myself laughing out loud quite a bit which just made this book even more enjoyable.
This book had so much romance in all the right places as well as action and suspense. The author did a brilliant job of writing a clean romance book with a suspense twist. The story I would classify as both a cowboy/western clean romance and a clean romantic suspense story. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series and I was not let down by my first Edith Mackenzie book that I’ve ever read. This author reminds me a lot of Bernadette Marie and Jill Sanders which is saying a lot. I highly recommend that you run out and pick up this book as you will not be disappointed at all.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Colleen Noyeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngColleen Noyes2022-07-16 22:54:222022-07-16 22:54:22Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie Review by Colleen Noyes
5 Stars The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom
The Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass is a fun yet educational children’s book that I absolutely loved reading. My four year old son loves books and this author especially he says he learns so much from the Mermaid. We’ve read this book several times already and it is definitely going on our re-read list. Maia,Fig and Trezzie are back and this time we are going on another Science adventure where we learn how to make a magnifying glass with a drop of water. I highly recommend reading book to find out if you really can make a magnifying glass with a drop of water ? My son and I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2022-07-16 22:52:072022-07-18 06:56:16Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
I loved the level of detail in this book! Antipodes is a post-apocalyptic novel about a select group of people who have been isolated from the effects of a global pandemic that threatens to eliminate life on Earth. The main character, Cam, struggles with how he fits into society and all of the differences in living under the dome. You can tell that Simons put a lot of thought into making sure that all of the readers’ questions would be answered because this novel has a phenomenal amount of world building. This story set up the sequel in a way that made me want to pick it up right away!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbie Englandhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbie England2022-07-16 22:15:242022-07-18 06:55:33Antipodes (Antipodes Book 1) by T.S. Simons – Review by Barbie England
Again, this book did not disappoint. Nurse Morgan is a lovable character as are her ghostly live in roommates. This 2nd book to the series began where the first book left off. Nurse Morgan continues to get more used to her new psychic abilities. She meets some new ghostly figures at the hospital and encounters a mean Esmeralda! Esmeralda proves to be a foe who wants Dr. Caleb – who Nurse Morgan is starting to enjoy time with. Even the Wilkersons do not like Esmeralda’s presence. I loved reading book two to find out how Nurse Morgan’s character grew and how her friendships with both the living and the otherworldly progressed. I enjoyed the historical spin on the nurses in the hospital and finding out about how there can be a time warp where the ghosts can just live in an endless loop.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2022-07-16 19:24:542022-07-18 06:55:05Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Tanya Wall July 2022
I really enjoyed this book! As an Early Childhood Educator, this is a great book to teach young children about science and that one person’s trash may be another’s treasure. This was not my first book by this author, and I am looking forward to more in the future and reading them to my students and my daughter. The illustrations are beautiful and keep the attention of the children having the story read to them. Overall I highly recommend this book to anyone with children or any teachers and Early Childhood staff in childcare!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sarah Devereauxhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSarah Devereaux2022-07-16 18:14:282022-07-18 06:54:41Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Sarah Devereaux
I don’t read a lot of books with high school characters because I tend to get caught up in feeling they’re too immature, flat or even annoying. I decided to pick up the The Lie That Binds because I’ve read and enjoyed books by this author in the past and wanted to give it a fair try. It took me a while to get into the storyline because I was confused by all the characters and keeping them straight was hard. As the storyline picked up, I was definitely more invested. I didn’t connect to the main characters as much as I hoped I would, but that could have been my personal issue vs the characters themselves. My favorite thing about the book was how the chapters begin with a quote, just as unique to me as finding a book that still names the chapters! Overall, it was a good read with the emotional rollercoaster I have gone to expect from this author.
I absolutely loved Truth or Kill! I love that it was based on an urban legend. I also love that there’s a whole urban legend series that I’m now going to have to love into. Going into it I initially expected something different, than what it actually was. It was surprisingly refreshing actually. The author brings together two lost and broken souls that don’t really belong among the rest. Invited to a spring break retreat by her teammate, Sydney has no idea what she’s walking into. Expecting a calm week on a lake in a canoe, what else would she do going up to a cabin. Instead she’s presented with a palace in the woods, without a canoe in sight, oh and a bunch of rich heirs and heiresses. She knows she doesn’t belong and can’t even imagine the game that she’s going to be stuck playing. What or should I say who catches her off guard is Kage. He’s extremely unexpected, but a very welcome distraction. Kage, why does it have to be this angel? Hoping things go to plan this week, maybe he can spare her. She’s also exactly the person who could unravel their plans as well. Little does he know she’s as twisted and broken as he is. An unexpected kindred spirit. Will she be an issue? Can she be trusted? Kage thinks so, but his brothers are a different story. Does Sydney prove her worth? So many questions and so many answers, in this twisted dark romance. Again I will say I loved it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2022-07-16 17:17:592022-07-18 06:53:11Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 1) by A.C. Kramer – Review by Beverly Finnie
I could not put this one down, it was full of intrigue and the want to know more as I read, the story and characters offered a lot. It was a griping read from start to finish, and a most excellent thriller!
What made this book for me was the characters that it contained, and how the story developed around them all in different ways. Really felt for Rosalie. She endured so much, and kept enduring, I really was not sure how her story would end up turning out. Personally I loved how she was written, and her pain made her character who she was, especially later in the book. The intertwining of the characters with the plot at that one certain point really was that wow factor! The writing was amazing, and certainly kept you on the edge of your seat. Strong intrigue and anticipation as well. Fantastic read! Loved it completely!
I could not help love how much of a thrill ride this book was. I was unable to let go. I was held with a tight grip. Definitely a high recommendation for this must read book and author! Not one to be passed up!
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 Huisman2022-07-16 16:07:082022-07-18 06:51:30The Secret Cure: A Gripping Psychological Thriller with a Twist by JD Spero – Review by Lorrene Huisman
I am in love with this series. Reece has gotten himself in a little bit of a tight spot entering a not-so-normal car race. You just might fight for your life in this one. a beatiful girl shows up and starts flirting with him, bringing on the ire of two bullies. Bring on the action and drama of the story. Hook and Ora are strongly advising him to stay away from this girl. Megan says he should too (but she’s not all she says she is). Secrets abound in this town. Just ask Jeb about them. Reece is good with metalwork and Jeb has him make a sword. It turns out to be needed because some heavy action is coming down the pipeline at the end. I love the drama, the plot twists and characters. I feel the author does a fantastic job of making you think you might know what is going on (but not really. Remember those secrets..). One of the best fantasy/paranormal series for young adults that I’ve read recently. I’m a fan now.
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 Kittell2022-07-16 15:05:332022-07-18 06:50:45Sword of Darkness (The Vigilant Book 3.5) by LM Preston – Review by Shelly Kittell
I really enjoyed this story. It is a great mixture of romance and danger. The story is thrilling as we journey with Aimee and Qadir. I loved their characters. Aimee is such a strong independent woman. She’s had a tough life which has lead her to where she is and the person she is today. So pleased that she remains a strong character that isn’t afraid to speak her mind and be herself. Qadir is a powerful guy and has such he isn’t used to people confronting him or going against his wishes, however when he meets Aimee he gets that and a whole lot more. Aimee will challenge him in ways he has never experienced before and he will allow her to do just that. They meet when Aimee saves his life. And once the meet Qadir is certain he won’t let her go. But that’s when things change. Aimee escapes and leaves but what she doesn’t realise is that she now becomes a target. Can this couple work through their life differences and find common ground? Can they save each other from the constant threats to their lives? With the distrust and danger do they stand any chance of being together or will the difference in their lifestyle and worlds but too much for them to overcome.
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 Carr2022-07-16 14:02:042022-07-18 06:50:13Something About Aimee (Girls from the Street Book 1) by S.E. Smith – Review by Kerry Carr
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Sword of Darkness by L.M. Preston
