Eternal Bloom, Book 2 in the Bloom Duet Series by A.E Gamrat 4 out of 5 Stars This second book picks up exactly where the first one left off. Many books I have read in the past pick up a few months later, etc, but this one I appreciated the immediacy of the continuation of the story. Make sure you read the first on, New Bloom, before you march into this one. Gwen’s life is in an upheaval. Her mom is in the hospital and her prognosis is not looking good. My heart was literally aching for her. You could feel the sadness, uncertainty and fear from Gwen within the paragraphs of the book. The supporting cast of characters in this book are phenomenal. I love Gwen’s dad. Kame is an interesting character. Both in this book and the last I had a love hate relationship with him so I am not sure how I truly feel on this one. I highly recommend this book and the first for an easy Sunday read. Passion, raw crying and full emotions are on point with this one so keep the Kleenex’s close by.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Krystal Gregoryhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKrystal Gregory2018-10-29 19:21:062018-10-29 20:23:35Eternal Bloom, Book Two in the Bloom Duet Series by A.E. Gamrat – Review by Krystal Gregory
New Bloom, Book 1 in the Bloom Duet Series by A. E. Gamrat 4 out of 5 Stars
This is a fantastic book. This coming of age/romance novel has just about a little of everything to make the perfect book for this genre. Our main character is Gwen. She is freshly graduated from college and is trying to sort out what she wants to do with her life. I love how the author has brought to life the struggle that some girls face with a tough mother/daughter relationship. Gwen realizes that she has lived a very sheltered life, partly because of the choices of her mother, and when she begins to see the slivers of the outside world, they do not see eye to eye on how she could continue. Gwen is trying to figure out how to stand on her own two feet and stand up for what she wants. When tragedy in her household strikes, all of that is put on hold.
This Author did fabulous job of bringing to life the struggles of being a young adult and the emotions you feel during that time. I appreciate the effort that it took to bring such detail to life. I highly recommend this book and I cannot wait for book 2.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Krystal Gregoryhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKrystal Gregory2018-10-29 19:16:192018-10-29 20:22:51New Bloom, Book One in the Bloom Duet Series by A.E. Gamrat – Review by Krystal Gregory
Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) By C.A. King Rated 5 stars
What a story! Right at the beginning it drew me in an i could hardly put this down until it was finished. I really felt very comfortable with this book from the prologue. The wording and characters made me feel welcome. I love the name of this character..Truly. So different but yet perfect.
This poor girl! All she wants to do it survive and try to remember her past. She seems to struggle with just being. Truly is blessed or not. It’s hard to tell. Having access to something unworldly should make her happy but….not when unfortunate things keeps happening around her.
Wow! This had an ending i didn’t see coming so i was a bit surprised. This does open the story for a great new series. This is the first book in that series and I look forward to reading more. On a side note the title and cover are perfectly in line with this book and I loved them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2018-10-29 19:05:042018-10-29 20:22:02Truly Unfortunate by (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) C.A. King – Review by Lisa Helmick
I give Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King, 5 stars.
Truly has no memories of her childhood. Her doctors think she is repressing some horrible memories. All she knows is that she can’t catch a break. When people she knows starts dying, she doesn’t know what to think.
Jeff is a cop in Knoll County, a position he’s wanted since he was a child. He tends to think outside the box, which gets him in trouble with his boss. When a group of accidents happen, he is convinced there is more going on. Is it his imagination or is there really something sinister happening?
I have read and enjoyed this author before, but I wasn’t sure what to expect with this book because it seems so different than what she has done before. I absolutely loved it! The characters were great, you really feel for Truly and you can understand where Jeff is coming from too. The story is great too, there are quite a few surprises that you will never see coming. I love to be shocked just when I think i have it all figured out.
This is a suspense with a paranormal twist and I highly recommend it to every adult!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erin Wolfhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErin Wolf2018-10-29 18:41:452018-10-29 20:20:48Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Erin Wolf
Sailors Knot is the fourth book in the Eastern Shore Swingers Series by Phoebe Alexander. Let me start by saying that Ms. Alexander has really set the bar quite high with this wonderful book. I am a big fan of her work and she never fails to deliver an enticing read, and this story is no exception. I have come to expect a lot from her, which probably isn’t very fair on my part, but I blame her for writing stories that just get better and better the farther into the series we go, eclipsing the other books with each new instalment. Just when I think that it won’t be possible to match the previous book, she ups the ante and not only matches, but exceeds them, as well as all my expectations, and blows me away. Especially this book, which is my favourite, and pick of the series so far. Out of all her books, this one wormed its way farther into my heart than any of the others managed to do. From the divine cover, to the exceptional writing, the original storyline, and wonderful characters, Ms. Alexander ticks all the boxes, and then some. This is a fantastic second chances x contemporary romance x erotica. There is heartache, loss, sacrifice, reminiscing, friendship, desire, unconditional love, heartbreak, triumph, sex-positivity, polyamory, passion, erotica, patience, and surprises. This story could be read as a standalone, without feeling like you are missing anything from the storyline. But having said that, the other books are well worth the read, as they really are great stories on their own- but they also introduce other recurring characters. So, having all that information and the backstories would increase your reading pleasure, of this book, and the series as a whole. The series itself is set around a swinger’s club and the people who live the lifestyle and ‘attend’ the club and who go on to form a relationship through that- but this book was a little different as it concentrated more on a polyamorous relationship between three people and the connection, complexities, highs, and lows that came along with that. I was thrilled to finally be getting Casey’s story, and even though Ms. Alexander put my emotions through the wringer, and I really felt for what Casey had been/was going through- I. LOVED. EVERY. MINUTE! Casey Fontane is in California, staying with her sister while undergoing cancer treatment. Leah and Paisley have come to see her, but they both have their own issues that are weighing on their minds. The grand lady that Casey is, she gives them some great guidance by telling her own epic, and complicated love story. We learn that what starts as a way for Casey to get all her ‘needs’ met, turns into something so much more significant- and through her, we meet Gabriel and Joshua- following as Casey takes us all on an incredible journey into the past and back again. Will she get a second chance, in life and love? Or is it all too late? I love these characters, they are quite dynamic, and fully realised individuals with their own quirks and flaws- which made them all the more realistic and relatable. OMG! That ending was EVERYTHING, with cheese on top!!! GAH! Loved it! Now I can’t wait for the next book!
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 Hayes2018-10-29 17:53:392018-10-29 20:19:28Sailors Knot (The Eastern Shore Swingers Series Book #4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Hayes
“At times she felt like the pesky last candle on a birthday cake that wouldn’t light because she didn’t have a man in her life.”
Must Be Crazy is the incredible third instalment in the Darling Cove Series by Deborah Garland. This story is every bit as wonderful as the previous two books, and surprisingly is now my favourite of the series, so far! Why do I say surprisingly? Well, because we have met these two characters in the previous books, and while I was curious about them, I wasn’t sure I would love Skye, or be able to fully connect with her, or the story. I knew Edward would be a shoo-in, but if I hated Skye, then that would make this reading experience quite difficult. But, I needn’t have worried, and should have trusted Ms. Garland, as she’s never let me down before. Not only did she (and Skye) win me over- Edward and Skye have now became my favourite couple of the series! Yeah, I was surprised, that’s for sure!! But in a really great, “OMG! I love this book and you have to read it” kind of way! The story is a touching contemporary romance with a second chances element that really tugged on my heart-strings. It’s romantic, sweet, tender, emotional, heartbreaking, and incredibly steamy story: with wonderful family dynamics (the Mallory’s and the Morgan’s), loyalty, longing, passion, drama, camaraderie, and love. There are all the brilliant characters we’ve grown to love from the previous books, as well as one who I grew to hate with a passion. That’s one of the things that Ms. Garland does so well- she is able to get her reader to completely invest in her characters and their story, whilst also imbuing the story with so much emotion, which had me smiling, laughing, and sobbing all within the same chapter/s. I think I spent much of the final third of the book sobbing my heart out , struggling to read the story through all of my tears, reading as fast as my eyes would allow just so I could see what happens next. Skye Mallory is Gwen (Book #1) and Greg’s (Book #2) sister. She’s an attorney who has her own office on main street and lives in the apartment above her office. She’s worked hard to get to where she is and is quite good at her job. But, now that both her siblings have found love, she knows that there is an expectation for her to do the same. Problem is, she’s still stinging from a bad, and quite embarrassing breakup, and isn’t interested in getting hurt again. Plus, there’s the matter of her long-held and devastating secret that she fears to expose. But when her office and apartment catch fire, She’s saved by the very hunky volunteer fire chief. The sparks fly between them and she can’t help wondering if things would be different with him. Edward Mendelsohn is an architect, volunteer firefighter, single father, and all-round good guy. He hasn’t had a relationship since Julian’s mother walked out on them. Edward’s had his eye on Skye for quite some time, but things hadn’t gone his way when it came to asking her out. He also has Julian, his 7year-old son to consider- he’s Edwards number one priority. When he saves Skye from the fire, things quickly heat up between them and he start to imagine sharing his future with this gorgeous woman. But a strange turn of events sees them in a legal conflict of interest, which brings their budding romance to a screeching halt. Then to make matters worse, the past comes back with devastating consequences for Edward. Can these two work out these various roadblocks and get their romance back on track? Or have they detoured too far off their path to ever find their way back? What happens when her ‘secret’ is revealed? What does the future hold for these two? Well, Ms. Garland certainly put these two through the wringer and made them work hard for every ounce of happiness. There was one crisis after another that had me anxiously sitting on the edge of my seat and quite emotionally invested as I followed along. But I just ADORED how Ms. Garland brought everything together in the end!! I was a grinning, teary eyed idiot. This story/series really deserves to be read and should be on everyone’s TBR list! I am excited to see what “A Must For Christmas: A Darling Cove Novella” has in store for us and have already pre-ordered it!
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 Hayes2018-10-29 17:39:512018-10-29 20:18:24Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Series Book #3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Angela Hayes
Well C. A. King you got me again with this story. Once I started I could not put it down. Warning this is a highly addictive author. She grabs you with the first couple of sentences and leaves you wanting more with the last sentence. Ms. King spins a great yarn with her stories. From the descriptions of the scenery to the characters and the roles they play, she really has the reader’s attention, but if you are not careful you may miss one small detail and then there is that curve ball and you will want to go back and see where you may have missed it. This story is a dark fantasy book. The main character is a young woman, Truly who does not have any memories of her childhood. She desperately needs to find out because there are a lot horrid acts happening around her. There is a new doctor and some of the memories are returning but Truly is having issues with some of them (for a really good reason). Jeff the sheriff in town is helping Truly but will that be enough? Will he have problems with the memories? You will have to read the story to find out the answers. I cannot wait to see what the next story has for us.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2018-10-29 17:28:332018-10-29 20:17:35Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Erica Fish
The Catch is the second book in The Eastern Shore Swingers Series by Phoebe Alexander. This book is a wonderful contemporary romance that takes us on a journey into the world of swinging, so if you don’t like sexy, steamy, and erotic- then this probably isn’t the book for you! But, having said that, don’t let the ‘swinging’ part of the story put you off reading this really great story, because if you go into it with an open mind you will be surprised by what you’ll find under the cover of this superb story, there is much more to the story than the erotic elements. There is depth and substance. Paisley Parker is new to town and has been hired as a manager for the Factory (Private Swingers Club). She’s the definition of sex-bomb: a curvy burlesque dancer from New York. She doesn’t do relationships, only indulging in casual hook-ups. But is there more to her story? Is her confidence masking a deeper vulnerability? In an effort to develop a website for the Factory, Paisley hires someone with the expertise to get the job done right. Enter Calvin Mitchell. He’s immediately drawn to her and would like to see where their mutual attraction may lead. So, what happens when this one-woman-man meets this wild and sexy woman? What happens when he learns about the club and the ‘lifestyle’? What about their age difference? And what happens when the past returns to haunt her? This story is really well written, DUH- it’s Phoebe Alexander! There’s drama, emotion, passion, erotica, some suspense, surprises, friendship, connections, and lots of steam. The characters were wonderful and went through some development and growth over the course of the story. Once again Ms. Alexander has produced a enticing and sex-positive story, that drew me in right from the get-go. Another great read from this talented author!
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 Hayes2018-10-29 17:24:462018-10-29 20:16:16The Catch (The Eastern Shore Swingers Series Book #2) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Angela Hayes
Love, Christmas – Movies You Love (The Holiday Series Book 2) is a great collection of love stories focused around Christmas. I haven’t gotten to them all yet, but it seems to be a good mix, something for everyone. Each story is inspired by the author’s favorite Christmas movie, which is a fun twist. Most of the stories seem to be short stories, but there are a few longer ones, that are possibly full length. I will do a review on a couple of the stories I’ve read, and plan to cuddle up on the couch with a blanket over the next month finishing the others. A Royal White Christmas by Leanne Banks is one of the shorter stories, but it was cute. It tells the story of two unlikely people falling in love in a small town. Holly has traveled back home to watch over her brother’s farm while he is deployed. She has been living in New York City, and is way out of her element. Finding herself in snow storms, while looking for her brother’s dog, as well as milking goats. A nearby visiting neighbor, Brice, comes to her rescue more than once. During these short, but frequent encounters, they develop feelings for each other, and things quickly take off. The biggest bump in the road is Brice being the heir to the crown. Suzanne Jenkin’s Christmas with the Clouds is not what I expected. The story starts out very heavy, with the main character,Tracy’s husband dying. She finds herself leaning on her patient for support, and making a best friend out of the ordeal. During her healing process, she relies on her in-laws, and new best friend. An unexpected visitor at Christmas, leads Tracy to find love in the most unexpected place of all. Great turn around from the start of the story, and enjoyable to read. I love happy endings! In the spirit of Christmas by Alyssa Bailey is about Tara returning home after a bad breakup. Before even making it into town, she gets a flat tire, and in rides Chase, a knight in shining armor…or rather sexy sheriff in uniform, to save the day. She is in for a big surprise, when she gets home and sees that same sexy sheriff in her dad’s living room! Cute story, and I loved the writing. I will be seeking out more of Alyssa Bailey in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2018-10-29 17:02:342018-10-29 20:15:32Love, Christmas – Movies You Love (The Holiday Series Book 2) Anthology – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
My Hidden Life is an amazing start to a trilogy that I cant wait to finish. It is a prequel to the Brother of Camelot stories, but the first in the My Life Series by Necie Navone. It is a coming of age story, about Alessandra, the Princess of the Canzano Family. Her family is part of the Italian mob, and her dad decided, when she was just 6 years old, she will be the one to take over as the boss of the Family. Her uncle Louie has dedicated his life to protect her, as well as train her. Due to the target on her back, her father decides she must be trained to protect herself in any situation, regardless of being a child. She thinks it is fun as a young girl, but soon tires of it and wishes for a normal teenage life. These feelings intensify after she meets a boy, who doesn’t know her past or story, and sparks fly. Navone quickly made a lifelong fan. I read The Only One earlier this year, which will be tied into this series. I enjoyed it, so when I heard about this book being a prequel, I jumped on it, and was blown away. This story has it all, a little bit of drama, romance, fear, devotion, so many strong feelings. It is told mostly from Alessandra’s point of view, with a mix of her uncle’s as well. I highly recommend this book, and cannot wait to see what happens in both series to come.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2018-10-29 16:34:452018-10-29 20:14:05My Hidden Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 1) by Necie Navone – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
Small Town Hero is a short, contemporary romance that focuses on renewal and second chances. Our two characters are thrown together under difficult circumstances but find hope and new life in each other. This was an uplifting read and one that I enjoyed from beginning to end.
Rebecca was convinced she had everything figured out, including a loving fiancé who was accepting of her decision to save herself until after they were married. So after finding him in bed with her best friend, she takes off on a journey to get herself as far away from his as possible. Finding herself in Tennessee, we enter Rebecca’s life as she’s at a real turning point. This is exciting as we see her develop from the ‘old’ her to the new, more relaxed version of herself. I loved how sassy she was at the beginning but also that she was aware of this. Her reaction to Ryan had me laughing out loud at points, especially because she was so surprised at herself! As for Ryan, what a complex character! While we immediately focus on Rebecca’s heartbreak, he too has faced some traumatic events in his life. I loved getting to know him and finding out why he is the way he is.
The connection between Rebecca and Ryan feels so natural and is really entertaining to read. I loved seeing them interact and how easily conversation flowed between them, after they had got to know each other of course! This was such a lovely, sweet read and I’m so glad I took a chance on it. I can’t wait for more in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashleigh Whitwellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshleigh Whitwell2018-10-29 15:44:182018-10-29 16:24:18Small Town Hero (Small Town Brides #1) by Kim Koby – Review by Ashleigh Whitwell
Sailor’s Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers book 4) by Phoebe Alexander 5 stars
What a book! I went into this blind as this is a one click author for me, whatever she writes I love, and this one did not disappoint. Casey was a great character and the flashbacks, while not my favorite things in books, were so needed here! This is a book you need to read as I can’t just sum up anything as it all needs to be experienced in this amazing book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lyndsey Fairleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLyndsey Fairley2018-10-29 15:40:262018-10-29 15:40:26Sailor’s Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers book 4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Lyndsey Fairley
I finished up ‘The Plot’ a few days ago and I have been struggling with the right words to describe my experience with it for some time now. “It was great”, just doesn’t’ seem like enough. “I loved it”, is pretty simplistic too. I think one thing that did stand out to me pretty much consistent throughout while I was reading it though would have to be that I was feeling as if I was getting a full-fledged story, instead of just a one hour glimpse, of one of my all-time favorite television shows. Law and Order: Special Victims Unit.
I had no idea what to expect when I decided to read ‘The Plot’. I had never read anything from Melinda De Ross before, but I can assure you that will be changing here very soon! I was drawn in by the bold cover and the intriguing blurb. I wanted some suspense for the season that is among us with the fall and all. This was perfect. There was never a dull moment. Just when I felt as if I could breathe again something would happen to make me second guess myself all over again. Melinda had a way of weaving the story just right so there was never a lag time.
Yoko lived in a literal hell for four years thanks to Mr. Chen and countless other men like him. They would use her and her body for whatever they pleased and she would see a pittance for it. She is just barely starting over and hardly trusting anyone so when Mark Chandler, her boss, starts to make her feel things she long thought were dead inside her she wonders if she should trust him, could trust him. Would he accept her if he knew her secrets? Then again Mark just might have a few of his own secrets he is hiding too… That you will just have to read and find out for yourself… Happy reading! Thanks for a wonderful read Melinda De Ross! Can’t wait to see what else is in store from you!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2018-10-29 15:38:462018-10-29 16:22:57The Plot by Melinda De Ross ~ Review by Liz Vrchota
Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King is the first book in her Welcome to Knollville series. This is a twisted but brilliant fantastic story about Truly. She has no memories of her childhood. But sessions with a doctor start to reveal disturbing visions. Visions that leave a lingering feeling of death. And Truly starts to wonder if there is more going on when bodies start to turn up. Is it all connected? And if so, how? What could to have to do with her kissing childhood memories? This book is just as good as every other book I have read by this author. She has such a way of spinning a story that hooks you right from the start and does not let go. I loved the characters of Truly and Jeff. I loved the story in this book. I really enjoyed how they all worked together. I could not put this book down once I started reading and I am looking forward to seeing what comes next in this series.View all my reviews
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2018-10-29 15:27:382018-10-29 16:20:27Truly Unfortunate by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker
The Fifth Knight: An Arthurian Legend Reverse Harem Romance by Claire Luana and Jesikah Sundin is the first book in the The Knights of Caerleon series. This book is not only a great collaboration of two authors – one I have read before and enjoyed the work of, one who was entirely new to me – but this is also a great reimagining of Arthur and The Knights of Camelot story that everyone knows. This book takes the tale and completely twists it. With the addition of a fifth, female Knight the authors manage to evolve a well known story and make it their own. The book was well written and well developed, with a clear direction. The characters worked well, you got the almost familiarity in Arthur as a character we already know all about, along with the newness of Fionna. For me this was a great first book to the series and I am looking forward to reading more.
My Hidden Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 1) By Necie Navone 5 Stars
Necie Navone spins a wonderful tale about coming of age in a crime family. My Hidden Life begins the tale of Alessandra, the Princess of the Canzano crime Family. Alessandra has always known that she would one day take over her family’s “business”. Although she was introduced at an early age to the violence that can be her family’s world, Alessandra tries her hardest to just be normal. Necie Navone grabs the reader from page 1 with this book and doesn’t let go until the end. I enjoyed the richness of the characters and following Alessandra on her journey. Ms. Navone paints a realistic and often brutal world but gives emotion and depth to her characters that make them jump off the page. I am looking forward to reading more from this fabulous author! Don’t wait! Pick up this awesomeness now!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nicole Noblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNicole Noble2018-10-29 14:56:432018-10-29 16:17:23My Hidden Life: Brothers of Camelot Prequel (My Life Series Book 1) by Necie Navone – Review by Nicole Noble
The Fifth Knight (The Knights of Caerleon #1) By Claire Luana and Jesikah Sundin Rated 4 stars
This is a good solid story. It’s told from a time that had magic and faeries. Full of the tales from the knights of the round tables. Very enjoyable and not really what I thought it would be for a reverse harem. Each chapter is told from a different characters point of view. It’s kind of nice to see what everyone is thinking and how they are feeling or responding to what has happened. The characters are interesting. The fifth Knight is sneaky and strong and uses everything to get to become the a knight. The dialogue between the original four is fun and witty. They have obviously been friends for a bit. The story drew me in and kept me wondering what was going to happen. I loved the backgrounds and really felt myself transported to that era.
Make sure you read the historical notes at the back of the story. Very Interesting!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2018-10-29 14:29:012018-10-29 14:46:56The Fifth Knight By Claire Luana and Jesikah Sundin – Review by Lisa Helmick
I absolutely adore this author! I am not a huge fan of books about swinging, there is nothing wrong with that lifestyle it is just my personal opinion but there is just something about the way in which this author writes about it that draws me in and I know that whenever she releases a book in this series I have to read it. Her writing is exciting, it flows well, the pace is always excellent and I know that I won’t be able to put it down until I have finished. I think for me in this story there were some things that I wasn’t really expecting and that’s why I loved it so much. I love Casey; have done since the beginning and her story made me so emotional. I think that she is an amazing character, she’s there for everybody and she has this inner strength that can only be admired. I honestly love everything about her. I love that it was told in past and present and we got to find out more about Casey and her lifestyle. As I expected there were some pretty steamy scenes but as always they are well written and not too over the top! I do find this lifestyle interesting and I really felt the connection between all of the characters in this book! As always I look forward to more from Ms Alexander – I cannot recommend her books enough!
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 Matthews2018-10-29 14:26:242018-10-29 14:51:11Sailors Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Katie Matthews
I have read books by one of these authors previously and liked her writing style so I was looking forward to reading this book written by two authors. I love it when authors come together to write. I thought that their writing styles went together really well and the story flowed seamlessly. It was hard to tell that it was written by two people. I really enjoyed the story and the characters that they created. I am quite new to this genre so I am still getting used to it but I thought that it was really well written and I found myself easily captivated by what I was reading. I loved the fantasy side of the story and thought that the descriptions were really rich which enabled me to imagine exactly what I was reading. I am really looking forward to the next book in the series and for more from these two brilliant authors.
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 Matthews2018-10-29 14:11:232018-10-29 14:50:00The Fifth Knight (The Knights of Caerleon #1) by Claire Luana and Jesikah Sundin – Review by Katie Matthews
I have been really looking forward to reading the third book in this series after loving both books 1 and 2. I really enjoy this authors writing style, her books are really easy to read and her characters are real to life. I always find myself transported into the stories that she writes easily. I loved Skye and Edwards’s story! Their story was scorching hot in more ways than one. I loved that their relationship was a little slower to build. I have to say I loved Edward! He was just so perfect! His attitude to life as a Dad was heart-warming and you could tell that his son meant everything to him and he would do anything to give him the best life that he could. I honestly loved every second of this story, the characters were great and I was rooting for them the whole way through! I can’t wait for more from this author in the future!
Wow i don’t even know where to begin it’s a beautiful novel and it played with my emotions so much i just couldnt set it down. It was a novel that i was able to escape reality with and just be there with the characters. I was completly captivated by the storyline and I’m excited to read more from this author! I must warn you there are moments where it bought a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes so maybe make sure you have tissues to hand while reading it. Its an unforgettable read and i highly recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stacey Baxterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStacey Baxter2018-10-29 13:32:212018-10-29 14:48:03Michael’s Heart by Lori Thomas Harrington – Review by Stacey Baxter
“Eternal Bloom” is the sequel book to “New Bloom” by A. E. Gamrat, so make sure you read “New Bloom” first! Gwen’s mother was rushed to the hospital at the end of “New Bloom” and “Eternal Bloom” picks up right where “New Bloom” left off, with Gwen and her father nervously waiting for information. I don’t want to give anything away but I felt like I was holding my breath the whole book, waiting to see how things would go for Gwen and her family. I’d been wanting her to stand up for herself and tell her parents what she was really feeling! Her new relationship with Kame being rocky and her relationship with her parents being about the same, I was worried how things would turn out. This book was a lovely ending to the story, but I feel like there is more to tell with Gwen’s best friend Lena and their oldest friend, Tyler. Hopefully, A.E Gamrat has more in store for us! This really was a lovely book that showed me that what you don’t know about a person can be just as important as what you do know. So, I give “Eternal Bloom” four stars!
Gwen is a recent college graduate who always knew that after she was done with school, she wanted to move home and help her parents run their flower shop. Ever since she was young, she has loved flowers and her parent’s shop gave her the perfect outlet for that passion and even drove her to study business in college to help with managing the shop. The practical application of that dream just isn’t turning out how she hoped. Her tenuous relationship with her mother makes everything difficult, especially when she meets the mysterious Kame. It is a rare thing when a book makes me cry, and “New Bloom” quite nearly had me there! Graduating college and following your dreams should be a happy and exciting time and Gwen isn’t getting any of that happiness or excitement. My heart went out to her as she is dealing with all these experiences, none of which I’ll be giving away, but let’s just say it made me inhale this story. A.E. Gamrat tells the story almost as if it is Gwen’s diary, giving us her deepest thoughts, fears and anxieties. It is beautifully sad yet hopeful, kind of like Gwen herself. I’m eager to read the next book in the series “Eternal Bloom” so I can find out what happens next, as “New Bloom” ends with a cliffhanger! With that, I give “New Bloom” four stars! Reviewed by @emilybee430
I enjoyed how I was pulled right in from the beginning of this story. The characters are relatable and lovable. Skye and Edward’s story is one that pulled at my heartstrings but also made it swell. Skye is a woman who has had a run of bad luck plus a secret. When life steps in, she finds she may have to give up everything she has just found. I loved the chemistry between Skye and Edward and found myself hoping that they find their HEA. I highly recommend reading this book to find out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2018-10-29 12:47:532018-10-29 12:50:17Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Series Book 3) by Deborah Garland – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I loved this book and think it is the best yet in this series. I was excited to finally get to read Casey’s story and I loved it. The emotional roller coaster ride that these characters took me on had me laughing and feeling compassion. Casey is a strong, sassy character that has been through alot but what will she do when she if faced with a second chance at more than just life? I loved seeing the previous books characters as well. I highly recommend this book, it is a must read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2018-10-29 12:24:522018-10-29 12:29:07Sailors Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This book is a dark fantasy story about a young woman you has no memories of her childhood. Then you have other forces in play here, as a killing pattern from the past seems to have popped up. What will happen when the past and the present become one and survival threatened? The characters are creative and this author brings this story to life. They took me on some twists and turns that left me sitting on the edge of my seat right along with the suspense. I highly recommend reading this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2018-10-29 12:08:102018-10-29 12:09:12Truly Unfortunate (Welcome to Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1) By: C.A. King 5 out of 5 stars
The story Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1) by C.A. King is a dark fantasy/paranormal book. It is a story that I loved reading. It had me hooked from the very beginning and I found myself reading it all in one sitting. I just had to know how it ended. I enjoyed reading about the characters of Truly and Jeff. Truly is a woman who can’t seem to recall the memories of her childhood. With some help, she has begun a process to hopefully change this. What will Truly remember if those memories come back? Jeff is a detective who has seen situations from the past mirror the present. What will he find when he looks for a connection? Read this book to find out. This is a spooky story that had me on the edge of my seat wondering what was going to happen next. The storyline had me turning pages. It has intriguing and interesting characters. Investigating with Jeff is like trying to solve a puzzle. It had me adding up the clues to find the answer. This is an amazing story that is wonderfully written and has memorable characters. It is a story that I would highly recommend reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2018-10-29 12:02:342018-10-29 12:10:20Truly Unfortunate (Welcome To Knollville Book 1) By C.A. King – Review by Laura Furuta
Small Town Hero by Kim Koby is an absolutely fantastic romance read! It’s a whirlwind romance that I read in one sitting as I couldn’t bring myself to put it down. This book is the first in the Small-Town Brides series, a series I can’t wait to continue with. It’s full of emotional moments that had me feeling shocked, angry, heartbroken and also had me feeling all kinds of hope for Rebecca as she opened herself up to experiencing the ultimate betrayal. I love how this story flowed and I would love to read more about Rebecca in the future!
I would absolutely recommend this romance read to anyone and I look forward to reading more from this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kaitlynn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaitlynn Taylor2018-10-29 12:00:402018-10-29 12:11:08Small Town Hero (Small Town Brides #1) by Kim Koby – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor
Sailors Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 4) by Phoebe Alexander
5 Stars
Ok so after careful consideration I think Sailors Knot is now my favorite of this series, I reserve the right to change my mind after #5 comes out but at this point I do believe Casey has won my heart. I loved her in the books before but now getting her story and watching her go through all she had to endure in her fight with breast cancer she has absolutely become one of my favorite female characters ever. Her story completely touched me and it may be because I watched my own Mother go through this and maybe it’s also because this author’s words and how she puts them together literally just reach into my heart and squeeze.
I am so totally out of words that describe how I feel about this authors writing, I just know that if you have not read anything by her yet, go download this series, start with #1, its important because the cast follows through in each book and the history that is built in my opinion must be read in order to fully appreciate it.
Trying to figure out who will get book #5, Casey’s sister maybe? Or maybe someone else I’m overlooking, I truly don’t care, it doesn’t matter because I will have it the minute it is released, and since it is next year that’s the perfect excuse to read this whole series all over again so that I’m ready.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2018-10-29 11:52:252018-10-29 11:52:25Sailors Knot (Eastern Shore Swingers Book 4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Debi Kircher
Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Book 3) By: Deborah Garland 5 out of 5 stars
The story Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Book 3) by Deborah Garland is a contemporary romance book. It is a story that I loved reading just as much as the first two. I was hooked from the very beginning and I didn’t want to put the book down until I was finished with the final page. I loved reading about the characters of Skye Mallory and Edward Mendelsohn. Skye is a woman whose siblings have found their perfect match. Although still stinging from her last break up Skye does wonder what it would be like to have what the others in her family have, a deep love between two people. Skye is also a woman who is keeping a secret from her family. What is that secret and what will happen when or if it is revealed? Edward is the fire chief in town and is interested and intrigued by Skye. He has been waiting for the right moment to ask her out. Be it that when her apartment and business goes up in flames may not be the best time, however, these two soon find themselves going out together. Then a situation arises that threatens to tear these two apart just as quickly as they got together. Both Skye and Edward have an attraction and chemistry that is undeniable. Will they fight for their relationship or will things become too overwhelming for this couple? Will they get a chance for an HEA? Read this book to find out. I found myself falling in love with the characters of Skye and Edward with each chapter that I read. I also loved that some of the other characters that appear are brought forward from the previous books. You find out what has been going on in their lives since last you read about them. This is a wonderfully written book with an amazing plot and characters. I would highly recommend reading it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laura Furutahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLaura Furuta2018-10-29 11:51:162018-10-29 12:09:12Must Be Crazy (Darling Cove Book 3) By Deborah Garland – Review by Laura Furuta
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