This book is book 2 in the Love on Tap series, and is a great addition. While it does overlap with the end of book one a bit, it can absolutely be read as a standalone, but I don’t think you will want to let these characters go any more than I did. Carter was on a rising path in the world of politics in Washington, D.C. until he hears something he shouldn’t have, and is forced to flee to the safety of his hometown and content himself with working in his family’s brewery and bar, though he is far less than happy with this outcome. Sunny is a librarian in a small library, and while she may have her rough spots, her name is generally very fitting for her personality. When Carter’s investigation into the situation that made him run from D.C. throws them together, along with Sunny’s grandfather, danger seems to be around every corner, until it can be deal with, once and for all. This is a guaranteed happily ever after, with plenty of wit, heart and drama to keep you reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2023-07-09 13:23:212023-07-17 07:02:01Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Candice Estes
This is a sequel to a previous book by this author, but it can be read as a standalone. I have not read the first book, but did not feel like I was missing much in the way of context. This book will keep you guessing at first, and then on the edge of your seats from there. Gabriela Martinez is a very talented illustrator, mother and wife. She is also in grave danger due to a manuscript that she is auctioning off in an effort to raise money for a children’s charity run by her cousin, a priest in California. When she refuses to sell her manuscript ahead of the auction to a man who has decided that he is entitled to it, he puts her life, as well as that of her children, in danger. When a former protector and lover from years past, Richard Harrison, learns of the issues, he immediately flies from him home in London to protect Gabriela with everything he has. This book takes place in Los Angeles, California and London, England in 1997, which allows for some of today’s tech to be left out, allowing for greater freedom in how the story plays out. This is an excellent read that makes me want to go back and read book 1!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2023-07-09 13:05:372023-07-17 07:01:54The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Candice Estes
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/148021433-house-of-arsceneaux” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”House of Arsceneaux” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1683214264l/148021433._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/148021433-house-of-arsceneaux”>House of Arsceneaux</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13502692.Caterina_Novelliere”>Caterina Novelliere</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5679657023″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> First I really enjoyed how there was a page just for terminology being used in the book, so you could refer back to what words or sayings mean.<br />Love the fact that it takes place in New Orleans, and that it feels more like an old vampire story. This is a love story of Caitlin and Gage (or Evariste) that has spanned for centuries.<br />Caitlin is an independent woman, she works for her guardian. Gage is a grouchy businessman. He believes Caitlin is his dead wife come back to life. You follow the story through, you get to meet death, and Lilith, four horseman. There’s so many wonderful characters. Caitlin is a bada** who goes through centuries of find her love, loosing him. A family battle that has also spawned for centuries. I LOVE this book!! <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/6813301-tori”>View all my reviews</a>
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What a great story about Craig and Annie. And we get to see Vivian and Aiden from book 1 (not needed to read this one but you’ll want to anyways)
These 2 fought against their feelings every step of the way until the very end. I loved that Annie was passionate about what she was doing and wanting to do it all on her own but knew she needed a little help with marketing.
I loved that these characters felt real and down to earth and not overly done. I could feel the small town vibe and the love for one another between the families and friends. Can’t wait for the next one!
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Recommended for ages 12+ its a fantasy PG romance mentions of war and familial arguments.
The sisterhood of secrets is apart of the gods of scion series. However, I feel this book in particular can be read as a stand-alone since it’s focus is on a acolyte and his love interest.
This book is strongly focused on world building and intricate details explaining the landscape. It’s told in 4 POV transferring between people can be a bit rocky but in other times is done seamlessly.
It took approximately 8 chapters before I could discover the plot or a hint towards what the plot could be. Climaxing approximately halfway through the book, it seems to right itself but does not end on a cliff hanger. It does maybe leave an inkling that there could be another book that delves deeper into the princesses family secrets.
The sisterhood of secrets is based on a duchess who is in strife with her family because of her choice in love interest. Her love interest is another prince but also an acolyte. Learning to love each other outside the background noise of their two families. They must stand united when the duchess’s life is in danger. Will they win against the shadows ? Who has been spinning the lies and secrets in this web? I suppose we shall see what happens next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-07-09 10:46:122023-07-17 07:01:41The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Maikalani alexander
I just loved the dedication “ Dedicated to those who never got to say goodbye. Because the living is left to them “ this really hit home for me as I lost my mum and a very dear friend and I never got to say goodbye and I’d like to think I’m living my life in a way that honours them ❣️
Tessa met Simon on a Boeing 777 heading for La Gaurdia from Boston and it was an instant click …. I can’t really explain it but watching it unfold was magical
Tessa being an author lives life and what it throws in our way through the eyes of others , she observes and her writing is a mix of reality and fiction ….
Simon is a committed scientist dealing in facts so these 2 amazing peeps are like worlds apart yet they’re perfect for each other ❣️
They meet sporadically across the world over the years and what starts as stolen moments soon deepens and Simon takes a bold step but then tragedy strikes and my heart shatters for everyone involved , I stopped reading for a day just to pull myself together and once I gathered myself I dove back in and what an emotional rollercoaster it was and oh so beautiful 😍
Simon and Tessa fought hard for their happily ever after and what a privilege it’s been to be part of their journey ❣️📚
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This is such a sweet and beautiful book! I love the natural pictures that have the main characters of the story throughout! I feel like we get to see more of Israel than the brief images we may run across on the news or in passing from the media. This short picture book contains a rhyming explanation that’s sure to hold a child’s attention – as well as a small glossary/fun facts page to help caregivers explain terms used. By the end of the story, I feel like I’ve gained a little more curiosity about the country and really appreciate the differences between Israel and the place I come from.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Gonzalez2023-07-09 10:37:302023-07-17 07:01:24Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Amanda Gonzalez
Do you ever feel like you’re doing the right thing, just to have every choice you have made turn around and bite you in the butt?
Lizza has a pretty normal life. She loves to spend her time rescuing animals. Her father is a jack of all trades, doing jobs from being a cook to a financial advisor, but his newest decision is a taxidermist, which she absolutely hates. Her mother, stays at home with her 5 year old brother Theodore, who doesn’t talk much and has a habit of taking off his clothes. Her partner in crime, her best friends Brooklyn, do everything together. She borrows a ladder from Tona her neighbor with Brooklyn’s help. Brooklyn and Lizza go to change the number on her fathers billboard and her world is flipped upside down. Every choice she makes after feels like it will help her and her families life, turns out to be a mistake. when she finds out her dad purchased The hole in the rock house, built by her Great grandfather Albert her life does another flip and turn. Now her family will be living in the house blasted out of beautiful rock. She doesn’t want to live in a tourist trap. What can she do to get out of the situation, and not make things worse. Find out in Hole in the rock by Rebecca Bischoff.
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What a phenomenal story! Two young girls from opposite sides of the world become pen pals through a school assignment. They are total opposites, yet they encourage one another and inspire many people across two continents. This is a heartwarming lesson in love, loss, and finding one’s own voice. I will include this book in my classroom library.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Alison Risherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAlison Risher2023-07-09 08:20:162023-07-17 07:01:11Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Alison Risher
This is a dark Mafia Romance. I love these types of stories that are full of danger, Suspense, revenge and a hot and steamy romance and this book has all that and more. The author does an amazing job with the characters and their story. I loved how we got a complete back story to Salvatore which really helped me understand why he was so consumed with his need for revenge. After reading about all his struggles it is easy to understand why he grew up to be the way he is. Salvatore was orphaned and left alone and penniless when he was a child. He had to fight every day to survive. The only thing that kept fueling his drive was getting revenge on the man who put his family in that position Alessandro Giordano. The way Salvatore saw things to get revenge he would take something Alessandro adored and destroy it. That something was his daughter Serafina.
Serafina has grown up with a very protective family. All she wants is to spread her wings and be free. So when she meets a strong powerful man who offers her exactly that opportunity she doesn’t think twice before accepting and becoming his wife. But is Salvatore the Knight in shining armour or is he a devil in disguise? Is Serafina swapping one guilded cage for another? What happens if Salvatore’s plans for revenge change? If he falls for Serafina could he still use her in his plot for revenge against her father? It was a gripping story that I couldn’t put down. The story was fast paced and flowed really well.
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 Carr2023-07-09 08:10:462023-07-17 07:01:06Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Kerry Carr
Brace yourself for a laugh out loud kind of read and these are characters that become friends ❣️📚
Bailey and Dayton are brother and sister . Bailey has flaws and Dayton has taken it upon himself to “ fix” her flaws which I get to a degree but at the same time I just want to clip him around the ear because live should be unconditional. Bailey works at a frozen yoghurt / ice cream parlor called Froyo , her work friend Marnie has a “ gift” she believes she can match up couples by their choice of frozen yogurt, ice cream and toppings and while I think she may have a magic touch she really had me in stitches at times and she’s a really good friend to Bailey 🫶🏼
Then there’s our local odd ball Tanner who I should say is a good reminder of do not judge a book by its cover , he’s actually a real sweetheart and quite easy on the eye 😉with a heart of gold and one of my favourites ❣️
When the parlour is in trouble they all stand together to save it , which says alot about our little Froyo family and it’s visitors ❣️
I loved that words like “ nincompoop “ are used 🤣I enjoyed copious amounts of frozen delights and their adds ons 🥰 and Bailey I love you just the way you are ! You are uniquely you flaws and all x
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2023-07-09 06:48:172023-07-17 07:00:59Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper – Review by Heidi Sturgess
So I really wanted to love this story but honestly it was a struggle for me. My biggest issue was the marriage between the two. She was sixteen and felt the wedding night felt like child porn. Blech! I skipped past this scene. The rest is very slow moving with broody characters. All the introspect and such was just not for me. I was also expecting a lot of mafia jazz and again its very minimal. The story focuses on the connection between the two. So after all that what did I like? The family development between the two rival families. This is a good love story with angsty moments. The secondary character I really got to know them more than just a little bit. I have read other nooks by this author and really enjoyed them but this one did not fit that bill for me.
If you want in depth characters with a lot of thinking in their heads this one’s for you. I am interested in Dante and Gi’s story.
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 Helmick2023-07-09 06:37:242023-07-17 07:10:03Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Lisa Helmick
This is a good story that drew me in slowly. I think its the whole siblings running a vineyard and knowing all of their stories will be coming. I really liked Laurent. He seems down to earth, kind and easily forgives. I actually felt sorry for him different times throughout the story. Phoebe is so frustrating! She is so nice to him them leaves like a thief in the night time after time. Luckily for her that Laurent is a forever kind of guy and his heart is set on her.
The secondary characters are great. The town-folk to the siblings and friends. I feel there are some amazing upcoming stories. They all have a wonderful camaraderie with each other.
This is a good story that grew on me. At times it seemed a little slow and I admittedly skipped forward to the conversations when the author was scene setting or reminiscing with characters. I do look forward to more in this series.
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 Helmick2023-07-09 06:33:242023-07-17 07:09:56A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Lisa Helmick
Brutal Days was intense and angst-filled. It was full of love, spice, romance and dramatic. I loved following Damon and Sky’s story. Personally, I would read the stories/books in order for the best experience of the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Robbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Robb2023-07-09 03:28:372023-07-17 07:09:50Brutal Days (Hidden Valley Elite Book 3) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Stephanie Robb
Brutal Nights was intense and angst-filled. It was full of love, spice, romance and dramatic. I loved following Damon and Sky’s story. Personally, I would read the stories/books in order for the best experience of the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Robbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Robb2023-07-09 03:19:402023-07-17 07:09:44Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Stephanie Robb
When I first meet Angelo he just won my heart , this was my introduction “ Watching someone you love get their heart broken time after time and not being able to take away their pain is crippling.” I could identify with him as a friend and as a parent I’ve been in this position but there’s so much more to this beautiful person ….
Angelo fell in love with Lucia at a very young age and their lives have been intertwined since childhood, they’re always together at school and at university but Angelo is older than her so his first and foremost role in her life is protector so naturally she wants him to be her first but he turns her down but girl his heart is in the right place 🤔🥰
Angelo has the voice of an angel but instead of following his heart to have a career in music he goes into the business world of accounting and he plays music on the side 🥰
Life throws Lucia a curveball and she heads home and home is not a place but a person Angelo receives her with open arms and is ready to walk a difficult journey with her … there’s loss , love , tears and some very real moments 🫶🏼
I loved how the families mould together and the love and support shared amongst them , I did get frustrated at times with Angelo and Lucia but the road to HEA is never going to be easy it 🤔 I loved every moment of being part of their journey and I’ll warn you in advance , keep the Kleenex stock on hand and make sure you have some comfort food ❣️📚😉
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2023-07-09 03:05:242023-07-17 07:09:37Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Heidi Sturgess
This unique picture book takes us through Israel with engaging rhymes and colourful pictures. I would highly recommend this book for all ages to experience the streets of Israel in a distinctive way.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Robbhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Robb2023-07-09 02:27:452023-07-17 07:09:31Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Stephanie Robb
This book is such a refreshing way to celebrate teachers, especially when the world is making their jobs more difficult. I can say from personal experience that teachers have full plates, and that we are humans. All teachers are different and act differently. I love how the story includes various ways that teachers look, act, and care about students. This book would be a great back to school gift for any teacher. I could also see this being a wonderful gift for elementary education graduates.
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A very sweet dedication to teachers everywhere! This book shows that teachers have their students in their hearts all the time. I know many teachers and this book describes them all perfectly. This book should be given to all children as they enter primary school. A kids should reference it often!
I have absolutely loved this entire series, honestly, enough that I will likely read again soon! I do not do that often, so that speaks volumes for this series and author!
Brutal Nights is a continuation of Damon and Sky’s story. I’m captivated from the very start with each book and this one was no different. There is so much drama, heat, and angst in this book, Damon and Sky might just be my favorite couple from this series. I am and always will be a sucker for the bully romance trope. Please, if you are a fan of this genre, do yourself a favor and read this series, you will not be disappointed!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshly2023-07-09 00:33:182023-07-17 07:09:14Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Ashly Renner
In this poignant, sweet romance, Natalie and Anthony realize that they are missing something, each other. They are parents, business owners, the mayor, friends, siblings, children to their parents….but there seems to be a title missing. Husband and wife. It seems like they have forgotten that part.
Natalie constantly feels that she is failing with her children, her job, her responsibilities as the Mayor’s wife, and even failing herself. The biggest problem is that she can’t remember when she was Anthony’s wife. When he looked at her this morning as she stripped her chocolate stained shirt of to bathe their daughter, she realized that it has been waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy too long since that has happened. She can’t remember the last time she saw him shirtless, much less naked.
Anthony has such big shoes to fill. Since his father was Mayor before him, Anthony feels the weight of his father’s shadow everywhere. Throw in trying to be a good dad, a decent son, an okay brother to a sister he doesn’t understand, a friend, Anthony forgot that he needs to be a good husband. Natalie is his everything. She is an amazing mom, a true support, and a better partner than he deserves. It takes a morning disaster for Anthony to realize that he needs to be better, do better.
When Anthony’s father asks him to take Natalie out to their summer house and pack it up to get it ready to sell, Anthony sees this opportunity to get some time with his wife. To finally have time to talk to her. To reconnect. After an almost perfect week, Anthony and Natalie come back ready to recommit to their marriage and lives. Anthony thinks he has found the perfect way to show Natalie this, a surprise 10th anniversary party. The only problem?? Anthony sucks at keeping secrets. He screws everything up. He is on the verge of losing Natalie and now must rely on friends to help, something he has never been good at doing. Will she forgive him? Or will this be the final straw that drives Natalie away?
This was a smash addition to this series about 2nd chances at love. The emotions that Natalie and Anthony felt were so real and raw. Anyone that has been in a relationship for 10 years or more knows what they were going through. Sometimes you just know that person is going to be there and you just forget to nurture them and the bond. Beautiful story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00M Policicchiohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngM Policicchio2023-07-08 23:38:372023-07-17 07:09:08Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by M Policicchio
Smooth Hoperator is the second book in the Love on Tap series by Sylvie Stewart. This was such a fun romcom with witty banter, chemistry, sizzle, antics, endearing zany characters, family, friendship, animal antics, drama, grumpy vs sunshine, finding love unexpectedly, and emotion. The humour, antics, drama, and zaniness were nicely balanced by the emotional aspects of the story, as well as some sweet and tender touches. I loved Cash and Hollis in the first book and so I was really looking forward to this second instalment in this fabulous series. I think it may have just eclipsed the first book for me, and I loved every second of Sunny and Carter’s story. The ending has left me anticipating what Ms. Stewart might have in store for us in the next instalment- bring on Book #3!! If you love a great romcom with endearing characters, emotion, and lots of laughs- then I highly recommend this book and series…. Happy Reading!
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This was a really gripping story from the very beginning! The author takes you on a thrill ride into the mind of the main character Mitch. Reading from his point of view is disturbing at times but that makes the book that much more interesting. Throughout the book I thought I had figured out what was going on and then by the end realized I had no idea. This story completely took me by surprise. The author did such a good job writing this story and taking you on a deep dive into the character’s mind. This was such a great page turner that I was not expecting. I read this book in a few hours because I could not put it down. I will definitely be looking into their other books!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2023-07-08 23:28:392023-07-17 07:08:55The Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Carla Clemmons
This was a great 5 star read. Once I started I finished pretty quickly. I really enjoyed this story and characters. My emotions were all over the place. The author does a great job of pulling you in with her writing. Heath is missing something from his life and Grace just might be the person he is looking for. But they come from two different worlds. Can Heath convince Grace to give him a chance? Overall I enjoyed these two, I had LOL moments at the bantering. All of the characters added a great element to the story. It was nice seeing some from previous books. This book can be read as a stand alone but I suggest starting with book one. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-07-08 23:09:122023-07-17 07:08:49Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Michelle Austin
The Misery House is the first book in The House on the Hill series by David Duane Kummer. This book marks the start of a three-book series that promises lots of chills. This story had me intrigued from the moment I saw the cover and I didn’t have to know anything else before I snapped up a copy and dove right in to discover what happens. This has all the ingredients that I love to find in an engrossing story… -psychological thriller -peaceful small town -small-minded townsfolk -prejudices -a creepy old house -urban legends -fear -tension -horror -high stakes -investigation -sinister feel -intensity -mystery -suspense The only thing that I felt would have made this even better was I would have liked the story to have had a bit better flow, as it did seem to get bogged down at times which gave it a choppy feel. But this ends on a bit of a cliffhanger that will lead us into the next book- so I am intrigued to continue the story in Book #2. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-07-08 23:03:562023-07-17 07:08:43The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book #1) by David Kummer – Review by Angela Hayes
I’m happy to say it’s time we returned to Buckeye Falls. Falling Again is the third book in this series and probably my favorite. The way this book played out is different but felt so real. I understand that what the author wrote is fiction, but it’s very relatable. Being a workaholic myself I understand how one could get lost in their work and distance themselves from what matters most. It’s also easier said than done to overcome that hurdle to create balance. That’s exactly what these characters are doing in this story. Natalie and Anthony are the face of the town, and though everyone believes they are perfect they truly are struggling inside. This book takes them on a path of self discovery for why they got married in the first place. To find their spark that’s been lost the last few years. Which is why I said it’s relatable, marriage isn’t easy. But you need to make sure there’s balance. Work life and home life, communication, physical activities, because if you lose all that why stay together. Some people choose that time to walk away, others find a way to try and fight through before giving up. And that’s exactly what these two characters do, they fight to find a way. Unfortunately something happens that deters that whole effort. Is it too late to fix it? The drama that unfolds will have you rooting for the grumpy mayor from the previous two books to come out on top. I hope this isn’t the end of this series and there’s more to come, because it’s one of my favorites.
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-Finnie2023-07-08 22:43:422023-07-17 07:08:36Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Beverly Finnie
Amazing psychological thriller. Grabbed me right from the beginning and kept me turning pages and wanting more, I didn’t want to put it down. Great suspense and good plot twists to keep you guessing. Characters are very well written. Remember this is the book one in a series, so definitely a cliffhanger. I can’t wait for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Toni Sellershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngToni Sellers2023-07-08 22:23:552023-07-17 07:08:30The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Toni Sellers
The moment the book starts you know it will be filled with passion. Caitlin, must go to New Orleans on business instead of vacation; Evariste owns the company that Caitlin is inspecting. From the first moment the two interact, there is instant connection. Evariste knows that fate had to bring Caitlin to him as she appears to be his late wife. Caitlin doesn’t understand her intense attraction. This was an intense book with constant surprises. If you’re looking for a great fantasy with wonderful character development, definitely pick this book up.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Glaspiehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Glaspie2023-07-08 22:14:592023-07-17 07:08:19House of Arsceneaux (Servants of Morrigan: Immortal Creatures) by Caterina Novelliere – Review by Amanda Glaspie
This is an interesting collection of stories. They give a new look into fairy tales. You will recognize many of the characters that give these stories a helping hand. They will remind you of tales that you heard as a child and when magic ruled. The author has brought the old and familiar into the present day. It was nice to see the way the stories evolved and tied together. I enjoy reding new and updated fairytales and this collection had some engaging reads. Some stories and characters stood out more than others abut as a whole this collection was a good read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Gabrielle Leehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngGabrielle Lee2023-07-08 22:01:572023-07-17 07:08:13When Magic Calls: A Collection of Modern Fairy Tales by Caitlin Berve – Review by Gabrielle
Wow, David Kummer has made it on my favorite authors list for sure with this book. I can not wait to read the other books in the series! A psychological thriller full of suspense and twists. I could not tell what the secrets were until they were revealed. Just can not brag enough about this story and how well David told it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-07-08 21:32:132023-07-17 07:08:07The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Tonya Merritt
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