Toby Dorr is an amazing author to come forward with her side of the story. It must be hard for years to hold in all this and make a story of it. I give you 5 stars for that because it might not be easy. This story made me feel like loved it and did not agree with it. Love will always conquer any struggles in life and love will do crazy things but to free a person who needs to reflect in life, I have to put that down. This story did touch my heart because all she wanted to do is to be with her love and he did too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-23 09:44:372023-06-29 07:35:50Living with Conviction: A True Crime Memoir by Toby Dorr – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Book 1 was amazing leading to drama, secrets, mystery, and suspense. Seeing how the world of Alda was falling apart because the 55 seals were being broken now in the 2nd book leads us off to find out more about the secrets and how the world is being controlled and how the Black Gnarls are getting their strength. Russell Archey did an amazing job on both books.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-21 10:44:592023-06-29 07:27:48Ghosts of Alda (The Obscured Throne Trilogy Book 2) by Russell Archey – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Russell Archey has got my mind in all these little stories about the world Alda that needs saving from this Sinster entity called Obscure Throne. Hearing that every magical creature is leaving Alda behind is sad. Reflecting on this world and Biblical stories evil also tries to dominate something that good has created for those who want to be part of it. But in stories like this one evil seems to be winning. If anyone likes fantasy stories this is a great book to seek the different sides of the story. 5 stars for creation and characters 4 stars for sadness
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-21 10:35:312023-06-29 07:27:42Ashes of Aldyr (The Obscured Throne Trilogy Book 1) by Russell Archey – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Nadija Mujagic, you are my favorite in this type of Psychology game mixed in with Thrills and mystery. I love it from the beginning to the end. Love how Mitch thought that he can control his past and buried his memories down but there is a trigger that will bring forth who one can be. The author had me at first but then there was to think about, like my study in psychology, there is more than one point of view in every thought of a killer never estimate who the victim or the killer can be.
Since I read The Crown of Stones Series, I loved this book because it gave me insight and was fully understandable. Troy only wanted to leave the past behind but when you have the need to get back in the game it is hard too. When Troy and his friends went out to this Isle their worst fear became a reality. The Author C.L. Schneider did an amazing job, Love this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-19 08:27:272023-06-19 15:07:36The Wandering Isles: A Crown of Stones Novella (Soulbound Journeys Book 1) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
5 out 5 stars and 5 out 5 chili peppers I have to say I love what the author Liza Snow did in this book. Wonderful characters and I love the attention to them. Can that really be any more spicy in this book? I love Cassandra and Chandler the chemicals are real for these two but can that keep the fire burning? When I read it I was like OMG… Teacher and student relationship too hot.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-15 14:11:402023-06-19 11:25:36Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
After reading the Prequel of Isla Vanughn I understand book 2. I love how Riley will always protect her mom but at times is hard when Cole tries to take her attention away. In the book, it was when Riley wanted Cole to accept what he is dying for but his man ego does not allow it. Riley tries hard to get this game to the next level.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-05 13:48:272023-06-06 17:53:58Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
I can’t believe what the author Isla Vaughn did in this series. I read the other one but this one Damon is the lead in Hidden Valley. Hot and plays hard, Damon only has eyes for one person and that is Sky, but Sky only wants to help her friend Gia to go out with Damon. Caught in the middle Sky tries hard not to be in the way but Damon wants her badly…
Isla Vaughn did it again to keep me coming back for more. I recommend her books to anyone.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-06-05 13:37:082023-06-06 17:56:02Brutal Days (Hidden Valley Elite Book 3) by Isla Vaughn – Review by CHARLENE GONZALEZ
Tam DeRudder did an amazing job on 4 and reading 5, I love it. The main character has a different setting than the other one. Here we have Garrett chancing dreams and leaving true love and Olivia working hard to become someone in Hollywood but love is not on her list since she does not know to trust him again. Garrett becomes a rock star and leaves behind love, but sometimes love does have its way to come back but not the same as before. Olivia looking to make herself well known in Hollywood but fate had different plans for her, of course, love is hard to trust at this point especially when he does not get it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-25 13:08:562023-05-30 07:50:03Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
I am not a fan of hot and spicy novels but this one and the other one as well, all I say is OMG! Tam the author did an amazing job with these two characters Adam and Cristy.
I love how there are two sides to every story and Tam did a wonderful job on this. Adam’s side is mad crazy over Cristy, a hot, stiletto with a rock as a voice. When I read further I knew that she was hiding something that it made Adam want more. Now on Cristy side of the story, she wanted Adam for herself but when I kept on reading I scream when she let herself to him. But she does not let him 100% because of her deep secret.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-25 12:50:532023-05-30 07:49:56Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Susan Specht Oram did another amazing job. I highly recommend this one too if you are into thieves and thrills. Jasmine is the type of person who won’t give up a fight but things get closer together hard choices become reality. What I love about this character is that she will not stop to save the ones she cares for and she will do anything to do it..
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-22 13:04:002023-05-30 07:25:58The Thieves (The Millersville Series Book 2 ) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Amazing books especially if it has different series. The character Miranda kept me on my feet knowing that she wanted peace in her life from her memories, she found terror and mystery. The author Susan Specht Oram did an amazing job keeping me on the edge and trying to solve a mystery. I also read the other series as well and wow. I do recommend this book if you are interested in mystery, thriller, and psychological stories.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-22 12:54:082023-05-30 07:20:50Cabin Eight (The Millersville Series Book 3) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
In this kind of Novel, I love when the character feels like the happy ending is at the beginning of the story. I thought that too when I read the part about Lauren falling in Love with Mitch at six years old. I was like aww that is cute but that really never happens, does it? But like any other story fairy tales only last for a while especially for Lauren and Mitch. I truly did not like how Mitch can do that to her. Treating her like a queen and then like nothing. I am glad that Lauren kept on going and not letting Mitch ruin her, but that is what I thought. Poor Lauren towards more at the end of the story reality hits harder for Lauren when her hard-working restaurant went down in flames and her marriage. I never thought that I can feel her pain until that happened to her, letting her emotions take the best of her into gabbling her life away. An amazing story that I would recommend to anyone but start with the 1st book. The author did an amazing job, it kept my eyes watery for most of it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-05 07:31:562023-05-12 13:07:25I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
This is my second book that it had me on my toes. I can’t believe Madeline was so clever and had ways to get to the bottom of things. Madeline is one tough cookie but it seems like she had her own secrets as well or that only me… I love this book because it has action coming from everywhere. This type of book that keeps you in the story is one of a kind. I am curious though how the Author Cynthia came up with this story because every page had its own secret and the more I read the more I had to reread to put the pieces together.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-03 07:28:452023-05-12 12:32:05Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8 ) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
I give this Author 5 stars because this book has taught me that life can be scary and not all the time are peaceful. What Wylie was dreaming was a moment in life when he had to make a difference before life catches up to him. Not my type of book but it is a way of learning that you have to chance after dreams because sometimes life is too short. For Wylie, the hunter was life too short but his dreams can be the cause of this life-changing and a moment that he has to be out of his comfort zone.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-01 13:51:212023-05-03 13:49:03Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
So, this last one got me itching to know who in the world can do this to Troy. But Troy wants to save those whom he cares for but the new High King is not allowing him to do this instead making everything hard for him, Troy was left out and now he had to go back in time to seek help and wisdom. The author did an amazing job. I had to read all 3 series to see and understand the whole story.
Amazing story by C.L. Schneider, when I first saw this book, I was not quite sure if this fit in my likes but a couple of chapters took me to a whole new level. Troy is an amazing character but so much in his hands after he took The Crown of Stones in his hands. Like they always told me be careful about what you wish for, in this case, he was not careful and the past to the present and the future realms are coming after him. Troy was not wise enough to stay away but now he sees what he wants and it is to use the power to save the realms. To continue to the 2nd book…
2ND BOOK, I can’t believe this happened to Troy. I was shocked that they took his power and even his memory. When I read that Troy will do anything to be the one person he was, but time is getting harder for him because all the people he cared for are suffering and his old enemy Draken became the High King. Towards the middle, Troy realizes that he has more scars on his body, and when he started seeking answers it leads to more secrets and more truth to his inheritance.
Another amazing book from Isla Vaughn, putting Reily and Cole back at the spot where all begins for these two enemies and lovers to start their Senior Year battling to survive. But when the fire starts burning the desire does keep growing in Cole to find who Reily is. The funny thing that happens at that time is that their parents meet up and become very close to each other. I love this series where secret admires to enemies to lovers. I can’t wait to read the next book. Honesty I love the prequel because it helped me to see who they are and what will come of them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-04-25 18:09:172023-04-28 13:20:24Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
I never thought I was going to be into short series like this one but I have to say I was drawn into Riley and Cole from the start. The author Isla Vaughn did an amazing job! Who knew that a woman like Riley can hold so long her V-Card (funny way to say her precious gift)? Love it how Cole, a hot guy like him can get any girls he wants was drawn into Riley but they were enemies from the start funny life, but love has its way.
So, I am in shock. Never thought that traveling can be an eye-opener to the truth. Well for Dan, losing life and family he never thought there was truth in the road than at his own home. I was feeling weird at first about the book (in a good way, don’t get me wrong) then when I found out that Dan was missing something in life that made him think about his relationship with his wife that changed the ball game for me because after a while reading into the long drive in the road with Jake that clicked. It is funny that sometimes to know the truth you have to take a ride and see where that leads you. 5 stars for the Author because life is all about taking chances and taking a long drive to clear your mind and that is what Dan did.
The author did another amazing job on this story. Who knew that Brandon and Callie would have this chemistry together? I love how Callie looked at Brandon with this desire and looked at him like art or even more. This relationship was a crazy one because in between the steam was Callie’s bother and Brandon is his best friend. Talk about a roller coaster for Callie. This book had me to the top with wanting to know what would happen. Amazing story from the Author can’t wait to read the next series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-04-09 13:03:312023-04-17 12:23:17His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
An amazing story of both sides of love being a failure, but crazy how Rea’s best friend has to be part of this crazy love and wants to be part of the ride. Dean never cared when he was dumped at the church and Rae had never wanted to do with love in the beginning since her mom had problems but like they say love will always find its way back to you and will bring a whole lot of problems. Brandon is longing to be with Rae but does not know how or when to put himself out there.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-03-17 14:34:472023-03-20 09:04:15Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Amazing story by Nadija Mujagic. Love how psychology was applied to this story mixed with thrill and suspense. I was on my toes to see where the life of Sam will bring her when she tries and tries to overcome many trials of life. Now that she starts the Exchange it takes her to another spin of life to get someone back to her. Just because life does not your plan does not mean you take the easy path. 5 thumbs up to Nadija.
I never thought I was going to be into short series like this one but I have to say I was drawn into Riley and Cole from the start. The author Isla Vaughn did an amazing job! Who knew that a woman like Riley can hold so long her V-Card (funny way to say her precious gift)? Love it how Cole, a hot guy like him can get any girls he wants was drawn into Riley but they were enemies from the start funny life, but love has its way.
This was the first longest series that I had to read. I was traveling to the past and the future saving the world and fighting the evil force who in fact can change everything. After finishing the first book I was confused about what was going on but towards the middle of the book I got the idea of what was happening. Basically, the first book was about the characters and what was happening to the MultiVerse. The second book was more in detail about the situation at hand it was up to the college student to find the treasure that will help to fight the enemy. In this part, I like how some religion is included but not details. Love how the author used each skill and character that suit them. I really what to know more about the reptilian humanoid because my husband for some reason will love to know more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-02-10 12:26:222023-02-13 09:00:53Journeys Through Collection: Volumes 1-3 by James Talisman – Review by charlene gonzalez
See the second book was amazing and pager turner. This last book was somewhat sad because of the fact that Elizabeth’s sister is missing and her best friend happens the same thing and still, Lila’s detective skills are at the tip of the point to know who the killer is. If only Elizabeth does not get in the way.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-02-01 22:52:052023-02-10 08:31:27Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3) by Winter Austin Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Wow, Winter Austin has me wanting to get the 1st book in this series. Give me chills towards the middle of the book. Poor Lila can’t get the shaking fear that the killer is somewhere watching her every move. I don’t like the fact that Elizabeth used Lila to lure the killer to her knowing that she wants to be free of fear. Funny thing that I live close to Chicago LOL.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-02-01 22:48:462023-02-10 08:31:34Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #2) by Winter Austin Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Sadly, I had to read the 2nd part of Byrd Nash’s novel. I have to say this is different from my other likes of mystery and murder crimes. Elinor is a medium who finally took a break from solving crime and ended up with another solving crime in which a King is a target. Funny is that the chef is the one that is the problem and using food to kill the King. I recommended this to my teen kids who love to a good mystery book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-01-23 07:52:312023-01-27 08:19:23Delicious Death (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
After reading book 2 and 1 back to back, there is a lot of times Elinor shows humor in her investigation. Elinor wants to seek the truth in the murder of her father but the Duke always gets in the way of her case.
My kids love Nash mystery novels ever since I bought the 2nd book for them.
I love these types of books where the characters are going through rough times but there is always someone who can change that person.
Royce a hot and living on the edge of life has never meant his one person who can change all that, but destiny can change that for him in a heart where he never knew his friend will become the one to change all of that for him.
Then we have Michelle Yates who runs from her monster and takes a new life to see the world and the beauty that offers her. What she doesn’t know is that her friend is her hero and the one that slays the monster of her life.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2022-12-30 10:34:282023-04-19 18:18:46The Daredevil (WaterFyre Rising Book 2) by Nadia Han – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
I am not a great fan of Mythical history with Greek gods, but I was amazed at this story turned out. Knowing that it was the 3rd book in Luciana Servant of the Gods series, I might have to get the 1st book to fully get into the adventure with Evan and to see what happens in the beginning.
I love fantasy books and this one hit the spot where it took greek gods to another level for me.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2022-12-14 12:53:182022-12-19 09:43:50Minotaur’s Lair (Servant of the Gods Book 3) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
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Living With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering Choices by Toby Dorr
