I was pulled right into this story right from the beginning. I was ugly crying at what the Green Street Girls were going through. The author does a great job with her writing, I felt like I was right there with them.
We get to know Athena, Gwyn and Indigo. After the loss of their 4th sister each of the girls are dealing with things. Athena is the one that has suffered the biggest loss and is reeling from it. Why does everyone keep leaving her?
Tru is a professional pool player, he was taught from a very young age how to play. While at a tournament he meets Athena. Can Tru convince her to see more of him or will she stick to one night?
Wow is all I can say about these women. I loved the direction this series is going with the women and I can’t wait to read more from this series. All of the characters added a great element to the story. Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster. If you’re looking for a great series with alpha females this is the one for you. 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 Austin2021-07-31 00:06:082021-08-03 10:42:19Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Michelle Austin
N.D. Jackson created Bared with a focus on Athena from the Green Street Girls series.. A riveting opening with Athena promising her best friend Charlie that she would live a real-life, no matter how painful it could be. Athena successfully becomes an owner of several nightclubs throughout the world and is opening a new club in Chicago that will be hosting the World Pool-Billiards Association’s Inaugural Tour of Champions. As Athena is preparing for a press conference, Trumball “Tru” shows up early for the tournament. From the start, the two are drawn to one another and get along well in conversation. The only issue that came between them was the internal fear of trusting anyone that Athena had. Despite all of his efforts to get her to open up, Tru is left wondering why she didn’t trust him. Tru divulged all of his past and even allows Athena into his personal life with his mother but this does nothing to get her to open up. One evening, as they are approaching Athena’s home there is a man waiting. The encounter is one that changes every part of the relationship.
This is an excellently executed story that addresses’ loyalty, trust, and even racial issues are lightly touched on. Athena comes across as a tough as nails person, but her inner emotions are conflicted after losing Charlie. While she tried to prove to everyone that she continued on with life by having one night flings, skydiving, and parties in her clubs, she never really lets anyone in. Tru, while having been hurt in a past relationship, seemed to be more open and honest. If looking for a romance novel with a strong female lead, then Bared by N.D. Jackson will fit perfectly.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Runyonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Runyon2021-07-30 22:56:252021-08-03 10:18:34Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Stephanie Chapman
A promise to a best friend on her deathbed Athena swears to put her hurtful past behind her and to live a life that she deserves and that her friend won’t get to live. Athena feels she is doing just that while her other two best friends, Gwyn, and Indigo, beg to differ. She puts all her passion into building her empire, making sure her clubs run smoothly, quick one night stands, and building high, super thick, hard as steel walls around her heart. Trust Tru, young, youthful, and sexy as hell to bring all her steel walls down around her ears. A man in town for a billiards tournament threatens to tear through every defense, and distancing mechanism she holds dear. I enjoyed every steamy, grab you by the heartstrings moment of this book. It pulls you in and makes Tru and Athena so real you feel like they could jump right off the page as you feel every emotion with them. Bared is the perfect title for this as these two literally bared their souls to each other and promised to work through past hurts and I was here for every minute of it. I look forward to reading more of this series and the other girls and seeing where life takes this group.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Micalahhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMicalah2021-07-30 21:00:252021-08-03 10:11:35Bared (A Green St Girls Romance) by N. D. Jackson- Review by Micalah Weatherholtz
If your looking for your next amazing read then look no further then Bared. By N.D. Jackson. This book had me captured from the very beginning and was written in such a brilliant way that it made me feel like I was dealing with the same situations that the characters where. The book is full of friendship, success, power and so much more that you can’t help but fall in love with it. The main characters are alpha females succeeding in a alpha male world and it has to be one of the most empowering stories that I have ever read. N.D. Jackson gives us a fantastic plot line, powerful characters, and so much more that I can’t wait for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Corbinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Corbin2021-07-30 20:23:042021-08-03 09:31:15Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Stephanie Nicole
Such a deliciously exciting romance. Characters that have intense chemistry but also have secrets from their past that must be dealt with. Strong feminine characters make for great novels because she maintains that strength as she also shows some of her vulnerability. She has a strong supportive group of friends that are their for her that make sure to stay in contact. This was such a wonderful novel because it had such a realistic taste of relationships and we got to watch them build and grow. Highly recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2021-07-30 15:29:302021-07-31 07:30:55Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Shelly Kittell
If you’re looking for a feel-good, goose bump filled, happy and nerve-wracking slow burning love story, grab this novel and get cozy! I was itching for an easy read when I elected to pick up this book, and I really am very glad that I did. I found that I really enjoyed the way that the story is told, making sure to give you information on all the characters involved in the main story line, and teasing you with more info, which has me hoping that there will be a second novel, with even more ‘feel good vibes.’ Though I kept waiting for the second shoe to drop, likely from the books I have been reading, this story is all happiness, though does have its very relatable issues between Chloe and Chris, and the others, that arise now and again. I am very excited to read more by Stacey Komosinski, thank you for this happily-ever-after read. I will be recommending this read to others!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00AimstoReadhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAimstoRead2021-07-30 07:50:512021-07-31 07:11:59Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Amy Brennan
Bared is the first book in the Green St. Girls series by N.D Jackson. I have loved reading N.D Jackson’s other books, so when I saw this, I snapped up a copy and dove right in to see what she had in store for us this time. It is a great read- a contemporary romance- with wonderful characters. The story had all the ingredients to keep me avidly reading- and before I knew it I had devoured the whole story- in one sitting. As expected, N.D Jackson writes beautifully- her descriptive details brought the story to life- the characters especially are really well developed, complex, and quite endearing. I loved meeting Athena and the rest of the Green St. Girls- add Tru to the mix and the story really shines! Can’t wait for more. Bring on Book #2! A great start to a new series! 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 Hayes2021-07-29 23:45:492021-07-31 07:00:58Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Angela Hayes
This is Book 2 in the Cadence Defined series, a novel about a second chance love story which picks up 17 years after the first book ends. Although there is a large time gap between novels, Willink maintains her characters personalities throughout their developing timelines.
I listened to the audio book and both narrators did an awesome job; great chemistry and performance! Having two narrators helped to keep events and conversations separated, as without words to follow it can get mixed up in your mind.
Willink has created a great developing plot, which is easy to follow if you haven’t read/listened to Book 1. Reading Book 1 will give you more insight to the characters past and how they were as young adults.
Be prepared that there are firm political views that arise, which were hard not to skip, but other than that Willink has delivered yet again!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00S. Bittleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngS. Bittles2021-07-29 15:51:322021-07-31 07:25:41Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by S. Bittles
Bared: A Green St Girls Romance by N.D. Jackson is, at its heart, a story about great friendships and how strong connections mean everything. I loved that, even though the story was about Athena and Tru, it was about all four women as well. It felt like you really connected with them and for me they made the whole story. This is an author that I have become more familiar with recently and I love her writing style. Each book feels distinctly different from the last I read and I enjoy that about her work. This is a great overall book and I am looking forward to whatever comes next.
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 Baker2021-07-29 14:57:132021-07-30 20:34:31Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker
Despite her best efforts to keep her heart encased in a fortress, Athena finds herself giving up morsels of herself to Tru between steamy hookups and sharp-witted banter. The pair find themselves the center of attention among Athena’s friends, who are concerned she’s given up finding joy in life for the comforts of self-reliance, and Tru’s mom, who wants to see her son settle down and have kids already. For Athena’s part, she’s still grieving her best friend’s death and trying to overcome emotional baggage she’s used to just running away from. For Tru’s part, he’s been toyed with before, and after spending some time together, is looking for more than just a fun time.
The author does a great job setting the scene and providing character development. This book has a strong, independent woman who isn’t looking for a hero, which is my favorite type of protagonist; Athena is self-made and only needs to battle her own past to overcome the obstacles in her way. I found the plot to be refreshing in that it wasn’t overly dark despite heavier topics (like grief and abandonment), there were healthy relationships between the characters, and the emotional rollercoaster that goes along with dating someone new was super relatable.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Wendy Waryhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngWendy Wary2021-07-29 12:54:172021-07-30 20:31:45Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Wendy Wary
I’ve never read any work by this author, so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect going into it, but I loved the cover, so I decided to pick it up and check it out. I’m glad that I did because it was a really good book. I love books about small towns because I’ve lived in one myself and know all to well how everyone knows everybody’s business. And that of course leads to all kinds of hilarious and fun stories. This was one of those reads and these “friends” that are so supportive of one another that it reminded me of the movie “Steel Magnolias”. I laughed so many times throughout this book because I could just imagine the scenes playing out in front of me. I really do hope that the author will continue this series because I would love to read more of the stories about all these characters. If you like funny, romantic, and steamy rom-coms then I highly recommend that you pick up this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karen Pearmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaren Pearman2021-07-29 12:34:522021-07-30 20:30:06Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Karen Pearman
Cadence Defined Audio Book by Dakota Willink is the second book in the Cadence Duet. This book picks up 17 years after the events in book one and really does need to be read in order.
I enjoyed how well the author transitioned the characters from young adults into grown people which complex lives and needs. When I started this book it was easy to keep the two separate. It took no time at all to be drawn back into Cadence and Fitz. Their journey was still anything but easy and to see how everything had played out so far was great.
I loved how easy it was for the characters to connect again. That bond was so strong.
I have really enjoyed everything about this duet. It was well written and emotional. The characters were engaging and had a depth to them that you don’t always see.
This is a brilliant series that I would highly recommend.
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 Baker2021-07-28 14:34:402021-07-29 07:26:49Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker
Cadence Defined is the second book in the Cadence Duet by Dakota Willink. These books need to be listened to in order, and they are both hot listening. This is true love with twists and turns. I like that the books were 17 years apart and the growth of the characters was amazing. This author is definitely a one click for me and I look forward to whatever is coming next.
Lacy Laurel and Zachary Webber did an excellent job with both books in this diet. They really brought the characters to life. I will also be watching for these two narrators in my upcoming audible listening pleasure.
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Bared is the first book in the Green St. Girls series by N.D. Jackson and is a enjoyable contemporary romance story. ND’s writing has an easy flow to it and has done a good job in keeping the reader engaged and being able to get lost in the story. The characters are well developed and complex and well written, that I was hooked from the very beginning so much, so I didn’t want to put down. ND has the knack for drawing you in and being able to feel exactly what the characters were going through. You will find yourself laughing, feeling sad, frustrated and the tension right along with them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2021-07-27 16:52:242021-07-28 07:52:35Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Jenni Bishop
How could I not fall in love with this book? The author had a talent I will say upfront on how to grasp the reader as well as make them feel EXACTLY what the characters are feeling. I felt so emotionally involved and I truly felt I was right there with the characters in the book.
This book was focused on a group of girls whom were friends, who needed one another as much as they strived to live. They called themselves The Green Street Girls. Instantly, I felt so connected to each of them, they all went at a time before anyone should have to endure, to survive on their own. They were one another’s hope and reason to stay strong as well as go on with every day. What they had been through, was really powerful in sense of how it made me feel. You felt those moments You felt those emotions. And you defiantly felt those hardships.
The girls Athena, Charlie, Gwyn & Indigo were all different but still very remarkable characters. Hardships had shaped their form to whom they are today. Especially Athena I would say. You can say she was in resemblance with a mule with terms when it came to her beliefs to love. She truly felt it was something not meant for her and it was just a load of crud basically. Truly my past self defiantly related to her.
This was everything she stood by with good reason, till Tru comes into her life. And everything she ever believed came into question. Plus she found someone that truly challenged her mind and her heart. It was indeed not all sugar canes and lollipops for when they first met and interacted. Athena knew though this was a different feeling, one even though how hard she tried she would not be able to let go or escape, no matter how hard she tried. They endure a lot together, Athena and Tru, I felt everything really. It was impossible not to feel their emptions or their pain or their stubbornness basically. I kept wanting more and I could not put this book down. It was good like eating a fresh chocolate strawberry. You could not stop at just one bite or in this case, one page turn.
I loved this book for everything it is. And I truly am already dying for the next books in the series. I really want to see what happens to the other girls and what life throws at them or tests them with. The novel was truly enjoyable and I loved being able to feel all the emotions this book brought on!
Highly recommend. Its really good and it certainly delivers an amazing story. It was my first read by this author, now I must go obtain all their other books 🙂
Again, truly had a great time reading this novel 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-07-27 14:15:352021-07-28 07:48:47Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Oh my goodness, what an emotional rollercoaster this book is! I cried, laughed, had a few heart to hearts with myself, and smiled-a lot. Oddly enough, it also had me looking up a recipe for duck lasagna.
I love a good heart wretcher and this book delivered. The story was woven so well that I was grieving and celebrating right there with the Green St. Girls and Tru. The storyline was fluid and enjoyable.
The characters- Athena is such a strong stubborn entrepreneur constantly struggling to prove and better herself-definitely relatable, and Tru is a genuine gem once he gets his head on straight. Oh gosh, lets not forget an honorable mention of Tru’s ma- I love sassy bold women!
Overall a multifaceted, relatable, and enjoyable story that I would recommend.
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This is A Green St Girls Romance. I really enjoyed this book. The author does a great job of dealing with tragic events such as death and guilt in a considerate way. The story is deep and sad in parts but the romance is hot and steamy.
Athena has had a tough time. She has lost one of her friends to cancer and she was abandoned by her parents. Blamed for the death of her ex boyfriend. Athena just wants to live her life. She is guarded from everyone and never let’s anyone in. That is until she meets Tru.
Tru is a professional pool player who is playing in the tournament held at Athena’s pool hall. The attraction between them is instant and electric. Tru is only going to be there for the tournament so he wasn’t looking for anything long term. However, Athena rocks his world. He wants to know everything about her, including what happened to make her build her walls so high.
Will Athena be able to protect her heart against Tru? Can Tru break down her walls to enter her heart? And what happens if they fall for each other? What happens when a quick fling turns into a passionate romance?
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 Carr2021-07-27 11:37:382021-07-28 07:46:47Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D.Jackson – Review by Kerry Carr
Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson
4 out of 5 stars
Our past does not dictate who we are or who we become. This is what Athena, Indigo, and Gwyn are trying to prove everyday by working hard and being successful. Athena has built a life of success but is she really living? Athena, Indigo and Gwyn lost their fourth sister, Charlie, a year ago. No one has been the same, but Athena is the worst. Athena had already lost so much, her family, her town, her safe place. Charlie’s death was just one more person leaving her.
Tru Blake is a professional pool player. He arrived at his latest tournament with a goal, take home the prize. Tru didn’t know the prize was going to be the bar’s owner, Athena. Tru is finding that getting Athena to be open to more than just a fling is more difficult than making it as a pro. Will he be the one that can get her to open up?
N.D. Jackson created a world of Alpha billionaire women in a genre dominated by alpha males. I can’t get enough of Athena, Gwyn and Indigo!!! The women are smart, funny, successful, powerful, and deliciously delightful! The sisterhood they have formed is amazing. I am hooked! I laughed, I yelled, I cried, I cheered! I can’t wait for more from these three!
There are discussions around suicide during the story that might not be suitable for all audiences.
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 Policicchio2021-07-27 11:19:302021-07-28 07:45:39Bared. (A Green St. Girls Romance) by N.D. Jackson – Review by M Policicchio
Cadence and Fitz were summer loves. Unfortunately he had other plans that didn’t inclue Cadence. He left her with a beautiful baby girl that he knows nothing about. With the help of her parents, Cadence has worked hard to raise her as a single mother and is now runner her own agency. Fitz is running a PR agency in DC and his father is still trying to run his life. Fitz is still pining for Cadence and has been for 17 years. He did marry in an arranged marriage. The only thing good to come out of it wa shis son Austin. You can only imagine the panic when Callie’s date to prom is Austin. Oh the drama kicks in. Cadence picks up on the resemblance then runs into Fitz and here comes trouble. His father’s threating him to run for the Senate to he get what he wants. What kind of person threatens a grandchild? I love the drama and conflict. I felt like I was listening toa poor version of Dynasty. Cadence is a very strong woman and her spirit is strong and fierce. I do wish it had been an ensemble read as some of the narration was a little lackluster. I would still highly recommend.
5 stars!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2021-07-27 11:05:452021-07-28 07:45:11Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Shelly Kittell
This is an author that I have enjoyed from the first book I picked up. Her writing skills and attention to details give the story a realistic feel and pulls you in right from the beginning. This book is no different. I enjoyed being pulled in from the beginning and I had a hard time putting this book down. This is a story about four women who all have the same thing in common, they were left on their own at a young age. Athena doesn’t think she is capable of love until Tru walks into her life. What fate has in store for them only time will tell but I highly recommend reading this book to find out. They are great characters with great chemistry. I enjoyed watching the growth between them. They truly made the story for me. I can’t wait to see what is next for these women in the next book. This is worth the pick up.
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N.D. Jackson spends her days wandering the streets of whatever European city she and her husband are visiting (currently Romania!), creating new characters and new lives for her novels, and she spends her nights cooking yummy vegan food and whipping up cocktails for loved ones. Though a native of Chicago she now lives in Romania and longs for the days she could fill her passport with stamps from Germany, Amsterdam, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, France, Austria and all the other places she’s been and longs to visit.
Since she picked up her first book at the age of 7, not a day goes by she doesn’t read a page or chapter. Or finish a whole book. Her first novel, Conflict of Interest was published in 2014 at the ripe old age of she’s not telling and she had been entertaining readers with tales of love and romance ever since.
When she isn’t reading or writing books & blogs, or ghostwriting, N.D. can be found indulging in her love of all things true crime, perfecting new vegan cuisine and seeing with the world with her bearded husband!
She lives for Foo Fighters, 90’s grunge, curry, Nina Simone & Adele, politics traveling, all things French, any Asian noodle dish you sit in front of her and…cocktails.
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Finding It All is the first book in the Finding Happiness In Harmony series and debut novel for Stacey Komosinski. It is a contemporary romancey with a ‘slow burn’, in a small town setting, with friendship/s, finding love unexpectedly, and a ‘sweet’ feel. I am such a book junkie that I get a bit of a thrill when I discover a new author (i.e.- new reading material), so I happily one-clicked a copy to explore. I love a great romance, and the synopsis for this had all the ingredients that I love- so I couldn’t wait to meet Chloe and Chris and follow their story. The story was a little slow to get going and did lag at points through the book. I ‘liked’ it- but it didn’t ‘hook’ me the way I had really hoped for. As this is the first book in the series, and the author’s debut novel, I would be interested in reading the rest of the series to see where we go from here, and to see how Ms. Komosinski’s style develops along the way.
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 Hayes2021-07-26 22:53:182021-07-28 07:20:28Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Angela Hayes
Sweet, mature romance I really enjoyed reading this book. This is exactly what it says – slow burn, small town romance. Chloe is a well balanced, easy to relate to individual who is relatively inexperienced when it comes to romance. Chris is also a well balanced individual but is a little more experienced. The multiple POV story follows these two as they navigated their way to happiness. The best thing about the book was the lack of unnecessary angst. This book kept it real which was refreshing.
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Cadence Defined: Cadence Duet, Book 2 by Dakota Willink
I was dying to get this second book and listen to it and was so not disappointed in the story or narration of this book.
I love Cadence and Fitz so much and was curious to find out how they were going to find their way back to one another and wasn’t disappointed one bit.
Both Zachary Webber and Lacy Laurel did a great job of pulling me in once again into Cadence and Fitz’s lives and I enjoyed every second.
There are some surprises that I wasn’t expecting and think I may have gasped out loud when things were revealed.
Loved this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2021-07-25 22:15:312021-07-26 12:55:45Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Robin Rankin
Chole is happy going through life at the moment, with a complex past she is not looking for anything to disrupt at the moment but in walks Chris and the world may just get alot better.
Chole’s past has not been the best, a tricky childhood which still haunts her but she has never really had luck in the romance world but her career has always been the beacon she has strived toward so when she gets a promotion she gets to write about topics she finds interesting, that’s when Chris crashes into her world.
Chris is a High School Principal and has had his fix of dating high maintenance woman who only really want him as a trophy, so when he is interviewed for the paper in walks the girl of his dreams. Chole is not like the other woman he has dated but once he pursues her he finds that she has baggage and history which he will need to go slow but show her he is the one for her.
This is the first book I have read by this author and as for a debut book the book showed promise. I must admit I am normally like a bit of angst within the main characters path to happiness but within this book the main characters were just really nice which is not a bad thing just sometimes did not hold my interest within the story.
I do have to say that the secondary characters where brilliant each bringing their own drama to the story and you get to see the glimpse into other books in this story, I hope. I loved the well developed story and the characters are brilliantly written. I can’t wait to read more in this series and from this author in the future.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2021-07-25 02:11:082021-07-26 10:35:19Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Angela Shirley
This was a very good romance story! Enjoyed it from beginning to end. This was my first Stacy Komosinski novel and was not disappointed! The story had all the elements of a romance, great main characters with backgrounds that are revealed so we understand them more. What I loved about this one was the friendships that Chloe has with Jess and Gaby. You don’t always get great friendships in romances and loved that Stacy put that into her story. Will be looking for her work in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Stanleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Stanley2021-07-24 16:56:392021-07-26 10:22:52Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski
This book was so wholesome mixed in with a little bit of spice added to this mix. It was an absolute breath of fresh air compared to other romance novels. Reading Chris’s and Chole’s love progress from being to friends to lovers made in inner me sigh and squee with glee. This was something I ate up in high school looking for that hopeful true love. Getting to see both points of view was a wonderful take. There were some others, but it mainly focused on these two. The flow of the story was really well done. It flowed through seamlessly without any kinks to it. For a debut novel Ms Stacy did a wonderful job. I look forward to reading more from her and will add her to my watchlist of authors!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimmohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimmo2021-07-23 23:04:212021-07-26 10:30:57Finding It All by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Crystal Jimmo
I loved this story!! This book is the continuation of Cadence and Fitz and picks up where book 1 ended. Years later… you find out how each of their stories played out after being apart since their one summer together 17 years ago. You learn what happened to Fitz and his journey of what his father had in store for him. Also learning what happened to Cadence, her parents and Camp Riley. Everything comes in full circle when Cadence and Fitz bump into each other again. There where secrets revealed and some bumps along the way….and a few jaw dropping moments for me. Will love prevail!? Listen and see….Please listen to book 1 first then definitely continue the story with this book 2. It is truly fantastic!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2021-07-23 13:59:452021-07-26 07:14:58Defined (The Cadence Duet Book Two) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I enjoyed this romance story. This is a newer author for me which I enjoyed her writing skills and her use of attention to details to give the story life. The characters are full of life and emotion. They are connectable and made the story easy to read. This is a story about friendship, life and love. It is the first book of the series and what a great start to the series. Chloe has never been in a relationship before and then you have Chris who is tired of the selfish women who seem to be around him. What will happen when these two meet? Will they let themselves find love, happiness? They made great characters and made the story entertaining to read. I enjoyed watching their growth throughout the story. They made the story easy to read and I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend 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 Wagner2021-07-23 07:49:042021-07-23 09:42:13Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski
4 out of 5 Stars
Wow! I don’t know where to start. There is so much to love in this book it is hard to decide what to talk about first. The fun banter between characters, the tenderness the author uses when addressing past trauma, the fun steamy scenes, the amazing sisterhood, and much more make this a heartwarming start to this series that leaves you tapping your fingers with impatience for the next chapter!!
Chloe Larson is a dedicated friend. Chloe lives with her two best friends, Gaby and Jess. Chloe is a fledgling reporter that has big hopes and dreams when it comes to her job. She has just gotten a promotion at work that is giving her more options to pursue different stories. One of these stories brings her face to face with Chris Sherman, principal of one of the local high schools.
What isn’t there to love about Chris? A dedicated educator who lives with his brother and is close to his family? From the moment Chloe walked into Chris’ office, he knew there was something special about the amazing woman that came to interview him. Chris just didn’t know how special until he started to get to know her.
This story is so much more than the budding love between Chloe and Chris. The reader gets to know Jess and Gaby, Chloe’s best friends, and gets a peek into their unbreakable sisterhood that has withstood years of trials, break ups, family drama, and all the things life can throw at them. At first it seems all too much, so many characters to learn! But, without learning how each person plays into the life of the other, the story would not be as full or rich. These three friends, and their lives, are intertwined so thoroughly that it is important to follow every thread of this enduring and heartwarming story. It makes you hope there can be a fourth pea in that pod!!
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 Policicchio2021-07-22 18:24:132021-07-23 09:27:20Finding It All (Finding Happiness In Harmony Book 1) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by M Policicchio
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