This is the first book I have read by this author and it was a great first book. I realized after I was a few pages in that it went to a series, but I didn’t feel like I had missed out on a lot. It does make me want to go back and read the other adventures from the first book.
In Swindler’s Revenge Karina Cardinal has her Saturday morning interrupted by the FBI. They are looking for her ex boyfriend Mike Finnegan as he supposedly took a $1.2 million bribe. She doesn’t believe he would do something like that, but the FBI believes they have the right man. Mike believes he was framed and thinks he knows who is behind it, but how can he prove he didn’t do what he is accused of? Karina believes that Mike is genuinely a good guy and jumps in feet first to help him out of this jam. How much danger is she putting herself in to help out a friend?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlisa Wahtomy-Albahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlisa Wahtomy-Alba2021-09-10 23:49:042021-09-11 20:02:18Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Char Wahtomy-Alba
This is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal Mystery series. It can stand alone, but I am going to go back and read the first four books. I fell in love with Karina!! Her outrageous plans, her determination, the way the people around her trust her is just amazing and well written. Karina falls into a mess when her ex is though to have embezzled 1.2 million dollars and taken off with it. The FBI show up to her door she is antagonistic with them, but they continue searching her house. She knows Mike didn’t do this, but who did? Who can she go to help Mike? Can she completely trust them with this delicate issue? The people she does trust, can they find all the information before time runs out? I couldn’t stop turning the pages. What was going to happen next? What bright dangerous idea was going to come out of Karina’s mouth next. She had me laughing, loving, fearing for their safety. I just did the emotional Olympics. THANK YOU, ELLEN BUTLER!!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Packardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Packard2021-09-10 21:33:552021-09-11 21:28:10Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Angela Packard
Family Secrets (Book 1 of The Whispering Pines Mystery) is an amazing mystery. From the first page, I am drawn as Jayne is traveling to Whispering Pines, Wisconsin, to clear out her Grandmother’s house. Little did she know, she would be entering into a town full of drama and secrets. Oh boy, the action is basically wherever she turns. There’s a dead body in her grandmother’s yard to a break-in. She meets a handsome guy, Tripp, who basically tells her the town doesn’t like outsiders. She’s treated like royalty because she’s the Original’s granddaughter. Jayne sees the attitudes of the town and it makes her mad that they treat Tripp this way. I can’t share anymore. You have to read this. It’s so thrilling and full of twists and turns and suspense. The character’s are incredible. Honey and Sugar running a sweet bakery. It fits so great. The towns people make me think of the weird people I have met in Boulder. They just fit the characteristics so well; weird and hippy chic with a hint of spooky. So worth the read, I can’t wait to dig into the rest of the series. I love Jayne and Meeka. Highly recommend.
Keeps you guessing right to the very end! I felt like I was investigating with Jayne O’Shea through each part of the story. The end is one I definitely didn’t see coming. Can’t wait to read the next book to see where the story goes. Truly enchanting.
Family Secrets is the first book in the Whispering Pine Mystery series by Shawn McGuire. This is my first time reading anything by this author, but she has won me over already.
Whispering Pines sounds like something out of a fairytale. Jayne arrives back there after 16 years away. She has returned to sort out her grandparents’ property but gets so much more than she bargained for when she discovers a dead body in the garden. She shouldn’t get involved, but once a cop always a cop! I am already a huge fan of the cosy mystery genre, and the book didn’t disappoint. It has enough mystery and suspense to keep you turning the pages, but it’s also a really easy read. There are quite a few loose ends and unanswered questions, but I’m guessing we’ll get more answers in book 2!
Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman. This is the story of Cady Fox who is a up coming attorney in a big law firm. She is out to dinner with the senior attorneys and she is so excited because she believes they are going to offer her partnership in the morning. On her way home she is attacked by a man and she shoots him. So needless to say the next morning she is not offered partnership but she is being questioned by the police. Her whole life Cady has had to fight to get anywhere and this battle is the hardest one she’s ever been on. The fight of her life. During the investigation she learns who her friends really are and she learns to Stand her Ground and fight for herself like she never has before. Stand Your Ground is full of loss, betrayal, politics and lies. Once you start reading you won’t want to stop.
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Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn. Do not read this while in bed by yourself! This book was amazing and had me turning the pages way into the night. Its the story of Poppy Pratt whose Father is a serial killer. He’s now in jail for murdering her boyfriend. Once her father goes to jail she moves on with her life. She goes to college and becomes a Chiropractor with a house and all the perks of being a normal person. One day a stranger ends up on her doorstep to tell her that her father is stalking him from prison. His name is Carson Price and he is an investigative journalist and he seems to bring trouble wherever he goes. Does Poppy believe him and get pulled into his mess? Poppy’s past may come back to haunt her if she does. Meghan O’Flynn is one of my favorite authors and this book is amazing!
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“My memories. Ah, yes, they are fresh. Some of them never go away, swimming around below in the deep, dark of the abyss, like sharks, razor teeth arrayed, ready to blitz at the first smell of blood in the water.”
Stand Your Ground by A.J Ullman is a thought provoking crime thriller that had me engrossed right from the start. As expected from Mr. Ullman, this story encompasses and examines many facets- from law, to politics, morality, racism, ‘trial by media’, societal expectations- and so much more. A night that should have been cause for hope and even celebration turn into a nightmare for Cady Fox when she is faced with the unthinkable. But, standing her ground against sinister intent results in her life completely unravelling. Life as she knows it is about to change- and it can never be the same again. Accusations are laid at her feet, and tensions high with public outcry, leaves Cady no choice but to navigate the justice system- all while being targeted by the media and members of the outraged public. What happened that led to this situation, and how does it all play out? Well, this book really is worth the read to find out….
“Can you give me the details? Here’s the first question. Did you know him? And was that your bicycle on the court?” Actually, that was two questions, but I didn’t point that out. As a lawyer, I hate compound questions. I was riding my bicycle home, of course. But things are never as simple as they appear and telling Janney so would not help my cause. She didn’t get to be on homicide by being a dumb-ass. Once suspects start talking, homicide detectives make a bunch of notes and remember what was said. Then they chase down the facts and come back to you, bringing you the truth of your lie the way a dog waggles his tail when she brings back a bone you buried for her in the backyard.
Again, Mr. Ullman’s attention to detail and meticulousness gave this story so much authenticity, believability, intrigue, depth, and mystery. I always get so immersed in his stories, and this one was no exception- I had no intention of putting it down till I had finished the very last page. And I am happy to say that he definitely didn’t let me down- crafting a compelling read! So, if you love crime and investigation, very intriguing storylines, complex characters, depth, and realism- then this is definitely the book for you!
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 Hayes2021-09-09 23:18:092021-09-11 21:05:25Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman – Review by Angela Hayes
Poppy Pratt has lived two lives, one with her father and one since. Poppy thought that she left all of her father’s world behind but it might be catching up with her now. As the daughter of a serial killer, Poppy lived a peculiar life. All of that stopped when her father went to jail. Poppy moved on to live a semi-normal life.
Carson Price is an investigative reporter trying to get more than the usual story on Poppy’s father. The only problem is that he has stirred up more trouble than he realizes when he approaches Poppy with the story that her father is stalking Carson from jail. Poppy knows it is not true but can she get pulled into Carson’s world of trouble? Could that same person be stalking Poppy?
Meghan O’Flynn writes Poppy likes she lives in Poppy’s head. The memories, the emotions, the desire, the way Poppy sees the world. It is all so unique. Throw in the suspense and a few twists along the way and I am along for the ride! Will Poppy find her happy ending or is this just the beginning of a bigger adventure for her and Carson? Only Meghan O’Flynn knows!!
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 Policicchio2021-09-09 22:29:522021-09-11 21:04:15Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by M Policicchio
Ellen Butler has done it again. Swindler’s Revenge is a masterfully written cozy mystery. I enjoy the picture Ellen Butler describes because it is vivid. There are so many twists and turns, edge of my seat moments that kept me reading until I was done with the last word. The characters are fully developed and relatable. In particular, I love Karina as a character. She is one of my favorite characters. In this book, she is involved with a case that she personally knows and it happens to be Mike. She jumped into this investigation without regard to her own safety. She gets into the investigation pretty far. Can she find Mike or is the danger too great? I highly recommend this book and the other books in the Karina Cardinal Mystery series
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What a way to find a house you want to sell of course it has to be me. The people of this town loved my gran as hee granddaughter Lucy seem to be a patriarch of this town. I actually enjoyed reading this more than I though. Jane is extremely relatable and I really like her character. Tripp I like him. I want to read the next book now. This is amazing book 5/5
Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal series. First, I recommend reading the series to know Karina’s past escapades and the other characters that recur in the series. Karina seems to have things under control until the FBI shows up at her door looking for her ex, Mike Finnegan. Could Mike not be the upright FBI agent Karina thought he was? This story is a great addition to the series. I like that Karina finds herself in crazy situations but still finds her way through with the help of some talented individuals. I also like that this isn’t so intense and serious that it overwhelms the reader. The story has intensity but a nice amount of humor and a smidge of romance. I look forward to reading more in this series and from this author in the future.
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This book was a little slow to begin with, but there is a lot packed in. Jayne comes back to sell her grandma’s house and finds the house wrecked! And… a dead body! So the secret is out! What happened to this body?? The mystery, the stories and paranormal hook you in for the long haul! The next book will be even better!
This is the 5th book in The Karina Cardinal Mysteries series. This is a Crime novel and is 228 pages in length. This story follows Karina and Mike. The FBI shows up at Karina’s house looking for a fugitive – Mike. They apparently have loads of evidence connecting Mike to taking $1.2M. But she knows better. There is no way Mike would do that. But Karina does what she always does and jumps headfirst into the mess to clear Mike’s name and find out who is doing this to him. With the FBI digging into her because of hers and Mike’s past relationship she needs to help Mike and keep the FBI at bay.
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I thoroughly enjoyed Deadly Words by Meghan O’Flynn. From page one I was drawn into the main characters world. Meghan painted an image in the reader’s mind with in depth descriptions and use of unfiltered language. My spine tingled from the beginning of the book to the end. The story does contain sensitive topics that may not be suitable for everyone.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2021-09-08 10:26:072021-09-10 14:18:15Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Amber Poole
I enjoyed this suspenseful story. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites yet. I enjoyed being pulled into the story by the characters. I also enjoyed what they brought to the story as well. This is a well written story where the growth of the plot was great throughout the story. This is a fast paced, engaging story that is full of action and twists and turns. I enjoyed how the characters are connectable and gave life to the story. This is a story about Cady and how life throws her some unexpected situations that change her. She is now faced with standing her ground and murder, will these two cross? The question remains will she run or stand her ground for justice. This is a great story and I really enjoyed what Cady brought to the story. She is a strong character that I felt for with the different things happening to her. She truly made the story for me. 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 Wagner2021-09-08 06:59:052021-09-10 14:11:18Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Family Secrets: A Whispering Pines Mystery by Shawn McGuire was a great mystery book! I love the author’s creativity in the writing. It had me hooked from the beginning and I was quickly turning pages to find out what happened next. The plot was very well written. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and “seeing” their interactions. I can’t wait to read the rest of the series. The book does end on a cliffhanger, but that isn’t the reason I’m excited to read the rest of the series. Regardless of how it ends, I would have read the rest of the series because I am excited to see what else happens!
I enjoyed this suspenseful mystery story. This is a new author for me which I look forward to seeing what is next for them as well as the next book in this series. I found this book to be fast paced and full of action. The twists and turns had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what was lurking in the shadows. This is a well written story about Jane and what happens when she goes to her grandparents lake house. The story picks up when her dog finds a dead body in the backyard and the sheriff has no interest in finding out who did it. I really enjoyed what the characters brought to the story. Their growth as well as the plot throughout the story is great. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into the story as well as kept the story engaging. Jane is a great character that truly made the story easy and entertaining to read. I highly recommend this book.
It seems like most books out there are described as “dark and twisted” or “unputdownable thrillers”. Well here is one that actually delivers! It grips you from the beginning and had twists I legitimately did not see coming. I enjoyed this novel alot more than some of the hyped up ones I’ve read recently.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristy Nelsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristy Nelson2021-09-07 12:48:282021-09-10 13:38:39Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Kristy Nelson
“Family Secrets (Whispering Pines Mystery #1)” written by Shawn McGuire, was a book I couldn’t put down! Set in a small town in Wisconsin, former detective Jayne travels to her late grandparent’s lake house to settle their affairs. As she arrives, her police-trained dog finds a dead body in the yard. Her training has taught her how to handle the situation, and she gives report to the sheriff. Jayne is surprised that the local police do not seem to be worried about the death, and their suspicious behavior leads her to begin investigating on her own. As she investigates the potential murder, she begins to uncover many secrets about her own family, as well as secrets in the village of Whispering Pines.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, the characters, and the small town setting! I look forward to reading the next book in this series.
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Totally loved this book! This is book 5 of the Karina Cardinal series and I totally fell in love with Karina and the team. The writing is spot on and the storyline just draws you in. Even though I had not read the other books, not once did I feel left out of the loop. There were glimpses into past events which now has me wanting to go back to the start and read the series as a whole. If you are looking for an awesome mystery series led by a FMC that will have you laughing out loud while taking you on an exciting ride, then this is the series for you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2021-09-07 02:09:102021-09-10 14:08:17Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Rayne East
When Cady Fox leaves dinner with the senior attorneys at her law firm one spring night, the only thing on her mind is: Will they make her a partnership offer the next morning? What she doesn’t expect is to be accosted on her bike ride home in an inner-city park by a man whose nefarious intent requires her to shoot him to death on a deserted basketball court at 11 p.m.
Growing up poor in Appalachia, Cady had few expectations that she would be a success in Big Law. Now, on the cusp of her greatest moment, she becomes the focus of a police investigator tired of people claiming white privilege when killing Black men and a public outcry for justice for the dead man.
For Cady Fox, her world cracked open long before she found herself face to muzzle with a .45 on the concrete jungle of a desolate urban basketball court at an hour before midnight one spring night. The line between stand your ground and murder always blurs in the moment of a confrontation. Cady is forced to navigate the criminal justice system and the societal tensions that come with that blur, learning how the past eats your soul when your only choices are to run or stand your ground.
I’m a midwestern nurse practitioner and lawyer who writes in my spare time. Following a bout with a pesky brain tumor, I changed careers and, realizing how tenuous all our grips on life are, including my own, I decided to start writing. I had so many stories to tell! Who knew how long I would have to get them out? I have one Indie published novel to my credit, Drifting, Falling — Diary Of A Call Girl Suicide. My occupations have afforded me the opportunity to work with people with mental health disorders. Those experiences shape the themes that I explore in novel writing. We are all damaged, as one of my characters says, with a dead-on smack of truth I have two rescue dogs, one of whose name is Ruger, like the firearms manufacturer. Not a name I would have given him, but no sense changing his name at age three. However, he inspired me to name Cady’s dog Beretta, which fits in very well with the story line of Stand Your Ground, my next novel that just debuted in August.
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“Deadly Words” truly exceeded all of my expectations. I was not familiar with this author and don’t usually read thrillers, but there’s no going back now! Poppy is such a deep character and I loved being in her twisted little mind. I mean, who wouldn’t be a little damaged after being raised by a psychopathic murderer? This author has a way with words that spoon feeds you tiny bits of information that leaves you feening for more! So hard to put down!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brittany Porterhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrittany Porter2021-09-06 21:55:122021-09-08 23:17:42Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Brittany Porter
I love a good cozy mystery and this book is fantastic!! This is my first book I have read by Author Ellen Butler and I really enjoyed it. In this book, Karina has the FBI at her door and looking for her ex, Mike. He is being accused of taking a huge bribe and now the FBI want him. Karina does choose to help Mike find out whom would frame him for the bribe and why. This book really pulled me in and I could not stop reading it until the end! I love the suspense wrapped up in a cozy mystery. I would highly recommend this book and I definitely will want to be circling back to reading more from this author!!
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Having never read a Karina Cardinal mystery or any other book by Ellen Butler, Swindler’s Revenge was a fantastic book. As a civilian, Karina really shouldn’t involve herself in dangerous things. Having been involved in multiple cases which involved getting out of trouble with or without the help of friends, Karina is the to jump in headfirst.
On a perfectly peaceful Saturday, Karina’s lazy morning is interrupted by a knock on the door and the FBI and IRS invading her personal space. It seems her once boyfriend, FBI agent Michael Finnegan is wanted for suspicion of taking a bribe. A $1.2 million bribe? Karina isn’t buying it and soon finds herself under the surveillance of the FBI.
Shortly after, Karina’s commute is interrupted by a cell phone ringing that isn’t hers. She finds the suspicious phone in her pocket and immediately knows that it is Mike. With Mike’s confirmation, Karina knows that Mike is being framed by someone only he doesn’t know who. He wants her help.
With the help of her friends at Silverthorne Security, she finds a hideout for Mike while the team tries to uncover the person responsible for framing Mike. Once again, Karina finds herself deep in an investigation. Will they be able to stop the person framing Mike before it’s too late? And will Karina stay out of harm’s way throughout the investigation?
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As a fan of the ‘Karina Cardinal Mysteries’ series I was looking forward to catching up with the heroine, who feels like an old friend, Karina Cardinal and as usual I was not disappointed. Book five in the series and each one really does get better. Having split up with Mike a few months ago Karina is surprised when the FBI start banging on her door hunting for a fugitive by the name of Mike Finnegan! Despite the damning evidence they claim to have Karina just can’t see Mike taking a 1.2 million bribe and so when a burner phone appears in her pocket, she’s not surprised to hear Mikes voice on the other end. Mike needs Karina’s help to find out who’s framing him and why, as he is deep under cover. Unfortunately this puts Karina in danger especially when an old enemy turns up, but as usual Karina ignores the dangers in order to solve the mystery and prove Mike’s innocence. A fast paced exciting storyline with plenty of plot twists, this story had me gripped from page one. Karina is a great strong female main character who really brings the stories together. I was up late reading this book as I just couldn’t put it down, a must read novel and I also recommend the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2021-09-06 15:30:472021-09-08 22:48:04Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal Mysteries series and the first one that I have read. Even though I was able to read this as a standalone I feel you would get a better understanding for the characters if the series was read in order. This book is a book that love that grips you from the beginning and doesn’t let go. There are so many twists and turns in here that you can never predict what will happen next and I couldn’t put it down.
When Karina’s Saturday was disturbed by agents looking for her ex boyfriend she is shocked to discover he is wanted in connection of taking $1.2 million from his work. Now he’s gone missing.
Karina doesn’t believe it was him as its so out of character so she is now on a mission to find him before the agents do and unravel this case. Who is trying to set him up? Is he being set up or blackmailed? And what secrets and dangers will Karina find herself caught in trying to solve this case.
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 Carr2021-09-06 13:06:112021-09-08 22:44:29Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Kerry Carr
Family Secrets is the first book in the Whispering Pines series by Shawn McGuire. This is a cosy mystery following former police detective, Jane O’Shea as she gets drawn into a murder investigation in her hometown. This is a crime and investigation story with plenty of suspense, interesting and quirky characters, and more- all woven into a clever little mystery. Definitely looking forward to following the rest of the series! Intriguing!
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 Hayes2021-09-06 11:48:032021-09-08 22:42:31Family Secrets (A Whispering Pines Mystery) by Shawn McGuire – Review by Angela Hayes
Deadly Words is the start of the brilliant new series ‘Born Bad’ by Meghan O’Flynn. It is a fantastic thriller full of intensity, gripping developments, secrets, twisted details, mystery, drama, layers, a skin crawling creepy vibe, and much more. The story definitely had me in its grip the whole way through, I couldn’t put it down until I had read every raw, gritty, and intriguing detail… There were times I was on the edge of my seat, just about ready to jump out of my skin, but I had to find out what lay over the next page, I just had to know what happened, loving every unpredictable moment of it…. It has Meghan O’Flynn’s signature unpredictable twists and clever touches stamped all over it and I can’t wait to see what she has in store for us in the next book. Bring on Book #2!!!.
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 Hayes2021-09-06 11:20:592021-09-08 22:40:05Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Angela Hayes
Deadly Words: A Born Bad Novel (#1) by Meghan O’Flynn is a dark thriller and a fantastic start to this series. Meghan has woven threads with many layers in this raw, gritty, and twisted tale that entices the senses. The creep factor is high. Your senses are on high alert. You find yourself hugging that pillow tighter. You find yourself sitting on the edge ready to bolt. Your start hearing things and your heart pounds as you find yourself trying to see what is in the shadows. The story alternates from past to present giving us an insight to where things may have begun. One thing I love about Meghan’s writing is that you never know what you will get, and you come to love the unexpected. She never disappoints.
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 Bishop2021-09-06 02:49:122021-09-08 22:26:27Deadly Words (Born Bad Book 1) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Jenni Bishop,
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