This is a fun adventure fantasy book for all ages. I loved the fast-paced action and the menagerie of Dream Catchers and Prestoria creatures. The writing was very accessible, and the plot exciting and imaginative. Radhika is a great heroine – smart, creative, and talented. Following these teens on their challenges was a great time. Definitely give this one a go!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Shoebridgehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Shoebridge2021-07-23 20:37:342021-07-25 14:50:26The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Erica Shoebridge
First time reading this author and I loved it! I thought the world building was well written and felt like this book is setting up for an epic series!
I love a great fantasy book with a strong female character that has the influence of becoming great by a strong male character. I enjoyed how she picked a band of misfits and built a team out of the ones you didn’t necessarily see as being a good group together! All the characters were well rounded with just enough mystery to some of them that it kept you guessing as to what could be their story. While only a couple of characters are explained, others are left with an open ending to carry on the story!
All in all… a very quick, enjoyable read. Can’t wait to read more in this world!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2021-07-23 20:14:392021-07-26 07:19:51The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Desiree Ottinger
I highly recommend this novel for you to read!! The author tackled the multiverse with multiple characters, who were pretty diverse in their personalities, with great skill! I truly enjoyed myself with this Science Fiction/Fantasy novel! Even though the author was well thought out and very enjoyable, I struggled a little with the back and forth reading of the multiverse groups. Then trying to remember what happened in the previous chapter/subsection when the change occurs to another point of view. I love the worlds he creates and his characters in these awesome universes! My favorites were the Isonian Empire and The United Commons of Eurotopia, as these particular universes caught my fancy! I love the Utopian feel of the United Commons of Eurotopia, and how the exploration into the new chapter unravels! I enjoy and yearn for a relationship like Rashella and Cysoro have!! The getaway scene has definitely made my list of romantic settings! With the Isonian Empire, it was the way the author created drama between this AMAZING POWERFUL Queen and her relatives! The drama this universe creates has been around for centuries but it never gets old watching it unfold! The other universes are good as well as the characters, but these are the groups I wanted to keep getting to!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00MaeLeadstonehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaeLeadstone2021-07-23 19:41:562021-07-26 07:19:01Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Book 1) Reviewed by May Leadstone
I am not typically a sci-fi reader as I find it very difficult for me to get into that genre. I took a big leap in reading this one, but I like to challenge myself on new reads and new authors. This one took me on a rollercoaster ride between learning about all the different worlds within this multiverse. The characters were wonderfully developed as well as each scenario described beautifully that I could picture them in my head. It all starts with the characters hearing a mysterious voice inside their own head and in turn each discovering their own journey to figure out what the voice was talking about. This book makes you fall in love with some characters while despising others. Overall as you dive deeper into the lives of the characters will good win all or will the multiverse succumb to evil. You must read to find out and this is one journey you’ll be glad you took!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Vanessa Wattshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVanessa Watts2021-07-23 18:50:012021-07-26 07:18:13Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Vanessa Watts
Prestoria, a land of nightmares. Will you be chosen to play in this secret game of revenge? Radhika Varma and 11 others were chosen to play in this game. Not all is as it seems. Treachery, jealousy, revenge with also friendship make for a book full of adventure that will have any young adult on the edge of their seat reading. Radhika will learn that she has the courage within her to overcome any challenges thrown at her. The characters such as Derek, Vivienne and Leonara are written to feel so much like your typical teen that you can feel what they are feeling. The whole plot of the challenge in the land of nightmares is intense and action packed. 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 Kittell2021-07-23 15:09:122021-07-26 07:15:44The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Shelly Kittell
Several amazing strong characters come together to fight good versus evil. Similar to the Divergent Series. The characters come together after hearing a voice to work together to fight for victory.
Several amazing strong characters come together to fight good versus evil. Similar to the Divergent Series. The characters come together after hearing a voice to work together to fight for victory.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandi Luthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandi Lut2021-07-23 14:52:422021-07-26 07:14:31Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Brandi Lutz
This book is a lot for me. I tend to enjoy fluffier, easy reads, which this is definitely NOT. It’s not a bad book, it just wasn’t really my style. However, if you like sci-fi/fantasy books with lots of world-building and many characters, you’ll definitely love this! It reminds me a bit of game of thrones, which is an amazing series but too complex and hard-to-follow for my to really get into and enjoy. Many other people love them though!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeth2021-07-22 21:09:202021-07-23 09:33:42Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Beth McKitrick
Journeys Through SpaceTime is a complex, multi-layered story. Not a bad one, just hard to get a handle on at first. As I kept reading, it became easier to read and get a handle on the flow of the story. Once that happened I really got in to all of the “worlds” that Tailisman built.
While some parts are a bit wordy, the action adventure, and characters kept me engrossed. Talisman definitely gives each world its own feel with loads of space and time factors, and tons of plots, hidden agendas and conspiracies.
Tailosman definitely left us wanting more, while tieing up a few threads. In a way this book left me feeling like I had just read a spacey J. R. R. Tolkien or “Game of Thrones”.
I will definitely be reading the second in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kimberlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKimberly2021-07-22 19:00:512021-07-23 09:27:59Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Kimberly Shirah
Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider is the second installment of Nite Fire series. Although I didn’t enjoy it as much as the first it was still a riveting story. There was a lot going on in this book that made it hard to follow at times but once all the dots connected it was an “ahhh” moment. I enjoyed that Dalia can now settle down and has people that she connects to. It made her more personable and cheering for her to solve the mystery. the end of the book left the series open and I am excited to listen to the next installment.
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 Glaspie2021-07-22 17:43:182021-07-23 09:25:26Nite Fire: Chain Reaction AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Amanda Glaspie
Well written and intriguing story. I was not sure how I was going to feel about this one, as sci-fi is not normally something I read, but I gave it a go and was pleasantly surprised at how it kept my attention. Initially, I felt the story was fragmented and hard to follow as it jumps around between multiple perspectives that don’t seem to have any connection. Once you get past this initial part, the story’s are all quite interesting. The various stories and perspectives that are shared range from edge of your seat, accidentally reading past your hour break at work (oops), to interesting enough to still be thinking about it later in the day. I really enjoyed getting opposing perspectives in the same storyline in some cases. I think this really made for a well-rounded and immersive experience. I would definitely read again, and plan to read the next book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashleyann Sanabriahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshleyann Sanabria2021-07-22 14:45:272021-07-23 09:21:35Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria
Can I just say, again, wow what a read!?!? First off I really just commend the author for adding a Character List at the beginning of the book as this was very helpful. There are many characters with different POVs and so much detail, this really made me think I wanted to be part of this story in the book. I love the action, adventure, mixed with betrayal all wrapped into this book. The author did such a fantastic job on details and having different worlds revolving around all the characters. I love the fantasy/sci fi in this and truly looking forward to diving into book 2.
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 Hoerner2021-07-22 14:35:392021-07-23 09:20:55Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I knew I had to read this book. I love fantasy and yes I play World of Warcraft as well as Dungeons and Dragons and Magic The Gathering. Personally I saw the cover, and I instantly thought it resembled one of my characters on WoW! Fantasy books truly make me feel like I can be myself. So this was an easy question, pick the book up, gather my horse, and bag of coins/money and prepare for the adventure that awaited at sunrise!
I have a lot of fantasy novels in my life time thus far, but this one was one that completely entranced me and kept me reading. I loved the story line and the fine details made. Plus the lead character Alena, was a super awesome character. She was strong, fierce in fulling the things she must do, and even when things did not go her way or proved to be a challenge, she never one gave up. She used all her inner skill and strength to keep going. She was very admirable and seriously I was rooting for Alena in my head especially in a scene that involved a Siren.
Again, the fine details and the adventure it self truly sucked me in a positive way. I was captivated by the journey Alena had to undertake I believe she always knew her path was set for her When she was younger, she lost everything and everyone. Well, not everyone except for her dear uncle. Because of him she survived a terrible night where everything she loved was taken from the palm of her hand, I truly believe this event itself helped shape and grow her into the woman she became. It gave her strength and power as well as self will that she may have had to seek longer to game perhaps?
As story progression develops, she must find her place and gain acceptance in The Guild. To be accepted she must beat impossible odds. and I will say she does that again and again!
As I drew near to the end of this book, I knew this would not be an end for me reading adventures of Alena and her Guild. Me being the WoW player I am, I can envision myself and the characters I met and got to know, a light nod to one another as we ride horses separate ways till we met again and I read the next books in the series.
This was my first read by the author. Seriously though was I asleep for a 1,000 years? I found out they had written books and I am not very much in need to read them. The writing was very well done with the descriptions and the fine detail as I have mentioned.
Loved this and this made my inner geek heart very happy! Thank you to this awesome author!!
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 Huisman2021-07-22 06:20:542021-07-23 09:13:01The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Wow! Just wow! I seriously could not put this book down– I would fall asleep reading it and wake up in the middle of the night just to read some more. I am just amazed by the level of thinking that went into dreaming up this fantasy world. In The Myder Bird Tattoo, Julia Colbourn creates a uniquely beautiful world with interesting and complex characters. I’m just so excited to read more— that is, I’m HOPING, and maybe even begging, for this to become a series. If I could give the book an extra star, I would. Unlike other fantasy novels, The Myder Bird Tattoo was way more than its fantasy components— the inter-racial tensions in the story mirror ones in our world today and may even teach some about the importance of acceptance.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jasmin Mariehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJasmin Marie2021-07-22 04:41:192021-07-23 09:10:46The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Jasmin Marie
What can I say about Awakening the Gods? Not at all what I expected, but so very good! I’ve never read a novel with so much music ingrained into the story. For most of the book I felt as if I was sitting at the pub with these charming characters having a jolly time. Definitely a unique writing style, which I haven’t encountered before. I feel like this book, Book 1, was truly just an introduction and only scratched the surface of this expanding new mythical world. Get your Celtic dictionary ready to get sucked into this amazing story and Awaken the Gods!
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 Porter2021-07-21 20:44:392021-07-22 18:15:55AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Brittany Porter
The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon is everything that I hoped for. J.U. Menon transfers from reality to dreams so flawlessly that you’ll find yourself quickly flipping the pages to see what happens next. Her characters are fabulous and she fills her pages with imagination, beauty, loyalty, bravery, and more. This book caught my attention right away with its cover and synopsis and once I started the book I couldn’t put it down. Part of what I love about books is being able to get lost in the pages and J. U. Menon definitely dragged me into her world and left me wanting more.
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 Corbin2021-07-21 20:35:132021-07-23 09:03:38The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Stephanie Nicole
This is an excellent sci-fi read! I so enjoyed all of the characters that you get to read about and it helps that there is a character list at the beginning of the book. I loved reading all if the different descriptions of the multiverse! I really liked reading about Hirisho and about Rashella. The writer is descriptive but not overboard and he has a great writing style. I look forward to reading more from James Talisman!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2021-07-21 19:31:242021-07-22 19:57:36Journeys Through SpaceTime ( Journeys Through Book 1 ) by James Talisman – Review by Carla Clemmons
Kristin Gleeson delivers with this book! Awakening the Gods is a unique blend of romance, music, history, and myths. The abundance of music interspersed with magic woven into this story is so different yet refreshing. Kristin Gleeson’s descriptive writing and character development had me hooked from the beginning and I couldn’t put the book down. The characters, although otherworldly, were also somehow down to earth and relatable; I could see myself in Saoirse, in her setbacks, in her love of music, in her unrelenting desire to persevere. I would highly recommend Awakening the Gods.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mandy Otthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMandy Ott2021-07-21 18:23:332021-07-22 19:56:05Awakening the Gods: Rise of the Celtic Gods Book 1 by Kristin Gleason – Review by Mandy Ott
The Dream Catchers by J.U. Me on is the first book in the Prestoria Series. This is a great YA story that is action packed. As a new author to me I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book. It sounded exciting and the author really delivered on that. There was a lot going on in the book but it never felt overdone or too much. The author got the balance right when it came to keeping your interest but also holding back where needed. This story is appealing to more than just the YA audience. It draws on myth and folklore which I think made to more realistic. This really is a great book and I am looking forward to book 2.
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 Baker2021-07-21 14:59:572021-07-22 19:48:20The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Kerry Baker
The Foresaken: Wraith This story was a page turner from beginning to end! I absolutely loved the dynamics, the characters and the story line. I loved the magical elements of it all as well. Very well written, couldn’t have asked for a more entertaining read! 100% recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Natashahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNatasha2021-07-21 13:02:362021-07-22 19:42:49The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Natasha Mae
Journey Through SpaceTime tells the story of a group of unlikely allies from all different worlds and walks of life. This group of protagonists began a fight to save their worlds and their reality. When the teachers appear, they shake the group’s core beliefs of what reality is and should be.
First off, I want to start by saying I am NOT normally a Sci-Fi, Space novel reader. However, this novel may have changed my mind! The MultiVerse is something I have never really delved into, but Journey Through SpaceTime presents it in a way that draws in the reader and kept my attention for the entire novel. James Talisman writes a story about the classic good vs. evil dilemma, that is full of wonderful characters, fantastic worlds, and great stories. Journey Through SpaceTime will be the Sci-Fi novel I recommend for years to come. It is one that everyone should read at least once. I look forward to reading the rest of the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Bullockhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Bullock2021-07-21 08:17:472021-07-22 19:34:59Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Kayla Bullock
This is a new author for me, so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect but it came with a good recommendation from a friend of mine because she knows that I love anything that has to do with space. She was correct in the fact that I would enjoy it as I truly did. The author did an amazing job drawing me in with his descriptions of the characters and the worlds they were in. I am a true space geek from Star Trek to Star Wars, so I was drawn into this story from the first chapter. I believe that there will be a continuation of his story. At least I hope. There is a whole lot more that I would love to find out because I became so connected to these characters that I didn’t want to put the book down. And I didn’t. I started this book after work yesterday and finished it before I went to bed last night because it was that good. If you are a fan of space fantasy as I am, I highly recommend you read 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 Pearman2021-07-21 07:07:562021-07-22 19:34:09Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Karen Pearman
The story Journey’s Through SpaceTime (Journey’s Through Book 1) by James Talisman is a differently amazing read. It hooks you in from the beginning and didn’t let me go until the final page. The book has many different characters. The way the author has developed each character is just astounding. Each character is so unique that they could have between real people in real life. This novel is filled full of adventure and discovers each characters true potential. While this isn’t one of my normal genres that I read, I decided to give it a shot and ended up liking it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Emma Clawsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEmma Clawson2021-07-20 20:40:442021-07-22 19:12:00Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Emma Clawson
Grave Digger Academy by C.A. King is a wonderfully written young adult paranormal novel. This novel is set in an academy for Grave Diggers. What is a Grave Digger? They are the people that keep the dead in the grave from rising up. While some of the characters in this novel say that there is no need for Grave Diggers, they are proven wrong. Follow a young witch with more power than she knows along with her friends in a wonderful story. C.A. King has become one of my favorite young adult authors. While this novel is more toward young adults, adults can read it too and still get a sense of what is going on in the novel. I can’t wait to one click the next novel.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Emma Clawsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEmma Clawson2021-07-20 20:32:252021-07-22 19:09:43Grave Digger Academy (Grave Digger Academy Series Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Emma Clawson
Fantasy, myths, and Ireland is a combination that I just couldn’t turn down. I was a little afraid that it might not be as good as I was wanting it to be in my head, but boy was I wrong! It was better. Gleeson captivated me from the very first chapter.
She moved in-between worlds so beautifully that I never wanted to put this book down. The magic that she brings through Soarise as she’s discovering her past life just leaps off the page.
The way she wove music into this was amazingly done. Not to mention the story moved at a fast pace without many lulls at all.
I am anxiously awaiting the sequel so I can dive more into this world that Gleeson has given us. Upon looking her up I have found that she also write historical fiction, I will defiantly be looking into more of Gleeson’s work.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kimberlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKimberly2021-07-19 20:25:032021-07-22 18:12:40AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Kimberly Shirah
This was my first time reading this author, and I was not disappointed. I really enjoyed this book! The characters and the folklore drew me in immediately.
Saoirse struggles to find her place in the world. The only thing that makes sense to her is music, as it sing to her soul. Then she finds out, she’s not really who she thinks she is. Smithy has been missing a piece of his soul for a very long time. Could Saoirse be the one who completes him? Is he her other half and purpose in the world?
Ireland has fascinated me since I visited with my best friend and this book gave me all the feels. It brought back fond memories of the countryside, the cities, and the folklore. I cannot wait to read the next book in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2021-07-19 20:07:022021-07-22 18:11:16AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Desiree Ottinger
As a lover of fantasy and young adult books, I found this first book in The Forsaken series by Martin Ferguson to be fascinating. The characters are well thought out and their identities and capabilities are shared with the reader opening up to a new world of fantasy.
Alena Athscar loses everything that is precious to her as a young girl. Everything except her relationship with her uncle. Galloping away into the night, they escaped the death and destruction of Arnhold.
As a young woman, Alena, now an apprentice, sets off to complete her trial. She must complete it alone and return with a prize and coin. After choosing the path less traveled, she ends up in Folado’s Fortune Inn where an opportunity to complete her trial presents itself. She completes her trial and slays a siren.
Now a full member of the Guild, the Slayer, her new title, gets an unforeseen opportunity to work for The Sacred in the recovery of one of their Increments. Travel to Stonemere leads the Slayer and her band of reinforcers to a discovery of pure evil. Can the Slayer and her companions stop the evil before it completes its destruction of the town?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Doverhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Dover2021-07-19 20:01:202021-07-22 18:10:37The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Ashley Dover
I honestly have to say I don’t know were to start with this book, and I really don’t think that what I write is going to capture the amazing story. A tale of Celtic fantasy of gods that were finally finding each other in a tale of two lovers torn apart for century’s, finding their love and who they are was such a chilling, loving experience to read. The words and story just fell tighter so amazing that it made you feel like you were there. The twist about what these Celtic Irish gods had gone thou is an amazing twist to everything that is to be said about them. This amazing action Irish music-filled, myth, urban fantasy, of magic with a Celtic twist was so amazingly put together, that I just couldn’t put it down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Reimerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Reimer2021-07-19 15:27:352021-07-22 17:54:51AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Jennifer Reimer
I thoroughly enjoyed this fantasy novel filled with magic, myth, romance and Irish music with a Celtic twist. It’s an original story which held me gripped from start to finish. Failed barista Saoirse and reclusive blacksmith Smithy hear the call of the Irish Gods but can they avoid their fate. Saoirse is happy playing traditional music once a week in a local Dublin pub until her father dies and an unknown grandmother appears upending her life. Music is also Smithy’s love and the one joy that he has left that he feels has a residue of his lost magic to it. Smithy lives in rural Cork working in his forge trying to resist the requests of the Tuatha De Danann who want him to join them in their battle. The battle is against a powerful God who is threatening to destroy the land of Eire. As the Gods conspire and fate intervenes Saoirse and Smithy are bought together as the Gods awaken to answer the call to defend the land even if it means risking death. This “music-filled romantic urban fantasy with a Celtic twist” is a great mix of Irish myth and folklore, music, romance and suspense and I was happily turning the pages well into the night. The author really brings the setting to life making me feel immersed in the storyline and I loved the characters especially Saoirse and Smithy. I found the notes at the end of the book on where the Irish myths and legends had come from fascinating and how to pronounce certain Irish words very helpful. I look forward to reading future books in this 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 Gordon2021-07-19 11:26:012021-07-19 12:58:10AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This book GRIPPED ME right away. It wasn’t something I wanted to put down. It is an action packed fantasy that doesn’t stop. We follow our ruthless woman protagonist and she means business.
Alena and her team of assembled characters including a dwarf and an elf are all in for this adventure. From start to finish I needed to know what was happening and it was truly a wonderful adventure! I CANNOT wait for the next!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Marlowhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Marlow2021-07-19 07:39:082021-07-19 12:54:17The Forsaken: Wraith By Martin Ferguson by Michelle Marlow
Wow this novel is by far one of the best books I have ever read, and I feel like I have a consistent history of finding, picking and reading novels that turn out to be just fantastic reads. I sat down and finished this book in one session and let me tell you I could not put this book down! I have had a long standing interest in the myths and legends of Celtic, Gaelic and Irish origin. My maiden name is McCarty and my ancestors immigrated from Galway, Ireland leaving the surname McCarthy in Galway and switching to McCarty upon arrival to the United States. I got such a kick out of reading this book that was inspired by legends and myths of gods and goddesses that have always interested me, set in the parts of Ireland my family originated from. Then to top it all off Kristin wove this beautiful tale that just kept me intrigued and in love with the characters she created. Saorise is an amazing protagonist and I loved learning about this urban world seeped in myths and legends through her eyes and mind. I am eagerly looking forward to November to read the next book in this series because I can’t wait to see how this story and the characters continue to develop and unfold. In the meantime you will definitely catch me rereading this book! Awakening the Gods (Rise of the Celtic Gods #1) isn’t a book you can only read once for satisfaction, it necessitates the re-reading of it in order to surround oneself with the magic for a little while longer.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christine Taysomhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine Taysom2021-07-18 20:17:122021-07-19 12:08:20AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Christine Taysom 07/18/2021
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