Hook’s Little Mermaid (The Untold Stories BOOK 1) by Suzanna Lynn was full of fiction and adventure. It is a retelling of Captain Hook and his chase of Peter Pan from his point of view.
Captain James Hook used to be a decent guy struggling to make a decent living; he is a pirate. Hook makes it his sole mission to track down and kill the fiend after learning that a boy named Peter Pan played a part in the death of a dear loved one. The captain meets several new allies on his quest for revenge, including a young girl named Red and a fairy named Tinker Bell, all of whom encourage him to rethink his thirst for justice. He goes on a whirlwind journey in Neverland after accidentally rescuing a mermaid. Hook must choose between the chance of a new life with love and his much-desired revenge against Pan after a series of misadventures.
This was a lovely retelling, and I loved every page of it. This is book one, and I would love to read more of this collection.
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Slash & Burn (Nite Fire Book 4) by C. L. Schneider. I have loved this series and this is not my favorite genre so that says a lot. You could read this as a standalone but I recommend reading them in order to get the best enjoyment. We pick back up with Dahlia who is trying to get her life back in order as she is back to trying to save people. As the lies that have been spun for years begin to unravel Dahlia keeps coming back to the first case involving Ella Chandler. This leaves her not knowing who to really trust anymore. Dahlia figures out that if she doesn’t stop this stuff the world could be in jeopardy. Doing back to Dimerea with her team she is met with all kinds of danger. Will Dahlia save not only her City but the world as well. Read Slash & Burn to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2021-03-14 11:55:212021-03-14 17:15:36Slash & Burn (Nite Fire Book 4) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Tausha Treadway
Everyone knows the story of Little Red Riding Hood. Well, at least they think they do. History would have many believe Red was a naïve little girl who brought treats to her grandmother in the dark of the forest. History had it wrong.
After the curse of the wolves came to Timbergard, Red’s father was the only soul brave enough to enter Blakx Forest. However, when the wolves claimed his life, his young daughter took up his bow and began hunting the beasts to fill her need for revenge.
When Captain Hook shows up in the village in search of the rare burning ash that lies on the far borders of the cursed forest, Red agrees to help get him safely through the dangerous land.
The trek through the forest becomes precarious when the group is cornered by a pack of wolves. Red is forced to make a decision that will alter the lives of everyone, including individuals she has yet to meet.
Author Suzanna Lynn is a happily married, full-time mother of three beautiful, energetic children, and lives in a small town nestled in the deep rolling hills of Missouri.
Growing up in the Ozarks, Suzanna spent her childhood wandering the fields and woods surrounding her home. While most children avoided the dark corners of the woods, she sought them out; imagining them to be filled with fairies, dragons and all number of creatures.
Having not lost her childhood imagination, Suzanna has written numerous poems, songs and short stories that won various awards in high school and college. Her dream was to, one day, be an author.
In 2014 she decided to stop wishing she could publish a book and made the dream a reality when she released The Bed Wife.
That first novella gave birth to two more books, completing the series, and stirred the embers of a new five-book series called The Untold Stories. She has since published stand alone novels, and even has several children’s books in the works.
When she’s not busy writing or spending time with her family, Suzanna loves to draw and paint, as well as scrapbooking. She also has been known to volunteer with her children’s school, the Ladies Auxiliary, and even the local zoo!
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I really loved this book; it is a Victorian romance retake of the childhood fairy tale Beauty and the beast. The story is centered around three girls, Lily, Rose and Poppy and Rose’s romance with a wealthy rude beast, Sir Griffin. Their father, obsessed with a rose called Mab’s perfection attempts to steal it from Sir Griffin, and later loses all his three daughters to him in a gamble for the rose. The three daughters take up work in Sir Griffin’s household to pay off their debts, Lily becomes the official housekeeper, Rose takes charge of the garden work and Poppy becomes his unwarranted secretary. But Rose starts falling for Sir Griffin and the beast also softens towards her. But there are obstacles for their romance to succeed and the curse on the house and Sir Griffin to be lifted. This is a very charming story and has all the elements of the fairy tale intact. The beast is rude, the house has its magical charms, the garden holds the magic flowers and the library has the magical books. But unlike the fairy tale the book has three sisters instead of one, and then there is a deceptive fairy magic which is at work to blind Sir Griffin from seeing his true love. I enjoy books from Byrd Nash, it has a dash of the Victorian romance twist to the fairy tales and it is a feast to read. Looking forward to more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anantha Rusumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnantha Rusum2021-03-13 22:02:552021-03-14 06:52:13Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anantha Rusum
The World Beyond the Walls is the third book in the Natural Forces series. While it could be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the previous books in the series. It is easy to get lost in this story right away. You feel like you are living the adventure with the characters. The world building is excellent and the twists and surprises will keep you turning the pages. I read the whole book in one sitting just so I could find out how everything turned out. I enjoyed the way the paranormal elements were woven into the story – very different than most paranormal books. It’s a wonderful blend of fantasy and paranormal storytelling.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Naomi McDonaldhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNaomi McDonald2021-03-13 18:56:262021-03-13 20:46:45The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill – Review by Naomi McDonald
I loved this sweet romance and retelling of Beauty and the Beast set in a Victorian England in 1890. This is a really original and unique take on a well known and loved fairytale. With a mix of historical romance, fairytale fantasy and sweet romance this story had me happily turning the pages and I read this novella in one sitting. This was an enjoyable and lighthearted read with plenty of humour in the narrative and the storyline was a twist on the traditional tale as old as time. Three sisters have to intervene so they can determine their own fate when their father loses a game of cards to the local recluse, Sir Griffin Garrick. Lily, the oldest is not afraid of hard work and so takes over as his housekeeper, Rose loves the outdoors and so works in his forgotten garden whilst the youngest, Poppy acts as his secretary. The three sisters find the reclusive’s house strange as it’s full of books on magic and rooms that keep moving. Out of the three women it is Rose who could be the key to unraveling Griffin’s curse but first he must recognise what is real and what is fairy magic. I loved the descriptive narrative and wonderful world building throughout this novella and it made me feel immersed in the story. The storyline flows well and the characters come alive due to the authors vivid descriptions of them. A lovely heartwarming and engaging read.
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 Gordon2021-03-13 17:21:462021-03-13 20:45:15Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jennifer Gordon
I enjoyed this young adult story. This is a story that would be great for any young adult who is looking for an adventure. This is a newer author for me, I can’t wait to see what is next for her. This is a well developed story that has pirates, creatures, magic and is just full of action. The characters are great, strong, and creative. They took me on an adventure and I enjoyed watching their growth. I had no problems relating to them as they brought the story to life on every page. The girl in this story is faced with choices but will the ocean Light make her question if she made the right choice. The Light is dangerous, full of power and calls out to the girl. What will happen next? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens with the girl and the Light. An adventure you don’t want to miss.
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 Wagner2021-03-13 14:26:412021-03-13 20:01:58Ocean’s Light (Blood of the Pirate BOOK 1) by Mina Chara – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Granted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire. This is a very short coming of age story. Its includes magic, teenage romance, ginns and mystery. Its the story of a genie who is controlling the destiny of 16 year old Liam. Liam knows something is going on with him but is not sure what. He knows he sees things others don’t see and he knows when colors appear someone is mad, angry or upset. So his theory is to lay low and not be in the spotlight ever! When the Jinn appears and offers him 3 wishes what will he do? He has a great crush on a girl but he knows not to get around her because he’s afraid of what will happen. He feel totally alone because he is being raised by his mom only and he doesn’t want to worry her. What will happen to Liam? Read this fun coming of age story to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2021-03-13 13:34:562021-03-13 19:59:16Granted: Curse of the Emerald Jinn by Rachel Huffmire – Review by Tausha Treadway
Hook’s Little Mermaid: The Untold Stories By Suzanna Lynn
This is the untold story about Captain Hook and how he got the name Captain Hook and why he doesn’t like Peter Pan. For fans of Peter Pan and Captain Hook this is a must read. I love books that fill in the blanks, it gives us another way to look at the history between the two characters. At first his name is James Shaw but during the story he changes his name to Captain Hook, this story explains why this happens and why he sets out to find Pan. This is a very good story. I encourage everyone to read this.
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I really enjoyed this twist and remake of the story of Beauty and the Beast. I loved the characters and how it kept the story of the spell being broken by love.
On the edge of town in a house lives Sir Griffin Garrick. He is a man who likes his own company and the rumours are he is a horrible rude man. Some even call him a beast.
So when he wins a game with a local man his prize is to have his 3 daughters. How these 3 women would change his life he could never have seen happening.
Lily is the eldest and set to be married she takes the job of housekeeper to restore the beautiful home to its former glory.
Rose is the middle daughter and her love of flowers and gardens sees her tending to the garden. She hopes to bring it back to life and also to thaw the heart of the beast.
Poppy is the youngest and as a student of magic she is tasked to work out what or who caused the spell on Griffin and how they can remove it.
Little do all 3 sisters know that the answer is easier than they think and all it takes is love to break the curse. Love and the help of a red rose.
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 Carr2021-03-13 10:28:262021-03-13 19:50:41Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Kerry Carr
What an AMAZING read by Byrd Nash….. I absolutely adore fairytale retellings and I recently fell in love with historical romances, add some magic and this book is a triple thread that you definitely should read. It’s a short story that packs a punch with the exceptional world building and character development that Byrd Nash put into it. Only Fter reading this did I see that this is book 2 so it can be read as a standalone and I’m definitely grabbing book 1
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenique Bornmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenique Bornman2021-03-13 00:54:012021-03-13 06:13:13Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jenique Bornman
This historical romance fairytale version of beauty and the beast is a great read for all ages. It doesn’t take long to fall in like with this story and you won’t want to put it down. Byrd Nash does a great job leaving readers wanting additonal versions on her take of those classic fairytales. Can’t wait to for more in this series of reads
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What a fun read!! She definitely keeps you guessing as to what will happen next as you read! Truly, didn’t want to put it down, and only did because I had to sleep!
I was surprised by the author’s reason for Captain Hook’s intense dislike for Peter Pan. It humanized him to the point that you couldn’t help but see Hook in a different light because of his misadventures in the book. I appreciated that she didn’t paint him as the villain that most people associate him with when they hear the name Captain Hook.
Because she also intermingled some other tale’s characters throughout this book, it’s hard to not feel that they are a foreshadowing of what is to come in this series! Can’t wait to read what comes next!
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So I really enjoyed the first book in this series so I was excited to start the second one especially as it’s beauty and the beast and that is my favourite fairytale so high expectations. Maybe that’s where I went wrong though having high expectations. It was good but it just wasn’t amazing. The dad loses a game of cards and as the story goes he trades his daughter away for a rose to the beast. His daughter take charge of their own fates. Lily becomes the housekeeper at the manor and Poppy beigns reading magic books and becomes his secrety. Rose then begins to work magic in his garden. She is going to be the key to unravel the curse that is on him. Although as we all know it’s never simple. If you enjoy retellings and fairytales and magic and little bit of historical romance this is your book.
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Price of a Rose: A Beauty and Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) By Byrd Nash 4 Stars
This is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. I love fairytales and I think that the author did a good job with this one. There is magic, a curse, the beast and a happily ever after. This is where the similarities end. In this story, the father gambles for a rose and loses his three daughters. The sisters go to Thorn Hill Manor on their own terms and decide to help the beast in their own way. Lily becomes the housekeeper to clean and refresh the house, Rose decides to revive the gardens as this is her strength and Poppy being the youngest becomes his secretary. The author adds some twists to keep it interesting. The characters are kind and compassionate. My favourite had to be Poppy. She is a headstrong fourteen year old with a will of her own. The story is charming and enjoyable. You won’t be disappointed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anna Hirschhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnna Hirsch2021-03-12 04:01:472021-03-12 06:10:20Price of a Rose: A Beauty and Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Anna Hirsch
Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock is a YA fantasy story. It is an interesting and original premise that started out a little slow but soon made up for it. The fast moving plot has multiple layers woven in to it with religious overtones, myth and folklore. Theresa has beautifully written and cleverly crafted a story where the world building and its characters have depth and are complex in their telling.
With magic and guardians, immortality and mystery it has something for everyone to enjoy. You won’t be disappointed and you won’t want to put it down.
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 Bishop2021-03-12 02:50:112021-03-12 06:09:07Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock – Review by Jenni Bishop
Hook’s Little Mermaid: Captain Hook crosses paths with an enchanting mermaid, as he seeks revenge against Peter Pan. (The Untold Stories Book 1) by Suzanna Lynn is a YA fantasy and her take on a historically loved characters and their adventures. Fantasy meets fairy tale as we have a brand new look and feel for the Captain and how he came to be Hook. I loved the original and unique twist Suzanna put on these stories to give us a read that is riveting and enjoyable. Neverland will never look the same again. The ending is not one you expect. I will let you discover the intricacies that Suzanna has seamlessly woven together.
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Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash. So this was a great story and I was very excited to read it as beauty and the beast is by far my favorite story. This was definitely a unique telling of my favorite story and I really enjoyed it. The characters are complex and bring the storyline to life. It’s different and I found myself completely lost in the pages. The author does a wonderful job of capturing a timeless tale and breathing a new life into it. I liked this one just as much as the first and I can’t wait to see where the author takes readers next. Five big stars all the way and highly recommended!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Kearney2021-03-11 20:28:252021-03-11 23:17:37Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Katie Kearney
The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill. Once again I found myself surprised at how easy I found myself lost inside this book, not for anything bad but it’s just not my usual reading. But this author definitely knows how to pull people in and takes them on an adventure they won’t forget. Even the smallest details are complex and you can tell a lot of time and heart goes into these books. The characters immediately pulled me in and I love the journey we got to go on with them. I do recommend reading these in order. Trust me if you’re on the fence about this series just take the leap it’s completely worth it. Four big stars and highly recommended.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Kearney2021-03-11 20:17:032021-03-11 23:17:12The World Beyond the Walls: epic dystopian eco-fantasy (Natural Forces Book 3) by Jean Gill – Review by Katie Kearney
C.L. Schneider has not disappointed me with this installment of the Nite Fire series. Her descriptive writing style keeps me turning the pages. There were a few twists and turns and keeping me on the edge of my seat. The character development is complex and fully developed. Dahlia is back, who just happens to be my favorite character. She is an action character that keeps me on my toes. There is a charge afoot. Will it be a good change or a bad change? I highly recommend this story because it will be eye opening to say the least.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2021-03-11 14:06:152021-03-11 14:32:32Slash & Burn (Nite Fire Book 4) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Erica FIsh
This book is what you get if fantasy and religion had a baby…. I was pleasantly surprised by this completely different storyline. I can honestly say that I have never read anything like it. The Author has a really innovative way of taking aspects from religion, fantasy, folklore and reality and weaving it into an AMAZING book. The character development is absolutely great. My only criticism is that it took a while for the book to grab me. But once it did I couldn’t stop
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenique Bornmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenique Bornman2021-03-11 07:49:422021-03-11 14:25:07Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock – Review by Jenique Bornman
I enjoyed this young adult version of Peter Pan. This would be a great story that any young adult would enjoy reading. This is a story that will take you on an adventure with pirates, revenge, and even some romance. This is a well developed story that brings a world of fantasy with magic to life. The characters are creative which made the story fun and entertaining to read. Where will this adventure take Pan and the rest of the characters and what will happen with the choices they will have to make? 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 Wagner2021-03-11 07:27:412021-03-11 14:21:53Hook’s Little Mermaid (The Untold Stories BOOK 1) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Bobbi Wagner
C. L. Schneider treats us to another installment in her fantastic urban fantasy series. I am a big fan of her writing style, and the complexity of her world building and characters. There is also a great balance between emotion and action. I highly recommend Nite Fire: Slash & Burn, Book 4. My only warning is that this series should be read in order because the developments are chronological.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Wolbeckhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Wolbeck2021-03-10 19:46:152021-03-10 20:08:43Slash & Burn (Nite Fire Book 4) by C. L. Schneider – Review by Jennifer Wolbeck
C. L. Schneider treats us to another installment in her fantastic urban fantasy series. I am a big fan of her writing style, and the complexity of her world building and characters. There is also a great balance between emotion and action. I highly recommend Nite Fire: Smoke & Mirrors, Book 3. My only warning is that this series should be read in order because the developments are chronological.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Wolbeckhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Wolbeck2021-03-10 19:36:062021-03-10 20:07:39Smoke & Mirrors (Nite Fire Book 3) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Jennifer Wolbeck
C. L. Schneider treats us to another installment in her fantastic urban fantasy series. I am a big fan of her writing style, and the complexity of her world building and characters. There is also a great balance between emotion and action. I highly recommend Nite Fire: Chain Reaction, Book 2. My only warning is that this series should be read in order because the developments are chronological
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Wolbeckhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Wolbeck2021-03-10 19:22:152021-03-10 20:05:46Chain Reaction (Nite Fire Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Jennifer Wolbeck
Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale is the second book in the Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings series by Byrd Nash. I have read most of Ms. Nash’s other books now and I can honestly say that this is definitely my favourite of them all (so far). As the title would suggest, this is a historical fantasy and an original retelling of the classic fairytale, Beauty & the Beast. The story is so wonderfully woven – with magic, enchantments, curses, beasts, fairies, mystery, danger, hidden agendas, a little humour, a wager, a game, and full of rich historical details. Byrd Nash certainly knows how to tell an enchanting story- as she easily pulled me into her ‘world’ on the very first page- and had me captivated the whole way through. I loved her characters and was completely invested in them and the outcome of the story. I also loved all the little twists she added to make the story uniquely hers. I was so taken with the world she created, that the story ended before I was ready to leave. Now I can’t wait to see what she does next. I need her next book like yesterday.
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 Hayes2021-03-10 18:02:542021-03-10 20:03:10Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Angela Hayes
Price of a Rose: A Beauty & Beast Tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings #2) by Byrd Nash
The second book by Byrd Nash in the Fairytale Retelling Series. In this book we get to see a new version of Beauty and the Beast. Beast has three Beauty’s instead of one. Byrd Nash has a certain way of retelling the fairytales.
Sir Griffin has found himself in a bit of a dilemma. He now has a debt to receive from Mr. Parker. His three daughters. The quote I chose for Sir Griffin is: “Do not remove anything from the grounds of Thorn Hall. I shall know if you do.”
Lily is the eldest Parker daughter at the age of 25. She is soon to be married and will leave her sisters behind. When she learns what went down between her father and Sir Griffin, she goes to see what she could do to get out of it. The quote I chose for Lily is: “I don’t know. I imagine a house that size would have one. Give me a few days to get my feet under me, before you visit.”
Rose is the middle Parker daughter at 21. She loves the garden and spends most of her time out there. When she and Lily go to Thorn Hall she finds the roses. She is the only one who has seen Sir Griffin. The quote I chose for Rose is: “Why be a domestic? We may be daughters of a city-man in trade, but our position in society is not so low.”
Poppy is the youngest Parker sister at 14. She’s too young to be married so her sisters try to find what she could do to pay off her part of the debt. When her father questions where the oldest are she tellls him. The quote I chose for Poppy is: “Lily is the new housekeeper at Thorn Hall, and Rose is helping Sir Griffin with his garden. They are paying off your gambling debt.”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2021-03-10 10:42:122021-03-10 17:18:12Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Amanda Kimble
How I loved this story. I love fairy tales anyway and Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash is a wonderful retelling. That might stop some folks but all the stories we tell are just a retelling of a basic theme. All of them. This one is masterfully done. I love how the magic doesn’t override the humanity, that the story is not just about magic. It’s a perfect mix. I do love a good clean love story and this one certainly satisfied that appetite.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jonell Collinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJonell Collins2021-03-09 22:02:382021-03-10 07:07:53Price of a Rose: a Beauty and Beast tale (Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings Book 2) by Byrd Nash – Review by Jonell Collins
Theresa Pocock is a new author to me. I enjoyed her writing style. She has a very descriptive vocabulary. This story has an engaging plotline. It is full of action and magic. The characters are fully developed and complex in nature. The characters made me want to turn the pages to find out what was going to happen next. Miriam is the main character and made me flip through the pages. She has magic and she is wanting to give it up. In comes Seth, his parents, and his sister who has cancer. Seth is trying to fight for his sister but his parents have checked out. Miriam and Seth are going to meet by chance. I highly recommend this book to see what happens between Miriam and Seth not to mention to see what happens with Seth’s sister.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erica Fishhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErica Fish2021-03-09 20:30:102021-03-10 07:07:25Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock – Review by Erica Fish
Theresa Pocock really did a fantastic job bringing this book to life. I wasn’t sure what to expect as she was a new author to me but the concept sounded original and gripping enough to give it a go for sure, and I was not disappointed that I picked this up at all. The story has lots of elements to it, fantasy, magic, and a world built with such detail you feel as if your feet are firmly planted there with the characters. This is definitely quite the story and my only complaint is at a few times I felt lost or like the writing became detached just a bit. For me it seemed to work itself out quickly and so that wasn’t a terrible issue. I really enjoyed this read and with a cliffhanger like the one at the end of this, I will definitely want to dive into the next book if there is one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2021-03-09 19:13:292021-03-10 07:06:52Guardians of the Garden by Theresa Pocock – Review by Liz Vrchota
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