Kissing The Kavalier by Annette Nauraine was a really good read! I was instantly enraptured with the characters and storyline, and once I started reading this novel I didn’t want to put it down. For a historical romance, it was very interesting in the fact that you have the female main character dressing as a male. Since that was very taboo during that time period, it was very interesting to read about. I was shocked at the steam this novel produced! It was the perfect amount that left you wanting more. I was on the edge of my seat with most of this novel as well. I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2021-04-01 21:51:372021-04-01 23:28:49Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Rachel Moss
This is Annette Nauraine’s debut romance novel, and if this is what we can expect from her then wow! This book is a historical romance with inspiration from the opera Arabella, that follows Matteo and Zdenka on a journey they never expected. The language in this book paints vivid pictures that explode in your mind’s eye as you read. You are just drawn into the pages of the story. Matteo and Zdenka must overcome pain and fear of the truth coming out in order to find the love that could save them both
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Collierhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Collier2021-03-31 07:52:342021-03-31 17:03:28Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Michelle Collier
Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine is a delightful historical romance set in 1867 Austria. It is rich in culture and details and gives you a vivid image of her narrative.
Countess Zdenka bucks all social convention when she sets about to find a husband for her sister but inadvertently falls for the one person she shouldn’t.
Kissing the Kavalier is Annette’s debut book and a poignant love story based on the opera, Arabella.
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 Bishop2021-03-30 23:09:522021-03-31 17:00:10Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Jenni Bishop
I really enjoyed this wonderfully written historical romance by author Nauraine, set in Vienna in 1867 the story is a reimagining of the opera, Arabella by Richard Strauss. Countess Zdenka Waldner must save her family’s farm from her father’s gambling debts and find her sister, Arabella a rich husband if she is to fulfil her dream. In order for Zdenka to live out her life on the farm and be free of all the rules and expectations of the Viennese Society, especially that she should marry, she masquerades as Arabella’s younger brother. However her plan of dressing and playing the part of a man to help chaperone her sister gets even more complicated when she meets and falls in love with a Kavalier.
Lieutenant Matteo von Ritter, is a veteran of the Austro-Prussian war, who has vowed to care for his injured men but having met Arabella Waldner, Matteo recruits who he believes is her brother, Zdenko to deliver love letters to her but in fact it is really Zdenka. It is also Zdenka and not Arabella that he is trading letters with and he is in fact falling in love with the wrong sister. When the inevitable happens and Zdenka is found out she must save her dream, her sister’s engagement and Matteo’s honour but can she also save their relationship and his love for her even when her deception is unravelled.
The authors descriptive narrative really bought the era, the setting and the characters to life and made me feel fully immersed in the story. You can tell that the author has done her research for this novel and I found the ‘note on the opera’ at the beginning fascinating and I referred to the helpful glossary of terms whilst reading. The storyline captivated me as did the characters and the narrative flowed well making this an enjoyable and engaging read and one which I could not put down. I definitely recommend this heartwarming and sweet timeless romance.
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 Gordon2021-03-27 17:17:052021-03-27 20:12:46Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine is a well written historical romance that completely drew me in. I loved the characters in this book and the romance that builds between them. The way it comes about is so heartwarming and really made me connect with the two of them. You could feel the chemistry from the moment you started reading. The book felt accurate for the time period it was written in and I liked that it was set in Austria. Most books in this genre I have read are set in England so this was a refreshing change. This is a new author to me and I enjoyed how she approached the book. The writing style had a great flow about it and she did a great job of building up the story and the characters. I really enjoyed this book and I will certainly be looking to read more from her in the future.
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 Baker2021-03-18 05:32:542021-03-18 07:51:07Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Kerry Baker
Interesting plot, one sister needing to marry off her sister in order to be able to have the life she wants. Good story,great characters complete with turns and twists. Who doesn’t love a story like this. This is my first book by this author, Annette Nauraine put a lot of work into this story and it shows. I highly recommend this book, you will not be disappointed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kimberly Griffithshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKimberly Griffiths2021-03-17 08:13:522021-03-17 20:02:05Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Kimberly Griffiths
Kissing the Kavalier is a wonderfully written Historical Romance that I found myself lost in the pages and couldn’t stop reading till the end. This is a new to me author that I definitely will be checking out more of what she has written. This is a story that takes place in Austria during the time where being married was the thing to be. Countess Zdenka doesn’t expect to be falling in love that is until she dresses up as a man and then she meets Kavalier. Has she put everything at risk of being lost? Find out what happens next in this absolute must read. I truly enjoyed reading this story. I’m a huge lover of Historical Romance and this author definitely did it justice. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2021-03-17 04:42:202021-03-17 08:07:33Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
This is a new author for me. I enjoyed this romantic historical story. I look forward to reading more in the future. This is a great romance story that takes place in Austria and during a time where being married is the thing to be. Falling in love is not expected for Countess Zdenka or so she thinks until she dresses up as a male and meets Kavalier. So now she is faced with the deception of what she has done. Is she at risk for losing the man she is falling for and risking her sister’s engagement? This is truly a great story that I found to be easy to read, fun and entertaining. I enjoyed the chemistry and the realisticness they brought to the story. I highly recommend this book.
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Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine. This was a great book. I loved every page. Its the story of Countess Zdenka Waldner who is doing everything she can to save her family farm. She is also trying to find her sister, Arabella a suitable husband. Zdenka sees no other way to do that unless she pretends she is a man so she can chaperone her sister. When they meet Lt. Matteo von Ritter who is recently back from the war sparks fly between Matteo and Arabella. Little does he know that when he hires a messenger to take letters back and forth to Arabella its her sister Zdenka. Instead of letting Arabella write back to Matteo Zdenka takes matters in her own hands and answers them. Zdenka ends up falling in love with Matteo and doesn’t know what to do about it. Will he forgive her and will they be able to have a relationship? Will Zdenka find Arabella a beau or will Matteo choose Arabella? Read this great book to find out!
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I loved this book so, so much. Historical romance is my favourite genre to read, I love being transported back and the author did an AMAZING job with this story. The detail she went into was incredible and I really felt like I was right there with the characters at times. Countess Zdenka Waldner was a fantastic heroine to read about – I loved her from the very beginning. I loved that the author included explanations of some of the words using during the story, it meant that it was easy to read for me and definitely helped with the flow of the story too. I 100% recommend this story – it was a wonderful read and I cannot wait to read more from Ms Naurarine again in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2021-03-16 13:15:212021-03-16 22:04:37Kissing the Kavalier by Annette Nauraine – Review by Katie Matthews
What an amazing book! I loved the concept – not your typical romance. I love a good period piece and really enjoyed how Nauraine developed this storyline and these characters. It definitely explores what one is willing to do for their family as well as the lengths someone will go to for their heart. Loved it.
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Headstrong Countess Zdenka Waldner dreams of a future on her ancestral farm, free of Viennese Society’s rules or expectations to marry. But to save the farm from her father’s gambling debts, she must help find her sister, Arabella, a rich husband. Tasked with chaperoning Arabella, Zdenka masquerades as her younger brother.
Falling in love with a handsome and passionate Kavalier was not part of the plan.
Lieutenant Matteo von Ritter, veteran of the Austro-Prussian war, vows to spend his life caring for his injured men. He has no tolerance for ordinary women, but Arabella Waldner appears to be extraordinary. In need of a messenger, Matteo recruits her charming brother to deliver a series of love letters.
Unbeknownst to Matteo, he is trading letters—and falling in love—with Zdenka.
When her deception unravels, can Zdenka save her dream, her sister’s engagement, Matteo’s honor, and his love?
Annette Nauraine is a wife, recovering opera singer, mom of two, Doodle mom, lover of music, books, history, opera, and dogs. She has written for Journey, Opera, Operanews and Classical Singer. She spends her time trying to keep ahead of everything life has to offer and enjoying love and laughter.
She is currently working on a series of six books called The Marriage Survivors Club about six, diverse, 50-something Episcopalian women, praying, cursing, drinking and laughing their way through menopause. All while trying unsuccessfully not to fall in love.
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Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews was amazing. This is the second book in this series and I definitely recommend reading the first book before this one. I was so excited for this book after reading the first. You find romance, time travel, fantasy, action and adventure along with so much more. This book continues the journey of Maggie and Will, but can they stay safe? How will things work during their journey together? I became so hooked on this book, the way the author brings it to life is amazing, and then the characters no matter who they are, are amazing!!! I love this and I can’t wait to see what comes next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Taylor2021-02-11 20:43:512021-02-12 08:55:10Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Amanda Taylor
4 Stars Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews
Ride with the Moonlight is the second book in the Thunder on the Moor series by Andrea Matthews. I recommend reading the first book if you haven’t already but thus can be read as a standalone. This is a time travel historical romance that I once you dive in its hard to put down. Will and Maggie go through quite a lot . She’s a time traveler. He’s sentenced to hang and she’s sent back to her family. Will the plan set in motion be enough to save Will and reunite the two? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2021-02-06 05:16:382021-02-06 05:16:38Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
Thunder on the Moor (Thunder On The Moor #1) by Andrea Matthews
This is the first book I’ve read by this author. It was a great book and I’m looking forward to the next one. This is the first book in the Thunder On The Moor Series.
Maggie is the daughter of a 16th century man who was brought to the future. She’s heard what she thought were stories. Only to find out that they’re not just stories. The quote I chose for Maggie is: “Regardless, it would do us all good to get away.”
Robert is from the 16th century and from Scotland. He’s brought from the past to the future. There four hundred years into the future he meets his wife and had a kid. The quote I chose for Robert is: “Have nae fear, laddie, if I’d wanted to kill ye, ye’d be long since gone. Me kin, on the other hand, mightna take so kindly to such as you, so ye’d best be watching yerself. Now I see ye’ve already secured yer own jack, but the rest of what ye’ll be needing is in the car. Get yerself dressed, aye. We have some work to do.”
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 Kimble2021-02-06 05:14:292021-02-06 05:14:29Thunder on the Moor (Thunder on the Moor #1) by Andrea Matthews-Review by Amanda Kimble
Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder On The Moor #2) by Andrea Matthews
This is the second book I’ve read by Matthews. The second book in the Thunder On The Moor Series. Better than the first and easier to read.
Maggie has saved Will from her family. She soon finds herself in quite some trouble. Having to go back to Ian isn’t something she wants to do. Losing her family is also something she doesn’t want to do. The quote I chose for Maggie is: “But don’t you see? You’ll be condemning me to far worse. My life’s already spent, my very heart hanging from a gibbet for the crows to . . . Please don’t let Geordie hand me over to Ian. I’m begging you.”
Will has fallen for Maggie. He doesn’t know how things are going to go considering that her family is after him. He soon finds that things aren’t going well. The quote I chose for Will is: “Ye canna blame yerself for believing Ian Rutherford’s lies. He’s a wicked creature, that one, with a silver tongue. Ye werena the only one to be deceived. Even yer Uncle Geordie believed him, and he’s a canny auld fox, or so me brother Walt says.”
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 Kimble2021-02-06 05:13:572021-02-06 05:13:57Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor #2) by Andrea Matthews-Review by Amanda Kimble
Ride with the Moonlight by Andrea Matthews is the second book in the Thunder On the Moor series. This can easily be read as a standalone story but I highly recommend reading the series in order just for a better flow to the series. This is a fun historical romance read. Maggie is a time traveler and she has traveled to the sixteenth century with her family. Will be Scotland of the past be what Maggie expects? The story is well thought out and I enjoyed the different characters. She is in the middle of political intrigue between England and Scotland and unsure who to trust. I really like the story and look forward to how it progresses in the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2021-02-05 18:51:142021-02-05 19:34:27Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Sheri Schrader
This novel continues with Maggie and Will’s story which began in ‘Thunder on the Moor’, and I would recommend reading that book before this one to thoroughly enjoy the story. Having read and loved book one I was looking forward to this second instalment of Matthews’s historical romance series which has a time travelling paranormal twist. Time traveler Maggie Armstrong and sixteenth century Border reiver Will Foster are now together after Maggie saved Will from her family. However, Maggie’s Scottish kin are not happy that she has run off with an Englishman especially as her uncle has plans to marry her off to Scotsman Ian Rutherford. There is also danger from Will’s family who are not happy that he’s risking his life to be with a Scottish women. This novel is full of drama, suspense, and romance and I was hooked from page one. Having fallen in love with the main characters, Maggie and Will in book one I was completely immersed in their story and could not put this book down. The authors descriptive narrative really bought both the characters and the setting to life and I felt as though I was in the sixteenth century. The author obviously knows this time period well and I found this novel to be a good mix of history and romance. An enjoyable and engaging read, which I definitely recommend.
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 Gordon2021-02-05 16:32:362021-02-05 16:45:49Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Jennifer Gordon
So, the second instalment in the Thunder on the Moor series, and I was chuffed. It really kept the feel of the first one going nicely, and I was instantly tugged back into the world without any of the massive reading pains of not remembering who was who and what the actual jeff was going on. Obviously, I think a lot of that enlightenment had to do with the fact I had actually read the first book instead of doing my usual trick of jumping into a series mid-way. Still, I think it says something about the strength of the world and the characters that Matthew has created, that even after a few months of not having some quality time with the ole chaps, I still sunk into this book as if no time had passed, all the characters having the familiarity of an old friend that I had just forgotten to message for a while. This story picks up pretty much where the other one left off Will and Maggie, who swooningly ended up falling in love with each other after a trifle load of misunderstandings threatened to get in the way. Now though, they have a teeny tiny problem as, while they knew that Maggie’s family might be a smidge angry with her for taking the side of an Englishman and falling in love with him to boot, they had not prepared for trouble on Will’s end as well. The arsy warden decides that he doesn’t like an Englishman galivanting with a Scottish lass and effectively sends out a warrant for his arrest and while Maggie and Will do everything to evade capture, it becomes impossible. Once again separated, Will faces almost certain death, and Maggie faces a fate almost on par with death – being married to Ian, the massive dick from the first book, who I wish someone would just bonk on the head and do us all a favour. Anywho, Maggies family are dead set on the union regardless of what Maggie herself wants, and you know the fact that Ian is the devil incarnate who happened to murder her father. Meanwhile, news has reached Will’s family of his unfortunate predicament and they begin to formulate a plan to put a stop to his execution. It’s a good strong second book, sometimes I find that the second instalment of a series can feel a little bit weak and limp, grinding to a halt because all the momentum from the first book just isn’t there, but Matthews keeps the pace going nicely and all of the awesome things I loved about the first book were present in this one too. Awesome writing and some gorgeous description that made me want to go and stand majestically on a hilltop somewhere. A wonderful write that I thoroughly enjoyed, even if Ian did piss me off something rotten.
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Is the frist book of the series by Andrea Matthews. Its an interesting read and the time travelling is set in Scotland. Maggie is an all round good character she’s also resourceful and adventuresous. This is a highly entertaining book. A lovely glimsp of history.
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This is the second book of Thunder on the Moor Book which is set in Scotland. This book has everything, a time travel romance, fantasy, action, adventure, betrayal, family dynamics, danger, murder, tragedy, tension, drama, angst, suspense, emotion, and history there is so much going on at once. Maggie and her family travel back in time. Will they find what they are looking for. Will and Maggie are finally together but how long will their happiness last.
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This is the second installment of the Thunder On The Moor series and sees the return of Maggie Armstrong and Will Foster as they are resting in a field by his family’s home, after the trials of the past couple of days, they feel they are allowed a little rest, as they go over what had transpired over again, but her family back in Scotland are already planning ways to get her back after the last debacle she caused by the river and making them walk all the way home in stocking feet, he is livid, but he knows that he can’t just ride straight back out and get her, no matter how much Ian Rutherford complains about it and decides to file a bill with the warden against the Fosters instead. Ian is more livid than anything and is worried about what will happen to Maggie in between now and the Day of Truce when the bill will be heard, especially knowing what Bonnie Will is like with the ladies, but he is pacified with the thought of currying favour with the Armstrongs if the worst should happen while she is with him.
As time passes in the Foster household, Maggie and Will are constantly being removed from the others’ presence so that they don’t get up to any mischief under his mothers watch until they have their handfasting and make their union an official one with witnesses. The revelations are not over yet when she finds out that her closest friend and one of her dad’s closest friends are more family than she knew, but that he didn’t know and she couldn’t tell him either, even if the other had died, but knowing that did explain the closeness of the two. Meanwhile, trouble is brewing when someone goes to the warden sooner than expected and tell them about the whole Foster-Armstrong story and what has been happening and so the warden makes the decision that Will Foster will be charged with March Treason for for fraternizing with a Scot and will .be sentenced to hang by the neck until dead.
When word of the charge and sentence reach the Fosters as they go to Hexham on market day, it is decided that Will and Maggie will go into hiding until it has all blown over with one of Will’s brothers who is good at tracking to make it easier for them, they leave with all the haste they can up into the hills, but in his absence, other bills are put against him and as his family refuse to both give up his location or stand in his stead, the decision is made to put opposing bills in to counteract them. When Maggie overhears what the punishment will if Will doesn’t appear, she takes matters into her own hands and heads back home to her family to try and spare will his punishment, even if it means that she has to wed Ian, but when Will is arrested while trying to find Maggie, his family has other ideas and so plans are put into place which are daring and dangerous for them all, but will their plans come to fruition, or will the two be separated and their worst fears come to pass?
This is another fast paced part of the whirlwind which is life for the Border Reivers and not one to be missed.
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This is a tale of Scotland vs England in the 16th Century but with a 20th Century twist, Maggie Armstrong is a strong willed young woman, she takes after her dad for that one, it isn’t surprising because she was brought up on tales of his past, of the Border Reivers and their adventures, including an old picture of a portrait from the time, without knowing exactly how long ago his past actually was. It is summertime and Maggie wants to go to a dig in the USA, but her dad feels that it is time to go to Scotland with her, he says it is to meet his family, but she thinks it is just another archeological dig, but she can’t understand why she has to dress the part as well when they get to their destination. That is until he says that they are going back to the 16th Century and when all hell breaks loose with wind, sparks of light and then a calm which is broken by some scottish voices hailing them from a distance on horseback with an Englishman thrown over one of their saddles.
As the riders approach them, one of the recognises her father and dismounts to give him a bear hug and then she is introduced to them, in all the excitement the Englishman escapes the groups clutches, but he is allowed to go for now, there is more excitement to be had with the prodigal son returning after all this time and as they set off to her dad’s ancestral home, it finally sinks in that Maggie is indeed in the 16th Century and so far, it is just like her father described, the deciding fact is that she sees the spitting image of the man from the portrait in her fathers book, she almost goes to where she has spotted him until her father pulls her back and reminds her of the dangers surrounding her.
As Maggie becomes more acquainted with the immediate family, it is decided that a celebration is in order and the whole of the family is invited and there are a lot of them there, but one in particular catches Maggie’s eye and she catches his at the same time, so they are introduced by a cousin as Ian Rutherford and they spend the evening talking to each other and spending time together, but this doesn’t go unnoticed by her father or her uncle. As time passes, they seem keen on each other and as the time dictates, Ian asks for permission to court Maggie and also to begin the process for a betrothal, this is a bit much for Maggie and she starts to protest as her 20th Century independence balks at the idea of it, however, as time goes on, she slowly comes to the realisation that these two worlds are making it hard to respect the families decisions and this is made even harder when she runs into the dashing Englishman and he introduces himself as Bonnie Will Foster.
As time progresses, Maggie is torn between her feelings for Ian and Will and as the Reiver life throws a tragic event into her life, she is overcome with grief and is pulled every which way she could be as she encounters lies, betrayal and blood feuds rage, but will she be able to overcome the events of border life and make the choices she needs to, or will her heart be broken again and again? This is a tale filled with passion, grief, revelations and danger at every turn, but a page turner for sure.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2021-02-05 13:55:122021-02-05 16:42:28Thunder On The Moor (Thunder On The Moor Book 1) by Andrea Matthews – Reviewed by Roxsanne Lesieur.
I thoroughly enjoyed this first book of this series and was looking forward to the next installment. Thankful to say Matthews did not disappoint. To have a complete picture of the story as it unfolds I do recommend this be read in series order. However Matthews does a beautiful job telling this story in a way that it can be read on its own without missing much. Intrigue, deception, romance, and some time travel allow this historical piece to enthrall the senses and unfold beautifully. I love a good historical piece and found myself wonderfully transported to the Highlands. Loved every page.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Lovelacehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Lovelace2021-02-03 21:47:472021-02-03 21:47:47Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Heather Lovelace
Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews was a great historical romance read! Maggie’s story continues and everything I loved from the first book is here. The attention to detail and development was well done. I felt like I was watching a movie and often I found myself on the edge of my seat wondering what would happen next. I definitely get Outlander vibes from the story. I look forward to the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mirela Ruizhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMirela Ruiz2021-02-02 18:55:252021-02-02 20:05:40Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Mirela Ruiz
Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews. This is the second book in this series and I highly recommend reading the first book before this one. This is the continuing story of Maggie Armstrong a time traveler currently in Scotland. She has declared her love for a man that is forbidden but they are now together. Will is now declared an outlaw so they are on the run from Maggie’s family. When they catch up with them Will is sentenced to hand and Maggie is sent back to her family. Maggie’s uncle is still planning on Maggie marrying Ian the man who murdered her father. She is determined to not go through with it. Will’s family is trying to figure out a way to save him. Will they succeed in time to save Will? Will Maggie and Will find their way back to each other? Will Ian’s true self come out to Maggie’s family? Read Riding with the moonlight 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 Treadway2021-01-30 15:25:392021-01-30 15:25:39Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Tausha Treadway
Ride with the Moonlight by Andrea Matthews a fantasy of a four-star read. This is number two in the Thunder on the Moor series and it’s a good idea to read them in order as this one does follow on from the first. This is an imaginative and interesting story, watching Maggie and Will with their struggles and believe me there are some real struggles, maybe a little too much. The setting is lovely and tells its own story, and it’s a great story, for me the struggle was just a little too much.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Oxtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Oxton2021-01-30 08:20:432021-01-30 08:20:43Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Sara Oxton
I enjoyed this time travel story that is full of action and even some romance. This is the second book in this series that can be read as a stand alone. This is a well written story that brings page turning adventure. The characters are connectable and engaging. They bring the story to life and fun to read. Will and Maggie go through alot in this book. They are really great characters that I found myself fighting for. I won’t say too much about them as I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens to them. One is sentenced to hang and the other is sent home. Will one get saved so they can reunite or will fate have something else in mind?
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 Wagner2021-01-29 14:14:462021-01-29 15:26:05Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Another fantastic book from this author! I absolutely loved it. This author has a fantastic writing style which draws me in straight away. I loved the first book in the series and I am so glad that this one didn’t disappoint. From the beautiful descriptive language to the fantastic characters I was hooked from beginning to end. I love Maggie and Will, their journey is far from easy and I loved the story plot for this book! It was so exciting to read! I would definitely recommend reading book 1 prior to this one to fully understand the characters and their story. I think if you love historical/time travel stories then this series is absolutely one you should read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Matthewshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Matthews2021-01-28 07:56:542021-01-28 11:49:39Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Katie Matthews
Ride With The Moonlight by Andrea Matthews is the second book in the Thunder on the Moor series. This series does have to be read in order as it is a continuation of the characters story. For me this book was even better than the first. I found it so easy to jump straight back into the story and reconnected with the characters immediately. I was excited to see where their journey was going to take them next and how they would overcome everything that seemed to be in their way. The writing in this book was just as imaginative and detailed as it was in the first. This meant it was so easy to picture everything going on. This has been a strong series and this book really just reinforces that completely. I would highly recommend you give this series a try today!
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 Baker2021-01-27 15:16:292021-01-27 15:16:29Ride with the Moonlight (Thunder on the Moor Book 2) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Kerry Baker
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