Order of the Vespers is a well written urban fantasy. Jasper Andrews is a teenager who has a gift she cannot control. Now she’s on the run for a crime she didn’t commit. Her parents had told her that the only way to protect her family was to keep their secrets. Now on the run in Manhattan, she is kidnapped by the Order of the Vespers, a group that would like to train her to be an assassin. Jasper has much to learn and each time she seems to take a step forward something pushes her back. She needs to trust those around her. Will she learn the lessons needed to protect the Order? Ms. Reyes has written a strong character and a wonderful story. This book had me hooked page after page routing for Jasper to overcome her fears and find trust and friendship within this new life. I enjoyed reading this book and I know you will as well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Diane Sennetthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDiane Sennett2022-11-09 10:48:262022-11-18 08:50:11Order of Vespers (The Vespers Chronicles Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Diane Sennett
This is the fourth book in The Freemasons series. I loved this just as much if not more than the previous books in the series. I do highly recommend reading the books in order so that you understand all the characters and their stories which have lead them to where they are now. The author does an amazing job of capturing the characters and I loved Declan who is so protective and caring towards Renee while at the same time being powerful and strong when it comes to protecting her. Renee herself is very damaged because of the trauma she has gone through. My heart broke for her as she struggles with returning to normal life but I was equally amazing by her strength and courage to trust and love again.
Renee has finally been saved and rescued from the people who kidnapped her. Now she has the hard task of getting through the trauma and returning to her free life. But this is no easy task but she hopes she can get there with the help of her family and Declan. Renee has always had feels for Declan but now she knows he would never want her. Who would want someone so damaged and broken?
Declan is so thankfully to have Renee back safe. After fearing he had lost her forever he he grateful she has been found and will stop at nothing to help her recover. Even if that means denying his feelings and wants towards her and just focusing on helping her recover. He wants to do anything it takes to stay in her life and doesn’t want to scare her away.
Declans main goal is to protect her from any harm happening to her again. So when the people who kidnapped and harmed her before come back Declan is determined to make them disappear for good.
Can Declan protect Renee? Will he ever be honest with her about his feelings towards her or will Renee carry on thinking she is damaged and that no one will love her?
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 Carr2022-11-09 10:00:202022-11-18 08:49:59The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kerry Carr
This was a quick read. Julie is stubborn and set in her ways. Jim is a “good ol boy” trying to be more refined. This story has a few different tropes age-gape, student/teacher and second chance. If you are looking for a quick entertaining read then give this a try.
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Could you get any sweeter with this story? Enzo and Candi are both dealing with losses that affect their relationships. Can these two flirty lovebirds let their walls down and take a chance on new love? Oh my goodness, this is one of my favorite romances this year. The flirty chemistry, the sparks that fly from these two; I can almost picture fluorescent lights zinging back and forth. In fact, as I was reading, I kept thinking that maybe Candi need to realized that she will again “zing.” (quoting Hotel Transylvania). I loved the romance, the drama, the reality of it. They dealt with real relationship issues. They shared family issues. The story was very well written. I loved all the characters. The last couple of chapters were my absolute favorites. (I cannot wait for the next book). One of my favorite authors. You must read this.
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 Kittell2022-11-09 07:35:322022-11-09 09:18:25Kiss Away Your Pain (Wounded Hearts Series Book 2) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Shelly Kittell
A cute story about sibling rivalry. They can’t agree on what to do but they can agree to disagree. I found this story entertaining. It actually helped start a conversation with my grandchildren about playing nice with their brothers and sisters. Many giggles were had over the sandcastle wars. Another winner with this family. A storytime recommendation from us.w
This book was a deep read for me. Realistic, and truly felt everything. As I am someone who struggles with my own demons and mental health every day, this book really pulled me in. Tears certainly fell.
The book was moving. The love between Phoebe and Kenzo was true and real. I felt a lot for Phoebe and how she was brought up. But with Kenzo by her side, it made life happier none the less. I related to Kenzo as well. Both had issues, and battles, in different forms. Being together, not only made things easier, but stronger together. To me the writing was beautiful, enjoyed the writing and the setting as well. I was deeply pulled in and mesmerized all the way through. It was very much at times, but it made it the joy it was. The emotions and the love you feel, go hand hand in hand, and make you see the beauty of the story.
This is a book I will continue to highly recommend to others. Even if you did not have a difficult upbringing, you can reward yourself, by understanding by those that didn’t. Defiantly a must read book and 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 Huisman2022-11-09 07:24:032022-11-09 09:18:13National Parks: An Angsty Second Chance Multicultural Romance by Laikyn Meng – Review By Lorrene Huisman
This is one of the oddest books I’ve read. It started like a mom that couldn’t accept her daughter’s death. As the story unfolded, more possibilities came to light (there are 10 in all.) I can’t tell you much about the story, you’ll have to read it for yourself. It is also one of the best stories I’ve ever read. You are led to think about what you are reading. I found the characters to be very interesting. There are several POV and this makes for a well rounded look at what could have happened to her and why she did what she did. The book is pretty powerful too. I found myself feeling some big emotions. I recommend this for those who can handle it. I also give a trigger warning!
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Dreena did a really good job with this thriller. I kept trying to figure out what happened to Susie right along with Catherine only to be left puzzled and suspicious throughout the entire book. Dreena did an outstanding job developing her characters and even though Susie is deceased you got a sense of who she was right along with everyone else. I look forward to reading more by this author.
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I absolutely loved this book and the characters that it contained. It was written with so much intelligence, and quirky moments, that everything I read came together so well! It was impossible not to love this book!
As I am a huge literature fan, of course the character Juliet, spoke to me, Love Jim and his own personality and what it brought to the table! Their interactions were full of heat and chemistry, yes. But, as well sweet and heart felt moments. I laughed so much throughout the book. Their relationship on what it started and how it grew, really made it realistic. The writing skills of the author were very enchanting in the sense as well as they knew how to keep you interested and engaged! I very much loved this book!
This was a wonderful read, funny sweet, and a light read. I could not put it down once I began, as I wanted to keep on reading and see what would develop next! Highly recommend this must read book!
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 Huisman2022-11-09 07:05:332022-11-09 09:17:50Hot for Teacher by Felicia Carparelli – Review by Lorrene Huisman
This is the fourth book in this series which is just as great as the first three. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading from the first book I picked up by her. I enjoy her writing skills as well as her attention to details that make her stories come to life. This is one of my favorite yet in this series. This is a well written story about Declan and his bestfriends sister, Renee. Will Declan be able to keep her safe when the person who abducted her returns? I enjoyed reading this suspenseful romance story. It is fast paced and hard to put down. A story that has characters that will pop off the pages and into your heart. They have great growth and chemistry from the start. They pull you into their story which makes the story easy to read. I highly recommend this book and this author.
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 Wagner2022-11-09 06:43:312022-11-09 09:17:22The Protector (The Freemasons Book 4) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I enjoyed reading this suspenseful story. This is a well written story that is full of secrets and a fight for survival. Author made the story come to life using details to give it a realistic feel. The characters are engaging and Emma made such a great character. I enjoyed her character and her growth throughout. She truly made the story for me. This is a fast paced story that has twists and turns that had me turning pages fast. A hard to put down story that I highly recommend.
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Dia Ngata is a young woman in hiding, she spends her life in disguise and has been hunted because of who she is for most of her life, she is a swan shifter and ever since her tribe was slaughtered overnight, she has been running from hunters and from her past. Carver Kano is a dingo shifter who has had a challenging past and a life full of regrets, but he is trying desperately to make up for them with the choices he is making now, his biggest regret is his hand in the destruction of Dia’s tribe all those years ago.
Despite all of this, Dia spends her time helping others survive against the odds, just like her, so when disaster strikes and Dia is forced to run until she can run on more and passes out in the middle of an unknown forest, however, when she wakes up, she is no longer there, instead, she is in a bed with a soft voice asking her how she is feeling. This puts Dia on edge immediately, she is not used to being looked after and is suspicious of it all, especially when she is told she cannot leave, this send her into a panic and she does everything she can to escape, albeit unsuccessfully.
While all this is happening, Kano is working on a new story as a journalist specialising in warzones and he is after his biggest prize yet, in the past he has used this job to take down the worst of the worst out there and for the most part he is successful, but on the road to his next destination, Kano comes a scene of destruction and immediately goes to help, but he is distracted when he smells Dia and he immediately goes after her, however, he finds more than he bargains for when he is captured and put in a cage.
As Dia accepts her captivity, she sees another captive and realises that it is her old flame Kano, she doesn’t know how to react and honestly, neither does he, but as they find out more about this colony’s history, they become a part of the bat shifters camp life and they find it somewhere they want to help, especially Milos, who wriggles into their hearts. One say they are confronted by danger yet again when someone from Kano’s past turns up and threatens the bats they have become close to, but can Dia, Kano and Milos work together to save the colony from this latest danger and keep themselves safe throughout this difficult task? This is a fantasy adventure where nothing is as it seems and secrets and lies seem to be a way of life which will keep you reading on until you find out what happens in the end.
This is a great anthology, in no small part because each book can be read independently, or if you are really in the Christmas spirit…or just love to read…it can be read all at once. There are seven different books within this one purchase. The books do not tie together in any way other than being about Christmas and the magic of finding love at that time of year. If you are an animal lover, someone who has recently lost a loved one (even if it is due to unfaithfulness) or just someone looking for a Hallmark movie type of read, there is something here for you. Just remember not everything is as it seems, especially people.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2022-11-09 02:22:292022-11-09 09:13:10A Christmas to Remember by 5 Prince Publishing – Review by Candice Estes
Mira and Carl are enemies. They are also sister and brother.
They never want to do the same thing. Except, they both want to sit behind Daddy when they ride in the car. One day, Dad takes them to the beach. Carl is going to be the super hero and build a castle. Mira will be the super villain and destroy it. So, Carl builds better and stronger castles. And Mira comes up with more ingenious ways to destroy them.
Can being enemies be so much fun that it bonds them together?
Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.
Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays.
She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.
Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children, four grandchildren and a dog.
Loving her is his biggest risk . . . and also his biggest reward.
Daring, clever, and gorgeous, Royce Viktorsson is a volcanologist who lives life on the edge between the thrill and the pulsing calm before the storm. The unsteady lifestyle masks the man who is seeking something beyond himself. Nothing has offered him resolve . . . until her.
The lightning that illuminates his soul.
The thunder that stirs his heart.
The lava that ignites his blood.
Thoughtful, alluring, and guarded, travel blogger Michelle Yates is emotionally unavailable thanks to the monster in her closet. Traveling allows her to see the beauty in the world, making her forget the ugliness in her life. One man yanks on that closet door and helps her claim back her self-worth.
The friend who becomes her lover.
The hero who defeats her monster.
The savior who defines her destiny.
As their romance churns, danger erupts, whipping out secrets that demand the truth, but some truths are best left in the dark.
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When I walked down the aisle at my best friend’s wedding, I had no idea my night would end with a kiss.
A sinfully-hot kiss with a stranger after a little too much to drink.
A kiss that ignited something in me I thought had long since died with the love of my life.
A kiss that started with one…single…touch.
A moment that left with the stranger, filling me with guilt and reminding me how empty I am.
Until…our paths merge again.
Though a passion ignites between us that neither of us have ever felt, my heart remains with my lost love. That kind of love doesn’t happen twice.
The more time I spend with Enzo, the more I begin to wonder if that last statement is true.
And the moment I let myself wonder, let myself feel hopeful, is the moment everything explodes.
An unbelievable reality is exposed that upends my life forever. There’s no undoing it, no changing it.
And I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to forget…
You’ll love this emotional love story filled with passion, grief, and learning to love again because everyone roots for a second chance at finding love. Grab your tissues and get ready for a raw, real, emotional love story that will suck you in, hit all your feels, and leave your heart smiling.
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This is Book 2 in the Wounded Hearts Series. While it can be read as a standalone, your experience will be better if you read Someone Exactly Like Me first. I hope you enjoy this SLOW BURN, soul mates, broken / Mediterranean hero, contemporary romance story. Great summer beach read!
(This book contains steamy scenes, mention of a car accident, grief, loss of loved ones, mention of drug addiction, a parent leaving, and some explicit language. Suitable for 18+ only.)
Debbie Cromack is a contemporary romance author who writes romantic, emotionally raw love stories with a lot of heart and a hint of steam. Her characters are realistic, flawed, and people you’d want to get to know. She’s been called the master of the SLOW BURN.
After spending 25+ years in corporate America, being the CEO of an event decorating company, and then an online business coach, she tried her hand at writing romance novels, publishing her debut novel at the age of 50, and has been writing ever since.
Fun facts: 1) She lived in Taiwan for ten years, 2) Her undergraduate degree is in psychology/sociology/anthropology with a minor in corporate communications and her MBA is in marketing…NONE of which help her in her author career (LOL!), and 3) You’ll almost never hear her say the word, “hate” or the phrase, “It’s hard.”
When life has you down or feeling frantic, she challenges you to ask yourself, “Is this serving me?” And if the answer is, “No,” do your best to set it free and let it go.
She’s an Amazon international bestselling author and has been featured in Forbes.
The Personal Side of Debbie:
She lives on a farm and has a bunny named Nutmeg, who’s quite the little snuggler. She also has two Nigerian dwarf goats, Patches and Tiny Tim, and many chickens.
She does her best to eat healthy and organic however, she does have a wicked sweet-tooth for chocolate and tries to only indulge on special occasions. Her biggest indulgence…hot cocoa!!
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From the hand of an award-winning short fiction writer comes a story of motherhood, modern challenges, and a search for the truth.
57-year-old Catherine Keely’s world has been ripped apart by grief.
Independent, insightful, and intelligent – she is also the only person who finds her daughter’s death suspicious. Susie fell from a balcony while on holiday with friends, and one year on, Catherine is determined to unearth the facts about that night. But how well did she truly know Susie, and who – if anyone – can she now trust?
With hints of intrigue, gaslighting, and coercion surfacing, Catherine must be careful, or her own safety could be at stake.
And Then She Fell explores the secrets and lies around Susie’s life through the eyes of a strong and faithful protagonist. With a unique structure, we experience ten scenarios to explain the tragedy as the narrative unfolds. Follow Catherine’s journey as she explores the possible reasons for Susie’s death, and you may find that – just like Catherine – you are unsure exactly what to believe.
Dreena Collins was born in Jersey, Channel Islands. She has a background in education and now works as the Deputy Executive Officer of a mental health education charity.
Previous publications include poetry featured in Mslexia magazine and fiction published online and within periodicals. She has been shortlisted and longlisted in several writing competitions, including the internationally celebrated ‘Bridport Prize’. As Jane Harvey, her debut ‘feel-good’ novel won the Eyelands International Published Novel of 2021.
Things that Dreena loves include comfortable shoes, island holidays, spicy food, irreverence, and her family.
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Mis-Spelled: Book One of the Stellaluna Chronicles by T.H. Leatherman My rating: 5 of 5 stars Mis Spelled by TH Leatherman was a delightful read full of magic and fun. […]
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This book messed me right up. First of all Tanner and Pippa were incredibly well written characters. I could NOT get enough. The plot was straight genius and it was just the perfect balance of steam, suspense, thrill, and sadness. I couldn’t recommend enough. I don’t think I have ever read a book by the author but she has a new customer in me because O M G. I cannot get over how well written it was, I had the perfect amount of info, I didn’t feel like I was overloaded or left in the dark, it was just perfect!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April McCoyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril McCoy2022-11-08 22:55:202022-11-09 09:12:38Finding Bryce (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by April McCoy
I have been looking forward to the second book in this trilogy, and Julie Navickas surpassed all my expectations.
I fell in love with Austin in the first book, and my heart broke for him. I thought he deserved his own HEA. Thankfully, he does find happiness, but the road is fraught with many bumps, and he will have to make some hard decisions along the way.
Austin is still nursing a broken heart over Mavis, so when a job opportunity opens up in Chicago, he jumps at the chance to put some space between himself, Mavis, and Josh. When Mavis’s bestie, Casey, allows Austin to be her roommate, sparks fly between the two of them. The chemistry is sizzling, but one thing is an obstacle to a more serious relationship…Mavis. Austin has to really reflect and ask himself if he can ever get over her. And, Casey, has to determine whether she can trust Austin’s feelings for her. When another twist occurs, it will almost push them both to their breaking points. I thought Navickas dug really deeply into their emotional turmoil, and she did a great job at it. Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster with this one.
As with the first book, the characters were complicated, and with each chapter, another layer is peeled away to reveal even more about them. One thing I really liked was seeing characters from the first book show up, yet they took nothing away from Austin and Casey’s narratives. If that wasn’t done brilliantly enough, Navickas also gave her readers a deeper look into Lauren and Mitch’s relationship. Lauren is Josh and Austin’s sister, and Mitch is Mavis’s brother. This is a foreshadowing of her third book which will feature Lauen and Josh, and again, it takes nothing away from the main characters. I can’t wait to get my hands on that book! It is sure to be another emotional rollercoaster!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christie Mitchumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristie Mitchum2022-11-08 22:41:062022-11-09 09:11:41I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Christie Mitchum
I loved, I Love You Today! I actually enjoyed it more than book 1 in this series. The author takes the reader on another rollercoaster involving one of the Templeton twins. Austin is lost. The woman he loves is marrying his twin brother. How does one get over heartbreak? Not just heartbreak though, he could lose his best friend too because of his actions. Not that Mavis helped one bit. What she did made me not care much for her and what she does throughout this book made me really dislike her. Despite Austin’s past transgressions I feel like nobody is giving him the benefit of the doubt. Everything always comes back to Mavis. Casey just lost her roommate and best friend to the west coast. Seeing a hurting kindred spirit in Austin helps him get away from the awkward, of his twin brother and his new fiancée. Despite her insecurities she goes to bat for Austin on multiple occasions against Mavis. Mavis warns her to stay away, which I feel like she’s being selfish after stringing him along. But what happens when Casy can’t stay away? Is Austin into her or is she just a rebound? Has Mavis gotten into her head? One trip to a Cubs game changes everything for these two. The character development for both Casey and Austin is leaps and bounds ahead of book 1. Which is what makes me love Austin’s redemption story that much more. It’s sort of a redemption story for Casey too but in a different light. If you’re stumbling upon this review without having read any of the books in this series, I encourage you to read book 1 first. They go together like two peas in a pod. If you’ve read book 1, what are you reading this for? Why aren’t you already jumping into book 2?
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Wow! I wasn’t sure what I’d think of this book, or if I’d even be able to get through it – until I opened it. This book of poetry had a multitude of great references, experiences and feelings of empowerment. The author clearly worked his way through a journey as he put these poems to paper. I’m glad this book caught my attention and I took a chance on it – there are many entries I felt could have been written regarding life experiences of my own. Powerful.
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This was a very interesting story! The legend in the beginning was a beautiful way to set up the actual storyline. The details and descriptions in the setting were truly captivating, painting a picture in my mind as I read through. It was almost as if I was watching a movie, reading through each chapter and getting to know the characters. Truly seeing how Kit was thinking, whether it was about Tam, his fate, or what was happening in his hometown, was really eye opening. The alternating points of view was also fun to see, the way each character is different but complements the others they are around or discuss. I also love the premise of time travel, and the way the author uses it in this book is simply stunning and absolutely worth the read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jo Frizzellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJo Frizzell2022-11-08 21:55:282022-11-09 09:00:44Nightfall in Deptford (Crescent Moon Chronicles Book 4) by L.E. Towne – Review by Jo Frizzell
This is book 2 in this series and picks up after the debut, and I highly recommend reading book 1 to get the story that leads up to this book….as we are seeing the aftermath of a rekindled love between Josh and Mavis but leaves Josh’s brother, Austin, hurt.
How do you pick up the broken pieces after your heart is shattered….knowing you did love someone once upon a time? That is what happens to Austin Templeton. Josh and Mavis get their happily ever after, but where does that leave Austin. When Mavis moves out of her apartment in Chicago to be with Josh, this also leaves Mavis’ roommate and best friend, Casey as well. Austin and Casey get to know each other on another level….and initially strike up a friendship. When the friendship leads to more…..can Austin feel like he is truly over Mavis..as Casey is falling more for Austin?
This story is so good!!! I love Austin and I absolutely adored Casey so much, she is definitely my favorite. This book brought out some past secrets, love and forgiveness. I loved this book so much and cannot wait until book 3!!
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 Hoerner2022-11-08 21:47:352022-11-09 09:00:33I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I absolutely loved the first book in the series. So when I found the second book I knew right away I needed to read it. This one was as heart felt with every single emotion possible as well. The book has sweetness, heartache, love and so much more that you feel like you’re on an emotional roller coaster. The characters are realistic and make it so easy to feel their emotions. The plot ebbed and flowed perfectly and other story as a whole 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 Corbin2022-11-08 21:29:142022-11-09 08:59:58I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Stephanie Nicole
While this is book five it can easily be read as a stand-alone without any confusion but I do recommend the others in the series also. I’ve come to love this authors writing style as it’s well written and and paced nicely. The characters pull you into their stories and you can connect with them. The storyline is a smooth written and touching storyline. I found myself on a bit of an emotional roller coaster ride more than once. The author knows how to tale readers on quite the adventure with the characters and story that’s being told. I’m giving this story a four star review and recommend it and this author.
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 Kearney2022-11-08 21:20:332022-11-09 08:59:52Misfortune of Song (Druid’s Brooch Series Book 5) by Christy Nicholas – Review by Katie Kearney
Another intriguing read! The author continues this series with another page-turning, romantic suspense. Though part of series, this could easily be read as a standalone.
I enjoyed the characters and both their individual development, as well as development of their relationship. This story was also unique in that the main characters are a medical examiner and an anthropologist, which made the story a bit quirky and different from other crime/suspense reads. The author has proven herself as a master of character development; her characters easily come through the pages of the story and feel relatable and real! Trudy and Ben make an intriguing team with palpable tension and attraction, though they often have differing views and opinions.
This story really had it all, but I just loved the characters (if you couldn’t tell). The mystery keeps you the reader engaged, as well as suspense and danger ever-present. Definitely recommend picking this one up (as well as the rest of the series).
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Condrahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Condra2022-11-08 21:19:282022-11-09 08:59:44Yesterday’s Over (Philly Heat Series Book 3) by Becky Flade – Review by Jess Engel
The second installment of the series did not disappoint! The heat, the passion, the wonderful characters and a story line that leaves readers wanting so much more is just what readers need to keep flipping the page. A touching story with a new spin!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kay Striteskyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKay Stritesky2022-11-08 21:15:252022-11-09 08:59:38I Love You Today (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 2) by Julie Navickas – Review by Kay Stritesky
I really enjoyed this book and that it had the same feel as the Notebook Diaries. Following Lottie, Tim and Dora’s daughter, we learn that she has grown into a fiercely independent woman just like her Aunt Emma. I liked that there was a mystery to be solved and Lottie aimed to seek justice for all. Lottie isn’t afraid to have her true self known and grows into string woman. I think it sends a great message to all to not be afraid of who you are. Finally, the ending was another great shock that I did not see coming but brought everything together fantastically.
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