Grave Digger Academy is a new series to me, and I’m loving it. It is easy to read, but holds my interest. It is written for young adult, but I enjoy it in my 30s. This book continues where book 1 left off, as Makayla and her friend return to Grave Digger Academy for their second year. I think you need to read book one to understand what is going on, its not a stand alone. But the books are quick enough, just read them both. The 2nd book had just as much excitement as the first book did. I wish there was more details revealed around the Academy Games, but it was enough to understand the gist and enjoy it. I wish there was more description of how the treasures were discovered at the other schools, and more story to the secondary characters. We really only see what Makayla is doing. I want more on Griffin too!! I want to know his backstory, and look forward to book 3.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2022-10-03 19:57:502022-10-05 07:36:39Grave Digger Academy II (Grave Digger Academy Book 2) by C.A. King – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
Necrosis is a book that drew me in just from the cover art. I don’t normally read this kind of book, or watch zombie movies or shows. However, the book was brilliant. The author is amazing with graphic writing. The way she described the decaying bodies had me cringing. The book was short but was not lacking at all. The characters are wonderfully written and the imagery is off the charts. There was moment of suspense and a twisted happy ending, for some anyway. The love of a mother knows no boundaries, and I loved it. I did not see that coming! Highly recommend, and look forward to more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Elizabeth Sanchezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngElizabeth Sanchez2022-10-03 19:44:472022-10-05 07:36:11Necrosis by C.L. Schneider – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
After reading the first book of this series, I absolutely could NOT wait to dive into the second one and I wasn’t disappointed AT ALL!! This series has engulfed me from the very beginning. I do recommend reading the first book prior to this one as it picks up exactly where it left off. Makayla and fellow Grave Digger Academy students are returning for their second year and it jumps right into the storyline which is very well written and easy to follow. You are able to learn more about Makayla (the main character) as well as her fellow classmates. At this point, Makayla has accepted the fact that she will not be transferring from this academy and is embracing her new path with an eagerness to learn more about herself and why she has been chosen for this path. The plot develops around the Academy games, which includes all other paranormal schools coming together for some competitive fun. Of course, the plot thickens with some twists and surprises (sorry! No spoiler alerts on my behalf 😊) Continue this story to watch Makayla and her classmates grow in their magic as well as come together for each other. Now….off to get #3 and see if I can read it faster than I did #2!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal McConnellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal McConnell2022-10-03 19:04:192022-10-05 07:35:50Grave Digger Academy II – Review by Crystal McConnell
This is book 3 in this series and I definitely recommend reading this series in order.
Imani, Lance and Melody still navigating each life journey and they all have been through so much!! Imani (my favorite in this series) is strong, sassy and happy. She is now married to her love but when her world comes crashing she looks for Melody and Lance…..even though there has been some ups and downs along the way.
In conclusion this series has given love, life, friendship, secrets and just a roller coaster of true emotion that seems so real.
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 Hoerner2022-10-03 19:03:382022-10-05 07:35:42True Colors (The Colors Trilogy Book 3) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
This book was very good and I would highly recommend reading this series in order. This book is raw and dealing with what happened in book 1….a bit heartbreaking for me and took me on a roller coaster of emotions.
There is a lot in this story with Melody, Imani and Lance as they are still navigating their friendship along with college life and the future. This story has Lance still being very protective over Melody and Imani…..Melody trying to move on after Kevin and Imani still focused as ever on her college degree. Secrets, love, angst, race and friendship that is tested all tied in this story.
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 Hoerner2022-10-03 18:47:442022-10-05 07:35:19The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
This book was enjoyable and seeing the friendships between Melody, Imani and Lance while trying to gauge college life had me intrigued. Melody is all about trying to find that soulmate while navigating college and a chance encounter she meets Kevin. Lance is a bit of a ladies man and football player but also protective as well and Imani is so focused on obtaining her chemical engineering degree.
This story is more focused on Melody as she navigates her relationship with Kevin and how the bond between Lance and Imani, her two closes friends come into play. Nothing is what it seems sometimes with Kevin and Melody…..and warning signs!!!
This book was enjoyable and look forward to reading book 2.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2022-10-03 18:22:142022-10-05 07:35:09The Colors of Friendship (The Colors Trilogy Book 1) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
Tam Paradiso is madly in love with Christopher Marlowe. Unfortunately, he has been sentenced to death. Tam would literally move time to be with and save Christopher. Seeing as how she’s in present time and he’s back in 1953, that’s just what she’ll do.
I chose the book for the name, but the moment I read the quote from Robin Williams at the beginning I knew that I was in for a good read! The poetry spans a wide array of subjects, ranging from mental health to the power of music. I definitely relate a bit to some of the author’s experiences and found the lessons behind the poems to be thought provoking and encouraging to seek the truth of them in your own lives. Something I particularly loved about this is that is the kind of poetry that everyone can understand and appreciate, which can’t be said very often. I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with next!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Kearney2022-10-03 17:44:222022-10-05 07:33:59Euphoric Wonderland by Ryan M. Becker – Review by Kayla Kearney
Just One More Egg (Science Folktales Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom 4 Stars
This is a cute story with some pretty illustrations. Not only is there a little drama to keep it interesting but children will learn about cuckoos and warblers . Although it seems cruel that a mama cuckoo will abandon her egg in another bird’s nest, it is beneficial to them both. The book also shows that even if you are different, you are still deserving of love which is important for children to know.
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 Hirsch2022-10-03 17:35:382022-10-05 07:33:54Just One More Egg (Science Folktales Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Anna Hirsch
LOvED this one!! I completely connected with the characters and their stories. Their meet cute was quick and set the tone for their future relationship. They did a lot of skirting around each other and it was fun watching their dance. The story is wonderful. It easily drew my interest and kept it. I read this quickly and I could not wait to see how everything was going to play out.
Overall I enjoyed this one. The author did a good job making me feel like I was at the rodeo with the characters. There is a reference in here that I loved as it aptly describes bronc riding.
Watching a horse and rider during a bronc competition is like watching a dance as they move together.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2022-10-03 17:02:252022-10-05 07:33:15My Bronc Riding Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by Lisa Helmick
Brooke May’s books are always touch and go for me. Some I love and others I could pass on. This one seems to fall into the last category. There just doesn’t seem to be much to keep my interest. The connection between the two characters takes about thirty percent before they have a meet cute. Then another twenty percent until they are actually in each others orbit. There is a lot of info about his life before and meeting the team and she gives us the backstory on playing FB and how she can’t play now but can still be involved in it. I honestly did a lot of skimming and bypassing their inner thoughts. There is not a lot of conflict just a nice wholesome story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2022-10-03 16:57:152022-10-05 07:33:09She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Lisa Helmick
Brooke May’s books are always touch and go for me. Some I love and others I could pass on. This one seems to fall into the last category. There just doesn’t seem to be much to keep my interest. The connection between the two characters takes about thirty percent before they have a meet cute. Then another twenty percent until they are actually in each others orbit. There is a lot of info about his life before and meeting the team and she gives us the backstory on playing FB and how she can’t play now but can still be involved in it. I honestly did a lot of skimming and bypassing their inner thoughts. There is not a lot of conflict just a nice wholesome story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2022-10-03 16:51:522022-10-05 08:32:06She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Lisa Helmick
Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga Book 1) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Maryn Belling
From the outset, our author bespells her reader. Ms. Bennett renders a unique 44th century dystopian reality with details that appeal to a wide variety of audiences – whether your genre preference is sci-fi, dystopia, historical fiction, or anthropologic fiction.
While it takes a bit to get to the root of the historical “issues” in The Realm’s current status, Ms. Bennett’s careful dispersal of Realm history ensures that key events and socio-cultural causes are both present and not overwhelming.
In addition to being a gifted writer, Ms. Bennett is clearly an erudite historical scholar. With a deft pen & keen mind, she weaves poignant observations about 20th and 21st century life in North America into the dystopian reality of The Realm. Discerning readers will find underpinnings comparable to Dickens, Orwell, or Sinclair.
Because the saga is well written, each reader may choose whether to read for entertainment or for insight.
The content warnings at the beginning of the book are appropriate without spoilers. It’s definitely for adult audiences.
Gathering of the Four, The Serrulata Saga Series, A.E. Bennett, Review, Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, Dystopian, Sci-Fi
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Marynhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaryn2022-10-03 16:15:262022-10-05 07:16:10Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga Book 1) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Maryn Bellin
I would definitely recommend reading these in a better order than I did and to start with the first. I think you will get a much better appreciation for the characters and the story. That being said, I did fully enjoy this story. I thought it was interesting and kept the pages turning. I loved the combination of historical fiction and fantasy. The author weaved the two together so well. The combination of characters worked really well too. Each had their part to play and I liked how they all interacted with each other. I certainly fond this to be a well written and exciting book. I can’t wait to go back and add more to the series.
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 Baker2022-10-03 15:49:362022-10-05 07:16:00Nightfall in Deptford (Crescent Moon Chronicles Book 4) by L.E. Towne – Review by Kerry Baker
Gathering of the Four: Book One of the Serrulata Saga by A.E. Bennett
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. Gathering of the Four is the first book in the Serrulata Saga. The author knows their way around words. I will be looking forward to the next book.
Leora is tired of being at home. She learns that her parents have plans for her. Plans she isn’t comfortable with. So instead of sticking around she runs. On her run she finds three others and together they make a family of their own. The quote I chose for Leora is: “I fell coming back the first time.”
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 Kimble2022-10-03 15:29:192022-10-05 07:15:49Gathering of the Four (Serrulata Saga #1) by A.E. Bennett-Review by Amanda Kimble
Leora of Mae is a young woman of nineteen and only half a year from her majority when she can decide her own future, leave the home she has grown up in and the family who has raised her since she was orphaned at a young age. The father was kind to her and didn’t treat her with the same contempt which his wife and her son, as well as the rest of the inhabitants of Mae, this is because she is Xanthi and because of this and the fact that she can wield Xancraft, she was ostracised, but when she overhears a conversation that they were going to sell her, she uses that craft and escapes, running as far and as quickly as she can because if she doesn’t the alternative is being sold into Servantry and losing her freedom, followed by her life.
Leora knows that she is breaking the Edicts of the Realm, but has no idea what that means until she is put into danger when she is found, but when she uses her Xancraft, she breaks the cardinal Edict “Every citizen knows their place”, but one good thing comes of it, she meets a fellow traveller, Roland Shallowbrook of Charm City and a member of the Thieves Road. As they travel together, they try and stay under the radar by travelling through the woods and relying on their wits and skills, however, when they run into fellow travellers Lady Aurora Verte, a member of the gentry class and Sir Leopold, a White Rider with a secret, they learn that they are not the only ones hiding in plain sight.
As the Hale-Bopp Comet grace’s the sky above these four travellers have to learn to trust each other and embark on a journey none expected, but will they be able to keep from letting their emotions cloud their judgement, or will prejudice and past experiences tear them apart? This is a fantasy adventure where strangers have to work together to survive when they are thrown together in the most unusual of circumstances, in this engaging and addictive story.
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 Lesieur2022-10-03 14:26:322022-10-05 07:15:22Gathering of the Four: Book One of the Serrulata Saga by A.E. Bennett – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
All was well in the Amy’s world, albeit life wasn’t easy, she had her daughter and that was what mattered, the fleeting relationships with men, drugs, sadness and a slow spiral into the darkness were just that, fleeting, she still had her mothers love and support, until one day it all changed and the virus took hold. At first it was contained and there were only a few infected to start with, but as soon as it took hold, people started changing, they called it Necrosis and suddenly it was everywhere and it terrified Amy.
She knew it was a bad idea to try and get to her mother as soon as she entered the city, but she had pushed and now she was looking at her necrotic mother and freezing, just like every other time she was faced with violence, but this time, she had something to defend, this time, she had to protect her daughter and that was all that mattered. So muttering an apology, she put her mother out of her misery and escaped her childhood home before more of the infected could get to them, now they just needed to get back to the truck and get the hell out of there, but nothing is as easy as first thought.
They managed to get back to the truck, but there was also a need for supplies, so while it was quiet and infected free, Amy decides to see if there is anything to scavenge, but unfortunately, she is betrayed and this leads to confrontation and risk, especially when the infected breach the shop next to the truck and her daughter is in danger again. This time Amy is prepared to do anything to get to her and devises a plan to distract the infected so that she can get to the truck, but can she get there before the other parade of the infected get to her? Can Amy keep them both alive and escape the city before it is too late? This is a dystopian apocalyptic tale which plumbs the depths of a mothers love in ensuring the survival of her child in a world filled with danger around every corner, it pulls you in and keeps you on edge throughout, as you follow along this story which is perfect for the horror lovers out there.
This book had such great development!! It really sucks you in. The story of three college friends and how their relationships develop and change. There was a large focus on race and contained quite a few triggering topics such as suicide, domestic violence, and kidnapping.
Though I would recommend this book as a stand alone book, I wish I would have read the first book first. I think I would have been interested from the minute I picked it up instead of having to give it a few chapters.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lynnea Enghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLynnea Eng2022-10-03 14:01:572022-10-05 07:14:48The Colors of Love (The Colors Trilogy Book 2) by K.R. Raye – Review by Lynnea Beaver
The Hunter: An Enemies to Lovers Romance (The Freemasons Book #2) by Nicole Flockton
This isn’t the first book I’ve read by the author. The author sure knows how to keep readers coming back to her. I absolutely loved this book. Enemies to lovers has always been a favorite of mine. The Hunter is the second book in The Freemasons Series.
Dominic is the leader of the Freemasons and he’s trying to figure out why Gemma wants to take down Freemasons. Then he finds her at a party she wasn’t invited to. How will things work out for him when he finds himself falling for her? The quote I chose for Dominic is: “Doesn’t matter what you want, Gemma Hughes. You’re coming with me. End of story.”
Gemma goes to the party for one thing and one thing only. Take down the Freemasons. She knows she might lose her job over this, but it’s a risk worth taking. Then she runs into the one person she didn’t want to see. The quote I chose for Gemma is: “Well, it seems awfully convenient you happen to have a key to a hotel room. Plus, it looked like you were going solo tonight. Why is that? Dominic Cacciari is never without some brainless woman hanging off his arm.”
Highly recommended for Contemporary Romance lovers.
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 Kimble2022-10-03 13:55:002022-10-05 07:14:40The Hunter (The Freemasons #2) by Nicole Flockton-Review by Amanda Kimble
This is the first book in the Falling For The Rockstar’s Daughter Series. Silly me was not aware that this story was going to continue. I had stupidly assumed that it was a standalone novel and now I can’t wait to read the next stage of Wil and El’s story. I don’t do patience very well. Can I blame the author for making me love this too much? Hell, no. I love this author. Will and El’s story is one I fell in love with straight away. They are both amazing characters that are so relatable and utterly adorable. If you love a good, clean and very heartwarming romance then this book will be right up your street. Now, I love a good erotic romance too but sometimes a nice wholesome romance that gives you the warm and fuzzies inside is just what you need. This story flowed really well and you are taken on a great adventure through the music industry and the joys (or not) of having famous parents. I can’t believe that I’ll have to wait to read more of Wil and El but I’m sure this author will make it well worth the wait.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2022-10-03 13:48:212022-10-05 07:14:30We Blend (Falling for the Rockstar’s Daughter Book 1) by Willa Drew – Review by Karyn Taylor
This book made my Mama heart swell up with happiness. It truly shows how selfless a mama can be. It doesn’t matter if you share the same blood when a baby needs you, you help. I really lived this book so so much.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heatherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather2022-10-03 12:30:422022-10-05 07:14:21Just One More Egg (Science Folktales Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Heather Hoke
From the very beginning, Hester is a captivating character. Her willful spirit is admirable and she maintains those traits even when she goes through the hard times alone and her situation seems bleak. The relationship between her and her mentor Aaron grows into something more as he teaches her how to make healing ointments and tinctures through herbal lore like her great grandmother before her once did. Hester’s mother sees this as silly folklore and suspicious witchcraft and tries to steer Hester towards a more “appropriate” craft. When Hester makes choices that have some ruinous consequences regarding the opinion of society, she’s left to face those consequences alone but not as alone as you might think. There is a mystery throughout this book that leaves you with something to think about once it is finished. I still have questions; and yet, this book goes right into the top 5 of the best witchy vibe books with feminist themes such as self reliance and empowerment that I have ever read.
I really enjoyed this book. Its a short read but it is action packed. The author does an amazing job with the characters and the story. As a reader I was completely captivated by the story. This is the story of Captian Ravenna Joyner and Dravos Trax. Captain Ravenna is a strong independent woman. She’s female in a male dominated Job but she holds her own and proves time and again she is as good as any man. When the ship containing her lover goes missing she joins the team sent out to find out what happened and bring her lover home. To do this they need the help of a prisoner to search for the ship and crew. The prisoner is a tracker called Dravos. What Dravos doesn’t realise until its too late is that Ravenna is his fated mate. When they find the ship and the crew didn’t survive Ravenna and Dravos realised that they need to work together if they have a chance of survival and as the attraction and connection between them grows will Ravenna keep denying the possibility of being Dravos’s fated mate or Will she only give in and realise when it’s too late.
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 Carr2022-10-03 11:47:282022-10-05 07:14:10Operation Pinpoint (Space Force Rejects Book 1) by Landra Graf – Review by Kerry Carr
The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars By: C. L. Schneider
The story The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars by C.L. Schneider is a fantasy book. This is the second book of The Crown of Stones trilogy. Ian Troy, the main character, has been captured by his old enemy, King Draken of Langor. He was kidnapped and the kidnapper did everything imaginable towards him, looses his magic by the drug he was given. But then he is rescued and as his body heals and rids itself of the drug he was given, he realizes that he has returned to an unfamiliar world gripped in fear. The ones he left he realizes they have been trying hard on their own. Ian is struggling to reconcile the man he has become, with the man he once was. He strives to understand the growing number of magic-scars adorning his body and he searches for the truth behind his link to the Crown of Stones. He soon uncovers secrets that have been buried for generations and finds to become the weapon the resistance needs, he must assume responsibility for his magical inheritance.
This is an amazing second book in The Crown of Stones series. The story is told from Ian Troy’s POV. As in the last book, through memories and flashbacks, Ian starts to remember what he did while he was held a prisoner and of his life before as well. He blames himself for things that he has done while in captivity. The feel of Ian’s character has changed a bit. This is due to his captivity and the drug that he was on constantly. Ian is such a likable character and I can say that some of the things that happen to him saddened me. He has many friends and acquaintances who help him and believe that any hope they have of freedom lies with him. This is truly a fast-paced, action-packed, magical journey through a world that is in fear and needs rescuing. There are battle scenes and adult situations that include hot, love scenes.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kimberly Dawn Wilkinsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKimberly Dawn Wilkinson2022-10-03 11:11:572022-10-05 07:13:42The Crown of Stones: Magic-Scars (The Crown of Stones Book 2) by C.L. Schneider – Review by Kimberly Wilkinson
This is a new author for me and so I was excited when a friend recommended this to me. She blew me away. She drew me in from the beginning and I could not put this book down. I loved the romantic love triangle that resulted in twists and turns especially between twin brothers. But the ending was perfect. If you like romantic, steamy love novels then this is a must read for you. This was the first book in this series, and I look forward to seeing where the author takes us in the next book.
Salvatore Larussio, is the next in-line to become the Mafia Boss in Las Vegas. Dr. Adrianna Palento took a job working at the Larusso’s Casino in the Urgent Care. She’s responsible for treating the hotel’s guests, when they need it, but she also is responsible for patching up any of the family when they get injured. Dr. Palento gets used to the never ending rotation in the urgent care. When a bloodbath takes place at a family wedding, inside the hotel, many of the family members are injured, and need to go into hiding to hide from the police. Many of them are led into the hidden tunnels below ground, where there’s a hidden safe house and hospital area. Because of the injured, Dr. Palento is also taken to the tunnels, so that she can assist, but secrets she’s been hiding for a very long time get revealed. Will this lead her to her death? Will all be forgiven by the family? Will the tension between Adrianna and Salvatore be their undoing?
This book was really good, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next one in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethany Ruckerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBethany Rucker2022-10-03 10:46:322022-10-05 07:13:22Boss’s Vendetta (Sicilian Gods Book 1) by Via Mari – Review by Bethany Leigh Rucker
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 Stritesky2022-10-03 10:32:332022-10-05 07:13:10Dainty Damsels by J.N. Sheats – Review by Kay Stritesky
I absolutely loved this books and plan on finding more from this author!
The characters came to life in my mind so vividly as I read that I felt myself in the story living the plot. The characters were raised polar opposites, but in any good story opposites attract! The story takes enough twists and turns that my attention was kept the whole time and even though I felt like the story was complete I wanted more!
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 Stritesky2022-10-03 10:25:362022-10-05 07:12:23A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Kay Stritesky
Tori Foster, the daughter of saddle bronc rider Justin Foster, has one big dream that she has been keeping a secret from her family, including her father. There are only a few friends who know about her big dreams, and plans. Cord King, son of another famous Bronc Rider, but also one of the newest rookies on the rodeo circuit has his eyes on the prize, and wants nothing but to be the best of the best. When Tori decides to debut her bronc riding abilities that she has been practicing in secret, it catches many people off guard, including Cord. Will these two be enemies in and out of the arena? Will they overcome jealousy to help each other out? Will they become a distraction to each other? I was shocked to find that this was the 6th book in this series. I can’t wait to go back and reread the first 5 books, because this book got me hooked!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethany Ruckerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBethany Rucker2022-10-03 09:49:432022-10-05 07:12:10My Bronc Riding Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by Bethany Leigh Rucker
As with all this author’s books, she can teach kids a lesson using animals. This one was with birds. It was a nice and different choice of an animal. I love that she taught about love and caring for all animals even if they are not your own. There was a little sadness involved, but it helped tell the story of hope so that made up for the tear that I may have shed. Depending on the age of the child there may be questions of why that you will have to answer, but I think it will provide a parent or teacher with a teaching moment. I love the illustrations that she provides with the story as they are always so cute. The colors are always so vivid which I love.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karen Pearmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaren Pearman2022-10-03 08:46:402022-10-05 07:12:16Just One More Egg (Science Folktales Book 6) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Karen Pearman
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