Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie was just simply amazing. Personally I love a good mafia romance novel but Ms. Bowie really kept me on my toes with this one. Her characters are so enticing that I found myself furiously flipping the pages to see what came next. While Ms. Bowie makes us easily believe that our female lead is shy, she is really strong and independent and knows exactly what she wants. Meanwhile our male lead leads us to believe that he’s a bill headed man, but he’s really a soft teddy bear under that rough exterior. Ms. Bowie not only gave us fantastic characters but also a terrific plot that keeps us interested until the very end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Corbinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Corbin2021-08-08 20:28:492021-08-09 18:12:01Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Stephanie Nicole
The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson is three books of romance stories with a bit of danger, and suspense, twists and turns. Now they are all in one spot and waiting to be read one straight after the other one.
Book 1 Rage is the first book in the Marcy series and there is a whole lot going on in this story, twist and turns at every step of the way. Just when you thought you knew what was happening BAM you were thrown for a loop. This is a romantic thriller full of action and drama, suspense and a whole lot of mystery and murder. Marcy is plagued by horrible nightmares and rage, and she doesn’t know why. Realising things are not as they seem Marcy knows she needs help. But when that helps comes Marcy finds herself in a fight for her own sanity and a path that she never expected.
Book 2 Confusion is the second book and just like the first book here is a whole lot going on. This book will certainly keep you on your toes and on a rollercoaster ride where you don’t know which way is up or down. Confusion is an apt title. This book is a psychological twister that has it all from action and romance, murder and mystery, and lots of dramas and dilemmas. Your emotions will be all over the place, fear and anger, love and angst, hate and happiness. Marcy is trying to face her nightmares and little by little they are coming back but could there be a more that could be behind everything? Could things get much worse than they already are? Will she be able to move on from her past? Will she finally be able to move on in her life?
Book 3 Agony And Ecstasy is the third book and continues on where the second book ended. This book is the culmination of everything coming to a head. Freedom is scary, revenge is ripe and sweet, devastation takes its toll and finally nightmares are finally revealed in full. Love is lost, happiness turns into heartbreak. Agony finds happiness and a broken heart may mend. This story has many, many, many highs and lows and lots of confusion, tears and sorrow, but there is also laughter and surprises. It is a story of three peoples hopes and dreams and unimaginable love. It is also a story about dealing with a past that would destroy even the strongest of us and dealing with the complications of that past to try and find a way to the future.
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 Bishop2021-08-08 20:27:212021-08-09 18:11:37THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Jenni Bishop
Lyon Tamer: Nerdy Romcom Adventure by Jen Luerssen
This is the first book I’ve read by Luerssen and it won’t be my last. This was a funny read and a page turner. I had a hard time putting it down.
Simone works with freeing tigers and lions. She runs into someone who then finds out that he’s the vet. Not one to be in a relationship she plays hard to get. The quote I chose for Simone is: “I am Simone Lyon and I’m head of PR and marketing for Freedom Roar. Mainly I deal with reporters like yourself, and look for opportunities to promote our rescue to get more support. When here at camp, I jump in and help with all manner of things. Dr. Locke can tell you about a recent exciting rescue we made.”
Sheldon is the new vet for Freedom Roar. When he runs into a fiery red head he thought he’d get her into his bed. He then finds that she also works at Freedom Roar. The quote I chose for Sheldon is: “Well, it’s mixed but generally good. Unfortunately, many of these lions and tigers have been overbred, malnourished, and abused. My job has been to make sure they are as comfortable as possible especially for the epic plane ride to South Africa.”
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 Kimble2021-08-08 20:12:522021-08-09 18:11:07Lyon Tamer: Nerdy Romcon Adventure by Jen Luersson-Review by Amanda Kimble
I was sucked into this story immediately. My first book with this author and it did not disappoint. Not a really long book – I was finished within a couple of hours. I immediately looked up the other books in the series. She has a couple of series that overlap. So I have already started the other series. First, the hero is on the villain’s side in this world of half-human half-dragon beings we are introduced to. He knows what’s going down, and he is having issues with it. Especially when one of the kidnapped females has caught his attention. Natalie is a spunky heroine who takes her fate into her own hands. I will say that this book ends kind of on a cliffhanger, but I wasn’t unhappy with ending. Go grab this one!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tina Vegahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTina Vega2021-08-08 20:08:102021-08-09 18:09:24FURY OF CONVICTION (The Dragonfury Series Book 2) by Coreene Callahan – Review by Tina Vega
Aria Rossi is the oldest daughter of mafia boss, Nicholi Rossi. She has yet to make a decision on if she wants to be a part of the family business as one of the family lawyers.
Theo Fox is the one cop in the area with two mafia families who seems to have a moral compass. The Rossi family has tried to buy him several times and each time he refuses.
One night out on the town with her friend Lori has changed Aria’s life forever. A man she doesn’t know asks her to dance. Before it’s all said and done, she receives the most desire-filled kiss she has ever had. When he goes to take her out of the club, her bodyguard finally comes out of the club. She finds out this hunk is the cop, Theo.
When their lives are on opposite sides of right and wrong, can Theo and Aria find the medium where they can be together? Will Aria leave the family business or will Theo change his moral compass to be with the woman he loves?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Doverhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Dover2021-08-08 20:05:082021-08-09 18:08:44Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Ashley Dover
Sinful daughter is book one of the dark mafia sins series by Emily Bowie. Aria’s father is the head of the Rossi family and Theo is the cop that wants nothing more than to take down the mafia family. Aria and Theo are enemies but the chemistry is undeniable. There is no way that they can work or can they figure it out? This book is so steamy my glasses fogged up. I can’t wait to read the next book.
This one is just as addicting as the first book in the series. In this one we continue with Vanessa and Grey. Grey doesn’t want her in the underworld. He tries to keep his distance from her because he thinks if he doesn’t he’ll stray from his 200 year abstinence. Vanessa struggles with leaving her lover, Raef. We get to watch Vanessa learn and make her way into the underworld. This one ends on cliffhanger, cannot wait for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amelia Stansellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmelia Stansell2021-08-08 19:38:512021-08-09 18:03:49The God by Hazel Storm – Review by Amelia Stansell
Lyon Tamer: Nerdy Romcom Adventure by Jen Luerssen is so great! Sheldon Locke and Simone Lyon have chemistry when they first meet but make things a little awkward when they end up working together to rescue lions and tigers and move them to Africa. This book was full of crazy adventures and nerdy fun. Also don’t forget your fan because it is definitely hot!
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 Collier2021-08-08 19:36:452021-08-09 18:02:37Lyon Tamer by Jen Luerssen – Review by Michelle Collier
The Universe has spoken. Lark thinks it has spoken in a positive way. Hunter, ever the pessimist, thinks it is sending a “no way” message. Lark and Hunter dated in college and things didn’t end well for them thanks to deception from her father. Six years later, they are thrown together again in Heron Harbor when her sister, Wren is getting married. Lark drives this old RV and lives the Boho lifestyle of an artist. Hunter is the Police Chief. I can just picture them when Lark’s RV breaks down on her way into town. Hunter, of course, is the one to stop and rescue her. From there, it’s a series of misadventures that seriously make you think the universe is saying no. But through a medical emergency, planning a wedding, learning about family deception and secrets, figuring out how they really feel about each other; Hunter and Lark are able to come back together and figure out there future. I found this book fun and entertaining. I could picture this over in a town in Maine. The description sounded like the perfect place. The characters were quite entertaining. I definitely recommend this one.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2021-08-08 19:21:192021-08-09 18:01:15HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Shelly Kittell
Vanessa is so incredibly funny. Picking up right where we we left off in The Don, Vanessa finds herself in Elysium with a not too happy Grey. While she finds new companions, she navigates the judges’ intent in bringing her there and tries to avoid drawing the attention of Grey’s mother, the Queen of the Underworld. Ultimately leading to a great setup for the next installment. I can’t wait.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brittanyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrittany2021-08-08 18:50:442021-08-09 18:00:03THE GOD (HER THREE IMMORTALS BOOK 2) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Brittany Angel
I enjoyed this book so much! I love my Rom Com books but this one was different in a good way. It literally had me laughing and shaking my heads with laugher and happiness and at certain points. I loved how the characters were written as well as how they changed as the story went on and you literally were cheering for a happy ending for the main characters despite what ever drama or situations they got themselves into!
Sheldon was a fun character to read about! He was a modern day guy who enjoys one night stands, his parts, women for sure and never having to tie himself down to well anyone. He enjoyed his free style life, but sometimes when you think your living the life you are meant for what happens when you get that moment that hits maybe just once in a life time that leaves you breathless and shows you everything you could be as well as everything you can not live without?
Sheldon faces this head on when he is taking over for a veterinarian named Simone that had all the animal features Sheldon could ever dream of as well as the mind and heart he needed so much, but wasn’t aware to a moment that he very much did! Simone was a strong character that neither wanted one night stands or a relationship.
Could those moments of caring for the animals they helped and provided care for perhaps bring on love to both their lives they had no idea each of them needed so badly?
I truly enjoyed this book and this was a new author for me. I simply fell in love with their writing technique as well as they progressed the story and you got the background of the story which was the animals as well as the love story that was more than just sexiness’ it was full of desire and fun moments and moments where you were cheering and slamming your head down with laugher!
I highly recommend this book and look forward to more work from this talented author in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-08-08 18:29:152021-08-09 17:59:28Lyon Tamer by Jen Luerssen – Review by Lorene Huisman
I was left on the edge of my seat while reading this book, the story line, the passion, the characters, the suspense, the danger, etc. all of it gripped me and wouldn’t let go and instead left me wanting more. Honestly, as I read the story I found there were moments my hopes and dreams crashed, and times new light was cast upon my thoughts, and truly I was not sure in the least how the end would be when I completed this amazing gripping book!
The story was a gripping romance right from the beginning. As I would think a lot of people know when it comes to the Mafia there is many matters of the law and what is unethical as well as you don’t mess with them, as anyone would probably know, you mess with one of them, or someone dear to them, your asking for a death sentence, literally. In the questions of the heart though, there is truly a thin line I believe with love and the right thing to do. Ethically speaking. What would you choose if you were given the choice to have true love knowing it could very well cost you everything, and well anything?
The story is around Theo and Aria. Two souls basically in the cross fire in the feeling of what feels right yet knowing its wrong. they know their differences an basically every reason the book why they can not even consider being together? Can two souls who burn for one another truly be separated and prevented from finding their way to one another? What if the passion burned so much they just did not care what happened or any consequences of just that? What if the thought of the pain of not being together could be very far worse than not feeling one another’s touch or the passion that could be ignited just from being close to one another?
Theo is a cop. A damn good one too. He knows what his lawful duties are and he abides to them. Respectively with a passion for what he does for a living. Come along Aria. She is a daughter that is born into a Mafia, the one Theo is on the hunt to take down. Upon their interactions, they fall hard for one another even though they as hard as they can to not want one another or need one another. Some flames can not be put out. Both of them know the love they share and feel is not to be and forbidden as it basically will not end well, but in truth as long as they try to fight it they succumb to what they want and passion only gets stronger over time,
Personally Theo was an amazing character. He was a Prince Charming sort of character in the form of a cop. He was far from ordinary though. He cared not just with his feelings of his heart, but truly everything he had with in himself. He would risk it all for those he loved. In truth, he would protect those he laid down his loyalty to his very own death. He would protect you at what ever costs, and he honestly was a man of his word. Which in this growing world is hard to come by.
Aria was a loaded pistol, but she had a brain that was so easily to admire.. Yes, she is the eldest in her family for the Mafia, but she was not just going to let that title define how she was going to and how she should live her life. I loved her strength she carried and how she would go after what she wanted and she would not let the world control her no mater how hard she tried. She had the attitude of you live only once, so make sure you live a life you would consider worth living!
Theo’s and Aria’s love was one that was not written in the fairy tale books. It was one that should never be considered. Passion and flames of desire go hand in hand, their love made this book so addictive and so freaking good. I could not put this one down. I was into it when I first started, and as it progressed on I was left with myself biting my nails hoping for a good turn out, but in truth I had no idea how this would turn out as I knew very well as Theo and Aria, the taste of what is not allowed and should never be, is worth every cost and consequence, but in truth you have no idea what will be the end result.
I freaking loved this book! The romance and the suspense was so real and I felt the passion and love between Theo and Aria. I truly did not want this book to end. It took my soul and made me feel literally everything in this amazing book.
The author knew what they were doing and truly made a great story that sucks you in and holds you down the last word on the final page. Again I loved it and I highly recommend reading this, its amazing and I can not stress this enough, you will not be disappointed in the very least. I am very much looking for forward to the next book by this amazing author. I know I would not want to miss out!
To sum it up again, loved it with every passion in my soul, and truly recommend you read this!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-08-08 18:28:372021-08-09 17:58:56Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Dark Bastard by India Kells will pull you in from page one! The amount of sorrow and pain I was able to feel from Sam in the first few pages literally had me hooked. The author’s ability to express his feelings is incredible and had me wishing I was able to save Sam myself! By a simple mistake, Sam calls a woman named Ellie and so the story begins between the two. When tragedy struck both Sam and Ellie, I was pulled in once again. I had to know what fate had in store for these two. I had a really hard time putting this book down. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and ability to make intense moments seem very fast pace and exhilarating, but have peaceful moments feel easy and calm. It really made me feel like I was in the story!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Hailey Hophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHailey Hop2021-08-08 18:11:072021-08-09 17:58:22Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Hailey Hop
The Dream Catchers is the first book in J. U. Menon’s Prestoria series. This children’s series is set partially in the real world and partially in the world of dreams, and draws on the Indian folklore that influences the protagonist’s imagination, and therefore the dreams she experiences. I would have loved this book as a kid, when I tried to plan to have adventures with friends when we were both dreaming. It’s such a cool premise, and Menon develops it brilliantly with the Challenge and the mysteries that surround it. Such a captivating world! Radhika is a great protagonist. She’s very compassionate and concerned for others, making her a good role model. The challenges she faces in her real life, including grief and moving to a new area and school, are as much a part of the story as the fantastical challenges she faces in Prestoria. I particularly like how her relationships with family are explored, such as her younger brother Aarav who is dealing with his grief in a very different way to his sister. This book would be great for KS2-3 readers who are confident with longer chapter books. If a child gets anxious about sleeping or dreams, or are experiencing grief, it would be worth an adult reading it before or with them and using it as a discussion prompt. This book gets a full five stars from me! A superb read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Francis O'Sullivanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFrancis O'Sullivan2021-08-08 17:46:402023-08-05 15:33:38The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
Sinful Daughter sucked me in before I even started reading it! The description sounded like it would be a really good intense story, and that is exactly how I would describe it. I haven’t read anything by Emily Bowie before, but I hope this turns into a whole series, because I am hooked. Before the story begins, we are given an outline of the characters and family tree. I found this pretty helpful, to get an introduction to the characters and get a feel for the families. There are 2 main mafia families (Rossis and Mancinis) in this story, and the cops either workings for them, or trying to bring them down. The story bounces back and forth between Theo and Aria’s perspective, which I really enjoyed. It let us get a feeling for the main characters. This book is packed full of danger, drama, romance, and all the feels. The romance is pretty detailed and intense, so for mature audiences only. I cannot wait to read more in this series, and highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys romantic books and mafia thrill.
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 Sanchez2021-08-08 16:54:482021-08-09 17:54:02Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Elizabeth Sanchez
Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego By Manda Mellett
Wow!! Another great one. This is part two and picks up right where one left off. This book is full of action, lies, deceit, sadness, love, family, healing and so much more. Niran and Saffie’s story will tear your heart out and then put it back together but it will never be the same after reading their story. Manda Mellett is an amazing author and her books are among my favorites. Every time I think she can’t top herself of course she does. I don’t want to give anything away but this is a must read as are all her books. This book does have triggers and is very emotional. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2021-08-08 16:03:042021-08-09 17:53:22Avenging Devil Part 2 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Candida Hopper
Sam was the one mysterious brother. Dark is a good word to describe him. We never learned much about him in previous books. In here his world gets opened up to us. Its not pleasant or happy…its the complete opposite. Weirdly Ellie seems very similar to Sam. She is currently in a dark place. Her job must be so difficult at times then she can’t shake those bad days. Funny that Sam looks at her as his light when she has as much darkness inside her as he does. I enjoyed reading and getting into the Sons of Finch world again.
Seeing all his brothers again makes me want to re read a few of their stories. Then there is that Epilogue and intro to the next and last book. I CAN NOT WAIT! I always knew these two had some chemistry between them.
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 Helmick2021-08-08 14:46:282021-08-09 17:46:45Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Lisa Helmick
Hold Me Forever by Lea Nolan is the third book in the Heron Harbor series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although you are briefly introduced to these characters in the previous books. I thought this book was a fantastic addition to this series. It had a little bit of everything to keep you fully immersed in the story. I thought the characters in this book were what made it though. They had such a strong connection between them that I could feel it in every interaction. I wanted them to find a way to work past their issues as it felt like they deserved to be together. The story was well paced from start to finish – just right for being drawn into and engaged until the end. This is a great book and I am looking forward to what is next.
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 Baker2021-08-08 14:22:372021-08-09 17:45:50HOLD ME FOREVER (HERON HARBOR Book 3) by LEA NOLAN – Review by Kerry Baker
So this is book 2 in the series, and I am really enjoying these books. It has a mixture of romance, danger and supernatural beings which makes for a gripping read. And gripped I was. I read this book in one sitting and loved it. Really enjoyed Deliah and Christian’s relationship. The stakes in this book was great and it was so good!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Samantha Jayne Grubeyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSamantha Jayne Grubey2021-08-08 13:47:102021-08-09 17:45:23Master Tuscano (Masters of the Consulate Book 2) by Sylvia Black – Review by Samantha Jayne Grubey
Sinful Daughter is a fantastic contemporary romance novel by Emily Bowie. I do love a good mafia romance and this book had it all. I had never read of Emily Bowie’s writing before this book and I can say I will definitely be reading more in the future as I thoroughly enjoyed Sinful Daughter. Theo Fox is a good cop and his ambition is to bring down the two big mafia families in the city: the Rossi’s and the Mancini’s. SO what happens when he meets the gorgeous Aria Rossi, eldest daughter of Nicoli Ross, head of the mafia family. Theo is still determined to bring the family down but how can he do that and fall in love with Aria at the same time. Lawyer Aria Rossi is the only Rossi sibling who is not involved in the family business and is conflicted as to what her future holds. She certainly didn’t expect that future to include hot cop Theo Fox. I loved reading Theo and Aria’s story. It is full of drama, intrigue and danger and all the things you expect from a good mafia story. I was pulled into this story from the very start and loved the roller coaster journey that it took me on right up to the very end. I definitely recommend this book, especially if you like a mafia romance.
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 Taylor2021-08-08 12:20:442021-08-09 17:44:50Sinful Daughter (Dark Mafia Sins Book 1) by Emily Bowie – Review by Karyn Taylor
Can you imagine following in the footsteps of a parent when you are their polar opposite? Flirting With My Enemy by Laura Burton introduces Elle Brook’s narrative as she attempts to make her deceased mother’s bakery successful. She has fierce competition when a Got Cake, a corporate competitor, is built next door. The day that Elle is going to release a brand-new type of cupcake, she finds that her entire store smells like rotting fish. Her “grandmother” Joyce signed for four boxes, and they are filled with trout. She is mortified, knowing that a prominent magazine reporter has arrived to do a story on Elle’s store. Elle intercepts the reporter outside to prevent her from going inside, only to have Zane Masters steal away the interview. Zane is a billionaire and owner of Got Cake. Elle is certain he has tried to sabotage her store and plans to get even with him. Her friend Connie joins her plan to seduce Zane and destroy his reputation. Little does Elle know, Zane has an ulterior motive for her as well. Did Zane sabotage Elle?
I like the development of each individual character and the emotions that Laura Burton made easy to read. This is a quick story despite being 18 chapters long. The titles of the chapters give a predictive idea of what Elle is going to face. Zane is a very sincere and emotional character, and I could easily envision being unable to resist his charm. The supporting characters are integral parts that had a large purpose to the overall story. Flirting With My Enemy is the first of a series, and I look forward to reading more of Burtons’s work in the future
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Runyonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Runyon2021-08-08 11:44:072021-08-09 17:43:24Flirting with my Enemy (Love is a Mystery Book 1) by Laura Burton – Review by Stephanie Chapman
Bake Believe is a wonderful YA audio written by Cori Cooper. Although this book is in the YA category, I think is is great for readers/listeners of all ages. She is a new to me author and I can’t wait to see what else she has written. The story is fun and filled with magic and some great recipes. Cat is a wonderful character and she has some witty dialogue. It was a really enjoyable 8 hours of listening pleasure.
Katie Penate is also new to me narrator. I like the tone of her voice and she really made the story come to life. I look forward to more books by Ms. Cooper and those narrated by Ms. Penate.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sunday Barnabyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSunday Barnaby2021-08-08 11:20:592021-08-09 17:40:20Bake Believe AUDIO BOOK by Cori Cooper – Review by Sunday Barnaby
Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel by Trish Williford Five Stars
Repair: An Everyday Heroes World Novel is part of The Everyday Heroes World, which at this time has 71 books written by many different authors. Repair is written by Trish Williford and she is a new author to me. I really enjoyed this book. It was well written and the characters were amazingly complex. This book brought out all the feels in me. Charlie and Tank have some off the charts chemistry. This book had me laughing out loud one minute and reaching for a tissue the next. I’m looking forward to reading more from both Trish Williford and The Everyday Heroes World. Review@sunbarn
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sunday Barnabyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSunday Barnaby2021-08-08 11:11:482021-08-09 17:39:36Repair (Rescue Me Book 1) by Trish Williford – Review by Sunday Barnaby
India Kells has once again won over my heart with her suspenseful and oh so beautiful dark romance with Dark Bastard, the fifth book in the Dark Sparrow novels. I would personally recommend that you start at the beginning to fully love and enjoy all these books for what they really are, but they could be read as standalones if that is more your jam. These books take you away and make you feel as if you are on a dark adventure of sorts and each one just gets better and better, not an easy task to accomplish for sure with these books as they are all phenomenal. With Dark Bastard we get the story of Sam and Ellie and what a smashing power couple they are! These two will quickly steal your heart and make you want to fall in love all over again. I cannot wait to get my hands on the next installment either!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2021-08-08 11:10:402021-08-09 17:37:32Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Liz Vrchota
Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells
5 Stars (deserves so many more)
This is absolutely one of my favorite series ever. I’m loving this continuing storyline and these brothers just keep pulling me in. You really must read these in order to get the whole dynamic of what exactly is happening, and what has happened. Sam was always just mentioned in previous books, you knew he was there and played a huge part, but you don’t know what that part is until this book.
My heart strings were being pulled right from the first chapter. Both Sam and Ellie had such heartbreaking stories and yet were both so very strong. I felt every emotion in this book, and truly think it might just be my favorite of them all so far. That is hard to say because they are all completely amazing.
This part gave us a little more of the ongoing storyline, up close and personal, which was scary in itself. Each one of these books keep me on the edge of my seat and I’ve learned to quit guessing what’s going to happen next because this author has all of her own ideas that keep throwing me for a loop. I read this in one sitting because I literally could not put it down.
Lazarus is up next, and the little snippet at the end of this one has me needing that story even more.
I can’t recommend this series enough, read them in order, seriously! Then get ready because you will want to read them all over again and again.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Debi Kircherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDebi Kircher2021-08-08 09:40:162021-08-08 09:40:16Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Debi Kircher
This is a new author for me which I enjoyed from beginning to end. This is a suspenseful story that pulled me in from the beginning. The author’s use of details made the story come to life on each page. It is a faster paced story about a detective and a serial killer that needs to be found before more deaths happen. The characters are connectable and made the story fun and entertaining. The twists and turns had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a great story that is worth the pick up. I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend this book
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2021-08-08 07:41:552021-08-09 17:29:17Hanging Softly in the Night: A Detective Nick Larson Novel by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This is a great box set that has three stories that are written by an author that I have enjoyed from her first book I picked up. Her books are well written and her use of attention to details make the stories realistic. These three are no different. I enjoyed being pulled into these mysteries from the beginning. Each book is unique and has characters that bring their story to life. There is murder, mystery which happens in Bryce Beach. Sunshine is a librarian that tries to solve the mysteries in each book. She made the stories fun and easy to read. She truly made the stories for me. I really enjoyed this box set.. I highly recommend this set and this author.
This is the first book in the Prestoria series. It is a very enjoyable young adult story filled with danger and adventure. It’s a magical story with links to Indian myths legends and folklore. One of the things I loved about the story was the feeling of is our lead character dreaming or is everything she experiences real?
When our lead character Radhika finds herself in Pestoria she needs to find a way to get out alive. But with other hunters the same and only her imagination for help can she return before morning or will she have to live in Prestoria forever?
This is a cute mystery that I enjoyed. This is a new author for me and I look forward to reading more from her in the future. This is a well written story about Ellie and her cat Templeton. She finds homes for rescued cats and makes lattes. What will happen when she finds a woman’s body behind her business? The problem is that this same woman was seen having a fit with Ellie. With the help of Templeton, they are in search of a murderer. What happens next I highly recommend picking up this book. The characters are fun and entertaining. They are relatable and bring the story to life. I enjoyed being pulled in from the beginning. I enjoyed watching Templeton come to life and help solve the mystery. This is a great story that I really enjoyed. It is worth the pick up.
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 Wagner2021-08-08 07:25:302021-08-09 17:27:42Hairballs and Homicide (Kitty Beret Café Mysteries Book 1) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Sci-fi fantasy with punch! Wow – this goes from strength to strength. The book takes off right where book 1 finished and does not stop. I devoured each of the words and just wanted to keep going. The intricate layers are excellently interwoven and lead to an ultimate climax. The characters I had really connected with in the first book really come unto their own as things start to align. Building on my understanding of the multiverse from book 1, I found this easier to follow. There is a cheeky little cliffhanger at the end which leaves the door open for more to come – Excellent!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2021-08-08 07:18:022021-08-09 17:27:17Journeys Through TimeSpace (Journeys Through Book 2) by James Talisman – Review by Rayne East
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