Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer
4-Stars
Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer was very enjoyable. I loved this second chance romance novel. It had a great storyline and interesting characters. I loved Maggie and Rachel and the back and forth between time. It was interesting to read things that happened with her mom. I hated Rachel’s ex hubby Paul after what happened. It broke my heart. Overall I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Madison Degraffenreidhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMadison Degraffenreid2020-06-18 19:55:592020-06-18 21:54:26Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Madison Degraffenreid
I love paranormal and this book was unlike any paranormal I’ve read before, it’s refreshing. This book can be read as a stand alone but, I would recommend reading the first book. The story is wonderful, my heart was breaking for Sera, not because she is blind, because she can handle her own even with her disability, but because she couldn’t be with the one her heart loves the most. I was nervous for her and Ian, her werewolf lover, with Ian’s struggle to come to terms with his wife and daughter that have passed as well as the rules against inter species dating. The clever part to me in this book is finding out that Sera is not only a witch, and it’s a surprise at who her father really is, and the lengths she goes to find out how to stop the shadow people from coming after her and killing her. The loyalty of her friends and the shifter community is beautiful, they all rally to keep Sera safe and help wherever possible. I can’t wait to read Finn’s story which I am hoping comes next!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2020-06-18 18:21:502020-06-18 21:52:16Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Carrie Reed
I love paranormal and this book was unlike any paranormal I’ve read before, it’s refreshing. This book can be read as a stand alone but, I would recommend reading the first book. The story is wonderful, my heart was breaking for Sera, not because she is blind, because she can handle her own even with her disability, but because she couldn’t be with the one her heart loves the most. I was nervous for her and Ian, her werewolf lover, with Ian’s struggle to come to terms with his wife and daughter that have passed as well as the rules against inter species dating. The clever part to me in this book is finding out that Sera is not only a witch, and it’s a surprise at who her father really is, and the lengths she goes to find out how to stop the shadow people from coming after her and killing her. The loyalty of her friends and the shifter community is beautiful, they all rally to keep Sera safe and help wherever possible. I can’t wait to read Finn’s story which I am hoping comes next!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2020-06-18 18:17:212020-06-18 19:59:08Blind Magic: The Sanctuary Chronicles by India Kells – Review by Carrie Reed
Another Yesterday by Angela Christina Archer is the second book in the Seashells and Second Chances Collection. The books can be read as standalone which was fantastic since this was my first read by this author. This book is full of family, love, and second chances. We get the story of Maggie, who needs to start her life over for herself and her baby girl in a small town. Thirty years later we get the story of Rachel who thought she had everything she ever wanted to lose it all and have to start over. This story is emotional and full of learning about the past in order to move on and have a better future. Will Rachel be able to find the light at the end of her path? I really enjoyed this story and how multifaceted it was. Truly between Maggie and Rachel you get two stories in one. I will be checking out other books in this series soon.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2020-06-18 18:10:522020-06-18 19:55:45Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Sheri Schrader
I enjoyed this book. This is a new author for me and I will be looking for more from her for sure. This is a story written with lots of heart and soul. It is like two stories in one. Two women both strong and both facing second chances despite what life has thrown at them. I had no problem connecting with the characters. They took me on a roller coaster ride that kept me turning pages. First you have Maggie who finds herself a single parent running from everything she knew. She finds a small town and runs an inn. Now you have Rachel who finds her husband cheating and she loses her mother at the same time. She suddenly finds herself the new owner of the inn. Will she find love in her high school boyfriend again? Will she find herself? There is much going on in this book and it was written well so you don’t get lost. This was a great rainy day read and I highly recommend it.
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 Wagner2020-06-18 17:49:402020-06-18 17:49:40Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Another Yesterday by Angela Christina Archer was a great, entertaining, heartfelt novel! I had so much trouble putting this book once I started reading it. This is the second book in the Seashells and Second Chances series, but you don’t have to read the first installment to understand this book. Or at least, I didn’t and I haven’t read the first one. This novel had me laughing and crying, and this is a book I would love to read sitting on the beach, by the ocean. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel, and I highly recommend it! I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2020-06-18 17:31:592020-06-18 19:53:03Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Rachel Moss
Winter’s Wolf. By Lou Grimes. I absolutely love shifter stories and this one is up there with my favourites. Louvette can’t keep herself out of trouble, she’s been kicked out of multiple schools and this last one is no exception. Lou and her mother are planning on moving when a lawyer shows up with some very unexpected news. A brilliant read I loved Louvettes Character shes very likeable and someone you wish to be friends with. A great first book from a new series. Really looking forward to following this one through to the end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Chalmershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Chalmers2020-06-18 16:32:512020-06-18 19:51:29Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Kerry Chalmers
Dares & Dice is the fifth novel in the Spicetopia series from Phoebe Alexander. I never feel like I have the right words to describe how much I love Phoebe’s work when I go to sit down to review it. I always feel as if I know the characters that I have read about and that is something I love finding in novels. I want to connect to the characters and love them and find myself cheering for the happily ever after that everyone wants. This one, Dares & Dice is no exception to the rule.
We get to meet Ty and Makenna in this one. Makenna is at Spicetopia for the bachelorette party of her dreams. Mind you Spicetopia is an adult theme amusement park, so there are a lot of opportunities for some wild and crazy fun as you would expect. The steam flows right through the kindle screen as you read these two and I could not get enough. See Ty is not her fiance… will he be the one last fun time situation that Makenna thinks is all she needs? These two are a story that you don’t want to miss. I enjoyed the way they played off each other and I found myself hoping for the poor fiance to be left in the dust long before the book was over. I can only hope we get more Spicetopia novels in the future because this is an amusement park I want to come back to over and over again.
I am all over the Seasons of Magic series from Sarah Biglow. This book and the first as well was fabulous and something I just could not put down until I had soaked up every page of the book. This is the second book like I said and we find Ezri, our main gal, sorta finding her footing now in the world as both a cop and the Savior of the Magical Community. She is getting just a tad confident when girls in her community start to go missing. The case gets awfully close to home as she struggles to find the perp and put an end to things with everyone she holds dear, and herself, safe and alive. I especially enjoyed the pairing of Ezri with FBI Agent Cartwright. These two have a wonderful chemistry that makes the story flow and feel all the more realistic. I can’t say enough good things about this book and really recommend that you start with the first in the series before diving into this one. You won’t be sad that you did! I can’t wait for the next one!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Liz Vrchotahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLiz Vrchota2020-06-18 16:09:532020-06-18 16:13:13Summer’s Stolen (Seasons of Magic Book 2) by Sarah Biglow – Review by Liz Vrchota
I enjoyed this novel and like the other stories in the series it is about strong independent woman who overcome hardships and find their second chances. The story is a sweet and sensual contemporary romance, which took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst reading it. Each book in the series can be read as a standalone story. “Two lives. Two stories. One fateful afternoon family secrets are uncovered from the hidden depths of the past.” In 1966, nineteen year old Maggie finds herself alone with a baby having left the city, her friends, family and the baby’s father behind. Maggie ends up in a tiny town in Maine, Shadow Brook at a beautiful inn, a place where she can forget her past and start a fresh with her daughter. In 1996, Rachel finds herself at her mothers run down inn in Maine. Having loved her life and career in busy hectic New York she’s not happy to return to her childhood home. However after her mother passed away and she then finds her husband in bed with another woman, Rachel finds herself back in Shadow Brook. Finding herself face to face with Luke, her high school boyfriend complicates matters further. Whilst clearing out her mother’s things from the attic, she comes across an old box of letters and journals and secrets from her mother’s past suddenly come to light. I found this novel to be wonderfully written with a storyline that really captured me and kept me turning the pages well into the night. I loved the characters, both Maggie and Rachel are likeable and realistic and the problems that they overcome made them very relatable. I especially enjoyed the similarities and differences between the mother and daughters lives and how they both ended up in Shadow Brook for their own second chances. I definitely recommend this novel, and I look forward to reading other books by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2020-06-18 16:05:222020-06-18 16:12:39Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Girl Trap (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton is a riveting read. As with the other two books in the series, Maddie is a powerful female lead. However, in this book, Mike, her partner, also gets to come into his own. When Madeline is tasked with tracking down a missing person, who hasn’t been seen in 10 years. Mike is off on a mission of his own, to track down his cousins missing girlfriend and her sister. I really liked how this book had two completely different mysteries to solve and this gave the characters a chance to shine individually. I also love the twists in the tale, I didn’t expect that ending! Really enjoyable read and as always I eagerly anticipate the next edition of the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juls Dickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJuls Dick2020-06-18 16:02:462020-06-18 16:12:06Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Juls Dick
The Labyrinthine Journey by Luciana Cavallaro is jam packed with so many of my favorite things that I don’t know where to start. Certain historical fiction definitely pulls me in but throw in the heavy hand of Greek Mythology and I am plum in heaven. This book follows Evan as he makes his way in a whole new world of ancient Greece. When I found out his father was Zeus I may have been a tad jealous. Evan is on a mission to find lost relics and help keep the mystical creatures and powers of the world he is in alive and strong. I loved the adventures we followed him on as he would battle through anything with such fervor that you could feel his emotions come off the screen of the kindle as you read I am very much looking forward to seeing what else may be available by Luciana Cavallaro, and to get my hands on the next book in this series!
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 Vrchota2020-06-18 15:55:332020-06-18 16:10:57The Labyrinthine Journey (Servant of the Gods Book 2) by Luciana Cavallaro – Review by Liz Vrchota
Winter’s Wolf is the first book in The Cursed series.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I got this book, but it turned out to be pretty good. The story concept is interesting and I enjoyed the characters. The author does a good job of building suspense so it keeps you reading. There are a few places where the story breaks down a bit, but I think this series has promise.
One of the things that caught me in this book are the names of the characters. I don’t know why it stood out, but the names really fit this book well.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Naomi McDonaldhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNaomi McDonald2020-06-18 15:50:112020-06-18 16:11:31Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Naomi McDonald
I have never had the pleasure until now to read anything penned by JD Spero, and I am so glad that I have. Boy on Hold is a very raw and realistic look into the lives of a boy, Hen Trout and his family’s battle with addiction, mental illness, and shocking murder. This family sees it all and the author does a very good job at keeping things authentic and realistic. Everything comes off as raw and real as you read that you can’t help but feel the same emotions that the characters are struggling with. I loved how this kept you on the edge of your seat and had a slow build throughout the story. It was impossible for me to put this book down until I reached that last page. I not only had to know how things would come to be for the family but even more wanted to keep reading because it was just that good. I felt transported right there and I can’t wait to see what else JD Spero has to get lost in soon! This is one you don’t want to miss!
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 Vrchota2020-06-18 15:39:572020-06-18 15:43:17Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Liz Vrchota
Dares & Dice (Spicetopia Book 5) by Phoebe Alexander 4 Stars!!!!
Yet another great adventure in Spicetopia. I have read this whole series so far and yet again I was lost in the Spicetopia world with yet another great couple and a bit of drama thrown in to boot. I really could not put this book down and really could not wait to see how things would end up. The author has a really good way of luring the reader in and once hooked keeping your attention.
I really thought that the story of Makenna and Ty was kind of sweet. The whole situation is sort of complex from the beginning and the author has quite the way to spin the complexity. I could really feel the pain of Makenna as she is confronted with the betrayal and also could feel the rush of excitement when venturing into the unknown. I also really like how Ty didn’t let his family stand in the way of what he wants to do. I really enjoyed this book and I cannot wait to read more from this author and hopefully this series in the future. Reviewed by @caraleeloonat
I couldn’t wait to dive into this read, Lou Grimes is a new author and I couldn’t wait to see what this paranormal read was about, and boy I wasn’t disappointed. This book had me hooked instantly and I couldn’t wait to go deeper into the read. This book had action, suspense, mystery and a lot of drama, I couldn’t read the book fast enough I was eager to find out more, and see where the story will go. I thoroughly enjoyed following our characters story in this read and finding out where their journey will take them. I can’t wait to read more from this author and see what else comes to this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Chantelle Smithhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChantelle Smith2020-06-18 14:55:022020-06-18 15:44:24Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Chantelle Smith
Girl Trap is the 3rd book in the Madeline Dawkins Series by Cynthia Hamilton. This is a fast paced, thrilling detective series with gripping storylines and great characters. Each book in this series can be read as a stand-alone but I think you’d get a better understanding of Madeline and Mike’s characters and their background. In Girl Trap, Madeline and Mike are both working on different missing women cases so we get the added bonus of 2 great stories at the same time. Madeline is looking a Hannah, who has been missing for 10 years. Her mother is dying and wants to reconcile with her estranged daughter before she dies. Well, that’s the story she tells Madeline. What unfolds is a completely different story that has a very unexpected ending that you will not see coming. At the same time Mike is looking for his cousin Jesse’s missing girlfriend and her sister. I have to say that this particular story had me more gripped than the story Maddie was working on. This storyline leads you into the dark and murky world of woman trafficking. This book took me a little longer than the first 2 in the series to get gripped by, but once I did, it gripped me hard and I could not put this book down. Cynthia Hamilton sure knows how to write a well thought out thriller that will really have you invested in the story and the characters. The more I read of Madeline and Mike, the ore I come to love and admire that people that they have become. Both have overcome some serious adversity in the years preceding these stories. I can’t wait to see what Cynthia Hamilton has in store next for Maddie and Mike.
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 Taylor2020-06-18 13:37:152020-06-18 14:14:54Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Karyn Taylor
I can’t even put into words all of the emotions this story has put me through. Love, frustration, loss, sorrow, heartbreak, surprise and the sparkle of first love, even second love. At first I struggled with this. But at about 30% it really started coming together. There are plenty of date/year switches but as the story goes on I can see a reason for each and every one of them.
The writing in here is wonderful. The author made me care about the characters. Feel their joy and cry tears with them. There are certain parts in here that just really pulled on those old heartstrings. This is a definite journey that I went on that spans over time. Sometimes I felt it was a bit wordy and some areas could have been cut down but for the most part I really liked it.
The characters really just pulled me into their life. I felt the second love of James and Maggie as well as all the emotions of her first love, Charles. Then there is Rachel and her life with Paul and her regrets with Luke. This has secrets that are played out over the course of this story. Everyone has secrets but how damaging are they?
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 Helmick2020-06-18 13:22:282020-06-18 14:16:02Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Lisa Helmick
We are invited into the lives of Marcella, Hen and Tyler. A nice family dealing with normal family issues. But in this story they take a little different avenue. This becomes a mystery or a who did it. We meet other players and learn more and more about Tyler and Hen. Hen only wants to catch a hedgehog and keep the love and trust of his big brother. Tyler is just trying to get through each day. The author did a good job portraying these boys and this family. I came to came about them an hope against hope that they are all in the clear. I did wondered where the title came from when I picked this up. After reading it makes more sense.
The story moves along and easily kept my interest. I loved the characters and they story weaves together nicely.
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 Helmick2020-06-18 13:17:152020-06-18 14:16:56Boy on Hold by JD Spero – Review by Lisa Helmick
Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides. This is a fun Young Adult Fantasy book. Its the story of Megan who is newly adopted and about to take on new Quest involving murder and mystery. During this Quest she is trying to figure out who the real enemy is? Megan is in charge of watching over Tyson a cocky athlete who is a rebel and she is trying to keep his attitude in control until they reach their goal. During this Quest she and Tyson are attacked by armies of cultists and serial killer Wizards. Will Megan be able to defeat the attackers and keep Tyson in check all at the same time or will she finally be defeated. Will she be able to determine who is really her enemies before she get a sneak attack? This book will keep you on the edge of your seat so be prepared!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2020-06-18 12:20:532020-06-18 13:12:12Golden Void (Black Blade Book 3) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Tausha Treadway
“One dead father. One lying mother”. Twelve year old Rocky overheard his Mum admit that the story she had told him of his fathers death was a lie. Rocky does not know how he can trust her following that revelation. Then soon after his fathers funeral a ‘For-Sale’ sign appears in front of their house, a house full of memories of his dad. Having moved house and having to start at a new school, Rocky suddenly hears the voice of his father, who is insisting that he return to his old town for answers, but can you take advice from a dead person? Rocky then makes a new friend in Olive who offers to be Rocky’s assistant sleuth and help him discover the truth. Rocky and Olive then go on a journey of risks, eavesdropping and snooping all to discover the truth about his father and find out why his mother lied. This is a contemporary mystery with an interesting storyline and great characters in Rocky and Olive. Both of the main characters were likeable and relatable and I loved how their relationship developed throughout the book. It had me hooked from the start and I found it an emotional story, and one I felt fully immersed in whilst reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2020-06-18 12:00:462020-06-18 12:04:50Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer. I loved this book. Its the story of Rachel who finds her husband in bed with another woman and her mom passing away she finds herself leaving the life she loves behind to go to Shadow Brook, Maine the new owner of the run down Inn her mom owned. Add to the crazy list of things happening she runs into her ex high school boyfriend Luke. She tries to keep herself busy with the renovation of the Inn but in cleaning out her mom’s things she finds a box of journals and letters that bring even more mystery to her life. She learns her mom Maggie ended up in Shadow Brook all alone at 19 with her as a baby. What will Rachel find out about her mom in these journals? Will the life she’s known all be a lie? Will she ever be able to forgive Paul or will she give new love a chance with Luke? Read this amazing love story to find out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2020-06-18 11:37:072020-06-18 12:03:26Another Yesterday (Seashells and Second Chances Collection Book 2) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Tausha Treadway
I am at an absolute loss for words after reading this book, the third in the AMAZING Madeline Dawkins Series. This is definitely the most intense, attention keeping book in the series so far. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end, and just could not put it down for the life of me! I definitely recommend this book, and the series as a whole. I very much look forward to the release of the next book and reading more from the very talented Cynthia Hamilton.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Finn Cunninghamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFinn Cunningham2020-06-18 11:35:192020-06-18 11:38:38Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Finn Cunningham
Girl Trap is the third novel in the Madeline Dawkins series by Cynthia Hamilton, it follows, ‘Spouse Trap’ and ‘A High Price to Pay’. Event coordinator and private investigator Madeline Dawkins adventures continue in this story. Both Madeline and partner Mike are busy with two cases which at first glance look like simple missing person cases, however it doesn’t take long to discover that the disappearance of two sisters from Minnesota and an estranged heiress who has never touched her eight-figure fortune are not simple cases at all. Mike heads off to search for his cousin’s missing girlfriend and her sister whilst Madeline’s investigation leads her to a Catholic boarding school. Both investigations lead them into danger and soon several lives are hanging in the balance. Mike and Madeline are then faced with both daunting odds and ruthless criminals. Having been gripped by the first two books in this series I was looking forward to this third instalment and I was definitely not disappointed. I was hooked from page one with this fast paced mystery, adventure, thriller. I love Madeline as the main character and heroine of this series and I’m always cheering her on to a good outcome. I found this a great read and was fully immersed in Madeline Dawkins world once again.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2020-06-18 11:27:502020-06-18 11:38:05Girl Trap (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 3) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Jennifer Gordon
I give Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Book 1) by Lou Grimes, 5 stars.
I really enjoyed this book. This is a YA supernatural book where the main character discovers who they really are. While there are many books that fall into this category, the author does a great job of making this one stand out. Louvette is such a good character and we are along for the ride as she finds out more about herself. Most teenagers feel like she does at this age and I could easily remember those times while I read. The cast of secondary characters is also really great. Her mother did the best she could, but you can see the love there. Her friends are also enjoyable and I hope to see more of them too. Then there is the story itself. It’s not just a girl finding her way in this newly discovered world. There are more sinister things afoot, making the story all the more endearing.
If you are a fan of YA Paranormal books, I recommend this story to you. I cannot wait to read the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Erin Wolfhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngErin Wolf2020-06-18 11:25:532020-06-18 11:39:09Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Erin Wolf
Two lives. Two stories. One fateful afternoon family secrets are uncovered from the hidden depths of the past.
Maggie ~ 1966: “I never thought my life would fall apart in the way that it did. Nineteen, alone, and with a baby on my hip, I fled from all I knew–the city I lived in, my friends, my parents, and him. It was the only thing I could do.
And that’s when I found Shadow Brook, a tiny town in Maine with a beautiful inn, and a place where I could forget about my past, locking the memories away along with the secrets that could shatter my daughters’ world. Secrets, I left in the attic where they belong, hidden far away from her.”
Rachel ~ 1996: “I never wanted my mother’s life or her run down inn in nowhere Maine. I wanted my life in New York. The one with my handsome husband, fantastic career, and the bustle of city life. Isn’t that when life likes to throw you to the wolves?
After finding my husband in bed with another woman and my mother passed away, I found myself not only the new owner of the inn, but also back in Shadow Brook, and face to face with old my high-school boyfriend, Luke. At least I can distract myself with the renovations, and I can finally clear out all of my mother’s things. Including an old box of journals and letters found in the corner of the attic.”
Each story in the Seashells and Second Chances Collection is about a strong woman overcoming hardships and finding her own second chance. Each story is a standalone novel and can be read and enjoyed separately from the others. If you love sweet and sensual contemporary romance with a dash of humor, you will love the stories in the Seashells and Second Chances Collection. Unlock this story and the others today.
I’m a history-lovin’ author who writes in her fuzzy pants and loves her horses! My stories have a pinch of sweetness, a dash of spice, and a dollop of history.
Growing up in Nevada, reading was always a pastime that took second place to trail riding and showing horses. When I did find the time in my youth to curl up with a book, I found enjoyment in the Saddle Club Series, the Sweet Valley High series, and the classics of Anne of Green Gables, The Box Car Children, and Little House on the Prairie. Although writing always piqued my curiosity, it wasn’t until September 2009 that I worked up the courage to put my passion to paper and started my debut novel.
I live on a ranch with my husband, two daughters, and many farm animals. When I’m not writing, I spend my days from dawn to dusk as a stay at home, homeschooling mom. I also work in my garden and takes care of my many farm animals, as well as I love to bake and cook from scratch. While I don’t show horses anymore, I still love to trail ride my paint horse, Honky, as well as I, enjoy teaching my daughters how to ride their horses, Sunburst and Cowboy.
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I have this really annoying habit of underestimating or even by passing books aimed toward a younger audience when in reality they have been some of the best books I’ve read. Swallowed by a Secret is certainly a 5 star book that falls into this category. This book has everything, including the ability to make me cry, harder than I would like to admit. The characters, though young, (I mean the main character is thirteen) were really fantastic. I struggle to find the words to describe this book, I want to say heavy, but that isn’t it. The author did a great job navigating through delicate subjects in a captivating, well written way. This was the first book read by this author and it will most certainly leave a lasting impression. Impressed is an understatement.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Felicia Bateshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFelicia Bates2020-06-18 11:02:242020-06-18 11:39:42Swallowed by a Secret by Risa Nyman – Review by Felicia Bates
If I’m being completely honest, I was drawn to this book initially because of the gorgeous cover. Shortly after, curiosity took over. I’m still fairly new to the world of shape shifting and werewolves and wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Winter’s Wolf was a great young adult read with action, danger and suspense and it kept me interested from the first to last page and everything in between. I look forward to reading more from Lou Grimes, especially the Cursed Book series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Felicia Bateshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFelicia Bates2020-06-18 10:53:362020-06-18 11:40:53Winter’s Wolf (The Cursed Series Book 1) by Lou Grimes – Review by Felicia Bates
Girl Trap is the third book in the Madeline Dawkins series. I would say that this book could be read as a stand alone novel, as the author, Cynthia Hamilton, gives a good amount of background information to catch new readers up. However, I always enjoy a book more when I’m already familiar with character and their backstories, so I personally would say it might be even more enjoyable if you start from the beginning of the series. The start of the book is a refresher, reminding us of the key points that you need to know. It soon dives into the story though, and with Madeline and her partner Mike working on two separate cases there is plenty of action to keep you hooked. I really like how the plots and characters have developed throughout the series, Madeline and Mike find themselves in uncharted waters this time and having to think on their toes. As always a few surprises are dropped in too, which makes you want to keep reading for more. A nice, easy read to get lost in for an afternoon.
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Summers Stolen (An Urban Fantasy Novel) by Sarah Biglow is the second book in the Seasons of Magic series. This is a fantastic follow up book to the first in the series. It is exciting and fast paced with a great storyline. I enjoyed booked one and so was excited to start reading book two. It had all the fantastic writing and strong characters that I had got used to in the first book. I was drawn straight back in to it and could not wait to find out what was going to happen. I have read a few books by this author now and she is definitely one I would recommend. Her stories are always well written and really know how to catch your attention. After reading this book I am looking forward to seeing what else is to come in 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 Baker2020-06-18 09:52:532020-06-18 11:43:12Summer’s Stolen (Seasons of Magic Book 2) by Sarah Biglow – Review by Kerry Baker
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