I always get excited when I see a book by this author because I enjoy her work so much and this book is no exception. The writing style felt so familiar when I started reading the book and it just made me connect with the story more easily. I always love the single mum trope and this author has done it with such ease. I found the characters engaging and interesting. I wanted to know more about them and see how things would develop. This author easily cemented herself as one of my favourites a long time ago and I never fail to pick up and enjoy one of her books. I loved this book from the moment I started reading and read it all in once sitting. This is a fantastic book and a fantastic series, I would highly recommend it.
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 Baker2024-02-22 16:04:472024-03-20 10:38:20Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Kerry Baker
The Scottish Play is the 1st Book in the new PolyAm Fam series and I LOVED this book so much. I am a huge fan of this author and I was eagerly anticipating to read this story and I cannot say enough of how much I really enjoyed this book. Giving me the feels of a sense of love, family, drama, angst with sugar and spice….I devoured every page and have no regrets. The overall relationships between the characters and how it developed throughout the storyline makes me want to be part of world.
Who wouldn’t love a true Scotsman in a kilt help with a play that is for your graduate degree? Molly being in a predicament needed the perfect person to play the part and help her get her final project done and wow the professors. When Molly’s girlfriend, Poe, approaches Lachlan Adair to see if he would be game to help out….Lachlan does not know how to act…but taking a look at Molly at first sight…he was in. Sparks fly between Lachlan and Molly..knowing that Molly though already has her love of her life, Poe. When things heat up, feelings are mutual….with the support of the polycule that Molly is part of….Molly needs to find the courage to feel free and open on whom she loves…even if it more than one person…
Will Molly’s play become a success in the end after it is all said and done….with Poe and Lachlan both whom love Molly…
Definitely read and find out…you will not be disappointed. I loved this spin on love and for me just perfectly done. Love is Love….always
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 Hoerner2024-02-22 15:02:202024-03-19 21:16:49The Scottish Play (Polyam Fam Series) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
The Earl’s Match is a contemporary romance historical tale that has many layers to make it interesting. It is the fifth book in the Thompsons of Locust Street. I love the cover. Each book tells the story of one of the Thompsons siblings and this one is Paydon’s story. I don’t read a lot of historical romance it’s not really my genre but if it is done well, as this one is I am happy. Holly paints a vivid picture of the time with her narrative that makes it easily imagined. The characters feel real and have flaws and vulnerabilities. I admit I did quite enjoy this story. This heartwarming story is filled with passion and pain, struggle, and drama. Clarice is not your normal society girl in fact she prefers life outside of society where she can breathe and be herself. She is perfect for Payden, she is just what he needs to ground him and pull him out of his funk. Paydon is still reeling from his imprisonment and is finding it hard to full out of the darkness that seems to have settled into his soul. However there maybe one person who maybe just be what he needs. If you like historical romance, then you will like not only this book but this series.
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 Bishop2024-02-22 14:53:162024-03-20 10:38:09The Earl’s Match (The Thompsons of Locust Street Series) by Holly Bush – Review by Jenni Bishop
Riley is new to town, as always, for her and her mom are the type that only stay while the cons are good, aka victim of the latter. Now she is facing everything by herself and she is beginning to doubt the motives behind this new setting of things. Her uncle, mom and her are a team, but lately none of them are around or sharing the plan.
Cole is getting by, after her mom suicided, one more year of high school and he is off to Uni where he does not have to deal with his asshole father. But there is a memory that his brain does not let go, a kiss with a strange girl that is burned into the depths of his subconscious.
This strangers to lovers is full of high school drama.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paloma Fierrohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaloma Fierro2024-02-22 14:19:072024-03-20 10:38:01Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Paloma Fierro 22/2/24
Selene is way down on her luck. Nothing is going right and she is going to be homeless soon as per the eviction notice on her door. Getting fired seems to be her M.O. No matter how well she tries she just can’t catch a break until she applies for a job on a warm tropical Island. She will do anything to keep this job and all the perks it comes with. All is not what it seems and Selene is determined to find out why. Will she figure it out? Will she stay? Can she? Read this short but tantalizing book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Deb Robinsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDeb Robinson2024-02-22 14:05:482024-03-20 10:37:39Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Deb Robinson
Beach Ball Blunder is Book Three in The Adventures of Cray on the Bay Series. It is a children’s book that follows the beach adventures of Cray the Crab and his friends, Hay the Fox, Ray the Seagull, Fay the Turtle, and in this newest adventure Gray the Seal. Told in rhymes the book tells the story of Seal Gray who is on the beach playing with his beach ball when it suddenly spins out of control causing chaos along the way. Gray sees the damage that the ball has done as it crushes his friend’s sandcastle, knocks an ice cream cone out of a child’s hand, and almost hits his friends as it bounces along the beach. He decides to lie and say the ball was not his because he feels so guilty about what has happened. Afterwards, Seal Gray is overwhelmed by guilt and sadness, so he goes to his friends and confesses that it was him and his ball. His friends are understanding, and Cray the Crab explains that lying is harmful. The friends then work together to clean up the mess along the beach. This was a wonderfully written book with cute rhymes and colorful illustrations that conveyed important messages about friendship, forgiveness, kindness, and responsibility for one’s own actions. A must read for both young and old alike.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2024-02-22 13:35:052024-03-20 10:37:32Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
My son (7yo) and I always enjoy all of the books by Lois Wickstrom. They are always so much fun to read. The Grandma’s closet series is always filled with magic and fun. Who doesn’t love magic? After reading, you and your kids will find yourself wanting some magic wandas of your own!
This is an amazing story that feels like it just flows off the pages and keeps you turning them until the book is done. It is a great read that was very quick for me. I am normally not one that gravitates towards sports romances but this book was really well done. I feel like you didn’t just get sports or romance, you got a really good blend of both. This book is written in dual POV which allows the characters to have a great banter between them and really allows the reader to be able to get caught up in them. I love when you feel like you want to be friends with the characters and I definitely do with this book. There is angst, steam, love, banter, just super cute things in this book that make you swoon. The author has a way with words that just makes you feel completely immersed into the story line. I highly enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to reading more from this author. Reviewed by: @bbohls
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2024-02-22 12:03:192024-03-20 10:37:19Out of Bounds (Game Time Series) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Barbara Bohls
Carrie looks through the stuff grandma left behind when she moved. (Which you read about in the previous book.) In the closet she finds wooden flowers, which her grandmother tells her are Magic Wandas, not wands. This is where her fun adventure begins, using her imagination as the key.
I love this fun book about the power of imagination and all the things your imagination can create. Will everyone understand what you create? No, Carrie’s mom is a perfect example of this in the story, but that shouldn’t stop you from dreaming and creating! Definitely a fun read for younger children.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Donyahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDonya2024-02-22 10:32:172024-03-20 10:37:13Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Donya Pedigo
When I saw this I couldn’t help but scream “ SIGN ME Up“ I’m like the HIG queen 😉🤗 and hello it was released on HUG DAY 😉🤗
So I got more than I bargained for and that’s not a bad thing especially if you like MMF 😉
Weston has had a rough time of late and he’s basically left with the roof over his head but desperate times call for desperate measures and he needs to find himself some housemates to keep said roof over his head …..
Interviews start and there’s 2 promising candidates and it would seem more boxes are being ticked than just housemates 🔥😉
Petra and her 4 legged family member are licking their wounds after walking away from a relationship and they need a roof over their head and space to breathe ,heal and do her writing
Callum can cook so I’d take him in on that alone 🤣he’s looking to make his way on life and in his career and I don’t think he was bargaining on the distraction of his housemates ……
These 3 special peeps and their canines kept me well entertained 🤣😉❣️📚
I know it’s still early in the year I know but this is going to be one of my favourite reads of the year !
Just a fair warning warning don’t read this on an empty stomach or when you have a craving for a sweet treat because this read is filled with delectable and delicious temptation 🥰😉
I loved being Ireland and being in the bakery with Claire and her family and she’s been working there since a wee one and it’s only natural for her to want to try new things and I get her mums reservations and watching them at loggerheads made me sad to a degree but their story and relationship was also real and endearing …..
The bakery is catering for a wedding and they did their trusted cupcakes but there wax an accident along the way and said cupcakes are no more so there’s our Claire in a flat spin but her knight that caused the accident comes to her rescue and provided a kitchen so she can bake a batch if delicious goodness ! Everyone falls in love with her delectable creations but mom is not on board , until she is ….
I laughed hard , I cried hard and o thoroughly enjoyed this read and these are book peeps that become family and live in your heart forever 🥰
I loved watching her and Finn find each other , they laugh , they have fun and they get up to mischief ! They’re so refreshing 🥰 this is one I’ll be resting again and sharing with anyone who’ll lend me their ears ❣️📚
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2024-02-22 06:02:122024-03-14 08:31:59Sweet Dreams by Claire (Capture the Light Series) by Nanette Littlestone – Review by Heidi Sturgess
Let me begin by saying that you can read this as a standalone or in order of the series. I recommend reading it in order because knowing the back story of the Bennett family will help a lot. Now let’s get started with this review. Fearless Love is the final installment to the most beautiful and touching romance series I have ever read. This is James and Sara’s story. The best way to sum it all up is two broken hearts brought together by whatever you want to call it. He’s a tender spirit that knows what he wants and is so loving and compassionate. He shows Sara what life can be like with the right man to love her and her son, Noah. Sara is independent and protective of her son. She learns that its okay to let someone in again. She learns to heal in many ways. Watching these two heal and come together and become a family, small and large, left me feeling so many emotions. Sara’s job as a traveling nurse brought her to the farm to help Ray recover from his health crisis in a previous book, I prefer to think fate brought them together for her own purpose. This author is one of my favorites. Her writing is tender, compassionate, romantic, and realistic. The Bennetts have always felt like they could be part of my community. This author has done a fantastic job of tying up the series. This author has done a wonderful job of making her readers feel that the Bennetts have been part of your family. Happy tears flowed as the family returned for a surprise. Thank you sharing this beautiful series with us.
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 Kittell2024-02-22 05:49:202024-03-20 10:37:08Fearless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, Book 5) by KG Fletcher – Review by Shelly Kittell
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62792062-test-of-the-four” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Test of the Four (The Serrulata Saga, #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1664196059l/62792062._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62792062-test-of-the-four”>Test of the Four</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21380380.A_E_Bennett”>A.E. Bennett</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6284589390″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> A 4.5 read<br />I was lucky enough to be able to move straight onto the second in the Serrulata Series after completing the first, and like the fist it is a really well written dystopian story.<br />The four consisting of Leora, Rolland, Aurora and Leoplod continue to grow their relationships, hone their magic and try to make sense of the world outside of the Border of the Realm as they head to New York which is now a fable. Whilst there continues to be issues within the Realm.<br />Relationships grow and meld, and the characters develop as consistently as in the first book. The world is described in such a way that you can almost see it. <br />Another really good dystopian read.<br /> <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2024-02-22 04:42:392024-03-20 10:37:00Test of the Four: Book Two of The Serrulata Saga by A.E. Bennett – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
5 Stars The Scottish Play (Polyam Fam Series) by Phoebe Alexander
The Scottish Play is the first book in the Polyam Fam Series and is a wonderfully written Romantic Comedy. I loved everything about this book from the characters that are fully developed, relatable and complex. Her style of writing is what I love most about her. Her attention to detail along with her creative characters make the story come to life. I’ve read several books by this author and honestly this is my favorite yet. Lachlan and Molly, she doesn’t date men and for her grad school project is to stage her play she wrote. Lachlan doesn’t date period but sure has a sexy accent. He’s not the best actor but whew should that really matter? I think not. These two have some serious chemistry between them. What will happen onve the play is complete? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I’m already looking forward to the next book in this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2024-02-22 04:16:162024-03-19 21:20:44The Scottish Play (Polyam Fam Series) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59084839-gathering-of-the-four” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga, #1)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1632750990l/59084839._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59084839-gathering-of-the-four”>Gathering of the Four</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21380380.A_E_Bennett”>A.E. Bennett</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6284551885″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> My first dive into a book by this author and I am so glad I jumped. <br />The World building is brilliant and the character development is continuously good. The introductions and back stories really set the scene, we are introduced to the Xanthos (magic users) . <br />They are feared and untrusted by others, they are easily spotted by their yellow eyes. We follow Leora of Mae who escapes her adoptive family and is almost sold into servitude. On her journey she bands together with others like herself and we follow them as they face many things as Comet HaleBopp streaks the sky.<br />A really well written book and I cannot wait to read the second to see what happens next. <br /> <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2024-02-22 04:10:232024-03-20 10:36:55Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga Book 1) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
Oh man it’s been a treat to read these duets and while I’m on the edge of my seat to sink ny teeth into the last one I’m also hesitant because I don’t want it to end 😉
This duet has ELUSIVE which is about Alexis and Sheldon while TENACIOUS is about Nick and Allie .
ELUSIVE
Sheldon and Alexi’s cross paths quite by chance when Alexis finds herself in quite the predicament, let’s just say wrong place ,wrong time , wrong person lucky for her Sheldon is called upon for protection ….
Sheldon and Alexi bring out the unknown hunger in craving in each other for each other and guess what we’re the fortunate souls ( sone would say depraved ) we are to bear witness to this 😉🔥
These 2 kept me on my toes and they were in some tight and dangerous situations , my heart was beating harder than it should at times and it wasn’t just because of the suspense and danger 😉be prepared !
TENACIOUS
I can’t believe it’s coming to an end 😪
So my journey ends with Nick and Allie 😍
Nick is one of those delectable men that always gets what he wants and Allie is the first to say no to him and not fall at his feet and succumb to his charms but girl you’re not going to be able to fight it for to long have you looked into those eyes 👀🔥🥰
Allie is fiercely independent and has walls around her heart , self preservation and all and with her being a nurse she sees a lot and needs to be able to distance herself emotionally but I don’t think she’s ready for what’s coming get way when her path crosses with Nick’s ….
Nick and Allie are on the same team but fighting different aspects of it , Nick is fighting the traffickers while Allie works with the after effects and they’re in a war of evil and epic proportions which sickens me to the pit of my stomach.
Other than Nick and Allie’s relationship I loved the friendship between Allie and Lexi she’s a real good friend, she’s loyal , honest and supportive, a real keeper !
I just loved this duets and these people have become my tribe ❣️📚
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2024-02-22 03:17:042024-03-14 08:32:08Elusive Surrender (Sinful Duets Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Heidi Sturgess
He’s the sensible brother in the family who’d do anything to help a neighbor out. She’s a single mother on the run. Can the two resist temptation when they become unexpected roommates?
James Bennett had his life all planned out—or so he thought. After a bitter break-up, he convinces himself he doesn’t have time for relationships anymore. But all bets are off when he befriends his father’s new caregiver, Sara Larson.
She’s the beautiful and funny travel nurse hired to help his dad. She’s also a single mom to her eight-year-old son which means she’s completely off-limits. But there’s something captivating about the auburn-haired beauty and he finds himself drawn to her like a moth to a hot flame.
When James learns she and her son are living out of a suitcase in the local economy motel, he invites them to stay with him and his two big dogs at Bennett Farms. Sara reminds him what it’s like to desire a family of his own. She’s everything he ever needed, and nothing he ever imagined.
But Sara has secrets and he knows getting attached might be a huge mistake.
Can James convince Sara to stay and build a permanent life with him by her side? Or will she run away again, leaving him with his heart in his hands?
Author’s Note: A steamy standalone about two roommates turned lovers. One-click for a cinnamon-roll hero who’d give the shirt off his back to help someone in need, and an independent mom who’s first priority is her son. Romantic add-ons include a charming carriage house, flirty banter, big dogs, late-night dirty dancing. This love story comes with a guaranteed Happily Ever After.
“The Singing Author,” KG Fletcher, lives in her very own frat house in Atlanta, GA with her husband Ladd and three sons. As a singer/songwriter she became a recipient of the “Airplay International Award” for “Best New Artist” showcasing original songs at The Bluebird Café in Nashville, TN. She earned her BFA in theater at Valdosta State University, and has traveled the world professionally as a singer/actress. KG currently gets to play rock star as a backup singer in the National Tour, “Remember When Rock Was Young – the Elton John Tribute.”
KG is a hopeless romantic. When she’s not on the road singing, she’s probably at home day dreaming about her swoony book boyfriends, or arranging a yummy charcuterie board while sipping red wine and listening to Frank Sinatra. KG loves to interact with readers on social media and share about her writing and singing journey.
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Murder at Music Hall is the first book in the True North mystery series. This novel is plotted well and draws you in to the shadows of those who think money buys everything. A straight forward murder investigation turns out to be anything but that. The main character has to navigate complex situations that have the reader questioning what would happen next. Good start to a new series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Vaughnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Vaughn2024-02-21 22:07:262024-03-20 10:36:49Murder At Music Hall (True North Murder Mystery Book 1) by A. J. Ullman – Review by Brandy Vaughn
The Rise of House Valdis is the first book in the House Valdis series. It’s an exciting urban fantasy featuring plenty of action and romance! I’ve enjoyed other books by this author so I knew I was in for a treat with some fascinating characters and LGBT+ romance.
After getting to know Xenobia in the prequel, it was fun to see how her life on earth had developed and learn what she can do with her powers. There are also plenty of new characters to meet – I particularly liked Matthew who we learn a lot about as the story progresses.
There are plenty of threats as Xenobia tries to protect the various characters who’ve ended up under her care. She has some difficult decisions to make as she works out how to keep everyone safe, including deciding who she can trust to help her.
I’d recommend this series to readers who are fans of the author, and anyone who’s looking to get into an urban fantasy with superb world building. This book gets five stars from me!
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'Sullivan2024-02-21 21:32:152024-03-20 10:42:44The Rise of House Valdis (House Valdis Series) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
Anise Storm wrote an amazing contemporary romance, Deceptively Yours, that will have you questioning what will happen next. This is the first book in the Titans of Chicago series and was absolutely intriguing. The author wrote this story going between the two main characters, Harper and Gabriel’s point of view. I love it when authors do this because you get to see how both main characters are feeling and have a deeper understanding of why their actions are as they are. This story starts out introducing us to Harper and Gabriel, two teenagers in love who have their whole lives together planned out, until one tragic night Harper finds out from Gabriel’s parents that her parents have died in a fatal car accident. Harper’s Uncle George comes to take her from Chicago, Illinois to live with him and his family in Portland, Oregon. After the move, Harper starts pulling away slowly from communicating with Gabriel, until one day out of the blue she breaks everything off. You will be shocked as to the horrors that caused Harper to make this decision. Ten years later the two meet up again, but will they be able to work past their hurt feelings and reconcile so they can at least be civil with one another, or will Gabriel refuse to speak to Harper, who is desperate to talk with Gabriel? The storyline keeps moving from one surprise to the next, flowing so smoothly that you won’t want to put the book down. I cannot wait for the next book in this series to come out, there are so many characters that we meet in this story that I would love to read more about, including Harper and Gabriel’s Titan friends. @Brandy Rymer 02/2024
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Harper and Gabriel had both been brought up in a family of Titans, their fathers were very powerful men in Chicago. They had fallen in love young and thought they would always be together until one fateful day tore them completely apart. Harper lost her parents when she was almost 17 to a car accident and was sent to live with her Uncle George and cousin Jayson in Portland Oregon. She didn’t know what pain she was about to endure at their hands but it cost her everything. Once she learned of certain things she decided to try and convince the only person she ever loved that he was in danger due to her. Once she arrived back in Chicago and found Gabriel she was not welcomed like she might have hoped. It had been almost a decade since he had seen her and she had torn him apart. Will things go the way she planned and will Gabriel even listen to or believe anything she had to say?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Knallshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Knalls2024-02-21 19:50:132024-03-20 10:42:28Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm- Review by Heather Knalls
Featuring wonderfully diverse characters, this book seeks to explore a time in our nation’s history that can be uncomfortable. The main characters are progressive and forward thinking, particularly for their times. Readers wrestle with the theme of religion versus spirituality. How can dignity be brought into totally undignified situations? Is it possible for compassion to override the inhumane? Read to find out.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Alison Risherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAlison Risher2024-02-21 19:00:472024-03-19 21:16:29Dark Sky at Dawn (Free Men and Dreamers Book 1) by L.C. Lewis – Review by Alison Risher
What can be better than a romcom set in Turks and Caicos while on vacation? Giuliana and her best friend have a vacation together but at the last minute her best friend can’t go until later into the vacation and embarks on the start of their vacation alone. Or so she thinks? During the flight, she ends up meeting Landon and is instantly attracted to him. Unlike Guiliana, Landon is on this trip for business, not pleasure, so his mindset is not on having a romantic rendezvous. Unfortunately, he cannot help how beautiful she is but he is quite guarded and not sure how to proceed with whatever it is they are. Will these guarded nature keep them from seeing what potential they might have? I absolutely recommend this great romantic, funny read. It is the first in the series and I am looking forward to reading more of it as it comes along.
Dirty Heartbreaker by AC Sheppard is the third book in the Hamilton Steelhawks Series. These books can be read as standalones. This book Follows Gabby a retired figure skater turned business woman and Colby a Professional Hockey Player. Gabby and Colby once had a messy affair and have stayed away from each other ever since. But when their friends ask them to be the maid of honor and best man at their destination wedding the two are forced to work together for their friends. These two have a push and pull that has them driving each other crazy in more ways than one. If you like a good tension filled Hockey romance this one is definitely for you 4 out of 5 stars.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Victoria McQuigghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVictoria McQuigg2024-02-21 18:34:032024-03-20 10:41:53Dirty Heartbreaker: Hamilton Steelhawks Book 3 by A C Sheppard-Review by Victoria McQuigg
Treasure hunt is another fun book on the Grandma’s Closet series. Carrie opened the Dowse box from Grandma’s Closet. These boxes are always filled with fun and magical things, however, these just look like sticks. But, turns out they are magical sticks called dowsing rods, which Carrie takes around her house and yard. We had fun looking for the white cat in many of the pictures. My son says he needs the next book to find out what’s in the box from Grandma. These books are very colorful and magical.
This was a cute story. I enjoyed Fox and Bailey’s development. Both characters had growth they needed to make in order to move forward. I liked that the characters were older and easier for my demographic to connect with than twentysomethings. It was cozy and a quick read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2024-02-21 18:12:192024-03-20 10:41:46Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man, Book 1) by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Trish Ann
Magic Wanda is another book in the Grandma’s Closet series, and I read it with my 8 year old. We are big dans of this author, but this book was not our favorite. It required the stretching of imagination a little further than my son has, so perhaps for younger readers. Carrie’s Grandma no longer lives with them, but has a closet full of goodies. Carrie often goes into the closet when she is missing her Grandma. This time she found a box of “Wandas” – magic wands. She takes these Wandas on magical adventures around her house and yard, having them transform into various things. The illustrations are always colorful and engaging.
Mavery Ellscott has quickly become one of my go to authors. She is one author readers should get behind. After reading the first book Shadowed Obsession I was hooked. You can read each standalones, but I encourage you to read them in order because the characters interchange and you really will be missing out on all the delicious darkness. The stories just keep getting better and better. Shadowed Deception is the third gripping book in the Shadow Defense Security series, and I think my favourite so far which hard because they have all been my favourite. I love the thrill of strong alpha males in protective mode and equally strong female leads. I love a riveting suspense thriller, and this is one thrilling ride with twisty and surprising turns. I found myself on the edge of my set more often than not as the tension is palpable. Lets not forget the hot and sexy ex SEALs. The characters are well developed and interesting and plot lines that are dark and gritty but feel believable. It is a captivating and engrossing, and an absolute must read you won’t be disappointed. I need more now. I love a good psychological suspense thriller and Mavery delivers.
Wow! Anise Storm left this reader on her toes, I could not put the book down. It is a dark romance and the plot twists are around every corner. When two childhood sweethearts are swept apart by death and distance, they find themselves together again under unlikely circumstances. Storm creates a tragic backstory for both main characters, and the journey they go through to find one another again is unbelievable. The reason I rated it 3.5 stars is due to the lack of character development. I feel that I could not completely connect to them, their situation, and the storyline in this regard.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Chelsea Pletcherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChelsea Pletcher2024-02-21 16:18:372024-03-20 10:41:24Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Chelsea Pletcher
The excitement was real with my kids when they realised we had another new book by this author to read. And what a book it is. This is a great addition to the series. It is fun, imaginative and a truly great story to read. As usual, we have already read this book multiple times and I am sure we will read it many more. For me, with every book this author produces, it is the illustrations that are the best. They bring any story the author writes to life and makes them more engaging and entertaining. We all love looking through each of them and this book was no exception. This is a fantastic book and another favourite to add to the collection.
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