It has been quite a while since I read this book so when I saw the audio version I thought it would be a great way to go through a re-read. I thought the narrator did a great job. I was completely pulled into the story and, although I knew what was going to happen, I still felt the mystery and the intrigue. I was lost in the story from the moment I started listening. I think it works well as a short book, I could fit this story in easily to a hectic schedule.
This is an author that I really enjoy and I think the books translate well to audio. I really enjoyed getting into this book and I will definitely be listening to more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-07-08 15:47:512022-07-12 06:50:59Murder Creek (Audio Book) by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker
This is the second book in the series and it is just as good as the first. I thought it was so easy to sink back into this world, this era and this book is just as vivid and imaginative as the first. I thought the story was well developed. It felt like it was clearly thought through and detailed and had everything needed to draw you, as the reader, in. I really enjoyed the characters. They fit the story so well and they all have their parts to play. They are interesting to read about and I really connected with them. This is a great story and one that I thoroughly enjoyed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-07-08 15:39:232022-07-12 06:50:31Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls Book 2) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Kerry Baker
It is always a bonus when you get to read more from one of your favorite authors. I really could not put this book down. I spent my holiday enjoying not only the sun but also reading and getting lost in the world created.
The characters are complex and really draw the reader into the world created. I really could relate to the one of the lead characters and how she felt starting in a new school after a move. I also liked how the relationship between the lead characters evolves after what was a very shaky start. The author does a wonderful job of building the story and characters. Will definitely be reading more from this author.
Truth or Kill: The Twisted Legends Collection by A.C. Kramer
Truth or Kill is a standalone novel but is the second book of the Twisted Legends Collection. Truth or Kill is based on the tale of Kill Switch, a videogame that self-destructs upon completion, making it unknown if it existed or not. In Truth or Kill, Sydney Evans is invited along with her rich classmate for a company retreat, or so she thought. Follow Sydney on her journey through a real-life Kill Switch game, from darkness to light and everything in between. Truth or Kill is full of relatable characters. The reader can feel their pain, confusion, anger, and many other emotions. Between a family betrayed by those they trusted and Sydney and her own feelings of betrayal, the emotions envisioned are raw and real. I did not want to put the book down. Full of twists and turns, Truth or Kill kept me guessing. If you are looking for a book full of mystery, darkness, and love, look no further. Truth or Kill is the book to read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Breanne Christianhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBreanne Christian2022-07-08 15:16:052022-07-12 06:49:12Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 2) by A.C. Kramer – Reviewed by Breanne Christian
This is a really interesting young adult book. The book itself can be read in one sitting and I got that it is a prequel. The story really wets your appetite for what is to come and I can’t wait to see where this story will lead. The author does an amazing job with the characters. Our leading lady EmVee is a very strong willed and confident person and when she realises something isn’t right with the town they have moved to she doesn’t stop until she get answers. So begins a tale of mystery, secrets and paranormal occurrences which leave the read questioning everything and wanting more. As well as all this we have all the teenage angst as well with regards to emotions, relationships between friends and crushes and also learning who to trust and who not to.
This book is fast paced and gripped me from the first page. I can’t wait to see what the series has in store
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2022-07-08 13:25:562022-07-08 13:54:05Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Kerry Carr
The epic adventures of the Agneson clan continues in this third book in the series, which like the previous books I thoroughly enjoyed. The historical fantasy storyline had me gripped from page one, and I liked the mix of real historical events with authentic legends, which together makes an epic fantasy story. The descriptive narrative and added historical details bring both the Viking era of circa 880, and the setting vividly to life, which made me feel immersed in the story. This epic adventure takes the reader from the Cornish pit mines to the back alleys of Jorvik, then to the Mercian Court and beyond to the North Sea, and across Midgard and the 9 realms. As usual I felt engaged with the main characters and our hero Thorfinn, who is facing supernatural revenge as he’s still trying to lift a Jarl’s curse. The Agneson family has been scattered and they each face their own challenges, against, “Scheming aldermen, duplicitous monks, slave drivers, dark elves, trolls, ghosts, shapeshifting witches, the legendary Norse Wild Hunt, and a dragon”. Cub, has been enslaved in the Devonshire tin mines, Sorven is after retribution in Jorvik, and Kara is fighting an arranged Saxon marriage, whilst Karl and his crew are castaway on a mythic floating island. As each of the intriguing main characters tackle their challenges, the Forerunner is trying to find his scattered family to help them with their trials. I loved the added pet dragon for Finn, which brings humour to the story. It can be difficult at times to keep track of all the characters, but having been introduced to them in the previous books they have started to feel like old friends. This is a fast paced, entertaining read with many plot twists which kept me hooked, and I look forward to the next book in the series.
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 Gordon2022-07-08 12:10:292022-07-08 13:53:44On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Saga Series Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Juliana is a young woman whose one, true love is the help’s son, Adam. Her father has higher aspirations for her though and forbids her to marry Adam but instead marries her off to Gregory! Unfortunately, he turns out to be an awful, and extremely abusive husband. When she doesn’t provide him with a male heir, his threats turn toward their daughter, Marie. One fateful night, Gregory crosses the line and murders their daughter in front of Juliana and almost kills her as well. However, as fate should have it, her rescue comes in the form of Samuel, a vampire. He offers her a different kind of life; one of freedom, power, and safety in friends, known as a Ka-Tet. She chooses this life but finds that she still has a lot of traumas to deal with from her past. Slowly she comes to terms with her choice, only to find out there is a threat to it all, too. Valentino is Samuel’s sworn enemy and will do everything in his power to eliminate their Ka-Tet. Can she come into her own power soon enough to help her friends that have given her freedom that she used to only dream about? Can she learn to love again despite her horrible past?
This is a very fast-paced read. There’s a lot of action, conflicts, and some romance thrown in there. It was hard for me to connect to Juliana because of her abusive background. I imagine that this would be very triggering for people who do have that kind of history in their lives. I did feel like the author did a good job conveying the abuse, the emotions, and the fall out of said abuse. The story drew me in rather quickly and before I knew it, the book was over! Looking forward to book 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2022-07-08 11:42:492022-07-08 13:52:59Lost Soul (War of Destiny Series Book 1) by Theresa Van Spankeren- Review by Desiree Ottinger
This book finds Juliana’s story continuing 70 years after book 1. The Ka-Tet is still together, she and Adam are still together, and everything seems to be going strong. However, Valentino is determined to kill Samuel and the Resistance group. The Ka-Tet finds themselves caught between England and Spain’s political unrest and Valentino’s relentless attempts to end them. As the hits keep on coming, Juliana begins to hear a voice she hasn’t heard in a very long time. She wonders if she is slowly going crazy or if what the voice tells her is true of her. A shocking twist at the end of the book leaves her and the Ka-Tet reeling. Can they ever recover? Or has Valentino finally beaten them all?
This was fast paced for a second book in a series! Usually, second books are more filling in information that the first book only touched on. The author did an excellent job of balancing both the information side and the action side to the story. I am truly hoping book three sorts out all the unexpected twists this book dealt out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2022-07-08 11:19:272022-07-08 13:52:38Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny Book 2) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Desiree Ottinger
Not my kind of book but I’ll still give it 3 stars because it’s NOT terrible. Quick and fast read for me. Has great potential and there’s a book out there for everyone. So still give it a shot and don’t judge the book based from my words. Could use more details regarding the story or even the characters. Reading about corries dad, makes me extremely sad though. Being injured after a accident and not being to do what he used too? It’s not fair and breaks my heart. But In no way am I bashing the author or even this book…but definitely different than what I’m used to reading. Im not a religious person so this is first book I’ve read that, that’s got that in it. Im not sure if the author has other books but I’ll still read them if so 🙂
The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie . This is a fun little romance. Leona owns The Happily Ever After Bookstore and her goal is to match people with books and people! She has enjoyed matchmaking people by swapping their books when they check out and the directing them to meet each other to get their correct books. Charlie and Sadie even end up getting married after her set up. Now she is working on Fiona and Price who are married but about to split up. She is trying to reignite their love story. Leona has always been in love with her bookstore so she hasn’t really worried about her own love life until the shop is in need of repairs. When Jon shows up to work on the shop Leona is interested but Jon comes with baggage. His children and Leona isn’t sure about that. Also Jon has been hurt pretty bad in the past. Will he be able to trust again. This is such a fun little book where three different stories are interspersed and make for a great read!
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 Treadway2022-07-08 10:37:082022-07-08 13:51:19The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tausha Treadway
Truth be told – I liked this more than was expected. Serendipity? Fate? Worlds coming together at the least expected time? Love? Books? Yep, this story has it all. Ellen and Charlie – a love story told over and over, ending up in a book. Sadie and Young Charlie – it was kismet when they met in the bookstore. With a little help from Leona, they fall for each other hard and fast. Then came Fiona… divorcee, author, cynic. Finding Price after so many years apart. And Leona? Bookstore owner. Fixing the pipes in her building, she meets Jon – who brings with him a secret. Yes, this story is full of happily ever afters. A sweet story to read on a nice summer day or at the beach.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2022-07-08 09:38:462022-07-08 13:50:57The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tanya Wall, July 2022
‘The Cool Thing’ is one of the most unique books I’ve ever read. There’s a little bit of everything in it. It’s a reading smorgasbord for your mind. The characters are quirky and unique. There’s a little comedy, a little science fiction/fantasy, a little romance, and even some horror. I found myself chuckling as I read through the story. You will feel so many things as you read. The story is broken up and told in chapters. This works great because each chapter seems to be a POV for each person. An entertaining story for those that like dark comedy with a touch of everything.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-07-08 09:37:522022-07-08 13:47:11The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife – Review by Shelly Kittell
Body Checked: A Frenemies-to-Lovers Hockey Romance (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2)
I think I may have fallen a little harder for Bridger in this book. We knew him as the goofy, hot hockey player and thankfully we still get that side of him. We also get the time to grow up and do my job side. He is definitely in my top 10 of Book Boyfriends for now.
Tia is exactly what Bridger needs. She has her head on, but isn’t too serious and knows how to have fun. I loved her in the first book, but I might have developed a little crush on her. I would love to have her as a friend.
Bridger is finally growing up and takes his job as enforcer seriously on and off the ice. I really enjoyed watching both Tia and Bridger grow as individuals and there was more than a few laughs at comments made.
I have quickly fallen in love with this series and author. I can’t wait to see who Cupid’s next victim is.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2022-07-08 09:17:282022-07-08 13:46:40Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Robin Rankin
This was an interestingly good ya book! I read it so quickly and now I’m going to read the others in the series and I’m so exited for that. It kept me hooked with all of the mysteries going on. EmVee was an amazing character, I just loved her spunk and charisma. The ending definitely had me wanting more and I’m glad I don’t have to wait to get it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Whitney Morrisonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngWhitney Morrison2022-07-08 09:16:572022-07-08 13:46:15Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Whitney Morrison
EmVee is a strong female character that is trying to find her place in the new town she and her family have moved into. Little does she know that it’s a town full of secrets and nothing is as it seems. Two boys like her but no one has time for attachments. With the help of her new BFF Racher, she works to discover the secret her father is hiding. Even being a young adult book, this book is a fascinating fantasy. I was pulled in from the start because she is the child of two professional fighters and is training to be a fighters. That is not something usually seen in teen girls. I love the different approach to the story. Strong female characters are a really nice thing to see. The plot line was flawless and had a really great plot twist. Silas was written in such a way that he felt creepy from the beginning. So pushy and had to be the top jock. Kayson felt like there was more to him, especially at the end. This was a terrific story that has me planning to read more of the series. This is a standalone but there is a series that goes with it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-07-08 09:03:262022-07-08 13:45:36Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Shelly Kittell
This book was packed with things! Literally! From chaos to humor, it had it all. I could not put it down, from everything happening I was very mystified and holding on for dear life! The writing was sensational, and the author made a great visual story with everything come to life!
I loved this book. UFO’s and bad people, and the good guys of course. I value this book because I laughed and bit my nails as I read. I was very invested as I read. A lot, and I mean a lot, of stuff happens. Some good things and some bad things, to certain people I will say. The book gave us a lot, and in return just wanted our interest. The book was visually, I felt I was right there in the lab. The lab certainly held many unique Characters I will say!
Fantastic read and writing! Loved it from start to finish!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-07-08 08:34:342022-07-08 13:45:05The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Such a intriguing mystery, full of action, suspense, and everything I would hope to find in such a triller. Of course, the characters were all wonderful, and brought and added their own sense of personality and wonder to the story! I was hooked, and very much invested as I read.
The book was amazing with wonderful characters of different kinds that brought on very much wonder and triumph to the story, and the mystery that surrounded these characters really fascinated me. I was hooked the entire way through. I loved how the mystery held more than I first thought at first glance. Sometimes the obvious is not well, as obvious as it seems. I learned that one for sure from reading this book! I was hooked, amazing writing, and story line! So good from start to finish! Loved it!
Such an exceptional book full of its own magic! I was hooked and very much could not put it down! I loved it truly from start to finish! Amazing writing and author! Highly recommend this must read book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-07-08 08:18:552022-07-08 13:44:22Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Lorrene Huisman
This is the second book in the Astoria Bay Thunder series and is 237 pages in length. Who doesn’t love a good frenemies to lovers story? This story follows Bridger and Tia. Tia meets Bridger while helping on a photo shoot. You can already feel the sparks pop but there is no way she wants anything to do with him. Bridger needs to get his act together before his lifestyle brings him crumbling down. Will Tia take down her wall enough to let Bridger in?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidi Schoolmanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi Schoolman2022-07-08 07:09:112022-07-08 13:43:22Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Heidi Schoolman
I love shifter stories and this one was right up my alley. I loved that it was just a bit different than others I have read. It’s a story of the struggle Nolen faces after his brother was killed and he is expected to become the next alpha and find his mate. I fell in love with the main characters and was very glad to see Nolen’s self confidence grow with him. Overall, highly recommend this book!
This was a very enjoyable book. It was a sweet story of a woman’s journey to make her way in America. She never thought of being a mail order bride but her situation was pushing her in that direction. What kind of man would she find in Ohio? What would the journey to her new life bring her?
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 Collier2022-07-08 04:33:562022-07-08 13:42:07Isabella Bride of Ohio: American Mail Order Bride by Debra Parmley – Review by Michelle Collier
This book talks about love, loss and some topics which may trigger those with similar experiences.
Alli, her husband and their dog Kingsley are the and the perfect trio, they love life, walks, snuggles on the sofa and spending time with family and at only 8 years old, there is a lot of life left in him, that is until one day when it is discovered that Kinglsey has cancer. Alli and her husband are in shock and disbelief as Kingsley’s behaviour and attitude hadn’t changed at all, but it is all confirmed with a biopsy and some hard decisions have to be made when they are told that instead of years together, they may only have months.
As Alli and her husband come to terms with Kingsley’s diagnosis and the options for treatments and the time they have left with him, they feel devastated, despairing and hopeless, so Alli turns to research, she looks into all of the options, places where he can get treatment and things they can do themselves at home.
This book takes you through their experience from start to finish, it is a diary of sorts which takes you through the ups and downs associated with the diagnosis of cancer in a pet and how it affects the life of the pet and the owners alike. It is informative as the type of cancer, treatment options and other things affecting the emotional state of the family are explained in detail.
This book will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions, as you follow along on this journey of caring for a beloved pet with cancer.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2022-07-08 04:00:312022-07-08 13:41:44Caring for Kingsley, Believing in a Better Way When Canine Cancer Comes Crashing Into Your World by Alli Eldridge – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
Nolen is a young man of fifteen, he lives with his family and the rest of his pack, the Rhyolite pack and he is the second son of the Alpha and Luna, he is more than happy to be second in command under his big brother and the rest of the pack is happy with that too, until one day when his brother is killed by a neighbouring pack and Nolen has to step into his bog brothers place as the next Alpha.
Nolen is not happy about this as he does not have the best history with his pack , however, he is sent too another neighbouring pack for training, Nolen is nervous at first, but when he starts to get to know the other pack members, he comes into his own and makes friends. When he finishes his training and returns home for his eighteenth birthday, they are also celebrating his first shift and the finding of his mate, so when he finds her, he is gutted that he can’t tell her because of pack law, but he keeps as close an eye on her as he can.
Fast forward three peaceful and happy years as Alpha of his pack and Nolen is doing really well, however, another pack threatens that peace and in order for him to stop any bloodshed, he challenges that pack’s Alpha and loses. As he struggles to regain his health, Nolen has to find a way to become stronger and take back his pack, but will he be able to gather the strength and support of those he needs to do this and claim his Luna in the process? This is a fantasy romance with aspects of a coming of age tale mixed in where peace and war teeter on a hairs breadth line and love, strength and support are all that hold the balance between the two in this story which will draw you in slowly at first, but then lead you on a wild tale throughout.
This is book 4 in Fitz series. I think if you read them from the beginning it will give you a better understanding of the characters and their stories. I haven’t read them in order. It didn’t take anything away from my enjoyment of the story though but I will be going back and reading from the beginning.
This book has it all and deal with some very sensitive subjects, the main one being sexuality and how some people are targeted because of that.The author does this in a way that is respectful and informative which really brings the story to life. It is full of emotions from happiness and sadness, love and betrayal, danger but underneath it all is family love. Andy has really got a struggle on his hands. His partner recently left after he couldn’t cope with Andy’s diagnoses of Parkinsons. Leaving Andy to cope on his own with his illness but also their adopted deaf daughter. Heartbroken Andy pushes forwards always trying to do what’s right for them both. Just when Andy feels he’s back on track Stephen returns and wants to give it another go. Can he be trusted after last time? Should Andy let him back in or will he end up being hurt all over again. Add to this drama the fact that there is a serial killer on the loose that is targeting gay men and Andy is in more danger than just getting his heart broken. Fitz is Andy’s brother in law and he’s a detective. When he is handed the case of numerous men who have passed supposedly at their own hands he realises something isn’t right and its a race against to to stop the killer and potentially save Andy from becoming a victim.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2022-07-08 00:56:182022-07-08 13:40:35I’m Not Your Difference (Fitz Series Book 4) by Theresa Sederholt – Review by Kerry Carr
After a global outbreak that threatens to decimate the planet, Australian scientists select a group of highly skilled young people to establish a sustainable island community built on the modern values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Lonely and homesick, Cam Mackintosh overcomes his anxiety and finds belonging, passion, and friendship in his new life before his dreams are suddenly ripped from his grasp. Sent hurtling on a journey of discovery, he finds friendship and acceptance when he encounters other communities like his own, but he is forced to make a decision that will ultimately change everything.
T.S. Simons is an Australian-based author of Scottish heritage. Living in the alpine region of Australia, she believes in the values of sustainability and community in a world where we place greater value on possessions than people. She enjoys posing philosophical questions that make readers think, and reflect on the world we live in. The Antipodes series addresses the question—if we gave young people the opportunity to start over, would we replicate the mistakes of the past?
Her desire to assist others saw her working in international development before realising that her passion lay in education. She holds Bachelor and Masters degrees from Monash University and enjoys reading, travelling, mythology, snow skiing, and attempting to live as sustainably as possible. She is owned by two, rather bossy, standard schnauzers and two rescue cats who co-manage her household.
The Antipodes series comprises Antipodes, The Liminal Space, Ouroboros, Caim and Sessrumnir. She is developing a related series, The 45th Parallel, which extends on the Antipodes series. This series comprises The 45th Parallel, Orenda and Bifrost.
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THE COOL THING is a storm of monsters, mutants, madness— and love. A shifty couple steal from a buried UFO. They’re snatched into a lab of terrifying human/alien experiments. She’s scheduled for an implant. He’s lost and blundering. Escape is up to her. Life is such a pain… so is dying.
Robert Rife loves (and writes) dark comedy science fiction and horror; the more weird, twisted, strange, odd, irreverent, ribald, and funny scary it is… the better. Just like him. And he thrived for years in the same legalized thievery as his ethics bereft protagonist. Plus, having been married and divorced twice, he’s been told tons about NOT being human. Yes, tons. He could write a book. This scribbling reptile is a great dad, miserably failed husband, all around horse’s butt, and (almost) Best Selling Author.
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Nearly a year ago, Army medic Skylar spent fifteen glorious minutes with a sexy stranger in his office. And then again in his supply closet. But this little hook-up brought some major consequences. Needing the support of her best friends, she heads to Maine to re-evaluate her future.
Since receiving the devastating news that put his wild and crazy adventures to a screeching halt, Nick Pierce’s life has been tame, too tame. Until a gorgeous redhead walks into his bar and captivates him with her sense of humor and sharp wit. Skylar sparks the light which dimmed two years ago, and he isn’t about to let her slip away. He wants her. Bad. Only she doesn’t seem interested. But with every push back she gives, he only wants her more.
Nick’s sense of humor and devilish good looks are too hard to resist. He makes her feel protected, cherished, desired. But she’s afraid to get too close. Her life and her career are in Virginia with the Army.
Only it’s not the distance that will tear them apart. It’s their secrets.
Marianne Rice is the author of more than twenty-five small-town romance novels set in rural New England towns. She loves high heels, reading romance, scarfing down dark chocolate, gulping wine, and Chris Hemsworth. Oh, and her husband and three children. You can follow her all over social media and keep up to date with her latest releases on her website.
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EmVee didn’t know what to think about this new town her father’s passion for boxing lured them. It was an unlikely location for her to pursue her dream of going semi-pro. Just when she started getting used to the school with gorgeous jocks and strange cheerleaders, the depth of the danger her father’s choices dangled them in front of became clear. EmVee hoped Silas and Kayson will be able to help her uncover the mystery identity of the person who is threatening her family. The question is, will she survive to expose the mystery. Insatiable Souls, Book 0, in the Vigilant SeriesRead other books in the Vigilant series: Insatiable Darkness, Caged Fire, Unbreakable Darkness, Scepter of Fire, Break the Darkness.
L.M. Preston, a native of Washington, DC. An avid reader, she loved to create poetry and short-stories as a young girl. She is an author, an engineer, a professor, a mother and a wife. Her passion for writing and helping others to see their potential through her stories and encouragement has been her life’s greatest adventures. She loves to write while on the porch watching her kids play or when she is traveling, which is another passion that encouraged her writing.
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After her father’s accident, Corrie Lancaster moves back to the family farm just in time to help with the harvest. With a bumper crop of wheat waiting, the farm’s only hired hand quits, leaving Corrie with no choice but to accept the help of her old boyfriend’s older brother, Aaron Tuttle. It seems like the perfect plan until Corrie realizes ex-flame Luke isn’t over her. But even with Luke’s apologies and attempts to rekindle their romance, Corrie can’t forget his past betrayal.
Between harvesting, keeping tabs on her younger siblings, and watching her parents’ marriage crumble, Corrie leans on Aaron for emotional support. Wading through jealousy was never on Corrie’s to-do list, but as she navigates the choppy waters, she finds herself falling for Aaron’s good looks and charming wit.
Just when Corrie thinks she has everything under control, a stranger seeking shelter comes to the farm, and an old nemesis returns for revenge. As destructive forces align against her, Corrie must decide which man’s love will bring her back to life and restore her faith in herself, her family, and her purpose.
Jessica Berg, a child of the Dakotas and the prairie, grew up amongst hard-working men and women and learned at an early age to “put some effort into it.” Following that wise adage, she has put effort into teaching high school English for over a decade, being a mother to four children (she finds herself surprised at this number, too), bask- ing in the love of her husband of more than fifteen years and losing herself in the imaginary worlds she creates.
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Isabella Bride of Ohio is an charming, quick-read with a happily ever after. Part of the American Mail Order Brides collection by Debra Parmley this book is a stand-alone installment. The main character, Isabella, is a quiet and shy transplant to America from Sweden who has struggled through the transition. The book follows her journey West to marry Donald after tragedy strikes her yet again. The new adventure she embarks on is an emotional roller-coaster. The author uses subtle foreshadowing to help the reader along the way to Isabella’s perfect fairytale.
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Death & Mirrors is the first book in the All Things Dark & Deadly series by S.F Benson. This is my first experience with S.F Benson’s writing, so I was intrigued by what I might find between the covers. I love a great fantasy and from the blurb of this story it held the promise of a captivating story- and that’s exactly what I discovered when I plunged in. I am happy to have found this author and her intriguing stories. I can’t wait to explore more of her work. As I mentioned, this is an intriguing fantasy with paranormal elements, a mirror/parallel world, a quest, action, adventure, danger, agendas, a sinister adversary, magic, family, loss, heartache, and much more. Evaline Wainwright whisks us away on quite the adventure when she finds herself cast into a mirror world, a dark and dismal place overshadowed by the evil Doctor Death. She will need to find a legendary artefact if she has any chance of defeating this dastardly foe, before it’s all too late. With so much at stake what happens makes for an exciting read. Plenty of intrigue and tension had me on the edge of my seat. Things are set to continue in the next book, ‘Death & Shadows’ (Book #2)- so I can’t wait to get my hands on it as soon as it releases to find out where we go from here. Happy Reading!
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