Sage Advice is a clean romance story about a young woman who needs to work on some issues that have haunted her and has stopped her from moving forward. It is a story of a young woman who slowly discovers herself with the help of family and friends. Being a YA romance story, it has sensitive and emotional girls and “I am man hear me roar” boys all just trying to cope with growing up and the pressures of high school and life from that age. It is filled with the usual traits with angst, drama, pain, self-doubt, peer pressure, bullies and best of all first love. Thank God I am not that age anymore. Pyper is a giving person but listening to and taking that advice on board herself is another thing. We journey along with her as she puts on a front but internally struggles. It was good to watch her grow and come into herself. This fun tale will have you laughing out loud at times and wanting to wrap your arms around them at others. YAs are going to love this tale.
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 Bishop2023-07-12 16:18:082023-07-15 11:05:08Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Jenni Bishop
Jennifer Raines is an Australian who writes lovely contemporary romances. It’s great to see an Aussie Author hitting the market and bringing wonderful and unique stories to life. The original storylines are refreshing. Planting Hope is a bit of an emotional journey as our well-developed, yet characters go through so much. The characters are complex and. Jennifer once again has cleverly woven the story together with complex layers that leaves you with an intriguing and compelling tale. There is a bit of everything with fear, angst, passion and compassion, love and loyalty and some humour and more to keep you glued to the pages. Holly is still haunted from a tragedy she witnessed firsthand and needs to find new roots. Nature, helping kids heal and a passionate man are just the things that may help her. Kit is a passionate but wary man and isn’t sure what to think of the free spirit that is now an inclusive part of his project. Now he just has to prove them all wrong when things take a turn. Will he come to terms with himself and be there for those who need his help? I look forward to more from Jennifer.
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 Bishop2023-07-12 16:12:022023-07-15 11:04:43Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines – Review by Jenni Bishop
Guarding the Crease is a slow burn sports romance tale where opposites attract. There is a lot of character development in this book. The Playmakers sports series is full of bad boys. Just what everyone wants. This is Wyatt and Serena’s story. NHL goaltender is a bad boy and does what he wants, and he is about to lose it all. It seems he is about to eat humble pie in a big way. When I was first reading Wyatt, I thought I am not going to like him and it’s true I didn’t. BUT over time I enjoyed watching the cocky no care man take a good long look at himself. As the layers unfolded and he changed his ways it was hard not to liked him. Who knew beneath that wild veneer there was a complex man with a good heart. Serena’s the strong, sassy and savvy PR with skills and the last thing she wants or needs is to be around him. A kick in the pants, some tough love and she would be on her way. Wrong! Turns out there may have been something worth saving. She just had to find it first. Serena was a tough cookie I was on the fence about her, but we soon found our way together. At times I found things a little predictable and had me wanting more but I did enjoy the story. It has an engaging plot, and I did enjoy the witty humour, banter and antics as well as the flirtation between the MC’s. If you really like sports romance, then give this book a try.
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 Bishop2023-07-12 16:01:432023-07-15 11:04:25Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Jenni Bishop
Broken is the second book in the Green St. Girls series by N.D. Jackson. I enjoyed the first book Bared where we first met the Green St. Girls as they call themselves and was exited to jump into this one. The characters are well written and developed and complex. This emotionally charged series is engaging and you find yourself going through the emotions with them. There are twists and turns showing these girls have been through the wringer, and it is so easy to become invested in them and the lives they are living. Indigo’s story is filled with drama and danger, challenges and intrigue, from friendships and survival, suspense and pain, hopes and fears, love and doubt and much more. This contemporary romance story flows easily which kept me engaged and lost in the story. I found myself enjoying the tight bonds between friends, laughing at some of their antics, feeling sad and frustrated right along with them.
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I love a good mystery/thriller/horror story and this one did not disappoint!
The Woods family lives in New Haven, a small family oriented town. The kind of town where everyone knows everyone and everything that happens there. Lots of farmland, historic homes, and nothing for teenagers to do except find trouble at the closest watering hole. I grew up in a place like this!
There’s this house on a hill that is just plain weird. No one wants to go near it except for the kids taking stupid dares on a weekend night in the middle of a thunderstorm.
One day, a fire breaks out and two bodies are found. Then a girl goes missing. What else could go wrong? Oh, yes, there’s a new family in town and anytime someone new moves in, they are automatically labeled as “suspicious”.
This book ends in a cliffhanger, so if you don’t like that kind of stuff, well….you’re missing out. There are a lot of twists and turns in this book and a few mysterious characters that I must learn more about. The next book can’t be dropped soon enough!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2023-07-12 15:18:252023-07-17 07:25:10The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Julie Johnson
The author takes readers on a trans-Atlantic voyage to a World’s fair-type of expo, held in Paris in 1889. The details about the exposition were interesting. I especially enjoyed the details concerning the Eiffel Tower. Two mysteries overlap within this tale. Readers will enjoy the details as well as the setting of this latest in this series, although it can certainly be enjoyed without having read its predecessors.
This is one of my favorite authors and I am never disappointed. I really enjoyed this book and I was so eager to read the fourth book in this series. I love how the characters always have electrifying chemistry. The books are well balanced with the romance and the drama and action. The forbidden love story really adds to the atmosphere of the book. The author keeps you on the edge of your seat and hungry for more. I don’t want to put the book down. I really look forward to reading more from this author and this series as it’s one of my favorite genres.
This is the second book in the series and is a fantastic addition. I connected with this book instantly and was drawn into the characters and the story. I enjoyed getting to know what was going on and watching the story progress. This author really knows how to create and interesting and engaging story.
I thought the stroy was really well crafted. It had a great pace and was thoroughly enjoyable. This book also has one of my favourite covers so far this year. This was a great read that I would recommend.
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 Baker2023-07-12 14:54:382023-07-17 07:24:53Broken. (Green St. Girls Series) by N.D. Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker
It takes Toni less than 24 hours to realize that her vacation with her latest flings was not the way to go. So, she decides to go ahead and enjoy the vacation alone. However, the hot stranger in the lobby of the hotel quickly has her thinking a two-week fling might be just what she needs.
Mickey is holding his cards close to his chest because he has learned not to trust people. But, Toni has a way of calming him. He is down for a fling while she is in town. Throw in an ex-boyfriend of Toni’s that shows up…his ex-wife…and the fling Toni left behind day one…and there is enough drama for everyone. But, when their two weeks are up, did either of them keep their hearts out of the mix?
This was a quick and steamy read. Both characters are protective of their hearts after being burned in the past. They both just haven’t found the right person to give it to. There is definite miscommunication and getting in their own way that had me irritated with the characters I was just happy when they finally saw what was really going on between them! This was a good book that I was able to read in one sitting.
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I liked this book; however, it is the 4th book in a series BUT the first book in a trilogy and there were times where I was questioning the who, what, when, where, and how. That being said…I really enjoyed the premise of the book and the characters and even the plot (even though there were times I was lost and confused). Definitely read the other books in the series so you know what is going on and I’m not really sure how The Tall Dark Man is going to spin off into the trilogy but we’ll see. I did enjoy the author’s writing style…I just think that there was way too much happening in this book and that maybe it should have been split into at least 2 different novels. But if you’re looking for a supernatural, action packed book and have time to sit a focus on what’s happening (because you will need to be able to focus) then I recommend picking up this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Kimleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Kimley2023-07-12 13:35:022023-07-17 07:24:35Rise of the Hunter (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Megan Conley
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/149179299-brutal-nights” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite #4)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1683285169l/149179299._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/149179299-brutal-nights”>Brutal Nights</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5687609221″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> An absolutely great continuation from Brutal Days, this smoothly continues from where Days finished on a cliffhanger, I would not say that this would be a good stand alone..<br />How can Skylar come through being caught in her web of semi deceit, with Damon and her relationship taking centre stage. <br />The family issues on both sides come to a head when Skyler’s past makes a dramatic return.<br />Damon continues to rule as king over the school, Gia is on the warpath and Sky is trying her best to stay safe.<br />The characters continue to evolve, the reasons for both Skylars and Damons family issues come to light.<br />A great conclusion to this set of books. I will definitely be reading the beginning of the series when I can.<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 G2023-07-12 12:36:242023-07-17 07:33:14Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
This author writes such wonderful teen books about growing up. Pyper is a young woman working her through school. She has her plans and often times, they just don’t work the way she wants. Isn’t that all we wanted back then? All our issues at the time to work out. I found this story to be relatable. I really enjoy these stories as the author makes her stories feel like she could have taken them from your childhood. This is a fun story.
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 Kittell2023-07-12 10:14:162023-07-15 11:02:44Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Shelly Kittell
This was a grand slam of a story, no pun intended. As with the first two books, this was an easy, fast, and enjoyable read! The author creates likable characters and Heath and Grace are no exception.
The attraction between Heath and Grace is undeniable. Heath, for a superstar athlete, is such a worm and genuine character and I loved seeing a softer side to a very “manly” character. Grace has a heart of gold but doesn’t feel “good enough.” Can Heath break down her walls?
I’ve loved this series and the flow to her stories. This one has it all, sweetness, tension, steam, and wonderful characters and storyline!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Condrahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Condra2023-07-12 10:13:262023-07-17 07:33:08Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Jess Engel
This was a dark, twisted, and emotional thriller. It kept me wanting more and more, so I couldn’t put this book down until I was completely finished. Lots of twists and heartache, but such a great read. I highly recommend it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Granthamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Grantham2023-07-12 10:02:412023-07-17 07:33:03The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Sara Grantham
While this book is in a series, this was my first book of Sylvie Stewart’s and it can definitely be read as a standalone! It was an easy, romantic read that I easily devoured. It has great characters and a great setting, which held my attention the entire time. I am definitely going to check out more of Sylvie’s books now!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Granthamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Grantham2023-07-12 09:56:002023-07-17 07:32:56Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Sara Grantham
What a wonderful book. Holly and Chris both have issues having ben through traumatic experiences. They are both brought together to help pull her grandmother’s healing garden other and to help child victims of trauma. This is a sweet story of two people working through their issues and healing as they build a relationship. My heart wouldn’t let me quick reading. I was invested right from the beginning. A beautiful story that will touch your heart right from the start. I need to read more of this author’s books.
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 Kittell2023-07-12 09:54:122023-07-15 11:02:31Planting Hope by Jennifer Raines – Review by Shelly Kittell
I love this twist on Goldilocks. Giving it a STEM twist helps kids learn science and mechanics. By having Goldilocks fix items, this is a fun way to get kids wanting to learn. It opens conversation. I also loved having the bears come home and being friendly to her. What a fun and cute story. I found it entertaining. We had a long conversation about the story. My grandson asked if he could have something to take apart and try to fix so it sparked some interest for him. This author does such a fantastic job of sparking fun and interest in children to learn and such joy in their lives.
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 Kittell2023-07-12 09:42:082023-07-15 11:02:19Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shelly Kittell
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/143488186-brutal-days” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Brutal Days (Hidden Valley Elite #3)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1682681374l/143488186._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/143488186-brutal-days”>Brutal Days</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5687219112″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Although book 3 in the Hidden Valley Elite series, I have read this as the first of a duet and It is an amazing read.<br />The characters are starting their senior year and we follow Skylar who is on a scholarship, her best friend Gia and Gias plan to hit big senior milestones in their last year at school, wanting to reach from an unknown to Prom queen and a few milestones on the way. <br />Skylar will do anything for her friend, and puts herself in a no win situation, as her friend reaches for the unobtainable Sky is busy in the background.<br />Damon, wanting to follow his brother and cousin to Thane college after senior year with the elite from the football team, is king of all he surveys except for when it comes to Skylar.<br />A well written enemies to near lovers and high school romance, add in a dark background for both lead roles and you have a book that you do not want to put down. There are twists and turns that keep you hooked. <br />I am straight onto reading the next one and looking out for more by this author. <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 G2023-07-12 09:39:042023-07-17 07:32:51Brutal Days (Hidden Valley Elite Book 3) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
I loved this one for so many reasons: Colorado, Denver, mentions place I know off and have been. Oh my goodness, the sparks between these two had me chuckling even though the way they came together was a serious matter. Serena gets attacked outside a fundraiser by a douc bag and Wyatt is her hero. The problem is that he’s her PR nightmare. These two had me rolling. They were attracted by didn’t want to go there because of prior history. Well, because of their history, Serena felt it wouldn’t work. Didn’t see that on who the attacker was, Serena needed Wyatt to help her resolve the problem at work. Wyatt needed her help getting his mom off his back. Oh yeah, and he wanted back on the team. They have misadventures, drama, and other items as the story goes on. I love the way this author writes. You are drawn in and totally engaged right from the start. It is a quick read. The characters are totally easy to relate to. A fun romance that should be on every romance TBR list.
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 Kittell2023-07-12 09:14:372023-07-15 11:02:08Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Shelly Kittell
This book is book three of the series. It can be read as a standalone but you don’t want to miss this series.
Heath has everything he could want. Except someone to share his life with. Of course there is one person he’d like to get to know more but she’s not his biggest fan. Another meeting between Heath and Grace may just change her mind though. Not sure that a relationship could work between them, Grace tries to push him from her mind. What will happen between these two?
This is such a good book. Much like all the other books by Bree Kraemer that I’ve read. You won’t be disappointed. It’s well written and the characters are great. You won’t want to put it down!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2023-07-12 09:09:012023-07-17 07:32:45Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Angelina Frazzini
This book was really good. It is the 4th book of the series. I recommend reading the others first so you can follow along better. This book has a little bit of everything packed in it. Arcelia falls in love with Prince Rodrick, which is a big no-no. They fight for love along with fighting for everything else.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amelia Stansellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmelia Stansell2023-07-12 07:35:132023-07-17 07:32:39The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Amelia Stansell
This is a sweet teenage romance. It is about a young teenage girl who is great at giving advice. She runs the advice column for her school paper, she is always on hand with helpful advice for her friends and family. She helps anyone who needs it. The problem is she is so busy helping other people that she doesn’t help herself. Pyper is a really sweet girl, she is a proper girly girl who spends her time organising things and helping those she cares about. Like most teenagers she’s has a lot to deal with as well as trying to figure out who she is. When Pyper is hurt she tars all guys her age the same and builds a Fort around herself to protect her from any further harm. However the dreaded Prom is approaching and there is one guy who really wants to take her.
Landen wants to show Pyper that he isn’t like the person that hurt her but will she give him the chance or are the walls she’s built around herself too high. This is a sweet story of friendships, Romance, and finding out who you are and what you want out of life. I really enjoyed this story.
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 Carr2023-07-12 07:23:302023-07-17 07:32:33Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Kerry Carr
I thought this was a beautiful story. I enjoyed the characters (Craig was annoying at times). The bed and breakfast as well as the setting was described beautifully. Annie was a strong character and while I didn’t necessarily connect with her, she was relatable. I would read more from this author.
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 Ann2023-07-12 07:20:032023-07-17 07:32:26A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 2) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Trish Ann
Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines By Lois Wickstrom is a wonderful retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears! I love that even though Goldilocks makes messes in the bears’ house, she cleans it up and she uses science to help her. I like the different font faces used to highlight various words throughout the book because it adds movement to the pages and draws the readers eyes to the words. Everything that happened in the classic Goldilocks books happened differently in this book, which is refreshing and truly unique! The thing that I liked the most was that the bears were not mad at Goldilocks when they found her, instead they were thankful. In fact Baby Bear even asked her for help at the end of the book, and the Bear family invited her to come back to visit again. The back matter of the book identifies and explains the six simple machines found in the story. This book would be a great introduction to simple machines and can easily be used to help students think about making their own simple machines.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jamie Burnshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJamie Burns2023-07-12 07:04:422023-07-17 07:32:18Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by
This was a quick, cute read. I love a good second chance story. I liked Christy in the story and thought her character was well developed. I also liked the sports themes in it as well. I’d read more by this author.
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 Ann2023-07-12 06:48:082023-07-17 07:32:12Ladies of the Links (Ladies of the Links Book 2) by Haley Rhoades – Review by Trish Ann
While this book is technically a children’s picture book, it could also be called a travel book about Israel. I loved how informative it was. It touched on important places such as the wailing wall and the Dead Sea. There’s even a safari area that I had no idea was there. It also teaches about common food available in Israel. It was a fun little read that I enjoyed. As they say in Israel, Shalom!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rebecca Hillhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRebecca Hill2023-07-12 01:39:172023-07-17 07:31:53Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Rebecca Hill
This is the first book I’ve read by David Kummer. It is written in multiple POVs. Sometimes I don’t like that but it worked in this book. It helped build the suspense. It also shows the common fear of the creepy house on the hill. Every town has that one scary house that kids dare each other to go in. But what if there’s really something bad in there? This book leaves a killer cliffhanger and I can’t wait for book two!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jamie Truexhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJamie Truex2023-07-12 00:29:192023-07-17 07:31:41The Misery House (The House on the Hill Book 1) by David Kummer – Review by Jamie Truex
Parker Manley is at risk of losing her job in Chicago, so she’s sent to Montana to breathe life into a failing Floral Shop. A rock bottom business isn’t the only thing she finds in Second Chance. A sexy, rugged, cocky cowboy will have her resuscitating those parts of her which have been neglected since her divorce. She didn’t realize how lonely she’s been until Raven Ryder. A whirlwind affair never hurt anyone, right? Unless the heart is involved. Big-city girls have never been Raven’s type, but when Parker strolls into town in her impractical heels and high-maintenance attitude, and a sadness in her eyes, he wants to help her. Maybe even forgive the fact that she likes gourmet coffee, fancy restaurants, and getting all dressed up to attend the opera. As things heat up, truths and lies start to unravel. Parker will innocently find herself in the path of someone who has been terrorizing the community. Raven realizes he’s fallen for the city girl and will protect her at all costs, even if that means it’ll break his heart in the end.
Rhonda Lee Carver is a bestselling and award winning author of contemporary western and romantic suspense, but she loves to write other genres too. She’s known for writing stories that keep readers laughing, crying, gripping the edge of their seats, and screaming all in one book…like riding a virtual roller coaster. Whether she’s creating sexy cowboys or tough guys, or sassy, independent heroines, readers are sure to find strong, powerful, memorable characters that are relatable.
By day, she taps into her creative, fictional world but at some point she transitions back into reality where she’s a volleyball-stands cheerleader, homework virtuoso (at least she thinks so), amateur nurse to skinned knees, mediocre chef with some awesome microwave skills, pet-guru (all the strays show up at her house), and a Jackie of all trades for her kids who are the loves of her life. Yoga and chocolate keep her sane. Hallmark movies require cuddling up with tissues because she can be emotional. She adds a sprinkle of her own real-life adventures in each story she spins because a little truth never hurt anyone. She wouldn’t give up one thing in her crazy, chaotic, ever-amusing life, except, she might do magic tricks for the bungalow on the beach she’s had her eye on (GOALS).
Writing for Rhonda is like falling in love and finding a new best friend over and over again. Her characters will find a place inside your heart too.
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Runaway. Nerd. Girl genius. Weirdo. Victim. I’ve been called a lot of things in my life, by a lot of different people. But the name that meant the most to me? Green Street Girls. That’s what we called our little family, Me, Athena, Gwyn & Charlie. Each of us, alone in the world until we found each other. I’m Indigo and this is my story. Gideon stormed into my life like a big, broad-shouldered guardian angel. Quiet with kind eyes and a steady presence that made me feel at ease. He was my friend. My protector. My first…everything. We were on the precipice of something great. Something new and exciting. Until a threat made me doubt myself, and everyone around me. To win him back, I’ll have to be something no one ever accused me of being before. Brave.
N.D. Jackson spends her days (when she’s not working) wandering the streets of whatever European city she and her husband find themselves traveling to or living in, creating new characters and new worlds for her novels, and her nights are spent creating delicious vegan meals and whipping up not-so-fancy but tasty cocktails for loved ones. A Chicago native, she currently lives in Romania and has slowly started to travel again, adding a new stamp to her tattoo (Rome!)!! Other interests include true crime and history documentaries & podcasts, hiking and kickboxing.
Since she received her first library card at the age of 7, not a day goes by she doesn’t read a page or chapter. Or finish a whole book. Her first novel, Conflict of Interest was published in 2014 and she has been entertaining readers with tales of love and romance ever since.
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Can digging and weeding, planting, and pruning equal love?
Nursing is Holly Cooper’s vocation, and her sanctuary, until she witnesses a murderous attack during emergency surgery. Her childhood fear of never belonging resurfaces. Untethered, she’s following music festivals down Australia’s eastern seaboard, sometimes working as a nurse, sometimes as a volunteer.
Reclusive gardener Christopher (Kit) Silverton needs a nurse for his half-finished research project: the therapeutic power of gardening. In plain English, can digging and weeding, planting, pruning, hacking, or any one of those activities help kids to heal after domestic violence? A survivor himself, he knows what it’s like to live with pain, guilt, and relationships that end in tears.
When Kit’s partner, and on-site nurse, is injured, she suggests her granddaughter, Holly Cooper, as a replacement. Holly has the qualifications, but Kit will need convincing that a pink and green haired free spirit has anything to offer the project.
As the garden develops, passion blooms between Holly and Kit. When security on the site is breached, Kit confronts his worst nightmare. Defending the kids and Holly proves his critics right—violence lives within him. Can Holly overcome her own doubts to prove he’s wrong?
Australian Jennifer Raines writes contemporary romances set mainly, but not exclusively, in Australia – think Malta, Finland, New Zealand or ?. A dreamer and an optimist, her stories are a delicious cocktail of mutual respect, passion and loyalty because she still believes in happily-ever-afters.
Jennifer fell in love with romance as a teenager. Starting with historical romance. Everything in the school library and then a personal treasured collection of Georgette Heyer, hard copies and paperbacks. Historical romance remains comfort food, like vegemite toast, for those times when she feels low, but Georgette Heyer was an early star, under the blankets after lights out using a torch.
Jennifer is a member of Romance Writers of Australia. Three times a finalist in the Emerald competition, including in 2017, 2018 (Taylor’s Law) and 2022 (Quinn by Design – July 2024). She’s a member of Romance Writers of New Zealand, winning the Pacific Hearts competition twice, including in 2019 with Grace Under Fire, the sequel to Taylor’s Law. She’s also a member of Romance Writers of America and has been a finalist in chapter competitions in 2019, 2020 (Winner Orange Rose contemporary romance category – Planting Hope) and 2021 (Taylor’s Law). Jennifer values competitions for the constructive, honest, not always comfortable feedback they provide.
Jennifer loves those days when words flow and the joy of writing makes the hard slog worthwhile. She’s always made up stories about strangers in the street, in a café or strolling through an airport terminal; finding inspiration in snippets of conversations, news items and the sheer puzzle of human interactions.
Jennifer lives in inner-city Sydney, Australia, with the requisite number of partners (1) and animals (2). Her desk overlooks a park which nourishes her soul when she raises her head from her keyboard. She gets some of her best ideas during long yin yoga poses or walking – anywhere. While Jennifer adores historical romance, she chose to write contemporary because she thought (wrongly) it needed less research while she was holding down a full-time job.
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