This was a good 4 star read. I was pulled right in with the author’s writing. All of the characters added a great element to the story. I had several LOL moments. We get so much from these two, love, pain, LOL moments and so much more. These two haven’t seen each other in years. When Ryan and Christy see each other again the old spark comes alive. Can they make it work the 2nd time around? Will Ryan be open to being a dad? Overall this was a good read. It is part of a series but can be read as a stand alone. If you’re looking for a great 2nd chance romance, 1-click and get started today.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-07-10 22:47:402023-07-17 07:23:39Ladies of the Links (Ladies of the Links Book 2) by Haley Rhoades – Review by Michelle Austin
Well let’s start by saying I really enjoy this series. Especially Smooth Hoperator. This book had me laughing out loud more than the previous book. Despite the humor the author wrote a wonderful story with twists and turns in regards to conspiracies, fake romances, and protection. But is any romance ever really fake? Carter has the brilliant idea to convince Sunny to help him. Be her fake boyfriend to light a fire under the butt of the guy she’s crushing on. However, what happens when lines are blurred and those feelings become real? He’s trying to protect his family from some bad people. Running from a career in politics after getting caught up in something bigger than him. Now Sunny and Duke are his ticket to protect those he cares about. Do they succeed? I love books that actually make me laugh. And the author gave Grandpa Duke some of the best lines. Though this book is part of a series, it works very well as a standalone novel. Yes, the story connected to the previous book. However, that’s because each book focuses on a different Brooks sibling of an extremely tight knit family. I look forward to where the author goes next with this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2023-07-10 22:37:202023-07-17 07:23:33Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Beverly Finnie
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ***No spoilers in this Review*** I read this book without reading the synopsis on it because I liked the other books in this series so much I decided I wanted to read it no matter what. I definitely suggest doing the same! I think this book maybe my favorite in this series! I felt like I never knew what Kia was going to do and I like it not being super predictable! Keep fighting for what they want
Would love to have an update on Kia, Smitty, and Max!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Wendy Rennewanzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngWendy Rennewanz2023-07-10 21:58:362023-07-17 07:23:28Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Wendy Rennewanz
Sylvie Stewart has done it again! I loved meeting the Brooks family in the first installment of this series and now we get to know more about Carter in this story. I can’t imagine growing up in this family and surviving the antics that take place amongst all these boys!
Carter is a bit grumpy. He’s been through a lot though and maybe he’s entitled to his grumpiness. Enter Sunny who is the exact opposite…bubbly, quirky, and just a fun soul to be around. It’s true that opposites really do attract!
This is a second book in a series but can easily be read as a stand alone. There is a lot of humor interspered with the romance and makes for an enjoyable read.
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 Johnson2023-07-10 21:56:142023-07-17 07:23:22Smooth Hoperator (Love on Tap Book 2) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Julie Johnson
I’ve not read anything by this author prior to this book but I love the humor she interweaves within the story that she writes.
Hollis (I love this name by the way) is the dog groomer next door to the bar that Cash owns with his brothers. These two DO NOT, I repeat, DO NOT, get along. Sarcasm is strong between the hedges and a few pranks are executed. However, when the bar is hit with an inspection citation, Hollis considers coming to the rescue.
This is a pretty steamy (much more than I anticipated) read but the storyline itself was enjoyable. I love how Cash’s parents chose their names. The humor of the story had me laughing out loud. Overall, an enjoyable read.
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 Johnson2023-07-10 21:35:402023-07-17 07:23:17Ale’s Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap Book 1) by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Julie Johnson
This is the continuation of Damon and Skylar’s story and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this one! I enjoyed them a lot and this author writes their stories in a way that pulls me into the story and I couldn’t put it down! They had so many ups and downs and many of their moments weren’t pretty ones. I was rooting for them from the very beginning and I really enjoyed their story! I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future and I would recommend to anyone that loves a good angsty high school romance. Happy Reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anastasia Dodsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnastasia Dodson2023-07-10 20:56:082023-07-17 07:23:10Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Anastasia Dodson
The Book of Hours is the second book in The Coin Duology, but can be enjoyed as a standalone if you don’t mind some spoilers for The Coin. It is full of action and suspense, as Gabriela is pursued by an art dealer desperate to buy a work for far less than she knows it is worth. Richard, who was tasked with protecting her in The Coin, is back to try and convince her of the level of danger she’s in and keep her safe.
There’s a fun cast of characters in this book! I’m particularly fond of Jeremy, who works as a bodyguard and chauffeur for Richard. He brings some comic relief, but is also observant and loyal to those he cares about.
This is an exciting book for fans of romance and crime, particularly if you’re interested in art-related crime. It’s a real page-turner, moving between perspectives to leave you on a cliffhanger so you have to keep reading to get back to the same character. It 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'Sullivan2023-07-10 20:11:492023-07-17 07:22:57The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Francis O’Sullivan
This is the most adorable kid’s book! I love the remix of Goldilocks and the Three Bears! Goldilocks said “I always leave things better than I found them.” and that’s the type of message you want your kids to get from a book. I personally teach my kids that kind of stuff and I think that the book has such a great message and even shows easy engineering things to try at home. I would 100% give this book to my kids as a gift!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jo Wrighthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJo Wright2023-07-10 19:50:362023-07-17 07:22:51Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jo Wright
I enjoyed the different fonts for words to focus on- like hot, cooled, fly, delicious etc.- made the book look more interesting and fun. I thought it was interesting baby bear is feminine- I guess in my mind, I always pictured baby as a boy.
The physics concepts integrated in the story (titled, flat, dripped, all) provided a nice twist to the story, and would interest even slightly older children as they replicated pitcher pouring or making something level like the table. Even as an adult, I giggled at the fulcrum/seesaw towards the end of the book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Crainhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Crain2023-07-10 19:00:432023-07-17 07:22:31Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Jennifer Crain
This is the third book in the Devil’s Handmaidens MC series. Although this can be read as a standalone, I highly recommend reading the first two books in the series. This book focuses on Taz and Enforcer but previous characters make appearances.
Once again, I loved being thrown into the brilliantly created world with the amazingly strong women and the people who support them. Taz is remarkable, having a difficult past and working hard to make a new life for herself and her son. When her past comes forth bringing danger, she is fierce in the face of her fears and Enforcer (as well as the rest of the MCs) support her like the family they are.
Not only are Taz and Enforcer holding a special place in my heart, so is her son. The inclusion of this new dynamic brings an extra element of emotion to everything they go through. I was incredibly emotionally invested, beginning to end, and still am.
Cannot wait for the next instalment to be released!
Toni began by going on a romantic trip with her boyfriend. However, she ends up this trip without this boyfriend because it isn’t working out the way that she had planned it. She leaves the trip and she ends up at a different (read: better) hotel. At this hotel she meets a man and it definitely leaves her with amazingly hot and steamy nights. This man, however, doesn’t like those three little words. He doesn’t say them. Is this something that she can look past? Is she going to be able to convince him to change his mind? This was a quick read. It says it is a holiday read, but it is more a vacation read. It is the perfect beach read full of romance and comedy and just a couple that you want to root for. I definitely recommend pick this one up this summer!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-07-10 17:01:282023-07-17 07:22:03Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Christine Baranek
Love Is What It Is by Marina is another fun brilliantly written contemporary sea sun and surf romance tale that had me completely captivated right from the very first page. It is a quick read that has everything to keep you engaged. This is not my first read by this author and I have loved everything I have read. The wonderful characters make it easy to dive in and are so easy to fall in love with. I became very invested in them and their story. Marinas wicked sense of humour is beautifully woven in this fun story. I loved every minute of it. Hearts maybe broken on a beautiful Mediterranean holiday. With lots of passion, some sizzling chemistry, a dash of angst and a little drama and some super sexy times makes for some fabulous reading. You know when you find an author and her words just click and you can’t get enough. Well, that is what happens when I read her work. You are truly missing out if you don’t dive into Marina’s work.
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 Bishop2023-07-10 16:59:212023-07-15 11:03:40Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Jenni Bishop
What a ride! TAZ is the third instalment in DM Earl’s Devil’s Handmaidens all female MC: Timber Ghost Montana. I was so excited to see the next book was out and jumped on that straightaway. It is one of my favourite series. There is a large cast of characters and a lot to keep up with, but DM has masterfully woven it all together to give us something that is raw, dark and gritty making it a gripping and captivating read. These amazing characters are flawed and broken and have been through so much but with all that they are a family of choice. Taz is as colourful and sassy as her hair. She was on the run but found a home but that is all now in jeopardy when her past comes knocking. We see the women of the MC and others who answered the call put through their paces with this one with white supremacists and corrupt politicians. It is jam packed with danger, action, suspense, suspense, drama, angst, and tension. Hopefully Taz and Travis can survive the storm with all the secrets and lies. I look forward to reading so much more from this series.
Sliding into Home is the third book in the Playing for Keeps series by Lauren Fraser. It is a second chance romance sports romance with a secret. It can be read as a standalone, but I encourage you to start at the beginning as the characters cross over. The characters feel real. We get to see sides to them that are not all polished. As we go through the journey of their lives, we feel it all the pain and emotions that go with it. With tension, doubts, jealousy, drama, trust issues, fears, meddling parents, anger and angst it is a smorgasbord of emotions. But let’s not forget the passion and chemistry. This is Kia and Jeff’s story. Baseball is his life, but he is about to discover that there is one thing that may just change his mind. Max steals the show though. Sliding into Home is told in multiple POV’s which gives us a deeper look at the character. It is a quick and engaging baseball read. I look forward to the rest of the teams’ stories. Is love a good baseball romance this one is for you.
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 Bishop2023-07-10 16:40:182023-07-15 11:03:19Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Jenni Bishop
Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi. I bought this book for my nephews who are 5 and 10 and they both really enjoyed it. Its a very educational family book that I learned from as well as my nephews. Its basically an adventure of pictures and writing that takes you thru all the diverse locations of Israel. It teaches you about all the diverse culture that is in Israel along with what its like to be Jewish. The story is told in a rhyme so its easy for kids to understand and the pictures are beautiful. It also has a glossary at the end that really helped me understand what some words meant. This would make a great addition to your families library.
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 Treadway2023-07-10 16:35:252023-07-17 07:05:29Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Tausha Treadway
This is a fun, light hearted and entertaining romance story that was enjoyable from start to finish. I though the characters were interesting and had a great connection. I loved how their relationship developed and I wanted to see them work things out. This is a new author to me and I enjoyed the story I read. I liked the way the story unfolded and how I wanted to know more about what was going on. This is a great book and I am looking forward to see what else this author has to offer.
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 Baker2023-07-10 16:31:272023-07-17 07:05:17Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Kerry Baker
This book is the second in the series. It can be read as a standalone although I do think reading the first book would be beneficial. This is quite a slow build book, starting off slow and increasing the pace of the book as it goes on. The book is full of romance and suspense and the author has combined them both so well. This is a new author to me and I was taken in by her writing style. I will definitely be going back to read the first book but this was enjoyable in its own right. I became engaged with the story and wanted to see how things would turn out. This is a great story and I am looking forward to discovering more from the author
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 Baker2023-07-10 16:20:312023-07-17 07:05:11The Book of Hours (Coin/Hours Duology Book 2) by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra – Review by Kerry Baker
Toni thought she was going on a romantic trip with one boyfriend and dumped him because the trip, quite frankly, was a bust. She went to a much better hotel and had the adventure of a lifetime. The challenge was that the guy didn’t believe in saying “I love you.” The story takes us on their journey. Can they get past this? I found it a quick read. It had some nice humor, a bit of entertaining romance. You do find yourself giggling in spots. I wanted to root for them because it’s hard when someone doesn’t believe in love. It’s a good book that I think rmance readers may enjoy.
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 Kittell2023-07-10 15:49:432023-07-15 11:01:43Love Is What It Is by Marina Hanna – Review by Shelly Kittell
An adorable second chance romance that will have you rooting for true love. Oh my, I found myself rooting for Max. Who wouldn’t? Max is a sweet little boy that deserved to have a mom and Dad. Kia and Smitty are two people that deserved that second chance and they will protect Max at all costs. Watching them work out their parenting issues while the spark burned between them was charming. This is one of those couples you just want to cheer for. You also give a big happy yell when some changes are made in Kia’s life. I loved the plot. The story sucks you right in from the beginning. It is very good and very intriguing. It Keeps you engaged and wanting more. I enjoyed this story so much. The romance, humor and the fact that it’s a quick read. A definite must read for romance lovers.
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 Kittell2023-07-10 15:29:572023-07-15 11:01:31Sliding into Home (Playing for Keeps Book 3) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Shelly Kittell
I thought Tink and Shadow took the title of Badass. Taz has been through some bad stuff and had her world turned upside down. Her little boy, Timothy, who has autism, is my little hero. I have not laughed so hard. I don’t know where the inspiration for him came from but raising an autistic little boy myself, you hit that spot on. The weenie conversation had me spitting coffee and falling off my chair. Taz and Enforcer have a lot to overcome but they are one couple that I found myself rooting for. Those two deserve peace and love. Old faces came to visit. Both MC’s were involved in the story along with the Grimm Wolves. Action, drama, suspense, romance, and a bit of Montana Militia. You’ll be on the edge of your seat and have to read the whole book in one sitting. I love this whole dang series. The author writes it so well. It can be graphic but it so well written and the characters are so relatable. One of the best MC series around. This is my favorite book in the series yet.
Another gripping story featuring the women from the Devil’s Handmaidens MC, Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter. As usual I was hooked from start to finish by this MC romantic suspense, which is full of drama, making it hard to put the book down! The storyline focuses on the Clubs Treasurer, Taz with her wild and colourful hair. Although she comes across as the shy nerdy one of the MC, if you mess with her family you get her rough and hard side. So when her ex comes back into her life putting son Teddy in danger, she’s determined to protect him. Even if that means enlisting the help of Travis “Enforcer” Milford, and his brothers from the Intruders. Both the Devil’s Handmaidens and the Intruders work together to go up against their enemies, who don’t stand a chance. Especially when it also becomes personal for Enforcer, who will do anything to keep Taz and her son safe. Once again I was fully immersed in the Devil’s Handmaidens world, which is brought vividly to life through the well defined characters and the descriptive narrative of the setting. I love the fact that it’s an all woman’s MC which is unusual in novels, and I love all the unique and quirky characters who are all individuals. The storyline does get a little dark, but I loved being back with the Devil’s Handmaidens and look forward to returning to them soon!
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 Gordon2023-07-10 15:03:552023-07-17 07:04:45Taz (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 3) by D.M. Earl – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Goldilocks is no longer hunted or chased away but thanked for her surprising helpfulness. A book that once screamed danger ahead now says be resourceful. Teaching kids to leave things better than they found them and helping new friends in new ways.
At the end of the book Lois lists the sketches and instructions to test out the machines yourself.
The book is colorful and full of bloom. Italicized words or different font highlights and captures the reader and listeners eyes. A very fun scientific twist on a classic.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-07-10 13:42:372023-07-17 07:04:39Goldilocks and the Six Simple Machines (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Maikalani Alexander
A Toast for Laurent is about 2 long-lost lovers finding each other after 20 years. Laurent is a wealthy vineyard owner who was very much in love with Phoebe, however, she is a “runner”. Phoebe having mommy, daddy, and their marriage issues is a runner – she runs from life, love, and anything uncomfortable. Well, 20 years ago she ran from Laurent and left him heartbroken. However, they made a pact that if by the time they were 40 and not married they would get married. Phoebe’s younger sister is getting married and is always criticized by her family so she wants to make good on their pact. She happens to be a successful businesswoman for the local hotel in the city Laurent lives in. At the story’s beginning, she is walking into his vineyard/bar and demanding he marries her. This begins the second phase love story. Love was never the problem so can they each learn from the past and begin a future of happiness?
I enjoyed this romance story. I think it isn’t often they have a male leader that isn’t really the problem in the story, and I quite enjoyed that perspective. Laurent is a likable, caring, loving, handsome, level-minded, and successful individual. You can tell he loves with his whole heart and will fight for what he wants. He is quite patient with Phoebe who is really the problem of the love always falling short. Phoebe was an okay character. She is someone who is scared and afraid to love, afraid to be happy. I appreciate her growth in the story but there were many times I really wanted to slap her. I hate that she thought when things were convenient for her they should be for him. I really just wanted her to get over herself a lot of the time and woman up. Also, one thing I would have liked a little more is their after story, would have felt better about where they were going, but overall enjoyable read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-07-10 13:41:112023-07-17 07:04:27A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
Twisted Oath is a mafia romance, enemies-to-lovers story. The story is about Salvatore – a bastard child to a Don that has been tossed aside in the family, and Serafina a mafia princess. When the story begins, it is written about how they both met in the past and Salvatore was biding his time to be with Serafina. They had secret meetings but never spoke. Salvatore, for one, is a little older than Serafina, the enemy of her family, and planning his revenge on the situation he was put in. As a bastard child, his mother was the mistress of the Don’s son and was eventually kidnapped and killed. Salvatore planned to get into his rightful family and plan revenge on the person who took his mother. In the process, while Serafina was part of the plan, he never planned to fall for her (especially since he is evil, dark-hearted, and incapable of love). Serafina was always intrigued by the boy/man who met her on the rocks and fell in love without understanding. As the story goes on, their love story takes a turn and they are arranged to be married. Serafina has always loved him, but also never really wanted the mafia life, she wanted to save lives rather than take them. However, being the mafia princess she is – she does her duty. There are many twists, turns, and stories throughout the book – will they be able to truly love each other? Will they each be able to get to their final goals? Can they make a life with so much difficulty going on around them? Mafia romances are one of my favorite genres and this one was a little different than the ones I have read in the past. Make sure you read your trigger warnings. In the beginning, I had a hard time keeping up with where in their story they were – each chapter is from a certain character’s point of view at a certain age, but it does pretty much go in sequential order. I enjoyed the characters. Salvatore was your typical brawny, over-protective, mafia psycho, but the changes throughout the story were great to see. Serafina I thought was a good character. She was brave, smart, kind, and loving, but also not willing to completely be run over by these mafia men. Overall, I did enjoy the progression of the story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-07-10 13:22:002023-07-17 07:04:21Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157547117-a-teacher-s-heart” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Teacher’s Heart” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1684500258l/157547117._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157547117-a-teacher-s-heart”>A Teacher’s Heart</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19602225.Melissa_Lavi”>Melissa Lavi</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5682525521″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> A really sweet lyrically written book about teachers that will be a great tool for those starting school or changing year groups that are a little nervous regarding meeting their new teacher.<br />Beautifully Illustrated. <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 G2023-07-10 13:14:182023-07-17 07:04:14A Teacher’s Heart by Melissa Lavi – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
Such a wonderful series so far!! I can’t wait to read more of it!! This is book 3 to the Buckeye Falls Series and boy oh boy are you in for it with this one! I cried a couple times for these characters. Anthony and Natalie have the picture perfect life and family. He’s the Mayor of Buckeye Falls and she runs her own event planning company with one of her best friends. Life is perfect. Or is it? From the outside everything seems great, but on the inside the couple isn’t doing well. Between two full time jobs, two kids, and everything in between work and home they’ve been drifting apart. Between Anthony trying to fill the big shoes of his father (the last mayor) and Natalie trying to be everything for everyone, the two of them lead very crazy lives and schedules. Both feel guilt of not doing better. Not being better. But can the couple come together and work things out? Or is this the end of their seemingly perfect relationship? When Anthony’s father asks the couple to pack up, clean, and get the family lake house ready for sale the couple jumps at the chance for a week away from everything. With the kids safely with their aunt with grandma there for backup, the two take off. Can the two put work and life away for a week and work things out while they pack? Or will this week away confirm their fears of growing apart in life. I won’t give anything away, but let me tell you that this couple has some ups and downs in this book. Sometimes over simple things that make you want to smack them both and lock them in a room until they work stuff out. Such a wonderful book that had me crying and thinking about some of my own relationships with family and friends. Check this sweet romance out! You CAN read this book as a stand alone, but I wouldn’t recommend it. The previous two books introduce you to the town and many of the characters that you will see in this book. So personally I would say read all three in order for a better reading experience with this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jaimie Salmon-Colburnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJaimie Salmon-Colburn2023-07-10 11:24:562023-07-17 07:04:02Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn
She does it again!! This author is my favorite author for 2023!! For sure a hidden gem. This is the start of Phoenix & Aspen’s storie, and let me tell you it starts of with a zinger. This Novella is exactly what a Novella needs to be…. it drew me in from the start and has me salivating to get my hands on the next book ASAP. I would recommend you read the series in order because there is crossover from the other characters and you will not be disappointed
Shalom Israel was a great learning kids book. It was great to feel like you were traveling to this country and learning about all the aspects in the culture. The book talked about the language, the people, the landscapes, art, shopping food, etc. Kids will learn a lot about this country and culture through the easy-to-read story. I also like that they included animation in with real pictures from Israel.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-07-10 10:08:002023-07-17 07:03:43Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
This is the 2nd book in the Ladies of the Links series. This is the first book I have read in the series and still really enjoyed it, however I will be going back to read the first book as I enjoyed this one. This is a second chance romance that had it all, attraction, chemistry, secrets, heartbreaks and past loves returning. The author does an amazing job with the characters, I loved the relationship between the friends and all the things they get up to. Their group reminded me of me and my friends which really made the characters relatable. I really felt sorry for Ryan. He was left heartbroken when Christy disappeared from his life.
Fast forward and Christy is doing great. She had a job she loves, 2 beautiful children who she adores and things are going good. When a blast from her past shows up it turns her world upside down. Ryan was the love of her life and she was heartbroken when they parted but now he is back and all those old feelings resurface. Do the couple stand any chance this time? Or will time and secrets yet to be revealed push them apart yet again?
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 Carr2023-07-10 08:19:162023-07-17 07:03:38Ladies of the Links (Ladies of the Links Book 2) by Haley Rhoades – Review by Kerry Carr
My Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez is my first read by this author, and I would say that it’s a cute little rom com with the main characters of a writer named Tessa and a scientist named Simon. The way that Anna describes the characters and their lifestyles, we can conclude that they are opposites, but it’s like the old saying goes…. opposites attract! Simon and Tessa happen to meet on a flight and Simon finds that he can’t stay away from the spontaneous author. Tessa finds Simon interesting and herself attracted to him and decides to invite him all around the world with her, but Simon quickly finds out that Tessa won’t move on to the next step of committing to a relationship. Of course, there has to be some sort of conflict, or it would be a very short book, less interesting story. Tessa’s refusal to settle down with Simon isn’t their only predicament, they live on different continents, have different lifestyles, and Tessa suffers a loss that she just can’t seem to recover from. This was a good read, but I found myself wanting more. The only thing that I can say is pick up the book and give it a go, you will have to determine for yourself if it was worth picking up or not, I don’t think that you will be one bit disappointed!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mary E Espinozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMary E Espinoza2023-07-10 07:51:132023-07-17 07:03:32My Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez – Review by Mary Espinoza
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