This is a historical romance that takes place in San Francisco in 1855. It features two gentlemen who are fire fighters who travel to the city from Pittsburg. They are there to spend the money that they have mined. A Paris socialite has just arrived in San Francisco to start a new life. When their lives collide they find that both men are attracted to the socialite. What is a girl to do? As she decides there is romance and steam at every corner. In addition there is drama and suspense. I definitely recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-05-02 16:40:532023-05-03 13:58:03Fiddle and Fire (Hearts of Gold Book 2) by Ariella Talix – Review by Christine Baranek
First, I need to mention trigger warnings – this book is not for everyone as it contains graphic descriptions of domestic violence (and the aftermath) and addiction. If you are comfortable with reading about these topics though, reading this book is worth it.
This is the first book in the Sweet Valley series, and it is beautifully written. The topics of domestic violence and addiction are described in graphic detail at times, but it is clear that the author has taken great care to represent these topics as accurately as possible, whilst also being respectful.
There are elements of Elle’s situation which make her relatable to me. It took a great deal of strength for her to leave her situation behind and try to move on with her life and she only grows in strength as the story processes. Blake is another great character fighting his own issues. He too is a strong character trying to better himself. They are both fighting their own demons but manage to come back together for a potential second chance at love. What I love about this pair is that they are both flawed, their isn’t one perfect character swooping in the save the other. They both grow over the course of the story and by the end have shown genuine character development.
I certainly got emotionally invested in this story, and am very glad I read it. I look forward to what book 2 holds, I just hope I don’t have to wait too long for its release!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rebecahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRebeca2023-05-02 16:20:442023-05-03 13:58:56Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras
A gripping mystery, thriller which kept me hooked throughout. The fast paced storyline and plot twists kept me guessing and turning the pages desperate to find out what would happen next! The story is told through a dual timeline, it starts off set in 1988, when Sloan Hadfield’s brother Ridge goes fishing with their father at Crow’s Nest Creek, and never returns home. Sloan’s Vietnam veteran father, who although mostly good natured, was also prone to violent outbursts was arrested and charged with the murder, although Ridge’s body was never found. Sloan’s ornithologist mother never excepted that her son was dead and insisted he was still alive, and went slowly mad. The story picks up twenty years later and Sloan who is in the middle of a bitter divorce, is once again in her hometown, to collect her mother who’s been discharged from a mental health facility. Being back is overwhelming for Sloan, who has so many unanswered questions, and so returns to Crow’s Nest Creek, the last place her brother was seen. Sloan is shocked by the sound of a crow muttering the same syllable over and over, which sounds like ‘Ridge’. Then the body of another boy is found, making Sloan question what really happened to her brother all those years ago, and was her father guilty. It’s not just Sloan and her family who are shocked by what she discovers, the whole community will be as well. This tale of family secrets, deception, and revenge is a real page turner. The descriptive narrative really brings the aerie and atmospheric Crow’s Nest Creek vividly to life, making me feel immersed in the story, along with the wonderfully defined characters. An enjoyable and engaging read, which I definitely recommend, and I’ve discovered a new author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-05-02 16:17:362023-05-03 13:57:56A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Jennifer Gordon
4 stars I have always enjoyed Courtney’s stories I like that they are different. The Serpent and the Firefly is an urban fantasy story that has non-stop action. Action packed all the way through. The premise is interesting with a cast of supernatural characters including demons, werewolves, angels, fae, shifters and more. The Serpent and the Firefly is a fun read and has magic, prophecy, the first king of hell, scheming brothers, a quest where good and evil meet and it wouldn’t be complete without a twist. Jade finds herself sucked into a world she had no idea existed. Her life is turned upside down when she finds that there are things that lurk in the shadows and go bump in the night. Her whole life has been a lie. Things change when she meets Baal. Baal is a ruthless demon and a liar and will let nothing stand in his way. Beware his forked tongue. He is on a mission to find a key, free his sister and take back his throne and kill the prophesised one. However things change when he meets Jade. When all is said and done who will be the victor in the fight over earth and it’s those who live there?
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 Bishop2023-05-02 15:58:182023-05-03 13:57:49The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis – Review by Jenni Bishop
4.5 stars Beware this story has elements that my cause triggers for some. Raising Elle is a second chance western romance story. It is the first book in the Sweet Valley Series that promises to be a great reads. With a lot of hard themes being addressed it is sometimes tough going to get through all at once. I had to walk away and come back at times. It is an emotional read that is full of pain and suffering and heartbreak and heartache that is palpable. I fell in love with the characters Elle and Blake who have so much depth to them that you just want to pick them up and make it all better for them. They each have their own torment and suffering. Elle returns to her hometown to heal and start her life over. Not realising the affect her leaving had on her childhood sweetheart she offers a chance to heal his soul. It is a chance for new beginnings and finally finding peace. I am not going to share any more you need to read it for yourself. I mean who doesn’t love a good cowboy story. Bring on the next book!
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 Bishop2023-05-02 15:48:072023-05-03 13:57:42Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Jenni Bishop
With each new review I write for this author I feel like I am writing the same thing because all her books are so good and are such hits in our house. This book was another one to add to the list and we have already read it multiple times. Both my kids really enjoyed this book which made my enjoy it just as much. The story was interactive and perfect for young kids. Combined with the pictures, it made the book really fun to read. We are already looking forward to the next book by this author to add to our favourites list.
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 Baker2023-05-02 15:45:132023-05-03 13:57:33How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker
This was a surprisingly emotional book and not quite what I expected it was going to be when I started reading. I loved the connection between the two main characters. They both had such traumatic stories and yet you could feel their chemistry. This author really knows how to write an amazing story and this is definitely one of her best. I always enjoy her work. This book, although short, is well written. I engaged with the story and I really wanted things to work out between Lyle and Kyle. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it.
Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert. This is such a sweet read I guess the series name Sweet Valley is appropriate! Its the story of Elle who grew up in Sweet Valley and left as soon as she could. She left behind her hometown and the guy who was in love with her Blake. Blake thought he wasn’t good enough for her so he let her go. Leaving was not a good thing for Elle. Her husband was not good for her and when her family calls asking her to come home to help with their horse ranch she runs home. The life she was living in LA was hard on her, emotionally and physically so coming home was a blessing. Even though it was hard to see her family and Blake. Blake is a broken man when she sees him. He’s got a lot of problems and he thinks Elle is enough to straighten up for. This second chance romance is full of hardships and sadness but also happiness. Do yourself a favor and read this sweet story.
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 Treadway2023-05-02 14:26:372023-05-03 13:56:57Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Tausha Treadway
A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm. I absolutely loved this book. Its been one of the best books I’ve read this year. Its the story of of Sloan whose brother disappeared on a fishing trip with their dad years ago and her dad was charged with his murder. Their father was a good man just prone to PTSD outbursts due to him being a Vietnam Vet. After Ridge died their mom went down a maddening path of destruction eventually being locked up in an asylum. When it was decided their mom was going to be away long term Sloan decided to go on to college. 20 years later she get a call from the facility her mom is at telling her she is being released. Sloan has no desire to return but she is the only family her mom has. When another young boy is found dead questions begin to appear about Ridge’s death. Did their dad really kill Ridge or was it someone else entirely? This book was so good I had a hard time putting it down. Do yourself a favor and read this mystery now!
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 Treadway2023-05-02 14:03:342023-05-03 13:56:47A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Tausha Treadway
Shanessa Gluhm had me in a choke hold from the first page and didn’t let go until the very end. This novel kept me up into the wee hours of the night because I had to know what was going to happen next and I was furiously tapping on my Kindle to get the pages to turn faster. This is the gripping tale of Sloan and Ridge and the lies that tore their family apart for years. A River of Crows has so many twists and turns I got whiplash. I cannot praise this book enough. If you love thrillers, family drama, and really not knowing what’s going to happen until right before it happens, pick this book up right now!
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 Kimley2023-05-02 13:03:562023-05-03 13:56:28A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Megan Conley
This story is a really whodunit tale. On one foot you are watching a mother and daughter move to a new town and on the other you are helping them solve a murder mystery. Who says that when moving to a new town things won’t be exciting? For Naomi and Ella their life was already changing but to find a body in their new home’s outside building throws so much more chaos. A quick and good read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-05-02 12:25:042023-05-03 13:56:09A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Tonya Merritt
I really enjoyed this story. The author has an amazing way of gripping the reader within the first chapter and not letting them go. I read this book in one sitting as I just couldn’t put it down. There are so many secrets and lies to uncover and it deals with some sensitive subjects such as grief and mental illness.
Sloan has had a hard childhood. After witnessing her father attack her mother in violent outbursts she is always on edge however things go from back to worse when her brother is murdered. This event completely sends Sloan’s life spiralling as her mother’s mental health declines and her father is arrested and charged with her brother murder the only thing she want to do is escape. Years later Sloan is forced to return to her home town when her mother checks herself out of the mental health facility she was placed in. On her return Sloan now has to finally face up to the demons of her past and with her fathers release from prison finally come to terms with what happened to her young brother. However the story isn’t as it seems and as all the secrets and lies begin to unravel we are shown the truth of what happened to Sloans family and why. This was a great read. The twists and turns I couldn’t see coming which meant I couldn’t stop reading till I reached the end.
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 Carr2023-05-02 11:58:002023-05-03 13:55:55A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Kerry Carr
What a twisty turny mystery! I enjoy the way this author writes her book. It is a lot of flash bang then the mystery that follows and explains the Bang. Everything is not as it would seem. I enjoyed all the crow analogies..very interesting. There are quite a few characters but the story revolves around just a handful. So many times I await the other shoe to drop especially in the second half. I keep thinking I know what happened or is happening…sometimes I was right and others I was wrong. I had mixed feelings about who I feel sorry for and who I disliked or liked. It really fluctuated up and down as the story moved along. I really have a lot to say about all the characters but I can not without giving something away.
Revenge never hurts only one person because secrets always rise to the surface.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lisa Helmickhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLisa Helmick2023-05-02 11:03:372023-05-03 13:55:35A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Lisa Helmick
This book is the 7th in this incredible crime/mystery. The loveable characters, Maddie and Mike are back and ready to dive into another round of crazy cases. As PI’s they find their workload a bit overwhelming with the incoming volume of new cases, but the main focus is for a missing bookkeeper. This book follows the cute married couple through their adventure into mysteries, claims of embezzlement, strange disappearances and more.
As usual this author provides a lot of twists and turns. You will thoroughly enjoy reading due to the easy flow of the plot. Also you may find that the ending was not as you thought it would be.
Overall it was a wonderful read and a great addition to this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Darlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDarla2023-05-02 11:00:372023-05-03 13:55:28Other People’s Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Darla Yocom
Yeti Left Home is not what I expected at all. The author does an amazing job with the development of the characters especially Wylie Kang, the Yeti. The other characters complement each other very well. The plot of the story easily flows from the beginning to the end. The book is very well written and very relatable to everyday life.
Such a great read for adventure readers young and old. Noah is a super smart teen who puts all his hopes on a summer camp with the supers. He hopes it’ll increase his popularity, decrease his bullies, and gain him respect. All is reduced to rubble with the appearance of the mutants. Now, instead of camp he’s cleaning. But that’s not enough to stop Noah. Neither is his babysitting gig. Noah is determined to figure out the whole drama with some help along the way. Seriously this is a good read for teens and adults.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nichole Chrismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNichole Chrisman2023-05-02 09:23:112023-05-03 14:02:39Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Nichole Chrisman
Kaela is under attack and in for the fight of her life at work one evening. She didn’t think she’d make it until a stranger saves her but is gravely wounded in the process. She saves him with her power that she has kept hidden only to find that not only is he the DA prosecuting the case but a werewolf to boot. As of that isn’t complicated enough, Kaela’s use of her powers calls an undying to her side as he hasn’t felt that power in a while. All she wants is to survive what’s happening to her while the motives of the wolf and the undying remains to be seen. This is a great spin to the fantasy genre!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nichole Chrismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNichole Chrisman2023-05-02 09:13:452023-05-03 14:02:30Undying Light (The Stella Maris Series Book 1) by Aurora Wildey – Review by Nichole Chrisman
I really was not sure I’d like this book when I started reading, it seemed to be a normal boring book but then bam it smacks you in the face. It is such an original story with so much detail but not too much to overwhelm you. I loved it. Could not put it down. If it wasn’t for me having to go to work the next day, I would’ve finished it within a few hours. I absolutely loved the saying at the beginning and end as well. The book was perfectly written and I cannot read more by Courtney Davis.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-05-02 09:02:212023-05-03 14:02:23The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis – Review by Tonya Merritt
I don’t have enough praise for this book. I loved Raising Elle. A story of a battered woman coming home and trying to get her life together without looking over her shoulder but her secret is big. Amazing storyline, my favorite is when the secret comes out. You never know with parsnips.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-05-02 08:56:542023-05-03 14:02:14Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Tonya Merritt
Naomi and her daughter Ella move to a new small town after a divorce. They stumble upon a dead body in the barn the first day there, and the rest of the book focuses on solving the “whodunnit.” The banter and discussions with their next door neighbors and other townfolk (like the HVAC technician) make this a quick but highly enjoyable read, with the plot moving quickly.
I can’t wait to read the other two books in this series, and love the little quirks thrown in (like a teacup collection) and how everything can (or can’t) be solved by a strong cup of tea. Most cozy mysteries I find pointless or dry, but it is not the case for A Spot of Earl Slay.
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 Crain2023-05-02 08:40:322023-05-03 14:02:05A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Jennifer Crain
Madeline is off on another case when an old friend asks her and her team to help solve some missing monies within her husband’s company. So while the team investigates the missing bookkeeper, the case gets more and more stranger.
As Madeline runs into another case from a child who are worried regarding their father’s younger fiancée and wonder if she is all cracked up to be, but as her team delves into the case they are struggling to find any information on her, but strangely things are starting to cross over in all the cases and, Madeline is left wondering what is going on. Can she solve were the missing bookkeeper is, tackle the gold digger fiancée and understand how everything seems to lead back to single point.
I love this series and as this is the seventh book in the series, all the books can be read as stand alone stories, the author is really good at filling you in on some of the history of the main characters and you go, but if you have enjoyed this book I recommend you read the others as you will not be disappointed.
I love the way that Madeline, Mike and the team work together to solve the mysteries and that you feel like you become a Honorary member of the group. The story flows brilliant through the clues and conversations which you devour with enthusiasm and can’t wait to carry on to see the outcome.
Please keep writing more as I think I am totally addicted to them now and would miss to be part of the group. Thank you.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2023-05-02 06:25:272023-05-03 14:01:39Other People’s Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Angela Shirley
Even with the serious challenges faced in this second=chance romance, Elle and Blake find their way back to each other. What makes this story to endearing and heartwrenching is the work they both put into it. I felt every moment and emotion of the pain they felt. Their story of second=chance romance is one worth reading. There are touch topics but it’s worth charging through. Love is hard and their are many blockades. The author did a fantastic job of making this story relatable through her writing with the the characters, the plot and the overall tone of the book. I would love to see more with Elle’s sisters finding their loves.
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 Kittell2023-05-02 06:16:042023-05-03 14:01:29Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Shelly Kittell
Boy, Jade stepped from one heap of trouble into a paranormal heap of trouble. Baal, a snake shifter, enters her life, as she starts a new life in WiTSEC. Oh, I found the drama and all the critters in the story quite entertaining. It is a pretty basic story yet the author gave us a intriguing look at how Jada came to find out about herself and her powers. Exploding with her light and energy in the field was my favorite part. I found the characters to be enough that they kept me wanting more. The plot had a few glitchy spots but it was enough to keep reading. I would love more about this crazy town full of paranormal craziness hidden among it. The romance helps also.
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 Kittell2023-05-02 06:06:252023-05-03 14:01:16The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis – Review by Shelly Kittell
Kyle was always a loner, hiding in the shadows when the other boys played until one night seeing the bullies push around the younger kid he felt a protection to save the boy. When he came out of his hiding place and stood up for that sweet little boy his whole world turn on its axis and nothing would be the same.
Lyle had a protector, someone who would not let anything bad happen to him, seeing that Kyle had no where to go he invited him back home where his family adopted him, but although Kyle left one abusive family he was plunged into another one but he had a purpose to protect Lyle and his mother.
Until that faithfully night when the world changed and Lyle and Kyle got plunged into world of Love and heartbreak.
For such a short book it certainly packs a punch. I have to say there are alot of triggers in this book regarding abuse and although harrowing to read this adds an add depth to the characters to show they have overcome or trying to overcome the past. The relationship between the main characters is a heartfelt journey of forbidden love, jealous and utter heartbreak which will have you just in bits about.
The story was well written and although complex at times draws you in from the first word to the end, I can’t wait to read the next book as you left us hanging there Ms Sand and am on the edge of my seat to see what happens.
Thank you for such a brilliant book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Shirleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Shirley2023-05-02 05:58:022023-05-03 14:00:59Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Angela Shirley
5 Stars A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris
A Curse of Ash and Iron is a Steampunk/ YA with hints of fantasy and is a wonderful retelling of the children’s classic Cinderella but with a different kind of twist. I truly enjoyed this retelling of a classic more than I thought I would. I loved being pulled in from the beginning and the twists and turns had me turning the pages trying to figure out what was going to happen in this version. Let me tell you what I wasn’t disappointed in the least in fact I loved it. Ellie has spent several long years under her stepmother’s watchful eye since her mother’s death. She was hidden in plain sight yet Ellie wondered if she’d ever escape. Then there’s Ben who seems to be immune to the magic . Time is quickly running out and New Year’s Eve is approaching fast and they still need to find a way to break the curse before midnight if they don’t her and her father will be bound forever . I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-05-02 05:44:072023-05-03 14:00:45A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
Oh my stars. The heat coming off of this book was just so amazing. I knew I was going to love Riley, right from the start. Tristan stole my heart, in that way only Tristan can. So much chemistry between them. The passions, the bantering, the mystery, the suspense. You will not want to put this book down!!! @Elena Kincaid, thank you for such amazing characters and an amazing story. I’ll definitely be reading more of her work!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Manda Kellyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngManda Kelly2023-05-02 05:29:062023-05-02 05:29:06Where Fire Meets Flame (Yours From The Ashes Book 1) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Manda Kelly
5 Stars Fiddle and Fire (Hearts of Gold Book 2) by Ariella Talix
Fiddle and Fire is the second book in the Hearts of Gold Series. This is a MMF Historical Romance with just the right amount of hot and steamy. I’m a fan of Historical Romance and throw in some MMF and I’m a gonner. I loved everything about this book from the characters that are fully developed and real they bring the story to life. The story flowed so flawlessly that I devoured it in one afternoon. Suzette and her brother just moved to San Francisco and she met Isaac and Walter . These two gentlemen have been friends for a long time. Is there more to their relationship than friendship? These three definitely have chemistry. Who will she choose? Can she have both? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next . I look forward to seeing what this author brings us next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-05-02 05:27:492023-05-03 14:00:35Fiddle and Fire (Hearts of Gold Book 2) by Ariella Talix – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
5 stars I love a Dark Paranormal Romance tale and Sinister Styx certainly delivers on that. Corpse Pixie is another original and captivating read by Sinister. It is a quick short read. Being such a great read makes me wish it was longer but it packs so much in to a punch as it is. I don’t know where Sinisters stories come from but I love the uniqueness of them making for delightfully refreshing reads. This cleverly woven tale has a plot that is well thought out and a narrative that draws you in. Of course the story would not be complete without things that go bump in the night like zombies, witches, fae, hunters and demons and much more. Leaving the ending open makes way for some more delicious darkness to come. I can’t wait. If you are a Dark Paranormal lover then I highly recommended reading any of Sinister Styx’s work. There is no way you will be disappointed. No spoilers here because the story is so short you will have to read it to find out what happens.
A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris is a YA steampunk retelling of the classic fairytale: Cinderella. Set in 1876 the story is full of historical details, some sci-fi elements, magic, fantasy, curses, secrets, romance, high stakes, a bit of a love triangle, angst, and drama. From the blurb and the cover, I really expected this to be a full-blown steampunk story, in a steampunk world- but it is more of an historical Cinderella retelling, with steampunk elements. So, I don’t know if my expectations are why I didn’t fully connect with this story, or not. I just didn’t ‘feel’ it like I was wanting to. As I really wanted to FLOVE this book, but it just didn’t live up to my expectations. The characters really frustrated me to no end. So, I found it so hard to ‘care’ about them and what was happening in the story. And as a result, I was left feeling disappointed. I might have to revisit this book in the future to see if I still feel the same way, or if perhaps I was having an ‘off’ reading day… If you love steampunk elements added to a classic fairytale, clean romance, and YA fantasy, then this might just be the book for you. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-05-02 00:10:002023-05-03 14:00:08A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris – Review by Angela Hayes
Cabin Eight is the third book in The Millersville Series by Susan Specht Oram. It is a bit of a psychological mystery, with some sci-fi elements, intrigue, agendas, quirky characters, twists, and dramatic developments. Another intriguing story in this series- as Susan Specht Oram has crafted another well woven, creative, and tense read. Looking forward to seeing what Susan Specht Oram does next. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-05-02 00:07:492023-05-03 13:59:48Cabin Eight (The Millersville Series Book #3) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Angela Hayes
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