The chemistry that the two main characters in this book had was off the chart. From their very first meeting, you could tell the author tried to show this throughout the book. This book was slightly predictable, but still very good. I found myself wanting to hurry back to read another chapter. I have not read any other books in this series, but I really want to go back and read the first book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bethany Ruckerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBethany Rucker2021-11-11 15:27:592021-11-11 21:42:25Surprise Baby for Mr. Fischer (Curvy Ever After Book 2) by Stephanie Harrell – Review by Bethany Rucker
I enjoy reading books about shifters. Although they are mostly about werewolves, so I found this book The Mating Call a refreshing change as it is about mountain lion shifters. It was a joy to journey along with Cheyenne and Lane as they discovered each other and fell in love. The author has created a nice world and I look forward to reading the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Rushinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Rushin2021-11-11 14:56:392021-11-11 21:38:53The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Cindy Rushin
As the first book in a bre series by an author I always I always enjoy I knew I had to read this. Especially as it is the first book I have read about mountain lion shifters, which I found to be a nice change from the norm. I was pulled straight into this story and the characters. I wanted to find out more about them as they both had such histories. I thought thr story itself was well written. I engaged with the story and thought it was a well developed book. This is an author that never disappoints and this book is no exception.
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 Baker2021-11-11 14:55:112021-11-11 21:38:26The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker
The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaria #1) by Kay L. Moody
This is the first book I’ve read by Moody. The Elements of the Crown is a great read. This is the first book in The Elements of Kamdaria Series.
Talise is being sent away and she isn’t sure how she will deal with it. She is supposed to be the big deal, but then comes along another person. This guy will be the downfall of Talise or so she thinks. The quote I chose for Talise is: “How will you survive? Academy training lasts ten years.”
Aaden goes to the academy thinking he’s the best of the best. When he gets there he finds that he’s got to beat another person for the highest spot. The quote I chose for Aaden is: “Let’s go. I’m sure the emperor wants you back in your living quarters.”
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Kimblehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Kimble2021-11-11 14:53:562021-11-11 21:34:11The Elements of the Crown (The Elements of Kamdaia #1) by Kay L. Moody-Review by Amanda Kimble
This was a short and romantic story that I am so glad I picked up this season! The author created characters that were easy to like and their romance was something that we rooted for from the second Benjamin walked into Thea’s pastry shop. Benjamin is the type of man that you dream about – attentive, caring, sweet (no pun intended), and an all-around GOOD guy. Thea’s ex – not so much! She had been through a major heartbreak and was not looking for love, but it definitely found her. I love the love story. The side characters were just as important to make the story seem more realistic and give it that wholesome holiday feel. I read it all super quickly in one sitting and my heart felt lighter by the end. If you’re looking for a short (but super sweet) Christmas story, please don’t pass this one up!
Twilight’s Curse is about a young elf, named Nix, who was in line for the throne of the Twilight Realm. When Nix was young, his parents the King and Queen were murdered before his eyes by the Dions. The Royal Advisor, Nate, took Nix into hiding until it was his time to come back and take up the throne.
The other main character is another young elf by the name of Zoe. She is unique with life giving magic. Her parents, the Dions, experimented on her by giving Zoe magical tattoos. Zoe is able to bring her tattoos to life and use them to her advantage. One night she couldn’t handle it anymore and ran away from home. Zoe ran until she comes to a tree inhabited by Nate who then takes her in.
The Book is mostly set years after the initial falling of the Royals, Nix is older now and has no intention of going back to his childhood home. When Nix has a dream that forsaw him meeting Zoe, everything changes. The next day he sees Zoe. They have a common enemy but can they put their differences aside to come together to take down the Dions? Elves, magic, dragons… what’s not to love! I recommend this book highly!
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I have read many of Manda Mellett’s books, and this one does not disappoint. Her depth in her characters and interesting plot always has me returning. She has quickly become one of my favorite authors. At the beginning, Red was at a crossroads. The book opened with his father’s death, and him putting in a two-week notice. We’ve all been there – time for a change, and it’s quite the change too. He headed across the country and landed with the Satan’s Devils. Red has a complexity that makes him interesting. His life felt like he had just been surviving. So glad Red has his own book, two in fact. Another great book from Manda Mellett! Looking forward to the second book!
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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie was, simply put, amazing. I don’t know how Ms. Valkyrie was able to get so much character development in only 57 pages. Story follows Acheron as he is called to take the storey of dying Carissa where he meats Errapel. Instantly you can feel the energy between Acheron and Errapel and their draw to each other. I felt each emotion, fear, happiness, and love. I hope to see more!
This was a lovely romance story about two people who get a second chance at love. The characters are really well written and the author really brings the characters to life. You really feel the pain these characters go through and you also feel their strength and love as they learn to let their guards down and learn to love again. This is also the second book in the Parker Lane Series.
Breckin Henderson returned home with her husband. She thought her life was set until her husband left her for the head of the cheerleading team. Now her life is falling apart and she needs to rebuild it. However this time it has to be done in a town where everyone knows your business.
Griffin is a hardworking man. He’s got a gentle soul and is willing to help anyone. He has also been hurt in love and has shut himself off from the possibility of finding love. So what happens when these two people with heartbreak in their past meet and get to know one another. Can they find love between their broken hearts? And with the added pressure of small town gossip will their romance be killed before it even begins.
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 Carr2021-11-11 12:41:382021-11-11 12:48:46Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Kerry Carr
This book brought me back to my teen years, when me and my sister used to download manga to read, I used to love a tittle or a picture and then when I was to read, I would discover it was boys love, and some really graphic hahah she would be trilled and me not so much. Don’t get me wrong I do love the sweet love and tenderness I just don’t like much when it gets graphic. Making a long story short, I chose this book because I loved the cover art, and when I started reading, I discovered that this was a boy’s love story, ok that’s alright, but I must say it’s the first lgbt book that I read, that actually have a good story and a good main character.
If you don’t like graphic descriptions of sexual acts, be a little careful, we do have a sexual act a bit graphic but not over the top.
If I have something to complain about this story is that the names are overly complicated but that it’s not really a complain, just old me rambling about. Our main character is named Acheron and he is a vulture, his kind are responsible for taking care of the people that are near death learn their story and then delivering their last wish and their bodies and soul to set them free, it’s really a big responsibility, and his mate to be is called Errapel, belongs with a group of people that bend a little bit the rules. Acheron must go to Mandara, a city that despise his kind, to take care of a last wish of a dying woman, and her story will bring Acheron closer to himself, doesn’t this make you curious to know more? This is more on the short side, but well worth of our time, it has an interesting mystique and mythology,
I will definitely try to read more of Naomi Valkyrie works, and bonus if she writes more with these characters <3.
Born To Fall is the 2nd book in the Can’t Resist You series by Brittany Anne. It is a great dystopian romance novel that I enjoyed very much. I had previously read, and enjoyed, the first book Born To Fight and was looking forward to the nest instalment in the story. This book can be read as a stand-alone but I think you’d enjoy it much better if you had read Born To Fight before reading Born To Fall. Something I rarely comment on when reviewing books is the cover, but I have to say that I’m a sucker for any book that has the gorgeous model Kamil Nizinski on the cover. In this book we get the story of Derek, one of the resistance leaders and Julia, who he had previously rescued from the UNR. With Derek being so high up in the hierarchy the last thing he needs is the distraction of a woman but he just can’t get Julia out of his head. I really enjoyed reading Derek and Julia’s story. Julia has suffered badly in the past and trusts no one. However, her rescuer Derek is gradually getting under her skin and she’s not sure how to deal with her feelings. This all makes for an angsty read, something I really enjoy. The author does a great job of grabbing your attention from the very beginning and with the story being action packed and fast flowing, you really are carried along on Derek and Julia’s journey. I’m looking forward to reading more from this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Karyn Taylorhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKaryn Taylor2021-11-11 11:57:272021-11-11 12:34:36Born to Fall (Can’t Resist You – Book 2) by Brittany Anne – Review by Karyn Taylor
This was an enjoyable and engaging paranormal romance featuring mountain lion shifters. The lion shifters each have a fated mate who is the other half of their souls and they find each other when they least expect it. For Cheyenne and Lane it happens when Cheyenne feels the mating call which draws her home to Long Claw. Meanwhile, Lane also feels the call and heads to Long Claw determined to prove himself to his mate. However, Lane finds that Cheyenne has reservations due to her past that may affect their future together. I loved the characters in this story, and felt immersed within the ‘Long Claw Pride’. The small mountain town setting was really brought to life by the descriptive narrative and the storyline flowed well. The chemistry between Cheyenne and Lane came across and I was cheering them on hoping they would get their HEA. I look forward to future books in this new series by Brooke May.
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 Gordon2021-11-11 11:51:452021-11-11 12:34:17The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This is a short and thought provoking read with a m/m romance that is very well written. I can see this as a small beginning to a pretty epic story. I would definitely be interested in seeing where Acheron and Errapel go in this story that touches on love and racism. Those pages sure did flip way too fast for my liking.
I really enjoyed this story, it indeed was a sweet Christmas love story. It had its tender and sweet moments as well as moments where you can laugh and most certainly relate to! I found it was a quick read and everything came together very well by the end, needless to say it was a treat to read!
For me what intrigued me the most was the setting. I do not normally get the enjoyment of reading a Christmas story on a Cruise Ship! So up front that was a delight of a visual to have! Rather than a snowy town it was a different setting, and I really loved that straight off the bat! Also character wise Oliva was wonderful. Kind and down to earth, and she was very relatable for sure. I loved how her story went about, especially when you throw in Jace. They were great characters. I found Olivia wonderful as well as humorous in a good way, and made the story very heart warming with much fun as the pages turned!
The author knew for sure how to weave or should I say bake up a good story for us readers to enjoy and smile with the memories when we completed the book! I loved the story plot. As I have said, it was different, and there was some unexpected plot twists for me that I did not see coming. Jace and Olivia were adorable, and sweet in every which way. I loved how the development between them and the story went about. I really enjoyed this one, I think this is one I will defiantly be reading again in the future!
As I hope I have made clear, this is a high recommendation from me! This is actually a first time read from this author for me, but most certainly will be reading more of their work. I was very intrigued and impressed with this one and the writing. So happy I got the pleasure to read it, its a true delight!
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The Mating Call Long Claw Pride Book 1 By Brooke May ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ I wish I could give this story more than 5 stars. I love Paranormal Romances. This is a full length novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Cheyenne has graduated high school. She was ready to see the world, find her own path. Even though she thought she could ignore the mating call. After 10 years on her own, The Mating Call brings her back home. Lane has lived on his own since he became an adult as well. While ranching keeps him busy and traveling, he soon gets his Call as well. Will Cheyenne and Lane follow the Call? Can they resist the mating? Keep reading! No Spoilers will be found here. Brooke May has leveled up to my Paranormal Romance writers. Her story added a new Shifter to my list. The Lion Pride!!! The story starts out strong and you instantly become drawn in. This is a rollercoaster of emotions and the characters are just right for each other. As they work their way through The Mating Call. You will not be disappointed with this series. I am looking forward to reading book 2. Well Done Brooke May! Well Done!!!
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Victoria Zak understands real life love stories and how they fluctuate. Even though my name is Dani, I really related to Mel, the lead female character, in the book. It resonated with me so much just how your past and the experiences that you have lived can affect your outlook on relationships and life. Victoria Zak kept the tension between the characters balanced and steamy throughout the entire book. I absolutely enjoyed this book as my first romance novel read in more than 5 years.
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The Mating Call by Brooke May is a paranormal romance of mountain lion shifters.
Cheyenne Mackenzie was out to make her own destiny and not let the mating call rule her life. The mating call can come at any point in a mountain lion shifter’s life and when it does happen it is like two magnets pulling towards each other. Cheyenne decides when she hits 18 she is moving away and she ends up in San Francisco working at a radio station. After 10 years of not taking a vacation, Cheyenne is forced to take a vacation and it couldn’t be better timing because she was hit with her mating call.
Lane, who was forced to leave home at 15 becomes a drifter working as a ranch hand who is used to being alone with just his horse. He feels the pull to head west and without knowing where he was going to end up he just keeps driving. Ending up in Long Claw, Lane gets hit with his making call.
I love the relationship that is forming between Cheyenne and Lane. It is perfectly imperfect. This is a series I definitely look forward to seeing more books added to. Brooke May did a fantastic job of pulling the reader in and keeping them hooked. I can’t wait to read more from May.
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This was such a cute feel good story! I adore Olivia and Jace so much! Just what I needed for the Christmas season! Olivia was escaping as quickly as she could from her family and a cruise was exactly what she needed. Add in a dose of Santa magic and the handsome US navel officer Jace you have a story that will have you smiling from beginning to end! I can not wait to continue with the rest of the series!!
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Titania defeats a group of creatures threatening to colonize Middle Earth. In ending them she broke not one but two edicts of the High Council. But justice may fall on the only person holding the key to her ability to defend the fae.
The evil spirits manifesting the terrorists lurk below, lying in wait to strike again. With loss of a much-needed ally, she lacks freedom to learn what the realm may be facing. Worse yet, many, even some most trusted compatriots, distance themselves from the reckless Queen she’s painted to be.
Her power shackled and left alone, Titania loses faith in her once clear path.
Can she find her footing in time to save them all from eternal darkness?
To Be a Fae Guardian is the second book in the Realm Chronicles series, continuing a magical journey into the realm of Middle Earth. If you like dauntless heroines, you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s gripping fantasy.
Get To be a Fae Guardian to spiral into a new world.
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A Sweet Christmas : A Sweet Confections Novella by Nicole Richard is a cute little romance that will warm your heart and titillate your senses. This story may not have been long, and it started out a a nice sedate pace. But whoa it didn’t stay that way. It increased in intensity and attraction. You could feel the pheromones flying around. This was my first time reading anything by Nicole Richard. What a storyteller. The chemistry between Thea and Ben was arousing and engaging. I was in heaven. Loved all that was this story. Loved the dialogue between the characters and the playful banter was delightfully entertaining. I encourage all to wrap themselves up in this festive and cavity inducing sweet romance. I could not think of a better way to get into the festive spirit. A jolly 5 stars.
Manda Mellet has done it again, she creates amazing stories and I do love my MCs. I loved the characters. I loved seeing Red and his relationship with Cheryl. As always we are left with a cliffhanger.
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Clothes, cars, property, women; none of life’s luxuries are out of Caspian’s grasp until the splendor he’s accustomed to threatens to come crashing down around him if he fails to fulfill his uncle’s dying wish.
– Find true love.
– Stay married for a year.
Only by accomplishing those two paramount tasks will he secure his inheritance. What he needs is someone willing to agree to an arrangement of convenience, and spare him the emotional ties of settling down.
Paisley Fischer
Evicted and broke, she didn’t think things could get worse. Then… they did. With her mother in a coma, and the insurance benefits running out, Paisley will soon be strapped with the financial responsibility of her care. She has no idea how she’s going to provide for both of them until a childhood friend comes to her with an unconventional offer.
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Red has been through so much in his 25 years. His mother walked out on him and his dad and Red was left tending to his paralyzed father. Now he is out on the open road looking for his place if that is even a thing. I truly enjoyed Red and his plight. This story is largely character driven and does have a great story line. It starts of good and gets better. The only thing I would say if missing is more details. I like when I can actually picture what the author is describing. However that small detail will not be stopping me from reading book two.
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The Mating Call (Long Claw Pride Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Krista Vaughan
The mating call pulls you to your mate and makes everything so easy. What if you didn’t want that? How do you fight it? Cheyenne moved away. Even her stubbornness couldn’t deny the pull back to the Long Claw Pride to meet her mate. Lane felt the pull, too. He is ALL IN. He will do anything to show her that he is with her for life. Who doesn’t want a mate that is unwavering in their devotion and love for you? They have many obstacles but the forces pulling them together seen to have gotten it right. At least in my opinion! Such a great romance! Highly recommended!
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The Elements of the Crown is book 1 of The Elements of Kamdaria by Kay L. Moody. This first book has a collection of 4 novellas. This was a really good read. I enjoyed the characters and the world it’s set in. In this story we meet Talise, a 7 year old girl, trying to escape the outer ring with the help of her mother. She joins the Elite Academy for Shaper with a single goal in mind, to become a Master Shaper. She made a promise and she will do everything to keep it. Tragedy strikes and after 10 years of training Talise could lose everything. Aaden also has a goal… and it so happens that his is just as important as Talise’s. How far will he go to get what he wants?
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Love’s Reverie was a great sequel! I really enjoyed coming back to Kat and Phillip’s story and seeing it to the end. This was another heart wrenching tale of love, and having to find each other again. I still think I enjoyed the first book more than this one but this was amazing too. I absolutely love how well the story flows and how heartbreaking Fletcher manages to write this story. This had the perfect ending and I loved it, but I also hate that I don’t get to see their story unfolf anymore. This is definitely a story for the ages!
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‘The Elements of the Crown’ by Kay L. Moody is the first book of ‘The Elements of Kamdaria’ series. It follows the journey of Talise as she strives to gain the title of ‘Master Shaper’ who has the honour of working directly with Kamdaria’s Emperor and is Talise’s last and only chance to rise out of generations of poverty and prejudice. A major highlight of the story is Moody’s worldbuilding- Kamdaria comes across as a living and breathing place with its class structures, beliefs, politics and institutions described in full and elaborate detail. Kamdaria’s lore isn’t explored in a way that’s ham-fisted or entirely expository- readers learn about this world through Talise and the other characters, their actions and the narrative itself. It also helped that Kamdaria was just so interesting- its inhabitants have the ability to ‘shape’ or control the elements of water, earth, fire and wind and it was a delight to discover how this society was modelled after this power afforded to most of its citizens and how it would affect its functioning.
A story is only as good as its characters and ‘‘The Elements of the Crown’ doesn’t disappoint. Talise is such a fleshed out and compelling protagonist and Moody allows for readers to sympathise with her easily- her bravery and determination is truly inspiring given her dire situation and background. At times, I found myself rooting for her, gasping at the sudden obstacles in her way or crying for her. The secondary characters are just as interesting and deep as Talise- Aaden Sato, for instance, is more than he appears and, despite his situation being so much different than Talise’s, their similarities are startling and its fascinating to see how Kamdaria’s governing laws can both disadvantage the weak and the strong and the poor and the rich in equal measure. Another notable character is the elusive Emperor of Kamdaria himself, Emperor Flarius, who’s machinations and schemes are delicious to untangle and discover.
In conclusion, if you’re in the market for a book with a rich storyline and characters, then picking up ‘The Elements of the Crown’ is a must. It is an excellent first entry and I cannot wait to read more.
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Talise claws her way up from the bottom, as she lives in a world of outcasts, shunned from society, full of poverty, crimes of necessity and neglected misunderstood families. She is an innocent young girl that manages to find a way out and is given an opportunity to join rejoin society once again. She’s blessed with incredible magical powers that are unheard of. Along the way she meets a boy who is first her rival but soon comes to mean so very much more to her. I really enjoyed watching her incredible journey as she grows as a person and develops and hones her powers. This book is packed with magic, action, romance, heartbreak and loss, along with some plot twists that have left me eager to read the next book in the series. The author has done an amazing job of creating a magical world that you quickly get drawn into from the very first page.
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Fast paced read! This book is full of courage, loyalty, lust and vengeance. A path in finding one self and leaving one family to lead another. Determination and loyalty to the end.
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