This book is attention grabbing, hard to put down and thought provoking all while still being a great fiction that is enjoyable to read! The characters were well planned and written and you feel connected to them easily! The story was engrossing and I had a hard time putting the book down. I was satisfied with how the book played out and look forward to reading more from the author and the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April McCoyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril McCoy2022-07-08 22:21:262022-07-12 06:55:33Antipodes (Antipodes Book 1) by T.S. Simons – Review by April McCoy
I have been a big fan of this author and just had to read One in A Billion. She definitely did not disappoint with this 5 star read. The book had a great plot and such loveable characters.
Victoria aka Tori is on a timeline. She’s looking for her career in journalism to take off by her 30th birthday or she’s going to quit. She’s hoping to get an interview with Seth Pierce. Unfortunately, he’s a VERY private person and turns down anyone looking for an interview so she decided to just show up to his office one day. Candy, the receptionist thought Victoria was there for an interview for a job and of course that was a way to get her foot in the door so she said that she was indeed the person with the appointment. While Victoria was talking to Seth, the real Kim Brown showed up for her interview. Seth was still thinking Tori would be great for him in more ways then one so he searched all over for her at all the temp agencies he could think of but there was no Tori Verity. Once Seth found out who she was, he showed up at her job unannounced as she did to him. He ended up offering her a job working for him but, in a different role. Everyone who has seen or heard anything about Seth Pierce knows he’s dating Pip. It just so happens they are each others plus one and everyone just assumes they are a couple but they are not. They are just best friends willing to do just about anything for eachother which you will learn when you read the book. This book was so hard to put down and I can’t wait for the next installment.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Mulveyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Mulvey2022-07-08 21:00:062022-07-12 06:55:13One in A Billion (Pierce Brothers Book 3) by Belinda Williams – Review by Michelle Mulvey
Nathan is popular, but not because he’s overly friendly. Holly is the new girl and wants to fit in. Nathan and his buddies are mean to Holly and those who become her ‘misfit’ friends. That changes when Holly witnesses an event that Nathan never wanted anyone outside of his immediate family to see. In his 17-year-old mind, his secret is so terrible that he is willing to do anything to keep it his secret, even fake a relationship with Holly.
Nathan’s plan fails when he falls in love with Holly. In true teenage form, he thinks lying is better than telling the truth.
The characters were well-developed. You could relate to their feelings and how they changed throughout the story. There seemed to be quite a bit of repetition at times that took my attention from the plot.
Overall, it was a great story about the power of honesty, friendship, and love.
This book was so much fun! Once I started to read it, I did not want to stop. I love hockey and adding in the sweet and spicy character dynamics makes this one of my faves! CJ knows how to paint a good picture of the hockey team, a snowy lake cabin, and more than enough tension!! I cannot wait to see what the future holds for each of the other characters in this world.
I love Levi and Brynn finding themselves in the same place once again, where they had been together as kids. I love the familiarity and the fact that Brynn is a very confident, independent character who wants to make sure she doesn’t just upend her life for someone else. Levi getting jealous of the love of her life, Marko, is the funniest part and really added levity to the story! I imagine my cat to be just the same as he.
Love love love! Keep bringing us more of this world!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie stapletonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie stapleton2022-07-08 20:45:242022-07-12 06:54:34Power Play (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 1) by CJ Cartwright – Review by katie stapleton
I didn’t think it would be possible for me to like this second book more than the first, but that is in fact the case! In the first book in this series we are introduced to Tia and Bridger and can see the way they banter back and forth. This book solely dedicated to their relationship brings with it more of the sass and banter and expands upon both characters brilliantly! It is steamier and more complex than the first book, and I cannot wait to read more.
I love sports and I love romance novels… mixing the two is a perfect combination! CJ masterfully blends intrigue and suspense with realistic dialogue and situations. The result is that you do not want the book to end. The author prefaces the book with the difficult time it took to finish due to the pandemic and a hope that this world gives the reader a little respite from all that is going on in the world… mission accomplished! I will gladly get lost in this world again and again 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie stapletonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie stapleton2022-07-08 20:32:062022-07-12 06:54:13Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by katie stapleton
This book is amazing! You end up with 3 romance stories in one bookstore! Each one is a particular story you get hooked up on with more as each romance comes in. Leona is the owner and she always helps where she can for love. I love each couple and their personalities!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Hastinghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Hasting2022-07-08 20:20:482022-07-12 06:53:55The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Ashley Hasting
This book was well written. I love the cracks and jokes these characters have. This was action packed and exciting. I would recommend if you enjoy funny, witty, and action scenes and characters. I had a lot of fun reading this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Pritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Pritt2022-07-08 19:23:292022-07-12 06:53:36Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Series Book1) by Armand Rosamilia reviewed by Jessica Pritt
This is the second book of the series and the author has successfully bridged the gap between two very different worlds. The characters, those breathing and those who have stopped, are well developed and relatable in some way. As the book delved further into the intertwined worlds and glimpses of the past and present, I wanted to be there to witness the events myself. I look forward to future books by the author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amandahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda2022-07-08 19:18:582022-07-12 06:53:16Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Amanda Meady
This book was the perfect mixture of Romance and mystery suspense! I loved all of it. Audri an Remi are the perfect Waterfyre couple that overcome their greatest fears together an realize they can be each others rainbows in the dark. This book has lots of twists an turns so make sure you keep up!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Mitchellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Mitchell2022-07-08 19:09:302022-07-12 06:52:45The Mastermind (WaterFyre Rising Book 1) by Nadia Han – Review by Dawn Mitchell
I really enjoyed Bridger and Tia’s story! It delves Into both their lives and gives up the good and the bad. Together their chemistry is off-the-charts! I loved watching them navigate the trail of insta-attraction to leaning to becoming friends. I have crazy and cute comments highlighted that they thought about each other. Tia is a spitfire and doesn’t have a lot of filter which makes for some amusing commentary.
So for this is one of my favorite series! I have no idea whose story will be next but I am absolutely looking forward to it! This author writes with humor, seriousness and wonderful secondary characters as well as giving her characters strength. Its a perfect combination. I get to laugh while genuinely feeling for these characters.
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 Helmick2022-07-08 18:47:102022-07-12 06:52:18Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Lisa Helmick
This story has a sad start, a sad under-lying reason for Levi and Bella to meet. While the reason is sad the rest of the story line and characters are sweet, fun and oh so cute. I really liked how these two characters needed each other and then that need turned into something else altogether. And in such a short amount of time.
This trio of brothers and their sister will make for some very fun stories. Doesn’t everyone love a cowboy? A family man? Levi is just what we need. He’s rough and tough and needs the kindness that Bella brings to the table. She also brings the love that only a female can give, both to Levi and his siblings.
This author’s way with words keeps you engrossed in the story. Even with the sweet story there is a touch of danger since the Russian Mafia is involved. Thankfully Levi is ex-Navy Seal so he should be able to save the girl and the day!!
Hopefully the rest of the family finds their happily ever afters sooner rather than later!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannon Fowlerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannon Fowler2022-07-08 17:58:512022-07-12 06:51:59Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie reviewed by Shannon Fowler
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This was such a cute book but also had useful knowledge as well. I like that it explained the topic of imaginary friends seeing as how not all young kids experience it, but others can feel included! My kids are 6 and 10 years old and they immediately ran out to test the water magnifying glass! It’s short enough to keep kids’ attention but introduces an easy experiment to try right away. I also appreciate the lesson on fossils in addition to the magnifying glass. A great book all around and would be great for hands-on activities at home or in the classroom!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2022-07-08 17:53:112022-07-12 06:51:18Mermaid and the Water Magnifying Glass (Mermaid Science Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Shannen Kern
Levi is a retired Navy SEAL. He’s back to living on a ranch with his triplet brothers after their dad and step-mom were killed. The triplets have a ranch and a little sister to take care of now. Levi’s connections bring the perfect nanny to help care for their younger sister. Bella, the nanny, is a witness-in-hiding until she can bring down her mafia ex-boyfriend. The siblings and Bella learn to get along and get used to life together on the ranch. When disaster strikes they have to band together for everyone’s sake. “Levi” would be a perfect Hallmark movie. It was a wholesome story with likeable characters that was an easy read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Pesekhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Pesek2022-07-08 16:37:462022-07-08 13:42:56Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie- review by Megan Pesek
It has been quite a while since I read this book so when I saw the audio version I thought it would be a great way to go through a re-read. I thought the narrator did a great job. I was completely pulled into the story and, although I knew what was going to happen, I still felt the mystery and the intrigue. I was lost in the story from the moment I started listening. I think it works well as a short book, I could fit this story in easily to a hectic schedule.
This is an author that I really enjoy and I think the books translate well to audio. I really enjoyed getting into this book and I will definitely be listening to more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-07-08 15:47:512022-07-12 06:50:59Murder Creek (Audio Book) by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker
This is the second book in the series and it is just as good as the first. I thought it was so easy to sink back into this world, this era and this book is just as vivid and imaginative as the first. I thought the story was well developed. It felt like it was clearly thought through and detailed and had everything needed to draw you, as the reader, in. I really enjoyed the characters. They fit the story so well and they all have their parts to play. They are interesting to read about and I really connected with them. This is a great story and one that I thoroughly enjoyed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-07-08 15:39:232022-07-12 06:50:31Blood & Vengeance (The Casket Girls Book 2) by A.D. Brazeau – Review by Kerry Baker
I LOVE this book. It’s time warps you back. The descriptions are so amazing and it feels like you are right there with the characters. Definitely one of my favorite series to read this year! You see a lot of growth within the Agneson clan in this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torimittonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTorimitton2022-07-08 15:34:422022-07-12 06:49:58On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Saga Series Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Tori Mitton
It is always a bonus when you get to read more from one of your favorite authors. I really could not put this book down. I spent my holiday enjoying not only the sun but also reading and getting lost in the world created.
The characters are complex and really draw the reader into the world created. I really could relate to the one of the lead characters and how she felt starting in a new school after a move. I also liked how the relationship between the lead characters evolves after what was a very shaky start. The author does a wonderful job of building the story and characters. Will definitely be reading more from this author.
Truth or Kill: The Twisted Legends Collection by A.C. Kramer
Truth or Kill is a standalone novel but is the second book of the Twisted Legends Collection. Truth or Kill is based on the tale of Kill Switch, a videogame that self-destructs upon completion, making it unknown if it existed or not. In Truth or Kill, Sydney Evans is invited along with her rich classmate for a company retreat, or so she thought. Follow Sydney on her journey through a real-life Kill Switch game, from darkness to light and everything in between. Truth or Kill is full of relatable characters. The reader can feel their pain, confusion, anger, and many other emotions. Between a family betrayed by those they trusted and Sydney and her own feelings of betrayal, the emotions envisioned are raw and real. I did not want to put the book down. Full of twists and turns, Truth or Kill kept me guessing. If you are looking for a book full of mystery, darkness, and love, look no further. Truth or Kill is the book to read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Breanne Christianhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBreanne Christian2022-07-08 15:16:052022-07-12 06:49:12Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 2) by A.C. Kramer – Reviewed by Breanne Christian
This is a really interesting young adult book. The book itself can be read in one sitting and I got that it is a prequel. The story really wets your appetite for what is to come and I can’t wait to see where this story will lead. The author does an amazing job with the characters. Our leading lady EmVee is a very strong willed and confident person and when she realises something isn’t right with the town they have moved to she doesn’t stop until she get answers. So begins a tale of mystery, secrets and paranormal occurrences which leave the read questioning everything and wanting more. As well as all this we have all the teenage angst as well with regards to emotions, relationships between friends and crushes and also learning who to trust and who not to.
This book is fast paced and gripped me from the first page. I can’t wait to see what the series has in store
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2022-07-08 13:25:562022-07-08 13:54:05Insatiable Darkness (The Vigilant Book 0) by LM Preston – Review by Kerry Carr
The epic adventures of the Agneson clan continues in this third book in the series, which like the previous books I thoroughly enjoyed. The historical fantasy storyline had me gripped from page one, and I liked the mix of real historical events with authentic legends, which together makes an epic fantasy story. The descriptive narrative and added historical details bring both the Viking era of circa 880, and the setting vividly to life, which made me feel immersed in the story. This epic adventure takes the reader from the Cornish pit mines to the back alleys of Jorvik, then to the Mercian Court and beyond to the North Sea, and across Midgard and the 9 realms. As usual I felt engaged with the main characters and our hero Thorfinn, who is facing supernatural revenge as he’s still trying to lift a Jarl’s curse. The Agneson family has been scattered and they each face their own challenges, against, “Scheming aldermen, duplicitous monks, slave drivers, dark elves, trolls, ghosts, shapeshifting witches, the legendary Norse Wild Hunt, and a dragon”. Cub, has been enslaved in the Devonshire tin mines, Sorven is after retribution in Jorvik, and Kara is fighting an arranged Saxon marriage, whilst Karl and his crew are castaway on a mythic floating island. As each of the intriguing main characters tackle their challenges, the Forerunner is trying to find his scattered family to help them with their trials. I loved the added pet dragon for Finn, which brings humour to the story. It can be difficult at times to keep track of all the characters, but having been introduced to them in the previous books they have started to feel like old friends. This is a fast paced, entertaining read with many plot twists which kept me hooked, and I look forward to the next book in the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-07-08 12:10:292022-07-08 13:53:44On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Saga Series Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jennifer Gordon
Five years after Juliana’s betrayal, everyone is still reeling from the fallout. The Ka-Tet is fractured, and no one really wants to have anything to do with her. She left defenseless against foes, and isolated from everyone. This causes her to fall into a very deep depression that leads her to doing self-harm. Slowly progress is made toward her sorting everything out with the help of a friendly spirit, an old friend, and a new friend. As everything comes to light as to what exactly her powers are and that she isn’t crazy, Gregory’s obsessed spirit possesses the soul of his descendent and sets his sights on destroying Juliana. After thinking she had come to terms with everything from her past, she realizes that she hasn’t dealt with most of it. Can she work through her past trauma to defeat Gregory once and for all? Will she be able to bring the Ka-Tet back together and prove her loyalty once and for all?
This was an excellent addition to this series. Julia struggles with some very deep feelings and the ramifications of not dealing with everything. While she doesn’t choose wisely on how to deal with it, she finds help in her friends on how to deal with it all in a healthier way. I appreciated the insight into how damaged people sometimes choose to deal with their extreme feelings. We are all damaged in our own way, and this shows the importance of the power of forgiveness, true friendship, and not always believing what other say but to come to our own conclusions. Well done!! Looking forward to book 4!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2022-07-08 12:09:082022-07-08 13:53:18Between Darkness & Light (War of Destiny Book 3) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Desiree Ottinger
Juliana is a young woman whose one, true love is the help’s son, Adam. Her father has higher aspirations for her though and forbids her to marry Adam but instead marries her off to Gregory! Unfortunately, he turns out to be an awful, and extremely abusive husband. When she doesn’t provide him with a male heir, his threats turn toward their daughter, Marie. One fateful night, Gregory crosses the line and murders their daughter in front of Juliana and almost kills her as well. However, as fate should have it, her rescue comes in the form of Samuel, a vampire. He offers her a different kind of life; one of freedom, power, and safety in friends, known as a Ka-Tet. She chooses this life but finds that she still has a lot of traumas to deal with from her past. Slowly she comes to terms with her choice, only to find out there is a threat to it all, too. Valentino is Samuel’s sworn enemy and will do everything in his power to eliminate their Ka-Tet. Can she come into her own power soon enough to help her friends that have given her freedom that she used to only dream about? Can she learn to love again despite her horrible past?
This is a very fast-paced read. There’s a lot of action, conflicts, and some romance thrown in there. It was hard for me to connect to Juliana because of her abusive background. I imagine that this would be very triggering for people who do have that kind of history in their lives. I did feel like the author did a good job conveying the abuse, the emotions, and the fall out of said abuse. The story drew me in rather quickly and before I knew it, the book was over! Looking forward to book 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2022-07-08 11:42:492022-07-08 13:52:59Lost Soul (War of Destiny Series Book 1) by Theresa Van Spankeren- Review by Desiree Ottinger
This book finds Juliana’s story continuing 70 years after book 1. The Ka-Tet is still together, she and Adam are still together, and everything seems to be going strong. However, Valentino is determined to kill Samuel and the Resistance group. The Ka-Tet finds themselves caught between England and Spain’s political unrest and Valentino’s relentless attempts to end them. As the hits keep on coming, Juliana begins to hear a voice she hasn’t heard in a very long time. She wonders if she is slowly going crazy or if what the voice tells her is true of her. A shocking twist at the end of the book leaves her and the Ka-Tet reeling. Can they ever recover? Or has Valentino finally beaten them all?
This was fast paced for a second book in a series! Usually, second books are more filling in information that the first book only touched on. The author did an excellent job of balancing both the information side and the action side to the story. I am truly hoping book three sorts out all the unexpected twists this book dealt out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2022-07-08 11:19:272022-07-08 13:52:38Pursuit into Darkness (War of Destiny Book 2) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Desiree Ottinger
This is a book for the romantic at heart for sure. Sometimes it seems as though each pair of characters should have their own book rather than all being done in one book. That would give more time to develop the stories a bit more but instead they are like snapshots of people’s lives as they find the right book and start a new chapter in their lives.
Leona, our bookstore connoisseur, has a knack for finding everyone just the right book and giving a little extra push to find their happily ever after even if they were not necessarily looking. When Sadie comes in looking for the perfect Christmas romance, Leona points her in the right direction where she then bumps into Charlie. After both have found their books they pay and leave only to discover later that Leona switched their bags. Now the hunt is on to find each other and return the books to their rightful owners. However, things do not always go to plan, can Sadie have a Christmas romance all her own with Charlie?
Then there is Fiona who comes to town and runs across Leona. Leona discovers Fiona’s ex Price is also in town and though things didn’t work in the past it is clear there is still something there. Will sparks fly as Fiona and Price meet again with differing happenstance? Or is the past too much to move past?
Leona who has an easy time pointing others in the right direction and with just enough meddling helps them find their happily ever afters just cannot seem to find her own Mr. Right. Add to that problems with the bookstore and it all seems to be too much. Enter Jon, a local handyman available to help put the bookstore back to rights again. They both feel the attraction but Leona is certainly conflicted as Jon comes with two little tagalongs. Is Leona ready to not only manage the bookstore but a romance and a family at the same time?
This is definitely a cutesy romance novel that is simply an enjoyable read. I would have liked this to be a series so we could take a deeper dive into the characters and their lives instead of being little snippets of time. Overall I enjoyed this book and it would make a great beach read for anyone looking for a chance to escape and read about happily ever afters.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Vanessa Wattshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngVanessa Watts2022-07-08 10:59:562022-07-08 13:52:07The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Vanessa Watts
Not my kind of book but I’ll still give it 3 stars because it’s NOT terrible. Quick and fast read for me. Has great potential and there’s a book out there for everyone. So still give it a shot and don’t judge the book based from my words. Could use more details regarding the story or even the characters. Reading about corries dad, makes me extremely sad though. Being injured after a accident and not being to do what he used too? It’s not fair and breaks my heart. But In no way am I bashing the author or even this book…but definitely different than what I’m used to reading. Im not a religious person so this is first book I’ve read that, that’s got that in it. Im not sure if the author has other books but I’ll still read them if so 🙂
The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie . This is a fun little romance. Leona owns The Happily Ever After Bookstore and her goal is to match people with books and people! She has enjoyed matchmaking people by swapping their books when they check out and the directing them to meet each other to get their correct books. Charlie and Sadie even end up getting married after her set up. Now she is working on Fiona and Price who are married but about to split up. She is trying to reignite their love story. Leona has always been in love with her bookstore so she hasn’t really worried about her own love life until the shop is in need of repairs. When Jon shows up to work on the shop Leona is interested but Jon comes with baggage. His children and Leona isn’t sure about that. Also Jon has been hurt pretty bad in the past. Will he be able to trust again. This is such a fun little book where three different stories are interspersed and make for a great read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2022-07-08 10:37:082022-07-08 13:51:19The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tausha Treadway
Truth be told – I liked this more than was expected. Serendipity? Fate? Worlds coming together at the least expected time? Love? Books? Yep, this story has it all. Ellen and Charlie – a love story told over and over, ending up in a book. Sadie and Young Charlie – it was kismet when they met in the bookstore. With a little help from Leona, they fall for each other hard and fast. Then came Fiona… divorcee, author, cynic. Finding Price after so many years apart. And Leona? Bookstore owner. Fixing the pipes in her building, she meets Jon – who brings with him a secret. Yes, this story is full of happily ever afters. A sweet story to read on a nice summer day or at the beach.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2022-07-08 09:38:462022-07-08 13:50:57The Happily Ever After Bookstore by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tanya Wall, July 2022
‘The Cool Thing’ is one of the most unique books I’ve ever read. There’s a little bit of everything in it. It’s a reading smorgasbord for your mind. The characters are quirky and unique. There’s a little comedy, a little science fiction/fantasy, a little romance, and even some horror. I found myself chuckling as I read through the story. You will feel so many things as you read. The story is broken up and told in chapters. This works great because each chapter seems to be a POV for each person. An entertaining story for those that like dark comedy with a touch of everything.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-07-08 09:37:522022-07-08 13:47:11The Cool Thing: A Dark Comedy. Or Not. by Robert Rife – Review by Shelly Kittell
Body Checked: A Frenemies-to-Lovers Hockey Romance (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2)
I think I may have fallen a little harder for Bridger in this book. We knew him as the goofy, hot hockey player and thankfully we still get that side of him. We also get the time to grow up and do my job side. He is definitely in my top 10 of Book Boyfriends for now.
Tia is exactly what Bridger needs. She has her head on, but isn’t too serious and knows how to have fun. I loved her in the first book, but I might have developed a little crush on her. I would love to have her as a friend.
Bridger is finally growing up and takes his job as enforcer seriously on and off the ice. I really enjoyed watching both Tia and Bridger grow as individuals and there was more than a few laughs at comments made.
I have quickly fallen in love with this series and author. I can’t wait to see who Cupid’s next victim is.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Robin Rankinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRobin Rankin2022-07-08 09:17:282022-07-08 13:46:40Body Checked (Astoria Bay Thunder Book 2) by CJ Cartwright – Review by Robin Rankin
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