This book was completely outside my normal genre of reading. I have to say, though, I was quite impressed with the writing, the characters, the feelings, and the overall storyline itself. Martin Ferguson did a fantastic job creating a new world of characters for us to dive into and love. Our main character, Alena, goes through an extremely traumatizing experience as a child. We learn about it rather quickly and then jump into the story years later after the Guild has raised her. She is fierce, determined, and has an air of mystery that I am looking forward to learning more about in the upcoming books of this series. There is a piece of her history that is missing, and I’m assuming that was on purpose to keep us hooked – well, it WORKED! I am ready for the next installment and cannot wait to see more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tamisha Janayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTamisha Janay2021-07-18 14:06:372021-07-19 12:01:45The Forsaken: Wraith by Martin Ferguson – Review by Tamisha Janay
This is a new author for me which I enjoyed reading . This is a suspenseful story about a serial killer who has been locked up for a long time but now new murders are popping up. Is this serial killer back? Did the detective make a mistake and the wrong person is locked up? Could there be a copycat? Andrew is the detective who worked this case. He has since retired, is now a drunk and has lost so much to this case. Does he have it in him to take this on again? He is a great, strong character that I felt for. The case took so much of him the first time and now he is facing unanswered questions that he needs answers too. He made the story fun and entertaining to read. This is a great story that I highly recommend reading. It is worth the pick up for sure.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2021-07-18 14:00:172021-07-19 12:01:26Azrael by Matthew Huntley – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This book was a wonderful read, and not just only for the story line. For the music, the scenery, the characters, and so much more. I enjoyed being apart of this book and I was truly captured instantly into the depth of the plot.
I loved reading a story as such as this. I am a Harp player, so this made me think back to happy times of playing the Harp with my grandfather. We always placed Celtic or Folk music.
To me all of the aspects that add to the plot were amazing, but truly the history lessons I received of the Gods truly fascinated me. I felt I knew a lot, but the more the story continued the more I learned and the more I intrigued. I know the next books in the series will more than likely educate me more and that’s more something I truly look forward to!
Saoirse is the main character whom has a special gift to play music. She receives some bad news that truly changes her life forever. Little did she know, fate had an upper hand in the dice it rolled, and her destiny was being set for her on the path she was always meant to walk.
Her adventure truly begins when she goes to visit a family member. I instantly was lot with happy feelings in the town of which her grandmother is residing. I loved the music they spoke of and there was many tales of the music and the joy and happiness the people of the town felt. I swear my heart was dancing with the folk of this beautiful happy town. I was under its spell truly at this point and I went down the path even more as the adventure was set out before me, and when she meets Smithy the story plot truly begins to unfold in ways I did not expect or anticipate and that made me fall in love even more!
Saoirse was a wonderful character to get to know and live in her shoes. She was quite relatable and a breath of fresh air. She had a gift within her. And she could weave music like a beautiful tidal wave. As well as that, for when fighting for what was in her heart, she was a fire that could not be tamed or put out. She was someone strong at heart and would not give up to the end no matter what costs. Even if it meant not being apart of this world anymore..it was a risk she was more willing to take as she knew what was on the line.
Saoirse and Smithy were meant to meet. And not just that their paths were planned basically from the rules of destiny to intertwine. The connection between them was not sheer luck, it was something that was always meant to be. When you know something as strong as that, you just know You don’t need to define those feelings. Some things don’t need a definition and this was one of those things.
As their time together went further down the tunnel…I was more and more captivated. The danger they were to embrace together. Knowing a lot was on the line. Knowing the consequences for the land their very feet walked on…they knew this was home and it was worth everything to them at all costs.
I will be happily awaiting for the second novel in this series. I was in love with every aspect of this book. It was a delightful treat that my common words can not express in simple writing.
I loved the book that this author, Kristin Gleeson, has written for her readers. She captivated me as if I was hearing a new song for the first time and my feet just went with the music.
Truly was happy I read this book and got to meet some new characters, I m going to be looking forward to know even more as the series progresses.
Amazing book, and its very easy to get lost into the story and lose track of the time in your every day life. No regrets here. Just sheer enjoyment!
Pick up this book and read it, I’m pretty sure you will love it as much as I did 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-07-18 13:58:452021-07-19 12:01:06AWAKENING THE GODS (RISE OF THE CELTIC GODS) by KRISTIN GLEESON – Review by Lorrene Huisman
This was my first read by this author, who certainly knew how to use words and how to play upon getting the readers eye and mind with characteristics, the characters looks, down to the undeniable chemistry between Poppy and Turner
I loved Poppy so freaking much. She reminded me of myself, a geek and dress attire was something I would totally do. And having a neighbor as hot as Turner…she certainly had a strong will as far as she made it I must say.
The scenes where they first talked before the BBQ, seriously the chemistry was leaping off the page and I wanted them just to give in so very much. The author knew what she was doing, she wanted us as the readers to wait in anticipation because we all knew it would be worth the wait in the end! And oh heck yes it was!
As the story progressed and the events that made Poppy insecure were also what bought them together knowing they had the real deal in the end. And lets not deny the amazing fun in the bedroom. They were both so likeable characters and both put on show that was steamy and I personally think all of us who read this book were left with our tails wagging.
Loved it. It was a short and hot read with lots of steam and feeling a little bit warm in here moments. I loved this first book in the series. I can not wait truly for the next one in the series. This is a great read to go at and read before bed especially if you have some time to yourself
And it wasn’t just the sexy aspects of the book I loved the two love interests and how well they meshed together. Truly enjoyed this book for everything it was 🙂
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-07-18 12:25:212021-07-19 12:00:33Sex on Fire (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Lorrene Huisman
I’m trying to rack my brain around when was the last time I picked up a book a poems that I wasn’t forced to read in school. How did I forget that I enjoyed them so much? Lines by Leon felt like I was reading someone’s true organic thoughts. I’m not going to line I reread some lines over and over just to truly take in what they were saying. This isn’t a happy love sick book of poems this is a raw emotion, tell us like it really is boom of poems. As an adult who struggles with my own demons and went to school for psychology to better understand my inner workings I want more on the Author and found myself scanning the internet for more of their words to digest. I loved the little drawings that accompanied the words, it was like peering even more in-depth into the authors brain.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Brasingtonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Brasington2021-07-18 11:12:142021-07-19 12:00:11Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens – Review by Megan Brasington
Well, Naomi Valkyrie has done it again. I have fallen so very much in love with this series. Each book yanks me in and this one is no exception. I’ve already grown to love the character Jezebel, as she makes an appearance in the other novels. So when I saw her name, I got excited. The new character that had to grow on me is Hadassah. She’s a low burn for me. She comes out hot but then slowly simmers into your heart. These two, coming together, made one hell of a story that I couldn’t put down! If you haven’t already dived head first into this series, I would highly recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Shalovelohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Shalovelo2021-07-18 09:00:172021-07-19 11:58:31A Cold Day In Hell (Life Is Hell Book 5) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Sara Shalovelo
Delilah Taylor falls head over heels in love with Claude de Lussan. Unfortunately, Claude has eyes for only one lady, her friend, Grace. Delilah finds herself being thrown in as the third wheel on lots of dates between Claude and Grace. That is until Grace is engaged to Claude’s brother. Delilah finds herself in the middle of a love triangle that can only end badly for all involved.
After a one-night stand with Claude, Delilah finds herself pregnant and married to the man of her dreams. Only this turns into her worst nightmare. Claude leaves her after finding out that Delilah knew that Grace was only with his brother to make Claude jealous. Claude leaves her and Delilah has to deal with a loss no one should have to bear on their own.
After two years apart, Claude comes to Lincolnshire as part of an off-season club for cricket. He and Delilah cross paths. Can the wrongs of the past be undone?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Doverhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Dover2021-07-18 08:00:592021-07-19 11:58:06STUMPED (TO LOVE A SPORTSMAN SERIES Book 2) by PAMELA Q. FERNANDES – Review by Ashley Dover
The first book in the Journeys Through series, James Talisman’s debut novel is very well written! Never before have I seen a debut author so expertly weave through multiple storylines, give such in depth descriptions of many characters, or catch my attention as quickly as he did in Journeys Through SpaceTime.
Whether you are reading about a sword masters’ son or ‘ordinary’ college student from Earth, James writes a novel that makes you feel as if you are right there along with the main characters as they travel through the MultiVerse on an epic adventure. James does a great job of explaining the MultiVerse to the reader, which is what drew me to the novel in the first place. I definitely recommend it to anyone who has enjoyed the recent Marvel productions, which has also played on the idea of there being a MultiVerse.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Kearney2021-07-18 06:46:332021-07-19 11:57:40Journeys Through SpaceTime (Journeys Through Book 1) by James Talisman – Review by Kayla Kearney
Sex On Fire: A Quickie Read by Ashley Bostock Five Stars
Sex On Fire: A Quickie Read is the first book in the Naughty Neighbor Series by Ashley Bostock. I love this book with its quirky characters. It only took about twenty minutes to read, short books with hot guys and sexy girls (not that Poppy knows it) are really nice after a long day at work. This book has just the right amount of sweetness and sexiness to lift my mood. I’m looking forward to the next book in this series! Review by @sunbarn
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sunday Barnabyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSunday Barnaby2021-07-18 06:27:132021-07-19 11:57:20Sex on Fire (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Sunday Barnaby
Hadassah is an angel sent to earth as a punishment. She is also Mal’s sister. She is a bit of an entitled brat determined to be a loner. Jezebel has been part of Mal’s family at Juniper Lake but prefers to be a loner due to buried secrets. Mal want’s Haddie to make friends with his family. She decides since Bel is a loner also that she will try her. These two are kind of like a comedy team. Rebellious, courageous and quite sassy, you will find yourself rooting for these two to come together. Thought a quick read, the growth that Haddie makes from start to finish is so big that you share tears of joy. When Bel is taken by Devland, Haddie requests her powers back from Heaven. They make her choose between Heaven or Earth. She chose Earth because helping Jezebel was important. She wouldn’t have done that at the beginning. The rescue of Bel takes Haddie on the adventure of a lifetime but it so worth it for the love of a lifetime.
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 Kittell2021-07-18 06:22:322021-07-19 11:56:55A Cold Day In Hell (Life Is Hell Book 5) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Shelly Kittell
This is a beautifully written holiday romance. The author does an amazing job with the characters, making you totally invested in their life and happiness from the beginning. You learn about the characters past which affect their present so they become more like human beings instead of a made up character.
Holly comes across as a hard women. She has a dislike for Christmas and also for people in general. Since losing her dad she has closed herself off from the world and fear rules her life. However that changes when she meets Blake.
Blake is a former Olympic snowboard winner. However his life gets turned upside down when he loses his leg due to cancer. He now has to learn to live again and find his place in the world. The attraction between Holly and Blake is instant however they both have trouble overcoming their fears. Can they overcome things together? Will Blake be able to bring Holly back to life? Will Holly be able to help and support Blake in following his dreams and returning to the slopes as a winner?
The Dream Catchers by J.U. Menon is the first book in the PRESTORIA Series. But this older children’s tale is an adventure, filled with thrills and spills, mystery and fun and filled with stuff that nightmares are made of. JU has crafted a narrative that is imaginative and delightful and easily imagined. JU has written a story enmeshed with Indian myths and folklore along with messages of family values and friendship.
Grab a copy and follow along with Radhika and the Dream Catchers to uncover the mystery before the dawn.
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 Bishop2021-07-18 01:14:452021-07-19 11:04:52The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Jenni Bishop
In “The Myder Bird Tattoos”, Elf has a lot of adversity to face. This book was amazing and well written. The author captured me well within the first few pages of the book. Not only is this book a page turner, it is also nice and laid out with plenty of climax points. I love the relationship that Elf aka Fern starts building in the book with other races and as she starts to question everything she was ever taught. She is resilient and takes everything in strides and embodies leadership with grace. There are no boring parts that I felt the need to skip through as I have other books previously by other authors. This author is well spoken and embodies speech as though it was a canvas painting. You could play this out in your head and watch the scenes as you read them. I will definitely be reading the next book as the author left off for another book in very end.
Wow, I was hooked from the first page. Something about this author’s writing style just grips me. I loved the world she built. It’s very different, but still has a fantastical feel that reminds you of other stories in the fantasy genre. Elfern, an Ellysian royal, has been in the background and invisible really to everyone including her family. You will love getting to know her, and trust me, you will be rooting for her too. I also loved the Cadians – the other race of people. They reminded me of hobbits with their love of family and theatrics. I will definitely be watching for more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tina Vegahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTina Vega2021-07-17 22:27:522021-07-19 11:02:09The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Tina Vega
The synopsis gives a brief tale of adventure in a fantasy world that has multiple twists of fate. Inter-racial tensions, politics, assassination, drama, discrimination, oh my! This book is full of action and suspense; with a fantastic plotline that twists and turns like the rollercoaster you feel you’re on.
It took me a few tries to get into the book, but I am glad I ended up reading it! Colbourn delivers a new world full of unique characters; you can’t help but get lost in reading wanting to know more.
This is my first read by this author, and it won’t be my last!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00S. Bittleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngS. Bittles2021-07-17 21:52:172021-07-19 11:01:30The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by S. Bittles
Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock does live up to its name. It is a very quick read.
Poppy is very shy and Turner is her very attractive neighbor. She keeps an eye on his comings and goings but isn’t brave enough to make the first move. Turner only has eyes for Poppy and wants to make her see that he only wants her. But some embarrassments are hard to overcome. Like setting a fence on fire.
I thought it was a cute, fun read. Personally, I would have liked a little more character development, but for a very short read, it was well written.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Phillipshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Phillips2021-07-17 21:50:402021-07-19 10:58:47Sex on Fire (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Jessica Phillips
This book is an inspiration for me. As a writer, I have a collection of poems and short stories , all scattered around . When I read this book, it was a sign . A sign to follow one’s heart (which is what the author did). Each short story and poem is heartfelt, the author touches on various topics which involve the environment and human emotions, which are so realistic. Every word you read, you feel, that it is written in such a simple well expressed language and you can connect easily to both the prose and poetry. I absolutely loved the book. And Leon Stevens, you are an inspiration.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anantha Rusumhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnantha Rusum2021-07-17 21:33:452021-07-19 10:58:03Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens – Review by Anantha Rusum
The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Krista Vaughan
I love, love, love this book! I read through this book so quickly that I was surprised and disappointed when it ended! The Ellisians and the Cadians have such a dynamic between them that it keeps the story going at a fantastic pace! The world building is amazing, the characters are in-depth and The story leaves you hoping there is another book in the series! Read this book, you won’t regret it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kricket4078https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKricket40782021-07-17 21:22:172021-07-19 10:55:57The Myder Bird Tattoo by Julia Colbourn – Review by Krista Vaughan
Check Out By Debra Parmley is a wonderful read filled with genuine, heart warming characters and the Author truly makes you feel like you really know them. This is the first book by Ms Parmley that I have read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. In fact the only thing I could possibly complain about is that it ended too soon! I can’t wait to see what lies ahead for the Bobbin Sisters in future books.
Betsy Bobbin is a cute, quiet librarian working in a job she truly loves with all her heart when she meets Gorgeous Nash Ware a Marine Veteran. At their first meeting Nash comes across as very gruff when the truth is, there is a wonderful caring man who is dealing with a lot under all that gruff. Betsy sees that and attraction builds between the two. Betsys sister Leann comes to visit but someone dangerous follows her and it becomes very obvious he means her serious harm. Betsy turns to Nash for help. It is through this dangerous time that their growing feelings will definitely be tested and they both need to decide if they are right for each other.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2021-07-17 20:45:242021-07-19 10:54:36Check Out ( The Bobbin Sisters Series Book 1) By Debra Parmley – Review by Jules Herbert
So typically I’m not a huge fan of poetry, but I really enjoyed reading this short book of prose by Leon Stevens. Some of them I didn’t quite understand (and that’s fine, I’ve never been great with deciphering the meaning of poetry) and others completely resonated with me. I think the two sections The Human Condition and People and Places contained my favorite pieces. I give this book 4 1/2 stars but I’m going to round up and say 5. I really did enjoy these pieces, so a big thanks to Stevens for allowing us the opportunity to read them.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2021-07-17 20:44:052021-07-19 10:54:12Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens – Review by Rachel Moss
Out of Time by Toni Denise was an awesome book! So well written with excellent flow. It was such a well rounded story! I truly could not put this book down and was well worth the read! Great job!!!
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 McCoy2021-07-17 20:26:092021-07-19 10:53:30Out of Time (Westbeach Series Book 4) by Toni Denise – Review by April McCoy
Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson was a short but impactful read. In 46 short pages I felt sorrow, joy, fear, happiness and so much more. Dr. Johnson shared journal entries from her family that began in the 1860s. In their stories, I was amazed by how much wasn’t taught in school and ended up finding myself looking up significant events that occurred. I hope to see more from her as I couldn’t put Manifested Dreams down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Glaspiehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Glaspie2021-07-17 20:20:422021-07-19 10:52:56Manifested Dreams by Dr. Yvonne Johnson – Review by Amanda Glaspie
Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock is exactly that a quick read but Oh boy is it a fun read with adorable characters!
Poppy is super sweet and super quiet while her Gorgeous neighbour Tucker is strong, confident and the focus of just about every female in the street. The thing Poppy doesn’t realise is that Tucker only has eyes for her and he has decided that he has played the friendly neighbour for long enough. He wants more and he wants it now.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2021-07-17 20:07:582021-07-19 10:52:09Sex on Fire: A Quickie Read (Naughty Neighbor Book 1) by Ashley Bostock – Review by Jules Herbert
The Monster That Ate My Mommy is a superbly written memoir by Jessica Aiken-Hall describing years of horrific abuse at the hands of those that were supposed to love her. In her memoir Jessica speaks very openly and honestly about the abuse she suffered at the hands of many throughout her life. Her abuse started at an early age by a mother who was incapable of loving Jessica. The abuse she suffered at home left her feeling unwanted and as though there was something wrong with her that she was unworthy of being loved. If her own mother could not love her, then nobody else could either.
The Monster that Ate My mommy resonated deeply with me as I, too, am a survivor of domestic abuse. I understand all too well the feelings of being unloved, unwanted, and undeserving of love. I also appreciate how difficult it is to tell one’s story for fear of rejection or worse, not being believed. I know that it must have taken a great deal of courage and strength for Jessica to share such a heart-wrenching story. As common as domestic abuse is, many women are not brave enough to share their story, while others tragically do not survive. I know that many people may not understand why someone would stay and continue to be abused by their spouse or partner and they feel that it is as simple as just walking away. Unfortunately, it is not as simple as just choosing to leave.
Domestic abuse is complex in that it is not as easy as just walking away from your abuser. You choose to stay for a multitude of reasons. You love them. You believe their promises. You hope that they change. You feel unworthy of love. You feel scared, isolated, and alone. You feel vulnerable. Years of mental abuse leaves you feeling as though the abuse is your fault and that you deserve it. I could go on and on with the numerous reasons one might stay with their abuser. Sadly, the reasons for staying are complex and not easily understood unless you have experienced something similar.
Jessica is a true survivor in every sense of the word. Even at her darkest moment she kept going and persevered. Thank you, Jessica Aiken-Hall, for your courage, your strength and for sharing your story. You are a true inspiration! I highly recommend this book! Please be advised that some scenes may be hard to read and may bring you to tears, so I recommend you have Kleenex on hand.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2021-07-17 19:50:202021-07-19 10:51:45The Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
I went into this blind as the cover and title caught my attention enough. This Wasnt what i expected as I really expected Brandon to be a jerk and not care about anything and he proved me way wrong. While a quick read i really enjoyed the story from beginning to end and would love to read other stories from the side characters.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lyndsey Fairleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLyndsey Fairley2021-07-17 18:20:072021-07-17 18:20:07Confessions of a Sophomore Prankster (Frat house confessions) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Lyndsey Fairley
The Myder Bird Tattoo takes the reader to the realm of Arcadia, where things are unraveling fast after the assassination of the queen. When her daughters take over the throne of the female-led tribe, the youngest, Elfren, has no desire to rule. Instead, she tries to find a way to bridge the gap between her people and the other clans on Arcadia.
The Myder Bird Tattoo is the first fantasy novel I have read in a long time, and I am glad it was this one! The worlds created in this novel are incredible, and the characters seem to come to life. Filled with a little bit of everything–drama, political unrest, action, adventure, mystery, and more, The Myder Bird Tattoo has something for everyone. I am excited to continue reading the series! 4/5 stars!
What happens when your world comes crashing to a halt when a Olympic snowboarder is that distraction.
Holly has always worked hard at her job some people may call her a workaholic, but when she has time to relax she gets a fright of her life when in crashers a pain in bum.
Blake was an Olympic Snowboarder but when a bone disease takes that life away from him, he becomes more determined to find an adventure while he still can. When he literally runs into Holly can the chemistry they feel be the final adventure or will they end up hating each other.
I loved this story from the first word to the last, the chemistry between these two characters just comes off the page and loved also the love/hate relationship was brilliant build within the story. The story was well written and created a great world around the main characters. This is not the first book I have read by this wonderful author and this will not be the last.
Reviewed by Angela Shirley
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 Shirley2021-07-17 17:56:162021-07-19 10:47:24Snowflakes and Holly (Hartwood Holiday Romance) by Jae Dawson – Review by Angela Shirley
Lillian Ross has been silent for years regarding the horrific crimes she was convicted of committing. But she is finally ready to tell her story–but only to true crime writer, Allison McKinnon. Allison is used to writing about the victims–the aftermath, their families, and how they survive. She is drawn to Lilian’s story, however, and agrees to be her voice.
SPECTACULAR! The Murders of Lillian Ross reads like a true crime novel–including excerpts from police interviews, the trial, and interrogations. The story draws the reader in from page 1 and doesn’t let go! The emotions the story elicits, the trials that both Lillian and Allision confront from their past, and the magnificent writing style combine to make a 5 star read. Highly recommend!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kayla Bullockhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKayla Bullock2021-07-17 17:50:252021-07-19 10:46:39The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik – Review by Kayla Bullock
This book was written so powerfully. It is NOT for the faint of heart. It touches a lot of “taboo” subjects like abuse, rape, prostitution, as well as suicidal thoughts in graphic detail. You can tell that Sirena Van Schaik is writing from the heart and from experience, making this novel even more heartbreakingly wonderful. Once started, I couldn’t put it down. As a survivor myself, I really felt connected to the main character, Allison. Sirena Van Schaik described everything perfectly.
It takes a different direction than most books which makes it very unique on it’s own. It circles around the life, both past and present, of a true crime author named Allison. Allison is writing her next book about Lillian Ross, Lillian is in prison for the murder of two men.
Once Allison meets with Lillian at the prison, she realizes that they both have a lot in common. This makes Allison’s past come up to haunt her. When Lillian was first convicted for the murders, she didn’t even try to fight the sentences. Years later, she gets in contact with Allison finally ready to talk about why she took the life of two men. It is a heartbreaking tale of a bad childhood, which led into a bad, if not worse adult hood, until she just broke.
Sirena Van Schaik was very good of getting into the mind of the murderer and why she did what she did. The author also had a very good balance of switching from past and present of both main characters as well as throwing in some scenes of the court case, evidence, etc. I would recommend this book who is looking for something real.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Santana Hickshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSantana Hicks2021-07-17 17:41:212021-07-19 10:45:45The Murders of Lillian Ross by Sirena Van Schaik – Review by Santana Hicks
A Cold day in Hell is the fifth book in the Life is Hell series by Naomi Valkyrie. The book focuses on two different point of views; Hadassah who is an angel sent to earth without powers, and on probation as a punishment. At first, she is very dislikable. She’s selfish, bratty and entitled. As the book progresses though so does her character, for the better with the help of the second main character, Jezebel.
Jezebel, a shifter, has been through hell and back. A necromancer by the name of Devland is after her. She thought she was safe living with a safehaven among other paranormal creatures. Until one day when she thinks she isn’t safe anymore. Deciding to run, bringing Hadassah along for the ride
I should disclose that I judged a book by its cover, but was not disappointed! When I saw the cover I didn’t realize this was the 5th book in the series. Even without reading the other books in the series, this book was great! It had all kinds of aspects that hold interest to me. Mystery, romance, drama, paranormal, magic, angels, demons, and even necromancy. It was all in all easy to understand, so I wasn’t confused as to what was going on around me.
Another big plus for me is that the book was LGBTQ friendly! There is a lot of same sex relationships going on in the background. Plus the two main characters, Hadassah and Jezebel have a will they won’t they vibe to their relationship.
I am definitely going to pick up the rest of the series!
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