Elan and Arwyn have been best friends since childhood. Recently they both begin to feel more for the other, but in order to preserve their friendship, each keeps it a secret from the other. Enter Hassan.
I really enjoyed this book and the characters. Elan and Arwyn’s interactions had me laughing, and even though this is a fated-mates book, I liked that the characters still got to know each other before they realized they were fated, and then still made an effort afterwards to continue getting to know each other.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katrinahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatrina2023-08-10 20:00:012023-08-16 14:09:54Love Bites More (The Darkness & Light Duology, and the Love Bites World) by TL Clark – Review by Katrina Evanochko
Definitely moved into my top 5 books of the year! I have loved every bit of reading this book and learned a little about myself while reading. I was also raised by my Gran and lost her a few years ago. Saying that I was flooded with a lot of emotions throughout this book. I cried and I laughed and did a little healing. The characters and story are so well written and thought out. I think it would make an excellent movie. I can absolutely recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Toni Sellershttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngToni Sellers2023-08-10 19:49:092023-08-16 14:09:48Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Toni Sellers
I feel like I’ve taken a walk back through time with this novel! I had so much fun reading about Blaine’s store with all her retro clothing, clothes, music, and more! It’s the kind of store I’d visit and spend hours in just remembering the “good ole days” of my childhood.
Blaine inherited this awesome store from her mother and she’s super proud of all her accomplishments with it. One day, JT, the hairstylist next door in the strip mall, comes to deliver some bad news though. The mall has been bought and is scheduled for demolition. Everyone must be out and there’s not much time.
Blaine, not one to back down from a challenge, makes a point to be present when the land developer crew walks through for a final inspection. Eric is in awe of her store but is really gunning for that title of partner in the family business. After meeting Blaine, Eric isn’t so sure about these plans now. Then Blaine issues a bet that Eric can’t pass up.
This is a fun read that transported me back in time, even if just for a few hours. I loved all the references to the time honored traditions of the 80’s and even had a few great memories myself reliving this fun era of time.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2023-08-10 16:46:072023-08-16 14:09:24Back to the 80s by S.E. Reichert and Kerrie Flanagan – Review by Julie Johnson
This is definitely one of my top 5 favorite books of the year so far! I did read this as a standalone as my first book by this author, and I feel like I followed along just fine because there is plenty of background given. I was so blown away by this book though, I am going back to pick up all the previous books related to this one and probably a few more because this author is AMAZING. The story flows flawlessly, the details are provided with such art that it paints a beautifully vivid picture, and you’re instantly transported to a completely different world. Do yourself a favor and pick up this magnificently spicy, fantasy love adventure, you won’t regret it!
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 Kern2023-08-10 16:24:532023-08-16 14:09:17Love Bites More (The Darkness & Light Duology, and the Love Bites World) by TL Clark – Review by Shannen Kern
This is part of the Darkness & Light Duology and the Love Bites series. I’ve not read any of the previous books but feel this is okay to read as a standalone as key information was given and the central story appeared unique to these characters.
If you are not into books which feature more than two people in a relationship, this is not the book for you.
I enjoyed the world which was built around the characters, it was easy to fall into alongside the characters. The characters themselves are well-constructed, the mannerisms matching the personalities and actions. They’re strong characters with possessive streaks in them and the added element of forbidden love heightens the chemistry between them.
I admit I was a little apprehensive prior to reading as sometimes the multi-way love dynamic can fall a bit flat, but it worked well here and you can’t help but root for their happiness.
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WOW!! This is my first book by this author, and what an intense way to dip my toe in! I didn’t even feel myself finding the groove of this book, I just dove right in, and the author swept me away immediately. I couldn’t put it down and found myself staying up late to see what happened next just to find myself twisting and turning in the story. The characters will have you at the edge of your seat, yelling at the book, and rolling your eyes all while tugging at your heartstrings. The amount of tension and chemistry in this story is astounding, and I thought it was written incredibly well to make you feel each of those emotions as your own. I won’t give anything away, but you will absolutely be clamoring for more from this author after finishing this book!
Pryderi, Elan and Arwyn have known each other their whole lives, they have grown up together and become Watchers together and keep their clan safe together, they also made an oath in their youth which at the time seemed the right thing to do, but as they have grown up, their feelings towards each other are no longer the same. Pryderi has found his soul mate and after coming back from his honeymoon, the three find that things aren’t the same between them, but they try and put that right by having a guys night in, complete with the illicit food, drink and music they have to keep hidden away, thanks to the clan not appreciating it.
Although they are both happy for Pryderi, Elan and Arwyn are struggling with their feelings for each other, they feel things which they shouldn’t and know it, but still they can’t bring themselves to do anything about it and risk hurting the other or their friendship, it is what they value above all else, but that is becoming harder to maintain and it is causing both of them to become antsy and withdrawn, this leads their friends to worry about them.
Meanwhile, Pryderi’s mate has travelled to another clan and has brought someone back with her, a new male from a widely different life and when he is introduced to theirs, it is a bit of a culture shock to say the least, not to mention that he has been used to hiding himself away in more ways than one. Elan is chosen to show him the ropes and slowly help him integrate into clan life, but neither can deny that they are attracted to the other and Arwyn is feeling a little left out, so he decides to spend some time with the exotic new male and again, the two cannot deny their attraction to each other and this complicates things.
Will Elan, Arwyn and this new spicy male finally bring down the barriers and allow them to experience the things they long for the most, or will those barriers break down and destroy the lives they have built for themselves forever? This is a fantasy romance with foul language and spicy content throughout which will leave you breathless as the thoughts and feelings whirling around these Elinefae and their way of life and leave you wanting to find out what happens next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2023-08-10 16:05:092023-08-16 14:08:51Love Bites More by T.L. Clark – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
Well this was an unexpected and emotional story. I went into this book expecting a fun and entertaining story (which we got) but I didn’t expect to be emotionally invested in the characters, specifically Liz, and her journey. I thought thr author navigated you through it brilliantly and it made me connect with the book even more. This is still a pretty new author to me but stories like this definitely make me want to read more. This was well written and fun and I enjoyed going along for the ride.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-08-10 15:53:002023-08-16 14:07:03Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Kerry Baker
This book is the fourth in the series but can easily be read as a standalone. This is a fun romance story of childhood friends and small towns. I though the main chataracters had a great chemistry between them. It was relatable and easy to connect with. I found their story amusing and enjoyed getting to know them. This author has created a strong series that is fun and interesting to read. Each book is different and thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to reading 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 Baker2023-08-10 15:46:082023-08-16 14:06:40Love Shots (Bluestone Series Book 4) by Isobel Reed – Review by Kerry Baker
I most prefer when a book series picks up right where it left off in the previous story, and Marked Wolf did just that. Picking up where Tamaska and Kodiak left off, Ms. Rose did a great job of taking the reader through the fear of dogs Tamaska has that inevitably will affect her future interactions with Kodiak. Also of note is the title, “Marked Wolf”; as we learn more about Tamaska and her connection to not only Kodiak and the wolves, but also why the vampires want her, specifically. The romance factor is good, Kodiak and Tamaska are both put into positions in which they have to choose the life they had or one together, and the action “scenes” are suspenseful- fun read, looking forward to reading book 3!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sharonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSharon2023-08-10 15:23:352023-08-16 14:06:33Marked Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 2) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Sharon Funkhouser
I really enjoyed this paranormal romance. This is part of a series, however it can be read as a standalone and the author does a great recap at the start of the book bringing the reader up to date with the characters that appear in this story. This is a male Triad story about fated mates. The men are strong and possessive and when they find their mates that increases. I love a story about fated mates where there is no choice but to acknowledge you are meant to be together.
Arwyn and Elan have been friends for years and made an agreement that there would never be anything more than friendship between them. However things start to change with their 3rd friend Pryderi finds his fated mate. Now it’s just the two of them they need to adjust to this new way of living along with the new feelings that are suddenly becoming harder and harder to fight and the pair find themselves struggling with this torture. When Keira comes back from an mission she brings another guy back with her. When it becomes clear that Hassan and Elan are fated mates it sends Arwyn into madness and a sense of grief as he feels he has lost his chance to be with the only man he’s ever wanted.
As the story progresses we see the bond between Hassan, Arwyn and Elan grow until they realise that they are all fated to be with each other and their triad is born. This is an emotional magical story about finding love and learning to follow your heart. This story is action packed and emotional as both Arwyn and Elan come to terms with their feelings for each other and for Hassan.
This is a magical read with Suspense, magic, kidnapping, angst, an emotional rollercaster and steam. The author does an amazing job of creating a unique world and a unique fated mate story. As a reader I was captivated by this story and I felt I knew the characters like friends. I shared all their laughter and tears and felt like I was willing them to find their happy ever after.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2023-08-10 07:27:062023-08-16 14:13:16Love Bites More (The Darkness & Light Duology, and the Love Bites World) by TL Clark – Review by Kerry Carr
Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady is a great sport romance.
Wyatt requires Serena’s clever PR skills, and he’s not above manipulating the payback. He’s even willing to overlook her prickly exterior in order to win her over. After all, she’s already acquainted with his brand of lunacy, and it doesn’t hurt that she’s attractive. Serena is determined to propel her career to new heights and become invaluable to the team—as soon as she overcomes a devious teammate. Helping Wyatt will simply divert her attention and energy away from her main purpose, but she can’t deny that more sizzles beneath his roguish smile. Serena slowly pulls back the layers to expose the true heart pulsing beneath the goalie gear.
Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a unique sports romance series. The story really brings excitement into your life. I couldn’t put the book down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shadel Ayerbehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShadel Ayerbe2023-08-10 02:17:512023-08-16 14:13:03Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Shadel Ayerbe
Taming Beckett (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 1) by G.K. Brady’s great romance series.
Beckett Miller’s hedonistic lifestyle has just been cooled. Following a high-profile fall from grace due to a drug scandal, the elderly pro hockey superstar is without a team, has been withdrawn from endorsements, and is absolutely bankrupt. Desperate to sell his house, the league’s bad boy is forced to work with a real estate agent with a dazzling smile and with whom he’d just made a tremendous fool of himself. Paige Anderson’s success in sales has not translated into relationships. Paige is going out all the stops to keep her marriage together as her husband grows more distant, and the last thing she wants is a scandal-plagued playboy athlete as a client. However, the hefty commission she’ll receive from the sale appears to be worthwhile.
Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a unique sports romance series. The story really brings excitement into your life. I couldn’t put the book down
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shadel Ayerbehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShadel Ayerbe2023-08-10 02:09:402023-08-16 14:12:57Taming Beckett (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 1) by G.K. Brady – Review by Shadel Ayerbe
I was so excited to get to read the latest story in this series. I love that they are all standalones, but if you can read them all and in order, it definitely is worth it! We find Master Campania working with the other Masters to deal with the rogues who are still causing trouble. He ends up meeting Willow, a witch just trying to live her life with some of her buddies and they end up having to work together. The chemistry between the two was electric and it was fantastic getting to see the reoccurring characters from other stories continue to be a part of the narrative, just enhances it. I loved how the characters interacted with one another and continued to build the relationships into the story. It was definitely full of action, adventure, and magic along with some very steamy scenes that you won’t be able to put down. I can’t wait for the final book and see the stunning conclusion!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Haller-Dorishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Haller-Doris2023-08-09 23:01:272023-08-16 14:12:43Master Campania (Masters of the Consulate Book 7) by Sylvia Black – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris
This is book # 3 in this series and I do highly recommend reading these books in order….this is a very good series. The author really captures the time period and I feel like I am part of it. Mystery, intrigue, secrets, romance and suspense all wrapped up in to a great story.
As Ciaran is settling he is ready to move on from his past. With twins on the way and Ciaran becoming a father, dreams are starting to plaque him. Imminent threat is upon him as his dreams show that Ruadhán is going to take his twins away…..will Ciaran be able to keep his family safe or will he be to late…
This is a very good continuation of the series..looking forward to more!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2023-08-09 22:10:132023-08-16 14:12:22The Cave of Rúin Ársa (The Cross of Ciaran Book 3) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
This was a great 5 star read. I have really enjoyed this series and family from the first generation. I was pulled in right from the beginning with the author’s writing. I was done before I knew it. I really enjoyed the characters and their story, Jude got my heart pretty much from the start. My emotions were all over the place, I will warn that there could be some triggers for some as well. This genre is one of my favorites and it definitely does not disappoint. This is the second book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. If you enjoy age gap romance with a dark side, 1-click and get started today. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Austinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Austin2023-08-09 22:00:302023-08-16 14:12:16Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Michelle Austin
The author takes readers back in time to senior year of high school. Readers get to experience the highs and lows of teen romance. The heroine is protecting her heart. At the same time, she is dishing out advice to her peers anonymously through the school newspaper’s advice column. The author’s characters must decide whether to take risks by trusting others, or to simply play it safe (and boring) by guarding their hearts.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Alison Risherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAlison Risher2023-08-09 21:55:422023-08-16 14:12:10Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Alison Risher
I have enjoyed other books in this series so it should come as no surprise that this one raises the bar a little bit more. I thought that creating an image for Wyatt that was anything close to loveable was going to be a challenge. Somehow the author not only carved him into a redeemable man but had me rooting for him! I love Serena’s character as she is strong but gracious. The chemistry flies off the pages eventually, but will it be enough? I recommend picking up any book in this series, but this one is absolutely a very enjoyable read!
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 Kern2023-08-09 20:59:222023-08-16 14:11:03Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Shannen Kern
I have read my fair share of sports romance books, but this one takes the cake! I happened to see the cover and grabbed a copy but wasn’t sure what I was getting into with this author as they are new to me. I’m so glad I took the chance because I was absolutely addicted to the story. Beckett starts off not so loveable and makes you wonder why he’s making these choices. Paige is oh-so-relatable, and I found myself invested in both of them rather quickly. The flow of the story is incredible, and it had me racing to the end of each page to figure out what was going to happen next. I highly recommend this book even if you aren’t a huge fan of sports romances because I think this one will catch you pleasantly off guard.
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 Kern2023-08-09 20:50:292023-08-16 14:10:56Taming Beckett (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 1) by G.K. Brady – Review by Shannen Kern
Reading this book and getting to know Pyper reminded me of my own thought process when I was in high school. The irony of it made me laugh so much. Pyper has a go-getter attitude when it comes to taking action but her activism efforts towards canceling prom has been declined. She also has a great relationship with her mother in which she shares everything going on in her life with her. It’s really nice to see a positive and healthy mother and teenage daughter relationship. Her mother appears to be Pyper’s voice of reason when it comes to her thought process and decisions with her current life standings. As the story proceeds, Pyper discovers that we may not know the right and wrong of everything going on in our lives and starts coming to terms with that aspect. Great concept for many teens to learn that it’s okay not knowing everything.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Ramoshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Ramos2023-08-09 19:40:262023-08-16 14:01:32Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Jennifer Ramos
I enjoyed Sage Advice. It’s a great read for young adults. I liked the family dynamic. I also thought Pyper was very mature but still teensy. Lots of lessons were taught in this story. I would recommend this for pre-teens and up!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2023-08-09 19:36:002023-08-16 14:01:20Sage Advice by Cori Cooper – Review by Amber Howard
Guarding the Crease: An Opposites Attract Romance (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9)
Serena and Wyatt couldn’t be more opposite. She is hard working career driven and he is a giant party boy who seems to be unable to stay out trouble which ends up costing him his job and hanging out with the owners son.
Wyatt was in the right place at the right time and that started a chain of events that slowly start to get his life on track.
I really enjoyed this book, there were so many little things that added to the characters and story and I couldn’t put it down. I hope I’m able to catch up with Wyatt, Serena & family some day.
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 Rankin2023-08-09 19:10:212023-08-16 14:01:07Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Robin Rankin
Wyatt Tompkins is a former NHL player who is trying to get back into the league by sucking up to the owner of his former teams son. Serena Lambert is the PR director for the team that Wyatt happens to run into at an event. He didn’t recognize her at first but he saves her life in the parking lot as she is being attacked. He had not set his mind on having her help him get back on the team. He is wanting her to help him clean up his image so that they feel he has changed his bad boy ways. Will she help him out after he saved her life or will she leave him hanging in the wind?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heather Knallshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeather Knalls2023-08-09 18:43:462023-08-16 14:00:47Guarding the Crease(The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady-Review by Heather Knalls
Cruel King was such an amazing story. Ava lives on an estate with her dad and brother due to her father being the estate’s manager. Due to growing up on this estate, she became close with the King family who owned the property. Mr. and Mrs. King had 5 sons. Theo King is Ava’s best friend. They had a special bond for basically her whole life. She got along with all the boys but one, Matthias King. Matthias is the oldest of the boys and always was mean to Ava. When she is 19, he still treats her the same way and she never understood why. One winter, there was a really bad storm and she gets stuck staying up at the main house, but the only King home is Matthias. He is very cruel to her and confronts him about it. However, after an incident, he is all of a sudden changing his tone. Let me just say they spend 2 days in absolute bliss, but when everyone returns, things change. Matthias and Ava have always been told to stay away from each other but they never knew why. Well, there is a lot of is a lot of miscommunication throughout the entire story which leads to most of the angst that we see occur. This story occurs over at least a 5 year period so many ups and downs. Will the two of them ever be able to be together with no one else or either of them get in the way of happiness? I really don’t know what to say about this story, without giving spoilers. I really enjoyed the entire book. While I am not big on miscommunication love stories, something felt different in this one. I loved all the characters, even Matthias who seems to be cruel and heartless. The development of his character is a beautiful one. The only thing that I would have liked better written were some of the intimacy scenes, but that is probably just a personal preference. I had many feelings as I read this book – the last handful of chapters I was crying. The plot definitely surprised me at times and that was refreshing.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-08-09 16:53:302023-08-16 13:59:58Cruel King by K.M. Scott – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
Shadowed Obsession is the first book in the series. The book will pull you in from the very first page to the last. This book was about romance and an dangerous stalker. The characters were well thought of. The plot of the story was great. Shadowed Obsession was a page turner for me. It also had me on edge wanting to know what happened next.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissa Finkhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa Fink2023-08-09 16:32:142023-08-16 13:59:52Shadowed Obsession (Shadow Defense Security Series Book 1) by Mavery Ellscott – Review by Melissa Fink
This is an enemies-to-lovers hockey romance. Wyatt Tompkins use to be a star goalie in the NHL. However, his bad-boy reputation has gotten him into more trouble than he can count. He is trying to make his way back onto the team, but in the process is keeping up his old ways. That is until he comes to a rescue of a woman being attacked. While he saves her, he realizes he knows her. Serena Lambert is the woman he comes to save, but he is also her worst nightmare because she is the head of his former hockey team’s PR. She was the one in charge of covering up all his indiscretions, so she is not fond of him. However, they start to help each other out – her teaching him better PR so he can get back on the team, and also through a “fake dating” experience, they actually start to get to know each other. She is surprised by the person he is and vice versa. Is there more there? Can she get over his Playboy background no matter what her feelings are? I enjoyed this story. There was great banter, movement of the plot, character development, and the ability to fall in love with the characters. I didn’t want to really give anything away, but I will say there is a lot of plot and character development. This is a quick-moving romance which I love. Serena is a great character, strong, intelligent, and open minded. Wyatt, while at the start you will think he is pig-headed, he actually becomes a really great character. His progress throughout the book was great. In the end, you can just feel the change and how much Serena means to him. There was even some spice, but nothing over the top.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-08-09 16:27:572023-08-16 13:59:46Guarding the Crease (The Playmakers Series Hockey Romances Book 9) by G.K. Brady – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
This book is a really great romance story with some complex and interesting characters. As the second book in the series it can be read as a standalone. I knew straight away that the book was going to be enjoyable but it was the characters that really drew me in. I loved their connection and how they had to navigate everything going on. The fit together well and made for a strong couple. The storyline was great to read. It fit the characters well and I became invested in what was happening. This author crafted a well written book that is easy to lose yourself in for an afternoon. I am looking forward to seeing what is next for this series.
Another enjoyable and engaging novel in this addictive series, I love being back with the Hawke family, and as usual I was hooked from page one. The storyline focuses on Jude and Angelina, who he can’t stop thinking about and who he’s in love with, however she’s off limits as she’s his best friends older sister, and a Hawke. This story took me on an emotional rollercoaster whilst Jude dealt with issues from his past, as well as being conflicted by his feelings for Angelina. Trusting anyone was difficult for Jude after years of living on the streets, and it was the Hawke’s who took him in and made him family. The descriptive narrative brought both the characters and the setting vividly to life, making me feel immersed in the billionaires world that the Hawke’s live in. I loved both Jude and Angelina and their chemistry sizzled off the page, however I liked how their relationship developed throughout the story and enjoyed the reverse age gap, older women theme. An entertaining read, and I can’t wait to be back with the Hawke’s in the next book, hopefully soon!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2023-08-09 16:21:152023-08-16 13:59:33Reticent Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 2) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Jennifer Gordon
This is the second book in the Sweet Valley series. I would recommend reading the first book prior to this one, but this one can be read as a standalone.
As with the first book, it’s well-written, this time told from both Katelyn and Grant’s perspectives. I enjoy this way of telling it as you get more insight into each of their lives and perspectives The writing flows well
Katelyn is a strong, determined character, tasked with helping Grant and his horse. Grant has had a traumatic past and that puts some believable challenges in the pair’s way, but I loved seeing the two of them develop as the story progressed. I loved the pair together and was emotionally invested in them from the start.
I can’t wait for another book in the series to be released!
Angelica was the quiet one in high school that only got attention when people wanted the answers or wanted someone to pick on. College helped Angelica blossom and become the strong and independent woman she is today. Imagine her surprise when a blast from the past shows up as the uncle of one of her students.
Chase is a playboy…he’s a one night and leave kind of man…and his nephew’s teacher is the next woman he has in his sights. However, not only is the situation a lot more complex than he thought it would be…he is learning that maybe he wants more than just one night. But, will Angelica believe him? Or did their complicated history cause them to fizzle out before they even got started?
This book really had me in the feels over the way Angelica was being treated in high school. But, her growth and strength is admirable. And, even Chase did some growing up in this story. These characters were entertaining to read. The story had drama, angst, passion…and even some suspense. Overall, another good book in this series that I will continue to recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rosanna Ingramhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRosanna Ingram2023-08-09 15:42:222023-08-16 14:04:13Regaining Integrity (Code of Honor Book 4) by Brooke May – Review by Rosanna Ingram
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