As I was reading, I felt like I was transported back into high school. Every whisper from classmates that makes you anxious and feel alone… The fear of looking up and making eye contact with anyone, so you keep your head down. But what happens when you do make eye contact with someone? A GORGEOUS someone? All the butterflies and feelings of new love… So intoxicating.
I read this book in just a few hours… It was so well-written and had some twists and turns I did not anticipate! Things DEFINITELY got steamy, but there was also so much love and friendship and growth in this story too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sara Granthamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSara Grantham2022-07-20 06:30:032022-07-21 07:01:11The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Sara Grantham
This is the first book I’ve read by this author but it won’t be the last. I could NOT put this book down!
I don’t even know what to say about Kat and TJ. No words I have will even come close to explaining how good this book is. I was skeptical at first but kept an open mind and I’m glad I did. What an emotional rollercoaster!
This book is so well written. The characters connection is so bone deep and woven into the story very well. I seriously am speechless. I highly recommend Kat and TJ’s story!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelina Frazzinihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngelina Frazzini2022-07-20 06:12:102022-07-21 06:56:29Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Angelina Frazzini
Oh my goodness! I read this , finished it , drowned myself in comfort food and Kleenex and then read it again !
I see a little of myself in TJ as in when I love I love hard and I love with everything and I’ll will do anything for those I love and sometimes that bites me in the rear but for most part people appreciate it anyhoo I was fortunate to find my soulmate and have been blessed and happily married for 20 years 😍
I don’t think Katrina would know what real love is even it came up to her and slapped her in the face , that is till TJ comes along and shows her what life and love can be like ….
There’s a “magicalness” to Katrina that draws me in and while I understand her fears and insecurities I just wanted to shake her and tell her to wake up to what is right in front of her ….
TJ teaches and coaches so that already says a lot of them man he is and his yearns for the family , home and white picket fence and it would seem that that’s in the pipeline with Katrina …. He’s a good , kind , patient and loving man with a really big heart and any woman would thank her lucky stars to have a man like him on her side ….
I really cried hard reading this . I saw and felt love , grace , hope , heartache, redemption and so much more . I felt complete when I finished it a second time round
An absolute privilege to have been able to read this ❣️📕
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What a fun read….filled with humor, this spooky romance will keep the audience entertained with all the mischief, from start to finish. Sort, easy read. Great overall book! I wasn’t sure about this genre originally, but I loved it and can’t wait to explore more. First read from author Kate Macinnis but won’t be my last. I’m going to go back and read book 1 ASAP. Morgan, a Detroit ER nurse that has psychic abilities following a brain aneurysm encounters many spirits who have yet to “cross over” at the hospital. I’m this cute story, Morgan has her hands full with Esmeralda—a guy obsessed, evil ghost, who is wrecking havoc throughout the hospital and interfering in Morgan’s personal life. Morgan finally reached out to Father Roberts for some spiritual cleansing , but can his holy ways rid the hospital (and Morgan) of the pesky Esmeralda?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christina Granhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristina Gran2022-07-20 04:48:102022-07-21 06:56:51Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Christina Gran
Katie finds her hometown friend’s wedding invitation buried under a stack of mail and makes the last-minute decision to escape her demanding job long enough to attend. She’s given little thought to being “minus a plus one” until the bride suggests she attends with another single. Anticipating polite conversation with a stranger over the plated entrée, Katie agrees… and finds herself face-to-face with her high school boyfriend, who she hasn’t seen since she dumped him after graduation.
Once a shy, gawky teenager, Chase has grown into a strong, handsome man. Yet he never escaped the heartache of Katie’s sharp rejection. For years, he’s distracted himself with work. Now, his time is filled with raising his nephew after his brother and sister-in-law died in a car accident. The last thing he needs is a painful reminder of the past. Yet, thanks to his cousin the bride, the two meet and realize the spark of attraction between them is still burning bright.
But Katie needs to return to her job, and Chase can’t uproot his orphaned nephew. Can the pair reconcile and build a future together?
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Jace has spent his entire life on the run from the Messengers, celestial beings from another realm who hunt his kind: Watchers, the fallen angels responsible for corrupting humanity … Then he meets Cyrus, the handsome Messenger with an easy smile who finally makes him want to stay in one place. The problem? Jace is the last descendant of the first disgraced Watcher, placing him just one rung below demons on the Messengers’ most-wanted list.
But Cyrus isn’t like other Messengers. He came to Sin City—the center of the angelic conflict—seeking peace, not more war. He doesn’t count on falling for the moody, dark-winged Watcher from the wrong side of town. Nor does he count on learning that his true enemy lurks closer than he ever imagined. As tensions rise between the celestial clans, will love or vengeance rule?
Romeo and Juliet gets a celestial spin (and a happier ending!) in this duology featuring forbidden love, a ride-or-die demon, a supernatural casino heist, bar brawls, and banter. Intended for readers ages 18+ and best enjoyed when read in the following order: Watcher (Book 1), Messenger (Book 2).
Note: This book ends on a soft cliffhanger and contains some sensitive content. Readers may wish to check the Author’s Note for details.
USA Today bestselling author A.L. Morrow is the (naughtier) alter ego of a young adult novelist. When she isn’t writing clean(ish) YA tales, “A” enjoys dreaming up steamy scenes and spectacular settings—often along with a touch of magic or myth. She believes that love is love and likes reading and writing various genres of romance.
In her downtime (what’s that?), A finds delight in scouring for secondhand designer fashions. She briefly lived in a haunted mansion, once took a flight to visit Scotland for a day, and is prone to meeting minor celebrities in random hotel elevators. She resides in the eastern US.
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Ella Anderson adores her niece. Despite struggling to make ends meet, accepting her dying sister’s request she raise Tessa as her own is a no brainer. Until she receives a summons from a legal goliath on behalf of a wealthy stranger claiming paternity and, potentially, custody of her child.
Jake Taylor has been ripped off one too many times. Yet the letter from a woman claiming his cousin fathered her child feels real. His aunt and uncle are desperate for a grandchild. When the child’s aunt shows up in his office in place of the child’s mother, he smells fraud.
Secrets and lies bubble to the surface, threatening Ella and Jake’s growing attraction. In a minefield of divided loyalties, can Ella trust Jake to make the right decision about custody of Tessa?
Australian Jennifer Raines writes contemporary romances set mainly in Australia, but not exclusively – think Malta, Finland, New Zealand or ?. A dreamer and an optimist, her stories are a delicious cocktail of mutual respect, passion and loyalty because she still believes in happily-ever-afters. Jennifer loves those days when words flow and the joy of writing makes the hard slog worthwhile. She’s always made up stories about strangers in the street, in a café or strolling through an airport terminal; finding inspiration in snippets of conversation, news items and the sheer puzzle of human interactions.
Jennifer is a member of Romance Writers of Australia and is a three-time finalist in the Emerald competition, 2017, 2018 (Taylor’s Law) and 2022. She’s a member of Romance Writers of New Zealand, winning the Pacific Hearts competition twice, including in 2019, with Grace Under Fire, the sequel to Taylor’s Law. She’s also a member of Romance Writers of America and has been a finalist in chapter competitions in 2019, 2020 and 2021 (Taylor’s Law).
Jennifer lives in inner-city Sydney, Australia, with the requisite number of partners (1) and animals (2). Her desk overlooks a park which nourishes her soul when she raises her head from her keyboard. She gets some of her best insights during long yin yoga poses or walking—anywhere. Jennifer adores historical romance but chose to write contemporary because she thought (wrongly) it needed less research.
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I love this book so much! I would give this book 10 stars if I could. Reading from the POV of Evan, who’s going through a lot emotionally, has me relate to him so much. And I love that it shows that men go though things too. They have bad days. They get emotional. They have panic attacks. They get paranoid and constantly think they’re doing something wrong. He’s a good looking, extremely nice man but he’s always doubting himself. He thinks he’s not good enough for anyone or anything. And I relate to that so much, so this book was such an amazing read. I read it so quickly too!! Evan and Callie, they’re cute af together. She’s so understanding and lifts him up so much, it makes my heart melt. Callie has been through some hard times too, but that doesn’t stop her from trying to make him feel better. And Evan is there for her as well. They’re great for each other! So much support and so much love. As for Callie and her sister Aviva…AMAZING relationship. I so badly wish I had that kind of relationship with mine. They’re always there for each other and it’s amazing. You don’t see family like that anymore. Can’t forget, the spice in this book was great as well! HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Sugarhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Sugar2022-07-19 23:01:432022-07-21 07:00:51Saved by Love (Bellevue Bullies Book 7) by Toni Aleo – Review by Ashley Sugar
Ok so I found this book and was in the mind set of branching out in my comfort zone of what I like to read. So I went in completely blind on this one all I knew was it was a Sci-fi Romance, and not my normal reading pleasure. But boy am I incredibly glad I took this leap of faith because this book had me completely captured from start to finish. Mia is a character that I will remember for a long time. Each character was so easy to connect with, them simply pull you into their world and you don’t want to leave. I’m so happy I found this author and can’t wait for more. Five huge stars and highly recommended.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Kearney2022-07-19 22:59:202022-07-21 07:00:28Castor’s Kiss (Soul Bonded in the Stars Book 2) by Tai James – Review by Katie Kearney
This was a great clean and easy romance, with a bit of suspense added in. Everyone in this story made it an exciting read for sure. It’s on the shorter side and while that didn’t hinder the storyline in any way I just find myself wanting more time with Levi and Bella simply because I liked their story. I’m definitely excited to read more about this family. It’s got everything you need in a romantic suspense type story and characters that are so easy to connect with. Well written and paced nicely even with it being shorter it’s in no way rushed or lacking anything. Four big stars and highly recommended. Excited to read more!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Katie Kearneyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKatie Kearney2022-07-19 22:52:592022-07-21 07:00:09Levi (The Brothers of Creekside Ranch Book 1) by Edith Mackenzie Review by Katie Kearney
This book had me all of the place. I couldn’t figure out what was happening between Kat and TJ but I was liking it.
Kat had a lot of changes happen over a very short period of time and I think she handled it amazingly well. Until she didn’t and couldn’t figure out what was happening.
TJ went to do his Aunt a favor and his world changed in the best possible. I may have started crushing on him as the story went on. Nothing hotter than a guy who will step up and help raise a child that isn’t his biologically.
I was lucky enough to find my own TJ when my daughter was little and sometimes don’t appreciate enough all he went through to adjust to no only be a spouse but also a Daddy.
This book was worth every single second I spent reading it. I really liked all of the major characters and most of the secondary. I will be looking to get caught up on the other books by this author.
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 Rankin2022-07-19 22:37:412022-07-21 06:59:49Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Robin Rankin
As far as I can recall this is my first book by this author. When I read the title, it caught my interest. Then the blurb cemented the need to read. Kage was highly entertaining. While Sydney is everything I love in a lead female. This book had me feeling all kinds of emotions. I was pulled in immediately and loved every second. I was honestly sad when I read the last sentence. The chemistry between the two was on fire. This will be a book I will return to in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Dayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Day2022-07-19 22:32:222022-07-21 06:59:30Truth or Kill (Twisted Legends Collection Book 1) by A.C. Kramer – Review by Amber Day
Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck packs an emotional wallop that really tugged on my heartstrings. It is a small-town contemporary romance, which is inspired by true events. The story touches on subjects that may be considered sensitive to some readers- but was done honestly and realistically. It is told from a duel POV which balances the story while giving the reader a great perspective of events. Ms. Beck has woven her story with so much heart and soul. She has crafted some very realistic characters, who have been well developed with their own personalities, quirks, and flaws. It was easy to feel for them and what they were going through. Investing in them and their story wasn’t hard- I was all-in. Ms. Beck proves once again to be a great storyteller, constructing a plot full of complexities, connection, struggles, secrets, confusion, angst, discovery, drama, fate, chemistry, tenderness, understanding, sizzle, and romance. A sweet story! Happy Reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2022-07-19 22:31:032022-07-21 06:59:11Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Angela Hayes
This is my first book by book by this author, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I quickly devoured the words. Tj and Kat are perfect for each other. The story was both original and delightful. The chemistry between TJ and Kat was perfect. The emotions that this book caused me were just what I needed. I would definitely recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Dayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Day2022-07-19 22:15:442022-07-21 06:58:52Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Amber Day
This book was a super fun read! I dug right into it after finishing book one. I love the story line between the hospital employees, the tight knit crew, the patients, and the extra visitors at the nurse’s house! The story is super easy to read, and there are plenty of characters to fall in love with. I love how the villain of this story is so demented and sick that she is just doing all kinds of bad things to patients in comas, and those alive as well. I don’t want to give the story away but I was not ready for the ending. I will be reading the next book in the series! This was a nice, weird, light hearted series to dig into.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Phillipshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Phillips2022-07-19 21:26:202022-07-21 06:57:28Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Ashley McMillon
This sweet and intriguing story really has it all, I was half way done with the book before I came to first stopping point and felt like I had only read for twenty minutes. The characters are just simply amazing, sweet, and so realistic that you feel every emotion they are going through. Full of great characters, a small town, love and more this unique story is so good I might just reread it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Corbinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Corbin2022-07-19 20:19:422022-07-21 06:56:50Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by stephanie nicole
Key to His Heart is an emotional read. It is told from a dual point of view through the eyes of TJ and Katrina. The story is sweet and touching. I enjoyed getting the story from both of the main characters. It was great to see how the same story is seen through the eyes of the different characters. Love stories often deal with the situation’s timing, which this one also did. I enjoyed that the story was not outlandish or off the rails with unrealistic scenarios. I haven’t read much from this author, but I look forward to reading more from her in the future. This is a great read to grab if you need some realism and a HEA.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sheri Schraderhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSheri Schrader2022-07-19 18:56:162022-07-21 06:53:24Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Sheri Schrader
This was a very interesting read for my first book written by this author. This is a contemporary romance with unconditional love is tested when devastating truths are revealed. The characters are great and well written.
Katrina has secrets. She wasn’t prepared for sparks to fly, filling my life with endless love, comfort, and safety. TJ, Toby, and I are inseparable, like a genuine family. She thought it was long gone. After confessing her love to TJ, she tumbles into a black hole of hell. Her perfect façade begins to crumble, and she can’t mask it anymore. Now that TJ seethe real her will he leave her or stay and fight by her side? TJ bursts through a stranger’s door, Katrina and her newborn son, Toby, are pushed into his life. His hopeful soul whispers to him that they are meant to be together. But can he trust himself? Can Katrina believe that someone could love her? Can TJ prove his love for Katrina? Will she end up alone and broken or will she have a happily ever after?
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This book was truly phenomenal. What an emotional rollercoaster this was! Katrina, Tj, and Toby were characters you couldn’t help but fall in love with and they made the story so exceptional. To say I felt every emotion is an understatement, I bawled, felt their joy, and every possible feeling in between! As a single mom who found someone to share their life and the heavy load with, I can honestly say this captured that soooo well! Kristina Beck did an incredible job writing a story that felt so much like I’m sure so many’s real lives. An exceptional read that brings a realistic quality to the fiction romance novels!
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 McCoy2022-07-19 18:05:242022-07-21 06:51:32Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by April McCoy
The second book in the Soul Bonded series is Castor’s Kiss. This book is a Sci-Fi and Romance all rolled up into one. Tai James ability to draw me to this book with her storytelling ability. She has just the right amount of Sci-Fi, romance, and adventure to keep the story moving. Her characters are fully developed and complicated. This is Mia’s story. She has been kidnapped and has to fight to the death. She is put into an arena where she has become the crowd’s favorite brawler. Castor is on a mission to rescue Mia. Will Castor complete the mission? Will Castor and Mia have a future with each other? I highly recommend this book if you are looking for some action and adventure.
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Oh, my goodness this story is so good. If you like to read about insta-love and soul mates with a little mystery added in, then this is definitely the book for you!
Main character, Katrina, discovers many things about herself throughout this story. One thing she discovers is how strong she is with the birth of her son, Toby. Main character, TJ, also learns a few things about himself. He learns to trust the process.
Katrina and TJ meet under strenuous circumstances and feel a connection immediately. But since both have had their hearts broken, they are leery about taking a chance on romance, even though the attraction and pull to each other is so strong.
Katrina has a few secrets that she isn’t so sure TJ can handle. And she can’t handle TJ leaving her. But her secrets are slowing killing her and those she loves. TJ knows something is going on with Katrina, but he doesn’t know how to help her, especially since she isn’t sharing her problems with him.
This story teaches the main characters and the reader to trust the process, seek help, and know that everyone is suffering from something. We are ok. You are ok.
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 Fowler2022-07-19 17:37:412022-07-21 06:48:04Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Shannon Fowler
This book was a great page turner I read it in 2 days! The connection an attraction between Seth and Jess is amazing! As partners an a growing hot relationship! This book provides a great streamy romance, suspense and even some comical moments. It definitely kept my interest.
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 Mitchell2022-07-19 17:11:392022-07-21 06:45:46The Detail by Dana Wayne – Review by Dawn Mitchell
This was such a great read! I was completely captivated, finding myself waking up earlier in the morning than my alarm to read it before going to work! This book encompasses two individuals, Katrina and TJ. Katrina has relocated to a different town after going through a nasty divorce and being 8 months pregnant. TJ is a retired famous football player who helps his parents out in the family store. When these two collide, sparks fly, and they cannot stand to be apart from one another! There are some crazy instances that are the driving forces that are pulling them together and the way that was written was one of a kind and just so brilliant. The way the author wrote this book, the ideas, wording and details was phenomenal! I cannot wait to read more of her books!!
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I was completely and utterly drawn in by this story from the moment I started reading. I loved getting lost in these characters, their journey just felt so real and emotional. I really felt like I was taken along for their development and growth and couldn’t wait to see how they would end up. I thought the story was just fantastic! Utterly was compelling and emotional, fitting perfectly with the characters the author has created. Although I have read other books by this author this one is definitely my favourite.
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 Baker2022-07-19 15:05:282022-07-21 06:41:38Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Kerry Baker
I’ve read the first part of this series and instantly fell in love with it. It’s no different with this part. This part draws you deeper into the story as you figure out who Nurse Morgan is outside of her paranormal powers but are introduced to other characters as well. Watch this story unwind in the land of the living and on the other side as you indulge in this page turner! Enjoy and pick up this great read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2022-07-19 14:47:052022-07-21 06:39:14Distant Memories (Nurse Morgan Series Book 2) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Faith Jackson
I enjoyed reading this romance story. This is a well written story that had me coming back for more. I enjoyed how the author used her writing skills to make the story come to life. This is a story that could cause triggers in parts but if you can get past those you will find a story that will tick all the boxes. This is a story about an ex-football player and a single parent who needs more confidence in herself. One risks their heart to be shattered and the other holds the key to opening the heart. These are great characters that I enjoyed watching their growth. They have great chemistry and support each other. They made the story for me for sure. This is a fast paced, engaging story that is hard to put down. I found this story to be easy to read and entertaining. It filled my afternoon with romance and a great story. I really enjoyed this story and I highly recommend it.
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 Wagner2022-07-19 14:30:042022-07-21 06:38:12Key to His Heart by Kristina Beck – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Holly is in a new school, surrounded by new people, and she is determined to fit in. Then she sees Nathan; messy hair, devastatingly handsome, but definitely in the popular crowd, would he even look her way— but wait he’s a big jerk, does Holly even want him LOOKING her way… After witnessing Nathan’s secret, Holly becomes a constant in his life, can a relationship be built on lies? This novel is tragic and emotional but full of hope and love, a great read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dessalynn Acostahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDessalynn Acosta2022-07-19 13:39:412022-07-19 14:18:49The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent- Review by Dessalynn Acosta
Nathan is popular, drop dead gorgeous and part of the group of popular kids in high school. The girls drool over him and want to be with him, and the boys want to be him. Nathan seemingly has it all but he’s harboring a deep, dark secret that could destroy everything he has worked so hard for. He is so terrified of having his secret discovered that he has built up lie after lie to protect himself. He bullies and torments anyone that is less popular than he is and keeps everyone at a distance so he can keep his secret from being discovered.
Holly has just started attending Nathan’s high school and is determined to be one of the popular kids so she can fit in. On her first day of school Holly approaches Nathan and the rest of the popular kids and asks them if she can sit with them at their table for lunch. She is instantly shot down, mocked, and left to feel inferior. Naturally after treatment like that from Nathan and his friends Holly is disgusted when her and Nathan end up as lab partners. Although she finds Nathan to be gorgeous, she also knows how much of a jerk he is and wants nothing to do with him.
When Holly accidentally discovers Nathan’s secret everything changes. Nathan decides the best way to handle the situation is to pretend to like Holly and ask her out. As both Holly and Nathan get to know one another better they fall deeply in love. When Holly finds out their relationship is a sham and based on a lie she is devastated. When the web of lies start to unwind both Nathan and Holly’s lives are changed forever. Will Holly and Nathan ever be the same afterwards?
The characters of Holly and Nathan were wonderfully written. Both were typical teenagers battling all the typical drama that comes with high school. Holly was a true sweetheart who saw there was more to Nathan than he let on. Nathan acted like a jerk on the surface but that is not who he was nor who he wanted to be. It was all an act to protect himself and enable him to navigate his way through high school. This book was wonderfully written and described very well the cliques, the bullies, the mean girls, the jealousy and all the rest of the teen drama that comes with high school. High school can be traumatizing, and a great deal of importance is placed on fitting in.
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 Barnes2022-07-19 13:20:072022-07-19 14:18:13The Lie That Binds by Amy Argent – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Holly is the new girl in school, she has been here before and she is hoping that she won’t have to be here again, but she decides that this time will be different, this time, she will be one of the popular kids, this time, she won’t be an outcast, so apart from the usual first day jitters when she has to introduce herself to each of her classes, but there is one thing she doesn’t expect and that is how gorgeous one of the popular kids is. One lunch, Holly finally decides to try her luck at the popular table, but as usual, it backfires and she is back to being the pariah, back to being insulted and terrorized by the popular kids as they bully her again, so she again gravitates to the outcasts who she knows will take her in and become the friends she needs and wants.
As the days pass and the novelty of being the new girl wears off, all she has to do now is not freak out every time she sits with her chemistry lab partner, who just happens to be the gorgeous popular guy who is one of the main bully’s in the school, but sometimes when he thinks nobody sees, flashes of what lies behind the façade show through, but it isn’t until her friend is the target of a malicious prank that she sees just what he is hiding.
Holly discovers the lie which this person has been hiding behind, she discovers just what they have worked so hard to protect and she discovers just how terrified they are that people will discover just how scared they are that everyone will find out and what the consequences of that would be. This lie binds Holly and her lab partner together, but what lengths they will go to keep this lie intact? This is an intense contemporary romance which deals with some hard hitting subjects and will leave you hooked as you follow along on the journey one lie can take someone on and how it affects everyone who comes into contact with it.
Oh, you can’t help but feel for Cam. Not to mention the others that are swept away via this whirlwind of a decision, change of lifestyle, and knowledge that those you are leaving behind, are those that you will never get to see again. I admire the writing style of this author, the research and information given through this story is well done, and you are bound to learn something while whipping through these pages. The character development, world building, and everything else you could possibly want made for a well polished story for the anyone that loves Dystopian adventures.
This is the first installment, and I have to tell you, I have the remaining four novels of this series already in my shopping cart, though, tempted to purchase the hard copies as I would love to have them on hand in my personal library to read over and over again and to lend to anyone who asks for a good recommendation. To read this series on the other side of our pandemic was a trip, and I am grateful that ours wasn’t nearly as severe as Cam’s world. Highly recommend, and very much look forward to reading the rest, well done!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00AimstoReadhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAimstoRead2022-07-19 11:21:052022-07-19 14:16:10Antipodes (Antipodes Book 1) by T.S. Simons – Review by Amy Brennan
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