This book is a good way to teach kids about the loss of a pet. My own kids have gone through it and at the time, I didn’t really know how to help them. This author really helps to reach for the emotions that this subject entails. It’ll help a lot of young readers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angelahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela2023-09-18 15:39:322023-10-07 11:49:10Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Oscarand Emmy Series) by Terri Sabol – Review by Angela Plate, September 2023
I didn’t realise when starting this book it was a Lois Wickstrom one, but it didn’t take me long to figure it out. The writing style is so indicative of the fantastic writing I have come to expect from her. It is intended for a slightly older audience than some of her others books but it was just as imaginative and interesting. This is one that I haven’t yet read to my kids as they are a little young to understand it. However, this is one that I will be keeping in my back pocket for the second they are old enough to enjoy it and appreciate it. It took me no time at all to get through this book. It was full of interesting characters that added depth and complexity to the story. It was enjoyable and a brilliant read. This is a book that would appeal to all audiences.
This book is a great story with characters that really bring it to life. I instantly connected with them from the moment I started reading and they pulled me in to the story. I thought the author developed them both really well. You get to know them, their history and see how it influences their present. They are the sort of characters that you really get behind and will them to find their happy ending. The story is really well written. There was a lot going on and it definitely kept my interest the whole way through. This is the sort of book that you don’t realise just how much of it you have read because it is so easy to get caught up in. This was a great book to read and I would recommend anyone give it a try.
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 Baker2023-09-18 14:45:032023-10-07 11:48:57LIES – TRUTH – LOVE by Marina Hanna – Review by Kerry Baker
This was a great book for children to learn about the unfortunate parts of life. Oscar and Emmy are cats living with a sister and brother. They have another cat, Shadow, who comes and visits them. Because she visits so often, the family starts to feed her. One day, they noticed she wasn’t feeling well. They decide to take her to the vet and find out she has cancer. In the end, the family has to put the cat down. They each say their goodbyes and bring Shadow home to always have her near. At the end of the book, they talk about losing a pet and the rainbow bridge. I thought this was a great way to talk to children about the loss of a pet. It took a gentle, but honest approach to such a process.
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Oscar and Emmy are two feline siblings and since they made friends with a local stray car, Shadow, they have built a new routine around her visits when they play peekaboo through the window and meow at each other through the door at feeding time, but over time, they realise that something is wrong with Shadow.
At this point, they made sure their humans knew something was wrong and they decided to take her to the vet and see what is wrong, unfortunately, Shadow is very ill, and they have to have a talk about what to do and what is best for Shadow, but how will Oscar and Emmy feel about it and what will they all decide to do?
This is a very touching story which talks about a difficult and extremely sad topic in such a way that it encourages conversation, understanding and ways to cope when this happens in real life and one, I would highly recommend.
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 Lesieur2023-09-18 11:50:242023-10-07 11:47:53Oscar and Emmy Lose A Friend: A Story About Pet Loss And Saying Goodbye To A Furry Friend by Terri Sabol – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/194065396-cruel-hate” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Cruel Hate: A College Sports Romance (Hidden Valley Elite #5)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1690022630l/194065396._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/194065396-cruel-hate”>Cruel Hate: A College Sports Romance</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5850708846″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> Another completely grab them by the short and curlies and do not let them go until they have finished it book.<br />Deserving of 5 stars, Be prepared for a book hangover as it is impossible to put aside for long.<br />Phoenix and Aspen’s relationship continues to be a rollercoaster with emotions running high.<br />Can Phenonix do as his grandfather asks and go against his sense of worth, and can Aspen manage to juggle school, work and the pregnancy whilst battling her hot and cold attachment to Phoenix, and what is his twin up to.<br />I am stunned by the ending and really really cannot wait for the continuation. <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2023-09-18 11:42:492023-10-03 13:48:57Cruel Hate (Hidden Valley Elite Book 5) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
Shirl is a young girl who has made friends with an alien called Eee-ah who lives quite far away and she has decided to visit Earth and Shirl, but she still needed to give some directions. When Eee-ah arrived Shirl was very excited and asks to stay in her flying saucer with her, Eee-ah agreed but only if Shirl agreed to take her to school the next day.
The next day, Shirl arrives with Eee-ah and her friends are also excited and ask lots of questions, but before there were any answers, the school bell rang. This is where Eee-ah answered questions about where she lived, so she answered by drawing dots and joined them into images and this is where everyone learned about constellations!
This is a charming and informative story which talks about the differences between how we each see the world and how just because people aren’t all the same, does not mean that it is a bad thing, a must read for all little and large ones alike.
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 Lesieur2023-09-18 11:32:052023-10-07 11:47:40Rocketship Made Of Stars: Naming Of Constellations (I Am An Alien #2) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122944378-cruel-start” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1680522551l/122944378._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/122944378-cruel-start”>Cruel Start</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/23199631.Isla_Vaughn”>Isla Vaughn</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5850658851″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> This was a real grab ‘em and not let ‘em go read.<br />Starting the story of Phoenix and Aspen.<br />New girl, star of the diving team, cliff diver Aspen, is just wanting to keep her head down and get through college, and start her business, keep a low profile where her parents are concerned.<br />Phoenix the star of the football team is going pro, that’s the plan if he can keep his grades.<br />Not quite a full on bully romance, but a very on the edge of the genre book, teen pregnancy, hormones running high and behaviours running hot and cold.<br />I am jumping straight into the next book as it is a need to know situation<br /> <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2023-09-18 11:19:002023-10-03 13:48:15Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
This is the third book in this series and is one of my favorites. I highly suggest reading the previous two books in this series as they are just as great as this one. I enjoyed this author’s writing style and added to the entertainment value of the story. Details that give the story realistic feel and characters that pop off the pages and into your heart. This book is no different. This is a well written story that is fast paced, engaging and easy to read. A story where attraction between two people is so strong they find it hard to resist. Dakota and Annabelle are great characters that add so much to the story. They have great chemistry and I enjoyed watching their growth. They are strong, connectable characters that truly made the story for me. What happens between these two you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book and this author.
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 Wagner2023-09-18 10:56:002023-10-03 13:48:04Wild For Me (The Balefire Series Book 3) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This is the 3rd book in the Shadowstalker series. I do highly recommend reading theses book from the beginning so that you get a complete picture of the story, the characters and how they are entwined. The author has done an amazing job with this series. It is a magical adventure, full of danger, secrets, lies and connections i did not see coming. The characters are well written and both Rose and King Micah have their own battles they have to resolve as well as trying to work out their unique connection and what it all means. This story is full of moving parts and people so I definately recommend reading this series in order to get the full enjoyment. Reading it is like watching the characters playing a game of strategy but they don’t know who they are against or what their enemies are capable of which makes it harder to see the twists and turns coming. One thing for sure both Rose and King Micah have to make sacrifices to protect the people under their care but how big a sacrifice will surprise them both. This book ends on a cliff hanger so I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book. If you enjoy stories of multi layered lands, magic, danger, adventure, secrets and ancient clans then I definately suggest falling into this series.
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 Carr2023-09-18 09:31:222023-10-03 13:47:43Shadow’s Fall (Shadowstalker Series Book 3) by Natalie Johanson – Review by Kerry Carr
Man, this one showed a whole new side to Dakota. I had hoped for a little more to him. This was another entertaining installment in the Balefire series. I have certainly enjoyed the series. Dakota shows us a little bit of his other side. I enjoyed the writing in this one. I’m also spoiled because the author brings up a little about our local landmark, Red Rocks. It’s an entertaining, spicy, and romantic read that I highly recommend if you love rocker romance.
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 Kittell2023-09-18 09:01:072023-10-03 13:47:29Wild For Me (The Balefire Series Book 3) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Shelly Kittell
A fairly entertaining fantasy novel. I came into it here in the middle. I found it to contain lots of drama and adventure. Everyone seems to be adjusting to new roles. The writing is well-done. I was pulled in right from the beginning with King Micah surveying the battlefields and the opposing forces. From their, it only got better. I will have to go back and read it from the beginning. I found the protagonist to be strong and trying to overcome a lot. It was a very well-done read.
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What an entertaining story! This was an entertaining story in our house. We loved all the mystical elementals in the story. The imagination and creativity that went into creating this was so good. My grandson loved the dragon. My favorite was the sylphs and the question-marks. We loved the action and adventure of the story. It totally started with the crazy red zinger suit Mr. Barsins’ wore and went on from there. A cool story that younger ones would like.
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 Kittell2023-09-18 08:32:312023-10-02 18:58:33Mr. Barsin’s Toy Emporium by Lois Wickstrom Review by Shelly Kittell
What an intense and entertaining read. This was full of everything I like in a book. There was a bit of danger, romance, thrills and adventure. The chemistry between the characters was quite exciting. I could feel a little spark there. I enjoy stories like this because it’s the bad factor that can make the story so very good. The writing had me totally all in right from the beginning. I just divied in head first and couldn’t put it down.
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 Kittell2023-09-18 08:19:352023-10-03 13:47:05Lies-Truth-Love by Marina Hanna Review by Shelly Kittell
This book is book two of the series. It can be read as a standalone. I didn’t read book one prior to reading this and didn’t feel that I lost anything. However, it’s a good read so I’ll definitely go back and read book one.
Blake never considered being a nanny. However, you have to do what you have to do when you face dwindling savings after losing your job. That’s how Blake finds herself nannying for Morgan and his daughter. Morgan is facing a custody battle with his ex and the best way he can protect his daughter is with a live in nanny. That’s where Blake comes in. He didn’t expect her to fit so well.
This story is well written and the characters are great. Blake is relatable and her chemistry with Morgan was definitely there! This was a quick read but I couldn’t put it down!
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 Frazzini2023-09-18 08:18:192023-10-03 13:46:54Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2) by Alicia Street – Review by Angelina Frazzini
I enjoyed this romance story. The author did a great job with the characters making them relatable and engaging. The chemistry and attraction between Olivia and Ethan is pretty instant but both have had problems with relationships in the past so it is easy to understand why they aren’t wanting to jump into things too fast. Olivia’s last relationship ended badly. After supporting her partner financially all through his time working towards his chosen career she is devasted when he leaves her. Now she has a wedding to attend and needs a date but there is one thing he needs to have and that is a job. She is not prepared to find herself in the same position as she didn’t before. Ethan’s past relationship was similar except his partner was just using him for his money. Now he is wary of women wanting him just for his money so when he meets Olivia despite how attracted and intrigued by her he is, he decides to not tell her the full truth. But telling her that he is in between things she assumes he is jobless. As their connection grows and as much as they try they can’t deny their feelings for each other but what will happen when the lies Ethan had told comes out. Will Olivia be happy that the man she wants to be with is financially secure so doesn’t need to rely on her or will she be angry that he lied to her. Their story is interesting and full of ups and downs. I can see why Ethan felt the need to lie but I can also see why Olivia reacts the way that she does. How can you trust someone when it turns out the person you thought you knew you actually don’t know at all. I can understand Olivia’s feelings of hurt. She isn’t a gold digger so she isn’t interested in spending his money it was the fact that he lied to her. I felt every emotion of these characters and while I understand both of their reactions and apprehensions I was hoping they would get their HEA. Will Olivia be able to forgive the lie? Or will that lie mean she won’t be able to trust Ethan? Will this break what potentially could have been a lasting loving relationship?
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 Carr2023-09-18 07:56:322023-10-03 13:46:43Lies-Truth- Love by Marina Hanna -Review by Kerry Carr
Wild For Me was a good read. While I have not read the previous books in this series I did not feel like I was missing much. It can be read as a stand alone. I think at this point we have all read enough romance novels to know what’s going to happen however the characters were nice and the plot kept my attention! The spice level was stepped up in this book. My biggest issue which is why I keep going between three or four star rating is the manager in this book. The band knows they have a manager who is sexually harassing people borderline sexual assault and nothing is done about it. The band says oh he’s a good manager. It made my blood boil the entire time I was reading it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kay Striteskyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKay Stritesky2023-09-18 07:37:562023-10-03 13:46:26Wild For Me (The Balefire Series Book 3) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kay Stritesky
This is the second book in the North Fork series, but can easily be read as a standalone without feeling like you missed a beat from not reading the first book. To me this was a very well written romance with some added baby mama drama. This is about Blake and Morgan’s story, they have some great chemistry, and is overall a great story! I felt like the author put great detail into the story as a whole. To me the characters are very well written and mostly enjoyable (except for the baby mama!). I was very easily drawn into reading this story without any issues and didn’t want to put it down till I was done! This was a quick read that didn’t disappoint and was very entertaining! I definitely recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mary E Espinozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMary E Espinoza2023-09-18 06:59:212023-10-03 13:45:51Ignite My Heart (North Fork Series Book 2) by Alicia Street – Review by Mary Espinoza
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/195006169-born-to-die” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”Born to Die (The McIntire County Series: #2)” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1690281176l/195006169._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/195006169-born-to-die”>Born to Die</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6880807.Winter_Austin”>Winter Austin</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5849809769″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> When one of her own gets taken out Deputy Rivers is put on the case. Add to that a bunch if robberies taking place and they have to call in the big guns, her former flame Detective Hunt. He thought he was doing her a favor by leaving her when he started being blackmailed, but they’re about to be to be in close quarters once again. Will they keep things strictly professional or risk another broken heart? I have read these books somewhat out of order, but they are all worth reading. It was great to see Deputy Rivers grow as a character and she has grown a lot. I also like the take the author puts into how agent Hunt’s mind works. I have lined myself up to read book 4, but first I must go read these to get a better understanding of everything that has gone on. This is a great whodunit and will keep you guessing as you turn the pages. <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/106111308-charlisa-wahtomy-alba”>View all my reviews</a>
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Annabelle Stewart, all tight leather skirt and hot lace panties, thundered into my life for one night after a rock show and calmly drove away the next day. She should have been like any other one-night stand I’ve had over the last ten years touring with Balefire. But she wasn’t. At odd moments, I catch myself thinking about her, wondering if I made as big an impression on her as she did on me.
Then I walk into the rehearsal for our drummer’s wedding, and who’s standing with the bride? The hottie who keeps me awake with thoughts of our one night together. Beautiful, smart, and sassy as hell, Annabelle sets me on fire with her kisses and leaves me hanging. But I’ve got plans for her.
Annabelle
I never expected to see him again. Two years after hooking up with Dakota Perri after a Balefire concert, I’d convinced myself that night was a fantasy. But the way he looks at me during Jack and Clio’s wedding, like he remembers every second of our one-night stand, lights me up. Too bad I blew it.
Then I score a management internship with the band, an opportunity guaranteed to land me a scholarship with a top graduate program—if I don’t earn a reputation for sleeping my way to success. Which is a problem. I see Dakota every day. Every time we’re together, the sparks fly faster and hotter. If I want to achieve my goals, I have to resist him. But how can I resist a man as panty-meltingly hot as Dakota Perri when he says he’s wild for me?
Tam DeRudder Jackson’s love of all things Celtic led her to write the Talisman Series. Steeped in Celtic mythology, these steamy, fated mates, paranormal romance adventures are set in the mountains of Tam’s native Montana and the Highlands of Scotland. Rogue, the most recent book in the series, was named a best romance of 2022 by the Independent Book Review.
An avid fan of rock music, Tam never misses a chance to see a live show, especially if it’s Shinedown, one of her favorite bands. Her love of rock music inspired her contemporary rock star Balefire Series, a sexy fun ride following the lives and loves of the members of a fictional mega-band. Readers of this series consistently give the books five-star reviews.
Tam earned her BA in English from Montana State University and her M.Ed. in literacy from Lesley University. After a short teaching stint in Bath, England, she settled in the wilds of Wyoming where she taught adolescents all about the Celts and a bit about writing before she stepped out of the classroom to pursue her writing career full time.
When she’s not writing, you can find her working her way through her mountainous TBR piles, alpine skiing, or traveling to some new place on her ever-expanding bucket list. To stay up to date on her adventures, connect with Tam on her websitewww.tamderudderjackson where you can subscribe to her newsletter.
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Rose Trewin went in search of a ruin and found a clan instead; people she didn’t know were alive. As the newly appointed Chief of the magical Shademaker Clan, Rose must learn what it means to lead while still trying to control her magic. She soon discovers the powerful mage, Gerik, has escaped capture by the king. Gerik is intent on destroying everything Rose loves and the family she’s found. She must travel to the strange southern land to hunt him. To kill him. To be an assassin once again.
King Micah Ellsworth’s country is at a tipping point. He returned from the south after fighting the trespassers that attacked his people and he expected a hero’s welcome. He finds, instead, a rising religious group is dividing his people and fighting against those with magic. King Micah is without a queen and with his country facing a famine in the spring and hate in the streets, he must fight to stop the brewing unrest.
Rose and the king both must sacrifice to save their people. They just don’t realize how much they have to lose.
Fantasy author Natalie Johanson lives in the beautiful mountain valley of Utah with her two cats, Watson and Holmes, and her adorable wife. She spends far too much time staring out of windows, drinking tea, and buying books she’ll never have the time to read.
Her debut novel, Shadow’s Voice, became an award-winning book, followed quickly by Shadow’s Past. The award-winning series, The Shadowstalker, continues to grow and monopolize much of her time and focus; not that she had much to begin with.
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While on his birthday cruise, Jack spies a mermaid. He finds her later in the secret room at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Lily lost her sylphs when her father moved to Florida. Like her other friends, her sylphs stayed behind. But now they are looking for her in Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Audrey sees herself as a noble knight, whose duty is to slay a dragon. She seeks one at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium, and she intends to slay it. And Nick has been lying about a bad gnome causing all the trouble at his house. He finds a really bad gnome at Mr. Barsins’ Toy Emporium. Why is Mr. Barsin giving out imaginary playmates? Are they in danger?
Lois Wickstrom lives in a world where imaginary playmates are real. She doesn’t remember being born, so she finds unbirthdays are more exciting than the official once-a-year date on the calendar. She’s taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales.
She writes by herself. She writes with co-authors. She asks illustrators what they would like to draw. If she ever writes her autobiography, the title will be My Life as a Group Project.
Her mother used to get angry with her for daydreaming. Her little sister picked on her. So she lived in books and wrote her own stories in which the bad-guys made sense, and the good-guys had a chance. As she has grown older, her imagination has grown weirder. Even she doesn’t know what she will write next.
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And we are back with another Eve Sawyer Mystery. I enjoy these books though I’m ashamed to say I haven’t read them all. Which would have to be my next task. A Death on Fools Lane gives the reader everything they want. Mystery, intrigue, someone willing to find out the truth. Eve and her friends are house sitting over their winter break. What could go wrong? Well if any of you are familiar with these books, a lot is the answer. Waking by the police on the first morning there to only find out there’s a body in the backyard could be pretty terrifying. However Eve doesn’t feel its cut and dry. And puts her journalistic abilities to work once again to find answers. Will she find what she’s looking for? These books are a series. However as stated above “I haven’t read them all” which means they work rather well as standalone novels. Yeah, do you miss some references, sure. But they aren’t crucial to the story. The author keeps you guessing in this short novel. Which keeps on turning the page looking for more.
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Cruel Hate is the 5th book in the Hidden Valley Elite series. I am sooooo hooked on this series, and am always happy when another is released. Especially since the author is queen of Cliff Hangers!! This book shouldn’t be read as a stand alone, as it continues from the previous books, picking up right where Cruel Start left off. We continue the story of Phoenix and Aspen, as they try to navigate their difficult situation. Both are trying hard not to end up like their parents, even as they find them self in the same situation. I love both characters, as well as the supporting characters. The close knit group that Phoenix has with his brother, cousins and their girls friends is very sweet and realistic. Aspen quickly became a protected member of their group and fits in perfectly. Now…. please hurry in releasing Cruel Love so I can see how this ends!
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The beginning of the book has you in suspense as to what is going on at that moment and keeps you reading nonstop. This book is very well written and it flows really well. All the characters are very well developed which makes for a good story. The characters are also very relatable. I like how the author includes details that were in the first book into this one, it does make the book series interrelated which is all the better.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kristin Boutellehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKristin Boutelle2023-09-17 20:52:272023-10-02 12:02:53Born to Die (The McIntire County Series Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Kristin Boutelle
Lucky Break is the 2nd book in the Trentbridge Tales series. I did read the first one, but you don’t have to before reading this book. It is good enough for a stand alone, just with some cross over characters. This author writes good books and with a lot of thought put into them. They are like an episode of Law and Order, and keep the reader engaged. My one complaint, which I had with the first book too, there are too many characters. It is so hard for me to keep everyone straight on who is who and how they fit into the story. By mid way through, I had it all connected, but the first half I really struggled with it all. The mystery was maintained throughout, until the reveal at the very end. If you enjoy crime thrillers, I highly recommend this series.
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Tears, so many tears, I needed all the tissues. This was such an amazing read. It caught my attention from the beginning, and never let go. Tragedy struck this family, and all their lives changed. This is an amzing example of the true and genuine meaning of love and family.
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This fast-paced read wasn’t quite what I was expecting. While touching on many tough subjects (including a volatile mother-daughter relationship, protesting for a cause, and incompetent city officials), The Mothers Threat falls short of the expected thrill and suspense. The focus seemed to be mainly on Violet and Daisy’s barely veiled by love hostility toward one another rather than the impending threat posed by the protesters. There were definitely some moments where I questioned whether Violet would be able to remain professional in the face of her mother’s insensitive, selfish, criminal actions. The storyline also felt a bit disjointed, like some elements, such as the anarchists trashing the town, were thrown in without much reason behind it. Overall, a quick read that left me wanting more than what was there.
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We love bringing these books home because this author is amazing! We are also a bunch of stargazers, so it was quite fitting for us. I love that we continue to learn about Eee-ahh and Shirl. They learn about all of the different constellations which I absolutely love! The illustrations are fabulous and definitely add a bit more to the story. My kiddos are 7 and 11, and they both thoroughly enjoyed it. It even started an evening of laying outside on a blanket and seeing which constellations we could find. We also may have made some up as well, so it was a memorable time. I highly recommend picking this up and share it with the younger ones in your life!
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I’ve read several children’s books by author Lois Wickstrom and each one encompasses a great tale along with a fun learning moment for the reader. Rocketship Made of Stars is no exception as it is a fun story about Shirl and her alien friend who has traveled through the stars to visit her. The reader gets to learn the names of stars and constellations along with what Eee-ahh, the alien calls them.
This is a beautifully illustrated book by artist Nicolàs Milano. The colorful, engaging illustrations help you visualize the story and make it come alive for the reader. Ms. Wickstrom’s books continue to be great reads for my family and myself.
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