Yeti Leaves Home may be written with supernatural characters, but it is a well written, classic, trying to fit into society book that leaves you wanting more. Wonderfully written, superb dialogue between the cast of characters, and a very realistic and believable story line despite the main characters consisting of a yeti, a banshee, and other not of this world characters.
Wylie’s transformation from a loner to friendship blossoms as the novel unfolds is stellar, and in my opinion, the best part of the book. As a side note, the food they consume in the book makes you salivate for good grub. I am definitely going to check out more books from this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Crainhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Crain2023-05-06 09:03:542023-05-12 13:16:26Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Jennifer Crain
I really enjoyed this unique story. The author does a really good job of making the story engaging and some parts really had me laughing. At times I felt sorry for Wylie. All he wants he a quiet peaceful life and to settle in but this wasn’t to be.
Wylie is a paranormal being to be exact he is a yeti. All his life he has tried to fit I’m with the humans and live a peaceful life. However all that changes when murders start happening in the little town he calls home. The strange circumstances lead the hunters back on his trail and Wylie becoming the number 1 suspect. Everything in Wylie is telling him to run but the Hunter won’t give up trying to find him Wylie realises the only way to free himself is to find the person committing the murders and clear his name. This is a story about finding your place in the world, finding friendships and learning how special they are and fighting for something you don’t want to lose. This is a really enjoyable story and i look forward to reading more from this author.
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 Carr2023-05-06 05:33:132023-05-12 13:15:28Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Kerry Carr
Fun, engaging read. This urban fantasy was a blast to read. Wyllie, a yeti from Embarrass Minnesota, finds himself having to leave the creature comforts of home to escape a Hunter. He finds himself in the Twin Cities, and a new adventure unfolds. Unfortunately, trouble has a way of following him. This is a well written and thoroughly engaging read. Recommend.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2023-05-06 04:52:062023-05-12 13:15:17Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Rayne East
Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg. This is such a original story about a Yeti aka Wylie that lives in the woods and minds his own business. He has friends and a home but he soon has to leave because there has been a murder and people are starting to snoop around trying to find the killer. Moving to a new town and starting over is hard for anyone but for a Wylie trying to fit in is really hard. Where he has moved to is the city and he’s not used to that as well as all the people. While there he finds lots of other supernatural characters and friends. The problem is Wylie thinks the murderer has followed him because murders are starting to happen in his new town. Can Wylie find him before any more people die or worse before he finds Wylie Fun and lighthearted this book is a joy to read. Something different and new.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2023-05-05 09:30:362023-05-12 13:07:55Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Tausha Treadway
Yeti Left Home was a very entertaining read. This fast-paced book had me hooked from the beginning to the end. I loved the originality of this story. Wylie, a small-town Yeti, who wishes to live his life quietly, learns that a hunter is looking for him. What does Wylie do? – he goes to a big city to blend in, where his adventure really begins. If you’re looking for an adventure, look no further than Yeti Left Home!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Diane Sennetthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDiane Sennett2023-05-04 11:44:042023-05-12 12:58:41Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Diane Sennett
Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg is a wonderfully written Fantasy/Supernatural that I truly enjoyed reading. This is my first book by this author and definitely not my last. Going in I wasn’t real sure what to expect but I was intrigued by the cover and the fact that I was super curious about this Yeti. Boy was I wrong but im happy I took the chance on this book. I can totally relate to Wiley and the feeling like you don’t quite fit in or belong but you push through and keep on keeping on. Wiley is content and happy just hanging out at his little cabin in the woods. But soon his world will take a turn when murders start happening and hunter shows up in his woods . Wiley leaves his home and heads to the Big City where he discovers a whole different kind of world and people. What will happen when Wiley sees the Hunter in the big city? This may not have been was I was expecting but it was what I needed to read. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I can’t wait to read more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-05-04 01:37:022023-05-12 12:44:41Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
The author has an original take on the myth of Bigfoot. A creature feared and hunted has been framed for dastardly slayings. The characters come to life through clever illustrations. Readers will be glad they picked this one- the ultimate in escapism. The theme of small-town life versus big-city life is explored, through the lens of the author’s protagonist.
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 Risher2023-05-03 18:57:592023-05-12 12:51:39Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Alison Risher
Yeti Left Home is not what I expected at all. The author does an amazing job with the development of the characters especially Wylie Kang, the Yeti. The other characters complement each other very well. The plot of the story easily flows from the beginning to the end. The book is very well written and very relatable to everyday life.
I give this Author 5 stars because this book has taught me that life can be scary and not all the time are peaceful. What Wylie was dreaming was a moment in life when he had to make a difference before life catches up to him. Not my type of book but it is a way of learning that you have to chance after dreams because sometimes life is too short. For Wylie, the hunter was life too short but his dreams can be the cause of this life-changing and a moment that he has to be out of his comfort zone.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Charlene Gonzalezhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCharlene Gonzalez2023-05-01 13:51:212023-05-03 13:49:03Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Charlene Gonzalez
Yeti definitely finds a home after leaving what he thought was a good life. One of solitude and confinement in the mountains. Barely Interacting with the townsfolk he discovers he’s flushed out by a hunter. Running to a new city he finds he’s truly not alone. While there isn’t another yeti around he makes friends, solidifies a pack, and begins a new adventure a life full of joy happiness and friendship. Integrating into a new lifestyle in the city the hunter finds him again. This time he doesn’t run but fights to keep his place and prove his innocence.
This is one of the most joyful, interesting, and fun reads ! I mean who doesn’t love a good story about Cryptids.
I hope there will be a part two or maybe even a sequel to the lives of one of yeti’s friends.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Maikalanihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMaikalani2023-05-01 09:45:092023-05-03 13:41:02Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Maikalani Alexander
I did not expect to like this book as much as I did. It was a lot of fun to read. Paranormal aspects, drama, mystery, humor, life lessons, new friendships and the difficulty of trying to fit in. The story was a great read. Once I started it, I did not want to end. Wiley is a yeti, and he just wants to live his life. Already out of the norm he seeks to exist and blend in. As mysterious murders start taking place He ends up back on the hunters radar. He immediately flees town supernatural town that could actually be his forever home. However, things start closing in when the Hunter appears in his new town, leaving Wylie with little options other than to solve crimes himself to clear his name. As the excitement begins, we begin the adventure with the Yeti and his new friends in this feel good mystery.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Laurenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLauren2023-05-01 03:51:512023-05-03 13:28:26Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Lauren West
This is an enjoyable and entertaining story, with an original storyline and supernatural characters, which kept me intrigued throughout. Wylie Kang-a Yeti is a peaceful and unassuming character, who lives a quiet life on the outskirts of Embarrass, Minnesota in his self built sanctuary. He also has an appreciation for the more human creature comforts, like toilet roll! When a series of strange murders take place in the area a Hunter arrives in town, and is soon on Wylie’s trail. With the Hunter in pursuit Wylie leaves town and heads for the Twin Cities, with everything he owns in his truck. He plans on loosing himself in the urban jungle, but struggles to fit in and blend in. However, when he finds a thriving supernatural community, he starts to settle in and make friends. He soon discovers that the bloodshed and the Hunter have followed him to the city. Wylie decides he must catch the killer before the Hunter catches up with him. This is lighthearted story, full of wit and humour, however the underlying issues such as Wylie not fitting in, are dealt with sensitively. I loved the characters, especially Wylie who I really felt for and I was immersed in his story, hoping he would have a HEA.
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 Gordon2023-04-30 16:18:502023-05-03 13:23:51Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Jennifer Gordon
An interesting fantasy MM romance. Huli is on an adventure that has many interesting characters. The journey is interesting and one that brings risk to Huli and those with him. I found it to be entertaining.
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 Kittell2023-04-29 08:18:282023-05-03 13:06:47Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis – Review by Shelly Kittell
I really enjoyed this book. It was a new author for me and I was pleasantly surprised. The story was very relatable and I found myself really interested in Wylie’s story and the struggles he went through and the happiness he found. The story kept me interested and entertained. The characters were funny and I enjoyed the interactions between all of them. This is a good book and I recommend this author and his story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Cindy Rushinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCindy Rushin2023-04-24 20:21:042023-04-28 12:55:47Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Cindy Rushin
This is an amazing story about someone who doesn’t quite fit in anywhere. I feel like Wylie Kang sometimes. It’s really amazing how Aaron takes a character like Wylie and makes others realize that there is more that goes on around you that you aren’t really seeing. I can totally relate to Wylie when it comes to not knowing about other supernaturals and how they can only be seen by other supernaturals. I feel like I can only see certain things and no one else can. I am sure that if you read this book, you too will feel a connection to at least one of the characters. Wylie the Yeti and a few of his supernatural friends have me all up in my feelings.
This is an amazing story about someone who doesn’t quite fit in anywhere. I feel like Wylie Kang sometimes. It’s really amazing how Aaron takes a character like Wylie and makes others realize that there is more that goes on around you that you aren’t really seeing. I can totally relate to Wylie when it comes to not knowing about other supernaturals and how they can only be seen by other supernaturals. I feel like I can only see certain things and no one else can. I am sure that if you read this book, you too will feel a connection to at least one of the characters. Wylie the Yeti and a few of his supernatural friends have me all up in my feelings.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kirsten Berkebilehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKirsten Berkebile2023-04-21 20:10:342023-04-28 12:18:08Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Kirsten Berkebile
Yeti Left Home was slow to start for me. I wasn’t quite sure what the story was going to be about. But once you get far enough in, you understand and keep reading. Wylie just wants to be left alone. He is a yeti but no one really knows. Why is this woman looking for him? Is she a hunter? I enjoyed the book as I got further into it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tonya Merritthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTonya Merritt2023-04-19 09:59:312023-04-28 11:45:03Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Tonya Merritt
Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg is a fun Urban fantasy that had me intrigued right from the beginning. This is a well-woven paranormal mystery story with wonderfully quirky characters, the supernatural, danger, drama, intrigue, tension, folklore/legends, murder, crime, investigation, humour, friendship, discovery, fitting in, finding where you belong, and more. Wylie loves to live a quiet, comfortable, peaceful life. He’s shy and gentle- a nice guy- well, Yeti- to be exact. But his idyllic lifestyle is about to get a disturbing shake-up when some strange murders occur in the area that attract the attention of a Hunter, who then starts sniffing in his direction. Wylie ends up on the run and soon finds himself in the big smoke- where he can hopefully blend in and escape notice. But this new beginning brings surprising discoveries, as well as new mysterious murders, and the Hunter back on the trail. Now Wylie will need to unmask the killer before it’s too late. What ensues makes for a fun read. Looking forward to exploring more of Mr. Rosenberg’s work. 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 Hayes2023-04-15 23:01:452023-04-17 11:31:54Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Angela Hayes
Wylie Kang is a Yeti who spends his days trying to blend in with the townsfolk of Embarrass. He lives a quiet life in the outskirts of town in a small cabin. Home is where he enjoys the simple pleasures like a comfortable recliner, a television, and most importantly soft toilet paper. Wylie has vowed that he will never go back to using leaves again since discovering toilet paper. These creature comforts have changed his life and he finds joy in his secluded, peaceful sanctuary.
When Wylie starts having violent dreams that coincide with a series of strange murders his entire world changes. A Hunter of the supernatural comes to town looking for Wylie and he has no choice but to flee. Armed with his recliner, tv, a bag of food, and some personal items Wylie jumps into his trusty green truck and heads out of town.
Wylie heads to the Twin Cities where he figures that he will blend in except he finds himself in a city teaming with supernatural activity. Not only is the Hunter hot on his trail but there have been a series of strange murders here as well. Wylie is faced with the choice of fleeing his new home and leaving his new friends behind or finding the killer.
This was a great story about the struggle to fit in and feel a sense of belonging. Wylie was a great character who loved to live a peaceful life and cause no harm to anyone. He rolled with the changes and managed to keep a smile on his face no matter what came at him. Wylie enjoyed his secluded life back home in Embarrass but in the Twin Cities he made friends, formed bonds, and truly felt like he belonged. There was a sense of suspense, danger, and mystery as Wylie and his friends raced to catch a killer and save Wylie from the Hunter. The witty humor and banter left me chuckling to myself on numerous occasions.
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 Barnes2023-04-15 16:33:272023-04-17 13:26:56Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
I just fell in love with Wylie. What a sweet character. Don’t we all just want to fit in? He’s really just a supernatural version of the everyman that falls into a mystery with his new friends. I found the storyline to be pretty good. Loving supernatural plots and mystery, I was intrigued and kept going. I actually loved the whole story. I would love to see more. Those characters are fun and what a group! They made for some good reading. I enjoyed it all
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 Kittell2023-04-15 08:57:392023-04-17 13:24:00Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Shelly Kittell
4.5 stars In this urban fantasy Yeti Left Home Aaron has given the reader a paranormal thriller that is original and humorous. This light-hearted quirky tale will have you laughing at times. Aaron is a new author to me so obviously this is the first of his work I have read. How have I not come across him before? I really enjoyed it. It’s my kind of oddity, quirky and all that. Yes, the Yeti Left Home is right up my alley. Aaron is a man after my own heart. It reminds me of lots of my favourite supernatural goodness TV series all rolled into one. There are too many to name them all but Sanctuary, Grimm, Haven, Warehouse 13 and I’ll even throw in Eureka to name a few with their oddness, strangeness and let’s not forget the quirkiness and bizarreness. Wylie Kang isn’t your typical mystical beast. This Yeti loves nothing more than to chill at his cabin by a lake. When a hunter shows up in his neck of the woods Wylie runs and discovers a whole new world for himself and friendships. When Wylie comes across the hunter again in the Big City what will he do? I hope to see more from Aaron. I will go check out other stories by him.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2023-04-15 05:32:042023-04-17 13:21:59Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Jenni Bishop
Peaceful, unassuming Wylie Kang—a Yeti with an appreciation for more human creature comforts—lives a quiet life in his self-built sanctuary on the outskirts of Embarrass, Minnesota. But when violent dreams disturb his peace, and a series of strange murders plague the area, a Hunter comes to town, nosing after Wylie’s trail.
Fleeing pursuit, Wylie packs up his truck and heads for the Twin Cities, hoping to lose himself in the urban jungle, only to find a thriving supernatural community.
Just as he begins to settle in—with the help of some new-found friends—he discovers the bloodshed has followed… as has the Hunter.
Can Wylie catch the killer, before the Hunter catches him?
Aaron Rosenberg is the author of the best-selling DuckBob SF comedy series, the Relicant Chronicles epic fantasy series, the Dread Remora space-opera series, and—with David Niall Wilson—the O.C.L.T. occult thriller series. Aaron’s tie-in work contains novels for Star Trek, Warhammer, World of WarCraft, Stargate: Atlantis, Shadowrun, Eureka, Mutants & Masterminds, and more. He has written children’s books (including the original series STEM Squad and Pete and Penny’s Pizza Puzzles, the award-winning Bandslam: The Junior Novel, and the #1 best-selling 42: The Jackie Robinson Story), educational books on a variety of topics, and over seventy roleplaying games (such as the original games Asylum, Spookshow, and Chosen, work for White Wolf, Wizards of the Coast, Fantasy Flight, Pinnacle, and many others, and both the Origins Award-winning Gamemastering Secrets and the Gold ENnie-winning Lure of the Lich Lord). He is the co-creator of the ReDeus series, and a founding member of Crazy 8 Press. Aaron lives in New York with his family. You can follow him online at gryphonrose.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/gryphonrose, and on Twitter @gryphonrose.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Yeti-Left-Home-6-x-9.jpg1200800itsybitsybookbitshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngitsybitsybookbits2023-04-15 00:01:052023-04-27 21:27:34Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg
This author has some amazing writing skills. The details that she gives made the story so realistic that I felt like I was in the story!! If you are into fantasy books, then i highly recommend this book. I can NOT wait to see what books come after this one. The author will have your attention from the very first chapter!!
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 Fink2023-03-31 20:35:062023-04-07 10:42:45Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Melissa Fink
Fun read! I was really intrigued by the premise when I read a description of the book and it didn’t disappoint. The MCs, Noelle and Nikolaus, were cute and the chemistry between them fluctuated to me at times but that could possibly be from their banter. Some of the interactions between their families had me laughing to tears. I’m a big fan of romance that is very spicy and this one was more on the mild side (minus the innuendos.) Despite the mild seasoning, this was a great read and I would enjoy reading more about the Frost and Klaus clans!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jade Thomsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJade Thomson2023-03-30 01:46:342023-04-07 10:22:00Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Jade Thomson
A very different read from anything before that ties in a forbidden romance, a winding mystery as to why, and paranormal to tie it altogether. It does jump around quite a bit to begin but once you realize it, it’s an easy read. Good character development with both main and supporting characters as this book comes alive.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christenhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristen2023-03-29 15:53:492023-04-06 12:27:02Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Christen Ware
Frozen by Lies by Martha Sweeney is a fun adventure that incorporates loved and familiar holiday traditions. The Klaus and Frost lines are now many generations in; living in villages that aren’t far from each other physically but are worlds different. Some long forgotten issue has made rivals of these groups. Nikolaus is the first Klaus to enter into Frore in a very long time but fate introduces him to Noelle. Thus beings their love story and either the redemption or destruction of Frore. This is an entertaining new type of holiday tale and I’m so excited to start the next book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Whisper Hymerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngWhisper Hymer2023-03-28 23:17:262023-03-29 12:16:34Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Whisper Hymer
I will admit I was a bit skeptical about this read. Reading the themes of romance, paranormal, fantasy mixed in with winter fun, bikers and feuds, something was telling me to just give this book a try and I’m so glad I did! Noelle and Nikolaus can’t deny their attraction although there has been a long lasting feud amongst their families. Their chemistry draws them closer to one another although Noelle has her doubts. The family feuding reminds me a bit of the Capulets and Montages of Romeo and Juliet. They are cautious with the other members when around one another and can be quite confrontational when things seem out of place. Her cousins and grandfathers are the ones opposed to her growing closer to Nikolaus but the female figures in her life seem to be motivating her towards someone who brings out a brighter side of herself. She is torn between her emotions, family and believing the genuinity of true love. One thing I must share with other readers to give this a try is amazingly, funny one liners and the great romantic chemistry amongst the characters. Definitely worth giving this book a read!
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 Ramos2023-03-28 20:11:422023-03-29 12:13:59Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Jennifer Ramos
Enemies to lovers your thing? Do you like paranormal romance? Maybe you like biker tropes? We have Noelle Frost as our leading lady and Nikolaus Klaus as our leading man. I would be lying if I said Nikolaus didn’t immediately make me go “OH HELLO KLAUS” (ya know vampire diaries…no oh well never mind). Their banters and bickers were super amusing and made me want to keep going. This is the first in a series and reading while it was snowing outside….cherry on top.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Marlowhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Marlow2023-03-28 19:05:122023-03-29 12:12:54Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Michelle Marlow
I really enjoyed this paranormal romance. It was a different take on the typical holiday story with two biker clans – the Frost Clan and the Klaus Clan – being at odds with one another. I wanted the read this now rather than wait months for winter to return as I absolutely love retellings with a twist, so I was hooked just reading the blurb.
I loved the fact the clans were bikers; it was unique to a winter story and added another element I love. I enjoyed the humour that the author brought in, but I can see how some parts may not be to everyone’s taste. The descriptive language used truly created vivid magical scenery which I loved stepping into to follow Noelle Frost and Nikolaus Klaus in their complicated and ‘doomed’ relationship.
I enjoyed most characters and the interactions between the two clans, but unsurprisingly Noelle and Nikolaus had the best interactions. They bounced off each other very well and their banter reminds me of how me and my loved ones can act around each other.
Overall, the writing flowed well, and the story was unique and imaginative. I was gripped throughout and am so happy I found this gem of a book. Can’t wait for the next fun instalment in the series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rebecahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRebeca2023-03-28 17:30:502023-03-29 10:28:07Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Rebeca Elliott Figueiras
Noelle Frost is a young woman with tattoos and an attitude to match, she works in the family tavern and serves the bikers she calls family who live with her in their Frost Clan, but she hates how overprotective they are towards her, it cramps her style and leaves her frustrated on a daily basis. Nikolaus Klaus is a young man who also lives with bikers, but he is from the Klaus Clan, they have a similar set up to the Frost Clan, but they have a more laid back view on life, especially when it comes to travelling around and freedom.
One day, Noelle is working in the tavern when someone new comes in and asks for a hot chocolate, this just happens to be her speciality, especially when she spikes it with something a little stronger, but before she has a chance to serve them, they are told that they are not welcome and her family start to make an unusual fuss. The stranger leaves, but Noelle is annoyed with the behaviour of her family, so she follows them to make sure that they aren’t getting into their usual trouble, although they don’t know she is there, so when she sees the stranger again, she cannot help but to approach and talk to him, this is where she learns his name and that she is more than attracted to him.
These chance meetings continue to happen, so when they start to learn more about each other, they realise that they are from rival clans, but they don’t know why that rivalry is there, but amid flirting and more spiked hot chocolate, they realise that they want to know the truth, as well as that they are more than just in lust. As the time passes, will they bend to their attraction, or their families wishes and what will the outcome of that choice be? In this fast paced paranormal romance set in the holiday period, there is a lot of foul language, supernatural fun and a bit of sauce, with a sprinkle of magic thrown in for good measure as secrets abound and the truth is hidden under many layers of familial responsibility and it will keep you guessing right until the end.
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 Lesieur2023-03-28 16:50:302023-03-29 10:26:09Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
Frozen by Lies is the first book in the Sleigh Riders Series. It is a paranormal supernatural fantasy that takes place in a remote mountain community that is kept isolated from other communities. The story centers around twenty-six-year-old Noelle Frost who works at the Blades Bar. Noelle is a bit of an introvert who is unfamiliar with the ways of the world. She is heavily protected by her family who is insistent that she is not to date. When a good looking stranger named Nikolaus Klaus arrives in the bar Noelle finds herself instantly attracted to him.
Nikolaus also finds himself attracted to Noelle, but her family is adamant that she has nothing to do with this man. They are suspicious of this stranger and become very angry at Noelle and forbid her from having anything to do with him. The Frost Clan and Klaus Clan are rivals and have been for as far back as anyone can recall. The problem is that nobody can answer the question of why these two clans are rivals. Regardless of the reasons relationships between them is unheard of and the thought of Noelle with a member of the Klaus Clan angers her family. Ignoring her family’s wishes, Noelle and Nikolaus find a way to meet secretly. What will happen when their families find out? Is their relationship doomed to fail?
The author did a great job of describing scenes and building the worlds of the rival biker clans in their respective communities. The description of the celebration of Christmas is vivid without being overwhelming. The reader is able to experience Christmas through Noelle as she sees it for the first time. The characters are ones that you either love or hate. Or love to hate, as in the case of Noelle’s family. Her cousins were overbearing and domineering as they tried to assert control over her. Although this seems odd there is clearly reasons behind their protectiveness. As the storyline unfolded Noelle was slowly starting to discover secrets about her family and I am certain there are some big revelations coming in the next book that will explain this.
Noelle was clearly an introvert that wanted to explore the world more and see what was out there. However, after leading such a sheltered life she was unsure how to go about this. She snuck out whenever she could but if she was gone any length of time, it would alarm her family and they would try to control her every move. When she met Nikolaus she stepped out of her comfort zone and was introduced to things she had not seen or known about. Being naïve and unfamiliar with relationships Noelle tried to flirt with Nikolaus through witty banter.
Although the dialogue and banter seem to come across as a bit childish I cannot help but feel that the author has done this intentionally. The worlds of Nikolaus and Noelle are in a magical realm with supernatural elements. This realm has an innocence to it that is almost childlike. The witty banter will naturally not come across as worldly to anyone from outside this magical realm. It is meant to be unsophisticated and innocent.
I found this book to be an interesting take on Christmas and the magical aspect surrounding it. Rival biker clans, magical powers, and deep dark family secrets added a sense of suspense and mystery to it that leaves you wanting to read more. The supernatural aspects and the magical gifts that the Frost and Klaus Clans have was an interesting element that added a twist to the story. I will be reading book two to see where this story goes and what farther secrets Noelle uncovers about her family.
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 Barnes2023-03-28 12:02:412023-03-29 10:19:57Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
We may request cookies to be set on your device. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website.
Click on the different category headings to find out more. You can also change some of your preferences. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer.
Essential Website Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.
Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refuseing them will have impact how our site functions. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site.
We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain.
We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. You can check these in your browser security settings.
Google Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience.
If you do not want that we track your visit to our site you can disable tracking in your browser here:
Other external services
We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Changes will take effect once you reload the page.
Google Webfont Settings:
Google Map Settings:
Google reCaptcha Settings:
Vimeo and Youtube video embeds:
Other cookies
The following cookies are also needed - You can choose if you want to allow them:
Privacy Policy
You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page.
