I am LOVING how The Talisman Series is starting out! I picked this up with high hopes and am happy to say I was not disappointed. This paranormal romance will keep your attention with the rollercoaster adventures and steamy romance! Rowan has to find his talisman on his 28th birthday by midnight, and he learns that it is Alyssa, his fated mate. Will he be able to convince Alyssa that he isn’t just looking to hook up with her, or will he face an unimaginable demise? I really loved the Celtic lore weaved through the story and can’t wait to continue this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2023-02-07 20:40:112023-02-08 12:34:02Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Shannen Kern
I am of Scottish and Irish descent and I found this book so very interesting. The Celtic warriors and the talisman (their woman) they must find before their 28th birthday. Alyssa is studying the ancient Celtic stories for school when she meets Rowan. Can he reach her heart before they are tested by the ancients? The emotion and strength that these characters have fills the pages of this book. I can’t wait to read the next installment of this!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Collierhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Collier2023-02-07 19:12:222023-02-08 12:33:04Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Michelle Collier
Rowan Sheridan is a Celtic Warrior living in modern times, he had his family have been protecting regular humans from The Morrigan, a fearsome Goddess hell bent on their destruction for generations, but time is running out for Rowan as his twenty eights birthday approaches, he has yet to find his talisman, the woman who fate has matched him with and the only one who can work with him to defeat the triple threat of vengeful goddesses, rogue warriors and zombies. Alyssa Macaulay is a young woman with the personality of a wallflower and a stubborn streak to match, she was orphaned at a young age and raised by her Grandmother, but she is not just a normal human, she just doesn’t know it yet.
One evening, Alyssa and her best friend are having a normal weekend outing at a bar, people watching and having a couple of glasses of wine, however, when two drop dead gorgeous men enter the bar, they find themselves having some unexpected company, Alyssa knows she doesn’t stand a chance when compared to her flawless friend, she is surprised when one of the men chooses her and her best friend goes home alone. Rowan cannot believe his luck when he sees a woman across the room and steers his companion towards the two women there, but when he tries his sign on one of them, he finally finds his talisman, so after a quick discussion, he ends the night. Now Alyssa isn’t one for one night stands, albeit Rowan is, but she cannot deny that she is attracted to him and he to her, so when he drives her home, the last thing she expects to happen is to uncontrollably want this man, she would rather talk, but her body and Rowan, both have other ideas.
After they are physically spent, Rowan tries to explain their connection to Alyssa, but when he realises that she has no knowledge of his world and has never been told who or what she is, he is shocked and knows he has to bring her up to speed quickly, thankfully she is smart and a fast learner, despite the shock his revelations create in her. Can Rowan teach Alyssa everything she needs to know before danger comes calling, or will they be ripped apart before they can really begin? This is a fantasy adventure full of Celtic lore married with modern times in a seamless and exciting way, where revelations are around every corner and danger comes not just from supernatural beings, but emotions as well in this tale of steamy paranormal romance and supernatural action.
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 Lesieur2023-02-07 18:13:452023-02-08 12:32:58Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
This was an interesting read that I enjoyed. I loved how history and present day mix and I love the magic and paranormal elements in this story. This is a fated mate story which gives it a additional element that works well. Alyssa Macaulay is our leading lady. She has just finished writing a thesis on Celtic Warriors and she is plagued by strange dreams of modern day Celtic Warriors. She doesn’t know what it means or if it’s just her overactive mind. When she meet Rowan she feels a connection although she doesn’t know what it is or how getting involved with him will change her life forever.
Rowan is a security guy during the day but at night he becomes a powerful warrior, protecting humans from evil forces and a fight that has been going on for centuries. Rowan however had a problem. Because of a curse on his family centuries before he needs to find his talisman(fated mate) before his 28th birthday else he loses the fight to be a warrior for good. When he meets Alyssa he knows she’s the one but she’s going to take some convincing.
This is a story full of adventure and when Alyssa glimpses his world she sees all the paranormal beings that she wasn’t even aware existed before. Could she really be Rowan’s fated mate? Will she believe in time? Or will Rowan be doomed to return to the druid that cursed his family so long ago?
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 Carr2023-02-07 08:37:382023-02-08 12:28:45Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Carr
I have to say I was completely captivated by this creatively written book from the very start! I just couldn’t put it down even when I read the very last word I still didn’t want to put it down, I just didn’t want it to end. Filled with so many wonderful characters, creative storyline twists, very interesting Gaelic Mythology plus just enough steamy moments to keep readers hooked this truly is a book you don’t want to miss! I wasn’t only captivated by the main characters Rowan and Alyssa but by all the others as well. I became so invested in everyone that I now need to know more about them all. I can’t wait not only to read more of this series but also from this very talented author. I now only need to see her name and I will grab the book because I just know it will be amazing!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-02-07 04:51:592023-02-08 12:27:10Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Jules Herbert
As a student studying Greek mythology, Celtic mythology piqued my interest and the modern spin on the story was the icing on the cake! I got lost in this book, like no one is parenting the children lost. It was such an awesome story and was written so well. I have never read a book like this one and it was such a refreshing change for me. The author wrote it so eloquently and in a way that made me yearn for more information with every page I turned. Loved how it ended and couldn’t recommend enough!
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 McCoy2023-02-06 19:54:492023-02-08 12:24:56Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by April McCoy
Rowan has a lot on his plate: security firm by day (truly a cover) but under it all a Warrior fighting against a curse that was placed against his family by the Morrigan. If Rowan can’t find his Talisman (also known as a protector) by his 28th birthday he’s left either becoming a slave to the Morrigan or a rogue warrior fighting for his life… and his 28th birthday is quickly approaching. Alyssa is an overwhelmed graduate student trying to get through her dissertation on Celtic history. She’s recently had multiple losses including her fiancée just walking out on her and she’s at her wits end, only to come across footprints around her house suggesting she has a intended burgler or stalker. Knowing she needs a security firm she reaches out to Rowans firm but gets so much more than she bargains for… it turns out these two are the answers to one another’s needs and they didn’t even know it. Rowan discovers secrets hidden from Alyssa and he also discovers who Alyssa is to him. Can Alyssa take on the role necessary to help break the curse of the Morrigan?
This story is full of adult themes and is spicy 50 shades meets Paranormal themes. There is a ton of dialog in some sections but if you can be patient it absolutely enriches the story but can go on in excess at times. This series will be intense and I’m intrigued for more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Melissahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMelissa2023-02-05 19:12:312023-02-08 12:16:41Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Melissa Saxton
Alyssa has always had a fascination for Celtic history, so much so that she was majoring in it for school. Little did she know that the myths she enjoyed weren’t myths at all and that her heritage traced back to it. Her parents died when she was quite young and was raised by her grandmother who kept Alyssa oblivious to the fact that she was a talisman.
A warrior is nothing without his weapon, name and talisman. Or so the saying goes. Rowan has ⅔ of these things and he’s running out of time to find the third before he is taken across the ford. All warriors have until their 28th birthday to find their talisman before the Morrigan comes to collect. Rowan’s birthday is coming up. He has pretty much accepted his fate until he meets Alyssa.
Instantly Alyssa catches his attention. When he finds out she is his talisman, he is ecstatic. Unfortunately Alyssa has no idea what a talisman is and what is required of them. All she knows is this handsome man has shown interest in her. Used to being the less attractive friend, she is reluctant to believe that this man could want her.
They have very little time to convince Alyssa she is a talisman and to train her before the Morrigan starts her attack. Can they defeat a Celtic goddess or were they doomed from the beginning?
I really enjoyed this book. It was filled with interesting Celtic lore, handsome warriors, and action themes. Also had romance, spice and a couple of zombie warriors. I could not put this book down. The author did an amazing job building the world. They are very clearly knowledgeable in what they wrote. All the characters were unique in their own way making each one lovable.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Santana Hickshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSantana Hicks2023-02-05 08:24:292023-02-08 12:13:56Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Santana Hicks
I want to start out by saying that this is the fourth book in the BaleFire Series – but it is the first one I’ve read and it definitely works as a stand alone. Adam is part of the hit band Balefire. Cristy is one of the hottest pop singers on the planet. She has agreed to join Balefire on their tour. They both know that their collaboration will drive their fans crazy. However, what they don’t realize is that this collaboration will be electric in so many ways than one. This book was amazing and watching Cristy interact with Balefire was amazing. I truly loved Cristy’s character and the depth she had to her. I loved the way that the author wrote and I have to say that now that I have read the fourth book I will be ordering books one through three right away. It is the perfect romance between two world famous stars.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-02-04 17:03:492023-02-08 12:09:17Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Christine Baranek
Hot For Me is the fourth book in the Balefire series but the first book I’ve ever read by the author. This book was an excellent stand alone romance but as always, I have to wonder how much I would have enjoyed the book seeing any tie ins from previous installments if I read the series in order. I don’t read a lot of rock star romances but something about this book gave me a familiar feeling I really enjoyed. I caught myself thinking about some of my favorite bands and their lives on tour. The chemistry in this book was palpable whether it be between Adam and Cristy or bandmates and the fans. I feel like the whole storyline had a great energy that kept me invested from start to finish. I was SUPER excited to see the playlist at the end of the book was comprised of bands I love and included my favorite Papa Roach song of all time. Somehow this only just solidified my feelings about the book as a whole. I’ll definitely be circling back to the previous books in the series and reading more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Felicia Bateshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFelicia Bates2023-02-04 15:28:062023-02-08 12:09:03Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Felicia Bates
Hot For Me is the fourth book in the Balefire series by Tam DeRudder Jackson. It is a New Adult contemporary rockstar romance with plenty of chemistry, sparks, emotion, secrets, angst, drama, and sexy details. I have come into this series a little backwards, as I didn’t realise that it’s the fourth book in the series when I snapped up my copy. But luckily it can be read as a standalone, as each book in the series focuses on a different member of the Balefire rock band. Having said that though, I am curious about what has happened in the previous books, as well as wanting to ‘know’ the other characters better- so I will be going back to the beginning, starting with book one and working my way up, so I can find out what has happened in the previous three books. I enjoyed following Adam and Cristy as they found love unexpectedly. But what happens when the door to the past won’t stay shut and secrets are revealed? No spoilers here, you really should read all the intriguing developments for yourself. 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 Hayes2023-02-03 19:46:072023-02-08 12:04:13Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book #4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Angela Hayes
I was so totally hooked on this fantastic book right from the start that I literally couldn’t put it down so I stayed up until 2am to finish it! LOL Adam Tron and Cristy Valor are fantastic characters full of heart and plenty of Sass. In fact I loved all the characters in this book even the ones who annoyed me! Adam and Cristys connection is immediate and full of steam. Both are shocked with how much they feel for each other and they both in their own way need to come to terms with that. Add in the extra pressures of celebrity and it makes for a very entertaining read. Once again I have found a fantastic, very talented author part way through a series so I will definitely be finding all the rest of the books in the series and reading them ASAP!! See I told you I am totally hooked and can’t wait for more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-02-02 17:14:132023-02-03 09:01:15Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Jules Herbert
4.5 stars Hot For Me is the fourth instalment in the Balefire series however I was already half way through before I realised. Now I have to go back and start at the beginning although it can be read as a standalone. It is an erotic contemporary adult rock romance story. The series focus’ on each member of the band Balefire and this is Adam and Christy’s story. The story is told in dual POV and truly exposes who the characters are. There are secondary characters that help move the story along some you will like some not so much, some with good intensions some without. It is erotic, sensuous, seductive, passionate and intense coming together that may just ruin them. Adam can’t help but fall for her even though she has secrets but there are those who want to keep them apart. Christy’s past is about to be exposed. A past that hides a secret she does not want to get out. A past that she works hard to stay buried and one that has haunted her for years. What will it be that tears them apart? Her secrets or those who you thought you could trust?
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 Bishop2023-02-02 14:06:402023-02-03 09:00:04Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Jenni Bishop
I fell in love with this book. Adam and Christy are so different, they seem so right together. The attraction and chemistry just works. I loved it all: the story, the characters. I came into the series with this one. I can’t wait to go back and read from the first one. What a fantastic 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 Kittell2023-02-02 06:11:292023-02-02 08:49:44Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Shelly Kittell
A bonafide pop diva, all sass and scandal, Cristy Valor commands headlines wherever she goes. The tabloids love her—and love to hate her. From the first time her sexy alto voice rolls over me, she has all my attention. When she joins Balefire on our latest tour, she sashays across the stage in her wild-ass costumes and parties hard enough to keep up with my boys and me. She drives me batshit crazy—and I love every second of it.
Sex on stilettos.
Pure trouble.
Our sizzling chemistry could shoot a rocket into space, and it’s not long before I crave her. For the first time in my life, I want to share everything with a woman. But Cristy is hiding something, something that holds her back from giving me all of herself. She’s about to find out that I’m a patient man—and I always get what I want.
Cristy
Adam Tron is the poster boy for tall, dark, and sexy. His bass rhythms are enough to make me cream my panties every time I hear them. Flirting with him during our live shows is a rush but nothing compared to what happens when I finally give in to my lust and share his bed. The problem is, sex isn’t all he wants.
For my entire career, I’ve set the narrative, teased the tabloids with scandals that kept them too busy to look into my past, too busy to discover the secret that could end the party for good. Adam Tron could wreck me, steal my heart—and my music. I can’t let him in. I can’t let him discover the secret behind the nightmares I have nearly every night. He thinks he can slay all my monsters, and it would be so easy to let him. But if he finds out the truth, will he still be hot for me?
Like the tagline of her first novel, Tam DeRudder Jackson’s personal motto is “love is worth the risk.” Readers and reviewers have praised her stories for her swoon-worthy characters, movie-quality world building, and strong writing. Though she’s a voracious reader of all genres of romance, her favorite genres to write are paranormal and contemporary. When she’s not writing or reading, she’s probably traveling or skiing or dancing at a rock concert.
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Rowan runs his family’s security firm by day and is a warrior by trade, fighting against the curse laid on his family by the Morrigan centuries ago. (A warrior has to find his talisman before his 28th birthday or he has to options. Become a slave to the Morrigan or become a rogue warrior fighting for his life.) As he nears his 28th birthday, he finds himself trying to beat the clock to find his talisman, his protector. Alyssa just wants to make it through her dissertation on Celtic history. After the loss of her grandmother and her fiancée walking out, she is just not sure how much more she can handle. So, when she finds footprints around her house, she seeks out a security firm to help her safeguard her house. Unbeknownst to her, Rowan is the answer to all of her problems and vice versa. As he thrusts himself into her life and inundates her with information that her grandmother should have given her, she becomes even more overwhelmed. It’s not every day that you find out that you are destined to break a centuries old curse on the families of warriors and talismans. Can she handle all the pressure to defeat Morrigan and her sister and break the curse, once and for all? Or will they all be destined to repeat the process for another century?
This was a fascinating read in the sense that I felt like I was learning and reading a story. The characters all had relatable insecurities as the work together to defeat the Morrigan. I think the author did a wonderful job of writing a wallflower’s perspective of being thrust into an unknown world and trying to navigate everything essentially as an outsider. Having to earn trust is huge, especially when it has been broken before. As the first book in the series, it left the door open for more exciting things to happen. Looking forward to seeing what comes next!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2023-02-01 12:21:502023-02-02 09:56:24Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Desiree Ottinger
As an ancestor of Celtic warriors that have been cursed, Rowen Sheridan must find his talisman or die. The talisman is the one woman who the warrior develops a special one of a kind connection. Orphaned at a young age, Alyssa Macaulay is raised without the knowledge of her family’s history and heritage. Alyssa is thrown into the deep end when she ends up in Rowen’s path. Will she be able to adjust to this new reality? Will Rowen and Alyssa find a HEA? Can they break the curse?
I really enjoyed this story and can’t wait for the next book in the series. The story was well – written and easy to follow. The characters have depth and are relatable, to an extent. This book gives you a little bit of everything; action, mythology, and romance. Worth the read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sarah Kinghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSarah King2023-02-01 10:18:402023-02-02 09:56:03Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Sarah King
I was consumed (from page one) into an adventurous, good versus evil world, which was filled with curses, battles, instant attraction && LOVE!! Fated mates is my all time favorite JAM!! 🔥🔥 What a way to bring warriors into the modern day times, fighting century old battles started by vengeful Gods!! Loved the characters and LOVED the plot even more. SOOOO CANNOT wait to read the next book in this wonderful series.
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I devoured this book ! I personally love the thought of ancient mythology being part of modern real life, so for me the whole idea was fantastic. There were moments when Alyssa annoyed me a bit, but that was only because I would have thrown myself at Rowan entirely too enthusiastically, it’s not her fault. She was doing the right thing! There is eternal love, sweetness, adventure, magic & mystery, & spice. Everything I adore just wrapped up like a sexy little present . Absolutely can’t wait to voraciously enjoy the rest of this series !
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Let me start with wow! I absolutely loved this book and am now fighting to find the whole series! It is hard to find a book with Celtic knowledge and the use of Morrigan as a goddess. This was the whole reason for me to read the book. If you are into Celtic goddesses, it is the book for you. Tam began the book with the perfect backstory to pull you in. Her use of similes and metaphors are vivid and bring so much life to how you envision the story. It has just the right amount of sex with a perfect story line. I was easily sucked in and lost track of time and was done before I even realized it and ready for book two! One of my new favorite books for sure!
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Although the storyline to this book is one that is a fairly common theme I really enjoyed that this book felt fresh and not over done. The author has written a book that is exciting and has left me looking forward to the rest of the series. Rowan and Alyssa are definitely what this book is all about. Their chemistry was undeniable and I loved watching the dynamic between them as it developed throughout the story. I never really knew where things were going to go with this story. The author has done a great job of keeping you on your toes, throwing in curve balls when you least expect it. This was a really great book and a brilliant way to start a new series.
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 Baker2023-01-30 15:29:222023-02-02 08:48:27Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker
Tam DeRudder Jackson, a fantasy and paranormal author, is a first time read for me. I love stories involving mythology, legends, and folklore so I was very excited to read Talisman. There is a lot of Celtic mythology that was touched on in Talisman that would be impossible to cover in one book, but I felt like Jackson did a pretty good job of explaining the relevant information in connection with the story. The story line flowed well from one aspect to another. The characters were realistic and fairly well-developed, even though many were goddesses and other legendary entities. There is a romantic aspect involved in Talisman as well that I found interesting. The deep connection between a Warrior and their Talisman is envious. I can’t wait to read the next book in this series!
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I really enjoyed this book. It was exciting and full of adventure. Alyssa and Rowan’s story was an epic love story. They had to battle a great evil to find their happy ending. I loved the author’s vivid story telling and really could not put the book down until I finished it. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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Talisman( The Talisman Series Book 1) By: Tam DeRudder Jackson Review By: Susan Ratchford 4 Stars
I am a lover of paranormal romance and Rowan and Alyssa’s story checked all the boxes for me! I haven’t enjoyed a series this much in a while, thank you Tam DeRudder Jackson! This book was very well written, with a Hunky male warrior and a strong female lead! The dialogue Jackson uses really helps the story come to life, I could almost hear what Rowan would sound like. The inclusion of Celtic mythology is the icing on the cake and makes Talisman a really interesting and fun read! I cannot wait to get my hands on Warrior, book 2 in this bold and sexy series! I highly recommend this book to anyone in need of a date night with a book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Susan Ratchfordhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSusan Ratchford2023-01-21 20:50:222023-01-27 08:03:57Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Susan Ratchford
This book is the first in the series and will have you wanting to finish it in one sitting. This book takes you on so many twists and turns that you won’t even know what to think or what to feel. This book is well written to where you will feel the same feeling that the characters are feeling. It is an absolute page turner. The steam in the story is really tastefully done that it fits in with the story line. The steam seems valid like you can actually picture it happening the way that it does between the characters. There is a lot of dialogue with the characters in this book but it doesn’t feel overdone it gives you, the reader, further insight to what is going on and help builds for the action pact sequences that follow. There is a bit of everything in this book that will appeal to all readers. You have your paranormal elements, action packed scenes, steam from a budding romance, and characters that are handling major things and still coming into their own. It is an easy read and you will constantly keep turning the pages just to see how things are going to end up.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Barbara Bohlshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBarbara Bohls2023-01-19 10:57:502023-01-27 07:47:41Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Barbara Bohls
I enjoyed reading this paranormal romance story. This is a new author for me which I look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I found this book to be well written and just of steamy romance. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and hard to put down. A story where that has twists and turns that you won’t see coming. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into their story with ease. The author used details to make the story realistic, I had no problems picturing myself in the story. I also enjoyed how relatable the characters are and how much they added to the story. They have great growth as well as chemistry throughout the story. This is the first book of the series and what a great start it is. I enjoyed reading this book 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 Wagner2023-01-18 14:50:232023-01-27 07:38:34Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This book was very different in the best way possible! I loved the story and how it really brought out Celtic history and made for a very interesting journey. It was an amazing read and a real page turner that I could not put down! This story was a unique fantasy plot I have not seen in other fantasy books before. It is a very unique story and I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys fantasy!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Noor Jivrajhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNoor Jivraj2023-01-18 10:23:322023-01-27 07:36:41Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Noor Jivraj
Talisman is the first book in The Talisman series by Tam DeRudder Jackson. This is the first book that I have read of Ms. DeRudder Jackson’s, so I was intrigued to see what I would find between her covers as I love anything paranormal– so this book had my attention before I’d even opened the cover. It starts off really well, so I was anticipating a fantastic story. But unfortunately, while the promise is there, it just doesn’t reach its full potential (for me). I couldn’t connect with the characters, or their story and I wasn’t invested in them at all- so that frustrated me no end. I felt the characters needed more development, with attention to their connection, chemistry, and personalities. With paranormal elements, romance, adventure, danger, intrigue, prophecy, magic, the talisman, Celtic mythology, warriors, good vs evil, history, and so much more— this story should have been a captivating read. But even though there are warriors and battles, adventure and more- the story lacks on the action and adventure side. I felt the author missed the opportunity to take this story to the next level by not creating more dramatic moments, developing more action in keeping with the whole warrior/good vs evil aspect of the storyline, as well as not amping up the tension enough – because if she had, that would have made this an incredibly addictive read, and set the whole series off to a stellar start. Also, there was a lot of info dumps, added details, and threads that didn’t lead anywhere or add to the overall story. So that was distracting, and quite frustrating. There is such a lot of dialogue too, so much so that I felt the story got ‘bogged down’ by it all. Like I said, the potential is there, so I am hoping that the issues with this book will be resolved in the next instalment/s. 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 Hayes2023-01-17 23:22:392023-01-18 09:42:45Talisman (The Talisman #1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Angela Hayes
I had not read any of the author’s previous books before this one, something I will be remedying immediately; as this was a fantastic start to what will be an explosive series. The author did an amazing job with the character development of Rowan and Alyssa and how their bond and connection grows. You feel the hesitancy of Alyssa to just take at face value what she is being told and Rowan’s urgency to help her feel safe, but also needing her to understand what he is telling her. The author’s background and understanding of Celtic mythology in the modern world gave me Percy Jackson vibes, but with a much more adult twist. Being from Montana, I do also enjoy a solid story that takes place here as well. If you are looking for an amazing Celtic mythology story that that been modernized, full of steamy romance, and vivid action and adventure, this will be a series for you!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Haller-Dorishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Haller-Doris2023-01-17 21:14:212023-01-18 09:42:02Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris
OMG!!!! This book had me on pins and needles the entire time. I am normally not one for romance but the chemistry from Rowan and Alyssa was just OMG!!!! I am in love with these characters and I can’t wait to read Book Two, Warrior. I have never wanted to learn more about the background of characters then I do with this book. There is a war and its raging inside everyone, Do Alyssa and Rowan win? You need to read it to find out. I promise you, you will not regret reading this book. I know I don’t regret it at all.
OMG!!!! This book had me on pins and needles the entire time. I am normally not one for romance but the chemistry from Rowan and Alyssa was just OMG!!!! I am in love with these characters and I can’t wait to read Book Two, Warrior. I have never wanted to learn more about the background of characters then I do with this book. There is a war and its raging inside everyone, Do Alyssa and Rowan win? You need to read it to find out. I promise you, you will not regret reading this book. I know I don’t regret it at all.
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 Berkebile2023-01-17 18:56:552023-01-18 09:41:01Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kirsten Berkebile
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