Evie and Damian are wonderful characters who have a deeper connection than you first expect, combine that with an enthralling storyline where something is always happening and some great steamy moments and in my opinion you definitely have a great book! To put it simply, this wonderful author just never disappoints so do yourself a favour and start reading today!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2022-10-07 05:32:532022-10-08 22:13:51Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Jules Herbert
I have read many books by Anise Storm and when I saw that this was her next book that was coming out, it was a no brainer that I would want to read this book. I was NOT disappointed it! This book had me on the edge of my seat from the first sentence to the very last. The book revolves around Evelyn, a girl who in her teens was tutoring a troubled teen and in the course of that fell in love with him and when he left was severely heartbroken. It also revolves around a Damian, who has grown up on the wrong sides of the tracks, who has had a severely troubled life who cannot seem to get Evelyn out of his head. When these two reconnect, there are sparks flying! I was reading so fast as I needed to know what happened next! If you want/need a great mafia, dark romance then this is the story for you!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlie Del Gallohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarlie Del Gallo2022-10-07 05:25:382023-08-05 14:19:53Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Carlie Del Gallo
Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm and Taylor L. Ray packs quite an emotional punch. It is an intriguing second chance romantic suspense- a mafia romance with a bit of a twist and plenty of danger, mystery, suspense, action, chemistry, red-hot sizzle, push-pull, angst, and a complex, layered storyline. I don’t want to go into this story too much, as I don’t want to spoil it for you. I’ll just say that not everything is as it seems, and there’s more going on than first appears. I loved the ‘twist’ to the story- I though that was a great touch and added an extra element of interest to the whole thing, for me. The character’s past history added some angst and emotion to the story as well. And I also loved that there was more than one source of danger- which kept the tension dialed up to high. I hope that the authors are setting things up for a series… hint, hint. As I felt there was ‘room’ here to add more instalments. We will have to wait and see. There was a lot going on here though, with a lot of information being delivered, so at times I did feel like the story bogged down with the ‘info dumps’. Then at other times, the story seemed to be rushed, and skate over things that I though needed more attention. But these issues weren’t enough to detract to much from the story and I look forward to seeing if this is just the groundwork for a new series. Happy Reading,
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2022-10-06 22:47:312022-10-08 22:11:17Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Angela Hayes
Wow! Just Wow! Despite the darkness in Breathe Underwater, I absolutely loved it! The authors put together a wonderfully written meaty story that keeps on enraptured till the end. I’m familiar with the one author which is what drew me to this book in the first place. I thoroughly enjoy their work. However the combination of unfamiliar author and familiar was pleasantly surprising. This book has some dark trigger warning themes. Has a brave/strong female lead character. It also has a male lead who is so ingrained in what he’s doing that lines start to cross. So what happens when those two characters were sweet on each other as teens and now 13 years later are back in each other’s lives? Evelyn and Damian were the two that never should fit, but they did and it was a perfect match. Till Evelyn’s dad got involved and upended their lives. Telling lies on both accounts, each thinking they were abandoned by the other. 13 years later they are now forbidden fruit. They know they shouldn’t but can’t resist. Damian tries to warn Evelyn away but she doesn listen. Evelyn knows better but keeps following her heart. Do they stay apart or make it work? Does Damian’s shady/secretive lifestyle get in the way? What about Evelyn’s dad? Trust me when I say if you like either of these authors you are going to want to read this book. If you are not familiar with them, now is your time to discover why they will be your new favorites!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Beverly Place-Finniehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBeverly Place-Finnie2022-10-06 22:38:462022-10-08 22:01:34Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Beverly Finnie
I have always loved romances that are based on a second chance, but this one really blew me away. I was intrigued and invested in the characters, and constantly longed for more! Amazing book!
I loved how this story of a second chance was not just butterflies and lollipops. It went deep, as well as dark in certain moments. The characters were torn apart from someone in their circle more less. And the truth came to light with other secrets. And made Evelyn and Damian re-consider their past and their possible future. I loved how the Mafia with Damian came to play. Definitely added to the tension and suspense of the story, The book was full of steam, romance, as well as moments you did not want to put the book down. The writing was sensational. Hard to let go of. I was very invested in these characters. There was very strong character development through the course of the story. Absolutely loved this book!
This is a book that is very much worth a read for many reasons. Plus the way the writing goes, keeps you invested and wanting to keep reading! Highly recommend this must read book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-10-06 07:51:472022-10-06 08:45:07Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Lorrene Huisman
Evelyn lost the one guy that she’s ever felt a strong pull toward, when the guy she was tutoring in her senior year of high school just disappears without warning and without any further contact. Damian was a teenager who was at the mercy of the adults in his life in high school, so when his parents tell him they are moving; he has no choice but to move. He chooses not to try to communicate with Evelyn even after she continues to try to reach him, because he is told that she doesn’t want anything to do with him, by her father, who does whatever is necessary to ensure that Damian is as far away from his daughter as possible. When Damian suddenly reappears in her life, Evelyn is initially angry about his departure all over again, but eventually learns the truth. Damian tries to keep Evelyn at arm’s length because his career as an undercover FBI agent in the Italian mob makes his life far too dangerous for her and he wants to protect her even though he can’t tell her the truth about his life. Overall, this was a good book. I did feel that most of the intimate scenes were over the top in the graphic department, but I understand that some people won’t necessarily agree.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candice Esteshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandice Estes2022-10-06 07:22:422022-10-06 08:43:48Breathe Underwater by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Candice Estes
Evelyn and Damian are two young lovers broken up by a father that thinks he can control everything by money. Fast-forward years later, Damian works undercover law enforcement in the mob. Assigned back to Dallas, Evelyn sees him running down her street. Paths cross and the dramatic adventure begins. This story is full of romance, steam, suspense, drama, and adventure. The storyline meshes together nicely. There are two storylines and they intertwine to flow smooth. A fast-paced read that you may enjoy.
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Anise Storm is a USA Today Bestselling author of Contemporary and Dark Romance.A Southern transplant, Anise is married with children. She has a love of football, shoes, and tall, dark heroes. When not spending time with family or traveling, she can be found either curled up with a good book or writing.
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