Kissing Darkness is the fifth book in the Dark Spell series by Isra Sravenheart. It is a superb addition to the series- a imaginative (dark-ish) fantasy with witches, magic, drama, deception, agendas, and much more. I have followed this uniquely original series right from the beginning, and the author never fails to surprise me, in a god way. Whenever I think I know what will happen- she twists it up a bit and leaves me wondering once more. This book ramps things up a bit, and things are not necessarily what they seem. I can’t wait to see where we go from here. I you haven’t read the previous four books yet, I highly recommend reading the other books before starting on this one, as knowing what happens previously will help you better understand and appreciate this book, as well as the series as a whole. 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 Hayes2021-11-28 08:52:382021-11-28 08:52:38Kissing Darkness (Dark Spell Series Book 5) by Isra Sravenheart – Review by Angela Hayes
This is the first book I’ve read by this author. The story caught my attention from the beginning where it described the area of Italy the family is from. The descriptions of the area is beautiful and the characters are also well written and helped transport me into the story. The history, romance, some suspense, and magic all combined to make this a story I didn’t want to put down. I really enjoyed this book and will be checking for future books by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Betsy Melanohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBetsy Melano2021-11-28 08:48:262021-11-28 08:48:26Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell – Review by Betsy Melano
“Strega- Magic: The Spirit Never Dies” written by Lynne Russell is a captivating historical novel surrounding an Italian family that uses magic. The first few chapters introduced many characters, which was a bit confusing for me at first and I struggled to get into the story. However, as soon as Annie was introduced, I was hooked! I truly admire the courage she had to make some difficult changes in her life in order to listen to her heart. The love story between her and Ian is very cute and her character was so strong and independent! Being Italian myself, I especially loved all of the detail given to traditions and descriptions of Italy! This was the first book I’ve read by Lynne Russell and I can’t wait to read more!
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Angela Scotti, also known as Annie is a woman who was born in November on the day that the baptismal font cracked in half at the local church, this is not a good omen, or at least not to her Italian-American family. When she was baptised in her grandmothers salad bowl, her family were up to their usual tricks and her Godfather was frantic and constantly clockwatching throughout as he was late to a meeting, but none of this surprised the priest who was running the baptism. She has been through a lot in her life from experiencing multiple tragedies to having an unusual childhood and family dynamic, but she has dealt with it all, however, the whispers she has been hearing at night all her life have started to become louder and more urgent, but her fiancée is not accepting what is happening and refuses to believer her, being the straight laced lawyer that he is. Meanwhile, she is learning how to become a healer, but the person who should be a mentor to her in the workplace has instead become someone who is against her with every fibre of their being, but what Annie doesn’t realise is that the stress she is under is about to send her on a quest to find herself and to a tiny town on the coast of Massachusetts.
While we learn about Annie and her life, we also learn about her family history, from the year 1617 where it all began with her ancestors, their destined meeting and the skills which were to be passed down through the feminine line of magic and witchcraft and it’s roots in Benevento in Italy land where a Strega, or witch was able to live freely and have a legendary place in that Southern Italian land and the mysterious liquore famed for its potency and enablement of everlasting love.
At the same time, the history of the small coastal town is being revealed to Annie piece by piece, but what she finds out leads her to both joy and despair as the events detailed in the year of 1899 weave themselves into an unexpected place in history. Will Annie be able to recognise the signs around her and live up to the Destino, or destiny which has been laid before her, or will she crack under the pressure and let defeat destroy everything she holds dear? This is a story of strength, weakness, happiness and sadness which takes you on an emotional rollercoaster as hidden truths and connections are revealed to the unprepared and told in a magical way which pulls you along, as you learn how past, present and future are all interlinked.
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This book is utterly captivating. I was immediately drawn into this story from the very first page. I was cheering for Annie the entire time that she was on a fascinating journey of self discovery. This book really highlights how important it is to listen to your intuition and to always follow your heart. Just because the life you want might not be what’s expected of you it’s never to late to change the course of your life and take a different path. It can be so hard to reach for happiness but it’s worth the risk and the connection between Annie and Ian is sheer magic! The flashbacks to an older time and exploring family history was so fascinating. This book is unlike anything I’ve ever read before and I absolutely adored it! This is definitely a must read story of romance and self discovery that transcends time itself.
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Strega: Magic: The Spirit Never Dies is such a wonderful read! It is out of my normal genre but I found it refreshing and welcomed the fantastic story-telling of the author. The way she was able to describe the characters, scenery, and emotions made me feel as though I was a spectator in 1800’s Italy and modern day Massachusetts. Even though a love story is at the center of this novel, it is far from a romance. The twists and turns made me want to keep reading until I was finished and even then, I wish the story could have gone on longer. I loved this book!
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The best thing for me is finding new authors and new books. This was just the ticket. I love paranormal or fantasy type books and I love the way this one was written. The multi timeline element of this book really works well. I like how the past was used and how it really was the key to everything. The author really has a unique and refreshing story.
I was really hooked from the beginning and I could not put this book down. From the historical part of the book to the present day the story was flawless and really flowed well. I look forward to more from this author and I really hope this is the beginning of a good series.
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Following this tale never gets old! Honestly such an exceptional writer and series. I never want it to end. The perfect amount of conflict, drama, and spicyness. I dont know how I made it so long without this author but get the books now. You wont be disappointed!!
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The darkness has taken over and there is deception and lies everywhere. This is the fifth book in this series and each one gets a little better than the one before. There is something for everyone to love in this dark paranormal fairy-tale-esque story, with magic and witches, danger and deceit, suspense and drama, demonic sorceress and revenge. Not everyone is as they seem and each and every one of them have their own agenda of lies to get what they want but they each get far more than they bargained for when the dark vs the light. No wonder her heart has blackened and her soul has turned towards the dark. Beware what you create. Reviewed by @jennadb
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Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell. This book was so good. It’s not a book you can read lightly you really have to think about it and pay attention but that made it much more real to me. Its the story of the women in the Ciofani family who are from Italy and they use magic. I really enjoyed Annie and she was such a strong, independent woman who mad great strides in her life thru this book. Annie came out stronger than ever due to things she had to undergo. The writing in this book made me feel like I was in Italy and made me almost believe I had magical powers! The story has a lot of action and you will be amazed at how fast you turn the pages. Do yourself a favor and read this amazing novel about Italian women and their magical powers!
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This is a detailed and rich story that takes you on journey right from the first page. I found the whole story to be so interesting. It is completely different to what I would expect from this author but it was a great story nonetheless. It was easy to imagine what the author was describing. The settings, the characters were all vivid and real. The author really does pull you into the story and it feels like you are experiencing it with the main character. I thought this was a well written book that is certainly worth your time.
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Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell. This book was so good. It’s not a book you can read lightly you really have to think about it and pay attention but that made it much more real to me. Its the story of the women in the Ciofani family who are from Italy and they use magic. I really enjoyed Annie and she was such a strong, independent woman who mad great strides in her life thru this book. Annie came out stronger than ever due to things she had to undergo. The writing in this book made me feel like I was in Italy and made me almost believe I had magical powers! The story has a lot of action and you will be amazed at how fast you turn the pages. Do yourself a favor and read this amazing novel about Italian women and their magical powers!
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 Treadway2021-11-22 11:32:412021-11-23 06:55:07Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell – Review by Tausha Treadway
Strega- Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell. I have read quite a few of this author’s books before and really enjoyed each and every one. This book is a bit of a departure from what I have come to expect- but just as well written and enjoyable as the others. It also has the humorous touches that I love about her books. A romantic suspense with witches, history, magic, the paranormal, drama, reincarnation, betrayal, tragedy, and dramatic developments…. which kept me turning the pages to discover how everything played out in the end. Looking forward to seeing what she does next. 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 Hayes2021-11-22 11:26:402021-11-22 11:26:40Strega – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies by Lynne Russell – Review by Angela Hayes
Literally, this book had me under its spell! I had always had an interest in magic and all that goes along with it. I for one have always been a believer, and wondered on the history as well as what different kinds of magic existed. I was pulled right in, many things were going on, but it made the appeal more amazing!
The story of the awesome female courageous characters sold the deal for me right from the bat. All I got to meet while reading had different strengths and really showed how powerful they were, not just with the magic, but mentally minded. I loved that aspect. I was very much interested in the fact the book dealt with Italian Magic. It was all new to me and certainly brought on the intrigue! For me Annie was so easy to love as a character. She was the one who had to undergo a lot, and she came out stronger than I think both her and I thought possible. The story brought on action and everything gets explained as you read though! I do love a book that makes me question in the first few chapters, and I get answers later!
The pace was very easy flowing as I have said. The events that happened made the story take shape. I wish I was there with Annie, I would have had so many questions and wanted to partake in the experiences. The book was well thought out in terms of writing, I really enjoyed it. Its one I will be recommending to people as well. The history that came to light, more less the past, it was very visual for me and it made sense completely, and was a nice thing for the story I found. It was a wonderful, amazing, and magical read that was very enjoyed! The story brought everything, and delivered well!
This was a good read, it brought on emotions and suspense very well for me as well as the other adaptions I had gained from reading this book. I was intrigued more than I can put into words. The history was my favorite part and watching Annie grow and shape, and learning about the Italian magic and past and things happened was amazing to visualize! High recommendation for this amazing book!
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This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by her. I never hesitate to pick up one of her books as they are engaging and I know I am in for a great paranormal adventure. This is a well written story about light and dark coming together as one as well as both are about to go head to head. The characters are connectable who not only made the story entertaining but also kept me turning pages fast. This is a fast paced story that I found hard to put down. This is another adventure with Irsa and a race against time to save lives. I enjoyed her character, who is my favorite but also how the secondary characters are supportive. They are creative and made me want to know what happened next. A story that took me on an adventure where you never know what is lurking in the shadows. I truly enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
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This was a really good book! I’ll admit, at the start I was a little iffy on it, and it took several chapters to really get into it and start understand what was going on but once that got cleared up I couldn’t put this book down and it made it a very quick story to read! It was so good! The imagery is incredible. The author is able to describe every that is seen and felt in incredible detail and I felt like I was there with every character in this story, no matter what time period. I was extremely impressed with that. This is not the first book I’ve read from this author before but I wasn’t sure what to expect wit this story. But I highly recommend this one, it was really good, and enthralling to read!
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Starting out, this book got me with the synapsis. I started reading and it drew me in even more. Getting to read about the Italian magic was interesting. Seeing the female lead going through struggles to what she thought was mental illness and turned out not to be was thrilling and amazing. I’m glad I gave this book a chance. The writing was done beautifully, and I could see the book playing in my mind. The story progressed at a well pace, it wasn’t too fast or too slow. The characters were relatable and I could connect with them. I suggest reading this book and giving it a chance! You won’t regret it!
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What an incredibly intense story! Annie goes through so much. She is incredibly strong. We watch her grow as the story develops and progresses. The author did a fantastic job with this story. It just flowed together so effortlessly and seamless. The plot just fell into place and was easy to follow. The characters were incredible and I found myself able to relate with some of them. At times it felt like an emotions roller coaster. An amazing book. Highly recommended!
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Isra now walks in the shadows since giving her heart up to the darkness. She finds herself gloating when Everilda shows up but Everilda has her own journey of darkness unbeknownst to Isra when the demonic sorceress Rhiannon reveals a secret that could tear Everilda’s world apart.
Astrid the raven has witnessed Isra’s transition and is still keeping a friendly eye on her. Astrid eavesdrops on a private conversation between James and Samuel and is furious upon hearing that James has been given the role to befriend Isra. More importantly, James and Samuel have elaborately set it up so that Isra will be residing in a secluded fortress where they can safely keep watch on her. However, Isra is reluctant despite Samuel’s beautifully concocted plan.
Samuel the light-bringer has got his own ideas in mind for Isra when he comes down in person to speak with her. He introduces himself to Isra as a being of the light and gives her what he believes is an appealing alternative but will his soft approach work with Isra’s rigid heart?
Astrid rebels against Samuel’s authority and meets up with Isra only now he’s in a very handsome human form thanks to the demoness Rhiannon. For the first time ever, Astrid is able to get close to Isra in any way that he pleases but Astrid has something more sinister in mind for the dark sorceress. Astrid wants to unleash Isra’s full potential. He’s priming her for darkness. To ensure she becomes the destructive force that everyone has proclaimed her to be.
Now Samuel must get to Isra and Astrid in time before all hell breaks loose. And literally, since Astrid offers Isra the opportunity to be herself by offering her potent powerful magics that she once held claim to until Samuel had taken it away from her when they had first met.
You’ve tasted the darkness. You’ve lived in its gruesome claws, hiding amongst the shadows as it lured you with its bewitching call. But now dark and light is about to go head to head.
USA Today Best-Selling Author Isra Sravenheart tells a tale in which darkness can be the best friend you seek or the ultimate enemy. There can only be one way this can go as light and dark come together in the penultimate battle.
Isra Sravenheart, USA Today bestselling lives in a fantasy world while writing elements of life and love into her books. Digging in the dark fantasy realm, her preferred area is creating villians that have hearts but she loves a good hero/ heroine. Dragons, witches and ravens are her forte!
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A very well-written novel that follows the women of the Ciofani family through time. These ‘wise women’ are intuitive, intelligent, romantic and strong – they are young independent women and the backbones of their families. I really enjoyed following the women that Russell drew for us, and the choices that determined their fates. The lush descriptions of Italy and Italian family tradition had me eating pasta and drinking wine three nights in a row… never a bad decision. The plot was very engaging and the way the authour was able to bring the past to life was gorgeous. Definitely recommend!
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This is certainly a different style I have come to know from this author but that does not mean bad. On the contrary it is a unique and consuming story. It is set in Italy back in the 1600’s and 1800’s where the narrative and the history lets you see the author’s vision. There is witches and magic, reincarnations and treachery. Even though there is love there is tragedies that have not only shaped her life and the person she is but those of the ones who came before. But there is also humour and this author does humour so well. Will she be able to understand the whispers that surround her before time is up? Is she strong enough to weather the oncoming storm? This romantic story has enough suspense, drama and just the right amount of humour to keep the pages turning. Reviewed by @jennadb
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This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites yet. I enjoy being pulled into her stories by her attention to details and writing style. Her characters are connectable and bring the story to life. This book is no different. The characters are creative and unique. They are strong and made the story entertaining for me. This is a faster paced story that is engaging to the end. This is a story about a woman who has a past and a present that is in jeopardy of destroying her. A story written with a lot of heart and you can feel that in each character. She is in search of love and hope but you never know where she might find it. This is a really great story that I loved. I highly recommend this book and this author.
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“I was born on the white November day the Baptismal font cracked. Big, and right down the middle. Not a good sign in the Italian immigrant stronghold of Ocean County, New Jersey. Six weeks later, the second they wrapped up the christening my Godfather – running late for a meeting at an unspecified location – gently kissed my forehead and signaled to the bouncer waiting at the door to ‘Git the friggin cah stahted.’ And that’s the good part.” – Annie
STREGA – Magic: The Spirit Never Dies is a rich novel from acclaimed storyteller Lynne Russell, set along the shores of modern day Massachusetts and in the Old Country of southern Italy, where the hereditary witchcraft of Benevento province is legendary. Indeed, Strega means witch in Italian. Steeped in history but with a sense of humor, this is a tale of Reincarnation, Family, Love, Hope. About the Joy we can pull out of suffering. About Feminine Sovereignty and Gifts passed down through the ages. And about a certain magical liquore enjoyed to this very day, and the importance of sharing it with your true other half.
Angela Scotti (Annie) is a third-year medical student very near to achieving her dream of becoming a healer. But destiny, Destino, has other plans for her. Tragedies in her short life refuse to give her peace. Worse, her fiancé, a successful New York divorce lawyer, gives no credence to the urgent whispers she has begun to hear in the night. They swirl around her and warn that the clock is ticking, that the time is near, but they never say what she should do. Even worse, in her hospital work her mentor has become her enemy, and she faces the fight alone.
This beautifully written, cinematic account of the women who preceded Annie moves smoothly through Italy of 1617 and 1899. Today, a prisoner of her unsettled present, Annie flees to the calming waves and fresh salt air of Massachusetts. Without warning she runs headlong into the frightening Past, a past that threatens to destroy her. Yet she finds hope, and love, and herself in the most unlikely places. Will she recognize it in time?
LYNNE RUSSELL is the first woman to anchor a regular network primetime nightly newscast, 33,000+ of them. For her unbiased dedication to the People’s Right to Know, The New York Times called her a “just-the-facts stalwart of CNN Headline News”. They also called her a news anchor with the personality of a professional wrestler, which she took as a compliment. Washington Journalism Review: a spot as Best in the Business. The Washington Post: “We are, frankly, devastated by the news…Lynne Russell is leaving…the future seems a little sadder.”
Now she writes tales of magical realism, Strega, and the PJ Santini series of romantic crime novels, including Hell On Heels, Heels Of Fortune, and Love Heels! PJ Santini is the TV journalist and private eye whom Rita Zekas of The Toronto Star calls “the love child of Janet Evanovich and Elmore Leonard”. Russell’s style is compared to James Patterson and his character Alex Cross.
As for serious storytelling, Lynne is equally proud of having hosted the first U.S. cable in the classroom project with Bob Cain, as their “CNN Week in Review” was introduced in schools.
Private investigator, double black belt, former Deputy Sheriff, she and her husband live near Washington, D.C. and in Italy.
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Edward’s Magic of intuition combined with Mia’s Earth Magic sends flames across the pages of this tale. While I was a bit put off on book four I absolutely loved book 5. Author AJ Renee brings back her originality, great imagination and fun writing style to make this story unforgettable! What a great end (if it really is the end, which I am also a bit sad about) to an overall amazing series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dahniellehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDahnielle2021-10-26 21:18:012021-10-27 07:31:16Cursed Luck (Broderick Coven Book 5) by AJ Renee – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert
Carter and Vanessa’s story is sweet and touching. I have loved reading this series and that is why I was a bit sad when certain bits of the story fell flat for me. There could have been more details and the story could have been filled out a bit to add to it that mystical, suspenseful, romantic bent that really set these stories apart from other paranormal romances. Carter is a healer and fortuitously a doctor by trade. Vanessa finds a neighbor at death’s door and rushes him to the emergency where she meets Carter and the sparks fly. So while this book was far from my favorite in this series I am not giving up on AJ Renee. I still loved the first three books and have high hopes for book 5.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dahniellehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDahnielle2021-10-26 20:58:162021-10-27 07:29:33Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert
Looking for magic, mystery, suspense and steamy romance? Look no further you have found it in this amazing series by author AJ Renee. This tale is innovative and inspired. AJ Renee is truly a visionary with an impressive imagination. Series novels that have a continuing arc are my favorite reads especially when they continue to show you previous characters stories intertwined with the new stars of the next novels. This series does just that and we continue to catch glimpses into Brandy’s life. Brandy was the heroine in book one, Cursed Love. You definitely want to start with book one. These stories are intertwined and really can not be read as a stand alone book. In this book we follow Brandy’s brother, Ethan who had just found out he is an Oracle and Serena who is High Priestess of her coven. Will their attraction turn to love and will their love be strong enough to defy even the strongest magical forces? HEA ahead!!! AJ Renee has a new fan! I am on to book three!! You won’t regret reading this series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dahniellehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDahnielle2021-10-26 20:08:352021-10-27 07:26:54Cursed Sight (Broderick Coven Book 2) by AJ Renee – Review by Dahnielle Hibbert
Another book in the Broderick Coven Series this book main focus is Vanessa and Carter. The writing is impeccable and the flow of the story just hits right,you feel a connect to the characters straight away. Carter a gifted healer he’s such a lovely soul. Vanessa a career driven lady with a hell of compassion and a brain to boot. Just read and see.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Piperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPiper2021-10-25 14:02:232021-10-26 08:11:40Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Piper Foster
Another great book to add to the Broderick Coven Series. Reene has done great at her descriptive work and bringing all these creatures and this world into a bright shining light. Edward and Mia are the main character in this book Edward is absolutely amazing he has great intuition. Mia is a neglected young lady by her parents but yet so strong.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Piperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPiper2021-10-25 13:07:012021-10-26 08:11:10Cursed Luck (Broderick Coven Book 5) by AJ Renee – Review by Piper Foster
I really enjoyed Mia and Edwards story in this Paranormal Romance. Being my first AJ Renee book I was pleasantly surprised, having not read the other books in the series I was still able to really enjoy this one and not feel too lost. I will definitely be adding her other books to my to read list! There was fantastic chemistry between the characters and great world building. I found it such a easy enjoyable read and before I knew it I had finished the book. Definitely a must read to Paranormal Romance lovers.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ediehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngEdie2021-10-23 22:37:242021-10-24 07:26:41Cursed Luck (Broderick Coven Book 5) by AJ Renee – Review by Edie Kelleher
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