I absolutely loved this book. It really threw me for a loop that the twins weren’t really biologically Julie’s. This book proves everything happens for a reason. Julie needed those kids and those kids needed her. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Diazhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Diaz2023-08-30 16:00:572023-09-09 12:29:41As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Angela Renee Diaz
This book questions nature/nurture and the true meaning of family. And how families react to the decisions of the recently deceased. Julie and Grant unexpectedly gain each other as well as 4 year old twins. I enjoyed the kids’ reactions to the trauma they have experienced, because I felt it was realistic. Touching moments occur throughout the book. I personally didn’t care for the ending (but i am really picky about book endings).
This was my first novel I read by this author, and looking forward to reading All I’m Asking. My go to genre is psychological thriller or mystery, so As Though You Were Mine was a refreshing read of more “normal” humans than my typical.
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 Crain2023-08-30 12:25:222023-09-09 12:28:09As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Jennifer Crain
As Though You Were Mine is a heartwarming story that centers around the character of Julie who has just learned that her brother and sister-in-law have both passed away in a car accident. She is surprised to learn that she was named as guardian of their four-year-old twins, Lucy, and Mikey. Julie has vowed to remain single and therefore feels ill equipped and unprepared to raise children. Julie is determined to make the best of the situation and feels a sense of obligation to the children not just because they are her niece and nephew but because she is, in a sense, their mom. When Julie learned that her brother and sister-in-law were unable to have children of their own, she donated her eggs to them. Biologically speaking, she is, in a sense, their mom.
Enter Grant, who is her deceased sister-in-law’s brother and who was the sperm donor. He also feels a sense of obligation towards Lucy and Mikey as their biological father. Julie and Grant enter into a partnership to raise the children as their own. A situation that proves to be complicated for numerous reasons. Lucy and Mikey are suffering from the loss of their parents, and it is affecting their behavior. Mikey has night terrors and has not spoken since the accident. Lucy acts out and has temper tantrums. Julie’s family feels that she is not the best person to raise her niece and nephew and feel that her sister would be a better fit. Her relationship with her family is a bit strained and this risks creating more tension within the family. And then there’s Grant, who Julie feels a connection to and finds herself attracted to. Will Julie’s family stand by her decision to raise her niece and nephew? Is there any chance of a relationship between Julie and Grant?
This book drew me in from the first pages when Julie’s estranged brother and his wife passed away in a car accident. The storyline was heart wrenching, and the characters were lovable and relatable. Julie stayed true to herself and stood by her choices. She was smart, strong, determined, loving, and kind. The emotions that Julie experienced were real, raw, and overwhelming. She loved her brother and always hoped that somehow, they could mend the rift that had come between them and have a close sibling relationship. That chance was ripped away from her when he passed away. The strained relationship she had with her parents and sister became even more strained when they told her that her sister would be the better choice as guardian to her niece and nephew. My heart broke for poor Julie because she really had little to no support from those around her. Nobody felt confident in her ability to raise children. However, she was determined to raise her niece and nephew to the best of her ability and provide them with a loving and supportive home environment. When Grant enters the picture Julie finds someone who loves her, supports her, and is there for her and the children. As Grant and Julie navigate the struggles of sudden parenthood, they find support in each other as well as unexpected romance. This book was an emotional rollercoaster ride full of tragedy, grief, loss, sadness, anger, betrayal, family dynamics, hope, romance, love, and forgiveness. I highly recommend this book!
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 Barnes2023-08-30 11:11:332023-09-09 12:27:22As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
Wow this book was such an emotional read. It was so hard reading all the struggles and fights that Julie had to go through but her strength was amazing. When Julie donated her eggs to allow her brother and sister in law to become parents she only ever imagine she would be an aunty and she was happy with that. She never really wanted her own kids so helping them seemed the perfect idea. That is until a accident took them away and left Julie as legal guardian to four year old twins. From that moment on Julie’s life is turned upside down and inside out. As well as dealing with her own grief she now has to learn how to take care of and help 2 little people who struggle just as much from the loss of their parents. Julie struggles to manage everything, the kids, the grief, her job with an inflexible boss everything is one struggle after another and more than once Julie wonders if she is good enough and whether her brother and sister made the right choice in selecting her to care for their children. When the children’ uncle Grant turns up offering to help Julie isn’t as happy as she thought she would be. Does he have another reason for wanting to be around? Does he think he is going to take those kids away from her? It’s the Julie realises that she has to fight for those babies harder than anything she has ever fought for in her life. Even when everyone including her parents doubt her abilities to raise these kids she is determined to prove them all wrong.
I loved Julie’s growth through this story and as she learns to think like a parent you see her fight appear when it comes to being the best parent she can be for those children no matter what anyone else’s opinion is.
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 Carr2023-08-30 08:56:572023-09-09 12:27:11As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Kerry Carr
Just WOW!! You are immediately drawn into this book right from the very start with a huge life changing event and you are held captive by this amazing authors talented writing and powerful storyline. Be ready to feel a rollercoaster of emotions as you turn each page of this must read book! this book will pull your heartstrings but you don’t want to miss it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-08-30 08:42:032023-09-09 12:26:50As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Jules Herbert
This is a beautiful story. Julie becomes the guardian of her 4-year old niece and nephew after her brother and his wife’s passing. She donated her eggs so they could have children which makes this even more beautiful. First, I loved the writing. This is a hard situation that you could feel in the writing. Death of a loved one, especially an estranged loved one, is hard. You can feel the pain, the loss and all the emotions from the family left behind. Your heartbreaks for the kids. Second, you rejoice as Julie and the kids begin to work out and adjust to their new living situation. This also brings the extended family back together. It’s kind of nice to see this happen. I felt tears well up as Julie called the wife’s family and they didn’t really show interest in seeing the grandchildren any more. Raising one of mine makes me wonder why, other than grief this is. We find out later that their son helped create the children also. Third, watching Julie and Grant develop was an absolute treat. That felt natural. Yes, it takes time. I do have to say it’s so much better than seeing her with the other. It also allows a piece of mama’s family to be there. This is one of the best pieces of family fiction that I have read this year and if I were allowed to give it more than 5 stars I would. Bravo!
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 Kittell2023-08-30 06:35:512023-09-02 21:53:48As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Shelly Kittell
This book got me all the way to the end where it made me angry in the surprise twist. Ugh. And I mean that very loud and obnoxiously. No, in seriousness it was a great book, and had all the proper feelings. It’ll make you laugh, it’ll make you cry. I do wish I learned more about Mikey but it wasn’t a necessity for the story. Definitely recommend, keep tissues close by though!
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 Merritt2023-08-30 05:52:372023-09-09 12:26:15As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Tonya Merritt
4.5 stars What a tale. Tissues please. As Though You Were Mine will have you all twisted up in knots. I am glad I scooped it up to read. You can’t help but fall in love with the MC. She is real and goes through so much heartache, J. Marie Rundquist certainly put her through her paces. Julie did the one selfless thing she could do for her family that was supposed to last a lifetime. Now that lifetime had gone after a horrendous tragedy. Julie finds herself scared and desperate and, in a situation, where she never thought she would be, but two adorable little ones now depend on her for everything. Will her life once again be turned upside down when another enters her life? To find out make sure you get on board and read it today! There is fear, passion, hope, love, wonder and forgiveness and way much more in this heartfelt tale. I was so drawn into the story that I kept turning the page to get to see what was happening. I could not put it down. This is one book that should be on everyone’s TBR list at the very top.
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 Bishop2023-08-30 05:29:012023-09-02 21:54:50As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist – Review by Jenni Bishop
Julie Mercer donated her eggs to help her brother and sister-in-law conceive via in-vitro fertilization, never expecting a few years later, she would have to take full responsibility for those children after they lose their parents in a car accident. Julie never wanted kids of her own, and now she suddenly needs to make room in her small apartment for four-year-old twins who thrust additional challenges at her as they work through their grief and trauma. With Lucy throwing intense tantrums and Mikey not talking at all, Julie doubts her ability to raise her niece and nephew as her own. When Grant, the twins’ uncle–and also their biological father–shows up at her door, he says he wants to help, but is he sincere? Or does he have a hidden agenda to fight for custody? With her family also questioning her role as guardian and her job on the line in the face of an inflexible boss as she deals with the sudden life changes, Julie must determine whether her brother and sister-in-law really did make the best decision by entrusting their kids to her.
Marie Rundquist believes a day isn’t complete without time spent reading. Stories she loves best–to read and to write–feature characters from all walks of life who learn from one another. When she isn’t writing, you’ll find J. Marie exploring all the K-12 public education world has to offer through teaching, learning, and supporting others in their educational roles.
In spite of trying to live in other parts of the U.S., J. Marie accepted her fate and now embraces six-month winters in Minnesota, showing off photos of hiking in sub-zero temperatures. She lives in the Twin Cities with her family, two cats, and a never-ending supply of Dr. Pepper.
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Pardon the pun and apologies if I offend anyone but Stout “ boldly went where no woman has gone before “ for that I lift my hat off to you madam you were not scared to go where some wouldn’t as it may be seen as taboo 😉
Rebecca has a bedroom problem and while she’s down it feel like the universe is conspiring against her because everything seems to be going wrong her boss doesn’t seem to be happy with her work or attitude , her roommate moves out to live her life I would just lie in a heap and feel sorry for myself but not Rebecca she’s ready to take on the challenges head on and hello who’s the yummy speciMAN that’s just moved in , her inspiration I hope 🔥😉
Rebecca made it feel like I was hanging with a girlfriend because I went through all the motions , I felt sorry for her , I got annoyed with her , I got irritated with her and at times I just wanted to climb in the book and come to her defence ! Thank you for the trip to New York 😉
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2023-08-27 08:39:572023-09-05 14:53:27Love, Only Better (Bold Journeys Book 1) by Paulette Stout – Review by Heidi Sturgess
I went into this book blind and have not read any of the author’s other work. It was an easy and quick read. The author pulled me into her characters story effortless and I was unable to put it down. I will be going back and reading the earlier book in the series for sure.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trista Martinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrista Martin2023-08-26 14:06:342023-09-05 14:49:55The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Trista Martin
“ Love anchors the soul . An anchor is a reminder of one’s roots and origin” …. I just love this quote that marks the start of a brilliant read
Gabby comes from a wealthy family , her daddy is is a well know and influential oil baron and cattle rancher and he’s also power hungry …..
Richard is in the running to be the next governor of Texas , his assistant Amanda wants to be more than his assistant and is cruel and unkind to Gaby and she gives off negatives vibes , I really don’t like her 🤮
Now Gaby and Richard have history , they were once engaged before but Richard cheated on her so she walked away and fell in love with Brett , they got married and only a few moths into their marriage Brett had a bull riding accident , went into a coma and never woke up and she was heart broken and thanks to her son Matthew she held on to her sanity but I must be honest when I say I questioned her going back to Richard and while I see the method in the madness I wanted to shake her up and tell her to smell the roses ….a leopard never changes it’s spots…
Matthew had a twin brother that he didn’t know about and when Brandon first makes contact with Gaby my heart breaks , I can’t begin to imagine what it must be like to miss the person you love and them come face to face with someone that’s his mirror image !?
Brandon dotes on little Matthew and Gabby and he’s also just holding on the family that he’s got left so it really a bittersweet situation
Then we have Stan , the man that’s always been there for Gabby and Matthew but he also needs to move on with his life but Marie isn’t the right woman for him …
This girl is living her version of a dispute with all the love and drama surrounding her but she pulls herself together and realises what and who is right under her nose🥰
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Heidihttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHeidi2023-08-26 03:37:062023-09-05 14:49:22The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Heidi Sturgess
I love love loved this book! I read it as a standalone because I did not pay attention to the fact that it was a series. I didn’t feel lost or anything, but I definitely want to circle back and read all of the books in this series now though! This was an emotional rollercoaster ride, and I appreciate the depth of the characters. I feel like Gabby is an incredibly relatable character. I was immediately invested in these characters as well, so the author did a fantastic job creating this story! The flow of the story was just wonderful as I never felt jolted back into reality. I read this book in one sitting and highly recommend you pick it up to get lost in the emotional romance!
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 Kern2023-08-25 21:07:112023-09-05 14:40:23The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Shannen Kern
The Anchor Knot was a great read for me. It was definitely a page turner for me. I had trouble to putting the book down, it was THAT good. I would love to check out other books written by this author because I loved her writing style. The details was on point. The characters and world building was on point.
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 Fink2023-08-25 18:19:012023-09-05 14:37:14The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Melissa Fink
The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly. This is such a good read. Its the story of Gabby who is in a bad time in her life. Her husband is dying and in a moment of weakness she ends up sleeping with a guy from her past and gets pregnant. After her husband dies the father of their baby is running for Governor. Gabby works on a ranch and the owner of the ranch’s father is backing Richard who is now her finance. The ranch owner is the one who convinces Gabby to accept the engagement. The problem is she’s not in love with Richard. She has to keep secrets to keep Richard from losing the election and she hates doing that. She also isn’t in love with Richard. Gabby just wants to live on the ranch and live a simple life. Gabby has also gotten really close with her late husbands twin brother Brandon. Who will Gabby choose to live her life with? Will she choose Richard and live a life of lies or will she choose Brandon and live a life of happiness. Read The Anchor Knot to find out!
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 Treadway2023-08-25 16:46:142023-09-05 14:37:05The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Tausha Treadway
Liz has been raised by her grandmother since she was 10. And she was a very loving and devoted grandma, to the point that she’s still lovingly meddling even in death. Liz goes on an adventure where she discovers that her grandmother wasn’t just her grandmother but had a rather spectacular life she gave up to raise her. She also meets a handsome man who knew her grandmother along the way! Very good book with a sweet love story built in!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nichole Chrismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNichole Chrisman2023-08-24 16:59:252023-09-05 14:02:56Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Nichole Chrisman
Gabby is a young widow and is being pressured to live a certain life. She wants to make her father and others around her happy but in doing so she is completely putting aside the chance to find her own happiness. I actually think Gabby is a much stronger person than she gives herself credit for being. It is an emotional journey for her for sure. The author created a great storyline and wonderful characters to entertain her readers. This is book 6 in the series, however it is the first book in this series that I have read and my enjoyment was in no way hindered by having not read the rest of the series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-08-24 03:19:382023-09-05 14:07:05The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Jules Herbert
Liz’s Road Trip is a wonderfully written Contemporary Romance Women’s Fiction that I absolutely loved reading. It’s a fun yet emotional story that will take you on quite the journey. Liz finds herself on a road trip along with a feline companion to carry out her grandmother’s last wishes. She learns once she arrives at her grandmother’s house that there was lots she didn’t know about her grandmother. Mark has been writing Liz’s grandmother’s biography and bot does Liz learn more about her than she ever expected. Liz has lots of challenging changes to work through and learn to live while she’s at it. I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. You’ll find yourself tearing up along the way but it’s worth the heartache. 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 Daughenbaugh2023-08-23 18:00:182023-09-05 13:58:06Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly is a great romance story
If Gabby King’s secret becomes known, it might derail her boyfriend Richard Wright’s bid for the office of Texas governor. While Texas voters may overlook a candidate’s unwed child, finding out that he has a son as a result of an affair with a married lady will surely spark controversy.The powerful oil tycoon and cattle rancher Wayne King, Gabby’s father, convinces his daughter to agree to his scheme to get her and Wright into the governor’s house. Amanda Jason, the campaign manager for Richard, wants Wright and the position of first lady of Texas and will do whatever it takes to replace Gabby.
Every page had you hanging on every sentence and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a very unique story with even compelling people. The story really transports you into this world. I couldn’t put the book down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shadel Ayerbehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShadel Ayerbe2023-08-23 17:53:422023-09-05 13:57:59The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Shadel Ayerbe
Heartwarming, adventure, friendship, discovery, secrets, healing and romance….this was a fantastic story that gave me so many feels and I could not get enough. I highly recommend this book so much and it is one of my favorite reads by far.
Liz Evans hits the road to embark on a journey that takes her from Colorado to Palm Beach wanting to carry out her grandmother’s wishes to the end. With a crazy cat in tow, the surprise discovery and secrets when Liz finds out that her grandmother was a big Star in Hollywood! When Liz meets a good friend of her grandmother, Mark, whom has been living in her Florida mansion……Liz navigates to get to know people who knew her grandmother including Mark. Will Liz learn and embrace this new life journey?
Wonderfully written….give this story a try, you will not be disappointed.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorralei Hoernerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorralei Hoerner2023-08-23 14:41:022023-09-05 14:12:29Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Lorralei Hoerner
I really loved this book. Liz is a young woman who is a writer for a magazine. At the story’s beginning, we find out that her grandmother is about to pass. She is the only person Liz has in her life, minus her best friend. After her grandmother’s passing, she is trying to figure out what to do next, she feels she doesn’t have anybody. Well, she starts to handle her grandmother’s affairs and starts to find out that Gran has many secrets. These secrets lead her on a journey of her own. Liz is a girl who doesn’t go anywhere, try new things, and definitely does not fly. However, because her grandmother has certain wishes for her, she goes on this journey to find out who this woman really was, and in the process finds herself. This is also a love story of many. She isn’t sure if the journey will be worth it, but she loves her grandmother so much that she is willing to try. Sooo much happens in this story and I didn’t want to give too much away. What I will say is that Liz is the character that you watch grow over her experience. I think she is very relatable to many people with her intimidations in life, dealing with death, and then trying to find a new life beyond those people. There were times when I found her a little annoying, but it was more personal than anything about the book itself. I found this book to be quite healing in a way; it gives perspective on life and death. I also enjoyed many of the other characters that you come to learn about, especially Mark. He is so special in this book and the character is smart, lovable, patient, and kind. It was also quick-paced so I will be interested in reading other books by this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dr. Anya Schultzhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDr. Anya Schultz2023-08-23 13:52:262023-09-05 14:12:12Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz
Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie. This has quickly become one of my favorite authors. I loved this book. Its the story of Liz whose Grandmother has passed away and her grandmothers last wishes are soon to be known. Liz knows part of them but doesn’t realize there is a lot more to them than her grandmother told her. Liz takes off from their hometown of Denver, Colorado and plans to travel to Palm Beach to spread her ashes. Traveling with her grandmothers cat she discovers all kinds of secrets once she gets there. One being her grandmother was a big Hollywood Star and has a mansion in Florida. Living in that mansion is her grandmothers good friend Mark who is writing her grandmothers biography. Finding out her grandmother had many affairs and lived a life Liz knew nothing about is blowing her mind. When there are sparks between Mark and Liz that just adds to the whole mess. I loved every second of this book. So fun and entertaining. Can’t wait to read whatever else this author has in store!
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 Treadway2023-08-23 09:34:112023-09-05 14:10:39Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Tausha Treadway
The main character Liz’s journey as she deals with the loss of her beloved Grandma and her subsequent grief truly becomes a heartfelt and uplifting story for all us readers as she learns more and more about her Grandma and the past she knew nothing about. I just know you will enjoy this book from start to finish. I have become a fan of this wonderful author over the last couple of years and I have to say yet again she has delivered her readers a wonderful book that stays with you well after you finish the last word.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2023-08-23 06:03:312023-09-05 14:09:29Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Jules Herbert
The relationship that Liz has with her Gran is one that most people would love to have. Gran raised Liz since age 10 when her mom died. Now, Gran has passed and it’s in her wishes that Liz go on a trip to Florida to settle things there. Little did Liz know, the Gran she knew wasn’t the same person that her friends knew.
A call from WATTS one day started changing everything. Mark Watts becomes a new friend for Liz and she soon finds out that Mark lives in her grandmother’s 7 million dollar home in Florida. With so many questions that have been unanswered, Liz takes this trip to meet up with Mark and others who knew her Gran. Life will forever be different after this trip. As Gran would say though, “Live with no regrets!”
This book is full of raw emotion. One minute I was crying, the next I was laughing, then I was ready to throw the book and hit something! LOL A very enjoyable read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2023-08-22 21:08:412023-09-05 13:53:11Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Julie Johnson
Julie Mercer donated her eggs to help her brother and sister-in-law conceive via in-vitro fertilization, never expecting a few years later, she would have to take full responsibility for those children after they lose their parents in a car accident. Julie never wanted kids of her own, and now she suddenly needs to make room in her small apartment for four-year-old twins who thrust additional challenges at her as they work through their grief and trauma. With Lucy throwing intense tantrums and Mikey not talking at all, Julie doubts her ability to raise her niece and nephew as her own. When Grant, the twins’ uncle–and also their biological father–shows up at her door, he says he wants to help, but is he sincere? Or does he have a hidden agenda to fight for custody? With her family also questioning her role as guardian and her job on the line in the face of an inflexible boss as she deals with the sudden life changes, Julie must determine whether her brother and sister-in-law really did make the best decision by entrusting their kids to her.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/J-MARIE-RUNDQUIST-MINE-PREORDER.png750750itsybitsybookbitshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngitsybitsybookbits2023-08-22 00:01:582023-09-11 16:13:27~ 📙 •☕️ •📘 ~ PREORDER ~ 📙 •☕️ •📘 ~ As Though You Were Mine by J. Marie Rundquist
Gabby is a widow in love with her son Matthew. Her life has been a little of a whirlpool lately, since her ex-husband’s accident and death, she still loves him. Oh but life must go on and her daddy is financing the political campaign of an ex boyfriend, Richard, who now must be her fiancé due to the fact that her son is also his son.
Now, life has never been fair so with all the complications of a loveless marriage comes even bigger challenges, like Stan, a cowboy from her daddy’s ranch who happens to declare his love right before getting engaged to his still girlfriend.
Gabby will have to decide which man is the one she cannot live without, so what comes first, the heart or the duty?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Paloma Fierrohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngPaloma Fierro2023-08-21 10:16:112023-09-05 13:46:42The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Paloma Fierro 21/08/2023
This is one of my favorite genres to read! I love stories about growth and finding yourself. I thought I knew where the story was headed but I was wrong. At least about most of it. Some of it I was right about but it did not make it any less amazing. I read this book at the right time. I needed it somehow and plan to read it again. I absolutely love how this story is written and I love this author style. Liz has so much growth and I loved every second of it. Learning about her grandmother’s life with her made me not want to stop reading until I reached the end. Of course then I did not want the story to end. And Mark, don’t even get me started on Mark. The overwhelming patience he has is so sweet. This is such a great read!!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carlahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarla2023-08-20 22:24:152023-09-05 13:43:59Liz’s Road Trip by Bernadette Marie – Review by Carla Clemmons
The author has written a book about something a lot of women have a problem with and think it is taboo to speak of. She does a good job with showing how Rebecca learns the truth about intimacy. After being put down for so long and being called an ice queen, she finally meets the right guy who will help her learn and feel comfortable about it. I couldn’t put the book down.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Michelle Troyerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMichelle Troyer2023-08-20 14:19:102023-09-05 14:22:33Love, Only Better (Bold Journeys Book 1) by Paulette Stout – Review by Michelle Troyer
The Anchor Knot: Securing the Knot of Truth By: DonnaLee Overly
This was my first novel by DonnaLee Overly that I have read. I definitely will read more of hers now, that is how much I enjoyed reading this one. This was a fantastic book about a character who is really in the process of discovering who she is. She is in the limelight of politics, but really doesn’t know if this is where she wants to be. She also is there by proxy, it isn’t her running for political office. Plus she is dealing with the loss of her late husband in addition to her fiance who is running for governor. She is the queen of putting everyone first, but she never stops and asks who she is or what she wants. This is something that I definitely relate to on an amazingly personal level. Gabby was very well written and her personal struggles were really well written and as the reader you really felt for Gabby and you wanted to see her find what she wanted, not what everyone else wants. I loved the complexity of the relationships in this book. This book is so fantastic. I definitely recommend it. I have found another author that I really want to read more of.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-08-20 11:01:162023-09-05 13:40:27The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Christine Baranek
<a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/175678753-the-anchor-knot” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”The Anchor Knot:securing the knot of truth (Knot, #6″ src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1686256950l/175678753._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/175678753-the-anchor-knot”>The Anchor Knot:securing the knot of truth (Knot, #6</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/17906394.DonnaLee_Overly”>DonnaLee Overly</a><br/> My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5781689505″>4 of 5 stars</a><br /><br /> I have not read anything by this author before or read the earlier books in this series, and I feel that this book can be read as a standalone if like me you have missed the beginning. Although I am quite sure the previous books would have n=been just as beautifully written and heartfelt as this one. <br /><br />When political life is not for you, and all you want to do is be home on the ranch looking after your son what can you do to please as many people as you feel you need to. Your daddy who has been beside you and wanted the lifestyle himself, as well as your school sweetheart. <br /><br />Emotions run high after the death of her husband, and the less than gentlemanly ways of her now fiancé Gabby needs to look at what makes her happy. <br /><br />An emotional read that takes you by the hand and leads you alongside the characters as they try to find their happy ever after. <br /><br />I would defiantly read more by this author. <br/><br/> <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/34425105-tracy”>View all my reviews</a>
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tracy Ghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTracy G2023-08-20 06:00:042023-09-05 13:39:44The Anchor Knot (The Knot Series Book 2) by DonnaLee Overly – Review by Tracy Greenhalgh
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