Set in Victorian England, the oldest of three sisters chafes against the bonds that society has placed around her. As she tries to honor her mother’s last wish to care for her younger sibs, the heroine engages in a dangerous parody of Robin Hood. As one family spies on another family, readers face the possibility of international intrigue. We see characters learning to set boundaries for themselves with toxic people in their lives. Ultimately, we encounter hope, redemption and new beginnings.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Alison Risherhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAlison Risher2022-02-12 07:53:412022-02-12 07:53:41Midnight Masquerade (The Brightly Sisters Book 1) by Halley Larkin – Review by Alison Risher
This book is one of those books that you just can’t resist reading based on it’s beautiful cover. When I first came across this book I didn’t even bother reading the synopsis I knew based off the cover alone that I would love it. This book was everything that I imagined it would be with just enough romance, entertainment and just a little mystery, I just simply couldn’t put it down. I am also a sucker for a fairytale retelling and this one gave me a very Cinderella feel. With a strong female lead, a handsome male lead pretending to be something he’s not, and great supporting characters trust me when I say that you should pick this book up today. I know personally I can’t wait to see what our author gives us next.
What an absolutely fantastic story! I loved every minute of it and I think I have definitely found a new author to love. I was completely captivated by what I was reading, the wonderful twists and turns in the characters’ lives had me turning the pages faster and faster just so I could find out what was going to happen next. Historical romances are my favourite and the author definitely did this genre justice with this story. From her vivid and detailed writing that allowed me to imagine what I was reading to the smaller details which showed she understands the era she is writing for. Although its only February this is definitely one of my reads of 2022 so far! I feel that I also really need to say how beautiful and eye catching the cover is too, I don’t usually take much notice of covers – if I did I wouldn’t have read some of my favourite books – however this one is so serene looking it really is stunning to look at. Overall this was a wonderful story and I am definitely looking forward to the next one in the series!
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Wow this book is the first one in this series and it left me wanting to know more. I was first entranced with the wonderful cover art and then was captivated by the characters. The way that Halley weaved the characters stories made me feel as though i was right there with them. You cannot help but to feel empathy for their situation and want to know their next move. This book had a lot of twists and turns that were completely unexpected. I am on pins and needles waiting on the second book as I need to know what is going to happen next!
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The cover immediately drew me in. An absolutely stunning piece of art.
This was my first book ever by this author but I must say I was impressed by the sheer exquisiteness of world-building in this book.
The characters were relatable and I liked the mystery element mixed in with the regency romance, a genre I don’t usually tend to pick up. Will definitely be trying more in this genre.
The storyline was nicely written and kept me interested throughout. Will be looking forward to trying more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Williamshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Williams2022-02-11 08:11:062022-02-11 08:11:06Midnight Masquerade (The Brightly Sisters Book 1) by Halley Larkin – Review by Amanda Williams
Lady Charmaine is the oldest of 3 girls. With her mothers passing and her father fallen ill, she is tasked to make sure her and her sisters are taken care of. She doesn’t care much for the likes of London society. She is headstrong and stubborn, holding out for someone she wants to love instead of having a marriage of convenience. Duke Konstantin is a roguish character who has lost everything and is trying to get it back. He has to deal with his step family being abusive to him. The writing was well done. I enjoyed reading this book. I may have to put it on my shelf to keep reading over and over again!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimmohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimmo2022-02-11 07:55:252022-02-11 07:55:25Midnight Masquerade (The Brightly Sisters Book 1) by Halley Larkin review by Crystal Jimmo
Truly loved this amazing and enchanting book. It reminded me very much of a fairy tale. I could not get over how much it related to a story of girl meets love of her life sort of thing. I did not expect the darkness or things hidden that came to light. Made me love this book and the story so much even more!
One moment can define your destiny. I found this to be true. But when does the fairy tale really end? I think the characters of Kosta and Charmaine. Both meet one evening, but that one night leads to a moment that changes all that they knew. Good or bad? There was no going back. I was very entranced where things happened from there. the story had its light factors as well as its darkness which I loved.
Both of these characters chose what they chose the night they met, really from where they came from. Not knowing all things come with a price. Both have to do things that will better serve them. There was more outside the walls of their mind, a darkness that could overfill their minds if they allowed it. The story as enchanting as it was, showed a fairy tale can not last forever. But, you also have the choice to make the most and best of it.
Loved this book. Super excited to read the next in the series as well. I was really amazed by the talented writing as well. I do highly recommend this addictive book and the characters. I found there was more to every side of the story with the characters. A must read for sure! Do not let this slip by!
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Charmaine and Kosta come together under tough circumstances. Charmaine has given up a lot to take care of her sisters and to think of losing it to some strange man. Unthinkable to me, I can only imagine how it was in those days. It doesn’t sound like Kosta had it any better. The challenges abounded and somehow these two will fight through. Will they stay/get together? You’ll have to read it. The characters are relatable. The plot felt fairly smooth with some twists and turns. I recommend it for your historical romance and mystery fans. Check it out.
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 Kittell2022-02-10 08:46:342022-02-10 08:46:34Midnight Masquerade (The Brightly Sisters Book 1) by Halley Larkin – Review by Shelly Kittell
I enjoyed this historical romance story. This is a newer author for me that I look forward to seeing what is next for her. This is a well written story about a duke that has a past, a lady who doesn’t seem to have a future and one night that could change everything. Neither one expected fate to take over. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the beginning. The author’s writing style is such that she made me want to know more. Her characters are realistic and made the story come to life. This is a fast paced, engaging story that was hard to put down. I also enjoyed the growth of not only the characters but also the plot. This was a great read for a cold afternoon at home. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend it.
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Charmaine Brightley will soon lose her place in the world. Her father is ill and when he passes, a distant male cousin will inherit the family estate. In the meantime, London society flocks to Charmaine’s lavish parties and gaming tables, all designed to raise money for the “deserving” poor. If the ton ever discovered the true beneficiaries of their philanthropy, the revelation would ruin Charmaine and shame her family.
Not that Charmaine cares what anyone thinks. Ever since her devastating first season, she has given up on love. As far as Charmaine is concerned, passion is a ridiculous dream, meant only for the young and foolish. Until a dashing stranger appears at her midsummer masquerade.
After an ill-fated duel, Duke Konstantin “Kosta” Rostov was forced to abandon Russia for England. For a man accustomed to privilege and power, nothing is worse than indentured servitude to a cruel stepfather. Determined to restore both his reputation and that of the family he shamed, Kosta sneaks away to a masquerade ball at Cortwood Manor, where he meets the alluring Charmaine Brightley.
For years, Kosta restricted his amorous affairs to women who were discreet, worldly, and married. Despite the thrilling connection between them, Kosta understands he has no place in Lady Charmaine’s life. When his stepfather sends him back to Cortwood, however, Kosta can’t resist the opportunity to see her one more time. Even if it means spying on her for his stepfather. Even if he must continue to hide his true identity.
Reunited, Kosta and Charmaine find their mutual desire catches fire. But Kosta’s stepfather has his own reasons for pushing them together. And those plans could destroy Charmaine Brightley, the woman who has finally captured Kosta’s heart.
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I write historical romance with contemporary attitude. My forthcoming series features free-spirited sisters facing the loss of an estate they love, but cannot inherit. Along the way, their fates are entangled with those of a disgraced duke, a missing heir, and a brash young earl: gentlemen with passion in their hearts and complicated pasts. Think Downton Abbey meets Bridgerton with a hint of magic in the mix. 🙂
As a reader, I can’t resist witty novels with sexual tension, dark secrets, and suspenseful twists. My favorite authors include Courtney Milan, Philippa Gregory, Alyssa Cole, Gillian Flynn, George R.R. Martin, and Lisa See. When I’m not reading or writing, you might find me planning a costume for the next San Diego Comic-Con. I live in California with a spoiled tabby cat named Jonesy.
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Family history can be such a finicky thing. This story touches on just that, all the interesting twists and turns and tales that can be in our past. Some we may not even know about. Enjoy this ride as the main character finds out about her family history.
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Lizbeth Gordon thought she had the normal happy married life with kids but boy was she wrong. Her husband Dan of 20 years was actually a gambling man that had put them into financial ruin which Lizbeth did not find out about until his accident. This sent Lizbeth spiraling trying to find her way back up. That’s when she started digging more into her family history and the things she found were amazing and difficult at the same time. After taking a job in Rio De Janeiro she finds family an extended family she never knew was out there.
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This story starts off with us following Lizbeth through as a grieving widow to her uncovering the truth of her ancestors. When the story takes a turn, it’s more fun for me as a reader who enjoys historical reads like this one. That’s what makes this book so exciting. This story is so layered, it’s so thrilling to read. You’ll be intrigued when you see how this one turns out. Pick up your copy to enjoy this beautiful read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Faith Jacksonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFaith Jackson2022-02-01 11:56:232022-02-01 11:56:23Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Faith Jackson
I am so glad I decided to give this book a read. I have never read anything by Harriet Cannon before and this certainly will not be my last book by her. This book was amazing and probably in my top 5 favorite books I’ve ever read. This story is phenomenal. You will not be sorry if you choose to read this amazing book.
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This book was a very interesting read. Lizbeth’s quest to learn about her family background made me want to look into my own! At the beginning, I was a little skeptical to where the story was going to go. But after reading further, it became very engaging. I really enjoyed seeing how the different parts of the Gordon family came to be and what happened to them.
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I was surprised by the background of the main character and the way the author wrote about the incident that directed the main character’s life was impactful. The author was able to weave in so much about the south past and present I really felt like I was getting to know the family. I also have to admit being in the mental health field and a PNW native made me like the author even more and I’ll definitely be keeping my eye out for more books by her.
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I was able to read this book in 2 days! I really enjoyed the unique perspective and twists that it provides. The characters and plot are both well written. It even invoked emotion, making them feel relatable and genuine. It provides a unique perspective on racial conflicts between the North and South in a way that doesn’t feel forced or preachy. I found the atypical perspectives refreshing and eye opening in a lot of ways. She even found ways to weave specific historical details/people into the story, making it not just a generic setting. I’d give this book 5/5 stars. I really enjoyed it.
One line made me think a bit. “Why was the United States so shamed by the atrocities of post- war civilian suffering that they sanitized events out of history book?” Makes me wonder what they’ll say in the history books when we’re all long gone. How much is truth and who chooses what’s omitted? This book inspired me to start looking a little deeper into my own family history after following these characters on their journey. I also developed a bit more appreciation for the standard of living we all have in this century with everything at our fingertips. So many different takeaways, and this isn’t even all of them! This really was a great little story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Nicole Elizabethhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngNicole Elizabeth2022-02-01 07:46:072022-02-01 07:46:07Exiled South by Harriet Cannon – Review by Nicole Elizabeth
Cate Silver killed a man. For the last twenty years, she thought she had gotten away with it. Now, with the case reopened, she stands to lose everything. She has only one option left: trade her freedom for the truth. It’s the only way out of the mess, but it comes at a heavy price.
Twenty years ago, Patti Thomas left, and didn’t look back. She left her best friend to fend for herself. Trying to keep her secrets hidden, she had no choice but to start over. Now over four hundred miles away, with a family of her own, she knows she must go back to Vermont and help Cate.
Together again, Cate and Patti must decide if it’s time to reopen the wounds of that night or keep running from them. As evidence surfaces, the potential to destroy a once in a lifetime friendship looms. Twists, turns and murder. There’s only one way out-but how much can one friendship withstand?
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This book is a look into the life of Lizabeth Gordon after the unimaginable loss of her husband and her connection to her past. Lizabeth needs a fresh start and travels cross country to her hometown to grieve and find herself. Charlotte, Lizbeth’s cousin, is an intriguing character that you will fall in love with. She provides a shoulder for Lizbeth but also is very frank with her. Both are amazing characters that you will easily connect with throughout the story. When Lizbeth arrives in North Carolina, she finds that there are family secrets that have been long buried and that leads her on a path to find the truth. There is a lot of historical information included in the book that was a great view into the Civil War era and the author did an amazing job of weaving that into this story. This was a great read!!
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This book follows the journey of Lizbeth Gordon from the Pacific Northwest, to Charleston, SC, and to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Fleeing sadness and anger in her life in the Pacific Northwest, Lizbeth throws herself into learning about her family’s roots in Charleston, SC. In a surprising twist, Lizbeth learns more about her South Carolina family once she moves to Rio de Janeiro. This book started off slowly, to me, but became more exciting once Lizbeth discovers the stories from her ancestor, Laurette. I love the character development and the author’s attention to detail. I recommend this book for anyone interested in Civil War history.
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That saying don’t judge a book by its cover, this is one of them. It started off very quickly that this book was going to be something that I wasn’t expecting. Secrets that were buried, but they started to come out, it was a roller coaster like ride reading about the way Lizbeth started having to deal with everything after her husband died. She encounters the impossible from the beginning to the end. The flow and main plot were amazing throughout the book. It kept me intrigued and entertained the whole way that I couldn’t put it down. This book was different then what I was expecting but it made a wonderful read. Really enjoyed this book.
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Even though I have never set foot in South Carolina I feel like I just took a trip there with the expertly woven masterpiece this author wrote. If you read this book you will be taken on a trip through history with a families secrets revealed, some wonderful some not so much. I’m not usually a fan of of these kinds of Novals but someone recommended it and now I’m highly recommending it!! Get it now
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This book was an absolutely wonderful read. As a fan of historical fiction, the author really pulled the scenery of the environments into a fantastic adventure itself. The main character, Lizbeth Gordon, deals with a shocking horror in the very beginning that few of us ever want to imagine. Lizbeth then has to go back to her Southern roots where she learns much more than she knew before. The author perfectly portrays the locations and atmosphere. There is nothing quite like learning about the good and bad of where you come from.
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This was definitely different than the books I’ve been reading lately. The woven history and surprises on the international front were inventive. Lizbeth’s character development was good but I would have liked to see a little more learning on her behalf but it was interesting to watch how she faces the impossible things she was faced with. I would have liked to see more of the present day and some of the story felt scattered to me. I did find the story interesting but could see where this could have been made a series so some areas could be deepened.
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This story is captivating from the start. The author’s ability to make you feel like you’re there with the detailed descriptions of the places in this story. Lizbeth loses her husband and because of this tragedy her life changes tremendously. Lizbeth starts digging into her history and discovers so much. This book is full of emotion, history, surprises, understanding and more. This story is very thought provoking and makes you want to research your own history. This isn’t normally a genre I read but I am definitely glad I took a chance on this story because I might have missed out on something special. This is a must read.
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What would you do if you discovered the worst about your husband? What if you found out he had a double life that you knew nothing about? Even worse, what if you didn’t find all this out until his death? LizBeth Gordon is living an idyllic life with her loving husband, good job, and two grown sons. Her world is rocked when her husband unexpectedly dies and leaves her life in shambles. She is left wondering who she is. She sells their home and goes back to South Carolina to rediscover who she is and where she came from. That road leads her to Brazil and more discoveries about her ancestors. Ultimately, this story is about LizBeth learning about the past on the road to finding out who she really is.
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“Exiled South” by Harriet Cannon is a historical fiction novel that begins in Washington State when Lizbeth’s husband unexpectedly passes away. She returns back to her childhood hometown in South Carolina, where long kept family secrets come to light. I loved how the author ties in all the family ancestors and the decisions they made that caused a lasting impact. This book is incredibly eye-opening, with a strong focus on diversity and Southern history.
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Such an amazing story of a southern woman facing a secret family past that took place during the Civil War! Loved the diary entries from Laurette and the letters from Robert, I honestly could have read a whole book of just those two. Laurette was such an amazing, strong, brave woman for surviving what she went through and sharing what she knew. I felt a strong connection to her from the moment she was introduced to the story. I wish there would have been more to Rosalie’s story. Great book, very highly recommend.
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Oh my word. This history buff couldn’t wait to devour this book. The synopsis immediately drew me in. It is the perfect balance of relatable characters, historical significance, intriguing plot points, and just the right pacing. Everything about this unfolded beautifully before my eyes. If you enjoy historical fiction and personal discovery you will thoroughly enjoy how this author weaves this tale. One I will definitely be reading again soon!
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The past holds an intrigue for most of us who desire to learn where we came from and trace our traits back throughout history. This is a wonderful, engaging story of rediscovering your roots and our perceptions of past ancestors which may not be entirely accurate.
This book starts off with a devastating loss for Lizbeth as her husband passes away after a tragic accident. The secrets that Dan kept from his wife start trickling out and Lizbeth tries to run to escape pitying glances and the gossip mongers in their small town in the pacific northwest. Lizbeth ends up heading back to Folly Island on the South Carolina Coast which is where she spent her formative years before marriage. As she is trying to put her life back together from the betrayal and rebuild her relationship with her sons Lizbeth rediscovers her love for history and starts doing some research on her own ancestral history. Particularly what happened to Robert and Laurette Gordon who seemed to disappear without hide nor hair of them.
Lizbeth, before moving to South Carolina, applied for an international counselor/teaching opportunity trying to open new doors that she put off when she got married but always wanted to do. She gets the call, interview and subsequent job opportunity in Rio which she immediately jumps into putting plans in motion. In Rio is where she discovers her missing heritage when she meets a teacher at the school that shares the Gordon surname. This unravels a whole different side to the Gordon family and leaves Lizbeth chasing down family members hoping to rebuild connections from the past. The more she uncovers the more she realizes that the past is nothing like she imagined from the stories told through the generations.Can she make amends with long lost family members and overcome her own impressions of long passed ancestors? For those that love history and genealogy this is a captivating must read book.
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