This is a very heavy book that covers many sensitive topics – including sexual abuse and self-harm. However, this is written in such a raw way that it really appeals to all of your emotions as you read. Winnie Pagora does a fantastic tale of taking these hard topics and really give a voice to the victims. This story tells about the parts of surviving abuse that are not pretty, they are ugly and hard, However, they are the parts that are also beautiful. It shows what the cost of survival is worth. This book gives a very true look at the legal system and what those that are abuse face when it comes to receiving any form of justice. I do wish that the end of this book didn’t seem so abrupt. But I do definitely recommend picking this story up and giving it a read. It sheds a wonderful life on those who have gone through abuse.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2023-10-29 09:57:262023-10-30 07:18:16Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Christine Baranek
WOW!!!! What a storyline this was!!! I was having a hard time putting it down. I want to know more! I enjoyed how each character had a different and unique personality. The drama, suspense, different species and livelihood of each one sheds light on how the beautiful main Character is to go on her journey. Being the first book in the series, you definitely will want to read the next book and find out what happens to the rest of the characters. Where will they end up? Who will be saved? Who will die? This is that type of storyline!
The author makes sure the suspense is worthy for a teenager and or even a younger child to read. There is no cursing or naughty romance in the storyline and it makes for a worthy book for all ages. I personally think it is one of the best books I have read in a long time and honestly it had a great start, then the climax made you want to continue and then once you got to the end you were left hanging. Which means you were waiting for the second book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Hevener Walkerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Hevener Walker2023-10-28 20:38:042023-10-30 07:16:07Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Series) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Crystal Hevener Walker
This is a YA story which has been very well thought out and written. The author deals with subjects in this story that are very sensitive and could trigger some people such as sexual abuse, self harm and the after effects of being a victim of abuse. The author takes us on a journey with Tina Lauren as she struggles to find her way in the world while trying to come to terms with the abuse in her past and the mental scars she has been left with. The author does an amazing job of allowing the reader to feel and experiences emotions that Tina feels. One thing I loved about this book was the fact even though the subject was sensitive and could be a hard read, I loved how determined Tina was and how she was determined to not like her abusers or the abuse she suffered control her forever. As hard as it was for me to read I was unaware of the way abuse could effect people in ways such as not liking to be touched. Tina knows her boundaries and won’t let anyone cross them no matter the repercussions of her actions cause or people’s opinions of her.
She treads a fine line between caring about what people think of her and being true to herself. When your a young woman being normal and fitting in is all you want and when you can’t have that everything becomes a struggle. This was an inspiring story which I enjoyed very much.
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 Carr2023-10-28 14:46:112023-10-30 07:22:49Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Kerry Carr
Seventeen year old Stas was only supposed to be worried about standing up in her mother’s wedding, not trying to solve a murder and continue to find out how to return to a “normal” life. Stas finds herself in a very unusual situation when she finds her mother in a pool of blood! Now with this unexpected death, she finds all kinds of family members coming out of the woodworks trying to convince her to go and live with them….when all she really wants is to stay with her Mama K and get more acquainted with Zane, the only person she seems to be able to confide in. Who is Stas able to trust, her father…her aunts? All Stas knows is that she wants to be with Zane and stay with Mama K…will Stas be able to get what she wishes or will her world be turned upside down? This was a good, quick read that has suspense, good dialogue and characters. I did find it took a little bit to get into the book, but since I kept reading on…I was hooked! I think that this is a good read especially for the young adult readers….happy reading!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Mary E Espinozahttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMary E Espinoza2023-10-28 09:25:422023-10-30 07:21:09My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale – Review by Mary Espinoza
This is an excellent book for young adults and teens!! I am 27 years old and it was still highly enjoyable for me to read. I was intrigued at the very beginning. The characters are wonderful thought out and the magic elements are well written. You can tell the author did their research about Louisiana before writing, as all of the small details are spot on. There is a wonderful balance between murder, mystery, magic, and humor. The only thing that threw me off, was that the title included “the musical” which I do not understand as it isn’t a musical – but does deal with teens going to a drama camp.
The book starts out with a fun, light, summer camp vibe but then turns into the more dark, sinister, mystery. The story takes place in New Orleans, which adds a bit of mystery all on its own. The two main characters, CeCe and Portia, are very easily relatable, and I loved seeing them together, as well as their relationships with other characters. CeCe is a necromancer, who helps her dad, a police detective, solve murders. When CeCe goes off to camp, a sinister supernatural start to target CeCe making everything dangerous for everyone around her.
This is definitely different and unique than most stories in the same genre. There is a twist at the end that I truly hope leads to a sequel! Definitely recommend this book from young teens to young adults, and even adults who just want something light and super easily to read!
In a nutshell, this book is a wonderful paranormal teen mystery with necromancy, magic, crime investigating, danger, friendships, high school teens, family, and quirky characters.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Helen Dawkinshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngHelen Dawkins2023-10-27 22:21:532023-10-30 07:09:37Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Helen Dawkins
I did not expect anything this book had to offer and that is everything to me. I absolutely loved the story. It had everything; paranormal, action, romance, and twists and turns.. I absolutely joined Debbie Hibbert’s mailing list on her website. I want all the details to all the books. This story is probably a ya book but I didn’t care. I loved watching Cece navigate her powers, her life, and her new found love.
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 Merritt2023-10-27 20:37:082023-10-30 07:07:51Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Tonya Merritt
This is a unique an interesting YA mystery story that took my a little by surprise with how much I enjoyed it. I thought the mix of characters in the book was really interesting. They worked so well together and added a lot to the story overall. The author incorporated so many elements into the story and I enjoyed the journey I was taken on with the characters. There were plenty of twists and turns and yet this didn’t feel like it was the only focus of the story. Everything mixed so well together and I really enjoyed this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-10-27 15:13:262023-10-30 07:12:37My Murder Year by Kate Larkindale – Review by Kerry Baker
Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert is such a fantastic little gem that I discovered by chance on social media. I thought it looked like it could be a fun read, but little did I know when I one-clicked myself a copy thinking it would be a cute, fun read— that it would actually be one of the best books I’ve read this year— and I have read a LOT of books, so that’s saying something. CeCe is a necromancer who helps her police detective father solve murders. But she is also a high school student with a passion for the performing arts. She and her best friend have the opportunity to attend a performing arts ‘camp’ to hone their acting/musical skills, which the two are super excited about. But when a sinister supernatural force starts targeting CeCe things take a complicated and dangerous turn. CeCe is put to the test when she must try to figure out who or what is targeting her, and why—- but also ensure that she doesn’t miss the opportunity that the ‘camp’ offers her. With the help of her best friend, and some new friends they meet at ‘camp,’ CeCe and co are set for one heck of a week. Add in a touch of cute romance, plenty of intrigue, danger, and twisty developments- and we get a wonderful, spellbinding story to enjoy. It is highly original, with lots of clever touches that made for an immersive reading experience. On top of that, its uniqueness sets it apart from others in the same genre. This appears to be the author’s debut novel- because when I finished this I was left with a bit of an addiction for Ms. Hibbert’s writing, so I went searching for her other works to snap up so I could have a book-binge of her stories, but this was the only one that I could find. So, to have written something so engaging, intriguing, original, fun, and polished as a debut novel is certainly quite a feat- and a testament to the authors writing talent, and promises of great things still to come. This is a wonderful paranormal mystery with necromancy, crime and investigation, suspense, voodoo, dramatic developments, danger, friendship, family, musical elements, twists and turns, the supernatural, intrigue, humour, banter, quirky characters, and so much more – all set against the sights and sounds of New Orleans. Like I said earlier, I have developed a taste, well let’s be honest here- it’s an addiction to Ms. Hibbert’s work, so I can’t wait to get my hands on more of her books. I was excited to see on her website- yes, I may have stalked, hem, I mean investigated her, and found her website- well, anyway, I found that she has ‘Necromancy the Call Back’ and ‘The Galveston Mystery’ listed there as WIPs, so I am really excited to read those asap. I am hoping she has more books coming real soon, like tomorrow would be great 😊. Highly recommended! Kudos, Ms. Hibbert, keep them coming! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-10-27 01:15:512023-10-30 07:01:38Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Angela Hayes
Shadow Bringer is the first book in the Raven Academy series by the supremely talented Brandi Elledge. I absolutely LOVE Ms. Elledge’s books- she is one of my favourite authors- so it was a given that I would be reading this Book. But to say I was blown away is an understatement- I couldn’t have loved it more than I do! I finished it and dove right into Book #2 which had only just released- I devoured them both and was left with a taste for more- in the best possible way. I hope Book #3 is coming soon because eeeep, I need to know what happens next. This is a wonderful fantasy that captured me right from the beginning- giving me an instant addiction where I couldn’t have put it down, even if I’d wanted to- it is completely riveting!!! The story is woven around shadowbringers, shifter, witches, vampires, an academy for young immortals, magic, sci-fi, action, adventure, secrets, banter, humour, chemistry, romance, danger, drama, good vs evil, family, friendship, emotion, and has a bit of a dystopian setting and feel. Riley has been raised in a sheltered ‘puritan’ community that keeps its inhabitants safe from the impure that have wreaked havoc on the world. With vampire’s, witches, shifters, and the deadly shadowbringers roaming the world, the communities offer the only real safe havens for the pure. Right? With nighttime an especially dangerous time, Riley ensures she’s never out after dark- she’s petrified of the dark and shadows- and has been since she was a very young child. She and her best friend have dreams for a better, and hopefully, more exciting future, but are unprepared for the surprise that fate had in store for them, both. Riley’s 18th birthday is one she won’t soon forget. Whisked off to the Raven Academy, a school for the ‘impure’ immortals she has a steep learning curve ahead of her. What happens when secrets are revealed? Add in some sizzling chemistry and a couple of hunky immortals to have to deal with, and the story takes an even more intriguing turn. You really should read all the exciting developments for yourself; you are bound to love it as much as I do. Can not wait to continue the series!! Brilliant! Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-10-27 01:01:072023-10-30 07:01:27Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book #1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Angela Hayes
Shadow Bringer: Raven Academy By: Brandi Elledge Review by: Susan Ratchford 5 Stars
I absolutely loved Shadow Bringer! Brandi Elledge created such a fun and entertaining book that hooks you from the first line! This book completely captivated me! I read it in one day because I was so enthralled I couldn’t put it down for one second! It gave me the vibes almost like a mix between Twilight and The Hunger Games! Two of my all time favorite series, so it was beyond right up my alley! I absolutely love Riley’s character and how she is written! Her inquisitive nature and yearning for the outside world are so relatable and I loved watching her character grow! I can’t wait to get my hands on the second book in this series, Shadow Dweller and continue this riveting story! If you enjoy the paranormal you really need to get your hands on this book!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Susan Ratchfordhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSusan Ratchford2023-10-26 23:14:572023-10-30 07:00:53Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Susan Ratchford
Oh my goodness. This book was SO SO good. I loved every drama filled second of it. It’s definitely worth the read. As far as Young Adult books go, they’re something I really enjoy reading, and this one is set in New Orleans, which is my hometown, so it was already speaking to my soul before I started reading it. I instantly fell in love with the characters. CeCe, Portia, and Zach (and a list of others, but I’m not naming them all) take center stage in this amazing story. If you love teenage drama, murder mysteries, the supernatural, and a love story thrown in, for good measure… You’re going to LOVE this book! I absolutely recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Manda Kellyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngManda Kelly2023-10-26 22:41:582023-10-30 07:00:32Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Manda Kelly
Unclutter is a raw and compelling YA debut novel. It shows how the victim can take back your life and you can fight back. It is also a strong message of hope. This novel is a complex tale that explores the difficult subject of sexual abuse and self-harm. Pagota boldly tackles the hard and traumatic themes with dignity. Even though it’s a young adult story, adults will also like reading this too.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Brandy Vaughnhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBrandy Vaughn2023-10-26 22:07:382023-10-30 06:59:51Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Brandy Vaughn
Amazing start! Loved every minute spent reading this story 😊 Fast paced, easy read! LOVED the cover && the world created by the author. Kind of didn’t want it to end LOL SUPER excited to read the next in the series
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Samantha Snowhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSamantha Snow2023-10-26 21:21:252023-10-30 07:05:51Shadow Bringer (Raven Academy Book 1) by Brandi Elledge – Review by Samantha Snow
I didn’t know what to think about this book going in, I was interested but skeptical. I have never been more happy to be proven wrong. I LOVED this book, I couldn’t put it down and then I delayed reading the end because I didn’t want it to be over. It’s SUCH a good book. The story keeps you interested, the characters are relatable (we all have or have had a Portia) and it wasn’t predictable. I’m EXCITED to hear that there will be a second one because I NEED to know how the story continues. It’s a fast read, a fun read, and a great spooky, YA, thriller that will keep you interested from start to finish.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jade Bruntonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJade Brunton2023-10-26 20:11:422023-10-30 07:05:16Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Jade Brunton
I was super excited to get to check out this novel as a former theater kid and a fan of Wednesday, and it did not disappoint at all! Cece was a great main character and I loved her bestie Portia, who was awesome at lightening the mood. I felt like the story really took the black magic and voodoo piece seriously and was very realistic about the cost of playing with dark magic. The relationship between Cece and Zach felt very age appropriate and genuine. He seemed like a really sweet guy, who just wanted to be there for her. I felt like the story kept at a good pace and I never felt bored or lagging. It is an interesting combination of thriller, mystery, supernatural, romance, comedy, and just a really great story. I look forward to more works from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amanda Haller-Dorishttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmanda Haller-Doris2023-10-26 18:44:312023-10-30 07:04:16Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris
What a fantastic and well thought out story. I was pulled into this book from the moment I started reading it. I loved the combination of some thing dark like necromancy ans something light, like the drama camp. It seems like such a strange pairing and yet, oddly, it works. The characters were all so varied and interesting, each adding them own stamp on the book. I enjoyed the overall storyline too. Everything about it was well written and the author got the pace of the story just right. This book is an absolutely fantastic read from start to finish and I would highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2023-10-26 15:27:492023-10-30 06:55:37Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Kerry Baker
I enjoyed reading this young adult story. It is a magical story that has a twist of romance added to it. A well written story where the characters pull you into their world from the start. CeCe has some supernatural powers and is being stalked by someone who wants to take them. With a new romance starting and one final curtain call, you don’t want to miss what happens next. This is an engaging story with connectable characters that add so much to the story. There is great growth throughout with the characters and the plot. This is a story that I really enjoyed reading. Any young adult who enjoys mysteries will enjoy this book. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-10-26 14:47:062023-10-30 06:55:08Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Necromancy, The Musical, is a story of magic, friendship, love and mystery. CeCe has the power of magic – the ability to communicate with the dead. When she goes with her bestie to drama camp, she finds others who share a magic power and this comes in useful when The Caster makes his presence known. This is a great middle grades book. Would be a great read aloud or shared reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tanya Wallhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTanya Wall2023-10-26 13:33:262023-10-30 06:54:47Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Tanya Wall, October 2023
This was an entertaining book. Cece, our main character, has a unique gift, which she uses in many ways. I absolutely loved the storyline and how the book was set up. This was a very unique story. The characters fit into it so great. The drama camp with everything going on. A little voodoo, with some black magic there, etc. This is a book that keeps you engaged right from the the start. I loved every minute of it.
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 Kittell2023-10-26 10:00:222023-10-30 06:53:20Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Shelly Kittell
This book is super entertaining. I wasn’t sure at first how I was going to feel at first based on the synopsis, but I was quickly hooked. Necromancy here is not viewed as icky, it is viewed as a power for good, and Cece uses her power to help her dad. The amount of awkwardness she has around her new “friend” Zach was cracking me up, and mad her character that much more lovable to me. The whole book I was playing detective myself trying to figure out who the castor was that was messing with Cece and I was surprised and not surprised at who it turns out to be, but the story behind his harassment and connections to Cece, and why he wanted her magic was icky. Zach and Cece’s relationship is sweet, and I really loved watching their interactions. Portia, her best friend is a riot and a truly good friend. The ending, there was no cliffhanger, but I am left wanting to know what will happen next with Cece’s mom. And will her dad ask out the FBI sketch artist!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Carrie Reedhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCarrie Reed2023-10-26 07:15:382023-10-30 06:52:30Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Carrie Reed
4 Stars Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora
Unclutter is the first book in the Inner Voice series and is a YA that will have you turning the pages till the end. This is a raw emotional journey that had me tearing up a few times. Its about heartbreak, betrayal, and learning how to love yourself. This is a fairly new author to me but holy cow did she write one heck of a story. There may be some triggers but keep reading its worth the read. I highly recommend anyone especially women to read this book. I’m looking forward to seeing what this author brings us next.
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 Daughenbaugh2023-10-26 06:49:232023-10-30 06:59:33Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
This was a very interesting read with a unique story. It is a captivating magical story filled with danger, mystery, magic and all the normal angst teenagers go through. Cece has a magical gift. She is able to speak to the death. This gift isn’t always a blessing though but it comes in handy when she helps her dad who’s a police officer solve his cases. When Cece goes to drama camp all she wants is to be a normal teenager learning the craft of something she loves however that’s not meant to be when someone with dark magic trys to harm her for her magical abilities she knows she has to stop this person before its too late. Add to this a budding romance between Cece and another person with magic Zach and this story takes plenty of exciting twists and turns. The connection between Zach and Cece was lovely to watch develop. The way that their magical abilities complement each other makes them even more of a perfect fit. The author also does a great job of handling subjects such as death, voodoo and dark magic in a respectful way but also in an informative way showing the reader that it isn’t to be taken lightly and its not without risk. Overall I enjoyed this book. The mixture of magic and the romance/drama camp element was a different take. Cece’s ability was also a unique aspect as I haven’t read many books including that ability.
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 Carr2023-10-26 06:43:112023-10-30 06:59:24Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Kerry Carr
4.5 stars Necromancy the Musical is a delightful spooky tale. It is a fun and fast paced YA paranormal. With black magic and voodoo this page turner has slightly darker themes but YA’s and adults will be drawn into this story. Debbie has done a good job with the premise making it a quick and easy read with a cast of interesting characters. They are witty, quirky and well-written and well developed and feel real. I enjoyed the relationship between CeCe and Zach was cute to see it blossoming. Sixteen-year-old CeCe LeBlanc is a geek girl who loves drama. She is also a gifted necromancer with “learner” plates. Add in a cute and sweet romance and the fun begins. Picture Wednesday Adams at drama camp in mystical New Orleans and the dark underground where black magic, necromancy, and voodoo is a staple as are the gifted. I thought I had read it all but sure why not a book about a musical called Necromancy, and I was a bit iffy about reading it but I was wrong. The story did start out a little slow but soon picked up. There is a little twist at the end! This is a really good read and would make the perfect present for Christmas presents for those pesky teenage relatives you don’t know what to get.
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 Bishop2023-10-26 05:37:042023-10-30 06:59:11Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert – Review by Jenni Bishop
Wednesday meets High School Musical in this thrilling magical mystery debut, perfect for readers who enjoy the humor of Holly Smale and the mystical world of Rachel Hawkins. Behind the glistening lights of New Orleans hides a darker underbelly, a mysterious world filled with voodoo, magic, necromancy, and gifted people like sixteen-year-old CeCe LeBlanc.
Drama geek by day. Necromancer detective by night.
ACT ONE: CeCe LeBlanc debuts at drama camp. Goodbye to nights talking to the dead, reliving their murders to seek justice. Hello to scene-stealing performances and playing plastic bags in the wind.
ACT TWO: Enter stage right, hunky love interest Zach Wren, who puts the drama in drama camp. Suddenly CeCe’s questioning her “no cliché camp romance” philosophy. The moment she and Zach touch, the intoxicating energy of his magic pulses through her, and sparks fly. The problem? Zach feels it too, and he’s sworn off all things magic.
INTERMISSION: Behind the curtain lurks an evil magic caster, desperate to steal CeCe’s power, haunting her dreams and threatening those she loves. Add in another death and she’s trading in her plastic bags for body bags.
Time is running out, and the danger closes in. No one is safe until she can crack the case.
ACT THREE: CeCe must catch the killer, save her budding romance, and protect the people she loves. All before the final bow. With co-stars like these, what could possibly go wrong?
Nothing a necromantic, drama loving girl can’t handle.
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Debbie Hibbert is an author, lover of chocolate, and finder of weird things. What kind of weird things, you might ask? There was that one time with the mysterious chimes. The porcelain doll in the woods. The plastic flamingo in the trees. The Hell gates…yes, plural.
When not writing, Debbie likes to explore old graveyards, drink Diet Dr. Pepper, and solve mysteries with her dogs, Sherlock and Watson. She also likes the beach. Sunny days. Blue skies. Toes in the sand… You get the idea.
She’s a Texas transplant that resides in Houston. In a hurricane, during the apocalypse, or through an extended reading of bad jokes on Twitter, she would choose her resourceful hubby and talented offspring to guarantee survival.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/necromancy-the-musical.jpeg1200750itsybitsybookbitshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngitsybitsybookbits2023-10-26 00:05:422023-11-10 19:40:16Necromancy the Musical by Debbie Hibbert
Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story is the first book in the Inner Voice series by Winnie D. Pagora is raw and emotional story about overcoming trauma while also learning to ‘live’ again. This story is heavy, dark, gritty, and thought-provoking in parts. It contains sensitive subject matter that could be triggering for some readers- so read the TWs before diving in (topics such as sexual abuse/child abuse, rape, self-harm/cutting, mental health issues, suicidal thoughts, PTSD, betrayal, shaming, gaslighting, domestic abuse, bullying- and more). This story is shocking, heart-wrenching, and touching, all wrapped up in a dramatic package. I really felt for Tina and what she went through. But I got to watch her, develop, grow, and overcome over the course of the story, which gave the story some extra depth. The heavy subject matter was well-balanced with some touching and tender moments, some light-hearted scenes, true friendship, resilience, strength of character, and a lot of heart. The story is quite ‘wordy’ in parts, and contains a lot of character, with quite a lot going on- which made for a lot to process. At times the ‘wordiness and ‘heavy’ aspects slowed the flow of the story down considerably- but this didn’t detract much from my overall opinion of the book. This appears to be Ms. Pagora’s debut novel and is also the first book in a series- so I am intrigued to see what else Ms. Pagora can/will do. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2023-10-25 20:40:082023-10-30 06:56:28Unclutter (Inner Voice Book #1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Angela Hayes
Mia and Gumshoe are back in another mystery – in addition to the ongoing mystery they’re working on to find what happened in Gumshoe’s past. This is another fun, quick YA read in the Gumshoe mysteries, and so much better if you read book 1 first to understand some of the connections.
Mia, Gumshoe and her friends have been invited to a quinceanera for their friend Tiffany. It’s such an important part of culture and gives you a look inside the beautiful dresses, the food, dancing, fun at a celebration of growing up and leaving childhood behind. In the midst of all the fun, a murder occurs! Will Mia and Gumshoe be able to solve it so it doesn’t completely destroy such a big day for Tiffany? Will they be able to find more clues as to what happened to Gumshoe in his detective past?
Another quick read with a lot of interesting ideas to follow, I really enjoy these YA reads even though I’m well past my “Y” part of the “YA”. The banter between the two leads is a lot of fun and the things I learned about the customs of a quinceanera were really interesting. Well written and a lot of fun to read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shea Gilkersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShea Gilkerson2023-10-25 18:04:292023-10-30 06:45:06Gumshoe Goes To A Quinceanera (Gumshoe Mysteries Book 2) by Laura Hawks – Review by Shea Gilkerson
Mia is learning to be a sous chef under her father in her family owned restaurant and is anxiously awaiting her 15th birthday in small town Illinois. As she helps her family get things rolling, she sees a stray cat she begins feeding and considers him to be her little friend. Mia is given an opportunity to plan a full menu for opening week and really outdoes herself, including a mushroom soup that ends up making people sick!
By the time her 15th birthday rolls around, her teacher is calling her parents at home to speak to them about her, her dad ends up getting arrested when some of the patrons of Forbidden Fruit pass away, and her new cat friend starts TALKING to her. What next?
Mia learns she met a magical age when she turned 15 and is now involved in the world of the paranormal – witches and covens, spells, mysteries and her familiar – the cat outsider her family restaurant – Gumshoe. Gumshoe was a detective in the 1940’s and has been sent to Mia for them to solve the mystery about what happened to Gumshoe, what happened at Forbidden Fruit, and help her as she saves her family from being ruined over her mushroom soup.
This was a fun, quick read that kept me invested from the first page! I loved the writing style, how Mia and Gumshoe work together and grow together, the fact that a cat has his human traits seems more familiar than I would have expected. Will Mia and Gumshoe be able to connect the dots to keep themselves safe and save her father, or will more lives be lost?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shea Gilkersonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShea Gilkerson2023-10-25 17:37:082023-10-30 06:44:53Gumshoe And The Mysterious Mushrooms (Gumshoe Mysteries book 1) – Review by Shea Gilkerson
This is my first book by this author which I enjoyed reading and look forward to seeing what is next for them. This is an emotional story that could cause triggers for some. If you can get past those, you will find a great story. This is a well written story about trauma and survival. This is a story that took me on an emotional roller coaster ride that just kept going. The characters pull you into their world and I had no problems picturing myself with them. They will pull at your heart strings for sure. I found this book to be fast paced and hard to put down. You don’t want to miss this one. I enjoyed reading this book and I highly recommend it.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2023-10-24 14:47:012023-10-30 06:33:55Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This is a book that hit home in more ways than one. It was hard to read at times. I just set it down for a bit and then kept going. i am glad that I did. It is truly a book that needed to be written. There are topics in the book that are worthy of major trigger warnings. Tina went through a lot and went through an incredible journey that is not easy for any survivor. It is an incredibly well-written story that I couldn’t put down and only did when my emotions told me too. The characters were well developed. Thank you for sharing that story!
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 Kittell2023-10-24 09:50:532023-10-30 06:39:42Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Shelly Kittell
Beware: This novel tackles sensitive subjects, such as sexual abuse and self-harm. Wow. Unclutter: A Survivor’s Story is a YA novel and is a raw and compelling must-read. It is a complex tale that explores the difficult subject of abuse. Winnie has cleverly woven multi layered threads together giving us a compelling read. She boldly tackles hard and traumatic themes and does so with dignity. This is a story of betrayal in one of its harshest forms. It is a story of survival but what is the cost to get there. It is a story of one young woman who must look at herself and learn to love herself once again. Tina is vulnerable and broken, in pain and has lost a part of herself but she is strong and resilient even if she doesn’t feel like it at the start. This feisty young woman is a SURVIVOR! With help she fights back and slowly reclaims herself even if it is a new self. This is a powerful YA novel, and I recommend that women of any age read it. It shows just how unfair the legal system, the world, harsh truths and perceptions women face in the event of abuse and their attackers. Some want to shove their heads in the sand and others want to shout it from the roof tops but either way there are injustices in the world.
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 Bishop2023-10-24 06:46:442023-10-30 06:32:52Unclutter (Inner Voice Book 1) by Winnie D Pagora – Review by Jenni Bishop
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