Spencer Hill Press

06/04/2018

Into the Light by L.B. Simmons

"Into the Light is [a] beautifully written, highly emotional coming of age story... I laughed, I cried, I gasped, I cheered, and I fell in love with the characters." - Reviewer Stormi on Into the Light by L.B. Simmons -- https://bewitchedreader.wordpress.com/2018/04/30/into-the-light-by-l-b-simmons/

  Genre New Adult Romance Format Paperback Description When Aubrey Miller begins her education at Titan University, she is no longer the beautiful, blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl of her youth. …

01/22/2018

Bookgasms Book Blog's review of Under the Influence (Chosen Paths, #2)

"You guys - I just lost about 24 hours of my life. Like, the world just passed me by and there I was, my nose permanently stuck in this book because I couldn't put it down. I was sucked in immediately and spent the entire day compulsively flipping pages while my need to know what happened next just kept growing until finally I could breathe easily again as I turned the last page." -- Reviewer Shelly on Under the Influence (Chosen Paths, #2)
by L.B. Simmons

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2211130321

4/5: You guys - I just lost about 24 hours of my life. Like, the world just passed me by and there I was, my nose permanently stuck in this book because I couldn't put it down. I was sucked in immediately and spent the entire day compulsively flipping pages while my need to know what happened next j...

09/27/2017

Melanie (Paperback Darling)'s review of Bookishly Ever After (Ever After, #1)

"I loved this book. I feel like Phoebe was totally me back when I was in high school, nose in a book and crushing over these fictional guys all while learning the ropes when it comes to the dating scene ... Following Phoebe in her endeavors of finding love and staying true to her bookish nature, this book had me laughing and constantly turning pages. It was such a cute read and the writing style was so neat. I loved how after a couple of chapters, there will be excerpts from the books she’s reading in order to find the best flirting tips. It was like reading stories within a story and I would love it if the author made these stories into actual books one day! I would definitely read them." -- Reviewer Melanie on Bookishly Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2079067849

5/5: “Before all of this, my life was perfect. I had my book boyfriends and it was enough for me to read and dream about these guys because they weren’t real. I’m so scared I can’t go back to that. I’m afraid that maybe reality ruined me for fiction. And that means I really did lose everything.” – B...

09/07/2017

Into the Light

"WOW!!!! Why did I wait so long to read this story. This was such an incredible journey of growing, learning, discovering, living, loving, and heart wrenching sadness." -- Reviewer Jennifer on Into the Light by L.B. Simmons

https://www.netgalley.com/book/110667/review/266053

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07/28/2017

"I love it when an author weaves a great story around a great story. Karchut did a nice job of including Celtic traditions throughout the story. This is the first one in the series that I read and now I want to go get the others!" -- Librarian S. Darcy on Finn's Choice by Darby Karchut

07/25/2017

Book Review: Dramatically Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

"[Dramatically Ever After] brought me back to a cast of characters I fell in love with and, this time, put the spotlight on theatre and the world of competitive speeches ... This book was really cute, had great character growth, and I had a lot of fun going back into the Ever After universe. I can’t wait to see who will be staring in the third book." -- Reviewer Trista on Dramatically Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

https://islandgeekgirl.wordpress.com/2017/07/23/book-review-dramatically-ever-after-by-isabel-bandeira/

Dramatically Ever After Senior year is not shaping up to be the picture perfect movie Em Katsaros had imagined. Her super hot leading man is five thousand miles away. Her dad just got laid off. And…

07/25/2017

For Love of the Duke (Heart of a Duke)

"I have loved historical romances since I was 13 when I picked up my very first book. But no book has moved me, made me cry or made me laugh as much as this book. I can honestly say that Christi Caldwell has fast become one of my favorite authors." -- Reviewer Cara on For Love of the Duke by Christi Caldwell

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1080706624?book_show_action=true&from_review_page=1

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After the tragic death of his wife, Jasper, the 8th Duke of Bainbridge buried himself away in the dark cold walls of his home, Castle Blackwood. When he’s coaxed out of his self-imposed exile to attend the amusements of the Frost Fair, his life is irrevocably changed by his fateful meeting...

07/11/2017

Annette Jordan (Dublin, 07, Ireland)’s review of Bookishly Ever After

"Sweet, funny and very believable, this was a really fun light hearted read... The book feels very current, with Phoebe's interest in archery and cosplay but the story itself is timeless." - Reviewer Annette on Bookishly Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2039828299

This is a sweet YA romance with a great central character in Phoebe, obsessed with books and knitting, and liable to get lost in either to the extent that she will let real life pass her by. After all with all her "book boyfriends" why on earth would she need a real life one? Turns out that her love...

06/30/2017

A Different Blue by Amy Harmon

"Amy Harmon's writing is beautiful and lyrical and this book holds such depth and soul, sorrow and pain, hope and humor, with moments that will simply steal your heart away. Do yourself a favour and go read some Amy Harmon. You won’t be disappointed." -- Reviewer Helen on A Different Blue by Amy Harmon

http://theroyalreviews.blogspot.com.au/2017/06/a-different-blue-by-amy-harmon.html

Title: A Different Blue Author: Amy Harmon Publisher: 30 May 2017 by Spencer Hill Press Pages: 330 pages How I Read It: ARC b...

06/30/2017

littlereadridinghood.com

"A Different Blue is an amazing novel. One that is full of heart, emotion, and discovery. It’s a journey that is truly unique with its content. Worthy of every emotion that you can wring from your soul. Coming full circle has never been more meaningful or inspiring as it does with Blue’s quest for redemption. Such a perfect story from an author that should always rank at the top of your reading list!!" -- Reviewer Julie on A Different Blue by Amy Harmon

https://littlereadridinghood.com/special-sale-review-different-blue-amy-harmon-plus-giveaway/

06/27/2017

Janet McCarthy (Manchester, WN, The United Kingdom)’s review of Bookishly Ever After

"Bookishly Ever After is an easy and enjoyable read for teens/YA but I bet that there are adults out there that will enjoy it too. I was entertained and really liked the story." -- Reviewer Janet on Bookishly Ever After (Ever After, #1) by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2035843419

Thank you to Netgalley, Isabel Bandeira and Spencer Hill Press for allowing me to read and review this book. This is my honest and unbiased opinion. I really enjoyed reading Bookishly Ever After as it reminded me a bit of my own childhood teen angst. Phoebe is the epitome of a devoted bookworm. She…

06/27/2017

www.netgalley.com

"Unstoppable at best! I read it in under 24 hours, it's THAT kind of book! Suspense doesn't begin to describe it!" --
Reviewer Susan on Bone Deep by Kim O'Brien

https://www.netgalley.com/book/63298/review/347636

06/13/2017

Kristin’s review of Hello?

"Loved this! The WI setting of Door County and Washington Island got my attention, but the story sucked me in. The author's craft was so interesting telling the story from different points of view in various writing styles. There was great use of foreshadowing and symbolism to tell this tale of friendship, family, loss, and heartbreak." -- Reviewer Kristin on Hello? by Liza M. Wiemer

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1214355772?book_show_action=false&from_review_page=1

Loved this! The WI setting of Door County and Washington Island got my attention, but the story sucked me in. The author's craft was so interesting telling the story from different points of view in various writing styles. There was great use of foreshadowing and symbolism to tell this tale of frien...

06/10/2017

Sofiraindrop (Madrid, 29, Spain)’s review of Bookishly Ever After

"[Bookishly Ever After] was just the kind of fluffy book that makes a sad day a little brighter." - Reviewer Sofia on Bookishly Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1575793780

*I received a complementary copy for a review.* First and foremost, a book about a bookworm is plain adorable, but a book about a bookworm who uses her fangirling to get the boy he likes it's a whole other level! *fangirls about fangirling MC*. Anyway, the main character, Phoebe, is trying to go for...

06/08/2017

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06/07/2017

Review: A Different Blue by Amy Harmon

"I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone looking for something with real depth and substance." -- Reviewer Christie on A Different Blue by Amy Harmon

https://smokinhotbookblog.blogspot.com/2017/05/review-different-blue-by-amy-harmon.html

Title: A Different Blue Series: Standalone Author: Amy Harmon Release date: May 29, 2017 (Publisher re-release) Cliffhanger...

05/29/2017

"This was so fun to read... A great book to read on a gloomy day, with a cup of hot cocoa, some fluffy socks, and some comfy cushions! It's really just a [lovable] book and once you get started, you will not want to stop." Reviewer Amber on Bookishly Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.amazon.com/Bookishly-Ever-After-Isabel-Bandeira/dp/1633920585/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496092466&sr=8-1&keywords=isabel+bandeira

05/22/2017

KittyKat (Australia)’s review of Making Faces

"This was one of the most memorable and emotionally moving books I have read in my entire life. The book not only deals with loss and grief and how they effect a town, but is also a discussion of coping with what life throws at you and appreciating the simple things that many of us take for granted. It is beautifully written , with a complex and multifaceted plot..." - Reviewer Kat on Making Faces
by Amy Harmon

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1998817469?book_show_action=false&from_review_page=1

*This book was received via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review* This was one of the most memorable and emotionally moving books I have read in my entire life. The book not only deals with loss and grief and how they effect a town, but is also a discussion of coping with what life throws at y...

05/15/2017

"The second book in the Ever After Series was a great follow up to Bookishly Ever After. I loved reading about Phoebe and Dev still, although the focus of this book is on Em and Kris. Em loves theatre and acting and is fighting for a scholarship to university, while being chosen as a finalist and spending a week in Boston she finds out her rival from school Kris is going to be there too. I love books that take place out of of the characters comfort zone! The banter between Em and Kris was great and really fun to read. Enjoyable book for YA, would definitely recommend! I'm hopeful there is a 3rd in the series!" -- Educator Shan on Dramatically Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

05/13/2017

FS Meurinne’s review of Making Faces

"This is one of those great amazing books that might become a classic in the future. Amy Harmon, is just an amazing writer. This book will make you cry, smile and just have your heart tumbling all over the place. You can’t give more than five stars to this book, but in should have it’s own category. It will become a must read for everyone. Few books had me naked emotionally and gave me a boost at the same time. I would quote the entire book, because it got me, it dived into my heart and I am not sure I will ever forget about it." -- Reviewer FS Meurinne on Making Faces by Amy Harmon

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1991970746

This is one of those great amazing books that might become a classic in the future. Amy Harmon, is just an amazing writer. This book will make you cry, smile and just have your heart tumbling all over the place. You can’t give more than five stars to this book, but in should have it’s own category.…

05/03/2017

Heather’s review of Bookishly Ever After

"I am so happy to have been able to relate to Phoebe and her love for books. I got so excited when she talked about her tbr pile and her love of bookstores. The romance was cute and it was good that Phoebe and Dev were friends. I think my favorite part was the way that Phoebe treated her campers as people and respected them. I would recommend this book for book lovers and anyone who enjoys fast, light reads." -- Educator Heather on Bookishly Ever After (Ever After, #1)
by Isabel Bandeira

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1500657621

I am so happy to have been able to relate to Phoebe and her love for books. I got so excited when she talked about her tbr pile and her love of bookstores. The romance was cute and it was good that Phoebe and Dev were friends. I think my favorite part was the way that Phoebe treated her campers as p...

05/02/2017

Books and Boys Book Blog ’s review of A Different Blue

"A captivating and brilliant novel by Amy Harmon" -- Reviewer Natalie on A Different Blue by Amy Harmon.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/836432447

** ARC provided by author in exchange for honest review ** A captivating and brilliant novel by Amy Harmon, A Different Blue “.. is the story of a nobody who becomes somebody.” Blue Echohawk, abandoned at the age of two thanks to her mother, raised by a complete stranger and then passed to not 1 but...

04/23/2017

Melanie Cesa (Lakeland, FL)’s review of The Resurrection of Aubrey Miller

"I’m speechless and in awe! The incredible journey L. B. Simmons just took me on has left me breathless. There are no word to convey how incredibly touching, moving, and inspiring this story is. I was sucked in from the 1st paragraph and never stopped reading until I finished every last word." -- Reviewer Melanie on The Resurrection of Aubrey Miller by L.B. Simmons

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/922082247?book_show_action=false&from_review_page=1

“The simplicity of living astounds me. But it’s the terror of death that devours me.” I’m speechless and in awe! The incredible journey L. B. Simmons just took me on has left me breathless. There are no word to convey how incredibly touching, moving, and inspiring this story is. I was sucked in from...

04/15/2017

Taylor Knight (The United States)’s review of Making Faces

"Making Faces has all the feels. I laughed, I cried, I had every emotion possible. This book has left a permanent imprint on my life." - Reviewer Taylor on Making Faces by Amy Harmon

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1896392549?book_show_action=false#comment_form

Dig my grave because this book killed me. I read one of Amy's other books, The Bird and the Sword last year and it became a favorite of mine right away. Like, I read The Bird and the Sword three times in a month. I'm obsessed with that book. I was hesitant to pick up another book by Amy because I di...

04/15/2017

"I absolutely love this book. I totally could relate to Phoebe because I am also a book nerd. I am looking forward to reading more books by this author." - Reviewer Erin on Bookishly Ever After by Isabel Bandeira

04/15/2017

"I really enjoyed this book, it's a very emotional read. It made me laugh, cry and scream at my Kindle. You won't be able to put [it] down. A must read." - Reviewer Poppy on Into the Light (Chosen Paths, #1) by L.B. Simmons

04/09/2017

Melanie (The United Kingdom)’s review of Into the Light

"This story is so heart felt. So beautiful. So gut wrenching." - Reviewer Melanie on Into the Light by L.B. Simmons

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1960759428

I'd see Into the Light about on peoples reading lists before. I even saw it on Kindle Unlimited but never picked it up - no idea why. But then it popped up on NetGalley and I thought it was time to read this story. This story is so heart felt. So beautiful. So gut wrenching. Raven/Aubrey is an amazi...

04/08/2017

"Lessons in Falling by Diana Gallagher is a perfect story for teens experiencing the stress of sports, friends, school and future expectations ... Not only will YA readers relate to Savannah's over-protective parents and keen pressure of succeeding in sports beyond high school, Gallagher also includes the issues too-often ignored; depression, bullying, racism, and peer pressure. [An] excellent purchase for all YA collections." - Librarian Meg on Lessons in Falling by Diana Gallagher