Life in Bits

A Lesbian Christmas Romance

De: Harper Bliss, T. B. Markinson

Narrado por: Stephanie Murphy

Can a Christmas romance mend a life that's broken to pieces?

Eileen Makenna is a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer who has traveled the world for more than two decades, chasing the next big story. She returns home for the holidays shattered by a life-altering event and facing the terrifying prospect she'll never be able to work again.

When Eileen meets Naomi Weaver, a small-town girl who dedicates her free time to helping those in need, Eileen is entranced by Naomi's zest for life. Can Eileen overcome her inner demons and troubled family relationships to let Naomi in?

Best-selling lesbian romance authors Harper Bliss and T.B. Markinson have teamed up to bring this touching age-gap love story to life. Grab your copy of the holiday romance that's the talk of the season.

©2018 Harper Bliss and T.B. Markinson (P)2020 Harper Bliss and T.B. Markinson

Small town lesbian age gap +disability rep

Nasty mother
Personal growth
Holidays
Surprise reveal
This book is sweet and spicy and touches on some things I’ve never seen in a sapphic book
before

A great Xmas story and age gap story

Loved this story, the combination of two wonderful talented writers brought a sensitive capturing book. Naomi is my favorite. narration was as always great.

Short chapters

I only just started and I am enjoying this book, but these are some really short chapters. I wish I had looked at the runtime of this audiobook before I got it because it's pretty short and that's kind of disappointing. It's cute and I like the characters and it's well narrated, but it just feels disappointing. I guess if you're looking for a short book or short chapters than this is the one for you. However, if you're looking for something a little better developed then you might not wanna do this one.

Light holiday read (listen) with some depth

I liked this book. I only listened to the audiobook. That makes it hard to judge the writing, but it seemed good. I did find it jarring the way each chapter ended abruptly. That made the book not really flow for me. I liked the characters and the plot and tropes. I could feel Eileen's pain and struggles. What exactly happened to Eileen? I especially liked the parts about her recovery. In spite of some of the serious plot aspects, it was a light holiday story. I just wished for more depth overall. The narrator was very good but not exceptional. I will probably read or listen to this book again, but it's not a favorite, although there were some really good bits. I liked the concept of turtles used throughout. I love turtles.

I enjoyed the characters!

I liked the story but wasn’t crazy for the narration. I feel I would have enjoyed it much more if the characters were easier to differentiate.
I appreciated that the characters were well developed and the fact that this was a collaborative effort was intriguing.

Sweet story

This was a sweet story of an age gap romance. It was special in dealing with Eileen’s rehabilitation from a stroke and the developing relationship between Eileen and Naomi. The plot development was good and the narrator was also good,

Naomi’s resilience and Eileen’s determination

I really wanted their love to win over Eileen’s domineering mother. I’m glad Eileen realized how much she loved Naomi and that the relationship was what she wanted.

Meh

Stars: 3 Stars
Format: Audiobook
Narrator: Stephanie Murphy
Series: Stand Alone
Steam Level: Steamy

I had high hopes for this book. Two of my favorite authors, hurt/comfort, age gap, and family drama, all together in one book had me excited. I wish I enjoyed this more.

Quick Thoughts:
- The disability/injury rep in this is very well done and a believable motivation behind Eileen’s actions
- Eileen’s avoidance in acknowledging what happened to her, how it affects her daily life, or be realistic about her recovery time felt spot on and what had me connecting to her. (Been there, done that, have multiple stupid t-shirts)
- The romance felt a little rushed and a little too unbelievable and very meh. I honestly didn’t really care if they got together. Not a great feeling to have when reading a Romance
- If Naomi’s mom knows/is friends with Eileen’s mom like the story says, I think her conversation with Naomi would have gone a bit differently
- I understood and believed the reason for the third act break up, what I didn’t believe was how quickly it was “resolved.” It felt like they didn’t actually talk about everything they needed to
- The whole thing with Jane and her photography and cheating felt like a dangling plot line that could simply be lifted out and not affect the story
- Also, the dad at that last family dinner felt a lot too little, far too late. It actually made me dislike him more
- I’m not sure if it was the narration or the writing that made it hard to keep track of who’s POV I was listening to but it took quite a bit of concentration at times to keep track
- This is the first time I’ve listened to this narrator and I will reserve judgement on her work since I was solidly meh about this story

Overall I was disappointed with this book. My expectations might have been too high for this book and that’s why I felt let down. It’s not a bad story, it just feels incomplete and choppy.

What a wonderful story!

I found the Audible experience here superb. Stephanie Murphy as the Narrator does her magic with this book and I couldn’t bring myself to pause the play button. The characters were refreshing and sassy, with some tension filled crazy family drama added in. It’s a wonderfully written aged gap romance that our two Authors “Harper Bliss & T.B Markinson” have nailed. If you enjoy this type of book and or love these authors like I have...Go ahead and give this one a listen 🎧 📖 you won’t be disappointed 5⭐️

Warm and Fuzzy Holiday Romance

Life in Bits by Harper Bliss and T.B. Markinson is a touching holiday romance perfect for cozy winter nights. Narrated by the talented Stephanie Murphy, this age-gap love story is filled with warmth, introspection, and just the right amount of holiday cheer.

Eileen Makenna, a world-renowned photographer, returns home broken and unsure of her future after a life-altering event. Enter Naomi Weaver, a lively, optimistic small-town woman whose dedication to helping others is as infectious as her zest for life. The grumpy Eileen and sunshine Naomi dynamic is classic opposites attract, and their chemistry shines throughout the story.

The age-gap element adds a layer of depth and complexity to their relationship, making their journey to love both tender and rewarding. And let’s not forget the steamy scenes that spice things up and keep the chill of winter at bay!

Stephanie Murphy’s narration is well done, capturing the characters’ emotions and the cozy holiday atmosphere beautifully. Her performance brings the opposites-attract tension between Eileen and Naomi to life, making this short and sweet listen even more engaging.

If you’re looking for a quick holiday read with themes of healing, love, and personal growth, Life in Bits is a great pick. With grumpy sunshine vibes, steamy moments, and festive charm, it’s the perfect book to get you in the holiday spirit!