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How to Make a Flying Carpet ( Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a few books by this author and I really highly recommend them as they are great way for kids to read and learn. This author is brilliant at combining science and other subjects into a form that kids will not only enjoy but learn by as well. I really like how the author is able to engage the reader and bring the skills form. This is such a great educational tool and I just wish my children were young enough. I cannot stress enough how great this author’s style and prose is.

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Little Red, the Detective ( Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Once again I have read another great teaching book by this author. I really wish my children were young enough to read these. This series is a great learning tool for kids. I cannot reccomend this series enough. I really found that the author’s use of a well known fairy tale and the way in which she has enhanced it was a great way to engage kids and help them to get interested in learning.

The story although a classic is refreshed in this unique telling. I really would get this book for a child between 5 and 9. It really draws the attention of the reader and shows them a fresh way to look at the subject. I will definitely refer this series to friends with kids.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin,Bourbon,and Barbeque Book 1 ) Audiobook by Reggie Dupree – Review by Caralee Loonat

I just love to find new authors and new sereies. With this being said I also love when the books have an audiobook version as well. This is a great way to be able to do your everyday chores and get lost in the world created by the author. This book was the first from this author that I have listened to and I was not let down at all. I really enjoy paranormal style books and this was a great change to my usual genre. I like how the author brings the characters to life. The story line in the book really flows well as well as the characters chemistry is really explosive.

This book really has a great underlying topic and I am really glad that an author really chose to use it. I cannot wait to be able to read the next enstallment in this series. The narrator chosen really brought this book to life and I loved the charisma brought to the character. I will definitely be getting more audio as well as proper books from this author in future.

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Dawnbreaker : The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Caralee Loonat

Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and SunDawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love finding new authors and once again I was not disappointed. I really enjoyed this book and foudn myself unable to put it down. I quite enjoyed the world that the author has created. The characters are well written and I found the balance of romance and drama really good. I love how the chemistry between the main characters is.

The paranormal world of vampires is one of my favorites. I like how there was not a clear path to the pair getting together. I found the author really has a good way to keep the reader baited and wanting more. I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.

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God of Fire : Greek Myths A New Retelling Audiobook by Helen Steadman – Review by Caralee Loonat

I just love the Greek Myths and this book was really spot on. The author has a style that was a breath of fresh air and really brought the myths to life. I really liked how she was able to create the chemistry between the characters and retell the stories. I really found myself unable to stop the audio book. I really enjoyed the choice of narrator and really felt as though I was right in the midst of the action. I was able to relax and enjoy the narration and I really feel that this brings new levels to the books as I could just get lost in the action. I really enjoyed this audio book and feel as though I would also buy the proper book just to add to the experience. I look forward to hearing more from this author.

 

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Return to Hoodoo ( Boudin, Burbon, and Barbeque, Book 1 ) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Caralee Loonat

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I just love to find new authors and new sereies. This book was the first from this author that I have read and I was not let down at all. I really enjoy paranormal style books and this was a great change to my usual genre. I like how the author brings the characters to life. The story line in the book really flows well as well as the characters chemistry is really explosive.

This book really has a great underlying topic and I am really glad that an author really chose to use it. I cannot wait to be able to read the next instalment in this series. I really could not put this book down and I really enjoyed it. I am on tented hooks waiting for the next one.

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Chicken Little Investigates ( Science Folktales ) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

Chicken Little Investigates: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Chicken Little Investigates: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a lot of this authors children’s books and this one was another great one. I like how the author takes science and makes it fun for kids. The story is able to bring the subject to life. The characters are very interesting and keep the attention of the reader. I just wish that my children were still young enough for these books. I really highly recommend this author’s works for kids. The writer has a very unique style and I would definitely get these for my children.

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Your Trainer Says Hi ( Vengeful Vixens Book 2 ) by Indie Sparks – Review by Caralee Loonat

Your Trainer Says Hi!Your Trainer Says Hi! by Indie Sparks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a few books from this author and I was not disappointed. I really enjoy the steamy vibes that flow through the book. The author is able to create down to earth characters that really to draw the reader in and keep your glued to your seat. I really liked the revenge setting of the book and how it sort of backfired and the main character became smitten with the guy. I really couldn’t put the book down and I read it in one sitting as I get totally engrossed in the book. I really cannot wait to read more from this author and this series.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did ( Loretta’s Insects ) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well once again I have come across a great book for children. I have read a fair few of this author’s works and this was yet again a great one. I love how she is able to get the kids attention and create a world where they are not just reading but learning. The author does a great job of making a good environment and story for children. I just wish my children were younger. I truly highly recommend these books from this author.

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The 45th Parallel ( Antipodes Series Book 6) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

The 45th Parallel (Antipodes, #6)The 45th Parallel by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just when I thought it was over here comes book 6 and boy what a way to rebirth the series. I like how the author is yet again filled the characters with charisma. I love the chemistry between them. I am super excited to see just where this will lead.

There is truely a lovely balance of adventure,drama, and romance. I also like how the world is developing and the characters as well. I still feel so drawn into this series and I cannot wait to read what comes next.

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Sessrumnir ( Antipodes Series Book 5) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

Sessrumnir (Antipodes, #5)Sessrumnir by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Again we got to a point where the characters were feeling safe and bam. This author really knows how to get the twists and turns into her stories. I love how the characters develope and mature and how the drama isn’t overwhelmed by romance. The balance really is just right. By now though I am really amazed I was drawn into a dypstopian world and I really cannot put this book down.

I really started to feel the loss along with the characters and really wanted to have a happy ever after but not knowing if it would be. I found that the author was able to redevelop the world and create an even more challenging one. I really couldnt put it down and needed to see how it all would end.

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Caim ( Antipodes Series Book 4) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

Caim (Antipodes, #4)Caim by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just when you think it is all safe and secure bam. Well this fourth book realy sort of throws a curveball at the characters. As with the past three books in the series they handle it with all the charisma and grace you expect. I realy like how the author draws out the series and uses twists and turns. This fourth book really drew me in.

The characters are drawn into a bit of a web and I love how the author is able to balance the romance and the drama whilst leading the reader through the story. I cannot say enough how I really felt as though I was right beside the characters. I truly got swept up in this world and could really feel how important the lessons the character’s learnt were.

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Ouroboros ( Antipodes Series Book 3) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

Ouroboros (Antipodes, #3)Ouroboros by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This third book really starts to cement the series and there is a truely clearer picture as to what the author is trying to put across. There is a lot of chemistry between the characters and the scary reality of their world brings a lot into question. I really couldn’t put this book down either.

I was so amazed when I got lost in this dystopian world. The romance and drama and adventure are well balanced. The author really has a entwined this series nicely. The books have a real flow and as with the first two I cannot wait to read the next one. I am excited to see how all the drama will unfold.

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The Liminal Space ( Antipodes Series Book 2) by T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Liminal Space (Antipodes, #2)The Liminal Space by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The second book developes the story line further and we begin to see just what kind of world it is. The characters still have the chemistry and that also adds to the story. I like how the author begins to create the world even further and brings the reader into it.

There are beginning to have more twists and turns as the story progresses. The author does a wonderful job of creating a very colorfull world and characters. There is also a undertone of the story base and I this really had me not wanting to put this book down. I began to get a clearer thought process of this series. I really look forward to the next one.

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Antipodes ( Antipodes Series Book 1) By T.S. Simons – Review by Caralee Loonat

Antipodes (Antipodes, #1)Antipodes by T.S. Simons
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have to say I like to find new authors and I enjoy finding series that are not always in my go to genre. I do like the romance element of this series and the whole setting of the series really was well written and I for one felt as though I was right in the midst of it. I have not really read a lot of dystopian books but I was drawn into this one.

I like how the author builds the characters and how the story is carried out. The chemistry between what becomes the lead characters really adds to the story. The author does a great job of balancing the drama and the romance. The author does a great job of building the characters and showing why they are how they are. I thought that this first book was an excellent start to the series and I couldn’t wait to get to the next one.

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Night Hawke ( The Hawke Family Second Generation Prequel ) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Caralee Loonat

Night Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation #0.5)Night Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many books by this author as she is one of my top ten and this book was once again a great read. I love how she is able to bring the characters to life. I find that the characters begin to grow and evolve throughout the story and that adds to the feeling as though I am right there in the heart of the action. I also love how she is able to balance out the drama and romance making such a well rounded book. I find that the characters have a real electric chemistry and I really look forward to reading more from this author and this series. I really do highly recommend this author.

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Married Blind ( Kings of the Screen Book 2 ) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Caralee Loonat

Married Blind (Kings of Screen, #2)Married Blind by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love finding new authors and also series. This is the first book I have read in this series although I know it is the second one by this author. I really like how the storyline is not predictable and keeps you on your toes. The interaction between the characters is great and how the story builds. I find it has a good mix of drama and romance. The sort of unexpected love mood really gives the edge to the book. I look forward to reading more from this author and the series.

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The Taste of Light ( The Winemakers Book 2 ) by Giovanna Siniscalchi – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Taste of Light (The Winemakers, #2)The Taste of Light by Giovanna Siniscalchi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I couldn’t ask for more in a romance book than including two of my favorite things. This book is set in my most favorite place to go to on holiday and also it’s a romance I really couldn’t ask for anything else. To make it even more it is a historical romance which is one of my top favorite genres. I like how the author is able to bring the back story to add to the present of the characters. I was really drawn into the drama of the book and hooked. I really didn’t want to put it down. The author is able to bring the characters to life and draw the reader into the adventure. I really felt as though I was right there in the midst of the drama and adventure as it unfolds. The author draws out the story and grabs you and I cannot wait to read more from this author.

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The Sneaky Kitten ( Invisible Magic Wand Book 4) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book FourThe Sneaky Kitten: Invisible Magic Wand Book Four by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many books by this author and this one was another great children’s book. I still wish my children were young enough for this but alas they are all grown. I definitely would recommend this author’s books for anyone with small children. Each book I have read has been entertaining and educational. I like how the author is able to catch the reader’s imagination. Definitely a great children’s books author. Highly recommend her books.

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Practically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie – Review by Caralee Loonat

Practically Pagan - An Alternative Guide to Magical LivingPractically Pagan – An Alternative Guide to Magical Living by Maria DeBlassie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a couple book by this author and I find her to be one of the most inspirational and motivational writers out there. I really like how she is able to uplift your soul and broaden your imagination. The book is full of colourful imagery and words. I found it very motivational and was able to help on my own self journey. I highly recommend this book and this author and will be reading more from her as well.

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If I Had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi – Reviewed by Caralee Loonat

If I had a Magic WandIf I had a Magic Wand by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really thought that this was such a sweet book. I would recommend it for any new parent. I think that even though it is supposed to be geared towards a baby etc that it would suit even for a parent to an older child. I myself think that it would be a great gift for a mother to give her daughter as she is about to have her first child. The poems are very sentimental and sweet. I really was quite moved by this book. Highly recommended.

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Amaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt – Review by Caralee Loonat

Amaleigha and the Big IdeaAmaleigha and the Big Idea by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another great inspirational children’s book. This is the second book by this author that I have read and I am quite impressed. I really like how the book grabs the reader and inspires them. This book is definitely a great book for your children and I only wish mine were young enough for this. I will definitely be recommending this book to friends who have younger children or grandchildren.

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Amaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt – Review by Caralee Loonat

Amaleigha Loves a Good StoryAmaleigha Loves a Good Story by Janice Pratt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love finding new authors. This is the first book by this author I have read and I wish my children were young enough to also read it. I like how the author brings the characters to life and how down to earth they are. The story was really inventive and creative. I really think that this book would inspire kids and help them learn how to help others. I really recommend this book for kids and believe that it teaches a good lesson.

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The Final Bite By Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Caralee Loonat

The Final BiteThe Final Bite by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a few of this author’s books and this was a good start to a new series. I was quite impressed with the story line and how the book progressed. I felt that the author brought the characters to life and I really felt as though I was in the midst of the action.

The characters a very unique as is the plot. I like how the story all be it short had enough backstory and enough filler that it really brought everything together. I like how the chemistry is between the lead and his mate. I really am very impressed with the way the author’s writing style empowers the characters and draws in the reader. I look forward to reading more from this series and author.

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Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians Book 1) by C.B. Samet – Review by Caralee Loonat

Raine Down (The Shadow Guardians, #1)Raine Down by C.B. Samet
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love finding new authors. This is the first book from this author I have read and I was not let down. I really like fantasy and paranormal genre type books and this really fit the bill. I like how the author is able to define the characters and give just enough of their backstory to bring fullness to the story. I like how the chemistry between the main characters is very unique. The author does a good job of brining the characters to life and I felt as though I was right in the midst of the action.

There was just enough drama and action and I like how there is an undertone of romance. I find that the author really brings the story to life and I was just not wanting to put this book down. I look forward to reading more from this series and from this author.

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Lucas the Spy Cat ( Jake the Growling Dog ) by Samantha Shannon – Review by Caralee Loonat

Lucas the Spy Cat: A Children's Mystery Adventure with Creativity & Imagination Boosting Activities (Jake the Growling Dog)Lucas the Spy Cat: A Children’s Mystery Adventure with Creativity & Imagination Boosting Activities by Samantha Shannon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I wish my children were younger so that I could share this book with them. I have read many of this author’s books and this one was another amazing book. I love how the author is able to engage the reader’s imagination. The author really does a wonderful job of creating the story and brining the characters to life. I think this a great book to have a younger reader read and heighten their imagination. I highly recommend this book and author. I believe this book is suitable for children aged between 5 and 9. As I previously said I just wish my children were younger.

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Petty’s Crime ( Satan’s Devils MC Las Vegas Book 3 ) by Manda Mallett – Review by Caralee Loonat

Petty's Crime (Satan's Devils MC Las Vegas #3)Petty’s Crime by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third book in this series that I have read and boy I was not let down. I have really smitten with this author’s MC series. I like how the books flow into one another and that she uses just the right amount of back story for the main characters that really adds depth to the stories. I love how the characters have very unique and explosive chemistry that builds and builds leaving you at the edge of your seat. i just could not put book down. I really cannot wait for the next book in the series. It goes without saying I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.

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Dream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

Dream-ShifterDream-Shifter by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow what a great fantasy book. I like finding different genres and this is quite a little gem. I like how the author takes the magical world and paints a wonderful story. The characters have a bit of complexity that brings depth to the story. I really like how there is a bit of drama as well as adventure. I really thought this was a good book and a little out of my genre selection but was very glad that I did read it. I will definitely be reading more from this author in future.

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The Dwarves Dilemma ( Science Folktales ) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Caralee Loonat

Dwarves' Dilemma, TheDwarves’ Dilemma, The by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read many books by this author and she has not disappointed. This is a good book for not only teaching children lessons but also explaining science. This book would be great for children about 7-9. I just wish my children were younger I would definitely have them read these. I like how she is able to engage the reader and make something they may find hard easier. I highly recommend this series to anyone with younger children. A very good way also to introduce science to children.

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Defiant Princess ( Mafia Elite Series Prequel ) by Amy McKinley – Review by Caralee Loonat

Defiant Princess (Mafia Elite Prequel)Defiant Princess by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love this author and I have read many of her books and this one was just another great story. I like how she brings in the drama and mixes a bit of romance. The stories are so full of action and drama that you get swept into them. The characters are always well written with enough back story to support. I love how the books blend well into the next and I cannot wait to read more from this author. I cannot put these books down as I am at the edge of my seat wanting to see what will happen next.

The chemistry between the characters is really good. I am well impressed how the author builds the world around the characters. I really felt as though I was right in the midst of the action. Mafia romances are one of my top 10 favorite genres. I will definitely be reading more of this series. I cannot wait!

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