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Perfect Office Pact (Perfect Romance Series) by Maria Jane – Review by Kerry Baker

Perfect Office PactPerfect Office Pact by Maria Jane
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a quick and easy romance story that pulls you in right from the start and has you invested in the characters for the whole time. I really enjoyed the story and watching the relationship between the characters develop.
This is a great office romance story that is fun and entertaining. It is the kind of book that is perfect for a lazy afternoon of reading and is another great book by this author. I enjoyed reading this book and I am looking forward to what else this story has to offer.

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Dark Sky at Dawn (Free Men and Dreamers Book 1) by L.C. Lewis – Review by Kerry Baker

Dark Sky at Dawn (Free Men and Dreamers, #1)Dark Sky at Dawn by Laurie L.C. Lewis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a well written and detailed historical romance story and it really felt like it connected with the characters. Their struggles, their fights and the journeys they go on all felt so real and relatable and even though it is a time and place I have no experience of.
The author has done an amazing job of transporting you into the story and I loved watching it all unfold. This author is one that I have read a few books previously and they are always this good. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish and I am looking forward to the next book.

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Murder At Music Hall (True North Murder Mystery Book 1) by A. J. Ullman – Review by Kerry Baker

Murder At Music Hall (A True North Murder Mystery Book 1)Murder At Music Hall by A. J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book introduces an absolutely gripping story that, at times, had me on the edge of my seat. What should be a straightforward murder investigation turned out to be anything but and the character had to navigate some complex situations. The story was intriguing and I wasn’t always sure which way the author would take it, which made it more exciting to read.
The book is full of twists and turns and it is great to see how the character handles everything that is thrown at him. The author has created a really exciting book that is full of suspense and mystery. This is a fantastic start to a new series and I cannot wait to read more.

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Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man, Book 1) by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Kerry Baker

Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story (A Better Man Book 1)Bailey and the CEO: A Corporate Love Story by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the title of this book, I expecting a nice romance story that was fairly superficial without much depth. However, I quickly realised this book was so much more than that. The perspective of middle aged female in a corporate world was so well portrayed and convincing. It gives such a real insight and feel about a situation a lot of the readers will have experienced. For me it meant I connect with the main character even more.
I loved the story overall and I thought it was absolutely perfect for the characters. It was well written and the kind of story I became completely immersed in. This is a fantastic story from start to finish that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Magic Wanda (Grandma’s Closet) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

Magic Wanda (Grandma's Closet Book 3)Magic Wanda by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everyone was excited to start a new book by this author, and what a fun book this one was to read. The whole story is designed to spark the imagination and I could see it happening with my daughter as we read the book. The images in the book were creative and helped to keep my kids engaged from start to finish.
As a parent, I always enjoy books by this author as, not only are they fun, but they are based on a great premise. This is probably one of our favourite series from this author and we are all looking forward to what comes next.

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Vacation Flirtation…or More? (Winter Getaway Romance Series) by Stacey Komosinski – Review by Kerry Baker

Vacation Flirtation...or More? (Winter Getaway Romance Book 1)Vacation Flirtation…or More? by Stacey Komosinski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a fun and flirty vacation story, that definitely turns into so much more. From the moment you start reading this book, the author effortlessly pulls you in with great writing and entertaining characters. They have obvious chemistry right from the word go and it was brilliant to watch this develop as the book went on.
This is one of those books that is so easy to read because it has been so well written. The story is engaging, fun, lighthearted but has characters who make it so interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, which is a great start to a new series.

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Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kerry Baker

Hay Goes Home (The Adventures of Cray)Hay Goes Home by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a delightful story with some familiar characters that we have already come to love. This is an author that really knows his target audience and creates wonderful stories aimed at them perfectly. My kids love picking up one of these books, and each new one instantly becomes our favourite. The story combined with the images always tells an entertaining story with a great message right at its core.
I really enjoyed sharing this book with my children. It was a great one to sit down and read together (multiple times) and we all got equal enjoyment out of it. This is a brilliant book to read as a family and we are excited to the next one this author has to offer.

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Test of the Four: Book Two of The Serrulata Saga by A.E. Bennett – Review by Kerry Baker

Test of the Four (The Serrulata Saga, #2)Test of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second in the series and is a great follow up to the first book. It was great to get back into these characters and continue on their journey with them. This book is just as descriptive and detailed as the first one. At times it slowed the story down a little but definitely added a depth to the story that would have otherwise been missing.
The story is well created and just as exciting as the first one. It was great to see all the characters develop as they explored their new reality outside the realm. I connected with them as easily as the first book and I am looking forward to seeing what is next in store for them.

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Kingdom of the Oceans (Relic Hunters Series) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Kerry Baker

Kingdom of the OceansKingdom of the Oceans by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to get back into this story and these characters. This series has been brilliant so far and this book is a fantastic addition. It was hard going into this story knowing it was the conclusion of the book and yet I couldn’t stop myself from reading it so quickly. This book was exciting and fast paced and I loved watching the characters develop even further. After six books, you expect to have seen everything from them and yet they all seemed to give so much more.
I have enjoyed every single moment of this series and I am sad that this is the conclusion. But the best way to get over this is to read them all again. I would highly recommend not only this book but this whole series to any YA fan.

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Fuller Sight by John Stone – Review by Kerry Baker

Fuller SightFuller Sight by John Stone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an original story that offers a unique perspective on life. Every part of it is focused on the characters – their journey, what they go through, the narrative surrounding them. You can’t help but become invested in them.
This is a new author to me and I really enjoyed how different this book felt most others I have read recently. It is a book that really makes you think and draws you in bit by bit. It has certainly piqued my interest about his writing style and has made me want to explore it more. This is a great book and a wonderful way to discover a new author.

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Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace Series) by Alyndra Quinn – Review by Kerry Baker

Hidden Mischief (Shattered Embrace #1)Hidden Mischief by Alyndra Quinn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a well written story which is focused entirely on the two main characters. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed getting familiar with their writing style. I didn’t necessarily connect with the story itself but I found the main characters interesting enough that it didn’t matter. I loved the connection between them. They had an undeniable chemistry that just seemed to work for them.
I thought this book was a great way to get a feel for this authors writing style. I showed what kind of work they produced and has definitely piqued my interest for further books. I am going to explore what else they have to offer, including any more in this series.

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Dirty Heartbreaker (Hamilton Steelhawks Series) by A. C. Sheppard – Review by Kerry Baker

Dirty Heartbreaker: Hamilton Steelhawks Book 3Dirty Heartbreaker: Hamilton Steelhawks Book 3 by A C Sheppard
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great sports romance story with a enemies-to-lovers theme. The players had an interesting history which coloured their first few interactions and set the tone for the entertaining story we got. It is quite a slow burn story but for me, that just gave us more time to get to know the characters and love them for who they are.
The book is a well written story that is a great mix of good story-telling, romance and spice. This is the first book that I had read by this author and it can definitely be read as a standalone. Having read this book however, I know I will be going back to read the others because I enjoyed this one so much. This is a great book and I am excited to read more.

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Dancing Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series) by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Baker

Dancing Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series Book 2)Dancing Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great addition to the series and a great follow up to the first book. We meet this character in the first book and it is great to see more about her. The overall story is exciting to read. I enjoyed the connection between the characters and the unorthodox nature of it.
This author is one that I have become familiar with more and more recently and I always enjoy everything I read. This particular book was exciting to read and had a fast paced nature. I was excited to see how things would turn out and I became invested in the characters. It is a great story that is worth the read.

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Delayed Redemption (The DAG Team Series) by Kel O’Connor – Review by Kerry Baker

Delayed Redemption: DAG Team Series: Book 3 of 4 Special Ops Romantic SuspenseDelayed Redemption: DAG Team Series: Book 3 of 4 Special Ops Romantic Suspense by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a brilliant romantic suspense that is all about the characters right at is centre. Even with everything going on around them, their connection and chemistry completely shine through. I loved that they had history between them. I think it added such a depth to their relationship and I became more invested in them.
This series is such a strong one. The books are exciting, fast paced and incredible to read. It think this one has to be my favourite so far and it has made me even more excited about what is to come. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish and would high recommend it.

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Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kerry Baker

Beach Ball Blunder (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Beach Ball Blunder by G Pa Rhymes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun and entertaining story this is. I loved the premise of the book and what is teaches children. I also loved how engaging the illustrations were. They are definitely what caught my kids attention first. We all enjoyed sitting and reading this book as a family, even reading it multiple times already.
It is always a joy to find a new author my kids like and, based on the last couple of books, I can definitely say we have found another one. We are all looking forward to reading more from this author, especially if they are as good as this one.

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Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago Series) by Anise Storm – Review by Kerry Baker

Deceptively Yours (Titans of Chicago, #1)Deceptively Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the moment I started reading this book I found it impossible to put down. It is well written, intense and such a great story. I loved the characters. The push and pull between them is captivating and I could have read about it so much more. Even through the hatred, there was an undeniable chemistry and for me that is what I loved the most about them.
I thought the story was really strong. It matched the characters so well and I was swept up in what the author was telling us. I love this authors writing style and this book is a great example of why. This book is absolutely fantastic and I loved it from start to finish.

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Fashionably Fake (Kings of Screen Series) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Kerry Baker

Fashionably FakeFashionably Fake by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first fake romance story I have read in a while and I think it is a really great one. I connected with the characters so easily and I thought the author did a great job of making them relatable and feel real. I thought the overall story was good and fit well with the characters and their development throughout the book.
This is an author that I have become more familiar with over the last couple of years and I always enjoy her work. Her books are always well written and interesting and this book has definitely confirmed that I want to discover more of what she has to offer. This is a great story that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries, Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Kerry Baker

Murder She Meowed (Bookshop Kitties Mysteries Book 2)Murder She Meowed by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book, and series, really is the epitome of a cozy mystery. It is fun, lighthearted and mysterious all at the same time. The variety of different characters in this book is brilliant. They span ages and personalities and all work together so well to make a really interesting book.
I loved watching how this story developed. The author did a great job of doing throwing out multiple suspects to keep you guessing. I was engaged with the story the whole time and couldn’t wait to see how things would turn out. This was a great book and a brilliant addition to the series.

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Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series) by Sandra L. Young – Review by Kerry Baker

Divinely Dramatic (Divine Vintage Series, #2)Divinely Dramatic by Sandra L. Young
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great fun romance with a host of brilliant characters. I loved the whole feel of the book from the moment I started reading. It was a great mystery story and yet it still held a light hearted feel to it. The characters had their own journeys to go on and the way the author brought everything together was great.
This book was a great addition to the series and really shows off the authors writing style. These are the first ones that I have read and I will definitely be reading many more. I enjoyed this book from start to finished and loved watching the mystery unfold.

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Curse of the Forbidden Island by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

Curse of Forbidden IslandCurse of Forbidden Island by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this short story by one of my favourite authors. It was so easy to connect with the story and be swept away by everything taking place. I hadn’t read the blurb before starting the book, so hadn’t expected the RH element. However, that really just added to the story.
This author has truly become one of my favourites over the last couple of years and I am always so excited to get my hands on another of her books. This one was absolutely brilliant. My only complaint is that I wish it were longer!

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A Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo – Review by Kerry Baker

A Miracle In Muffin: A True StoryA Miracle In Muffin: A True Story by Darlene Duemo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

From the moment you start reading, this book has such a wholesome and lovely feel about it. It was a little harder to connect with given how strong the religious focus was, but I think that is more to do with my lack of belief. For anyone who practices this religion, it is a beautifully written story.
Religion aside, I still found myself enjoying this story and the journey we get to witness. It is definitely an uplifting book and for that alone I csn easily say I thought it was great.

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The Other Side of Together by Emily Cox and Nicole Allen – Review by Kerry Baker

The Other Side of TogetherThe Other Side of Together by Emily Cox
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book utterly captured my attention from the moment I ready the blurb and yet nothing could have prepared me for how emotional I actually found this story to be! I loved Marcus and Mei Li. Their connection, their story and everything they were battling made them easily some of the best characters I have read about.
Everything in this story was so well told. It was artfully crafted by an author who clearly not only has a passion for writing by the skills to produced an amazing book. As soon as I started reading this book, I could not wait to see how things would turn out. I had to read it all in one sitting. This is a fantastic story and I would highly recommend it.

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CUTTER (Devils’ Spawn Daddies Series) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Kerry Baker

Cutter: Devils' Spawn DaddiesCutter: Devils’ Spawn Daddies by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I picked up this book to start reading, I hadn’t read the description or the reviews at all. I saw the name of the author and that was enough. I was completely surprised by the BDSM element to the story but I think the author portrayed it really well. It entirely changed what I was expecting from the characters and it was great to just be taken along for the ride.
Cutter was definitely my favourite character. I connected with him instantly and I loved the growth we saw throughout the book. For me, the author has created one of those characters that carries the story with ease. I really enjoyed reading this story.

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Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray Series) by G Pa Rhymes – Review by Kerry Baker

Cray Saves the Day (The Adventures of Cray on the Bay)Cray Saves the Day by G. Pa Rhymes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having only recently read the first book in this series, it was lovely to get back to the characters. They are so entertaining to read about and my kids really seem to engage with them. I loved the premise of this story to; helping friends, looking out for others. It is exactly the message we are trying to teach our kids right now and this was the perfect way reinforce what we were saying.
My daughter seem to connect with this story even more. Environmental concerns and impacts are something she has been learning about recently at school and this book just really helped to put it into context for her in a fun and entertaining way. This is a great story that is worth reading.

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Resisting Nature (Powder River Pack Series) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker

Resisting NatureResisting Nature by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another brilliant addition to this series and I think has to have the strongest characters so far. I really connected with them and I feel like they were so real and believable. Their connection to each other is so strong as well. It isn’t plain sailing for them either which I think made them more interesting to read about.
The story fit really well with the characters. It was an interesting story and I was pulled into it straight away. I always enjoy this authors writing style and her books never fail to entertain me. This series feels like it is going from strength to strength and I am looking forward to the next.

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Fade into the Night (Philly Heat Series) by Becky Flade – Review by Kerry Baker

Fade Into the Night (Philly Heat series, #5)Fade Into the Night by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a brilliant romantic suspense story and I loved the characters at the heart of it. Noah and Sadie has such as real and believable connection right from the start. I really enjoyed watching their relationship blossom, even with everything they had to face.
The story was intriguing. It was fast paced and exciting to read. I always enjoy how this author approaches a story and each of them are great stories. This book was so easy to read because I was caught up in the story and wanted to see how things would turn out. This is a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Nessie and the Viking Gold (Nessie’s Grotto) by Lois Wickstrom and Jean Lorrah – Review by Kerry Baker

Nessie and the Viking GoldNessie and the Viking Gold by Lois June Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having only read the previous book in the series recently, we were excited to get our hands on this story. This is a great follow up to the first book and it was nice to see my children remember the characters and re-engage with them. This story was just as fun and exciting to read and it was lovely to join Craig and Linda on another adventure.
With every book I read by this author I always think that the next one can’t be as good. Yet time and time again she proves otherwise. I am already looking forward to the next book we can read as a family and always enjoy reading each and every book again. I would highly recommend this author and this book.

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Group Hug by Ariella Talix – Review by Kerry Baker

Group HugGroup Hug by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author and I was definitely intrigued from the moment I read the blurb. I really enjoyed the dynamic between the three characters. You could feel each of their personalities coming out and yet they all connected so well with each other. It was great to see their relationship develop, especially as they were all battling with their own baggage.
Overall, I enjoyed the story. It helped to progress the characters and their relationship but, for me, that is all it did. This book was about all about Petra, Weston and Callum, which certainly worked. I thought this book was a great read and a lovely way to be introduced to a new author. I will definitely be investigating more of her work in the future.

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Sasha Smart by Shermaine Perry-Knights – Review by Kerry Baker

Sasha Smart: Short Stories for GirlsSasha Smart: Short Stories for Girls by Shermaine Perry-Knights
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is an inspiring and fantastic book that I loved being able to share with my daughter. The messages and acceptance throughout these stories was incredible to see and it was a great way to have specific discussions with my daughter.
The fact that the book is a collection of short stories, rather than one whole story, made it even better. It allows the target audience to focus on one aspect, digesting it and being able to explore the ideas, before moving on to the next. This book is perfectly written with the audience in mind and even I enjoyed reading through it. This is a brilliant book that I would urge everyone to try.

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Master Botosoni (Masters of the Consulate Book 9) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

Master Botosoni (Masters of the Consulate #9)Master Botosoni by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to get my hands on another book in this series and could not wait to start reading it! Even though we are nine books in, this series still feels fresh, unique and like it is getting better with each book released. As I expected, I was pulled straight into this story and it was the kind of book I had to read all in one sitting. I took me no time at all to get through it because the story was so incredible.
I loved the characters in this book. I think these ones have got to be some of my favourite of the series, although it really is hard to pick between them all. I just seemed to connect with them instantly, which made the story even better. I love the feel of these books and the tone the author has achieved. This is another fantastic story in the series and I hope it continues for a long time to come!

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