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Helpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford – Review by Kerry Baker

Helpful HudsonHelpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an engaging and entertaining book that teaches children the importance of taking care of themselves. It brings a new take on kindness that not all children will have thought about. I thought this book did a great job of opening up new topics for discussion that myself and my daughter hadn’t touched on before.
I think the message in this book is one for adults to take note of as well. The best way to look after others is to make sure you look after yourself first. This was a great, educational book and should be shared with children.

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Underneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren – Review by Kerry Baker

Underneath The WhiskeyUnderneath The Whiskey by Chelsea Lauren
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was so much more heart wrenching and emotional than I expected when I first start reading. I was completely captivated by Ben and his story. It really seemed to touch me and the thought that people genuinely feel like they need to live a hidden is saddening. I loved to watch how the story developed and I was fully behind Ben and Caden right from the start.
This is a new author to me and, if this book is anything to go by, I will definitely be reading more. I loved this story and I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite Book 4) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Baker

Brutal Nights (Hidden Valley Elite #4)Brutal Nights by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series just seems to go from strength to strength. I could not wait to get my hands on this book, I just had to see how things would progress with these characters. I was instantly hooked on this book and pulled straight back into their story. I devoured this in one sitting and could still have read even more. I have even started re-reading this series again from scratch.
I love the connection the characters in this series all seem to have. It is undeniable, right from the first page and I am completely pulled in to it. This author I fast becoming one of my favourites and I cannot wait to read more.

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Talks Like Thunder (Red With Native Blood Book 1) by Randal Nerhus & Marjorie Carter – Review by Kerry Baker

Talks Like Thunder (Red With Native Blood: Novella One)Talks Like Thunder by Randal Nerhus
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such an emotional and touching read from the start to the finish. Although it is a work in fiction, it is inspired by true events and well known historical ones. It is so hard to imagine people having to go through what this character did and yet the author did an amazing job of making it seem real and relatable.
The book is only short, as expected from a novella, but it is the kind of book I could have gone on reading. I would definitely recommend this book and can’t wait to see what else this author has to offer

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Fetching Dreams by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Kerry Baker

Fetching DreamsFetching Dreams by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is truly an inspiring and heartfelt story of two young girls who strike up a bond despite living worlds apart. The connection they develop grows overtime as they slowly get to know each other. And, although on the face of it their lives are completely different, they soon find commonalities as their bond strengthens.
The author has done an incredible jobs at portraying both of these girls. They are engaging and interesting and I wanted to know more about them. The story is inspiring, watching two young girls forge a connection when everything says it shouldn’t work. I really enjoyed this story and would love to read more like it.

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Living with Conviction: A True Crime Memoir by Toby Dorr – Review by Kerry Baker

Living With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering ChoicesLiving With Conviction: Unexpected Sisterhood, Healing, and Redemption in the Wake of Life-Altering Choices by Toby Dorr
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I knew this book would be good just from the fact it is based on a true story. Having studied Law, true crime has always fascinated me. And yet this book captivated me in a way I did not expect at all. I thought the author did an amazing job of pulling us into her world, and her journey, setting the scene as though we were there with her. I was hooked on this story the moment I started reading. It is a raw, honest and awe inspiring story that I would highly recommend to everyone! I cannot wait to discover what else this author has produced.

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A Teacher’s Heart by Melissa Lavi – Review by Kerry Baker

A Teacher's HeartA Teacher’s Heart by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a sweet and heartwarming story, designed to teach children that every one is different. Using teachers as a focal point I think this book does a fantastic job at celebrating differences in a way that is engaging and fun for children to read. The illustrations in the book really add life to the story and make it so much easier for the intended audience to enjoy it.
This would be a great book to introduce to a child just before they start school as it would make them feel easier about the unfamiliar. This is a brilliant book that was a pleasure to read.

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Ladies of the Links (Ladies of the Links Book 2) by Haley Rhoades – Review by Kerry Baker

Ladies of the Links #2Ladies of the Links #2 by Haley Rhoades
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant second chance romance that has so many of the things I like in a book. I was pulled into this story really easily and found I lost the afternoon reading this book. I enjoyed the characters and their development. Their connection was obvious, even after so many years apart. I wanted to see how things would turn out for them and hoped for their happy ending.
I thought the writing style of this book was easy going and a great read. It is the kind of book you can pass an afternoon reading. As the second book in the series, it could easily be read as a standalone, however I know I will be reading them all.

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A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2) by Tami Lund – Review by Kerry Baker

A Way Out (Rock Star Book 2)A Way Out by Tami Lund
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second book of the series, but can be read as a standalone. This is a great rockstar romance that has a strong focus on the characters at is core. I loved the connection between Maria and Oz. It was instant and believable. I really enjoyed watching how it developed as the book wen one.
This is a pretty new author to me still and I am enjoying getting to know the writing style. The story has a great pace to it and I found it easy to engage with. This was a thoroughly enjoyable book and I am looking forward to the next.

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Trapping the Butterfly (Butterflies Fly Free Series Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Baker

Trapping the ButterflyTrapping the Butterfly by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was wonderful to see a historical romance set in the 1920’s as it is not something I have come across before. And the author has done an amazing job of bringing that era to life. Her descriptions, and the story, really made it feel like I was there in the 20s. I could imagine everything being described and it was fascinating to read.
The overall story was fun and easy to read. It is short book so did not take me long to get through it but it was thoroughly enjoyable all the same. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Falling Again (Buckeye Falls Book 3) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Baker

Falling Again: A Buckeye Falls NovelFalling Again: A Buckeye Falls Novel by Libby Kay

This was a sweet and enjoyable read about finding romance in your life again. This is the third book in the series and can be read as a standalone but I would personally recommend reading all of them. I loved seeing more of these characters and watching them develop over the course of the book. It was heart warming to see them rediscover their love and passion.
The author has created a meaningful story, about characters who don’t always get the spotlight. It was nice to read about characters after the “happy ever after” and I think this was a great book.

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Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts Series Book 3) by Debbie Cromack – Review by Kerry Baker

Someone to Watch Over Me (Wounded Hearts, #3)Someone to Watch Over Me by Debbie Cromack

This book is a friends to lovers romance and is the third book in the series. This book is really all about the main characters and their connection. The timing and the opportunities just never seemed to work out for them and I couldn’t help but root for them anyway. I enjoyed watching their relationship develop.
The overall story was well thought out and a sweet romance. This author knows how to create a book you want to read, and this one is no exception. I would definitely recommend both this book and this author.

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Rise of the Hunter (Blood Prophecy Series) by Barb Jones – Review by Kerry Baker

Rise of the HunterRise of the Hunter by Barb Jones
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great story and a brilliant addition to the series. I also enjoyed the fact that it is the start of a new series too. The book is a well written fantasy story that was so easy to engage with. I was pulled in to the story straight away and loved how the author built the story up.
I enjoyed the combination of old and new characters. They all added some thing to the overall story and made the book much better to read. Although I have only read a few books by this author I have enjoyed them all and I am looking forward to more.

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The Hussar’s Duty (The Winged Warrior Series Book 3) by Griffin Brady – Review by Kerry Baker

The Hussar's Duty (The Winged Warrior #3)The Hussar’s Duty by Griffin Brady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series and is a great addition overall. This book can be read as a standalone but is one I would suggest is worth reading in order. This book is detailed and such an interesting one to read. I like how varied the story and the characters felt. The characters really brought this book to life. They added a dynamic to the book that made it even more enjoyable.
This author is a very new author to me but I am really enjoying their writing style. It has a good, easy to read tone to it and I always connect with the story being told. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I can wait to read more from this author.

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Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6) by Aubrey Wynne – Review by Kerry Baker

Earl of Griffith (Once Upon a Widow Book 6)Earl of Griffith by Aubrey Wynne
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the sixth one in the series and is just as good and as endearing as the others. I seemed to connect with this book much more than the others, the characters and the story. I loved the connection between the characters. It seemed so natural and real.
The story the author has created is fun and lighthearted. It is the perfect feel for this kind of book. I easily engaged with this story and wanted to see how things would play out. I always really enjoy books by this author and this one is one of my favourites.

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The Passion of 3: A Second Chance MMF Romance by Ariella Talix – Review by Kerry Baker

The Passion of 3The Passion of 3 by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The characters, and their chemistry, is everything about this book for me. I loved how interconnected they were and just how strong their bond is. Even after so many years it was obviously still there.
I thought the story was really well written. Usually, this type of book is fairly predictable but with this specific one I found myself unsure as to how things would play out a few times. I enjoyed getting lost in the story and the characters and I am looking forward to the next book from this author.

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Bound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski – Review by Kerry Baker

Bound by the HinterlandsBound by the Hinterlands by Bree M. Lewandowski
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has to be one of the better developed books that I have read this year. From the moment I started reading to the moment I finished, I was fully taken on the journey the author wants you to go on. The characters are well thought out and it was lovely to see the connection build between them over time, rather than have it all instantly fall into place.
The story was a really interesting one as well. It could have gone a number of ways at anytime and yet the author never seemed to lose control of it. I was fully invested in it and the characters, especially Cressida. I fully enjoyed reading this story and cannot wait to see what is next from this author.

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The Boys of Alpha Block by Nancy Nau Sullivan – Review by Kerry Baker

The Boys of Alpha BlockThe Boys of Alpha Block by Nancy Nau Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When i started reading this book I did so based on word of mouth. I didn’t read the description or look at any reviews, I just started reading. So to say I was surprised by the story is an understatement. This book is emotional and heart wrenching. It is so easy to n imagine this group of boys and everything they have experienced. It felt b like this book had me b on the edge of my seat the whole way through. It was fanatically written and simply captivating. I loved this book and would highly recommend it to anyone.

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Acting Counsel (Kings of Screen Book 3) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Kerry Baker

Acting Counsel (Kings of Screen, #3)Acting Counsel by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This story is a great forbidden romance book. Ad the third book in the series it can be read as a standalone however I think it is worth reading all of the books in the series. The characters in this book are great. They clearly have a strong connection from the start, but with so much to overcome you have to question if it will be enough. They v are v easy to engage with and I enjoyed getting to know them.
The overall story of this book was great. I wanted to see how everything would work out.  This book had left me excited to read the next book in the series.

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The Messy Kids by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

The Messy KidsThe Messy Kids by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is yet another fun and entertaining book that the whole family can really enjoy together. Our entire household has become such a huge fan of this author and we are yet to come across a book we don’t enjoy. I loved this one so much. I loved how it teaches kids to use their imagination. My daughter really enjoyed this book too. This is the first book by this author that she has tried to read herself, and not just listen to me read it for her. These books are great for those who are learning to read as they are short and punchy stories. I am already looking forward to the next book and having it read to me!

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Editor Kill Fee (The Taylor Browning Cozy Mysteries Book 3) by GG Collins – Review by Kerry Baker

Editor Kill Fee (Taylor Browning Cozy Mysteries #3)Editor Kill Fee by G.G. Collins

I was very excited to get my hands on the next book in this series. Although it is the third book this can be read as a standalone. This is such a fun cozy mystery story that is pure entertainment from start to finish. I thought the story had been so well put together. It was intriguing and kept you turning the pages and yet maintained a lighthearted feel to it throughout.
I thought the characters were such fun and contributed to the lighthearted feel. I enjoyed getting to know them and watching them develop as the story did. This book is a great combination of fun and mystery and I would definitely recommend it.

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Ghosts of Alda (The Obscured Throne Trilogy Book 2) by Russell Archey – Review by Kerry Baker

Ghosts of AldaGhosts of Alda by Russell Archey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic follow up to the first book in the series and I couldn’t wait to start reading it. I loved delving into this continuation of the story and refamiliarizing myself with the characters. I would definitely suggest reading these books in order. As with the first, this book is well written, creative and utterly engaging. It took no effort for me to connect with this world again. I thought the story followed on so well, it really didn’t feel like anytime between reading the first book and the second.
The characters in this book feel like they have been carefully selected to create an imaginative story. They weave so well together and are all interesting to read about. I enjoyed every part of reading about them. This book is fantastic and well written. I cannot wait for more.

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Stalked by the Devil (To Kiss a Stalker Series) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Baker

Stalked by the DevilStalked by the Devil by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This author certainly knows how to write a book that will grab your attention. This book is fact paced and edgy. It is the kind of book you have to read quickly because you n want to see how it will turn out. I loved the characters and the dynamic between them all. Each really added something to the story. Although i only discovered this author recently, I have really come to enjoy her work. This is a great book that is worth the read.

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Huff… Puff… Grind! (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

Huff...Puff...Grind!: The 3 Little Pigs Get SmartHuff…Puff…Grind!: The 3 Little Pigs Get Smart by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a brilliant adaption of the 3 Little Pigs story. This author is already a favourite in our house but I think this book has to be the best by far. Or at least in my opinion. I thought it was so clever and well done. And I loved how much fun my kids found in it. This is a story that we are familiar with already and this take was so much fun to read.
This is one that we have all engaged with and the entertainment it has brought us has been endless. This is the first book by this author that I keep requesting we read, although I hear no arguments when I do. This author really does know how to create an amazing story that gets the whole family involved.

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Twisted Proposal (Central Florida Stories Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Kerry Baker

Twisted Proposal: Central Florida StoriesTwisted Proposal: Central Florida Stories by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the third in the series but can be read as a standalone. This book is the very definition of hot and spicy. The chemistry between the characters was palpable from the moment they first met. You could feel it on every page and only seemed to grow stronger. I was pulled into their story and couldn’t stop reading.
The author has created a great story with characters that seem to fill the pages. It is just as good as the others in the series and I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I would definitely recommend this, and the series as a whole, to anyone.

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What Do the Plants Say? (Alex, the Inventor) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

What Do the Plants Say? (Alex, the Inventor)What Do the Plants Say? by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another great book by a firm favourite author. Both of my kids are always so excited when we get a new book by her. This book was fun and very entertaining, although not one of the best we have read. This book felt a little more flat compared to the others we have read recently, but that could be just because they were so good. Either way, we still got great enjoyment out of this book. It was engaging and the kids loved to look at the pictures and see what was going on. As usual, we read this book multiple times and I am sure we will read it many times more.

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Sleeping Love by Natalina Reis – Review by Kerry Baker

Sleeping LoveSleeping Love by Natalina Reis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an interesting take on a well known fairy tale and it is one I have really enjoyed. I thought the story was well thought out and interesting. It caught my attention straight away. I lived thr characters in this.book. I felt their connection and was drawn to their journey.
This is an author that I have become very familiar with and I really love how all of her books are different. This one is nothing like any of her others but it is just as good. This is a great story that i would highly recommend.

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Seen by Lori Nelson – Review by Kerry Baker

SeenSeen by Lori Nelson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This.is a great sci-fi Book that is well written and unique. When I First read the description of this book I found it a little confusing. But I had heard good things about the story so decided to give it a try and I am glad I did. The booknwas exciting and fast paced from the moment you start reading. The characters were engaging and really added to the overall story.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but it won’t be the last. I thoroughly enjoyed it right from the start.

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The Guardian of Whispers (The Reeds of West Hills Book 1) by B. E. Padgett – Review by Kerry Baker

The Guardian of Whispers (The Reeds of West Hills #1)The Guardian of Whispers by B.E. Padgett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an entertaining story right from the start. The twins were brilliant characters. I loved their dynamic and the connections they built with the the other characters. They were engaging and easy to connect with.
The story itself was well written and fast paced. It was an exciting story that would appeal to all ages. I also really liked the cover of the book. It has a light hearted feel, which is unusual for this genre Book. This is a great story that is thoroughly enjoyable.

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The Synchronicity of Love: Stories that Heal, Transform, and Awaken by John David Latta – Review by Kerry Baker

The Synchronicity of Love: Stories that Heal, Transform, and AwakenThe Synchronicity of Love: Stories that Heal, Transform, and Awaken by John David Latta
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This isn’t b usually they sort of Book that I would go for, but something about this one caught my b eye. I love the fact that v it was s collection of stories, small glimpses into the authors journey. It was awe-inspiring reading about his discoveries and it felt like you made them right along with him. The boom was really well written. It slowly pulls you in and offers you wisdom and insight. Although I still don’t think this will ever be my go to sort of Book I was really glad I gave this one a try!

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