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Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4) by CR Robertson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Forbidden Blood (The Shadow Chronicles Book 4)Forbidden Blood by C.R. Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic addition to the story and I devoured it so quickly. It is an exciting and fast paced fantasy story that is so well written. I loved the characters that this booked focused on. Although it is the fourth book in the series it could be read as a standalone. However, I would highly suggest reading all of the series for the best enjoyment.
This book was gripping from start to finish and I became utterly engrossed in it. This is the kind of book that you read in one sitting and still want more, even after it is finished. This is a brilliant book and probably my favourite so far. I cannot wait for the next book.

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The Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Master of DemiseThe Master of Demise by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an intriguing mystery story that is full of twists and turns all the way to the end. I was pulled in to the story from the moment I started reading. Watching everything unfold, I had to know how it was all going to turn out. I thought the way the author built up the story was brilliant. Everything seemed to be an extra layer, from the characters to the story line. I enjoyed unpicking it all through to the conclusion.
This is still an author I am only relatively familiar with but I am becoming increasingly impressed with. Each book I enjoy with ease and look forward to reading more. This is a well crafted and interesting story that is well worth the read.

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The Sisterhood of Secrets (The Gods’ Scion Book 4) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Sisterhood of SecretsThe Sisterhood of Secrets by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the fourth in the series and I would highly suggest reading them in order to fully enjoy the experience. This is a fast paced fantasy story that is well imagined and interesting to read. It really feels like the characters go on a journey through this book. The author weaves in so many elements that is keeps the story fresh and intriguing.
This is an author I have recently started to read a bit more of and I have to say I have enjoyed everything so far. The books she creates are imaginative and original and easy to get in to. I am already looking forward to whatever is next.

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Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Kerry Baker

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Grand Slam (Ground Rule Book 3)Grand Slam by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another great addition to this series, and I think it is my favourite so far. I love a good enemies to lovers story and I really seemed to connect with this one. I loved the characters in the book and how their story progressed. After not having the best start they really build their connection but it is done in a way that I real and genuine.
I have enjoyed getting to know this authors writing style over the course of these books and it is one that I find engaging and easy to read. I easily get into her stories and look forward to the story she is going to tell. I am excited to read the next book in this story and see what else this author has to offer.

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The Finding (Berrycreek Heights Series Book 1) by A. M. Porto – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Finding (Berrycreek Heights, #1)The Finding by A.M. Porto
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was much more intense and dark than I had expected going into it. I hadn’t read the blurb or any reviews and, based off the title alone, I was expecting a light hearted YA romance. And yet this book is the opposite of that and so much more. I felt like I went through a rollercoaster of emotions when reading this book and I loved watching how it all played out.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and this has all the markings of an amazing series. I was pulled into the story easily and I thought it was well developed. This is a great book and I am looking forward to the next.

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cruel Start (Hidden Valley Elite #4.5)Cruel Start by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series just keeps getting better and better with each book that I read. For the prequel to the next duet, this really starts off with a bang. I already suspect Phoenix and Aspen are going to be my favourite couple of the series. They have undeniable chemistry and yet clearly have a long road ahead of them.
This author has created such a strong and lasting series. It is one of the best I have read all year and I do not want it to end any time soon. I am desperate to get my hands on the next book to see how things will play out. If you haven’t read it yet I would highly recommend you pick up this whole series today.

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley Book 1) by Theresa Paolo – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1): A Small Town Fake Relationship RomanceA Toast for Laurent (Vine Valley, #1): A Small Town Fake Relationship Romance by Theresa Paolo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great second chance romance and a refreshing twist on a fake romance. I loved Laurent and Phoebe, they have such a great chemistry together. Even after 20 years apart and their history you could still feel their connection. It was great seeing how things would play out.
This is a strong start to a new series and a great introduction to a new author. I thought the book was well written and thoroughly enjoyable. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Kerry Baker

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Sacrifice Bunt (Ground Rule Book 2)Sacrifice Bunt by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The second book in the series, I thought this was a great follow up to the first book and can be read as a standalone. I thought this book was even more entertaining than the first. The connection between the characters was just as strong as those in the first but I found these ones to be funnier. I enjoyed watching their relationship build as the story went on.
I am very much enjoying this series so far and I really hope that it carries on the way it is. I am looking forward to the next book in the series and will be checking out some of other books by this author too.

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Walk Off (Ground Rule Book 1) by Bree Kraemer – Review by Kerry Baker

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Walk OffWalk Off by Bree Kraemer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great second chance romance and one in which you will really root for the characters the whole way through. This book is a combination of some of my favourite tropes – second chance, secret baby, sports. I knew I was going to enjoy this book as soon as I started reading and I can definitely say that I did. It was lovely to see the connection between the main characters build again after so much time apart.
This is a new author to me and if this book is anything to go by it is one who will become very familiar. I really enjoyed getting to know these characters and the overall writing style. It found the book to be easy to read, the perfect escape into a fictional world. I am looking forward to book 2 already.

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Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood Book 1) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Kerry Baker

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Twisted Oath (Bound By Blood #1)Twisted Oath by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

From the moment you start reading this book you are pulled into a dark and intense world. It grabs your attention and keeps a tight grip well after the book is finished. It was gritty and exciting and an absolute rollercoaster of emotions. The characters really brought all the emotions of the book into focus and made it real and alive. I loved their connection and the evident chemistry between them.
This author really knows how to write a truly fantastic book and this is just one example of many. I also connect with her books so easily and I am always left wanting more once I have finished. This is a brilliant start to a new series and I cannot wait to see what else is to come.

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta Book 2) by Elsa Winckler – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta, #2)A Match Made in Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a quick and easy to read romance story that focused on relatable and likeable characters. I thought Annie and Craig had such a great connection. It was sweet and entertaining watching them get to know each other and figure out their feelings for the other.
This is a new author to me and I enjoyed the pace the added to the book. It was easy to connect with and perfect or passing away a lazy afternoon. The book hit the right balance between fun and romantic, which for me also matched the characters and their personalities. This was a thoroughly enjoyable book and I am looking forward to discovering more of this author.

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Soul Redeemed (War of Destiny Book 5) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Kerry Baker

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Soul Redeemed (War of Destiny #5)Soul Redeemed by Theresa Van Spankeren
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 5th book in the series and I would definitely recommend reading the others first. This series seems to go from strength to strength, with no signs of slowing down. It is impressive the author has managed to successfully keep the series going for this long.
It was so easy to slip back into these characters and the story. This book is just as exciting as the others and I loved how it all developed. The book was well written and intriguing. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and cannot wait for more.

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Twisted Eros (Modern Mythica Book 1) by Aria Skylar – Review by Kerry Baker

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Twisted Eros (Modern Mythica Book 1)Twisted Eros by Aria Skylar
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Right from the moment you start reading, this book has so much more to it than expected. I thought I would get hot and sexy and I thought I would get strong chemistry between the characters. What I didn’t expect was to also get a complex story that pulled me in instantly. There is a lot more going on in this book than I originally thought which is supported by strong and fascinating characters.
This is a new author to me and I enjoyed how they combined the mythical with the modern. It was a clever take on a well known story and it is one I thoroughly enjoyed. I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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My Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez – Review by Kerry Baker

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My Goodbye GirlMy Goodbye Girl by Anna Gomez
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an enjoyable and lighthearted story about two characters who are polar opposites and yet forge a strong connection. The nature of this story allows you to get to know them slowly and watch their relationship develop. It was great to see how things progressed.
I thought the story was written well. It had a slower pace than some books I have read recently which was a nice change. This is a new author to me and I found myself pulled into their writing style with ease. I will definitely be checking out more books from them in the future.

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Shalom Israel by Melissa Lavi – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shalom Israel: A place like no otherShalom Israel: A place like no other by Melissa Lavi
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a brilliant and vibrant way to introduce children to Israel and what it has to offer. The author has done such a good job of creating a book that really makes it feel like you are experiencing it. My daughter has become so much more curious about things since starting school and this is the exact type of book that she loves to explore at the moment. It was educating yet fun and engaging, with the picture perfect for drawing you in. This book is great for readers of all ages and was a fantastic book to read.

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House of Arsceneaux (Servants of Morrigan: Immortal Creatures) by Caterina Novelliere – Review by Kerry Baker

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House of ArsceneauxHouse of Arsceneaux by Caterina Novelliere

Although a short story, this book is action packed and exciting right from the word go. The author has created a story that really draws you in and throws you straight into the lives of these characters. If you have read the main series you already have an understanding of these characters and it was nice to get a glimpse of them all again.
I thought the story was a little confusing at times. It could be quite hard to follow, especially for a short book. However, overall I enjoyed the story and wanted to see how things would play out. I would definitely say it is worth giving this book a try.

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Holding Up the Sky (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Holding Up the SkyHolding Up the Sky by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Myself and my kids were so excited to see we had another Lois Wickstrom book to read and it was put straight to the top of the list. This was a great and colourful story, that was entertaining and educational. The topic of the book is one that most kids will experience in one way or another and I think the author has done a great job of touching on this in a sensitive and refreshing way.
The pictures throughout the book really help my kids attention. They have loved to look at them in conjunction with the story and they enjoyed the whole book. This was another success in our house and we are already looking forward to the next.

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Ways to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ways to Improve BaileyWays to Improve Bailey by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another fun and entertaining read by an author that knows how to create sweet romances. I think this book has to be one of my favourites by her and the characters are the reason. I loved Bailey and Tanner. Their connection grows over time and it is nice to see how much Bailey was surprised by him. I usually find a little harder to connect with the characters in a clean romance but I was really taken in by these two.
The story was written perfectly for them too. It flowed well and had an easy reading pace to it. This was a thoroughly enjoyable book from a great author.

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Helpful Hudson by Dannielle Pickford – Review by Kerry Baker

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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