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The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Serpent and the FireflyThe Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a fast paced fantasy story that is action packed from start to finish. There is so much going on with this story and the characters are right in the middle of it. I enjoyed the premise of this story. I think the author has created an exciting story that is easy to engage with. The characters fit perfectly with the story and I thought they connection was so well crafted.
This is an author I am newly familiar with and I am definitely enjoying her work so far. Each book I well written and I never fail to enjoy the story. This is a great book and I would certainly recommend it.

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Tally and the Angel: Book Three, Japan by Eleanor Dixon – Review by Kerry Baker

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Japan (Tally and the Angel #3)Japan by Eleanor Dixon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was so nice to read about these characters again and the adventures they go on. I enjoy each book they are part of and never hesitate to start a new one. This book is just as good as the others. It was exciting and fun to read. I think the characters of this book are fun and entertaining.
This series is the only one I have read by this author but I am definitely going to explore more of her work. I am enjoying this series immensely and I hope to read more.

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The Promised Plan by Sharon Hughson – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Promised PlanThe Promised Plan by Sharon Hughson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is a beauty story about grief, family and connection. It is such a moving story and emotional on every level. This book is entirely about the characters and their journeys – both individual and combined. Each of them were so different and yet their connection brought them together and forged a story so deep.
This is the first book that I have read from this author and I am impressed with the level and style of writing. This book drew me in entirely and I had to see it through to the end. It felt like I was there with the characters, going on the journey with them. I loved every minute of this book and I cannot wait to read more from this author.

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The Vassal of Magic (The Virus of Beauty Book 3) by C.B. Lyall – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Vassal of Magic (Virus of Beauty, #3)The Vassal of Magic by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the continuation of great series and I was excited to pick up this latest instalment. I wanted to see how things would turn out for the characters and become involved in their adventures again. This book was just as exciting as the others and I reconnected with the characters without issue. I was pulled along on their journey.
As the final book in the trilogy it was a great way to end it all. Although I can definitely say I hope the author will produce more within this series as it really was so good.

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Small Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Small FrySmall Fry by Stephenie Wilson Peterson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When I first started reading this book I thought it was going to be a fairy light hearted and feel good story of a young boy overcoming challenges and “defeating” a bully. This book was so much more than that, and so much more emotional than I thought it would be. It was the relationship between Silas and his grandfather that stood out to me the most. It was beautiful and heart breaking at the same time and I loved everything about it.
I have only read a few books by this author so far but this one is definitely my favourite. I am hard pushed to see how another will beat this. I would urge everyone to read this book.

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Concert Hall Hit (A Darcy Gaughan Mystery) by J.C. Kenney – Review by Kerry Baker

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Concert Hall Hit: A Darcy Gaughan MysteryConcert Hall Hit: A Darcy Gaughan Mystery by J.C. Kenney
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant murder mystery story that kicks off with a bang and keeps you hooked with a storyline full of twists and turns. This is a new author to me so I didn’t know what to expect from his work when I started reading but I instantly fell in love with his writing style. I was pulled into the book straight away and loved that he knew how to capture my attention.
I really enjoyed the main character. Her detective work to get to the truth was brilliant and I really connected with her throughout the story. As an introduction to this author I can already tell I am going to be a fan. I am really looking forward to seeing what else they have to offer.

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REIGN: The Rise of the Lich (The Silver Blood Knight Book 2 by Carol McKibben – Review by Kerry Baker

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REIGN: The Rise of the LichREIGN: The Rise of the Lich by Carol McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an enjoyable short story that really packs a lot into its pages. This is the second book in the series and I would highly recommend reading book 1 first so you get a full understanding of what is going. This is a great story and I enjoyed the unique take on shifters. It isn’t often an author can be original with this trope and it is even more rare for them to do it so well.
I thought the characters fit really well with the book. They were interesting and all had their part to play. This really is a great book and definitely worth your time.

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Aliens on Earth Anthology (Limited Edition Romance Collections) by Various Authors – Review by Kerry Baker

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Aliens on EarthAliens on Earth by Mandy Melanson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant collection of short fantasy stories that are perfect for quick but interesting reads. I have enjoyed so many of these books but I think my favourite has to be the Naomi Valkyrie story. It connect with the story instantly and could not put it down once I had started reading. I am a huge fan of this author and this book is the perfect example as to why!
Overall I think this has been a great book. I have loved discovering so many new authors and cannot wait to explore some of them in much more detail.

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Raising Elle (Sweet Valley Series Book 1) by S.E Reichert – Review by Kerry Baker

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Raising ElleRaising Elle by S.E. Reichert
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I went into this book expecting a nice, sweet romance that was easy to read and a great way to pass an afternoon. What I actually got was a book that was filled with so much emotion and depth that it completely took me by surprise. This book is well written with some brilliant characters right at its center.
The overall story was really well written. It catches the readers attention straight away and takes you on the journey with the characters. These are the kind of ones that you root for and want them to find their happy ending. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to the next one.

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Where Fire Meets Flame (Yours From The Ashes Book 1) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Kerry Baker

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Where Fire Meets Flame (Yours From the Ashes, #1)Where Fire Meets Flame by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you are looking for an enjoyable and easy read, this book is definitely the one for you. It is such as easy book to get into. The story is great and the characters are relatable and engaging. From the moment I started reading I was pulled into the story and passed a great afternoon reading through it all in one sitting.
This is still a pretty new author to me and I am enjoying getting to know her writing style and her works. I always enjoy reading books like hers and I am excited to see what else she has to offer.

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Obedience (Ties That Bind Book 1) by Liza Snow – Review by Kerry Baker

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ObedienceObedience by Liza Snow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is unlike any other romance book that I have read before, largely in part due to the circus performer element. It was refreshing to get a book that can still surprise me, I have read so many romance books that most tend to be similar to what I have read. I enjoyed this story more because it wasn’t like that.
The book and the characters were really well written. You could see the development and I found myself pulled into their journey and their lives. I was caught up in everything that was happening, all the turns the author threw out. This was a great book and a strong start to a new series. I am looking forward to the next one.

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What Loretta’s Katydid Did (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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What Loretta's Katydid didWhat Loretta’s Katydid did by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is yet another hit from a brilliant author. Our whole household looks forward to a new book from Lois Wickstrom and this one was no exception. We loved this book and the story that has been created. As usual, the pictures were engaging, the story was interesting and we enjoyed the characters we were reading about.
This book has been read multiple times, along with all the others, and we are already in countdown to the next book that we read from this talented author.

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Healing Kiss by Amanda Uhl – Review by Kerry Baker

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Healing KissHealing Kiss by Amanda Uhl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is an original and interesting story that I enjoyed much more than I expected when I started reading. Although it is predominantly a romance story there is a supernatural element to the story that really adds such a depth to the book. I really connected with the characters and enjoyed the intricacies of them.
The author managed to pack a lot into this book without it feeling like it was rushed or too much. All the elements worked well together and made for a fantastic book to read. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I cannot wait to read more.

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Yeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg – Review by Kerry Baker

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Yeti Left HomeYeti Left Home by Aaron Rosenberg
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a fun fantasy story. It is a pretty quick and easy read but was enjoyable to read. It was great to see the character development throughout the book and for me is what this book is all about. I connected with Wylie from the start and enjoyed his journey.
This is a new author to me and I think this was a great introduction. I enjoyed the steady pace of the book and the characters to match. This is a thoroughly enjoyable story.

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Teenage War Survival Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) (Teenage War Survival series)Ten Thousand Shells and Counting: A Memoir (Book 1) by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I knew this book was going to be emotional when I started reading it. From the moment you start reading you really get a sense for this character. Her story, her journey, is incredible and even though it isn’t something the reader has experienced it is easy to imagine the life being lived. The book creates a vivid picture of what the author has lived through and it really makes you respect her experience. I thought this book was really well written and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it.

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Fiddle and Fire (Hearts of Gold Book 2) by Ariella Talix – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fiddle and Fire: A Steamy Historical MMF Romance (Hearts of Gold Book 2)Fiddle and Fire: A Steamy Historical MMF Romance by Ariella Talix
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first historical romance I have read that is MFM. I think I enjoyed this book more because of it as it seem to add another edge to the story. This book is certainly all about the characters. I was never really just about Suzette. The guys had just a big a par to play with their individual relationship, which I thought was unique for this kind of story.
I thought the overall storyline was really well developed. I engaged with it quickly and looked forward to seeing what was going to happen. This is a new author to me and I am glad this is the first book I have read. I am excited to discover more of her work.

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Non-Verbal by Molly Zenk – Review by Kerry Baker

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Non VerbalNon Verbal by Molly Zenk
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I knew before I started reading that this book would be emotional and I can say without hesitation it was that. This character has got to be one of my all time favourites. I connected with her so easily and I loved that the author chose her as the focal point of this book. It is unusual to come across a book that tackles such a prominent issue and even more rare to find one that does it so well. I think it is so important for more books like this to be written. It gives a great insight into what life with autism must be like and I applaud the author was the accurate depiction. This is a book that everyone should read.

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Consigliere’s Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Baker

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Consigliere's Revenge (Sicilian Gods Book 3)Consigliere’s Revenge by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is another incredible addition to an already amazing series. I could not wait to pick this one up and start reading, I had to see what the author had in store. The story is just as intense and captivating as the others and I loved reading about the characters. Their chemistry was undeniable and I was pulled into their connection instantly. I knew once I started this book I wouldn’t be able to put it down because I had to see how the story would develop.
This author creates fantastic stories and this one is no exception. Whenever I see a new book by her I pick it up without hesitation. I cannot recommend her books highly enough and I am already excited to see what the next one will be.

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Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Kerry Baker

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Corpse PixieCorpse Pixie by Sinister Styx
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story is a brilliant dark paranormal romance that is original and refreshing to read. I was hooked from the moment I started reading and couldn’t not put it down until I had finished. This is a short story but it is packed full of action and amazing characters. I loved how the author developed the story and it is easy to see it could be followed by another.
I have loved all of this authors work so far and I think this book has to be one of my favourites. I would urge everyone to read it.

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Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Future World Changers by Janice Pratt – Review by Kerry Baker

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Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-ChangersBrave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers by K.J. Kaschula
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant book that is perfect to help kids navigate different situations. The book is a great learning tool for kids and it is one that we enjoyed reading together. I loved that it was a collection of short stories. It meant when I reading it, my children didn’t get bored or distracted and it meant we could keep coming back to the book until the stories were all finished.
This is an inspiring story that was a hit with the whole family. I would highly recommend this book.

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

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How to Make a Flying Carpet (Alex, the Inventor #2)How to Make a Flying Carpet by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

With each new review I write for this author I feel like I am writing the same thing because all her books are so good and are such hits in our house. This book was another one to add to the list and we have already read it multiple times. Both my kids really enjoyed this book which made my enjoy it just as much. The story was interactive and perfect for young kids. Combined with the pictures, it made the book really fun to read. We are already looking forward to the next book by this author to add to our favourites list.

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Afflicted Love (Rhythm & Heart Series) by Autumn Sand – Review by Kerry Baker

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Afflicted LoveAfflicted Love by Autumn Sand
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a surprisingly emotional book and not quite what I expected it was going to be when I started reading. I loved the connection between the two main characters. They both had such traumatic stories and yet you could feel their chemistry.
This author really knows how to write an amazing story and this is definitely one of her best. I always enjoy her work. This book, although short, is well written. I engaged with the story and I really wanted things to work out between Lyle and Kyle. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it.

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Cabin Eight (The Millersville Series Book 3) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cabin Eight (The Millersville series)Cabin Eight by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great addition to the series and it just as exciting to read as the other books. I found myself becoming invested in this book with ease, wanting to find out what would happen. I enjoyed learning about the main character. You could really see her development throughout the story. This is a fast paced story and the author throws in a lot of twists and turns. It is enough to keep you interested throughout the whole book. I think this book really complements the others and I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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A Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Curse of Ash and IronA Curse of Ash and Iron by Christine Norris
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is an historical retelling of Cinderella. It is well written and a pretty interesting story. I enjoyed it more than I expected I would – Cinderella adaptions are, in my opinion, starting to feel overdone. However, the author managed to put enough of her own spin on the story that I found it enjoyable. I would have liked there to be a bigger emphasis on the steampunk element as the look and feel of the book suggested that is what we would get.
The characters were good and I liked their instant connection. It stayed true too the original story while also giving its own feel. I think this book was worth reading and I will be exploring more from the author in the future.

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Last King (Legacy of Riverfall Book 1) by Amabel Daniels – Review by Kerry Baker

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Last King (Legacy of Riverfall Book 1)Last King by Amabel Daniels
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an absolutely fantastic story that really pulls you in from the word go. I loved the characters in this book. They are such an unlikely pairing and yet the connection and their chemistry seems to just work. They complemented the storyline well too.
This is an author that I have become recently familiar with and this book is a great example of why I keep reading more. It is exciting, gripping and is a great story. I could not put it down once I had started reading. This is a brilliant book and I cannot wait for the next.

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Foxy Tails by Natalina Reis – Review by Kerry Baker

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Foxy TailsFoxy Tails by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an author that I have become increasingly familiar with and each and every book is different. This book is not at all what I expected from this author but I really enjoyed it. It was well written and has some honestly amazing characters. I was hooked as soon as I started reading this book and wanted to see how things would work out. I am still taken aback at how different this book is but I would definitely recommend it.

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The Lone Star Child (The Gods’ Scion Book 3) by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Lone Star ChildThe Lone Star Child by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

From the moment I read the blurb to this book I knew I had to read it. I wad hooked instantly and had to know about the story..I didn’t care that it was the 3rd book in the series and having read it I can say for sure I will be going back to read the others. It surprised me it was a YA book as I didn’t get that impression from the description but it really worked. I loved finding out about this world and the characters. This us a thoroughly enjoyable story and I can’t wait to discover more.

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Savage Truth (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 2)Savage Truth: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is amazing! I could not wait to start reading this after finishing the last and it did not disappoint. I had to know what was going to happen with this story. These characters are some of the best I have reads this year. They have such a strong connection and yet so much seems to stand in their way. I could not wait to see what the author had in store for them.
I always really enjoy this author and these books have been some of my favourite. I have immensely enjoyed this series so far and cannot wait to see what is next.

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With Fire and Sword (Thunder On The Moor Book 4) by Andrea Matthews – Review by Kerry Baker

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With Fire and Sword (Thunder on the Moor, #4)With Fire and Sword by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant series and this book is a great addition to it. I really enjoy reading about these characters and the fantastic journey they have been on. Each time I pick up a new book I can’t decide where I think they might end up or which way the story might go. I simply let myself be taken on the ride.
This book I think has to be my favourite so far. The author has done such an amazing job at developing both the story and the characters. The book is well written and thoroughly enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this book and series.

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White Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson – Review by Kerry Baker

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White Picket FencesWhite Picket Fences by Kyle Ann Robertson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story was so immensely easy to connect with and I loved reading every second of it. The author really managed to capture what mothers go through, the feelings and emotions that that overwhelm them on a daily basis. I engaged with the story and the main character and found the whole book to be fantastic.
This is a completely new author to me and I went into this blind. I didn’t know what to expect going in and I loved what I got. I am already looking forward to seeing what else this author has to offer.

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