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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1) by Gwyn McNamee – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ruthless Hawke (The Hawke Family Second Generation Book 1)Ruthless Hawke by Gwyn McNamee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Every time I pick up a book by this author I think there is no possible way she could ever top the last one I read. And yet each time she seems to do just that. This book was absolutely incredible and the best possible way to kick start this new series. I am so pleased we are getting even more books to add to this collection and I already know they rest will be hard pushed to beat this one for me.
The chemistry and connection between the characters was amazing. It was evident on every single page and I was drawn to it straight away. And it wasn’t just the characters that was so good, the story was equally as fantastic. The combination of the two have made this book a strong contender for favourite of the year already! I would urge everyone to pick up this book today.

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The Authorpreneur Yellowpages by Winnifred Tataw – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Authorpreneur YellowpagesThe Authorpreneur Yellowpages by Winnifred Tataw
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love how informative and supportive this book is. It is exactly as you would expect from the title and the description. I found it to be a really interesting read, insightful yet informative. This is completely different from anything I have read by this author but I enjoyed seeing a different side. For anyone looking to published a book I would highly recommend this one.

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Loretta’s Caterpillar (Loretta’s Insects) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Loretta's CaterpillarLoretta’s Caterpillar by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Myself and my kids were drawn to this book because it was about butterflies however it was the authors storytelling that kept us engaged. This whole book was clearly designed to capture a child’s attention and I can say from my experience that it worked.
The story was everything I have come to expect from this author – educational yet fun. As usual, the whole family enjoyed this book and we have read it multiple times. This is a great story for kids that I would highly recommend.

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand Series Book 1) by Nicole E. Kelleher – Review by Kerry Baker

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Wild Lavender (Heart & Hand, #1)Wild Lavender by Nicole E. Kelleher
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great mix of historical romance and fantasy. It is a fairly exciting story and I found myself drawn to it. It is a pretty fast paced story, and once I had started reading it I found it hard to stop. I thought the characters were brilliant. Anna was such a strong character. For me, she carried so much of the book and it was her that kept me reading.
This is a pretty new author to me and I am still getting used to her writing style. I loved that she combined these two genres and she did it so well. There was some strong development throughout the story and it just made the book even better. I am very much looking for book two.

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What I Wish I’d Known: For Writers by H.D. Thomson – Review by Kerry Baker

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What I Wish I'd Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They'd Told Their Younger SelvesWhat I Wish I’d Known: For Writers: 100 Authors Reveal What They Wish They’d Told Their Younger Selves by H. D. Thomson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such an inspiring and motivating book. even if you aren’t wanting to start writing yourself, just working through these authors tips, advice and stories is so interesting. It really makes you reflect on your own life and how to approach things.
I really enjoyed the fact that this book combined the advice of multiple authors. It added a depth to it that other books like this haven’t had for me. I really, thoroughly enjoyed this book.

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Echoing Hearts (The Echo Series Book 1) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kerry Baker

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Echoing Hearts (Book 1 of The Echo Series)Echoing Hearts by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic book that, for me, was all about the characters. Dean and Rae are such strong and brilliant characters. Despite their turbulent start they really were very well matched. They both had a certain passion and you could feel the chemistry between them on each and every page.
But it wasn’t just the characters that stood out. The author has also written a brilliant book that compliments them. I found it engaging and could not put the book down once I had started reading it. There are ups and down and it really made the book interesting to read. If this is the first book in the series I can’t wait to see what is next.

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Evan (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 2) by Toni Denise – Review by Kerry Baker

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Evan (Billionaire Blind Dates #2)Evan by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As the second book in the series I already had certain expectation when I started reading this one and I am pleased to say they surpassed them. I enjoyed the overall premise of this book. It felt fun and entertaining while also providing a strong story. I thought Kayla and Evan worked well together. They had a natural chemistry that developed even more as the story progressed.
This is still a pretty new author to me but so far I am liking what I have been reading. She has a fairly easy writing style meaning you engage with the story with ease. After reading this book I can definitely say I am looking forward to the next one and to discovering more of this authors work.

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Cry Baby (Pierce Brothers Book 4) by Belinda Williams – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy (Pierce Brothers Book 4)Cry Baby: A Grump Sunshine Slow Burn Romantic Comedy by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a great addition to the series this book is. Right from the start I loved the characters. I thought they had an amazing dynamic and the complications that come from raising a child just added to this. I think the author has done really well at portraying their relationship.
Although this is the fourth book in the series it can be read as a standalone. It is a well developed storyline that is truly enjoyable to read. This is one of my favourite tropes and the author has done it so well. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and cannot wait to see what else is to come.

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My Inner Critic by Christine Bernard – Review by Kerry Baker

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My Inner CriticMy Inner Critic by Christine Bernard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book give such a raw and honest look at the author and her inner thoughts. But it also goes much further than that. It forces the reader to take a look at themselves too, taking you on the journey the authors goes through. Even if you don’t relate to every one of the struggles portrayed in this book, every person will relate to at least one of them.
The emotions are present throughout this book too. You experience them all as you read through this story and each one is effective and powerful. From the description I thought I would enjoy this book, I just didn’t expect to enjoy it quite as much as I did. This is definitely one everyone should add to their list!

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great collection that ties together three novellas. They are really well written and detailed, the authors interest and passion clearly coming through on each page. Although they are all short stories, they are fast paced and have the right amount of suspense for this type of story.
The author has created some truly interesting characters. They show shape shifters from a different perspective and really get you, as the reader thinking. They are likeable and relatable. These books felt different to others I have read by this author and I found them thoroughly enjoyable.

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StoryTeller’s Tale (Wretched Soulz MC) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kerry Baker

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StoryTeller's Tale: Wretched Soulz MCStoryTeller’s Tale: Wretched Soulz MC by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It had been a while since I had read a book by this author and as soon as I started reading this one I was pulled straight back into her writing style. This book is just as gripping and intense as her others, with characters that completely consume you. I loved the idea behind the story. I found it appealing and I engaged with the story in its entirety.
The characters in this book I think are some of my favourite. The seem to be worlds apart from each other but forge such a strong connection. I could have easily read so much more about them. Manda Mellett is an author that I will read without reading a book description anymore. I have never yet been disappointed. This book was absolutely fantastic and I am already planning on reading it again.

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Caspian’s UnBirthday (Invisible Magic Wand) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Caspian's UnBirthday (Invisible Magic Wand)Caspian’s UnBirthday by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As usual with this author this is a fun and interactive book that the whole family has enjoyed reading. It was engaging and lively but still had a strong lesson running through it. The story appealed to both my children, despite their age difference. My eldest was thoroughly disappointed when her socks didn’t make her fly too.
Lois Wickstom is definitely a firm favourite in our house. All of her books are read multiple times and it is always exciting when we get a new one. We are already looking forward to the next one we get.

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True Colors (Landry’s True Colors Series Book One) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kerry Baker

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True Colors (Landry's True Colors #1)True Colors by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is one that anyone around the same age as the main character should read it. Even as an adult this book was so relatable. It portrayed that era of school so well and it really brought memories of how it was for me. This made it so easy to connect with the story and the characters, especially the main character.
This is an author that I have become quite familiar with over the last couple of years and it really feels like her writing just gets better and better. This was a brilliant story and a really great way to kick off a new series. I am already looking forward to picking up book 2.

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The Man in Black by L.R. Liverpool – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Man In BlackThe Man In Black by L.R. Liverpool
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a gritty and action packed story, with a lot going on from start to finish. You can feel the passion the author has for this story from the detail that has been included. At times the story felt a little bit slower to read but the basis of it stayed strong and interesting.
I was definitely intrigued to find out what was going on. The slow build really added to the story, creating a great thriller. I thought the characters all fit within the story well. This is the first book that I have read by this author and although there were times I wanted more pace, it was a good story. I will look to read more in the future.

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

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

This series honestly keeps getting better and better. When I picked up the first book I never imagined this series would be able to sustain this longevity or that I would enjoy it as much as I do and yet that is exactly what has happened. Each book just adds so much to the series overall and, like this one, is a brilliant story in its own right.
I loved getting back into these characters and their lives. It took no effort for this book to draw me back into their world and have me engrossed from start to finish. I am reluctant to say that this was my favourite so far simply because they have all been so good. At the very least it is on par with the rest. This is a fantastic series and a brilliant book. I cannot wait for more!

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Shore Lodge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller (The Millersville series)Shore Lodge: A high-stakes psychological thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really well-written and intriguing story that is full of twists and turns from start to finish. This is one of those books that truly feels like it could go any way, at any time. I thought the author did a great job of pulling you into the story and making you want to see how it would all play out. I thought the dynamic between all the characters was really well done. They all played their part perfectly and fit into the overall story with ease.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought the book was easy to get into and it kept my attention from the first page to the last. I am looking forward to reading more of this author in the future.

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Vaughn’s Xena (Dirty Rockhard Billionaire Book 1) by M.I. Rosegold – Review by Kerry Baker

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Vaughn's Xena (Dirty Rockhard Series, #1)Vaughn’s Xena by M.I. Rosegold
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is full of heat and steam right from the word go. There is so much chemistry in this book it carries the whole story with ease. That being said, the book had much more depth and emotion to it than I expected. I enjoyed reading about the main characters. They fit well together and had a really strong connection.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but it definitely will not be the last. If this book is an indication to the writing style and great stories I can expect to find then I will be reading as much as I can, starting with the next book in this series!

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Lucky Stars by Fantasia Yu – Review by Kerry Baker

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Lucky StarsLucky Stars by Fantasia Yu
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a short, fast-paced sci-fi story that is imaginative and such an interesting read. This is the first book that I have read by this author so I had no expectations when going in. I was really taken by the level of detail in the writing and how easy that drew me into the story.
I really enjoyed the characters in this book. They had a great dynamic and really developed as the story went along. I loved their interactions and I thought they added to the overall story really well. With the way this book ended I cannot wait to get my hands on the next!

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Hot For Me (The Balefire Series Book 4) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hot For Me (Balefire, #4)Hot For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wow, what a chemistry between the two main characters! I knew before starting this book it was going to be strong as that was evident even just from the description. But their connected and the chemistry between them can be felt on every single page. For me, it is this that truly carries this book along with watching them develop as the story progresses.
I thought the overall story was well written and a great read. It is the fourth book in the series but can be easily read as a standalone. There is an easy flow to the story but the author has managed to introduce a good level of detail. This was a thoroughly enjoyable story and a great rock star romance.

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The Muffin Shop Murder by Holly Tierney – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy MysteryThe Muffin Shop Murder: A Delilah Crumbworthy Mystery by Holly Tierney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a quick and enjoyable mystery story that is also quite light hearted and fun. It was an easy book to get into and is the kind of book that you read in one sitting. It was great to get caught up I the story the author was telling and the characters on the page. I wanted to see how things would place out and if the main character would figure it out.
This is a relatively new author to me but so far I can definitely say I am a fan of her work. This book was thoroughly enjoyable and clearly the start of what will be a fun new series.

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Grace Under Fire (The Anderson Sisters Book 2) by Jennifer Raines – Review by Kerry Baker

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Grace Under FireGrace Under Fire by Jennifer Raines
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second in the Anderson Sisters series and was definitely as good as the first. It is a contemporary romance that can be read as a standalone. The book is certainly emotional, tackling a sensitive topic in a gentle way. For me this really impacted the characters and made them much more relatable and real. They had a great connection right from the start but had such a huge obstacle to overcome.
The author weaves and enjoyable story that connects with its audience. It has a great balance between emotional, romance and an overall enjoyment. I think this is a great book and I am looking forward to more from this author.

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Arrrgh! Me Hate To Wait! by Mary Bleckwehl – Review by Kerry Baker

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Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait!Arrrgh! Me HATE To Wait! by Mary Evanson Bleckwehl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a fun and cute story that all kids will absolutely love! The author has the balance of this book just right – it is educational and insightful but also retains the fun that kids need to keep their interest. There were plenty of giggles as we all read this book, with pirate voices to boot. My kids loved this book – the story, the characters and the illustrations. It has become a regular in our household and I can’t see that changing anytime soon. This is a book that I would highly recommend and is fun for all of the family.

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage Book 4) by S. Ann Cole – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Golden Garza (Red Cage, #4)The Golden Garza by S. Ann Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is my favourite of the series so far. I knew, just from the description, that I was going to enjoy this book but I didn’t expect it to be one I couldn’t put down. I read this book in one sitting because I could not get enough of the characters. They were so real. Their journey isn’t something you just read about, it is something you experience with them.
The story itself fit the characters perfectly. It was well thought out and perfectly executed. I could have kept reading for much longer than the book goes on for. I am excited and sad for the next book as it means more of this fantastic series but it is also the last. In the meantime I will just re-read this book again.

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Absolution by Anise Storm & Taylor L. Ray – Review by Kerry Baker

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AbsolutionAbsolution by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an intriguing story right from the start. There is a lot going on and it felt as though the story could go any way at any time. I was hooked on the story and just had to know how it would develop. The author captured Dominic’s emotions so well. You could it across each page as he experienced everything he goes through. For me, this added a depth to the book that otherwise could have been missing.
This author never fails to capture my attention with her writing style. Each book she releases is different from the previous ones and yet has her familiar feel to it. I have enjoyed every book I have read and this one is no exception. I thought this was a great story and I would definitely recommend it.

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The White Knight Cowboy (The Studs of Clear Creek County) by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Baker

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The White Knight Cowboy Stacy-DeanneThe White Knight Cowboy Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a much shorter book than I expected when I started reading it but there was certainly a lot going on. Its not really the sort of book I would usually go for but with having read this author before I wanted to give it a try. The book was better than the description led me to believe. I actually connected with the characters more than I expected and I became invested in the story.
What I enjoyed the most about the book was the overall development. The author knew what she wanted out of the story and directed it so well. It was well written from start to finish and a really interesting read. I am looking forward to seeing what else this series has to offer.

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

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Savage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite PrequelSavage Start: A High School Bully Romance: Hidden Valley Elite Prequel by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book packed so much more of a punch than I expected. It is quite a short story but the author manages to fit so much depth and development. I was hooked on this story as soon as I started reading. I loved the main characters. They just seemed to fit so well together. They had a strong connection and I wanted to read more about them.
I thought the way the author progressed the story was brilliant. It was an amazing story and I loved how it was all weaved together. I read this book in one sitting and could have read for longer. I cannot wait to read more of this series.

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Titanian Warrior (Titanian Chronicles Book 3) by Victoria Saccenti – Review by Kerry Baker

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Titanian Warrior (Titanian Chronicles #3)Titanian Warrior by Victoria Saccenti
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is my favourite one of the series so far. What a connection between the main characters. You could feel it from the moment they interacted and across each and every page. They drew me into the story and had me gripped right to the end.
This series is honestly getting better with each book. I thought this one was so well written and engaging. I could have kept reading it long after the book ended. This author was already one of my one click authors and this book is exactly why. I loved this story and cannot wait for whatever comes next.

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Throwing the Curve (Playing for Keeps Book 2) by Lauren Fraser – Review by Kerry Baker

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Throwing the CurveThrowing the Curve by Lauren Fraser
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is exactly the sort of one that I love to read and this was a brilliant example. I loved the twist that throws Peyton and Ryan together. In my experience, it is unusual for their journey to start out this way but I really enjoyed the edge it gave the book.
Although this is the second book in the series it can easily be read as a standalone. It is a well developed story that is engaging and truly interesting. It was easy to connect with the characters and the storyline. I wanted to see how things would play out and if the characters would overcome their issues. This is a thoroughly enjoyable story that I would highly recommend.

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Talisman (The Talisman Series Book 1) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Talisman (The Talisman, #1)Talisman by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Although the storyline to this book is one that is a fairly common theme I really enjoyed that this book felt fresh and not over done. The author has written a book that is exciting and has left me looking forward to the rest of the series.
Rowan and Alyssa are definitely what this book is all about. Their chemistry was undeniable and I loved watching the dynamic between them as it developed throughout the story. I never really knew where things were going to go with this story. The author has done a great job of keeping you on your toes, throwing in curve balls when you least expect it. This was a really great book and a brilliant way to start a new series.

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 3) by Winter Austin – Review by Kerry Baker

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Straight for the Kill (Benoit and Dayne Mystery, #3)Straight for the Kill by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a well crafty thriller that certainly keeps you guessing from the start. As the third book in this series I would highly recommend reading it in order. There are a lot of details you would miss out on if you were to start from this book, although it would still be enjoyable.
I think the character development is done really well. This book builds on the character arcs we have seen in the previous books and made it feel like we were getting to knew them even more. I really enjoyed the overall story too. The author keeps you guessing, throwing in twists and turns. The book has been well written and has a fast pace to it. This is definitely a book worth reading and one that I would thoroughly enjoy.

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