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Hope and Lies (The Abredea Series Book 1) by C.H. Lyn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hope and LiesHope and Lies by C.H. Lyn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, what a book this was. I knew from the description that I was going to enjoy this book but I was surprised by how much the story pulled me in. I loved the world that it was based in. It was imaginative and so interesting. The combination of characters the author introduced fit perfectly. I could easily visualise what was going on from the writing.
This is a new author to me and I have to say I enjoyed everything about this book. The writing drew me in and the story and the characters kept my attention. This book also has one of my favourite covers that I have seen this year. I am really looking forward to the next book in this series.

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 3) by KG Fletcher – Review by Kerry Baker

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Breathless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #3)Breathless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It has been a while since I read a book from this author and as soon as I picked this book up I couldn’t understand why I had waited so long. This book is everything I have come to expect from this author – a fantastic story, brilliant and engaging characters and chemistry on almost every page. It took no time at all for me to connect with this story and before I knew it I was finishing the book in one sitting.
These characters were made for each other. They have such a deep connection and I loved to see it develop throughout the book. I was behind them the whole way and couldn’t wait to see how things would work out between them. This author really does know how to create fantastic characters. This is a fantastic book and I would highly recommend it.

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Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5) by Tam DeRudder Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Stay For Me (The Balefire Series Book 5)Stay For Me by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Although this book is the 5th in the series it can easily be read as a standalone story. This is a second chance romance that is fast paced and quite exciting. This is the kind of story I really like and I have to say I loved the part the band had to play within this.
Initially, I didn’t fully connect with the characters. However, as the story went on I found myself warming to them much more. I enjoyed watching their development throughout the book and by the end I was fully engaged with them. This was a great story that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Cecily in the City (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 3) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cecily in the CityCecily in the City by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a quick to read YA story that is engaging and entertaining. Cecily was a great character to read about and I thought she was really relatable, despite being a YA character. I think the author has done a great job of portraying the angst and drama of a young adult. It is exactly like the feeling I remember when I was of that age.
The story itself was well written. It is an easy read and perfect for an afternoon of reading. I enjoyed the fact we could see more of this characters development. I hope we get to see more installations of her journey still.

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Lap Baby by Amy Q. Barker – Review by Kerry Baker

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Lap Baby: Emotional Women's FictionLap Baby: Emotional Women’s Fiction by Amy Q. Barker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really found this book to be so emotional and utterly gripping. I connected with this story from the moment I started reading. I loved watching how it all unfolded and getting to know about the characters involved. Each were unique and interesting and their interconnecting journeys were fascinating to read.
This story really hit home as I could not help but to compare it to when I travel with my children. The whole situation is unthinkable and yet the author does an amazing job at navigating the differing emotions. This was a gripping and well written story and I would highly recommend it.

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A Monster for Meg (Giants and Monsters) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Monster for MegA Monster for Meg by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

We always enjoy books from this author in our household but I think this one has to be one our favourites. The characters are brilliant and so easy to connect with. They were entertaining and fun and I loved the fact that they were sisters.
As usual, we have read this book multiple times but this is the first one from this author we read more than once in a day. Both of my kids really enjoyed this story, despite their difference in age. In a short space of time this author has become one of our most read and I can’t wait to keep reading her stories for years to come.

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Reaper (War Brothers MC Book 1) by Bianca Lee Ward – Review by Kerry Baker

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Reaper (War Brothers MC, #1)Reaper by Bianca Lee Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic MC story, which really pulled me in right from the start. I loved the story and I loved the characters. Their chemistry was undeniable and only seemed to grow with each page.
This book.had everything I like from this kind of story. It was riveting, intense and so well written. This is new author to me and I couldn’t have wanted a better introduction. This is a fantastic story that I would highly recommend.

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series Book 3) by Isobel Reed – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hero Complex (Bluestone Series, #3)Hero Complex by Isobel Reed
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good fake relationship / engagement story and this is one of the good ones. Ivy and Ace are brilliant characters and I loved the chemistry between them. It was easy to connect with them. I enjoyed how the story unfolded and how their relationship developed.
This is a great series and this book is a fantastic addition. I really loved the story and I am looking forward to seeing what else might be next.

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Fireflies (The Physical Collection) by A.R. Hadley – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fireflies (The Physical Collection)Fireflies by A.R. Hadley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fireflies is an detailed and Erotic story that is very well written. The exploration of the differing relationships in this book were well crafted. They were complex and interesting and I couldn’t wait to see how they would develop further. Each character added so much to the story and made it even better to read.
I really enjoyed that the characters were “older” as well. Most books put the main characters at a younger age and it was nice to see this done differently. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and this author is one I always enjoy.

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Three Women in November by Jim Shomos – Review by Kerry Baker

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Three Women in NovemberThree Women in November by Jim Shomos
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an interesting story about a man on a mission to find love and the three women he is interested in. I enjoyed this story because it is based in true life and I found this added an extra level of detail to the story. Although the book is well developed and thought through, I found it to also be quite fast paced, which I hadn’t expected.
Overall I think this is a good story. I didn’t fully connect with all the characters but I appreciated how they were interwoven and added to the story. This was an enjoyable read and has piqued my interest enough to read more from this author.

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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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