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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Amy’s Rebellion (Gemstone Massacre Book 1) by Julia Goldhirsh – Review by Kerry Baker

Amy's RebellionAmy’s Rebellion by Julia Goldhirsh
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first story I have read where the character is referred to as “they” and it made for a unique reading experience. I like that this is a topic the author has chosen to tackle, although a times it did feel a little clumsy. The overall story was well written though and easy to get into. I enjoyed reading about the characters too. They all seemed to add so much to the story and fitted well with each other.
This is a pretty new author to me and I think her work shows promise. I think the more of her work that I read the more I will enjoy. I am looking forward to discovering more from her.

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Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2) by Landra Graf – Review by Kerry Baker

Operation Escape (Space Force Rejects Book 2)Operation Escape by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in a great sci-fi series and a great follow up to the first. I would highly recommend reading this series in order so you get a full appreciation of the overall story and chatacters. This book is just as good as the first and the characters were just as interesting and engaging. I loved the premise of this story. It was easy to become invested in what was happening and I was rooting for the chatacters the whole way through. This is an author that I am becoming more familiar with and I always enjoy the writing style she uses. Her books as well written, original and a pleasure to read. I would highly recommend them.

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A Spot of Earl Slay (Tea Time Troubles Book 1) by Aubrey Elle – Review by Kerry Baker

A Spot of Earl SlayA Spot of Earl Slay by Aubrey Elle
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a mystery story this is such a fun and entertaining book! The characters and just amazing and I love the combination of the mother and daughter. With thr neighbours in support I thought the relationships worked perfectly with the storyline.
The story itself was really good. It was well thought out and a cute Cozy Mystery. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book that is worth the read.

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Little Red, the Detective (Science Folktales) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale (Science Folktales)Little Red, the Detective: a science folktale by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whenever I write a review for this author I feel like I am becoming a broken record because they are always so good. We always sit down to read these books as a family and each and everyone of us enjoys them. The stories are always so well thought out and engaging. They appeal to all ages and help children to think about topics they might usually. But the author makes sure they are fun and light-hearted, the perfect story for young children. This book was just as good as all the others and we have read it multiple times. I am sure we will read it many more before the next one as well.

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To be a Fae Legend (Realm Chronicles Book 3) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Kerry Baker

To be a Fae LegendTo be a Fae Legend by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third book in the series and it is just as good as the previous ones. I picked this one up as though I had just finished the second and was excited to see how the story would continue to develop. This book is just as well written as the first two, and I would highly recommend reading them in order. I love how we get the see the character development progress through all the books. Each book is exciting to read and has a really strong plot. This book definitely adds to the series as a whole. I would highly recommend this series to any fan of the genre.

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Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Book 2) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Kerry Baker

Messenger (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet #2)Messenger by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and I would highly recommend reading them in order. This was a great follow up to the first book and it took no time to re-connect with Jace and Cyrus. They were just as strong characters in this book as the first and I loved watching their development progress even further as the story went on.
The story was a great follow on. It was more emotional than I expected it would be but I think that added to it. I really enjoyed reading this story and I am looking forward to seeing what else this author has in store.

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A River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm – Review by Kerry Baker

A River of CrowsA River of Crows by Shanessa Gluhm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was another fantastic book by this author. It was well written and intriguing. Once I had started reading I could not put the book down. I had to find out how everything was going to play out. This author really keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout this book. She creates so many twists and turns.
The characters are really strong and fit the story well. You can clearly see the development throughout the story and I wanted to know more about them. This is a brilliant story and I cannot wait to read more.

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Unexpected Entanglement (The Echo Series Book 3) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kerry Baker

Unexpected Entanglement (Book 3 of the Echo Series)Unexpected Entanglement by C.R. Alam
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was excited to start reading the third book in this series and it certainly did not disappoint. I loved the characters in this book. They had so much chemistry between them and they fit together so well. they were entertaining to read about and I thought they made the whole book so engaging. The story was well written and thoroughly enjoyable. I do love a fake fiancé style book and this was a brilliant example.
This author is still fairly new to me and yet I have not come across a book that I haven’t enjoyed. I always seem to finish one looking forward to reading the next. I cannot wait to see what else is to come.

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I’ll Love You Tomorrow (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 3) by Julie Navickas – Review by Kerry Baker

I'll Love You Tomorrow (The Trading Heartbeats Trilogy, Book #3)I’ll Love You Tomorrow by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the third and final book in this trilogy and it is just as good as the previous books. The journey these characters go on is such a moving one. I liked the fact that we got to see the struggles there were going through after their marriage. You don’t always get the “behind the curtain” look into characters I think it added to this story.
I think this whole trilogy has been really well written. They have been captivating books, emotional and have some amazing characters in them. I have fully enjoyed each and every book and I am looking forward to reading more of this authors work. I would definitely recommend this trilogy as well.

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The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising Book 3) by Nadia Han – Review by Kerry Baker

The Innovator (WaterFyre Rising, #3)The Innovator by Nadia Han
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great book in to add to this series and is really worth the read. I would highly recommend reading the other book sin the series as I honestly think it would add to the overall enjoyment of the book. The characters in this book are complex and interesting, they both have some much going on and yet they just seem to work together perfectly.
The overall pace of the book is well done. The author knows how to move the story along and keep you invested in what is happening. I wanted to find out how these characters would make it work and I wanted to know more about them. This was an enjoyable book that I would recommend.

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Undying Light (The Stella Maris Series Book 1) by Aurora Wildey – Review by Kerry Baker

Undying LightUndying Light by Aurora Wildey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an interesting and unique story that caught my attention from the moment I read the blurb. I wanted to know what story was going to be about and who the characters would be. I enjoyed watching how v things played out and really getting to know these characters. As the first book in the series I think its sets a good premise of course what is to come.
This is a new author to me and if this book is any indication of her work then I am looking forward to discovering more.

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The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan – Review by Kerry Baker

The Traveler: Book 3The Traveler: Book 3 by Deborah Dugan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was lovely to read this book and connect with the characters again. This the third book in the series and they are all so good. I am really enjoying watching the development of the characters over thr series, learning more about them each time. The author has a really interest and thought provoking writing style. Thrbstorybseems to flow effortlessly and keeps you.attention with ease.
I thought this book was a great addition to the series. I enjoyed watching everything unfold and couldn’t wait to read more. I sm looking forward to the next instalment.

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Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8 ) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

Breach of Trust (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 8)Breach of Trust by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This series is fantastic and this is another great book to add to the collection. I always find it so easy to reconnect with these characters and pick back up with their story. I like that they are keeping my interest even though we are eight books into the series.
This particular story is fast paced with a lot going on. Juggling three cases at once would be challenging for most and yet the story, characters and author handled it with ease. I didn’t get confused by any of them and could follow along which each case. I looked forward to the resolution of them all. I have enjoyed this latest addition and will be looking forward to more.

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Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Kerry Baker

Under My Care (Chase Care Book 3)Under My Care by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another great book to add to this series, and yet another from this author. I am really enjoying this spin off series and the change of pace it brings. The characters are have a great chemistry, made even stronger by their history. I connected with them instantly and wanted to read more.
The book was fast paced and action packed yet well thought through. I love the dynamics that the author brings to her books and this is just another example of why. I am already looking forward to the next book.

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Return to Hoodoo (Boudin, Bourbon, and Barbecue, Book 1) by Reggi Dupree – Review by Kerry Baker

Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo Book 1)Return to Hoodoo: A Paranormal Women’s Fiction Novel by Reggi Dupree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a highly entertaining story with one of my favourite main characters of all time. She is an absolute breath of fresh air because she is so real and relatable. I loved that she isn’t the typical heroine you get in a book but I think that just made the story so much better. The storyline of the book was great. It was perfectly written and really fit with Gwen’s character.
This is still a pretty new author to me but this book is definitely one to make sure they are added to my one click list. I cannot wait to read more of this series.

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

Rogue (The Talisman Series)Rogue by Tam DeRudder Jackson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another strong addition to this series, and is just as exciting and action packed as the others. This world and the characters pull you in and really keep your attention. I enjoyed how fast paced the story was. So much seems to happen and it keeps the pages turning.
This series has been a great introduction to this author and with each new book I am enjoying her writing style more. This book was another step to adding her to a list of authors I read without hesitation and I think her work is worth a try.

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Noah’s Not So Super Summer (A Super Series–Book 1) by Brittany Tucker – Review by Kerry Baker

Noah's Not So Super SummerNoah’s Not So Super Summer by Brittany Tucker
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a great story about a 12-year old boy and a world with people who have superpowers. Although this book is clearly aimed at the pre-teens it is the kind of book that really appeals to all ages. Even as an adult, I had no issues connecting with the story and the characters. I thought the book had been well written and was designed to grab your attention immediately.
I think Noah is the sort of character that touches on feelings most people have had at some point. He is relatable and endearing. He is what drew me into the story the most and is the reason I wanted to keep reading. This was a brilliant book that I thoroughly enjoyed and I would definitely recommend it.

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Right in Front of You (Morris Valley Gang Book 1) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker

Right in Front of You Vol. 1 Brinley and AdrianRight in Front of You Vol. 1 Brinley and Adrian by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a brilliant romance story and an amazing start to a new series. I loved the characters right from the start. They really grabbed my attention as they had such as strong chemistry. Their interactions were entertaining and you could easily see the connection between them.
The book is well written and is a great storyline. It fits the characters well and really sets the scene of what you can expect from this series. I think this is a brilliant book that I thoroughly enjoyed and I cannot wait for the rest.

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Esprit de Corpse by Ef Deal – Review by Kerry Baker

Esprit de CorpseEsprit de Corpse by Ef Deal
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is an imaginative and well written historical steam punk novel that was so much more than I was expecting. This book is so detailed and well thought through that I found myself hooked when reading it. It has some many different elements to it and the author weaved them all together so well. this genre wouldn’t necessarily be my go to genre but after reading this book I would hesitate to read another piece of work from this author. This was a brilliant book that I would highly recommend.

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Other People’s Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

Other People's Money (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 7)Other People’s Money by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is another fantastic addition to this series, full of plot twists at every turn. I always find it so easy to get back into one of these books, connecting with the characters again straight away. I always enjoy how interesting these stories are. Usually this far into a series it starts to lose steam but the author has done a great job of keeping up the momentum.
This book is exciting to read. I found myself trying to put the pieces together and yet the author does so well to keep you guessing. I am still really enjoying this series and I cannot wait for whatever the author produces next.

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