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Pulling Together by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Pulling TogetherPulling Together by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is such a lovely and heart warming story by an author that our entire household always enjoys. This story is all about inclusion and sticking together, something that kids really would benefit from knowing more about as they grow up. It was really nice to see my daughter understand the subject matter and engage with it so naturally. It was perfect to teach her the morale of the story. As usually, we have already read this book multiple times and I am sure we will be reading it many more.

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Just One Time (Beaumont Creek Book 1) by Samantha Baca – Review by Kerry Baker

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Just One Time (Beaumont Creek, #1)Just One Time by Samantha Baca
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great enemies to lovers romance, with characters that have amazing chemistry. I really connected with them and loved watching how things developed between them. I also really enjoyed the fact that the main character was a little bit older than you usually find in books of this type. Most stories like this seem to focus on young women so it was nice to show how life doesn’t stop just because you reach a certain age.
I thought the book was really well written. The author pulls you into the story and I was really interested in how things would work out. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book.

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Insomnia: (A Short Stories Collection) by Kelly Covic – Review by Kerry Baker

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Insomnia (A Short Stories Collection)Insomnia by Kelly Covic
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book completely took me by surprise with just how much I enjoyed it. I had read a few books “like” this lately, finding the shorter stories great as time fillers. I picked up this book thinking that I would be the same – easy to pick up and easy to put down. This was a mistake. As soon as I started reading this book I could not put it down until I had read all of the stores inside – sleep be damned! I thought this was a unique and interesting collection and I loved it as soon as I started reading. It was so well written and absolutely captivating. This is a new author to me and, as her debut collection, a great way to show everyone what you are capable of. I cannot wait to see what she will produce next.

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dawnbreaker: The House of Blood and SunDawnbreaker: The House of Blood and Sun by Hadley Thorne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a brilliant fantasy story that pulls you in and keeps your attention from start to finish. The characters are interesting and compelling and I thought they fit the storyline really well. Each played their part and had something to offer to the story.
This is still an unfamiliar author to me and this story certainly makes me want to discover more. I loved the writing style used and how easy it was to connect with the story. I wanted to know more about what was going on and I couldn’t wait to see how things would play out. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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His Forever Muse (The Echo Series Book 2) by C.R. Alam – Review by Kerry Baker

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His Forever Muse (Book 2 of The Echo Series)His Forever Muse by C.R. Alam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has so much more going on than I expected and I really enjoyed it. This book is even better than the first one and I was drawn in to the story right from the start. Callie and her past definitely intrigued me and I thought the fit of her and Brandon was done really well. I wanted to know more about both of them and enjoyed the discovery as the book developed.
I think the author has created a strong series and I am looking forward to the next book. I want to see what else is to come and will be reading more of her work in the future.

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Braving Lily (True Platinum Series Book 7) by Morgana Bevan – Review by Kerry Baker

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Braving Lily (True Platinum, #5)Braving Lily by Morgana Bevan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the latest in the series and is a great addition. I loved the two main characters and the chemistry between them. On paper, they really shouldn’t have worked so well and yet you could not deny the pull between them. I thought the story suited them perfectly and I wanted to see how things would turn out.
This is still a relatively new author to me and I have really enjoyed getting familiar with her writing style. The pacing of her books is good and I find myself connecting with the storylines with ease. I am definitely looking forward to reading more of her work.

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Savage Lies (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1) by Isla Vaughn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance (Hidden Valley Elite Book 1)Savage Lies: A High School Bully Romance by Isla Vaughn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After reading the prequel story I could not wait to start this book. I wanted to read more about these characters and see how their story would develop. This style book is one of my favourites and I think this author does an amazing job with this one. I was hooked from the moment I started reading and I became absorbed with the characters. They have such a strong connection that could be felt in every interaction.
This author has a really strong writing style that draws in the reader and it is one that I really enjoy. I really loved reading this book and I cannot wait to read more by this author.

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The Silent Road by S.N. McKibben – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Silent RoadThe Silent Road by S.N. McKibben
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was much deeper and more emotional than I expected it would be when I first started reading it. I really found myself connecting with the characters and engaging with the overall storyline. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I thought it was a great introduction. The story touches on things that feel like “real” problems which added a depth to the story I didn’t anticipate. I was routing for the characters the whole way through and wanted them to find their way. This was a great book that I thoroughly enjoyed and I can’t wait to read more from this author in the future.

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The Romanov Heiress by Jennifer Laam – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Romanov HeiressThe Romanov Heiress by Jennifer Laam
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great historical romance and the first book that I have read by this author. I thought that it was really well written, detailed and genuinely interesting. The author has created a storyline that feels true to its time. I found myself connecting with the story and I really enjoyed watching it unfold.
The characters really worked well with the story that was being told. I liked that we really got to know them and could watch their journey unfolding. I thought this was a thoroughly enjoyable story and I look forward to discovering more of this authors work.

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The Challenger by Rowan Rossler – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga (The Hustlers Trilogy Book 2)The Challenger: A Sports Romance Saga by Rowan Rossler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It was great to read a sports book about a sport I enjoy and watch. It made it much easier to get into as I felt like I already knew what was going on. I enjoyed the characters that were paired with this book. They both had some much baggage and a lot to try and work through. They had a great chemistry and just seemed to work so well together. I don’t really think I would class their ages as an “age gap” but it was still nice to read about a reverse age gap.
This book is a great follow up to the first and I really enjoyed it. I can’t wait to see what the next book in the series is like.

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Taming Brooklyn (The Club Kings Series Book 1) by Charlotte St. Pierre – Review by Kerry Baker

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Taming Brooklyn (The Club Kings Series Book 1)Taming Brooklyn by Charlotte St. Pierre
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a well written and attention grabbing book this is. As soon as I started reading it I couldn’t out it down. I loved reading about all of the characters and the strong connection they all shared. It really pulled me in to the story. I loved the fact that is was told from.multiple points of view. Every book like this should follow suit because it works so well.
I thought the overall story was good although this book really was all about the characters for me. A great book.and I can’t wait for more.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions (Notebook Mysteries Book 5) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kerry Baker

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions (Notebook Mysteries book #5)Notebook Mysteries ~ Suspicions by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the latest book in the Notebook Mysteries series and I think is probably my favourite by far. With each book that is released the series just gets stronger and stronger. It was so easy to engaged with these characters again and it fel like I had never stopped reading about them. I liked this story and how it developed throughout the course of the book. There seemed to be a lot going on but the author handled it with ease.
This far into a series I usually find the storylines and the characters start to feel a bit tired, but not so far with this series. This is a fantastic book and I cannot wait to read what comes next.

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Saving the Gingerbread House by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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saving the gingerbread housesaving the gingerbread house by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lois Wickstrom has yet again produced a brilliant book that is entertaining for the whole family. I was familiar with the story of Hansel and Gretel but my kids hadn’t yet heard the story. This was a great way to introduce them to a classic tale. As with all books by this author, we have read this one multiple times. It is engaging, fun and is great to read with your kids. I am sure this book will be read many times more while we wait for the next book by this author.

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Ocean’s Three (Made In Heaven #2) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ocean's Three (Made In Heaven, #2)Ocean’s Three by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the second in the series and is just as good as the first. I was pulled into the story instantly by the characters and wanted to know more about them. As with the first book, this one is a unique story that I thought it was well written. This book was certainly all about the characters. The connection they had was undeniable and I loved every part of it.
This author is still a new one to me and I am enjoying what I am reading so far. If this is what all of her books are like then she definitely has a new fan in me.

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The Thieves (The Millersville series) by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Kerry Baker

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The ThievesThe Thieves by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series and it holds up to the same standard as the first. It is a fact paced thriller, easy to read and with some great characters. The story is very entertaining, I really found it easy to engage with from the start. I wanted to see how things would work out, and how much wrong they would go at first.
This author is still pretty new to me and I am really enjoying discovering her work. I am finding that each book draws you in and the characters keep you interested. I really enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to the next.

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Mission 3047: One Soul’s Fantasy by Stuart Ledwith – Review by Kerry Baker

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Mission 3047: One Soul's FantasyMission 3047: One Soul’s Fantasy by Stuart Ledwith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fast paced and interesting story that wasn’t quite like anything else I had read in this genre. It has quite a fun and adventurous feel to it that I was expecting when I first started reading. I thought the relationship between the characters was a little strange. I couldn’t place really what they were meant to be to each other but it was enjoyable to watch their journey.
This author is one that I am becoming more familiar with and I like that all of his books are different. It is easy to enjoy his books and I look forward to the next one each time. I thought this was an overall enjoyable book with a great storyline.

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand Series) by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Empty Box (Invisible Magic Wand)The Empty Box by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another family favourite in our household and I’m really not surprised that it is by the author. All of her books are so fun and engaging and this one is no exception. Both my kids enjoyed this book and, as usual, we have already read it multiple times. Another successful book and I look forward to the next.

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Master Calabrea (Masters of the Consulate Book 6) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

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Master Calabrea: Dark Vampire Romance by Sylvia Black

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

I never think it can be possible and yet each book in this series just keeps getting better and better. I was pulled in straight away to this story and could not stop reading. Everything matched up perfectly in this book. The story was fantastic and the characters were just as good. This author is one that I have really cone to enjoy, so much that I don’t even read the descriptions to her book any more, I just pick them up. This series us absolutely brilliant and I can’t wait for the next book.

 

 

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Frozen By Lies (Sleigh Riders Book 1) by Martha Sweeney – Review by Kerry Baker

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Frozen by Lies (Sleigh Riders #1)Frozen by Lies by Martha Sweeney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The description of this book pulled me in straight away. I loved the whole premise of the story and wanted to see how things were going to play out. The story itself I think could have done with a bit more development but I still found it enjoyable. The characters were a great fit for each other and I loved the obstacles they had to overcome. As the first book in a new series I think this is a great start and I am looking forward to what else the author will produce.

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 3) by Byrd Nash – Review by Kerry Baker

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Spirit Guide (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #3)Spirit Guide by Byrd Nash
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is another fantastic addition to this series and I think it has to be my favourite so far. With each new book I have no trouble at all slipping straight back into this world and these characters. I really enjoyed this story. It was easy to engage with and I became hooked on what was happening. So much seems to go on in this book and I was completely swept along for the ride.
These characters are still ones I really enjoy reading about. Their development over the series so far has been amazing to watch and with each new book I feel like we learn something new. I really hope this series continues on for many more books and I cannot wait to read them.

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1) by Lilliana Rose – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shadow Wolf (Protector Wolf Shifter Series Book 1)Shadow Wolf by Lilliana Rose
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in a new series and for me this seemed to be setting the scene of what is to come. The story is a slow build one, not overly fast paced but easy to enjoy. I liked reading about the characters for the most part however I found the female mc to be a bit too stubborn and difficult at times. However, she worked well with Kodiak and the connected the story quite well. I am looking forward to having some questions answered in the next books.

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls Book 2) by Libby Kay – Review by Kerry Baker

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Falling for You (Buckeye Falls, #2)Falling for You by Libby Kay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic addition to this series and was such a sweet and enjoyable read. I really loved reading about CeCe and Evan. They had a great connection and I thought it was lively the way we got to see that grow.
The author has nailed the overall vibe of this book. It is easy to read, fun and lighthearted. It really worked well with thr characters that we are reading about. I connected with the storyline straight away and thoroughly enjoyed it right until the end. I am looking forward to the rest of this series.

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Real Movie Hero (Green Brotherhood: SEAL Team XII Book 2) by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Baker

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Real Movie HeroReal Movie Hero by Debra Parmley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series but it can be read as a standalone. The characters in this book were great. They had a strong chemistry and really hit it off from the moment they met. I enjoyed watching their relationship develop as the book went on.
The story was pretty fast paced and I found that I could get through the book quickly. I think it would have benefitted from being a longer story with more detail but overall it was enjoyable. For me this is the right kind of book to lose yourself in for a few hours. I will definitely be reading the next book in the series.

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Fallen Soul (War of Destiny Book 4) by Theresa Van Spankeren – Review by Kerry Baker

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

This is another great instalment to this series, following on from the previous books and building on the what has already happened. I always find it really easy to get back into this series. The author knows how to pull you back in. This book is just as good as the others, exciting, fast paced and well written. I always want to see how things are going to turn out and look forward to reading this next book to come.
This author is only one I have recently become familiar but I am already a fan. I love her word building and worlds are so imaginative. I cannot wait for more from this series and more from this author overall.

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His Protector by Sara Vinduska – Review by Kerry Baker

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His ProtectorHis Protector by Sara Vinduska
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was a good story that was definitely all about the characters. They had a great connection right from the start that really draws the reader in. The book is action packed and, even though it is spread over the course of 5 years, it is pretty fast paced. I enjoyed watching the relationship between the characters develop over time. This is a new author to me and I liked the flow of the book and the style of writing she used. I enjoyed this book and will be sure to read more from her in the future.

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General) by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

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Doctor Frank Enstein (Doctors of Eastport General)Doctor Frank Enstein by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It seems not matter what this author turns her hand to it is a complete success. This book is the second one she has written as part of these collaborations and it is just as good as her other one. Part of what I like about this book so much is that it is so different from other books that this author has written. I connected with the story so easily and, as usual, I couldn’t stop reading until I had finished the book. The story was well thought out with some brilliant characters. There was so much more to this story than you would think initially and it was created with such ease from the author. This is a fantastic book that I would highly recommend to anyone.

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Emissary (Star-Crossed Celestials Duet) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Kerry Baker

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Emissary (A Star-Crossed Celestials Story)Emissary by A.L. Morrow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book really caught my attention from the minute I read the blurb and I just knew this was a book was going to have to read. I wasn’t disappointed either. The characters in this book were fantastic. Their connection felt so real and relatable. I wanted to know more about them and watch how their relationship progressed.
And for me, it wasn’t just about the characters in this book. The storyline was just as strong and engaging. Although it was a prequel I thought this author did a great job at tying everything together. This author is one that I always really enjoy and this book is no exception. I am already looking forward to whatever comes next.

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Destiny of Light (Quirk of Destiny Book 3) by Catherine Greenall – Review by Kerry Baker

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Destiny of Light: Final Book in Quirk of Destiny TrilogyDestiny of Light: Final Book in Quirk of Destiny Trilogy by Catherine Greenall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the third and final book in trilogy and it was a great way to round off the stories. I was easily pulled back into the story and the characters and wanted to see how things would turn out. As with the other books this one is well written and really knows how to draw you in.
This is still a relatively new author to me and I have really enjoyed getting familiar with her work over this trilogy. The characters have been strong and varied and I will definitely be looking into more from her soon.

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3) by Lea Cherry – Review by Kerry Baker

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Exposed (Descendants Series Book 3)Exposed by Lea Cherry
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the final book in this series and it is a great fantasy story. For me it was all about the characters. I loved watching their development throughout the book and I felt like I became really invested in them. their growth really was fascinating to watch.
This is a new author to me and, although the final book of the series, I thought this book was a great way to be introduced to her. I enjoyed the writing style. The pace of the book was perfect and the story seemed to flow with ease. I will definitely be going back to read books 1&2 as well as checking out more of her work.

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Creatures of the Night by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

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Creatures of the NightCreatures of the Night by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am always so excited to get my hands on a book by this author and this one is definitely no exception. I loved this story. It is different from anything the author has done before and it is a unique paranormal story. I was pulled into this book from the start and read it all in one sitting. I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen.
I enjoyed the character in this book too. I thought the author got the combination of them and the storyline perfect, each complimenting the other. This author is easily one of my favourites and I would urge everyone to read her books.

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