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

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The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne (The Studs of Clear Creek County)The Forlorn Cowboy by Stacy-Deanne by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is another great story by an author I have come to really enjoy. I love the way she tells a story, developing it right to the end. This is another quick read, with a historical angle and some fantastic characters. I loved reading their story, watching as they tried to navigate their world and circumstances.
Although this is a short story, there is so much going on in the book. The author has really packed so much in. This is the kind of book that you can read in one sitting. This is only the second book in the series and I am looking forward to reading the rest.

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A Stranger in Disguise (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome) by P.J. Mann – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery (A Commissario Scala Mystery in Rome)A Stranger in Disguise: An Italian Murder Mystery by P. J. Mann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was a bit hesitant to read this book initially, given it was so far through the series but I am so glad I gave it a chance. The book was easy to understand and had an intriguing plot line. I enjoyed trying to work out how it was going to turn out. There was an interesting mix of characters to compliment the storyline and everything as a whole seemed to work well.
I also really enjoyed that the book was set in Rome. It felt different to the usual American/English settings. This is still a pretty new author to me but if this is an example of what her books will be like, I can’t wait to read more.

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Deadly Intentions by Anise Storm – Review by Kerry Baker

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Deadly IntentionsDeadly Intentions by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Even after reading the warning that this book came with, it was much darker and more intense than I expected. It pulled me in as soon as I started reading it and I just had to know how things would turn out. This author always knows how to create a memorable story and this is easily one of the best that she has done. I loved how dark ad gritty it was and could have read more.
The characters were all so integral to the storyline. They were strong and all really added their own mark. You could see their development as the book went on and it was genuinely fascinating to watch. I loved this story and I cannot wait for whatever is next from this author.

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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Kerry Baker

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Streets of ShadowStreets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this YA historical romance and I loved the glimpse that the author gave us into historical Scotland. I thought the story was a really interesting and well written one. The pacing was great and I found myself connecting with the story easily.
The main character really added to the storyline. She was strong and had such a feistiness about her that you couldn’t help but like her. I thought this was all a perfect combination and I found that I couldn’t wait to see how things would play out. This was a brilliant story that appeals to a wide audience and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a brilliant introduction to the fantasy world for any young adult readers. It was a well written and accessible story, that really draws you in and keeps you hooked until the end. The main character was such as strong and interesting one to read about. The story fit around her and you definitely wanted to know more.
This is an entirely new author to me and I enjoyed getting to learn about their writing style. The pace of the book was well though out and fit with the story that was being told. As the first book to read I think this was perfect. I am looking forward to reading more by this author in the future.

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Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ale's Fair in Love and War (Love on Tap, #1)Ale’s Fair in Love and War by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Even before starting to read it, this book ticked all the boxes for me. Enemies-to-lover? Yes. Pranks and hilarity? Yes. Fun and relatable characters? Yes. As soon as I started this book I could not put it down. It is described as “your next weekend read” but I devoured this book in the space of an afternoon. It was such fun from start to finish, entertaining and hilarious. And yet, the author managed to strike the balance between that and a credible storyline.
I have read a few books by this author and I love how each and everyone of them is different. This is easily the most fun and the banter between the characters was amazing. I loved this book and already cannot wait to read it again.

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty Book 2) by C.B. Lyall Review by Kerry Baker

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The Veil of Corruption (The Virus of Beauty #2)The Veil of Corruption by C.B. Lyall
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The is the second book in the series and is a brilliant follow up to book one. I would recommend reading these in order as this story follows on from the first. It was so easy to get back straight back into this story and the characters from the moment I started reading. This book has the same unique feel as the first and develops the story so well. I wanted to see what was going to happen and where the story would take us.
I think this author has created a great and interesting YA story. It is appealing to all ages really hits all the right marks. This is only the second book that I have read by this author and yet I think I am already on my way to becoming a firm fan.

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls Book 2) by KG Fletcher – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shameless Love (The Bennetts of Langston Falls, #2)Shameless Love by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am always so excited to pick up a book by this author and I was equally excited for the second book in this series. I loved the characters as soon as I started reading. They connection was undeniable, no matter how much they wished it weren’t. I found them to be engaging and entertaining, adding so much to the overall story.
This book is everything I have come to expect from this author. It is well written, a great story and just an overall amazing read. It pulled me in straight away and I got lost in the story and the characters. This is yet another fantastic book from an incredible author and I cannot wait for the next book.

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The Exchange by Nadija Mujagic – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Exchange: A NovelThe Exchange: A Novel by Nadija Mujagic
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is an intriguing story that I knew I had to try from the moment I read the description. The author has certainly thrown some twists and turns in there to try and keep you on your toes. The book has quite a slow pace to it, which I wasn’t expecting and it and it made it a little harder to engage with initially. However, I did still find myself following the story and wanting to know how things were going to turn out.
This is a new author to me and I think this is a good place to have started. This book really gives an insight into her writing style and I definitely enjoyed it overall. I am looking forward to discovering more of this authors work.

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How To Write A Historical Novel And Love It by TL Clark – Review by Kerry Baker

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How To Write A Historical Novel And Love ItHow To Write A Historical Novel And Love It by T.L. Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a helpful book, offering guidance and advice to any would be historical romance authors. The author takes you through all of the stages you will encounter on this writing journey and manages it in such an easy and informative way. Tasks are provided periodically throughout the book which help put into practice what you have learnt.
Writing a book is always something I wished I could do and books like this make it feel possible. I really enjoyed seeing the other side of this process and all of the aspects involved. This was a brilliant book and a really helpful tool for anyone ready to start their journey.

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Three Made In Heaven (Made In Heaven #1) by Elena Kincaid – Review by Kerry Baker

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Three Made in Heaven (Made in Heaven, #1)Three Made in Heaven by Elena Kincaid
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a unique and interesting concept this story is. From the moment I read the description I just knew I had to read it. This is a quick book to read but it is a great one. The author has created an original story with three amazing characters at its centre.
The book was well written with some great development throughout. I was pulled into the story and found it hard to put the book down. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the characters and watching their journey. I cannot wait to read book 2.

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Shadow (Devil’s Handmaidens MC: Timber-Ghost, Montana Chapter Book 2) by D.M. Earl – Review by Kerry Baker

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Shadow (Devil's Handmaidens MC-Book Two)Shadow by D.M. Earl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the second book in this series and it is even better than the first one. This is such a gritty and intense story it will really pull you into from page one. There is so much going on with this book it will keep you on the edge of your seat, unable to stop reading.
I absolutely love the characters in this book, and not just the main ones. All of the supporting characters have such a strong input into the book and really add to the overall storyline. These are all the kind of characters I could read about all day and not get bored. This is shaping up to be an incredible series and I cannot wait to get my hands on book 3.

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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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