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The Lonely Hearts of San Sity by Stacy-Deanne – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Lonely Hearts of San SityThe Lonely Hearts of San Sity by Stacy-Deanne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a good enemies to lovers romance, with two characters that have a great chemistry between them. This is quite a short book, making it pretty easy to read. It doesn’t take long to get into the story and it the steady flow carries you along. For me this book was all about the characters. They had a great chemistry right from the start and I found the two of them to be entertaining.
I think the story itself would have benefited from a bit more detail, however I still found it to be enjoyable. This is a great book for one of those lazy, reading afternoons.

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Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga Book 1) by A.E. Bennett – Review by Kerry Baker

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Gathering of the Four (The Serrulata Saga #1)Gathering of the Four by A.E. Bennett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic book. This story pulls you in right from page one and doesn’t let go at all. the book is exciting and fast paced, taking you on a journey. A sci-fi book set in the future, the author does a great job of creating a post-apocalyptic world. It was easy to imagine and vivid in the description.
I loved the blend of characters used as well. They all worked in their context and created a book with depth. This is a fantastic story and I can’t wait for book 2.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kerry Baker

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Notebook Mysteries Haunted ChristmasNotebook Mysteries Haunted Christmas by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is just another great book that is part of this series. I loved the fact that this one was set at Christmas time, I thought it had a real festive feel to it. The book was exciting and action packed, with so much going on for a novella.
Each book added to this series just strengthens it overall. I love the writing style and I find it so easy to engage with the characters time and again. This is a great book that is worth the read.

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Necrosis by C.L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

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NecrosisNecrosis by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What another incredible book by one of my favourite authors. Everything this author writes is just amazing and this book is right up there with some of the best. I was engrossed in this book immediately and had to read it all in one sitting. I wanted to see how things would turn out, what would happen to the characters.
The book is exciting and gripping, I was pulled into it from page one. This author never fails to write a book that hits the mark perfectly. I love her writing style and how each book is always different from the last. This book is fantastic and an absolute must read

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From Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan – Review by Kerry Baker

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From Brick & DarknessFrom Brick & Darkness by J.L. Sullivan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was exciting from the moment I started reading. It is a fast paced, YA fantasy story that really caught my attention. I loved how easy it was to engage with the story developing, and the characters it brought to life. I found myself pulled into the story and could not put the book down.
The Djinn lore is always something that has fascinated me and I loved seeing it brought to life on these pages. The author has created such and interesting and captivating story that is suitable for a range of audiences. I would highly recommend you read this book!

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River Witch by Cheryl Burman – Review by Kerry Baker

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River WitchRiver Witch by Cheryl Burman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book truly took me by surprised with how good it simply is. I was intrigued by the description, and even more so when I realised it was set in the UK, so wanted to see what the book had to offer. It is a well written fantasy book that takes you on an imaginative journey. The characters, mainly Hester, carry you with them as they navigate their lives and their dreams.
The author has created a vivid story that really makes you feel like you are there. I could so easily picture what she was describing and become invested in what was going on. This is a brilliant book that I would recommend to everyone.

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Fractured Worlds: Courage in the Apocalypse by Courtney Konstantin – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fractured World: Courage in the Apocalypse CollectionFractured World: Courage in the Apocalypse Collection by Maira Dawn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fantastic mix of stories this collection is made up of. I was familiar with a couple of the authors when I started many but part of what drew me to this book was the chance to discover a few new ones too. I loved how all of the books has a completely different feel about them. It made it so easy to move from one straight into the next.
The idea behind this book – and the cause it is supporting – was enough to make me pick it up. The authors, and the stories they created, is what kept me reading. This is a brilliant anthology that I would urge everyone to read.

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer's EggsDinosaur Friends: 2 books in 1: A Present for the Volcano and Saving Conifer’s Eggs by Lois Wickstrom
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love when I get a new book by this author to enjoy with my children as they always connect with the stories so well. These two books were no different. My daughter loves these books as they are easy for her to understand and follow along with. She really becomes invested in the stories and requests to read them multiple times.
These two books were the first time my son has also shown an interest. He loved the pictures of the Dinosaurs and kept pointing to them trying to ‘roar’. This author has created two stories that appeal to the younger audience so well, and spans across multiple age ranges with ease. These are fantastic books and even I can’t wait to read them again.

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Ashes Audiobook (Modern-Day Fairy Tale Book 1) by MK Harkins – Review by Kerry Baker

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I loved this book when I read it for the first time. It felt like such a fresh and imaginative way to retell a classic tale. So when I saw the audio book version I just knew I had to give it a try, and it was definitely worth it! I felt like I become so much more involved and invested in the character and the story. I found myself getting lost in the narration and pulled into the familiar story once more.

I enjoyed the fact that it really does feel like a new way to reinvent Cinderella, a story that has been told time and again. The author has done a brilliant job of making the story their own and the audio book brings that to life. This is a great book to try today.

Destiny’s Daughter (Intimate and Unfiltered Book 3) by Lynda Filler – Review by Kerry Baker

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Destiny's Daughter: It was the best of times.Destiny’s Daughter: It was the best of times. by Lynda Filler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is so emotional and raw but such an amazing insight into a life that is genuinely incredible. The author has done an amazing job at creating a window into her world, giving her readers the chance to learn and experience so much about her.
I have always enjoyed her works of fiction but this book is something special. I connected with it in a way I did not expect and it has stayed with me long after I have finished reading. Even if you read nothing else but her I would highly recommend this book.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Emma (Notebook Mysteries Book 1) by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kerry Baker

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Emma (Notebook Mysteries #1)Emma by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a series that I have read out of order but found thoroughly enjoyable anyway. Adding the first book of the series on to what I have read was always something I was going to do, and I am really glad I did. I had a great feel for the characters anyway but it was nice to finally get that full, overall development. There were definitely a few details in this book that I had missed out on.
As with the others this book is well written with a great, steady pace to it. I became invested in both the characters and the story and enjoyed that tale the author had created. This is a great series overall that is definitely worth a read.

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1) by Matilda Reyes – Review by Kerry Baker

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Unearthly Magik (Black Cauldron Detective Agency Book 1)Unearthly Magik by Matilda Reyes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a really strong start to a new series and it was such an easy book to get into. I loved the main character. She comes across as so strong and feisty. She was really interesting to read about and I thought she was so engaging.
This is still a relatively new author to me but I am starting to get a feel for her writing style. Her books always come across as well developed and I find them to be exciting and fast paced. As the first book in a new series I think this one does a great job of whetting your appetite for what is to come. I am looking forward to seeing what that might be.

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True Colors (The Colors Trilogy Book 3) by K.R. Raye – Review by Kerry Baker

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True ColorsTrue Colors by K.R. Raye
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is the final one of the series and it is just as good as the others. I loved getting back into these characters. They have such strong and complex stories that it is always interesting to read about them.
Although I didn’t want the series to end I was glad to see how it all played out. It really feels like you have been on a journey with these 3 characters and it was nice to see that journey come to a conclusion. This book is every bit as enjoyable as I expected and this is a series that everyone should try!

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The Aloha Series Box Set (Books 1 – 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Kerry Baker

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Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3Aloha Series Box Set Books 1-3 by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a well written series with some great standalone books forming it. I had only read one of the books in this series when I got the boxed set so I was excited to read more of them. Each are as good as the others. The characters are engaging and easy to connect with, the stories all flow well and are great books to read.
Each book had the same feeling to them but they were all distinct from each other. The characters stood out and none of the storylines felt like there were iterations of another. I was impressed with the writing style and enjoyed each and every one of these books. This is a series I would recommend.

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Fatal Memory (Agent Red:Teagan Stone Series Book 1) by Ava S. King – Review by Kerry Baker

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Agent Red: Fatal Memory (Teagan Stone, #1)Agent Red: Fatal Memory by Ava S. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I think this is a good start to a new series. It definitely felt like it was setting the scene for the other books to come but it was a great way to be introduced to the characters and the overall story. I enjoyed reading about the main character. She is strong and interesting to read about and, for me, carried the story.
The book was quite a short read, fast paced and fully of action. I think the author had a bit of scope to go into more detail and draw it out a bit longer but I enjoyed what had been written. This book has done its job and got me interested enough to read what comes next.

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A Love Restrained by Becky Flade – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Love RestrainedA Love Restrained by Becky Flade
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A second chance, opposites attract romance with some really good character development. Kylee and Jayson had a strong chemistry between them, even though they really should stay away from each other. Their worlds clash in a big way and yet they find themselves drawn to each other.
I thought the overall story was pretty good. I found the switch between 1st and 3rd person to be a little confusing at times. I think the story would have been stronger for the author picking one POV to tell the story in. However, I enjoyed the idea behind the story and found myself engaged in what I was reading. This is a good book with some great characters.

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Chasing Hope Audiobook by Dana Wayne – Review by Kerry Baker

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This is an overall lovely story about characters finding their way to their chance at a happy family. The characters were easy to relate to and were so good because the author didn’t try and hide their flaws. I loved the way the author dealt with the issue of PTSD. It felt like a sensitive approach but one that still conveyed the seriousness of the issue.

I enjoyed experiencing the book in the audio version too as it really helped me to visualise more everything happening. It took no effort to be pulled along by the story and it was great to have it playing. This is a wonderful book that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Master Romano (Masters of the Consulate Book 4) by Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

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Master RomanoMaster Romano by Sylvia Black
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so exciting to see another book in this series, I had to start reading it straight away as I couldn’t wait. I was instantly transported straight back into the world that this author has so imaginatively created. This book, like the others, just adds to how outstanding this series is. Each one I think is better than the last and that the author surely can’t do any better. Each time she shows us just how much more she has to give.
The characters and the story blend so well in this book. Each compliments the other and makes the book all the better. This author is one I now never fail to pick up and read as I always know I am going to get an amazing story. This is one series I would highly recommend.

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1) by Toni Denise – Review by Kerry Baker

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Jake (Billionaire Blind Dates Book 1)Jake by Toni Denise
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love the idea this book is based on, a true blind date in which to get to know the other person. It feels exciting and intriguing. Add in the characters from this book and it was always going to be an amazing story. I was fully pulled into their story and loved watching them navigate their lives and their relationship. They are so different from each other and yet fit together so well.
This is a new author to me and I loved the approach she took to this book. It was easy to read and yet pulled you in effortlessly. I connected with the characters with ease and really got behind them. I am looking forward to the next book in this series, especially if it is as good as this one.

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Together We Stand Volume 2: A Charity Anthology for Ukraine by C.A. King, JA Lafrance, Rose Bak, A.N. Waugh, AM Cosgrove, Crystal St. Clair, Sky Purington, A.L. Morrow, TL Mayhew, C.L. Collier, Jordan Leger, Zorha Redwolf Edwards, Emery LeeAnn, Pandora Snow, M.A. Abraham, Tricia Daniels, Raven Belasco, M.K. Moore, KL Fast, Illustrated by Mikki Noble – Review by Kerry Baker

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Together We Stand, Vol. 2Together We Stand, Vol. 2 by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

At first I picked this book up for 2 reasons – one the cause the book was supporting and, two, the fact that C.A. King had contributed to the anthology. Any book with her name on and I will buy no matter what. It was a bonus that I recognised a couple of the other names too.
I am so glad that those reasons pushed me into reading this collection because I was completely taken in by them. The C.A. King book is definitely up there as my favourite. I always have such an affinity for her work and this book was the perfect example as to why! But the other stories all definitely held their own. I liked that they were all different from each other. The issue with anthologies I tend to find is that the books start to merge into one after a while but that was not the case with this one. They each stood their ground and shone through the rest.
I love the fact that this collection is for such a worthy cause as well. For me, it gave such an emotional edge while reading it and I was drawn in all the more. This is a fantastic collection of stories and I would urge everyone to buy it today.

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Never Is A Very Long Time (The Perfect Date Book 1) Audiobook by Donna McDonald – Review by Kerry Baker

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I thought this was an entertaining and amusing story, with some brilliant characters to back it up. When listening to this book I really connected with the story. I tend to find that books with older female characters are poorly done and I find it hard to connect with them but this author has done an amazing job at making the character so relatable. She is funny, strong, real and I really enjoyed reading about her. She has so much going on and yet she never seems to let it get her down for long. This is a new author to me and I think this was a great book to start with. It is easy to read and a well written story. I will definitely be checking out more from this author in the future.

Ashali and the Blue Horseman by Jordan Elizabeth – Review by Kerry Baker

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I found this to be one of those books that surprised me with how good it was. Although the story is fantastic for me this book is all about the characters. They have a strength to standout as individual characters, capturing my interest in them on their own. Combined, together as a duo, they are just the perfect pairing. I thought the author did great at weaving a story full of adventure and sci-fi, keeping it exciting and fast paced. I easily read this book as I was pulled in right from the start. This is a great story that I would definitely recommend.

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a fantastic fiction story with enough historical detail to make it such an intriguing read. I couldn’t decide how I thought this would turn out right from the moment I started reading so it felt like I was taken on such a journey. The author has managed to pack a lot into this book without it seeming like too much. There is adventure, romance, history and that really felt like only the tip of the iceberg.
This is a new author to me and I loved his writing style. The story was well thought out and cleverly written. He had a way of describing the scenes and portraying the characters that drew me in. I really enjoyed reading this book and can’t wait to start on the second in the series.

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Wicked Treasure (The Charm Collector Book 3) by Melissa Erin Jackson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Wicked Treasure (The Charm Collector, #2)Wicked Treasure by Melissa Erin Jackson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited to delve back into this story and these characters after reading this first book. This one definitely lives up to my expectations and is easily better than the first. It was jam packed full of exciting storylines and brilliant characters. It is one of those books I struggled to put down, even if it were 3am!
I thought the plot development in this book was even better than the first, pushing it into the next level for me. the author pieces together everything so well and it is such an enjoyable read. I would highly recommend this series and I cannot wait for what comes next.

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Scandalously Yours (Titans of Manhattan Book 5) by Anise Storm – Review by Kerry Baker

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Scandalously Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #5)Scandalously Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is one of those that just gets better with each book and I can never wait to start the next. I was pulled straight into this book with ease and became engrossed by the story I was reading. The characters are what this book is all about, their connection and their journey. I was completely pulled into their journey and wanted to see what the author was going to do with them.
The book was well written, just as I have come to expect from this author. It had a pace to it that matched the story and the characters, taking you, as the reader, along with them. I was engaged with the storyline and enjoyed what the author did with it. This was a fantastic book to an already amazing series and I can’t wait for whatever else is to come.

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I Loved You Yesterday (Trading Heartbeats Trilogy Book 1) by Julie Navickas – Review by Kerry Baker

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I Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats TrilogyI Loved You Yesterday: Book One in the Trading Heartbeats Trilogy by Julie Navickas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was such an emotional rollercoaster, in a way I really didn’t expect. I expected just a typical, second chance romance type story but this book was so much more. The complexity of it really drew me in. I loved the development between Josh and Mavis, I found myself rooting for them the whole way through. And yet, I couldn’t quite decide how I thought things might turn out.
I loved the writing style in this book. Everything was so well developed, from the story to the characters. The author seemed to get every part of it right and has left me excited for what is to come next. I can’t wait to read the next instalment of this trilogy.

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark Book 2) by Deborah Garland – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hard Lover (Houston After Dark #2)Hard Lover by Deborah Garland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I knew just from reading the description of this book that the heat and the chemistry between the main characters would be intense. I didn’t realise just how much! Sparks absolutely flew from the page each time they were together. The connection between them completely consumes you and you just get lost in them.
This is one of those books where the storyline almost doesn’t matter because they characters are so captivating but the author has created a brilliant book to match. I loved reading what was going on and really felt like I was part of the journey. This is a hot and steamy story that just blew me away.

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Azreya, Aztec Priestess: An Illustrated Mythology Legend by Tricia Copeland, Illustrated by Matt Maes – Review by Kerry Baker

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Azreya, Aztec PriestessAzreya, Aztec Priestess by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not sure exactly what I expected from this series but the book I started reading was not it. This is a rich story, detailed and complex, steeped in mythological history. The illustrations are absolutely magnificent and compliment the book entirely.
The story itself is such an interesting one to read. The author paints such a vivid picture that you can picture it all so clearly. I was so easily lost within the pages, consumed by the story unfolding. This is a fantastic book that I think everyone should read.

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Dragonslayer Dragon Heart (Dragon Heart Book 1) Audiobook by Isobelle Cate – Review by Kerry Baker

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Although one of the shorter audio book I have listened to, I found myself pulled in by the story being portrayed. I loved the combination of fantasy and history mixed throughout the book. I was caught up by the narration and could easily picture what was going on.

The story drew me in further the more I listened. I wanted to know how things would work out as it seemed such an impossible situation. I kept hoping that things would work out. This is a great book that I think it worth the listening time.

Peg’s Stand (Satan’s Devils MC #6) Audio Book by Manda Mellett – Review by Kerry Baker

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This series is easily one of my favourite and the audio books are some of the best I have listened to. I become so emerged in what is happening and find myself completely lost by the story. This one is no exception at all and I loved the entire book. I kept finding reasons to turn it back on again and in no time had finished it.

This author is absolutely fantastic. She has created a series so strong, with a lasting effect, and yet has still managed to retain each individual book’s identity. The characters come across so strong and you can’t help but fall in love with them. This is a fantastic book and I would urge everyone to try it today!