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Code Name: Vulture (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels and Sylvia Black – Review by Kerry Baker

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Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1)Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance by Maya Daniels
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Code Name: Vulture: Dark Vampire Romance (The Order of the Condor Series Book 1) by Maya Daniels & Sylvia Black is a great collaboration between two brilliant authors. The book was interesting from start to finish and you really get caught up in the story.
Although this isn’t necessarily the smoothest of collaborations that I have read the writing style of the two authors still seemed to work together. And the kinks could quite well be due to this being the start of a new series. The story really comes together and was great to read.
I really liked Vulture. I was hooked by him the instant I started reading. I did have a little bit of a harder time connecting to Danielle as an individual character but I loved the connection between the two of them. I think this is a good start to a new series and I am looking forward to trying the next.

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The Boss Prince (It’s Raining Royals) by Alix Nichols – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Boss Prince (It's Raining Royals, #1)The Boss Prince by Alix Nichols
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Boss Prince: a royal romance with humor and suspense (It’s Raining Royals) by Alix Nichols is an entertaining book and was a surprise from start to finish. Now I have read the book I cannot say what I was expecting when I started it, I just know what I got wasn’t it. However that is only in a good way. I was definitely caught up in the story and what was happening to the characters.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really connected with it. I enjoyed every aspect of the book and really thought the characters were likeable and engaging. This was a great story and I look forward to reading more of this author’s work.

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A Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Natural PassionA Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Natural Passion by Tammy Mannersly is another quick and easy romance story that has a great story and interesting characters. I thought the romance between the main characters was such a sweet story. It didn’t start out as the obvious romance but grew into something so heart-warming. The overall story was fun and entertaining. The author built up the story and really developed the characters from start to finish.
I love how easy the flow is of every single one of this authors stories. They are the perfect books to just lose yourself in for a few hours, to think of nothing but the characters. This book is as thoroughly enjoyable as every other book that I have read by her and I would definitely recommend it.

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Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie – Review by Kerry Baker

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Gone Country (Cousins Gone #1)Gone Country by Katrina Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gone Country (Gone in Love) by Katrina Marie is a sweet romantic story that is a fairly quick and easy to read. This is the kind of book that you would lose yourself in for a few hours. It is light hearted and fun from start to finish.
It took me a little while to connect with the characters in this book. Their meeting was a little abrupt which I found a bit disconcerting but as the story progressed I found that I had become invested in them.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but I’m sure it won’t be the last.

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My Soul to Give (A Demon’s Love Book 1) by M. A. Fréchette – Review by Kerry Baker

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My Soul to Give (A Demon's Love #1)My Soul to Give by Magali A. Fréchette
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Soul to Give by M. A. Frechette is the first book in the A Demon’s Love series. I thought this was a really intriguing and different way to go about telling a revenge story. The description instantly made me want to read the book and the start of the story completely hooked my attention. I thought that the author created a unique concept within a genre that is oversaturated.
I enjoyed the characters in the book. They added so much to the story and easily kept my attention. There were a couple of times that I thought the story needed a little bit more attention to detail however the overall idea was absolutely fantastic. I cannot wait for the next book in the series.

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Drew: Book One of the Perfectly Independent Series by Amanda Shelley – Review by Kerry Baker

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Drew (Perfectly Independent, #1)Drew by Amanda Shelley
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Drew by Amanda Shelley is the first book in the Perfectly Independent series. This is a book that has such heartwarming and sweet characters at its centre that you cannot help but be pulled into them. They have such a strong connection, even if they are completely out of sorts with each other at the start of the story. They way their relationship progresses is so lovely to watch. It unfolds slowly as the discover a little more about the other.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed her overall writing style. It was easy to engage with and kept you interested until the end of the book. This is a great start to a series and I am looking forward to book 2.

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Something Lost (Funerals and Weddings Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Kerry Baker

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Something LostSomething Lost by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Some Lost by Bernadette Marie is the first book in the Funerals and Weddings series. This is a great second chance romance that is all about the characters. I liked both Craig and Rachel. It really felt like they were the focus of the story, that everything built around them. I did think that at times the story needed a little more detail to it. The author could have really added an even deeper level to it. However I did think the story was enjoyable and the overall idea came across well. Another thoroughly story by a great author.

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Fight for It by Amy L Gale – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fight for It (Sunset Cove)Fight for It by Amy L. Gale
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fight For It (Sunset Cove) by Amy L. Gale is a great book with some truly likeable characters. From the minute I started reading this book I felt connected to Alyssa and Ray. You could imagine each of their struggles and felt like you were ok their journey with them.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed watching the character development that she brought out. The book was easy to read and enjoyable from the first page to the last. This is a great book and I can’t wait to discover more of this authors work.

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THE BOW (HER THREE IMMORTALS Book 3) by HAZEL STORM – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance (Her Three Immortals Book 3)The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Bow: A Fated Mates Greek Myth Paranormal Romance by Hazel Storm is the third book in the Her Three Immortals series. Personally I would definitely read this series in order as it is a continuation of the story from the previous books.
I am really enjoying this whole series. It is so exciting to read and just keeps getting better with each book. I always find myself highly entertained by each book and I can never wait to start the next one.
It is the same with this book too. I couldn’t put it down once I had started. I had convinced myself this series was a trilogy and was so pleased to find out that there will be at least another book in the series. This is a fantastic instalment to the series and I am already itching to read book 4.

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Caine (Men of Syn Book 2) by Anise Storm – Review by Kerry Baker

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Caine (Men of Syn, #2)Caine by Anise Storm
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Caine by Anise Storm is the second book in the Men of Syn series, this is an utterly fantastic follow up to book one and is quite possibly even better. After reading the description fully expected to not really like this book – spoiled rich girl Main characters aren’t usually my favourite. However the author did such a good job of creating likeable characters that I couldn’t help but fall in love with them.
This whole book felt exciting. I’m glad I read them in order – although this could be read as a stand-alone – because it felt like I got a much better grounding for this book. I absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for book 3!

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Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Baker

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Raven Woman's TavernRaven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Raven Woman’s Tavern by Laura Koerber is a short dystopian novel that has some truly interesting characters. The story is well thought and so intriguing. I honestly think it would have benefited from being a full length novel to really be able to explore these ideas even further.
I was really taken in by the story as a whole. I think the ending lacked a bit of conviction but as a whole the book was a great read. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and this author.

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Return to Alpha by Wesley Britton – Review by Kerry Baker

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Return To Alpha: A new saga beginsReturn To Alpha: A new saga begins by Wesley Britton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Return To Alpha: A New Saga Begins by Wesley Britton is a well written and unique concept of aliens and their connection with Earth. This is a spin off from the author’s Beta-Earth Series. I didn’t realise this before I started reading however it did not detract from my enjoyment of the book.
I though the way the author created the story was really clever. He used a well known trope – aliens – and successfully put his own spin on it. It felt fresh and interesting and was really easy to get into. I thought all the characters were well done. They each added different things to the story and just enhanced the reading.
This is a new author to me and I enjoyed his style of writing. I will definitely be looking into his other series while I wait for the next one in this.

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Swindler’s Revenge (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 5) by Ellen Butler – Review by Kerry Baker

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Swindler's RevengeSwindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Swindler’s Revenge by Ellen Butler is the fifth book in the Karina Cardinal Mysteries series. This is a fantastic series that just keeps on getting better. I think this book has to be my favourite of the series so far. It is exciting and full of twists and turns all the way through. I always find it so easier to fall back into the main character and her story. This one is fast paced and really pulls you in. The author knows exactly how to keep you engaged and has really created a book that you cannot put down.
Although I would recommend reading this series in order you can read this book as a standalone. However it is definitely worth your time to read all of the books. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading the next.

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Unsettled Scores (DAG Team Series Book 2) by Kel O’Connor – Review by Kerry Baker

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Unsettled Scores (DAG Team #2)Unsettled Scores by Kel O’Connor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unsettled Scores by Kel O’Conner is the second book in the DAG Team series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although the stories do seem to overlap so reading the previous book first could be beneficial.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I found it to be a pretty fast paced book. The writing was exciting and the author knew just when to throw in some twists and turns.
The characters were interesting and engaging. They are the kind of ones that you get behind right from the start. This was a great book that I found thoroughly enjoyable. I will be going back to read book one.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out: An Arranged Marriage Mafia Romance by Amy McKinley is the first book in the Mafia Elite series. This is a fantastic start to a new series and the kind of book you will have to read in one sitting.
I have come to learn with this author that it doesn’t matter what she writes it is always amazing. So much so that I picked up this book without reading the description, no hesitations. I was completely swept away by this story from the second I started reading. I connected with the characters and with their journey. I was taken on their highs and lows and experienced everything with them. I didn’t want this book to end – even more so because it read it so quickly.
This is an explosive start to a new series and I am already chomping at the bit for the second book.

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins – Review by Kerry Baker

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Notebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and PossibilitiesNotebook Mysteries ~ Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Notebook Mysteries – Decisions and Possibilities by Kimberly Mullins is an interesting and unique YA story that definitely draws you in. This is the second book in the series and although it can be read as a stand-alone – I did – I think personally I would prefer to read it in order. Although I got to know the characters and understood what was happening I felt I had missed a bit of the character development.
I loved the fact that the story is set in the 1800’s. It adds a whole new level to the story and so many obstacles that you don’t get in modern day fiction. For me it is that element that really made the book.
This is a new author to me and I like the way she has gone about the whole story. The first thing I will be doing now is going back to read book one!

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Slow Burn by A.K. Macbride – Review by Kerry Baker

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Slow Burn (Breathing Hearts, #2)Slow Burn by A.K. MacBride
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Slow Burn: An Enemies to Lovers Romance by A.K. MacBride is the second book in the Breathing Hearts series. This book can be read as a stand-alone.
This book completely caught me by surprise. I was expecting a typical romance story like most within this genre.
Instead I thought this book was so full of emotion that I couldn’t help but be drawn in. It really does take you on a journey of feelings. I loved each of these characters and the way they seemed to fit with other just right. They were each what the other person needed and neither of them were “perfect”.
This is a new author to me and I loved this introduction to her work. I thought the book was absolutely fantastic and I am looking forward to reading more.

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Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Kerry Baker

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Caught by HimCaught by Him by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Caught by Him by Tammy Mannersly is a sweet romantic story about an unexpected meeting bringing love. The characters are so easy to connect with. This is quite a quick, easy read that takes no getting into. You just engage with the story straight away.
I always enjoy the writing style of this author. I find it to be well paced with some great character development. As with all of her stories I thought this book was thoroughly enjoyable and an overall great book.

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Romancing the Tropics (A Tropical Cocktail Romance Boxset) by L.M. Mountford – Review by Kerry Baker

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Romancing the Tropics : A Holiday Romance Boxset (A Tropical Cocktail Romance)Romancing the Tropics : A Holiday Romance Boxset by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Romancing the Tropics: A Holiday Romance Boxset (A Tropical Cocktail Romance) by L.M. Mountford is yet another outstanding book by an author that is firmly on my must read list! Every time I pick up a book by this author I know it is going to be good – so much so that I no longer even bother to read the descriptions I simply start reading.
Thanks to that I was very pleasantly surprised to find this book was not just 1 book but 2! Although both short stories I was delighted that we got to read even more. And I honestly don’t think I could pick a favourite out of each of these books as I enjoyed them both so much. I absolutely devoured the collection in one sitting and even went back to read these ones again. They are so steamy that you will definitely find yourself a bit hot under the collar.
I loved that both of the stories were different and yet both had my attention in full. I would highly recommend not only these books but this author as well.

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TAINTED by Marsha R. West – Review by Kerry Baker

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TAINTEDTAINTED by Marsha R. West
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tainted by Marsha R. West is a fantastic romantic suspense story that really keeps the pages turning. The author has done such a good job of building this story up, page by page, drawing you in and completely capturing your attention. The way she has written the characters, to me, has made them so much more real and engaging. I felt like I really got to know them throughout the book and got to experience everything they were.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really think it has given me a great insight into the way she writes and connects with the reader. If all of her books are like this then I cannot wait to discover more of them. This is a brilliant book that you won’t be able to put down.

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Ride For Me (The North Shore Crew Book 1) by Vi Summers – Review by Kerry Baker

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Ride For Me (North Shore Crew Series, Book 1)Ride For Me by Vi Summers
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Ride For Me by Vi Summers is the first book in the North Shore Crew series. This is a brilliant book and such a fantastic way to start a new series! I love the characters – not just the main ones but also the peripheral characters too. They added so much to the story and really enhanced it.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really enjoyed how much fun and excitement she brought to the story. It worked well with the character development and made for a much more enjoyable read. This is a great book and I am looking forward to the next.

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Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series Book 5) by Vikki Walton – Review by Kerry Baker

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Potager Plot (A Backyard Farming Series, #5)Potager Plot by Vikki Walton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Potager Plot: A witty cozy mystery with a hint of romance by Vikki Walton is the fifth book in the A Backyard Farming Mystery series. I thought this was a really entertaining and fun book that kept my interest right to the end. This is the first book that I have read by this author and can absolutely say you do not need to have read the previous books to enjoy this one. I thought this was a fantastic way to be introduced to a new author. The writing style was one that help to add to the mystery but also kept the book feeling quite light hearted. I didn’t feel like I was bogged down in any details but was just able to enjoy the book as it was.
This was a great story and I will definitely be going back to add on the other books to the series.

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DATING THE INTERN by Natalina Reis – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dating the InternDating the Intern by Natalina Reis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dating The Intern by Natalina Reis is a brilliant book that will really keep you absolutely enthralled. This is quite a short story but is one that is full of romance and sweetness. This author really does know how to create a brilliant story that pulls readers in and makes you fall in love with the characters.
I don’t normally like books where the male character is younger than the female. I find it normally feels forced and unbelievable and I find myself growing bored of the story. However with this book I was completely sucked into it. I engaged with the characters and I really grew to love them both. The only thing about this book that I found myself cringing at a little was the name “Ivory Tower!”. I thought it was a little cheesy and a bit off putting. However it doesn’t detract at all from the story or from how much I liked Ivory.
This author has really become one of those that I don’t hesitate to pick up her books. Most of the time now I don’t even read the description, I just go in blind and see where it takes me. I have never yet been disappointed. Her books are always well written with fantastic storylines, this been no exception at all! I would highly recommend this book.

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SPOOKED BY A SUSPICION by Risa Nyman – Review by Kerry Baker

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Spooked by a SuspicionSpooked by a Suspicion by Risa Nyman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spooked by a Suspicion by Risa Nymen is the second book in this series. We are back to following Rocky in his journey, this time navigating the world of stepfathers. Rocky seems to have been through so much, and still seems to be going through a lot. I thought this was reflecting in the story telling and how fast paced the book seemed to be. Something always seemed to be happening which really kept your interest.
This book is definitely aimed at a pre-teen age but it has enough depth that I can appeal to all audiences. This is a great book and a strong follow up to book one.

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Effacement by Hieronymus Hawkes – Review by Kerry Baker

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EffacementEffacement by Hieronymus Hawkes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Effacement by Hieronymus Hawkes is one of those books that you just cannot put down once you start. This book is so good because it is so close to reality, and so utterly believable, that it really makes you think. I was completely drawn into this story and the events unfolding. I could imagine it all happening as if were there with the characters. This is a completely new author to me and I was really impressed by everything I read. The book was interesting and a unique concept but based in a plausible setting. The characters were easy to engage with.
Everything combined made for a fantastic book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I would highly recommend this to everyone!

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The Sound of Silence AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Sound of Silence Audio Book by Dakota Willink is a gripping and intense story that literally had my pulse racing. For so much of this book I found myself on the edge of my seat. It almost felt like I was right there with Gia and there were times when my heart was in my throat at the thought of what was about to happen. The author has done such an incredible job with this book. It is heartbreaking and uplifting all at the same time. I loved how she used the multiple POV’s to really add depth to the story. For me it made it even better. This book definitely contains triggers so for those that may be sensitive of them I would say read with caution. However I also cannot recommend this book highly enough. It is easily my favourite one by this author and it is also one of the best books that I have listened to or read this year! I am already looking forward to experiencing this one again. An amazing and emotional book I would urge everyone to pick up today!!!

Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dire's ClubDire’s Club by Kimberly Packard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dire’s Club by Kimberly Packard is such a unique and interesting book that really pulled me in from the start. I loved the concept of the final bucket list trip and how the author has gone about creating that idea. I thought that all the characters were so well written. They each had their part to play and fit the book so well.
This is still a relatively new author for me and I really enjoyed how this book is completely different to the other books of hers that I have read. I think this one has to be my favourite book so far and it one I would highly recommend.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson is a collection of great books with some brilliant characters. This is a series that really does need to be read in orders as it is a continuation of their stories throughout. With each of these books I found it so easy to connect with the characters – and to reconnect with them quickly each time I started a new book.
Each of these books is well written and exciting to read. Even though it follows the same characters I thought each book had a different feel to it, distinguishing it from the last book while still having a familiar sense to it. The books are all faced paced. So much seems to happen in each book and the author really knows when to throw in a twist to keep you on your toes. As soon as I had finished one of these books I had to start the next and I thoroughly enjoyed each and every one

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Written in the Stars (Mothers and Daughters Collection) by Angela Christina Archer – Review by Kerry Baker

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Written in the StarsWritten in the Stars by Angela Christina Archer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Written in the Stars: a heart warming and gripping story about adoption and finding birth parents by Angela Christina Archer is the second book in the Mothers and Daughters Collection. This is such an emotional story you cannot help but be swept away by what the author is portraying. In every single page you could feel the raw emotion and the incredible journey the main character goes through. At times I found this book to be utterly heart breaking only for it to then completely shift and be uplifting and delightful. This author does an amazing job of painting the picture of what it was like in the time this book is set. Even though it is hard to believe now that these situations occurred the author made it truly relatable and easy to imagine.
Although this is only the second book in this series I have to say this is definitely my favourite one so far. It is hard to see how the author can top this but I am looking forward to finding out what is next.

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Hazard in Hawaii (A Doctor Danger Mystery BOOK 1) by Heather Silvio – Review by Kerry Baker

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Hazard in HawaiiHazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hazard in Hawaii by Heather Silvio is the first book in the A Doctor Danger Mystery series. This is a brilliant start to a new series and I fully enjoyed the book from start to finish. I really loved the main character of this book. Even before I started reading I got the sense that I would connect with her and I definitely did. She was so engaging and relatable. She definitely enhanced the whole story.
This isn’t the first book that I have read by this author and I like how this felt completely different to her other series. I could see the clear writing style but the story and the characters were all their own. I really enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to see what the rest of the series brings.

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