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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven Series Book 4) by AJ Renee – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cursed Touch (Broderick Coven, #4)Cursed Touch by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cursed Touch by AJ Renee is the fourth book in the Broderick Coven series. This author has yet again put forward a fantastic book that I just had to read in one sitting. I have read a few books by this author now but I think this one has to be my favourite so far. I just loved the characters in this book and the connection between them. I found them to be really engaging and it was no effort to become invested in them.
I thought the story line was great and done so well. As I have come to expect this author just seems to effortlessly produced well developed and exciting books. I thought this book was a great addition to the series and I can’t wait for more.

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FURY OF CONVICTION (The Dragonfury Series Book 2) by Coreene Callahan – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fury of Conviction (Dragonfury Short Story Collection, #2)Fury of Conviction by Coreene Callahan
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Fury of Conviction by Coreene Callahan is the is the second book in the “Villains” of the Dragonfury series. This is quieter a short story but is full of action and excitement. The author has certainly figured out how to fit a lot into a small book. This book can be read in its own without losing any enjoyment.
This is a new author to me and I really enjoyed how she conveyed everything in her writing. Although I finished the book quicker than I expected I did not feel like I had missed one in anything. It is a very fast paced book so it felt like I was taken on a whirlwind journey. I enjoyed the writing style and thought the characters were great to read about.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will be going back to read book 1.

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction AUDIO BOOK by C.L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

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Nite Fire: Chain Reaction by C.L. Schneider is the second book in the series and a brilliant follow up to book 1. It took no time at all to fall completely back in with these characters. The relationships that had been built in book one have easily continued on into this book.

I was so glad to find it is the same person narration the story too. The enthusiasm and excitement that she evokes with her narration is just amazing. I definitely think I enjoyed it even more thanks to that. I love the mix of supernatural and natural in this series, it has been done in such a believable way. This is a brilliant series and I cannot wait for the next book.

Mann in the Crossfire (Jarvis Mann Detective Series Book 8) by R Weir – Review by Kerry Baker

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Mann in the Crossfire: A Jarvis Mann Hardboiled Detective Mystery NovelMann in the Crossfire: A Jarvis Mann Hardboiled Detective Mystery Novel by R. Weir
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Mann in the Crossfire: A Jarvis Mann Hardboiled Detective Mystery Novel by R. Weir is the eighth book in the Jarvis Mann Mystery series. It is probably best to read this series in order so that you get full enjoyment however the book can be read as a stand-alone.
I loved that this book really was a fast past, action packed story that felt like w true crime mystery. The author knew just how to keep you on the edge of your seat the whole way through and constantly guessing as to what might happen.
It takes a lot for a series to reach this number of books and based on what I just read I can see this series being fantastic for many more books to come. I hope that we get to see more from this detective as the whole series is just fantastic.

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Avenging Devil Part 2 (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #4) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kerry Baker

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Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan's Devils MC San DiegoAvenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC San Diego by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Avenging Devil Part 2: Satan’s Devils MC by Manda Mellett is the amazing follow up to the to first part of this story. This absolutely has to be read in order as it is a continuation of what takes place in part 1. As soon as I started reading this book I was instantly pulled back in. From the moment I finished book one I knew I had to read this part and it did not disappoint.
The story is dark and gritty and should not be read lightly for anyone with triggers. Niran and Saffie have such a difficult journey and at times I really wasn’t sure they were going to make it through. Yet again this author has delivered and outstanding book and I think these two have shot to the top as my favourites.

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Sign Steal Deliver (Gods of Thunder MC) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Kerry Baker

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Sign Steal Deliver (Gods of Thunder MC)Sign Steal Deliver by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sign Steal Deliver: A Paranormal Chick Lit Novel (Gods Of Thunder MC) by Carrie Pulkinen is a fantastic and entertaining story that I think highlights exactly why I love this author.
I have plenty of books by this author now, enough to know that when I see another of hers I don’t ask questions I just start reading. And for me this book shows the reason. Everything about it is brilliant. The characters are just fantastic, entertaining with great chemistry. The story is well written and developed so effortlessly that I could have just kept reading.
Every single book by this author is one that I have to read in a single sitting simply because I cannot put it down. This is yet another amazing book, and series, by and author I cannot recommend highly enough. If you haven’t yet discovered her work then I would urge you to read this book today!

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The Dream Catchers (Prestoria) by J. U. Menon – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1The Dream Catchers: PRESTORIA Series Book 1 by J.U. Menon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Dream Catchers by J.U. Me on is the first book in the Prestoria Series. This is a great YA story that is action packed. As a new author to me I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book. It sounded exciting and the author really delivered on that. There was a lot going on in the book but it never felt overdone or too much. The author got the balance right when it came to keeping your interest but also holding back where needed. This story is appealing to more than just the YA audience. It draws on myth and folklore which I think made to more realistic. This really is a great book and I am looking forward to book 2.

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Pet Me (The Toye Shoppe Book 1) by Angelique Jurd – Review by Kerry Baker

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Pet Me (The Toye Shoppe #1)Pet Me by Angelique Jurd
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Pet Me by Angelique Jurd is the first book in the Toye Shoppe series. This isn’t the type of book that I would usually go for but I was interested enough by the blurb that I thought I would give it a go.
I thought the characters were really good. They seemed to compliment each other well and I thought they worked together.
The story itself felt like it could do with a bit more development. I came away from this book feeling like it was the first in the series and that it was just used to set the scene for what is to come. The overall basis was good I just think the execution could have used a little work.
That being said I would definitely be willing to give this series a chance and read the next one.

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Chatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard – Review by Kerry Baker

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Chatroom With A ViewChatroom With A View by Glenn Maynard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Chatroom with a View by Glenn Maynard is a dark book that really delves into some topics that might not be suitable for most people. The moment I read the blurb for this book I knew I had to read it. I have heard about this “killer gene” before and the idea of it intrigues me. So to find a book like this I just had to see what was going to happen.
Troy and Veronica were such intense characters. Everything about them seemed to have me on the edge of my seat. I got a feel quite early on for how I thought this book was going to go turn out but even still I felt like at any moment the author could throw a curveball in.
I think this is a book that definitely doesn’t need to be taken lightly but I would say is worth the read. If this is the level of work the author produces then I can’t wait to read more.

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Check Out (The Bobbins Sisters Series Book 1) by Debra Parmley – Review by Kerry Baker

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Check OutCheck Out by Debra Parmley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Check Out by Debra Parmley is the first book in the Bobbins Sisters Series. This is a great book that really has a little bit of everything in it. My first impression though was the instant connection the main characters seem to have. Right from their first meeting you could feel it. And every interaction from then the chemistry sizzled between them.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and from the description I expected just another typical marine returned home story but what the author gave us was much more than that. The story was really well developed and thought out. It had a depth to it that you don’t always find in these type of romance books which for me made it stand out. I thought this was a really strong start to a new series and a brilliant way to be introduced to a new author.

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Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Mystery Series Book 6) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

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Houses of Deception (The Madeline Dawkins Series Book 6)Houses of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Houses Of Deception by Cynthia Hamilton is the sixth book in the fantastic Madeline Dawkins series. Each book in the series has been exciting and a thrill to read and this book certainly carries on that tradition. This whole book was detailed and complex. The story twisted this way and that and really kept you in your toes the whole wait through. I really love diving back into this series. It never takes me long to become fully invested in the characters again. This is a really strong series that keeps getting better and better. I am looking forward to whatever is next.

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Snowflakes and Holly (Hartwood Holiday Romance) by Jae Dawson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Snowflakes and Holly: A Small Town Christmas Romance (A Hartwood Holiday Romance)Snowflakes and Holly: A Small Town Christmas Romance by Jae Dawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Snowflakes and Holly: A Small Town Christmas Romance by Jae Dawson is a Hartwood Holiday Romance. I think this one has to be my favourite of the series so far. I thought this book was so entertaining, the characters really had me laughing. But at the same time the author has managed to create a depth to them with real emotion behind them. You become invested in their journey, especially because of their histories.
This has been a brilliant series so far and with each book it just seems to get better. I love how easy this authors writing style comes across. The story just seems to flow. I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.

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Bittersweep by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Kerry Baker

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BittersweepBittersweep by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bittersweep by Wareeze Woodson is a well written book that keeps you interested from the first page through to the last. This is a pretty new author to me still and yet already I am starting to get a feel for how she likes to write. Her books are descriptive and developed well while the characters all have a depth to them. I loved the characters in this book. They got so well with the story and just seemed to bring it to life. I liked how it felt like this book was focused on the story and what was happening, so you could really get invested.
This is an author I am pleased to have discovered and I am looking forward to reading more of her work.

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Alterations (Alterations Trilogy, Book 1) by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker

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Alterations (Alterations #1)Alterations by Jane Suen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Alterations by Jane Suen is the first book in the Alterations Trilogy. This is a brilliant book that focuses on the old adage of be careful what you wish for. What I loved most about this book is that fact that it isn’t too far removed from reality. You can so easily imagine this type of scenarios being exactly where society is headed. Because of that I thought it was so easy to connect with the story. Although it was a pretty quick read you become invested in the characters and everything that happens to them. As the start of a series this is a strong opening. It has definitely piqued my interest and I cannot wait to read the next books.

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow Novel Book 5) by India Kells – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dark Bastard (Dark Sparrow, #5)Dark Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dark Bastard by India Kells is a novel in the Dark Sparrow series. This is a series that just keeps getting better with every new novel released.
I loved how Sam and Ellie were first introduced to each other. It was so unconventional but completely captivating.
I have read quite a few books by this author and I am never disappointed in her work. This book was fast paced and action packed. The author grabs your attention the moment you start reading and just does not let go. This is yet another fantastic addition to this series that I thoroughly enjoyed. I cannot wait for whatever is to come next.

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The Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Monster That Ate My MommyThe Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Monster That Ate My Mommy by Jessica Aiken-Hall is a fantastic and heart breaking memoir by and author who is fast becoming one of my favourites.
I will be honest, when I started this book I didn’t bother to read the description. I see the authors name and thought I knew what type of book I was going to get. However once I got reading I realised that I actually had something so much better. I could feel the emotion and the passion in each and every page. I felt like I took every step on this journey with the author.
I love the books this author usually writes but there was just something so real and gritty about this book that I connected with it so much more. I would highly recommend this book to everyone!

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STUMPED (TO LOVE A SPORTSMAN SERIES Book 2) by PAMELA Q. FERNANDES – Review by Kerry Baker

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Stumped: Love Behind the Wickets (To Love a Sportsman, #2)Stumped: Love Behind the Wickets by Pamela Q. Fernandes
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stumped by Pamela Q Fernandes is the second book in the To Love a Sportsman series. What initially drew me to this book is that the author had chosen a sport most wouldn’t choose to write about – cricket. I have come across a couple of other books that use this sport but it is definitely uncommon. And understandably so as it isn’t what most would think of as an exciting sport. And yet this author has turned it into something to be excited about. She had given it depth and a story and has created a book that really grabs your attention. The characters fit the story so well too. Everything about this book has been done so well. I also loved the sneak peek at the end into the next book in the series. I can’t wait to get my hands on it!

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Death of a Coupon Queen (Sophie Parker Mystery Series) by Jenna Harte – Review by Kerry Baker

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Death of a Coupon QueenDeath of a Coupon Queen by Jenna Harte
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Death Of A Coupon Queen by Jenna Harte is a fun and entertaining story that I found to be highly amusing. Sophie is such a likeable character. I connected with her instantly and for me she made this whole book.
I through the book itself was a quick and easy read. I didn’t find it to be too mysterious but I quite liked that about it. It felt like I engaged more with the whole book instead of just becoming invested in the whodunit side of things.
This is a great book and I am pleased to see it is part of a series. I am looking forward to reading the next one.

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Unlikely in Love (A Parker Lake Novel Book 1) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Kerry Baker

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Unlikely in Love (A Parker Lake Novel Book 1)Unlikely in Love by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unlikely In Love by Olivia Sherwood is the first book in the Parker Lake series. This is a brilliant book and one of the best starts to a bree series I have read in a long time. The author has done an amazing job at really bringing these characters and their story to life. Everything just felt so real, as though we were right there with them.
When I started reading this book I expected a sweet romance story that would be a quick and easy read. What I got was so much more than that. It was relatable and entertaining, truly delightful to read. If this is an indication as to how the whole series will be then I cannot wait it read more.

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A Cold Day In Hell (Life Is Hell Book 5) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Cold Day in Hell (Life is Hell #5)A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Cold Day in Hell by Naomi Valkyrie is the fifth book in the Life Is Hell series. This is a fantastic series which honestly just seems to keep on getting better! Each new book quickly becomes my new favourite – until the next book is released or I reread the previous ones. This book is a brilliant addition to the series. It has all qualities I have come to expect from this author – great writing, strong and interesting characters, a thrilling story line. It is always so exciting when I see a new book from this author waiting for me. If you aren’t yet familiar with her work I would urge you to do so immediately!

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Untouched (The Cadence Duet Book One) AUDIO BOOK by Dakota Willink – Review by Kerry Baker

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Cadence Untouched Audio Book by Dakota Willink is the first book in the Cadence Duet. This is a book that defines a sweet summer romance in one breath and then in the next hits you fully with all the emotion. As this story built up I found myself falling more in love with Cadence and Fitz. Although on the face of it they are so completely different they should have never worked in reality they seemed made for each other. The author did a great job of creating that connection between them.

I knew from how the book started that I was in for an emotional ride and that is exactly what happened. I was swept away by the book and enjoyed every part of it. I cannot wait to see what happens next in part two.

Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens – Review by Kerry Baker

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Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and PicturesLines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lines by Leon: Poems, Prose, and Pictures by Leon Stevens is a great collection of work that touches on so many subjects. This isn’t the kind of book that I would usually read but I found myself really enjoying this one. It was easy to read and there genuinely seemed to be something for everyone in this. I liked how I could read this book in those few minutes that normally wouldn’t be long enough to read in – one of this collection was perfect for those snatches of time. I enjoyed this book much more than I expected and I will definitely check out more from this author in the future.

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Bad Man on Campus (Big Men on Campus Book 3) by Stephanie Queen – Review by Kerry Baker

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Bad Man on Campus (Big Men on Campus #3)Bad Man on Campus by Stephanie Queen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Bad Man On Campus: A Second Chance College Romance by Stephanie Queen is the third book in the Big Men On Campus series. This is a fantastic second chance romance that really draws on the emotion of the two characters. I found that this wasn’t the typical sports romance that I thought it was going to be and it really took me by surprise. I always enjoy this authors work but this book for me was easily my favourite. I connected with the characters instantaneously and really felt their journeys. The book was so well written and developed perfectly. I really enjoyed every part of this book and would highly recommend it.

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Lyon Tamer by Jen Luerssen – Review by Kerry Baker

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Lyon TamerLyon Tamer by Jen Luerssen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lyon Tamer: Nerdy Romcom Adventure by Jen Luerssen is an entertaining and fun book that had me smiling most of the way through. Simone and Sheldon couldn’t be more opposite and yet more right for each other. They had an instant connection and the banter between them was so amusing. I really enjoyed each time they interacted.
Considering this was an author I hadn’t even heard of not too long ago she is definitely fast becoming and I author I don’t hesitate to read. Every book is well developed and has a great pace to it – this book being a perfect example of it.
This is a highly entertaining book that I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Out of Time (Westbeach Series Book 4) by Toni Denise – Review by Kerry Baker

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Out of Time: Westbeach Series 4Out of Time: Westbeach Series 4 by Toni Denise
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Out Of Time by Toni Denise is the fourth book in the Westbeach series. This book can be read as a stand-alone even though it is the final book of the series.
This is a completely new author to me so I didn’t know what to expect when I started reading. What I found was a great story that was fairly easy to ready with some great characters. The story was well ell thought out and the overall book had a great pace to it. The story just seemed to flow.
I really enjoyed the connection between the two main characters. It was instant and lovely to see play out throughout the book. I thought this book was a good one to introduce me to the author. I think it have an all round view as to the writing style. After this book I know I will be checking out more.

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven series) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven #1)The Girl and the Raven by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Girl and the Raven: A YA Paranormal Romance by Pauline Gruber is a well written YA story. It is so easy to connect with this book and become involved with the story. I thought Lucy was such a relatable character. Even with her newfound gifts she still felt very much like a girl trying to find her place. And that is something every girl can relate to!
This is a new author to me and I was surprised by how refreshing her take on this genre was. I enjoyed every part of this book from the moment I started reading. I would definitely recommend this author and I am looking toward to discovering more of her work.

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The Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Heart of Baker BayThe Heart of Baker Bay by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Heart of Baker’s Bay by Danielle Jacks is a quick and romantic story that I found to be sweet and heartwarming. I thought Jody and Adam were so well suited for each other. They each had their own pasts and experiences that made then slightly reluctant but once they got past the reticence their connection was great.
This isn’t my first book by this author and I always enjoy her stories. They are easy to read with great characters and great storylines. I don’t hesitate to pick up one of her books because I know it will be worth the read. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to more of her work.

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Flash Point: Nite Fire Volume 1 AUDIO BOOK by C. L. Schneider – Review by Kerry Baker

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Flash Point: Nite Fire Volume I Audio book by C.L. Schneider is an exciting and detailed fantasy story that I was pulled into from the start. The opening chapter of this book was so well done, I knew I wouldn’t be able to leave this book without finding out what was going to happen.

I  love all the myriad of characters, it made the book so diverse. And the blending of fantasy and reality was done effortlessly.

The narrator for this book has to be my favourite by far! The enthusiasm and passion that went into her telling of the story was just amazing. I think even if the book hadn’t been exciting she would have made it so.

Everything about this book is absolutely perfect and I cannot wait to start the second.

Manifested Dreams by Dr. Yvonne Johnson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Manifested DreamsManifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Manifested Dreams by Yvonne Johnson is an emotional book about family and their views of what it is like to live in this world. I thought it was so easy to connect with these different people. You could feel the different emotions and experiences with each new letter.
I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I started reading this book but I was moved by each of the journeys. This is a new author to me and I am so glad that I have found her work. This was well written and beautiful to read end I am really looking forward to discovering more by this author.

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Taking Flight (Code of Honor Book 2) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker

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Taking Flight (Code of Honor Book 2)Taking Flight by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Taking Flight by Brooke May is the second book in the Code of Honor series. This is a great story with two fantastic characters that I really fell in love with. I thought they were just right for each other. They had chemistry from the word go and this connection just seemed to keep building.
I always enjoy this authors work. She knows how to develop the book well and keep you interested. This book is no exception. It is easy to get into and is on it this book you can just get lost in. This is a great follow up to book one and I am looking forward to whatever us next.

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