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The Eclipse Dancer by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Baker

The Eclipse DancerThe Eclipse Dancer by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Eclipse Dancer by Laura Koerber is a well written and realistic story. This book was nothing at all like I expected when I started reading. It was so much darker and intense that I had thought it would be, but that just made it much more compelling to read. Andy is such a relatable character – trying to come to terms with the death of her mother she takes us on a journey that has her looking back through her past.
This book is a brilliant mix of natural and supernatural. Everything was easy to imagine and it really was such an interesting read. I would definitely recommend reading this book and I would also recommend going into blind, just like I did, so you can be swept away on the journey even more.

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Nightfall by TK Lawyer – Review by Kerry Baker

NightfallNightfall by T.K. Lawyer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Nightfall by TK Lawyer is a well written shifter romance. I enjoyed the fact that with this book we got a slight twist in the usual shifter stories. I think this is the first one I have read where the wolf basically poses as a pet in order to achieve his end goal. I thought I was an interesting way to go about it.
I really enjoyed Josh’s character. I thought he was the exact type of character who makes you want to keep reading. I didn’t connect with Tamara quite as easily but I enjoyed the way they worked together. Overall this I am enjoyable book and one I would recommend to fans of the genre.

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Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection Book 2) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Kerry Baker

Sleeping Angel (Soul Connection, #2)Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sleeping Angel by Nikki Lynn Barrett is the second book in the Soul Connection series. For me this book is even better than the first and had me hooked right from the word go. I loved the story of Logan and Angel, it felt different from anything I had read in a long time. I connected with them and their stories. They each had such a painful past and were both just doing what they could to get past it.
The story was well paced and just perfectly well written. The author just knew what was needed to keep my attention easily. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to see what might come next.

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Life’s a Witch (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 3) AUDIO BOOK by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Kerry Baker

Life’s A Witch Audio Book by Carrie Pulkinen is the third book in the New Orleans Nocturnes series. This is one so the most entertaining series that I have read and this book is no exception. Crimson is one of those characters that is so memorable and entertaining I could listen to this book just for her. She was brilliant when I was reading the book but listening to it she just came alive. I could picture her so much better and felt like you really got to feel her personality. I could so easily imagine everything from her mannerisms to try the way she spoke. For me this audio book was all about her. I am so glad that it is the same narrator for this book as it was was for the previous. She does such a great job of bringing the book to life and really makes it so easy to listen to. This is another brilliant success for one of my new favourite authors.

The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Kerry Baker

The Web of Humanity: A NovelThe Web of Humanity: A Novel by Maria Turchin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Web Of Humanity: A Novel by Maria Turchin is a complex and detail led story that leads you on such a journey that you will be thinking about it for days afterwards. Once I had started this book I just could not put it down. I had no idea at all what to expect when I started it as this is a completely new author to me. What I got was a book so rich in detail and well developed that I got lost in it straight away. Everything about this book, from the storyline to the characters, was done just right. The book felt exciting and original. Even after it had finished I couldn’t stop thinking about it! This is utterly brilliant and I could not recommend it highly enough.

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Twisted Secrets (Deadly Isles Special Ops Series, book 1) AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

Twisted Secrets Audio Book by Amy McKinley is the first book in the Deadly Isles Special Ops series. This is a brilliant book, a strong start to a series and made for brilliant listening. I found myself completely drawn in to the voice of the narrator. I found myself nervous about what was going to happen to the characters and intrigued by everything going on. I felt the emotions they went through and I was really made to feel like I was on the journey with them

The author has done not only a brilliant job in writing this book but also in choosing the narrator. Everything about it worked and really just made the whole experience better. I loved listening to this and I cannot wait to dive into the second book.

Elusive: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 5) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Baker

Elusive (Billionaire Bodyguards #5)Elusive by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Elusive:Dark Millionaire Mafia Romance by Via Mari is the fifth book in the Billionaire Bodyguards series. This is such a brilliant and intense series that somehow just seems to keep getting better. This book had everything going for it – amazing characters, strong chemistry and brilliant writing. It is fast paced and exciting from start to finish. The characters don’t have a typical start to their journey but it is one that hooked me immediately.
Via Mari is an author I only discovered relatively recently but she has easily become one of my go to authors. Whenever I see a book with her name on it I don’t hesitate to give it a go and I am never disappointed. This is a fantastic series and one I would highly recommend!

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Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven Series Book 3) by AJ Renee – Review by Kerry Baker

Cursed Whispers (Broderick Coven, #3)Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Cursed Whispers by A.J. Renee is the third book in the Broderick Coven series. This is a series that seems to just go from strength to strength to strength. So far this book is definitely my favourite of the series. Claudia and Max have such an undeniable chemistry, you can literally feel it on every single page! I was hooked on their story instantly and just had to find out if they would make things work. I also really enjoyed that fact that the book featured a male witch. More often than not I find authors tend to fall into the habit of witches being female and the male being warlocks or wizards. It was refreshing to read a book the decided not to follow this norm.
The story itself was great. It was well thought out and developed just right. The author knew just what to do to keep the story moving at the perfect pace. This is a fantastic book that I would highly recommend – the whole series is definitely with your time!

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CHAMELEON by Zoe Kalo – Review by Kerry Baker

ChameleonChameleon by Zoe Kalo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Chameleon by Zoe Kalo is a YA psychological thriller that really has your head spinning. Right from the start I loved the fact that this book has a darker feeling to it. It wasn’t as light heated and easy reading as other YA book I had read.
The story itself was great. Although a little confusing at times it was well written and had me hooked from the start. I didn’t know what direction it was all going to be taken in so I enjoyed just going along for the ride.
This is the first book that I have tammy wad by this author but it is one I thoroughly enjoyed. I am looking forward to discovering more of this authors work in the future.

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Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor – Review by Kerry Baker

Blue Summer Part OneBlue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blue Summer Part One by Everly Taylor is a fast paced story and exciting. I found it to be a pretty quick read because I got straight into it. I read it all in one sitting because I had to know what was going to happen.
I enjoyed the overall storyline of the book. The idea was good and well thought out. The characters really added to this – especially Lillie. I found her to be engaging and likeable right from the start.
This book does end on a cliffhanger so I will definitely be looking to read book two. But it is well worth your time and thoroughly enjoyable.

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Blood Mug (Red Farlow Mysteries Book 4) by W.F. Ranew – Review by Kerry Baker

Blood Mug (Red Farlow Mysteries: #4)Blood Mug by W.F. Ranew
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blood Mug by W.F. Ranew is the fourth book in the Red Farlow Mysteries Series. This boom can be read as a stand-alone although personally I think reading them in order is best to get a full understanding of the main character.
This a great addition to the series. The book is full of intrigue right from the start. It started off with a bang and the author kept the twists and turns coming. I was instantly curious about what was going on and who was responsible. It was great to get back into reading about Red. He is an interesting character and one I fine easy to fall back into with each new book I read.
As with the other books in the series this one was well written and developed just right from start to finish. The author has created a strong series that is always a pleasure to read more if. This is a book well worth reading and I am excited to see what else might come in the future.

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An Unexpected Bonding (The Unexpected Trilogy Book 1) by Lilly Rayman – Review by Kerry Baker

An Unexpected BondingAn Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An Unexpected Bonding by Lilly Rayman is the first book in The Unexpected Trilogy. This book is a great mix of vampire, werewolves and other mythology that is all woven together intricately to create an interest and original story. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I really enjoyed the way the story was put together. The mix of different fantasy strands worked really well and provided a great balance to the overall story.
I enjoyed reading about the main characters as well. I thought they combination of their personalities was done with ease and I could really feel the connection they had between them. I easily got behind their story and wanted to see what was going to happen. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the moment I started reading and I am looking forward to the next in the series.

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THE DEVOTED FAN (21ST Century Courtesan Book 5) by Pamela DuMond writing as P. S. DuMond – Review by Kerry Baker

THE DEVOTED FANTHE DEVOTED FAN by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Devoted Fan by Pamela DuMond is the fifth book in the 21st Century Courtesan series. I thought this book was a brilliant way to conclude the series. I have become invested right from book one and I thought the author did an amazing job of producing great stories through to the end. From the moment I picked up this book I knew I would be reading it in one sitting. I could not put it down and loved every minute of it.
Each book in this series has been well written and developed perfectly. The author has known exactly what pace has been needed to created a strong series and I think it will be one of those series that lasts. I would certainly recommend it to anyone and it won’t be too long before I read all of these books again!

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Luce Eterna: Part 1 (The Luminara Series Book 5) by SJ Molloy – Review by Kerry Baker

Luce Eterna: Part 1: Book 5, The Luminara SeriesLuce Eterna: Part 1: Book 5, The Luminara Series by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luce Eterna: Part 1: Book 5, The Luminara Series by S.J. Molloy is the next instalment of this fantastic series. This is a series that really needs to be read in order as it follows the same characters all the way through and is a continuation of their story.
This book is every bit as dark and intense as the other books but I think I found this on to be the most emotional. It felt like such a tumultuous rollercoaster and I never felt like I knew where the author was going to take us.
This is easily my favourite series of the year so far. It has been gripping from the moment started reading it and I cannot wait to see how this is all going to end. I am already itching to re-read it all from the start! This series is definitely worth your time.

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The Way to Storey by L. B. Anne – Review by Kerry Baker

The Way to StoreyThe Way to Storey by L.B. Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Way To Storey by L.B. Anne is a great YA book that is imaginative and interesting. For me this whole book is about Luella. I fell in love with her straight away and had to read the book to find out what happened to her. Her journey was such an interesting one and I enjoyed going on it with her.
I thought the story itself was good. It was well written and had a great flow to it. It is the kind of book that would appeal to more than just its intended age range and is one I would certainly recommend.

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Walker Pride (The Walker Family Series Book 1) by Bernadette Marie – Review by Kerry Baker

Walker Pride (The Walker Family, #1)Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Walker Pride by Bernadette Marie is the first book in the Walker Family series. This is a sweet romance story with a bit of mystery thrown in for good measure. I thought this was quite a quick and easy read that took no time to get into. The characters were relatable and engaging. They worked well together and has a strong connection.
At times I did struggle to connect with three story fully. It felt like there could have been a little more depth to it. However it was overall enjoyable and worth the read. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Chased (A Cambridge Men of Honour Novel Book One): A Dark Mafia Bad Boy Romance (Cambridge Men of Honour—Dark Mafia Romances 1) by Felicity Brandon – Review by Kerry Baker

ChasedChased by Felicity Brandon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Chased (A Cambridge Men of Honour Novel Book One): A Dark Mafia Bad Boy Romance (Cambridge men of Honour – Dark Mafia Tomances I) by Felicity Brandon is a dark and gripping tale of opposites colliding in the most unexpected way. For me this whole book was about it the characters and their chemistry. It was absolutely palpable right from the word go. Although Allegra did everything she could to fight it, it was just too strong to deny. This connection is what pulled me in and kept the pages turning.
This is a fantastic book and I am already looking forward to the next in the series.

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Eye of the Storm (A Gray Ghost Novel, book 2) AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

Eye of the Storm Audio Book by Amy McKinley is the second book in the Gray Ghost series. After listening to book one I could not wait to jump straight into this audio book. I was so pleased to hear that it was the same narrator as book one and I found myself drawn straight back into her easy story telling. Again I loved how distinct each of the characters were and how easy it was to visualise everything – even easier than it was when I was reading the series. It is such and exciting book. I had forgotten just how much I enjoyed Chris and Mark’s story. For me they were a couple that worked right from the start and I was behind them all the way. This is a fantastic book and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it.

Broken Circle: A Gray Ghost Novel, Book 1 AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

It Broken Circle Audio Book by Amy McKinley is the first book in the Gray Ghost series. This is an absolutely thrilling story that really throws you right into the middle of it.  Even though I had read the book previously when I was listening to this it was like I was experiencing it for the first time all over again. I almost forgot what had happened as I got lost in the narration of the book. It felt exciting to listen to this book and I thought the narrator did a great job. It was clear who each character was and I found picture then so vividly. I found myself relating a little more to Alex while listening to this book, more so than when I read it. This book is just as good to listen to as it was to read and I cannot wait to listen to the rest of the series!!

My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss Book 1) by Carmen Richter – Review by Kerry Baker

My Lips Are Sealed (Sealed With a Kiss #1)My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

My Lips Are Sealed by Carmen Richter is the first book in the Sealed With A Kiss series. This is a book that is full of emotion and heartbreak right from the word go. It felt like you went on the journey with the character and experienced those emotions right alongside her.
I did think the story could have done with a little more depth to it. The basis was brilliant – boyfriend mysteriously vanished and announced dead, dealing with the aftermath of that. However it felt like at times the story became a little repetitive instead of detailed. I think if a bit of that had been stripped out and a little more flesh added to the story then this would have been fantastic. However it is the first book in a trilogy so it could be that it is just setting everything up for the next two. I will certainly be willing to give them a go!

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Luminoso (The Luminara Series, Book 4) by SJ Molloy – Review by Kerry Baker

Luminoso (Luminara, #4)Luminoso by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luminoso by S.J. Molloy is the fourth book in the Luminara series. This is a series that does need to be read in order as it follows the same characters and is a continuation of their story. For me this series just keeps getting better. Which each new book I am pulled further and further into these characters and their story. This really is a book – and series – that has it all.
This book is such a rollercoaster of emotions. It really is a testament to the author that you feel absolutely everything as you read this book. I am fully invested in this story and cannot wait to see where it will go in the future!

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Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes (Kiss Me Series Book 1) by Danielle Jacks – Review by Kerry Baker

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting WishesDirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dirty Kisses and Conflicting Wishes by Danielle Jacks is the first book in the Kiss Me series. This is an entertaining story that I really got into straight away. I thought that Damien and Zoe worked really well together. Each wanting something from the the other their pairing was unusual to start with but quickly became something so much more.
Once I had started this book I found that I couldn’t put it down. For me this is the kind of book you read in one sitting as it feels like the pages just turn themselves. This is a great start to a new series and I am already looking forward to the second book.

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The Earl’s Scandalous Wager by Wareeze Woodson – Review by Kerry Baker

The Earl's Scandalous WagerThe Earl’s Scandalous Wager by Wareeze Woodson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earls Scandalous Wager Wareeze Woodson is a well written historical romance that caught my attention from the moment I read the description. I love books of this genre and I thought the author did a great job with this book. The main characters had that undeniable chemistry between them, even if they did have a less than conventional start.
I thought the book had a great pave to it. It felt like it was developed naturally, giving it an overall good flow. This is the first book that I have read by this author and I found it to be thoroughly enjoyable. I am looking forward to discovering more books in the future.

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Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart Book 1) by Melody Calder – Review by Kerry Baker

Sexy Drug (Losing My Heart #1)Sexy Drug by Melody Calder
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sexy Drug by Melody Calder is the first book in the Losing My Heart series. This is a gripping story that jumps right into the action from page one. As the first book that I have read by this author I didn’t know what to expect at all and what I got was an exciting story that really captures your attention. I loved Katie and Ramone. You would think that they would have nothing in common at all and yet once you get to know them you see that they are more suited than you could guess. Their connection was obvious and I really enjoyed seeing their relationship develop.
The book was fast paced and thrilling to read. The author has a really strong writing style and it pulled me into the story immediately. This is a fantastic book and I am really looking forward to the next in the series.

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Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna – Review by Kerry Baker

Love UnexpectedLove Unexpected by Marina Hanna
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love Unexpected by Marina Hanna is a brilliant contemporary romance. I found this to be quite a quick and easy book to read, I fell straight into the story and really got behind the characters. The characters were strong and relatable – I thought Jules was so fiesty! It took a little getting to know both of the characters but I liked how their story developed more as it the book went on.
The author has done a great job with the writing too. It is well paced from start to finish and effortlessly pulls you in. If you have already this is definitely a book worth reading.

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Flowers in December AUDIO BOOK by Jane Suen – Review by Kerry Baker

Flowers In December Audio Book by Jane Suen is a quick and gentle story about life after losing a loved one. It had been quite a while since I had read this book so I jumped at the chance to listen to the audio book. The story was as lovely as I remembered it being and I was instantly taken back into the life of Connor, who is learning how to live after his mother had passed away. At 2 1/2 hours listening time this was the perfect book to put on during a relaxing afternoon.

I thought the narrator was perfect for the descriptive part of the story. At those times I found that I could get lost completely in what he were saying. I think it fell down just a little at the dialogue. It came across as a little monotonous at times and almost a little “he said, she said”. However it didn’t really detract from the audio book as a whole and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to it.

Exhale and Move On AUDIO BOOK by K.L. Shandwick – Review by Kerry Baker

Exhale and Move On Audio Book by K.L. Shandwick is a book about finding yourself in life and not being afraid of going after it. I was pulled into this book initially entirely on the narrator alone. He had the kind of voice that I could just listen to all day and it was the absolute perfect pairing for this book and this character! It honestly felt like we were listening to the character himself which made it much easier to connect with him.

I was a little disappointed with the overall story. I struggle to connect with it and at times wondered what the overall point was. I also thought a couple of tiles it was a little predictable. However I also found that I had to know how it all ended so I was clearly invested in the story enough to become that committed to it. I did like how the author created a small crossover between this book and another series she has done. I thought it added a nice touch to it. I think had the book been less about all the different steamy scenes and a bit more about the depth then it would have been perfect. However it was good enough that I would definitely check out more from this author in the future.

Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler – Review by Kerry Baker

Southland Academy for Supernatural YouthSouthland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Southland Academy for Supernatural Youth by Sandra Tentler and Brooke Tentler is a fantastic young adult fantasy story that has some truly great characters right at its centre. This is the first time I can recall reading a mother/daughter author combination and for these two it definitely worked. I thought the whole book was really entertaining. I loved the idea that the kids were trying to live up to these creatures’ expectations in a supernatural way. The whole book had a fun feel about it and I really felt like I engaged with the characters.
This pairing between authors felt natural and the book reflected this in the pace and flow. I really hope we see more from them in the future.

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Date Night by KM Lowe – Review by Kerry Baker

Date NightDate Night by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Date Night by K.M. Lowe is a fantastic quick romantic story about two cynics finding their happiness. This is a nice easy read but also has enough about it to keep you engaged. The main characters have a strong connection between them. I thought it was obvious from the moment they met.
The book itself it well written if a little predictable. However that is exactly what I want from this kind of book. It is perfect for losing yourself in for a few hours on a lazy afternoon. You get swept up by the characters and really can just switch off. I also personally loved the fact that it is based in Scotland! This is a book certainly worth your time.

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Safe Harbor: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 5 AUDIO BOOK by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Baker

Safe Harbour Audio Book by Valerie Davisson is the fifth book in the Logan McKenna series. As a book I had already read I was looking forward to listening to the audio version and I can definitely say I enjoyed it. I did notice a little more with the audio book that, without having read or listened to the previous books in the series, you could miss a few details. It can be a stand-alone but I would highly recommend starting at the beginning to really get all the extra details.

I still love the book – the intricate story and the brilliant characters. I don’t think for me that the story hit home quite as well with it being narrated, it felt like some of the intensity and mystery was lost. However it was easy to picture the events taking place and feel like I engaged with them. This is such a brilliant series and this won’t be the last audio version that I listen to!