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READY FOR FLYNN, PART 1 (READY FOR FLYNN SERIES) AUDIO BOOK by K.L. SHANDWICK – Review by Kerry Baker

Ready For Flynn Audio Book by K.L. Shandwick is Part 1 in the Ready For Flynn series. This book was such a surprise for me and how emotional I found it. I pretty much went into this book blind and I found myself completely swept up in the story and the journey of Valerie. I completely didn’t expect just how emotional I would find this book. Even as I was listening I knew what was about to happen and yet it still caught me completely off guard.

I thought the book itself was well written and paced perfectly and it was also narrated just right. I could easily picture everything that the author had written and I found myself getting lost in the voice. This is a brilliant book and a great audio book. I would highly recommend it!

Myths & Legends: An Indie Love Anthology – Review by Kerry Baker

Myths & LegendsMyths & Legends by Laura Greenwood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Myths and Legends: An Indie Love Anthology is a collection of stories all based on well known myths and legends. Each book puts a different spin on a well known tale and makes something exciting out of it.
Most of these authors are new authors to me and I found that I enjoyed each and w dry book for different reasons. They all fit really well into the collection but also stood up on their own. Each book was adventurous and fast paced, making it quite a quick anthology to get through. Yet stories were exciting and well written and great to read. This is definitely a collection worth your time.

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Our Wicked Lies by Gledé Browne Kabongo – Review by Kerry Baker

Our Wicked LiesOur Wicked Lies by Glede Browne Kabongo
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Our Wicked Lies: A gripping psychological thriller by Glede Browne Kabongo this book is full of suspense and has a few twists and turns thrown in. I thought the story was well thought out and written in a way that kept your interest right from page one.
I did at times find the characters just a little hard to relate to. I really wanted Alicia to have a little bit more backbone about her although for the most part she was likeable. Her husband I found very hard to connect with. Instead I found there was an instant dislike for him, which could well be exactly what the author intended.
This is an overall enjoyable book and one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Betrayal at the Beach (Dangerous Curves Book 1) by K.L. Montgomery – Review by Kerry Baker

Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery (Dangerous Curves Book 1)Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery by K.L. Montgomery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Betrayal at the Beach: A Cozy Christian Mystery by K.L. Montgomery is the first book in the Dangerous Curves series. This is a fantastic book that is so entertaining from start to finish. It is a little different from what this author has written previously but it has been done so well that you would never realise. The characters are all so interesting and all have the perfect role within the story. I also loved the fact that Sunshine actually felt like a normal person – it was so easy to imagine her and relate to her as though she is someone you would see on the street everyday.
I always enjoy books written by this author and this one is definitely no exception. It is entertaining from start to finish and a great start to a new series. I am already looking forward to book 2!

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Bovine Tricks (Royals Gone Rogue Book 1) by Seelie Kay – Review by Kerry Baker

Bovine TricksBovine Tricks by Seelie Kay
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bovine Tricks by Seelie Kay is the first book in the Royals Gone Rogue series. This book is a little different from others you might have read by this author but it is still well written and highly entertaining. I knew from reading the description that this book would at least be interesting and it certainly was that. The world that the main characters are thrust into is not something you would stumble across in every day life. The author handles that well and has created a great story as a result.
I liked the main characters as well. I thought they had a strong connection and were quite fun to read about. The book was full of suspense and, despite having a slightly different type of content, still had depth to it. This was a great book and certainly worth reading.

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Apocalypse NOPE!! (Queerpocalypse) by Deidre Huesmann – Review by Kerry Baker

Apocalypse NOPE!!Apocalypse NOPE!! by Deidre Huesmann
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Apocalypse NOPE!!! by Deidre Huesmann is a fantastic and entertaining young adult story that has me hooked from page one. I have read other hooks by this author but I think this one might just be my favourite. I really really enjoyed reading about Ivy-Jean. She is such a relatable character and you really can’t help but fall in love with her. And what an adventure she goes on.
The author has created a unique and well written story that really will appeal to most ages. It is fun but also interesting, with a great story and some brilliant characters. I cannot recommend this book highly enough!

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Tapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne – Review by Kerry Baker

Tapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and GunningTapestry of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tapestry Of Worlds, Part Two: Running and Gunning by Hadley Thorne is a brilliant young adult story. This book can be read as a stand-alone although personally I would recommend reading them in order for a better understanding and enjoyment overall.
I found this book to be a well thought out and gripping story. I was pulled into it straight away and soon found myself unable to put the book down. I really felt like I was on the journey with the characters, right there with them experiencing everything they did.
The author has created what I think is quite a unique story. Although I have seen book that mesh magic and technology together I haven’t seen any try to do it in this way before. The book is exciting to read and I would certainly recommend it to any fan of the genre.

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My Sweet GI AUDIO BOOK by T.L Wainwright – Review by Kerry Baker

My Sweet GI Audio Book by T.L. Wainwright is a brilliant historical romance that has such an attention to detail. I loved listening to this book right from the start. The narrator has been picked perfectly for this book. They really captured the accents and the areas so well. Being from the area myself it really helped me picture everything in so much more detail and I felt like I was right there with the main character at all times.

I thought the story was good as well. It was more emotional than I expected it to be and there were a few times that I could have cried for Jenny. Her journey was such a difficult one and yet she was determined to do the best that she could. My only criticism about this book would be that the revelation toward the end seemed a bit far fetched. It feel like the author could have written it in a way that still achieved their goal but also made a little more sense. However this didn’t take away too much from how much I enjoyed this book.

Love by Design (The Meraki Series Book 2) by Effie Kammenou – Review by Kerry Baker

Love by Design (The Meraki series, #2)Love by Design by Effie Kammenou
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love By Design Effie Kammenou is the second book in the Meraki series. This book can be read as a stand-alone but the first book is definitely worth a read in my opinion.
I fell in love with the characters in this book almost instantly. I felt that the author did such a good job of creating that connection between not only them but us as well. They were engaging and so relatable I couldn’t help but get behind their story.
I have read a few books by this author now and I think this one so far is my favourite. There was so much more to it than a generic romance story and it really came alive the more you read. This author always seems to have such an effortless writing style and yet always seems to produce such quality books. I thoroughly enjoyed this whole story and I would highly recommend it.

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Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt Book 2) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Kerry Baker

Murder at Honeybee Lake (Shadow of a Doubt, #2)Murder at Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder At Honeybee Lake by Jessica Aiken-Hall is the second book in the Shadow of a Doubt series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although personally I think it would be best read in order for a full enjoyment.
I thought this book was a great addition to the series. It was gripping and kept me guessing the whole way through. I just had to find out what was going on.
I thought the characters were what made this book. I really connected with them throughout and they are what really held my attention. I got behind them early on and stayed that way from start to finish. This is such a well written and intriguing book that I would highly recommend.

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Everything, Somewhere by David Kummer – Review by Kerry Baker

Everything, SomewhereEverything, Somewhere by David Duane Kummer
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Everything Somewhere by David Kummer is a well written and thought provoking coming of age story. The book is centred around three teens in the verge of adulthood and an actor whose past seems to be chasing him. I thought I was great how the author created a connection between them all, even when it seemed there really couldn’t be anything to connect them. The book really caught my attention and had me looking at things in different ways.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. He takes you on a journey as the reader and it is great to explore everything the characters are feeling. There are some deeper issues covered in the book as well which adds a depth to it to make it more well rounded. This is a well written book and one certainly worth reading.

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Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance (Billionaire Bodyguards Book 4) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Baker

RelentlessRelentless by Via Mari
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Relentless: Dark Billionaire Mafia Romance by Via Mari is the fourth book in the Billionaire Bodyguard series. This is an amazing book – and series – from an author who has easily become one of my must reads. This is yet another book that I was hooked on from the start. It is and exciting story that is fast paced and intense. I loved Layla and Dereck and the fight they had to make things work. Their connection felt so real.
I would recommend reading this series in order so you can experience it as it was intended, and each book is definitely worth it. This is an absolutely fantastic addition to the series and I am already looking forward to whatever comes next.

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THE HUSBAND (21ST Century Courtesan #4) by Pamela DuMond writing as P. S. DuMond – Review by Kerry Baker

HUSBAND (21st Century Courtesan Book 4)HUSBAND by Pamela DuMond
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Husband by P.S. DuMond is the fourth book in the 21st Century Courtesan series. For me this is such a unique and well written series. It is nothing at all what I expected when I first started it but it has grown to be a firm favourite. I really enjoyed every part of this book. The author really kept me on my toes the whole way through and each time I thought I had a full grasp of the story it would be taken in a new direction. I think this book had to be my favourite so far. I really felt like I connected with the main character and experienced all of her emotions. This whole book takes you in such a journey and it is one that I want to take over and over. This is a brilliant book and I cannot recommend this whole series highly enough!

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The Earl and the Peahen (The Scarlet Salon Book 5) by Jean Wilde – Review by Kerry Baker

The Earl and the PeahenThe Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Earl and the Peahen by Jean Wilde is the fifth book in the Scarlet Salon series. This is a brilliant historical romance that really caught my attention from the moment I read the description. This is a stand-alone book so does not have to be read in order to be enjoyed. Out of all the books I have read by this author I think this one is my favourite so far. I really just fell in love with the characters. They were interesting and had a clear connection from the start.
The author did a great job with the writing in the book as well. It was evenly paced and the plot was developed exactly when it needed to be. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book and definitely worth your time.

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Queen Of My Heart (Life Won’t Wait Book 1) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Kerry Baker

Queen Of My Heart (Life Won't Wait Book 1)Queen Of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Queen Of My Heart by Nikki Lynn Barrett is the first book in the Life Won’t Wait series. This is a sweet contemporary romance which some lovely characters right at the heart of it. This whole story has a great feel to it. It is emotional and heartwarming. I found myself wanting to keep reading to discover more of the journey that the characters were going on.
I thought the author did a great job of developing the story at the right pace. Nothing felt rushed or forced, everything felt like it happened naturally. This is a really well written book which such a great pace about it.
As the first book of a new series it is a strong start and has me excited about what else is to come.

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Sure As Hell (Life Is Hell Book 4) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

Sure As Hell (Life is Hell #4)Sure As Hell by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sure As Hell by Naomi Valkyrie is the fourth book in the Life Is Hell series. This is an absolutely brilliant series and this book is just another fantastic addition. I was instantly hooker when I started reading this book and felt like I connected with the characters straight away. By the end of this book I definitely think it had become my favourite one so far.
I love the way this author creates her stories. I find them to be so compelling and really imaginative. Each book has been exciting. Whenever I get a new book by this author I have to read it straight away. I thought this book was amazing and so well written and I am already so excited for whatever comes next.

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Try Right (Aloha Series book 3) by Jill Brashear – Review by Kerry Baker

Try RightTry Right by Jill Brashear
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Try Right: A Friends to Lovers Romance by Jill Brashear is the third book in the Aloha Series. This book can be read as a stand-alone and does not have to be read in order. I thought this is was a sweet and enjoyable read. I liked the fact that it was set in modern times, it gave the whole book a more authentic feel about it. The author has done a great job of making you feel connected to the characters and I really felt like I was behind them the whole way through.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I was impressed with the writing style. It has such a natural flow about it that was really easy to get into. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to discovering more by this author.

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Fake Fiancé (A Second Chance Office Romance) AUDIO BOOK by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

Fake Fiancé: A Second Chance Office Romance Audio Book by Amy McKinley is an entertaining and well written story. It has more going on in the story than your usual romance story that adds a depth it. I thought the mix of characters was really good and while listening to it I got a real sense of each of their different personalities. The way the author has distinguished them is really easy to get behind.

I thought the overall story was great. I like the fact that the book is set in Europe. This for me differentiates it from other books in this genre. My only issue is that the narration was a little hard to follow at times. There needed to be a few more pauses between sentences and paragraphs however it was still easy enough to understand where these breaks fell naturally.

I very much enjoyed this audio book and will definitely check out more of them from this author.

On Viking Seas (The Forerunner, Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Kerry Baker

On Viking Seas (Forerunner, Book #3)On Viking Seas by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

On Viking Seas by Jay Velosa is the third book in the Forerunner Series. This is a historical fantasy story that will take you on an exciting journey. Having read this book I think I would recommend reading this series in order to get a fuller enjoyment however after the first few chapters you can easily pick up what is going on.
I thought this book was very imaginative and descriptive. I felt like I was taking the journey with characters from the way the author wrote the story. It flowed really well and had a great pace about it.
This isn’t the first book that I have read by this author but he is still a relatively new one. I have thoroughly enjoyed this book and I will definitely be going back to read the whole series.

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The Luminara Series: Box Set – Volume 1 (Lussuria – L’amore – Lucca’s Lust) by SJ Molloy – Review by Kerry Baker

The Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria - L'amore -Lucca's LustThe Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria – L’amore -Lucca’s Lust by S.J. Molloy
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Luminara Series: Box Set Volume 1: Lussuria – L’amore – Lucca’s Lust by SJ Molloy is the first 3 book in the Luminara series. These books follow the story of Lucca and Lexi and it is a story you will really find yourself hooked on. There is such a raw and intense connection between Lucca and Lexi, it can felt in absolutely everything. You cannot help but connect with them yourself and feel everything about their journey.
I was a little less taken with the overall story – it was good and I enjoyed it but I didn’t quite connect with it in the same way. I thought it was a great bonus that the third book is Lucca’s POV. I prefer books that are dual POV so to get his was something I really liked. This is an overall great series and I am looking forward to the next ones!

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Revelations (Separate Worlds Book 1) by Izzibella Beau – Review by Kerry Baker

Revelations (Separate Worlds Book 1)Revelations by Izzibella Beau
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Revelations by Izzibella Beau is the first book in the Separate Worlds series. This is an interesting YA Fantasy story with two great characters right at the heart of it. I was drawn into the story from the moment I started reading by the writing style. The author has created an imaginative story and one that I could picture so easily. Zack and Emily just added to this. I wanted to know more about the mystery that seemed to surround them and see where their journey would lead.
This is a relatively new author to me but I already know I will be reading more from her in the future. I enjoy everything about her books and find them exciting to read.
I am looking forward to book 2 already.

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Seductive Prey (Relentless #1) by Vivian Fiano – Review by Kerry Baker

Seductive Prey (Relentless #1)Seductive Prey by Vivian Fiano
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Seductive Prey by Vivian Fiano is the first book in the Relentless Trilogy. This book will absolutely leave you on the edge of your seat and wanting more. Found that I instantly connected with the characters, Grant and Jordan. They worked really well together and were believable right from the start. For me this just added to the story as I felt like I was more engaged with it as a whole.
The author has done a great job of creating a book that will have you hooked from page one as well as desperately waiting for book two. This book does end on a cliffhanger but something tells me it is I’ll be worth it! This is well written and an exciting read, everyone should pick this book up today!

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Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay – Review by Kerry Baker

Spiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part oneSpiteful Punks: dolls and douchebags part one by Madeline Fay
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spiteful Punks by Madeline Fay is the first part of the Dolls and Douchebags series. This is a pretty dark and intense story that really is for the faint hearted. I think It is important to note right from the start that this book could potentially contain triggers for some people so caution before reading is advised. The author has done a great job of creating a dark and twisted world in which the main character has been through so much. This has created a depth to the character that adds another level to the story as a whole. I felt like I was on the edge of my seat for most of this book and I really enjoyed that I was. This is a brilliant story and one I would recommend for anyone who likes this genre.

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Jinxed (Hell on Heels Book 2) by Maggie Adams – Review by Kerry Baker

Jinxed (Hell on Heels, #2)Jinxed by Maggie Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jinxed by Maggie Adams is the second book in the Hell on Heel series. This is a quick read that is highly entertaining from start to finish. This is a fantastic opposites attract story that is fast paced and such a good read. I loved Mitchell and Sadie together but Sadie is easily my favourite character. I thought she was so relatable and engaging.
I haven’t read much by this author b it everything I have read I have thoroughly enjoyed. I am already looking forward to the next book of hers that I read.

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The SEAL’s Temptation (Wounded Hearts Book 7) by Jacquie Biggar – Review by Kerry Baker

The SEAL's Temptation (Wounded Hearts #7)The SEAL’s Temptation by Jacquie Biggar
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The SEALs Temptation by Jacquie Biggar is the seventh book in three Wounded Hearts series. This is a fantastic series and each book can be read as a stand-alone. This is a book that is full of action from start to finish. I was really drawn to Maggie’s character. I thought the author did a great job in portraying her mental state and trying to find a way past it. I loved the relationship she had worn by Frank and her partner. It was interesting to what her interact with them both.
The author knows how to keep you on your toes. The book was full of twists and turns and it was exciting to read to the end. This is a great book and one worth reading today.

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In Plain Sight ( The Broken Bow Book 3) by Ashley A Quinn – Review by Kerry Baker

In Plain Sight (Broken Bow Book #3)In Plain Sight by Ashley A Quinn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In Plain Sight by Ashley A. Quinn is the third book in the Broken Bow series. This is a well written book about two people who are given a second chance in an unexpected way. I thought the book was full of suspense and the whole storyline was well thought out.
I really enjoyed reading about the characters. They had a strong connection right from the start and I enjoyed every interaction between them. You don’t have to read these books in order but I think it is definitely worth doing as they are all so good. This is a fantastic series and I think this has to be my favourite book so far.

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VENGEANCE (THE JOURNALS TRILOGY BOOK TWO) AUDIO BOOK by D.M. EARL – Review by Kerry Baker

Vengeance Audio Book by D.M. Earl is the second book in the Journals Trilogy. This is a series that does need to be read/listened  to in order as it is a continuation of the story. I was really looking forward to getting back into this story, I just had to know how it was going to turn out. I was intrigued to find out if Quinn would be able to go through with any of her ideas. I loved that we got to know all the crew a bit more, they added a little extra something to the story. At times I did find it just a little confusing when it switched POV’s suddenly however the narrator did a great job of portraying the change. I listened to this whole book in what felt like no time at all and, with the way it ended, I am very intrigued as to what is going to come next!

In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series Book 2) by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Kerry Baker

In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety (The Cecily Taylor Series #2)In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Over Her Head: Lights, Camera, Anxiety by Krysten Lindsay Hager is the second book in the Cecily Taylor series. This is a well written YA book that is perfect for the younger fans of romance. I really enjoyed how this book looked at things from the perspective of what happens after the HEA. It’s not often that you get to see that from characters in depth and it was great to be able to revisit these ones.
I thought the story was well written and had a great flow about it. I enjoyed getting to know these characters even more and felt like I was part of Cecily’s journey. This is and overall enjoyable book and definitely worth your time.

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Savage (Ash Park Series Book 10) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Kerry Baker

Savage: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 10)Savage: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Savage by Meghan O’Flynn is the tenth book in the Ash Park series. This is such a strong and exciting series, each book just pulls you in and keeps you hooked until the end. I love picking up a new book in this series as I always know I am going to get a fast paced, action packed adventure and this book is no exception. This was such a turbulent journey – I felt like the author really played with your emotions and pulled you in every direction possible. I honestly could not have guessed at how this was going to turn out and my heart was in throat for most of it. I always think that this series just can’t get any better and then I read the next one. This is a fantastic series and one that I cannot recommend highly enough!

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Wolf’s Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories Book 3) by Suzanna Lynn – Review by Kerry Baker

Wolf's Beautiful Beast (The Untold Stories, #3)Wolf’s Beautiful Beast by Suzanna Lynn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wolf’s Beautiful Beast: The Big Bad Wolf and Red Riding Hood, join Rapunzel to battle a beast bu Suzanna Lynn is the third book in the Untold Stories series. This is a clever and original series that takes classic stories and puts a unique twist on them. I’ve found this whole series to be so exciting so far and this book is no exception. I was pulled straight into the story and the characters, some of which we are already familiar with. The series doesn’t necessarily need to be read in order but I would certainly recommend it for continuity and full enjoyment. This book is a great addition to this series and really added even more to what has already been done. It was well written and packed full of everything you could want. I would certainly recommend this book!

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