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PERFECT ALWAYS by Tricia Copeland – Review by Kerry Baker

Perfect AlwaysPerfect Always by Tricia Copeland
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Perfect Always by Tricia Copeland and a fun and entertaining story that I really enjoyed reading from the moment I picked it up. Chloe is one of those characters that you cannot help but get behind and really engage with. She was strong yet sweet and I liked that she wasn’t afraid to follow her own dreams, even when it meant making difficult decisions.
Tricia Copeland is a great author who really knows how to create consistently good stories. She has a natural writing style that allows the story to flow easily and develop in the best way. I always enjoy reading of her books and this one is no exception!

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John the Baptist: As His Soul Remembers by Stuart Ledwith – Review by Kerry Baker

John the Baptist: As His Soul RemembersJohn the Baptist: As His Soul Remembers by Stuart P. Ledwith
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

John The Baptist: As His Soul Remembers by Stuart Ledwith is an interesting story about a well known religious figure. It felt like quite a good historical retelling of a life so many know already know. I liked how the book has a fact based approach to it as it took away from the “religious” aspect that could have come through.
I really do enjoy the writing style this authors brings to his books. I find it easy to engage with and always find the content to be interesting. It felt like I was learning so much while reading this book and I really enjoyed that. Although not the usual type of book I would choose this was definitely a great book.

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A DEAD MAN SPEAKS (A CLIVE JANUARY MYSTERY BOOK 1) by LISA JONES GENTRY – Review by Kerry Baker

A Dead Man SpeaksA Dead Man Speaks by Lisa Jones Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Dead Man Speaks by Lisa Jones Gentry is the first book in the Clive January Mystery series. This is a fantastic combination of paranormal and mystery that really will keep you on the edge of your seat. I really wasn’t sure what to expect when I picked this book up but I really did enjoy how the story unfolded. I thought the author added such a unique twist on the whole by having the victim play a part in catching his killer.
Given how much we got to know about Clive it really felt like we went through the journey with him. The book felt full of twists and turns that made it exciting to read – it added a level of suspense to it that grabs your attention. As the opening to a new series the author has definitely kicked it off with a bang and having read this book I am looking forward to seeing what else is in store.

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Hero High: Heartbreak Rebellion (Hero High Collections Book 2) by Mina Chara – Review by Kerry Baker

Heartbreak Rebellion (Hero High, #4)Heartbreak Rebellion by Mina Chara
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Hero High: Heartbreak Rebellion by Mina Chara is the second book in the Hero High Collections. This is a brilliant collection of books that will grab your attention and simply not let go. This is books 4-6 in the series so I would definitely recommend reading the others ones first.
I think the author has done an amazing job of creating such a strong and interesting series. Each of the books are great in their own right, resulting in an overall amazing series. The characters are all so well written and you really do engage with them. It is so easy to picture them all as if you are right their alongside them.
Each of the stories in these books kept me interested for different reasons. They are clearly part of the same series but all have a slightly different feel about them. It helped to keep them separate in my mind while also keeping them cohesive and flowing well. This is a brilliant series and if you are a fan of this genre I would high recommend them!

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DEADLY WEAPON (Jake Wolfe Book 5) by Mark Nolan – Review by Kerry Baker

Deadly Weapon (Jake Wolfe #5)Deadly Weapon by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Deadly Weapon by Mark Nolan is the fifth book in the Jake Wolfe series. This book can be read as a standalone although I would recommend reading it in order as it follows the same character throughout and I feel you would miss of a lot of the previous development.
I found this book to be a really intense and thrilling story to read. I instantly got straight back into the character of Jake, almost like I had gone from one book straight into the next. Their new mission is one that is scarily close to home right now but for me I think that just made it all the better. You couldn’t help but draw parallels between the 2. But the credit really does have to go to the author for creating a book that feels so real that it is like you are there with Jake.
This series really is a fantastic one to read. Each book just gets better and better and I am always excited to pick up the next book. I would definitely highly recommend not just this book but the series as a whole!

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Rescued by Valan (The Pirates of Barra: Highland Raiders) by Jennifer Siddoway – Review by Kerry Baker

Rescued by Valan (The Pirates of Barra: Highland Raiders, #2)Rescued by Valan by Jennifer Siddoway
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rescued by Valan by Jennifer SIddoway is the second book in the Pirates of Barra: Highland Raiders series. This is a well written and exciting book with just the right amount of romance to it. This book can be read as a standalone.
Overall I have to say I definitely enjoyed this book. I liked the clear difference in the main characters: the sweet innocence of Bridget and the experience and rawness of Valan. Even though on paper they wouldn’t work at all the author did a good job of them complimenting each other.
The story I found to be engaging and knew how to keep me interested. It definitely felt exciting to read although there were a few times where it felt like it could have done with just a bit more depth. However if you want something that you can lose yourself in for a few hours and have a great time then you should read this book.

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Accepted (Rhodes Family Book 2) by Lisa Wood – Review by Kerry Baker

AcceptedAccepted by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Accepted by Lisa Wood is the second book in the Rhodes Family series. I would recommend reading these books in order as there are small details that will add to your reading experience for sure! This book was a brilliant addition to the series and easily my favourite out of the 2. I loved the characters and the connection they had between them all. It felt so real right from the moment you started reading about them.
I thought the author did a great job of building this story up. The storyline felt like it had a natural progression about it which made for such a smooth reading experience. So far this series has been a great one to read and I am looking forward to seeing what the next book has in store.

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Secure Again (Chase Security Series #2) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Kerry Baker

Secure Again (Chase Security Series Book 2)Secure Again by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secure Again by R.L. Dunn is the second book in the Chase Security series. This book is a fast paced book that is full of twists and turns the whole way through. It has you on the edge of your seat wanting to find out what is going to happen.
The characters are such strong characters that for me they really carried this book. I loved the feisty and strong side you get to see of them and how well that worked with their connection. The story itself felt exciting and like the author really knew how to keep you guessing. It meant that I did struggle to put it down once I had started reading it and finished it in one sitting.
This is a great addition to the series I am looking forward to seeing what is next.

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It Comes From Within (House Valdis Book 2) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

It Comes From Within (House Valdis #2)It Comes From Within by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It Comes From Within by Naomi Valkyrie is the second book in the House Valdis series. This is an incredible book that utterly captivated me from the word go. I love reading about Xenobia. She is such a wonderful character that for me really makes the whole story come alive. I can imagine her so easily and it really feels like I am right there with her.
I would recommend reading this series in order so you can fully understand what is going on although also because they are such fantastic books. The author has written brilliantly original books that are so well developed and thought out that you won’t be able to stop reading them once you have started. There is a bit of everything in there so it really tantalises all of the sense.
I absolutely loved this book from start to finish and I am already eagerly awaiting to see what might be next – in the meantime I might have to re-read the whole series again.

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DEVIL’S CLAW (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 3) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Baker

Devil's Claw: Logan Book 3 (The Logan McKenna Series)Devil’s Claw: Logan Book 3 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Devil’s Claw by Valerie Davisson is the third book in the Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller series. This book can be read as a standalone although it follows the same character so you might want to read the previous 2 first to get the overall build up.
This book is a great addition to the series and just as fast paced and exciting as the other two. The story is complex and interesting and you are drawn into it from the very beginning. I found myself flying through the book, desperate to find out what was going on and what was going to happen.
I loved getting back into the character of Logan. It is always so easy to become engaged with this character again which I think is partly why this series is such a good one. This book has left me just wanting more of them and I cannot wait to see what else is to come.

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The Perfect Outcast by Melissa O. Hansen – Review by Kerry Baker

The Perfect OutcastThe Perfect Outcast by Melissa Ott Hansen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Perfect Outcast by Melissa O. Hansen is a young adult story set in a dystopian world that is different to any world you have experienced. This is an interesting story that will really get you thinking and re-evaluate what you class as “perfect”.
The description of this book caught my eye immediately. I knew I wanted to know more about this world and the supposedly imperfect Alina. From the moment I started reading I was transported into a world where things couldn’t be more different than we experience ourselves day to day.
As the story progresses you are really drawn into examining the perspective of perfect. The fact that it is done in the way the author has written it as well just makes it all the better. Although a lot of the basic themes of the book aren’t unique I thought the overall premise and the way it was written definitely was! This was a fantastic book and one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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True Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel Book 4) by India Kells – Review by Kerry Baker

True Bastard (A Dark Sparrow Novel #4)True Bastard by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

True Bastard by India Kells is a Dark Sparrow Novel. This is a fantastic book that will have you hooked from start to finish. It is a gripping story that is exciting to read and really makes you root for the characters.
India Kells is an author that really knows how to create an intense book. But for me at the heart of all of her books are the characters. And these two are no different. I loved reading about Liam and Catriona. They were so different on the face of it however they fit together so well. They complimented each other. I got behind the two of the instantly and knew I was going to love their story.
This book is just as good as the previous ones I have read and with the way it ended I am so excited to read the next book in the series. This is a brilliant book and one I would highly recommend.

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Remember My Name (Remember My Name Series Book 1) by Laurencia Hoffman – Review by Kerry Baker

Remember My NameRemember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Remember My Name by Laurencia Hoffman is the first book in the Remember My Name series. This is a dark and emotional story that really draws you in. What I got when I started reading this book is not what I expected when I first picked it up. I expected the story to be a little dark and to really take me on a journey however I didn’t expect it to be so full of emotions. I was very pleasantly surprised by this.
The story has been built up well from the beginning. It has a great pace to it that keeps you, as the reader, engaged in what is happening. It was easy to imagine the story as the author does a great job of making you feel like you are right in the story with the characters.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it has definitely caught my attention. I am looking forward to reading more in the future.

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Road Tripped (Satan’s Devils MC Utah #1) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kerry Baker

Road Tripped (Satan's Devils MC Utah #1)Road Tripped by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Road Tripped by Manda Mellett is the first book in the Satan’s Devils MC Utah series. This is a spinoff from her original series so although it can be read as a standalone you might want to consider reading some in the other series.
Manda Mellett is one of those authors that I never question any more – every book of hers I pick up I know to expect the best because she delivers each and every time. This book is yet another brilliant read. It is an exciting start to this new chapter of her amazing MC series and it didn’t take any time at all before I was flying through the pages.
Everytime I read one of these books I can’t see how the author could do any better and yet with each new book I read she somehow manages to. This is clear from how strong this whole series is, and continues to be. If you haven’t done so already I would highly recommend you giving them a try as they are definitely worth your time.

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I’ll See You Again: A Scottish rock star, standalone opposites-attract romance (Reigning Hearts Book 4) by K.G. Fletcher – Review by Kerry Baker

I'll See You Again (Reigning Hearts, #4)I’ll See You Again by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’ll See You Again: A Scottish Rock Star, standalone apooposites-attract romance by K.G. Fletcher is the fourth book in the Reigning Hearts series. This book is every bit as good as the previous books with strong characters and a brilliant story line.
I always love to pick up a book that has characters in from Scotland or England, as being from the UK myself I always tend to feel connected to them that much quicker. Nicky and Mac were one of those couples that instantly you can’t help but love. They were both interesting already and their meeting just added to the depth you could already feel with them.
I liked the story that went with these two. It felt like there was more to it than just what you got at face value, which for me is what a book should be like. I was engaged with the story from the word go and could have definitely kept reading long after I put the book down. This is yet another amazing book by an author who is quickly becoming one of my favourites.

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HIGH FLYER (Verdant String) by Michelle Diener – Review by Kerry Baker

High Flyer (Verdant String, #4)High Flyer by Michelle Diener
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

High Flyer (Verdant String) by Michelle Diener is an exciting and fast paced sci-fi novel that will completely capture your attention from start to finish. This is a unique and action packed book that was even better than I had expected it to be. This is the first book that I have ready by this author and it completely surpassed the expectations I had from reading the description. I straight away knew I wanted to see how the story of Hana and Iver developed and what direction this book would take.
The overall story I found to be really exciting. This is a genre that I think has definitely been saturated so to find a book like this – that stands out so much – is rare and definitely so great to find. I was hooked by the story and really couldn’t wait to find out what was going on.
This is an amazing book and I cannot wait to see what else this author has to offer.

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Just One Song (Just One… Book 2) by Lynn Stevens – Review by Kerry Baker

Just One SongJust One Song by Lynn Stevens
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just One Song by Lynn Stevens is the second book in the Just One Series. This is a story all about second chances and finding romance even when it doesn’t seem like you will.
Cami and Dylan and such loveable characters. They each have their flaws and yet they both just seem to work together so well. You can feel the emotions between them and the connection that they share. The author has done a great job of making them relatable and engaging.
The overall story is enjoyable as well. It was a fairly easy book to read but one of those you could easily get lost in for a few hours. The story was well developed and had a great host of supporting characters throughout. It added to the book and made it all the better. This is a good book and certainly worth reading.

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Accountability (Scope of Practice Book 3) by Jessica Aiken-Hall – Review by Kerry Baker

Accountability (Scope of Practice #3)Accountability by Jessica Aiken-Hall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Accountability by Jessica Aiken-Hall is the third book in the Scope of Practice series. You should really read these books in order so that you get the full character build up. This book was just as good as the previous 2. The author has done an amazing job of carrying this story forward. I was hooked pretty instantly and could not put this book down until I had finished.
I was completely engaged with the main character again. Her journey has been so compelling throughout and I was glad we got to see more of her. This has easily been the best book so far and although it felt like it was tied up quite nicely I really hope we get to see more of from this character in the future. This is a thrilling and fast paced series that I would highly recommend.

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Drifting, Falling: Diary of a Call Girl Suicide by A.J. Ullman – Review by Kerry Baker

Drifting, Falling -- Diary of a Call Girl SuicideDrifting, Falling — Diary of a Call Girl Suicide by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Drifting Falling: Dairy of a Call Girl Suicide by AJ Ullman is a deep and thought provoking story that follows a young girl on a difficult and emotional journey. She has been through so much in her life and you could really feel that fight in her that is what got her through the things she had experience. While you might not be able to relate to the exact thing she has been through it was so easy to connect with Ripley. I felt the emotions and her pain on each page of the book which really added so much more to the story.
This is the kind of book that leaves you thinking about it well after it has ended. I thought that I was a powerful story and on that everyone should read.

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Enchanted Passion (The Protectors Series Book 4) by Toya Richardson – Review by Kerry Baker

Enchanted Passion The Protectors Series Book 4Enchanted Passion The Protectors Series Book 4 by Toya Richardson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Enchanted Passion by Toya Richardson is the fourth book in the Protector series. This is a fast paced and exciting book that really keeps you turning the pages. The characters are really interesting to read about and the connection between them that is so strong. You really engage with them while reading the book.
I enjoyed the overall story as well. I thought it was exciting and really kept the momentum going throughout the whole book. It is a strong addition to the series and a book I very much enjoyed. If you like paranormal romance then this is definitely a series for you.

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Build-A-Book Workshop (The Literary Handyman Book 2) by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Kerry Baker

Build-A-Book WorkshopBuild-A-Book Workshop by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Build-A-Book Workshop by Danielle Ackley-McPhail is the second book in the Literary Handyman series. This is a great book for anyone who is looking to start the self-publishing journey and needs that helping hand to get them started. The author has done a great job of laying out how to look at the formatting and design of the book so that it will attract attention.
It is more relatable as a guide as the author is able to offer insight and suggestions based on her own experiences which makes it more relevant to those in the same position. I think it helps to show that those at the start of the process that is possible to get to where you want to be and will help to give them the extra motivation they might need. This book is definitely worth a read if you are about to self-publish your own work.

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Distant Heart Sounds (Nurse Morgan Series Book 1) by Kate MacInnis – Review by Kerry Baker

Distant Heart SoundsDistant Heart Sounds by Kate MacInnis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Distant Heart Sounds by Kate MacInnes is the first book in the Nurse Morgan series. This is a unique and exciting story that will leave you wanting more of the characters even after the last page. This is the first book that I have read by this author but I can say for certain it will not be the last. I loved her writing style and how entertaining the whole book was.
The characters are what really made this book though. They were so relatable that I connected with them immediately. One of the things that made this book so original is Morgan and her outlook on everything and the way in which you see that develop over the course of the book.
This was an amazing book that was really well written. It is entertaining and engaging from start to finish. I would highly recommend this book!

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EverMarked by AJ Eversley – Review by Kerry Baker

EverMarkedEverMarked by A.J. Eversley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

EverMarked by AJ Eversley is an interesting and unique book that really caught my attention from the word go. I was pulled into this story and the lives of the characters so easily it felt like I could have been reading the book for more than I had. I found myself engaging with the characters quickly and really connecting with the story itself.
I thought the book was well written. It was well paced and exciting at the same time. I wanted to know what was going on and to know more about the deeper story. It felt at times like the pages were just turning themselves I was reading so quickly.
This was a brilliant book that I very much enjoyed and I would recommend this to any fan of the genre!

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House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

House Valdis Origins: Xenobia (House Valdis, #0)House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

House Valdis Origins: Xenobia by Namio Valkyrie is a prequel to the Rise of House Valdis. This is an amazing short story that transports you right back into the gritty world you have already been introduced to. I loved the insight it gave us into Xen and where she came from. And I loved the fact that the author knew exactly how much we needed from this story and how much needed to be held back for the rest of the series.
This book is just brilliant. I was thinking about it long after I had finished reading it and it has just whet my appetite even more for the next book in the series. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.

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Lucky at Love (Some guys just never give up) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

Lucky at Love: Some Guys Just Never Give Up...Lucky at Love: Some Guys Just Never Give Up… by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Lucky At Love: Some Guys Just Never Give Up by Cynthia Hamilton is a unique take on the view people have of love and relationships and what constitutes a success. It was interesting to read a book with this perspective as it isn’t something you see everyday. It was not what I expected from it going in which was a pleasant surprise.
At times I did find the writing a bit slow in pace. There were times when I felt the author could have sped up the story a bit or added a little something extra to it. However the overall story was enjoyable and I found myself wanting to know what was going to happen. This was a good book and certainly worth a read.

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Finders Reapers: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy (New Orleans Nocturnes Book 4) by Carrie Pulkinen – Review by Kerry Baker

Finders Reapers (New Orleans Nocturnes, #4)Finders Reapers by Carrie Pulkinen
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Finders Reapers: A Paranormal Romantic Comedy by Carrie Pulkinen is the fourth book in the New Orleans Nocturnes series. This is a brilliant series and each book that comes along just seems to get better and better.
Right from the start I found this book to be highly entertaining! I loved the main characters and the chemistry between them. It felt like such fun between them and it is what kept me reading this book with rapt attention. As usual the author has written an amazing book. It had a bit of everything in that you could want and was one of those books that I could not put down.
I would highly recommend this whole series and I can’t wait to see what else this author will produce.

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Shattered: Rhodes Family Book 1 by Lisa Wood – Review by Kerry Baker

ShatteredShattered by Lisa Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Shattered by Lisa Woods is the first book in the Rhodes Family series. This is a great start to this series as it introduces you to the family and to the authors way of writing. I enjoyed reading about the characters of Gabe and Olivia. You could tell they had a strong connection between them which drew me in to their story.
I liked the way the author wrote about them too. It didn’t feel like your typical romance story it actually felt like that was a deeper story happening. I became invested in the characters and I enjoyed the secondary characters introduced, especially those we might get to read about in future books.
This is overall a great book and a strong way to start a new series. I am looking forward to what else is to come.

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Rose by Any Other Name (The Sisters, Texas Series, Book 10) by Becki Willis – Review by Kerry Baker

Rose by Any Other Name (The Sisters, Texas #10)Rose by Any Other Name by Becki Willis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rose by Any Other Name by Becki Willis is the tenth book in The Sisters, Texas Mystery series. This book can be read as a stand-alone.
As the first book I have read by this author it definitely gave me a great introduction to her work. The book was intriguing and entertaining in equal measure. It was really easy to understand, despite me having not read any of the previous books in the series. I thought the whole book was well paced and competently constructed.
The characters worked well together – clearly the result of having been built up over many books. I enjoyed reading about them and can easily see how you would build up a sort of relationship with them if you have been reading from the start.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and will certainly look to read the rest of the series.

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Composed (An Ash Park Novel Book 8) by Meghan O’Flynn – Review by Kerry Baker

Composed: An Ash Park Novel (Volume 8)Composed: An Ash Park Novel by Meghan O’Flynn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Composed by Meghan O’Flynn is the eighth book in the Ash Park series. This is quite a dark and thrilling series that really knows how to keep you coming back for more. I usually struggle a bit with a series when it starts getting into this number of books. However I have to say that this is my favourite book of the series so far. It really felt like you were getting to see even more into the main character than previously which is impressive for so far down the line.
I loved the story line to this book as well. It felt gritty and exciting. I was hooked almost instantly. It was full of suspense and intrigue, and that was before the chief of police was abducted. The really felt like the pages were just turning themselves and I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen.
This is a brilliant book and an amazing series. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

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Solstice Shadows: A VanOps Thriller by Avanti Centrae – Review by Kerry Baker

Solstice Shadows (VanOps, #2)Solstice Shadows by Avanti Centrae
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Solstice Shadows: A VanOps Thriller by Avanti Centrae is a fast paced book that will keep you turning the pages. This book is the second book of the series however it can be read as a standalone. Personally I would advise readying them in order just so you get that background and build up before this story, although it is not a requirement.
I thought the book was quite fast paced and exciting. I expected it to be a little dense and confusing given the high-tech theme but it was a pleasant surprise to find that it wasn’t like that at all. I found it to be very easy to understand and a good book to get into.
The characters were interesting and I found myself rooting for them throughout the story. IT was well paced and the author did a great job of layering the story so it built up gradually and kept you interested. This was a great book and one I would certainly recommend.

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