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Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel Book 2) by India Kells – Review by Kerry Baker

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Urban Justice (A Chicago Vigilantes Novel #2)Urban Justice by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Urban Justice by India Kells is the second book in the Chicago Vigilantes series. This is a fantastic follow up to the first book and was just as gripping a read! The book was intense and fast paced from start to finish. This is the type of book that you just have to read in one go because you just can’t put it down. At times it honestly felt like the pages just turned themselves.
It was great to get back to these characters and their stories. They are intriguing and work so well together. It was brilliant to see their relationship developing throughout this story.
India Kells has become one of those authors that I don’t question whether or not to get the book it is just a given that I will. She has an excellent writing style that really engages you as the reader. This is a fantastic series and one I would highly recommend.

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

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The Sound of SilenceThe Sound of Silence by Dakota Willink
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Sound of Silence (Leave Me Breathless) by Dakota Willink is a dark and emotional story that has you hooked on the characters. It has to be noted that this book does contain domestic violence so if this is a trigger for you then you should be aware.
I was completely sucked in by this story from the start. For me it had an intensity about it that caught my attention and became the backbone of the book. I really loved the main characters and the connection they forged despite everything.
This is the first book that I have read by this author but I enjoyed the writing style and pace she brought to the book. I thought everything was developed well and the story moved along at all the right times. This was a great book and one I enjoyed even more then I expected I would. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.

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Gianluca (Marini Family Romance Book 1) by Isabella Cassazza – Review by Kerry Baker

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Gianluca (Marini Family #1)Gianluca by Isabella Cassazza
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gianluca: A stand-alone enemies-to-lovers office romance by Isabella Cassazza is the first book in the Marini Family Romance series. This is a book that is all about the characters and the connection they have. The chemistry between them was undeniable, you can feel it on every page. I really thought they were engaging and drew you full attention to them.
The story was entertaining and quite fast paced, I found myself turning the pages quickly as I read more and more. It was written and had a great development line throughout. This is definitely a great book to read and it is one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Love Heels!: The TV news business can be murder (PJ Santini Series Book Three) by Lynne Russell – Review by Kerry Baker

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Love Heels! The TV news business can be murderLove Heels! The TV news business can be murder by Lynne Russell
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love Heels: The TV News business can be murder by Lynne Russell is the third book in the PJ Santini series. This series can be read out of order as the stories are all stand-alone however since they follow the same character I would recommend reading them in order to get the full background and build up.
This book has got to be my favourite in the series so far!!! It is so entertaining right from the word go. I loved delving back into this character, she is always so much fun. And yet at the same time the story is always so interesting and well developed. It is fast paced and really attention grabbing, it had me on the edge of my seat a few times.
This whole series has been amazing so far and I am already looking forward to whatever else this author produces!!!

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All I Want for Christmas by Vivian Fiano – Review by Kerry Baker

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All I Want for ChristmasAll I Want for Christmas by Vivian Fiano
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

All I Want For Christmas: Military Romance Shirt Story by Vivian Fiano is a sweet holiday romance that will definitely get you in the Christmas spirit. It is a short, quick story that is great for just getting lost in for a few hours as you read about these characters and their highs and lows. This is a nice easy book to read and for me was a great introduction to this author. It has an easy flow to the writing style and, although short, it was well developed and had a great narrative flow about it. I thought the characters were easy to connect with and I found myself wanting them to get their happily ever after. This was an enjoyable story and a great way to spend a lazy afternoon.

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Starvation by Molly Fennig – Review by Kerry Baker

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StarvationStarvation by Molly Fennig
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Starvation by Molly Fennig is a book that will completely take over your senses and leave you reeling page after page after page. It is dark and emotional and feels so real it is genuinely frightening at times. Why? Because it speaks about subject that is so emotional and yet happens every day without people realising. The author delves into a world that is foreign to a lot of us and yet so true so many more. The fact that it is told from the POV of a teenage boy just creates a bigger impact and a more lasting impression.
For me this book stayed with me long after I had finished reading it. I felt so connected to Wes and his journey. This book is so emotional and really pushes you as the readers to think beyond what you would normally see. This was a well written book that was crafted perfectly. I would highly recommend this book to absolutely everyone!

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HUNTED (HUNTED series Book 1) by Sarah Biglow & Molly Zenk – Review by Kerry Baker

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HuntedHunted by Sarah Biglow
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hunted by Sarah Biglow and Molly Zenk is a collaboration between two fantastic authors which has resulted in a great fantasy story that will really grab your attention. I loved the combination of fantasy and geek with the LARP storyline, it isn’t something I recall seeing before but I definitely enjoyed the way they were brought together in this book.
The characters were strong and really connected well. Their worlds were completely adverse to one another and yet the way they tried to make something work was great to see.
I have read both of these authors previously and I loved the fact that they have combined their talents to produce this gem. This is a thoroughly enjoyable book and I hope to see more of them together in the future.

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Lies That Bind (Logan McKenna Series Book 6) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Lies That Bind (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 6)Lies That Bind by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Lies that Bind by Valerie Davisson is the sixth book in the Logan McKenna mystery series. This book could be read on its own however I would say that ideally you should read them in order as the series follows the same characters. Reading them out of order would, for me, lose a lot of the build up and fantastic character development.
This series honestly just keeps getting better and better. Each time I read a book I think that surely the author can’t beat it and yet each time she does just that. I loved the intrigue and the classic tale you get with this book. It was a gripping story and I found the whole book to be edgy and exciting.
I love getting back into Logan and her life each time with these books. I don’t think I could ever get bored of her character! The author really has done an amazing job of creating lasting connections with the characters and this book just highlights that even more.
The Lies That Bind has to be my favourite of the series so far and I am really hoping we get to see more from this series.

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Unwrapped by Evelyn Sola – Review by Kerry Baker

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UnwrappedUnwrapped by Evelyn Sola
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Unwrapped by Evelyn Sola is a quick, festive story that keep you entertained from start to finish. This is a nice easy read that is perfect for one of those lazy afternoons. I thought the story was quite fun and well paced. It was easy to get loaf in the pages.
I did find that there was a bit of disconnect with the characters. I would have liked to have got to know them a little bit more.
However then worked well together and had a connection between them that was obvious.
This is an overall enjoyable story that is certainly worth reading.

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The Bullet Theory (Dr. Nolan Mills Book 1) by Sonya Jesus – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Bullet Theory (Dr. Nolan Mills, #1)The Bullet Theory by Sonya Jesus
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Bullet Theory by Sonya Jesus is a fantastic thriller that will have you turning the pages as quickly as possible to find out what will happen. This book is different to the ones I have read previously by this author and I have to say I think it is my favourite! I thought it was really exciting and fast paced and I couldn’t wait to find out how it was all going to play out.
I loved the main character. Her resolve and determination really came through and for me it made her one of the more interesting characters I have read about this year. The author did a Gera job of bringing her to life!
This is an exciting book and I am really looking forward to seeing what the author does next.

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High Heels And Mistletoe (Kisses Under The Mistletoe) by C.A. King, USA Today Bestselling Author – Review by Kerry Baker

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High Heels And MistletoeHigh Heels And Mistletoe by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

High Heels and Mistletoe by C.A. King is a brilliant take on a holiday romance by on of my favourite authors. This book is completely different from everything I have read by this author previously and I absolutely loved it!! I think it has to be one of my favourites by far.
The story is sweet and entertaining, more than once I found myself chuckling at what was happening on the pages in front of me.
I loved the interaction between the main characters. They had such a chemistry and was evident right from the word go. I was instantly invested in their story and really wanted them to find their happy ending. The story itself was entertaining and well developed. This is the kind of book that you have to read in one sitting because you lose yourself so easily in the story. I would highly recommend this book to anyone!

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Dreaming of Christmas: 5 complete, sweet holiday romances by Joanne Dannon – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dreaming of ChristmasDreaming of Christmas by Joanne Dannon
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dreaming of Christmas: 5 complete, sweet holiday romances by Joanne Dannon is a great collection of holiday romances that are sure to get you in the festive spirit. These are all sweet, heartwarming stories that will have you believe in the magic of Christmas for sure. They are nice easy reads meaning they are easy to pass away an afternoon or two getting lost in the great characters.
These are the first books that I have read by this author I enjoyed the pacing of the books. They were well developed and all had a different enough storyline that you couldn’t get them mixed up. I enjoyed each of the characters as well – they all seemed to work so well together and I definitely found myself invested in each of the couples. This was a really good collection and I would recommend it for sure.

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Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie: A Gripping Thriller (Jake Wolfe Book 1) by Mark Nolan – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dead Lawyers Don't Lie (Jake Wolfe, #1)Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Lawyers Don’t Lie by Mark Nolan is the first book in the Jake Wolfe series. This is an amazing start to what is an incredible series and will really capture your attention from start to finish.
This book is absolutely gripping and exciting to read. I found it to be fast paced and I really could not turn the pages fast enough.
I loved the main character – he was such an interesting person and really made the book all the better. I became really invested in his story and had to read more to find out what would happen.
The is such a strong start to a series and I cannot recommend it highly enough. If you have don’t so already buy this book today!

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At Last (The Adams Brothers BOOK 1) by Mindy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

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At Last: Adams Brothers: Book 1At Last: Adams Brothers: Book 1 by Mindy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

At Last by Mindy McKinley is the first book in the Adams Brothers series. This is a well written and interesting story with some fantastic characters. It is such a relatable story and is one you just won’t be able to out down.
I loved the main characters in this book. They had such a great chemistry between them and you could feel the heat each time they were together. I found them to be so engaging and so easy to get behind.
The overall story was interesting – it was funny and entertaining but also had more emotion behind it than I expected. The author really created a story that draws you in and keeps you attention from start to finish. This was a brilliant book and has really made me excited for the rest of the series.

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The Dog Thief and Other Stories by Jill Kearney – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Dog Thief and Other StoriesThe Dog Thief and Other Stories by Jill Kearney
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Dog Thief and Other Stories by Jill Kearney is a collection of stories about the relationship between humans and dogs. It is a heartwarming and beautiful book that really illustrates how strong the connection between the two is.
There was such a variety of characters in this book that it was so easy to find at least one to connect with – although if you are anything like me I saw myself reflected back in a few of them.
I really enjoyed the authors writing style. It was imaginative and detailed and really draws you into the book. This is a great collection of stories and one I enjoyed more than I expected. I would certainly recommend this book.

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters Book 4) by Martin Ferguson – Review By Kerry Baker

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Blood of the Dragon (Relic Hunters, #4)Blood of the Dragon by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blood of the Dragon by Martin Ferguson is the fourth book in the Relic Hunters series. This is a series I think would need to be read in order for you to have a full understanding and appreciation of the characters.
This book is a great addition to the series and I think in it has to be my favourite so far. It is action packed from start to finish and I had to read this all in one go.
This author has created a series that, while aimed at the YA audience, is easy for all ages to connect with and enjoy. Each book is interesting and different from the last so you get a full exciting new story each time with the same engaging characters. This is a great series and a fantastic book. I would definitely say go read it today.

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The Devil’s Day (The Lucky Devil Series Book 3) by Megan Mackie – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Devil's DayThe Devil’s Day by Megan Mackie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Devil’s Day by Megan Mackie is the third book in the Lucky Devil’s series. Personally I would recommend reading this series in order as it follows the same characters and is a continuation of their story.
This series honestly just keeps getting better and better! Each book I read instantly becomes me favourite one until I pick up the next. It takes no effort at all to fall back into the story and the characters that you come to love so much.
This book is exciting and fast paced. It feels like there is something happening on every single page and I just couldn’t read it fast enough. I hadn’t heard of this author before this series but now she easily falls into one of my favourites. If I see a book with her name on it I wouldn’t hesitate to one click immediately. This is a fantastic book that you should read today!

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The First Noel: A Tale of Friendship by Clare Johnson – Review by Kerry Baker

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The First Noel A Tale of FriendshipThe First Noel A Tale of Friendship by Clare Johnson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The First Noel: A Tale of Friendship by Clare Johnson is a heartwarming and beautiful story agony friendship in the face of adversity. It is a lovely retelling and comes with some stunning pictures to illustrate the words the author has penned. This felt like such a lovely family story, one that I would happily read to my daughter and is one that I picture reading each year around Christmas as a new tradition.
I Think having the pictures there really helped to keep my little one interested as well – she kept pointing out different things and commenting as we went along. Reading it for myself I found it to be sweet story that I could really get behind. This is a well written book and it is certainly worth your time.

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City Without A Sun (Vampire State Book 2) by Alexander Charalambides – Review by Kerry Baker

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City Without A Sun (Vampire State, #2)City Without A Sun by Alexander Charalambides
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

City Without A Sun by Alexander Charalambides is the second book in the Vanpire State series. I wouod definitely suggest reading these books in order as it is a continuation of the story.
This book is as exciting and fast paced as the first book. It has such an interesting and compelling story that I was hooked right from the word go. I loved the way this story developed, there was always something going on and it felt like the author really pushed the characters to their limits. I couldn’t put this book down once I started it as I just had to know what was going to happen.
This series is the first time I have read this author and I love the way he creates such an attention grabbing story. I am definitely looking forward to what else is to come with this series and to looking into more of his work.

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Grumbler’s Ride (Satan’s Devils MC San Diego #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Kerry Baker

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Grumbler's Ride (Satan's Devils MC San Diego #2)Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Grumbler’s Ride by Manda Mellett is the second book in the Satan’s Devils MC San Diego. This series does not need to be read in order however I would highly recommend redding them all as they are just that good!
As usual this book is an absolutely fantastic addition to what is already an amazing series. I was instantly hooked on this book as soon as I started reading. I liked that the author chose to do a story about an older couple. It isn’t something you see all that often and she did it so well that I still found myself connecting with the characters.
This book is just as exciting and thrilling as the others and I loved every minute of reading it. I cannot recommend this series highly enough – do yourself a favour and start reading it today!!!

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Scepter of Flint (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 3) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Baker

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Scepter of FlintScepter of Flint by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sceptre of Flint by N.L. Holmes is the third book in the Lord Hani Mystery series. This book is every bit as interesting and detailed as the other books in the series and really will draw you into its pages.
With this book you are taken back into Lord Hani and his family and it really is like slipping back into a book you are part way through. It doesn’t ever feel like you have left these characters behind. The story was as well developed and complex as I have come to expect and was just as enjoyable as all the others.
If you enjoy historical fiction then I would definitely recommend this series to you. It is evident that the author has out a lot of effort into creating a historically accurate story and it certainly pays off. This is a brilliant book and an overall brilliant series.

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The North Wind Descends (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 4) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Baker

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The North Wind DescendsThe North Wind Descends by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The North Wind Descends by N.L. Holmes is the fourth book in the Lord Hani Mystery series. You don’t have to read this book in order however I would advise doing so as it follows the same character.
This book is a great addition to the series and it was so easy to fall straight back into it as if it never left off. These books are always so well written and detailed you can’t help but get pulled into the story. This book was exactly what I have come to expect from this author and it was thoroughly enjoyable. It is so interesting to see the main character navigate the Sistine he finds himself in. I couldn’t wait to see how things would progress. This was a brilliant book and I would highly recommend the series.

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Murder Makes Waves (Jack and Frances mysteries Book 3) by Carmen Radtke – Review by Kerry Baker

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Murder Makes Waves (Jack and Frances mysteries, #3)Murder Makes Waves by Carmen Radtke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder Makes Waves: A Cozy Jack and Frances mystery by Carmen Radtke is the third book in the Jack and Frances mystery series. This book can be read as a stand-alone. This book reminded me of a good old fashioned mystery story and was made even more exciting by the fact that it is set in the 1930’s. The author does a great job of creating a vivid picture of that time.
Although I haven’t read any of the other books in the series I found it really easy to connect with the characters. They were easy to relate to and added depth to the story. The overall story was intriguing and definitely kept me guessing right to the end. This is a great book and one I would definitely recommend.

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The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set - Book 1-3 + NovellaThe Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Book 1-3 + Novella by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Sanctuary Chronicles Box Set – Books 1-3+ Novella by India Kells is a brilliant collection of books in the Sanctuary Chronicles series. It is a series of amazing fantasy stories that you will absolutely not want to put down. This is one of those series that will grab your attention and hold on tight, making you turn the pages faster and faster to find out what is going on.
Each of these books is exciting and fast paced with some of the best characters I have read about in ages. The author has created a world that will leave you wanting more because of how good it is. Each of the stories has a little bit of everything you could want from a book of this genre and the fact that they are so well written is the added bonus! I cannot recommend this series enough, it is one you need to buy today!

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No Rest for the Wicked (Life Is Hell Book 1) by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Kerry Baker

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No Rest for the Wicked (Life is Hell #1)No Rest for the Wicked by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Rest For The Wicked by Naomi Valkyrie is the first book in the Life is Hell series. This book is an absolutely explosive start to what is clearly going to be an amazing new series. I knew to expect a great book having read the previous work by this author but this book genuinely blew my expectations out of the water!
This is the kind of book that you just have to read in one sitting simply because you cannot put it down. The read this book in record time because it was such an exciting and enjoyable read. I really enjoyed how diverse the main characters were and how much it seemed to open up the story.
This author has quickly become one of my favourite authors and I wouldn’t hesitate to read one of her books. I don’t even bother to read the descriptions anymore as I know that no matter what the book is about I am going to get a well developed story that I cannot help but love. I am so excited to see what is next for this series and would highly recommend reading this book.

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WAR OF THE DAMNED (Relic Hunters Book 3) by Martin Ferguson – Review by Kerry Baker

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War of the Damned (Relic Hunters, #3)War of the Damned by Martin Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

War Of The Damned by Martin Ferguson is the third book in the Relic Hunters series. Although the story itself is a stand-alone I would definitely recommend reading this series in order so you can get a full understanding of the characters involved.
This book is as exciting and attention grabbing as the first two books. Possibly even more so. I love anything WWII related, I am fascinated by what was such a different time. This book pulls together a story based on that time and the present so well that I was engrossed immediately.
I loved falling back in with the team – you really do connect with them throughout the whole series that it is so easy to pick back up with them in each book.
This whole series is amazing and this book has got to be my favourite so far. I am looking forward to whatever comes next!

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A Merry Texan Christmas (The Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge Book 3) by Nicole Flockton – Review by Kerry Baker

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A Merry Texan Christmas (Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge, #3)A Merry Texan Christmas by Nicole Flockton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Merry Texan Christmas by Nicole Flockton is the third book in the Prentice Brothers of Sweet Ridge series. This book can be read as a stand-alone as does not need to be read in order.
This is such a fun Christmas romance I absolutely loved it! It matched the perfect level of lightheartedness with an amazing story. While it never seemed to take itself too seriously the story line was just a well developed and interesting.
I don’t usually like too many holiday romances as I find them a bit too cliche this one was entertaining and just great from start to finish. The characters worked so well together and made the book amusing. This is a great book to add to the series and probably me favourite so far.

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Bonds That Beckon (Daughters of Anubis Book 1) by Kelli Kimble – Review by Kerry Baker

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Bonds that Beckon (Daughters of Anubis, #1)Bonds that Beckon by Kelli Kimble
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bonds That Beckon by Kelli Kimble is the first book in the Daughters of Anubis series. This is a young adult paranormal story with a strong premise. I enjoyed the overall story on this book and could clearly see what the author was trying to achieve. I did at times struggle with the characters a little, I didn’t always fully connect with them. However their journey combined with the story made for a great read the whole way through.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and while I felt there were a coupon of bits that could have just done with a bit more work I definitely enjoyed reading it. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

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The Mummy of Monte Cristo by J Trevor Robinson – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Mummy of Monte CristoThe Mummy of Monte Cristo by J. Trevor Robinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Mummy of Monte Cristo by J Trevor Robinson is a classic horror story and is a remake done well. The author has created what feels like one of those timeless classics and is such a great story.
The book is well written and you really connect with the main character. It is so easy to understand why he acts the way he does. The story itself is a deep and complex story that is an experience overall for the reader.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I enjoyed the way he put everything together and created such a vivid story. This was a brilliant book and one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Soul’s Day Boxset: Horror and Paranormal Halloween Anthology – Review by Kerry Baker

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Soul's Day Boxset: Horror and Paranormal Halloween ThemeSoul’s Day Boxset: Horror and Paranormal Halloween Theme by Erin Lee
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Soul’s Day Box Set is an anthology of paranormal and Halloween stories by a variety of incredible authors. There is a great mix of spooky stories to keep you interested and a range of different stories so they all felt different. I found this is be a great set to be able to pick up and put down between each book so that I could make it last for longer! It also meant they the different books didn’t blend into one and I could pick them all out from each other with ease.
I was familiar with some of these authors when I started this series but the majority were new to me and this was a great way to discover their work. Each book was interesting and well written but also completely different in style from the others. I thoroughly enjoyed this anthology and will definitely be checking out more from all of these authors in the future.

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