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Her Blackened Heart (The Blackened Series Book 2) by Isra Sravenheart – Review by Kerry Baker

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Her Blackened HeartHer Blackened Heart by Isra Sravenheart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Her Blackened Heart by Isra Svravenheart is the second book in the Blackened series. I would recommend reading these books in order as they follow the same characters and the story also follows on.
I thought this was a good follow up to the first book. I still like the fact that we are getting a great fantasy story all told from the POV of the villain. It adds a unique twist to a genre that is jam packed with great stories. I liked how in this book we got to understand Lady Isra a little more. She is given a bit more depth as we discover more about her background and the rivalry she has with Everilda.
The story was well written. The author has developed the story well from the first book and it definitely felt like it was moving forward. The pacing was good as well – always something going on but never too much. This is a great book and a good series overall, it is definitely worth reading.

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Tidal Love by KM Lowe – Review by Kerry Baker

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Tidal LoveTidal Love by K.M. Lowe
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tidal Love by K.M. Lowe is an emotional story that will really capture your attention and just not let go. The author has really created as lasting and engaging story from start to finish. The characters in this book are just perfect for each other. They each have their own past, their own scars and aren’t looking for love. But the connection between them when they meet is undeniable!
It really felt like you got to experience their journey with them throughout this book. It made it much better to read having that connection with them. This was a well written book that I would highly recommend.

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VANISHING DAY (A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 4) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Baker

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Vanishing Day: Logan Book 4 (The Logan McKenna Series)Vanishing Day: Logan Book 4 by Valerie Davisson

Vanishing Day: A Logan McKenna Mystery/Thriller by Valerie Davisson is the fourth book in the Logan McKenna series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although for me personally I would recommend reading them all so you get the full character development.
I thought this book was a fantastic addition to this series. It was well writing and full of intrigue. The story was done really well and covered a sensitive topic with ease. It didn’t take long before I was hooked and this book and wanting to find out how it was going to end.
This whole series has been a strong series and this book is probably the best yet. An amazing story and one up would certainly recommend.

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THE PATIENCE OF KARMA (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery #5) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Patience of KarmaThe Patience of Karma by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Patience of Karma by Cynthia Hamilton is the fifth book in the Madeline Dawkins series. This book can be read as a standalone however in my opinion it is definitely worth reading this whole series! It is always so easy to fall straight back into the Madeline Dawkins life and the cases that she is solving. It feels like you don’t leave them behind at all at the end of each book.
This book was an interesting one to read. There was a lot going on for the characters all at once but it added more to the depth of the book and made it exciting to read. I was intrigued as to how it was all going to turn out and that kept the pages turning quickly. This is another great addition to the series and I am looking forward to seeing what comes next.

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She’s No Cowgirl (My Cowboy Series Book 5) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Baker

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She's No CowgirlShe’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

She’s No Cowgirl by Brooke May is the fifth book in the My Cowboy series. This book can be read as a standalone so you don’t need to have read the previous books in the series first. I thought this was a really good sport romance story. It was a sweet, fairly easy read but had great characters with a strong connection between them. I really thought that you could feel the connection between them.
The story itself is entertaining too. With romance and scandal it made for a fun read and the whole way through I really wanted the characters to find a way to make their relationship work. The author paced the story well so that it built up nicely and really got you invested in the story! This was a great book and one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Fall of the Western Kings (The Tirumfall Trilogy Book 1) by J Drew Brumbaugh – Review by Kerry Baker

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Fall of the Western Kings (Tirumfall Trilogy #1)Fall of the Western Kings by J. Drew Brumbaugh
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fall of The Western Kings by J. Drew Brumbaugh is the first book in the Tirumfall Trilogy. This is a great example of what a fantasy story should be like – it is detailed, and complex while having the right amount of adventure and excitement thrown in. It didn’t take any time at all for me to become engaged with this book. I liked the way in which the story built – it felt like the author actually took the time set the scene and build the main basis of the story.
This is the first book I have read by this author and I have to say I am already excited to read more. I loved his writing style from the moment I started reading and I thought that it matched perfectly with the genre of book he has written. The whole development throughout and just the whole feel of the book were brilliant. This felt like a really strong start to a new series and I am looking forward to seeing what comes next.

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Eternal Wanderings: The Continuing Journey of Kara O’Keefe by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Kerry Baker

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Eternal WanderingsEternal Wanderings by Danielle Ackley-McPhail
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Eternal Wanderings: The Continuing Journey of Kara O’Keefe by Danielle Ackley-McPhail is a good fantasy story about a girl trying to find her place. This was an interesting story to read. It was easy to connect with from the start and was well developed all the way through. Kara was a good character as the focus of the story – she was easy to engage with and kept the story going.
At time’s I did find the book to be a little confusing however this soon passed and I was able to pick back up the story. Overall this is an enjoyable read and for anyone interested in this genre it is worth a go.

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Pharaoh’s Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mysteries Book 4) by Ellen Butler – Review by Kerry Baker

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Pharaoh's Forgery (Karina Cardinal Mystery Book 4)Pharaoh’s Forgery by Ellen Butler
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Pharoah’s Forgery: Karina Goes on Vacation by Ellen Butler is the fourth book in the Karina Cardinal Mystery series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although you might find it helpful to read the previous books first as it follows the same character throughout.
This book is yet another brilliant addition to this great series. It is always so good to get back into these characters and the adventures that seem to follow them everywhere. The story in this one is exciting and full of intrigued, just like I have come to expect.
The author is doing a brilliant job is creating a series that is not only lasting but still just as exciting this many books in. Each book just seems to get better. This is a great book and the whole series is one I would recommend!

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IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5) Anthology – Review by Kerry Baker

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IRRESISTIBLE - FALL INTO ROMANCE (Irresistible Romance Book 5)IRRESISTIBLE – FALL INTO ROMANCE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Irresistible – Fall Into Romance anthology is the fifth book in the Irresistible Romance series. This is another great collection of romance stories by various authors who are all brilliant in their own right. As with the other box sets in this series each of these books are different from the other so there is no trouble with telling them all apart and really getting invested in each of the stories.
This anthology has a great mix of everything you could want out of romantic stories – great characters, entertaining story and a lot of sweetness and love. I have definitely enjoyed each and everyone of these books and can definitely say you will be able to find something you like. For me this is a great way to introduce yourself to these authors if you haven’t read any of them before and I would suggest getting this box set immediately.

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Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas – Review by Kerry Baker

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Better To Have LovedBetter To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Better To Have Loved by Christy Nicholas is a great story that I found to be very emotional. I was drawn into the story from the moment I started reading it and really fell in love with the characters. For me this was made even better knowing than it was based on true people, it just added a different depth to the story.
The author did a brilliant job of letting this story almost tell itself. The journey the characters went through really came through. I felt connected to both them and the story line and really did lose myself in this book entirely. I would highly recommend this book.

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Dare Game (The Irish Garda Files Book 1) by Melinda Colt – Review by Kerry Baker

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Dare GameDare Game by Melinda Colt
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dare Game by Melinda Colt is the first book in the Irish Garda Files series. This is a brilliant mystery book that is full of suspense and intrigue from start to finish. It is the kind of book that I had to read in one sitting because I just had to know what was going on and how it would all play out!
This is the first book that I have read by this author and it is one I thoroughly enjoyed! I was completely drawn in but her writing style and thought it was really easy to connect with the characters. I am already looking forward to reading more of this series!

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Kickflip Summer by Danielle Jacks – Review by Kerry Baker

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Kickflip SummerKickflip Summer by Danielle Jacks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Kickflip Summer by Danielle Jacks is a fun romantic story that is quick an easy to read. It is full of sweet romance and the main characters are amazing to read about. This is the kind of book that is perfect to escape to for a few hours as you instantly connect to Kara and Bear and the relationship between them.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I definitely enjoyed it. It was a fun and entertaining read and the author did a great job of creating a storyline that flowed easily. I was engaged with the book from the moment I started reading it and found it to be the kind of book I could easily read in one sitting. It was a great book and I am looking forward to discovering more by this author.

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Self Made (Freshwater BOOK 2) by Belinda Williams – Review by Kerry Baker

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Self Made (Freshwater Book 2)Self Made by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Self Made by Belinda Williams is the second book in the Freshwater series. This book can be read as a standalone. The characters and their chemistry are what make this book entirely. They have a great connection that you can feel from the moment they meet and it carries on throughout the whole book.
The overall story is fun and entertaining as well. You find yourself easily becoming engaged with the storyline and wanting to see how it is all going to end. Belinda Williams isn’t an author I am overly familiar with but she is someone that I definitely want to read more of. I enjoyed her writing style, the whole book has a great pace to it and the words just seemed to flow really well. It didn’t take much to get into this book right from the start and the whole thing was really enjoyable. I would definitely recommend giving this book a try!

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series #3) by R.L. Dunn – Review by Kerry Baker

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Secure Heart (Chase Security Series Book 3)Secure Heart by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Secure Heart by R.L. Dunn is the third book in the Chase Security series. This book can be read as a standalone although I would definitely recommend reading the whole series. This is a story that is full of action and has some strong characters to back this up. Holly and Julian were such a good match for each other their story just seemed to work.
The whole book was really well developed. The author knew when to push things forwards but she also knew when the story line would benefit from taking a step back. I thought the characters were really the focal point of this book. While there was a great storyline the characters are really what shone through. They had a strong connection and that you could feel on every page.
This has been a brilliant series so far and I am looking forward to seeing what is next.

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books 1-4) by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kerry Baker

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Spicetopia Boxed Set (Books #1-4)Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spicetopia Boxed Set by Phoebe Alexander is books 1-4 in the Spicetopia series. This is a fantastic series that I cannot recommend highly enough. Each and every book is amazing in its own right. They are interesting and well written with some utterly brilliant characters it them. Each book is distinctive and well written and I would honestly struggle to pick a favourite between them.
Phoebe Alexander is one of those authors who has firmly cemented herself as one of my favourite authors. There isn’t anything I have read so far that I haven’t absolutely loved and this series is the perfect example as to why! If you buy no other book this year I would fully advise you pick up this series today!

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The Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Dating ItineraryThe Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Dating Itinerary by Brooke Williams is a fun cotemporary romance that is entertaining from start to finish. The whole book is funny and engaging, with brilliant characters. I was instantly drawn into the story and loved following Penny and Geo on the journey they were taking.
I really enjoyed the whole feel this book had to it. Right from the start the author knew what she wanted to achieve from this book and it felt so well executed that you couldn’t help but fall right into it. The book was well written and the characters were just amazing. They had such a great connection, you could really feel the chemistry between them. I thoroughly enjoyed this book from beginning to end and would highly recommend it.

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Tompkin’s School: For The Dearly Departed (A Supernatural Academy Trilogy Book 2) by Tabi Slick – Review by Kerry Baker

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Tompkin's School For The Dearly Departed (Supernatural Trilogy #2)Tompkin’s School For The Dearly Departed by Tabi Slick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Tompkin’s School: For The Dearly Departed by Tabi Slick is the second book in the Supernatural Academy Trilogy. This boo does need to be read in order as it follows the same characters and their journey the whole way through.
This is a great addition to this series. For me I felt like it really built on everything that had happened in book 1 and showed a great development of the twins’ characters. The book was just as exciting and action packed as I found the first one to be and it was so easy to slip right back into this world – almost like you never left off.
This series is the first that I have read by this author but I am definitely enjoying her work so far. I am looking forward to reading book 3 and other work she has to offer.

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Sweet Temptations: The Boss’s Daughter by L.M. Mountford – Review by Kerry Baker

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Sweet Temptations: The Boss's DaughterSweet Temptations: The Boss’s Daughter by L.M. Mountford
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sweet Temptations: The Boss’s Daughter by L.M. Mountford is a hot a steamy book that will really grab your attention right from the word go. This is the second book in the series however it can be read as a standalone, although once you have read it you will definitely want to go back and fill in the rest.
This is a short story however it is packed full of exciting goings on. L.M. Mountford has yet again created a story that I just couldn’t put down and had to read in one sitting. I was fully engaged with Richard and the temptations he faces yet again. The series does go fully into what some consider a taboo topic so my only recommendation would be to make sure you are happy reading this type of book before you start. If you are then I would highly recommend you start reading this whole series today!

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Finding His Zen by Tammy Mannersly – Review by Kerry Baker

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Finding His ZenFinding His Zen by Tammy Mannersly
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Finding His Zen by Tammy Mannersly is a fun romantic story that will really capture your attention. It is quite a short story overall however that does not take away from how good it is. For me it is the characters in this book that make it. They have such a great chemistry together and all their interactions to me come across as sweet and entertaining.
This whole book is perfect for that lazy afternoon type read where you just want to get lost for a few hours. It is exactly what I did when picking up this book and it was a great way to relax and enjoy a fun story. I always enjoy books by this author and this is definitely a favourite of hers so far.

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The Crocodile Makes No Sound (The Lord Hani Mysteries Book 2) by N.L. Holmes – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Crocodile Makes No Sound (Lord Hani Mysteries #2)The Crocodile Makes No Sound by N.L. Holmes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Crocodile Makes No Sound by N.L. Holmes is the second book in the Lord Hani Mystery series. This book can be read as a standalone book even though it follows the same MC. The author does a great job of making it so the story is easy to understand while still being gripping and exciting.
It was great to get back into the character of Lord Hani. His world feels so alien in comparison to what I am used to however I could vividly picture what the author was describing. There were times where it honestly felt like I was there with the character, in his world, experiencing what he was going through.
The story itself is intriguing and I wanted to know what was going to happen and how things would work out eventually. I was hooked by what was going on and enjoyed this story as much as the first. This was an exciting book and one I enjoyed immensely. I am looking forward to what else is to come in the series.

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Rookie Moves: A Quick Snap Novella by Tarrah Anders – Review by Kerry Baker

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Rookie MovesRookie Moves by Tarrah Anders
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rookie moves: A Quick Snap Novella by Tarrah Anders is a great story with loveable characters in it. This is the perfect kind of novella – it was short, sweet and packed full of romance. I found this book was so easy to engage with and once I had started it I absolutely flew through it. The characters were amazing, I enjoyed everything about them. They were so well matched and really brought out the best in each other.
Tarrah Anders really has a way of creating stories that are interesting and fun and always leave me wanting more. I am so excited to delve more into the rest of the books available in this series.

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That Incredible Kiss (Kissed By Fate 3) By Tamara Ferguson – Review by Kerry Baker

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THAT INCREDIBLE KISS (Kissed By Fate Book 3)THAT INCREDIBLE KISS by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

That Incredible Kiss by Tamara Ferguson is the third book in the Kissed by Fate series. This is a brilliant example of a well written, romantic story that has everything in it you could want. The author has done an amazing job of leading you to believe you know what the story is going to be about only to surprise you as you get further into the story.
I loved the relationship between Ashley and Brian as well. It was so sweet to watch it developed throughout the story and I couldn’t help but get behind them. I found that I read this book pretty quickly because I became so immersed in it I completely lost track of time and ended up reading it all in one sitting.
This is a great addition to the series and another book by this author that I have thoroughly enjoyed.

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Rock Star on the Verge (Rogue Series Book 9) by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Kerry Baker

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Rock Star on the Verge (Rogue Series #9)Rock Star on the Verge by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rock Star on the Verge by Lara Ward Cosio is the 9th book in the Rogue series. This book can be read as a standalone book and is a fantastic addition to the series. These characters all feel so familiar now that picking up a new one of these books is so easy. It takes absolutely no thinking about to become a part of their story once again.
I love the whole coming of age theme that ran through this book, especially considering it was done from two different types of people – one of whom was “coming of age” in a completely different want to what you would usually think of. I thought the journey that both Conor and Donal go on was a powerful one that you couldn’t help but connect with.
This author always does such a great job of creating lasting and in depth stories and this book is just another example of that. From the moment I picked it up I enjoyed it and it was one of those books that I had to finish all in one go. A brilliant book and an amazing series.

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Rose of Anzio – Moonlight (Volume 1): a WWII Epic Love Story by Alexa Kang – Review by Kerry Baker

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Moonlight (Rose of Anzio, #1)Moonlight by Alexa Kang
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rose of Anzio – Moonlight (Volume 1): a WWII Epic Love Story by Alexa Kang is a gripping and effortless tale of two people trying to make sense out of their chaotic world. I found this book to be highly detailed and so well written that I was instantly hooked by it.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I have to say I loved every bit of it. I always do enjoy a well written war story and this has to be one of the best that I have read. I really felt like you connected the characters and felt their experiences with them.
The author has done an amazing job of portraying what it must have been like during war time America and exploring the emotions that must have been felt at the time. I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this book and I am so excited to read the next in the series!

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The Body Collector (Bad Boys of Space Book 3) by Landra Graf – Review by Kerry Baker

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The Body Collector (Bad Boys of Space, #3)The Body Collector by Landra Graf
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Body Collector by Landra Graf is the third book in the Bad Boys of Space series. This book can be read as a stand-alone m.
This book is a great story – it felt fun and exciting throughout. Although it was shorter than I had expected it felt like quite a lot happens in the book without it being rushed. The characters were really interesting. The relationship between them felt real and believable. This definitely helped make it even easier to connect with them and the story as a whole.
This is the only book I have read in this series but I will be making sure I go back to read the previous 2. A great book and one I thoroughly enjoyed.

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PERFECT ALWAYS by Tricia Copeland – Review by Kerry Baker

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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