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Captivity: A Paranormal Romance Novella (Captivity Book 1) by Sarah Biglow & Molly Zenk – Review by Kerry Baker

August 1, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Captivity by Molly Zenk
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Captivity: A Paranormal Romance Novella by Molly Zenk and Sarah Biglow is a brilliant story and a great way to start a new series.
Both of these authors were new to me so I was glad to get a chance to experience them both at once. Their writing styles really seemed to compliment each other. I didn’t feel like you could tell them apart in a seamless way.
The story was interesting too. It was exciting from the start and really caught my attention quickly. The characters were strong and easy to read about.
This book is a great way to introduce yourself to both of these authors. I would definitely recommend giving it a go.

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Proper Impulse (Jaded Lily Book 4) by Zeia Jameson – Review by Kerry Baker

July 28, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Proper Impulse by Zeia Jameson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Proper Impulse by Zeia Jameson is the fourth book in the Jaded Lily series. This book can be read as a stand-alone although there are crossover characters.
Milo and Juni are the perfect example of opposites attract. I don’t think I have read about two characters more different from each other and yet so right for each other. Every time they were together there was obvious chemistry.
The story was interesting as well. It was easy to get into and kept my interest right of the end. It fit in with the rest of the series great. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as I have done so far with the series as a whole and I hope there is more to come.

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Tails Always Wins (Chasing Tails Book 1) by C.A. King – Review by Kerry Baker

July 27, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Tails Always Wins by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Tails Always Wins by C.A. King is the first book in the Chasing Tails series. This book is a brilliant start to yet another great new series by an amazing author.
C.A. King has become, very quickly, one of those authors that I don’t hesitate to read. Half the time I don’t even bother to read the description of the book because it won’t matter what it says, I know I will like what I read. She has such a way of telling a story that I instantly get lost in her words.
This book was up the usual high standards too. I felt instantly connected to the characters. I was drawn into their story and taken on an exciting journey with them. It was a well thought out, fast paced story that I flew through in no time at all.
This book also has to have one of my absolute favourite covers. It is so eye catching and vivid. I loved it the instant I saw it. I cannot wait to see what is next in this series.

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Unchained Memory (Interstellar Rescue Series Book 1) by Donna S. Frelick – Review by Kerry Baker

July 27, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Unchained Memory by Donna S. Frelick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unchained Memory by Donna S. Frelick is the first book in the Interstellar Rescue series. This book is a great mystery that will have you hooked from page on.
This is such a well written book. It is interesting from the word go. You are drawn into the story so easily. The characters are strong and engaging. You want to find out more about them. You want to get to know them that bit more. And the writing is amazing. The authors attention to detail is fantastic. She really knows when to add in the detail and when to withhold it for the development of the story.
Once I had started this story I found that I couldn’t put it down. Thankfully I had the afternoon free to read as I’m not sure what I would have done if I had to walk away for even a short time. The book was well paced and never lost momentum for even a second. You should definitely try to this book, even if sci-fi isn’t usually your thing.

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A Divided Mind by M. Billiter – Review by Kerry Baker

July 27, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

A Divided Mind by M. Billiter
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Divided Mind by Mary Billiter is a fantastic story about a teenager struggling with mental illness and learning how to cope with it.
This book is not at all what I was expecting. When I first started reading it I thought it was going to be more of a mystery/thriller type book. When I realised what the story was actually about it intrigued me more. While a lot of books tend to touch on this subject it always seems to be very briefly, and in a minor character. The way the author tries to delve into the mind of someone suffering in this way should be applauded.
The story takes you on such a journey as not just Branson tries to figure everything out but so do his family. You could feel how much emotion and thought was put into the book. This was a brilliant read and one that has definitely left me thinking afterwads.

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The Debt Collector (An Underground Bad Boys Romance Book 1) by India Kells – Review by Kerry Baker

July 25, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Debt Collector by India Kells
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Debt Collector: An Underground Bad Boys Romance by India Kells is a hot and steamy book that will entice all the sense!
This author has yet again produced a book that is amazing. The characters had off the charts chemistry – to the point where it felt like they were just popping off the pages.
I loved the storyline as well. I was hooked even before o got past the first couple of pages. I haven’t long read these kind of books but I can definitely say this is one of the best that I have read. I would highly recommend everyone give this a try!

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Rule Breaker by Phoebe Alexander – Review by Kerry Baker

July 25, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Rule Breaker by Phoebe Alexander
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rule Breaker by Phoebe Alexander was a complete surprise to me in the best way possible. I have gotten so used to enjoying everything this author writes that I don’t even bother to read the blurb any more. So I went in completely blind to this book. And I am so glad I did.
Although I knew what kind of thing to expect from her the author did a great job of creating a brilliant and exciting story. Because I didn’t have any preconceptions about the storyline I really felt like I was swept along with the characters.
I really enjoyed the story and how it was written. It was believable and yet a complete fantasy at the same time. This book is a definite must read.

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Happily Ever After – Brothers of Camelot Style by Necie Navone – Review by Kerry Baker

July 22, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Happily Ever After – Brothers of Camelot Style by Necie Navone
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Happily Ever After by Necie Navone is a Novel in the Brothers of Camelot series. This is a brilliant series! If you aren’t familiar with it, or this author, then you need to change that right now. Bella and Fitz has such a connection between them. You can feel the chemistry on every single page.
The whole book was well written. You really feel like you are there with the characters. The author does a great job of creating that picture for you.
I am already excited to see what else there is from this author and would recommend you try her today!

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Bound (The Torzial Affair Book 2) by Via Mari – Review by Kerry Baker

July 21, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Bound by Via Mari
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Bound by Via Mari is the second book in the Torzial Affair series. You really do need to read this series in order as it does follow the same characters.
Out of all the books I have read by this author for me this one has been the most emotional so far. I could really feel Jenny’s pain and the struggle that she is going through each day. I enjoyed her character on the first book but there was something in this book that just made me connect with her even more.
The story was really intense. I was sucked completely in to it and devoured the book in one sitting. I am excited to see what else is to come from this series.

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Beau & Bett by Kathryn Berla – Review by Kerry Baker

July 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Beau and Bett by Kathryn Berla
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Beau and Bett by Kathy Berla is a modern day version of Beauty and the Beast. Although the book follows and old story line the author does well to put her own stamp on it with the switch round of characters.
Beau and Bett were a good match. They paired really well together and worked for this type of story.
The whole story was well paced and provided great progression- both character wise and story wise. It was an easy read that was fun and entertaining.

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Two Hearts Under Fire (Two Hearts Wounded Warrior Romance Book 8) By Tamara Ferguson – Review by Kerry Baker

July 20, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

TWO HEARTS UNDER FIRE by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Two hearts Under Fire by Tamara Ferguson is the eighth book in the Two Hearts Wounded Warrior series. This is a strong series and worth reading although all the books can be read as stand-alone’s.
Tamara Ferguson does it every time. She really knows how to write a book that will grab your attention and keep you turning the pages. The characters worked so well together. There was chemistry that was not only believable but also engaging. The story was fast paced and exciting.
If you haven’t done so already you should give this series’s a read.

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Siren’s Call: Cursed Seas by Amy McKinley – Review by Kerry Baker

July 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Siren’s Call: Cursed Seas by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Siren’s Call: Cursed Seas by Amy McKinley is a stand-alone Novel by a brilliant author.
This is a brilliant fantasy book and one unlike any others I have read for a while. The story itself was engaging and felt very original. It wasn’t just the same old story you see so often. It made it exciting to read and grabbed your attention quickly.
I really felt like you could connect to Nerissa as well. Her whole predicament had me behind her from the start.
Amy McKinley is such a strong writer. All her work is captivating and such an easy read, it’s like the pages turn themselves. She is fast becoming one of my go to authors and I would definitely recommend you give her a go today.

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My One Love (The Brothers of Camelot Book 2) by Necie Navone – Review by Kerry Baker

July 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

My One Love by Necie Navone
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My One Love by Necie Navone is the second book in the Brothers of Camelot series. This series can be read as stand-alones however I would definitely recommend reading them all as they are just that good.
This book for me was probably even better than the first. It so so full of twists and turns that I was on the edge of my seat the whole way through. These characters were also so gripping. I had to read more about them.
This has been a very strong start to this series and I am really looking forward to what else is to come.

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Love Me, Dreamy (Love Me Series) by Laura Burton – Review by Kerry Baker

July 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Love Me, Dreamy: A YA Paranormal Romance with Breathtaking Twists by Laura Burton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Love Me Dreamy: A YA Paranormal Romance with Breathtaking Twists by Laura Burton is a fantastic stand-alone Novel.
I found the book to be so mysterious right from the description. I immediately knew I had to read this book to find out what was going on – what the secret was, who the men in suits were and what would happen at the waterfall.
The writing back up the book straight away too. It was gripping and well written. If you are a fan of YA then you should definitely try this book.

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Game Changer by Sylvie Stewart – Review by Kerry Baker

July 19, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Game Changer by Sylvie Stewart
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Game Changer by Sylvie Stewart is a brilliant rom com book that will have you laughing out loud all the way through.
I loved Poppy and Mac. They were such entertaining characters. I really felt like you could engage with them quickly.
The story is well paced and fun to read. The author knew exactly how to develop it and keep it moving. Sylvie Stewart is an author I have become recently familiar with and her work is always enjoyable. Not only would I highly recommend this book I would highly recommend this author.

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The Fire God Tour (Moore Family Saga Book 3) by Michele Sims – Review by Kerry Baker

July 18, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Fire God Tour by Michele Sims
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Fire God Tour by Michele Sims is the third book in the Moore Family Saga. This book could be read as a stand-alone however I would recommend reading them in order as they follow the same characters throughout.
This series seems to get better with each book. The characters are always so interesting and engaging. Ari has to be one of my favourite characters so far in this series. It really felt like that was a brilliant character progression with him.
Bella was the perfect accompaniment to him as well.
The story was a great as the previous ones and it has been a fantastic series so far, I can’t wait to see what else is to come.

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Blood Relations (The Sorrel Janes Mysteries) by Lonna Enox – Review by Kerry Baker

July 18, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Blood Relations by Lonna Enox
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blood Relations by Lonna Enox is the next book in the Sorrel Janes Mystery series. In my opinion the book does need to be read in order as it follows on from the first book.
We are thrown straight back into Sorrel’s life, almost like the first book never ended. It was that easy to fall right back into her story. The writing draws you back into the fold with ease.
The characters were just as interesting as in the first book and the storyline was intriguing and mysterious. Another very well written book.

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Blackbird’s Deliverance (Silent Secrets Series Book 4) by Lisette Kristensen – Review by Kerry Baker

July 16, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Blackbird’s Deliverance by Lisette Kristensen
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blackbirds Deliverance by Lisette Kristensen is the fourth book in in the Silent Secrets Series. This is a strong series that will easily get you attention.
As with the previous books we are pulled back into the life of Blackbird. I find it really easy to slip back into her journey as it leaves such a lasting impression every time. The story was just as well written this time. It was well paced throughout and so easy to imagine what was happening on the pages in front of you.
I hope there is more to come from this series and I am looking forward to exploring this authors work more.

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Scarlet Fever (A Johnny Delarosa Thriller Book 1) by David Stever – Review by Kerry Baker

July 15, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Scarlet Fever: A Crime Thriller by David Stever
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Scarlet Fever: A Crime Thriller by David Stever is an exciting and fast paced book that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
I read a lot of crime books and really enjoy the genre but this is the first book in a long time that felt like a good old fashioned crime story for you to sink your teeth into. A lot of the time now it feels like authors are trying too hard to make the story complex but with this book the author does a great job of keeping you, as the reader, engaged without making everything too complicated.
The story had a great gangster feel to it. The good guys were good and the bad guys were bad. You had that sense of what is right and what is wrong throughout the whole book. This is the type of book that you really get behind the characters and what to help solve the mystery.
This was the first book that I have read by this author and I can honestly say I have thoroughly enjoyed it. I look forward to exploring more of his work.

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Gumshoe And The Mysterious Mushrooms (Gumshoe Mysteries Book 1) by Laura Hawks – Review by Kerry Baker

July 14, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Gumshoe And The Mysterious Mushrooms by Laura Hawks
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gumshoe and The Mysterious Mushrooms by Laura Hawks is the first book in the Gumshoe Mysteries Series. This is a fun and entertaining book with brilliant characters and a strong story line.
I was amazed by how quick I read this book. From the moment I started reading I just got lost in the story that the author was creating. Mia and Gumshoe were such a brilliant combination. If I could have a Gumshoe in my life I definitely would!
This is a strong start to a new series. Full of mystery and the perfect example of what a YA novel should be. You definitely need to give this book a try!

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The Fisher Men X My Heart (The Fisher Men Book 1) by Rebel Nicks O’Dey – Review by Kerry Baker

July 13, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Fisher Men X My Heart by Rebel Nicks O’Dey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Fisher Men X my Heart by Rebel Nicks O’Dey is a brilliant book that will keep you reading to the end.
I’m not sure what I expected from this book but it wasn’t what I got. I was intrigued about the story from the start. The description of the book really made me interested in what was going on.
I really felt like I engaged with the characters and wanted to find out more about the.
As a new author I was excited by the writing style and can’t wait to read more.

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The Trouble With Paradise (A Madeline Dawkins Mystery Book 4) by Cynthia Hamilton – Review by Kerry Baker

July 12, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Trouble with Paradise by Cynthia Hamilton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Trouble with Paradise by Cynthia Hamilton is a novel in the Madeline Dawkins Mystery. This is a brilliant series that is fast paced and gripping.
It was great to be able to get back into the same characters again. It felt like you were just picking up where you left off, it was that easy to slip back into the series. Again I was left trying to figure out what was going on and who was involved. It really was a guessing game and it was intriguing right to the end.
This has been such a strong series so far and it is one I can definitely recommend.

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The Fish that Climbed a Tree by Kevin Ansbro – Review by Kerry Baker

July 12, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Fish That Climbed a Tree by Kevin Ansbro
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Fish That Climbed a Tree by Kevin Ansbro is a book so detailed and beautifully written that I almost wouldn’t care what the story is, I was just so taken by his way for writing. As it happens the story was brilliantly created that I was drawn in by that as well.
This is an entirely new author to me and I have to admit I was a bit conflicted going in to this book. I loved the description and how unique and interesting the story sounded. However I found myself a little put off by the cover of the book. If there is ever a book that the old adage “don’t judge a book by its cover” applies to, for me it is definitely this one.
Once you open the pages and start reading you are hooked. The author gives such vivid descriptions that it really feels like you are right there with all the characters. This book is one that definitely needs to be on your must read list this year!

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The Gauntlet: The Soppranaturale Series by Ashley Pagano – Review by Kerry Baker

July 11, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Gauntlet: The Soppranaturale Series by Ashley Pagano
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Gauntlet by Ashley Pagano is a brilliantly unique story. The author does a great job of mixing together all the different supernatural species in a way that I have not seen done before.
The story is quite a short one – which would be my only gripe – however there is a lot packed into these few pages. The book is exciting and fast paced. It grabs your attention right at the start and doesn’t let go right until the end.
This was as new author to me so I am pleased to say that I have enjoyed her writing style. The mystery and intrigue she has brought to a fantasy story is great. I am very much looking forward to reading more of her work.

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Irresistible Heroes – Heroes of Your Heart by Various Authors – Review by Kerry Baker

July 10, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

IRRESISTIBLE HEROES by Tamara Ferguson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Irresistible Heroes Anthology is a collection of fantastic stories but a group of brilliant authors. What drew me to this series initially was the fact that Tamara Ferguson had a story in this collection. She is an author I have become very familiar with over the past couple of years and I always enjoy her work.
However what kept me interested was how well written each and every story was. They were all different from each other so there was no risk of becoming bored. And yet they all had the same great appeal in their characters.
This is definitely an anthology you should try and a great way to introduce yourself to some new authors.

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The Dreamer’s Vengeance by Helen Tyree – Review by Kerry Baker

July 9, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Dreamer’s Vengeance by Helen Tyree
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Dreamers Vengeance by Helen Tyree is a brilliant example of a YA fantasy novel. It has a familiar feeling of a YA novel but is also unique in itself.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of it. The first thing that caught my attention was the stunning cover. I was instantly drawn to it. It was simple yet completely mesmerising. I immediately wanted to know who that person was and what their story was – and I think this fit in really well with the story.
Once I opened the book I was drawn in even further. The story was well paced, it was exciting and captivating. I thought the characters were really strong and they each had their own role to play.
I thought this was a great way to be introduced to a new author. It has made me exciting to read more of their work and I would love it is we could one day revisit this brilliant world she has created.

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The Girls across the Bay (The Knox and Sheppard Mysteries, Book 1) by Emerald O’Brien – Review by Kerry Baker

July 8, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

The Girls Across The Bay by Emerald O’Brien
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Girls Across the Bay by Emerald O’Brien if the first book in the Knox and Sheppard Mysteries series. This is an intriguing book that will keep you guessing right to the very end.
From the moment I read this story I was hooked. I wanted to know what was going on and how everything was going to connect. I found myself trying to guess what I thought the outcome would be – I can definitely say I was wrong! I also felt that the book had really strong characters. Madigan and Grace were such strong characters that, for me, they definitely carried the whole book. They had such a depth to them and I really felt like I connected with them both immediately.
My only niggle about this book was that it would have been nice to get fewer descriptions of the characters thoughts. Although I am one of those who absolutely loves to be able to get inside the minds of the characters I do also like to be given the chance to “fill in the blanks” so they say. I had such a strong sense of personality with the characters that I don’t think so much input was needed from the author. However, this didn’t put me off the book at all – it was just my personal preference of how I like books to be constructed – and I will certainly be reading more in this series.

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Whom Shall I Kiss… An Earl, A Marquess, or A Duke? (Tricking the Scoundrels #1) by Laura A. Barnes – Review by Kerry Baker

July 7, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Whom Shall I Kiss… An Earl, A Marquess, or A Duke? by Laura A. Barnes
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Whom Shall I Kiss… An Earl, A Marquess, or a Duke by Laura A. Barnes is the first book in the Tricking the Scoundrels series.
For me this genre is the one I tend to lose myself in the most. Because it is so easy to imagine what it would have been like back in this time I feel like I can really emerge myself in what is happening. I didn’t quite get the same feeling with this book. It felt a little like the author were trying too hard a few times and that took away from the characters and the story.
However the overall story was good and well thought through. You could clearly see what the author was going for. The characters were fun and engaging and it was easy to become invested in them. As the first book in the series it is always hard to get straight off the ground as there is so much more of the settings to create. I think this book is a good introduction to the series and I fully believe it is just going to get better and better as the series goes on.

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Jumping the Shark (Paranormal Talent Agency, #5) by Heather Silvio – Review by Kerry Baker

July 7, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Jumping the Shark by Heather Silvio is the fifth book in the Paranormal Talent Agency series. This is a fun and imaginative series that will keep you thoroughly entertained.
I have really enjoyed this whole series since I started it but this book has got to be my favourite so far. I loved the connection between the main characters. I loved how different they both were and yet how well they worked together.
The overall story line was interesting and kept a great pace throughout. It was an easy read that is perfect for one of those lazy afternoons on which you can get lost in a book. I would definitely recommend this whole series.

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Orion’s Kiss by Claire Luana – Review by Kerry Baker

July 6, 2019/0 Comments/in Reviews /by Kerry Baker

Orion’s Kiss by Claire Luana
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Orion’s Kiss by Claire Luana is an exciting and unique story that will have you hooked from the word go.
This is an author that I have become familiar over the past year or so and not once has a book of hers been disappointing. So when I saw this book I knew that I had to get it immediately. I loved how the author took a well-known Greek mythology story and created her own version entirely. It didn’t feel forced or like she was just regurgitating the old story.
The characters were great. I know from the moment I read the description that this was a couple I would be rooting for. You could really see the full development of their relationship and it was lovely to watch unfold.
I very much enjoyed this book and Claire Luana is becoming one of my must read authors.

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