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Ember’s Secret (Solstice Quartet Book 1) by Catherine Peace – Review by Sara Oxton

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Ember's Secret (Solstice Quartet #1)Ember’s Secret by Catherine Peace
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fabulous four-star read. This was my first read by this author, but I hope its not the last, as there were some real great storylines in this story, it needed a little more putting together for me, but honestly, I was excited by what I was reading. The descriptions were so detailed that you cold see what was being described in your mind, especially the food. But food isn’t the only shining light in this story, I am excited to hear more from the author as this shows great promise, with some extra putting together it could easily have been five-stars.

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Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3) by Anna Paige – Review by Sara Oxton

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Embracing Jared (Thrill of the Chase, #3)Embracing Jared by Anna Paige
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A five-star read that will embrace you and make you feel complete. This is number three in the Thrill of the Chase series and its like the cherry on the top of an ice-cream Sunday, it just makes the whole thing so much better. Jared broke my heart, his passion for music and his farther were just sublime and showed on the page, you could feel his emotions pouring out. Everything he has been through, just made sense at every point of the story, he stays true to his promise and broke me. Cookie well cookie is a sweet and strong as the food her nickname is after, strong like a biscotti, but sweet like a chocolate chip. Madison and the sense of love for those in her care, showed what a difference a good care giver can bring to peoples lives. It was odd as I was having a total am I on the right path moment and reading about Madison and her passion, re-ignited mine, showing me why my role is so important. This author is one of those that makes you stop and think when you see their name on a novel, they make you want to drop everything to start reading.

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Thief of Magic (Shadowed Minds Book 1) by Bree Moore – Review by Sara Oxton

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Thief of Magic (Shadowed Minds, #1)Thief of Magic by Bree Moore
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fascinating five-star read. This is number one in the Shadowed Minds series, and I need number two right now!! This has great story lines and characters that will pull you in and keep you wanting to know more about them. There were points I could have done with extra, but overall, very well done. I am definitely going to check more from this author.

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Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady (Satan’s Devils MC Vegas Chapter #2) by Manda Mellett – Review by Sara Oxton

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Red's Peril Part 2: The Prez's Old Lady (Satan's Devils MC Vegas #2)Red’s Peril Part 2: The Prez’s Old Lady by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A sublime five-star read. This is part two of Reds story, and honestly its such a compelling story, the first part kicked off with a bang, creating strife and complexity and wrapping you into the story. This brings to life so much more than you think, I didn’t always like everyone in the first story, but this one brings them to life more. It fills everything in and gives you a deeper story. This author will bring you to the brink of your emotional toil and then leave you wanting more.

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 2) by Amy Argent – Review by Sara Oxton

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Whatever Tomorrow Brings (Embrace Tomorrow #2)Whatever Tomorrow Brings by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A fantastic five-star read. This is number two in the Embrace tomorrow duet and it concludes after the biggest emotional roller-coaster of the year. Grab the tissues and wine, and if you haven’t read the first part, pick it up then sink into these great stories as you will not be sorry. I have cried and sobbed while reading these but I am so glad I read them, as they have changed me, I am hoping for the better, but they have certainly changed me.

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Conveniently Yours (Titans Of Manhattan BOOK 1) by Anise Storm – Review by Sara Oxton

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Conveniently Yours (Titans Of Manhattan #1)Conveniently Yours by Anise Storm
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Fab four-star read. This is number one in the Titans of Manhattan series, and I do want to read the rest as I think it shows good potential. I like a fake romance story, they always have that sweet romance, the will they won’t they. Paisley, I found a little grating at times, and her and Caspian took me a little while to warm too, but overall not bad, the character development was good and the story got there. I like this author and will definitely be reading them again.

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Fate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie – Review by Sara Oxton

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Fate, Frankincense & FuneralsFate, Frankincense & Funerals by Naomi Valkyrie
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Five-star read that packs a punch in just a few pages. This surprised me with how quickly I was hooked and finished, I was sucked in and will be picking this up again, its quick but powerful. I must give the author a special hand, as they always bring something special to their writing, the research that must go in, as I always feel like I have enjoyed their stories, but I also feel like I have had a breath of fresh air, there is always something in the stories that make me think. Do not miss this story, even if M/M fiction isn’t your cup of tea, don’t miss this amazing story and author.

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Rock Me To The Top (Gracefall: Vicious Love Tour) by Victoria Zak – Review by Sara Oxton

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Rock Me To The Top (Gracefall: Vicious Love Tour Book One)Rock Me To The Top by Victoria Zak
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rock Me to the Top a five-star read that will be like music to your ears. Gracefall can rock me any time, especially the drummer Joe, well he can definitely beat my drum. I loved how they were such good friends and how conflicted chemistry makes life. The will they wont they just adds to the whole drama. But don’t let the chemistry fool you, there is drama and upset that will knock you backwards. This is a great story and I can’t wait for more in the series.

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Love’s Reverie (The Stardust Duet, Book 2) by KG Fletcher – Review by Sara Oxton

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Love's Reverie (The Stardust Duet, #2)Love’s Reverie by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love’s Reverie a five-star read that will complete your heart. This is number two in the Stardust Duet series and its best to read them in order as they tell a deep story that will suck you in like a twist in time. Phillip and Kat will keep you guessing, what will happen to them, will they get their happily ever after in the end? Only time will tell. The journey you will be taken on through this duet will captivate and compel you. This is a great duet and one that will easily make it one of the best I will read this year.

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Love’s Refrain (The Stardust Duet, Book 1) by KG Fletcher – Review by Sara Oxton

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Love's Refrain (The Stardust Duet, #1)Love’s Refrain by K.G. Fletcher
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Love’s Refrain a timeless five-star read. This is number one in the Stardust Duet series and I can’t wait to read number two, this story brings the characters alive, Kat will wow you with her voice as well as her spirit, you will be mesmerised by the romance of this story, as well as the descriptions of the people and the places, the differences between 1947 and the present will keep you reading every page. The details are well done and keep you fully enveloped in the story. Number two needs to be read now!!

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Christmas Cookies on a Cruise Ship (The Perfect Pairing Series Book 1) by Parker Fairchild – Review by Sara Oxton

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, book 2) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sara Oxton

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Blood Oath (Mafia Elite, #2)Blood Oath by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blood Oath a sublime five-star read. This is number two in the Mafia Elite series, and I didn’t think it was able to be better than the first, but this one blew me away. You will be captivated by Sophia and Enzo, Sophia is the main character and she is doing what she can. But what we want to do isn’t always possible, and that’s when Enzo steps in, there is violence in this story, but it is done well, and has a place. This is a great story, and I can’t wait for what we will get next.

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Come Back Tomorrow (Embrace Tomorrow Duet Book 1) by Amy Argent – Review by Sara Oxton

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Come Back Tomorrow (Embrace Tomorrow, #1)Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Come Back Tomorrow by Amy Argent an emotional five-star read. This is number one in the Embrace tomorrow duet, and it does make you ponder, what if you don’t have a tomorrow, do you have enough to make it worth the fight for another tomorrow if you had too. This story will make you laugh, it will also make you cry, but most of all it will make you hope. I am not going to say if that hope gets lost as you need to read to find out, but I will say bring tissues, and wine, and a space in your heart for this duet. I am so excited to read the next chapter and see what will happen next, will I need more tissues, or more wine?

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Red’s Peril Part 1: The making of an MC Prez (Satan’s Devils MC Vegas Chapter) by Manda Mellett – Review by Sara Oxton

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Red's Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez (Satan's Devils MC Vegas #1)Red’s Peril Part 1: The Making of an MC Prez by Manda Mellett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Red’s Peril part one by Manda Mellett a fantastic five-star read. I am excited to get part two of this story, but only because I need to finish the story, I did feel like there were parts of this that felt a little like a catch up session, but there are other bits that I loved re-reading and going over from a different angle, its an odd one as I love the author and the whole MC dynamic they create, it was so nice getting to know the true Red and what makes him tick, this story added another dimension to the series, and now I am set to go hunting for number two, as that ending means I need it now.

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers Book 2) by Belinda Williams – Review by Sara Oxton

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Spoilsport (Pierce Brothers, #2)Spoilsport by Belinda Williams
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Spoilsport by Belinda Williams a fab four-star read. I nearly gave this five-stars, but I just took too long to get to grips with Nadia, she was great, but she irritated me a lot especially in the beginning, I was wondering why Luke fell for her, but then when you really get to know her you get her completely, I don’t know if I liked her sooner would I have given it five stars? Who knows, if you like friction in your romance that adds a spice this is for you.

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Unlikely to Fit (Parker Lake) by Olivia Sherwood – Review by Sara Oxo

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Unlikely to Fit (A Parker Lake Novel Book 2)Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Unlikely to Fit by Olivia Sherwood a five-star read that will definitely fit in your top reads. This is the second book in the Parker Lake series, you don’t need to have read the first book to know what’s going on but you will want to re-read it if you haven’t before this. It’s that good a read. This story has it all, Brekin Henderson comes into her own in this story, she goes from meek and weak divorcee who people gossiped about when her husband left her, to a woman that you would happily go to CeCe’s with and get a mani-pedi before going to drinks with and eyeing up all the candy. But to be fair you would probably have to deal with Griffin Stephens Mema and her crazy cat obsession, (She’s whom I plan to be in 60 years) to get to the Candy. As she would definitely be trying to keep you away from her grandson.
This book was so funny, I couldn’t put it down. I love Olivia Sherwood’s writing and don’t know how I missed this story until now. I can’t wait to see who we will be finding more about in the next Parker Lake series book. I just know I want me a Griffin of my own to call me his Jelly Bean

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Snowflakes & Stockings (A Wilton Hills Christmas Book 4) by Marianne Rice – Review by Sara Oxton

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Snowflakes & Stockings (A Wilton Hills Christmas, #4)Snowflakes & Stockings by Marianne Rice
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Snowflakes and Stockings by Marianne Rice a sweet and seasonal five-star read. This was great if a little predictable at times, but it has all the makings of a great story. Christmas, a go getter wanting to get ahead, and someone with a secret. Liberty and Sawyer will warm your heart as well as your toes. If you love Christmas give this one a go.

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LUKE (DEFAULT DISTRACTION #4) by A. S. Roberts – Review by Sara Oxton

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Luke (Default Distraction #4)Luke by A.S. Roberts
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Luke by A.S. Roberts a stunning five-star read. This is number four in the Default Distraction series and just like the other three stories, this one deserves chef kisses. I love everything this author writes and Luke just had that something extra. Getting to know Luke and his history the depth and emotion of his story just blew me away. Then when you add Nikki and her family history, it becomes an explosive five-star read. One that will enamour you to the story and make you fall in love with both of them. This was a great story and one that everyone needs to read, do not miss this amazing series.

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Sea Mage (The Nightshade Guild, Book 10) by Louisa Bacio – Review by Sara Oxton

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Sea Mage (The Nightshade Guild, Book 10)Sea Mage by Louisa Bacio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Sea Mage by Louisa Bacio a four-star read that needed a little more direction. This is number ten in the series, something I didn’t realise before I started, so maybe I should have read the blurb instead of just the cover, in my defence it’s a very pretty eye-catching cover. But the world building was great, and I didn’t feel too lost in that way, but the lack of clarity as to who we were hearing from threw me more. Overall, a good story, could have just done with a little more clarity. I will be picking more of the series up and I really liked the characters and would like to get to know them more.

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Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection #3) by Nikki Lynn Barrett – Review by Sara Oxton

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Snowfall Serenade (Soul Connection, #3)Snowfall Serenade by Nikki Lynn Barrett
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Snowfall Serenade by Nikki Lynn Barrett a five-star read that you need to read. This is number three in the Soul Connection series, and you could read it as stand-alone, but honestly, I would recommend you read them all as they build the background, and you get to know everyone. Nikki Lynn Barrett shows us grief and loss in a true and honest manner, its not glossy and light, its raw. Zelda and Scott will keep you hooked, they have a battle on their hands and its unsure if they will make it to the other side. This has been a great series and I am so excited for number four.

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The Girl and the Demon (The Girl and the Raven Book 3) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Sara Oxton

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The Girl and The Demon (The Girl and The Raven, #3)The Girl and The Demon by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Girl and the Demon by Pauline Gruber is a fabulous five-star read. This is number three in The Girl and the Raven series and this one adds something extra to the story, something I never imagined I would see in these three stories, and I would say do read them in order, as you get the best of the overall story following them all. Lucy has pulled many punches through the three stories, and they have been strong and this is an action packed story, one that will keep you hooked on every page. This series ends on a bag, the three stories all come to a great punch.

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven Book 3) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Sara Oxton

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The Girl and the Gargoyle (The Girl and the Raven, #2)The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Girl and the Gargoyle by Pauline Gruber is a fab five-star read. This is number two in The Girl and the Raven series and I would say its best to read them in order as this does build on the last story, in that one we met a few characters, in this one we get to meet more. So many more, and so much more angst in this one. There are parts that not everyone will love, but I really love it. Lucy takes us on a wild ride with this one.

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The Girl and the Raven (The Girl and the Raven Book 1) by Pauline Gruber – Review by Sara Oxton

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The Girl and The RavenThe Girl and The Raven by Pauline Gruber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Girl and the Raven by Pauline Gruber is a fantastic four-star read. This is number one in The Girl and the Raven series, and I enjoyed this story, it shows great promise for the series. Lucy will pull you in, her dilemma and drama will keep you hooked and leave you wanting to know everything. Lucy is tough and keeps the story together and the setting is strong, I felt it could have done with a little more putting together, it jumped a couple of times, or maybe I drifted I don’t know. This had the bones of being great, and I am hoping the second will get better.

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Stand Your Ground by A. J. Ullman – Review by Sara Oxton

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Stand Your GroundStand Your Ground by A.J. Ullman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Stand your ground by A.J. Ulman a five-star read that will grip you and only let you go when you feel the shot. This won’t be a story for everyone, as some people will miss the underlying theme to the story, maybe it’s because I don’t live where this is set, so I see the outside perspective, or maybe it just that I always try to be the devils advocate and show people both sides, and that’s what this story does so well, the author has a great way of showing you everything while keeping it hidden, it is almost like the wizard of Oz, you know what you are seeing, but there is so much more in reality. If you like a good thriller that has a voice that needs to be heard it is very current so will be raw to many, but this is something everyone should read.

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Born to Fight (Can’t Resist You Book 1) by Brittany Anne – Review by Sara Oxton

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Born to Fight (Can't Resist You, #1)Born to Fight by Brittany Anne
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Born to Fight by Brittany Anne is a fight-worthy four-star read. This is number one in the Can’t Resist You series and I am hopefully number two will give me some details that I missed in this one, it was such a great read, I was so close to giving it five stars but there were just some things that I couldn’t get passed. I love sinking my teeth into a good apocalyptic drama, so this was right up my street, the drama and action are very well done and most of the story flows well, the characters are developed, it was just the history that I didn’t get. Hopefully, the next instalment will fulfil what I want and be able to round the story to a full five stars.

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Silent Gavel (A Crawford Mystery Book 1) by Merissa Racine – Review by Sara Oxo

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Silent Gavel (Crawford Mystery #1)Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Silent Gavel by Merissa Racine a fabulous four-star read. This is the first in the Crawford Mystery series and I am excited to see what will happen next, the twists in this story are superb and will have you guessing all the way through. The details were very well done and added to the story, I love a good detail-oriented line, so it was good for me, but some may find it a little too much. It was Lauren who kept me hooked, the way she dug and kept going, she added something extra to the story.

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Why We Don’t Die in Dreams: Book 1 by Debbie Zello – Review by Sara Oxton

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Why we don't die in DreamsWhy we don’t die in Dreams by Debbie Zello
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Why we don’t die in dreams by Debbie Zello a fantastic five-star read. This was so good, but I need number two right this moment, there are so many things I want to say about this story, but I do not dare as, I don’t want to ruin the story, it’s a powerful twisty story that will keep you on your toes. There are details in this story, that will shock some, and had me stopping at times, but it’s so very good that you do keep going and going until the last page where you are left wondering. Do not miss this great story, and the one that better follow.

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No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio – Review by Sara Oxton

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No Strings AttachedNo Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Strings Attached by Lara Ward Cosio a very busy but very good five-star read. This was a great romance, and I loved Kayla and Tanner, even if their lives made me feel like I wasn’t doing enough, they both just have so much going on and so many balls in the air threatening to fall. But the main not such a couple, couple aren’t the only great characters in this story, there are others who will sucker you in as well. This is a great story, by a great author and one you need to read.

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Dating the It Guy by Krysten Lindsay Hager – Review by Sara Oxton

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Dating the It GuyDating the It Guy by Krysten Lindsay Hager
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dating the It guy by Krysten Lindsay Hager a fantastic four-star read. I adore this author and the way they make me feel like a teenage again. Emme was such a good character, she is so easy to understand and feel for. The rest of the characters were great, Brendon was a surprise for me and he really stood up. It was Emme’s grandparents that really got me, maybe as my own Nanna isn’t well right now, I don’t know. This was a great story and a great author that you shouldn’t miss.

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, book 1) by Amy McKinley – Review by Sara Oxton

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No Way Out (Mafia Elite, #1)No Way Out by Amy McKinley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

No Way Out by Amy McKinley a strong five-star read. This is number one in the Mafia Elite series, and it shows us what a great author we have here and also what a great series this promises to be. Liliana what a great character she is, but she has her own surprises, one being the strength of character she shows, but she has more that just her strength. Max was sublime, he also has surprises and secrets, this took me a while to get properly stuck into, but my goodness once I was stuck, I couldn’t be separated from this story. I was so gutted when this ended, I was sat wishing there were a hundred more pages as I wasn’t ready to say goodbye just yet.

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