Jonetta’s Comments (group member since Nov 25, 2014)

Jonetta’s comments from the 2-3-4 Challenge group.

I finished:

What Cannot Be Said by C.S. Harris, Sebastian St. Cyr #19, and in a word…outstanding!
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The Stranger At Black Lake by Christina McDonald, Jess Lambert #.5, a creepy start to a very promising series.
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Good Half Gone by Tarryn Fisher and it was disappointing, crippled even more by an ill-suited narrator.
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I finished What Cannot Be Said
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I finished The Stranger At Black Lake
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I finished listening to Good Half Gone
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Thanks for that. I’m hanging by a thread.

I finished listening to The Last Love Note by Emma Grey, an honest story about grief and triumph.
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I finished listening to The Last Love Note
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Sharon wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?

Completed 1 and Up to Date with 1 Completed: Julie Garwood’s Buchanan-Renard series. The books in the series were hit or miss, b..."

You had a great month, Sharon! Thanks for that feedback on Orphan X. That’s one of my biggest regrets from my issues in 2023. I love that series and so wanted to discuss!

Robin wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?
I finished Julie Garwood's Buchanan-Renard series and The Agathas series by Kathleen Glasgow & Liz Lawson.

2. Did you start any ..."

First, congrats on doing so well with your series work!

I was hoping we would selected that Lisa Regan series. I’ve wanted to start for quite some time.

Robin wrote: "Isn't it strange how our experiences change when we're re-reading some books? Reading tastes definitely change over time. I've picked up books that I loved the first time around, only to find that I'm not much of a fan the second time around...."

Yes! It’s happening with higher frequency these days. I know my tastes have “evolved” and it feels weird.

I think you’d enjoy it. The two novellas are a great intro into her writing style.

1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?
I completed one series, The Thompsons of Locust Street by Holly Bush

2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started one series, Cormac Reilly by Dervla McTiernan and definitely plan to continue.

3. Did you move forward in any series (that you didn’t complete or finish)? How many?
I moved forward in one series, Lucas Davenport by John Sandford, though I’m continuing the reread of the Fatal series by Marie Force.


4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I loved The Earl's Match and how the series ended. Frank and Red managed to far surpass my already high expectations. And, my reread of New York to Dallas turned a previously disappointing reading experience to one I absolutely loved. Go figure.

5. Overall summary of your reading month?
I had a great month as far as enjoyment is concerned. Not a single disappointment in the ten books I read.

Lauren wrote: "I completely forgot to post my round-up for February!

1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? I am caught up with one series. The next book comes out in May 2024.
[boo..."

I admire your ability to walk away from a series. Congrats on all the series progress!

I finished listening to Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth and though it’s a tough read these “sisters” made it easier.
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I finished listening to Darling Girls
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I finished listening to Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle and again the magical realism defines the story.
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I finished listening to Expiration Dates
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Thank you, Robin! That’s great news.

I finished listening to Fatal Deception by Marie Force, Fatal #5, and this time the case brought all the intrigue.
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I finished listening to Fatal Deception
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