Vi’s Comments (group member since Jun 04, 2011)

Vi’s comments from the Nothing But Reading Challenges group.

Good Morning, Team! Hope everyone had a fun weekend!

I finished up earlier today. It was just ok - the book took a while to get going and it was boring in the meantime. The main protagonists weren't that interesting especially the female MC. I couldn't care less about either of them. And the suspense portion was very weak with the female MC becoming TSTL towards the end. Argh. Waste of my time. Thankfully, I didn't buy it.

Happy Birthday, Lisa Kay! Hope you had an awesome day

Good Morning, Team!

I had two busy days when I didn't get much reading done. I had barely read 100 pages - a record! But today, I sat down and read and it was really delightful. I'm not sure if I've read Carla Kelly before (though I seem to have heard of her) but this book was really, really good. I loved the MC, the subtle humour and the characterizations. Oh and the title too. Another author whose backlist I need to check. Finally, a very interesting Regency Romance.

~Leslie~ wrote: "I have never heard of Edith Layton - I thought I read a lot of regency romances, but obviously I missed one. And how could I miss deals. Something is not right in the world!

Finished my Sherrilyn ..."

I'm about to break down and buy one or two. (Ha!) She seems very familiar.

Leslie, I'm always interested in Genetics. I tried very hard to major in it after college but my marks weren't good enough.

Leslie, I took a genetics course. They had weekly homework thingy and the discussion in the forums were pretty good too. I actually liked it - it made me miss college just a little bit.

Wow, Judy! Your books sound really good. I haven't decided which book to start next and there are soo many choices. And let me know how that Sarah McLean book is - I have it loaded on Kindle too.

Has anybody read Edith Layton? There's been deals on her books and it's sooo tempting to pick them up.

You should, Leslie. The first books takes a while to set up - it's the longest at almost 1000 pages but I really enjoyed it. Phedre is such an awesome heroine and the world Carey built was very very interesting. It's one of my favorite Fantasy series.

And I know about Coursera - I took a course some 8 months back but I couldn't really complete it. It was fun, though!

Good Morning, Team!! How's everybody doing?

I just finished re-reading -I've been wanting to read it ever since one my groups had a dark-fantasy month. I managed to gobble it in 2 days which must be a record (it's nearly 800 pages) It's one of the BEST trilogy endings I've ever read. And it's the best trilogy of Carey's. Now I need to find something light to read.

Lisa Kay wrote: " HP

Okay, just finished via audio. I was almost finished last night, so I went ahead and watched the ..."

Wow, LK! You really compared the movie and the book! The only plus point I can wholeheartedly say for the movie is that Harry's angstyness is portrayed well - especially for those who don't like teenage angst. The movie doesn't really advance the plot points as the book does. Maybe they didn't want to spend too much time talking?

Oh, glad you're enjoying Magic Burns, Rebecca! If you like this one, then you'll definitely find the rest even more enjoyable.

I stayed up yesterday night to . It was a good end to the trilogy though I'm a little on the fence about the way things played out. The book's still on my mind which is a great thing to say about it.

HP OoP

I finished OoP just before I left for my vacation. I loved listening to the audiobook - the angsty-ness was written very well. And I love how the other characters are developed in the book - especially Luna & Neville.

I'm starting tomorrow. I can't emphasize how much I'm enjoying Jim Dale's narration. I'm noticing more details this time around.

Good Morning, Team!! Hope everyone's having a great weekend!

I'm back from my mini-vacation - we had an awesome time at Bali but I definitely need to visit it again. Such a beautiful place.

I didn't have much time to read but I managed to finish (A really good fantasy set in feudal Japan - I need to find more books like these) & (A re-read - I'm currently re-reading this massive series and I felt this one was a little OTT with its ending.)

And having a relaxing day finished (An enjoyable MG fantasy?) today while Hubby cooked. Bliss!!

I'll be joining the BR too - definitely need to get this book off my TBR!

Thanks, LK & Judy!!

LK - Already planned out on places to visit and food to try. Bali's supposed to be a great place for Vegetarians. You won't believe how happy that makes me. I can't want to try out authentic Indonesian dishes Vegetarian Style.

Judy wrote: "I've read 10 books in the last 10 days and think I've burnt myself out a bit. Going to take it a bit slower."

Wow, Judy! 10 books in 10 days! Way to go!! You deserve a break!

And I'm so sad you didn't Throne of Jade - is it worth to give the first book a try anyways?

Lisa Kay wrote: "LOL! Maybe a shelf entitled: "leslie-&-lisa-kay-made-me-do-it.""

I really should have a shelf like that!

Good Morning, Team! I'll be off tomorrow to Bali, Indonesia for a weekend getaway. I've been wanting to go to Bali forever! I can't wait for tomorrow.

In prep for the trip, I loaded up my e-reader with books and hubby says if we *really* have to bring it along. I told him - but there are beaches there! :D

Thanks, LK!

LK, you're as bad as Leslie. I just added based on your comment in MT thread. You and Leslie should start a club!!

Thanks, LK! I was thinking White Cat might not work.

And one last question for this week: Would you accept fantasy setting? is supposed to be set in a fantasy version of Feudal Japan. Can I count it for #17 - Set in Japan?

I have two questions:

1. For #1 - One word Title, would A, An, The count? For example, would The Uninvited count as one word or two word title?

2. Would you accept or as B/W cover for #28?

Thanks!