Lynxie’s Comments (group member since Jan 12, 2012)

Lynxie’s comments from the Aussie Readers group.

Well done Odette!!

I can't see why you couldn't join in Sharon :) There's lots of reading to be done this month! 10 books each... if we can manage it :)

I finished my first:

2) A book recommended by a GR friend: The Bellamy Bird by Clare Havens (rec'd by: Jools) ★★★

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I've just picked up The Bellamy Bird which was recommended by Jools :)

I finished my sixth for the challenge.

5.TBR
Speculative: Decrypted by Lindsay Buroker (Indie) ★★★

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Janine wrote: "I have finished my 12th and final as I have had to cheat slightly as I will be travelling for all of August and didn't want to take this book with me
5. Speculative"

1 star! I had heard good things about this... interesting. :)

Doubt I'll get through all of these, but it'll be fun trying!!

1) The book that's been on your list the longest: On Dark Shores: The Lady by J.A. Clement (Since 2011) ★★★★

2) A book recommended by a GR friend: The Bellamy Bird by Clare Havens (rec'd by: Jools) ★★★

3) A book from your favourite genre: The Stone Gate by Mark Mann (Fantasy) ★★★

4) A book with over 400 pages: Demon's Grip by Tahlia Newland (453 pages)

5) A book by an author new to you: A Town Called Dust: The Territory 1 by Justin Woolley ★★★

6) The book you want to read the most: Finding Home by Lauren K. McKellar ★★★

7) A book by a male author: Nephilim Prophecy by Adrienne Wilder ★★

8) A book by one of your favourite authors: Shameless Corruption by Robert Fanshaw ★★★

9) A book by a female author: Edith by Jo Barney ★★★

10) A book with a cover you love: Wishing Cross Station by February Grace ★★★

Brenda wrote: "Well done Lynxie! I thought the same about your #5 and I'm very surprised she's done nothing about it!!"

You were a little more diplomatic with your review though... :)

Oh well, onto bigger and better things :D

Phrynne wrote: "Congratulations Lynxie:)"

Thanks Phrynne. :)

I've finished my challenge:

Let's see if I can do this:

2). Cover: Read a book that has one of the following winter colours predominately on the cover; Blue, White, Grey or Navy. (show the cover pic) Red Clover by Florence Osmund (mystery) ★★★★★

4. New Release (themed) (Aussie Author) (2015): The Lost Swimmer by Ann Turner - released: 1 June 2015 ★★★

5). Reader’s Choice by Aussie author: Read any (themed) book of your choice. Poisoned Waters by Ermisenda Alvarez ★

My final review for 5. is here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Brenda wrote: "Thanks Sandi:) Not sure how I'll go this time though;)"

Well you managed the first 5 in less than half the month :) I'm sure you'll get them read Brenda!!

MaryG2E wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "Finished my second:

4. New Release (themed) (Aussie Author) (2015): The Lost Swimmer by Ann Turner - release..."

As Brenda says, she gave it 5 stars. I guess it comes down to personal preference. I felt it was too slow, but then thriller/mystery/crime aren't my favourite genres. Where as Brenda reads a lot more books from those genres.

I guess the great thing is that each time you read a book where two people you know had vastly different reactions, you learn what it is you like that each of your friends likes/doesn't like.

I still enjoyed it, it wasn't a bad book. Just OK from me.

☼♄Jülie wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "Finished my second:

4. New Release (themed) (Aussie Author) (2015): The Lost Swimmer by Ann Turner - release..."

Thanks, Julie :) I noticed Brenda also got it via NG, but she didn't mention the formatting at all... so hopefully you got a good one and I just got a dud!

Finished my second:

4. New Release (themed) (Aussie Author) (2015): The Lost Swimmer by Ann Turner - released: 1 June 2015 ★★★

My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Brenda wrote: "Will this help us lower our TBRs do you think?
"

Nope, because if it really was heaven, it's constantly refresh with new books. A never ending TBR list and infinite time to read! Now that truly is heaven!

Finished my fifth:

R - Red Clover by Florence Osmund (Indie) ★★★★★

My review will be posted under Awesome Indies in the coming weeks.

I finished my first:

2). Cover: Read a book that has one of the following winter colours predominately on the cover; Blue, White, Grey or Navy. (show the cover pic) Red Clover by Florence Osmund (mystery) ★★★★★

My review will be posted under Awesome Indies in the coming weeks. :) A great, very light mystery drama type read.

Sally906 wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "Hmm I hadn't read the new guidelines till Maryanne mentioned them just before. Can I ask why the page number limit, Brenda?"

In the spirit of fairness, and to try and ensure that we..."

Thanks for explaining Sally. I was just curious :) I can completely understand how difficult it is to make rules while trying to keep most people happy. You guys do such a great job with this group :D

Hmm I hadn't read the new guidelines till Maryanne mentioned them just before. Can I ask why the page number limit, Brenda?

☼♄Jülie wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Oooh is that scary Lynxie?? Bad hair day? :)"

Sleepy Lynxie :) I've been sick on and off for about 7 weeks. Kinda over it."

Oh no! I hope you are on the mend now Ly..."

Thanks guys :) I think so... more sleep sounds like a plan. :) I might sneak in some reading too heh