Historical Romance Book Club discussion
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I also used the web site. That has problems too.It not showing this year’s challenges. Have to press the more button. Then the information comes up for 24. But my books count is wrong . I have to go into more on each challenge then go to my book shelf to see if they are on there and then go back for them to show the right results .🤦♀️
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I had a glitch years ago (some shelves had disappeared and did not reappear after I logged out and in several times) and I had to go to "Help" to get someone to add them back (not the same prob you have, I know - but my point is it might be something on their end that they can fix)So, maybe try (on website):
go down to very very bottom of page and click on "Help"
then --> click "My Account" and then on the "My Account" page at the top --> click on the tab "Questions and Answers"
From there you could scan the top Q&As to see if any apply (I do see down at the bottom on my view of that page that there is a question about "reading challenge for 2024 not accepting books" [not sure if that's a match for the problem you are describing?])
...or if you can't find your problem already listed, then click on "contact us" button (my view has it on the top right) and then describe your problem and it might be something they can fix on their end.
🐝 Shaz 🐝 wrote: "I also used the web site. That has problems too.It not showing this year’s challenges. Have to press the more button. Then the information comes up for 24. But my books count is wrong . I have to..."
I agree with Cath. This sounds like an issue with your book page specifically. The Help people may be able to fix the issue, especially the incorrect book count (which often needs to be corrected).
There is even a special thread for fixing that - Shelf Reset Request Thread
Oh, no! I'm sorry to hear that, Shaz. It can be irritating/frustrating. Everything seems to be working fine on my end. I hope GR can fix the issue.
I will see if it right it’s self. Fingers crossed 🤞. I am hopeless with technology. But if it’s still the same by weekend. I will have to try what Cath suggests and the shelf reset.
Thank you ladies. Advice much appreciated.
Looks good , thanks Missy .
Missy wrote: "The trailer is here! Bridgerton S3!!! https://youtu.be/U4JYAx5rNRA?si=7PMhe..."
OMG! I cannot wait!
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Interesting to see Tessa Dare's A Week to Be Wicked at #1. This was the first 'modern' historical romance novel that I read, and it has led to a whole new genre of reading for me.
Thanks for sharing, Susan. An interesting list, and I have downloaded a few kindle samples of some I haven't read :) I like that there are quite a few HRs in there too.
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I've read 15 of the books on the list and some others are on my TBR.While I agree that there are excellent books on the list ("Burn for Me", "Nine Rules...", "P&P", "The Viscount...") others are meh - Courtney Milan's "Duchess War" has plotting issues, and "The Kiss Quotient" has several problematic portrayals of consent and autism.
Moreover, these same authors have better books than the ones mentioned. For instance, "Vision in White" is far from being one of Nora's best works.
Finally, several better books were left off the list - "The Hating Game", "When Beauty Tamed the Beast" "The Bollywood Affair", "The Duke of Shadows" and many others.
It proves once again that celebrity lists are not all that.
Lauren wrote: "I've read 15 of the books on the list and some others are on my TBR.While I agree that there are excellent books on the list ("Burn for Me", "Nine Rules...", "P&P", "The Viscount...") others are ..."
I agree Lauren 😊
Ditto! They missed some great historical romances. Though, I like that they put a Kathleen E. Woodiwiss book
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Lauren wrote: "Ditto! They missed some great historical romances. Though, I like that they put a Kathleen E. Woodiwiss book"Yes, I liked that too although I enjoyed The Wolf and the Dove more.
Sandra wrote: "I don't agree also in all that choices, it's strange only 2 classics as best romances of 30 Greatest Romance Novels to Read in Your Lifetime..."It appears they chose books non-romance readers would at least be familiar with. I am sure they did not consult actual romance readers.
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/mimim...
What do you think of it?
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It appears they chose books non-roma..."
It appears so! :(
Just been away for a week on a coaching trip. Visiting the historic towns of Bath, Bristol and Wells.Bath was nice with its Regency buildings, including Royal Crescent .
Well’s is a lovely place, with the Bishop Palace. Where we seen the Swans and their baby signets , ringing the bell to get some food. Really cute as the older swans, have learned the little ones to do it.
The architecture in the cathedral was amazing . It was built in 1174 to the 1400. Medieval. The workmanship is unbelievable, when you think of the tools they had in them days. It also has the oldest street that is still lived in, which was built 650 years ago.
Bristol has lots of regency and medieval architecture and Bristol harbour with old ships. The Cathedral used to be an Abbey built in 1100.
Good week with plenty of walking . Just what a historical reader needs to go back in time. Especially when you are reading a historical book , between visits 📚😂
🐝 Shaz 🐝 wrote: "Just been away for a week on a coaching trip. Visiting the historic towns of Bath, Bristol and Wells.Bath was nice with its Regency buildings, including Royal Crescent .
Well’s is a lovely place,..."
Bath is gorgeous. Did you have a Sally Lunn's bun?
No the queue was too long 🙄😂
Sounds like a great trip, Shaz. Glad you had a good time.
🐝 Shaz 🐝 wrote: "No the queue was too long 🙄😂"Sad - next time!
Thank you Oleander.Been to Bath 3 times, so there probably won’t be a next time.
Definitely worth going back to Wells. Lovely place , well worth another visit. Only small but it’s nice.
Shaz, sounds like a great beginning to your summer!
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Yes it was a lovely historical trip. With lots of lovely architecture. It’s unbelievable how they could create such beautiful buildings.
Shaz, your trip sounds amazing! I'm planning to spend a week in Devon in November. It looks like those may be doable day trips since I plan to rent a car and drive.
Wells is lovely. You can get a £20 ticket combined , to enter the Cathedral and Bishops Palace. Vicars close is nice and next to the cathedral.Bath is also lovely. As we have been in the Cathedral and Roman Bath before, we never went in this time . But I was told by another person on our trip, that she could not get in the Baths. As now you need to book on line for the Roman Baths and it’s £25 each. Which I think is scandalous.
Do hope you like your visit, if you manage to get there.
Shaz how wonderful. We took a day trip by train to Bath when we were in London a couple years ago as a spur of the moment. We had tea at the Pump Room and the Cathedral was wonderful. Alas it was cold and rainy so limited what we did. Your tour sounds fantastic.
🐝 Shaz 🐝 wrote: "Just been away for a week on a coaching trip. Visiting the historic towns of Bath, Bristol and Wells.Bath was nice with its Regency buildings, including Royal Crescent .
Well’s is a lovely place,..."
Sounds great! Glad you enjoyed.
The trailer for the second part of Bridgerton Season 3 was released earlier today! https://youtu.be/gBwRga4b1Os?si=kixYg...
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That's a fine example :/
I was just browsing NetGalley new books, and you know immediately are Historical Romance, I think it's sad... :(
Sandra wrote: "Last night, after putting the BOTM books on my TBR, my daughter asked me: Why do you only read books with naked people on the cover? 😟"LOL!
Ha, ha, my daughters tease me all the time!
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I think self published authors take more care in their covers (perhaps have more control). With the Big publishers the cover is not remotely like the story characters. You read where the heroine is full figured and the cover model looks anorexic.
Lady Jane is a new historical fantasy series (8 episodes) on Amazon Prime based on a book. My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi Meadows.
(copied and pasted from Amazon Prime)
Are you ready for an epic tale of true love, high adventure, regicidal maniacs, deadpan heroism, devious intrigues, swashbuckling swordfights, a soupçon of magical realism and oodles of yearning, banter and undeniable chemistry? Of course you are. Welcome to My Lady Jane.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwFty...
Missy wrote: "Lady Jane is a new historical fantasy series (8 episodes) on Amazon Prime based on a book. My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, Jodi Meadows.
(copied and pasted from Amazo..."
Thanks for the heads up! I'll definitely give it a go this weekend.
I did see this yesterday advertised on prime, probably have a look at it over the weekend. Thanks Missy.
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It’s been confirmed that Benedict’s book will be adapted in Season 4 of Bridgerton!
If you watched season 1 of The Law According to Lidia Poet on Netflix, season 2 is coming next week (Wednesday, Oct 30th)! Trailer for season 1 (NSFW)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyIeH...
Trailer for season 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MHNa...
Missy wrote: "If you watched season 1 of The Law According to Lidia Poet on Netflix, season 2 is coming next week (Wednesday, Oct 30th)! "I really enjoyed Season 1. Thanks for the heads-up, Missy!
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I just tried the app on my phone and it took about half a minute to load. It looks fine and I see all three of my currently reading books.