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1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? I was able to complete one of my series which was the Shadow Falls series, I thought it was a great end to the series.
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started a few more series, which were
*I plan on reading the next book in the Blackbird Duology.
*I'm not sure if I will continue the Graceling Realm anytime soon because the first book wasn't all that intriguing to me.
*Maybe in a few months I'll get onto Where She Went which is the second book in If I Stay.
*I don't plan on reading the next book in the House of Night series anytime soon because this just wasn't a series for me.
*I do want to read the next book in the Sweet Trilogy soon because I really liked this book.
Overall, I wasn't really impressed with the new series I started this month.
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
Yes, 4 :D
The Violet Eden Chapters by Jessica Shirvington
Summer by Jenny Han
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles
The Dark Elements by Jennifer L. Armentrout
The Selection by Kiera Cass
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
Yes there were a few
*I really loved Entice which is the 2nd book in the Violet Eden Chapters. It was so far my favorite in the series.
*When I first started the Summer series by Jenny Han, I didn't love the first book (3 stars from me) but I loved loved the second book. It was really well written and I really enjoyed it.
*Rules of Attraction, I always love books where first the guy and girl hate each other and then end up loving each other. Beautifully written.
*Chosen at Nightfall was the last book in the Shadow Falls series and I really loved this one, it was a perfect end to the series.
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I completed three series: Last Chance Rescue by Christy Reece, Windfall Island by Anna Sullivan and Night Huntress by Jeaniene Frost. I'm now up to date in four series: Buchanan-Renard by Julie Garwood, Fatal by Marie Force, Lucy Kendall by Stacy Green and Stark International by J. Kenner.
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started six new series: Beartooth Montana by B. J. Daniels, Maiden Lane by Elizabeth Hoyt, Titanium Security by Kaylea Cross, Return to Briarwood by Elisabeth Barrett, Stark International by J. Kenner and Leo Demidov by Tom Rob Smith. I'm continuing all of them.
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many? Yes, I moved forward in four series: Thunder Point by Robin Carr, Lucy Kendall by Stacy Green, Buchanan-Renard by Julie Garwood and Kate Burkholder by Linda Castillo.
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I had two 5-star reads, Gone To Die by Stacy Green and One Night with You by Marie Force. The first was so emotionally and intellectually complex I couldn't put it down. The second was a prequel to a series that provided the background for the main couple's first encounter that we all wanted and it delivered.
Oh I've been waiting for this thread! I love seeing how everybody is doing.I'll post my stuff when I get home. :)
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1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? No2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started and finished
this month. I defintely will be continue this series.I also begin The Bishop Files by Kay Hooper
and I will continue that series as well.3. Did you move forward in any series? How many? No, but hopefully next month I will!
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I love this book. It had everything I like in a book, mystery and romance. Yes it is a long series, but I just love Eve and Roarke and I can't wait to read more about them.
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I completely get why you loved Naked in Death and plan to continue the series. It's my favorite and I promise you've got some really great books ahead of you.
That is what I keep on hearing about this series, that is getting better and better.
1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? Yes, two series:
2. Did you start any new series? I started 9 series and I'm only continuing 6
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many? This was the month where I read a couple of sequels that made me want to stop reading the series. So yes, I continued on 4 series but I'm stopping there with two of them.
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
It was superb! Made cry and made me laugh! It's so readable and funny and so freaking sad but hopeful. Completely recommend it.
Jonetta wrote: "4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?I had two 5-star reads, Gone To Die by Stacy Green and One Night with You by Marie Force. The first was so emotionally and intellectually complex I couldn't put it down. The second was a prequel to a series that provided the background for the main couple's first encounter that we all wanted and it delivered. "
I'm looking forward to both of these books.
1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?This month I completed/up-to-date with:
The Dresden Files - Jim Butcher
The Bodyguards - Cindy Gerard
The Hathways - Lisa Kleypas
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started Stacy Green's Lucy Kendall series.
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
Besides the series I completed, I moved forward with The Kowalskis by Shannon Stacey.
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I had a great month with 5 stars books:
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You've had a really good month. I can't wait to read Barclay's book.
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2. Did you start any new series?..."Good to nip a series in the bud if it's no longer working for you. Six new ones to move forward sounds exciting.
1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?Not this month!
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started the Dare River series by Ava Miles and will definitely continue!
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
I moved forward in 2 series -- Dare River by Ava Miles and Shifters Unbound by Jennifer Ashley.
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I did a re-read of the Travis series by Lisa Kleypas this month and all three books maintained their 5 star ratings. Just as good if not better the second time around :).
Robin wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?This month I completed/up-to-date with:
The Dresden Files - Jim Butcher
The Bodyguards - Cindy Gerard
The Hathways - Lisa Kleyp..."
Did you enjoy the Hathaways overall, Robin?
D.G. wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? Yes, two series:2. Did you start any new series?..."
What did you think of Burn for Me? I've been meaning to get to this one!
Viki wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? No2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started and finished [bookcover:Naked in Death|47..."
I really want to get back to the In Death series! Glad you enjoyed the first book :).
Erin wrote: "What did you think of Burn for Me? I've been meaning to get to this one! "It was so awesome! The usual amazing stuff from Ilona & Gordon. Lots of action, great characters and a very compelling love interest. I can't wait for the next book.
D.G. wrote: "Erin wrote: "What did you think of Burn for Me? I've been meaning to get to this one! "It was so awesome! The usual amazing stuff from Ilona & Gordon. Lots of action, great characters and a very ..."
Great to hear! Can't wait!
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It's wonderful when books withstand the time test. I'm also glad you're enjoying the Dare River series. Dare Valley continues to be my favorite.
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? I'm reading it this month. @Erin -
is fantastic! My only problem is that the 2nd book has been pushed back *sigh*
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Yes, one
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
Yes, 5
Continuing:
Not continuing:
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
Yes, 9
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
5 Stars
4.5 Stars
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2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?Yes, 5..."Moved forward in 9 series? That's wonderful, Lauren. Congrats on completing a series, too.
Lauren wrote: "@D.G. - how was Midnight's Kiss (Elder Races, #8) by Thea Harrison? I'm reading it this month."I liked it but it has some serious flaws. You will not BELIEVE the reason for the estrangement between Melly & Julian. It's in the WTF territory.
Trinity wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? I was able to complete one of my series which was the Shadow Falls series, I thought it was a great end to the series.
2. Did..."
Looks like you had a great month, Trinity!
Jonetta wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?I completed three series: Last Chance Rescue by Christy Reece, Windfall Island by Anna Sullivan and Night Huntress by Jeaniene Fr..."
Congrats on finishing/catching up on a few series! I enjoyed the Lucy Kendall series as well :)
Viki wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? No2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started and finished [bookcover:Naked in Death|47..."
I am glad you enjoyed Naked in Death! I hope you have a great time reading the rest.
D.G. wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? Yes, two series:2. Did you start any new series?..."
Yay, on completely a couple of series, D.G.!
Robin wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?This month I completed/up-to-date with:
The Dresden Files - Jim Butcher
The Bodyguards - Cindy Gerard
The Hathways - Lisa Kleyp..."
All book I want or have read, Robin! Great job!
Erin wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?Not this month!
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
I started the Dare River series by..."
I like when a series you love is just as great as you remember it!
1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? I completed the Last Chance Rescue series, completed/caught up on Alex Kava's Maggie O'Dell series and finished/caught up on Stacy Green's Lucy Kendall series
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
Alas, I have started new series, lol! I started Stacy Green's Lucy Kendall series, Laura Lippman's Tess Monaghan series and Allison Leotta's Anna Curtis series. I will be continuing with all 3 of the series.
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
I read book 2 and 3 of Linda Castillo's Kate Burkholder series. I read book 4 in PJ Tracy's Monkeewrench series. I read book 8 and 9 in Christy Reece's LCR series (I read book 10 accidently last month). I read book 5 in Lee Child's Reacher series. I read books 1, 2 and 3 in Stacy Green's Lucy Kendall series. I read book 11 in Alex Kava's Maggie O'Dell series.
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
Stranded, All Good Deeds, See Them Run, Gone To DiePray for Silence and Breaking Silence
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Well done, Kris!
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I completed the Last Chance Rescue series, completed/caught up on Alex Kava's Maggie O'Dell series and finished/caught up on Sta..."
Way to go, Kris!
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My curiosity is piqued!
Lauren wrote: "Kris - My Novelesque Life wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? I completed the Last Chance Rescue series, completed/caught up on Alex Kava's Maggie O'Dell se..."
Thanks, Lauren!
1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? No2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue? Yes Barleybridge series by Rebecca Shaw. Read book 1 - A Country Affair. Will continue.
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many? Yes Read 1 more in each of 2 series and 2 more in a third series. Will continue with all 3 series
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them? No
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2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue? Yes Barleybridge series by Rebecca Shaw. Read book ..."
Making steady progress, Linda! Good job!
Linda C wrote: "1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month? No2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue? Yes Barleybridge series by Rebecca Shaw. Read book ..."
That's great, Linda!
Erin wrote: "Did you enjoy the Hathaways overall, Robin? "I loved The Hathaways, especially Leo and Marks. I can't decide if I like Kleypas' historical romances (Hathaways, Wallflowers) or her contemporary romances (Travis) better.
Such a hard call! I wouldn't be able to decide either. Although, if we were talking about her more recent contemporary attempt (Friday Harbor) I would definitely choose her historicals!I think my favourite Hathaway couple is a tie between Cam and Amelia and Poppy and Harry :).
Finally catching up on this thread. It is great to see everyone's progress. Mine for the month.1. Did you complete and/or get up to date in any series this month?
Yes!! Her Royal Spyness series by Rhys Bowen.
2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
No new series
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
7 series (excluding the one I finished)
Monkeewrench by P J Tracy
44 Scotland Street by Alexander McCall Smith
Detective Jackson by L J Sellers
Matthew Barholomew by Susanna Gregory
In Death by J D Robb
Parasol Protectorate by Gail Carriger
Harry Bosch by Michael Connelly
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?
I loved Reunion in Death by J D Robb. Very clever plot.
Also loved The Last Coyote by Michael Connelly. The reader gets to learn a lot more about Harry in this one. I am wondering what will happen to him in the next one!
D.G. wrote: "Wow, Tracey. Great job! No new series!"Thanks D.G.! I am on a bit of a mission to get the amount of my series in progress under control. It was getting a little out of hand :-)
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Wow Tracey! I'm impressed not only with your progress but your not starting any new series. That's hard and it certainly puts a huge dent in your TBR and series list. Good job!
I'm thrilled you loved Reunion, which is one of my favorites, too.
Jonetta wrote: "Tracey wrote: "Finally catching up on this thread. It is great to see everyone's progress. Mine for the month...."Wow Tracey! I'm impressed not only with your progress but your not starting any..."
Thanks Jonetta! It was a good month for me.
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2. Did you start any new series? If so, what were they? Will you continue?
3. Did you move forward in any series? How many?
4. Any standout or 5 star books read? Why did you love it/them?