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[Leea, Escape Artist]

I'm almost done with , it's really good and I can't wait to see what happens. I do love how in these books some of the characters have special gifts.

Regina, I may finish tomorrow morning if you want to start Lie Still? I know I keep going back and forth - sorry!

[Angie Elle, BaBAMB!!!]

Wendy F wrote: "I still say I'm going to marry Jordan! ;)

Thanks Lori! I'll check it out after I"m done."

Wendy, I cut that dream loose when I saw him on The Surreal Life. I can't marry a man who is higher maintenance than I am. LOL

[Angie Elle, BaBAMB!!!]

I am reading .

[D.G.]

I was a NKOTB fan in the DR! So their awesomeness crossed boundaries.

I haven't listened to a song in years though. Should download some from iTunes. ;)

[D.G.]

Now that I understand the world better, I'm really liking . Thankfully, my library has the second book in the series which I just requested.

Why do descriptions have to contain huge spoilers? As I went to request the second book, I couldn't help but to glance at the description and got a huge spoiler in first sentence! WTH??

[Regina]

I am reading (with Leea) -- it starts off good.

[Kay]

D.G. wrote: "Now that I understand the world better, I'm really liking . Thankfully, my library has the second book in the series which I just requested.

Why do descript..."

I love Under the Never Sky and I'm so glad you're enjoying it. The next book is good too as well as the little novella about Roar & Liv.

[Kay]

I decided to read . I just hope it doesn't disappoint me b/c I've seen some mediocre reviews.

[Ian]

Just starting The Emperor's Edge....another book I found by stalking friend's books.

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

D.G. wrote: "Now that I understand the world better, I'm really liking . Thankfully, my library has the second book in the series which I just requested.

Why do descript..."

That's how I was. I had to get past the first hurdle of trying to figure out what was going on, then the book started to become a lot more interesting. I will say that this series is definitely more character-driven than world driven. Normally, I'd complain when the world isn't as complex in sci-fi/dystopia/post-apocalyptic, but the characters were so lovely. I adore Perry (I would mention a scene but I don't know if you're there yet) and think Aria is far less annoying than a lot of other female protags.

[Anna (Bobs Her Hair)]

Kay wrote: "I decided to read . I just hope it doesn't disappoint me b/c I've seen some mediocre reviews."

I think it's a departure from what we read in Lothaire. As with the other lykae romances, MacRieve's mate is an immortal he despises. (Lachlan hated vampires who kept him captive. Bowen hated witches who hurt his father's family).

MacRieve has an emotional depth and maturity I have seen in other IAD books. I thought it was very good and didn't want to put the book down. You should be fine, as long as you don't expect Lothaire's over-the-top hijinks.

[Leea, Escape Artist]

Reading (with Regina :) and it's good. It always interesting to read a book set in Texas, I can't wait to see how she writes the state.

[Crystal]

I just finished last night, and I pulled off my bookshelf this afternoon to read. It's been sitting there unread for almost a year now!

[Marcella]

Crystal wrote: "I just finished last night, and I pulled off my bookshelf this afternoon to read. It's been sitting there unread for a..."

What did you think of Clockwork Princess?

[Domino (aka Meme)]

started . pretty good so far.

[Courtney]

Finished . Wasn't worth my time or money so I kind of regret buying it.

Might continue on with the Fever series with . Not too sure yet.

[Crystal]

Marcella-- Loved it! So heartbreakingly good. I got to the end and my boyfriend was like 'Don't tell me your crying' and all I could say was 'BUT IT WAS SO SAD AND SO BEAUTIFUL'

[Kay]

Anna (Bobs Her Hair) wrote: "I think it's a departure from what we read in Lothaire. As with the other lykae romances, MacRieve's mate is an immortal he despises...."

Thanks, Anna. I am on Chapter 14 right now and I'm loving it! I just love her Lykaes...so yummy! I forget how much I enjoy Cole's writing and humor too...I guess that's b/c we get an IAD book only once a year!

I haven't read The Arcana Chronicles or The Dacians series. Have you read these yet?

[Regina]

You *may* continue with the Fever series? LOL! I am not sure if I had a choice to continue it! I felt like I was going to go insane if I didn't keep reading. :D

I am really enjoying -- Leea thanks for kicking me in the butt to start it. :) I might not have!

[Anna (Bobs Her Hair)]

@Kay... I havent read the Dacians or Arcana, yet. Couldn't work up excitement for the spin-off even though I bought the book. I want to try the Arcana series. :)

[Tellulah]

Courtney wrote: "Finished . Wasn't worth my time or money so I kind of regret buying it.

Might continue on with the Fever series with . Not too sure yet."

Courtney, keep going with Fever! I promise book 4 is so worth it!

I've been power-junkieing my way through the Elementals series. Want book 4 now! It makes me realize how happy I am with other series like Fever or VA that I came to them once they were already complete.

I think I'm going to jump to a totally different type of story and read next because I fear any follow up YA PNR will be pale in comparison to Elementals.

[Marcella]

Crystal wrote: "Marcella-- Loved it! So heartbreakingly good. I got to the end and my boyfriend was like 'Don't tell me your crying' and all I could say was 'BUT IT WAS SO SAD AND SO BEAUTIFUL'"

That's too funny Crystal. Boyfriends and husbands just don't get it. Ha ha!

[Lisa]

@Tellulah - So you were lucky enough not to experience Fever Hell while waiting for the final book? It was painful! Elemental series is similar?

[D.G.]

Finished and loved it! I'll start next and if it fits the Bingo shelf, I'll move on to .

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

Lisa wrote: "@Tellulah - So you were lucky enough not to experience Fever Hell while waiting for the final book? It was painful! Elemental series is similar?"

Elementals is not similar to Fever but it's a LOT of fun. The books always make me smile. That series was like a breath of fresh air when I first read it because it's so smartly written and not full of annoying characters.

But if you read it at some point, start with the short prequel novella. You'll be happy you did.

Woo hoo D.G. I'm happy you loved it! I wasn't sure if you were going to for some reason. But I'm happy to have another person to share the Perry and Roar love with.

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

Leea, I won't be starting Joyland until later this afternoon. I am going to try and buckle down and finish DoBaS first, just so I can quit juggling books.

[Lisa]

The Elemental series is different than the series that starts with?

[Leea, Escape Artist]

Regina wrote: "I am really enjoying -- Leea thanks for kicking me in the butt to start it. :) I might not have!..."

I'm really enjoying it too... I'm glad we're reading it together.

Stacia, sounds perfect. I was going to start this afternoon as well. Can't wait!!

[Leea, Escape Artist]

Lisa wrote: "The Elemental series is different than the series that starts with? "

Yes!

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

Lisa wrote: "The Elemental series is different than the series that starts with? "

Yes. It's this series.

[Regina]

D.G. wrote: "Finished and loved it! I'll start next and if it fits the Bingo shelf, I'll move on to [bookcover:Through the Ever Night|1..."

What is this series like? I keep meaning to start but then I delete it offof my iphone (I have the audio). Would I like it?

I thought Joyland was the perfect book to listen to via audio. I still need to do my review.

Damn, I really need to read the Elemental series.

[Angie Elle, BaBAMB!!!]

Regina wrote: "D.G. wrote: "Finished and loved it! I'll start next and if it fits the Bingo shelf, I'll move on to [bookcover:Through the..."

Are you in a rush to read the Elemental series, Regina? I'd like to read them, too, but I'm thinking it'll be September before I can get to them.

[Regina]

Angie I am in no rush. :)

[D.G.]

Regina wrote: "What is this series like? I keep meaning to start but then I delete it offof my iphone (I have the audio). Would I like it?"

I think you'd like it. It's about a world where a group lives in a dystopia society and escape to a virtual world while another group lives in the wild and have to work really hard to survive. The story has interesting parallels with today's world, I thought...the males characters were great too. The female lead wasn't too bad but I thought she needed a bit more depth. Overall though I really liked it.

Don't know about the audio. I read the book.

[Lisa]

Oh I see - got the Elemental series mixed up with the Elemental Assassins series LOL! Thanks for setting me straight, ladies :D

[Crystal]

Marcella wrote: "That's too funny Crystal. Boyfriends and husbands just don't get it. Ha ha! '"

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They really don't! Silly boys :) I was trying to tell him that (view spoiler)[when Tessa was with Jem and remembering how hard it was for her after Will died that it made me think of what it will be like for me if he goes first and jsutoahegpioaheogae MEN. (hide spoiler)]

[Marcella]

Ha ha Crystal! I agree.

[Lisa]

While investigating the Elemental series and adding the first 2 books to my wish list, I read the Kemmerer's blog article, 'Talking to an author'. She sounds like a sweetheart :)

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

She is! She is one of my all-time favorite authors to chat with. She's big on reviewer rights and loves all feedback on her books, even when it's not positive.

I can't be happier for her success because it's well deserved.

[Lisa]

Her ability to juggle family, job AND writing, oh AND keep in touch with her fans, answering emails, etc. - impressive! She must get lots of support from her husband. Or she doesn't require much sleep LOL. Yes, I like what she said about loving to read reviews on her stories, even the negative because it's getting a reaction - that she inspires feelings and that the reviewer takes the time to write about it. Great attitude! Love it.

[Leea, Escape Artist]

Started ... I really like how King tells stories.

Regina, Still reading 33%, (view spoiler)[Emily had lunch with the mayor, what a sleaze but I loved her description of her reaction to him putting his hand on her back. Mike - he found out that Pierce was killed. Do you think Emily killed him? I get the impression we're suposed to believe that but I don't know. (hide spoiler)] Going to talke a bit of a break for Joyland, but i'll read more in a bit.

[Crystal]

I really like Kemmerer.

[Tellulah]

Lisa wrote: "@Tellulah - So you were lucky enough not to experience Fever Hell while waiting for the final book? It was painful! Elemental series is similar?"

Yes, I was very lucky in that respect. All the Fever books had been written. Sorry, if I implied Elementals series was similar. I just meant that I hate the fact that I have to wait for the rest of the series. Wish it was complete too! :)

[Anna (Bobs Her Hair)]

Tellulah wrote: "Lisa wrote: "@Tellulah - So you were lucky enough not to experience Fever Hell while waiting for the final book? It was painful! Elemental series is similar?"

Yes, I was very lucky in that respect..."

Oh, Kemmerer's Elemental series...love it! Not to be confused with Estep's Elemental Assassin series or Elizabeth Hunters' Elemental Mysteries or Anya Bast's Elemental Witches or all the other Elemental series out there.

I get them mixed up, too.

[Lisa]

@Tellulah - Oh, I meant the wait for the next book in the series being REALLY hard - that similarity between Elemental and Fever series, not the story content. I mean the wait for the final book in the Fever series was torture because of the dang cliffhangers! Yes, it's nice getting into a series that's already complete, for that very reason :D

I read and really enjoyed it. Makes me want to read more S.King novels. I used to read all his books early in his career but dropped off when I first moved up here to the woods, in the dark, where I got scared more easily. Now I can handle it better. I think. Eek.

[Lisa]

@Anna - OMG! I had no idea there were so many Elemental type series out there! Thanks for posting that along with the author's names. Nice!

[Tellulah]

If you're looking for a great investigative reporter murder story was a fun and fabulous read.

[Anna (Bobs Her Hair)]

Lisa wrote: "@Anna - OMG! I had no idea there were so many Elemental type series out there! Thanks for posting that along with the author's names. Nice!"

Elementals are the new vampire, didn't ya know? heh heh Anne Bishop's new UF has Elementals incorporated into her Others series. There are other Elemental series that I've stumbled across, but Jennifer Estep is the first author(that I know of) that dedicated a series to these particular paranormal beings.

I wonder what's next? Perhaps Nalini Singh will have a spinoff series for rat changlings. There'd be other rodent changlings - chinchillas, hamsters, and gerbils - to spice things up. Of course it would have to take place in a culture that reveres rats. Think it could work?

[Ian]

I'm reading The Emperor's Edge at the moment. I'm really enjoying it a lot but it's described as "High Fantasy" and I'm just not seeing it. I kind of want Ace or Belle to read it and give their expert opinions.

[Stacia (the 2010 club)]

Asking for my opinion on anything is a dangerous road to travel, Ian. Why isn't it seeming like fantasy?

Lisa wrote: "@Tellulah - Oh, I meant the wait for the next book in the series being REALLY hard - that similarity between Elemental and Fever series, not the story content. I mean the wait for the final book in..."

I just started Joyland with Leea. So far, so good.