R7: Team #6 ~ SSSSSSixes

[Nichole]

JenniJenni wrote: "

Dead Ever After
Freespace Shelf
05 June 13
★★ 1/2

Well, that was a complete let down. Very anticlimactic. As the final book in the series, I thought there wou..."

Ya know, this used to be one of my favorite series. Now, I still have book #11 on tbr and I just can't seem to make myself read it. I keep putting it in challenges hoping to push myself to finish it, only to replace it with something else. I will eventually get to them. After all, I'm too close to the end. I'm just not going to rush it anymore. And I definitely won't be buying them anymore :)

[JenniJenni]

Nichole wrote: "JenniJenni wrote: "

Dead Ever After
Freespace Shelf
05 June 13
★★ 1/2

Well, that was a complete let down. Very anticlimactic. As the final book in the series, ..."

I completely understand. It used to be my favorite series too. Book 11 was not good. I had to force myself to read book 12 and was surprised. It actually turned out well. I was hoping that the final book would be amazing, but no such luck. I felt I had invested too much time in the series not to finish it. Harris should have stopped at 10. I'm so disappointed. :(

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Week 1~Assassins COMPLETED: 2/5
Sallie~ Another One Bites the Dust, jennifer rardin
Mandy~ Ecstasy Unveiled, larissa ione
AH~ Heart of Venom, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.04 4*s
JenniJenni~ By a Thread, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.03 5*s
Nichole~ Red-Headed Stepchild, jaye wells

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 1/5
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf)
Mandy~
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf)
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Hi everyone - I have posted the update & also I have added our Wildcard Picks to that pick also...I have tried to go back & catch everyones books so please let me know if I missed anyone please...
Also, please note if your book is from 1 of the sources for the Free Space please....

[JenniJenni]

Sallie-

My Freespace read was off of the Group's Bookshelf. Sorry about not including that.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Jenni there is also that may clear up some stuff. I don't know cause I'm only up to #9, and I'm getting the books from the library cause of all the unhappy talk ;)

[JenniJenni]

Sandra wrote: "Jenni there is also that may clear up some stuff. I don't know cause I'm only up to #9, and I'm getting the books f..."

Just another way for Harris to make a buck. I doubt I will be reading 13.5, much less paying for it. ;)

[Nichole]

Sallie(Shuga) wrote: "please note if your book is from 1 of the sources for the Free Space please.... "


is on the S.O.S. bookshelf.


Also, I finished my book and have my review, but it's not a typical review. I think most of you have read it already, so it's more of my thoughts on the book instead of a synopsis. I hope that's okay?? If not I can try to redo it.

[Nichole]

Title: Red-Headed Stepchild by Jaye Wells
Shelf: Assassins
Read: 6/5/13
Rating: ★★★☆☆


Synopsis: In a world where being of mixed-blood is a major liability, Sabina Kane has the only profession fit for an outcast: assassin. But, her latest mission threatens the fragile peace between the vampire and mage races and Sabina must scramble to figure out which side she's on. She's never brought her work home with her---until now.
Review:
”Digging graves is hell on a manicure, but I was taught good vampires clean up after every meal.”
And I’m hooked….

The beginning of the story was fast-paced with lots of action, humor, killing and great world building. I like seeing new spins on vampire lore. The red hair being the vampire gene and the shade determining the age was pretty cool. Smoking blood, well that was a new one for me too.

Then after the first 10 or so chapters, I got bored. Sabina was really working my nerves with her blind loyalty to the vamps. I mean, they treated her like crap! Why wouldn’t she want to learn as much as she could about her mage heritage? The other side of her family tree? I understand not being able to trust Adam or the mages, but Knowledge is a weapon. Luckily, Giguhl brought much needed comic relief to the story. I hope we see more of him in the future. Even though Adam was not quite Alpha enough for my tastes, I really liked him. And with him you get the sexual tension. I would like to see where that goes. It’s the romantic in me, I can’t help it. Sabina slowly started accepting that she had friends, people that cared about her and vice versa.

The last 30% of the story picked up again. Sabina is finally accepting acknowledging the truth, that Clovis is not the biggest baddie around. Oh no, that’s Grandma Lavinia and her evil plans to take over the world. There was a big showdown, with lots of killing and kick-assery and an unsatisfying end for the villians. I was out for more blood. This wasn’t a great book, but it was good enough that I want to continue the series. I’m looking forward to Sabina embracing, hopefully, her mage abilities if not her family. So, I’m hoping the next book is better.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Nichole wrote: "Sallie(Shuga) wrote: "please note if your book is from 1 of the sources for the Free Space please.... "


is on the S.O.S. bookshelf.


Also, I finished my book a..."


Nichole, your thoughts on the book are actually what we want. I do a synopsis so I can remember which book is what, but I usually add my thoughts to it as well ;)

[Mandy]

Shelf: Assassins
Date Finished: 2013-06-06
Rating: ****

I enjoyed this addition to the series, but so many times my heart ached for Lore - everything was stacked against him and it looked like there was no way for things to improve! I was thrilled with the way things worked out though, both with his brothers and with Idess, especially the way they got revenge at the end. This is a fun series :)

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Week 1~Assassins COMPLETED: 4/5
Sallie~ Another One Bites the Dust, jennifer rardin
Mandy~ Ecstasy Unveiled, larissa ione FINISHED 06.06 4*s
AH~ Heart of Venom, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.04 4*s
JenniJenni~ By a Thread, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.03 5*s
Nichole~ Red-Headed Stepchild, jaye wells FINISHED 06.05 3*s

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 3/5
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf)
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf)

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

way to go everyone for completing the "Assassins" shelf...looks like I am last to finish...I will have my book finished this weekend....

[Mandy]

Shelf: Free Space (From SOS Bookshelf)
Finished: 6/7/2013
Rating: ****

This second installment in the Black Wings series is close to as exciting as the first. The poor heroine is still reeling from the various events in the first book, dealing with the fact that she cannot be with the man she wants and is engaged to one she doesn't want or even know, when her evil half-brother attacks again. She spends most of the book just trying to keep half a step ahead of her enemies, but I think she ended it with a greater appreciation of her own strength.

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Way to go Mandy...I will update soon

[AH]

Shelf: Free space (SOS Bookshelf)
Finished 6/7/13
Rating 4.5 stars

This has got to be one of the best urban fantasy series I've read this year. There's tons of action and lots of scary, teeth-gnashing supernatural critters, and a psychotic goddess for our heroes to battle. I loved learning more about Jessica's powers. Can't wait to read the next book.

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Updated thru post #66

Week 1~Assassins COMPLETED: 4/5
Sallie~ Another One Bites the Dust, jennifer rardin
Mandy~ Ecstasy Unveiled, larissa ione FINISHED 06.06 4*s
AH~ Heart of Venom, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.04 4*s
JenniJenni~ By a Thread, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.03 5*s
Nichole~ Red-Headed Stepchild, jaye wells FINISHED 06.05 3*s

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 3/5
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf)
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf)

[Nichole]

Title: Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs
Shelf: Free Space
Read: 6/8/13
Rating: ★★★★★

Review:

In Hunting Ground, Charles and Anna attend a summit in Seattle to discuss Bran's decision to reveal the wolves to the humans. We meet a large cast of characters from all over the world and deal with politics, murder, legend and magic in this amazing book.

Patricia Briggs has written another character-driven story that marks her as a favorite author of mine. She has the ability to take an ordinary character and turn them into Greatness. She can also make an extraordinary character almost human by showing their flaws and vulnerabilities. Hunting Ground is the perfect example.

"Anna Latham Cornick, Omega of the Aspen Creek Pack. Wolf. Sister. Daughter. Lover. Beloved."

Anna is the star here. She is really starting to come into her own and what it means to be Omega. We get to see how her confidence is growing and the impact it has on her and everyone around her. And let's not forget Charles.

"If it would benefit you, I would kill every wolf here. But there are things that you need to do- and interfering with that is not protecting, not in my book. The best way for me to protect you is to encourage you to be able to protect yourself."

And that is exactly what he is trying to do, even though it goes against his instincts. I love that he is so patient and tender with her. My favorite part of the book was the development with their mate bond. It is an adjustment and scary for both of them, but wondrous to witness. And poor Charles feels so undeserving, but Anna is trying to show him that she sees the real him.

"He loved her beyond all reason and didn't expect her to love him back. He was just waiting for her to wise up."

Lastly, I love Arthurian legends. What an unexpected gift to see it in an urban fantasy novel. Even though it may not have went the way I wanted it to go, it was still fascinating for me. So, Thank You Mrs. Briggs, for writing another book to add to my favorites. I can't wait to read Fair Game in the near future.

[AH]

This week's shelf has been announced. It's book boyfriends.

[AH]

For my Book Boyfriend book I am reading

[JenniJenni]

Book Boyfriends Shelf:

[JenniJenni]

Nichole wrote: "
Title: Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs
Shelf: Free Space
Read: 6/8/13
Rating: ★★★★★

Review:

In Hunting Ground, Charles and Anna attend a summit in Seattle to..."

I LOVE that you included quotes from the book to amp-up your review. Well done!

[Nichole]

Thanks Jenni! I don't write many reviews because I always feel kind of embarrassed, afraid they suck. It's that shy part of me, but I need practice! :)


Anyways, for this week's shelf I have a ton of possibilities. I even added a few books, which is not good since my tbr is out of control as it is.

I think I've decided on though. I planned on reading it this month anyway.

[AH]

Finished my book boyfriends book 6/9/13 4 stars

I don't have any words for this one...I'm afraid to spoil the story - so here goes. If you haven't started this series, what are you waiting for? This has got to be the best kept secret in the urban fantasy/ghost story world. These books are addictive and rightfully so. The characters are real life people with issues about their weight, their mental state, and their lives. The story keeps you captivated - I definitely did not want to put this book down.

On to the next book.

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

I finished my book for the Assassins shelf: Another One Bites the Dust by Jennifer Rardin...06.09 4*S...i loved the story - I think is both the characters (Jaz with her snarkiness, Vayl with his obvious "(Im in love with you attitude)...definitely a great read.

With that being said...we have our first stamp...yeah!!!

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Updated thru post #74

Week 1~Assassins COMPLETED: 5/5
Sallie~ Another One Bites the Dust, jennifer rardin FINISHED 06.09 4*s
Mandy~ Ecstasy Unveiled, larissa ione FINISHED 06.06 4*s
AH~ Heart of Venom, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.04 4*s
JenniJenni~ By a Thread, jennifer estep FINISHED 06.03 5*s
Nichole~ Red-Headed Stepchild, jaye wells FINISHED 06.05 3*s

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 4/5
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf)
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.08 5*s

BOOK BOYFRIENDS COMPLETED: 1/5
Sallie~ Last Sacrifice, richelle mead
Mandy~
AH~ On Demon Wings, karina halle FINISHED 06.09 4*s
JenniJenni~ On Dublin Street, samantha young
Nichole~ Wallbanger, alice clayton

[Mandy]

For Book Boyfriends I am going to read Beautiful Creatures - I have it from the library already.

[Steph, Serious series addict]

CONGRATULATIONS, SSSSSSixes!
You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'assassins'. 

[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]

Good Job!! :D

[Mandy]

Steph wrote: "CONGRATULATIONS, SSSSSSixes!
You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'assassins'. 

[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]

Good Job!! :D"

WTG Us! *stamp dancin'*

[JenniJenni]

On Dublin Street
Book Boyfriends Shelf
10 June 13
★★★★

It turns out I had already read this book. It must have been I while back because the details were fuzzy, so I decided to read it again. The story is good. There's a balance of serious, comedy and naughtiness. The writing is good and the author does a great job of building the characters and their world.

Ok, now onto the story. Joss has heartache in her life. Her parents and sister were killed in a car accident and then her best friend dies tragically. Fast forward eight years. She now lives in Scotland and due to her past she doesn't let anyone get close to her. She gets a new roommate (Ellie), falls in love with Ellie's brother (Braden) and tries to push everyone away when things get to serious.

Not a bad read at all...just a bit sappy at times. Oh, and the "caveman" crap that Braden pulls gets to be a bit much. Not sure if there is another book in the series, but I will probably read it if there is.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Congrats SSSSSSixes!

[Nichole]

Title: Wallbanger by Alice Clayton
Shelf: Book Boyfriends
Read: 6/10/13
Rating: ★★★★★

Review:
This book is my favorite read of 2013, so far. I loved it! Wallbanger has LOL until you cry humor, sizzling sexual tension, snarky banter, a slow burning romance and a HEA. Oh, and Clive the cat, we can’t forget him.

Caroline Reynolds has lost her O. Or rather, it was hijacked by Cory Weinstein, the machine-gun fucker and hasn’t been seen since. On the first night in her new apartment she is wallbanged awake by her neighbor. * Cue laughter* She becomes a peephole pervert trying to get a peek at the wallbanger and his harem but only gets glimpses of him. Sexually frustrated and tired from sleepless nights, she decides to confront him. And the verbal sparring begins.

Deciding to call a truce, they become friends. However, the sexual tension between them is off the charts. A slow simmering romance blooms with lots of swoon-worthy Simon moments. Caroline reunites with O and they get their HEA. The book ends with an epilogue from Clive, which was hilarious!

If you like romantic comedies you MUST read this book. I will definitely be reading more from Alice Clayton.

*one of my favorite Wallbanger clips*
(view spoiler)[
“Thump
“Oh, God”
Thump Thump

Unbelievable…

I woke up faster this time, because I knew what I was hearing. I sat up in bed, glaring behind me. The bed was still pulled safely away from the wall, so I felt no movement. But there was sure as hell something moving over there.

Then I heard ……hissing?
I looked down at Clive, whose tail was at full puff. He arched his back and paced back and forth at the foot of the bed.

“Hey, mister. It’s cool. We just got a noisy neighbor, that’s all,” I soothed, stretching my hand out to him. That’s when I heard it. “Meow”
I cocked my head sideways, listening more intently. I studied Clive, who looked back at me as if to say “T’weren’t me”.
“Meow! Oh, God. Me -Yow!”
The girl next door was meowing. What in the world was my neighbor packing to make that happen?
Clive, at this point, went utterly bonkers and launched himself at the wall. He was literally climbing it, trying to get where the noise was coming from, and adding his own meows to the chorus.

“Oooh yes, just like that, Simon…Mmmm….Meow, meow, Meow!”

Sweet Lord, there were out-of-control pussies on both sides of this wall tonight.” (hide spoiler)]

[AH]

Yah team!

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Mandy wrote: "For Book Boyfriends I am going to read Beautiful Creatures - I have it from the library already."

awesome book - I loved it...anxious to see what you think of this

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Updated thru post #84

Week 1~Assassins~STAMPED

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 4/5
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf)
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.08 5*s

BOOK BOYFRIENDS COMPLETED: 3/5
Sallie~ Last Sacrifice, richelle mead
Mandy~ Beautiful Creatures, kami garcia
AH~ On Demon Wings, karina halle FINISHED 06.09 4*s
JenniJenni~ On Dublin Street, samantha young FINISHED 06.10 4*s
Nichole~ Wallbanger, alice clayton FINISHED 06.10 5*s

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Hey everyone - Im sorry that I have been rather MIA this past week...Ive been busy with work & then when I get home I have been glued to The Restorer, amanda stevens...which I am reading for our Wildcard shelf & for another challenge & Im finding that I have a hard time putting that book down....ive almost been late for work 3 mornings this past week because I get caught up in Goodreads & with the book.lol

Hope everyone had a great week & will have an ever better weekend!!!

[Nichole]

Sallie(Shuga) wrote: "Hey everyone - Im sorry that I have been rather MIA this past week...Ive been busy with work & then when I get home I have been glued to The Restorer, amanda stevens...which I am reading for our Wi..."

I loved that book! I'm not so patiently waiting for the 4th book to come out :)

[Mandy]

Sallie(Shuga) wrote: "Mandy wrote: "For Book Boyfriends I am going to read Beautiful Creatures - I have it from the library already."

awesome book - I loved it...anxious to see what you think of this"

I like it so far, but I've been both busy and emotionally crazy, so I'm not very far into it yet.

[Christina (AKA Babbling)]

Sallie(Shuga) wrote: "Hey everyone - Im sorry that I have been rather MIA this past week...Ive been busy with work & then when I get home I have been glued to The Restorer, amanda stevens...which I am reading for our Wi..."

I loved the Restorer. I thought the second one was very creepy; a good Halloween read. :D I liked it better than the first. :D

[JenniJenni]

Love, love, love the Graveyard Queen series. I am highly anticipating the 4th book, which isn't due to be released until October. Ugh! It also appears that NBC will be making it into a weekly show. I hope they do it justice.

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

I finished my Wildcard shelf book: The Restorer, amanda stevens 06.14.2013 4*s...I really really loved this book thinking that this would be the rare occasion when I give a 5 star rating but I was somewhat disappointed with the ending in that I am now left with more questions than I had answers for but besides that the book was amazing. AS does a fantastic job of describing the cemetery plots the gardens the smells etc. I felt like I was already in South Carolina it felt that real. Made me homesick for those Georgia Pines. Definitely reading the next book in this series soon.

With this posting I am happy to announce another shelf has been covered yeah!!!!

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Updated thru post #91

Week 1~Assassins~STAMPED

WILDCARD COMPLETED: 5/5 stamp requested 06.15
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.14 4*s
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.08 5*s

BOOK BOYFRIENDS COMPLETED: 3/5
Sallie~ Last Sacrifice, richelle mead
Mandy~ Beautiful Creatures, kami garcia
AH~ On Demon Wings, karina halle FINISHED 06.09 4*s
JenniJenni~ On Dublin Street, samantha young FINISHED 06.10 4*s
Nichole~ Wallbanger, alice clayton FINISHED 06.10 5*s

[AH]

Shelf announced - Strong Heroines. Be warned! The shelf ends on page 23, not on page 75 as it says, so there's only about 1000 books to choose from vs. 3000.

[Nichole]

I'll be reading for Strong Heroines.

[JenniJenni]

My choice for the Strong Heroines Shelf is:

[Mandy]

For strong heroines I am currently debating between Play of Passion, Moon Craving, or Servant: The Kindred. I have all three on hand so I guess it just depends on what I am in the mood for when I finish the book I started for another challenge.

[Mandy]

Beautiful Creatures
Shelf: Book Boyfriends
Date Finished: 6/15/2013
Rating: ****

I enjoyed this unusual story - I liked the gothic feel, the southern setting, and the narrator's voice. However, it took me a while to get into it and I think that was partly because I am enjoying young adult books less these days. Lena seemed like such a tragic character, and the more that was revealed the sorrier I felt for both her and Ethan. It will be interesting to see how the series continues.

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

Updated thru post #97

Week 1~Assassins~STAMPED

~WILDCARD~ COMPLETED: 5/5 stamp requested 06.15
Sallie~ The Restorer, amanda stevens (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.14 4*s
Mandy~ Black Night, christina henry (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4*s
AH~ Hot Blooded, amanda carlson (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.07 4 1/2*s
JenniJenni~ Dead Ever After, charlaine harris (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.05 2 1/2*s
Nichole~ Hunting Ground, patricia briggs (SOS bookshelf) FINISHED 06.08 5*s

Week 2~BOOK BOYFRIENDS~ COMPLETED: 4/5
Sallie~ Last Sacrifice, richelle mead
Mandy~ Beautiful Creatures, kami garcia FINISHED 06.15 4*s
AH~ On Demon Wings, karina halle FINISHED 06.09 4*s
JenniJenni~ On Dublin Street, samantha young FINISHED 06.10 4*s
Nichole~ Wallbanger, alice clayton FINISHED 06.10 5*s

Week 3~STRONG HEROINES~ COMPLETED: 0/5
Sallie~ Insurgent, veronica roth
Mandy~
AH~
JenniJenni~ Bitten, kelley armstrong
Nichole~

[AH]

Still deciding on my book for Strong Heroines. I've got about 6 to choose from and I need to locate them somewhere in the house.

[AH]

Book for Week 3 - Strong Heroines is