R4: ~ Digging 4 Books ~ Boston

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Zakiya, I'm excited by your enthusiasm :)

[Zakiya]

LOL! I know right? It happens to everyone that associates with me at least five times the first few days they know me :)).

OMG. Just found a Q book.... *happy dance* Has five of the bonus words. *repeat happy dance*

[Zakiya]

How is it even possible that I find a T book that has both Quit AND Pancake. I mean. Wow. *mind blown*

[Zakiya]

Okay, final comment of the night....

IDK how it happened, but I found each letter for each word it appears in at least once. Except for the I's in Jail and Quit. With my newly acquired headache, I shall speak with you all tomorrow :)

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

So proud of you Zakiya. So excited to play with you

[Zakiya]

LOL thanks! I'm excited to play with you all as well. I think it will be a very fun experience.

Did we ever decide on secrets or open for the book choices?

[Mandy]

You ladies make me feel like the ultimate slacker. I didn't last round pick out my book till the morning of the words posted.
I'm not worried about posting my book choices because it won't really matter till the last week when it's first time done.
I'm super excited to start. I'm going to finish my current book this morning and read one more before so I'll be ready for friday Morning.

[Zakiya]

I honestly don't blame you for just picking them out after the words are called. I was going to do that as well, but since it's my first time ever playing, I want to be as prepared as possible.

[Rhonda]

I like the idea of keeping books private until the end of the week.

I'm really excited for Friday. I've come up with a few titles for some of the words, but I have to admit I haven't spent a lot of time planning. I'll have to wing it when the words are announced, which sounds like fun in and of itself!

[Zakiya]

It really does! I wish school wasn't about to start back. The challenge will be almost completely during the school year for me.

[Zakiya]

Good morning, lovelies!!

WOW: Nest
Bonus: Newspaper

[Zakiya]

I can take the S or the N, depending on what the rest of you want/have.

[Rhonda]

I can do N, but haven't found anything else yet.

[Zakiya]

Do you want to keep looking, or you'll take the N?

[Mandy]

Alright time to find some books =D

[Rhonda]

I have found a book for every letter. Everyone take their pick and I'll take whatever is left.

[Zakiya]

Alrighty! I'll take the S then, since I want to save my N book for jail.

[Mandy]

I've got them all. I would prefer "E" but I'm ok with any of them.

[Rhonda]

I like N best, but as Mandy says, I'm good with any of them.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Team Diggin’ 4 Books
WEEK 1: WORD IS: NEST
Bonus Item: Newspaper

LETTERS:

N: Rhonda
E: Mandy
S: Zakiya
T: Ezinwanyi

N: Buried Secrets (Nick Heller series, Book 2) by Joseph Finder (Review on Post 109)
E: The Trouble With Fate by Leigh Evans (Review on Post 99)
S: Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard (Review on Post 115)
T: On the Island by Tracey Garvis-Graves (Review on Post 114)

[Zakiya]

Done!

Ezi and Mandy, send friend requests to both of you :)

[Mandy]

So secret hush hush. =D

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Thanks for the PMs, and yes, since other groups are playing hide the book choice, we will join them for now :)

*Rhonda, don't forget to PM me when you get a chance. I am excited to read my book

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Rhonda: I didnt know you were playing NBRC's tower team. I saw you are on Leather Jackets--you guys are leading.

i am on team Cerulean "Hobbit" Blue

[Zakiya]

I like the idea of being secretive :). Makes the challenge even more competitive than it would've been.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Look at you Zakiya, wanting to go all Jason Bourne on the other teams, LMAO!

[Rhonda]

Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron wrote: "Thanks for the PMs, and yes, since other groups are playing hide the book choice, we will join them for now :)

*Rhonda, don't forget to PM me when you get a chance. I am excited to read my book"

I thought I recognized your name! Small world, heh?

[Zakiya]

Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron wrote: "Look at you Zakiya, wanting to go all Jason Bourne on the other teams, LMAO!"

LOL! I'm quite surprised myself haha. I'm usually not a very competitive person for anything other than academics.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Don't worry Zakiya, I am super competitive too!

Rhonda, you guys are kicking butt over at NBRC. We are languishing near the bottom. But it's okay :)

[Zakiya]

Glad to know I'm not alone in this hah :)

[Rhonda]

@Ezi - I just looked up your book for this week and it sounds great! I added it to my wish list at Amazon. Let me know what you think as you go.

LJB has been lucky. It has been a lot of fun. I played last time too - tower team D - and I'm sure I'll play next time. I've "met" so many nice people. This is my first "team" game/challenge other that the tower teams and I'm really excited about it. My prediction for this round is that Moonstone will win - only time will tell!

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Rhonda wrote: "@Ezi - I just looked up your book for this week and it sounds great! I added it to my wish list at Amazon. Let me know what you think as you go..."

It fits other challenges as a "summer read". As you will see, I try to get a book that will fit multiple challenges since I am in a bunch:)

[Mandy]

I'm so jealous you ladies have all these challenges.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Mandy wrote: "I'm so jealous you ladies have all these challenges."

You can join other challenges too. I'm doing Bingo

[Mandy]

I missed the notice for Bingo. Maybe next time

[Zakiya]

I almost did Bingo this round but then decided against it. Didnt seem like my cup of tea at the time.

[Rhonda]

Checking in - I hope everyone's enjoying their reading.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

I was about to start my book :) I hope it is good

[Zakiya]

I am just getting into mine now. Hoping to be finished today or tomorrow. How's your book going, Rhonda?

[Zakiya]

Ezi -- I haven't really started mine either. Thought I was the only one!

[Mandy]

I'm almost done with mine should be done in a hour.

[Zakiya]

Woohoo! Go, Mandy!

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Mandy is always on point:)
My kids birthday was Sunday, so I was chillin' all weekend (okay, not really, but you know)

[Zakiya]

LOL! I totally now what you mean :)

[Jenne]

Was this the big mass birthday weekend Ezi?

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Jenne wrote: "Was this the big mass birthday weekend Ezi?"

It was last weekend, but Sunday pool party got rained out. So we had the boys party this weekend instead. they had a blast and it actually went so smooth.
I am glad it was over and I am glad I got all those nice gift bags so my next few parties I dont have to buy gift bags or the stuffing paper (LOL).

BTW, kids are such simpletons. Out of all that stuff they got, my kids were so riveted by FREAKING PLAY DOUGH. Goes to show you that with a 6,4,and 2 year old, it's not about the money spent of gifts, but the toys

[Zakiya]

Those days were the bomb lol. Play-Dough seems like such a world away. Funny how our minds age so quickly.

[Jenne]

Ezi my youngest is that way. When he was little he'd rather sit outside and smash acorns than play with a toy. Last Christmas my sister got a tin jar and filled it with candy. She hid a GameStop gift card in it. He was totally happy with the candy without knowing about the GC.

[Mandy]

Week:1
Word of the week:
Bonus:
The Trouble With Fate By Leigh Evans
My Letter: E
Finished 07/22/13
Rating ★★★★★
Review

I picked up The Trouble With Fate for two reasons it works for a challenge I’m doing on Goodreads & what can I say other then I love the idea of a werewolf/fae. Hedi is not human she’s half werewolf and fae she had the perfect fairy tale childhood until the night her father is murdered, her mother executed and her twin brother taken to the fae realm. Her only choice after being left in the fire by the werewolves is into hiding with her aunt Lou. After ten long years she’s working as a coffee barista when that last person she expects to see walks in.

Ten years ago Hedi had a crush on Robson Trowbridge when he walks into her coffee shop her life starts to spiral out of control. Suddenly her Aunt Lou has been kidnapped by were’s demanding the amulet that Trowbridge wears around his neck. At least Hedi won't have to go it alone she has her own amulet Merry to help her out. When she fails to steal the amulet she creates an unlikely friendship with Trowbridge learning that there is more to him than just a hunky were. With his help saving her aunt she will risk more than just her life, she will risk her heart.

I've been waiting for a werewolf/fae character for so long that Hedi had really big shoes to fill. Hedi exceeds my expectations she’s stubborn, loyal, and overall kick-ass which is my ideal urban fantasy character. Plus she was a coffee barista what’s not to love, I only wish the local shop had a half-breed barista I’d be their every day. I like the chemistry between Hedi and Trowbridge it’s an intense connection that starts out more hate but turns to love. I love the protective werewolf; Hedi needs someone who is strong and willing to fight to the death to save her life.

The concept of the Mystwalker is unique and exciting. The Trouble With Fate captivated me right I was instantly drawn into Hedi’s world right till the end. The storyline is filled with action, mystery, romance and a little coffee shop drama. I love the idea of the werewolves and Fae being at war but her parent’s still found a way. I love the idea that she gets to see how Trowbridge turned out after 10 years, she even steals his heart now that she’s grown up. She’s not your typical perfect body girl either which I felt makes her more real. The way the author creates Hedi’s fae and inner were is a perfect mix of the two, playing on both strengths and weakness. I love the story it was easy for me to get lost and lose track of time. I really loved the story and the characters they left me breathless. I can’t wait to start the next book; I know another sleepless night is around the corner. One of my new favorite urban fantasy series.

Wow Nest 17% - One of her long strands disentangled itself from the nest of woven gold that framed her stone.

Bonus Newspaper 81% - First, she picked up my glasses and entertained herself by examining her hand, the newspaper, and finally, me, through the finger-smeared lenses.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Way to go Mandy!!!
Great job...so I guess I should start my book now? (bad captain!)