**Spring Reading Challenge - 2013**

[Steve]

I have finished my tenth, my first 8. Favourite Genre, The Romulan Way, with my review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/....

Up next is my second 8. Favourite Genre, Swordhunt.

[Janine]

I have finished my 9th, my October TBR
Sarah Thornhill by Kate Grenville 4*

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Brenda wrote: "I have just finished my 7th for the challenge, and my 2nd #8, favourite genre, The Last Winter of Dani Lancing by P.D. Viner

My review will follow closer to publication..."

Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Sharon]

Finished my 6th # 5 Romance: Burning Lies by Helene Young

My review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Finished my 6th # 5 Romance: Burning Lies by Helene Young

My review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/..."

Great review Sharon! She's a brilliant author isn't she!

[Sharon]

Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Finished my 6th # 5 Romance: Burning Lies by Helene Young

My review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/..."

Great review Sharon! She's a brilliant author isn't she!"

Thanks Brenda. YES most certainly she is :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Finished my 6th # 5 Romance: Burning Lies by Helene Young

My review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/..."

Great review Sharon! She's a brilliant author is..."

I hope you get to meet her one day, she is such a lovely person:)

[Sharon]

Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Finished my 6th # 5 Romance: Burning Lies by Helene Young

My review: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/..."

Great review Sharon! She's a bril..."

I hope so too :) You never know what happens in the future :)

[Kathryn]

I've finished my fantasy/sci-fi read - The Puzzle Ring by Kate Forsyth - 3★ from me (I may have given it more if I hadn't read 11.22.63 by Stephen King immediately previous to reading this one - the premise was similar but King's was superior, although this one was certainly a much shorter and faster read!).

I think I'll have to change my YA read - The Fault in Our Stars by John Green is still heavily in demand at my local libraries so I think I'll be switching to The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith.

But up next is my October TBR read - Oranges & Sunshine by Margaret Humphreys - and my no. 6 - Melbourne Cup-related book - Death at Victoria Dock by Kerry Greenwood.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

It's looking good Kathryn:)

[Trevor]

I've finished book no=umber 3 for the challenge The Light of Day by Graham Swift which I enjoyed and gave 3★, would have given it 4★ but I found if confusing in the beginning with multiple story lines in different times. Now I think I'll start on The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame.

[Elaine]

Finished my fifth for this challenge, No.10 Aussie fantasy/paranormal . I gave it 4 stars and enjoyed it so much I will be reading the other two in the trilogy. Thanks Melanie for bringing this author and her books to my attention.
I've also started my sixth, No.1 Spring clean Reconstructing Amelia .

[Steve]

I have finished my eleventh, the second 8. Favourite Genre, Swordhunt, with my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show....

Up next is my second 11. September TBR, Honor Blade.

[Janine]

I have finished my 10th, my No 1 TBR
Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts
A massive book 3*

[B the BookAddict]

I'm reading A Wedding In December by Anita Shreve but only in bits and pieces between authors like Lionel Shriver and Penelope Lively.

I have totally lost track of which number book I am up to now but I think I'm nearly finished:):)

[Lynxie]

Not having a good run with these indies this challenge :(

1. TBR The Nightlife: New York ★★
2. Spring Colour Roseblood ★★
CURRENTLY READING 3. New Life Flesher - The protagonists are after a cure to a disease to bring about new life to a post apocalyptic world
4. New release in Spring Dangerous Desire by Annie Seaton
5. Romance Rainy Days ★★
6. Melbourne Cup Not Wisely but Too Well by Pauline Montagna - Pauline was born in Melbourne.
7. YA Featherfoot by Victoria Collins - Victoria is an Aussie too for those who need an Aussie author. ★★★
8. Favourite genre The Tower's Alchemist - Fantasy is only one of my favourite genres... there are too many to pick from.
9. Title starting with L Lethal Inheritance - also a YA Aussie author.
10. Aussie paranormal/fantasy Soul's Child - Young Adult, paranormal and Aussie. ★★★★★

11. September TBR The Kure by Jaye Frances ★★

12. October TBR The Dying Sun by John Elwood ★★

13. November TBR The Bite by Angela Horn

Here's hoping the last few will be a lot better!

[Steve]

I have finished my twelfth, my second 11. September TBR, Honor Blade, with my review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show....

Up next is my first 12. October TBR, The Empty Chair.

[Ashleigh]

Finished Book 4 - 5.) Romance

Chick Lit = Mystery & Romance

03/10 Twenty-Eight and a Half Wishes ★★★★ Review to follow.

What book will be next!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Lynxie wrote: "Not having a good run with these indies this challenge :(

1. TBR The Nightlife: New York ★★
2. Spring Colour Roseblood ★..."

Oh bad luck Lynxie! What a shame you're not enjoying them as you should:( Hopefully you'll pick up a few good ones sooner rather than later!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Everyone is doing very well!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I have finished my 18th, the second #1 - Spring TBR - Darkening Skies by Bronwyn Parry

Review to follow

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Brenda wrote: "I have finished my 18th, the second #1 - Spring TBR - Darkening Skies by Bronwyn Parry

Review to follow"

Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Amber]

Just finished my eighth book: 10. Aussie fantasy/paranormal/sci-fi - Fairytales for Wilde Girls ★★★

[B the BookAddict]

I've finished #6 A Wedding In December by Anita Shreve a Social event and my eleventh book.

I first read this in 2005 and have now adjusted my rating from 4★ to 3★. Sometimes, you shouldn't go back...

[Lynxie]

Amber wrote: "Just finished my eighth book: 10. Aussie fantasy/paranormal/sci-fi -
Fairytales for Wilde Girls
★★★"

I have this on my TBR list. Glad to see it was alright :)

[Ashleigh]

Amber wrote: "Just finished my eighth book: 10. Aussie fantasy/paranormal/sci-fi -
Fairy"

I have this on my TBR and I wanted to read it for this challenge but couldn't find a copy available to borrow.

[Amber]

Ashleigh wrote: "Amber wrote: "Just finished my eighth book: 10. Aussie fantasy/paranormal/sci-fi -
Fairy"

I have this on my TBR and I wanted to read it for this challenge but couldn't find a copy available to borrow. "

Are you able to request a purchase from your local library? That's what I do. If my library doesn't have a copy of something I want, I use their online purchase request form. They usually do go ahead and purchase it, and then I get first dibs on it :-)

[Ashleigh]

Are you able to request a purchase from your local library? That's what I do. If my library doesn't have a copy of something I want, I use their online purchase request f ..."

Great idea Amber, thank you. I have requested before but only from other linked libraries and if they have the book already available. I never thought about a request for them to purchase. I will have to check out how to do that with my library. Cheers!

[Ashleigh]

03/10 Twenty-Eight and a Half Wishes ★★★★ Review to follow.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/730851227

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I've finished my 19th book - second #9, first letter of my name - Bones are Forever by Kathy Reichs

Review to follow

[Heather]

I'm moving at the moment so reading is not a happening thing at the moment.
In the last two weeks I have read 6. Fashion which I found totally facinating. I wouldn't call it a spy novel more about how the German people were controlled in 1933
8. Starting with H -

[Amber]

Heather wrote: "I'm moving at the moment so reading is not a happening thing at the moment.
In the last two weeks I have read 6. Fashion which I found totally facinating. I wouldn't...

8. Starting with H - "

How did you like Half Moon Bay, Heather? I'm waiting on it from the library for my #5 Romance book.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Brenda wrote: "I've finished my 19th book - second #9, first letter of my name - Bones are Forever by Kathy Reichs

Review to follow"

Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Chris]

12. Oct TBR - completed. That's number 6 for this challenge. ★★★

[Elaine]

Decided to change two of my picks for this challenge.
Will now be reading No. 5 Romance and No.9 book starting with the letter E

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I enjoyed your "E" choice very much Elaine :) I hope you do.

[B the BookAddict]

Amber wrote: "Ashleigh wrote: "Amber wrote: "Just finished my eighth book: 10. Aussie fantasy/paranormal/sci-fi -
Fairy"

I have this on my TBR and I wanted to ..."

I like that idea, Amber, thanks for the info:)

[B the BookAddict]

Elaine wrote: "Decided to change two of my picks for this challenge.
Will now be reading No. 5 Romance and No.9 book starting with the letter E added to my TBR.

[Elaine]

Brenda wrote: "I enjoyed your "E" choice very much Elaine :) I hope you do."

I think it'll be good too Brenda, plus I'm pretty sure it was your great review that got it put on my TBR.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Elaine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I enjoyed your "E" choice very much Elaine :) I hope you do."

I think it'll be good too Brenda, plus I'm pretty sure it was your great review that got it put on my TBR."

Ooh dear, the pressure is on me now;) lol

[Elaine]

Brenda wrote: "Elaine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I enjoyed your "E" choice very much Elaine :) I hope you do."

I think it'll be good too Brenda, plus I'm pretty sure it was your great review that got it put on my TB..."
Not at all. I haven't been let down yet by your reviews/recommendations....although first time for everything. Ha,ha. Only kidding. Mind you I think I'm the only one who couldn't get excited about
Burial Rites so who knows??? My husband just finished it and loved it. He reckons there's something wrong with me that I didn't think it was great!!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Elaine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Elaine wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I enjoyed your "E" choice very much Elaine :) I hope you do."

I think it'll be good too Brenda, plus I'm pretty sure it was your great review that got ..."

Haha!! Glad your husband enjoyed it Elaine!! Maybe you were in a particular "frame of mind" when you read it?? But we're all different...

[Elaine]

Finished my sixth No.1 Spring Clean Reconstructing Amelia . It was a great read. 4 stars. Not sure what I'll read next.

[Elaine]

Michael wrote: "I will be reading that one next Elaine. Sounds like a really good read. :)"

It really was Michael. I think you'll enjoy it. I won't write a review but I'm hoping Sharon will. I think she's almost done with it too. Can't wait to see what you think.

[Lynxie]

Yay! back to decent indies!!

Finished the next one in my list #3 New Life:
Flesher by Emily Shore ★★★★

My review: http://lynxie.booklikes.com/post/5761...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Finished my 20th book - first October TBR - The Last Man by Vince Flynn

Review to follow

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Lynxie wrote: "Yay! back to decent indies!!

Finished the next one in my list #3 New Life:
Flesher by Emily Shore ★★★★

My review: http://lynxie.booklikes.com/post/5761......"

That's good Lynxie! (Will you put your review onto GR too?)

[Lynxie]

Brenda wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "Yay! back to decent indies!!

Finished the next one in my list #3 New Life:
Flesher by Emily Shore ★★★★

My review: http://lynxie.booklikes.com/post/5761..."

I have reviewed on GR, but it's just a link to my BL review. I'm not sure I'll remain on GR after the whole censorship/deleting people's content *thing* that happened.

[Nicola]

While I haven't yet read the first one I put on my number 1 choice (clean up your TBR) I have finished
Crescent Dawn Clive Cussler
which was also on my TBR list. Loved it as I always love the Clive Cussler world...

[Elaine]

Lynxie wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Lynxie wrote: "Yay! back to decent indies!!

Finished the next one in my list #3 New Life:
Flesher by Emily Shore ★★★★

My review: http://lynxie.booklike..."

All sounds a bit big brother Lynxie.