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woooohoo I am off to roll now ladies! :)
Progress Post HereRoll 6
We Rolled a 3 putting us on spot 24
Thursday 10/24/13
- Review Link - JenniferJ 
- Review Link -Lindy
- Review Link - NayNay
- Review Link - Lauren
Jennifer just rolled Lindy, you can read a second, fourth, twenty fourth. Or a book with at least 50% black.
Lindy wrote: "I preseume this is week 6"It's not "week 6" it's Roll 6 because we have to read 2 books per week.
It's pretty close but I'll take it Lindy.
Lindy you used that book for spot 15.
so sorry. be mad at me. if I'm holding you all up feel free to remove me from the challenge if it won't hurt the team. my weeks are looking to be more hectic than even now. it has been fun. thank you, ladies.
We aren't mad at you Stephanie, real life gets in the way all the time :0)It's only a game and the point is to have fun and read.
i have so many black books, will figure out which one is read by Sunday night
Even if we roll 5 times in a week it would still be the same week, maybe a and b?. So ot of os rp;; 5 that means it is week 2 1/2? I cna't do this without have a number for each one, I found it too hard on antoher i kept getting my weeks mixed up
Finished my book...
by Rebecca Zanetti #4 in Dark Protector Series 4 stars - 10/25/13It was a war among the supernatural, it was a romance that burned the pages....I really enjoyed this installment to the series. Paranormal Romance fans need to give this series a read.
How was the first 3 books of that series NayNay? You got my interest peaked when you said it was a romance that burned the pages LOL
They were really good...she is a talented writer. But, this series must be read in order. Here are the order of the series if you are interested.
Tempted and Twisted are novella's
Finished my book - review will be up soon.
Spot #24 4th in series
Book: Rogue Rider by Larissa Ione
Finished: Oct 26th
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
Slow to start but picks up at the halfway point.
With the End of Days plot resolved in the previous book, the story focuses more on Jillian and Reseph’s romance, which reads like a contemporary romance until the moment Reseph remembers his past and the supernatural elements come to the fore.
Reseph is the epitome of the tortured hero and the manner in which he deals with his memories is intense and realistic. It is a testament to Ione’s skill as a writer that she manages to redeem a character as evil as Pestilence and enables the reader to sympathize with Reseph to such an extent.
Jillian has had a tough time of it with her unfortunate taste in men and with the demon attack that drove her into seclusion. The fact that she is able to open herself up enough to love and trust Reseph makes her all the more endearing. She and Reseph are sweet together and their emotional connection takes time to build unlike the couples in the previous installments who seemed to fall in lust at first site.
There are some interesting revelations throughout the book such as the identity of the Horsemen’s father although I had already guessed this little tidbit. The relationship between Reaver and Harvester, which has been developing over the series, also gains momentum and I am eager to find out what happens with them.
NayNay wrote: "They were really good...she is a talented writer. But, this series must be read in order. Here are the order of the series if you are interested.[bookcover:Claimed|102551..."I added the first book to my TBR. They really do sound good! Thanks for the heads up! :)
Roll 6 - Spot 24
by Kirk AllmondFinished 10/26/13
4 stars
Review: Oh wow ya'll know I am a zombie freak and this story totally freaked me! It starts out like your average zombie deal but then it turns into so much more because these are not the mindless stupid zombies that we are used to reading or watching on our tv screen....some of these zombies can think, manipulate, and look almost normal until they're up to close and personal for you to protect yourself! I am totally interested in continuing this series!
We need one more review before we can roll ladies. I am off to bed and will check as soon as I get up. :)
I sent Lindy a pm. I am going to be away for a few hours so if she posts her review before I get back one of you ladies feel free to roll and I will handle posting the reviews to the post it thread when I get back.
Roll 6Author/Title Cooney, Caroline B. The Voice on the Radio
Rated: 4.5
Finished: 10/26
REVIEW
this is the tird book inthe Janie series. The Kidnapping is long gone and her boyfriend Reeve Shields is heading off to college in Boston. He has joined the crew at the local radio station in hopes of being well known. Reeve gets his chance to be the voice on the radio, and when he tells the most fascinating story he knows, his show becomes a sensation. Reeve is so sure that Janie will never discover what's making his broadcast such a hit that he doesn't stop himself. But what will be the price for Janie when she finds out he has told her story on air?
Roll 7 Reviews Due by ThursdayFirst In Line Rolled a 6 putting us on spot 30 on 10/27/13
Can read a 3rd in series or a stand alone or a 30th in series
Alternate - Location California
as long as your book is set in California either briefly or entirely
I guess you are still home Jennifer - we will go with your roll then :0)
Lauren wrote: "I guess you are still home Jennifer - we will go with your roll then :0)"LOL yep Hubby had some company show up so we got delayed... nothing new round here especially when I am hungry and ready to go eat! LOL
Lol! Hope you enjoy your breakfast (right?)
Spot #30 3rd in series
Book: Eternal Flame by Cynthia Eden
Finished: Oct 29th
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
Eternal Flame
4 Stars
The Night Watch world, comprised of humans and a host of paranormal creatures ranging from vampires and shapeshifters to demons and humans with supernatural powers, is original and intriguing. The focus in is on the latter two groups and unfortunately, despite hints interspersed throughout the storyline, there are not enough background details on the demons - their origins and their abilities.
The plot revolves around Jana Carter, an Ignitor or human with the ability to start and control fires, and the various groups seeking to apprehend her. As the prime suspect in a series of arson cases, Jana is the target of Zane Wynter, a Night Watch Bounty hunter, an overzealous FBI agent and a shady organization bent on destroying all supernatural “monsters”.
The story is fast paced and exciting but it can be difficult at times to keep track of who is who and what is what. Moreover, the writing has a drawn out feel to it because as soon as one thread is wrapped up another appears to take center stage. That said, the themes that emerge are compelling, especially the idea that nothing is as it seems and morality is not black and white as both humans and “Others" alike share a capacity for good and evil.
In terms of the romance, Zane is a sexy and powerful alpha with a dash of tortured hero as he fights to control the darkness within. Jana is smart, resourceful and kick-butt, and her chemistry with Zane is both sweet and spicy. The sex is sizzling but it is the emotional connection that builds between Jana and Zane as they grow to love and trust one another that makes their relationship so special.
This particular trilogy comes to an end but there is one more book set in the same world and knowing Cynthia Eden, it is bound to be action packed and smoking’ hot.
Finished my read here is my review... 
Roll #7 Stand Alone3 stars 10/29/13
I have to admit, it has been years since I read Dracula, so some of the details of his story has been forgotten....with that said.
I liked the character's, and Syrie James writing style is wonderful. The story was intense, you actually feel the emotion going on in Mina for her love between two men. Her vivid detail is beautiful. The book is interesting enough, but the ending totally ruined it for me. 3 stars.
uthor/Title Woods, Stuart Doing Hard Time bk 27 HOW: set in CA
Rated: Rated 5
Finished: 10-29-13
REVIEW
I think Woods is my favorite author with crime, erotica, romance and so much more in it. Stone flies out to Ca where is son and hs friends Hannah and Ben are working ont he movie lot. Someone is trying to kill all of them. And Teddy Fay is part of it. One of my favorite in the series.
Sorry, Lindy, but we are on space 30 NOT 27 - you could read the third or the thirtieth in a series or a standalone (for the 0).
Lauren wrote: "Sorry, Lindy, but we are on space 30 NOT 27 - you could read the third or the thirtieth in a series or a standalone (for the 0)."Lauren, Lindy's book is set in California, that is the alternate option for Roll 7. She has indicated that in her post.
Sorry, I missed that. - only saw the book 27. Thanks Nay Nay.
Lauren wrote: "Sorry, I missed that. - only saw the book 27. Thanks Nay Nay."No Problem
Roll 7 - Spot 30
by A.N. RoquelaureFinished 10/28/13
4 stars
Review: This brings the conclusion to the Beauty trilogy and although I didn't like it better than book 2 it was totally better than book 1 which was mainly just a warmer upper. Beauty's Release carries on in the erotic tortures/pleasures but Beauty has gotten tougher and turns the other cheek so to speak and I'm not sure I like her that way but it does make for the perfect ending to such a weird yet exciting trilogy
Progress Post HereRoll 7
We Rolled a 6 putting us on spot 30
Thursday 10/31/13
- Review Link - JenniferJ 
- Review Link -Lindy
- Review Link - NayNay
- Review Link - Lauren
Ladies all reviews are in! However I need one of you to please roll the dice after midnight because I am leaving in the next little bit and wont be near a computer until sometime Friday. Thanks and Happy Reading all!
As per Jennifer's request, I rolled a 4 and we are now on spot 34 - we can read either the third or fourth or thirty-fourth book in a series or the alternative, which is a book from the Quick Read Shelf - here is the link:Quick Read Shelf
I will pick my book after the Scavenger Hunt words are announced tomorrow.
Finished....Roll #8 - Quick Read Shelf, page 2
10/31/13 ***
While I enjoyed the storyline, and the character's were entertaining it was a predictable read. A good fluff book, something you would read on a plane. Oh, and it had pretty hot sex scene.
Spot #34 3rd in series
Book: Winterblaze by Kristen Callihan
Finished: Nov 2nd
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
Excellent beginning and wonderful characterization but takes a turn for the worse with the weird Doctor Faustus plot.
The narrative structure transitions smoothly between the past (1869) and the present (1883), and in this way provides readers with the backstory detailing Win and Poppy’s courtship and early marriage.
Win and Poppy have a definite Mr. & Mrs. Smith vibe going on and their chemistry, both physical and emotional, makes them a compelling couple. Moreover, the keeping secrets trope is thankfully kept to a minimum and the focus is on Win and Poppy’s reconciliation as they work together to defeat a common enemy.
Speaking of the enemy, this is where the story encounters some problems. The plot is contrived and the revelations are predictable. Moreover, there are times when the villain is actually quite sympathetic. Yes, he is evil but he has also been wronged. Moreover, the secondary conflict (view spoiler) is underdeveloped and feels tacked on for the purpose of continuing the series.
The next book, Shadowdance is Jack and Mary’s story and I look forward to learning the reasons for their obvious animosity.
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finished: 23 Oct
review:
felt no connection to the characters or the ill timed love connection. the jumping around of view points didn't help matters.
Action wasn't bad. didn't like the invented terms thrown about. could have been better.