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Calendar of Series reads for the year 2014
Lots of great Series reading this year!Lynn is going to be moderating The Black Dagger Brotherhood Series ~ thank you Lynn :-)
I'm really stoked about the Dresden Files reads. I've read the first book already and loved it!
I'm so happy we are doing these series reads, I've read two Dresden books so far and I love them, I have Black Dagger Brotherhood planned for the next year and I really want to read Oryx and Crake series. So many good reads this next year!
It looks like it's going to be an awesome reading year :-)
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Those parts that are read by Marsters are truely amazing. I've listened to two of them so far and I love his voice, and his reading style makes the stories lively and gripping. I have the third installment ready to go on my audible account and can't wait to start :)
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thank the universe for audio books! :-)
Kristie wrote: "I'm going to do my best to keep up with the Dresden Files series! I have heard that the audios are great so that should help. :)"If you can get the audios, DO!!! One of the best narrators out there. Only Susan Ericksen doing the "In Death" series is better!!
I *LOVE* the Black Dagger Series. I've read the first Dresden and loved it. Especially with Marsters narrating. I'm planning on getting both of these series via Audible.
I'm looking forward to the dresden files too even with so many to read!! :)
I have to go buy the Dresden file series I haven't heard of them but I love series so I am looking forward to the 2014 reading
Looking forward to your discussions and thoughts Kambree :-)
Oryx & Crake- r v talking about the MadAdam trilogy???
Misha wrote: "Oryx & Crake- r v talking about the MadAdam trilogy???"That is book one.
thanks Kirsten :-)I just saw 2 from the trilogy in the calendar... so got a doubt
You're welcome, Misha! I highly recommend these. I read book #2 when it first came out. Margaret Atwood is a treasure. I can't wait to read the ones I've missed.
Yes it is the Madd Addam trilogy, not the Oryx and Crake series, but that is what Cathie meant. So excited for these.
Portia wrote: "I am so glad I joined this group!"Me too! I was part of three groups, and decided to drop one. But not this one!!!
we have Dresden files for the whole year :)
I know Misha! :-) Very cool!So glad you joined too Portia :-)
And very glad you stayed with us kirsten :-)
really excited about the Dresden files & MaddAddam trilogy.... looking forward to a great reading year :)
Cathie wrote: "I know Misha! :-) Very cool!So glad you joined too Portia :-)
And very glad you stayed with us kirsten :-)"
With your book lists and fun membership??? Wasn't even a competition!
I am hoping to keep up with The Black Dagger Series ( I'm reading the 2 one now...it's like potato chips- impossible to put down :)) and have the first Dresden file on its way from the library. I'm still a little iffy about the Attwood series but there is still time to decide.Thanks for the audio recommendation Kirsten- I have a credit burning a hole in my pocket :)
I've used my credits in audible for Dresden Files for the last three months now, I just got addicted to Marsters's voice and way of narrating this series.
Anima wrote: "I've used my credits in audible for Dresden Files for the last three months now, I just got addicted to Marsters's voice and way of narrating this series."It's terrific, isn't it?
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Kirsten wrote: "Anima wrote: "I've used my credits in audible for Dresden Files for the last three months now, I just got addicted to Marsters's voice and way of narrating this series."It's terrific, isn't it?"
Definitely, I just love his voice and he seems to be really into the story, plus he perfectly differentiates voices of various characters!
I'm in the first chapter of Death Masks, and it is my third audio this week :)
Wait. Marsters as in James Marsters??? Oh my god, WHERE have I been?? *runs to get them*
Dany wrote: "Wait. Marsters as in James Marsters??? Oh my god, WHERE have I been?? *runs to get them*"He does quite a few audiobooks. More and more actors are getting to the game. I have copy of Dracula with Alan Cumming and Tim Curry. Marsters has been doing the Dresden books since Book 1.
I know what I'll be spending my free credit on at Audible next year!
I didn't even think to get the audiobook. I ordered the regular book. Darn. Oh well. Maybe book 2. It gives me something to listen to while on the exercise bike. :)
Tullia wrote: "Kirsten wrote: "I *LOVE* the Black Dagger Series. I've read the first Dresden and loved it. Especially with Marsters narrating. I'm planning on getting both of these series via Audible."That's a ..."
I think I read most of the Black Dagger Series already. I really liked the characters Bella and ... actually most of the characters. I liked the books a lot.
Joyce wrote: "Tullia wrote: "Kirsten wrote: "I *LOVE* the Black Dagger Series. I've read the first Dresden and loved it. Especially with Marsters narrating. I'm planning on getting both of these series via Audib..."The story of Bella and Zsadist was my favorite too.
Just re-read BDB 1- 3. Was planning to re-read the initial BDB series, along with some new ones pub'ed since my last reading, as a personal goal this year. It has been so long! Figured the series was old hat by now given its original launch date 2005 and that I would be a bit lonely reading it this time around... Only to discover tonight that, wow, the newest book is being released - and it revisits Beth and Wrath. And I can join other GR friends on the same journey this year and talk about the series along the way as we all get caught up to read the latest pub!
Wow, happy days and Happy New Year to me!
PS I have not read any Dresden books so I will have to look into buying / borrowing those ASAP.
Is there a link to this challenge to actually sign up so GR will track our reads automatically?
Thanks!
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Edit - I see you already have :)
I was about to start book #5 in BDB Series. I may wait a bit now, I usually read a book in between them anyway. I consider them my Fluff reads LOL
Lynn wrote: "Hi Mary, no there is no challenge to specific series reads. However we do have the discussion threads for each of the reads so make sure you join us there. Edit - I see you already have :)"
Great. Thank you
I'm so glad you put the Dresden Files on the list! I don't think that I would have started reading them otherwise, and I loved the first one. Thanks!
I made it to Chapter 20 in my audiobook, and I simply could not stay focused - this book did not hold my interest and seemed to just ramble on-and-on in a senseless way. I've heard that each book gets better, so, I'll go on to the 2nd book in the series to find out if this is indeed true.
Christy wrote: "I made it to Chapter 20 in my audiobook, and I simply could not stay focused - this book did not hold my interest and seemed to just ramble on-and-on in a senseless way. I've heard that each book g..."I think Harry's just a rambling type of guy.
I'm just coming into the group and have never read (nor even heard of) the Dresden or BDB books. Is it neesary to read them in order like some series or is each book independent? I was hoping to start with the Feb selections.
From the first chapter of Fool Moon (Dresden #2), I think you can try starting with this one. The author does a recap of many things that happened in book #1.
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However they are easy reads and can zip through the quickly.
Count me in. I am already up to date on The Shining and the Robert Langdon books.Toward the end of last year, I had been burning my way through the Dresden Files. I have made it through 10, but have decided to back off so that I read them fresh for this discussion schedule. Well, listen to them, that is. I do love the narration by James Marsters.
As for the Black Dagger Brotherhood, I had previously read the first two books. I figured I would finish the series someday, but it was not really a priority. Just a bit on the cheesy side for me. Once again, I've decided to try to follow along with the group read schedule above, so now I am just waiting for my digital library holds to come through.
Oryx and Crake melds nicely with another book club to which I belong, so that should not be a struggle (unless the library does not have them).
I would love to start the BDB series, I am very tempted, but it means I would have to not read other group read and don't know if I can cope with that lol.Out of the series mentioned, are there any favourites??
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We will be reading:
- The Dresden Files Series
- The Black Dagger Brotherhood Series
- Oryx and Crake Series
- Robert Langdon (Da Vinci) Series
We already read Divergent and The Heroes of Olympus series in 2013 so we will only read as a group the award winning books 2014. Cathie will post more info about the series in the Award winning series folder.
January 2014
- Dresden Files #1
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #1
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #2
February 2014
- Dresden Files #2
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #3
- The Shining #1
March 2014
- Dresden Files #3
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #4
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #5
April 2014
- Dresden Files #4
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #6
- Oryx and Crake #1
May 2014
- Dresden Files #5
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #7
- Oryx and Crake #2
June 2014
- Dresden Files #6
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #8
July 2014
- Dresden Files #7
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #9
- Robert Langdon #1
August 2014
- Dresden Files #8
- Black Dagger Brotherhood #10
- Robert Langdon #2
September 2014
- Dresden Files #9
- Robert Langdon #3
October 2014
- Dresden Files #10
- Dresden Files #11
November 2014
- Dresden Files #12
- Dresden Files #13
December 2014
- No series (except the Dresden Files Award winner)
Thank you Vanessa for this great posting!