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Diane T.
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May 03, 2014 07:50PM
Diana, I know what you mean. Chick Lit is my least favorite, too...lol.
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I have finished my book and I got distracted my cousin's baby that are over this weekend. I will post my review in the morning:)
Roll 5, Spot 24Book:
Sweet Surrender, Baby Surprise by Kate Carlisle.Date Read: 5/3/14
Rating: 4 Stars
Series: Book 2
Review:
This was a second book in the Duke Brother's series and the second brother Cameron Duke. He has set rules in his life regarding women and children which is that they are not for him. An affair with Julia Parrish was not to be repeated and he cuts off all contact only to find out that Julia had his baby. Cameron does an about face and wants to get married and be a family without the love. Julia on the other hand, falls in love with Cameron and she won't settle for less in their marriage. I love both Cameron and Julia and the baby. Cameron's past is very sad and the way he denies that he loves Julia is adorable.
Bouchra, How are you coming along with your book? We dont have a lot of time left before we wont be able to roll till Thursday.
You have your free pass if you'd like to use it.
Jenne, I think we might have to use it, do I need to post differently? I will give her another hour or so, I think its like 4:30 in the morning for her, and I doubt she will be posting before midnight, but I will roll in an hour.
No just say free pass on her review, instead of a link.
Fab 4 rolled a 5, so we are on spot 29. Which means we can read Book 29 in a series, Book 2 in a series or Book 9 in a series. The alternative is to read a book from the May Read shelf.
Hiya! Sorry guys, Internet connection was down most of the day. I am about to post my review, but I see that we've already rolled using the Free Pass.Should I still post the review, or is there no point in doing so?
If you can get your review up quick, y'all can get your free pass back since Hina just used it.
Alright, here we go.
Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë
Relevance: starts with W
Date finished: 19:10, 5/4/14
Rating: ***
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Jenne, I updated Message 108 with Bouchra review and took out the free pass.
Roll 6, Spot 29Killing Floor
by Lee ChildRelevance: Book from May Read shelf
Date finished: 05/07/14
Rating: 4 Stars
Jack Reacher is such an intriguing character. Halfway between hero and anti-hero. He is hard to describe but he is certainly memorable. Riveting story line drew me in from the beginning and 500 pages later I still am unsure as to whether or not I like Jack. I know I am fascinated and will certainly be reading more.
How is everyone doing with their book? I finished mine just a bit ago, I will try to have my review up soon.
I have been trying to get the energy to write my review, but I am sick and right now I just don't have the energy to do so and I am so sleepy from the medication. I am almost done with the review, so I will just post it when I roll in the morning. Sorry guys!
Hina, I hope you feel better soon! :)
Spot 29Read:
Scarlet by Marissa MeyerFinished: 5/7/14
Series: The Lunar Chronicles #2
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
Well, I'm hooked! I love this series. It's clever, suspenseful, intriguing, with great characters . The story picks up where the 1st book left off, Cinder is still in prison and the new characters that enters Cinder's life are Scarlet and a street fighter named Wolf. Whose helping Scarlet find her missing grandmother (sounds a little familiar). I'm looking forward to reading the 3rd book in the series and looking forward to the 4th. :D
Take care of yourself and feel better, Hina :)
Thanks guys. I avoided getting sick all year but I caught it from a baby. :( Boucher, Will you have your review up soon so I can roll?
Hi guys! I'm still halfway through my book, will try to get it done within the next few hours. I have a decent Internet connection, though, so hopefully nothing will go wrong like the last roll.
Roll 6, Spot 29Book:
Ink Exchange by Melissa Marr. Date Read: 5/7/14
Rating: 3 Stars
Theme: Book2
Review:
I really don't know how to feel about this book, or this series. It is a new concept, but at least with the first book I gave it higher rating because we are suppose to be learning background,etc etc. But in this book too, there was such a slow start to things, the first half is almost boring and then it finally picks up and starts to get interesting and only to find out there is not really a true HEA ending for either heroes and what is up with having two guys for 1 girl...in both books. I get it but still. The plot was definitely better than the first book, but I think I expected a lot more out of the series and it just fell short of my expectations.
Roll 6, Spot 29
The Bourne Supremacy by Robert Ludlum
Relevance: #2 in series
Date Finished: 00:05 5/9/14 (UTC+3)
Rating: ****
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I am on the train right now, but I will roll when I get home.
Fab 4 rolled a 3, so we are on spot 32. Which means we can read Book 32 in a series, Book 3 in a series or Book 2 in a series. The alternative is to read a book that has an Author starting with the letter "A".
Roll 7, Spot 32Read: Natural Magick
by Kathi S. Barton Relevance: Aaron's Kiss #3 - Book 3 in a series
Date finished: 05/10/14
Rating: 4 Stars
Review:
Wonderful story with characters that you wish were your friends. Pete is unique. From the moment you realize "he" is a "she" to the end where she confronts her family, she is someone you will not forget. Dominic is a bit of an a** but manages to change his way of thinking and redeem his character. This is one of my favorite Kathi S. Barton books and why she has become a "must buy" for me.
Spot 32Read:
Zapped: Why Your Cell Phone Shouldn't Be Your Alarm Clock and 1,268 Ways to Outsmart the Hazards of Electronic Pollution by Anne Louise GittlemannFinished: 5/10/14
ALT: Author starting with the letter "A"
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
Wow! Very informative information about electronic pollution and how it affects us in our daily lives.
It doesn't scare you, like some articles I've read on the subject. What it does do, is empowers you with the facts and give you ways to conteract the effects that enter our lives.. I really liked this book a lot.
lol...that is an interesting book, DianaS
Finally finished my book! I will post my review in the morning. Bouchra, will you have your review done by morning?
Roll 7, Spot 32
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen
Relevance: Author last name starts with A
Date Finished: 22:18 5/11/14 (UTC+3)
Rating: ****
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Sorry for the delay guys.
Roll 7, Spot 32Book:
Waiting for You by Abigail Strom. Date Read: 5/10/14
Rating: 3 Stars
Theme: Book 3
Review:
Jake Landry, an recent ex-military man is back home to stay and runs into Erin, his sister's best friend who has a long time crush on him. Jake refuses to start anything with Erin, because he doesn't think he can offer her anything and he is not into relationship so he rejects her advances. But he still wants to be her friend. When Erin tries to move on, he has a hard time with it, because he really wants her for himself.
Fab 4 rolled a 5, so we are on spot 37. Which means we can read Book 37 in a series, Book 3 in a series or Book 7 in a series. The alternative is to read a book that has a Setting in Italy
Roll 8, Spot 37Reluctant Alpha
by Kathi S. BartonRelevance: Aaron's Kiss #7 - Book 7 in a series
Date finished: 05/13/14
Rating: 5 Stars
Loved this tale. In all honesty, there are a few editing problems. The overall story line is strong, the characters full of color and the sex scenes steamy hot. Airic, the female lead, goes through Hell and comes out the other side a different person. It takes meeting Bradley for her to realize just how strong she has become. Bradley is used to a life of duty, taking care of others because it is his job. That all changes when he meets Airic, for the first time he has something that HE wants. What they have to face is horrific, how they bond together to survive is magical. A wonderful love story.
I'm still reading my book
should be finished sometime tonight.
I finished my book yesterday, but I am just being lazy about writing the review...
Finished it! Sometimes I don't know what to write for these reviews.Spot 37
Read:
Beautiful Ruins by Jess WaltersFinished: 5/14/14
ALT set in Italy
Rating: 3.5 ★★★
Review:
At first, I didn't think I was going to like this book. But has the storyline unfolded. I began to become intrigued with the characters, especially with the hopes and dreams of Pasquale the innkeeper and the inter-weaving of real-life events and figures. It all came together for me in this delightful and sad novel. Its definitely a book to be read again. I look forward to visiting this small Italian village again and vacationing at Pasquale's Inn. :)
Roll 8, Spot 37Book:
Grounded by R.K. Lilley.Date Read: 5/13/14
Rating: 5 Stars
Theme: Book 3
Review:
Finally the conclusion to James and Bianca's story. It was a great one and I am kind of sad to see it end. I loved reading about James and as much as he he is an alpha male, he is just so adorable in love. Not only am I sad to see the story end, but I will miss Bianca's best friend, Stephen. Everyone should have a friend like him. :) I loved this book more than the other because in this one was not solely from Bianca's point of view, but we got to see a little glimpse from Stephen and James POV as well and it was great to read. As it turns out, I don't have to get depressed about ending of the series, because there is another book slated to come out this year and its going to be from the my two favorite guys's point of view. I can't wait to read that one.
Bouchra, how are you doing with your book?
Bouchra, Haven't heard from you all day...will you be able to post your review soon, if not will you let me know so we can use the free pass?
Hey guys!Sorry, I didn't manage to finish the book, and I don't think I will manage to in the short time that's left. I've been having some unexpected family issues. I'm sorry for not posting earlier, but I thought I might be able to finish the book. Unfortunately, that's unlikely, so please use the free pass.
I will post the New roll by 9.Bouchra, I hope everything works out.
Fab 4 rolled a 6, so we are on spot 43. Which means we can read Book 43 in a series, Book 4 in a series or Book 3 in a series. The alternative is to read a book that has a Setting in Oregon
43Read:
Dead Men Don't Get the Munchies by Miranda BlissFinished: 5/17/15
Series: A Cooking Class Mystery #3
Rating: 2.5 ★★
Review:
I really didn't want to finish this book. I just didn't care it. I was annoyed with the storyline quite a few times. For example,the first line of the book.
I, Annie Capshaw, Am the World's Worst Cook. It just didn't sit right with me. It is a cooking class mystery . Then her boyfriend, Jim, persuades Annie to help him teach his cooking class (Come on! - keep this woman out of the kitchen) etc... There was some potential with some of the turns & twists in the storyline but at the end, it just fell flat for me. :(
The recipes in the back of the book look interesting. I do plan on trying some of them. :)
This is the first book of the series that I have read. I don't know if I'll give the others a try.
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