R7: "Seven Wonders of the Reading World" (2)

[JoAnne]

If I'm not finished by tomorrow night at midnight Central Time it will be close. I would then finish up when I get home Friday and then review and post.
My book was slow getting into but it's starting to pick up.

[Belinda]

Week 10 - Space 75
- Alternate: 2009
Finished: 25/3/15
Stars: 3

Review:
This a good starter. It confused me a little at the start referring to a previous mission until I looked at other reviews and realised it was pointing you towards a prequel novella. I see why people are drawn to this series and I'll be continuing on!

[Catherine]

I won't be done before tomorrow...I'm sorry guys...this week has been really bad...work has been quite crazy.

[Vi]

I know I've forgotten to post my review but will do it by today my time.. In another 6 hours. I'm on my mobile and I'm not able to format the post properly

[JoAnne]

Week 10: Roll: 6 Spot:75

(Cricket Creek #7) by Luann McLane

Qualification: book 7 in a series
Finished: 3/24/16

Review and rating - 4 stars:

This is the seventh book in the Cricket Creek series and I've only read book 6, Wildflower Wedding, previously. Nice to be back in small town Cricket Creek, KY with another contemporary romance. This time music is at it's core but the other residents, most of which I've met before, are in and out of the stories. It was a quick and fun read but the closure wasn't the best and a few times I went, huh?

I do have to go back and start at book one to be able to pick up the flow and the missing pieces.

[JoAnne]

Managed to finish - barely! Came home from work dizzy (good thing I live about 7 miles from work - in the same town since I drove really slow) and nauseous. Not sure if it's my vertigo or a stomach bug. Really hard to focus. Had this about a month ago and was sick for 2 1/2 days - even missed work. Luckily it's the long weekend so I can rest til Sunday if needed.

If you don't hear from me it's because being on the computer is hard when I'm like this. I'll catch up with everyone in a few days when I feel better and I'll pick my book then.

[Krystal]

Week 10: Roll: 6 Spot:75

Outlander Outlander #1 By Diana Gabaldon
Qualification: 2009 List Page 2
Finished: 3/25/16
Rating: 3.5 Stars

This is the first Diana Gabaldon book that I have read and so far I liked it but I didn't love it. The book was rather slow and boring to start and confusing at times. I do like how the character and plot development grew better as the book went on though. All in all I think I will give the next book in this series a shot.

[Krystal]

Which 2 sites do you review for JoAnn?

[Belinda]

Hope your feeling better Joanne.

Vi: open a browser in safari or similar. Works the same as the desktop version ;)

[JoAnne]

Krystal wrote: "Week 10: Roll: 6 Spot:75

Outlander Outlander #1 By Diana Gabaldon
Qualification: 2009 List Page 2
Finished: 3/25/16

This is the first Diana Gabaldon book that I have read and so far ..."

Don't forget to rate the book.

[JoAnne]

Krystal wrote: "Which 2 sites do you review for JoAnn?"

Thanks for asking

Romancing-the-Book.com and RomanceJunkies.com

http://romancing-the-book.com/2011/05...

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

Hope you feel better JoAnne

[Louise]

Completion Post
Week 10: Spot 75: #7 in Series

Agatha Raisin & the Wellspring of Death by M.C. Beaton
Date Read: 25/03/16
Rating: 3☆
How It Fits: #7 Agatha Raisin

Review:
This is the 7th installment of the Agatha Raisin mysteries and follows on shortly after the events in book #6. Agatha is approached by the boss of her former company to do some PR work for a bottled Water company that is coming to a neighbouring village. Initially refusing the offer she changes her mind when she stumbles across the body of the Chairman of the Parish council at the spring. Rather than joining forces Agatha and James stubbornness towardseach other lead them to investigate separately. There are hints in the book of James and Agatha re-uniting but Agatha's dalliance with the much younger Company Director, Guy, leaves James jealous and stubborn. We see more of the inner thoughts of both Agatha and James as they explore their feelings for each other, although sheer stubbornness keeps them apart. I enjoyed this book more than the last one and feel that the series is getting back on track.

[Louise]

I've updated the tracking post with everyone's reviews.

@Joanne I hope you're feeling better soon, I came home from work on Wednesday with a bad head and nausea. Ended up sleeping for 10 hours straight through. I feel for you.

@Vi, once you've posted your review I'll link it to the tracking post.

@Catherine, do you want me put you down as a pre - arranged absence, RL sucks at times when it ears into reading time.

[Catherine]

Louise....that woulf be great....if we're allowed again....sorry I dropped the ball this week...I just had too much on my plate :( I'll be here with bells on this week. :)

[Vi]

Week 10: Spot 75: #7 in Series



Book: A Finer End by Deborah Crombie
Date Read: 22 March 2016
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
A good installation. The supernatural elements in the book were interesting; not what usually happens in the Crombie book.

I liked the setup from the beginning. Kincaid and Gemma were not the main characters; the equal importance were given to all the characters. Kincaid and Gemma's relationship progress with some happening off the screen. I'm definitely picking up the next as I'm eager to see how they progress.

[Louise]

Week #11
What We Rolled: 10
We are on Spot 85
What We Can Read :
#5 in Series
#8 in series
#85 in series
Title 'M'

Louise Marrying Mister Perfect ◆ M Title◆ Review
Danielle Magic Breaks ◆M Title◆ Review
Krystal Most Wanted ◆ M Title◆ Review
JoAnne More Than a Feeling ◆M Title◆ Review
Vi
Catherine Murder in the Bastille ◆ M Title ◆Review
Belinda Staked ◆ #8 in Series ◆

[Louise]

Good luck everyone, this looks like it will be the last week.

[Krystal]

I'll try and find a book with the title of M

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

I'm going to read

[Krystal]

I'm going to read Most Wanted By Lisa Scottoline

[JoAnne]

I'll be reading by Sara Richardson.
It was the next book I need to review so it's perfect!

[Catherine]

Louise wrote: "Good luck everyone, this looks like it will be the last week."

Really!!?!?! :( did someone already achieve the goal as of this week?!

[JoAnne]

Catherine wrote: "Louise wrote: "Good luck everyone, this looks like it will be the last week."

Really!!?!?! :( did someone already achieve the goal as of this week?!"

One team is at 102 if they all post their reviews they win,

[Catherine]

Wow!

[Belinda]

I'm going to read #8 in the iron Druid series

[Catherine]

I going with Murder in the Bastille..alternate :) M title

[JoAnne]

Week 11: Roll: 10 Spot:85

More Than a Feeling (Heart of the Rockies #3) by Sara Richardson

Qualification: Title M
Finished: 3/28/16

Review and rating - 4 stars:

This is the third book in the Heart of the Rockies series and I've yet to read the first two books. Lots of adventures, secrets, beautiful scenery. Chemistry between Ruby and Sawyer but neither is looking for love and they both have walls built up due to their pasts. Nice happily ever after and the epilogue tied up the loose ends and gave nice closure.
I will definitely be reading the first two books in the series.

[Belinda]

Looks like team 8 has completed this week's reviews for the win. It's been great playing with a lovely, supportive group. Thanks ladies!!

[JoAnne]

I've enjoyed playing with all of you. We made a great team. Look forward to meeting up again in the future!

[Krystal]

I enjoyed playing with you ladies too :) Do we have to finish our reviews too or is this it?

[Catherine]

I'm almost done with my book :) I know we didn't win...but I'll still post :)

[JoAnne]

~Krystal wrote: "I enjoyed playing with you ladies too :) Do we have to finish our reviews too or is this it?"

I've always been on teams that finished out the week by posting even if we hadn't won.

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

I'll have my book done and posted early tomorrow. I had a few books I needed to finish for Net Galley before I could get this one done.

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

It was nice to get to know you all better and to play with you. Thanks and a big thanks to Louise for being the captain.

[Krystal]

JoAnne wrote: "~Krystal wrote: "I enjoyed playing with you ladies too :) Do we have to finish our reviews too or is this it?"

I've always been on teams that finished out the week by posting even if we hadn't won."

Oh good, I was hoping we still could, my book is amazing and I want to do a review as soon as I'm finished it.

[JoAnne]

~Krystal wrote: "JoAnne wrote: "~Krystal wrote: "I enjoyed playing with you ladies too :) Do we have to finish our reviews too or is this it?"

I've always been on teams that finished out the week by posting even i..."

Look forward to reading it and seeing your thoughts!

[Louise]

It has been great and a pleasure, I finished my book late last night and will post my review later.

[Danielle Gypsy Soul]

Week 11: Roll: 10 Spot:85

Book: Magic Breaks by Ilona Andrews
Qualification: Title M
Finished: 4/01/16
Rating ★★★★★
Review: This is by far one of the best series I've ever read and I enjoy each and every book. This one was a little different and it sometimes felt like the author was writing for people who hadn't read the series so they wouldn't be lost. There was a lot happening in this book and Kate was separated from Curran for a great deal of the story. Still lots of action an lots of monsters. Can't wait for the next one!

[Louise]

Week 11: Spot: 85 M Title


Marrying Mister Perfect by Lizzie Shane
How It Fits: Title M
Date Read: 31/03/16
Rating: 4☆
Review:

This was an easy to read not quite fairytale romance. Jack and Louise have been best friends since high school and for the last four years have been living together, with Louise taking on the pseudo role of Wife and Mother without the benefits, after the death of Jack's wife. Louise has always held a flame for Jack however her feelings aren't reciprocated, or are they?

When Jack is given the opportunity to star in reality tv show "Marrying Mister Perfect " their relationship is put to the test, as Jack dates various women to find a wife and mother to his children. There is a little fun-poking at reality tv in the book, which highlights some of the realities of being on camera 24/7 and lives being taken over in the name of entertainment. The ending was a little predictable but it didn't mar the book. I will probably read the next in the series as I enjoyed the style of this book.

[Louise]

Even though we haven't won if everyone posts their books as their finished I will post our final position.

[Krystal]

Week 11: Roll: 10 Spot:85
Most Wanted by Lisa Scottoline
Book: Most Wanted By Lisa Scottoline
Qualification: Title M
Finished: 4/01/16
Rating ★★★★★
Review: I absolutely loved this book, it was so twisted but the character and plot development was so good I didn't want to put it down. The story follows Christine a sperm donor recipient who's husband Marcus is infertile. When she is 2 months pregnant she learns that her donor Zachary Jeffcoat is arrested and charged with the Serial murders of 3 different nurses. However, the book does not go as you would expect because Christine ends up helping with Zachary's defense and from there it takes you on a winding road you could never be prepared for.

[Vi]

I still haven't finished my M book. Had to work over the weekend and I feel like a slump is coming on..

[Catherine]

I didn't have a chance to get here yesterday...but I finished last night :)

Murder in the Bastille

M title

Rate: 5 stars
Review: I am loving this series. Aimée is such a character. I wish I had her deductive skills...she's a computer genius, who runs a computer security business. Each book in this series takes place in the span of a week....I realise this could be difficult to believe...because things do not always go to plan, a dsome cases can take months to solve....but Cara Black does an excellwnt job wrapping up each case quickly.