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2016 March Pick-It-For-Me Challenge
Fran! I didn't get to your picks last night, went out to dinner with the family and got back late. I will have them done today!
Rachel C. wrote: "@ Kait: LOL. No problem; I just can't say no to books! I think I'm going to be eating away quite a bit at your recommendations this month :) I'm suddenly really excited for March to roll around!@..."
Thank you, I'm going to have a proper look through all those new suggestions later.
Hi Nancy,
I hope you can find some good books from my selections for you.
Costa Rica -
TBR - Outlander - no people on the cover
NEW -To Die For - the MC needs protection
Greece -
TBR - Slow Dancing on Dinosaur Bones: A Novel - structure on the cover
NEW - Only the Stones Survive - Mythological/structure on cover
Las Vegas, NV -
TBR - An Accommodating Spouse - marriage is part of the story
NEW -Blue Hill Blood - marriage features strongly in this. It's full of suspense and I loved it
Myrtle Beach, SC -
TBR - Where Yesterday Lives - this is set in a seaside town
TBR - Coming Undone - family plays a large part
Orlando, FL -
TBR - Midnight Bayou - paranormal romance
NEW - Salt to the Sea - this one is set over different locations
Panama City -
TBR - Hot in Here - MC is in the food industry. I have this on my shelf too so hopefully it's good
NEW - The Martian - Bestseller
Puerto Rico -
NEW - The Lake House - historical/major city
NEW - The Forgotten Room - historical
Republic of Ireland -
TBR - The Brightest Star in the Sky - This is set in Ireland. I've read this one and I have to say that it's not only funny, it's beautiful and the whole thing is done really well.
TBR - Cantora - covers a long time span 20+ years
Penney,Here are your picks, hope you like them!!
Happy Reading!
Costa Rica- Rock Chick Renegade-no people on cover and the MC provides protection. Plus I love this series!
Greece- The Longest Ride- it has a barn/structure on the cover it is also a good book!
Las Vegas- The Single Undead Moms Club- pretty funny book...well all of Molly Harper's books are funny to me!
Mrytle Beach- The Slow Regard of Silent Things- it has a pretty creepy (to me) walkway on the cover and it seems like an interesting book!
Orlando- Hungry Like the Wolf- it has shifters, I haven't read it yet (it is on my TBR). But my friend read it and she liked it a lot!
Panama City- Kade's Dark Embrace- Starts in NY but then it is primarily in NOLA. Good start to a great series!
Puerto Rico- Secrets of a Viscount- A historical, a pretty good one too. It also has a bright and beautiful cover!
Republic of Ireland- Wicked Sexy Liar- a very green cover and it looks pretty good!!
Sassafrass wrote: "Fran! I didn't get to your picks last night, went out to dinner with the family and got back late. I will have them done today!"Thanks Sass! I can't wait to see what you've got for me!
MountainKat wrote: "Fran! Thanks for the awesome picks! I see several I want to read and those new one sound good too! Looking forward to March! =)"Yay!
Diane FireflyWow this was a bit harder since you've read a lot of the same things that I have. But here goes and hope you like a few:
Costa Rica
TBR - Sommersgate House - No People on the Cover (I haven't read this one but I like the author)
NEW - Darkness Dawns - MC provides protection (I really like this series and think it gets even better as it goes along).
Greece
TBR - Grave Memory - Includes Structures on the cover (I've been waiting for the 4th book in this series for a long time but I think it's due out soon.)
New - Alex - tagged sports (I haven't read this one but it's on my TBR)
Las Vegas
TBR - Public Displays of Affection - tagged humor (I haven't read this book but I like the author and think her books are pretty funny).
NEW - Something About You - tagged humor (I loved this book it was really funny and entertaining)
NEW - Lick - Musicians (A great start to an erotic series about rockstars)
Myrtle Beach
TBR - Sins of the Heart - Family is important (I enjoyed this series)
NEW - Untraceable - Trees on the cover (This is a fantastic RS Series)
Orlando
TBR - Kodiak's Claim - shifter on cover (I thought this was an entertaining a quick read)
NEW - Raphael - PNR (Another PNR series I love although the first book wasn't my favorite and if I remember it had a cliff hanger but it's worth it and the second book is great).
Not on TBR but not NEW author - Serpent's Kiss - PNR (You should keep going with this series)
Panama City
TBR - Blueburied Muffins - mc in food industry (Haven't read this book or author)
NEW - Real - Best Selling book (On NY Times list a couple years ago and recommended to me - I plan to read this one soon.)
Puerto Rico
TBR - Atlantis Unleashed - MC is searching for something (I enjoyed this series)
NEW - Body of Evidence - MC is searching for something (I loved this book and it can be read out of order - I actually didn't like the first one as well)
NEW - The Bride - historical (I don't like her new stuff all that well but I loved her historical novels - they are really funny)
Ireland
TBR - Tempest's Legacy - greenish cover (Haven't read this but I own the first two so I will some day)
Not on TBR but not new author - Devoted in Death - Roarke (let's face it he's an amazing Irish Hero and this is the next book in the series for you)
Hi Shelby,Costa Rica—
(TBR)
(new)Greece—
(tbr)
(new)Las Vegas, NV—
(tbr)
(new)Myrtle Beach, SC—
(tbr)
(new)Orlando, FL –
(tbr)
(new)Panama City Beach, FL—
(tbr)
(new)Puerto Rico—
(tbr)
(new)Republic of Ireland—
(tbr)
(new)
DrishtiHere are my picks for you:
Costa Rica: Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection.
TBR: Room
NEW: Born of Night
Greece: Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR: The Last Olympian
NEW: The Rent Collector
Las Vegas, NV: Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR: Mr. Maybe
NEW: The Selection
Myrtle Beach: Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR: Beautiful Darkness
NEW: Exclusively Yours
Orlando, FL: Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR: Every Last Word
NEW: Shiver
Panama City Beach, FL: Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR: Coffeehouse Angel
NEW: Dance Upon the Air
Puerto Rico: Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
NEW: The Bride
Republic of Ireland: Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR: Insurgent
NEW: The Thirteenth Tale
Hi Sonal! I'm getting ready to delve into your shelves now. You'll have picks before this night is over...promise :)
fleurette wrote: "KaitI have read many books from your TBR shelf, so it wasn't really hard to pick some for you. That's why I have decided to propose you two books from your TBR pile for every task. Fortunately, we..."
Thank you SO much for the picks, fleurette. They all look awesome. Bring on March!! Hopefully I will have plenty of reading time :)
I'm really glad you like them, Kait
CecilyWe had very little in common, so I hope you find something that intrigues you in these picks.
1. Costa Rica: Forgotten Sins by Rebecca Zanetti is a suspenseful thrill ride. The hero has amnesia and the heroine (his estranged wife) does need protection from people hunting him. Or check out Linda Howard's Mr. Perfect for a suspenseful book with a bit of humor
2. Greece: We have sports themed college romance with a surprisingly likeable hero in The Deal by Elle Kennedy. Or check out how far the Greek gods have fallen as they attempt to survive current day in Gods Behaving Badly by Marie Phillips
3. Las Vegas, NV: Seduction and Snacks by Tara Sivec is very humorous (the child is a bit out of control). Or check out Weddings Can Be Murder by Christie Craig where there is a serial killer on the loose and the heroine is getting signs she might want to cancel her wedding.
4. Myrtle Beach, SC: My Blood Approves by Amanda Hocking (lovely tree on the cover) or Fool for Love by Beth Ciotta where the heroine hires on as a cook/companion for an elderly lady whose family is worried about her and discovers a great small town and the Cupcake Club.
5. Orlando, FL: Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison is a great story. Dragos is the very alpha leader of the dragons and Pia was blackmailed into stealing from him. Or check out Moon Called by Patricia Briggs. I've just finished a re-read of this series and still thought it was amazing. Mercy is a mechanic and a coyote walker who ends up getting in over her head helping out the local werewolf pack.
6. Panama City Beach, FL: Hex Hall by Rachel Hawkins is set at a boarding school in the south for children with abilities. Brownies and Broomsticks by Bailey Cates has the MC working in a bakery with her aunt and learning about her magical gift all while trying to solve a murder.
7. Puerto Rico: Give Him the Slip by Geralyn Dawson was a fun romance where the heroine has a past she wants to hide, but always seems to find trouble and the hero doesn't want to be involved. Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder has the heroine removed from jail and offered the chance to be the King's poison taster or death. Learning about poison tasting was fascinating as was this well thought out fantasy world.
8. Republic of Ireland: Well the color and month fit, so I've got to recommend March by Audrey Carlan. Or start the amazing mystery/crime with a touch of romance series by J.D. Robb with Naked in Death and learn how awesome (and very Irish) Roarke is.
Danielle wrote: "Diane FireflyWow this was a bit harder since you've read a lot of the same things that I have. But here goes and hope you like a few:
Costa Rica
TBR - Sommersgate House - No Peop..."
Thanks for the great picks Danielle! I have no idea where I'll end up starting, but I'm sure it will be great.
Hi Pam, here are your picks! It wasn't a terribly long wait, but I still hope it was worth it!Costa Rica:
NEW: Technically, all of these are new, you haven't read the author before, but they are all listed on your shelves. I'm just giving you several to choose from because I couldn't resist. =) I loved all of these!
Midnight Man by Lisa Marie Rice
Extreme Exposure by Pamela Clare
Hard as It Gets by Laura Kaye
Greece:
NEW: Out Of Her League by Kaylea Cross - I think you might like this one. Or Off Sides by Sawyer Bennett - I really liked this one!
TBR: Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton - I love this series, reading the most recent one now!
Las Vegas:
NEW: Rusty Nailed by Alice Clayton - Nice continuation for the whole crowd!
TBR: Deep by Kylie Scott - Just finished this, really enjoyed the whole series!
Myrtle Beach:
NEW: My Kind of Wonderful by Jill Shalvis - I'll be listening to this in March, buddy read?
TBR: The Chance by Robyn Carr - Or whatever one you are at in this series.
Orlando:
NEW: Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison - Wonderfully fun, great in audio!
TBR: Feverborn by Karen Marie Moning - Looks like you are enjoying these.
Panama City Beach:
TBR: I'm going to give you a few options here too, but I drew a blank on something new. So this one balances out Costa Rica! =P
The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis - Loved this book!
All He Ever Needed by Shannon Stacey - So good and so much fun!
A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole - This is where the series really gets started! And you could use it for the year long buddy read!
Puerto Rico:
NEW: A Kiss For Midwinter by Courtney Milan - She is the FAC author for March and I'll be reading this one too!
TBR: Eleven Scandals to Start to Win a Duke's Heart by Sarah MacLean - I like her writing!
Ireland:
NEW: Tears of the Moon or Born in Ice by Nora Roberts - You have the first of these trilogies on your read shelf, but not these. I love NR's trilogies and both of these were great!
TBR: Devoted in Death by J.D. Robb - Who doesn't love Roarke, and Eve?! I think this is where you are, but remember you can read whichever is the right one in the series for you - it's in the rules, I'm not making that up! =D
I hope you find at least one you want to in March! Enjoy!
Hi Fran! Here are your picks for the month! I hope you have a couple that you want to read next month. :)Costa Rica
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
[TBR]
Just Desserts -- looks cute. I really enjoy Mary Calmes' books[NEW]
Axel -- great series. Axel runs a security companyGreece
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
[TBR]
Him -- just loved this. Great m/m[NEW]
Hounded -- I know this one is romance, but it's freakin' great! I don't know if you listen to audiobooks, but that's the way to go with this series. Great mythology of all kinds.Las Vegas, NV
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
[TBR]
Apples Should Be Red -- this on looks cute and funny.[NEW]
Rock Addiction -- this is something a little different from the Nalini Singh I'm used to. I've been really enjoying this series.Myrtle Beach, SC
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
[TBR]
Faith & Fidelity -- this one was really great. It was so heart wrenching at times but was an amazing read.[NEW]
Laid Bare--this is one of my all time favorite series. It's centered around the Brown family. And this book give us an introduction to these characters who I love.Orlando, FL
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
[TBR]
My Shifter Showmance[NEW]
Written in Red -- I showed up late to the party with this series but I love it! Amazing writing and fantastic world building. I love the others!Panama City Beach, FL
☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
[TBR]
Sugar and Spice: -- looks like there is a baker in here??[NEW]
Sweet Addiction -- hot and funny and there is cake! what could be better?Puerto Rico
☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
[TBR]
Brigand (historical)[NEW]
Opening Up -- PJ, the main character is searching for where she fits in. Another great series by Lauren DaneRepublic of Ireland
☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
[TBR]
Bells and Balls Ok, so I know this might be stretching it, but the guy on the cover is a ginger and it's set in London, so it's reasonable to think he may be Irish, right?[NEW]
Dirty Trick -- very cute friends to lovers story and it has a green cover!Well that's it. I hope something works for you. Enjoy!
Hello Vandhana! Costa Rica:
New to you and a majority of the book takes place in a forest. Greece:
Another new to you book. This is full of Greek mythology and it is the beginning of an awesome series, The Dark Hunters. Las Vegas, NV:
From your TBR and water on the cover. Myrtle Beach, SC:
New to you, takes place in a sea side town, and lots of family around. It's a really cute series. Orlando, FL:
From your TBR and one of my favorite in the series .Panama City, FL:
Best selling book from your TBR. This is technically book 2 in the series, but you do not need to read this series in order. They are each enjoyable on their own. Puerto Rico:
From your TBR, takes place in a well known city. It's a long read, and takes a little bit to get going, but once it does you won't be able to put it down. Republic of Ireland:
New to you book, takes place in Ireland, and is the first book in an awesome series! I hope you find something you like :)
Sassafrass wrote: "Hi Fran! Here are your picks for the month! I hope you have a couple that you want to read next month. :)Costa Rica
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides prot..."
Sass!
Thank you so much for the fantastic picks! There are so many I would like to read. I will see how many I can get to in March :)
Thanks again!
Ok Sonal, here are your picks. That shouldn't have taken me as long as it did, we have similar taste in books. I tried to go a bit outside your comfort zone while still choosing books I felt you'd like. I hope you find something good in here...1. Costa Rica
The Will by Kristen Ashley ~ What decent KA hero doesn't NEED to protect??
Midnight Man by Lisa Marie Rice ~ Idk why I love this book so much... I just have a weakness for alpha males I guess.
2. Greece
Gods of the Highlands by Bambi Lynn ~ Ok, Celtic mythology instead of Greek but it works.
Sweet Filthy Boy by Christina Lauren ~ I fell in love with this book and the series!
3. Vegas
Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie ~ The title alone works for "Vegas", but Crusie always makes me laugh.
Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs by Molly Harper ~ A fun paranormal with a snarky humor like Susan Elizabeth Phillips
4. Myrtle Beach
Stepbrother, Mine by Mandy Lou Dowson ~ I'm thinking family must play a pretty big role here.
The Unidentified Redhead by Alice Clayton ~ LA is a seaside town, no? Anyway, this read is totally worth my little flub.
5. Orlando
The Heir by Kiera Cass ~ Looks like a good paranormal from your list.
Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison ~ I recommend this book all the time because it's just THAT good!
6. Panama City
The Bourbon Kings by J.R. Ward ~ The new Black Dagger book doesn't come out until April so I'll give you this one set in the South
Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews ~ I don't know if you like urban fantasy but this is a great series. The romance doesn't start in the first book, but when it does...BAM!
7. Puerto Rico
Bound by Honor by Cora Reilly ~ Chicago is definitely a major city.
Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale ~ A GREAT historical romance that does not follow the typical pattern. AT. ALL.
8. Ireland
Ferney by James Long ~ I can't tell the setting but it's certainly "greenish"
Jewels of the Sun by Nora Roberts ~ It's time for you to pick up one of Nora's books. It took me a long time as well, but she's an excellent storyteller and I think you'd really enjoy her.
Happy Reading!!
Elke wrote: "Penney,Here are your picks, hope you like them!!
Happy Reading!
Costa Rica- Rock Chick Renegade-no people on cover and the MC provides protection. Plus I love this series!
Gree..."
Great picks Elke, thanks! I won't know what I'll choose until I either fit it into the monthly challenge or just pick it up and start reading.
Thanks again!
Fran wrote: "Sass!Thank you so much for the fantastic picks! There are so many I would like to read. I will see how many I can get to in March :)
Thanks again! "
Glad you liked them, Fran. I'm interested in hearing what you think next month.
Hi Stacie,I will get your picks done tomorrow because we are having bad thunderstorms right now and I need to shut down my computer. Thanks in advance for understanding.
Tink Magoo is bad at reviews wrote: "Rachel C. wrote: "@ Kait: LOL. No problem; I just can't say no to books! I think I'm going to be eating away quite a bit at your recommendations this month :) I'm suddenly really excited for March ..."Hi Tink Magoo,
Thank you for the good picks. They look excellent and I will explore them more tomorrow online when thunder isn't booming all around me! I will let you know which one I choose to start with - that will be hard because they all look good.
Thanks again!
Hi Kristin! Here are your choices:
1) Costa Rica—A rugged, rain-forested country located in Central America, Costa Rica is considered to be on of the most valued environmental destinations, the country has protected approximately 25% of its forests and reserves. In addition, monkeys are the most common mammals, while 10% of the world’s butterflies call Costa Rica home.
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
TBR- Dear John by Nicholas Sparks
NEW- Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout - READ THIS! NOW! - MC needs protection so that's why I chose this..
2)Greece—Located at the crossroads to Europe, Asia, and Africa, Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization. The birthplace of the Olympics and home to some of the oldest structures in the world, including the Parthenon, Greece has one of the longest histories of any country.
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR- India Fan by Victoria Holt - Set in Asia- India.
3)Las Vegas, NV—Home to America’s most well-known adult playground and known as the “Marriage Capital of the World,” Las Vegas hosts more than 41 million people each year! In addition to gambling, Vegas offers a wide variety of entertainment, including comedy and musical shows to the free attractions found along the strip, such as the world famous fountains at the Bellagio.
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR- Never Never by Colleen Hoover - Water on the cover- looked like it.
NEW- Three Amazing Things About You by Jill Mansell - Marriage is part of it. Its real good. You'll like it :)
4)Myrtle Beach, SC—Touted as one of the most family-friendly spring break destinations, Myrtle Beach was named after the Sweet Myrtle tree native to the area. The 1.2-mile stretch of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk provides an oceanfront walkway for visitors to enjoy shopping, eating, and entertainment year round.
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR- Ape House by Sara Gruen - Tree on cover.
NEW- Saving June by Hannah Harrington - Family plays an important part- Sister Love :)
5)Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios—Located Located in central Florida, Orlando is home to more than a dozen theme parks—the two most popular being Walt Disney World, which includes the 403-acre Animal Kingdom (its largest theme park) and Universal Studios, which includes the Wizarding World of Harry Potter where visitors can send (snail) mail from Hogsmeade Village (letters sent from Hogsmeade received a special postmark!).
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR - Awakened by Brenda K. Davies - paranormal theme- about vampires.
NEW -The Fallen Star by Jessica Sorensen - Again. Paranormal theme. It's real good though. :)
6)Panama City Beach, FL— A waterfront town in Northwest Florida and the number 1 spring break destination in the United States, Panama City Beach is known for its 27+ miles of white sand beaches that edge where the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge. Known as the Seafood Capital of the South, visitors can enjoy the numerous dining options.
☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR- The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks - Set in North Carolina for most parts.
7)Puerto Rico—Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the island of Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory in 1898. The island territory is home to the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction—San Juan is the capital, as well as the most populous city of Puerto Rico. Visitors will enjoy the year-round 70°F to 80°F weather while they search for buried treasure, walk some of the 270 miles of beach, or explore the 200+ caves in Rio Camuy Cave Park.
☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR- A Date with the Other Side by Erin McCarthy - Pink! Very bright cover!
8)Republic of Ireland—Many people associate Ireland with green rolling hills, the Blarney Stone, Guinness and St. Patrick’s Day. While the Irish people have a long-held history, the island itself has been inhabited for roughly 7,000 years. It is commonly believed that Ireland has given the world two holidays over the centuries: (1) Halloween—whose origins began with the Gaelic festival held on October 31 and (2) St. Patrick’s Day—which celebrates the work of Saint Patrick who is credited with driving all the snakes out of Ireland.
☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR- Untraceable by S.R. Johannes - Greenish cover. By the way plot looks interesting :)
1) Costa Rica—A rugged, rain-forested country located in Central America, Costa Rica is considered to be on of the most valued environmental destinations, the country has protected approximately 25% of its forests and reserves. In addition, monkeys are the most common mammals, while 10% of the world’s butterflies call Costa Rica home.
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
TBR- Dear John by Nicholas Sparks
NEW- Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout - READ THIS! NOW! - MC needs protection so that's why I chose this..
2)Greece—Located at the crossroads to Europe, Asia, and Africa, Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization. The birthplace of the Olympics and home to some of the oldest structures in the world, including the Parthenon, Greece has one of the longest histories of any country.
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR- India Fan by Victoria Holt - Set in Asia- India.
3)Las Vegas, NV—Home to America’s most well-known adult playground and known as the “Marriage Capital of the World,” Las Vegas hosts more than 41 million people each year! In addition to gambling, Vegas offers a wide variety of entertainment, including comedy and musical shows to the free attractions found along the strip, such as the world famous fountains at the Bellagio.
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR- Never Never by Colleen Hoover - Water on the cover- looked like it.
NEW- Three Amazing Things About You by Jill Mansell - Marriage is part of it. Its real good. You'll like it :)
4)Myrtle Beach, SC—Touted as one of the most family-friendly spring break destinations, Myrtle Beach was named after the Sweet Myrtle tree native to the area. The 1.2-mile stretch of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk provides an oceanfront walkway for visitors to enjoy shopping, eating, and entertainment year round.
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR- Ape House by Sara Gruen - Tree on cover.
NEW- Saving June by Hannah Harrington - Family plays an important part- Sister Love :)
5)Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios—Located Located in central Florida, Orlando is home to more than a dozen theme parks—the two most popular being Walt Disney World, which includes the 403-acre Animal Kingdom (its largest theme park) and Universal Studios, which includes the Wizarding World of Harry Potter where visitors can send (snail) mail from Hogsmeade Village (letters sent from Hogsmeade received a special postmark!).
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR - Awakened by Brenda K. Davies - paranormal theme- about vampires.
NEW -The Fallen Star by Jessica Sorensen - Again. Paranormal theme. It's real good though. :)
6)Panama City Beach, FL— A waterfront town in Northwest Florida and the number 1 spring break destination in the United States, Panama City Beach is known for its 27+ miles of white sand beaches that edge where the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay converge. Known as the Seafood Capital of the South, visitors can enjoy the numerous dining options.
☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR- The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks - Set in North Carolina for most parts.
7)Puerto Rico—Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1493, the island of Puerto Rico became a U.S. territory in 1898. The island territory is home to the oldest city under U.S. jurisdiction—San Juan is the capital, as well as the most populous city of Puerto Rico. Visitors will enjoy the year-round 70°F to 80°F weather while they search for buried treasure, walk some of the 270 miles of beach, or explore the 200+ caves in Rio Camuy Cave Park.
☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR- A Date with the Other Side by Erin McCarthy - Pink! Very bright cover!
8)Republic of Ireland—Many people associate Ireland with green rolling hills, the Blarney Stone, Guinness and St. Patrick’s Day. While the Irish people have a long-held history, the island itself has been inhabited for roughly 7,000 years. It is commonly believed that Ireland has given the world two holidays over the centuries: (1) Halloween—whose origins began with the Gaelic festival held on October 31 and (2) St. Patrick’s Day—which celebrates the work of Saint Patrick who is credited with driving all the snakes out of Ireland.
☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR- Untraceable by S.R. Johannes - Greenish cover. By the way plot looks interesting :)
Penney wrote: "Ok Sonal, here are your picks. That shouldn't have taken me as long as it did, we have similar taste in books. I tried to go a bit outside your comfort zone while still choosing books I felt you'd ..."Thank you so much penny, I just love the list and will definitely start with a NEW to me author.
Loved your little comments too. :)
Hi Ashley,here are your picks, I hope you like them.
1. Costa Rica
NEW - Reflected in You
(No people on the cover)TBR - Heart-Shaped Hack
(No people on the cover + MC needs protection)2. Greece
NEW - The Perfect Game
(This one is tagged as sports)TBR - Chasing Daisy
(Buildings or Structures on the cover)3. Las Vegas
NEW - Temptation
(Marriage in the story)TBR - Wethering the Storm
(Tagged Music)4. Myrtle Beach
TBR - Golden Trail
(Family plays important role)Come Away with Me
(Set in a seaside town)5. Orlando
NEW - The Longest Ride
(Animal on the cover)TBR - Gabriel's Hope
(Paranormal theme)6. Panama City
NEW - Yes, Chef
(MC is a chef)TBR -The Bourbon Kings
(Set in South)7. Puerto Rico
NEW - Everything and the Moon
(Historical Romance)TBR - Flowers from the Storm
(Historical Romance)8. Republic of Ireland
NEW - Beware of Bad Boy
(greenish cover)TBR - Amazon Lily
(green cover)happy reading!!! :)
Hey Kristy! So after some careful consideration here are my picks for you. :)1. Costa Rica
Angels' Blood - TBR
The Awakening - New
2. Greece
The Dream Hunter - TBR
Touch of Frost - New
3. Las Vegas, NV
An Arranged Marriage - TBR
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - TBR
4. Myrtle Beach, SC
Down London Road - TBR
Throne of Glass - New
5. Orlando, FL
Moon Called - TBR
An Intrepid Trip to Love - New (I know you don't have an MM on your list and please feel free to ignore this one if you don't like the concept, but it was too cute not to recommend.)
6. Panama City Beach, FL
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire - TBR
Ready Player One - New
7. Puerto Rico
The Duchess War - TBR
The Darkest Night - New
8. Republic of Ireland
Jewels of the Sun - TBR
Dragonsong - New
Hi Stacie,Here are your picks. If you don't find anything you like, please let me know because you have lots of good books awaiting you in your TBR shelves and I pick can more for you.
Costa Rica One with You - no people on cover; Mean Streak - takes place in a forest (I really liked this one and could not put it down!)
Greece The Golem and the Jinni - has a structure on the cover; The Baller: A Down and Dirty Football Novel - sports; The India Fan - India/Asia - a really good story
Las Vegas Wedding Night - definitely about marriage; Must Love Otters - very funny - I laughed out loud several times while reading this one.
Myrtle Beach Multiple Listings - family; What I Thought Was True - seaside; Listen to Me - musician
Orlando Twice Upon a Roadtrip - various locations; The Raven King and The Art of Racing in the Rain - both have animals on the cover
Panama City Nuts - MC is in food industry; Julia's Chocolates - also food industry - This is one of my all-time favorite books.
Puerto Rico Here I Go Again - bright cover; Extreme Exposure - major city, Denver (I just finished this one and it was really good); A Curious Beginning - historical, an unusual heroine and hero, and the start of a series that I am definitely going to love!
Ireland In Real Life - greenish (sort of) cover; Gone With a Handsomer Man - more green on the cover; Semi-Sweet: A Novel of Love and Cupcakes - Ireland (This is near the top of my TBR stack so if you would want to do a Buddy Read, just let me know.)
Happy Reading!
Hi Masoodah!Costa Rica
(New) Shiver (no people on the cover)
(New) Written in Red (MC needs protection)
Greece
(New) Soundless (mythology)
(New) Alex (sports)
Las Vegas, NV
TBR Wallbanger (tagged as humor/funny)
TBR Playing for Keeps (tagged as humor/funny)
Myrtle Beach, SC
TBR Last Lovers (walking path)
New Treasure on Moon Lake (family plays an important part)
Orlando, FL
TBR Tiger's Curse (animal on the cover)
New Cry Wolf (shifters)
Panama City Beach, FL
New Celine (set in Louisiana)
New Cupcakes, Trinkets, and Other Deadly Magic (food industry)
Puerto Rico
New Romancing the Duke (historical)
New Angels' Blood (MC is searching for something)
Republic of Ireland
TBR Wither (greenish color)
New Wickedly Dangerous (greenish cover)
I hope you find something to your enjoyment!
Hi Michelle I hope you find something good here to read :)Costa Rica
TBR: Protecting What's His MC needs or provides protection
New In the Woods (set in the forest)
Greece
New Sweet Filthy Boy
TBR The Wrath and the Dawn (set in Asia/Middle East and mystical/mythological) and really good.
Las Vegas
TBR Wallbanger (humor)
TBR Maybe Someday (music)
Myrtle Beach, SC
New Garden Spells
TBR Red Hill (a rode to walk on the cover)
Orlando, FL
New Feral Sins (shifter)
TBR Dead Witch Walking
Panama City Beach, FL
TBR Delicious! (food)
New Seduction and Snacks (food with humor)
Puerto Rico
TBR Soundless (historical)
New The Nightingale (historical- really good story)
Republic of Ireland
New Naked in Death (MC is Irish descent)
TBR Rock Chick Rescue (green cover)
~KarenH~ wrote: "Hey KathyD!Didn’t we just do this??? ;-) I hope you find something here that works for you!
Costa Rica:
TBR: Hotter Than Wildfire (MC provides protection)
NEW: [book:Jungle Heat|8..."
Thanks Karen!! These are awesome picks!! =)
BrettI'll get your picks done tomorrow. Tuesday was my son's birthday, yesterday our power went out and tonight I was slammed by people picking up GS cookies. Sorry for the delay.
Sassafrass!! I hope you enjoy your picks this month!There a couple of truly new authors for you but also new books by authors you seem to like a lot - I hope you don't mind :-) Let me know if you need any repicks.
Costa Rica:
☘TBR: Reckless - Nicole Edwards - no people on the cover
☘NEW: Getting Rid Of Bradley - Jennifer Cruisie - she needs, he provides protection
Greece:
☘TBR: Hawke - Sawyer Bennett - tagged sports
☘NEW: Delayed Penalty - Shey Stahl - tagged sports; taking a chance with this as there is some question about the author and plagiarism. I won't buy any new books by her but I already had this one and needed the book for a challenge - was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked it.
Las Vegas, NV:
☘TBR: Dear Rockstar - Emme Rollins - tagged as music/musicians
☘NEW: Try Me - Olivia Cunning - tagged as music/musicians; you've read Sinners and others by her but none of the Sole Regret series... so Try Me as the title says!
Myrtle Beach, SC
☘TBR: The Way You Look Tonight - Bella Andre - walkway on the cover
☘NEW: The Other C-Word - MK Schiller - family plays an important part in the story
Orlando, FL:
☘TBR: The Shadows - J.R. Ward - paranormal theme
☘NEW: Forgotten Sins - Rebecca Zanetti - paranormal theme - more subtle than most PNs; I LOVED this series!!
Panama City Beach, FL:
☘TBR: Truly - Ruthie Knox - MC is in the food industry
☘NEW: Magnolia Summer - Jaci Burton - set in the South
Puerto Rico:
☘TBR: The Many Sins Of Lord Cameron - Jennifer Ashley - tagged historical; mmmm, I think Cameron was my favorite of all the brothers!
☘NEW: Stolen Fury - Elisabeth Naughton - MC is searching or exploring for something; they are searching for lost/stolen artifacts
Republic of Ireland:
☘TBR: Betrayal in Death - J.D. Robb - Do I really need to say Roarke? *pauses a minute to sigh dreamily and fan over-heated face*
☘NEW: Dark Witch - Nora Roberts - set in Ireland, all from Irish descent and spans centuries! (also, didn't intend to have both of these be La Nora choices but she does tend to include a lot of Irish/Gaelic settings/influence in her books)
Kaitlyn wrote: "I don't know if I'm even writing in the right place here but I figured I'd give it a shot. Okay I need some recommendations here. I'm an avid book worm. I love romance with some HOT SEX but with a ..."Kaitlyn,
This is a challenge thread. I am deleting your comment and posting it in the 'Book/Author/Series/Genre' folder. I think you will have better luck getting some book recommendations there :)
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Emelie wrote: "Hi fleurette here are your picks1. Tbr ..."
Thanks, Emelie!
Hello Elke, Sorry, it took so long for me to give you some picks. I have been sick for what feels like forever, and my February challenges have suffered, lol!
Costa Rica (TBR)
Convicted (Consequences #3) by Aleatha Romig ~No People On The Cover
Greece (N2U)
Pucked (Pucked #1) by Helena Hunting ~Tagged Sports
Las Vegas (N2U)
Ten Tiny Breaths (Ten Tiny Breaths #1) by K.A. Tucker ~Water on the Cover
Myrtle Beach, SC (TBR)
Stolen Course (Wrecked and Ruined #2) by Aly Martinez ~Tree on the Cover
Orlando, Fl (TBR)
Fire Touched (Mercy Thompson #9) by Patricia Briggs ~Paranormal Theme
Panama City Beach, Fl (N2U)
King (King #1) by T.M. Frazier ~ Southern Setting
Puerto Rico (N2U)
Hopeless (Hopeless #1) by Colleen Hoover ~ Searching for something (answers to her past)
Republic Of Ireland (TBR)
Outtakes From The Grave (Night Huntress #7.5) by Jeaniene Frost ~ Mostly Green Cover
Cecily wrote: "Hello Elke, Sorry, it took so long for me to give you some picks. I have been sick for what feels like forever, and my February challenges have suffered, lol!
Costa Rica (TBR)
Convicted (Co..."
No worries!! Picks are great! I will let you know what I read!
Hope you feel better!
Fran wrote: "Kaitlyn wrote: "I don't know if I'm even writing in the right place here but I figured I'd give it a shot. Okay I need some recommendations here. I'm an avid book worm. I love romance with some HOT..."And can you give me the link to that folder?
Kaitlyn wrote: "Fran wrote: "Kaitlyn wrote: "I don't know if I'm even writing in the right place here but I figured I'd give it a shot. Okay I need some recommendations here. I'm an avid book worm. I love romance ..."Sure, here's the link to the thread I started for you-
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Hi Laurla,Please find your picks below. You have read so many books phew!Hope you like the picks. Let me know if you need any re-picks. Happy reading....
Costa Rica—
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
1.TBR -Unbroken (Unspoken #1-3) by Maya Banks
2. Memory in Death (In Death #22) by J.D. Robb
Greece—
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
1.New Author- The Pillars of the Earth (The Pillars of the Earth #1)by Ken Follett . This is a huge book but awesome read.
2.At Peace (The 'Burg #2) by Kristen Ashley
Las Vegas, NV—
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR —Good Girls Don't (Donovan Brothers Brewery #1)by Victoria Dahl
TBR — Here Comes the Bride (Modern Arrangements #2)by Sadie Grubor
Myrtle Beach, SC—
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
1.The Forgotten Child (The Friessen Legacy #1) by Lorhainne Eckhart
2.The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. I really liked this one.
Orlando, FL –
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. This is a light read.
TBR —— A Girl, a Guy, and a Ghost by Patricia Mason
Panama City Beach, FL— ☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
1.TBR- A Soft Place to Fall (Shelter Rock Cove #1)by Barbara Bretton
2.TBR—The Lost Recipe for Happiness by Barbara O'Neal
Puerto Rico—☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
1.Chasing Athens by Marissa Tejada
2.TBR——August Unknown by Ava Bradley
Republic of Ireland—☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
1.TBR——The Rebel (Rebel Promise #2) by May McGoldrick
2.New——Lord of the Flies by William Golding
☘☘Quick Reminder☘☘Picks are due today (2/27) by 7 pm (CST)...please let me know if you will have a problem with this deadline. Thanks much!! =)
Hi Martha! I'm so sorry for being this late! My exams are about to start in nine days, so my activity on Goodreads has been a bit erratic.Costa Rica
Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
TBR: Dominion
NEW: November 9
Greece
Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR: Say Yes to the Marquess
NEW: The Lightning Thief
Las Vegas
Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR: The Billionaire Bride
NEW: Winger
Myrtle Beach, SC
Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR: Nothing But Trouble
NEW: Fangirl
Orlando, FL – Walt Disney
Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR: Kara's Wolves
NEW: Twilight
Panama City Beach, FL
Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR: Rough
NEW: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Puerto Rico
Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR: Close Liaisons
NEW: The Princess Diaries
Republic of Ireland
Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR: Waltz Back to Texas
NEW: Eleanor & Park
Hope you like the picks! =)
Jessica sorry for the wait, but here is your selection for the month.Costa Rica—
☘ Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
Old:
(No People on cover)New:
(Actually set in Costa Rica)Greece—
☘ Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
Old:
(Sports)New:
(Set in Africa)Las Vegas, NV—
☘ Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
Old:
(Marriage)New:
(Musician)Myrtle Beach, SC—
☘ Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
Old:
(Trees on cover)New:
(Seside town)Orlando, FL –
☘ Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
Old:
(PNR)New:
(Multi-setting)Panama City Beach, FL—
☘ Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
Old:
(Best Selling)New:
(Food Industry)Puerto Rico—
☘ Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
Old:
(Bright Cover)New:
(Historical set in LondonRepublic of Ireland—
☘ Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
Old:
(Green Cover)New:
(Ireland)Happy Reading!
I'm so sorry, Leigh. I've been really sick. I will get your picks up tonight! So so sorry!
Sorry Carrie! Had a family emergency but your picks will go up today. Promise! Working on them now.
Stacie wrote: "I'm so sorry, Leigh. I've been really sick. I will get your picks up tonight! So so sorry!"No problem. Can't wait to see what you pick for me,
Michelle wrote: "Sorry Carrie! Had a family emergency but your picks will go up today. Promise! Working on them now."I hope everything is alright.
Hi Danielle!I had lots of fun going through your shelves as we don’t have too much in common and I found a bunch of paranormal series I want to pick up :)
Hopefully you find something you want to read…let me know if you would like repicks!
Thanks,
Kristin
Costa Rica
NEW - Midnight Rainbow by Linda Howard — When reading the category description this was the first book I thought of (and for some reason I remembered the story but had a hell of a time remembering the title!)…the hero is on a rescue mission to save the heroine whose being held captive in the jungle (Costa Rica to be exact). I love Howard’s stories and thought this was fast pace and enjoyable.
TBR - Someone to Watch Over Me by Lisa Kleypas — Heroine is in need of protection (which I’m sure anyone can gather from the cover lol)…she’s lost her memory and has to rely on the hero telling her who she is and needs his help figuring out why she was the victim of an attempted murder.
Greece
NEW -Offside by Juliana Stone — the heroine is an Olympian playing on the woman’s hockey team and comes home find that she still wants to have hockey in her life so she joins a mens beer league (to the shock of the town). Fun story that I actually found for free on Amazon and enjoyed.
TBR -Burned by Darkness by Alexandra Ivy — this one’s tagged as mythological
Las Vegas, NV
NEW - The Mighty Storm by Samantha Towle — features a famous rock-n-roll band and two childhood friends reconnecting when she goes on tour with them.
TBR -Play by Kylie Scott — Well, when I first saw this category I immediately thought of Lick—musician and story starts in Vegas—then I found it on your “favorites” shelf so I figured I’m on the right track! :) Hopefully you enjoy the next one just as much, Mal is hilarious in this!
TBR - Sweet as Sin by J.T. Geissinger — another story about famous musicians…this one looks really good.
Myrtle Beach, SC
NEW - Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs — Takes place in a coastal town and family definitely plays an important part in this story. The heroine is thrown for a loop when she finds out that her last inverto treatment worked…right when she is now in the middle of a divorce from her cheating husband. This book is about her journey coming to terms with this and how she finds a new family.
TBR - Risking it All by Tessa Bailey — Family plays an important part in the story as heroine goes undercover to avenge her brother’s death.
Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios
TBR - Wanted: Wild Thing by Jessica Sims — the description of this one made me laugh: a shifter who turns into a dragon whenever she’s aroused and needs to lose her virginity before she’s 25 or else she stays a dragon forever…LOL seems like the author is making fun of paranormal books but hopefully in a fun way :)
TBR - Scent of a Mate by Milly Taiden — looks like another good shifter book…I’ve been meaning to pick up more of these so I’ve also added this one to my TBR list too.
Panama City Beach, FL
NEW - Garden Spells or The Sugar Queen by Sarah Addison Allen —both books take place in the south and are magical realism stories that involve food: Garden Spells the heroine makes magical food that affect the way someone feels; in Sugar Queen heroine is a closet eater. I love this author and think both of these books are good but if I had to pick, I’d say I enjoyed Garden Spells a bit more.
TBR -Scrumptious by Amanda Usen — this one is about two chefs and looked like a good book…I’ve even added it to my TBR pile :)
Puerto Rico
NEW -Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult — Heroine is searching for her mother.
TBR - Flirting with Fire by Kate Meader — Chicago is a major city, right? ;-) You seem to have a thing for firefighter books (I’ve read a few and love ‘em too!) and this one looks good.
Republic of Ireland
NEW - Golden Surrender by Heather Graham — this is an older book (published in the 80s) and is more of a classic “bodice-ripper” but the heroine is Irish and I remember really enjoying this one.
TBR - On Dublin Street by Samantha Young —set in Ireland
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I have read many books from your TBR shelf, so it wasn't really hard to pick some for you. That's why I have decided to propose you two books from your TBR pile for every task. Fortunately, we read mostly the same genres and there are also some books I have really liked and you haven't already read.
Costa Rica — Set in a jungle or forest; no people on the cover; MC needs or provides protection
TBR: No Rest for the Wicked by Kresley Cole - okay, so this is actually the next book in this series that is mostly set in the jungle but this one is on your tbr shelf and the next for you to read, as far as I remember it also has some scenes in forests or jungle and the hero tries to protect heroine at some point
TBR: On the Edge by Ilona Andrews - Rose lives in a kind of forest and protects her brothers, though she herself needs protection because of her extraordinary abilities
NEW: To Die For by Linda Howard - nice romantic suspense with heroine needing protection since someone tries to kill her
Greece — Set in Eastern Europe, Asia, or Africa; tagged mythological (doesn’t have to be Greek, but it would be nice) or sports; includes a structure (building, home, temple) on the cover
TBR: North of Need by Laura Kaye - tagged mythology
TBR: Clipped by Love by Toni Aleo - tagged sports
NEW: Homicide in Hardcover by Kate Carlisle - you seem to like cozy mysteries, I haven't read many of them but I have read this one and enjoy it, also, you are already familiar with this author
Las Vegas, NV — Marriage is part of the story; water on the cover; tagged as humor/funny or music/musicians
TBR: The Heist by Janet Evanovich, Lee Goldberg - I absolutely adore this series, it's like a good action movie, laughed so much while reading it
TBR: Lev by Belle Aurora - it seems to be popular right now and is tagged funny
NEW: Brighter Than the Sun by Julia Quinn - it looks like you haven't read anything by Julia Quinn yet and you should definitely give her a try, this is a great historical romance with marriage being very important for the plot
Myrtle Beach, SC — Set in a seaside town; family plays an important part in the story; some type of walkway (e.g., sideway, walking path) or tree(s) on the cover
TBR: First Time in Forever by Sarah Morgan - I believe this one should be set in a seaside town or that's what the cover indicates
TBR: Undeniably Yours by Shannon Stacey - contemporary romance with family being important
NEW: Sea Swept by Nora Roberts - one of my favourite books from the old ones from Nora Roberts, the whole trilogy is set in the seaside town with family ties being extremely important
Orlando, FL – Walt Disney World/Universal Studios — Paranormal theme; shifter/animal on the cover; setting spans many different locations (more than three)
TBR: Hunting Ground by Patricia Briggs - paranormal with shifters on the cover, I have just read the first book in this series and really enjoyed it, looking forward to reading this book as well
TBR: Vision in Silver by Anne Bishop - paranormal, urban fantasy with definitely one of the most unique worlds
NEW: Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K. Hamilton - Laurell Hamilton and her Anita Blake series is already consider a classic right now
Panama City Beach, FL — Set in the South (preferably on a coast); is a best-selling book; MC is in the food industry (e.g., chef, baker, critic)
TBR: Lessons Learned by Nora Roberts - Carlo, the hero is a chef, it wasn't the best book by NR I have ever read but it was OK for one of her shorts
TBR: Fool Moon by Jim Butcher - with over hundred thousand ratings on Goodreads it can be consider as a best-seller, right? Harry is definitely one of my favourite UF heroes
NEW: Mean Streak by Sandra Brown - romantic suspense set in the middle of winter in North Carolina
Puerto Rico — Set in a major city anywhere in the world (e.g., London, Athens); tagged historical; bright cover; MC is searching or exploring for something
TBR: One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean - historical romance set in London with a heroine exploring the sinful side of the city, I enjoyed the whole series
TBR: Guardian Angel by Julie Garwood - a historical romance that is also on my tbr pile
NEW: Soulless by Gail Carriger - steampunk set in London with Alexia and Lord Maccon who happens to be a werewolf investigating a case for Queen Victoria
Republic of Ireland — Set in Ireland; MC is from Ireland or Irish descent; greenish cover; story covers a long time span (20+ years)
TBR: Moonglow by Kristen Callihan - historical paranormal with suspense and greenish cover, very interesting and somehow uncommon series
TBR: Midnight in Death by J.D. Robb - Roarke has an Irish descent, one of my favourite series with all those books equally good
NEW: Hounded by Kevin Hearne - the main character, Atticus is an ancient Irish druid living now in Arizona, hilarious series