Recently Purchased/Acquired book/s - part 2 Showing 1,851-1,900 of 6,891

[Suz]

I picked up a book from work, didn't think there were any on my list. But found this one.. The Woman Upstairs by Claire Messud. Not that I need another book.... ;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Lea wrote: "Wonderful surprise in the mail this afternoon - I won a giveaway Looking forward to reading and reviewing. Just a couple of others to finish first. Lea"

Well done!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Carolyn wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Woohoo!!! My parcel lady just delivered Cast Iron by Peter May - now I'm like Carolyn - I didn't realise it was the conclusion to the Enzo Files! Of ..."

Thanks Carolyn - good to know :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. Just shows you should never give ..."

Well done! I have this one in the queue!

[Carolyn]

Brenda wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. Just shows you sh..."

It looks good doesn't it?

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sure does! I have it slotted into an upcoming challenge ;)

[Veronica ⭐️]

So many great books at Salvos today but I limited myself to only two.

Outback Sisters by Rachael Johns I've read the ebook but nice to have a real copy to join my other.

Secrets of Eden by Chris Bohjalian
I've heard a lot about this author lately so thought I'd give him a try.

[Sally906]

I've just got given a copy of Carve the Mark by Veronica Roth - I didn't like the ending of her last trilogy after a 5 star start - so will see how this goes.

I also got given a copy of The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden which has a very hight goodreads rating and rave reviews

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Great titles Veronica and Sally! Hope you both enjoy :)

[Marianne]

In the mail today from Text:
The Case Against Fragrance. I'm sure it will be interesting...

[Andrea]

Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "So many great books at Salvos today but I limited myself to only two. ..."

Snap! Both of my purchases were from my TBR and I put the rest back on the shelf. So now I have Rush Oh! and An Isolated Incident to look forward to.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I was notified overnight that I was successful with Crimson Lake by Candice Fox from NetGalley :D

[Veronica ⭐️]

Andrea wrote: "Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "So many great books at Salvos today but I limited myself to only two. ..."

Snap! Both of my purchases were from my TBR and I put the rest back on the shelf. So now I have [book..."

After I bought my books Andrea, the lovely lady told me they were having a sale the next day and all books were half price. Lol they were still cheap though.

[Veronica ⭐️]

Brenda wrote: "I was notified overnight that I was successful with Crimson Lake by Candice Fox from NetGalley :D"

Congrats on that one Brenda. I'm staying away from Netgalley. I have too many unread and need to catch up.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "Brenda wrote: "I was notified overnight that I was successful with Crimson Lake by Candice Fox from NetGalley :D"

Congrats on that one Brenda. I'm staying away fro..."

I have a lot less (and look a lot less) now - it's too easy!! I think you might be stronger than me ;)

[Veronica ⭐️]

Brenda wrote: " I have a lot less (and look a lot less) now - it's too easy!! I think you might be stronger than me ;) ."

Haha. Only stronger because it gives me anxiety when I have too many waiting and I dont need any more of that.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "Brenda wrote: " I have a lot less (and look a lot less) now - it's too easy!! I think you might be stronger than me ;) ."

Haha. Only stronger because it gives me anxiety when I have too many waiti..."

I use the word "overwhelmed"! And that certainly happens!

[Marianne]

Lea wrote: "Wonderful surprise in the mail this afternoon - I won a giveaway Looking forward to reading and reviewing. Just a couple of others to finish first. Lea"

I'm reading this one now, very much enjoying it, but I will warn you there are spoilers for the first book Hester and Harriet if you've not read that one and plan to.....

[Marianne]

at Mission Australia, on my morning walk, I picked up Double Fault for $1

[marlin1]

Brenda wrote: "I was notified overnight that I was successful with Crimson Lake by Candice Fox from NetGalley :D"

Glad you got it Brenda. I'm terrible as I look at it every day but I seem to be quite contained. I try to limit myself to the Aussie books/authors now, or my favourite authors at least but every now and again I go off track!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks Marlin :) Yes, it's very easy to get side tracked!! lol

[Marianne]

picked up The Embassy of Cambodia a nice HC with DJ by Zadie Smith for $2 at Mission Australia on the way home from Mum's today

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

I'm so excited! I received (via my parcel postie) The Golden Child by Wendy James today! Can't wait to read it :)

[Marianne]

the book whisperer supported Mission Australia today to the tune of $2, all it cost for these three together:
The Comfort of Strangers
and The Perfect Holiday
and, for the get together, if anyone wants it, The Lake House

then collected 2 reserves from the library:
And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer
and the DVD of Temple Grandin starring Claire Danes

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Woohoo I won two cookbooks in a competition, COOK'S MANUAL and PATISSERIE, not sure what they look like as yet...will take a pic when they arrive by post...very chuffed :D

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Congratulations Jools!!! Awesome :) Are they on here? If you can give me a couple of links I'll add them for you :)

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Brenda wrote: "Congratulations Jools!!! Awesome :) Are they on here? If you can give me a couple of links I'll add them for you :)"
I don't know Brenda, they just gave me those two titles: You are a winner of COOK'S MANUAL and PATISSERIE! so I guess I will have to wait until they arrive. They will post them :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

OK no worries :) I'll add them for you when you receive them...

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Brenda wrote: "OK no worries :) I'll add them for you when you receive them..."

Will post when I get them :)

[Leonie]

Have just bought Illuminae on audiobook - loving getting an audiobook per month with Audible.

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Leonie wrote: "Have just bought Illuminae on audiobook - loving getting an audiobook per month with Audible."

I've heard this is very good on audio Leonie.

[Suz]

Marianne wrote: "the book whisperer supported Mission Australia today to the tune of $2, all it cost for these three together:
The Comfort of Strangers
and The Perfect Holiday
and, fo..."

Oh Marianne, would love The Lake House. Have I got any for you this time around? :(

Glad to see you're using your reserve system, Marianne!

[Leonie]

☼♄Jülie  wrote: "Leonie wrote: "Have just bought Illuminae on audiobook - loving getting an audiobook per month with Audible."

I've heard this is very good on audio Leonie."

Yes, I think it was Phrynne who said it was amazing.

[Marianne]

Yours, Suzanne.
I keep adding things to my list so I will remind people closer to the day to check it out....

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Leonie wrote: "☼♄Jülie  wrote: "Leonie wrote: "Have just bought Illuminae on audiobook - loving getting an audiobook per month with Audible."

I've heard this is very good on audio Leonie."

Yes,..."

Yes it was me! It is amazing. Enjoy!

[Leonie]

Phrynne wrote: "Leonie wrote: "☼♄Jülie  wrote: "Leonie wrote: "Have just bought Illuminae on audiobook - loving getting an audiobook per month with Audible."

I've heard this is very good on audio..."

I'm really looking forward to it!

[Carolyn]

Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. Just shows you should never give up! Now I just have to work on Hachette ..."

Well blow me down! After my surprise approval from St Martin's, I've also just had my first book approved by Hachette on NetGalley after many refusals (on the grounds that I don't have a blog). Ragdoll by Daniel Cole. It was an accidental request too - the books was advertised in an email from Netgalley and I clicked the request button before realising who the publisher was.

[Carolyn]

marlin1 wrote: "I was lucky to get Crimson Lake by Candice Fox from Netgalley last night.

So a heads up to Netgalley users that it's there (via Random House UK, not Aust!)"

Thanks Marlin, I've already pre-ordered it. Which is probably good as I'm trying to limit how many NG books I request so I don't feel under pressure to review too many at once before publication.

[Li'l Owl]

Just got a new book for a reduced price.=o)
I saw that Brenda really liked it so it must be good!

The Remains by Vincent Zandri

Kindle (US) $1.99
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0073I...

Kindle (AU) $5.39
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/aw/s/ref...

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

Carolyn wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. Just shows you sh..."

Haha well done you! Maybe new doors opening for you? ;)

[Veronica ⭐️]

Carolyn wrote: "Well blow me down! After my surprise approval from St Martin's, I've also just had my first book approved by Hachette on NetGalley after many refusals (on the grounds that I don't have a blog). Ragdoll by Daniel Cole. It was an accidental request too - the books was advertised in an email from Netgalley and I clicked the request button before realising who the publisher was. ."

I was just rejected for Ragdoll and I've reviewed for them before. Go figure.

[Carolyn]

☼♄Jülie  wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. J..."

Maybe! Or maybe they just have new approvers!

[Carolyn]

Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Well blow me down! After my surprise approval from St Martin's, I've also just had my first book approved by Hachette on NetGalley after many refusals (on the grounds that I don't h..."

Sorry to hear that Veronica. I think there is a certain degree of randomness involved - definitely not worth trying to analyse how they make those decisions.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Carolyn wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "After many, many refusals I have finally received an approval on NetGalley from St Martins, for Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens. Just shows you sh..."

I also received Ragdoll by Daniel Cole from NetGalley but I don't recall requesting it! LOL I probably did (I must have!)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Veronica ⭐️ wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Well blow me down! After my surprise approval from St Martin's, I've also just had my first book approved by Hachette on NetGalley after many refusals (on the grounds that I don't h..."

That's odd Veronica! And bad luck too :( It's on as a Giveaway threw GR though, so you might have luck there :)

[Li'l Owl]

Brenda wrote: "I'm so excited! I received (via my parcel postie) The Golden Child by Wendy James today! Can't wait to read it :)"

Lucky girl!

[Li'l Owl]

Just ordered a Valentines Gift for myself.


Ragdoll by Daniel Cole

And


The Golden Child by Wendy James

Both look like excellent books!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Good choices Owl! Have you read any Wendy James yet? She lives in my town and I meet up with her often :) She's a lovely person!

[Li'l Owl]

They were recommended by my friends here, and I seem to have very similar likes! Usually can't go wrong! Thanks for posting them! I still have a gift card from mom and dad at Christmas. I've been waiting for some really good ones!

Saw that these were pretty popular in our group of friends, so I Just added them, too!

Just added to my library of to-read books:

Leighann Dobbs
A Spell of Trouble
Spell Disaster

Wendy James
The Lost Girls
The Mistake
Out of the Silence

[Li'l Owl]

Brenda wrote: "Good choices Owl! Have you read any Wendy James yet? She lives in my town and I meet up with her often :) She's a lovely person!"

That must be a real treat, Brenda! I hadn't heard of her before, until you posted them. Being an Aussie author, I have to watch what my Aussie friends are reading! It can be a real trick to get Aussie authors in the States sometimes. The two books, Ragdoll, and The Golden Child were not easy to find. I don't give up easily! I was able to get the others without trouble on Kindle. I don't understand why some books by same author are not sold in the US?? But, find them, I did! Looking forward to reading them! =o) Hugs xx