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Week 10Old Spot #82 Rolled 10 New Spot #92
Alternative #92~Author E
I'm going with the alternative this week of an E author
Act of Betrayal by Edna BuchananDate Read: 9/17/16
Rating ★★★
This book is number 4 in the Britt Montero series set in Miami, Florida. Britt is the crime beat reporter for the local newspaper. When a man approaches her in desperation to research and write a story about his missing 12 year old son she discovers a pattern of similar disappearances through the years.
Another theme in the book was about Cuba and Castro with Britt's father having been executed decades earlier by Castro. The book seemed pretty outdated (written in 1996) considering recent happenings with Cuba.
I've started with
, #9 in Duncan Kincaid and Gemma James series.
Week 10: Spot 92
Date Read: 19 Sept
Rating: 4 stars
How it Fits: #9 in Duncan Kincaid and Gemma James
Review:
Another solid addition to the series. The only thing that I hated was the author broke up an important secondary character's marriage. I wish she didn't go that route.
The mystery was good. I didn't guess until the end.. overall, I'm really liking this series. WIll be definitely continuing.
Week 10 Friday Spot 92
Shadow Bound by Rachel Vincent( r-f-Sept 17-18 )
How it fits ( Unbound #2 )
Rated 5 stars
Review
This book was beautiful. The urban fantasy setting was rich and the characters were full of depth and dimension. The romance is believable, the love is fragile and I he action plot and adventure all add up to make this novel a well rounded book.
I'm reading a fools gold Christmas by Susan malley it's a #9.5 which counts for a #9 in a series. :)
I messaged Angie early this morning and I'm not going to be able finish my book this week and to use the free pass. I'm so so sorry guy. next will be better I think.
Week 11Old Spot #92 Rolled 11 New Spot #103
Alternative #103~https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/...
Kayla~
Vi~
Post 227Joeera~
Sheila~
Post 224Angie~
Post 228
so 102 means we can read a standalone, #1 or #2 in series? or all combo??
Vi wrote: "so 102 means we can read a standalone, #1 or #2 in series? or all combo??"Yes Vi
since we passed 100 we have to read these as fast as we can right? to win?
Mod
i even posted that yesterday in the discussion thread.
Sorry!
omg I thought you couldn't use it this week to win?
omg guys I'M SO SO SO SO SO SO SORRY!!!
I'm so sorry guys. there are no words to tell you how sorry I am. I thought you couldn't use the free pass this week to win not last night. but no excuses I'm terribly sorry for what I've done and all the hard work you guys have put forth. I'm terribly sorry. I had a great time reading with you all and I'm beyond sorry.
Mod
not to put any pressure on you or anything. But if you can finish your book today and post your review by Today Friday 11:59pm.
your team can hold off on until then and there won't be a need to use the Free Pass.
However, if you have REal Life issues and can't read, then you can't read. It's just a game and should never impinge on your real life.
That's the only thing I can think of, that would allow you all to re-roll
But again, it's just a game, so I don't want you to feel pressured at all because Life happens.
I agree with Ezi, Kayla.Ezi would I have to re~roll?
yes I can finish it by tonight!!! I'll have it in by 11 ish.
Mod
Kayla,
I don't want you to compromise yourself or your health or job or whatever is going on. There is no money involved in winning, it's just fun reading. So don't feel like you need to read.
@Angie,
yes, you would have to re-roll AFTER she posts.
Week 10 spot 92 
Criteria: 9.5 in series so counts for 9
Pages 329
Finished 9-23-16
Rating:☆☆
Review: i love susan mallery books but this one just didnt catch my attention at all. I cant say that i fell in love with the characters at all and there wasnt enough suspense for me, not like her other books. Tho i am excited to pick up where i left off in the series.
The updated roll is now listed
Week 11New Spot #103
The Jury Master by Robert Dugoni(David Sloane #1)
Date Read: 9/23/16
Rating ★★★
First in the David Sloan series and a lot is going on. David is a slick criminal defense attorney that gets a not so nice guy off in his trial.
At the same time a close friend and confidant of the president is found dead of apparent self inflicted gunshot wound. But when the local law enforcement start to investigate the FBI swoops in.
This book had a little bit of everything from government conspiracies to drug cartels in Mexico.
I've just finished
that will work as a standalone. I'll post my review later today.
Week 11 FeidaySpot 103
Shadows at Sunset byAnne Stuart( r-f-Sept 25-26 )
How it fits ( Standalone )
Rated 5 stars
Review
I loved this book it was amazing. What I love about this author is that she draws you into a web of deceit, lies, desire,and passion. From the first page you are drawn into the story and there are a lot of unexpected twists shocking secrets reveled that leave you stunned.
Week 11: Spot 103
Date Read: 26 September
Rating: 4 stars
How it Fits: Standalone
Review:
I was looking for a short, angsty read and Michelle Reid is not one to disappoint. I've read some of her older ones when I was in the mood and with a HQN, it was pretty much what I expected from her. The characterizations are strong though the only thing that we need to suspend disbelief a bit is when the two leads fall in love. A good read.
Week 11Spot #103
by Billy WongPages:194
How it fits:Standalone
Finished:9/27/16
Rating:4 Stars
Review:Billy Wong happens to be my favorite author for his female characters. The Brazen Blade lives up to the name and so does it's characters.
I'm reading back to the bedroom by Janet evanovich I'll have it done today.
Week 11 spot 103
Finished: 9/29/16
Rating:5 stars
How it fits: 1st in series
Review: hawkins never lets me down. This was a reread for me and oh how wonderful it was. I loved the characters all over again and the relationship that forms between the main characters. Hawkins is a wonderful hilarious older lady that makes these books fabulous. I cant wait to keep reading this series.
Mod
Congratulations!
congratulations everyone. it was great reading with you all.
Thank you everyone for doing such a great job!
And thank you Angie for being our fearless leader.
Congratulations on a great win, Team 12!
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Spot #92
Alternative #92~Author E
Pages:256
How it fits~Alternative Author E
Finished:9/16/16
Rating:4 Stars
Review:Matthew Fisher considers hooking up with a woman to be no strings attached affair. All of that changes when he meets Delores Warren. Dee doesn't let much get in the way of her attitude. Dee is fiercely loyal to her friends and knows what she wants too. Can they be a couple?