R9: Team #5 ~ Quintessential Readers

[Jennifer H]

I'm going to read

[Jenne]

I'm rolling on with my Harry binge

[Thenia]

Congrats team, our Yellow/Orange cover stamp is on the way! You can see our list here.

Our selections for the Supefied shelf can be found here. Enjoy your books!

[Jenne]

Thanks T!

[Thenia]

Bodyguard - Jennifer Ashley
Supefied
Read: 6/9/2014
Rating: ★★★
Review:

The story of Ronan, bear shifter, and Elizabeth, former delinquent and currently shop owner.

A very well suited couple, both providing what the other needs and making each other's lives better.

I'm enjoying this world and I'm looking forward to seeing shifters hopefully being more fairly treated in future books.

The series continues with Wild Cat and the first couple where the man is a human and the woman is a shifter.

[Michelle]

Shelf: Supefied



Read: 8/6/14
Rated: 5 Stars

My Review:

I loved this second instalment just as much as the first, I love the pack dynamics and how there is development on both characters and plot movement outwith the overall story arc contained within each book. I am hooked on the series!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yay Michelle glad you enjoyed it!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

CONGRATULATIONS, Quintessential Readers!
You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'yellow/orange cover'. 

[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]

Good Job!! :D

[Michelle]

Thanks, Steph! It looks so pretty :)

[Steph, Serious series addict]

:) Welcome!

[Jennifer H]

Supefied



Ever After by Kim Harrison
Finished: 6/11/14
Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥

The best Hollows yet... the attractions, the needs, the courage and the weakness' of the characters make for wonderful read and thrilling adventure.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Congrats on the stamp QRs!

[Jenne]

Thanks Steph and Sandra :)

Good job QR's!

[Jenne]

Supefied:
Read by Jim Butcher
Finished 6/11/14
Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Review
Lots of revelations in this one about Harry's past. I kinda wish him and Murphy would hook up. I love Murph, she's pretty kick ass! There were some OMG moments in this one for sure. Harry's case in this one was rather interesting too lol. Can't wait to see what the next one brings :)

[Christina T]

Supefied
Black WingsbyChristina Henry
Read 6/11/14
★★★

So, the idea of a Grim Reaper type character is not necessarily a new one but one that hasn't been done to death (pun intended) so I was happy to purchase this on one of my book buying sprees when it first came out close to 4 years ago. It had such an interesting concept and the author had really great ideas but her execution was all over the place.

For one, this book almost read like a YA novel. No super sexy naked parts and the MC tends to act a bit juvenile at times. If it wasn't for some F-bombs thrown into the mix towards the end of the book I'd still swear it was for kids. For two, the author makes the readers suspend their disbelief beyond what is comfortable. When a character is in her early thirties and all of a sudden manifests one super power after another without the help of cosmic rays or a radioactive spider I got to wonder "what the heck?" Not only does she suddenly develop them but is able to use said power effectively when she needs it the most even though she can't control any of them. For three, Maddy is a virgin. In her thirties. For no apparent reason as it was not used in the plot thread except for one of the demons being able to smell it. That's right folks a demon could smell her virginity. I'm still not sure how that works. For four, her wings come out of her back but there is no mention of how they don't effect the clothing. Ever. Does she cut two vertical lines in all of her shirts and coats for the purpose of her wings to unfurl? Is it magic? We don't know. For five, the complexity of her lineage got so jumbled her ancestry tree looks a little bit like a plate full of spaghetti. For six, the romance between Maddy and Gabriel is not only underdeveloped but almost nonexistent.

The book did have highlights though. Beezle, the gargoyle, was a nice addition. Maddy's boss was interesting as was her reaper job (too bad we didn't see more of it.) There were also some good fighting scenes and some humorous scenes too. However, there weren't enough of them for me to give this book more than 3 stars. I'll probably go on to read the second book in the series but I'll probably not purchase it but borrow it instead.

[Thenia]

Congrats team! Our Supefied stamp is on the way! We're all set for the new shelf tomorrow.

Well done!

(You can see our list here.)

[Jennifer H]

Yay Team! We are doing great!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

CONGRATULATIONS, Quintessential Readers!
You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'supefied'. 

[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]

Good Job!! :D

[Jenne]

Gracias Steph!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

De nada, Miss Jenne :)

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Congrats on the stamp QRs!

[Thenia]

Shelf #5 ~ 15/6/14: 'Green/Teal Cover Colour' ✔


✔ Christina - Born of Night - Sherrilyn Kenyon - ★★★1/2 Review (7/2/2014)
✔ Jenne - Shattered - Kevin Hearne - ★★★★ Review (6/18/2014)
✔ Jennifer - Voyager - Diana Gabaldon - ★★★★★ Review (6/20/2014)
✔ Michelle - Forged in Steele - Maya Banks - ★★★★★ Review (6/23/2014)
✔ Thenia - Reunion in Death - J.D. Robb - ★★★★★ Review (6/16/2014)

Done: 5/5 ~ stamp received (7/3/2014)

[Jennifer H]

I'll be reading I know it's a long one but I'll have it finished ;)

[Jenne]

I'll be reading the new iron Druid when it comes out Tuesday :)

[Christina T]

I have several lined up but am waiting to hear which ones will work or not. I get 'green' but it's the aqua that I'm not sure about. I'm having trouble seeing the difference between teal and aqua (unless they are side by side then it's totally obvious LOL).

[Michelle]

I will be reading

[Christina T]

We are doing GREAT! So far we have 5 daubs which is more than anyone else. Team 3 has 4. We have 5 ways that will give us a bingo in 3 more daubs but after this week (when everyone gets their reviews in) we have one line that only needs 2 more! Good job everyone!

[Michelle]

Thanks for the stats, Christina. I must admit, I was starting to get curious as to how everyone was getting on :)

[Thenia]

Reunion in Death - J.D. Robb
Green/Teal Cover Colour
Read: 6/16/2014
Rating: ★★★★★
Review:

A great addition to the series, with a lot of character development, an interesting chase to catch the cold murderer from Eve's past and quite a few fun moments.

Peabody's parents make an appearance, Peabody handles her first solo case, Eve faces her past and her first year wedding anniversary is as eventful as her wedding was.

Looking forward to her next adventure in Purity in Death.

[Thenia]

Okay team, quick update! Like Christina said we're doing great - we've got stamps for all shelves called except the current one and once we get this one we'll have our first three in a row. Our name suits us after all!

According to the Stats spreadsheet, team 3 already has a three in a row and teams 1, 4, 7, 8 and 10 will have one as soon as they get all their stamps (for team 4 it will be a double one, too).

Our latest list can be found here. We've got at least two more weeks to play so for now enjoy your books!

[Christina T]

I don't think I picked a book yet. I started Born of NightbySherrilyn Kenyon but I'm not sure I'm enjoying it all that much. I'm only 20% or so into it so I'm hoping it'll peak my interest soon. If it doesn't I'm going to change my mind LOL.

[Jenne]

Green:
Read: by Kevin Hearne
Finished:6/18/14
Rating: ★★★★
Review:
4.25
This one was quite different than the previous installments, still I loved it! Owen is my new favorite, Mr. Hearne couldn't of come up with a better side kick! What an awesome addition to the cast! And don't get me started on yetis that love hockey lolol! The narrator was pretty good too, he nailed Owen's parts. Now I'm sad we'll have to wait an entire year for the next one :(

[Michelle]

My reading is going slow this week, I've had so much on with the boys and school stuff. They finish up on Wednesday though so things should settle down quickly. Just wanted to let you know :)

[Jennifer H]

Green/Teal Cover



Voyager by Diana Gabaldon
Finished: 6/20/14
Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥

Another great book in this series. It's amazing that Diana Gabaldon can keep a story line going without losing quality, interest, novelty, or suspense. I highly recommend this series!

[Christina T]

Jennifer ♔Princess Penguin♔ wrote: "Green/Teal Cover



Voyager by Diana Gabaldon
Finished: 6/20/14
Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥

Another great book in this series. It's amazing that Diana Gabaldo..."


OK I'm officially impressed. I'm struggling to read my book this week and you've read a 9000 page book! OK I know that is a slight exaggeration but it's still so impressive!

Ladies, I'm still plugging away with my book. Sorry I'm not finished yet.

[Jennifer H]

Lol

[Jenne]

Readers choice we have a 4 in a row :)

[Jenne]

I'm going to read

[Christina T]

I should finish Born of Night by before Wednesday. I'll decide what to read for Readers Choice soon.

[Michelle]

I am going to read for Readers Choice. Hope to have one finished by tomorrow.

[Thenia]

Shelf #6 ~ 22/6/14: 'Reader's Choice' ✔


✔ Christina - Otherwise Engaged - Amanda Quick - ★★ Review (6/29/2014)
✔ Jenne - Written in Red - Anne Bishop - ★★★ Review (6/28/2014)
✔ Jennifer - The Collector - Nora Roberts - ★★★★ Review (6/24/2014)
✔ Michelle - Carnal Secrets - Suzanne Wright - ★★★★ Review (6/27/2014)
✔ Thenia - Purity in Death - J.D. Robb - ★★★★ Review (6/26/2014)

Done: 5/5 ~ stamp received (7/3/2014)

[Jennifer H]

I'm going to read

[Christina T]

For readers choice I'm hoping to read . It's due back to the library tomorrow though LOL. So if I can't get it finished in the next couple of days I'm going to switch to

[Michelle]

Shelf: Green/Teal Cover


Read: 23/6/13
Rated: 5 Stars

My Review:
I love this series and Steele's book is one I have been looking forward to. This book had everything I have came to expect from Maya's KGI series - strong alpha males with a strong sense of hour and family and a likeable, capable female they worship. Maya really knows how to make a strong silent type open up, I love the speeches the men in this series make.

[Michelle]

I am hoping to get this weeks book read by Thursday at the latest. Thanks for your patience :)

[Jennifer H]

Reader's Choice



The Collector by Nora Roberts
Finished: 6/24/14
Rating: ♥♥♥♥

The Collector is a bit different from other Nora Roberts books. The story line leaves you guessing. You think the main characters are certain people but then things happen and new people enter the picture and take you into an adventure that crosses many places and involves many people. I highly recommend this book if your looking to get involved with characters that you will be rooting for, and some you will want to physically harm.

[Thenia]

Purity in Death - J.D. Robb
Reader's Choice
Read: 6/26/2014
Rating: ★★★★
Review:

Another case for Eve, this time dealing with a terrorist group that's developed a computer virus that kills the user.

Not as gruesome as some of her previous cases and with a lot more politics that Eve hates. The team is becoming more solid as time passes and Eve now has a little family of her own, mismatched as it may be.

I'm looking forward to her next case in Portrait in Death.

[Jenne]

My book is soooo slow! I'm 1/2 way done and have been reading it since Monday :/

[Jennifer H]

I'm sorry to hear that, Jenne. I just got that one from the library.

[Christina T]

I've had very little time to read this week. Ugh! I'm trying to make a dent in both my books so we can get our stamps soon. Sorry for holding everyone up.