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❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow, you did have a good morning Lisa. I'm hesitant to read Into This River I Drown. TJ is so good at making me cry an..."
Just let me know when, I'd be glad to. :)
Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "And speaking of busy elves, the lovely Suzy Snowflake has gifted me with 
DRAGONS!!! Suzy's definitely been paying attention because she knows I love ..."I know. I was just reading the blurb and I'm hard pressed not to forget about the ARCs that I need to get read this week and just take my dragons and go curl up in a comfy chair. I'm thinking New Years day while hubby's watching football, me comfy chair, dragons starting the year right. It's not that far away, I can wait...ok, I'm going back to pet the dragons now.
Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow, you did have a good morning Lisa. I'm hesitant to read Into This River I Drown. TJ is so good at ..."
Awesome, I will be on board with tissues and lots of moral support.
Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow, you did have a good morning Lisa. I'm hesitant to read Into This River I Drown. T..."
I might need to take notes of your BR. I have not read a single T.J. Klune book. I keep hearing how good but angst-filled they are and keep passing.
@Lila: They are not all full of angst. The Lightning-Struck Heart and How To Be A Normal Person are two of the funniest books I've ever read.
I got the following today from A Run-of-the-Mill Not Your Secret Santa
This author ALWAYS makes me laugh so I'm so happy to read to read this.
I have a feeling I know who sent me this based on a clue that was given in the message....going to pop on over into the guessing thread! Thanks so much!!!!
Josy wrote: "@Lila: They are not all full of angst. The Lightning-Struck Heart and How To Be A Normal Person are two of the funniest books I've ever read."I can vouch for
and I trust Josy on
but do hope to find out for myself soon.
Josy wrote: "@Lila: They are not all full of angst. The Lightning-Struck Heart and How To Be A Normal Person are two of the funniest books I've ever read."Great. That's definitely more my type of book. To my TBR they go. Thanks. :-)
Reading the blurbs, I'd probably give
a try first.
Lila wrote: "Reading the blurbs, I'd probably give a try first."It's really OTT but absolutely amazing and funny as hell! If you like audio books you HAVE to listen to this one! Best audio book EVER!
Lila wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow, you did have a good morning Lisa. I'm hesitant to read [book:Into This River I Drow..."
*GASP* Lila, correct that as soon as possible!! And I agree with Josy, those 2 books will cause you to pee your pants laughing if you're not careful! Every TJ book I've read this year (and I'm a new fan) has been a favorite, and Wolfsong is possibly one of the best I've ever read. Even the angst is so, so worth it!
Karen wrote: "Josy wrote: "@Lila: They are not all full of angst. The Lightning-Struck Heart and How To Be A Normal Person are two of the funniest books I've ever read."I can vouch for [bookcover:How To Be A N..."
TLSH caused me to walk around with sore ribs from laughing so hard, no lie! :D
OMG! Wolfsong hurt so good! It's also one of my favorites and the audio is great as well!
Josy wrote: "OMG! Wolfsong hurt so good! It's also one of my favorites and the audio is great as well!"I think it might actually be my favorite from this year! But every single one of his that I've read *so far* is right up there, so close a second it's hard to see. :)
Josy wrote: "Lila wrote: "Reading the blurbs, I'd probably give a try first."It's really OTT but absolutely amazing and funny as hell! If you like audio books y..."
I'm a big fan of audiobooks, so I'll try that instead of reading it.
Lisazj1 wrote: "Lila wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "Karen wrote: "Lisazj1 wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow, you did have a good morning Lisa. I'm hesitant to read [book:Into This..."
I'm planning to correct it but probably it will need to wait 'til January. Too many pretties and ARCs waiting in line.
Karen wrote: "Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "And speaking of busy elves, the lovely Suzy Snowflake has gifted me with DRAGONS!!! Suzy's definitely been paying attention because sh..."Lucky girl...dragons are a favorite of mine as well.
Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "And speaking of busy elves, the lovely Suzy Snowflake has gifted me with DRAGONS!!! Suzy's definitely been paying attent..."Well then, if you find someone poking around on your shelves...it's just me looking for dragons ;)
Lisazj1 wrote: "I think it might actually be my favorite from this year! But every single one of his that I'..."I can't decide which one is my favorite but Wolfsong is definitely high up on that list!
Lila wrote: "I'm a big fan of audiobooks, so I'll try that instead of reading it.."YAY! Another person I talked into listening to it! I made it my mission (among other things), lol! Do you see me doing my happy dance? But really, I can't imagine you'll regret this! The narrator is fantastic in this one! He brings the story to life!
Another prezzie!The amazing Dana gave me The Pride of Chanur! It was one of my fb recs after I groused that I didn't have anything to read and it sounded really good. =]
Mysterious Christmas Elf sent me The Merman and the Barbarian Pirate. Yes! YES, YES, YES!!! :D
Thank you! I really wanted this book and was hoping to use my 10-1 if not gifted by the deadline. It's perrrrfect!
*runs away to make love to both the merman and the pirate* =)
M'rella wrote: "Mysterious Christmas Elf sent me The Merman and the Barbarian Pirate. Yes! YES, YES, YES!!! :DThank you! I really wanted ..."
So we should take it that you're very happy about this book? Enjoy, your Mysterious Christmas Elf obviously chose well.
Received
I am SO excited to read this!!! Thank you to my Goodreads Gifter!!!
Also received
from A Hanukkah Harlot!!! THANK YOU!!
I'd like to thank my SS for my gift :). Although, it's not m/m, the book in itself is amazing and funny, and I can relate to the author, even though I live in another country.Here's my gift:
My Secret Santa sent me another surprise ARE book How to Wish Upon a Star which I read on KU and loved it so thank you.
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~ Lei ~ Reading Is An Adventure ~ wrote: "Dana aka ♥Belladonna♥ Mrs. Jack Youder wrote: "Yay! My Secret Santa has struck! I was gifted 
and I couldn't be more over the moon! I adore [author:Patricia..."Yay, so glad you liked it, Lei! Books with characters over 35 are always on the very top of my wishlist. They are rare and good ones are a bit hard to find. So looking forward to this one.
Over 35 and menage are my unicorns. If anyone has any recs that combine the two (MMM, MMF or MFM), feel free to send them my way. My TBR is hungry today. :)
❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Wow!! The generosity here continues to astound me. I have received yet another gift. Suzy Snowflake gave me 
. Thank you so much!!I would love to just hug all..."
Suzy snowflake has really good taste. I loved this one. Have fun with it !!
Jilly wrote: "I cam home today to find 
waiting for me! I'm soooooooo excited about this one. thank you and Happy holidays to you, Secret Santa!"Yeah !!! I remember a fantastic BR with this one. Enjoy :-)
Josy wrote: "Am4u ❀ ~ AprilMarie4u ~ ❀ wrote: "Woah! I got another one! Thank you for Bought for Christmas! :D"LOL!! I always wished I could do that ;)"
What ?? That's not what you're doing when "Happy dancing" ?? I'm crushed, LOL ;)
Lila wrote: "I might need to take notes of your BR. I have not read a single T.J. Klune book. I keep hearing how good but angst-filled they are and keep passing. "**crashing down from my chair** Your Elf did you a great favor then ;)
Karen wrote: "Josy wrote: "@Lila: They are not all full of angst. The Lightning-Struck Heart and How To Be A Normal Person are two of the funniest books I've ever read."I can vouch for
?? Karen, you made my brain scream, and I know from a very good source that it's a very painful experience, LOL !!
Yay! My GR Secret Santa has struck again! Thank you so much for my surprise waiting for me at ARE!
OMG, I had a surprise from a different secret friend! Thank you so for The Gentleman and the Rogue! You made my day a special one...awesome to be a part of such generosity :)
Karen wrote: "Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "Alicia wrote: "Karen wrote: "And speaking of busy elves, the lovely Suzy Snowflake has gifted me with DRAGONS!!! Suzy's definitely bee..."Haha, that was my first thought about your shelves! LOL ;)
Melanie wrote: "Also received from A Hanukkah Harlot!!! THANK YOU!!"This was freaking amazing, enjoy Melanie!!
**grinning like a fool** I've just received
and
. THANK YOU !!!So much fun and joy in this group : I'm in awe....
Christelle wrote: "**grinning like a fool** I've just received and . THANK YOU !!!So much fun and joy in this group : I'm in awe...."
Both of those are really good! Enjoy, Christelle!
Jewel wrote: "Christelle wrote: "**grinning like a fool** I've just received and . THANK YOU !!!So much fun and joy in this g..."
Thank you, honey. I know for sure that Karen will 100% agree with you regarding the 2nd one and I've read amazing reviews about the 1st :-)
I give up on my giftee acknowledging.... I'll be in the lounge with the booze and hot elves dancing!
Christelle wrote: "**grinning like a fool** I've just received and . THANK YOU !!!So much fun and joy in this group : I'm in awe...."
Two of my favorite books! Enjoy :)
Am I the only human in the history of humans that cannot get into a John Wiltshire book? I try...and try!!
Alicia wrote: "Christelle wrote: "**grinning like a fool** I've just received and . THANK YOU !!!So much fun and joy in this g..."
**clicking on my keyboard to check Alicia's reviews** Thanks, Alicia :-)
The Gallic Cheesy Elf just gifted me
! Thank you, GCE! <3 <3This has been the most AMAZEBALLS holiday gift exchange event, pretty much ever! I just wanna hug everyone (and that normally takes alcohol)! ((HUGS))
Jewel wrote: "The Gallic Cheesy Elf just gifted me ! Thank you, GCE! <3 <3This has been the most AMAZEBALLS holiday gift exchange event, pretty much ever! I just wanna hug everyone..."
No limits, Jewel : let's have hugs and alcohol and maybe the Gallic cheesy Elf can bring cheese in the mix :-)
psst...the santa's secret Ninja elf has just sent me
- Thank you so much !More reasons for a great hugging session :-)
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I'm hesitant to read Into This River I Drown. TJ is so good at making me cry and I know that on..."
I would be very grateful for the tissues and the hand-holding and maybe even a hug now and then. =)
I totally suck at buddy reads but I would be willing to give it a try. lol! Hopefully we can lure a few others to join us so that you aren't left listening to crickets when my anxiety and weirdly-wired brain short circuit midway through.