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message 1251: by M'rella (new)

M'rella (mrella) | 800 comments @Lila

I know, it's like an avalanche!!! lol
I am going at about the same rate, even added a couple of non-mm fantasies - how weird? - for the future, just in case :)


message 1252: by M'rella (new)

M'rella (mrella) | 800 comments My ARe is now acting up. I switched my email addresses three times to figure out how notifications work. It got confused and will not recognize the latest I registered with my ARe account, the gmail one. Had to switch back to hotmail, but that means no notifications :/


message 1253: by Nadine Bookaholic (new)

Nadine Bookaholic (nadinesobsessedwithbooks) | 198 comments M'rella wrote: "Thank you so much to my wonderful unknown elf for dropping Wrapped Together at my ARe library! I heard it's incredible cute =)
Seems like a nice Christmas read by the fire with a cu..."


I'm reading that now!


message 1254: by ~ Lei ~ Reading Is An Adventure ~ (last edited Dec 03, 2016 10:13PM) (new)

~ Lei ~ Reading Is An Adventure ~ (leilanilives2read) | 345 comments I've received so many great books and I'm currently reading Not My Father's Son by Alan Cumming Not My Father's Son because it's the first non-fiction book I've read in more than 30? years. Thanks Hanukkah Harlot :) [and for those who know me, no sex!]

And I'm really liking it. Two stories in his life tracking together.


message 1255: by Torey (new)

Torey (toreyw721) | 6 comments I received Collared by Nicole Williams. Thanks for saving me from exam season insanity, secret santa! Xoxo. Happy holidays everyone :)


message 1256: by ❀~Amy~❀ (new)

❀~Amy~❀ (ajpayne75) | 153 comments ~ Lei ~ Reading Is An Adventure ~ wrote: "I've received so many great books and I'm currently reading Not My Father's Son by Alan CummingNot My Father's Son because it's the first non-fiction book I've read in more tha..."

I've been eyeing that book for awhile now.


Heather the Queen of (Smut)Books (queenofthebook) | 19 comments Heather K (dentist in my spare time) wrote: "I'm so excited- Thanks Heather for Black Iris by Leah Raeder!!!"

You are very welcome. Thank YOU for including me this year!!


message 1258: by Jane (PS) (new)

Jane (PS) Liz (Bugetta) wrote: "Jane (PS) wrote: "My awesome Santa sent me two more books whilst I slept (classic Santa move!)

When the Dust Settles (Timing, #3) by Mary Calmes & Best in Show by Kelly Jensen !!squeeeeeee!!

Love M..."


Great to know Liz! I'm so looking forward to both books, so great to know the author I haven't read has solid settings :D


message 1259: by Heather the Queen of (Smut)Books (last edited Dec 04, 2016 01:36AM) (new)

Heather the Queen of (Smut)Books (queenofthebook) | 19 comments I received Another Shot Another Shot (Heartsville) by J.H. Knight by A BINGO Loving Elf and
Lunchtime Nibbles Lunchtime Nibbles by Claire Davis
The Unlikely Prospect The Unlikely Prospect (States of Love) by Lex Chase by Elf is Not My Real Name!

Thank you so much. I'm so excited! Perfect holiday stay-cation reading!

I hope at the end we get to find out who our generous secret (and sneaky) gift giving elves are so we can thank them properly!


message 1260: by ❀~Amy~❀ (new)

❀~Amy~❀ (ajpayne75) | 153 comments I thought I was done getting gifts, but apparently not! Lol! Thank you so much Gallic cheesy elf (I just love that name) for Otter Chaos by P.D. Singer . Can't wait to read it.


message 1261: by Melanie~~ (new)

Melanie~~ (mcsc2008) | 103 comments I've gotten a couple of new gifts! So wonderful!!

I'm certain I know the friend who sent me Sleigh Ride (Minnesota Christmas, #2) by Heidi Cullinan Sleigh Ride. I was naughty and she was nice. ;-D Thanks, hon!!

I also got Whitewater by Meredith Shayne Whitewater from someone. Unfortunately, ARe left the gift notice rather anonymous.

I'm very lucky and grateful.


message 1262: by Vicki (new)

Vicki (bvicki) | 74 comments I loved this one! :)

~ Lei ~ Reading Is An Adventure ~ wrote: "I've received so many great books and I'm currently reading Not My Father's Son by Alan CummingNot My Father's Son because it's the first non-fiction book I've read in more tha..."


message 1263: by Michael (new)

Michael Finocchiaro (fino) | 3 comments I got a gift certificate for Amazon from my Secret Santa! Thank you so much whoever you are:)


message 1264: by Michael (new)

Michael Finocchiaro (fino) | 3 comments So, I am buying Kaput and The Skin by Curzio Malaparte on Amazon. Merci beaucoup Secret Santa!


message 1265: by Karen (new)

Karen (bookfanatic55) | 901 comments M'rella wrote: "Slow down!!!!! SLOW DOWN!!!!

I am taking notes!!! SO many books, this is awesome! I am bookmarking almost every single book from this thread. Even if they are not gifts for me, it's so cool! The b..."


A rabbit and a skunk shifter? Seriously, how could this be anything but adorable. I shall be watching for your review on this one.


message 1266: by Karen (new)

Karen (bookfanatic55) | 901 comments Once again Gallic cheesy elf has been roaming my shelves while I slept and they left me To Love and To Cherish (Vows, #3) by Addison Albright and again thank you dear mischievous elf. Your generosity seems to know no limits...this does not surprise me. *hugs & lots of thank yous*.


message 1267: by Sarah (new)

Sarah | 50 comments I'm sorry Naughty Santa for not posting sooner, but I do love my gifts of:
Strong Signal (Cyberlove, #1) by Megan Erickson
Tigers on the Run (Tigers and Devils, #3) by Sean Kennedy
Lord of the White Hell, Book 1 (Lord of the White Hell, #1) by Ginn Hale


message 1268: by Connie (new)

Connie Cat | 1 comments I got some really great books and I am looking forward to reading all of them! I don't know how to add links but I received, "Sutphin Boulevard" by Santino. Yay!!! Also "Breakaway" by Avon Gale, "Shiver" by Jocelynn Drake and Rinda Elliott, "Dark Space" by the always awesome Lisa Henry!!! and "Chase the Storm" by VM Waitt! Thanks so much Secret Elf!


message 1269: by Christelle (new)

Christelle | 472 comments Sarah wrote: "I'm sorry Naughty Santa for not posting sooner, but I do love my gifts of:
Strong Signal (Cyberlove, #1) by Megan Erickson"


Yeah !! Strong signal !! This book was one of the best surprise I had this year **sigh**. Enjoy !!


message 1270: by Christelle (new)

Christelle | 472 comments Connie wrote: "I got some really great books and I am looking forward to reading all of them! I don't know how to add links but I received, "Sutphin Boulevard" by Santino. Yay!!! Also "Breakaway" by Avon Gale, "S..."

Whoahh...Your secret elf has excellent tastes if you ask me : most of these books made it a 5 stars for me. I hope you will love them too !!


message 1271: by Lisazj1 (new)

Lisazj1 | 1514 comments Dana aka ♥Belladonna♥ wrote: ""Santa's naughty helper" sent me Fast Connection (Cyberlove #2) by Megan Erickson! Thank you, SNH! Now I have the perfect F book for my next title challenge. Mwah!

And thank you so much to this group! I woul..."


That's a really great book Dana, I loved it! Enjoy!


message 1272: by Lisazj1 (new)

Lisazj1 | 1514 comments Christelle wrote: "Sarah wrote: "I'm sorry Naughty Santa for not posting sooner, but I do love my gifts of:
Strong Signal (Cyberlove, #1) by Megan Erickson"

Yeah !! Strong signal !! This book was one of the best surprise I had t..."


I agree with that Christelle! :)


message 1273: by Josy (new)

Josy (aceofhearts83) | 668 comments ❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "I thought I was done getting gifts, but apparently not! Lol! Thank you so much Gallic cheesy elf (I just love that name) for Otter Chaos by P.D. Singer. Can't wait to read it."

Oh, this looks cute, Amy! I've read a short story with an otter-shifter once and it was adorable! Enjoy :)


message 1274: by Daphne (new)

Daphne  | 105 comments Thank you thank you thank you, Gallic Cheesy Elf!! I'm so excited to read Drawn In. I love Barbara Elsborg!! Thank you!


message 1275: by Josy (new)

Josy (aceofhearts83) | 668 comments Connie wrote: "I got some really great books and I am looking forward to reading all of them! I don't know how to add links but I received, "Sutphin Boulevard" by Santino. Yay!!! Also "Breakaway" by Avon Gale, "S..."

I haven't read Dark Space yet but I really enjoyed all the other books! Enjoy, Connie :)


message 1276: by Lisazj1 (new)

Lisazj1 | 1514 comments Aawwww, I wake up to amazing presents this morning with the best messages! <3

First, Elf's my middle name sent me the cutest rhyme-clue *and I thought it was awsome!* and The Ghost of Buxton Manor by Jonathan L. Ferrara . I wish I was better at guessing because I'd love to know who you are!

Then the Gallic cheesy elf left The Unlikely Prospect (States of Love) by Lex Chase in my ARe library, along with a very sweet message!!

All the kisses for both of you, I can't wait to read these! xxxx


message 1277: by Lisazj1 (new)

Lisazj1 | 1514 comments M'rella wrote: "Slow down!!!!! SLOW DOWN!!!!

I am taking notes!!! SO many books, this is awesome! I am bookmarking almost every single book from this thread. Even if they are not gifts for me, it's so cool! The b..."


LOL, I know how you feel!! I did the same last year! Still adding them this year too! :)


message 1278: by Josy (new)

Josy (aceofhearts83) | 668 comments Seriously?? OMG!! I don't even know what to say...

Gallic Cheesy Elf sent me Focus on Me (In Focus #2) by Megan Erickson today (girl, you are awesome!! I'm sending you sooo many hugs right now!!)

And I just got Just Drive (Anchor Point #1) by L.A. Witt from Santa's Secret Ninja Elf!! I've been really wanting to read this!!

Thank you both sooo much!!


message 1279: by Lila (last edited Dec 04, 2016 10:17AM) (new)

Lila Hunter (hunterromances) | 273 comments I was double-teamed this morning. :-P

First by the elf with the most delicious name of all, Gallic Cheesy Elf. Thank you so much for The Viper's Heart (Balance Book 1) by Lisa Oliver . I'm a big Lisa Oliver fan and can't wait to read it. Happy Holidays to you, your family, and friends too.

And then came Santa's Secret Ninja Elf with a second gift this season. With Scars and Ruin (Loose Ends, #2) by Avril Ashton you have complete another series for me. You're spoiling me. Merry Christmas, sweet elf.


message 1280: by Taya:) (last edited Dec 04, 2016 10:15AM) (new)

Taya:) | 34 comments Thank you for Wicked West (King's Command, #4) by Olivia Black Southern Heat (King's Command, #3) by Stormy Glenn .


message 1281: by Nadine Bookaholic (last edited Dec 04, 2016 10:42AM) (new)

Nadine Bookaholic (nadinesobsessedwithbooks) | 198 comments Not your Secret Elf THANK YOU!
I just received Mine for Christmas A Simon and Kara Novella (The Billionaire's Obsession, #6.5) by J.S. Scott which was just added to my wish list this morning...have you been stalking me? ;)

Based on the clue in your message I have a couple of guesses on who you are.

Fran
Jane (PS)
~KarenH~
MountainKat


message 1282: by Nadine Bookaholic (new)

Nadine Bookaholic (nadinesobsessedwithbooks) | 198 comments I just received another book! Without Restraint (Devil's Playground Book 2) by Nicole Edwards
Thank you a GR friend - not even going to attempt a guess because there are just way to many of you here. But THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!


message 1283: by Jill (new)

Jill | 103 comments I don't know what I did to deserve it, but I got another gift! Thank you Santa for You Are Not Me ('90s Coming of Age Book 2) by Leta Blake .


message 1284: by Tammy (new)

Tammy | 111 comments I have such an awesome GR Secret Santa! I got Three More Wishes (Rainbow Island, #2) by Sean Michael ! Thank you so very much!


message 1285: by Kat (new)

Kat Thank you Secret Santa! I'm so excited to read these!
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One and Two
The Other Einstein


message 1286: by Tj (new)

Tj (bluesmokey) | 128 comments I didn't get a notice but some sweet someone got me Out of Nowhere (Middle of Somewhere, #2) by Roan Parrish . Thank you whoever you are!!!


message 1287: by Lisazj1 (new)

Lisazj1 | 1514 comments Holy shit, there are 1,290 posts on this thread!

SO MUCH FUN!! ❤


message 1288: by Josy (new)

Josy (aceofhearts83) | 668 comments Lisazj1 wrote: "Holy shit, there are 1,290 posts on this thread!

SO MUCH FUN!! ❤"


It is, Lisa, it is!!


message 1289: by Kelly (Maybedog) (new)

Kelly (Maybedog) (maybedog) | 75 comments Oh, I got lucky today (oh not in that way, get your mind out of the gutter...on second thought, I'll just join you there...)

Tropical Elf mistook me for Dirty Kinky (sorry, I'm not that cool) and gave me Detective Fox and the Christmas Caper (Dick and the Sidekick, #1) by Isobel Starling which I am SUPER PSYCHED about reading for XMAS bingo, but hopefully I've caught him/her in a different elf passing.

ASanta's Secret Helper send me Of Swine and Roses by Ilona Andrews which I've also wanted FOREVER, so again I am so excited.

Thank you North Pole!


message 1290: by Christelle (new)

Christelle | 472 comments Thumbs up again to the secret Ninja elf who has ninja skills to send great gifts : I received Listening To Dust by Brandon Shire
Yeah !!!! And cherry on the top : I have a BR planned for this book with the fantastic Karen, Josy and Lisazj. Life can be sooo good :-)


message 1291: by Karen (last edited Dec 04, 2016 02:56PM) (new)

Karen (bookfanatic55) | 901 comments Apparently I have a 'Not So Subtle Elf' who has gifted me with Sweet Scents (Sweet Briar Farm #2) by Hollis Shiloh and says we need to buddy read this. Do I need to read book 1 first? Because bunnies! I will happily do this. I mean it's not like they're dragons but at least they don't try to fry you if you snuggle them...and description Thank you NSSF!

OHMYGOD!!! Instead of a buddy read we'll have a...
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message 1292: by Christelle (new)

Christelle | 472 comments By the way, I really need to say it : I so love all these great elves' names and all the generosity among this exchange group (stunning, imo)

Hurray to you all !!!


message 1293: by ❀~Amy~❀ (new)

❀~Amy~❀ (ajpayne75) | 153 comments Connie wrote: "I got some really great books and I am looking forward to reading all of them! I don't know how to add links but I received, "Sutphin Boulevard" by Santino. Yay!!! Also "Breakaway" by Avon Gale, "S..."

I thought Chase the Storm was amazing!! Hope you enjoy Connie. =)


message 1294: by ❀~Amy~❀ (new)

❀~Amy~❀ (ajpayne75) | 153 comments Christelle wrote: "By the way, I really need to say it : I so love all these great elves' names and all the generosity among this exchange group (stunning, imo)

Hurray to you all !!!"


I totally agree with this!!


message 1295: by ❀~Amy~❀ (new)

❀~Amy~❀ (ajpayne75) | 153 comments Karen wrote: "Apparently I have a 'Not So Subtle Elf' who has gifted me with Sweet Scents (Sweet Briar Farm #2) by Hollis Shiloh and says we need to buddy read this. Do I need to read book 1 first? Because bunnies! I will happily..."

OMG!! Cute bunnies that so need a snuggle.


message 1296: by Christelle (new)

Christelle | 472 comments @ Karen : please, warn people when you're making such jokes about BR : I spilled out my coffee...LMAO !!!!


message 1297: by AliciaJ (new)

AliciaJ | 191 comments Thank you to the wonderful Smutty Elf for Aced (PresLocke, #1) by Ella Frank . You made my day!


message 1298: by Karen (new)

Karen (bookfanatic55) | 901 comments Christelle wrote: "@ Karen : please, warn people when you're making such jokes about BR : I spilled out my coffee...LMAO !!!!"

Nope we need pictures or it didn't happen :)


message 1299: by Liz (Bugetta) (new)

Liz (Bugetta) (bugetta) | 92 comments Jane (PS) wrote: "Liz (Bugetta) wrote: "Jane (PS) wrote: "My awesome Santa sent me two more books whilst I slept (classic Santa move!)

When the Dust Settles (Timing, #3) by Mary Calmes & Best in Show by Kelly Jensen
Great to know Liz! I'm so looking forward to both books, so great to know the author I haven't read has solid settings :D.."


I asked the author if there would be more stories and she said yes. Yay!


message 1300: by Ami (new)

Ami (amie_07) | 341 comments I have another pressie today!! This time it is from Mrs. Claus, M/M voyeur. So I guess my clue is only that you must be reading M/M too? Which leaves me A LOT of people *lol*

Thank you for

All He Wants for Christmas by Jill Shalvis

Jill Shalvis is one of my favorite M/F authors *beams happily*


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