What Are You Currently Reading in 2018?

[Jonetta]

Sheery wrote: "I'm reading The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith. It is so good!

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I loved that book!

[Jonetta]

I finished The Firefighter's Pretend Fiancée by Victoria James, Shadow Creek, Montana #5, and really liked this surprisingly serious story. Here’s my review.

I finished listening to Good Little Girls by Rita Herron, The Keepers #2, and it was a take-no-prisoners kind of story. Not for the faint hearted. Here’s my review.

I’m reading The Laird's Willful Lass by Anna Campbell, The Lairds Most Likely #1 and listening to Broken Promise by Linwood Barclay, Promise Falls #1.

[Anita]

Mardi Gras Murder by Ellen Byron 4-Stars
Mardi Gras Murder and Mayhem
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Sheery]

Jonetta wrote: "Sheery wrote: "I'm reading The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith. It is so good!

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I loved that book!"

I am too so far! I liked The Cuckoo's Calling but The SIlkworm is better. I think because I feel like I know the main characters a bit better now.

[Jonetta]

I don’t know why, Sheery, but I agree.

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Nightmares of Caitlin Lockyer by Demelza Carlton on Kindle
Nathans sister was brutally murdered and now Nathan is out for revenge. Walking along the beach late at night he comes across a women's body laying in the sand where his sister was also found. Caitlin was left for dead after being raped and tortured. Nathan is determined to keep her safe and not let the bastards win. This is the first I have read by this author and as disturbing, raw, deep, dark and emotional as it was from the start, it kept me on my seat. I was pulled in from the beginning. It had so many twists and turns, I didn't want to put it down. So many questions throughout the whole book and still unresolved which makes me so anxious to read the second in the series. Not a book for the faint of heart, but if you want a great suspenseful mystery that will unnerve you...this is it. I loved this book and would give it more than 5 stars if I could. 5++++++ stars

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Destiny Of A Highlander (Blood of Duncliffe Series) by Emilia Ferguson on Kindle ARC
Francine McGowan's father is marrying her off to a despicable man Fraser to increase his power and holding. Lord Henry Gracewell hates being here and wishes to go back to England to get away from the hatred and isolation that is bestowed on him from the Scots. Until he and his sister attend a ball and he meets Francine. Both of them are instantly attracted to each other, physically and emotionally. But neither of their fathers would allow them to wed. Francine only has a week to prove to her father that Fraser is not the husband for her. She needs to get away from the awful man and make up a plan. She finds Henry and her brother Douglas her only two protectors. I really enjoyed this book. It was filled with love, suspense and romance and many twists and turns. 5 stars

[Jonetta]

I finished The Laird's Willful Lass by Anna Campbell, The Likely Lairds #1, and enjoyed it, even if it was a bit more angsty for my tastes. Here’s my review.

I’m reading Singed by Kaylea Cross, Titanium Security #2.

[Anita]

Cut and Run by Mary Burton 4 1/2-Stars
Secrets Will Out
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

Reel of Fortune by Jana Deleon 5-Stras
Love this Cozy Series
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Broken Promise by Linwood Barclay, Promise Falls #1, and very much enjoyed the story and audio performance. Here’s my review.

I’m listening to Ice Cold by Tess Gerritsen, Rizzoli & Isles #8.

[Sarah]

i'm reading Kill and Tell & White Sand Blues

[Jonetta]

I enjoyed that Linda Howard series. Hope you enjoy, Sarah!

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A Christmas Star by Judith Keim as an ARC
Noelle North's rich ex-fiance left her at the altar on Christmas and ran off with his best friends wife two years ago. She just can't bare to stay in Boston over the holidays and wants no part in celebrating them, so her dear friends at the Assisted Living center where she works at, persuades her to rent a place in Florida for a much needed vacation. She finds out just how much she needs it and love the little Seashell cottage. Taking one of her walks along the beach, she meets a wonderful young seven year old boy Silas, who warms everyone's heart in this book. They go up to his great-grandmothers Althea's house and Noelle discovers that the older woman is being abused by the caretaker there. Noelle goes ballistic and throws the woman out finding herself the new caregiver of Silas and Althea. Althea's grandsons are taking over the business running plush hotels while their parents are missing in the Rocky mountains after a plane crash. Jake Bellingham has enough of his plate and doesn't need this "bossy" woman taking over his household and his life. This book was so sweet, loving, romantic and emotional. the characters were strong and believable and well developed. It made me laugh, cry and feel good all at once. With many plots going on in this story, the author kept it all together and flowing so wonderfully. I will certainly enjoy reading more books from this author. 5 stars

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The Mystery of the Hunted Lady: A Historical Regency Romance Book on Kindle ARC
Vera Ladislaw watches her father being murdered, and finds her mother and favorite housekeeper also murdered. The man in the fancy carriage with puffy, long side burns is the one who did it. She finds herself as the accused and is wanted for murder. She meets a Mr. Fielding and is dressed up as a young boy and sent to be a servant at Lord Stanley's. Rumors of the Lord are very scary and unfavorable. Vera finds these not to be true and starts to fall for Lord, but cannot let her disguise be known until she finds the murderer and clears her name. This was a very fun book to read. Lots of twists and turns, suspense and clean romance. 5 stars
**I received this free copy and this is my honest review**

[[deleted user]]

Courting a Spinster for Christmas: Sweet and Clean Regency Romance by Arietta Richmond on Kindle ARC
A lovely read. A very tender, clean and romantic book. I enjoyed the history of this family that was brought into it. My first book with this author and I enjoyed it very much. The only thing I thought could have been different is that it was a bit too drawn out. I really felt it could have been condensed some and still be a fantastic book.
**I received this free book and this is my honest review** 4 stars

[Jonetta]

I finished Singed by Kaylea Cross, Titanium Security #2, and liked it, didn’t love it. Here’s my review.

I’m reading Killman Creek by Rachel Caine, Stillhouse Lake #2.

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Ice Cold by Tess Gerritsen, Rizzoli & Isles #8, and really enjoyed it! Here’s my review.

I’m listening to Dreams of Falling by Karen White.

[Anita]

Death is Not Enough by Karen Rose 5-Stars
Thorne and Gwyn!!! Twisty, Turney Plot by a Master of the Genre
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

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Attracting the Spymaster by Ariatta Richmond
A lovely, clean romance filled with mystery, suspense and intrigue. I really enjoyed the strong, well defined characters in the book. Anna Trubridge, Dowager Viscountess Farnsworth, the main female character as a spy? Excellent!! 4 stars

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Dreams of Falling by Karen White and loved it. Here’s my review.

I’m listening to Charlotte Walsh Likes To Win by Jo Piazza.

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Love For A Reluctant Highland Lass (Blood of Duncliffe Series)Starting an ARC by Emilia Ferguson on Kindle, "Love For a Reluctant Highland Lass
The story behind a maid servant, Ellie Lemont, who has always been thrown away it seems and has never truly been cared about or loved is thrown in suddenly as the Lady of Duncliffe when someone is coming to speak to the Lady regarding land. Lady Marguerite thinks it is her estranged relative who could endanger her. Unbeknownst to them, Garrick Hale is just the messenger. The story line is excellent and I love seeing many of the characters back again. this book has many twists and turns, suspense, mystery and of course romance. A great book in the series. 5 stars

[Anita]

Close to the Bone by Kendra Elliot 4-Stars
Two 14-year old girls have disappeared, one set of remains is found.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
A Bone to Pick by Melinda Leigh 3-Stars
Secrets and a false identity
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Cowboy SEAL Christmas by Nicole Helm 3-Stars
Christmas Romance Fail
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[[deleted user]]

Finished "Starting Over" by Laura Scott in a PDF form. A novella that only she posts to those who are subscribed to her newsletter.
A clean, inspirational romance who with the help of her faith, the main character has been physically, emotionally healing after her late drunkard, abusive late husband tried to run her over, and also her son is in prison from following in his fathers foot steps. She decided to go back home, only to find someone does not want her back. By leaving messages painted on her front door, a rock through the windshield of her car, and a patio door smashed with a brick, he calls on the police. Where she meets the deputy who has a lot of fear and baggage of his own. This is a beautiful story of healing, love, and forgiveness. 5 stars

[Diana]

A Dance of Ghosts by David Dalglish - amazing!

[Jonetta]

I finished Killman Creek by Rachel Caine, Stillhouse Lake #2, and LOVED it!!! Here’s my review.

I’m finally reading Why Kill the Innocent by C.S. Harris (yay!), Sebastian St. Cyr #13.

[Jonetta]

Diana wrote: "A Dance of Ghosts by David Dalglish - amazing!"

Why amazing? I’m unfamiliar with the author.

[Anita]

Christmas Angel by Kat Martin 5-Stars
Tender, Sweet, Civil War, Christmas Novella
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

Wait Until Dark by Kat Martin 5-Stars
New Series by a Favorite Author
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas by Katie Ruggle 4-Stars
Quirky Artist and Hunky Firefighter Romance w/ Mystery
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Mary]

I just finished Tailspin by Sandra Brown. Great story!

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Charlotte Walsh Likes To Win by Jo Piazza and really enjoyed this story that perfectly captures today’s political environment. Here’s my review.

I’m listening to Jane Doe by Victoria Helen Stone.

[[deleted user]]

A Reason to Remember By Leigh Duncan in PDF form
Margo and David were getting a divorce. All that was left was to sign the separation papers. Until an accident gives David temporary amnesia. Margo wonders if this is a chance to have him remember how their marriage once was and how in love they once were and before David's ambition took over his life and took him away from her and their children. This second chance short story was filled with so much inspiration, love and emotions. The ending blew me away. I read this in 24 hours. I just couldn't put it down. It made me think how precious spending time with friends and love ones is. I would definitely recommend this book. I am so looking forward to reading more of her books. 5 stars
**I was given a free copy of this book and this is my honest review**

[[deleted user]]

Forgotten & Remembered: The Duke's Late Wife by Bree Wolf in PDF form
Graham lives in isolation following the death of his wife. He needs a new mother to raise his six year old daughter. His best friend Edmond takes him to a house party were Graham see's a young woman playing joyfully with her nieces. Rosabel was taken in by her aunt and uncle only by obligation after her father dies and she was left alone. They always remind her how her mother shamed the family marrying someone out of their class. Her uncle is too willing to give her to Graham as a wife. Graham is NOT interested in the marriage aspects of this arrangement and shortly after the wedding ships her off to his other estate to care for his daughter. This story was so sad throughout the book. Graham is self-centered and constantly feels sorry for himself and I felt cruel to his daughter and Rosabel. I just couldn't like him. The book was too drawn out for me and could have been cut in half and still have a decent story line. I got bored with all the melodrama of Graham and his late wife and the redundancy of thoughts and dialogue. After all his bellyaching, a light finally comes on. I did enjoy many of the other characters though. I feel I am being generous with 3 stars

[Barbara "Cookie"]

I am reading the Perseid Collapse by Steven Konkoly

[AliciaJ]

I'm reading Spellbinder by Thea Harrison and Fall by Kristen Callihan.

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Jane Doe by Victoria Helen Stone and couldn’t not put this one down. Here’s my review.

I’m listening to One Perfect Kiss by Jaci Burton, Hope #8.

[Anita]

Wild Orchids by Karen Robards 4-Stars
Oldie action-adventure-romance
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to One Perfect Kiss by Jaci Burton, Hope #8, and enjoyed being back in Hope. Here’s my review.

I’m listening to Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren and already loving it.

[[deleted user]]

starting Book 11 (surprise book) ARC copy by Abby Ayles on Kindle
It was the longest, most boring book I have read in a long time. I almost didn't finish it. Which is very unusual for me. I still don't know the name of it. Giving it 1/2 star is generous.

[Anita]

Protected by Elisabeth Naughton 3 1/2-Stars
Tropes Galore in this Romantic-Suspense
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Talya]

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[Teneisha (Teesbookjourney)]

I'm currently reading.. Echo in death. Jd Robb.... ♥️♥️

[Anita]

Swamp Spook by Jana Deleon 5-Stars
Halloween Happenings in Sinful, LA
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Barbara "Cookie"]

Just finished Vision in White next is Regency Romance: The Lady's Masquerade by Deborah Wilson.

[Karen]

iBook deal, Nora Roberts year one is 99p

[Jonetta]

I finished listening to Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren and loved it! Here’s my review.

I finished Why Kill the Innocent by C.S. Harris, Sebastian St. Cyr #13, and this one had a bit of everything. Really enjoyed this one. Here’s my review.

I’m reading The Rehearsal Dinner by J.R. Ward, Firefighters #.5 & The Wedding From Hell #1, and listening to Goodbye, Sweet Girl: A Story of Domestic Violence and Survival by Kelly Sundberg.

[[deleted user]]

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn in paperback
Her books never seem to amaze me. The characters in this book are so strong and well defined and very scary. It is a very deep, dark, emotional and at times very disturbing. The sickness and mental illness that has been passed down through generations that causes illness and murder. The darker side of life for a wealthy family. I just love her stories. Brings out the darker sides of us that we wish to keep hidden by goodness. Hope they bring this small series to Netflix in the future. EXCELLENT!! 5 stars

[Jonetta]

I finished The Rehearsal Dinner & The Reception by J.R. Ward, The Wedding From Hell #1 & 2 and the prequels for the new Firefighters series. Both were nice setups for the first books. Here are my reviews:
The Rehearsal Dinner review
The Reception review

I’m reading Murder on Waverly Place by Victoria Thompson, Gaslight Mystery #11.

[Sheery]

I'm reading Dear Mrs. Bird which is so good!