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[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Beth - When we read Anna for a group read, a lot of people held the same opinion as you, that much of the story gets bogged down by the political tangents. I found the last third of the book went much faster than the first two-thirds of it.

[Karen M]

Bridget wrote: "

Normally, when I come across a new author, I don't grab all of the books they have written (well, all that I happen to see at the bookstore at the time..."

I read the first one too and I have the next one on my wishlist.

[Evelyn]

Since I use the library I tend to grab all the books in a series and if I can't get into the series, I return them. I found that to be the case with Janet Evanovich. everyone had high praise for her series, it bored me silly.

[Andra]

Re-reading Pride and Prejudice and then in to Longbourne for my book club meeting. Then back to my cosie's for the holidays

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Evelyn wrote: "Since I use the library I tend to grab all the books in a series and if I can't get into the series, I return them. I found that to be the case with Janet Evanovich. everyone had high praise for ..."

Evelyn I didn't like Evanovich either. You're not alone.

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Steph wrote: "Evelyn wrote: "Since I use the library I tend to grab all the books in a series and if I can't get into the series, I return them. I found that to be the case with Janet Evanovich. everyone had h..."

I didn't make it through the first chapter.

[Melodie]

Seems with Evanovich you really like them or you hate them. I know the mystery part of the story is pretty much non-existent, but I continue to read them for one reason..they make me laugh. These days I can use all the laughs I can get!

[Evelyn]

Glad I am not alone in my feelings for Evanovich. I read a mystery to challenge my mind while being entertained and if the book is too light it won't hold my interest. I enjoy cozies because the main characters are down to earth but if it strays too far into "chick lit" then I will pass.

[Melodie]

Evelyn wrote: "Glad I am not alone in my feelings for Evanovich. I read a mystery to challenge my mind while being entertained and if the book is too light it won't hold my interest. I enjoy cozies because the ..."

If we all liked the same stuff it would be pretty boring and lots of writers would be out of a job. As for myself, I'm an extreme minority of one around here I believe, as I really don't like Dame Agatha. Only read one book by her many years ago and never picked up another!

[Veronica]

I'm in the homestretch of The Darwin Elevator , which is sort of a sci fi dystopian setting. I thought it was a stand alone book but it looks like it's the first book in a trilogy.

[Feral]

I usually read either Cozies or Urban Fantasy, but right now I am reading Takedown Twenty, so I guess that puts me in the "sometimes likes silly humor" camp (I don't consider it a mystery by any means). Another funny book I just finished that is more urban fantasy humor than a cozy (though she does have to figure out who is cursing people to death)is The Misfortune Cookie, which is the 6th book in the Esther Diamond series .

[MaryJo]

Steph wrote: "I read a little bit of everything, but particularly enjoy seasonal books. Right now I am reading a historical romance with a Christmas theme. What Happens At Christmas[bookcover:Wha..."

Steph, have you read Kate Kinsbury's books? she writes a series, fun cozies, centered around an English Victorian Inn, usually the stories are at holiday time. Her latest, I think, is The Clue Is In The Puddling.

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Finally -- and you'll note the emphasis -- finished A Journey to the Center of the Earth. I had some difficulty getting into this one. Granted, it is outside my usual genres (I don't read much sci fi), but still. I found the action faltered at times, and I had trouble wholly suspending my disbelief.

Now reading a romance, Born on the 4th of July (Includes: Men Out of Uniform, #6.5). I need something shorter and (hopefully) more fun than my previous read.

[❂ Murder by Death]

I can't wait for Takedown Twenty to arrive - I love the sheer entertainment value of these books! And Ranger. lol...

[Arlene]

Melodie wrote: "Evelyn wrote: "Glad I am not alone in my feelings for Evanovich. I read a mystery to challenge my mind while being entertained and if the book is too light it won't hold my interest. I enjoy cozi..."

Melodie wrote: "Evelyn wrote: "Glad I am not alone in my feelings for Evanovich. I read a mystery to challenge my mind while being entertained and if the book is too light it won't hold my interest. I enjoy cozi..."
Hello, make that a minority of two. I too read Dame Agatha years ago, did not like the book and have never read another one!!

[Melodie]

Good to know I'm not alone, Arlene! :-) For anyone who might be interested with this being the anniversary and all, Amazon has 11/22/63 for $2.99 today for Kindle. It's a great book for people who don't normally read King since it's not horror in any way. I gave it 5 stars when I read it.

[Karen M]

Melodie wrote: "Seems with Evanovich you really like them or you hate them. I know the mystery part of the story is pretty much non-existent, but I continue to read them for one reason..they make me laugh. These..."

Every book there's at least one LOL moment and if we're lucky maybe two. I read her books when I've been reading books that have kind of weighed me down or depressed me. For me, her books serve a purpose. Also Ranger sure makes it an easy read.

[Wendy]

Steph wrote: "Melodie wrote: "Evelyn wrote: "Glad I am not alone in my feelings for Evanovich. I read a mystery to challenge my mind while being entertained and if the book is too light it won't hold my interes..."

Ha, I know what you mean. I find that when I post a review to Goodreads that many other reviewers feel the opposite of how I felt about that particular book! I think one exception was Guy Gavriel Kay's "Ysabel" -- yuck, that was just awful. There was a lot of agreement on that. But mostly I'm in the minority when it comes to books I like or dislike.

[Bridget's Quiet Corner]

Karen M wrote: "Bridget wrote: "

Normally, when I come across a new author, I don't grab all of the books they have written (well, all that I happen to see at the books..."

I'm enjoying it so far. I have the first 8 books I'll probably buy the others as I get further along but I've got another couple series I've got to catch up on so these will probably be my go between books when I need a lighter read...I needed a break from YA and these are wonderful!

[Bridget's Quiet Corner]

Melodie wrote: "Bridget wrote: "I like historical fiction (slavery). YA Fantasy. Some biographies/memoirs. I've come across a few thrillers/horrors I've liked. Those are the genres that I look to most (first two u..."

I've read Twilight but those are the only vampire books I could get into but Twilight is what got me on the YA kick. I just want something new. And cozies sound right up my alley! I've heard of the other books but haven't really had the urge to read them...that may change eventually but so many books that get my attn I'd get distracted! Lol :-)

[Valerie]

Having read The Gold Finch and The Secret History, I am about to read Donna Tartt's The Little Friend. So that's my cozy break for the moment.

[Melissa]

Reading The Perks of Being a Wallflower and really enjoying it so far.

[Susan]

I'm reading crime fiction writer A J Waines. Just finished Girl on a Train and starting The Evil Beneath. I definitely recommend!

[Melodie]

Finished Champion. Good read! Not quite the ending I was looking for, but probably the ending it should have.

[Susan]

Melodie wrote: "Finished Champion. Good read! Not quite the ending I was looking for, but probably the ending it should have."

Melodie, that's an intriguing review! Can you elaborate without spoilers?

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Melissa wrote: "Reading The Perks of Being a Wallflower and really enjoying it so far."

I read this one back in September, whe it was the group read for another GR group. It's easy to see why it's one of the most-challenged books, but I thought it was really good.

[Melissa]

Just starting Drinker of Blood . I came across these books a while back and really enjoy them.

[Melodie]

Susan wrote: "Melodie wrote: "Finished Champion. Good read! Not quite the ending I was looking for, but probably the ending it should have."

Melodie, that's an int..."

I was looking for the HEA. Sometimes things come around a little differently than you expect.

[[deleted user]]

So Champion is good? Good to hear. I want to start this trilogy soon. I started the audio book a while ago and decided I wanted to switch to reading it. It's nice to know I can complete a story and not have to wait to finish it...

Just finished re-reading Mockingjay after going to see Catching Fire. I do enjoy the Hunger Games trilogy, though Catching Fire is my favorite.

[Evelyn]

I only read the first one Christina, it was okay but didn't enjoy it enough to read the other two. maybe because I missed the best one?

[Evelyn]

I am reading the Pelican Brief, great book!

[Melodie]

Christina wrote: "So Champion is good? Good to hear. I want to start this trilogy soon. I started the audio book a while ago and decided I wanted to switch to reading it. It's nice to know I can co..."

The LEGEND trilogy is definitely a good one! Would highly recommend it to anyone who likes dystopians. Day is an incredibly compelling character. For me CATCHING FIRE was by far the weakest of the 3 books. It felt like filler to me, but the movie was WAY better than The Hunger Games movie.

[Karen M]

I'm reading a new author, A Cure to Die For: A Medical Thriller. It jumps around a bit but for what appears to be a first effort, it's a rather good thriller. I haven't warmed to any of the characters yet but the storyline is intriguing.

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Currently reading Cowboys & Angels by Vicki Lewis Thompson

[[deleted user]]

Just finished The Face Of Deception. Not bad. I'll probably check out more in that series.

Back to Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President, still good...

[Heather L , Cozy Mysteries Moderator]

Christina wrote: "Just finished The Face Of Deception. Not bad. I'll probably check out more in that series."

I really liked The Face Of Deception, but -- sadly -- have fallen way behind in that series. You know how it is: too many books, not enough time.

[Leslie]

Heather L wrote: "Christina wrote: "Just finished The Face Of Deception. Not bad. I'll probably check out more in that series."

I really liked The Face Of Deception, but -- sadly -- hav..."

Sounds familiar! I liked the series but not enough to make it top priority...

[❂ Murder by Death]

I finished Curtsies & Conspiracies earlier this week. It's YA steampunk and I found it very entertaining. Just the names she gives everything and everybody are a hoot. :)

[Heidi]

I enjoyed the first book in that series Jennifer but of course I enjoyed the original series more! Lord Macon rocks.

[Heidi]

I meant Maccon! I can't edit with my iPod.

[❂ Murder by Death]

Heidi *Listen. I'll just keep talking anyway. * wrote: "I meant Maccon! I can't edit with my iPod."

Love Lord Maccon! :) He's mentioned in the second Finishing school book, but never seen. Lord Akeldama plays a role towards the end though.

[Melissa]

What is steampunk? I keep seeing that on the front page of GR. I can't imagine what that means.

[Heidi]

Melissa wrote: "What is steampunk? I keep seeing that on the front page of GR. I can't imagine what that means."

To me it is kind of like science fiction and/or fantasy novels set in the 19th century (hence the word steam - since it is set during a time when steam power was used). Does that make sense? Basically there is usually some element of magic or paranormal activity in them and everyone acts like it is Victorian England!

[❂ Murder by Death]

Melissa wrote: "What is steampunk? I keep seeing that on the front page of GR. I can't imagine what that means."

It's a bit tough to define in a short sentence. (at least for me!) But the dictionary says:
a genre of science fiction that typically features steam-powered machinery rather than advanced technology.

That's it in a nutshell, but not quite as absurdist as it should be. Imagine almost all of technology today run not from electricity, but from steam and that's a bit closer. The books Heidi and I are referring to take place in the Victorian age, with all sorts of fantastic machines (including robot pets) run by steam and also contain a supernatural element.

[[deleted user]]

Evelyn wrote: "I only read the first one Christina, it was okay but didn't enjoy it enough to read the other two. maybe because I missed the best one?"

Hm. Maybe. The first book hooked me immediately. Once the games started I didn't put it down til I finished the first book. I read the second book right after the first, so the beginning part of Catching Fire was a break from the stress of the games, the second half just gave me a stomach ache. But I like that it had an emotional effect. The third book was not as good to me, but definitely not bad. Its hard to describe without spoiling it.

[Vicky]

I am reading 'The Measure of Days' by Cynthia Harrod-Eagles. This is #30 in an historical fiction series dating back to the 1600s. Each book is over 500 pages and I am amazed that the book reads so quickly. Not as descriptive or wordy as James Michener's books, it is arranged like a soap opera -- a setting (in this case WWI) then the activites of this person, then another, then someone at home, etc. I enjoy these between my many (many) cozies.

[Jaye]

Christmas at Harrington's

because i need to kick start the holiday cheer.

The Christmas Dog
this one is coming to the library next.
Christmas AND a dog, yay !

[Bridget's Quiet Corner]

I'm trying to catch up on this series. One of my favorites! I wasn't crazy about and had to struggle through, which I don't do often...and wanted to give up a few times, but because I do love the series and characters...I wanted to carry on....I'm so glad I did...I am loving Endless! :-)

I'll be getting back to Miss Julia soon! Hopefully this month..I miss her and Lillian already!

[Susan]

Melissa wrote: "What is steampunk? I keep seeing that on the front page of GR. I can't imagine what that means."

You might find this link helpful: http://reviews.libraryjournal.com/201...

[Melissa]

Reading The Screaming Staircase .