Temperance Brennan Series by Kathy Reichs -> Restarting August 3rd, 2024

[Dr. Andy]

Her life is devoted to justice; for those she never even knew. In the year since Temperance Brennan left behind a shaky marriage in North Carolina, work has often preempted her weekend plans to explore Quebec. When a female corpse is discovered meticulously dismembered and stashed in trash bags, Temperance detects an alarming pattern and she plunges into a harrowing search for a killer. But her investigation is about to place those closest to her, her best friend and her own daughter in mortal danger...

[Jammin Jenny]

I liked the first book but it was very different from the show which kind of threw me for a loop. I"ll try to jump in as you read books in the series I haven't read yet.

[Alaina]

5%: (view spoiler)[...okay, so this is definitely different than the show and I'm kind of sad about that. I hope it's good though! (hide spoiler)]
38%: (view spoiler)[This guy is kind of creepy but I'm happy Tempy is apart of the whole investigation like she is in the show. I also wonder if Gabby is still in danger?? I'M ALSO STILL DISAPPOINTED THAT THIS ISN'T LIKE THE SHOW (lol had to add that!) (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

80%: (view spoiler)[Holy crap.. I didn't see some of that happening. Gabby and the picture of her daughter! (hide spoiler)]
100%: (view spoiler)[wow that was a quick kind of ending. I'm glad her daughter is safe and all but I miss the gang from the show :( I'm also happy that Tempy is safe as well! I can't believe it took her forever to figure out that someone cut her power!! Also.. am I getting vibes between her and Ryan?? I think that's the detective's name - the audio was a little grainy for me. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

25%: (view spoiler)[hmm... I like her and Ryan together but this whole thing being set in Canada.. is just weird. I keep thinking it should be in D.C. lol. Other than that.. Daisy was interesting to meet. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

38%: (view spoiler)[LMFAO her description of Ryan is probably what most woman think about men. Or maybe.. it's just me. (hide spoiler)]

[Jammin Jenny]

I just placed a request for some of these books through my library. You are a fast reader!

[Alaina]

Jammin Jenny wrote: "I just placed a request for some of these books through my library. You are a fast reader!"

HAHA I'm listening to the audios on 2.5x

[Alaina]

75%: (view spoiler)[OMG THAT SEXUAL ....TEASE OF A SCENE! Cockblocked by a phone call. That sucks. I like them together because they just need to sleep with each other. Maybe then she wont be so annoyed by him. (hide spoiler)]
100%: (view spoiler)[weellll damn! I didn't see any of that coming! I'm also liking the hint of her and ryan together! I can't wait for the next audio! (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

13%: (view spoiler)[OH NO! What did Ryan do?? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

50%: (view spoiler)[she has an interesting relationship with her nephew.. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

75%: (view spoiler)[how does she always get into trouble? It's like she is always at the wrong place at the wrong time. Poor tempy! ALSO, I'm so happy that Andrew Ryan is back in her life - but is this a good or bad thing? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[WHAT THE HELL JUST HAPPENED? So much was thrown my way and of course I got distracted by my lunch! I seriously think that brennan and all of her family members need to go into the witness protection program because they are constantly in danger. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

10%: (view spoiler)[..blegh, this murder scene sounds super gross. When she wants to throw up... I WANT TO THROW UP. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

30%: (view spoiler)[I keep forgetting that she has a dog and co-parents with her ex. The name gets me every time though. (hide spoiler)]

[Jammin Jenny]

You are an insane reading machine!!

[Alaina]

Jammin Jenny wrote: "You are an insane reading machine!!"

haha it's the audio's I swear!! They are so easy to listen to while at work!!

[Alaina]

80%: (view spoiler)[..wait that wasn't her dog. what the hell is birdie? A cat? I'm so confused! (hide spoiler)]
100%: (view spoiler)[I was cringing and shivering when they were talking about cannibalism!! I remember that from the show and djlfkjdlfjal it gives me the heeby-jeebies when people do that/talk about it. Other than that, this book was pretty good! (hide spoiler)]

[Jammin Jenny]

So, I know you are SUPER FAST with those audio reads. I got some of my books today from the library. As long as I post my thoughts in here do I get double points in the Nov/Dec BAH game? Also, how many thoughts/updates do I need, and do I still need a review? I just know you are going to be so far ahead of me.

[Alaina]

Jammin Jenny wrote: "So, I know you are SUPER FAST with those audio reads. I got some of my books today from the library. As long as I post my thoughts in here do I get double points in the Nov/Dec BAH game? Also, how ..."

haha yes, you get them for both months because.. have you seen how many books are in this series?!?! I also took a break from the audios. I've been so busy today :(

As for updates/comments, you need 4 per book.

[Alaina]

28%: (view spoiler)[..and now I'm sad about this death because a child is in play. I also feel bad for her because she misses her own daughter. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

55%: (view spoiler)[awww yay, I've missed Ryan! I'm so happy they are still trying to be in each other's lives. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

80%: (view spoiler)[I'm sorry.. but is she thinking that a cat is the murder suspect?? or am I just THAT tired today. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[this book was just okay, not my favorite if I'm being honest. Also, this girl really needs to learn how to protect herself. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

20%: (view spoiler)[lol I thought it was someone who wasn't supposed to be there.. like an ex. I laughed when she was mad about the dog being there. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

30%: (view spoiler)[I feel like I don't really like this book either. It's okay.. but it's this version of temperance isn't what I'm used to. She's kind of annoying and whiny. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

82%: (view spoiler)[I like how she snapped at that detective.. because really... he's going to have that attitude when there's a baby that's been murdered? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[It's crazy how easily her life ends up in danger. I feel bad for her.. but at the same time it's kind of getting predictable. I like her and Ryan and I'm wondering if I'm going to get more from them? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

25%: (view spoiler)[...are her and ryan going to break up? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

50%: (view spoiler)[I seriously hate this Claudel guy.. and I'm wondering what the hell is going on with Ryan and Tempy as well. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

75%: (view spoiler)[ughhhh why he always lyin? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[OH MY LORD, he has a kid? how the fuck did he not know he had a god damn kid?!?!?! EVEN BOOTH KNEW! (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

17%: (view spoiler)[what is the wife hiding?? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

50%: (view spoiler)[I wonder what's actually down there.. maybe some like sacrifice thing? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

83%: (view spoiler)[TOTALLY FORGOT TO MAKE A COMMENT.. SO UH... WTF IS GOING ON? WHERE'S JAKE? (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[dfjlsafjldsajfldsa I need the next book ASAP! (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

25% (view spoiler)[ OKay I was warned this was different, but wow is it different! Tempy is the same and also isn't, she doesn't seem as cold as she is first depicted in the show. But home girl is very dedicated to her job, which is admirable. I'm glad she has a close friend, but that one french dude (idk which their names sound the same to me) was a jerk. He should give her more credit, she's smart and good at her job ugh (hide spoiler)]
50 % (view spoiler)[ Okay Tempy was very rude to her friend, like why? If my friend called me and was like I think someone is going to kill me, I wouldn't get mad at them because they wouldn't talk about it! (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ I feel like Tempy will definitely regret snapping at Gabby like that. I don't get why they're not confiding in each other, GIRLS you are best friends for crying out loud! I'm really loving the case descriptions and everything though. (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ Okay is Ryan the inspiration for Booth, because I can totally see it sometimes... But idk how I feel about it yet. I thought Tempy's daughter had been taken for a second but it seems like she was fine. I'm glad Tempy didn't die. (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

25% (view spoiler)[ The crime scene sounds horrible, but I'm also super intrigued. AND OMG I WAS GONNA CRY IF HER CAT HAD BEEN MURDERED! (hide spoiler)]
50% (view spoiler)[ This cult is freaking creepy and I think Katherine or whatever her name knows something! (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ There is something wrong with her sister. And that conference thing. She's acting completely different, I don't trust it. (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ I knew I didn't like Elle for a reason. I did like the part at the monkey colony, it was fascinating. Brennan seems to fly all over the country very often. I wonder if she'll face a death threat/situation every book? (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

Okay, the title was used way too many times in this and it was annoying. ALSO, how many damn times is Tempy going to describe how sexy Andrew Ryan is? WE GET IT FUCKING MOVE ON CHANGE IN TOPIC PLEASE
25%(view spoiler)[ So now there's a nephew, I feel like he's going to get in trouble next. This situation with the biker gangs is extra unnerving. Just walking up to other people with a damn BOMB!? Crazy motherfuckers. (hide spoiler)]
50% (view spoiler)[ I know Isabella or whatever her name is was trying to help, but I do not like this reporter dude, he seems scheezy. I get bad vibes from him. (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ OKay Kit way to be an asshole! BOI Listen to your fucking aunt when she tells you you're in danger! She would know since she's been in these situations. (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ Wow so scheezy reporter guy was involved. Gross. I thought Kit was dead and I'm so glad Ryan was just under cover and is not actually a criminal! Hopefully I can continue to ship Ryan and Tempy together even thought THEY MESSED UP THEIR HOOKUP IN THE LAST BOOK! (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

25% (view spoiler)[ Okay where was the resolution about Ryan and his supposed crime?? There was literally none otherwise I missed it. Ugh. i am so annoyed tho who is this dick to say Tempy processed a crime scene wrong. I AM SORRY DO YOU NOT KNOW WHO YOU ARE TALKING TO (hide spoiler)]
50% (view spoiler)[ The random interactions with her ex-husband are cute. I love how he talks about their cat. I also really like this dog, nothing better happen to him! (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ NO not Primrose. I liked her and I also really like Crow, she better survive this book! I'm glad the plane crash wasn't by a terrorist, but how are all these deaths and disappearances related? WHOS FOOT IS THIS!? (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ A SECRET CULT!! So cool!! This was super fascinating. Hodgens needs to exist, seriously he would've had a field day with this. A secret cult, cannibalism and government officials obstructing justice! (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

25% (view spoiler)[ What a dramatic opening! I hope Molly will wake up from her coma, so glad she's not dead! That would've been horrible. Also do I spy sexual tension between Brennan and the spanish dude (hide spoiler)]
50% (view spoiler)[ So now Tempy is chasing down missing people. I don't really like Chantal. This case is so fucking weird. (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ I am not a fan of Bat and Ryan talking about Brennan behind her back. It's weird, like two exes comparing secrets. Also I don't want a love triangle. I want Tempy to stop calling Ryan annoying and love him dammit. (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ I don't remember who this Lucas person was. Also why did he just shoot himself and not Tempy? Like I get she was poisoned, but it honestly doesn't make any sense for a killer to not kill her when she is defenseless and confused. The embryonic stem cell component was super cool, but I feel like it was implemented too late and everything about it felt rushed. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

30%: (view spoiler)[ugh, why is her ex back in the picture/this book?? It's annoying. (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

25% (view spoiler)[ Wait why is Ryan here? I thought she said something about Bat being the one she was going on vacation with. I'm happy but also freaking confused!! (hide spoiler)]
50% (view spoiler)[ Looks like Tempy is never going on vacation sigh. Idk what the cop dude's name is but I do not like him one bit. He is clearly racist and homophobic ugh leave dick face. (hide spoiler)]
75% (view spoiler)[ I love that Boyd is being involved in crime scene searches! I love this dog. Also I am really loving Tempy and Ryan together. I don't like this Cousins dude or whatever his name is. Like Tempy, he makes me uneasy. (hide spoiler)]
Finished (view spoiler)[ I am glad Tamalyn was okay and that there wasn't any crime committed against her baby! I really felt for this poor girl! I really hate snakes, so the ending was not fun to listen to. I was freaking out when the rattling started ugh NOPE I AM RUNNING AWAY NOW (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

60%: (view spoiler)[I honestly got caught up with some chores and forgot to write down something about this part of the book. But can I say that I'm happy that Ryan and Tempe are back-ish together? I need Pete to go. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

80%: (view spoiler)[omg, okay all caught up in comments now. But seriously.. people are dying because of their organs?? Uh yeah, NO THANK YOU. You can have my filthy organs after I'm done using them. Thank you very fucking much. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[lowkey did not like the narrator this time. Why do they keep switching it up now? UGH! Other than that.. this one was kind of meh. It didn't really hold my attention like the other ones did. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

40%: (view spoiler)[UGH I hate that Ryan is acting this way. Then there's Pete and UGH I'm annoyed. (hide spoiler)]
60%: (view spoiler)[ughhh why are these two acting like this. STOP ANNOYING ME TEMPE AND RYAN!! (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

80%: (view spoiler)[I hope they find her niece but I'm really happy that Ryan and Tempe still have that attraction thing going on. I need them back together because they are idiots. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

100%: (view spoiler)[well, it was an okay book. Better than the previous one and I like that we got to see Harry more. Also, it's weird that Pete falls in love way too easily - right? Or is that just me? Whatevs, I'm glad that she has Ryan.. (hide spoiler)]

[Alaina]

25%: (view spoiler)[lowkey bored af with this book right now. thank god it's an audio. (hide spoiler)]