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message 51: by Sonja (new)

Sonja (sonjac) | 1366 comments Ab2y (압랄) wrote: "Sonja wrote: "No idea who he is and don’t much care BUT I’m always in! Please use my PIFM shelf!
I’ll try to make my picks Monday before I leave work as I’ll be traveling after that!"

Hi Sonja I..."


OMG Ab2y you're so fast!! And I didn't even have to adjust my PIFM list for the ones I wont get to as you NAILED it! Thank you so much! I hope I can do justice to your awesome picks!


message 52: by Sonja (last edited Dec 27, 2018 10:19PM) (new)

Sonja (sonjac) | 1366 comments Hi true.magic!
FIXED, sorry about that! Hope this list is better! :)

1. Colton is a virgin-
TBR: Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver (innocent character)
TBR: Just for Now (Escape to New Zealand, #3) by Rosalind James (white cover)

2. He's a former football star-
NEW: The Hooker and the Hermit (Rugby, #1) by L.H. Cosway (BOTH! I plan to read this one in January too - buddy read maybe?)
TBR: Exclusively Yours (Kowalski Family, #1) by Shannon Stacey (green cover and I've read before and enjoyed!)

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-
NEW: The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires (Half-Moon Hollow, #1) by Molly Harper (paranormal and funny!)
NEW: Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles, #1) by Marissa Meyer (black on cover and I just finished it - fascinating book!)

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-
NEW: Flirting with Felicity by Gerri Russell (food industry and I always recommend this one for that category)
TBR: Bewitched, Bothered, and Biscotti (A Magical Bakery Mystery, #2) by Bailey Cates (food)

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-
TBR: Because of Miss Bridgerton (Rokesbys, #1) by Julia Quinn (England is definitely on my bucketlist!)
TBR: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah (Paris is another must-visit-again. Plus I had to get this one on your radar. I read it and loved it!)

6. Colton is 26 years old-
TBR: Save the Date by Morgan Matson (June pub)
TBR: Summer of Two Wishes (Cedar Springs #1) by Julia London (two in title)

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-
TBR: The Bridesmaid by Julia London (sort of matchmaking/blind date? Anyway it’s on my TBR list now too)

NEW: The Governess Affair (Brothers Sinister, #0.5) by Courtney Milan (sort of a matchmaking or blind date situation... great book tho, one of my faves!)

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois-
TBR: The Sweetest Thing (Lucky Harbor, #2) by Jill Shalvis (small town)
TBR: Do Over by Mari Carr (super short!)

Enjoy!


message 53: by 〰️Beth〰️ (new)

〰️Beth〰️ (x1f4a0bethx1f4a0) | 286 comments Hi Carrie, sorry for the shelf mix up. I need to figure out how to show my shelf link (January will be my second go at this challenge.) Hope you like some of these picks.

1. Colton is a virgin
Virginal Tipping the Velvet Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters
White coverThe Cruel Prince The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air, #1) by Holly Black

2. He’s a former football star...sports
The Ex Effect The Ex Effect by Karla Sorensen
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata

3. He is obsessed with his dog
Paranormal Romance When Death Became A Woman When Death Became A Woman (Death is a Woman Book 1) by River Tatum
Black Cover Caraval Caraval (Caraval, #1) by Stephanie Garber

4. He used to own a restaurant 4th & Goal
Food Industry Listen to Me Listen to Me (Fusion, #1) by Kristen Proby
Four+ Stars Seduction and Snacks Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers, #1) by Tara Sivec

5. He went on “Bachelor in Paradise “
Island Setting (sort of) The Astonishing Color of After The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan
Island Setting The Last Princess The Last Princess (Islands of the Crown, #2) by Jewel Allen

6. Colton is 26
Two Word Title Emergency Contact Emergency Contact by Mary H.K. Choi
Six Word Title A Rogue by Any Other Name A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean

7. He is hoping to find a wife.
Mail Order Bride Love on Her Own Terms: A Mail Order Bride Historical Western Romance Book Love on Her Own Terms A Mail Order Bride Historical Western Romance Book by Carol Colyer
Stand Alone Gemini Gemini by Penelope Ward

8. He was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois.
Small Town The Best Man The Best Man (Blue Heron, #1) by Kristan Higgins
Under 150 Pages Lost Angels: A Supernatural & Paranormal Romance Novel Lost Angels A Supernatural & Paranormal Romance Novel (The Lost Archangels Book 0) by Tatenda Creed

Hope you enjoy!


message 54: by Bror (Abrar) (new)

Bror (Abrar)  (ab2y) | 152 comments Sonja wrote: "Ab2y (압랄) wrote: "Sonja wrote: "No idea who he is and don’t much care BUT I’m always in! Please use my PIFM shelf!
I’ll try to make my picks Monday before I leave work as I’ll be traveling after t..."


No problem :) we actually read almost the same things thats why it was easy and kind of fun, happy reading ^_^


message 55: by True.magic (new)

True.magic | 128 comments Hi Hazel!

Here are your picks .. I hope you find something you like!

1. Colton is a virgin-
New: The Virgin Duet- romance with a virginal or innocent character.
Tbr: Shattered Rose- book with white on the cover.

2. He's a former football star-
New: The Witness- book with green on the cover.
Tbr: The Baller- a romance with a character who watches or plays a sport

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-
New: Under Pressure- romantic suspense.
Tbr: You Don't Know Me- book with black on the cover.


4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-
New: Delicious- romance set in the food industry.
Tbr: Dark Lover- book with a 4.0 rating or higher.


5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-
New: Nine Days In Greece- a romance set on an island or somewhere you would love to visit.
Tbr: Once In A Big Dream- book with water or sand or trees on the cover.


6. Colton is 26 years old-
New: A Princess in Theory- romance published in February 27th 2018.
Tbr: Just Right- book with either 2 or 6 words in the title.



7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-
New: Doctoring the Single Dad- book with a mail-order bride, or matchmaking.
Tbr: Swan- a stand-alone title.


8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois-
New: PS... You're Mine- 126 pages.
Tbr: Shattered Hearts- small-town romance.



If you want to change anything just let me know …Happy Reading!


message 56: by True.magic (new)

True.magic | 128 comments Sonja wrote: "Hi true.magic!
I checked out your bookshelves and found the PIFM-to-read shelf so I went off that one, but let me know if any need repicking! Hope you find some goodies here! Apologies as this was..."


Thanks Sonja for the picks, But most of the books you choose for me already in my reading shelf.


message 57: by Noor (new)

Noor Arslan (coldprincess) | 90 comments Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "Sapphire Bells

We didn't have many books in common, so I tried to give you a variety of new picks, plus I found a couple things to put on my wishlist.

1. Colton is a virgin: This sounds fun and e..."


All of your picks sound interesting !! I just hope that I get enough time


message 58: by Hazel (new)

Hazel (x1f4d6hx1f4d6) | 2967 comments True.magic wrote: "Hi Hazel!

Here are your picks .. I hope you find something you like!"


Thanks so much. The picks look great!

Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone.

Fran I’ve been rushing like mad wrapping presents, cooking, baking and I’m just about to be Santa before heading to bed! I should get your picks to you on 26th hope that’s ok.

H xx


message 59: by Noor (last edited Dec 24, 2018 04:03PM) (new)

Noor Arslan (coldprincess) | 90 comments LaurLa
I hope you find these enjoyable
1. Colton is a virgin-
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character
New Pretty Venom (Gray Springs University, #3) by Ella Fields
or Recommend a book with white on the cover.
TBR Caught in the Act (The Davenports, #2) by Kim Law
2. He's a former football star-
Recommend a romance with a character who watches or plays a sport
New The Playmaker (Big Play, #1) by Jordan Ford
or Recommend a book with green on the cover.
TBR Secret Pleasures (Pleasures, #2) by Cheryl Howe
3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-
Recommend a romantic suspense or paranormal romance book
New Best Laid Plans (The Mercenaries, #1) by Stylo Fantome
or Recommend a book with black on the cover.
TBR Wanting (River City #1) by E. Ayers
4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-
Recommend a romance set in the food industry
New The Opposite of You (Opposites Attract, #1) by Rachel Higginson
or Recommend a book with a 4.0 rating or higher.
TBR Getting Worked Up (Sapphire Falls, #2) by Erin Nicholas
5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-
Recommend a romance set on an island or somewhere you would love to visit
New The British Knight by Louise Bay
or Recommend a book with water on the cover.
TBR Kiss the Earl (Geek Girls, #3) by Gina Lamm
6. Colton is 26 years old-
Recommend a romance published in February or June of any year
New The Allure of Julian Lefray (The Allure, #1) by R.S. Grey
or Recommend a book with either 2 or 6 words in the title.
TBR Hallowed Ground (Flight & Glory, #4) by Rebecca Yarros
7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-
Recommend a stand-alone title
TBR Intimate Surrender by Laura Landon
or Recommend a book with a matchmaking in it.
New You Belong to Me (Cardinia's Royal Family, #2) by Johanna Lindsey
8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois-
Recommend a small-town romance
New Then There Was You (Angel Falls, #1) by Miranda Liasson
or a Recommend a book that is relatively short (under150 pages)
TBR Strung Up (Blacktop Cowboys, #7.5; 1001 Dark Nights #46) by Lorelei James


message 60: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Jo wrote: "This sounds like fun. I am in. Will add my lit in a bit."

Hi Jo,
This round is closed. Look out for the next sign up for this challenge on or about January 20th :)
I can add you to repicks if you want for this round. Someone will pick for you after the deadline for giving picks ends. Let me know if you would like to be included in repicks.


message 61: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Hazel wrote: "True.magic wrote: "Hi Hazel!

Here are your picks .. I hope you find something you like!"

Thanks so much. The picks look great!

Merry Christmas and happy holidays everyone.

Fran I’ve been rushin..."


No rush Hazel!! You have plenty of time :)

Happy Holidays!!


message 62: by Nancy H (new)

Nancy H | 1113 comments Hi Carina,
I have a house full of company right now but will get to your picks asap, although that probably won't be until the morning of the 26th.
Thanks for being patient with me!


message 63: by Rebecca (new)

Rebecca (bexsi) | 812 comments Hi , KathyD
I hope you like your picks! if you want to change anything just let me know.


1. Colton is a virgin-
TBR ~ After Care: A Romance for the Over 40 by L.B. Dunbar ... White on the cover
NEW ~ A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare ... A romance with a virginal character
After Care A Romance for the Over 40 by L.B. Dunbar A Night to Surrender (Spindle Cove, #1) by Tessa Dare

2. He's a former football star-
TBR ~ Shadow Highlander by Donna Grant ... Green on the cover
NEW ~ Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force ... A romance with a character who plays a sport
Shadow Highlander (Dark Sword, #5) by Donna Grant Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-
TBR ~ Hard to Serve by Laura Kaye ... Black on the cover
NEW ~ A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas ... A romantic paranormal romance
Hard to Serve (Blasphemy 0.5; Hard Ink #4.7; 1001 Dark Nights #43) by Laura Kaye A Court of Thorns and Roses (A Court of Thorns and Roses, #1) by Sarah J. Maas

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-
TBR ~ Hot Cop Laurelin Paige ... A book with 4.9 rating
NEW ~ Sweet Talk Susan Mallery ... A romance set in the food industry
Hot Cop by Laurelin Paige Sweet Talk (Bakery Sisters, #1) by Susan Mallery

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-
TBR ~ Everywhere and Every Way by Jennifer Probst ... A book with water on the cover
NEW ~ On the Island by Tracey Garvis Graves ... A romance set on an island
Everywhere and Every Way (Billionaire Builders, #1) by Jennifer Probst On the Island (On the Island, #1) by Tracey Garvis Graves

6. Colton is 26 years old-
TBR ~ Wicked Kiss by Rebecca Zanetti ... A book with 2 words in the title
NEW ~ The Rebel's Promise by Jane Godman ... A romance published in February 2013
Wicked Kiss (Realm Enforcers, #4) by Rebecca Zanetti The Rebel's Promise by Jane Godman

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-
TBR ~ One Last Time by Corinne Michaels ... A stand-alone book
NEW ~ Texas Bride by Joan Johnston ... A book with a mail-order bride
One Last Time by Corinne Michaels Texas Bride (Mail-Order Brides #1) by Joan Johnston

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois
TBR ~ Falling for Jillian by Kristen Proby ... A small-town romance
NEW ~ Legally Wed by N.M. Silber ... A short romance
Falling for Jillian (Love Under the Big Sky, #3) by Kristen Proby Legally Wed (Lawyers in Love, #3.5) by N.M. Silber


message 64: by Carrie (new)

Carrie  (icanhasbooks) | 990 comments Beth wrote: "Hi Carrie, sorry for the shelf mix up. I need to figure out how to show my shelf link (January will be my second go at this challenge.) Hope you like some of these picks.

1. Colton is a virgin
Vir..."



Thank you Beth for your picks, now to figure out which to read. :)


message 65: by Carrie (new)

Carrie  (icanhasbooks) | 990 comments Hi Suzanne, I'm working on your picks.


message 66: by Suzanne (new)

Suzanne (esmerelda1) | 2244 comments Hi Pam, I hope you like your picks!

1. Colton is a virgin:
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character or
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy – **NEW**
Recommend a book with white on the cover
Make Me Lose Control by Christie Ridgway

Dumplin' by Julie Murphy Make Me Lose Control (Cabin Fever, #2) by Christie Ridgway

2. He's a former football star:
Recommend a romance with a character who watches or plays a sport or
The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton - **NEW**
Recommend a book with green on the cover
A is for Alibi by Sue Grafton

The Perfect Play (Play by Play, #1) by Jaci Burton A is for Alibi (Kinsey Millhone, #1) by Sue Grafton

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper
Recommend a romantic suspense or paranormal romance book or
Naked in Death by J.D. Robb - **NEW**
Recommend a book with black on the cover
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Naked in Death (In Death #1) by J.D. Robb Twilight (Twilight, #1) by Stephenie Meyer

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.
Recommend a romance set in the food industry or
Meet Me at the Cupcake Café by Jenny Colgan - **NEW**
Recommend a book with a 4.0 rating or higher
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

Meet Me at the Cupcake Café (At the Cupcake Café, #1) by Jenny Colgan The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette
Recommend a romance set on an island or somewhere you would love to visit or
Surrender Bay by Denise Hunter
Recommend a book with water or sand or trees on the cover
Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor by Lisa Kleypas

Surrender Bay (Nantucket, #1) by Denise Hunter Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor (Friday Harbor, #1) by Lisa Kleypas

6. Colton is 26 years old
Recommend a romance published in February or June of any year or
The Warlord Wants Forever by Kresley Cole – Published Feb 2006 - **NEW**
Recommend a book with either 2 or 6 words in the title
Chasing Perfect by Susan Mallery

The Warlord Wants Forever (Immortals After Dark, #1) by Kresley Cole Chasing Perfect (Fool's Gold, #1) by Susan Mallery

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status
Recommend a stand-alone title or
The Queen of the Big Time by Adriana Trigiani
Recommend a book with a mail-order bride, or matchmaking or blind date event in it
Jemima J by Jane Green – Internet matchmaking site

The Queen of the Big Time by Adriana Trigiani Jemima J by Jane Green

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois
Recommend a small-town romance or
The Next Always by Nora Roberts
Recommend a book that is relatively short (under 150 pages)
One Red Rose by Julie Garwood

The Next Always (Inn BoonsBoro, #1) by Nora Roberts One Red Rose (Rose, #4) by Julie Garwood


message 67: by Pam from Ohio (new)

Pam from Ohio | 108 comments Suzanne wrote: "Hi Pam, I hope you like your picks!

1. Colton is a virgin:
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character or
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy – **NEW**
Recommen..."


Thank you for the awesome picks. 7 of the 8 new books you recommended I can get from my digital library. I guess my 2011
shelf will just have to sit there alittle while longer.Thank You so much.


message 68: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Great job everyone!!

I know it's holiday time and everyone is so busy. Reminders will go out tomorrow morning for the remaining participants who still need to give their picks. There is still a day and half left :)


message 69: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31755 comments Ab2y, I haven't forgotten about you! I haven't been on my computer in days and things are just starting to wind down now. The last of our guests should be leaving this evening and I will work on your picks then. Sorry for the wait!


message 70: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31755 comments Thank you so much for the picks Laura!! I see so many I want to read - I might not make it to January for one or two of them! 😊


message 71: by 〰️Beth〰️ (new)

〰️Beth〰️ (x1f4a0bethx1f4a0) | 286 comments Fran〰️
Thank you for the great picks! There are definitely some new ones I can’t wait to read.

Hope you, your family and all our Goodreads friends have a safe and happy holiday week🎉🍾🎊 And may we all find some quiet time to read 🎉📖🎉


message 72: by Hazel (new)

Hazel (x1f4d6hx1f4d6) | 2967 comments Hi Fran
Here are my selections for you. Hopefully you will find some new books that you like

1. Colton is a virgin-
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character or
Recommend a book with white on the cover.

New: The Royal Companion (The Companion #1) by Tanya Bird - innocent character
TBR: Avoiding Mr. Right (Walk on the Wild Side, #2; Best Friends, #1) by C.J. Ellisson - white on cover

2. He's a former football star-
Recommend a romance with a character who watches or plays a sport or
Recommend a book with green on the cover.

New: Wanted (Thief of Hearts Trilogy, #1) by D.L. Snow - green on cover - a short alternative version of Robin Hood
TBR: Ice Games (Games, #3) by Jessica Clare - MMA fighter turned figure skater

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-
Recommend a romantic suspense or paranormal romance book or
Recommend a book with black on the cover.

New: Dangerous Secrets (Callaghan Brothers, #1) by Abbie Zanders - romantic suspense series featuring the hot Callaghan brothers
TBR: Forbidden (Under the Skin, #2) by Charlotte Stein - black on cover

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-
Recommend a romance set in the food industry or
Recommend a book with a 4.0 rating or higher.

New: Violet (The Flower Trilogy, #1) by Lauren Royal - rating just over 4.0 great historical fiction series
TBR: Obsession (Endurance, #1) by Shayne McClendon greater than 4.0 rating

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-
Recommend a romance set on an island or somewhere you would love to visit or
Recommend a book with water or sand or trees on the cover.

New: The Island by Victoria Hislop meets both criteria - a lovely story about the island of Spinalonga (which I have visited) near The Greek Island of Crete
TBR: The Pool Boy by Penny Wylder - water on cover

6. Colton is 26 years old-
Recommend a romance published in February or June of any year or
Recommend a book with either 2 or 6 words in the title.

New: Easy Love (Boudreaux, #1) by Kristen Proby - I’ve just finished this book and enjoyed it
TBR: Finders Keepers by N.R. Walker

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-
Recommend a stand-alone title or
Recommend a book with a mail-order bride, or matchmaking or blind date event in it.

New: To Save a Sinner by Adele Clee - standalone historical romance
TBR: Robby Riverton Mail Order Bride by Eli Easton

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois-
Recommend a small-town romance or a
Recommend a book that is relatively short (under 150 pages)

New: Lost Rider (Coming Home, #1) by Harper Sloan - small town cowboy book
TBR: Melting Ice (SEALs On Fire #5) by Nicole Austin - short story with 58 pages

Let me know if you need any changes made.
H xx


message 73: by Carrie (last edited Dec 26, 2018 06:05PM) (new)

Carrie  (icanhasbooks) | 990 comments Hi Suzanne, so sorry about the wait, I hope one of these work for you.


1. Colton is a virgin-

TBR: The Sweetest Thing (Lucky Harbor, #2) by Jill Shalvis The Sweetest Thing white on the cover.
TBR: The Secret (Highlands' Lairds #1) by Julie Garwood The Secret virginal or innocent character

2. He's a former football star

TBR: Secret Daughter by Shilpi Somaya Gowda Secret Daughter Green on cover
New: Smart Tass (OHellNo, #1) by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff Smart Tass sports

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper-

TBR: Stolen A Letter to My Captor by Lucy Christopher Stolen: A Letter to My Captor black
New: Night Sins by Tami Hoag Night Sins RS and black cover

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.-

TBR: Alanna The First Adventure (Song of the Lioness, #1) by Tamora Pierce Alanna: The First Adventure over 4.0 rating
New: Delicious (The Marsdens, #1) by Sherry Thomas DeliciousFood industry

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette-

TBR: Entwined by Heather Dixon Wallwork Entwined trees
New: Seize the Fire by Laura Kinsale Seize the Fire island

6. Colton is 26 years old-

TBR: Poison Study (Study, #1) by Maria V. Snyder Poison Study 2 word title
New: Firstlife (Everlife, #1) by Gena Showalter Firstlife February

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status-

TBR: The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett The Secret Garden Standalne
New: Sixteen Brides by Stephanie Grace Whitson Sixteen Brides mail order bride

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois-

TBR: American Vampire, Vol. 1 by Scott Snyder American Vampire, Vol. 1 under 150 pages
New: Kiss Me That Way (Cottonbloom, #1) by Laura Trentham Kiss Me That Way small town


message 74: by Carina (last edited Dec 26, 2018 07:44PM) (new)

Carina | 238 comments Rebecca,

Here are my picks for you.

1. Colton is Virgin
TBR - Gingerbread Cookie Murder
New - Glazed Murder

2.He's a former football star
TBR - Size Matters
New - Binding Arbitration

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper
TBR - Sentinel
New - The Collector

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th and Grill
TBR - Kingdom of Ash
New - Rebel Spring

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from the Bachelorette
TBR - The Trip of a Lifetime
New - The Real Katie Lavender

6. Colton in 26 years old
TBR - Jamaica Inn
New - Thunder Heights

7. he is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status
TBR - The Perfect Man
New - The Villa Girls

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, IL
TBR - Sideswiped
New - One Night with You


message 75: by ☘KathyD☘ (new)

☘KathyD☘ | 4847 comments Hi Laura! Here are January picks. Happy New Year and Happy Reading!

Colton is a virgin
After You Left, Carol Mason — white on the cover (tbr)
Their Virgin Captive, Shayla Black & Lexi Blake — character is a virgin (new)

He’s a former football star
Lure of Oblivion, Suzanne Wright — green on the cover (tbr)
Challenge, Amy Daws — character is a football (soccer) player (new)

Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper
Incubus, Celia Aaron — tagged paranormal (tbr)
Pride Mates, Jennifer Ashley — black cover (new)

Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.
Ensnared, J.S. Scott — 4.0+ rating (tbr)
Down on Me, Julie Kenner — set in the food industry (new)

He went on “Bachelor in Paradise” after getting sent home from The Bachelorette
The Bite That Binds, Suzanne Wright — water and sand on the cover (tbr)
The Sapphire Affair, Lauren Blakely — set on an island (new)

Colton is 26 years old
Lover’s Rebirth, R.A. Steffan — two-word title (tbr)
Easy Love, Kristen Proby — published in February (new)

He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status
The Lucky Dress, Aimee Brown — stand-alone title (tbr)
Hitched: Volume One, Kendall Ryan — matchmaking type story (new)

Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois
The Letters, Lesley Jones — short book (tbr)
The Christmas Cowboy Hero, Donna Grant — set in a small town (new)

After You Left by Carol Mason Their Virgin Captive (Masters of Ménage, #1) by Shayla Black Lure of Oblivion (Mercury Pack, #3) by Suzanne Wright Challenge (Harris Brothers, #1) by Amy Daws Incubus by Celia Aaron Pride Mates (Shifters Unbound, #1) by Jennifer Ashley Ensnared (The Accidental Billionaires, #1) by J.S. Scott Down on Me (Man of the Month, #1) by J. Kenner
The Bite That Binds (Deep In Your Veins, #2) by Suzanne Wright The Sapphire Affair (Jewel, #1) by Lauren Blakely Lover's Rebirth (Circle of Blood #1) by R.A. Steffan Easy Love (Boudreaux, #1) by Kristen Proby The Lucky Dress by Aimee Brown Hitched Volume One (Imperfect Love, #1) by Kendall Ryan The Letters (Carnage, #3.5) by Lesley Jones The Christmas Cowboy Hero (Heart of Texas, #1) by Donna Grant


message 76: by Bror (Abrar) (new)

Bror (Abrar)  (ab2y) | 152 comments MountainKat wrote: "Ab2y, I haven't forgotten about you! I haven't been on my computer in days and things are just starting to wind down now. The last of our guests should be leaving this evening and I will work on yo..."

No problem take your time :)


message 77: by Rebecca (new)

Rebecca (bexsi) | 812 comments Carina wrote: "Rebecca,

Here are my picks for you.

1. Colton is Virgin
TBR - Gingerbread Cookie Murder
New - Glazed Murder

2.He's a former football star
TBR - [book:Size Matters|1..."


Thanks Carina


message 78: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Hazel wrote: "Hi Fran
Here are my selections for you. Hopefully you will find some new books that you like"


Thank you for the great picks Hazel!


Laura..devouring books like crumpets (lauzacookie) | 1331 comments ☘KathyD☘ wrote: "Hi Laura! Here are January picks. Happy New Year and Happy Reading!

Colton is a virgin
After You Left, Carol Mason — white on the cover (tbr)
Their Virgin Captive, ..."


Thanks Kathy... i always seem to a new book to fall in love with when u rec so look forward to checking to see if i have any new picks available to me xxxx


message 80: by Nancy H (last edited Dec 27, 2018 07:09AM) (new)

Nancy H | 1113 comments Hi Carina,
I am SO sorry this has taken so long! It has been quite the week, with a houseful of company - who now are passing around a stomach bug or norovirus! What a week! But here is your list, and I hope you find something you like. If not, please let me know, and I can do more picks for you.

1. Virginal - The Virgin Romance Novelist The Virgin Romance Novelist by Meghan Quinn (really good!)
White on cover - Simply Irresistible Simply Irresistible (Lucky Harbor, #1) by Jill Shalvis

2. Sports romance - Catching Jordan Catching Jordan by Miranda Kenneally (a different and good one!)
Green on cover - Don't Tempt Me Don't Tempt Me (Guthrie Brothers #1) by Lori Foster

3. Black dog - Romantic suspense - The Last Breath The Last Breath by Kimberly Belle
and Flirting With Danger Flirting With Danger (Samantha Jellicoe, #1) by Suzanne Enoch (Really good!)


4. Restaurant - Food - Nuts Nuts (Hudson Valley, #1) by Alice Clayton (REALLY good!) and Wine (wine is food, right?) - The Best Man The Best Man (Blue Heron, #1) by Kristan Higgins

Higher than 4.0 rating - Devil of the Highlands Devil of the Highlands (Devil of the Highlands, #1) by Lynsay Sands

5. Bachelor in Paradise - Somewhere I'd like to visit - The Little Café in Copenhagen The Little Café in Copenhagen (City Bakes, #1) by Julie Caplin (So good I read this one in one day!)
Water, sand on cover - Cottage by the Sea Cottage by the Sea by Debbie Macomber

6. 26-years-old - Published in February - The Husband She Can't Forget The Husband She Can't Forget by Patricia Forsythe
Book with 6 words in title: Paris Is Always a Good Idea Paris Is Always a Good Idea by Nicolas Barreau

7. Hoping to find wife - Stand-alone - All I Ever Wanted All I Ever Wanted by Kristan Higgins
Match-making/sort-of mail order bride - The Texan's Inherited Family The Texan's Inherited Family (Bachelor List Matches, #1) by Noelle Marchand

8. Small-town - Christmas in a Small Town Christmas in a Small Town by Kristina Knight
Short book - Backward Glance Backward Glance by Robyn Carr

I hope you enjoy your picks!


message 81: by Nancy H (new)

Nancy H | 1113 comments Amanda,
Thank you so much for my picks! I am eager to start them and there are so many good one to pick from. You did a great job!


message 82: by LaurLa (new)

LaurLa | 5097 comments For AmandaD!!! Hope you find something interesting for the new year!!


1. Colton is a virgin
🎆TBR: Impulse Control - Amanda Usen ~ white cover
🎆NEW: Vision in White - Nora Roberts ~ white on cover
Impulse Control (Men of the Zodiac, #1) by Amanda Usen Vision in White (Bride Quartet, #1) by Nora Roberts

2. He's a former football star
🎆TBR: The Hooker and the Hermit - L.H. Cosway ~ plays rugby
🎆NEW: Down and Out - Kelley R. Martin ~ MMA fighter
The Hooker and the Hermit (Rugby, #1) by L.H. Cosway Down and Out (Knockout Love #1) by Kelley R. Martin

3. Colton is obsessed with his black dog, Sniper
🎆TBR: Some Girls Bite - Chloe Neill ~ RS and PNR
🎆NEW: Sterling - Dannika Dark ~ PNR
Some Girls Bite (Chicagoland Vampires, #1) by Chloe Neill Sterling (Mageri, #1) by Dannika Dark

4. Colton used to own a restaurant called 4th & Goal Grill in Washington D.C.
🎆TBR: Buns - Alice Clayton ~ kind of in the food industry
🎆NEW: With a Twist - Dierdre Martin ~ food industry
Buns (Hudson Valley, #3) by Alice Clayton With a Twist (Wild Hart Saga, #1) by Deirdre Martin

5. He went on "Bachelor in Paradise" after getting sent home from The Bachelorette
🎆TBR: How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf - Molly Harper ~ I'd love to visit Alaska
🎆NEW: Maid for Love - Marie Force ~ set on an island
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #1) by Molly Harper Maid for Love (Gansett Island, #1) by Marie Force

6. Colton is 26 years old
🎆TBR: When a Scot Ties the Knot - Tessa Dare ~ 6 word title
🎆NEW: Lost and Found Sisters - Jill Shalvis ~ pubbed June 2017
When a Scot Ties the Knot (Castles Ever After, #3) by Tessa Dare Lost and Found Sisters (Wildstone, #1) by Jill Shalvis

7. He is hoping to find a wife, ending his single status
🎆TBR: The Genius and the Muse - Elizabeth Hunter ~ standalone
🎆NEW: Lucky 13: Matchmaking and Misunderstandings - Cat Gardiner ~ standalone and matchmaking!
The Genius and the Muse by Elizabeth Hunter Lucky 13 Matchmaking and Misunderstandings by Cat Gardiner

8. Colton was born in Indianapolis and grew up in the small town of Washington, Illinois
🎆TBR: Tripped Out - Lorelei James ~ relatively short
🎆NEW: One True Love - Lori Wilde ~ small town romance
Tripped Out (Blacktop Cowboys #8.5; 1001 Dark Nights #66) by Lorelei James One True Love (Cupid, Texas, #0.5) by Lori Wilde


message 83: by LaurLa (new)

LaurLa | 5097 comments Sapphire wrote: " LaurLa
I hope you find these enjoyable
1. Colton is a virgin-
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character
New Pretty Venom (Gray Springs University, #3) by Ella Fields
or Recommend a book with white on t..."


Thanks, Sapphire! I'm looking forward to trying something new!


message 84: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31755 comments OK Ab2y, here are your picks - finally! The new picks were kind of hard because you have so many books on your shelves! Several of the new books in my list are on your shelves, but you haven't tried the author yet. I hope you found some good ones for you!

1. Virgin:
TBR: In Bed with a Highlander by Maya Banks
NEW: Big Rock by Lauren Blakely

2. Football Star:
TBR: The Year We Hid Away by Sarina Bowen
NEW: Alex by Sawyer Bennett

3. Dog, Sniper:
TBR: Lover Unleashed by J.R. Ward
NEW: Magic Strikes by Ilona Andrews

4. 4th & Goal Grill Restaurant:
TBR: Untamed by Pamela Clare
NEW: Love in the Light by Laura Kaye

5. Paradise:
TBR: Secrets of a Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas
NEW: Stars of Fortune by Nora Roberts

6. 26:
TBR: Shredded by Tracy Wolff
NEW: Getting Schooled by Emma Chase

7. Wife Hunting:
TBR: Sweet Little Lies by Jill Shalvis
NEW: Texas Glory by Lorraine Heath

8. Small Town:
TBR: Fix You by Mari Carr
NEW: Exclusively Yours by Shannon Stacey

I hope it was worth the wait - Happy Reading!


message 85: by Amanda (new)

Amanda D. (tinyminx) | 634 comments LaurLa wrote: "For AmandaD!!! Hope you find something interesting for the new year!!


1. Colton is a virgin
🎆TBR: Impulse Control - Amanda Usen ~ white cover
🎆NEW: Vision in White ..."


Oh my gosh, I don't know how I'm going to choose! Thanks so much!


message 86: by Sonja (last edited Dec 27, 2018 10:21PM) (new)

Sonja (sonjac) | 1366 comments True.magic wrote: "Sonja wrote: "Hi true.magic!
I checked out your bookshelves and found the PIFM-to-read shelf so I went off that one, but let me know if any need repicking! Hope you find some goodies here! Apologi..."


Just fixed, True! I"m SO sorry for the mix-up! *facepalm* Hopefully I got it right this time and you find some goodies to read in January. I just revised the initial post - message 54. Happy reading and hope you've had a nice holiday!


message 87: by Bror (Abrar) (last edited Dec 28, 2018 02:07AM) (new)

Bror (Abrar)  (ab2y) | 152 comments MountainKat wrote: "OK Ab2y, here are your picks - finally! The new picks were kind of hard because you have so many books on your shelves! Several of the new books in my list are on your shelves, but you haven't trie..."

Thank you for the picks and sorry for my shelves hehe but i love everything you picked and i'll try to read as much as i can from them with all the challenges i'm in and my massive January tbr :)


message 88: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments It looks like everyone received their recommendations- great job!!

Now the hard part...waiting until January 1st to start reading :)

Happy New Year and Happy Reading!!


☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ | 2497 comments I totally forgot about sign ups. I'll have to make sure I keep an eye out for the next one. Happy reading everybody. I see some good ones that I may want to add to my tbr ir actually read them ☺


message 90: by Amanda (new)

Amanda D. (tinyminx) | 634 comments Hi LaurLa! I've finished my first pick and plan on reading more of your suggestions!

6. Colton is 26 years old
🎆TBR: When a Scot Ties the Knot - Tessa Dare ~ 6 word title - Finished 1/1: ★★★★★

I seriously loved this book. I mean, I read it in one sitting and did a fair share of crying. This is my first Tessa Dare book and I'm so glad you gave me the push to finally break into her series. Looking forward to reading more by her!


message 91: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Beth wrote: "Fran〰️
Thank you for the great picks! There are definitely some new ones I can’t wait to read.

Hope you, your family and all our Goodreads friends have a safe and happy holiday week🎉🍾🎊 And may we ..."


Happy New Year Beth!!
I hope you are enjoying your picks!


message 92: by Nancy H (new)

Nancy H | 1113 comments Hi AmandaD,
I just finished my first pick and it was excellent! Thank you. Now on to my next three!
Legal Ease Legal Ease (Sutton Capital, #1) by Lori Ryan


message 93: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12284 comments Hazel wrote: "Hi Fran
Here are my selections for you. Hopefully you will find some new books that you like"


Hi Hazel!

I read Melting Ice from your picks for me. It was just ok, but I'm happy to get if off my tbr :)
I hope to get to another of your picks this month!


message 94: by Pam from Ohio (new)

Pam from Ohio | 108 comments Suzanne wrote: "Hi Pam, I hope you like your picks!

1. Colton is a virgin:
Recommend a romance with a virginal or innocent character or
Dumplin' by Julie Murphy – **NEW**
Recommen..."

Hi Suzanne,

I just finished Meet Me at the Cupcake Café by Jenny Colgan 1/7

I really enjoyed it. It is tough starting a business from scratch.

On to the Dumplin'
Thanks again


message 95: by Noor (last edited Jan 08, 2019 01:28PM) (new)

Noor Arslan (coldprincess) | 90 comments Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "Sapphire Bells

We didn't have many books in common, so I tried to give you a variety of new picks, plus I found a couple things to put on my wishlist.

1. Colton is a virgin: This sounds fun and e..."

Finished 1/1
Hi Diane ~Firefly~ I just finished one of your picks for me
Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare
It was fun and I enjoyed it
My rating : 3.5 stars


message 96: by Diane ~Firefly~ (new)

Diane ~Firefly~ | 1512 comments Sapphire wrote: "Diane ~Firefly~ wrote: "Sapphire Bells

We didn't have many books in common, so I tried to give you a variety of new picks, plus I found a couple things to put on my wishlist.

1. Colton is a virgi..."


Glad you liked it Sapphire! I really thought the part where the author had crazy fans that were basically having conventions way back then was fun.


message 97: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31755 comments Hey PIFM fans! I am looking for hosts for the new year, if you are interested just send me a PM and we can chat!

It's lots of fun and you get to let your creative juices flow - you know you want to!


message 98: by Diane ~Firefly~ (new)

Diane ~Firefly~ | 1512 comments Mary-Megan - I read my first book and enjoyed it. Thanks for the rec!


Wrecking Ball (Hard to Love, #1) by P. Dangelico


message 99: by Rebecca (new)

Rebecca (bexsi) | 812 comments Carina
I have finally finished Kingdom of Ash Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass, #7) by Sarah J. Maas A great book but 3 stars as I zoned out for the last 1/4 of the book.


Laura..devouring books like crumpets (lauzacookie) | 1331 comments Hey Kathy!!!!

this month from your picks i managed
The Sapphire Affair (Jewel, #1) by Lauren Blakely Not really for me.. i didn't get the characters, thanks for the Rec tho xoxoxo

From my tbr that you selected.
After You Left by Carol Mason brilliant makes you think....
Lure of Oblivion (Mercury Pack, #3) by Suzanne Wright brilliant!

Sorry i diddnt get to much else.... had a bit of a reading slump mid month...


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