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Karen (xkamx) | 101 comments Just spent the last month with one of my favorite families. In betwixt and in between other reads, I revisited the two series about two generations of the Collins family . These series are two of my favorite go-tos...

Mari Carr's Wild Irish and (second gen) Wilder Irish.

The first, Wild Irish, comprises eight books about widowed patriarch Patrick Collins' seven children finding and fighting for the loves of their lives. The eighth book tells the story of Pat's (Pop) love affair with their mother.
** Come Monday (Wild Irish #1) by Mari Carr ** Ruby Tuesday (Wild Irish #2) by Mari Carr ** Waiting for Wednesday (Wild Irish #3) by Mari Carr ** Sweet Thursday (Wild Irish #4) by Mari Carr **
** Friday I'm in Love (Wild Irish #5) by Mari Carr ** Saturday Night Special (Wild Irish #6) by Mari Carr ** Any Given Sunday (Wild Irish, #7) by Mari Carr ** Wild Irish Christmas (Wild Irish #8) by Mari Carr **

The second, Wilder Irish, comprises 13 stores about Patrick's (PopPop) 12 grandchildren finding their true loves. The 13th is a second story about namesake Padraig (Paddy).
** Wild Passion (Wilder Irish, #1) by Mari Carr ** Wild Desire (Wilder Irish, #2) by Mari Carr ** Wild Devotion (Wilder Irish, #3) by Mari Carr ** Wild at Heart (Wilder Irish, #4) by Mari Carr ** Wild Temptation (Wilder Irish #5) by Mari Carr **
** Wild Kisses (Wilder Irish, #6) by Mari Carr ** Wild Fire (Wilder Irish, #7) by Mari Carr ** Wild Spirit (Wilder Irish, #8) by Mari Carr ** Wild Side (Wilder Irish, #9) by Mari Carr ** Wild Night (Wilder Irish #10) by Mari Carr **
** Wild Embrace by Mari Carr ** Wild Dreams (Wilder Irish, #12) by Mari Carr ** Wild Chance by Mari Carr **

Patrick and Sunday Collins came to the US (Baltimore, MD) from Ireland and opened an Irish bar (Pat's Pub) and connected restaurant (Sunday's Side). They raised their seven children in the apartment space above the bar. The first book of Wild Irish takes place around 9-10 years after Sunday's death. These stories (seem to) take place one after another in time over the course of a few years.

Wilder Irish takes place 33-35 years later (the oldest grandchild is now 33). These stories take place in and around one another as PopPop's grandchildren move in and out of the family apartment, now referred to as the "Collins Dorm," covering 3-5 years in time. That is, events of one story are referenced or appear from other characters' points of view in subsequent stories. However, all can be read as standalone stories.

There are a couple of what I call "b" books, stories that take place in the Collins' Bar and feature friends of the family. I didn't reread those (yet???!).

If you're looking for something good, you can't go wrong here. You'll smile, laugh, and cry (and maybe even get a bit hot and bothered...). The stories never lack in love. So good!


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Karen (xkamx) | 101 comments Off topic, but does anyone know why GR keeps logging me out? It just started happening this week. Usually I'm logged in (for multiple tabs) until I either log out or close the entire browser session(s) -- regardless of my activity level.

This past week, I get logged out seemingly from inactivity and it's annoying. I find I'm logging in every time I access the site whether I leave a page open or link to GR from an e-mail.

Anyone else having the issue?

And, yes, I have check the box saying to stay logged in.


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Christine Hatfield  (christinesbookshelves) | 741 comments I’m reading Mount Mercy by Helena Newbury Mount Mercy by Helena Newbury


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments At one week prior to publication, I can now post my 4 star review of Set on You Set on You by Amy Lea by Amy Lea. This is a contemporary romantic comedy.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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Karen (xkamx) | 101 comments HER NIGHT IN SHINING ARMANI by Lisa Wells
Read Her Night In Shining Armani by Lisa Wells today. It's the first book in her The Manhattan Knitters’ Club series.

While it's a typical story, it is so funny and sweet and the characters are great. I can't wait for follow-up stories featuring the other club members.


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Jen - Reviews | 6 comments I'm reading Homecoming, the Fireman's Redemption by Jennifer Jansen.
Loving this second chance romance. It's different to the usual second chances as the two MCs are already married.
Highly recommended for lovers of good romance books! Homecoming: the Fireman's Redemption


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Karen (xkamx) | 101 comments Cake by the Ocean by Cambria Hebert
Just finished the short Cake by the Ocean by Cambria Hebert

So enjoyed it! If you're looking for a story to fill 10-20 minutes, give it a look.

My Review


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments My 4 star review of an action-filled crime thriller in a historical western setting: Devil's Ride West Devil's Ride West by David Nix by David Nix

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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Christine Hatfield  (christinesbookshelves) | 741 comments I’m reading Need to Know by Karen Cleveland Need to Know by Karen Cleveland


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments I finished The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle The Wedding Dress Sewing Circle by Jennifer Ryan by Jennifer Ryan. I was shocked at how much I enjoyed this one. The excellent characterization made this book special.

My 5 star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments I finished a romantic comedy: Fake It Till You Bake It Fake It Till You Bake It by Jamie Wesley by Jamie Wesley.

My 4 star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments Here is my 4 star review of The Handler The Handler by M.P. Woodward by M.P. Woodward. This was a suspenseful spy thriller that was fast-paced, intense, and action-oriented.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments I finished a historical romance: Up All Night with a Good Duke Up All Night with a Good Duke (The Byronic Book Club, #1) by Amy Rose Bennett by Amy Rose Bennett.

My 3.5 star rounded to 4 stars review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments It's a few days before publication day so I can post my 4 star review of Cold Fear Cold Fear (Finn Thrillers, #2) by Brandon Webb by Brandon Webb and John David Mann.

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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments I enjoyed this cozy mystery: Bayou Book Thief Bayou Book Thief (Vintage Cookbook Mystery #1) by Ellen Byron by Ellen Byron. Diverse characterization, great world-building details, and the internal dialogues deepened the conflict and pulled this reader into the inner world of the characters.

My 4 star review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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Christine Hatfield  (christinesbookshelves) | 741 comments I’m reading Penelope by Bernadette Marie Penelope (The Three Mrs. Monroes #2) by Bernadette Marie


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments My 3 star review of Cowboy Wolf Outlaw Cowboy Wolf Outlaw (Seven Range Shifters, #6) by Kait Ballenger by Kait Ballenger:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Entertaining. However, it was short on the suspense that is usually in this series.


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments Now that we're near the publication date, I can post my 4 star review of Trouble with the Cursed Trouble with the Cursed (The Hollows, #16) by Kim Harrison by Kim Harrison. Kim Harrison’s creativity and great world-building stand out in this urban fantasy. The plot is twisty and absorbing with exciting scenes and an antagonist’s personality that is hauntingly memorable.

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


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Christine Hatfield  (christinesbookshelves) | 741 comments I’m reading Heinous by Debra Webb Heinous (Faces of Evil, #9) by Debra Webb


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PamG (lynguy1) | 1147 comments My 4 star review of Hatchet Island Hatchet Island (Mike Bowditch, #13) by Paul Doiron by Paul Doiron:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

This riveting crime thriller and police investigation keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. The setting is mainly on four islands off the coast of Maine as well as the sea kayak trip to get there.


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Christine Hatfield  (christinesbookshelves) | 741 comments I’m reading See Him Die by Debra Webb See Him Die by Debra Webb


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Ramla Zareen Ahmad | 1053 comments Mod
Christine wrote: "I’m reading See Him Die by Debra Webb See Him Die by Debra Webb"

How did you like it? I've been reading a lot of Romantic Suspense lately—though I haven't read anything by this author yet—and this caught my attention just now. Was it as interesting as it seems?

Also, it would be great if anyone could recommend me a good book/author in this genre. Here are some I've already read:

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Thank you :-)


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