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TART Challenge2 - Chase the Rainbow (2)
Selection Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 1
Buzz by E. Davies
302 Pages
How it qualifies: Published 11/24/15
Selection Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 2
Honeythorn by Marina Vivancos
307 Pages
How it qualifies: Published 3/31/19
For some reason I didn’t request that one and now I’m regretting it! I’ll be looking forward to your review
Amanda, there might still be UK codes available - if you still have the request email, click the link and it will say at the top of the form if there are any left.
TASK 22 SELECTION POST bk 3Alien Christmas by Max Walker
154 pgs first published & kindle edition
Published 30th November 2015
Ive picked a 3rd book out ..so 1 more needed
@Trio I checked and there aren’t any, I think there were only 5 or 10 UK codes (can’t remember which). I can do a 3rd book. I’ve finished my first book will have the second done some time today and can do a third by tomorrow morning!
Ive changed my book 2 ..said on my tablet it had 332pgs , so picked a shorter.one
sorry for the lack of communication guys - I've been out all day, but listening to my book!posting now
uh-oh, I just clicked the link in my post and it had "originally published in August 2009 in grey next to the 1st Kindle Edition. I think it's too risky (argh, wasted time on that today), but I'll find something short that I can listen to tonight. Dang!Boy Midflight
Selection Post- Task 22#102. Read 8 book published in odd months and odd years.
The Coincidence by Felice Stevens
Length: 225 pages
How it Qualifies: Published 03/19/2019 1st Kindle Edition / GR
Rating:
Review:
I've finished both of mine but am being lazy with reviews so will just post all when I finish my third. Now I just have to pick a third...lol
thanks for picking up the slack for me...again!!! I appreciate it xo
Selection Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 3
Tanner by Shaw Montgomery
206 Pages
How it qualifies: Published Sept. 6, 2019
Completion Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 1
Buzz by E. Davies
302 Pages
How it qualifies: Published 11/24/15
Completed: 10/28/2020
Rating: 3 Stars
Review: Not the best I’ve read by Davies, but still a sweet and extremely low angst read. It’s good if you need a fluffy story, and I really enjoyed the family dynamics and all the information about bees. I do wish we would’ve have gotten some sort of confrontation with the ex (I kept feeling like one was coming then it was sort of dropped), and I often felt like something was missing (not sure what though since it’s definitely a complete story). Overall a good, but not really overwhelmingly so, story fabulously narrated by Michael Dean, that makes me want to pick up the rest of the series
Completion Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 2
Honeythorn by Marina Vivancos
307 Pages
How it qualifies: Published 3/31/19
Completed: 10/28/2020
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: I got serious beauty and the beast vibes from this book and I was feeling it! I started this book intending to read one chapter before bed and before I knew it I was 75% done and had to stop only because I couldn’t keep my eyes open any longer. The first half made me hurt for Milan and want to hurt Raphael and I couldn’t rest easy until I knew they were gonna be okay. The second half was a beautiful slow burn into love that had me giddy and full of so many feelings. There was some really interesting alpha/omega dynamics and worldbuilding that added an extra layer to this already incredible story. There was a little OTT drama at the end, so if that’s not for you take heed, but for me I ate it up and lived for the brief tension before it was resolved and we got a satisfying HEA
Completion Post Task 22 (Odd Month and Year)-Book 3
Tanner by Shaw Montgomery
206 Pages
How it qualifies: Published Sept. 6, 2019
Completed: 10/29/2020
Rating: 3 Stars
Review: I completely forgot that Shaw Montgomery and MA Innes were the same person when I started this one, and I already knew that Innes doesn’t really work for me stylistic wise so I should’ve known the writing wouldn’t be completely what I like. That being said, I did enjoy this a little more than other works by the same author as it didn’t seem quite so sugary sweet while being largely educational as others I’ve read. There was a little more grittiness and I was intrigued by the world enough that I will probably continue the series, but it won’t be at the front of the list.
TASK 22 COMPLETION POST..pub odd month/year..bk 1Find a Man, Don't Settle Down by Alina Popescu
181 pgs
Published May 2019
Finished 27th october
4 stars
This was so covuluted at first, A went out with B , B cheated , A went out with C , C cheated then A found out B &C were best friends .
C now going out with D, D friends with B but no one knows, D's ex E is the boss of C
I know what you're all saying as i thought the same 😄😄😄
tbh once id got my head around it (half way ) it did get better
TASK 22 COMPLETION POST
Thief of Hearts: Tempted in Thailand by E.M. Lynley
201 pgs kindle edition
Published 19th January 2011
( Better known as Rarer Than Rubies )
finished 28th oct
3 75 stars
I thought this was going to be a bit like Indiana Jones ...it was not ..How could someone fall in love with a person he had only met a week before that had stole from him , stalked him, duped him , got him kidnapped and left him stranded in the middle of nowhere in Thailand ..well Trent did !!!....all was forgiven a bit to quickly for my liking ..i have read that the 2nd book is better so may give another go
TASK 22 COMPLETION POST bk 3
Alien Christmas by Max Walker
154 pgs first published & kindle edition
Published 30th November 2015
finished 28th october
3 stars
Short , fun, silly read ..which tbh a.lot of Max Walkers are similar to that
Completion Post- Task 22#102. Read 8 book published in odd months and odd years.
A Royal Christmas Cruise by Max WalkerPages:201
How it qualifies: published November 23rd 2019
Read: 28th October
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3.5)
Review:
A really cute read! A Spanish prince who is tired of hiding his true self, finding his love on a Christmas cruise. It's funny and hot! ;) Maybe a bit too fluffy and easy going to be really believable but I enjoyed it. The audio, narrated by Greg Boudreaux was well done.
Completion Post- Task 22#102. Read 8 book published in odd months and odd years.
The Coincidence by Felice Stevens
Length: 225 pages
How it Qualifies: Published 03/19/2019 1st Kindle Edition / GR
Read: 10/28/2020
Rating: 4 Stars
Review:
Coincidence vs. fate...
Sweet and romantic, just a smidge corny, and very nicely written, I enjoyed Felice Stevens' The Coincidence. I like the way Stevens weaves the story, and the second 'coincidence' gave me chills (I actually didn't see it coming).
Performed by Kale Williams, I can listen to his gorgeous voice all day long, and hearing him speak as a 90+ year old auntie, as well as the mom's Brooklynese, had me chuckling.
Mr. Williams' warm, sensual voice adds so much to these open and honest characters. It's easy to picture them thanks to Felice Stevens' wonderfully descriptive writing. Her stories translate so well to audiobooks, I highly recommend them!
Team Completion Post - Task 22#102. Read 8 book published in odd months and odd years.
Trio - https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
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Here is Task 23:79. Read 6 books that have the same romance trope, teams decide which trope.
As a team select a romance trope and then read 6 books that use that trope. Remember to let me know how you know the book qualifies - from precis, title, tags, whatever, but I need to know where to look to confirm your books. Please include your selected trope and any necessary information or links in your completion posts.
We decided on fake boyfriends/husbands
Doesnt have to be from this list though ..
Or this shelf
more fake boyfriends/husbands
If you all haven’t read Liars yet it was so good! I also have a shelf for this if anyone needs more ideas Fake Relationship Shelf
TASK 23 SELECTION POST bk 1Inside Affair by Inside Affair
239 pgs kindle.edition
# 6 on list https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...
TASK 23 SELECTION POST bk 2
Love Happens Anyway by R.J. Scott
154 pgs kindle edition
Qualifies ..in blurb
.....Hiring a boyfriend for Christmas; what can go wrong?
Derek is facing yet another Christmas where his life feels out of control. He has a new career that doesn’t feel like his, and parents who would just love to see him settled down. All he needs is a temporary buffer for the parties he has to attend, and for his parents to leave him alone. Enter, Luke.....
Ive just come across that shelf ..😄😄
Selection Post Task 23 (Same Trope--Fake Boyfriend) Book 1
Screwed by K.M. Neuhold
205 Pages
How it qualifies: Tagged "Fake-Relationship" 16 times on 1st page of tags
Unwritten Law by Eden Finley
220 Pages
How it qualifies: Tagged "Fake-Boyfriend" by 3 people on 1st page of tags
Task 23 Selection Post - Fake Boyfriends79. Read 6 books that have the same romance trope, teams decide which trope.
How Not to Blend Susan Hawke
Length: 276 pages
How it Qualifies: from precis: Equals a pair of fake-boyfriends who will keep you in stitches.
Completed:
Rating:
Review:
Finished my first book, but going to be changing my second one as I want to read not listen to audio right now. I feel like I'm the one that suggested this trope and cannot find anything that sounds good to me right now lol
Selection Post Task 23 (Same Trope--Fake Boyfriend) Book 2
Making the Naughty List by Daryl Banner
167 Pages
How it qualifies: in precis: "Includes: Steamy situations, a "fake boyfriend" dilemma, tiptoeing around an uptight family, soul searching, and an unexpected touch of holiday magic."
Selection Post - Task 23#79. Read 6 books that have the same romance trope, teams decide which trope.
=> fake boyfriend
Love Happens Anyway by R.J. ScottPages: 154
How it qualifies: shelved "fake boyfriend" by 5 people
Completion Post Task 23 (Same Trope--Fake Boyfriend) Book 1
Screwed by K.M. Neuhold
205 Pages
How it qualifies: Tagged "Fake-Relationship" 16 times on 1st page of tags
Completed: 10/28/2020
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: I've been waiting for Ollie's story, and when it was combined with a story for Daniel, I just knew I would enjoy it that much more. These two couldn't be more opposite, yet they worked together so seamlessly. The only reason I couldn't give this one a full five stars is I hated the way it painted the previous bears, they became complete jerks and that's not the men I read about before.
Completion Post Task 23 (Same Trope--Fake Boyfriend) Book 2
Making the Naughty List by Daryl Banner
167 Pages
How it qualifies: in precis: "Includes: Steamy situations, a "fake boyfriend" dilemma, tiptoeing around an uptight family, soul searching, and an unexpected touch of holiday magic."
Completed: 10/29/2020
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Review: There's something about christmas stories that just allow for suspension of all disbelief and magic to be found. This was short and sweet and just what I want from a Christmas read.
We've only got about amother 10 days till the challenge finishes ☹☹..what am i going to do with out someone helping me choose my books 😱😱
I feel the same, Janine. I'm going to miss this team and challenge! 😒
Oh no! I did not know that. Well that’s sad 😭
Task 23 Completion Post - Fake Boyfriends79. Read 6 books that have the same romance trope, teams decide which trope.
How Not to Blend Susan Hawke
Length: 276 pages
How it Qualifies: from precis: Equals a pair of fake-boyfriends who will keep you in stitches.
Completed: 10/29/2020
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
I've listened to this series completely out of order, and that turned out to be a good thing. There's a lot going on in the background in How Not to Blend and I'm glad I know where Ms. Hawke was headed.
Audio by Michael Pauley who does a spectacular job with the variety in this cast. From teens to old ladies and everyone in between, bravo!
Janeylou wrote: "We've only got about amother 10 days till the challenge finishes ☹☹..what am i going to do with out someone helping me choose my books 😱😱"I know, I love chatting with you ladies and I'm going to miss it!
Completion Post - Task 23#79. Read 6 books that have the same romance trope, teams decide which trope.
=> fake boyfriend
Love Happens Anyway by R.J. ScottPages: 154
How it qualifies: shelved "fake boyfriend" by 5 people
Read: 30th October
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.5)
Review:
Ah, I just love this Christmas story! :)
Its sweet and easy to read/listen to. Luke, the firefighter is absolutely loveable right from the start and Derek is growing on you over the course of the story.
Ive just finished 2nd book..will post when i finish work
TASK 23 COMPLETION POST bk 1Inside Affair by Inside Affair
239 pgs kindle.edition
# 6 on list https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...
finished 29th october
3.75 stars
Not the best Ella Frank book ive read ( although it probably doesnt help that i compare them all to the 'Temptation ' series ) .
I didnt connect with either of the MCs, not teally told much about them either, but i will need to read the next book as ended on a bit of a cliffhange
TASK 23 COMPLETION POST bk 2
Love Happens Anyway by R.J. Scott
154 pgs kindle edition
Qualifies ..in blurb
.....Hiring a boyfriend for Christmas; what can go wrong?
Derek is facing yet another Christmas where his life feels out of control. He has a new career that doesn’t feel like his, and parents who would just love to see him settled down. All he needs is a temporary buffer for the parties he has to attend, and for his parents to leave him alone. Enter, Luke.....
finished 30 th october
4.25 stars
this was so sweet , Derek did come across as a bit of an ass at first, but you couldnt help but fall fo him as the book progressed...and that cover is soooo cute
one of my all time favorites too Caipi!
Trio, sorry to stalk you. I need your PTP week 8 book choice before the call tonight. Thanks
oh my gosh Lisa I'm so sorry!!! I'll do it now.
Trio wrote: "oh my gosh Lisa I'm so sorry!!! I'll do it now."Thank you
Here is Task 24:65. Each player reads 2 books in a series, teammates can read the same or different series.
Each teammate selects a series listed on GR and reads 2 books in that series. You can all read the same or different series. Make sure that both books show they are in the same series.
TASK 24 SELECTION POST bk 1It's Murder on the Catwalk by Alina Popescu
190 pgs kindle.edition
Bk 2 in series
OWL Investigations Mysteries
TASK 24 SELECTION POST bk 2
Leave Me, Baby, One More Time by Alina Popescu
184 pgs kindle edition
Bk 3 in series
OWL Investigations Mysteries
This is PERFECT for me as I have to reread two books before an arc this weekend. Hallelujah! lol
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I adored his Borealis Investigations series, but a large part of that could have been Charlie David's narration *so sexy*, god I love his voice.