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TART Challenge2 - Still Loitering Layabouts - The Goid Edition (3)
⚣Michaelle⚣ wrote: "yeah, sorry. lol. I didn't want to start a book if I was going to be quarantined. it's negative, just got the results. I'll have mine done this afternoon, once I pick it."So pleased it was clear!! I would hate any of us to get the darn thing :(
Selection/Completion PostTask 13: Shannon rated 5 Stars
Capture & Surrender by L.A. Witt and Aleksandr Voinov
Page Count: 216
How it Qualifies: Read and Rated 5 Stars 10Aug13
Date Completed: 08Oc2020
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Review: YAY! I've been wanting Frank's book for a good while now...but woah. That had a lot more angst than I was expecting. (Seriously, it's been years already...I need to start reading other people's reviews.)
Still loving the premise, the characters and the writing, even if it's starting to get a little heavy on the feelz. Because it's hot like fire. I mean, I knew I was a Uniform!Whore, but I might have discovered another new kink. (Enlightening week I'm having!)
I somehow managed to skip this one so I guess that means a re-read of Payoff and If It Drives (both of which I liked, so no biggie) before reading the final book in the series.
[*book:Capture & Surrender|39920196]
Lisa wrote: "How it going Michaelle?"LOL, I fell asleep after finishing this one, so sorry! Also, I think you're psychic 'cause I was posting at the same time you asked.
(Whatever this is - thankfully not Covid - is kicking my butt. So. Tired.)
Doing completion post now for check in.
⚣Michaelle⚣ wrote: "Selection/Completion PostTask 13: Shannon rated 5 Stars
Capture & Surrender by L.A. Witt and [author:Aleksandr Voinov|307..."
No hurry, I'm not waiting for corrections yet - that is coming soon though. Please correct to the first edition Kindle page count. Thanks!
I'm glad the test was negative, though sorry you are still sick!
Here is Task 14:88. Read 6 books with a boat, plane, car or motorcycle on the cover, teams decide which.
You can use any edition's cover to qualify, but remember to use the first edition Kindle page count. Please include in your completion post the teams selection and your qualifying cover.
Task 14 - Selection PostMotorbike on cover
204 pages /GR
How it fits: motorbike on cover
As its the weekend, should be able to do 2 books.Does anybody have this to lend?
.Its not my usual type of book bit its intriguing. I cant get it from Amazon
Sorry - no, Lisa...Might take me some time to find a book for this one :) Will do some trawling soon :)
MountainKat wrote: "No hurry, I'm not waiting for corrections yet - that is coming soon though. Please correct to the first edition Kindle page count. Thanks!I'm glad the test was negative, though sorry you are still sick."
Done. LOL, I just used the first book listed because that's usually the first edition Kindle. Forgot that wasn't the case until recently-ish.
And thank you everyone for the well wishes. I had to skip the funeral/memorial for my SigO's brother today because most of the family is in that vulnerable demographic (elderly, immune compromised, etc.), and even though I got the results back in time to drive down to Tucson last night, I still didn't want to possibly make anyone else sick and make them susceptible to covid.
Damn, I'm
Selection PostTask 14: Motorcycle Cover
Easy Ryder by Deanna Wadsworth
Page Count: 247
How it Qualifies: See Cover
[*book:Easy Ryder|18249553]
Task 14: Motorcycle on the coverSelection
Fish Stick Fridays
Pages: 204
Qualifies: motorbike on the cover
[*book:Fish Stick Fridays|27866154]
Task 14 Selection PostMotorcycle on Cover
Joker by Ana Knight
Pages: 247
Qualification: Motocycle on Cover
[*book:Joker|52009120]
Task 14 Completion PostMotorcycle on Cover
Joker by Ana Knight
Pages: 247
Qualification: Motocycle on Cover
Read: 10/9/20
Rating: ★★★
I didn't read the first in the series so I missed some stuff. That said, I'm sure it wasn't all that deep so no big loss. We got some danger and suspense but mostly just an MC romance where the two aren't supposed to be together...blah, blah.
[*book:Joker|52009120]
Task 14 - Completion PostBook 1
Motorbike on cover
204 pages /GR
How it fits: motorbike on cover
Date read: 10/10/20
4 stars
A nice gay for you. Childhood friends who are parted when one moves away to college.
Following the break up of a 5 year relationship, Alex is back in Chicago with his friend Gavin.
After Alex falls into a bonfire and burns his bum, Gavin looks after him and questions as to whether he might be gay.
Task 14 - Selection PostBook 2
170 pages / GR
How it fits: motorbike on cover
I will finish my book until sometime tomorrow... We are travelling home, but I'm in the car with my husband so can't listen to a lot of audio. (Esp not MM 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣)
Jane (PS) wrote: "I will finish my book until sometime tomorrow... We are travelling home, but I'm in the car with my husband so can't listen to a lot of audio. (Esp not MM 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣)"LOL. That time I forgot I'd sync'd the car bluetooth to my phone...while listening that opening scene to His Boy.
Jane (PS) wrote: "I will finish my book until sometime tomorrow... We are travelling home, but I'm in the car with my husband so can't listen to a lot of audio. (Esp not MM 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣)"I'm not gonna get mine done for about 12 hours. I not only stayed up late to watch a concert, but I re-watched 2x more and now I need to sleeeeeeeep!
Task 14 Completion Post Book 2Motorcycle on Cover
Tricking Chase by Jessie G
Pages: 290
Qualification: Motorcycle on Cover
Read: 10/10/20
Rating: ★★★★
This was really good. I wish I'd read it closer to The Protector so I could just continue the story instead of trying to remember. Memory...not my biggest asset. Anyways, I adored their relationship. Like crazy adored. Not super warm and fuzzy but genuine. There was a lot going on and a lot of people involved in this one so definitely not a standalone. Lots of intrigue, lots of questions but underneath it all was just Ty and Chase. Great read.
[*book:Tricking Chase|25336110]
Whoops, forgot to post my selection post!!
Task 14 - Completion PostBook 2
170 pages / GR
How it fits: motorbike on cover
Date read: 10/10/20
4 stars
Although this is a different couple to book 1, they are friends and so we get some Alex and Gavin cameos.
This book centers o Phillip and Ash. Again childhood best friends who lose touch and then reconnect when Ash moves back to Chicago. Another nice GFY story.
I am actually going to read a physical book now for PtP. I havent read an actual book since the beginning of 2013.
Yes - that car sync can be a trap!!! 🤣OMG - not sure the last time I read a paperback!!
Task 14: Motorcycle on the coverCOMPLETION
Fish Stick Fridays
Pages: 204
Qualifies: motorbike on the cover
Read: 11 October
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
Its been a while since I read this story and I can't remember what I rated it, but my memory says the 3 star mark. Well, I enjoyed it more this time for sure. Whilst it has Ford's signature violence, it doesn't dominate with most of it off page or in memories. The MCs are super sweet with each other and it does feel like that have found their other half. And Zig is great - she really lifts the story and lightens some of the drama :)
Narrated by Spencer Goss - solid 4 star performance. I'm not sure why I don't hear more books read by him...
[*book:Fish Stick Fridays|27866154]
Task 14: (88) Read 6 books with a boat, plane, car or motorcycle on the cover, teams decide which.Motorcycle
1. Shannon - Joker - msg 367
2. Lisa - A Diamond in the Mud - msg 368
3. Shannon - Tricking Chase - msg 373
4. Lisa - A Prince in Muddy Armor - msg 375
5. Jane - Fish Stick Fridays - msg 378
6. Michaelle - Easy Ryder - msg outstanding :)
Hi Michaelle - just about to shut down my computer, so will leave you to post in the Q&A thread when you are finished :)
Completion PostTask 14: Motorcycle Cover
Easy Ryder by Deanna Wadsworth
Page Count: 247
How it Qualifies: See Cover
Date Completed: 11Oct2020
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Review: Okay, first off, I was 7 in 1976 and shelving this as historical was painful. Of course, that's my reaction every time it happens. (Looking at you Pinx series.)
Anywho, I liked this coming of age story, especially as it was a hitchhiking protagonist trying to get West to begin a different life. (Did the same, boo...only I missed out on the sexual adventure as all my rides were like dads who only let me leave with another trucker after first checking him, his cab and his log book out. Weird, right?) But there was something about the writing that didn't connect with me. I didn't mind the almost pornworthy sex - it felt apropos of the journey and time period - just how it was written I guess? This isn't first time I've had a writing-disconnect with the author, so maybe she's just not my jam? It happens. 3rd strike though so I'm prolly not going to try again.
[*book:Easy Ryder|18249553]
Sorry for slacking this week, guys...between being sick and then staying up til asscrack o'clock to watch BTS concert 2 nights in a row, I've gotten little done.
⚣Michaelle⚣ wrote: "Sorry for slacking this week, guys...between being sick and then staying up til asscrack o'clock to watch BTS concert 2 nights in a row, I've gotten little done."Dont worry Michelle. Hope you are feeling better.
I love the Pinx Series.I was in high school in 76.
Do we want to relook at #84 . That was based on Septs cats.I like 1 or 9
Lisa wrote: "I hate the wait for the new category."I do too! Of course, I still wait to pick until my other challenges post their prompts...
1 or 9 works for me. I can choose from either.
I keep checking and checking then I'll start to do something else and forget to check until tonight. I'm trying not to do that this time!
Maybe shes forgotten. The call is late tonight. I like to try to read for an hour or so before bed
Lisa wrote: "Do we want to relook at #84 . That was based on Septs cats.I like 1 or 9"
As long as it's not #3 I'm good...I'll go with the majority.
Here is Task 15:35. Read 6 books first published between 2011 and 2020.
For this task, use the initial publication date. If there is one listed on the editions page, use that, otherwise I will be looking for the earliest dated English language edition. Please include the initial publication date in your completion post.
Selection PostTask 15: Published between 2011 & 2020
His Reformed Omega by L.C. Davis
Page Count: 186
How it Qualifies: Published April 9th 2017
[*book:His Reformed Omega|34833596]
Well, I gotta read it for PtP and wasn't in the mood to start it, so this helps.
Task 15Originally published 2011 to 2020.
Smash & Grab
179 pages / GR
Originally published: 17th July 2020
[*book:Smash & Grab|54500501]
Task 15 Selection PostPublished 2011-2020
Poetry in Motion by Samantha Wayland
Pages: 303
Qualification: Published 2019
[*book:Poetry in Motion|50919286]
⚣Michaelle⚣ wrote: "Well, I gotta read it for PtP and wasn't in the mood to start it, so this helps."Same Michaelle. Haven't even loaded it onto my kindle. Guess I better do that!
Task 15 - (35) Read 6 books first published between 2011 and 2020.COMPLETION
At the Corner of Rock Bottom & Nowhere
Pages: 194
Qualifies: First published 24 February 2017 (Kindle)
Read: 11 Oct 2020
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
I rated this 3 stars originally and the reasons remain valid: an MC (Adrian) who doesn't truly believe in himself despite his protestations to others and himself, however it didn't bother me as much as on the first reading. I won't change the GR ratings because those observations remain valid :)
Still enjoyed it though - and the narration. Crisden did an excellent job.
[*book:At the Corner of Rock Bottom & Nowhere|34394674]
Task 15 - (35) Read 6 books first published between 2011 and 2020.Selection - book 2
Guarding His Melody
Pages: 200
Qualifies: First published 28 Sep 2018 (Kindle)
[*book:Guarding His Melody|40963990]
Task 15 Completion PostPublished 2011-2020
Poetry in Motion by Samantha Wayland
Pages: 303
Qualification: Published 2019
Read: 10/12/20
Rating: ★★★★
Really, really enjoyed this book and all it's characters. Barnaby Birtwistle...what a name. Anyways, Barnaby and Travis were the cutest. Loved how shy, teacher Barnaby was quite the dirty, badass in the bedroom. Hot! Loved the poetry in the book, loved the hockey and loved Jack and Grady. Hoping they have a book I can read. Not all sweet and sappy but dealing with their real life issues. Excellent read.
[*book:Poetry in Motion|50919286]
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Read a book Jane rated 5 stars
The Missing Butterfly by Megan Derr
Pages: 172
Qualification: Jane Rated 5 Stars
Re..."
I find the same! I rarely change my rating through from the first time unless it truly is well below the mark :)