2021 August Pick-It-For-Me Challenge

[☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎]

HI Mony, here are you picks for August. Hope you find something good to read.

1. Contemporary Romance
TBR - Lovebug
New - Piece of Work

2. Paranormal/UF Romance
TBR - First Grave on the Right
New - Midnight Kisses

3. Erotic Romance
TBR - Off the Clock
New - Friends with Full Benefits

4. Historical Romance
TBR - The Legend of Lyon Redmond
New - The Rogue's Wager

5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
TBR - One Summer in Paris
New - In a Holidaze

6. Humorous Romance
TBR - I Bite She Sucks
New - The Bromance Book Club

7. Romantic Suspense
TBR - A Good Day for Chardonnay
New - Radiance

8. Most Anticipated Romance
TBR - Travis
New - Virgin River (new to you author)

Happy reading!

[☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎]

Hinal wrote: "☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "Hinal wrote: "Hi Carmen!
Here are the books that I've picked for you for August. I hope you'll enjoy them and have great reading month!

1. Contempora..."

You're very welcome :-)

[Sonja]

Hi Romanticbookworm!
I enjoy picking for you though my TBR list suffers! Had a harder time than normal, mostly because I was trying to spread my picks out from your huge TBR list, but it might just be the late hour here! Hope you find a few good ones here!
1. Contemporary Romance
TBR: Not My Romeo (Contemporary)
NEW: Well Met (Cartoon cover) Light and funny, I enjoyed the chemistry and the background glimpse of a Ren-Faire. Can't wait for the third book in the series!


2. Paranormal/UF Romance
TBR: The Guardian (PNR/UF romance)
NEW: The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires (PN) Not what I expected, but fascinating and eerily realistic!


3. Erotic Romance
TBR: Haven (Erotica)
TBR: Dirty (erotica) Surprised how much I enjoyed this one, especially with its dark topics and messed up characters.


4. Historical Romance
TBR: The Winter Guest (historical) And definitely on my TBR now too!
NEW: The Perils of Pleasure (historical) I really enjoyed most of this series and personally like these dueling families better than the Bridgertons!


5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
TBR: Dragon Rise (sci-fi romance)
NEW: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (number on cover) Okay so I cheated, this one was already on your TBR, but I really wanted to add it. I listened to this one and I own it on Audible if you want me to loan it to you! Fascinating story about old and new (fictional) Hollywood!


6. Humorous Romance
TBR: Whiskey Dick (sounds funny and let’s just call it a ‘cute sounding’ title!)
NEW: Accidental Tryst (funny) I picked this one up on Audible for free and really enjoyed it. The back and forth between the MCs was fun. Quick read/listen too!


7. Romantic Suspense
TBR: Dangerous Women (Suspense)
NEW: Ceremony in Death (Romantic Suspense) And I’m reading soon too. I saw you gave great ratings to the previous books in the series so thought I’d bump them back up. If you have already read this one, just swap for the next one you haven’t read in the series!


8. Most Anticipated Romance
TBR: Forbidden Fling (published this month!)
NEW: Idol (new author) I can’t remember if I’ve recommended this one so I apologize if it’s a repeat. I really enjoy her writing and her characters and am eagerly anticipating the 4th book in this series!

[Nancy H]

Hi bookishpursuit,
It was so much fun picking books for you, but I must confess I added several of yours to my own TBR! If there are any on this list that you have already read and want a substitute for, please let me know, and I can easily give you more. (In fact, it was hard to stop!)

Contemporary Romance: Contemporary - The Soulmate Equation; cartoon-ish cover - Fight or Flight


Paranormal/UF Romance: Paranormal - The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels -I just read this one and it is a hoot!; Animal on cover - Just One of the Guys


Erotic or Red on cover: No Offense and Playing with Matches


Historical romance: Silent in the Grave
(I love this series!); High number of reviews (14,474!) - People We Meet on Vacation


Sci Fi/Time travel/Number on cover: Time travel - Outlander; Number - 99 Percent Mine


Humorous Romance: Humor - The Worst Best Man; cute title - Friends With Benedicts



Romantic Suspense: A Raven's Heart; Two I've been wanting to recommend - Meet Me in Paradise and How to Walk Away (This one was my top favorite of all I read last year!)


Most Anticipated: New -Just Last Night; New to you (and another fave of mine) - Christmas Island


Happy Reading!

[Carina]

KathyD,

Her are your picks. Happy reading!

Contemporary Romance
TBR - Bounty


Paranormal/UF Romance
TBR - Elements of Mischief

New - Signs of Cupidity


Erotic Romance
TBR - You Belong With Me

New - Hissy Fit


Historical Romance
TBR - Devil's Game

New - Reaper's Property


Sci-fi - Time travel
TBR - Rafe

New - Love at First Fight


Humorous Romance
TBR - The Write Hook

New - Throwing Shade


Romantic Suspense
TBR - No Ordinary Billionaire

New - In the Heir


Most Anticipated Romance
TBR - Fatal Justice

New - Love Next Door

[M]

I'm almost done with your picks, MountainKat! Should have them posted soon 😊

[☘KathyD☘]

Hi Adi! Here are your picks for August...I put headphones next to the books I’ve listened to and loved. Whether you listen or read, I hope there are some great finds here for you. =)

Contemporary Romance
🎧 Listen to Me, Kristen Proby — tagged contemporary (tbr)
🎧 The Kiss Quotient, Helen Hoang — cartoon-like cover (new)

Paranormal/UF Romance
🎧 Dragon Bound, Thea Harrison — tagged paranormal (tbr)
🎧 Angels’ Blood, Nalini Singh — weapon on the cover (new)

Erotic Romance
🎧 Kitty and the Midnight Hour, Carrie Vaughn — red cover (tbr)
🎧 Wait With Me, Amy Daws — sexy romance (new)

Historical Romance
🎧 Magic Bites, Ilona Andrews— high number of reviews (tbr)
🎧 My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie — tagged historical (new)

Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
The Martian, Andy Weir — tagged sci-fi (tbr)
🎧 Beyond the Highland Mist, Karen Marie Moning — tagged time travel romance (new)

Humorous Romance
In Her Shoes, Jennifer Weiner — tagged humor (tbr)
🎧 Pucked, Helena Hunting — cute title (new)

Romantic Suspense
🎧 Naked in Death, J.D. Robb — tagged romantic suspense & I love recommending this book (tbr)
🎧 Year One, Nora Roberts — great book that was recommended to me (new)

Most Anticipated Romance
Realm Breaker, Victoria Aveyard — new release (tbr)
🎧 Flirtasaurus, Erin Mallon — new author (new)

[MountainKat, Moderator]

M wrote: "I'm almost done with your picks, MountainKat! Should have them posted soon 😊"

Thanks M - looking forward to them! 📚

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Hi Courtney! Here are your picks. I wasn't too familiar with the books or authors on your list, so I hope I found some good ones for you!! 🤞🏼 For the new books, I used some authors (and even books) you had on your shelves, but not read so they are still new to you. 😉 I mostly listen to books these days, so you will notice I comment on the audios some a lot below.

1. Contemporary Romance
NEW: Repeat by Kylie Scott - This book just worked for me and the audio was great too!
TBR: You Had Me at Hola by Alexis Daria - Looks really good!

2. Paranormal/UF Romance
NEW: Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews - Took me a couple of books to fall in love with this series and now I just wish there was more! The audios are great too!
TBR: From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout - Looks intense, but good!

3. Erotic Romance
NEW: Midnight Man by Lisa Marie Rice - Loved this book!
TBR: The Breaking Season by K.A. Linde - Thought this fit here!

4. Historical Romance
NEW: Surrender by Pamela Clare - One of my favorite HR books of all time - actually the whole series is! And they are even better in audio!
TBR: His Mistletoe Bride by Vanessa Kelly - Looks sweet!

5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
NEW: Naked in Death by J.D. Robb - Love this whole series! The audios are always wonderful - currently doing a reread and listening to one now. 😊
TBR: The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver - Sounds interesting!

6. Humorous Romance
NEW: The Lightning-Struck Heart by T.J. Klune - When thinking of funny books, this is the first one I thought of. I wasn't sure about recommending it, then I saw it on your shelves and just had to pick it! It is laugh out loud funny with outlandish characters that you have to root for. If you like audiobooks at all - this is one to listen to, the narrator is FANTASTIC!! (Currently rereading/listening to this series as well.)
TBR: Heidi's Guide to Four Letter Words by Tara Sivec and Andi Arndt - This is another laugh out loud book and the audio if absolutely great!

7. Romantic Suspense
NEW: The Dom Who Loved Me by Lexi Blake - Loving this series in audio!
TBR: Mine by Natasha Knight and A. Zavarelli - Sounded intriguing!

8. Most Anticipated Romance
NEW: The Invitation by Vi Keeland - I always enjoy this author and this was a good story that was exceptionally well narrated!
TBR: The Songbook of Benny Lament by Amy Harmon - Looks good!

Happy Reading!

[M]

Hi, 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐊𝐚𝐭! Here's your picks.. I hope you find something that catches your eye!! Some of them are from new to you authors, a couple are ones I've read and others just caught my eye :)

𝟏. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR My One Week Husband (MP contemporary)
NEW The Butterfly Effect (artistic cover)



𝟐. 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥/𝐔𝐅 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Love for Beginners (dog on cover)
NEW Rejected (PNR)



𝟑. 𝐄𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Love Song (MP erotic)
NEW Unloved (red on cover)



𝟒. 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Devil in Disguise (MP historical)
NEW It Ends with Us (38,948 reviews)



𝟓. 𝐒𝐜𝐢-𝐅𝐢 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Lover Awakened (tagged sci-fi)
NEW Say You’ll Be Nine (number in title)



𝟔. 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Naked Love (MP humor)
NEW Baking Me Crazy (cute sounding title)


𝟕. 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞
TBR Once Upon a Time in Bliss (MP rom/sus)
NEW Wanted Wed or Alive (fav rom-com I've read in awhile)




𝟖. 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
TBR Next In Line (pub June 2021)
NEW From the Embers (pub April 2021)



𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠!!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

M wrote: "Hi, 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐊𝐚𝐭! Here's your picks.. I hope you find something that catches your eye!! Some of them are from new to you authors, a couple are ones I've read and others just caught my eye :)

𝟏. 𝐂𝐨..."

Thank you for the picks! I see several I really want to read in August and some of the new ones look intriguing too!

[Adi Rocks Socks]

☘KathyD☘ wrote: "Hi Adi! Here are your picks for August...I put headphones next to the books I’ve listened to and loved. Whether you listen or read, I hope there are some great finds here for you. =)

Contemporary ..."

Hi Kathy, thanks for the picks, they look great! I think I'll start with Realm Breaker, because my hold for that book should be delivered soon.

I love that you've put the headphones emoji next to books which you've listened to and loved -- I listen to audiobooks all the time, and I'm always looking for great audio book recommendations. :)

Once again, thanks! 😊

Edit: I've placed a hold on My Dear Hamilton (audiobook). 🤠

[Adi Rocks Socks]

Hi Carrie! Here are my picks for you. I included some works by POC/with POC MCs. I hope you like them!

1. Contemporary Romance

>> After the Rain - TBR (Drawn looking cover; what a gorgeous cover!)

>> The Spanish Love Deception - New (Cartoon/drawn looking cover; the blurb looks really fun, it's on my tbr now)



2. Paranormal/UF Romance

>> Fireborn - TBR (Bird on the cover)

>> The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires - New (Paranormal; I saw that you liked Molly Harper's werewolf series)



3. Erotic Romance

>> For the Wolf - TBR (Red on the cover)

>> Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors - New (Red on the cover; it's on my TBR.)



4. Historical Romance

>> Hundreds of Years to Reform a Rake - TBR (A time traveling historical romance? Sounds interesting!)

>> A Rogue of One's Own - New (Seems to be a cute HR novel!)



5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance

>> The Last Bookshop in London: A Novel of World War II - TBR (The title has a number)

>> One Last Stop - TBR (Number in the title; been meaning to read this ever since I read Red, White and Royal Blue!)



6. Humorous Romance

>> Undead and Unpopular - TBR (This series in a pretty hilarious one!)

>> We Can't Keep Meeting Like This (Supposed to be a romantic comedy)



7. Romantic Suspense

>> The Charmed Wife - TBR (Romantic suspense. I received this book as an ARC. Liked it a lot!)

>> The Wall of Winnipeg and Me - New (I love this book and love to recommend it. I hope you'll like it.)



8. Most Anticipated Romance

>> The Secrets of Saffron Hall - New (Historical fiction; I liked it when I listened to the audiobook last year. It's a new-to-you author too.)

People We Meet on Vacation aka You and Me on Vacation - New (Published within the last 6 months. I loved this book.)

[Darkness]

Hi, LaurLa. Here are my picks for you.Have fun reading.

1. Contemporary Romance

TBR: Born to Be Wild - contemporary romance or a book with a cartoon/drawn looking cover
NEW: By a Thread - contemporary romance or a book with a cartoon/drawn looking cover

2. Paranormal/UF Romance

TBR: Iron Kissed - pnr
NEW: Duck! - pnr

3. Erotic Romance

TBR: Duncan - erotic
NEW: Neon Gods - erotic

4. Historical Romance

TBR: First Comes Scandal - historical romance
NEW:Her Night with the Duke - historical romance

5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance

TBR:Hot Six - number on the cover
NEW:The Darkness Outside Us - sci fi romance

6. Humorous Romance

TBR: Tweet Cute - cute sunding title
NEW: Get a Life, Chloe Brown - funny romnce

7. Romantic Suspense

TBR: The Wall of Winnipeg and Me- wanting to recommend
NEW: Wallbanger - wanting to recommend

8. Most Anticipated Romance

TBR: Born of Embers - new to you author
NEW:The Soulmate Equation - published within the last 6 months

[☘KathyD☘]

Adi Rocks Socks wrote: "☘KathyD☘ wrote: "Hi Adi! Here are your picks for August...I put headphones next to the books I’ve listened to and loved. Whether you listen or read, I hope there are some great finds here for you. ..."

My Dear Hamilton is long, but it is so amazing and worth it!

[Carrie]

Adi Rocks Socks wrote: "Hi Carrie! Here are my picks for you. I included some works by POC/with POC MCs. I hope you like them!

1. Contemporary Romance

>> After the Rain - TBR (Drawn looking cover; what a..."


Thank you for the picks, I like the variety

[M]

MountainKat wrote: "M wrote: "Hi, 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐊𝐚𝐭! Here's your picks.. I hope you find something that catches your eye!! Some of them are from new to you authors, a couple are ones I've read and others just caught my eye ..."

Awesome, I'm glad! Looking forward to hear what you think of them 😊

[Mony]

Fran wrote: "Mony wrote: "Hi Fran!
Here are your books for August. I hope you find one or two for a summer read!

1. Recommend a CR- Boss in the Bedsheets by Canterbary - NEW
[bookcover:Boss in the Bedsheets|5..."

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[Hinal]

bookishpursuit wrote: "​​Hi Hinal,

Here are your books for the August Pick It For Me Challenge. Most of the books are from your TBR pile. I included some of my favorite books and books which I have just discovered myse..."

Thank you soo much!! Some of the books there I really wanna read and also excited to read new books from your recommendations!!

[Romanticbookworm]

Sonja wrote: "Hi Romanticbookworm!
I enjoy picking for you though my TBR list suffers! Had a harder time than normal, mostly because I was trying to spread my picks out from your huge TBR list, but it might jus..."

Thanks Sonja those look great can't wait to start picking my way through 😁 I might even treat myself to a couple with my birthday money from last month😉.

M- I will have your picks done asap. I started doing them last night but the tab disappeared but I will do them asap.

[LaurLa]

Hi Sonja!! Here are your picks - Hope you enjoy :-)


1. Contemporary Romance
TBR: Blindsided -contemporary
NEW: Just For You -contemporary


2. Paranormal/UF Romance
TBR: Irish Magic -paranormal elements
NEW: The Next Always -paranormal elements


3. Erotic Romance
TBR: Grinder -sounds spicy
NEW: Virtuous -definitely spicy


4. Historical Romance
TBR: First Comes Scandal -historical
NEW: Death Below Stairs -historical


5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
TBR: The Guy in the Middle -number on cover
NEW: Soulless -sci-fi


6. Humorous Romance
TBR: The Friend Zone -tagged humor
TBR: Love & Gelato -cute title


7. Romantic Suspense
NEW: Driven to Distraction -romantic suspense
NEW: Extreme Exposure -romantic suspense


8. Most Anticipated Romance
TBR: The Duke Undone -pubbed April 2021
NEW: Much Ado About You -pubbed Feb 2021

[Courtney]

sorry for the delay, Nancy. it's been a busy week. I am shooting for getting your list out late tonight though

[Fran, Moderator]

Reminders are going out now- Picks need to be posted by tomorrow morning, July 29 ( 10 am US EDT).

Great job everyone! Only two participants waiting on their picks, and it looks like their pickees are on the job!

[Romanticbookworm]

Hi M here are your picks for August. If you need any repicks just let me know 😁

Contemporary Romance
TBR:Start A Fire
NEW: Immoral confessions (on my TBR) or Vicious Savage or Cruel King (Both sounds good)

2. Paranormal/UF Romance
New -Faes Captive - loved this and devoured the series

New- Bitten - another favourite series

Erotic Romance
TBR: Twist Me
New- Desperate Measures - (erotic- loved this very spicy) or Devil I Hate (red cover- heard good things)

4. Historical Romance
TBR: Devils Pass - High ratings
New- Love Letter to Whiskey (High ratings- loved this one) or Ringmaster - currently reading and enjoying (age gap romance)

5. Sci-Fi or Time Travel Romance
TBR: Trouble with 9 -number on cover
NEW-Fourth and Goal - number on cover or Ice Planet

6. Humorous Romance
TBR: (cute title)

New - Catch of the day - - (cute title) or Bad Saint - (cute title)

7. Romantic Suspense
TBR- Crowned by Hate -
NEW: Grinder or - wanting to recommend

8. Most Anticipated Romance
*Recommend a new release- a romance published within the last 6 months or a new to them

TBR - Little Devil - - new release- published in August 2021

New- Blindsided - or Ruthless Creatures (Both new releases and sound good)

If you need any repicks just let me know. Happy Reading 😁

[Mony]

☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "HI Mony, here are you picks for August. Hope you find something good to read.

1. Contemporary Romance
TBR - Lovebug
New - Piece of Work

2. Paranormal/UF Romance
..."

Thanks Carmen for your great picks - I have my eye on Radiance!

[M]

Romanticbookworm wrote: "Hi M here are your picks for August. If you need any repicks just let me know 😁

Contemporary Romance
TBR:Start A Fire
NEW: Cruel King [bookcover:Cruel King|5319729..."

OMG, Romanticbookworm! You did great. I see lots that I hope to find time to read. Thanks so much!

[Courtney]

Hey Nancy. Sorry for the delay, but here are your picks. They may not all be for you, but I hope there is SOMETHING you can sink your teeth into.

1.TBR: Belong to Me
NEW: The Kiss Quotient
2. TBR: The Girl in the Moon
NEW: Soulless
3. TBR: Playing with Matches
NEW: Kiss the Girl
4. TBR: Redeeming Love
NEW: The Wallflower Wager
5. TBR: Pockets of Deception
NEW: Bad Guy
6. TBR: Friends With Benedicts
NEW: Heidi's Guide to Four Letter Words
7. TBR: Tangled Up In Tuesday
NEW: Ugly Love
8. TBR: People We Meet on Vacation
NEW: Malibu Rising

[Fran, Moderator]

Wow! All the picks are in and it’s all been done with 12 hours to spare- thanks everyone!

Now we have to wait until August 1st to start reading- waiting is the hardest part!!

[☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎]

Hahahaha that's very true Fran

[Romanticbookworm]

M wrote: "Romanticbookworm wrote: "Hi M here are your picks for August. If you need any repicks just let me know 😁

Contemporary Romance
TBR:Start A Fire
NEW: Cruel King [boo..."

That's great I'm glad you're happy with the selection I tried to stick to your genres as much as I could 😁.

Thank you for hosting Fran and all your hard work for the challenge 🙂. PS waiting is the hardest I already have three books picked out 🙂.

[Nancy H]

Courtney,
Thank you so much for the great picks ! They all look so good that I will try to read as many as I can. Of course the problem is not knowing which one to start with!
Happy reading to you this month, too.



Courtney wrote: "Hey Nancy. Sorry for the delay, but here are your picks. They may not all be for you, but I hope there is SOMETHING you can sink your teeth into.

1.TBR: Belong to Me
NEW: [book:Th..."

[Fran, Moderator]

Romanticbookworm wrote: ". 🙂. PS waiting is the hardest I already have three books picked out 🙂."

We need a countdown clock posted in this thread!

[Romanticbookworm]

Fran wrote: "Romanticbookworm wrote: ". 🙂. PS waiting is the hardest I already have three books picked out 🙂."

We need a countdown clock posted in this thread!"

Yeah definitely 🤣

[Fran, Moderator]

Happy Reading Everyone!!

[Nancy H]

Hi Courtney,
I just finished People We Meet on Vacation and it was EXCELLENT! Thank you for recommending it. I got to it sooner that way than I would have otherwise. A great book!

[Fran, Moderator]

Hi Mony!

I finished from your list for me. I really enjoyed it! It fit the Bachelor Challenge too, so even better :)

If I can fit another one in this month I will, depending on the last category called for the Bachelor Challenge. If not, I hope to get to more on your list at a later date. Thanks again!

[Sonja]

LaurLa wrote:

Hey LaurLa!
Just checking in at mid-month. I've got 4 books so far with two more in process and hoping to get to at least two more before month-end! Thank you SO much for recommending and ! I totally enjoyed them both!
I've also read and . I really enjoyed Friend Zone and definitely recommend it! I added it's sequel, to my September TBR!
Happy reading!

[Mony]

Fran wrote: "Hi Mony!

I finished from your list for me. I really enjoyed it! It fit the Bachelor Challenge too, so even better :)

If I can fit another one in this month I will, depe..."

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[Mony]

Hi Carmen!
Had a chance to read Lovebug, A Good Day for Chardonnay and Travis. Loved them! (Lovebug was a surprise - really funny (belly laughs) but didn't deserve that fluffy chick lit cover.) Still plan to check out Radiance- interesting premise.
Thanks again for the picks!

[☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎]

Hinal I read and I loved it! I waited to long for the Russian's story and it was so sweet. Definitely made it to my 5 star list. I'm currently reading I will get back to you on how it is :-)

[Courtney]

Hey MountainKat! Thanks for the great picks. Lots of new things to add to my list. Finished You Had Me at Hola , which was a good book for getting back into the swing of romance reading. A few of your picks just came in and I hope to start on those soon. But it really is good getting back into the swing of things. THANKS!

[Hinal]

☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "Hinal I read and I loved it! I waited to long for the Russian's story and it was so sweet. Definitely made it to my 5 star list. I'm currently reading [book..."


Glad you liked it!

[Hinal]

Hi Bookishpursuit!
I completed 7 books from this challange

I absolutely loved these 2 books... other 5 books i finished were

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Courtney wrote: "Hey MountainKat! Thanks for the great picks. Lots of new things to add to my list. Finished You Had Me at Hola , which was a good book for getting back into t..."

Glad you enjoyed it and hope you like the others too!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Hi M! Thanks for the great picks for August, I was able to finish 6, but had hoped to read more. They are still on the list though. 😊

Love for Beginners by Jill Shalvis 8.4.2021 - So good!
Devil in Disguise by Lisa Kleypas 8.6.2021 - Loved this!
Once Upon a Time in Bliss by Sophie Oak 8.16.2021 - Finally got Henry's backstory!
Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward 8.19.2021 - Loved this one - again!
Naked Love by Jewel E. Ann 8.22.2021 - This was good!
Love Song by Kylie Scott 8.23.2021 - Sweet second chance story!

Thanks again for picks! 📚

[Darkness]

Carrie wrote: "Hi Darkness, finding books you didn't have on your shelf was tricky. I hope these work for you


1. Contemporary Romance
Recommend a contemporary romance or a book with a cartoon/drawn looking cove..."

Thank you for picks. I did read Act Your Age, Eve Brown and I love it it was 5 star for me. I did start reading 99 Percent Mine. On 20% or 30% of audiobook and mb it will be dnf . We will see.

[Sonja]

Hi LaurLa!
Finally finished my last one for August!
Blindsided

I managed a whopping 8 last month! *gasp*


Thank you for all the awesome picks last month! I've added several from you to my TBR and hope to get to them... well you know how that goes! Thanks again!

[Romanticbookworm]

Hi Sonja

I read three of your picks last month

- enjoyed this enough to continue the series.

Forbidden fling - loved this little novella

The Guardian - enjoyed this little novella enough to continue the series.

I am also planning on picking up peril of pleasure when I can and I might checkout southern vampire from my library in the future😁.

Thanks for the great picks 😁