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TART Challenge - Round 4 - Have Book...Can Travel (3)
Task 11:
Read 6 books with a specific item on the cover, team selects item - HAT
The Cowboy's E-Mail Order BridePages: 260/GR
How it fits: cowboy hat on cover
Date completed: 10/11/21
Rating: *2 STARS*
This was Hallmark movie cheesy and honestly sometimes I would be in the mood for that but it just wasn't doing it for me. Everything was telegraphed from so far away that I could have written the story myself.
But, I powered through because I needed it for a challenge. Otherwise it would have been DNF for me. Obviously, I won't be continuing on with this series. I didn't give this one star because I thought the narration was decent, so I bumped it up because of that.
I've never read anything by this author before so I'm not sure I will chance another.
If you need me to do a second book I can. I need to read something good after that first book I read.
I’m working on my 2nd and will be finished later on tonight. Sorry you didn’t like my recommendation Sassafrass.
Hazel wrote: "I’m working on my 2nd and will be finished later on tonight. Sorry you didn’t like my recommendation Sassafrass."Did you recommend that, Hazel! No worries I can't expect them all to be winners. I was wondering how I ended up with that on my TBR. Alot of my goodreads friends loved it so I figured I got it from one of them!!!
I want to read the one you read for this round. It sounds good!
Task 11:
76. Read 6 books with a specific item on the cover, team selects item.That Forever Girl by Meghan Quinn
Pages: 359
How it fits: The specific item of our team is hat. On the cover the model wears a binny
Date completed: October 12, 2021
Rating: 4.5 ⭐
Review: That Forever Girl is the second installment of the Getting Lucky series. For me, it is a 4.5-stars book.
I liked how Meghan Quinn brought Harper & Rogan's past story to intertwine with the story's current time. Rogan and Harper were best friends turned sweethearts until something splits the two apart. You spend most of the book having their story unfold with flashbacks and present-day interaction.
The banter and fun between Rogan and Harper are great. I loved the dialogue and the text messages, and with Quinn's signature humor, many moments had me laughing out loud, and others had teary eyes.
I think it's safe to say that I love the Knightly family. One of my favorite parts of the book is hilarious texting banter between the brothers is, and when you throw their sister in there for good measure, it's even better. I can't wait to see who gets their story next!
Sassafrass wrote: "Avigail wrote: "Tomorrow morning I will start That Forever Girl by Meghan Quinn. The book cover has a binny hat. "I real..."
Sass, I think I liked the second book a little more than the first one. I for sure enjoy Meghan Quinn's writing. Looking forward reading her other series and standalones.
oh that's good to know! I've got #2 on my TBR.
Hazel wrote: "Avigail wrote: "I started my first book 
by Charlie N. Holmberg. I believe I will finish it before I go to sleep, and tomorrow morning, I w..."Hazel, The Paper Magician series is a good one if you want to start with steampunk fantasy.
hi all...does anyone have the capacity to pick up my book for this task? I am drowning in real life and can't find time to read so far this week...I was lucky to finish the last two tasks...if not, I'll push to have my book finished by midday tomorrow...I am so sorry to be a pain!
I've got you, Kathy. I'll be done tonight. I was already reading it because I wanted to read something while waiting.So you are using your pass?
Task 11: 76. Read 6 books with a specific item on the cover, team selects item. Team chose hatBook:
Pages: 384
Read: 12 October
Rating: 5⭐️
How it qualifies:
hat visible on this coverReview: I loved everything about this book. Headstrong Lilly is determined never to marry after being jilted at the altar. She then has a not very satisfying liaison with a man who then abducts their daughter. Back in London she is renowned for her unladylike behaviour. She meets her match in Lord Raiford who is engaged to marry her sister although her sister is in love with someone else. The 2 of them are brilliant in the way they set out to outwit the other and I love the conclusion. Another great Kleypas novel!
Sassafrass wrote: "I've got you, Kathy. I'll be done tonight. I was already reading it because I wanted to read something while waiting.So you are using your pass?"
I think you were posting at the same time as me. That’s great if you are already reading. If you finish tonight would you be able to post our completion then. I think Kathy will need to use her pass.
Sassafrass wrote: "I've got you, Kathy. I'll be done tonight. I was already reading it because I wanted to read something while waiting.So you are using your pass?"
I hate to do it, but yes...I have to pass on this task... =(
thank you both for jumping in...again, I am REALLY sorry!
Task 11:
Read 6 books with a specific item on the cover, team selects item - HAT
Unexpected FightPages: 248/GR
How it fits: hat on cover
Date completed: 10/12/21
Rating: *3.5 STARS*
This was cute, I liked that even though this was the "my best friend will kill me if I date his sister trope", Tyler was a man about things. That's unusual in these stories. The relationship moved a little too quickly for me. But I really liked seeing this family and friends get their HEAs. It broke my heart that Regan had to go through what she did with her baby. Every mother's worst nightmare!
I'm looking forward to listening to more of these stories. I love that Callie Dalton was narrating this one. I love her!
Task 11 Completion:
Avigail #1
Avigail #2
Hazel #1
Hazel #2
Sassafrass #1
Sassafrass #2
KathyD - PASS
Team 3: Have Book...Can Travel
Task 11 Completion
I've got you complete and on the list for the morning!
Thanks for checking us in Sassafrass.Kathy totally understand real life pressures, no need to apologise.
Kathy, we certainly can understand. You don’t have to worry. We are doing this challenge for fun. Sass, thanks for the fast response and for the check in. If the next task has 6 books again I will be reading two of them.
thanks all! the last 10 days have been hell and it doesn't seem to be letting up just yet...ready to start a new book later today!
I’ve not picked up a book today as I’ve had my niece Grace so been on the go all day! She is just a wrecking ball. My living room looks like I’ve been burgled with everything all over the floor 😂 Can’t wait until it’s time for her to go home and I can chill out with a book!
That's the good thing about being an aunt; you give the child to its parents at the end of the day.
☘KathyD☘ wrote: "thanks all! the last 10 days have been hell and it doesn't seem to be letting up just yet...ready to start a new book later today!"I'm so sorry Kathy! I hate when it gets like that. {{{hugs}}}
I haven't had time to start a new book either since I'm working today. Hoping to get to it during lunch.
Hazel wrote: "I’ve not picked up a book today as I’ve had my niece Grace so been on the go all day! She is just a wrecking ball. My living room looks like I’ve been burgled with everything all over the floor 😂 C..."LOL, sounds delightful. LOL, I'm sure you love it Auntie!
I'm ready for the work week to be over so I can do some serious reading!!!
Sassafrass wrote: "☘KathyD☘ wrote: "thanks all! the last 10 days have been hell and it doesn't seem to be letting up just yet...ready to start a new book later today!"I'm so sorry Kathy! I hate when it gets like th..."
I am between two books. And I am waiting for the new task to start another one.
Here you go!Task 12 - 2. Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this task.
Every teammates reads a book numbered 1 or lower in a numbered series listed on GR. Teammates can read the same or different series. Please include the series and number in your completion posts.
Ahh I have so many!
don’t know which one to choose 😂
Hazel wrote: "Ahh I have so many! Hazel, if you want my opinion, I would choose for you
, . As for my choices are:
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Would you mind helping so I can start right away?
I have the Lisa Kleypas one which should be good. Don’t think I’m going to read it as I just finished one of hers. I’ve also read the initiation which was ok.
I would be no help Avigail! I haven't read any of those!!!
I'm going to read
Idol. It's been on my TBR for so long and I can get it on audio through scribd!!I could use a little rock star lovin'!
Task 12:
Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this task
IdolPages: 339/GR
How it fits: #1 in the VIP Series
Date completed: 10/13/21
Rating: *4 STARS*
I put off reading this book for a while because I mainly try to listen to my books these days due to time constraints.
Well, I was able to get this book on audio and my goodness! I so enjoyed this book. I really did. It was such a good story, had some good laughs and I just fell in love with the members of the band.
I was scared at the end when the first scene of the book made sense, but I'm so glad that it all worked out. And I was engrossed in every single second of it.
I can't wait to continue with this series. I find it odd though that Scottie is the next book...interesting!
Task 12:
2. Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this task.The Initiation by Nikki Sloane
Pages: 177
How it fits: It is the first book of The Filthy Rich Americans series.
Date completed: October 14, 2021
Rating: 4 ⭐
Review: The Initiation is a modern retailing of a couple of Greek mythologies. As I grew up with those myths, it is an interesting take.
There's plenty of sex, and there is a relationship to navigate. But it's a relationship built on lust and power.
The writing a solid; the characters are interesting. I liked Marist and Royce As characters, and McAllister is a perfect villain. I even wanted the dubious consent, which for those who need the warnings, this book has a crap ton of questionable consent. The approval was never so unlikely that it stepped over the line. In the end, Marist had some say.
I did not see the ending playing out as it did at all, and I usually can see it coming but not this time. I am for sure will be reading the second installment of the 'Filthy Rich Americans' series.
Task 12: Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this taskBook: Ruthless King
Pages: 367 as per kindle edition in above link
Read: 14 October
Rating: 5⭐️
How it qualifies: First in the Ruthless Warlords series
Review: My first venture into the Omegaverse and what a delicious and dirty ride it was! I loved this book. The roles of alpha, beta and omega are explained just right and doesn’t detract from the story. Dahlia an Omega is sold to an Alpha to pay off her Alpha father’s debts Nikolai Solokov is the alpha who gets her but no one knows he’s been plotting to get Dahlia for 15 years since they met as children. He is also out to get revenge on her father who he believes killed his mother and twin siblings.
This book has good strong characters, a vaguely mafia plot line, lots of steam and intensity. I will definitely be reading the next in the series.
Avigail wrote: "Task 12:
2. Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this task.
The Initiation by Nikki Sloane
[bookcover..."
I put that one on my TBR, Avigail! Sounds interesting!! It's also free right now on amazon!
Hazel wrote: "Task 12: Each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series - no pass for this taskBook: Ruthless King
Pages: 367 as per kindle edition in above link
R..."
wow, a 5 STAR rating. I'll have to check this one out!
Task 12—each player reads the first book in a series, can be same or different series – no pass for this task
Road to Desire, Piper Davenport – 10/14/21 – ✮✮✮✰✰
Kindle first-edition ➔ 192 pages
How the Book Qualifies ➔ book 1 in the Dogs of Fire series
Review — This wasn’t a bad book, but it wasn’t a great one either. The story was solid, but it was so rushed that there wasn’t enough character development to really care about the characters. Dani is over-the-top naïve and shows that she is the youngest child in her family with the tantrums she throws all the time. While Dani had some legitimate reasons to be upset with Austin/Booker, she didn’t handle herself well. Booker has so much potential to be a great alpha character, but again, he isn’t fully developed. We get a tiny piece of his history, but for the most part he comes off as a brute. I also think the author did a disservice by not giving Booker more of a voice in the story. Ms. Davenport may have created a stronger story and characters if she had concentrated just on Dani’s voice. Of the handful of times Booker’s voice is heard, he doesn’t add to the story or himself. I may return to learn more about the men of the Dogs of Fire, but I’m not in a hurry.
...and we are all checked in for Task 12! =)
☘KathyD☘ wrote: "...and we are all checked in for Task 12! =)"And on the list for a new task in the morning!
MountainKat wrote: "☘KathyD☘ wrote: "...and we are all checked in for Task 12! =)"And on the list for a new task in the morning!"
thanks Kat!
Thanks for checking us in Kathy. Sassafrass I started reading
Hazel wrote: "Thanks for checking us in, Kathy. Sassafrass I started reading
"I just finished Claimed by Evangeline Anderson; it is the book I picked for the Pass the Parcel challenge for this week's task.
Physical books I am reading are The Book of Fate by Parinoush Saniee & I am in the middle of Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson. The above books are for my current and past Meet & Greet challenges. I have to decide what to read for the following tasks as an e-book.
☘KathyD☘ wrote: "MountainKat wrote: "☘KathyD☘ wrote: "...and we are all checked in for Task 12! =)"And on the list for a new task in the morning!"
thanks Kat!"
Thanks, Kathy, for checking us in. I hope you rest a little bit this weekend.
☘KathyD☘ wrote: "...and we are all checked in for Task 12! =)"Thanks, Kathy! How are you feeling? Did things settle down some?
Hazel wrote: "Thanks for checking us in Kathy. Sassafrass I started reading
"Well I love the cover, that's for sure! LOL, yummy! How is it?
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