R21: Team #7 ~ The 007s

[Kate]

Shelf #8: Kindle Freebie
Book: Marked by Elisabeth Naughton
Date Read: 29/03/22
Rating: ★★



Review:
This book sounded like it could be a new favourite for me. I liked the sound of the mythical warriors tasked with protecting the mortal realm. And then the angst of falling for the one person who needs to die to save his people. It should have been adventurous, sexy and emotional. But instead all I really felt was a little bored. Marked felt like a book I’d read before but somehow not quite as interesting or compelling. I didn’t’ like the characters. Casey annoyed me almost from the beginning (possibly not entirely her fault. But it’s the second book I’ve read this month featuring a cocktail waitress who doesn’t dance in the gentlemens club she works at because that would be demeaning. I find it more demeaning that she’s insulting her co-workers but I should stop this rant). I didn’t like Theron either. He’s a little too macho for me and I didn’t feel the chemistry between him and Casey. Actionwise it started out pretty good but after that it seemed like it took forever for anything to happen. I did find myself wanting to flick through and see if things got exciting soon because my attention was wandering.

I can see why this book is rated just under 4 stars by most people. Because it does feature a “Greek god” style hero (as Casey kept reminding us) who is the epitome of tall, dark and handsome complete with magical powers. It has someone who proclaims to be average who turns out to be the superspecial chosen on who can save the world. There’s some steamy scenes and a healthy mix of Greek mythology and gods to spice things up. But it wasn’t the book for me. I find it hard to connect when I dislike characters and the worldbuilding at times felt overwhelming and a little boring.

[Kate]

Shelf #9 ~ 30 Mar 22: Paranormal Romance
DIRECT LINK - Paranormal Romance (+ SOS' pnr)



I think its the last week as this gives 2 teams bingo.
Just wanted to say I have had a great time playing bingo with you both. And a special thank you to Deanna for being such a great captain.

[Raquel (Rocki)]

Yes i agree i have loved doing book bingo with you guys

[Raquel (Rocki)]

For this shelf I will read

[Kate]

I think I’ll read On the Edge by Ilona Andrews

[Deanna]

Team #4 has won.

I've had a great time playing with you all.