TART Challenge - Round 5 - The Loitering Layabouts (Literally) (8)

[Shannon]

Task 14 Selection Post (Book 2)
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach


Finn's Fantasy by KC Wells
Pages: 313
Qualification: Precis By day, Finn builds houses on the coastline of Maine.

[*book:Finn's Fantasy|57380508]

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Shannon wrote: "Do you guys think Finn's Fantasy would work?"

Definitely on the beach as they walk on it during the book :)

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Task 14 - Selection Post
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach.

Scandal at the Salty Dog
Pages: 248
Qualification: set in Pirate's Cove on Buck Island, Rhodes Island.
Tagged 'island' & 'rhode island' x1 each:
https://www.goodreads.com/work/shelve...

[*book:Scandal at the Salty Dog|53837993]

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Is Rhodes Island a state or region?

[Donna]

Jane (PS) wrote: "Is Rhodes Island a state or region?"

A state! We don't really have regions here in the states.

And I would have never even noticed if you hadn't asked, but it is Rhode Island, not with an "s"... someone needs to do better when they write their blurbs! Now I am wondering if they messed it up in the books and I just never noticed? *headdesk* ;p

[Lisa]

Task 14 - set on a beach - Completion post

Zero Break
284 pages
From precis: For Honolulu homicide detective and surfer Kimo Kanapa'aka, it means his most dangerous case yet.
Date read: 5/9/22
4 stars

Kimo is back with a rather good murder, which as usual kept me guessing to the reveal. A good balance of mystery while bringing us more insight into his relationship with Mike.

[Lisa]

Task 14 - Beach Book 2 - Book 2

Eye of the Storm
164 pages
How it qualifies: Nathan has never been in love. He's never felt the pleasure of falling in love, never felt that sense of belonging that comes with being in love. Ever since the dolphin shifter's pod was broken up by the appearance of a ruthless new leader in Key West's shifter community,

[Donna]

Task 14: COMPLETION POST

54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. BEACH

Finders Keepers by N.R. Walker
220 pgs/GR
Qualifies: Precis Needing a change of scene, Griffin Burke moves from Brisbane to Coolum Beach to start a new job. The beautiful white sand, aqua-coloured ocean, blue skies, and summer breezes are everything he longs for.
Finished: 5/9/22 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Review:
OK, what is up with all of these cute, adorable dog books that I have been reading lately? As many know, I am NOT an animal fan, unless it is a shifter story, of course, but who can resist that loveable face on the cover? Yeah, Griffin is cute, too... but Wicket stole the show! *grin*

This is one of my many go-to authors and so when I needed a "beach" book, Australia was a no-brainer, so that meant N R Walker! Fast read with minimal conflict and an extremely intelligent, but spoiled Wicket! I must admit, even I choked up a bit while reading the last chapter...

I've read better by this author, but I have read way worse by others, so I am calling this one a "good read"!!!

[ book:Finders Keepers|38319518]

[Shannon]

Task 14 Completion Post (Book 2)
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach


Finn's Fantasy by KC Wells
Pages: 313
Qualification: Precis By day, Finn builds houses on the coastline of Maine.
Read: 5/9/22
Rating: ★★★1/2

Better than the last book I read but still not a total winner. Enjoyable but looong. The two MCs don't even get together until around the 60% mark and while there are a couple hot sex scenes, a lot were off page. Actually, a lot of things happened off page. Some of the story didn't really jive but overall a nice read.

[*book:Finn's Fantasy|57380508]

[Lisa]

Task 14 - Beach Book 2 - Book 2
Completion Post
Eye of the Storm
164 pages
How it qualifies: Nathan has never been in love. He's never felt the pleasure of falling in love, never felt that sense of belonging that comes with being in love. Ever since the dolphin shifter's pod was broken up by the appearance of a ruthless new leader in Key West's shifter community.
Date read 5/10/22
4 stars

I've read a few mermen books but never books where the majority of shifters were sea based. So the MCs are a dolphin and an ocra.
Jacob comes to Key West to take revenge on the shifter leader who abused his brother.
An array of different shifters including Toby the puffer fish.
Enjoyable. Its marked as book 1 so off to see if there were ever anymore written.

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Donna wrote: "Jane (PS) wrote: "Is Rhodes Island a state or region?"

A state! We don't really have regions here in the states.

And I would have never even noticed if you hadn't asked, but it is Rhode Island, n..."

Probably just my mistake :)

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Task 14 - COMPLETION
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach.

Scandal at the Salty Dog
Pages: 248
Qualification: set in Pirate's Cove on Buck Island, Rhodes Island.
Tagged 'island' & 'rhode island' x1 each:
https://www.goodreads.com/work/shelve...
Read: 10 May
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
I always enjoy these cosy mysteries by Josh Lanyon. Great characterisation, enjoyable friction between the MCs and an easy-reading murder/mystery. Not sure how much more amateur sleuthing Ellery can do but I would not be surprised to see there's a book 5!!

Narrated by Matt Haynes. Excellent. (Loved his little dog barks.)

[*book:Scandal at the Salty Dog|53837993]

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Completion - Task 14
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which.
Beach.

1. Shannon - msg 350
2. Lisa - msg 356
3. Donna - msg 358
4. Shannon - msg 359
5. Lisa - msg 360
6. Jane - msg 362

[Lisa]

Jane (PS) wrote: "Task 14 - COMPLETION
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach.

Scandal at the Salty Dog
Pages: 248
Qualification: set in Pirate's Cove on Buck..."

Think there a 6 & 7

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Lisa wrote: "Jane (PS) wrote: "Task 14 - COMPLETION
54. Read 6 books set on a beach or in the mountains, teams decide which. Beach.

Scandal at the Salty Dog
Pages: 248
Qualification: set in Pir..."

Heavens - Pirates Cove is mired in dastardly deeds!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Here is your next task!

Task 15 - 32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

You can find the number of ratings on the main book page under the title. Remember you are looking for ratings, not reviews. Please include the number of ratings as your qualifier in your completion posts.

[Lisa]

Task 15 - Selection Post - Book 1
6 books with ratings over 2500

Connection Error
189 pages
2,988 ratings

[Shannon]

Task 15 Selection Post
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.


Frat Wars: King of Thieves by Saxon James
Pages: 272
Qualfication: 3232 Ratings

[*book:Frat Wars: King of Thieves|58896219]

[Donna]

Look who has internet! Not sure how... will go yfind a book!

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Task 15 - Selection Post
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

Fools - Lucy Lennox & May Archer
Pages: 276
Qualification: 2,619 ratings

[*book:Fools|55761536]

[Donna]

OK, I am home... let me see what I can find!

[Donna]

Task 13: SELECTION POST
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

Dearest Milton James by N.R. Walker
193 pgs/GR
Qualifies: 3101 Ratings

[ book:Dearest Milton James|58851852]

[Lisa]

Task 15 - Completion Post - Book 1
6 books with ratings over 2500

Connection Error
189 pages
2,988 ratings
Date read: 5/11/22
4 stars

Josiah meets Ryan on a plane ride to DC. Its not until Ryan leaves the plane that Jos realizes he has a disability, having lost his legs on a mission.
A slow burn romance with both men struggling to come to terms with things on their life.

[Lisa]

Task 15 - Selection Post - Book 2
6 books with ratings over 2500

Henri
198 pages
2,967 ratings

[Shannon]

Donna wrote: "Task 13: SELECTION POST
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

Dearest Milton James by N.R. Walker
193 pgs/GR
Qualifies: 3101 Ratings

[ book:Dearest Milton Jame..."

I really loved that one!!

[Shannon]

Task 15 Completion Post
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.


Frat Wars: King of Thieves by Saxon James
Pages: 272
Qualfication: 3232 Ratings
Read: 5/10/22
Rating: ★★★★

I wasn't sure whether I would enjoy a frat boy book but this was really good. Don't know why I doubted this author, I tend to like all of Saxon's books. These guys were just ridiculous and so sweet. The jocks vs. the smart, rich guys. What could go wrong. Just a sweet story, no big angst but a whole lot of college pranks. Good time!

[*book:Frat Wars: King of Thieves|58896219]

[Shannon]

Task 15 Selection Post (Book 2)
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.


Headcase by Onley James
Pages: 314
Qualification: 3208 Ratings

[*book:Headcase|59442558]

[Donna]

Well, I guess you don't need me to read a 2nd book...

@Shannon, yes I loved it, too! I could actually re-read it just for the "feels"... *sigh*

[Donna]

Dang it lost my message... grrr

Let me try again!

Could someone please post my book completed? I managed to mark it read, rated and reviewed from my phone, but that's as far as I can get... grrr

I woukd so appreciate it if it can be done!

[Donna]

Oh, I forgot the part about the house fire across the river taking out our Internet in the whole surrounding area... 5 towns! So, it looks like it is going to be a while before we get our Internet back up... 🤬

[Shannon]

I'll give a go!!

[Shannon]

**DONNA'S POST**

Task 13: COMPLETION POST
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

Dearest Milton James by N.R. Walker
193 pgs/GR
Qualifies: 3101 Ratings
Read: 5/11/22
Rating: ★★★★★


As always, this author took my heart and made it burst with joy! If you are looking for a book that brings YOU joy... this would be that book!

Malachi is an amazing, caring person who gives Julian a reason to step out of his boring "beige" life!

Wonderful story with side characters that will bring a smile to your face!

[ book:Dearest Milton James|58851852]

[Donna]

Thanks so much! 🤞

[Donna]

Psst... 5 star rating! *grin*

[Lisa]

Task 15 - Completion Post - Book 2
6 books with ratings over 2500

Henri
198 pages
2,967 ratings
Date read: 5/11/22
4 stars

I read the first 3 books some time ago and the I read Alexander 's books so now it seemed strage that Xander is alone again.
I didnt really think there was alot of story here. I couldn't remember Henri's past and find it strange he hasn't put yogether that Detective Dick and Bailey are brothers. Anyway, an ok read.

[Shannon]

Donna wrote: "Psst... 5 star rating! *grin*"

Got it!

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Sorry - I'm still plodding away...

[Shannon]

Task 15 Completion Post (Book 2)
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.


Headcase by Onley James
Pages: 314
Qualification: 3208 Ratings
Read: 5/11/22
Rating: ★★★★

Here we get the first twin Asa and of all people, a reporter. Reporters are not good for the Mulvaney clan but they don't always make the best decisions. The sexy parts start right away in this one and they are kinky AF right from the start. This was a great time. Asa doesn't do well apart from his twin Avi but Zane sure helped him cope. Lots of stuff going on in these with the truly bad guys getting theirs. Yes, they're a bunch of psychos but who doesn't love that just a little. Loved it!!

[*book:Headcase|59442558]

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Task 15 - COMPLETION
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

Fools - Lucy Lennox & May Archer
Pages: 276
Qualification: 2,619 ratings
Read: 12 May
Rating: 4 stars
Review:
Whilst I really enjoyed the characters throughout the book (both MCs and secondary characters), the actual story didn't really grab me. It was decent, but not great.

Excellent narration by Michael Dean

[*book:Fools|55761536]

[Terian Sherman]

I'm new here and have no idea what's going on. can someone explain??

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Completion - Task 15
32. Read 6 books with over 2500 ratings.

1. Lisa - msg 373
2. Shannon - msg 376
3. Donna - msg 382
4. Lisa - msg 385
5. Shannon - msg 388
6. Jane - msg 389

[Shannon]

Terian Sherman wrote: "I'm new here and have no idea what's going on. can someone explain??"

Here's the main page for this challenge Terian. https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[MountainKat, Moderator]

I will be back in the morning with your next task. 😊

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Here is your next task!

Task 16 - 104. Read 8 holiday books.

The qualification for this task can be the generic 'holiday' or specific like Christmas or Halloween. Holiday needs to be the American type of holiday as opposed to the British. Qualification can come from the title, series, precis, tags or lists. Remember to let me know how you know the books work so I know where to look to confirm them. Please include any info or links as necessary.

[Shannon]

Task 16 Selection Post (Book 1)
104. Read 8 holiday books.


Late for Christmas by Amy Lane
Pages: 156
Qualification: Title

[*book:Late for Christmas|59606377]

[Shannon]

Task 16 Selection Post (Book 2)
104. Read 8 holiday books.


Best Present Ever? by MA Innes
Pages: 159
Qualification: Series "Secret Santa Daddy"

[*book:Best Present Ever?|59367524]

[Lisa]

Task 16 - Selection Post - Book 2
Read 8 Holiday Books

Late for Christmas
156 pages
Qualifies: Christmas in title

[Lisa]

Task 16 - Selection Post - Book 1
Read 8 Holiday Books

Best Present Ever?
159 pages
Qualification: Tagged holiday x6 on MPG

[Lisa]

And yes, I am so copying Shannon. lol

[Donna]

Task 16 Selection Post (Book 1)
104. Read 8 holiday books.

Late for Christmas by Amy Lane
156 pgs/GR
Qualification: The title.

[ book:Late for Christmas|59606377]

Just joining the club... LOL!!!