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PtP - Brew HaHa! (1)
MountainKat wrote: "Tracking has been updated again! Here is what it looks like:Weeks 1 through 5 - Complete!
Week 6 - Missing MN Lisa's Selection Post. Missing Completion Posts from Aoife and MN Lisa.
Lisa please..."
Whoops. Selected and Read (at least in my brain I did it). Now I've actually done it. :)
Thanks Lisa! And thanks too Aoife for letting us know!
NEW THEME!Week 7
Option 1
9. Caffe Americano
Book set in the Americas - South or North. (American continent and associated islands)
Option 2
Key date: 5 May 2023
State date your teammate read the book and their rating
Book from your teammate's shelf must have been read on or after this date, and rated at least 3 stars. Please note all three pieces of information on your post - teamie, date & rating.
Option 3
Pass
Allowed one person per team per week, and once every 4 weeks per person.
The only hard part about this one is going to be figuring what I want to read next...
Selection Post
Week #: 7
Book: Try by Ella Frank
Pages: 384 Pages
How it fits: Set in Chicago, IL, USA, North America
MountainKat wrote: "The only hard part about this one is going to be figuring what I want to read next..."too many options...
Completion Post
Week #6
Task 5. Coffee is a significant agricultural crop for many countries.
Selection Post
Option 2
Book: On the Edge
Pages: 340
Date: 03/11
Rating: 4/5
Review:
This is my first Ilona Andrews book and I really liked it! I loved the relationship between Rose and her brothers, the family aspects was well thought out and flowed into the story with ease. I do wish Declan wasn't so good at "letting people come to their own conclusions" but overall the romance was what I wanted it to be.
Aoife wrote: "Completion Post
Week #6
Task 5. Coffee is a significant agricultural crop for many countries.
Selection Post
Option 2
Book: On the Edge
Pages: 340
Date: 03/11
Rating: 4/5
Revi..."
I'm glad you enjoyed this! I found that this series is more a series of interconnected (nearly) stand alones. They do get more related further into the series, but not as much as their other series.
MountainKat wrote: "Aoife wrote: "Completion Post
Week #6
Task 5. Coffee is a significant agricultural crop for many countries.
Selection Post
Option 2
Book: On the Edge
Pages: 340
Date: 03/11
Rat..."
I really loved the brothers and Rose! I usually have such issues with sibling relationships in stories (people just seem to overdo them a lot and I have a much more relaxed relationship with my brothers as the only girl incl cousins for the most part so I never get why people write brother's has overbearing and think it's a good thing?) and the fantasy element was really cool in it. I want to know more about the Duchess and her family 👀
Selection Post
Week # 7
Task 9. Caffe Americano
Book set in the Americas - South or North. (American continent)
Option: 1
Book: Curse the Day
Pages: 204
How it fits: set in the Pocono Mountains
There's a coffee shop in my book called Brew HaHa! Thought it was fate
I’m reading identity by Nora Roberts, set in Vermont. I’ll be away from my laptop for a couple days. So I’ll post my selection later on Monday or so :) happy weekend everyone!
Week 7: 9. Caffe Americano.Selection Post
Bayou Beauty by Lexi Blake, 336 p. per GRSet in Papillon, Louisianna in North America.
From precis: "Sylvie Martine was prepared to take Washington D.C. by storm, but she put that dream on hold when her beloved hometown of Papillon, Louisiana, needed her most. Now Sylvie's the mayor of the tiny town on the bayou that holds her heart."
Completion Post
Week # 7
Task 9. Caffe Americano
Book set in the Americas - South or North. (American continent)
Curse the Day
Pages: 204
Date: 04/11
Rating: 3.75/5
Review: This was really cute! The murder mystery was pretty light and it focused a lot on building relationships/ giving a view of the town but it was still a good balance. It was easy to follow along and I was intrigued by the characters. Will continue the series!
Week 7: 9. Caffe Americano.Completion Post
Bayou Beauty by Lexi Blake, 336 p. per GRSet in Papillon, Louisianna in North America.
From precis: "Sylvie Martine was prepared to take Washington D.C. by storm, but she put that dream on hold when her beloved hometown of Papillon, Louisiana, needed her most. Now Sylvie's the mayor of the tiny town on the bayou that holds her heart."
Completed 11.4.2023 *4 Stars*
This was a delightfully sweet story that didn't fall into the usual issues especially those dealing with loving/dating/sleeping with/marrying your best friend's sister. The family (especially the best friend/brother) were all for the relationship and that was just wonderful. There was some awful, though not immediate, family that made up much of the conflict and drama in this story - I'm glad they got what they deserved in the end. I'm really enjoying this series as I usually do with the author. Well narrated by Jessica Almasy.
Selection Post - Week #7 - Option 1Book: Keepsake by Sarina Bowen
Pages: 314
How it fits: Set in rural Vermont. From precis: "Lark jumps at the chance to spend fall in Vermont."
Completion Post - Week #7 - Option 1Book: Keepsake by Sarina Bowen
Pages: 314
How it fits: Set in rural Vermont. From precis: "Lark jumps at the chance to spend fall in Vermont."
Date read: 11/4/23
Rating: 4.5 stars
Review: This was my favorite in the series so far. I loved the chemistry between Zach and Lark. His inexperience combined with fear of abandonment as a result of being kicked out of a cult, was such a unique approach to a character who could have just come across as a hardworking golden boy. Her PTSD from being kidnapped was so realistic. The two of them felt like a couple that needed one another to grow, and I truly loved their journey.
Christy wrote: "Selection Post - Week #7 - Option 1Book: Keepsake by Sarina Bowen
Pages: 314
How it fits: Set in rural Vermont"
Christy, you need to include how you know the book is set in Vermont - is it in the precis (use a quote) or a tag? So Jane knows where the qualification comes from. Thanks!
MountainKat wrote: "Christy wrote: "Selection Post - Week #7 - Option 1Book: Keepsake by Sarina Bowen
Pages: 314
How it fits: Set in rural Vermont"
Christy, you need to include how ..."
Just updated since Jane hasn't reviewed yet.
Selection Post - Week #7 - Option 1Book: Identity
Pages: 448
How it fits: précis says “ Soon she has no choice but to flee to her mother's home in Vermont.”
Christy wrote: "Just updated since Jane hasn't reviewed yet.Great, could make the same change in your Selection Post too. 😊
Updated the tracking again:Weeks 1 through 6 - COMPLETE!!
Week 7 - Missing Michaele's Selection Post and several completions.
Just a status update, still plenty of time.
Sorry, I have a harder time choosing when there are so many options!
Michaele wrote: "Sorry, I have a harder time choosing when there are so many options!"I know! It wasn't easy, so I just decided which of my remaining M&G books I wanted to read next and then made sure it had something to qualify it.
Selection Post - Week #7 - Option 1
Breakaway
Pages: 240
How it fits: Main page location Florida
[*book:Breakaway|27384973]
Completion Post - Week #7 - Option 1
Breakaway
Pages: 240
How it fits: Main page location Florida
Read: 11/8
Rating:5 stars
Review: I love this series, the humor in it really works for me. This isn't my favorite of the series, but it is still a great book. Though I can see why this book wouldn't work for everyone.
[*book:Breakaway|27384973]
Completion Post
Week #: 7
Book: Try
Date Completed: 11/8/2023
Rating: *****
Review: I just love Logan and Tate. Tate is straight, Logan is not, and does his best to convince Tate to give him a try....and when Tate does the sheets burn up. Lots of drama, lots of heated looks and nakde times. One of my all-time favorite series. Ugh. I can't wait to read it again.
MountainKat wrote: "Christy wrote: "Just updated since Jane hasn't reviewed yet.Great, could make the same change in your Selection Post too. 😊"
Fixed that one too...
Finished my book too. Shall post my completion first thing tomorrow morning when I’m back on my laptop.
Great work everyone! The ONLY thing outstanding for us in the entire challenge so far is Aiswrya's last completion - and she has already read the book.If we keep this up, we will be in excellent shape to try to win in the last week - and that is getting closer!
NEW THEME!Week 8
Option 1
3. Earliest credible evidence of coffee-drinking as the modern beverage appears in 15th Century
Read an historical romance.
Must have MPG 'Historical' - that is, 'Historical' shows as one of the genres on the book's main genre.
You can click on 'more' once to see the extended list, but if you cannot continue with 'show all' and use the full page of genres.
Option 2
Key date: 12 May 2023
State date your teammate read the book and their rating
Book from your teammate's shelf must have been read on or after this date, and rated at least 3 stars. Please note all three pieces of information on your post - teamie, date & rating.
Option 3
Pass
Allowed one person per team per week, and once every 4 weeks per person
I know this is not the one you wanted Michaele, especially after needing to read a HR in TART recently! I still recommend Into Deep Waters though. The audio is very good and I believe I could loan it to you if you don't have it available to you.Or Option 2 or even Option 3 is a way to avoid another historical.
Week 8: 3. Earliest credible evidence of coffee-drinking as the modern beverage appears in 15th Century.Selection Post
Saving Grace by Julie Garwood, 436 p. per GRMPG Historical Romance.
@Michaele. I'm thinking of reading for Option 2 from your MM Shelf...which one was your favorite?
MountainKat wrote: "I know this is not the one you wanted Michaele, especially after needing to read a HR in TART recently! I still recommend Into Deep Waters though. The audio is very good and I belie..."Thank you! We actually are doing another historical for TART (we chose past over future) I am re-reading Kidnapped by the Pirate for that so I can use it here too. :)
MN Lisa wrote: "@Michaele. I'm thinking of reading for Option 2 from your MM Shelf...which one was your favorite?"Favorite ever? That's hard, or well I guess read in the last few months...
I've really been enjoying AJ Sherwood's books lately, so any of her's would be good.
Have you read The Amazing Alpha Tau Boyfriend Project? It's new and it was surprisingly sweet and cute. I've liked all the books Lisa Henry and Sarah Honey have written together (more than those they've written individually).
Does that help?
Michaele wrote: "MN Lisa wrote: "@Michaele. I'm thinking of reading for Option 2 from your MM Shelf...which one was your favorite?"Favorite ever? That's hard, or well I guess read in the last few months...
I've..."
That one looks super cute. I'm gonna make that my selection for this week. Thanks!
But...just curious...favorite all time??
I don't think I could pick favorite ever! You?
Week 8: 3. Earliest credible evidence of coffee-drinking as the modern beverage appears in 15th Century.Selection Post
Kidnapped by the Pirate
298 p. per GR
MPG Historical Romance.
[*book:Kidnapped by the Pirate|36436294]
Michaele wrote: "I don't think I could pick favorite ever! You?"Always depends on the genre. I have a favorite GFY, Hurt/Comfort, Daddy/boy, etc. But to pick one true favorite, unless someone's life depended on it, I don't think I could.
Completion PostWeek 8: 3. Earliest credible evidence of coffee-drinking as the modern beverage appears in 15th Century.
Kidnapped by the Pirate
298 p. per GR
MPG Historical Romance.
Read: 11/11
Rating: 4 stars
Review: Y'all know historicals are not my thing, but this was a fun one. There was a lot of action and a bit of angst, but Nathaniel kept the book fun. He was a lighthearted MC who found joy even in his captivity, a great counterpoint to the broody Hawk.
[*book:Kidnapped by the Pirate|36436294]
Completion Post - Week #7 - Option 1Identity
Read: 11/7
Rating: 3 stars
Review: alright read. The main problem was that the story was so cyclical. The killer kills someone, the feds and Morgan go on high alert, and the culprit goes into hiding again. Repeat. Not fun. And the romance was non existent, but the dude asks to her to marry him. I was honestly taken aback lol! The only redeeming quality was the beautiful writing.
Selection Post
Week #8
3. Earliest credible evidence of coffee-drinking as the modern beverage appears in 15th Century.
Option: 1
MPG Historical
Odds on the Rake
Pages: 300
How it hits: MPG historical romance
Selection Post - Week 8 - Option 1Book: How to Be a Wallflower by Eloisa James
Pages: 384
How it fits: MPG Historical Romance
Selection Post
Week #: 8
Book: The Amazing Alpha Tau Boyfriend Project by Lisa Henry
Pages: 173 Pages
How it fits:
Team Member: Michaele
Their Read Date: Nov 02, 2023
Their Rating: ****
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Week #: 6
Book: Touch Me Gently by J.R. Loveless
Date Completed: 10/28/2023
Rating: ****
Review: Kaden has been through a lot in his 19 years. He ends up on a Ranch in Montana and meet Logan. Logan is the rancher who, with patience, teaches Kaden to trust and love again. Loved this story.