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message 201: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments We can all pick different people if we want but it has to be a book one of them have read for this challenge so far ..think series rule works as well


message 202: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Had a quick look through their thread but theyve read too much so will check properly tomorrow


message 203: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Gift exchange thread is up, starts tomorrow
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


message 204: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments I'm gonna ask about series rule because I found a series I want to start which will be easier than going through more of their books (they sure are competitive lol)


message 205: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Linking the post so I don't have to find it again if series rule applies https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


message 206: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments okay I'll take a look at their thread, thanks ladies!


message 207: by Janeylou (last edited Nov 06, 2023 06:05AM) (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Completion post
Task 10 - 71. Pick another team and each member reads one book that was read by a member for this challenge. No pass for this task
Team picking from Team 10 Rubber Duckies

The Art of Possession
Cari Z.
195 pgs
2nd November
4 stars
Fits ..read by Wende
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Re read for me , but still enjoyed . Action packed from start to finish


message 208: by Janeylou (last edited Nov 03, 2023 03:52PM) (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments ❤️Completion posts ❤️
Task 10 - 71. Pick another team and each member reads one book that was read by a member for this challenge. No pass for this task
Team picking from Team 10 Rubber Duckies

Janeylou
Trio
Caipi
Amanda


message 209: by Trio (last edited Nov 04, 2023 03:05PM) (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Completion post, Task 10
71. Pick another team and each member reads one book that was read by a member for this challenge. No pass for this task
Team picking from Team 10 Rubber Duckies

Don't Twunk with My Heart by Renae Kaye
200 pages
How it Fits: read by Wende
Read: 4 Nov
Rating: 4 stars
Review: It's been a long time since I've read a Renae Kaye, and I enjoyed that. I knew Joel Leslie's narration was going to drive me bonkers, he has the worst Australian accent lol.


message 210: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments the series rule does apply, right? or does it need to be the actual book they read?


message 211: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Trio wrote: "the series rule does apply, right? or does it need to be the actual book they read?"

Series rule applies! I asked in the q&a


message 212: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments cool, thanks Amanda - boy oh boy that's a chatty group hahaha


message 213: by Caipi (last edited Nov 03, 2023 03:39PM) (new)

Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1377 comments Completion post
Task 10 - 71. Pick another team and each member reads one book that was read by a member for this challenge. No pass for this task
Team picking from Team 10 Rubber Duckies

Jon's Crazy Head-Boppin' Mystery by A.J. Sherwood
Pages: 201
How it qualifies: read by Helke (book #5 / series rule)
Read: November 3rd
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
An interesting mystery and a great relationship development. 😊👍🏻


message 214: by Amanda (last edited Nov 06, 2023 05:50AM) (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Completion post Task 10 - 71. Pick another team and each member reads one book that was read by a member for this challenge. No pass for this task
Team picking from Team 10 Rubber Duckies

Madison Square Murders (Memento Mori, #1) by C.S. Poe
Madison Square Murders by C.S. Poe
299 Pages
How it qualifies: Dee read book 3
Date Read: 11/6/2023
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: CS Poe writes really great characters and interesting mysteries. I think I like Doyle and Larkin even more than Snow and Winter and I did not expect that!


message 215: by Caipi (new)

Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1377 comments Updated my post to completion.


message 216: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments I"m done too


message 217: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments I'll have mine done in the middle of the night I'm sure lol but I'll update tomorrow


message 218: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments I want to read that series Amanda, I'm looking forward to seeing how you liked it.


message 219: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments I havent read it yet either


message 220: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments It was really good! I'm sad that I have so many books planned so I can't start the next one yet. If you like Snow&Winter you'll like it, but I actually think it's better


message 221: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Just realised i havent done a completion post and i finished it days ago (2nd) ..will post now


message 222: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Checked us in


message 223: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31770 comments Here is your next task!

Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

Books selected for this task need to be set in the US. You can use the book details on the main page, title, precis, tags or lists as your qualification. Remember to let me know how you know your books qualify, I need to know where to look to confirm you books! Please include any necessary links and information in your completion posts.


message 224: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments This should be easy ..phew !!!


message 225: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Yes and glad the two books I started today are set in London so I don’t feel like I wasted them!


message 226: by Janeylou (last edited Nov 08, 2023 03:17PM) (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Completion post
Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US

Out of the Blues by
Mercy Celeste
328 pgs
8 november
4 stars
Fits..MP Settings Georgia
Families eh, who'd have them !!!! Both MCs are messed up but good to see them come together and work on there problems


Stand by Your Manny
Amy Lane
182 pgs
4.25 stars
8 nov
MP Settings California
I enjoyed a lot although both MCs were 21 but came across as much younger . Good to catch up with others from the series


message 227: by Trio (last edited Nov 08, 2023 01:36PM) (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Completion post, Task 11
37. Read 6 books set in the US
The Ghost and Charlie Muir by Felice Stevens
328 pages
How it Fits: set in New York State (Brooklyn)
Read: 8 Nov
Rating: 5 stars
Review: What an absolutely stunning story! I do love Felice Stevens' novels, but The Ghost and Charlie Muir is something truly special. I'm kicking myself for waiting so long to read it lol.

A perfectly crafted paranormal romance, Stevens weaves a poignant tale of past lovers / friends to lovers all engineered by a crafty, cranky ghost. Plus the familiar themes of first time, coming out, and hurt/comfort which the author does so flawlessly.

The Ghost and Charlie Muir is beautifully performed by Kale Williams.


message 228: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments my Speedy team is up for the win in Bingo, so I've got to read that book first and it's not long enough to work for this challenge unfortunately, but I put my selection post there for you to link Janeylou :)


message 229: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments I read Out of the Blues a few months ago Janeylou and I really loved it, I gave it 5 stars. I hope you enjoy it!


message 230: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Would you believe that none of my upcoming books (besides the London ones) say where they take place! I might "need" to read the next two Poe books


message 231: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Trio wrote: "I read Out of the Blues a few months ago Janeylou and I really loved it, I gave it 5 stars. I hope you enjoy it!"

I read it years ago Trio ( 7, judlst checked ) and lived it so hoping for an enjoyable re read .
I cant finish till tomorrow though, because of TW


message 232: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Trio wrote: "my Speedy team is up for the win in Bingo, so I've got to read that book first and it's not long enough to work for this challenge unfortunately, but I put my selection post there for you to link J..."

Good luck for Bingo , lisa doesnt do the books for winning anymore.
Last round i should have recieved a book but didnt and i put my name down to gift a book but didnt get asked . So not sure if it just got too much to organise


message 233: by Janeylou (last edited Nov 07, 2023 12:46PM) (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments ❤️COMPLETION POSTS❤️
Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

janeylou
Trio
Caipi
Amanda


message 234: by Amanda (last edited Nov 08, 2023 03:12PM) (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Completion Post Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

Book 1
Subway Slayings (Memento Mori #2) by C.S. Poe
Subway Slayings by C.S. Poe
274 Pages
How it qualifies: MPG Setting New York
Date Read: 11/7/2023
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: Larkin is just such an amazing character. The mystery wrap up got a little convoluted for me, but I still overall enjoyed this one

Book 2
Broadway Butchery (Memento Mori #3) by C.S. Poe
Broadway Butchery by C.S. Poe
311 Pages
How it qualifies: "The Cold Case Squad of the NYPD..." and "Routine construction at a Broadway souvenir" in precis
Date Read: 11/9
Rating; 4 Stars
Review: Wait, no I thought this was the ending, I don't want to wait for more! I love Larkin and Doyle each opening up to one another and just being so sweet. The mystery was better done this time. And Noah still sucks.


message 235: by Caipi (last edited Nov 09, 2023 05:45AM) (new)

Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1377 comments Completion Post Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

Feeding the Soul by Annabella Michaels
Pages: 271
How it qualifies: from the precis: "....the proud owner of Romero’s, a hugely successful and critically acclaimed Italian restaurant, nestled in the heart of Chicago."
Read: November 9th
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3.5)
Predictable but sweet. 😊


message 236: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Caipi wrote: "Selection Post Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

Feeding the Soul by Annabella Michaels
Pages: 271
How it qualifies: from the precis: "....the proud owner..."


Ive just finished book 3 Caipi 😁


message 237: by Caipi (new)

Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1377 comments Janeylou wrote: "Caipi wrote: "Selection Post Task 11 - 37. Read 6 books set in the US.

Feeding the Soul by Annabella Michaels
Pages: 271
How it qualifies: from the precis: "....t..."


I only stumbled across this book/series because of our Halloween Roundup Challenge. I'm in the middle now and am really enjoying it so far. 😊👍🏻


message 238: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Theres quite a few left in the series as well


message 239: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Amanda wrote: "Would you believe that none of my upcoming books (besides the London ones) say where they take place! I might "need" to read the next two Poe books"

haha you're such a good sport Amanda!


message 240: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments I'm done and updated my post to completion.


message 241: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Im hopining to finish 2nd book tonight


message 242: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Janeylou wrote: "Im hopining to finish 2nd book tonight"

I did read another book set in the US, but it isn't a romance so I don't think it would work for this challenge - also, I know how fast you read Janeylou so this probably woudn't be too much of a hardship for you 🤣🤣.


message 243: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Janeylou wrote: "Good luck for Bingo , lisa doesnt do the books for winning anymore.
Last round i should have recieved a book but didnt and i put my name down to gift a book but didnt get asked . So not sure if it just got too much to organise ..."


I've noticed that too Janeylou - I've won in the past and been gifted a book. And I usually offer to be the gifter for a winner too. She doesn't always ask though, so I don't think she does it every time.

This year though, she did ask for donations - and she posted in our Speedy thread to PM her with our wish lish link and email address...

I think it's really nice to have a gift for the winners.


message 244: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Trio wrote: "Janeylou wrote: "Im hopining to finish 2nd book tonight"

I did read another book set in the US, but it isn't a romance so I don't think it would work for this challenge - also, I know how fast you..."


Im on a bit of a roll at the moment . Have cut my hours down at work so knly working 2 mornings now and chris been at cottage last 2 weeks so had plenty of spare time .
But im starting a Tai Chi & a dance class next week 🕺


message 245: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Trio wrote: "Janeylou wrote: "Good luck for Bingo , lisa doesnt do the books for winning anymore.
Last round i should have recieved a book but didnt and i put my name down to gift a book but didnt get asked . S..."


Just looked and she didnt ask for donations until 22 october 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️
Dont know what happened last round


message 246: by Amanda (new)

Amanda (bookoutbelow) | 4062 comments Updated mine to completion


message 247: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments Ive finished also ..over to you Caipi


message 248: by Trio (new)

Trio | 2794 comments Tai Chi & a dance class next week ...

wow, you inspire me Janeylou!


message 249: by Caipi (new)

Caipi (bookaholic17) | 1377 comments Updated my post to completion and checked us in.


message 250: by Janeylou (new)

Janeylou | 2999 comments 👍👍


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