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PtP Around a Book in 80 days (T1)
🎁 SELCTION POST🎁Date April 21, 2024
Week 3
Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Tempest by Kris Michaels
pages - 430 Kindle Edition
Qualifications -
First published August 25, 2020 MP
Selection Post - Week 3Option 1 - 16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Book: A Cosmic Kind of Love by Samantha Young
Pages: 410
Qualifications: Published 10/18/2022
Completion Post - Week Two Option 2 - Read a book read by a teammate and rated at least 3 stars by 6 October 2023
Book: Twisted Games by Ana Huang
Pages: 451
How it fits: Avigail read on 12/23/23 and rated it 4 stars
Date Read: 4/21/24
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: After having met these characters in the first books in the series, I was a bit surprised that they would be featured in this story. That said, they were a very good fit for one another in the story, and I enjoyed the initial attraction, to enemies, to lovers story. I did feel like I could see the story of how these 2 ended up together a mile away, but the twist I didn't see coming was that the author combined the two ways I thought the relationship would work into one slightly tweaked solution. Looking forward to the next in the series.
I'll get post updated soon. Lost track with my granddaughters' birthday weekend. I'm going to need a long weekend nap. HahahahaThanks for posting the new call Sexyladi 😊
Selection PostWeek 3
Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Book: Shelter in Place
Author: Nora Roberts
Pages: 453
Qualifies: pub. date - May 29, 2018
☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "I'll get post updated soon. Lost track with my granddaughters' birthday weekend. I'm going to need a long weekend nap. HahahahaThanks for posting the new call Sexyladi 😊"
No problem😘
☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "Selection PostWeek 3
Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Book: Shelter in Place
Author: [..."
Carmen I dont see any 8's in this post does this book have another edition that qualifies?
Oh no I did it again. I fixed, thanks. I still have to post my completion for week 2. Ugh so tired this week It’s supposed to be 2018 not 2023. Lol
Option 115. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
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Option 2
Key date: 20 October 2023
Team mate read on or after this date and rated at least 3 stars
Option 3
Pass
A selection post must be made for whichever option you choose - INCLUDING A PASS
Refer msg 3 in your team thread for formatting of all 3 options.
2 hours ago
Sexyladi wrote: "Option 115. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
If you aren't sure how to insert links (book-link or list/shelf/tag-link) in your posts, pl..."
Hahaha thanks Sexyladi. I was just about to post when my tablet died. Now I really need to post my completion post. 😊
Completion PostWeek # 3 Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition.
Bookcover: Blood of Zeus by Meredith Wild & Angel Payne
Pages: 217 pages
Qualifications: First published August 25th 2020
Dates Read: 04/27/2024 DNFed 52% mark
Review: I usually don't DNF books; I give them a chance. The pacing of Blood of Zeus is slow for a short novel of 217 pages and the first of a series. I usually enjoy books based on Greek mythology, but you don't get the back story of both main characters and I felt lost, even as a Greek it was hard to pick up the book for now. It will be a soft DNF because I don't want to enter a reading slump if I continue reading this book.
Selection Post - Week #4Option 2 - Read a book read by a teammate on 20 October 2023 or after this date and rate at least 3 stars
Book: The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros
Pages: 473 pages
Qualifies: Read by ☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎on 04/06/24 and rated it 4 stars
Week #4 - Selection PostOption 1
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Bookcover/link: An Absolutely Remarkable Thing, Hank Green
Page numbers: 343 pages
How the book qualifies: aBSolUtely
Sorry guy s got my weeks confused all goog.
Completion Post Week 2
11. Mainland Europe
Read a book set in mainland Europe (aka Continental Europe)
Mainland Europe does not include the UK.
Read: 4/19/24
Rated: 4 stars
Review: Not sure what I would do if I had multiple husbands but this was a wild ride and enjoyable story but I wouldn’t know what I would have done or if I would lost my mind. Hahaha
🎁 COMPLETION POST🎁Date April 21, 2024
Week 3
Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Tempest by Kris Michaels
pages - 430 Kindle Edition
Qualifications -
First published August 25, 2020 MP
Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars🎧
Review - Started slow but the built up made it a great read! Spys, trauma, excitement, action love and intelligence and with the bad guys being very bad women. I definitely recommend this series!
🎁SELCTION POST🎁Date April 28, 2024
Week 4
Option 1
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
If you aren't sure how to insert links (book-link or list/shelf/tag-link) in your posts, please read these instructions in the Q&A thread
The Eveque by Lucian Bane
pages - 317 Kindle Edition
Qualifications - Bayou Bishops MC #2 MP
Having a problem adding books editing with this new page. How can I add and edit anybody?
Not sure what you’re seeing but if you’re on the phone app that will not work unless you use the phone internet and click edit. Maybe it’s work.
I am on my Kindle tablet 11 and everything has changed, no edit no add in book links the pages are all different. My Goodreads app is no longer on kindle is anyone else having this problem? It only has comment without reply, or edit.
I had to switch to my computer I don't know what's going on with my tablet.
Completion PostWeek #4
Option 1
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Bookcover/link: An Absolutely Remarkable Thing, Hank Green
Date Read: 27 April
Rating: ****1/2
Review:
A compelling parable/mystery with a wealth of underlying themes. April is difficult and complicated but ultimately likeable. However, the ending left me with a lot of questions.
Sexyladi wrote: "I am on my Kindle tablet 11 and everything has changed, no edit no add in book links the pages are all different. My Goodreads app is no longer on kindle is anyone else having this problem? It only..."Oh I just got that as well and haven't even looked into it. Ugh, not looking forward to the change.
☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ wrote: "Sexyladi wrote: "I am on my Kindle tablet 11 and everything has changed, no edit no add in book links the pages are all different. My Goodreads app is no longer on kindle is anyone else having this..."Now its back on my tablet I went to Goodreads app and it sent back to my original page. I hope this was a mistake and i won't see it again.😘
Hopefully 🤞🏼🤞🏼
Completion Post - Week 3Option 1 - 16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Book: A Cosmic Kind of Love by Samantha Young
Pages: 410
Qualifications: Published 10/18/2022
Rating: 3.75 stars
Date Read: 4/29/24
Review - Overall, I liked the chemistry between the 2 main characters, and liked the uniqueness of the premise. Some of the things they had to overcome became a bit too much but didn't reach the point of eye-rollingly over the top. Both Chris and Hallie were well-rounded, flawed characters who had great character arcs. It was very nice that neither MC came across as perfect and both had to do some growth to make their relationship work.
Selection Post - Week 4Option 1 - 15. BUS - Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Book: Behind the Net
Pages: 428
Qualifications: B, U, and S in title and series name.
Title: Behind the Net
Series: Vancouver Storm
Completion Post - Week 4Option 1 - 15. BUS - Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Book: Behind the Net
Pages: 428
Qualifications: B, U, and S in title and series name.
Title: Behind the Net
Series: Vancouver Storm
Date read: 4/30
Rating: 4 Stars
Review - Another book with great chemistry and characters that had strong character growth. Pippa was in a relationship with her high school sweetheart for years and allowed him to diminish her abilities to the point she didn't have enough faith in herself. On the other hand, Jamie, who I continually think of as Corbin because my dogs are Pippa and Corbin, is someone who doesn't want to get involved because of a failed relationship in the past where he prioritized taking care of his mom over the relationship. I very much liked the stories of both of these characters learning that they needed to make themselves a priority, that they couldn't make everyone else happy to the extent that they weren't, and that they both had the strength and ability to take care of themselves and others. Great romance, and great story overall.
Selection PostWeek 4
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Pages: 214
Qualifies: title has the letters B, U, & S
Completion PostWeek 3
Task: 16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
Book: Shelter in Place
Author: Nora Roberts
Pages: 453
Read: 5/2/24
Rated : 4 stars
Review: Whoa not sure how someone can make it mentally when something so terrible happens to people you love and know but these characters made it. Some survivors made the effort to heal and become stronger people but others won’t heal and still angry. The crazy chaos from some crazed person still out there causing pain but there’s still someone who will continue to get the killer.
Week 5Option 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
..https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/America...... if you are unsure, please check on wiki for the countries included.
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Option 2
Key date: 27 October 2023
Team mate read on or after this date and rated at least 3 stars
Option 3
Pass
A selection post must be made for whichever option you choose - INCLUDING A PASS
Refer msg 3 in your team thread for formatting of all 3 options
I finished yesterday night the week 4 book. I am out for a couple of errands and once I am home, I will write my completion post and the selection post for week 5.
Week #5 - Selection PostOption 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America.
Bookcover/link: Don’t Forget to Write, Sarah Goodman Confino
Page numbers: 334 pages
How the book qualifies: MP Settings -
New Jersey (United States), Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (United States), New Jersey Shore (United States), Pennsylvania (United States, 1960)
Completion Post- Week #4Option 2 - Read a book read by a teammate on 20 October 2023 or after this date and rate at least 3 stars
Book: The Things We Leave Unfinished by Rebecca Yarros
Pages: 473 pages
Qualifies: Read by ☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎on 04/06/24 and rated it 4 stars
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Date Read: 05/03/24
Review: With every book I read by Rebecca Yarros, I am surprised that she can write in every genre, and she will always have a surprise. The truth is that I got mixed up at the start of each chapter because I didn't know if it was the real letter of Georgia's great-grandparents or the manuscript.
I am a reader who likes poignant tales of war, love, and loss The Things We Leave Unfinished. It is a novel that weaves complex characters, historical settings, and emotional depth together. I will only tell you that its enemies-to-lovers romance, World War II backdrop, and themes of family and heartbreak may resonate with you as a nuanced exploration of the human experience. As you delve into the world of Georgia and Noah, you'll find yourself immersed in a tale of love, loss, and the power of storytelling.
Selection Post Week 5Option 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
..https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/America...... if you are unsure, please check on wiki for the countries included.
Book: Only for the Week
Author: Natasha Bishop
Page number: 244 pages
Qualifications: The book is set in Tulum, Mexican state of Quintana Roo.
Selection PostWeek 5
Option 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
Book: Ghost Town
Author: Rachel Caine
Pages: 335
Fits: set in Texas
🎁COMPLETION POST🎁Date April 28 2024
Week 4
Option 1
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
If you aren't sure how to insert links (book-link or list/shelf/tag-link) in your posts, please read these instructions in the Q&A thread
The Eveque by Lucian Bane
Date completed - May 05, 2024
pages - 317 Kindle Edition
Qualifications - Bayou Bishops MC #2 MP
Ratting. - 🌟🌟. 1/2 Stars🎧
Review - 2 1/2 Stars
This book is more of a continuation of book one and a lot of the story was taken up by the sister to the original heroine in book one.
For me, so far these books don’t have much of a MC feel to them. I didn’t enjoy much of the story I just felt lost with the characters and the story line didn't flow.
🎁 SELECTION POST🎁Date May 05, 2024
Week 5
Option 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
..https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/America...... if you are unsure, please check on wiki for the countries included.
Crushed by Brit DeMille
Pages - 282 Kindle Edition
Qualifications - Set in Las Vegas MP
Selection Post - Week 5Option 1 - 3. The Americas - Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
Book: The Look of Love by Bella Andre
Pages: 384
Qualifications: per description set in San Francisco.
Completion PostWeek # 5 Option 1 - 3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
..https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/America...... If you are unsure, please check the wiki for the countries included.
Book: Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop
Qualifications: Tulum, Mexico
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tulum
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐
Pages: link: Kindle Edition 244
Dates Read: 05/09/2024
Review: I believe in reading diversly, and a way to do it is by reading black or/and African American romance. After hearing so much praise for Only for the Week, I decided to pick it up and see what I thought.
Yes, it is a very open-door and spicy book that borders on erotica, but it also deals with family drama.
Janelle is a strong woman, but she needs someone strong who always has her back, someone like Rome.
Only for the Week is a summer vacation read, and the truth is that I traveled to Tulum through the pages. I had some trouble with Amerie and Arnold's relationship. It is a heat under the belt for Janelle. This book wasn't my cup of tea, but I understand people like the book, and I enjoyed Natasha Bishop's writing.
I've updated up to here. If I missed anyone, please let me know. I'm playing catch on my reading since my grandchildren kept me pretty busy the past fews days. Lol
Completion PostWeek # 5 Option 1 - 3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
Bookcover/link: Don’t Forget to Write, Sara Goodman Confino
Date Read: 4 May
Rating: *****
Review:
In Don’t Forget to Write Sara Goodman Confino paints a vivid picture of an affluent Jewish community in 1960. 20-year-old Marilyn rebels against the plan to find her a husband, and when she crashes through a stained glass window while snogging the rabbi's son, she's sent to spend the summer with her great-aunt in Philadelphia.
At its core this is a coming-of-age novel, but it sparkles because of its lovingly drawn characters and wonderful, detailed look at the era.
Completion PostWeek 4
15. BUS
Read a book with the letters B, U and S in the name of the title, series and/or author.
Read: 5/10/24
Rated : 4 stars
Review : Need more!
What a sweet and sad story but I can see that some of these characters will learn something about themselves. If course being in a small island where everyone will a lot of your secrets of your business will be something that Robyn will need to understand but I think she'll be find with it. Especially when she's trying to find her new self and she might have found something she is good at. Can't wait to see what happens next.
Week 6Option 1
8. Country
Read a book set in the country e.g. farm, ranch
For all the location/setting tasks, the book does not have to be solely set in that location; it simply needs at least one scene set there. The usual precise, main page, tag or list will need to be provided to show how the book qualifies.
In this case the following will work:
* the precis includes a reference to the country, ranch, farm etc
* the book is tagged/shelved with an appropriate reference to country, ranch, farm etc
* the book is set in the wilderness/remote areas
* the bookcover shows a country setting.
Please ask if you are not sure.
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Option 2
Key date: 3 November 2023
Team mate read on or after this date and rated at least 3 stars
Option 3
Pass
A selection post must be made for whichever option you choose - INCLUDING A PASS
Refer msg 3 in your team thread for formatting of all 3 options
🎁 COMPLETION POST🎁Date May 05, 2024
Week 5
Option 1
3. The Americas
Read a book set in a country in North America or South America
..https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/America...... if you are unsure, please check on wiki for the countries included.
Crushed by Brit DeMille
Pages - 282 Kindle Edition
Qualifications - Set in Las Vegas MP
Date completed - 05/11/2024
Rating - 🌟🌟🌟 1/2 Stars
Review -
Its was okay, The Tension between Evan and Holly is smoldering , I usually love a good hockey romance but the storyline was really predictable.
🎁SELECTION POST🎁Date May 11, 2024
Week 6
Option 1
8. Country
Read a book set in the country e.g. farm, ranch
For all the location/setting tasks, the book does not have to be solely set in that location; it simply needs at least one scene set there. The usual precise, main page, tag or list will need to be provided to show how the book qualifies.
In this case the following will work:
* the precis includes a reference to the country, ranch, farm etc
* the book is tagged/shelved with an appropriate reference to country, ranch, farm etc
* the book is set in the wilderness/remote areas
* the bookcover shows a country setting.
Mackenzie's Mountain by Linda Howard
Pages -Kindle Edition, 375 pages
Qualifications - See above cover
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Option 1
16. Around the World in 80 Days
Read a book with 8 and 0 in the publication date of the book's first Kindle edition
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Option 2
Key date: 13 October 2023
Team mate read on or after this date and rated at least 3 stars
Option 3
Pass
A selection post must be made for whichever option you choose - INCLUDING A PASS
Refer msg 3 in your team thread for formatting of all 3 options.