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TART9 - Read It & Weep (7)
@Emily I'm going to have to finally get to The Game (and others). I have it, but I have been a sucky reader lately. I've been mainly picking my books based on challenges and since I've been slowly reading a kindle edition of something else (for a challenge) that I'm not enjoying. I had to pick something on audio for this. You're review of The Game lets me know I need to make it fit somewhere soon.
Shan ~A~ wrote: "Emily wrote: "@Shan-A-Playboy Pilot Going to have to check this one out. I do not read a bunch of pilot ones, not sure why but your review and reread makes me want to seek this ou..."
Me too, I forget about her sometimes but each book I have read is stellar.
Shan ~A~ wrote: "@Emily I'm going to have to finally get to The Game (and others). I have it, but I have been a sucky reader lately. I've been mainly picking my books based on challenges and since I've been slowly ..."It was so much fun, Really liked Bella she is a bit of a quirky nerd and I think that is what draws Christian in. Has some funny moments.
COMPLETION POSTTask #2 - Each player reads a book by the same author, teams decide author - VI KEELAND
The Summer Proposal by Vi KeelandPage numbers with source: 324 pages, Kindle Edition
Date Completed: April 17
Rating/Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
I'm not afraid to admit I was anxious that Georgia wasn't going to get her happily ever after with Max. Max was just the right mix of strong, charming and marshmallow from the second he pretended to be Georgia's date. Georgia's indecision was at times frustrating, but it also bought some reality and tension to the fairytale whirlwind romance. And a special mention goes to Otto who was such a fun side character.
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“Whatever you think is so complicated, isn't. Don't wait until you're seventy and sick to figure out that life is pretty simple. Be with the people you love, and your life will feel full in the end, whenever that time may come.”
TASK 2Each player reads a book by the same author, teams decide author - no pass for this task.
Vi Keeland
Book: The Rivals by Vi Keeland
Page Count: 353 (Kindle Edition)
Qualifies: Vi Keeland
Date Completed: 4/17/24
Rating/Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Always a favorite
I found 2 secs to post my completion, if it's possible to someone post to the general thread. I'm having a meeting in 2mins :)Once I finish I can post if anyone hasn't been able to do so.
Task #2 Completed- Author of Team's choice - Vi KeelandShan~A~ https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Emily https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Chris: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Julie:https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Emily wrote: "Completion PostTask 2 - 1. Each player reads a book by the same author, teams decide author - no pass for this task. Vi Keeland
Book The Game
Author Vi Keeland
Pag..."
Please correct to the first edition Kindle page count (323). Thanks.
Because I am not waiting for corrections this early in the challenge...Here is your next task!
Task 3 - 6. Read 4 books with fewer than 500 reviews.
Books qualifying for this task need to have fewer than 500 reviews (not ratings). You can find this information on the main book page under the title. Please include the number of reviews in your completion posts. If your selected book might have over 500 reviews before the task is completed, i.e. it is a newer book or has over 490 reviews already, a screen shot might be advisable.
MountainKat wrote: "Emily wrote: "Completion PostTask 2 - 1. Each player reads a book by the same author, teams decide author - no pass for this task. Vi Keeland
Book The Game
Author [author:Vi Keelan..."
Done
COMPLETION POSTTask #3 - 6. Read 4 books with fewer than 500 reviews.
The Vampire Debt by Ali WintersPage numbers with source: 286 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualifies: 208 Reviews
Date Completed: April 18
Rating/Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
A bargin has been made to settle a debt, and a battle of wills unfolds to see whether Alaric or Clara will relent first. If you are a sucker for an enemies to lovers troupe, with a pride & prejudice style and the lore of vampires, this book is a great read. As the first in the series, it was just a teaser at a larger vampire world and the cliffhanger definitely has me wanting to read what will happen next.
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“I’m not afraid of you,” I say, meaning it. He’s trying to scare me, but even now, if he wanted, he could have killed me before I could think to stop him. But he hasn’t, his posture isn’t even threatening, instead he looks as though he’s holding himself back from something far more dangerous to us both. And part of me is responding to that part of him.
TASK 3Read 4 books with fewer than 500 reviews.
Book: Salvation by Jane Henry
Page Count: 256 (Kindle Edition)
Qualifies: 121 Reviews
Date Completed: 4/18/24
Rating/Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nice addition to the series.
I will have mine in am, have had granddaughter all day.
All good Emily. Shan~A~ has yet to post for this task as well.I hope you enjoy your time with your granddaughter. We are currently in the middle of school holidays and I have extra teens around yelling at screens and eating like locusts.😂
Completion PostTask 3 - 16. Read 4 books with fewer than 500 reviews.
Book: His Main Attraction
Pages: 220
How it fits: 170 reviews
Finished: 04/18
Rating: 2 stars
Review: I really can't explain why this book annoyed me, but when I start rolling my eyes at something that happens, I know it's going downhill. I will say that the sex scenes were hot, but she almost took me out of the moment with vagina and derriere during the scene.
Vagina is a clinical term, plus she used p**sy when they weren't even having sex. And I don't even know what to say about derriere. I would have preferred closed door to that. I guess I should just be happy she didn't say penis.
Completion Post Task 3 16. Read 4 books with fewer than 500 reviews.
Book Outlaw's Promise
Pages 373
How it fits 421 reviews
Rating 4 stars
Annabelle saved Carrick O'Harra twelve years ago, she was young and should have been afraid at the hulk of a man but she didn't flinch. Carrick owed her a marker and gave her a necklace as thanks. Years later Annabelle needs a miracle as her stepfather has put her up for auction.
Carrick never thought he would hear from Annabelle again, but when she calls he is a one man force that comes and rescues her. The problem is the man who bought her wants her back and will do everything in his power to get her.
This was entertaining and fast paced. Carrick was a bit of a mess, he had a dark broody personality which took a bit to get his head adjusted when it came to Annabelle. I liked Annabelle, but did wonder why she had not left her stepfathers when she got the chance.
Here is your next task!Task 4 - 3. Each player reads a book by a new to you author - no pass for this task.
To qualify for this task, the selected books need to be written by a new to you author. You may have other books by the selected author on your shelves, but only the book selected for this task can be marked as read/rated. Include a link to your read shelf in your completion post, ideally sorted to your selected author. Please make sure the book you read for this task is on your shelves and marked as read. If your profile is private, you will either need to open if for the duration of this task or friend me so I can confirm your book. If I cannot confirm your book, the task is not completed.
Looking for mine
Julie wrote: "Shan~A~ your review was great. 😂"Thank you!
COMPLETION POST - Task #4 - Each player reads a book by a new to you author
Love at First SpitePage numbers with source: 298 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualifies: - New to me Author Anna E. Collins
Read Shelf: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...
Date Completed: April 20
Rating/Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
In the author's own words, this story is a romantic comedy about Dani Porter, an interior designer who simply refuses to turn the other cheek when her fiancé cheats on her. Surprisingly, the book was equal parts funny and insightful. Dani's tenacity pulled off the revenge scheme fantasied by many, but it did feel a too fortunate at times.
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"Will this feeling go away? ... Like I've ruined everything. There's nothing good left." She smiles. "You young people. Everything is the end. I'll say it again. No one's dead. You're a self sufficient woman. You start over."
We have a b-day party for my little one tomorrow, so with all the preparations, I haven't been able to read much. Most likely, I'll finish my book sometime on Monday.
Thanks for letting us know Chris. I hope the party goes well and good memories made.
Task COMPLETION POST - Task #4 - Each player reads a book by a new to you authorBook/cover linkKincaid/Marie James
Page numbers with source 248 GR
How book qualified, with links or cover as necessary. New to me author
Date Completed. 4.21
Rating/Review
4 Stars
Diego "Kincaid" Anderson is a man who will not tolerate the abuse of women and when he sees Emmalyn Mikaelson being abused by her husband he offers her an out. Kincaid finds himself fiercely protective of Emmalyn and he wants her. Being forced out of town for work, Kincaid keeps Emmalyn protected while getting to know her. Falling hard for the skittish woman, he goes about wooing her but the threat to her has amplified and Kincaid needs to figure out a way to end the danger once and for all.
I liked this one, will definitely be reading more in this series. New to me author and was thrilled I picked this one up. A bit angsty but overall I thought the chemistry was there and enjoyed the flow of the story.
TASK 4Each player reads a book by a new to you author - no pass for this task.
Book: Terrible Beauty by Anna Zaires
Page Count: 266 (Kindle Edition)
Qualifies: Books by Anna Zaires in my list.
Date Completed: 4/22/24
Rating/Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I liked it, I'm going to read the next one sometime soon.
Shan~A~ how are you tracking with this task?
Finished. Will post when I make it home to computer
I'm not going to read the next one... I was checking the reviews (I know ... I know) and apparently pregnancy and cancer are involved in the next book... so I think I'll pass.
Completion PostTask 3. Each player reads a book by a new to you author - no pass for this task.
Book: Call Me Maybe
Pages: 220
How it fits: New to me author
Finished: 04/22
Rating: 4 stars
Review: This was a really cute story with a relatable issue. Vera is having an issue with her website for her business, so she does what we all do and call customer service for some troubleshooting help. And that is how she meets Cal. There interactions are just so fun. The hit it off in more ways than one. Plus, they are both dealing with some family issues. The story doesn't take place over a long time period, but it is in no way rushed. Honestly this is the first time in a while I've enjoyed a non-steamy romance. I will definitely be reading more book by Ms. Cara.
Julie if you would like the last person to post to check in, just let us know. I don't mind doing that if needed.
Chris wrote: "I'm not going to read the next one... I was checking the reviews (I know ... I know) and apparently pregnancy and cancer are involved in the next book... so I think I'll pass."The one you just read looks right up my alley. Added to TBR
Shan~A~ that would be great as I’m currently at work & it’s impossible to do on my phone.
Emily wrote: "Chris wrote: "I'm not going to read the next one... I was checking the reviews (I know ... I know) and apparently pregnancy and cancer are involved in the next book... so I think I'll pass."The o..."
That one was good, but the next one in the series... I'm not if it will hit the mark for me...
I will check your books later. Here is your next task!
Task 5 - 19. Each teammate reads a book another teammate read and rated 4 Stars or higher in the last 3 months. No pass for this task.
Books selected for this task need to have been read by a teammate on or after January 22, 2024 and rated at least 4 stars. (Series rule applies.) Please include a link to the teammate's review or read shelf showing the selected book in your completion post.
Thanks Shan~A~ for posting our Task #4 completion. If the last person to complete does this it would be helpful given the different time zones.
Task 5 - 19. Here's the link to our read lists in the Task summaryI'm starting Hell on Wheels by Penny Dee from Emily's list.
I'm going with Hail No by LLV from Julie's list.
COMPLETION POST - Task #5 - 19. Each teammate reads a book another teammate read and rated 4 Stars or higher in the last 3 months. 
Hell on Wheels by Penny DeePage numbers with source: 260 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualifies: - Read by Emily
Emily's review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Date Completed: April 24
Rating/Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Despite their tortured pasts, Chance and Cassidy were likeable characters and their slow burn romance was so worth the wait. The plot with Cassidy's brother came to a very satisfying end. I also loved the epilogue from Chance's perspective.
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“I want to touch you more than anything in the whole fucking world. Do you understand me?” His hands came down to cup my face. “I want to kiss you more than I want fucking oxygen. I want to bury myself so deep inside you and make you cry out my name it makes me hard just thinking about it. But I won’t. Because if we’re up against what I think we’re up against, then I can’t afford the distraction. And you, California, are a big fucking distraction.”
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Playboy Pilot Going to have to check this one out. I do not read a bunch of pilot ones, not sure why but your review and reread makes me want to seek this out."
Please do. At some point along the way I've really like all of Vi Keeland's book, she has been a one click for me for a while. I own quite a few but haven't gotten around to reading them. I just buy them with even reading what they are about, that's how confidant I am in her writing.