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Thanks Aiswrya - I was just coming to check for the new call.
I'll probably be using Option 2 this week. I don't think I have the patience (or focus) to go through those lists!
No problem! I was on goodreads, hoping the new call was up before starting this book I finally managed to borrow from the library. Luckily the book fits the call!
Week 10: 10. Patience is required.Selection Post
Silver Silence by Nalini Singh, 467 p. per GROption 2: On teammate Danielle Gypsy Soul's read shelf, read 11.26.2024, rated 5 stars.
Aiswrya wrote: "No problem! I was on goodreads, hoping the new call was up before starting this book I finally managed to borrow from the library. Luckily the book fits the call!"Always a bonus! Glad that worked out for you. I just didn't have it in me to look through those long lists and luckily found an Option 2 book from my M&G list quite quickly.
OK team - this is the second to the last call. This is when we want to get completely current before next Friday so we can try to win this thing! I should have my Week 10 book finished early next week. Weekends are harder for me to read, but I still get some done.I've already got some options lined up for the last week, so I can be ready to read as soon as Jane announces the last theme! Ideally, we want to pick shorter books so we can finish them quickly. The only time speed matters in this challenge is the last week. I know this is a busy time of year, but I think we can do this!
Yes we can 💪 I’ve already blocked my calendar for that evening lol
Selection Post Week #10 Option 1: PTP 10. Patience is required
· Read a book from one of the following lists:
by Camilla IsleyIt's Complicated
Number of pages: 274 per GR
How the book qualifies:
This book taken from the “Can’t Wait Books of 2024” list
Week 10: - Selection: - Option 1: - 10. Patience is required* Read a book from one of the following lists:
Can't Wait Books of 2024
Can't Wait Books of 2023
Can't Wait Books of 2022
Can't Wait Books of 2021
Can't Wait MM Romance 2021
Can't Wait MM Romance 2020
Gay Romance featuring 'Need You Now' Sex
(Sorry MM readers - the lists didn't go up to 2024)
Book: Not in a Billion Years
Author: Camilla Isley
Page Count: 370 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualification: The book is in the Can't Wait Books of 2023, Book #52
5. A sourdough starter is a live fermented culture of fresh flour and water
* Read a book that has been 'fermenting' on your bookshelf for at least 12 months. (Added to your shelves at least 12 months ago.)
Please state the date you added it to your shelf.
Book: The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop
Author: Lilac Mills
Page Count: 302 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualification: I have The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop in my Digital TBR I Own shelf since 08/09/2022. It is also of one of the Netgally's eARC that I need to read and review. It is also a book that is close to the Holiday season.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐.25
Date Read: 12/07/24
Review: I wanted to read a holiday book as we headed into the holiday season. I picked it up while browsing my long TBR because The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop fits some reading challenges.
The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop is a tale of a small-town charm and festive atmosphere, with a dash of romance and British humor. I appreciated the feel-good, uplifting spirit of Seren's journey as she brought joy and festive cheer to the residents of Tinstone. On the other hand, I had some trouble with Daniel's grumpiness and his feelings that the world was against him. The only ray of sunshine that manages to get in his life is Serene. Or the star of his eyes, as the meaning of Serene's name in Welsh is a star.
I get tired of the miscommunication trope for the third-act breakup; there are other ways to do it. I also love Aunt Nelly, Serene's aunt, and Daniel's grandpa, Edwin. I like the wisdom they give to the young couple in life. I like how the author, Lilac Mills, brings three generations together with a happy message about the holiday season.
The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop is a sweet, cozy Christmas romance fitting for this Holiday season.
Avigail wrote: " Week 9: - Selection: - Option 1: - Option 15. A sourdough starter is a live fermented culture of fresh flour and water
* Read a book that has been 'fermenting' on your bookshelf for at least 12 m..."
Please change this to say completion post rather than selection. Thanks.
Week 9 - Completion PostOption 1
Book: Tequila Sunrise by Layla Reyne
Pages: 150
Date Read: 12/6
Rating: 3 Stars
Review: I admit I wasn't a huge fan of Mel's in the previous 3 books and this book didn't really change that for me. I liked Danny but I didn't love him either and again this book didn't really change that. I think because the characters took such a back seat to all the action in this book. This was an action packed suspenseful story and I did love that part of it. However, it's pretty short so we don't get a lot of interaction between Mel and Danny and their relationship is really told through a series of short flashbacks (never my favorite).
🍒 Avigail needs to update her post per MK's comment :)
Selection Post Week #10 Option 1
The King and His Vigilant Valet by Charlie Cochet
Pages: 140
How it Fits: #76 on List Can't Wait MM Books for 2020
[*book:The King and His Vigilant Valet|52283292]
Tracking updated:Weeks 1 though 8 - Complete!
Week 9 - Avigail's completion post needs a correction. Otherwise, complete.
Week 10 - All selection posts made.
As long as we get our week 10 books read and the one minor correction, we are in good shape to read for the win!
Week 10 - CompletionThe Seven Year Slip
Read: 12/8
Rating: 5 starts
Review: Such an emotional, heart-warming read. I love how the author tied up every character, every event, every memory to the main plot of the story. I would highly recommend this book!
Completion post: Week # 10Option 1: PTP 10. Patience is required (Read a book from one of the following lists:)
It's Complicated
Star Rating: 5
Review:
Lori, Aiden, and Jace have been best friends since college. Lori is secretly in love with Aiden and Jace is secretly in love with Lori. This all would be fine, except Jace knows Lori is in love with Aiden, who happens to be engaged and getting married on Valentine’s Day. Of course, this doesn’t sit well with Lori, so she enlists poor Jace to help her, and things get really complicated after that. I laughed and shook my head at some of their antics. Even though this book was predictable, I enjoyed it, and it would make a cute Hallmark rom-com movie.
Week 10: - Completion: - Option 1: - 10. Patience is required* Read a book from one of the following lists:
Can't Wait Books of 2024
Can't Wait Books of 2023
Can't Wait Books of 2022
Can't Wait Books of 2021
Can't Wait MM Romance 2021
Can't Wait MM Romance 2020
Gay Romance featuring 'Need You Now' Sex
(Sorry MM readers - the lists didn't go up to 2024)
Book: Not in a Billion Years
Author: Camilla Isley
Page Count: 370 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualification: The book is in the Can't Wait Books of 2023, Book #52
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Date Read: 12/09/24
Review: Camilla Isley's writing is very entertaining, and I like that in this story, Blake and Gabriel get to know and connect before they start their relationship. They both have good communication skills, even if they have some not-so-good communication skills. I like their meet cute.
The premise of Not in a Billion Years is a humorous romance and business-driven story; I enjoyed the witty banter and second-chance romance between two strong-willed entrepreneurs as they navigate their competitive yet undeniable attraction. The slow-burn relationship is done very well, and the secondary characters are delightful. I for sure will continue with the series because not only I devoured the book in two sittings, there were so many LOL moments.
This week, I managed to finish before the next task was published.
Our power is out, probably not going to get turned back on until Thursday. Gotta love the power companies in CA covering their butts rather than fixing the problems of their equipment causing fires. 🙄We should have the generator going when I get home, I will post my completion then.
Completion Post Week #10 Option 1
The King and His Vigilant Valet by Charlie Cochet
Pages: 140
Date Read: 12/9
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Review: This was cute and I'm not sure if it's the last one of the series or just the last one published. It's nothing deep but it's a fun read. It was nice seeing some of the characters from the previous books. I also liked finding out what Jean was and it wasn't something I had guessed.
Well, the generator we bought September 2023 is dead. I spent all day trying to find a new one even though the dead one should be under warranty. Not helping us now with a refrigerator and freezer full of food. 😒Eventually found something and got the car charged enough to get home. Now hubby is out in the dark trying to get it hooked up. I just want to sit on the couch and cry. All will work out I’m just fried. And my hubby drained my computer battery trying to figure out what we were doing so I am only on the app. Will get my completion up tomorrow. 🤞🏻
Week 10: 10. Patience is required.Completion Post
Silver Silence by Nalini Singh, 467 p. per GROption 2: On teammate Danielle Gypsy Soul's read shelf, read 11.26.2024, rated 5 stars.
Completed 12.10.2024 *5 Stars*
Reread December 10, 2024
I love Valentin and Silver!! Still! Their story is so good. I loved how they stood up for each other and fought to be together. And the who was scarier battle was funny.
July 10, 2017
Loved this! I loved the characters, especially the hero and heroine! Valentin is a great big gruff hero with a great big heart! Silver is the typically cold Psy - until she isn't anymore. Together they were wonderful and I loved how everything worked out for them!
Angela Dawe's narration was wonderful too!
And we have power! Got the tracking updated:Weeks 1 through 8 - Complete!
Week 9 - Avigail needs to update her completion post.
Week 10 - Complete!
We are in great shape. Now we just need to have books ready to go come Friday. I've got mine downloaded on my phone and Kindle so I am ready!
I have a short book ready for all the categories we have left so should be fairly fast once the category is called.
Danielle Gypsy Soul wrote: "I have a short book ready for all the categories we have left so should be fairly fast once the category is called."Yay!!
Week 9: - Completion: - Option 1: - Option 15. A sourdough starter is a live fermented culture of fresh flour and water
* Read a book that has been 'fermenting' on your bookshelf for at least 12 months. (Added to your shelves at least 12 months ago.)
Please state the date you added it to your shelf.
Book: The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop
Author: Lilac Mills
Page Count: 302 pages, Kindle Edition
Qualification: I have The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop in my Digital TBR I Own shelf since 08/09/2022. It is also of one of the Netgally's eARC that I need to read and review. It is also a book that is close to the Holiday season.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐.25
Date Read: 12/07/24
Review: I wanted to read a holiday book as we headed into the holiday season. I picked it up while browsing my long TBR because The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop fits some reading challenges.
The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop is a tale of a small-town charm and festive atmosphere, with a dash of romance and British humor. I appreciated the feel-good, uplifting spirit of Seren's journey as she brought joy and festive cheer to the residents of Tinstone. On the other hand, I had some trouble with Daniel's grumpiness and his feelings that the world was against him. The only ray of sunshine that manages to get in his life is Serene. Or the star of his eyes, as the meaning of Serene's name in Welsh is a star.
I get tired of the miscommunication trope for the third-act breakup; there are other ways to do it. I also love Aunt Nelly, Serene's aunt, and Daniel's grandpa, Edwin. I like the wisdom they give to the young couple in life. I like how the author, Lilac Mills, brings three generations together with a happy message about the holiday season.
The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop is a sweet, cozy Christmas romance fitting for this Holiday season.
Sorry, ladies, I did post the completion post for week 9 as a selection post on message 263. I struck message 263 and correctly posted the completion post for week 9 on message 281. Sorry for my mistake. I will do my best to check my message before I press the post button for the last completion post.
Thanks Avigail! And don't worry - we've all done it at least once.Now we are all set for the last call tomorrow!
Mountainkat,Hey I can make that change on your book you need for the series that isn't listed just let me know what book
Danielle Gypsy Soul wrote: "Mountainkat,Hey I can make that change on your book you need for the series that isn't listed just let me know what book"
Thanks Danielle - I replied to your message! 😊
MountainKat wrote: "Danielle Gypsy Soul wrote: "Mountainkat,Hey I can make that change on your book you need for the series that isn't listed just let me know what book"
Thanks Danielle - I replied to your message! 😊"
Updated the books for you since they appear as a series on the author's webpage.
Much appreciated Danielle!
Did you all see the Tracking Spreadsheet Jane posted in the Q&A? It shows where everyone is at for this challenge.And a couple of reminders before the last call tomorrow. If you want to use Option 2 it will be for a different team that will be announced with the call. Also, Jane will not ask for any corrections - so we need to make sure all of our posts are complete and accurate. Please help by double checking each others posts! It is so easy to miss something and more eyes looking is helpful.
And lastly, if a winner has not been announced and we all finish our books, we need to post in the Q&A saying that we are done. The win has to be claimed, so if you are the last one done go ahead and post in the Q&A.
MountainKat wrote: "Did you all see the Tracking Spreadsheet Jane posted in the Q&A? It shows where everyone is at for this challenge.And a couple of reminders before the last call tomorrow. If you want to use Optio..."
We have 100% check marks. Do no letter marks or highlights mean that we are in the lead? ( Missing prompts: 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 14, and 16) Who else, besides myself, is waiting on baited-breath for the week 11 prompt to drop?
Oh wow are we the only team that has all 10 weeks complete?? WOW so proud of us!
Posting a template since I'm going to have to post these from my phone later. Week 11 - Selection Post
Book -
Pages -
Fit -
Week 11 - Completion Post
Book -
Read -
Rating -
Review -
I will probably be on my phone too. I was hoping to stay home today, but with the extended power outage earlier this week, we had to dump a bunch of food and hubby is complaining. Plus, I thought my appointment Monday would get pushed but the insurance company actually did the referral promptly and I need to run down and get some bloodwork done. Everything is downloaded, so I am ready to read and I have the list of what book goes with what theme on my phone too. I'm just hoping I don't need to use Option 2 - those are more work to type up... 🤞🏼
I've selected my books for the remaining prompts, and I am ready to start reading as soon as we get the final pompt 📚
Perfect! Avigail, just checking to see if you’re going to try to get a book read as soon as possible too?
Aiswrya wrote: "Perfect! Avigail, just checking to see if you’re going to try to get a book read as soon as possible too?"With Avigail in Israel, I’m sure she will be behind us. But hopefully she will be able to read as soon as she gets up.
Final call is posted in the Q&A
Week 11: Selection Post: Bake at 450F (or 230C)Option 1
Read a book with an avg GR rating of at least 4.3 stars.
Book: A Beginner's Guide to Christmas Miracles by Shannon Mae
Pages: 118
How it Fits: GR Rating of 4.33
Selection Post Week 11 Option 1:
PTP 14. Bake at 450F (or 230C)
* Read a book with an avg GR rating of at least 4.3 stars.
Book:
#Claimed By Crayson
Number of pages: 256 per GR
How the book qualifies:
4.45 out of 5 rating per GR
Week 11: 14. Bake at 450F (or 230C).Selection Post
Drilled by K.M. Neuhold, 336 p. Per GRAverage GR rating 4.3. (Screenshot available if necessary.)
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