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Lindsey G's BOTM #2 Obession Reading Challenge 2025
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Good luck, Lindsey! I am always so intrigued by your book of the month club. I also own Apples Never Fall and Alissa and I selected it as a buddy read...so maybe? It looks like such a good book. I haven't read any of these books and they look so good. :-)
I haven't read any of these (yet) but several are on my tbr shelf. I may put the Wishing Game back on. I was up and down with another book by her I read.
JAYSUS Lindsey lol*sigh* put a name next to these ones lol
Apples Never Fall (join me & Lea!)
The Return of Ellie Black (already signed up w Ioana & u)
The Boyfriend
Beautiful Ugly
All the Colors of the Dark
All Adults Here
Just Another Missing Person
=)
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Alissa wrote: "JAYSUS Lindsey lol*sigh* put a name next to these ones lol
Apples Never Fall (join me & Lea!)
The Return of Ellie Black (already signed up w Ioana & u)
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I'll join you for [book:All the Colors of the Dark too!!
Alondra wrote: "Again, good luck and I hope these are fun for you. :)"Thanks my moderator extraordinaire! 😍
Lea wrote: "Good luck, Lindsey! I am always so intrigued by your book of the month club. I also own Apples Never Fall and Alissa and I selected it as a buddy read...so maybe? It looks like such a good book. I ..."Yes!!!! Lets plan on it!
Bonnie wrote: "I haven't read any of these (yet) but several are on my tbr shelf. I may put the Wishing Game back on. I was up and down with another book by her I read."So, i actually got that one because Alissa said it was really good. And she recently came out with a new book - The Lost Story that Alissa and I did a buddy read on amd we both really liked it.
Alissa wrote: "JAYSUS Lindsey lol*sigh* put a name next to these ones lol
Apples Never Fall (join me & Lea!)
The Return of Ellie Black (already signed up w Ioana & u)
[book:Th..."
We need a spreadsheet to keep track of all of these. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Yes to all of them!
Ioana wrote: "Alissa wrote: "JAYSUS Lindsey lol*sigh* put a name next to these ones lol
Apples Never Fall (join me & Lea!)
The Return of Ellie Black (already signed up w Ioana..."
Sweet!!!!! Yea!!! Buddy Reads 2025!!!!
Bill wrote: "All new books for me. I'll channel your hubby here.. GET READING! Enjoy your 2025 selections."My husband is sending you a virtual high five! 🤣🤣
Jackie wrote: "You go girl!"Thanks Jackie!! 😊
1st book finished - The Boyfriend
. 5 stars!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Holy shitake mushrooms! This book is crazy! I loved this insane, addictive story. Totally get the appeal this author has. This book makes me thankful I'm married and don't have to deal with dating and single life! Read this, it's a good one!
I might join you for a few of these or at least follow the discussion if no one minds. I have already read Apples Never Fall, but I would love to jump in to the end of that discussion when you're done.
Denise wrote: "I might join you for a few of these or at least follow the discussion if no one minds. I have already read Apples Never Fall, but I would love to jump in to the end of that discussion when you're d..."We'd love for you to join in on any of them. 😊
Lindsey wrote: "1st book finished - The Boyfriend . 5 stars!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Holy shitake mushrooms! This book is crazy! I loved this insane, addictive story. Total..."
I just finished it for our book club. Crazy!
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. 5 stars!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Holy shitake mushrooms! This book is crazy! I loved this insane, addictive story. Total..."
Yay! First one knocked out. Kudos, Lindsey!
Lindsey wrote: "Holy shitake mushrooms! ."
LMAO I love that phrase
Alissa wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "Holy shitake mushrooms! ."
LMAO I love that phrase"
My son made me start a swear jar. 🤬 so I'm trying.....
2nd book finished - Just Another Missing Person
. 4 stars.This is really a 3.5 star review for me but I'm rounding up because the ending was awesome and a total surprise! The first half of the book was extremely confusing at times which really frustrated me. Then at the halfway point there's this huge twist that makes everything make sense and all I could say was, "Boy, I never saw THAT coming!". The rest of the book was exciting, gripping and still kept you guessing after that. So while it started of shaky and slow, it ends with a bang!
3rd book finished- The Return of Ellie Black
. 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. This book sucked me in from page one and I just couldn't put it down. What happened to Ellie Black? That's the big mystery everyone is trying to solve. And just when you think you might have it solved, guess again! The author will throw you for a loop. I loved this book! I loved the format of how the author structured her writing and unfolding of the story. And wow, that ending!!! Blew me away! Definitely recommend this read!
Lindsey wrote: "3rd book finished- The Return of Ellie Black . 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. This book sucked..."
That sounds like a winner! It was already on my list, and not a very long waiting list at the library...you know what that means :-)
Thanks for the recommendation!
Lindsey wrote: "3rd book finished- The Return of Ellie Black . 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. This book sucked..."
Oh, I'm so glad you shared! I have this downloaded and I'd kind of forgotten about it. I'll move it up on the list.
4th book finished - Not in Love
. 5 Hot Stars! 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶Holy Hot Carolina Reaper Peppers Batman! This book is spicy, steamy hot! I mean we are talking the scientific version of Fifty Shades of Grey! I love how she makes these great stories with the center being a woman of science. And this book is way more spicier than her others. Loved the story, love the characters and love the ending! Couldn't put it down!
Lindsey wrote: "Holy Hot Carolina Reaper Peppers Batman! .."
why do I love that so much lol You have read some great books so far!
Alissa wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "Holy Hot Carolina Reaper Peppers Batman! .."
why do I love that so much lol You have read some great books so far!"
I aim to entertain! 😁
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5th book finished - Apples Never Fall
. 3 starsOk. This was around a 3.5 stars for me. The story itself was good. It had me hooked. I kept going back and forth on if I thought Joy was alive or dead, missing or just ran away, who could be responsible for her sudden disappearance. I was actually having fun being a "couch detective" trying to solve this mystery. At first the length of the book appeared daunting and a tad overwhelming but I quickly found that the story is engaging enough to make the book hard to put down. So I'm gearing up for this big finale or super twist I never saw coming and neither happened. The ending was a big flop for me. And I really hate that because up to thst point I had really enjoyed this book.
Lindsey wrote: "3rd book finished- The Return of Ellie Black . 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. This book sucked..."
Am I the only one who hasn't read this book? Looks like I need to get right on it!
Think the only book I've read on your list is The Wishing Game which I read with book club. Just a little heads up, the ones who read the print version loved it more than those who listened to the audiobook
Lillie wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "3rd book finished- The Return of Ellie Black . 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. ..."
Thanks for the heads up. Luckily I have the print version.
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. 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Holy Tornado Twisters Batman! That was one crazy ride. ..."
You're not the only one. You know I haven't read it yet. LOL
Glad you enjoyed this, Lindsey. It was a GR nominee for mystery; so, I am looking forward to this.
6th book finished - All Adults Here
. 2 stars. ☹️This book was not my cup of tea. Not only was the family dysfunctional, but so was the story. It was all over the place. Not what I expected and disappointed.
7th book finished - The Wishing Game
. 5 Magical Stars! 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄I love a book that keeps you thinking far after you read it, a book that just sits with you in a good way. This is one of those books. This is my second book by Meg Shaffer and I am fast becoming a big fan of hers!
Do you remember what first drew you to books as a kid? Books are magic and feeling like you're living in that magic is incredible. This book takes you back through kids falling in love with books and as adults being able to live that magic. It was heart warming, fun, thought provoking, dreamy and simply magical.
Get this book on your radar! You won't be disappointed!
Lindsey wrote: "7th book finished - The Wishing Game . 5 Magical Stars! 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄I love a book that keeps you thinking far after you read it, a book that just sit..."
I loved that one too! Glad you liked it.
Michelle wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "7th book finished - The Wishing Game . 5 Magical Stars! 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄I love a book that keeps you thinking far after you read it, a bo..."
I wasn't even looking at that book and then it was one of the finalists for Book of the Year for book of the month club. Alissa suggested I give it a try, she had really enjoyed it. I was hooked within a few pages and couldn't put it down. 😊
I also enjoyed this author's The Lost Story
Michelle wrote: "I also enjoyed this author's The Lost Story"I did too! That was a great book!!
8th book finished - A Killing Cold
. 3 starsI'm on the fence with this one. On one side it's a fast paced thriller with some twists. Most all of the twists were predictable, but still a nice touch here and there. I will say the story itself is not your average run if the mill thriller. Having said that, it was just okay for me. I've read her other books and thoroughly enjoyed them. So part of me is comparing this book to those. I would still recommend this book, the storyline is worth giving a chance.
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. 5 Magical Stars! 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄I love a book that keeps you thinking far after you read it, a book that just sit..."
Added!
Alondra wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "7th book finished - The Wishing Game . 5 Magical Stars! 🪄🪄🪄🪄🪄I love a book that keeps you thinking far after you read it, a bo..."
Its sooooo good!!!!
9th book finished - All the Colors of the Dark
. 5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟All the Colors of the Dark - let's just call it what it is - all the pieces of my heart shattered on the floor. I have not had a book gut and filet me open like a fish the way this one did. Holy Pirates and Beekeepers Batman! 600 pages flew by. I was sucked in and couldn't let go. I can't count the number of tissue boxes I went through.
"To love and be loved was more than could ever be expected, more than enough for a thousand ordinary lifetimes."
This book will sit with me for a long time. My heart needs to heal. Read this incredibly beautifully and heart-wrenching book.
10th book finished - One Perfect Couple
. 4 stars.I love Ruth Ware. She's an auto-read author for me. My guilty pleasure is reality TV. And she just mixed Love Island with Survivor with Lord of the Flies and put it in a book! Brilliant! This was a fun book to read.
Lindsey wrote: "10th book finished - One Perfect Couple . 4 stars.I love Ruth Ware. She's an auto-read author for me. My guilty pleasure is reality TV. An..."
What an interesting concept! I may have to bump it up my list!
Alissa wrote: "Lindsey wrote: "10th book finished - One Perfect Couple . 4 stars.I love Ruth Ware. She's an auto-read author for me. My guilty pleasure i..."
It's a good one!!!
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You are doing well overall, with your lists. Kudos, Lindsey!
Alondra wrote: "Kudos on all of your progress, and for really reading some good books!!You are doing well overall, with your lists. Kudos, Lindsey!"
Thanks Alondra! 😊
11th book finished - Beautiful Ugly
. 3.5 starsI'm back and forth on how I want to rate this. The book started off really strong. Then it gets a little weird, but still super mysterious. You can't really figure out what happened to Abby. Then we get to the ending. I feel like the ending is in 2 parts. The first part I was super disappointed in, I felt like theowing the book across the room.. Then the 2nd part of the ending I was like, "Woah, what just happened, are you serious?!" Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lol
So I keep going back and forth between a 3 and 4 star rating. I think I'm settling on 3.5.
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I'm leaving the last 2 spots empty for my last box of the calendar year. If they don't drop until 2025 then I will pull 2 others (that are BOTM) from another list I'm working on.
My 12:
✔️1. The Boyfriend - 1/16
✔️2. The Return of Ellie Black - 2/6
✔️3. Dearest - 10/8
✔️4. The Lion Women of Tehran - 9/30
✔️5. Beautiful Ugly - 8/25
6. The Reappearance of Rachel Price
✔️7. One Perfect Couple - 7/18
8. PS: I Hate You
✔️9. All the Colors of the Dark - 5/19
✔️10. All Adults Here - 4/10
✔️11. The Wishing Game - 4/18
✔️12. Just Another Missing Person - 1/28
Plus 4:
✔️1. Apples Never Fall - 3/7
✔️2. Not in Love - 2/11
✔️3. A Killing Cold - 4/22
4. A Sea of Unspoken Things