May 2015 Finish What You've Started (Series) Challenge

[Marla]

❤Stephanie ღ♥ღMrs Styxx Anaxkolasiღ♥ღ wrote: " Marla wrote: "Okay, the thread went up on the 15th after I checked and closed this morning, so I missed posting my books. Can someone just pick for me...

2015 May FWYS
May match:
??? picks for me..."

Thanks Stephanie!

[Joyce]

Rachael I pick the Ghost in law series. I've read the first two and keep meaning to get back to them.

[☀Rachael☀]

Joyce wrote: "Rachael I pick the Ghost in law series. I've read the first two and keep meaning to get back to them."

Cheers Hun!

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

I am still waiting for Brianna's pick. Are re-picks today?

[❀~Amy~❀]

I think you and I are the only ones without a pick Lou.

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Great! Lucky us. I'm baffled because the person who was supposed to pick for me completed her DB assignment but never got around this thread. Do you think we will pick for each other? The suspense is killing me.

[❀~Amy~❀]

*sigh* I'm lucky like this far too often. The person picking for me didn't make her DB picks either so I'm not surprised she hasn't made it here. Since this is my first time doing this challenge and also DB I have no idea how they do re-picks. I just hope they tell us soon.

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Amy wrote: "*sigh* I'm lucky like this far too often. The person picking for me didn't make her DB picks either so I'm not surprised she hasn't made it here. Since this is my first time doing this challenge an..."

I PM'd one of the Mods but I haven't heard anything back. This is quite unusual, so I'm starting to wonder whether something happened. The Mods are very helpful and efficient, Amy. I'm sure we will get our selections soon.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

I'm here now and I'm sorry as I have been gone for Family day Friday
Lou my dear, thanks for the pm. You and Amy can pick for each other.

Amy, I'm sorry, you got double whammied :(

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Amy? Liftoff at last!
I choose the Wait For You series by J. Lynn. Happy reading . . .

[❀~Amy~❀]

Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "I'm here now and I'm sorry as I have been gone for Family day Friday
Lou my dear, thanks for the pm. You and Amy can pick for each other.

Amy, I'm sorry, you got double whammied :("

Thanks. It's all good. I only got missed once here. I guess I wasn't clear that the person picking for me here didn't pick for someone else in DB. I got my DB picks. Besides I really like it here and won't let something like this bother me. I'm pretty easygoing! =D

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "I'm here now and I'm sorry as I have been gone for Family day Friday
Lou my dear, thanks for the pm. You and Amy can pick for each other.

Amy, I'm sorry, you got double whammied :("
No problem, Ezi. I figured RL had you in its clutches again! :D

[❀~Amy~❀]

Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧ wrote: "Amy? Liftoff at last!
I choose the Wait For You series by J. Lynn. Happy reading . . ."

Thanks Lou!!

For you I pick The Firsts and Forever Series by Alexa Land. Enjoy!!

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Amy wrote: "Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧ wrote: "Amy? Liftoff at last!
I choose the Wait For You series by J. Lynn. Happy reading . . ."

Thanks Lou!!

For you I pick The Firsts and Forever Series by Alexa ..."

Thanks, Amy!

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Thank you Lou and Amy for being so gracious.

[Christina T]

Sorry I missed this deadline (missed the DB one too).

[Karla]

Holli wrote: "Karla, I pick the Stephanie Plum series for you. I love this series and am impatiently waiting for the newest one coming out this year. Enjoy!"

Thanks! That's the one I was hoping for!

[Miz]

The Immortals 5-6



Trylle 2-3



House of Night 10-12

[⚜️XAR]

Danira wrote: " The Immortals 5-6



Trylle 2-3



House of Night 10-12

..."

Danira, partner picks and re-picks have already happened, so I'm not sure you will be assigned to anyone for May. I would recommend waiting to post this list until around the 15th or so in the June Thread that Ezinwanyi will set up on that date, that way you'll be sure to be in the June lineup and will have someone assigned to you!

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Danira wrote: " The Immortals 5-6



Trylle 2-3



House of Night 10-12

[bookcover:Hidden|7..."

Danira,
As Trea mentioned, we already picked but look out for the June thread which usually occurs around the 3rd week of the month.
We are glad you are interested and hope you come back then.

[Miz]

Um, I'm ok with going alone. In april I haven't had anyone picked out for me neither I picked for anyone... I'm just making this to finish what I've started a year or more ago. So don't bother about "my reading partner". :)

[sonya]

i want to finish a book at a time

[Lou~❧Powerless Over 1-Click❧]

Amy
I read last week and rated it 4.25 Stars. I am still loving the series and will read the next book later this month. Thanks for the push!

UPDATE 5/17
Today I finished , which means I am up to date on this series... for now. Two books will be released later this year, and I am looking forward to reading them. I rated this one 4.5 Stars. I am a sucker for a good love story, and the LOL humor of this book was a delight! Thanks again, Amy.

[Kay (Brigidsmomma)]

Finished my Evanovich Stephanie Plum by the numbers series, so I am current!!! YEAH! Can't wait to see who picks which series for me next month! I have one more series I think I can get current on by the end of May as well.... then it's gonna be the longer series I have to toil with...

[~Melissa~]

Danira wrote: "Um, I'm ok with going alone. In april I haven't had anyone picked out for me neither I picked for anyone... I'm just making this to finish what I've started a year or more ago. So don't bother abou..."

Check out the new June thread to sign up

[Turtlecollector Dennis]

I finished 2 books from my chosen series this month

[~Melissa~]

I finished 2.5 from my series picked

[❀~Amy~❀]

I only made it through 1 of the books I had left in this series. I was very disappointed in it and only gave it 2.5 stars. I am planning to read the next book, Fall with Me next month, but if it is as bad as Stay with Me then I am giving up on this series all together. JLA has at least 3 more to come and Fall with Me will be the book that determines if I read them or not.
Sorry for the rambling. ;)

[Anita Reads]

I've so far only made it through 1 book of Sookie. I'm hoping to squeeze one more in before the deadline.



I've been swamped with library books that needed to be handed in as well as challenges that was close to a deadline. I'll make sure to do better next round.

Btw. I loved the book. Those books are just lovely because they take no time to read once you've started them. I also really liked Alcide. I'm looking forward to see what will happen in the next one.

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

Anita wrote: "I've so far only made it through 1 book of Sookie. I'm hoping to squeeze one more in before the deadline.



I've been swamped with library books that needed to be hand..."

I loved this book on audio! Loved this series on audio

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "I only made it through 1 of the books I had left in this series. I was very disappointed in it and only gave it 2.5 stars. I am planning to read the next book, [bo..."

I want to try this series, but JA is hit or miss for me

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

~Melissa~ wrote: "I finished 2.5 from my series picked

"
Deeper than Midnight is one of my favorites in this series! It also renewed my love for the series as the series got a bit repetitive in the middle.

Turtlecollector wrote: "I finished 2 books from my chosen series this month
"
Phil Gigante saying "Tooping the lass" is one of my favorite things about this series

[❀~Amy~❀]

Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "I want to try this series, but JA is hit or miss for me"

I really enjoyed the first 2 books, but this one was really bad. I guess I tend to like her YA Paranormal series better

[Ezi, Factory Superintendent]

❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "I want to try this series, but JA is hit or miss for me"

I really enjoyed the first 2 books, but this one was really bad. I guess I tend to like her YA Paranorma..."

the lux series? yes, i liked that one as well

[~Melissa~]

Phil Gigante is fabulous at narrating :)
I like the lady who narrates the Breed series too - she does a decent job - can't think of her name

[❀~Amy~❀]

Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "❀~Amy~❀ wrote: "Ezinwanyi~the Impish Angel wrote: "I want to try this series, but JA is hit or miss for me"

I really enjoyed the first 2 books, but this one was really bad. I guess I tend to like ..."

The lux series was good and so were the first 2 in the Dark Elements series, but I really loved the Covenant series. It is my absolute favorite by her.

[Colleen]

LaurLa wrote: "Colleen - I choose for you...

Bel Dame Apocrypha

... finish it up, girl!!!"

Thanks for the pick - Just finished the series and it was fantasitc!! (dark & violent - but amazing!)

[Theo]

I didn't get two books finished this month, but I got done. I'm always so impressed with the detail that goes into the world-building.

[LaurLa]

Colleen wrote: "LaurLa wrote: "Colleen - I choose for you...

Bel Dame Apocrypha

... finish it up, girl!!!"

Thanks for the pick - Just finished the series and it was fantasitc!! (dark & violent - but amazing!)"

Ohhh!! Finishing a series! The point of the whole challenge! That deserves a heart congratulations!!! Woohoo!!!!

[☘KathyD☘]

May
Picked for — Holli
Picked by — Ashley

thanks for pushing me to get up-to-date on this series Ashley!! :)

Guild Hunter
Archangel's Storm — ★★★★★ 5/2
Jason has been one of my favorite of the seven and I loved his story! His is such a sad history, but it makes the present-day story that more sweet! As much as I can't stand snakes, Neha has been an interesting archangel throughout the series so far. Seeing her up close doesn't make me like her though! Princess Mahiya is an amazingly complex character. She's presented as a "court trinket," but she has an inner strength that has helped her navigate Neha's court for her 307 years. Her hopeful attitude could have come off as one dimensional, but it's not. She's held her own against an archangel and handles a spymaster with the same grace! I look forward to seeing these two grow in the upcoming books!

Archangel's Legion — ★★★★★ 5/13
I have the say the last few chapters of this book are what pushed it to a 5-star rating! I wasn't as taken in by the story in the beginning, but as it began to build momentum, I found myself sucked in! Ellie and Raphael were super hot in this book....and I enjoyed the battle immensely! I like how Raphael was able to let go of some of those cave man tendencies so Ellie could fight at his side...literally. Looking forward to seeing what happens in the aftermath and getting to know Ash and Janvier better in the next book!

Archangel's Shadows — ★★★★★ 5/20
I've been waiting on pins and needles for Ash and Javier's story! I loved their short story and their full-length novel was even better! These two are an interesting pairing...I love their constant jabbing dance that lead to their happily ever after! Another aspect I really enjoyed was getting to know Nassir better! Can't wait for his story! :)

[Zuzana]

Another month is over. But this time I managed to finish one series. YAY! Only 6 more to go.

May 2015
FWYS May 2015 thread

Assigned series: Hainish Cycle.

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Books Read: 3/2
1. Four Ways to Forgiveness by Ursula K. Le Guin (Hainish Cycle #7) 5/5/15 ♥♥♥♥ (304 pages)
2. The Telling by Ursula K. Le Guin (Hainish Cycle #8) 5/17/15 ♥♥♥♥ (231 pages)
3. The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin (Hainish Cycle #5) 5/21/15 ♥♥♥ (387 pages)

Books Read from other FWYS series: 6
Romancing Lady Stone by Delilah Marvelle (School of Gallantry #6) 5/6/15 ♥♥♥ (162 pages)
The Devil's Novice by Ellis Peters (Chronicles of Brother Cadfael, #8) 5/6/15 ♥♥♥♥ (288 pages)
The IDIC Epidemic by Jean Lorrah (Star Trek: The Original Series #38) 5/7/15 ♥♥ (278 pages)
Doctor Who: The Stealers of Dreams by Steve Lyons (Doctor Who: New Series Adventures #6) 5/29/15 ♥♥♥ (254 pages)
Doctor Who: The Resurrection Casket by Justin Richards (Doctor Who: New Series Adventures #9) 5/30/15 ♥♥ (256 pages)
Black Coffee by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot #7) 5/31/15 ♥♥♥ (290 pages)




Series finished in May: 1 (Hainish Cycle)

[K~Terror]

Alana wrote: "Kristin ~ Experiment in Terror Junkie:
I pick The Hollows for you."


Finished the last three books of The Hollows and LOVED them! But now I'm sad they are over. Jenks is so awesome - I will miss him the most!!! ...sniff...

[Marla]

Kristin ~ Experiment in Terror Junkie wrote: "Alana wrote: "Kristin ~ Experiment in Terror Junkie:
I pick The Hollows for you."


Finished the last three books of The Hollows and LOVED them! But now I'm sad they are over. Jenks is so awesome..."

LOL, I am just starting and people keep telling me to keep with the series.

[K~Terror]

I know what you mean, the first book was very painful for me but it started picking up for me after that one. I'm not sure if you are reading or listening to this series, but I LOVE the audio - Marguerite Gavin does such a fabulous job! (Especially her Jenks and all his fairy fart nonsense!) HaHa!

[VNerdbooks]

Kristin is this a Vicci ish light series?

[VNerdbooks]

Or the Magic Bites series I hear Ezi talking about a lot?

[Jodi]

In May, I got current on the series Cocktail by reading and . I loved this series! If you are you looking for a laugh out loud sexy romp, read this series. ;)