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49. Austenland by Shannon Hale. I pickedup this at the library b/c I am a sucker for all things Austen. I read this book today while my children were napping. It was a quick read and I loved every word. The story seems a little goofy at first by I totally fell in love with it. By the time I was done, my face hurt from smiling. If I hadn't been so worried the kid would wake before I finished, I sure I would have laughed out loud.
50. Covet by JR WardThis is a new series about the Fallen Angels. It was not as good as the BDB but it was readable.
51. In the Woods by Tana French. I could have sworn by looking at the cover i had read this book before but I don't remember the story at all. That being said, I'm glad i decided to read it because it was a easy. quick crime thriller. i could see a slight bit of romance but not enough to call it a romance/crime thriller. The main characters had great chemistry. The crime itself would have made a great Dateline of 48 Hours. Maybe that's what it reminded me of. Law and Order or CSI? The ending left a little to be desired. It was no Stieg Larsson ending where your satisfied and wanting more. But I enjoyed it. Sat in the 82 degree St. Louis weather while the kids played and read alomost the whole thing.
52. Memoirs of Mary Queen of Scots by Carolly EricksonEhh. I have never had a ton of interest in this character but for another group I am trying to read a book taking place in 52 countries. This was ok. Erickson is better writing non-fiction than fiction.
53. the Eyre Affair by Jasper FfordeThis was the April pick for another book group. I had heard great things about this book and even voted to read it. Unfortunately, I didn't love it. I did love the Jane Eyre component. It was a little too fantasy for my taste. Just not my thing.
I have 2 number 39's. So this is 55, not 54.55. Altar of Eden by James Rollins
I received this book through the First Reads program. I was the story of a vetrinarian who gets pulled into a Blackwater style operation genetically changing animals. It was ok.
56. Kiss of Midnight by Lara AdrianThis is the first book in a vampire warrior series. It was ok but reminded me a little too much of the BDB. I didn't like the characters as well and the story was too similar. If I had read it before the BDB I may have liked it better.
57. The Girl who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison AllenI stayed up late and read this whole book last night. I really like all three of her books. They are delicious little pieces of fluff that are just fun to read. There is something sweet and innocent about the characters and everything ends up ok. I was worried I would be letdown by this book bc I liked the first two so much but i enjoyed this one as well.
58. Desire Unchained byLarissa Ione This is the second book in the Demonica series. "demonica" sounds kinda scary but this was just your typical sexy paranormal roomance.
59. Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione. This book is the story of Wraith. Wraith? Why can't they have normal names. At least it's not Whraith, true.It was pretty good.
60, Ectasy Unveiled by Lariss Ione This was the best one so far and I am really eager to read the next book. I felt more connected with the main characters in this one. I thought the plot was more interesting and less predictable.
61. Garden Spells by Sarah Addison AllenI have already read this but it seemed like the perfect book to read on the front porch on this beautiful afternoon. i would recommend this book to anyone.
62. All Together Dead by Charliane HarrisThis is the book when Sookie accompanies the vamps to Rhodes for the summit and basically cements her relationship to Eric for all time. Love it.
63. Lover Mine by JR Ward. I have been WAITING for this cheesy book forever. I stayed up late last night to finsh it. I enjoyed it but need a couple days and a second read before a proper review can be made.
64. Kiss of Crimson by Lara AdrianThis is book 2 of the BDB light series. I really liked it better than Kiss of Midnight. I have book 4 and 5 but not book 3. I really am in a conundrum because I have like 5 books coming out next month to buy. Maybe the used bookstore...
65. Midnight Awakening by Lara AdrianThis was an exciting story. I enjoyed it alot. The heroine was great. She was really strong and powerful. This book took place partially in Berlin which also helps by around the world book read, too. Yes!
66. Dead and Gone by Charliane HarrisJust a quick reread before the new Sookie book comes out. I really hope Sookie and Eric make a go of it.
Kate wrote: "66. Dead and Gone by Charliane HarrisJust a quick reread before the new Sookie book comes out. I really hope Sookie and Eric make a go of it."
Meeee toooo! That would probably make this book my favorite of the series. More Eric, please!
67. Midnight Rising by Lara AdrianThere is definately and formula to these Midnight Breed books. I'm not sure if I want to read them all.
68. Dead in the Family by Charliane HarrisThe wait is finally over. I was happy with the book. Sometimes when you are waiting so long you read it and it's a letdown but I really enjoyed it.
69. Veil of Midnight by Lara AdrianThis was a good one. My second favorite.
70. Her Fearful Symmetry by Audrey Niffeneggar. I loved the Time Traveler's Wife. It was different and exciting and sweet. I was excited to read this. It too was different. I'm not sure if that was good though. This book was weird. At the end, I know of went, "Huh. So that's that" I predicted the twist and was aggravated by the thought of not being able to escape someone without kying to do it. Weird book.
Full Moon Rising by Keri ArthurThis is the story of a half vampire half werewolf in a world of all kinds of species. It took place in Australia, which is why I read it, it counts for my Around the World book list. Yes!
72. Kissing Sin by keri Arthur
73. the Host by Stephenie MeyerA whole lot of "try" went into writing this novel. It was just a little too much of everything. If it could have been pulled back and edited a little better I think I would have enjoyed it more. I tried to imagine that it was written by a different author and would I like it more. I'm not sure.
75. Fever Dream by Douglas Preston and Lincoln ChildThis is the latest Pendergast novel. It is definately different from the others. A totally different view of Pendie. I have to give it a couple days before I rate and properly review it.
76. Lover Eternal77. Lover Awakened
L.A. is a really good book. I think it's my favorite of the series, which I got for mother's day and is why I'm reading them again. The only think that really bugs me about Ward's writing is the long passages in italics that are background to the stories. Especially in Lover revealed. who cares about Butch's family? She wants to write a whole history and doesn't have anywhere to put it so italicizes it and puts it in the books. True.
78. Lover Revealed.
79. Lover Unbound80. Lover Enshrined
81. Lover Mine
82. In a sunburned country by Bill BrysonVery enjoyable travel book written as the author explores Australia. The writing style was easy going and entertaining. A blessing in non-fiction. I am planning to read his book on Appalachia next.
83. Men of Danger by Lora Leigh, and othersPretty cheesy romances.
84. Born of Fire by Sherrilyn KenyonI was surprised to like this book so much. It futuristic/scifi and that's not always my thing. I enjoyed it greatly. It was interesting and fast with a good romance.
85. A Walk in the Woods By bill BrysonLoved this travel memior of hiking the Appalachian Trail. It made me want to hike. Then I went outside and it's 93 and humid in St. Louis today. Maybe later.
86. Born of Ice by Sherrilyn KenyonThis was more romance novel formula than the first i read but still enjoyable.
87. Lord John and the Private Matter by Diana GabaldonEasy going mystery story. Unusual because the male lead is gay. Very quick read
88. Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade.by Diana Gabaldon This one definately had more of a romantic nature. Between Lord John and Percy Wainwright.... Maybe I'm not ready for Quinn and Blay afterall.
89. Night Pleasures by Sherrilyn KenyonOK romance book. I am not going to read this series in order. There are over 16 of them and they are never going to be in at the right time at the library. I am just going to read them as they go.
90. Outlander by Diana GabaldonMy mom has been on me to reade this for ages. I really enjoyed the characters. Good story. to many detail. too long. I did enjoy it though. I love a Scottish accent even if its just in my head.
91. The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets Nest by Steig LarssonI love how this started right where played with fire left off. I felt like I just turned the page and kept going wiht the story. Yes, I waited 7 months to turn the page but still. the story was good. Love Mikeal. A few too many coincidences to make everything hunky dory but still a good story. The mystery was solved in the last book and this book was the wrap up. Still a great series. Big shame author has passed on. He was talented.
92. Dragonfly in Amber by Diana Gabaldon.I love love Jamie Fraser. Why are there so many details? I don't need to know what happened every day. Maybe 200 fewer pages. I will continue with the series. Could be a great mini series on pbs.
93. Dance with the Devil by Sherrilyn Kenyonehh.
94. Night Play by Sherrilyn Kenyon95. Seize the Night by Sherrilyn Kenyon
96. Night Embrace by Sherrilyn Kenyon
97. Devil May Cry by Sherrilyn Kenyon boring. Next reading Acheron. I hear it's good.
98. Acheron by Sherrilyn KenyonGood book. I am glad I read a couple of the others befroe I read Acheron's story.
99. Bad Moon Rising by sherrilyn Kenyon. didn't like it. too much of it was copied and pasted from other books featuring the main characters.
100!! Voyager by Diana Gabaldon I made i with time to spare. This was a good book for 100. It was a bagillion pages long but I enjoyed it. I'm hooked on the characters and thinking in scottish accents.
101. Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon102. A Fiery Cross
103. A Breath of Snow and Ashes
These are some seriously long detailed books. I dont know if I will read the last one. I'm losing steam.
104. The Reliable WifeI hated this book. I found it pointless and the characters unlikable. You can be a selfish "bad character and be likeable. These characters were not. Not worth the hype.
Kate wrote: "104. The Reliable WifeI hated this book. I found it pointless and the characters unlikable. You can be a selfish "bad character and be likeable. These characters were not. Not worth the hype."
Agree! This book really, really irritated me -- or more precisely, every single one of the characters irritated me, and I was sad I read it on my Kindle because it would have been very satisfying to throw the physical book across the room on occasion.
This was even better than Dragon Tatoo. It was intrigue from beginning to end. I was surprised several times by the twists and turns of the plot. this book had the world's biggest cliffhanger. I turned the page, and it was over. OVER. My mouth was left hanging open, I just couldn't believe it. Can't wait for the next one.