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I liked
better than I thought I would.I also highly recommend
if you want Hawaiian historical fiction. Beware the feels though.
was good until the end. I HATED the ending.
I figure that I'll read the Raven Cycle books this year since the fourth book is due out. That and the Lumatere books. Maybe we can buddy read some of the Raven Cycle ones. I haven't even read the first one yet, so there's lots of time.
Becky wrote: "I figure that I'll read the Raven Cycle books this year since the fourth book is due out. That and the Lumatere books. Maybe we can buddy read some of the Raven Cycle ones. I haven't even read t..."Whoops, I meant the Lunar Chronicles. Though I could reread the Lumatere books and be happy either way.
Dixie wrote: "I think I am getting ready to start The Girl on a Train. Has anybody read it?"I read it and loved it! The comparisons to gone girl I think is just because its a knotty mystery. But its not as full of horrible characters and doesn't leave you feeling like you took part in their horribleness' ha! Let me know what you think, I hope you enjoy it!
I finished
and although it was mainly an okay read, the ending was really good and made up for it!Also finished
and LOVED it, love this series so much!!Now reading
, really looking forward to it!Also going to start
Several of the residents at the assisted living facility I work at are reading it right now and talking about it, so I thought it was time to finally read it!
Heidi (Yup. Still here.) wrote: "Dixie wrote: "I did not like Gone Girl either, although I thought it was brilliant and amazing. I should say I didn't like the way I felt at the end!! And it is not my type of book. I have a feelin..."I finished The Girl on the Train and loved it! Maybe the most suspenseful book I have ever read-a real page turner. I didn't have that "Gone Girl" feeling at the end; I was fine! I don't see the Gone Girl comparisons too much. Some people said they were depressed at the end. . . but I saw it coming and didn't feel that way. My husband liked it too. Maybe not for everyone, but if you really like plot twists and mystery, it is great. :)
Jenny that Dove Arising looks interesting so please let me know your thoughts!
My sister keeps telling me to read those Bill O'Reilly books but since I have issues with the author I can't bring myself to do it!
My sister keeps telling me to read those Bill O'Reilly books but since I have issues with the author I can't bring myself to do it!
Heidi, give girl on the train a try. Once you start it you will get sucked in. You can thank me later
Hahaha! I will see if my library has it on audio Kara. I have heard the audiobook narration is very well done.
Heidi (Yup. Still here.) wrote: "Jenny that Dove Arising looks interesting so please let me know your thoughts! My sister keeps telling me to read those Bill O'Reilly books but since I have issues with the author I can't bring m..."
I have my own issues with O'Reilly as well, but the book does sound interesting. I'll take the approach that just because I disagree with him on some things, doesn't mean I'll disagree on all things approach and consider checking it out.
Yeah they don't really interest me too much Tommy so that doesn't help. I normally get my historical content from shows on BBC, PBS, Smithsonian Channel, etc.. so I feel like I am covered. My husband generally only watch educational shows with me so I have watched my fill of historical shows in the last few years. I'm good!
Back to books - I am still listening to Game. I have about 4 hours left of the 13 hour audiobook and I really like it so far. I am nearly done with Croak as well. Lex is not endearing herself to me but it is a fun read so far.
I just started
its been a while since we read I hunt killers for a monthly read so I was a little worried I wouldn't remember where the story left off. But I'm right back into it and I think its even creepier than the 1st! ( thats a good thing in my opinion)
KARA: A bunch of people just did a buddy read on that book. People are also thinking of doing the last book for this month. I really enjoyed this more than I Hunt Killers. It was so creepy!
Currently reading...
I just started it. Not really sure of how I feel about it, but its pretty interesting so far.
I just started it. Not really sure of how I feel about it, but its pretty interesting so far.
Kara wrote: "I just started
its been a while since we read I hunt killers for a monthly read so I was a little worried I wouldn't remember where the story left off. But I'm right back ..."
I am listening to his now Kara. You should join our buddy read thread about it.
its been a while since we read I hunt killers for a monthly read so I was a little worried I wouldn't remember where the story left off. But I'm right back ..."I am listening to his now Kara. You should join our buddy read thread about it.
Bluemoon wrote: "Currently reading...

I just started it. Not really sure of how I feel about it, but its pretty interesting so far."
I have this on audio to listen to sometime

I just started it. Not really sure of how I feel about it, but its pretty interesting so far."
I have this on audio to listen to sometime
Bluemoon wrote: "Currently reading...
I just started it. Not really sure of how I feel about it, but its pretty interesting so far."
LOVE this series! The first book was good, but the 2nd and 3rd books are EPICALLY AMAZING!!
I ripped through book 5 of Locke & Key last night and immediately pounced on book 6. SO glad I got all of these from the library in one shot, I freaking love them!!I'm also loving Billy Joel's biography, he's a genius and just so cool.
I also started The Looking Glass Wars the other day; I'm really excited for this one.
And I'm still
I started a thread for Swim The Fly our April "hidden gem" :) I will be starting it on audiobook https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/....
Ashley wrote: "I ripped through book 5 of Locke & Key last night and immediately pounced on book 6. SO glad I got all of these from the library in one shot, I freaking love them!!I'm also loving [book:Billy Joe..."
Luckyyyyy
Volume 4 wasn't in so I had to get 1-3 and next time I'll get 4-6
Tommy wrote: "Ashley wrote: "I ripped through book 5 of Locke & Key last night and immediately pounced on book 6. SO glad I got all of these from the library in one shot, I freaking love them!!I'm also loving ..."
Finished 6 last night and cried. I never expected this series to get so deep!
Ashley wrote: "I ripped through book 5 of Locke & Key last night and immediately pounced on book 6. SO glad I got all of these from the library in one shot, I freaking love them!!I'm also loving [book:Billy Joe..."
Looking glass wars is one of my favorite series!
Ashley wrote: "Finished 6 last night and cried. I never expected this series to get so deep! "
Nice, looking forward to reading it all :)
Have you read Y: The Last Man? It's a comic also and is the last thing I read that made me cry like a baby.
Bluemoon wrote: "JENNY: Do you know if its a trilogy?"
Throne of glass is a 6 book series. There is even talk about a 7th book. So no,not a trilogy at all :)
Throne of glass is a 6 book series. There is even talk about a 7th book. So no,not a trilogy at all :)
ODA: thanks. that's a lot of book. I think I'll slow my pace in reading them.
I haven't been in the book lately to read so I'm still stuck with...
its a pretty good book. I'm really enjoying the characters, especially the heroine!
I haven't been in the book lately to read so I'm still stuck with...
its a pretty good book. I'm really enjoying the characters, especially the heroine!
Bluemoon wrote: "ODA: thanks. that's a lot of book. I think I'll slow my pace in reading them.
I haven't been in the book lately to read so I'm still stuck with...

its a pretty..."
Yes,long series in difference to a lot of others out there. So you got lots of time to read them. No stress :D
I haven't been in the book lately to read so I'm still stuck with...

its a pretty..."
Yes,long series in difference to a lot of others out there. So you got lots of time to read them. No stress :D
was pretty good, I really liked it! The first part of it reminded me a lot of Divergent, with kids competing for top ranks in the militia. The second half of the book was very well done, though, and I really ended up loving it!Also finished
and I REALLY recommend this one! Its on sale right now on Kindle. Its a steampunk/dystopian Phantom of the Opera. And very well written!Now reading
and
and will be starting
So I took folks' suggestions and started
. Almost done with the first one and had borrowed the other two at the same time. A nice, fun book after the Jasper Dent books. But wait.....there's a fourth Heist Society book? At least these ones seem to be pretty well self-contained so I won't be annoyed having to wait a year or two for the next one.
I CAN'T WAIT for the next Heist Society book!! I feel the same about these like I felt about Nancy Drew when I was young!
Becky wrote: "So I took folks' suggestions and started
. Almost done with the first one and had borrowed the other two at the same time. A nice, fun book after the Jasper Dent ..."
Yes,there is going to be a fourth book but there is no publishing date for book 4 yet. Still Ally Carter has said there will be more books in the series yes.
. Almost done with the first one and had borrowed the other two at the same time. A nice, fun book after the Jasper Dent ..."Yes,there is going to be a fourth book but there is no publishing date for book 4 yet. Still Ally Carter has said there will be more books in the series yes.
Jenny wrote: "I CAN'T WAIT for the next Heist Society book!! I feel the same about these like I felt about Nancy Drew when I was young!"
A great way to explain youre h.s love, love that comparison :) But yes, love,love,lovee that series :D
A great way to explain youre h.s love, love that comparison :) But yes, love,love,lovee that series :D
So far I really like it Bluemoon! Its different, the style of writing is almost like a contemporary, but its a VERY dark story about witches.
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