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Random Book List #341 (ends June 25)
Dragana wrote: "
read at Feb. 24. 3.5 starsI really liked this novella. It's a great prequel with chapters alternating between both characters and it gives us a nice glimpse how L..."
Oh no.... I hope that I won't be disappointed with Devoured. I enjoyed the prequel so much - so you like it better than the main story? :(
Randi wrote: "Oh no.... I hope that I won't be disappointed with Devoured. I enjoyed the prequel so much - so you like it better than the main story? :( "Yes, sadly I liked prequel much more than main book. Here are the things I liked in prequel and that were missing in 'Devoured':
- Lucas's side of story. Since 'Devoured' is from Sienna's point of view, we don't get to know what he thinks, and his emotional problems especially mystery about his ex wife that got me so intrigued is only mentioned at the end.
- Since 'Devoured' happens after breakup, relationship between Sienna and Lucas is full of angst, resentment and I could not feel any real spark except plain lust between them.
- In 'Devoured' Sienna is not naive and submissive at all towards Lucas. He even complains how she is submissive towards everybody except him. So he tries to teach her to be a good sub but to stand up to everyone else. It was not a bad idea, but the execution lacked something (at least to me).
I advise you to try and read an excerpt via Amazon or publisher's website before committing and buying the book.
I finished
last March 6. I thought it was just okay. I'm just getting tired of the dominant billionaire theme. In truth, most Doms are pretty laid-back people in real life. I give it 4 stars.
Dragana wrote: "Randi wrote: "Oh no.... I hope that I won't be disappointed with Devoured. I enjoyed the prequel so much - so you like it better than the main story? :( "Yes, sadly I liked prequel much more than..."
Just read this one - been busy! Thank you for MORE details on that - I definitely will look into the excerpt before I commit. I checked to see if it's lendable - apparently not. Bummer! I'll think more about it...
I finished
this morning 3/18. I liked it but didn't love it. It has gotten so many 5 star reviews so I was a little disappointed I didn't feel the same way about it. I was intrigued by the premise- straight guy who dresses as a woman to perform a nightclub act. But I didn't like him very much. I didn't care for the way he spoke to or acted with the heroine. She deserved better, but it seemed that because of her own insecurities/body issues she kept coming back for more. He does redeem himself in the end. 3.5*
Random Book List #121
After reading all three of the Fifty Shades Trilogy, it's nice to read something that makes fun of them. I did not care for the trilogy and the main character irritated me, I'm glad I'm not the only one who felt this way! Very funny, 5 stars!
Random Book List #126Duration: March 26-April 23, 2013
Based on
All Over You by Emily Snow, here is our new list:
Lost in You by Lauren Dane
Wreck Me by J.L. Mac
Waking Up Married by Mira Lyn Kelly (3)Cassandra - 3/28 ***
Erin - 3/31
Yz - 4/8 ****
Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell (1)Fran - 4/12 ****
Picture Perfect by Ella Fox (1)Tiff - 4/14 ****1/2
Her: A Memoir by Christa Parravani
I Was Told There'd Be Cake by Sloane Crosley
Battlescars: A Rock & Roll Romance by Sophie Monroe
The Mighty Storm by Samantha Towle
Scarlet by Marissa Meyer (1)Kim - Cinder 4/13 ****
Suzanne - 4/23 ****
Rock the Band by Michelle a. ValentineTy - Rock the Heart 4/18
Collide by Gail McHugh
I'm loving all the indie rock band book choices!maybe reading
for
I skipped a couple of these lately, but I will try to get back on track. And I really should read
. :)
Great list!I will be reading
.
Freebie right now for Kindle users
http://www.amazon.com/Waking-Married-...
I already read it or I would have picked this for the list. I'm currently looking through to see what I have and if it's possible to read or not.
EDIT: Nothing this time. Great list though! :D
Thanks Randi, for telling us about the Freebie! I was going to skip this one but it would be kind of silly to do now.I'll be reading
, since I just got it as a freebie.
I'm in! I'll be reading Picture Perfect
Finished
3/28. 3 stars. I liked the first half of the book but the end came very close to ruining it for me!
I finished
on 3/31. I liked the idea of this story of them getting married in Vegas so quickly. I wanted Megan to be a stronger character because I thought she was too soft around Connor. I liked Connor but there were times he was a bit arrogant...I also thought the ending was really funny!
I finished
today 4/12. Well-written but the broken home aspect of it was hard to read, very sad. I did like the evolution of E&P's relationship. 4*
Just finished reading Picture Perfect by Ella Fox and gave it 4.5 stars. It had a pretty rocky start with all the unrealistic events that happened but eventually, I got the hang of it and ended up enjoying it. A good read if you're looking for a besotted-hero
I read
last April 8. I enjoyed it although I found the writer's prose awkward. Somehow the sentences just don't flow. Anyway, the storyline was still good and the ending redeemed the story for me. I give it 4 stars.
read
for
today. 1.5 stars.The writing was incredibly juvenile ("you left a hole in my heart! *feels*). Some of the lines were soooo hokey and cheesy, I actually - for real, for real - cringed. The premise was actually decent; the execution.... smh.
I read
for
. I finished on 4/13 and rated it 4 stars. I plan to read more of the series!
Random Book List #126I read
and it was interesting. I wasn't all that crazy about
but it was better. I liked the main character Scarlet and how tough she was, but I always like those type of characters. I'm giving this one 4 stars.
Random Book List #131Duration: April 30 - May 28, 2013
Based on
Waking Up Married by Mira Lyn Kelly, here is our new list:
In the Air by Crystal Serowka
Pushing the Limits by Katie McGarry (1) Dragana - 5/6 ****
Dragana - Dare You To 5/27 ****
Chasing Mrs. Right by Katee RobertTy - Wrong Bed, Right Guy 5/7 **
Yz - Wrong Bed, Right Guy 5/16 ***
Smokin' Seventeen by Janet EvanovichSuzanne - Four to Score 5/24
Comfort Food by Kitty Thomas
Enticed by His Forgotten Lover by Maya Banks (1)Fran - 5/19 ****
At Last Comes Love by Mary Balogh
Dead to You by Lisa McMann
The Last Runaway by Tracy Chevalier
Rock Chick Redemption by Kristen Ashley (1)Elizabeth - 5/28 ****
Love, Lies & High Heels by Debby Conrad
Perfect for You by Kate Perry
oh. lots of good choices this week. will try ...
for
or
for
Ummm, what to pick Debby Conrad or Kate Perry... I think I will go with:
Would any Maya Banks do, or does it need to be from the same series? For instance I want to read
instead of
Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron wrote: "Would any Maya Banks do, or does it need to be from the same series? For instance I want to read instead of [bookcover:Enticed by His Forgotten Lov..."same series
Ty wrote: "Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron wrote: "Would any Maya Banks do, or does it need to be from the same series? ...same series
Ok. Thanks for letting me know. I will read
instead of
I'm going to read
for
.
finished
for
today. 2 stars.My empathy towards the female protagonist in these lovely romances usually makes or breaks it for me. Unfortunately, I could not like this whiny, ungrateful, judgemental chick.
I read
on May 6th. Cute ya contemporary novel. 4 stars
I finished
last May 16. I really like the hero, but the heroine drives me nuts. I give it 3 stars.
I finished
May 19th. A really nice, easy, sweet read. Maya Banks can do sensual as well as steamy ;)4* and I will be reading the rest of this series.
Random Book List #131I read
and it was pretty funny! I highly enjoy this series and always turn to it for a good laugh and good time!
I read
by Kristen Ashley and although it wasn't the best in the series I gave it 4*
Hi Yz,Just making sure you see that I finished my book on the 19th. It's not reflected in the totals. Thanks!
Thanks for the heads-up, Fran. : ) I think the thread is updated. Thank you to all the ladies who support this challenge. I'm always excited when generating a new list. LOL
I just realised I managed to read
(for Pushing the Limits by Katie McGarry) before this challenge expired. I finished it on May 27th. A little bit more sugary than Pushing the Limits but still very good ya contemp. 4 stars.
Random Book List #136Duration:June 4 - July 2, 2013
Based on
Pushing the Limits by Katie McGarry, here is our new list:
Divergent by Veronica RothYz - Insurgent 6/13 ****
Goddess by Josephine Angelini
Where She Went by Gayle Forman
The Vincent Boys by Abbi Glines
Fight With Me by Kristen Proby
Out of The Easy by Ruta Sepetys
The Rising by Kelley Armstrong (3)Amy ~Lover of Books~ - 6/23 *****
Barbara ★ - 6/23
Suzanne - 7/3
The Crown of Embers by Rae Carson
The Violets of March by Sarah Jio
Click to Subscribe by L. M. Augustine
If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
My Life Next Door by Huntley Fitzpatrick
I read
for
by Veronica Roth, extremely short, just 13 pages but lovely, 4*Ezinwanyi, thank you, I didn't know that this story excisted until your post above!
Elizabeth wrote: "I read for by Veronica Roth, extremely short, just 13 pages but lovely, 4*Ezinwanyi, thank you, I didn't know..."
you are welcome. One of my favorite YA series, so I will re-read it again. Can't wait for Allegiant!!
Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron wrote: "Elizabeth wrote: "I read for by Veronica Roth, extremely short, just 13 pages but lovely, 4*Ezinwanyi, thank ..."
Me too! And what an awesome cover!
Finished
today. The book is full of action and intrigue. I'm really interested to know what happens next. 4 stars.
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I definitely enjoyed the story. It's a prequel which got me looking forward to the main story. I love that Lucas got so turned on by the submissive side of Sienna and I don't think the naive Sienna knows she has one! Yummy!