R3 TEAM THREAD: Team #4 ~ Seriesly Hawt Sirens

[Laura Lulu]

In case you guys are interested, here's a spreadsheet I made to keep track of everyone's bingo cards. Then you don't have to go to every team thread to see how the other teams are doing in regards to chip placement. :)

All Bingo Cards

[Zaanodes]

Laura Lulu wrote: "In case you guys are interested..."

Cool! Thanks!!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Excellent LLL, thanks :D

[Rosina]

Been so busy I forgot to let you know I finished my free space read



4 stars July 28 2011

Holy gaucomole Batman!!

What a refreshing change. This book was a bit dark and edgy. I really liked the post apocalyptic world of magic and tech. I felt that in order to really appreciate this novel I needed to read it at night with a flashlight under the covers. The battle scenes were awesome in this magically confused world of paranormal vermin. I really liked the idea of the vampires being gory creatures that are remote controlled by The People, instead of lovable characters (like Bones (who BTW I adore) in the Night Huntress series). The bad guys were really evil creatures.

Here is the paragraph that sold me on this story. It was in the first few pages and I was hooked.

'It took a qualified wizard to detect a summoning in progress. It only took a half-literate idiot with a twitch of power and a dim idea of how to use it to attempt one. Before you knew it, a three-headed Slavonic god was wreaking havoc in downtown Atlanta, the skies were raining winged snakes, and SWAT was screaming for more ammo. These were unsafe times. But then, in safer times, I'd be a woman without a job.'

My only negative comment a bit rough in some spots but I enjoyed it. I do wish there was a bit more back story when it came to the worlds history.Looking forward to the rest of the series!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

I'm so glad you liked Kate, Zina! The series only gets better from there. :)

[Sarah]

Yes, the Kate Daniels series gets so much better after the first book. I didn't rate the first book very highly because it was a struggle for me to get through in some spots. But I devoured the rest of them! I'm glad you're now a fan too!

You should try Ilona Andrew's Edge series.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yay!! Another Kate fan :D

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Our Next Shelf is: 'favorite series'
DIRECT LINK: 'favorite series'

Happy Reading!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Wow, that's a pretty early announcement. Thanks Steph :)

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

I'll be reading

Happy picking everyone :)

[Dana]

Week 1: Favorite Series, G19
Read: 4/6
*July 31 - August 6*

Zina: Midnight's Daughter
Zaanodes: First Drop of Crimson 07/31 ★ ★ ★ ★
Sarah: White Cat
Sandra: Heartless 08/01 ★ ★ ★ ★
Laura: Fragile Eternity 08/03 ★ ★ ★
Dana: Lover Awakened 07/30 ★ ★ ★ ★

[Dana]

Yeah for a new week! We are trolling right along...go us! Enjoy the new week ladies. :)

I'm all over this BDB business now. ;D

[Rosina]

Hi ladies this is my last post before I head out into the wilds of the Kootney's to go camping.

My read for this week will be


Have fun ladies and I should be back next Saturday evening. I will be able to post my review with my iphone at some point during the week.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yay, Zina, I loved that one :)

Enjoy the week camping :D

[Sarah]

I am going to read White Cat by Holly Black for this shelf.

[Lala]

this time i will go with

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Sandra wrote: "Wow, that's a pretty early announcement. Thanks Steph :)"

You're welcome :)

{Team Stats Updated}

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Favourite Series Shelf 1/8/11 ★★★★

This is the 4th Parasol Protectorate book and I accept that some people love this series & some hate it. I personally love it, just because it is so different.

Alexia Tarabotti, married to Conall Maccon, Alpha Werewolf is a preternatural ie a Soulless. This has all the London vampires in a tizzy because she is about to give birth to a soul stealer.

There is always a mystery to solve, even when 8 months pregnant. Vampire assassination attempts to thawt (sp?) dirigibles to ride in, giant mechanical octopi to evade, etc etc.

Trying not to say too much as the entire book is a huge spoiler. LOL.

[Zaanodes]

Free Space-
Finished 7/30 ★★★
I can understand why this was rated higher by so many fans. This story had a lot to do with personal journey/growth aspects. I am not in that place right now, hence, the lower rating. Otherwise, I probably would have rated it higher. And may do so on a re-read...

[Zaanodes]

G19: Favorite series ★★★★
Finished 7/31

Pure escapism. Just what I wanted. I can't explain why I liked it. There is no 'That' is what I liked. I just liked it.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yay, Zaanodes! I was wondering where you were. LOL

[Zaanodes]

I didn't come into the office over the weekend and I avoid doing much on the Kindle.

If anyone wants to know my book for a shelf, I posted the link or go to My Books BSB R3 shelf. I won't change selections unless one is disqualified. I already have most of them and the ones I don't have are on my Kindle Goodreads Wishlist.

I will be soooooo glad WHEN (not if) I get internet at home!!

I miss you guys on the weekend!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yes, definitely get it at home. LOL.

[Zaanodes]

Sandra wrote: "Yes, definitely get it at home. LOL."

Yes, I will. Just don't anyone hold their breath!! I'm not! Well, I am, just not for that. lolol

[Dana]

Finished my book days ago and just kept forgetting to review it. Way to go me. :\ I'm loving BDB...sooo good.

07/30 ★ ★ ★ ★

Well, Zsadist was my fav from day one so I figured I would enjoy this installment in the series. I know me well. I loved Zsadist and Bella's story!

I am always impressed with authors who make a point of developing side plots heavily while telling the main story. It keeps things fresh and helps keep the mind active. Ward does a wonderful job of this considering that although her books are considered by some to be UF, they follow the pattern of PNR. That formulaic aspect can bleed out the interest in books quickly if the pace isn't kept quick and diverse.

Ward did a fantastic job of telling the story of Zsadist's past. Referring to Zsadist as a completely disconnected person (the slave) made him seem even more of an object and put you deeper into the misery that was his life then.

With the exception of a few scenes where Bella was a tiny bit inept, I liked her character. (view spoiler)[It takes one tough girl to take rejection like that and keep coming back. (hide spoiler)] She dealt with his emotional scars and hangups extremely well. Compassionate and tough are a great heroine combo. :)

I had a moment of wanting to kick Butch in the teeth. (view spoiler)[He knows that Marissa has a brother and it never occured to him the the brother said no and not her? Dense! (hide spoiler)] I'll cut him some slack though as he is a bit manic for Marissa and it's making him do 'dumb guy stuff'. The development with V was unexpected and I am excited to see where that little gem heads.

I'm totally reved to read the next in the series. I get the sensation that I might have to just read the rest of the series this month. *sigh* On to Butch's story! Yahoo!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Yay, Dana :)

Don't forget there is a novella also re Zsadist & Bella, available in the and also as an ebook by itself. No hints from me. LOL.

[Dana]

Yeah, I'm weak. Right after my review I went to Amazon and bought the ebook for my Kindle. :) I love Zsadist!

[Dana]

Zaanodes wrote: "G19: Favorite series ★★★★
Finished 7/31

Pure escapism. Just what I wanted. I can't explain why I liked it. There is no 'That' is what I liked. I just like..."

I know what you mean. It's like trying to tell someone why your favorite color is your favorite. 'Oh, I love green. The different shades of the leaves in the trees, etc...' So you like trees? Leaves? But green is an intangible thing with no mass and has a million variations. It is a concept for the most part. It doesn't matter though.

You just like what you like! :)

[Zaanodes]

Erato wrote: "It is a concept for the most part. It doesn't matter though.

You just like what you like! :) ..."

Thank you.

[Lala]

08/03 ***

It was little too sad for me, because of Seth missing and Aisilinn being all sad. It seems that summer king will not get he's loved winter queen or summer queen :( So this book ended for me in dark colors and promise of war...

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

That's sad Laura, I've only read the 1st one of these, though I've got up to #3 or #4. I won't be rushing to read them then.

[Cindy (eclecticfirefly)]

Geez.....and I have to read this one soon! I've got it offered in a game on PBS.

[Lala]

Sandra wrote: "That's sad Laura, I've only read the 1st one of these, though I've got up to #3 or #4. I won't be rushing to read them then."

actually i cant wait when i can read the next book in this series, because i liked the ending nothing was finalised and so many ways how it can go. So im excited :)

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

OK then Laura, I just won't read them till I've got access to #4. LOL

[Sarah]

Ahhh, I think I'm the last one! I'll get it down as soon as possible!

[Dana]

It's OK Sarah, I'll whip you with my bookmark tassel later. limbers up wrists and cracks knuckles before practicing proper 'tassel flicking' technique

:D It's all good. Besides, Zina is camping and can't post until Saturday anyway. Enjoy your read!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

LOL!

[Sarah]

LOL! Oh gosh Dana, I think I better prepare for that! haha

[Cindy (eclecticfirefly)]

OOOhhh....tassel lashing? It's getting kinky in here!

[Dana]

Feel my tassel fury! I'm a member of the STS you know. Quite important and scary.

STS is a bit like the BDB, only I'm a member of the Sable Tassel Sisterhood. We are way cooler. Really. Seriously.

Those BDB boys are a bunch of Nancys compared to me and my girls. >;)

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

ROFLMAO!!

*shows scary face as back up to supreme leader*

[Cindy (eclecticfirefly)]

Can I be on your team next time??? I need a good Dom to keep me in my place....

[Sarah]

Next time I'll be sure to be the first one done reading! haha I don't know if I want to be on the other end of your tassel Dana.. but then again! LOL

Can you be gentle since its my first time being tassel whipped?


LMAO

You girls are great! I love my team. We are the best. Seriesly! :D

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Of course! LOL

[Zaanodes]

I've got the silken hand and ankle-ties!

Wait, then you can't read...

Oh, audiobooks!

lol

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

Hmmmm, it better be a sexy voice reading that audiobook.

heaven, I'm in heaven.....

Nothing to do but lay there and enjoy the silk and sexy voice .....

[Cindy (eclecticfirefly)]

And that slight sting of the tassel on your creamy flesh......

[Zaanodes]

The rich taste of chocolate and strawberries on my tongue...

[Sarah]

I think we're definitely living up our team name! ;)

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

LOL