R3 TEAM THREAD: Team #7 ~ Litwits

[Regina]

Lol sorry I was wrong!! I was remembering the vampire shelf. :) I am going to read

[Daffodil]

I'm leaning towards for the dragon shelf, but may go with . Of course, neither book is in the bag I brought with me this weekend. LOL. I'll make my final decision when I get back home and am ready to start reading.

[Cee]

Hmm, dragon will be a hard one I think.

Ugh, I haven't been reading as much as I would want lately. University is taking a shitload of my time...

I'm trying as hard as I can to finish my first-in-series book, Geomancer.

[Regina]

I may also read

I was really hoping would be on the list, but I can't find it.

For some reason, I know I should read Dragon Bound, but I can't get into the idea of reading it. Not sure why.

ETA
Okay, trying to decide between these and I have all of them on my kindle -- so it is just a matter of choosing!

[Amanda A]

Shelf #10: first in series (G16)
Finished: 5/6

Celine - Geomancer
✔Daffodil - Would-Be Witch 10/3 | 3★ (message 593)
✔Amanda - Nightfall 9/28 | 4★ (message 585)
✔Steph - Skin Game 9/25 | 3★ (message 548)
✔Regina - A Hunger Like No Other 9/26 | 3★ (message 546)
✔Sassy (Amy) - Ecstasy 9/30 | 4★ (message 562)



Shelf #11: urban fantasy (N14)
Finished: 4/6

Celine -
✔Daffodil - A Match Made in Hell 10/4 | 3½★ (message 595)
✔Amanda - Second Grave on the Left 10/3 | 4★ (review pending)
Steph - Crossroads
✔Regina - Siege 10/7 | 5★ (review pending)
✔Sassy (Amy) - How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire 10/2 | 4★ (message 571)



Shelf #12: dragons (G15)
Finished: 0/6

Celine -
Daffodil - Firewalker or The Unbearable Lightness of Dragons
Amanda - Storm's Heart
Steph - Serpent's Kiss
Regina - Dragon Bound or The Name of the Wind
Sassy (Amy) - Dragon Warrior

[Amanda A]

I'm reading for the dragons shelf.

[Regina]

Thanks for the update Amanda!

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

AHAHAHA! I just read vampire books, and forgot I had a dragon to read! OOps! Now I will start the dragon book afterall! I am soooo losing it!!

I read this last post, and it totally wiped out my dragon book even though I posted right above it! Holy crap that's bad!!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Sandra wrote: "Yay! That's the one I picked too :D"

:D Yay!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

I've finished (UF book) Crossroads. I'll post my review soon.

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

Up Late reading. I loved my book, but now I'm torn. I have to think how to rate it and get back to my review...

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

was a 4.5 ★ read. I read the first book in this series and found out it was a spin off from another series. I went back and read the other series. NOW it made more sense! The little side character bleep ins made sense and I knew who they were, so it made the book better.

It was an enjoyable book, but not perfect. In the last book it ended with the dragon (William) turning back to human coming out of a building as a naked scruffy man walking straight up to the main female(Maddy) in this book and kissing her infront of everyone.

Maddy is the lone nurse of her shift running a nursing home. There are other employees, but she is the one who is with the old people. They go on trips, give her advise & they all love William who does all kinds of great things for them. Back in his day old people were respected. Maddy has a 9 y/o daughter who William gives advise to. It's full of funny little quirps.

The trouble that follows these characters is a witch that does not like interference. She turned all of these characters into something ugly of their time so they learn a lesson. Each of them have treated a certain witch bad. They get jerked through time to find help from the Highlanders of the earlier series.

Come to find out there is also another antagonist in this book, but that would be a spoiler. The old priest is in this book, and he is the funniest side character in the story.

[Regina]

I have decided to read I know it is a long book (1000 pages or so, that is my translation, 20k locations on my kindle), but it isn't a bingo week for us, so I should be okay. :)

[Regina]

My review for the book I read for the Urban Fantasty Shelf.

I read Siege by Rhiannon Frater
5 stars

I freaking LOVED this book and this series. I need to write out long reviews of each of these books, I am hoping to do that right before the release of each one through the new publication. This book has it all. Very well drawn characters, in depth relationships, consequences for choices, tough solutions – there is never a pat or an easy answer for anything. Rhiannon Frater has created an amazingly dynamic and complex world with her “As the World Dies” trilogy. It is a group of people who have banded together to fight the end of the world – both zombies, the military stragglers and bandits. I can’t say enough how much I love this book and this trilogy. I plan to re-read it soon.

[Pam]

Sassy ~ Amy wrote: " was a 4.5 ★ read. I read the first book in this series and found out it was a spin off from another series. I went back and read the other series. NOW it made mor..."

I loved this series...read it in order,will auto buy

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Shelf: Urban Fantasy
Read: 9 Oct
Rating: ★★★★★
Review: This is the 7th book in the series, so I'll keep my review short to avoid spoilers. I really like this series. It's a lesser known/read UF series from what I've seen. But, because of it's low focus on romance and great action/mysteries throughout, I think those who enjoy UF would enjoy it. Anna's gone through many changes throughout the series. In this book, she has a big decision to make. I was so happy to see more of Frey, one of my favorite characters in the series. I look forward to the next book in the series.


Shelf: Dragons
Read: 13 Oct
Rating: ★★★★☆½
Review: I really enjoyed this one. It was a fun read! Whatever you think you know about these two before starting this book is nothing compared to what's offered inside it. Carling, her history, and her struggle were more interesting than I'd expected. I felt sorry for her, but admired her strength. I cannot imagine living 4,000+ years. No wonder things have lost their appeal to her and very little intrigues her --- except Rune's behavior. ;) And, I knew I liked Rune, but Thea really brought him to life in this one. His easy-going personality and sense of humor was the perfect match to her (initial) coldness and detachment. Can't wait for the next book -- what happens when you mix Oracle & Djinn? ;) Can't wait to find out. I was surprised to see Khalil would be next to get his HEA, but he's been an interesting character since we first read about him. I know his pairing with the Oracle should be another fun Elder Races read. I'm thrilled to have started this series - more thrilled that Thea's been so nice to us and published three books so close together.

[Steph, Serious series addict]

I'm glad you enjoyed ATWD! Such a fun trilogy!

[Amanda A]

Finished 10/3
★★★★

This is the second book in the Charley Davidson series in which Charley is searching for a missing womann for her friend, Cookie, as well as Reyes' body. There is a perfect balance between the paranormal elements, the mystery and the humor that makes the story very entertaining. Charley is my favorite character with all of her witty sarcasm, but Charley's sidekick, Cookie, is always good for a laugh too. Reyes is very mysterious and I hope more is revealed about him as the series continues. I enjoy his banter back and forth with Charley and hope a romance between them is further developed in the next book.

[Amanda A]

Finished 10/14
★★★★

I enjoyed this book, but not quite as much as Dragon Bound. I just didn't feel the connection between Tricks and Tiago was as strong as it was with Dragos and Pia. The action also seemed slower in parts of this book. I still love the world this author has created and will definitely be reading Rune's book next. I also look forward to Aryal's story whenever it comes along.

[Amanda A]

Shelf #10: first in series (G16)
Finished: 5/6

Celine - Geomancer
✔Daffodil - Would-Be Witch 10/3 | 3★ (message 593)
✔Amanda - Nightfall 9/28 | 4★ (message 585)
✔Steph - Skin Game 9/25 | 3★ (message 548)
✔Regina - A Hunger Like No Other 9/26 | 3★ (message 546)
✔Sassy (Amy) - Ecstasy 9/30 | 4★ (message 562)



Shelf #11: urban fantasy (N14)
Finished: 5/6

Celine -
✔Daffodil - A Match Made in Hell 10/4 | 3½★ (message 595)
✔Amanda - Second Grave on the Left 10/3 | 4★ (message 618)
✔Steph - Crossroads 10/9 | 5★ (message 616)
✔Regina - Siege 10/7 | 5★ (message 614)
✔Sassy (Amy) - How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire 10/2 | 4★ (message 571)



Shelf #12: dragons (G15)
Finished: 3/6

Celine -
Daffodil - Firewalker or The Unbearable Lightness of Dragons
✔Amanda - Storm's Heart 10/14 | 4★ (message 619)
✔Steph - Serpent's Kiss 10/13 | 4½★ (message 616)
Regina - A Storm of Swords
✔Sassy (Amy) - Dragon Warrior 10/11 | 4½★ (message 612)

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

I am hoping for a vampire shelf...

[Regina]

Me too!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Our Next Shelf is: 'angels'
DIRECT LINK: 'angels'

Unbelievable! Still no winner yet! Happy Reading!

[Regina]

I am going to read for the angel self

[Regina]

So after this, all we need is either post-apocalyptic or vampires. :)

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

AHHHHH! Crap! Oh well! I am going to read...

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

I am going to read my book later since there is no rush. I have 2 more books to read for Kerrelyn Sparks so I am going to finish up the series.

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

Sorry again! I totally changed my mind on my read! The next book I am on in the Kerrelyn Sparks is: Duhhh! Angel! So I am reading that...

[Daffodil]

Still working on for my Dragon read.

For angels, I have three possibilities sitting on my TBR at home and I haven't made up my mind yet.


I'll probably check back in tomorrow with my dragon review and I'll let you know then what I decided to read.

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

ok... I finished my book just now. 10/17/11 I give it 5★. The one thing I am sooo happy about is that she did not use the word "RASCAL" to describe any vamps in this book! Amazing. She uses it atleast 3 times per book so far, and it's a Texan description, not greek, not parisian, not brazilian. SO! I do have to add my praise!

One thing that still sucked as usual was the cover. NONE of these books have had a cover with the hair color or length of any character in any of these books. OH! And the angel in this one... Her wings were burned off. BUT they are on the cover. Well, so much for that rant. Since I know she can't pick her covers, I did not doct stars.

This was a good story of Conner's redemption & an angel stripped of her wings who choses if she will go back to heaven or not. A few people become vamps who you don't expect & there is a sad death of an on going character. I was so sad! BUT, the next book may fix it a little, who knows. I will start that later today.

There are a lot of pieces to this story that are climactic ends, addition to the vamp coven, & shifting sides, If I am specific, it is a spoiler, so this is all. The romance was smooth and fit perfect. It was pretty funny at times too.

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

This is the one I'm up to in that series Amy, so glad you loved it :) Not so glad to hear there is a death :(

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Hi, Team! Sorry I've been MIA the past coupla days, one word .... Uni. :\

Anyway, I've chosen for my 'angels' book. I was saving it for either vamps or angels. Yay! :D

Hope everyone is having a great week! Go, Team, Go!

[Sandra, Kindle Operator Licence Required]

I'm sure you'll be pleasantly surprised with that one Steph :)

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Cool, thanks! Looking forward to starting it soon. :)

[Amanda A]

Shelf #10: first in series (G16)
Finished: 5/6

Celine - Geomancer
✔Daffodil - Would-Be Witch 10/3 | 3★ (message 593)
✔Amanda - Nightfall 9/28 | 4★ (message 585)
✔Steph - Skin Game 9/25 | 3★ (message 548)
✔Regina - A Hunger Like No Other 9/26 | 3★ (message 546)
✔Sassy (Amy) - Ecstasy 9/30 | 4★ (message 562)



Shelf #11: urban fantasy (N14)
Finished: 5/6

Celine -
✔Daffodil - A Match Made in Hell 10/4 | 3½★ (message 595)
✔Amanda - Second Grave on the Left 10/3 | 4★ (message 618)
✔Steph - Crossroads 10/9 | 5★ (message 616)
✔Regina - Siege 10/7 | 5★ (message 614)
✔Sassy (Amy) - How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire 10/2 | 4★ (message 571)



Shelf #12: dragons (G15)
Finished: 3/6

Celine -
Daffodil - Firewalker
✔Amanda - Storm's Heart 10/14 | 4★ (message 619)
✔Steph - Serpent's Kiss 10/13 | 4½★ (message 616)
Regina - A Storm of Swords
✔Sassy (Amy) - Dragon Warrior 10/11 | 4½★ (message 612)



Shelf #13: angels (I8)
Finished: 1/6

Celine -
Daffodil -
Amanda - Crescendo
Steph - Archangel's Blade
Regina - Daughter of Smoke and Bone
✔Sassy (Amy) - Vampire Mine 10/17 | 5★ (message 630)

[Regina]

Thanks Amanda!

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

Thanks for the update Amanda!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Thanks for the update, Amanda! :) I started reading Archangel's Blade last night and really liking it so far.

Hope everyone's enjoying their reads! :D

Wonder if there'll be a winner this Sunday?! I haven't ck'd to see, but I'd imagine there can't be many (if any) shelves left w/OUT a winner.

[Vi]

There is only one left. That is the shelf MAGIC. Isn't it magical? (I know, poor poor pun but that's the best I can come up with now)

[Regina]

Isn't there alot of shelves? Vampires, ghosts, male author, post apocalyptic, futurists, goodreads author, paranormal romance, series to read, speculative fiction, and trilogy? I know I am misunderstanding somethign! Oh you mean -- Magic is the shelf that nobody will win if it is assigned, lol I get it. Sorry to be slow. :)

For us, if we get Vampires -- we can win. :) We can win bingo if the next shelf is post apocalypic and we finish either angesl (then bingo if we finish post apoc!) or first in series AND Dragons (and then bing if we finish post apoc!).

[Cee]

Finished my urban fantasy read!

4 Stars for Incarceron

This book was pretty interesting. It's some kind of futuristic adventure steampunk mash-up. There is a wonderfully subtle romance, which I though rather refreshing for a young-adult book. Looking forward to read the second book in this series.

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

ok... i need to pick out a book. It's been quiet for a couple days... You ok?

[Regina]

Im still working on my 1000 page dragon shelf. :) I guess that wasn't the smartest choice, but I am loving my book:



I am hoping for a vampire shelf this week!

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Our Next Shelf is: 'Goodreads Author'
DIRECT LINK: Goodreads author

This shelf gives TWO teams BINGO ~ Double Trouble (#2) and Serious Series Sluts (#3). But, Double Trouble first needs to get their 'dragons' stamp, whereas SSS only needs to read, rate & review their books for this shelf to win.

Good luck to both teams! Happy Reading!

[Regina]

An end in sight. :) Lots of good books on that shelf.

[Steph, Serious series addict]

Hi, Ladies! Yep, a team could win w/this shelf. Sadly, not us. I haven't checked the shelf to see what's there yet, but I have finished my angel book and really enjoyed it. A lot. I'll post a review soon - finals keeping me busy.

Happy Reading, All! :D

[♡ Sassy ~ Amy ♡]

well, I need to go through and finish up series, so I am going for a Vamp book after all. ... I always seem to leave a series before I read he last book! Now I will be up to date.

[Steph, Serious series addict]

I need to catch up on that series. I've enjoyed them so far. Hope you enjoy it, Amy.

[Steph, Serious series addict]

I'm going with for the 'Goodreads Author' shelf. I'll start as soon as I've finished w/Under Wraps.

[Cee]

I'm currently reading for the angels shelf. Hoping to finish it today or tomorrow (:

By the way, shouldn't we've been awarded the urban fantasy stamp by now? I finished the last book about three days ago