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R4: Team #15 ~ Five Divining Divas [FIRST PLACE]
Nothing is really jumping off the shelf saying "read me"... Short list so far:
. And this always seems like a chunker
I know, right? I went through at least 15 pages before giving up. I soo didn't want this shelf. How's the Nightside series? I've wanted to start that series but I've got too many series on-going right now.
It's ok, pure UF. It's a little weird with the parallel London that he visits to solve his mysteries and all the odd characters like the supernatural mobsters and a guy that has his "collection" of unique items in a warehouse on the moon.It's probably between him and Butcher, but I haven't seemed to fall in love with them yet like everyone else has.
Went back at the shelf again and on page 18 found
so I'm giving it a spin for this weeks shelf.
Lis, that 18th page is a winner! I found
,
in that page. Now, it's between the above two and Butcher. All 3 books will work for my challenge. I just have to make a choice.As an aside:
is shelved as paranormal mystery. Huh, WHY?
Hunger Games is a good choice and you can see the movie in just a couple more weeks too.
Lis thats the short list? lol I take it
wasn't one to ponder?its between
which also fulfills a challenge or
which is an audio.
I'm thinking of saving
for the angel shelf since I'm all caught up on the Nalini Singh books. I need to get back after the weather warden series and finish it. But I guess we could ponder
some more...
ROFL!!
Finished: Blood DreamsShelf: Paranormal-Mystery
Date: 3/11
Rating: ★★★
Review: I liked this book, I really did, but at the same time there was just something missing in it. It was a quick read and I feel as though the reader is more told what happens than shown. It didn't feel as though Dani and Marc had their relationship evolve properly, again the reader is basically just told that it did. I suppose I was rather annoyed when, near the beginning, it was said that Marc was NOT psychic and then he just WAS, but whatever. My favorite character was by far Hollis, maybe because she's been in several of the previous books and is always changing. Plus you've gotta love her nine lives.
LMAO, Lis!!Way to go, Heather!! That was super fast.
How is everyone doing with their reads so far?
Over half way... Little distracted with spring fever here and beautiful weather. Took kids and went with family up on a hill in a big field and flew kites. Perfect weather, perfect breeze, and we had about a dozen colorful critters dancing in the wind. Back to the book... I hate it when I get distracted from a good series and am glad I've stumbled back on the weather warden books.
Haven't started trying to finish another read but between it being so nice and my last minute clients not getting a lot read. Oh well it was a beautiful day and I got to enjoy it!
I just started Hunger games today. Its good so far!
I just started
earlier today. I tell you, the author is a weird dude. It's a dystopia where people are divided based on the colors they can see. There are lot of terminologies and weird stuff that I can't understand immediately. The world building is happening slowly over the pages. I hope to finish before the next shelf is called!OTOH, this and
are not a good combo to read together.
Lis, I really enjoyed the Weather Warden series. I read the whole series in a week, I think. Dawn, enjoy the weather! My RL is picking up too. Don't think I'll have any reading time tomorrow. :(
Jennifer, I have to read the Hunger Games too. Hopefully, before the movie comes out.
Finished:Chill Factor by Rachel CaineShelf: Paranormal Mystery
Read: 3/13/12
Rating: ★★★★
Review: I forget how much I enjoy Weather Warden Joanne and all her snarky butt-kicking attitude. Of course she has to save the day again... This time she heads to sin city Vegas to stop the djinn stealing brat Kevin from destroying the world. Unfortunately she is solo on the first part of the trip but is soon joined by the rest of her usual gang. The problem is knowing exactly who's on her side and helping and who's got their own hidden agenda. Lots of action and poor Jo gets pretty banged up, but it's an exciting ride for a gal with a Dodge Viper named Mona.
Finished- The Hunger Games, Suzanne CollinsDate- March 14th, 2012
Rating- five stars
Review- This book was great! It definitely lived up to the hype. Every year 24 kids from 12-18 are picked to fight in an arena to the death. There are two from each district, a boy and a girl. Its kind of like a punishment. I dont want to spoil it, but Katniss Everdeen ends up going. Boy, is it an adventure. This book has it all: romance, death, fights, suspense, and lots of drama.
Yay Jennifer... And I'm glad you liked the Hunger Games. I did a re-listen last week to get ready for the movie. Of course I went on thru and listened to Catching Fire and now on Mockingjay... This series is so good and I'm not usually a YA fan.
Finally - Time to Update! This week's shelf:Shelf 6 - Paranormal Mystery(Called on 10/11 Mar): 5/5
Jennifer - The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins - 14 Mar - ★★★★★ - Review
Lis - Chill Factor by Rachel Caine - 13 Mar - ★★★★ - Review
Dawn - Ghost of a Chance by Kate Marsh - 17 Mar - ★★ 1/2 - Review
Vi - Shades of Grey by Jasper Fforde - 15 Mar - ★★★★ 1/2 - Review
Heather - Blood Dreams (Blood, #1) by Kay Hooper - 11 Mar - ★★★ - Review
I'm halfway through my book. I should be finishing it either tomorrow or Saturday at the max.
Finished: Shades of Grey by Jasper FfordeShelf: Paranormal Mystery
Read: 15/3/12
Rating: ★★★★ 1/2
Review: SoG is set in the dystopian world of Chromatocia where the society is divided based on the colors people can see. The highest are the Purples and the lowest are the Grey who can see no color. Fforde writes such interesting, inventive (and weird) fiction. Inititally, the book was hard to get into. The new world, new weird terms (Something That Happened - the apocalypse that happened, youknow - Sex etc) and new weird things. After about 20% in, it started picking up. Partly romance, it also has the main protagonists fighting against the totalitarian society. The book is denoted in the first person narration and Edward is such a good narrator. We learn new things as he learn and fall for people as he does. I'm so glad I finally read the book. I really can't wait for the next book!!
Thanks, Lis! :)Ladies, I'll be out the whole day on Sunday. I might have time to check the shelf but probably not for reading. I hope the shelf called won't lead to a BINGO. I'll get back in touch on Sunday night :)
Have a great weekend!!
The only Bingo possibilities is if the Angels or Post-Apocolyptic shelves are called... I warned y'all it will happen in 3 weekends when I will be out of town.
I hope you are getting to do something fun!
I'm hoping those aren't the two shelves called. In my world, the bingo will happen the week after we get 4-in-a-row ;)I'm going with some friends to the Universal Studios here in Singapore. I love the rides - so a day of rides, fun (and waiting) is predicted for Sunday.
Sounds like a lot of fun Vi, enjoy!
Thanks, ladies :DWow, shelf announcement was early today.
I just had a quick check - Team 12 get another 4-in-a-row with magic. Team 10 get their first 4 in a row as well. Both of them can win if they get 2011. Team 12 can win if they get PA as well.
Is it just me or is this the largest selection ever?? I'm struggling, so I will probably go with
. I was looking for
or
but probably didnt go far enough to find it.
Lis, OM and SF are definitely on the shelf.
I just combed through the first few pages of the shelf. There were sooooo many choices. So here's my shortlist:
I'll be reading either one of these.
Yay Sandra... Thx. So now I'm down to
and I saw someone else found
which I've been wanting to read too.Not reading, just pondering... Saving for angel shelf...
Finished: Ghost of a ChanceShelf: Paranormal mystery
Date: 3.17
Rating: 2.5 stars
Not a big fan of this book. There were parts that were good and had the promise of being an interesting who-dun-it but fell flat. The storyline felt choppy and didnt connect with any of the characters. Probably why it took me do long to read it.
I'm pretty sure I will be reading The Mage in Black although I do have Industrial Magic also sitting in the pile next to the bed. Lis really liked The Shadow Reader and it's on the to be continued series list...which is getting longer and longer cuz I keep on picking up new series. Now it's off to lie in bed for me as I drank way too much wine last night.
Finished: Holy SmokesShelf: Magic
Read: 3/18
Rating: ★★★★
Review: Each of the books in the Aisling Grey series was laugh-out-loud experience and the fourth book was no exception. Her clueless-ness is endearing in a way that makes you not want to shake HER, but rather all the people around her that assume she knows things no one will tell her about. While I love her character, I think it will be good to get a different perspective of the dragons in the Silver Dragon series.
LOL, Lis! But the angels shelf is a no-no. So we are (sadly) hoping it won't call even though pondering is very much welcome :PYay, Dawn!! Now we can get the Paranormal Mystery stamp.
Way to go, Heather! You're fast. I haven't even started my book.
CONGRATULATIONS, Divining Divas! You now have an updated BINGO card with a stamp on 'paranormal-mystery'.
[Your updated BINGO card can be viewed on page 1]
Good Job!! :D
Yay Divas... Good job Heather, I'm still deciding...
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Well, I wouldn't say I grew up with it, it hasn't ever snowed here in Sydney, the closest we've ever come to snow is lots of big hail. LOL
I first saw snow when I was 12 and I went to the snowfields down south once when I was 18, and had fun *wiggles eyebrows*