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[Nancy]

Damaged by Lisa Scottoline.

[Anita]

Dream by Carly Phillips 3-Stars
Domestic violence victim finds love.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

The Hunt by Allison Brennan 4-Stars
Fast paced and utterly terrifying plot.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Janeiowa]

Evvie Drake Starts Over

This was my first book by Linda Holmes and it started out interesting, but it quickly, for me, deteriorated into the same whining page after page. Not my cup of tea.

[Nancy]

Damaged was very good - recommended.

Reading Killer Crab Cakes ( A Fresh Baked Mystery) by Livia Washburn.
Setting: a B&B on the gulf coast in TX.

[Janeiowa]

The Summer of Sunshine and Margot

I simply couldn’t get into this one.

[Anita]

Jane, you're not having much luck with your book picks lately. Better luck on your next one. My wish for you: a 5-Star read.

[Anita]

no diva

by Ellen Byron 5-Stars
Country Music Cozy Murder
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

The Deception by Kat Martin 5-Stars
A steamy almost one night stand turns into the search for a Killer.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[AliciaJ]

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[Nancy]

The Pumpkin Muffin Murder by Livia J Washburn.

[Janeiowa]

Kiwi Rules

[Penelope]

by Laura Griffin
My goodreads review. I really liked it!
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Also a great reread for me by Linda Howard and my review.
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Cherry-Ann]

Ride Rough by Laura Kaye

[Penelope]

by Janet Evanovich.
I loved the other books in this series but could only give “The Big Kahuna” a 1* rating (which I’ve never done before). Perhaps other readers will still enjoy this newest release even with its entirely different tone but it was a real disappointment for me. I prefer a trained, capable, kick a** heroine/hero - like they were both in the first 5 books.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Penelope]

by Linda Winstead Jones. I found this a delightful “take” on the Bigfoot legend. :D
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

no diva

A Kiss Remembered by Erin St. Claire (Sandra Brown) 3-Stars
Older Sandra Brown romance a miss.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Hard Asset by Pamela Clare 5-Stars
International issues wrapped up in a hot and intense Romantic-Suspense.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Full Force by Elle James 4-Stars
Declan's Defenders to the rescue
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Genuine Lies by Nora Roberts 4-Stars
Way too long, but the ending was great.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Penelope]

by Linda Winstead Jones. A 2003 story, I found this a quick and easy, fun suspenseful read with light romance about a semi-retired rodeo rider/rancher & an undercover FBI agent (including 1 evening of unprotected sex, which I don’t recommend), but I liked the story.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/list....

[Anita]

Strangers She Knows by Christina Dodd 3 1/2-Stars
Kellen and Mara - the final faceoff
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

To the Nines by Janet Evanovich 5-Stars
Steph and Ranger track a missing person
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

Save Your Breath by Melinda Leigh 5-Stars
Olivia is kidnapped and time is running out
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Dark Memento by Katie Reus 3-Stars
Serial killer's partner now coming for Serenity
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Issued to the Bride: One Airman by Cora Seton 4-Stars
Sadie needs Connor's touch
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Janeiowa]

Wrapped Up in You

Disappointing...these SF Heartbreaker Bay novels all sound alike. I used to love her books and looked forward to them and bought them. Now...not so much....top predictable, too repetative, too meh. I no longer buy them, and not sure I’ll even borrow them anymore.

[Anita]

by Sandra Hill 5-Stars
With the Dixie Mafia after Charmaine, Raoul has to protect her.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Fallen by Rebecca Zanetti 4-Stars
Raider - a disgraced Fed and Brigid - a hacker with a mission
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
A Duke of Her Own by Eloisa James 5-Stars
The scandalous Duke needs a wife and a Duke's daughter wants a Duke for her husband.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I See You by Mary Burton 4-Stars
Killer and motive a mystery to the end.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Cajun Fried Felony by Jana Deleon 5-Stars
Love this Cozy-Mystery Series.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Nancy]

Yes Janeiowa, I understand and sympathize.
It saddens me that I am taking
newly purchased books by Susan Mallery, Jodi Thomas and Raeann Thayne to sell at the used book store .. but I know writing is hard and they can’t hit “a home run” with every book.

[Penelope]

True Valor by Dee Henderson
Originally published in 2002. I thought the touching Clean military romance held up very well over time. My review:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Janeiowa]

Nancy....I understand, but when it happens book after book on authors I used to buy, I have stopped buying. Some now want $9.99 or more for an ebook, so, I wait and get the book on a digital library borrow....and often return it the same day when it’s the same tired story ....again.

[Cherry-Ann]

Just jumping in here, Nancy and Janeiowa. I totally agree. There are some fav authors that keep writing to many deja vue moments. Unfortunately, I can't afford to buy these at 9.99 a pop. So it's the library or used book stores for me (when I travel).

Currently reading Linda Howard's "A Lady of the West"

[Anita]

The romance authors you are talking about have never inspired me. I read a book each and moved on. I like action, mystery or humor along with my romance, which is why I really like Linda Howard's books. Straight romance usually has way to much angst and TSTL moments where I figuratively just want to throw the book against the wall, but I can't because it's a Kindle!

I'm cheap and I rarely reread so I always us the library if I can't get the ARC from NetGalley.

[Nancy]

Just read the Tulip Sisters paperback and will NOT spend any more money on new Susan Mallery books. I had it in my big TBR pile and it appears she is going a direction in her writing that I don’t care to follow.
That’s two new SM novels in a row that I have read .. giving up.

[Eve]

Oh, its such a relief that I'm not the only one who's been dissatisfied by these authors. I was a little worried, its me ;)

I think its pointless to spend $9.99 on an ebook that has no plot, there's no interesting and inspiring characters, lack emotion and is all over the place and repetitive. Sadly you never know if its a hit or miss before reading it. So better paper book or library. And worse -- you can not sell ebooks on a used books store. So no enjoyment from reading and money gone.

Susan Elizabeth Phillips is one of romance authors I still buy and enjoy. She's very good story teller and her characters have depth and they are fun to read. I enjoy rereading her books. Many other romance authors just seem to be on an auto pilot and write for money, with not much to tell.

[Nancy]

After all the many years of reading .. I am now realizing that I like best character-driven books.
(Recently reread Venetia by Georgette Heyer and had that eureka revelation.)
If I don’t respect and like the characters (at least ONE!) the book is a bust for me.

[Anita]

Eve, that's why it is so important to have a good group of Goodreads Friends. I always check out a book, especially a romance, to see how my Goodreads Friends reviewed it. If they didn't like it, I don't even bother.

[Eve]

@Anita, I tend to look how GR friends liked the story, whether they were positive or negative. Their opinion usually matches mine, so by now I've learned to trust their reviews and won't bother if the story was badly written, had nasty characters or weak storyline, or force myself to read on if the book has slow start but pick up e.g. from the middle ;)

@Nancy, you are so right. Likeable characters are very important part of every story. When most of the characters just lie, cheat, whine, lack the backbone, do not learn from their mistakes, won't grow as the characters, then in the end, what's the point of the story?
I remember when I read Ain't She Sweet? and Kiss an Angel, then at first I didn't like the heroines. But somehow they slowly grew to me with all the changes and growing up, and at one point I found myself rooting and really liking them. I like intricated, strong and sassy heroines the most. Linda Howard also creates very good heroines I enjoy.

[Janeiowa]

I was amused when some pretty well-known romance genre authors posted a group pic from a big event in San Antonio. I think it was five of them...and only one could I pick out....only because the pic was on her Facebook page. She gave the names of others, but none looked like their author pictures on their books or websites.

[Eve]

I've started Under Currents by Nora Roberts. This story doesn't have very easy theme (overcoming childhood abuse) but so far I really like it. I enjoy the characters and writing style.

[Penelope]

@Eve, The last 2 novels I have read by Nora Roberts were both serious & somewhat depressing material - Shelter in Place & Come Sundown . The latter one, I almost didn’t finish. Had it not been for Nora’s reputation, I probably wouldn’t have. I appreciate much lighter reading these days - the news is real enough. ;)
I just finished Winning Skyhunter by Jessie Donovan Jessie Donovan. It’s a light, fun paranormal dragon shifter novel, a stand-alone in a delightful series Jessie has created.
I wish Linda Howard wrote more novels like “Killing Time” or “Son of the Morning.” I loved those! Sometimes I just need to escape to another world where anything is possible - even flying! Haha. :D Readers who read only Clean novels, sadly will miss out on Jessie’s fantastic world.
My review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Eve]

Penelope, you are right, recent books by Nora Roberts have been more depressing but she also add hope and good characters to her stories, so thankfully they are not too dark.

[Anita]

I agree with Eve and Penelope on Nora's recent romantic-suspense books. 90% suspense and 10% romance just doesn't cut it with me and the overall depressing themes are a real downer. I read to be entertained, not lectured to.

[Janeiowa]

AMEN to Penelope and Anita! The real world and news is depressing enough...I don’t read to endure more mental illness, abuse, killings and gore. I read to escape that. As Anita said so well, I’m not wanting to be lectured to. I’ve been an adult for many, many years, and I know how dysfunctional families can be and how mean and cruel people can be. I see it every day around me and on tv. I want a book to take me away from that.

I’m currently re-reading the Escape to New Zealand series where the people aren’t perfect, of course, but they are good people.

[Penelope]

I just finished “Insight” by Deborah Raney. I thought it was going to be a contemporary romance novel but it’s probably more a women’s fiction story. “Insight” dealt with marital issues - unfaithfulness in marriage - so pretty heavy stuff. I prefer lighter reading material but those who enjoy challenging subject matter may enjoy this a lot. It’s a Clean read and my review:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

A Lady by Midnight by Tessa Dare 5-Stars
Delightful, wonderful and romantic
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
The Kill by Allison Brennan 4-Stars
An innocent man is freed and the hunt for a serial killer is on.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Tall, Dark, and Cajun by Sandra Hill 5-Stars
Secrets and omissions can kill a relationship, but true love finds a way.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Feather on the Moon by Phyllis A. Whitney 4-Stars
Who is this Child?
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
One Dark Wish by Sharon Wray 4-Stars
Riveting plot and awesome characters
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Driving Force by Elle James 4-Stars
Jane Doe is a real surprise.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[AliciaJ]

Penelope wrote: "@Eve, The last 2 novels I have read by Nora Roberts were both serious & somewhat depressing material - Shelter in Place & Come Sundown [bookcover:Come Sundown|..."

I agree about Nora’s latest books. They have taken a much darker turn, and the romance aspect is barely part of the story. It seems since she changed publishers her stories have changed too. I’m not really a fan of this new evolution, preferring her more romantic titles. I just hope her In Death series doesn’t end up morphing into something new too.

[AliciaJ]

I’m currently re-reading Archangel's Heart by Nalini Singh.

[Nancy]

Read Puppy Christmas by Lucy Gilmore.
I think this group would like it.
Interesting characters and lots of laughs.
I wish the language was cleaned up and too much steam for me but this is a head’s up on that.
PS Not very much Christmas involved.

[Anita]

I love reading Christmas Romances at Christmas time. I'm sorry to hear that there was not much Christmas in Puppy Christmas, but if there is humor I'll check it out.

[Anita]

The Gift of the Marquess by Darcy Burke 3-Stars
"You make your plans and you hear God laughing."
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Whisper of Bones by Melinda Leigh 5-Stars
Great mystery plot and slow, easy, cozy romance.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Bred in the Bone by Kendra Elliot 4-Stars
The mystery of Sam's disappearance is solved.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Ten Big Ones Janet Evanovich 5-Stars
Stephanie find her way to Ranger's secret lair.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Anita]

Passion Punch by Tricia Leedom 4 1/2-Stars
Loved this series and Author. Can't wait for the next Series.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Christmas Past by Mary Burton 4-Stars
A mysterious letter leads to a murderer.
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Wanted by Kaylea Cross 5-Stars
Zoe and Clay find their HEA and a whole lot more
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Undercover Princess by Suzanne Brockmann 4-Stars
True Love for a Princess and a Millionaire
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

[Janeiowa]

Macmillan publishing is putting the squeeze on libraries wanting ebooks. Can only buy 1 for first 8 weeks. If they think this will have me paying BIG $$ for their ebooks, they are sadly mistaken.



https://www.therolladailynews.com/new...

[Anita]

My library had a notice on the Overdrive e-book site warning users of what is happening. I agree with you, Jane, I'm not paying these outrageous prices for what is basically entertainment. I'm a patient person, I can wait.

[Eve]

Sorry to hear it Janeiowa. It will mean longer waiting time...
My library have 21 days for books but for more popular / newer books its 7 days. I'm fast reader, so I quickly return the books, so the waiting list would move on faster.

I guess sales are dropping, so the publisher want to force readers to buy new books. Not sure it will work though. As it is too many people no longer read, they have some other entertainment, like social media, games, netflix. If the reader will loose library option and reading habit, what then?

E-books have outrageous prices. With paper book I can re-sell it at least, not so with digital book. So I rather wait for the prices to drop or borrow from the library. Why buy only one book for $26.99 when I can get 10 books from the sales or used book store? If I buy translated book, then they are even more expensive, so its good to read in English ;)

Ehh, there are always so many books on my TBR list, so its no problem to wait till something I want becomes available ;)

[Eve]

I finished What Doesn't Kill Her by Christina Dodd. Really liked it. Likeable characters and fast-paced.

Then The Last Time I Saw You by Liv Constantine. Unlikeable and selfish characters. Now reading Mine by Courtney Cole.

[Janeiowa]

Her Christmas Cowboy

[Anita]

Deadly Obsessionby April Hunt 3 1/2-Stars
Friends that catch fire trope
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Beauty and the Blacksmith by Tessa Dare 5-Stars
Sweet and Sexy novella
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
This Earl of Mine by Kate Bateman 4 1/2-Stars
Wonderful Historical-Romance w/ a touch of Suspense
My Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...