I really loved The Dark Days Club. In fact, I'm preparing for a re-read in anticipation of The Dark Days Pact, which should be in my hands any day nowI really loved The Dark Days Club. In fact, I'm preparing for a re-read in anticipation of The Dark Days Pact, which should be in my hands any day now. So, when I saw a short story from Lord Carlston's perspective pop up in my GR feed, I couldn't resist. I had to search it out. And it was lovely, showing a side of Lord Carlston that I knew was there but that we rarely get to see in the first book....more
I re-read this one via audio, fully intending to read the final book next, but I just can't bring myself to do it. I kind of realOriginal review here.
I re-read this one via audio, fully intending to read the final book next, but I just can't bring myself to do it. I kind of really detest the MC after my re-read. How did I enjoy this series so much before? Maybe I simply overlooked the MC in favor of the alternate universe travels? I don't know...but I think I'm done....more
This series will always be one of my favorite psychological thrillers. It never disappoints and it always keeps me guessing. And Original review here.
This series will always be one of my favorite psychological thrillers. It never disappoints and it always keeps me guessing. And in this installment, we get some more background on Dean and his serial killer father, plus that pesky love triangle has a resolution. I'm so glad I finally decided to re-read the first two books so that I could continue the series....more
Just as heartbreaking as my initial read-through, except this time, Rebecca Soler narrates the heartbreak with utter precision. IOriginal review here.
Just as heartbreaking as my initial read-through, except this time, Rebecca Soler narrates the heartbreak with utter precision. It was still so hard to see Catherine's transition from sweet, in love baker to the Queen of Hearts. But I still think Meyer did a remarkable job with the story, especially as there was nothing that could have swayed me to like Queen Levana from The Lunar Chronicles, but every fiber of my being was rooting for Catherine. *sobs*...more
ETA 2/23/18: Re-reading The Ravenels after The Wallflowers while waiting for Hello Stranger and after also being told that I need to read The HathawayETA 2/23/18: Re-reading The Ravenels after The Wallflowers while waiting for Hello Stranger and after also being told that I need to read The Hathaways. I'm definitely getting my Lisa Kleypas fix this month. :D
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Oh, I just love a hate-to-love romance. Probably my favorite trope ever. And this one was exemplary, especially with so many complications involved. I know sooo many who just adore Lisa Kleypas' books, and I'm so glad I finally gave one a try. But now I'm in utter misery because the next book in this series released in May of this year and yet I am still #6 on the waitlist at the library. *dies*...more
I just cannot help loving a story set in Scotland. But this one was fabulous. I've read others where an English lass was made to wed a Scottish laird,I just cannot help loving a story set in Scotland. But this one was fabulous. I've read others where an English lass was made to wed a Scottish laird, but this is probably my new favorite. I loved the growing kinship between the newlyweds, loved how Annabel easily became part of his clan because of her easy way with them...I even loved how the author brought Annabel's sister - and the woman Ross was supposed to marry - back into her life. This was my first Lynsay Sands book, but it will not be my last....more
The idea of a masked crusader guarding the streets of 18th century London highly intrigued me. Especially as he was thought to have murdered his wife'The idea of a masked crusader guarding the streets of 18th century London highly intrigued me. Especially as he was thought to have murdered his wife's former lover. I've never read anything by Elizabeth Hoyt prior to this book, which is #5 in the Maiden Lane series, but I vow to read them all now....more
I could have left it at The Dark Unwinding and never looked back, but I do so like to finish a series, especially when it only consists of two books. I could have left it at The Dark Unwinding and never looked back, but I do so like to finish a series, especially when it only consists of two books. And this sequel was mysterious and clever enough to hold my attention, yet I still feel like there were things left unanswered...things that were hinted at that I never actually saw fully developed in the story itself. I am also still not fully sold on the romance, especially as I rather liked a certain suspicious Frenchman who reminded me a lot of the love interest in Rook....more
Never have I been so glad to be an audiobook listener than with this series. The first book only recently released in the US, but both books have beenNever have I been so glad to be an audiobook listener than with this series. The first book only recently released in the US, but both books have been available on audio thanks to the Australian publisher for ages, so I immediately downloaded this sequel. Another plus, it's only a duology. And as I said, it's from the land down under, and I've never met a book from an Australian author that I didn't like. But this series? This series is phenomenal. If I thought the first book was insane, I was nowhere near prepared for this conclusion. The absolute brilliance of this series leads me to believe that I must, at all costs, read everything else Jessica Shirvington has ever written....more
I love discovering books not because they're being promoted but because other readers are simply enjoying them and sharing the love on Goodreads. I prI love discovering books not because they're being promoted but because other readers are simply enjoying them and sharing the love on Goodreads. I probably would have dismissed this book without a second thought because it sounded a little too dystopian for my tastes, but it is sooo much more than that. The utter mind-fuck that Maggie pulls over on Quentin, the infiltration, the romance, the utter chaos of it all...I am so glad I didn't have to wait for the sequel like so many others complained about after that killer cliff-hanger....more
These books were a fun foray into the world of vampires, which I have not found myself a part of much in recent years, and they made forRead books 1-3
These books were a fun foray into the world of vampires, which I have not found myself a part of much in recent years, and they made for an excellent distraction. Yet, if my library does not take my recommendation to purchase the rest of the series on audio, I doubt I'll finish them....more
These books were a fun foray into the world of vampires, which I have not found myself a part of much in recent years, and they made forRead books 1-3
These books were a fun foray into the world of vampires, which I have not found myself a part of much in recent years, and they made for an excellent distraction. Yet, if my library does not take my recommendation to purchase the rest of the series on audio, I doubt I'll finish them....more
I enjoy re-reading books, especially when doing so means I can finally get to the last book in a series. I liked all the answers Original review here.
I enjoy re-reading books, especially when doing so means I can finally get to the last book in a series. I liked all the answers we got in this sequel, especially as I'd forgotten quite a bit in the years since I originally read it. But knowing the final book is more Nick's story...I'm still not sure I'll pick it up. I like Nick. He reminds me a lot of Ronan, actually. But my library doesn't have the final book on audio, and I'm not sure I'll love the book enough to own it myself....more
I loved the first book in the series, but I wasn't expecting a companion novel. Guess I should read those summaries better. At any rate, I really likeI loved the first book in the series, but I wasn't expecting a companion novel. Guess I should read those summaries better. At any rate, I really liked the couple featured in this book, as well as the problems they faced with the supernatural. I also couldn't help picturing Garrett Hedlund as Lowe, which didn't hurt matters. I hope I can find the third book available on audio......more
Cute and swoony but still not the Christmas-y story I've been looking for. The narrator is a favorite, though. Short and sweet and perfect to put you Cute and swoony but still not the Christmas-y story I've been looking for. The narrator is a favorite, though. Short and sweet and perfect to put you in the spirit but not as full of Christmas cheer as I'd hoped....more
That was fucking fantastic! Magic and mythology and BANTER and it was perfect! I could not stop listening to the audiobook once I started. I can't waiThat was fucking fantastic! Magic and mythology and BANTER and it was perfect! I could not stop listening to the audiobook once I started. I can't wait to read the next book!...more
Even though this is not my favorite of Hodge's novels, I still find this story exquisite. And haunting. And I Re-read via audio. Original review here.
Even though this is not my favorite of Hodge's novels, I still find this story exquisite. And haunting. And I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing it again via audio. It's different and compelling and I can't wait for the sequel. That ending was...not nice.
It's funny because all I've really found myself in the mood for lately is fluffy contemporaries, but I can't seem to find one to hold my interest. EveIt's funny because all I've really found myself in the mood for lately is fluffy contemporaries, but I can't seem to find one to hold my interest. Even this book wasn't fluffy. It was much deeper and more insightful than I'd expected, though the characters were a little melodramatic for my taste. Also, it seemed too easy? Like, in real life, things would not have ended the way they did for the de los Santos family. It wasn't a bad story and I appreciated the light it shed on the topic of immigration, especially in these trying times. I just wish it had delved deeper. Sure, there are those who the system doesn't fail, but what about all those others for whom it does?...more
Sometimes, when you're in a cranky mood, you just need a book filled with hot dudes. Like, products of a superRe-read via audio. Original review here.
Sometimes, when you're in a cranky mood, you just need a book filled with hot dudes. Like, products of a super-secret government experiment hot. ;0) Also, this re-read really made me want to finally get to Nick's book. Not that I had no interest in it before, but it's definitely been rekindled. He reminds me so much of Ronan Lynch. Apparently, I love douchey, misunderstood boys....more
After reading This is Our Story last week, I was in the mood for another crime thriller. But I don't have a knRe-read via audio. Original review here.
After reading This is Our Story last week, I was in the mood for another crime thriller. But I don't have a knack for finding good ones. So, I decided to re-read one of my favorites. I still need to read books three and four in this series, but the first one is the only one on audio. *cries*...more
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