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Frank Einstein and the Bio-Action Gizmo: Book 5
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In the fifth book of the New York Times bestselling Frank Einstein series, Frank Einstein (kid...
Night and Day
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As different as night and day, goes the old saying, and this elegant book takes readers through a...
The Relationship Survival Guide
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The latest in Martin Baxendale's popular series of cartoon gift-books takes a fun look at the ups...
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Rack & Ruin (THIRDS, #3) in Books
Jan 6, 2021
I love this series!
Dex and Sloane... *sigh* The way their relationship is progressing so sweetly in each book. I'm so happy for them. The banter and, well, everything! It's brilliantly written
The relationships between two other partners is driving me a little mad too. Ash and Cael and Hobbs and Calvin. What's going on with you guys?!
I've gone and bought book 4 but I think I'm going to change it up a little first and read something else.
Dex and Sloane... *sigh* The way their relationship is progressing so sweetly in each book. I'm so happy for them. The banter and, well, everything! It's brilliantly written
The relationships between two other partners is driving me a little mad too. Ash and Cael and Hobbs and Calvin. What's going on with you guys?!
I've gone and bought book 4 but I think I'm going to change it up a little first and read something else.
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated More Than Jamie Baker (Jamie Baker #2) in Books
Jan 8, 2021
I loved the first book in this series, giving it 4.5 stars. This one fell a little short for me. It still had some awesome Jamie and Ryan moments but the rest of the storyline didn't really tempt me in. The superhero bit was, I guess, then next logical step but I wasn't that thrilled by the idea of it. Neither about Teddy's appearance.
I can't not read the last book but I'm not in that much of a hurry to do so.
I can't not read the last book but I'm not in that much of a hurry to do so.
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Weak Without Him (Weakness) in Books
Jan 11, 2021
DNF@19%
It's been almost 18 month since I read the first book in this series and I'd forgotten pretty much everything that went on, though some of it came back to me as I read this.
I gave the first book 5 stars but really struggled with the style of this. My tastes have probably changed in the last year but it felt rather stilted and unlike other books we didn't really get a recap of previous events.
Not for me.
It's been almost 18 month since I read the first book in this series and I'd forgotten pretty much everything that went on, though some of it came back to me as I read this.
I gave the first book 5 stars but really struggled with the style of this. My tastes have probably changed in the last year but it felt rather stilted and unlike other books we didn't really get a recap of previous events.
Not for me.
Leanne Crabtree (480 KP) rated Cronin's Key (Cronin's Key, #1) in Books
Jan 11, 2021
Meh
This is my fourth book by the author. Two I've loved, two not so much, including this one. It was just too much history and not enough relationship building for me so by the end when they got down to the sex part I wasn't even interested and skipped it. And sometimes that's the best bit!
I liked the idea behind it but it fell short for me. I don't think I'll be reading the next book in the series.
This is my fourth book by the author. Two I've loved, two not so much, including this one. It was just too much history and not enough relationship building for me so by the end when they got down to the sex part I wasn't even interested and skipped it. And sometimes that's the best bit!
I liked the idea behind it but it fell short for me. I don't think I'll be reading the next book in the series.
Kristina (502 KP) rated False Start (False #3) in Books
Dec 7, 2020
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I wish I enjoyed this as much as the first book; I did enjoy it more than the second. The conclusion that is still, in many ways, a cliffhanger leaves me satisfied enough that I don't feel the urgent need to read the next book, especially considering it will be from Wyatt's point of view, but allows that option to re!ain open in the future. For me this series started out strong but ended much weaker than I hoped for.
Laura Doe (1350 KP) rated Codename Villanelle (Killing Eve #1) in Books
Jan 16, 2022
Having read this book previously, I knew that I was going to enjoy it whilst refreshing my memory to continue the series, but I forgot just how much I enjoyed it the first time around.
I love the Killing Eve TV show that is based on the books and that’s what drew me to the books in the first place, but I find that these are so much better (as is usually the way when things are adapted for TV series or films). The book goes into so much more depth about who Villanelle is and who she was before she became the lethal assassin that we now know her as.
Villanelle has quite a few flashbacks of her previous life which gives us the insight into how she came to be and how she came to choose her new name. I find it fascinating reading through her flashbacks as it shows you exactly what shaped her growing up and that becoming an assassin actually saved her from a worse fate.
We also meet Eve and follow her through a number of cases before she settles on a female assassin that is killing people who don’t seem to be connected. Towards the end of the book we meet her full team, who I think will play a prominent part in the sequel book.
I’m so glad that I decided to refresh my memory by reading this book again before starting on the second in the series. Luke Jenning’s writing flows beautifully that I couldn’t put this book down and read it in one sitting.
I love the Killing Eve TV show that is based on the books and that’s what drew me to the books in the first place, but I find that these are so much better (as is usually the way when things are adapted for TV series or films). The book goes into so much more depth about who Villanelle is and who she was before she became the lethal assassin that we now know her as.
Villanelle has quite a few flashbacks of her previous life which gives us the insight into how she came to be and how she came to choose her new name. I find it fascinating reading through her flashbacks as it shows you exactly what shaped her growing up and that becoming an assassin actually saved her from a worse fate.
We also meet Eve and follow her through a number of cases before she settles on a female assassin that is killing people who don’t seem to be connected. Towards the end of the book we meet her full team, who I think will play a prominent part in the sequel book.
I’m so glad that I decided to refresh my memory by reading this book again before starting on the second in the series. Luke Jenning’s writing flows beautifully that I couldn’t put this book down and read it in one sitting.
Merissa (13329 KP) rated Awakening the Sheriff (Forestville Silver Foxes #2) in Books
Aug 22, 2023
AWAKENING THE SHERIFF is the second book in the Forestville Silver Foxes series. The title gives away one of the MCs, but the other is a new teacher in town, Keaton Perry.
I loved returning to Forestville and the close-knit group of friends. Auden has been stuck in a rut for a while now but has no idea how to change it, whatever 'it' may be. Keaton has moved to Forestville because he has warm memories of living in a small town himself. Of course, life never runs smoothly, especially when you've got teenagers.
Auden and Keaton's story is completely organic - nothing seems forced or false. It moves at a steady pace, giving the reader time to enjoy each and every scene. I loved the get-togethers where we saw all of the friends, and I REALLY loved how Auden expressed himself. Their story shows that love can be easy when you're with the right person, even when life can be hard.
I can't wait for the next book in this series but I am also hoping that we have a Forestville: Next Generation scenario, as I really want to know more about Gabe, Violet, and Dani. I also need Byron to have his HEA. He deserves it so much.
Such a brilliant book! I have absolutely no hesitation in HIGHLY recommending both this book and the series.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Aug 22, 2023
I loved returning to Forestville and the close-knit group of friends. Auden has been stuck in a rut for a while now but has no idea how to change it, whatever 'it' may be. Keaton has moved to Forestville because he has warm memories of living in a small town himself. Of course, life never runs smoothly, especially when you've got teenagers.
Auden and Keaton's story is completely organic - nothing seems forced or false. It moves at a steady pace, giving the reader time to enjoy each and every scene. I loved the get-togethers where we saw all of the friends, and I REALLY loved how Auden expressed himself. Their story shows that love can be easy when you're with the right person, even when life can be hard.
I can't wait for the next book in this series but I am also hoping that we have a Forestville: Next Generation scenario, as I really want to know more about Gabe, Violet, and Dani. I also need Byron to have his HEA. He deserves it so much.
Such a brilliant book! I have absolutely no hesitation in HIGHLY recommending both this book and the series.
** same worded review will appear elsewhere **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Aug 22, 2023