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Sarah (7800 KP) rated Night School in Books
Sep 18, 2017
All Reacher'd out
I've read pretty much every Jack Reacher book out there, and it gets to a point where enough is enough. And this book was it for me. When I first started reading them, the Reacher books were fun, interesting thrillers. 20+ books later, they're just getting tedious, predictable and uninteresting. Specifically in this book, there is no character development with Reacher, he's exactly the same in this as in every other book to the point where you can virtually predict his every move. The plot itself is also lacklustre and holds no real interest or intrigue. If you're a die hard Reacher fan then I'm sure you'll love this, but for me the only thing going for it is the fact that it was a quick easy read.
Haley Mathiot (9 KP) rated Kiss Crush Collide in Books
Apr 27, 2018
I was hoping for something a little more unique and individual from this book. As I started reading it, the main character's voice was nearly invisible: it was like she didn't have any character. I couldn't tell if she was haughty or shy, proud or embarrassed, or anything really.
In the first two chapters, stuff happened—but I couldn't tell you what, or why, or in what order, or how it was all related. Her thoughts and memories intertwined with her current experiences, but I couldn't keep track of what was what.
And really, the plot itself is very typical: girl has everything, boy is a mess, they fall in love and create a disaster but the sex is so good that it's worth it.
really?
No thanks.
In the first two chapters, stuff happened—but I couldn't tell you what, or why, or in what order, or how it was all related. Her thoughts and memories intertwined with her current experiences, but I couldn't keep track of what was what.
And really, the plot itself is very typical: girl has everything, boy is a mess, they fall in love and create a disaster but the sex is so good that it's worth it.
really?
No thanks.
Ruth Frampton (577 KP) rated Marcy Mary's Memoirs: A Dachshund Princess Shows the Way (Marcy Mary, #2) in Books
Apr 10, 2018
When I first saw this book I wasn't sure, a book written from the dog's point of view and a Dachshund's point of view at that, hmmm, how wrong could I have been. The author, Kathleen Chamberlin, captures the spirit and character of doxies totally. Showing how it is their home and life and we should be honoured to be allowed to share it with them. Marcy's disdain for the visitor is clearly felt and when the story takes a twist the reader eagerly follows Marcy, cheering on the family and generally revelling in the feeling of euphoria by the end.
A real, feel-good book for dog or pet owners, but a true treasure for anyone who has ever spent time with a doxie. I love it.
A real, feel-good book for dog or pet owners, but a true treasure for anyone who has ever spent time with a doxie. I love it.
Sam (74 KP) rated Joe and Clara’s Christmas Countdown in Books
Mar 27, 2019
This is one of my absolute favourite festive books out there. It’s warm and snuggly and it is so cheerful that it makes me smile as soon as I open the book.
Joe and Clara are both wonderfully developed characters who steal your heart from their first introductions. There were little moments that got me giggling, and plenty of times where the novel was just purely heartwarming.
To me, this is what every festive novel should be. It is so feel-good and I love the way that every chapter counts down until Christmas. If I had the self-control, I would read a chapter a day through December but I know I would never be able to restrain myself that much!
This is definitely a Christmas book you have to experience.
Joe and Clara are both wonderfully developed characters who steal your heart from their first introductions. There were little moments that got me giggling, and plenty of times where the novel was just purely heartwarming.
To me, this is what every festive novel should be. It is so feel-good and I love the way that every chapter counts down until Christmas. If I had the self-control, I would read a chapter a day through December but I know I would never be able to restrain myself that much!
This is definitely a Christmas book you have to experience.
Obsessed book reviews (49 KP) rated Rogue (Deadliest Lies #1) in Books
May 7, 2019
this is the first book by this author that I've read and it definitely wont be the last. this is a fun, sexy read that you wont want to put it down. this is the story about a dark hero with a stronger female character. this book is full of adventure, hot steamy scenes and revenge in the plot keep a hold of you till the end. this book will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat till the end of the book. the characters are fab and you will fall in love with them as you read the book. the characters have lots of great chemistry in the story. i cant wait to read more from this author in the future.
highly recommended
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starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated Her Gilded Prison (Daughters of Sin #1) in Books
Jan 30, 2018
Historical isn't one of my favorites when it comes to genre but this one had enough romance and mystery to keep me interested. The writing was intriquing and very well done. It made me feel as if I could see and feel what was happening to and with the characters. Stephen was a bit odd at first, I didn't know what to think of him but he made me laugh and smile. And then I fell in love with him and with Sybil. The secondary type characters also made me smile and feel good. Which is always fun because sometimes the other characters get put into the background and you don't feel them, but not in this story. I am so glad I got to review this one
starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated To Save a Mate (VonBrandt Family, #1) in Books
Jan 30, 2018
I seriously loved this book. Parts had me close to tears from the feelings in the book.. other times I was close to tears from laughing so hard. This was the first book by this author I have read and am very glad I did. It was amazing. The writing and plot sucked me into the story and made me feel like I was there. I had to know what was going to happen and couldn't put it down until I found out. I loved the characters and that they didn't have an easy time. The love, fear, happiness and sadness. The anger all of it was so well written I was feeling all of it with them and couldn't wait to see if things would change. Amazing!
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2357 KP) rated Hen of the Baskervilles (Meg Langslow, #15) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Meg is the assistant direct at the Un-fair, a local alternative to the state fair. The first morning things get off to a rough start with some vandalism and theft, including two heritage chickens from the chicken tent. Throw in tension in the wine pavilion and things are hoping before the dead body shows up.
While I didn't find this one as laugh out loud funny as some of the previous entries, I did really enjoy it. The plot was good and the characters - new and old - were fun. Meg's twins stole every scene they were in, too. Fans of the series or lighter cozies in general will love it.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-hen-of-baskervilles-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
While I didn't find this one as laugh out loud funny as some of the previous entries, I did really enjoy it. The plot was good and the characters - new and old - were fun. Meg's twins stole every scene they were in, too. Fans of the series or lighter cozies in general will love it.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/07/book-review-hen-of-baskervilles-by.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2357 KP) rated If You Ever Want to Bring a Piano to the Beach, Don't! in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Magnolia is back, and this time, she’s decided to bring the piano on a family beach day. What could be better than that? Her mom is concerned that Magnolia will lose it, but that won’t be an issue. Or will it?
While this book has the same wacky fun that Elise used in her first picture book, I didn’t have the same reaction to it. I just couldn’t buy the craziness, maybe because I’m so familiar with pianos. However, I think the target audience will love it. The picture are wonderful, and the situations that Magnolia gets into are still absurd. Once again, the book is actually narrated in the second person.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/05/book-review-if-you-want-to-bring-piano.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
While this book has the same wacky fun that Elise used in her first picture book, I didn’t have the same reaction to it. I just couldn’t buy the craziness, maybe because I’m so familiar with pianos. However, I think the target audience will love it. The picture are wonderful, and the situations that Magnolia gets into are still absurd. Once again, the book is actually narrated in the second person.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2016/05/book-review-if-you-want-to-bring-piano.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2357 KP) rated Maple Mayhem (Sugar Grove Mystery, #2) in Books
Mar 9, 2018
Dani is working to set up a co-op for the syrup harvesters in her area so some of the smaller businesses can stay afloat. But someone has started to sabotage the farms that plan to join. But when murder gets added to the mix, Dani really has to dig in and figure out what is happening.
Despite several rounds of sabotage, this book started out a little slowly with an emphasis on Dani’s love life over the mystery. However, things really picked up in the second half. The characters were great once again, and I enjoyed spending time with them, which kept the first half from dragging too much.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/09/book-review-maple-mayhem-by-jessie.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
Despite several rounds of sabotage, this book started out a little slowly with an emphasis on Dani’s love life over the mystery. However, things really picked up in the second half. The characters were great once again, and I enjoyed spending time with them, which kept the first half from dragging too much.
Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2014/09/book-review-maple-mayhem-by-jessie.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.