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ArecRain (8 KP) rated House Rules in Books

Jan 18, 2018  
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House Rules
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
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As always Cathryn Fox delivers with her intricate storyline, erotica sex scenes, and endless wit. I haven’t read a Fox story to date that I didn’t like and House Rules just adds to that long list. I didn’t know this was the second in a series when I started it and I felt that I missed out on little nuances because of it. That being said, you can enjoy House Rules without having read book 1, Private Reserve, though I would recommend reading it as well. I know I am.

House Rules is a short erotic read with a hot hero and low key naughty heroine. My only complaint is how short it was!
  
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CaseyB (43 KP) rated Deadwood Dead Men in Books

Mar 10, 2019 (Updated Mar 10, 2019)  
Deadwood Dead Men
Deadwood Dead Men
Bill Markley | 2013 | Fiction & Poetry, History & Politics, Mystery
6
6.0 (1 Ratings)
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This book was an okay read. It wasn't exactly a page turner at first, but it did get better as the book went on. This isn't my go-to genre to read, but it did seem to transport me back in time to Deadwood. I have visited Deadwood with my husband so this is why I decided to read this book. The main character is likeable and it has a little bit of a plot twist near the end of the book. It is a very short read, and I'm not sorry that I read it.
  
An Honest Thief
An Honest Thief
Fyodor Dostoyevsky | 2007 | Fiction & Poetry
9
9.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Simple straightforward fable
An easy read, contrary to many of Dostoyevsky's novels. The honest thief raises the question of whether it is fine to forgive or accept a lie in some circumstances especially when there are more important things to be worrying about.

Dostoyevsky's short stories are always a joy to read and listen because of the power of his storytelling.
  
The Last Wish
The Last Wish
Andrzej Sapkowski | 2008 | Fiction & Poetry
7
8.5 (14 Ratings)
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This is first book I have read in the Witcher world as I thought it would be best to start with a short story collection since I have only played the third game. I enjoyed the stories and the monsters and I can't wait to read more within this world. I think that it is an interesting world with brilliant characters
  
Ghost Story (The Dresden Files, #13)
Ghost Story (The Dresden Files, #13)
Jim Butcher | 2011 | Fiction & Poetry
10
9.1 (7 Ratings)
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Bob! (1 more)
Humorous
Even death messes with Dresden.
This is much more light hearted than the previous novel. (if you haven't read side jobs I highly suggest you do before reading this book. or at least read the short story Aftermath.) I laughed so much. plus you get to meet new people and learn more about a few side characters (such as Morty).
  
The Portable Dorothy Parker
The Portable Dorothy Parker
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Book Favorite

"The way that Dorothy Parker navigates her own darkness with wit, and her commentary on what it was like to be a woman in America in the 1920s is wildly compelling. The amazing thing about this book is you can open to any page and read a great short story. Parker makes for a wonderful author to read aloud to your lover."

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<b><i>“Romance at short notice was her specialty.”</i></b>

This was not what I was expecting. This appears on a list called "50 of the scariest short stories of all time" and this isn't' scary, it's a comedy. My rating is probably swayed because I was expecting something completely different to what I got.

Never mind, it was only 6 pages to read and it was still enjoyable.
  
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Phoebe Robinson recommended Reasons To Live in Books (curated)

 
Reasons To Live
Reasons To Live
Amy Hempel | 2021
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Book Favorite

"I first read this in college. I’m really into short story collections and essays, they’re my jam. I talk a lot and I’m very verbose in my writing, but she’s very much the opposite. Sometimes she’ll have a short story that is a page and it’s brilliant, and you’re like, ‘Oh, you can do that, cool.’ A phenomenal book. I usually don’t reread books, but I’ve reread this one."

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Enzo
Enzo
K. Webster | 2019 | Romance
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
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fantastic read
Another fantastic story from this amazing author. The characters were really well written. This is a fast, very steamy and sexy read. This author always brings you amazing characters. A well written story line with the right amount of everything. This is a short story but the author packs the pages full. You are never disappointed with this author, amazing read every time. I can't wait to read more from this author in the future.

Highly recommended
I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book