<— BREAKING NEWS UPDATE!!! TIJAN’S LATEST – EnemiesΒ –Β IS LIVE!!! (thank you Dani!!) π
HAPPY DECEMBER, HAPPY MONDAY EARLYBIRDS (26 new books below!!) & HAPPY CYBER MONDAY! π π π !!! Another day of deals coming our way, and I’ll see what I can find us (and I’ll post the deals below in the “Cyber Monday” section). π I’m not done my Christmas shopping… in fact I have two very important gifts that I want to get but I haven’t been “inspired” yet by the right one… hopefully today fixes that. π
Three things:
1.) I’m reading “The Great Alone: A Novel” by Kristin Hannah (it’s 450 pages) and I’m halfway through it and I’m loving it. Though I’m terrified of her monster-of-a-father who sends me into a fury. I have no idea how this is going to end, but I know it’s going to affect me deeply.
2.) I had my actual Thanksgiving on Saturday because that’s when everyone could make it (a last minute hiccup had us changing our original Thursday Thanksgiving plans, but it actually worked out perfectly since more people could come). π I spent an amazing Friday and Saturday prepping and cooking, and the celebration was wonderful. I was surrounded by people I love and I can’t wait to do it all again at Christmas.
3.) My Christmas tree is up (I got it up during Black Friday since I shopped from home π ) and it was just in time for my Thanksgiving supper and guests. I LOVE it. P.S. What makes it even better, is that my mom (all the way in Canada) and I were Facetiming all day Friday and she put up her tree too – WITH me. It was like we were actually together, decorating for Christmas. SO. FUN. Gah I love technology. We live in wonderful times, my friends.
Also these deals are still on π :
- ββ 4 months of Amazon Unlimited Music for a super-bargain. AMAZING deal! β... This limited time offer provides on-demand, ad-free and unlimited access to 50 million songs on any device via the Amazon Music app...β <β I use my Echo to play mine.
- ββ 3 months of Audible at a significant discount!! You can get in on this deal until December 31st!!
- ββ Audible now has anΒ βEscapeβ package membership (30 day free trial) (romance audiobooks!!Β this one is SO cool, and worth it β unlimited listening for all of the audiobooks in the program, and there are tons)!!
CYBER MONDAY FINDS!!!
ββββ You can check outΒ ALL the Amazon CYBER MONDAY DEALSΒ π here. And these are my favorites (so far – keep checking back because I’ll be adding on to this section all day as the sales change):
- Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage) β Silver <β THIS DEAL IS STILL GOING ON FOR CYBER MONDAY!!!Β Iβm excited to find this one in case anyone wants an Air βcause this is a great deal!!!
- ACURE Brightening Facial Scrub | 100% Vegan | For A Brighter Appearance | Sea Kelp & French Green Clay – Softens, Detoxifies and Cleanses | All Skin Types | 4 Fl OzΒ <— THIS IS MY FAVORITE FACIAL SCRUB!!! Even my sister who’s all about natural ingredients approves! I actually learned about this company via my Ipsy subscription – and it’s one of the things I order and use regularly for a couple of years now. I just bought 2 to last me the year!
Jenny: This scrub is the best!
Maryse: 100% AGREE!!!!
- ACURE Radically Rejuvenating Cleansing Cream | 100% Vegan | Provides Anti-Aging Support | Olive Oil & Mint – Rejuvenates, Refreshes, Soothes & Cleanses | 4 Fl Oz)Β <— IT is the ONLY stuff I wash my face with & and it’s a Cyber Monday deal too!!Β Β So gentle and removes all of my makeup without issue. I just bought 2 of these also (well I’ll likely need more of the cleaner since I use it every day and the scrub only twice a week) but OMG I’M THRILLED!! PLUS there’s a digital coupon that you can check off… to add ON to the Cyber Monday deal right there!!! π
- KEURIG COFFEE BREWER <— Two of ’em on super Cyber Monday sale!!
Julie O: I love my Keurig. Love really strong coffee and always use same kind. I get up in the morning and want what I am used to and what gets me going. I feel like I donβt waste coffee this way because only make a cup when I want one. I buy a large box of 100 or more off amazon and get for a good price. And thank God for prime! Use it all the time.
Kathy: I love my Keurig. You can buy compostable pods (not made from plastic) on Amazon. My husband was against getting one for a long time but he is a believer now as it always guarantees hot and fresh coffee. I can do my Starbucks Cinnamin Dolce latte as Starbucks makes this as well as the Peppermint Mocha during the holidays is delicious. I just stock up on them when they are on sale.
- iRobot Roomba 675 Robot Vacuum-Wi-Fi Connectivity, Works with Alexa, Good for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors, Self-Charging <β P.S. Hereβs a popular Roomba model (higher up than mine β thatβs for sure) thatβs also on sale!!! Mine is still perfect so Iβm not upgradingβ¦ yet. πΒ ALSO!! This one’s on Cyber Monday sale too (a higher model) β iRobot Roomba 891 Robot Vacuum- Wi-Fi Connected, Works with Alexa, Ideal for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors
Julie O: You will love it!Β Good entertainment for my cocker spaniel. Gracie sits on back of couch and keeps track of it all over first floor and when it gets close to couch she barks at it. We call the roomba NAOMI after the house cleaner that I had that would come in once a week before I moved. I would rather have Naomi but roomba will have to do now. Too bad it doesnβt do toilets.
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KitchenAid KSM150GBQCU Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Food Grinder Attachment <— JUST A FEW MORE HOURS LEFT FOR CYBER MONDAY and I found this is back on sale (but this time it’s the silver one, the bronze one and the white one!!) WITH A FOOD GRINDER ATTACHMENT!!!Β
- LβOreal Paris Voluminous Makeup Lash Paradise Mascara, Voluptuous Volume, Intense Length, Feathery Soft Full Lashes, No Flaking, No Smudging, No Clumping, Blackest Black, 0.25 Fl Oz (Pack of 2)Β <— STILL ON SUPER-SALE (myΒ favorite mascara and this is a two pack!!) WARNING: Make sure if you decide to get this, that you verify the format β there are multiple choices available and various colors β thereβs waterproof and washable (I only use washable blackest black so thatβs the one Iβm linking directly to). P.S. AND!! Here’s a single pack Β of the same mascara on Cyber Monday sale too (but this one only has a few hours left on the deal).
Lisa M: Loving my LβOrΓ©al Paris & Primer Mascara!! Every time I put it on wow!! Why did I not know about this before. Have to check out the makeup list again. Iβm sure Iβm missing out on another must have!!
Maryse: I KNOW IT right, Lisa?? Iβm in love with it. My lashes are always fluffy and separated itβs that amazing of a formula!
- BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES on Black Friday SALE!!! TWO BRANDS (SONY & BOSE)Β Perfect for audiobook listening (and the reviews for both are awesome!!! Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones WH1000XM3: Wireless Bluetooth Over the Ear Headphones with Mic and Alexa voice controlΒ and then Bose QuietComfort 35 II Wireless Bluetooth Headphones, Noise-Cancelling, with Alexa voice control, enabled with Bose AR β BlackΒ <— THIS ON CYBER MONDAY DEAL!!!
- SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker Bundle (Black), with CO2, BPA free Bottles, and 0 Calorie Fruit Drops FlavorsΒ <— A DIFFERENT MODEL from the Black Friday deal, and this one’s a big deal too!!!
- Instant Pot Duo 80 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Steamer, Saute, Yogurt Maker, and Warmer, 8-QT, Stainless Steel/Black <β THIS Β ONE IS BACK ON SALE!! IT went off after Black Friday but it’s back!!
Robyn: Maryse I also made your Greek beans in the instant pot and they are super Yummy! That could be a weekly staple. I added feta cheese and lemon and it totally put it over the top!
Amy: Did you know you can make wine in the Instant Pot?!?Β Mind. Blown.
Amy: …you know what is delicious in the Instant Pot? Collard greens. I cooked some pancetta using the sautΓ© function in a little bit of olive oil, added chicken broth, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar, cooked them and then let the pressure release slowly, and WOW. Yummmmmmy.
- Shark IQ R1001AE with Self-Empty Base, Wi-Fi Connected, Home Mapping, Works with Alexa, Ideal for Pet Hair, Carpets, Hard Floors Robot Vacuum, 30 Session Capacity, Black <β SUPER-BLACK FRIDAY DEAL and OMG!! Okay so we all know I have a Roomba (literally the most basic model, mine doesnβt even come with a remote control or wireless magic or anything) and I LOVE IT!!! It is my little helper, Iβve had it for a few years now (got it about 2-3 years ago on a Black Friday deal then), and itβs still going strong. But Iβm not going to βpoopooβ different brands from y beloved Roomba βcause we all know Shark is considered one of the best, and this model (self-emptying!!!) blows. My. Mind!
- Kindle Paperwhite β Now Waterproof with 2x the Storage β Includes Special Offers <β I GOT MINE during Prime Day for this exact same price!!! I LOVE IT! And itβs a SUPER-CRAZY DEAL!! PLUS PLUS!! I traded my old Paperwhite it and got an even BIGGER discount, so if you have an old one, theyβre doing the trade-in deal right now too!
Michele G: I thought about the Oasis too but primarily for the waterproof feature so when the Paperwhite came out with that and was soooo much less expensiveβ¦and I could read it in the sunshine, it was an easy purchase.
Nay: if I read from something like a Paperwhite, I might have a more uninterrupted reading experience.
- Echo Dot (3rd Gen) β Smart speaker with Alexa <β SUPER-SALE on these (4 colors β I like the pink Β one and also the βsandstone one β I may just jump in on this to have one in my bedroom β she can sing me lullabies Β π )
- Ninja Foodi 7-in-1 Programmable Pressure Fryer, Slow Multi Cooker with TenderCrisp Technology, 5 Pot, 3-qt. Air Fry Basket (OP101), 5-Quart, Black/Gray <β IT’S BACK FOR THE CYBER MONDAY SUPER-DEAL!! Yepβ¦ this sounds like the ultimate to me since it ALSO has the air-fryer built in. HOLY. MOLY.
LOOK WHAT JUST WENT LIVEΒ Β !!!
- ScroogedΒ by Penelope Ward & Vi KeelandΒ πΒ <— PENELOPE WARD & VI KEELAND’S LATEST!! BUT!! It’s currently only live in print and audiobook (though the audiobook is a deal!!) π
- Christmas On Main Street (Santa’s Secret Helpers Book 1) by Leeanna Morgan
- Magic Gambit (Hidden World Academy Book 3) by Sadie Moss
- It Started With a Sleigh: A Christmas Romance by Kaydence Snow
- Marcus (The Guzzi Legacy Book 6) by Bethany-Kris
- Gretchen (Love In Somerset Book 3) by Shelly Ferguson
- Christmas Holly (Sweet Christmas Series Book 5) by Samantha Jacobey
- EnemiesΒ by Tijan <— LIVE!!!!!! He was her neighbor and she HATED him… “…Gorgeous and charismatic, he became the town’s football god, while I became the town’s invisible girl. He went to a Division 1 school for football, while my father was fired by his father. His team won the National Championship, while my mother died the same day. He was a first round pick for the NFL … … while I made the worst decision of my life...”
Dani: Enemies by Tijan was released today!Β I havenβt read it yet, but Iβm excited to start it. I didnβt see it on your Monday list (or maybe I missed it because Iβm blind sometimes). But the the blurb looks very interesting!
Maryse: Thank you so much Dani!!!!!! I just added it. IT DOES sound awesome!!! I love books when they hate each other at first. *claps*
- Blame by Lolalite <— OH THIS ONE SOUNDS DARK…Β “...Damaged people can be dangerous; they know how to make hell a home. That was what sixteen-year-old Lizzy soon realised when she let Orion Walker into her life. In between juggling social anxiety and mild depression, Lizzy now has to deal with a toxic, bad-tempered ex-crush who can’t seem to stay away from her either...”
- Ms. Scrooge by Annabelle Costa <— OH SHE’S ON A RAMPAGE!!! “…Tomorrow is Christmas Day. And in the last 48 hours I have: 1) Fired two of my trusted employees. 2) Defaced the office Christmas tree. 3) Completely blown it with the first man Iβve really liked in the last ten years. But itβs worth it, because Iβm about to earn the promotion of a lifetime. Unfortunately, my former boss and mentor, Marley Jacobs, is determined to show me the error of my ways before midnight. Except Iβm not about to let anyone get in my wayβeven Marley. Especially since Marley is dead…”
- Her Vengeful Embrace (Island of Ys Book 4) by Katee Robert
- Truth About Men & Dogs: Small Town Billionaire Romantic Comedy (About Love Series) by Andrea Simonne
- A Fairbanks Affair (An Odds-Are-Good Standalone Romance Book 3)Β by Katy Regnery <— I LOVED BOOK #1 in this series (Alaska online dating ads!!)… “…Successful distillery owner, Trevor Starling, was left betrayed and broken-hearted when his brother and fiancΓ©e had sex the night before Trevor’s wedding. Anticipating a lonely New Year’s celebration, he places an ad in The Odds Are Good for a no-strings attached weekend of hot sex.Β Though mistaken identity threatens to derail everything, the chemistry between Faye and Trevor turns out to be stronger than either could have imagined…”
- The Inn at Holiday Bay: Note in the Nutcracker by Kathi Daley
- King’s Ransom: A Dark Bratva Romance (Ruthless Doms)Β by Jane Henry
- Dirty Minds: An Interracial Russian Mafia Romance (The Lion and The Mouse Book 4) by Kenya Wright
- A Duke for Lady Eve (Belles of Christmas Book 5) by Kasey Stockton <— THE DUKE & THE COMMONER… “…she lies and tells him a fake name, Lady Eve, positive sheβll never see him again. But when she returns to the country for Christmas and finds her handsome strangerβthe Duke of Alvertonβhas moved in next door for the holidays, she does what she must to guard her secret. For he has declaredΒ the importance of titles and cannot find out she is a commoner…”
- The Firebird Deception: Author’s Preferred Edition (The Strongbox Chronicles Book 2) by C. E. Murphy
- Winter’s Edge (The Crimson Winter Reverse Harem Series Book 1) by Lindsey R. Loucks
- Cursed Luck (The Goddess of Fate & Destiny Book 1) by Serenity Ackles and J. S. Lee
- Cupcakes and Kisses (Hot in Magnolia Book 1) by Minette Lauren <— CUPCAKE BAKER CRUSHING ON THE FIRECHIEF & THE CELEBRETY CHEF… ooops!! “…When celebrity chef, Riley Nash comes to town for a Blossoms fundraiser, Melvina hopes for a chance to pick Rileyβs business-savvy brain. With Rileyβs nationally acclaimed talents and his successful new restaurant, Braised, he just might be the one who can help Melvina whip her blossoming idea into a recipe for success. Trouble is, she canβt seem to keep her mind on business when it comes to Rileyβs devilish good looks and sizzling charm. The heat is turned up when Magnoliaβs handsome fire chief, Manny Owens, sparks an interest in Melvina. Torn between two of Magnoliaβs hottest bachelors, she canβt help but feel the burn…”
- In the Dark by Loreth Anne White <— PSYCH-THRILLER ALERT!!! “…The promise of a luxury vacation at a secluded wilderness spa has brought together eight lucky guests. But nothing is what they were led to believe. As a fierce storm barrels down and all contact with the outside is cut off, the guests fear that itβs not a getaway. Itβs a trap. Each one has a secret. Each one has something to hide. And now, as darkness closes in, they all have something to fearβincluding one another...”
- Blood Trial: Supernatural Battle (Vampire Towers Book 1) by Kelly St. Clare
- I Kissed The Boss by Lindsey Hart
- Someone Like Her (Iron City Heat Series Book 3) by Brittni Huyck
- The Season for Ginger Snaps (Spruce Valley Sweet Romance Book 2) by Katie Carver
- Maria (Made Men Book 7) by Sarah Brianne <— MAFIA ROMANCE ALERT!! “…Maria is the mafia princess of Kansas City, destined to be the prize to the most loyal Caruso soldier.Β Her killer looks hide the fact that she’s as ruthless as any male in the family.Β But this princess is no trophy wife…”
PREORDERS (going live soon!!! π )
- Gabrielβs Promise (Gabrielβs Inferno Book 4)Β by Sylvain Reynard β December 3rd 2019
- Wicked Hour (An Heirs of Chicagoland Novel Book 2)Β by Chloe Neill β December 3rd 2019
- Wonder With Me: A With Me In Seattle NovellaΒ by Kristen Proby β December 3rd 2019
- Hate Sober (Love Me, Duet Book 2)Β by T.L. Smith β December 3rd 2019
- Mistletoe Over Manhattan: Holiday AnthologyΒ β December 3rd 2019
- Malorie: A Bird Box NovelΒ by Josh Malerman β December 3rd 2019
- Kings of Carrion (Juniper Unraveling Book 3)Β by Keri Lake β December 3rd 2019
- A Madness of SunshineΒ by Nalini Singh β December 3rd 2019
- Landon & Shay: (The L&S Duet Book 2)Β by Brittainy C. Cherry β December 4th 2019
- Chase The ButterfliesΒ by Monica James β December 5th 2019
- Beautiful Secret (Dirty Hollywood Book 1)Β by Claire Raye β December 5th 2019
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Happy Cyber Monday! Digging myself out of a snowstorm. Grrrrr.
*sighs & dreams of moving to Florida someday*
Ok, I’m off to scour the internet for some good deals while listening to audiobook.
I do love my wonderful Florida. Let us know if you see (or get) anything good on super-sale please!! π
The Silent Patient is on sale for 4.99!!! Iβm searching sales for books now. βΊοΈ
The Flatshare by Beth OβLeary for 2.99
Oo and a bunch of Sarah J Maas books on sale too. Ok, I have to take a time out for life. *Leβ sigh*
I LOVED THIS ONE!!!!! (Silent Patient)
I loved Silent Patient too!
Just wanted to remind everyone today is the last day that all if Kimberly Adams books are free. This includes the whole Roam series and the spinoff books Fire Ballad.
Well, Iβm halfway through Twist by Lucia Franco and Iβm having such a hard time finishing it. I loved the first two books in the series, but this book has so many overly descriptive sex scenes that last for 5+ pages, Iβm worn out! I swear every five pages their having sex. The H is older than the h and owns his own gym. Good God, How does he have time to work with all the sex heβs having? Plus the h has some severe health issues and sheβs acting like a porn star yet complains how tired she is and how her body hurts. This whole book could have been condensed into a few chapters or tacked onto the last book coming out. Did anyone else read this book and feel similar? Ok, end of rant. Thanks for listening to me. The shop is now closed! LOL π
LOL!!!!
I haven’t read any yet, but your rant made me giggle. π
Robyn–I’m reading it now (it’s one of my fave series ever). I’m at 32% and was beginning to wonder if the book was going to be sex “lite” (which wouldn’t have bothered me much at this point in my life, except KOVA!β€οΈοΈ) I was also wondering how they were going to handle the health issues. I experienced something similar to Ria (except with my heart), and with all those meds, there’s no way I could do what she does in the gym alone! But I’m sure the fact that she’s almost 35 years younger than me might make a difference too. I’m thoroughly loving it so far, so I’m trying to savor it. I’ll let you know how I feel once I get through the sexathon! π€£
My kindle is here!!! Lots of my Xmas presents from Black Friday have arrived. Stinks I have to wait till Christmas to see. π I didnβt get anything today. Havenβt looked a whole lot either, but finishing some local shopping this week and then, hopefully, will be done!!
Hey Maryse, have you chosen your Amazon Prime First Reads for December? I picked Unspeakable Things by Jess Lourey. I was up until 1:30am reading it, fell asleep but woke back up about 3:30am thinking about the book so I picked it back up and finished it at 6:30am. It is fiction, but was inspired by the assaults on boys in Minnesota in mid to late 1980βs and the abduction of Jacob Wetterling. It is written from the POV of Cassie, a 12 year old girl that rides the same school bus as the boys. There are other unspeakable things happening in her life but I donβt want to give any spoilers. I will say, and hope this isnβt too much of a spoiler, Cassie decides she should find out who is attacking these boys.
Oh I forgot!!! YAY!! Thank you for reminding me Mona, I’ll check it out right now and include it in tomorrow’s Tuesday New Release list.
Okay and I just chose the one you just read!! It sounds awesome!!!
Yay!! I hope you love it, too!
Happy Monday! I feel like such a scrooge. We have no tree and I haven’t bought one single present. I want to get Christmas-y! Hopefully we can find time to go get the tree this week.
Maryse
You might want to read the comment I left Renee about the roomba and dog poop! The only draw back. I learned my lesson from a friend who had it happen to her!
Oh I’ve read blog posts (photos and all) all about it before I finally bought mine. LOL! I’m HYPER-AWARE of that potential disaster. π
Oh, BTW, just finished OUT MATCHED by Kristin Callihan and very much enjoyed. Could not think of 2 people who werenβt suited for each other but opposites attract. Humerous and many sweet times. A good 4. And that means it is on the
Reread shelf which is filling up.
OH YAY!!!! That one looks SO fun!!
I don’t know if anyone has read The KingMaker or the Rebel King. This is a fantastic duet and even though I finished it two weeks ago, I’m still thinking about it. Great Books!!
Susan… are they dark romance?