HAPPY BIG NEW RELEASE DAY!! Another new release day of awesomeness and a few of my favorite authors are on here!!! And… the reader recommendations section has three awesome books on it that are on super-sale and that I LOVED like crazy (I included my reviews on ’em).
So what looks extra good to me today? Forever Right Now (that one up there to the left! Emma Scott is one of my favorite authors and everything I’ve read by her, I’ve loved, and this one is getting AMAZING reviews. I don’t doubt it for a second!), Hangry (sexy hockey star, yes BUT also!! She’s stuck in an elevator with him, and she’s HUNGRY (Hangry!! Tee hee). This blurb made me laugh so hard!!!! I’ve not read this author before, but I have a feeling this one will have me giggling all the way through), The High Road (FORBIDDENY ALERT!!! But in all the right ways. This blurb made me go Ooooooooh, especially the very last line. Oh yes… this one gave me a true “blurb jolt” and I know it’s going to be romantically angsty for sure. Pure trouble!), Obsessed (I’m not big on that cover, but this one is totally new-to-me and also gave me a blur jolt too. He’s a famous author, and his one night stand returns… and if she can’t have him… nobody can. Eeeeeeep!), and Alpha Mail (’cause this service just sounds like too much fun!!).
So what looks good to you? What did I miss?
Also, don’t forget to check out:
- 29 Monday Earlybird Book Releases <— Yesterday’s list has 3 on it that are ABSOLUTELY on the top of my TBR list (a forbidden love story, a heartache-sounding love story, and… a sexy SEXY cop). YAY ME!!!
- Book Review – Drive by Kate Stewart <— My latest 5-star PLUS review… in case you missed it this weekend. This is a MUST READ!!!!
P.S. Let me know if I’m missing any or if you loved any (from this list or elsewhere).

For those going on a road trip soon, or maybe you’ve got some projects that require both hands this weekend but still allows you to “listen”… check out the free audible trial + 2 free audiobooks deal —>
- AND! Here’s the fun-tool again! —> Find out which of YOUR Kindle books are available as audiobooks at a BARGAIN-PRICE! <—
This thing is so cool (Amazon calls it “Matchmaker“)! It’s an Amazon feature, that scans all of your Kindle books and will list all of the ones you have that are also available as an audiobook at a discounted price (not normal audiobook prices). This way, you can switch back and forth, seamlessly between your ebooks and your audiobooks. VERY COOL!
Wardrobe Malfunction by Samantha Towle
- Because of Lila by Abbi Glines
- Like a Memory by Abbi Glines
- Leopard’s Blood by Christine Feehan
- Fault Lines by Rebecca Shea
- The Wright Mistake: Wright Series, Book 3 by K.A. Linde
- Thousands: Dollar, Book 4 by Pepper Winters
- OH WOW!!! A bunch of Kristen Ashley’s audiobooks are super-bargain priced if you already have the Kindle version!!! Like this one: Fairytale Come Alive, and this one: Lucky Stars, and this one: Lacybourne Manor, and this one: Penmort Castle, and this one: Sommersgate House (and probably a bunch more… but I’m sure you get the picture). It’s that cool Amazon “Whispersync” feature.
Ripples: A Consequences Stand-Alone Novel: Volume 6 by Aleatha Romig <— GASP!!! LIVE TODAY!!! (Not the ebook, yet, but the audiobook is ready for us!!) :D!!!
- Darker: Fifty Shades Darker as Told by Christian by E.L. James <— November 28th 2017
BARGAINS & READER RECOMMENDATIONS (NOTE: bargain priced when I added them, but prices can change on Amazon, so make sure to check before you finalize your order. Sales listed are for Amazon U.S., however some of the Amazon UK links also reflect the sale!)
The Opposite of You: An Opposites Attract Novel by Rachel Higginson <— HOLY MOLY SUPER-BARGAIN ALERT!!! And I FIVE-STAR LOVED this one!!!!!!! IT’s a must read, my friends and at this price, you can’t go wrong. P.S. Here’s my review.
Teri: I LOVE this series!
Lisa: I’m ready for her to write another one!!!! Love this series.
- Seeing Red by Sandra Brown <— SALE ALERT!! Teresa found us this sale!!
The Martian: A Novel by Andy Weir <— OMG READ THIS!!!!! ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS EVER!!!! And it’s on sale. One of my FAVORITE books in the world, I couldn’t put it down and I was HOOOOOKED!!! IT IS SO GOOOOOD I PROMISE YOU!!! Totally not my thing but come to find out, one of the best books I ever read, and it made me laugh and kept me on the edge of my seat like no other.And of course, better than the movie, although the movie was darn fun! P.S. Here’s my review.
- The Shack by William P. Young <— THIS ONE’S ON SALE!!
Dark Matter: A Novel by Blake Crouch <— OMG I LOVED THIS ONE TOO!! And it too, is on sale. Okay, I admit this one, and The Martian are not my usual reads, no, but SO FREAKING GOOD! And exciting!! Here’s my review.
Fabi: You should totally try Dark Matter. So freakin good!
- Mr. Perfect: A Mister Standalone (The Mister Series Book 1) by J.A. Huss <— J.A. HUSS SUPER-BARGAIN PRICED!!!
Lisa M: Mr. Perfect & Mr. Romantic by J.A Huss!! Love this series. Apha males & bad boys my favs!!
PARANORMAL/FANTASY/SCI-FI/DYSTOPIAN
Leopard’s Blood (A Leopard Novel) by Christine Feehan <— CHRISTINE FEEHAN ALERT!! The girl next door... “...Sleek and deadly, he’s the perfect man to take over a crime syndicate back home in Louisiana’s lush swamplands. His razor-sharp instincts give him an edge in the violent underworld he knows so well, but even the watchful leopard inside him isn’t prepared for the threat that comes from the girl next door…“
- Hallow Be the Haunt: A Krewe of Hunters Novella by Heather Graham
- Strange Weather: Four Short Novels by Joe Hill
- Keep Me Close (Lazarus Rising Book 2) by Cynthia Eden
- Fooled Around and Spelled in Love: A Cozy Paranormal Mystery (The Happily Everlasting Series Book 3) by Michelle M. Pillow
- Soulbound (Dark Arts Book 3) by Bec McMaster
- The Billionaire Shifter’s True Alpha: Billionaire Shifters Club #5 by Diana Seere
Beyond Forever (O’Kane for Life, #2) by Kit Rocha <— KIT ROCHA’S LATEST!!!
- Foretold (A Ghost Gifts Novel Book 2) by Laura Spinella
- The Delphi Resistance (The Delphi Trilogy Book 2) by Rysa Walker
- Currents of Will: Book Two of The Atlantis Chronicles by Susan MacIver
- Of Wonder and Fear (Once Upon a Darkened Night Book 8) by Nicole Zoltack
- Ever Mine by Eden Ashe
- Tangled in Time (The McCarthy Sisters) by Barbara Longley
- FALL OF A BLOOD MOON (RISE OF THE ARKANSAS WEREWOLVES Book 7) by Jodi Vaughn
- Controlling the Elements (The Manipulator Series Book 1) by N.R. Spratlin
- Saving Them (Wings of Artemis Book 6) by Rebecca Royce
- Morna’s Accomplice (A Sweet, Scottish Time-Travel Romance): Book 4 (The Magical Matchmaker’s Legacy) by Bethany Claire
- Throne of Secrets (Wicked Kingdoms Book 3) by Graceley Knox
- Keep Me Close (The Brothers Salem Book 1) by Elizabeth Cole
- Cash (Dragon Hearbeats Book 3) by Ava Benton
- Blackstorm (Nightwraith Book 2) by Gaja J. Kos
- THE PHOENIX CODEX (Knights of Manus Sancti Book 1) by Bryn Donovan
- Awakening Storm: The Divine Tree Guardians (The Divine Tree Guardians Series Book 3) by Larissa Emerald
CONTEMPORARY
Forever Right Now by Emma Scott <— EMMA SCOTT ALERT!! SHE’S AN EX-CRIMINAL STARTING OVER & HER NEW NEIGHBOR IS A SINGLE FATHER ASPIRING LAWYER... “...she is more than the sum of her rap sheet. As Darlene struggles in her new city, the last thing she wants is to become entangled with her handsome—but cranky—neighbor and his adorable little girl...”
- Southern Attraction (Southern Heart Book 3) by Kaylee Ryan
- Acquisition (Takeover Duet Book 1) by Chelle Bliss
- Bound by Anguish: Soul Shifterz MC by Kayce Kyle
- Tempting Irish by C.M. Sea brook
- What Could Be (Everyday Love Book 1) by Jaycee Weaver
Tainted Butterfly (Tainted Knights Book 2) by Terri Anne Browning <— TERRI ANNE BROWNING’S LATEST ROCK STAR ALERT!! “…I’m no longer the little caterpillar he has always called me. I know he needs me—I need him too. Now I have to make a choice… Stay and pretend like he hasn’t eviscerated my heart. Or let go of him completely…”
- Gifts: A Killers Novel, Book 3 (The Killers) by Brynne Asher
- Hunger Moon (The Huntress/FBI Thrillers Book 5) by Alexandra Sokoloff
- Personal Escort (Billionaire Secrets Book 2) by Ainsley Booth
- Delta Redemption, SEAL Team Phantom by Elle Boon
- Taken (Undone Book 4) by Jennifer Dawson
- That Man Next Door (Sweet Darlings Inc. Book 1) by Nadia Lee
Falling Fast by Aurora Rose Reynolds <— AURORA ROSE REYNOLD’S LATEST!!! “…Colton grew up wanting to serve his country. Managing his parents’ biker bar was never part of his plan, but after meeting Gia Caro, he’s beginning to think that’s exactly where he’s meant to be…”
- The Mafia And His Angel Part 2 (Tainted Hearts) by Lylah James
- Ronin’s Return (Hearts & Heroes Book 3) by Elle James
- A Taste of Sir (Doms of Decadence Book 6) by Laylah Roberts
- Mr. Wright (Heroes of Henderson Book 6) by Liz Kelly
- Christmas In Homestead: Based on the Hallmark Channel Original Movie by Kara Tate
- Hope at the Crossroads (Hope Series Book 2) by Crissi Langwell
Hangry: A sexy contemporary romantic comedy (The Girls Book 1) by Lily Kate <— STUCK IN THE ELEVATOR WITH A HOCKEY STAR & SHE WAS HUNGRY SO SHE ATE HIS BURGER ALERT!!! Oh yessssssss I love the sound of it already! “...The story goes like this: Bradley Hamilton, former professional hockey player and the most frustrating human alive, offered me half of his hamburger in exchange for a date. I took him up on the offer—while under duress—and now I’m stuck with the consequences. Specifically, the scorching kiss that has me drooling for more. However, there’s one whopper of a problem. This man has been a thorn in my side for the last twenty years—ever since he moved next door and became my older brother’s best friend…”
- Private Engagement by Adrienne Perry
- Falling For You (Maple Falls Book 2) by Shannon Graupman
- Falling Into Right (Redemption County Book 2) by Sharon Kay
The High Road by Lauren Runow <— OHHHHHH FORBIDDENY!!!!!!! “…I’ve made Captain in the Air Force, and I’ve gained the respect and recognition from my peers both below and above me. On the outside, I look like I’ve got it all, but on the inside, I’m slowing dying inside. I never knew after one staggering night out, Alex would change my perception on life. He opened my eyes and gave me a glimpse into a world of what I was missing. More of what I yearned for. More of what I needed. But he forgot to mention one thing… he is my subordinate…” GASP!!!
- A Matter of War by A.L. Simpson
- Nailed by Alexis Adaire
Crush on Mr. Bad Boy by Lilly Purdon <— SHE’S A NERD & HE’S THE POPULAR BAD BOY... “Having a crush on someone isn’t easy, especially when they’re popular and you’re not. But having a crush on the school’s bad boy who’s ranked highest on the food chain while you’re the nerd in the bottom of the food chain is a hundred times harder...”
- Trust In Me: A Fight for Me Novel by Jessica Linden
- The Playboy by Alice Ward
- Obsessed by Ashton Blackthorne <— OOOOH HE’S A FAMOUS AUTHOR & SHE’S OBSESSED WITH HIM ALERT!!!! “He was a Marine first and foremost. Until a tragic accident changed everything. Now Jax is at the top of the writing world hovering on the brink of worldwide success. Then she came back. His one night stand. Her name is Sarah. It was just supposed to be one wild night. And that was all. But Sarah is his number one fan. And if she can’t have him. NO ONE CAN.”
- The Heat Is On (TREX Rookies Book 2) by Allie K. Adams
- The Summer Springsteen’s Songs Saved Me: A Warm and Inspiring Novel by Barbara Quinn
- Like Nobody’s Watching by Tara Frejas
A Little Too Late by Staci Hart <— HE’S FALLING FOR HIS NANNY… “…She was only supposed to be the nanny, but she’s so much more. The day my wife left should have been the worst day of my life, but it wasn’t. It was when Hannah walked away, taking my heart with her…”
- Ryder (7 Brides for 7 Soldiers Book 1) by Barbara Freethy
- No-one Ever Has Sex on Christmas Day: The most hilarious romantic comedy you’ll read this Christmas by Tracy Bloom
- Frosty Nights (The Frost Series Book 1) by Amanda T. Fox
- Reddest Black: A Billionaire SEAL Story, Book 7 (In the Shadows) by P.T. Michelle <— I’M IN LOVE WITH THIS SWEET COVER!!! “Author’s Note: REDDEST BLACK can be read as a standalone story, but for the richest reading experience you can always start with the first book, MISTER BLACK, to see how Sebastian and Talia’s epic love story began.”
- Gansett Island Episode 2: Kevin & Chelsea (Gansett Island Series Book 18) by Marie Force
- Chaos (Blackwell Bayou Series Book 1) by Chelle C. Craze
- Saving Sycamore Bay (Destined for Love: Mansions) by Cami Checketts
- Uniquely Us by A.M. Arthur <— M/M ROMANCE
Alpha Mail by Brenda Rothert <— SHE’S GOT AN ALPHA-“MAIL” PENPAL SERVICE 😉 “...Sienna used her knowledge to found Alpha Mail, a booming business that allows women to sign up for emails, letters, and texts from their own brooding, red-blooded man. Her star is on the rise and Sienna is attracting the interest of investors when a mysterious man starts messaging her about the true nature of an alpha. She’s got it all wrong, he says, and he’s willing to show her how a real man makes women respond...” P.S. Don’t forget to check out the “Five Fun Facts” the author sent me!! ➔ Five Fun Facts about Brenda Rothert’s “Alpha Mail”
- The Bachelors by E.S. Carter <— *Inspired by Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, The Bachelors is a contemporary twist with added naughtiness*
- Fight for Us: A SWAT Series by Raquel M DeJesus
- The Vengeful Thief (Stolen Hearts Book 5) by Mallory Crowe
- Loved by You (Tropical Heat Book 5) by Sophia Knightly
- Twirling with Trouble (Lost in a Boom Town Book 7) by MJ Fredrick
Breaking Grace by Rose Devereux <— HE KILLED HER FIANCE AND SHE’S BROKEN... “…I shot and killed James Winthrop. And got away with it. His beautiful fiancé is ruined, so damaged she’s destroying herself. And I’m the reason why. Nothing and nobody can save her. Except me. Only I know how to help her start again. By wiping the slate clean. Breaking her down until she’s brand new. And rewarding her obedience with the one thing she truly needs. Vengeance against me…“
- Dangerous in Action (Aegis Group Alpha Team Book 2) by Sidney Bristol
- Finding Rhythm (Rogue Rockstar Series Book 4) by Lara Ward Cosio
- My Weakness by Alison Mello, C.A. Harms, Keren Hughes, Evan Grace, Skyla Madi, CJ Laurence, Kenadee Bryant <— ANTHOLOGY ALERT!! “Everyone has a weakness. Some of us try to hide it. Some of us desperately fight against it…and some of us choose to embrace it…”
- Queen of the Knight (Surrender Games Book 2) by Lydia Michaels
- Eternal: A Carolina Beach Novel by Cecy Robson <— OOPS!!! She goes to a party... “...Luci never expected to have fun. She also never expected to wake up next to a man she just met, or for this man to be the new attorney at her firm…”
- Fleur de Nuit (Bourbon Street Bondage Book 1) by Cat Montmorency
- Their Christmas Carol (Big Sky Hathaways Book 2) by Jessica Gilmore
- Ty’s Heart: California Cowboys 3 by Selena Laurence
Renegade by Shannon Myers <— BAD COP??? “My entire life had been a struggle until him. He makes me feel like I’m someone else…someone without a past. Officers are sworn to serve and protect, but I can’t shake the feeling that he’ll be the one to destroy me…”
- Contrition (Theta Corps Book 2) by Aliyah Burke
- Heart of Gold (Illicit Series Book 2) by Juli Page Morgan
- Breathe by Lila Kane
PREORDERS (Next few days, and a few of next week’s!!! )
- Go to Hail (The Hail Raisers Book 2) by Lani Lynn Vale – October 27th 2017
American King (New Camelot Book 3) by Sierra Simone – October 31st 2017
- The Trouble with Twelfth Grave (Charley Davidson Series) by Darynda Jones – October 31st 2017
- Lovers Like Us (Like Us Series Book 2) (Billionaires & Bodyguards) by Krista Ritchie & Becca Ritchie – October 31st 2017
- Miss Fix-It by Emma Hart – October 31st 2017
- Mr. & Mrs. (The Mister Series Book 6) by J.A. Huss – October 31st 2017
- Ripples: A Consequences Standalone Novel by Aleatha Romig – October 31st 2017
P.S. HERE’S SOME BIG NEWS!!! NEW WATERPROOF KINDLE RELEASING OCTOBER 31st 2017!!!! Not a trick but definitely a treat!!!! Reading in my bubble bath… here I come!! ➔ All-New Kindle Oasis E-reader – 7″ High-Resolution Display (300 ppi), Waterproof, Built-In Audible, 32 GB, Wi-Fi ➔➔➔➔➔
Forever Right Now
*grabby hands*
Good morning! I’m still savoring Moving the Stars!
FOREVER RIGHT NOW! And for the record. I’m not sure I know you Leslie anymore? 2 stars? Really?
OMG WHAT was two stars???
P.S. Good morning everyone!!! I had my awesome coffee again. :D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
*bounces happily*
I Know Right! Leslie are you sure you read the Drive and NOT Drive By??!??
Nay babe I loved Moving the Stars too! I won a sexy man pic competition and got the ARC… Mmmmmm sexy men
Uhhh, sorry! Correction–that’s MOVE the Stars. I’m not sure if we read the same book, Kooloo?? lol
LMAO ok does it have that sparkly wand thingy that looks like a star on the cover *goes back to sexy men pics on google* SHIT late for work!!!!
Ok, so I didn’t love Drive. Please don’t pelt me with peanuts.
I AM loving Forever Right Now.
GASSSSSSSSSP!!!!!!!!
*just read Leslie’s comment*
*faints*
Well, got my grubby paws on Obsessed and Breaking Grace – and I had to buy Mr. Perfect cuz it’s been on my “gotta buy that someday list”….and why can’t I read everything at once, or read as fast as Kooloo?
And not that I’m outing her or anything…but Maryse, Leslie didn’t love Drive like we did. Can you PLEASE do something with her???
I still think she read the wrong book lol
*hides covered in book shame and book guilt*
Kooloo–uhhh, no. LOL
It’s ok, Leslie! I still haven’t told everyone how I feel about Fallen Crest High yet! lol
*shields Leslie from incoming peanuts while giving her SEVERE stinkeye*
Leslie you read Forever Right Now first, and then you go sit in a corner and think about what you’ve done!
Maryse, HELP!! You’re the boss of the blog…can you make the others “play nice”???
Sorry Leslie… I can’t make anyone play nice because I. FAINTED.
😛
I AM in corner reading Forever Right Now.
This is my happy place. No boring starts, no not getting what is going on, immediate connection to story…pure CR bliss.
I’m going to require constant status updates Leslie. That will make me feel better about your other *cough* situation. (sets peanuts aside for now…)
Hey, Leslie, I may not agree with you but I still shielded you.
*huffs in disbelief*
😛
…eating peanuts…yummmm. I still love you Leslie, even if I don’t “GET” you!!
Lol. You all are so excited for the new Scott book and I have absolutely no desire to read it, cause so disappointed in the one I read. That you all loved. Different strokes.
*giggles and jumps from shielding Leslie to shielding bev*
It’s a little early to be poking the hornets, don’t ya think? 😆
As for me, I’ve got my eye on Hangry (sounds snort-worthy) and Crush on Mr. Bad Boy…the title makes me kinda cringe, but the premise sounds like all kinds of unrequited feelings fun!
Bev, book disappointment stinks!!! 🙁
Although you and I are “picky” about different things, I think we are “picky-er” than some of the regulars around here. Me being one of the pickiest. At least you are open to several genres.
But hey, Lisa still loves me, so I am good. 😉
*hugs Leslie* lol I loved Emma Scott’s fantasy, but I’m on the fence about her CRs. *shrugs* I might try this one when I’m done reading my other books.
Nay, I promise not to throw peanuts. Though, if it has to do with fingernails, I’m going to have my family dig up pictures of my sister or mom’s fingernails that DID BREAK EASY AND DRAW BLOOD WHEN BROKEN. (they were freaking claws, not nails). 😛
WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FLECK????? *NUDGES AMY ASIDE AND THROWS PEANUTS AT LESLIE* bEV WHAT IS YOU TALKING ABOUT!
WHAT IS THIS WORLD COMING TO???????? OH AND BTW I GUINEA PIGGED CRAVE BY EK BLAIR BOTH FLECKING BOOKS AND IF YOU WANT HIGH SCHOOL (JUNIOR YEAR) DRAMA OF SUBJECTS THAT SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED DURING THAT AGE LIKE SEX OBSESSION, IN MY OPINION, ASIDE OTHERS, AND GETTING VERY PISSED WITH THE H AND h THEN IT’S YOUR BOOK…..YOU’RE WELCOME
LOL!!
*wakes up temporarily to laugh at Ela’s rant*
*faints again EXTRA HARD*
And and and… Mafia and his Angel part 2!!!!! *squeeee* That ending in the last book just was a shock. Pure shock. And it was dark, with tummy twists and all the feels of a mafia book I want. So… MINE. After I finish my reverse harem dragon book. 🙂
EVERYONE!!! If you want to do the pay for one year for Kindle Unlimited thing, it’s on sale right now for 80.32!!
Is it wrong that everything Ela just said sounds like catnip?
Nope Tessa, I’m right there with ya. 😉
Oh good. All she had to add was he was overly possessive and it’d have been potential bestest type book.
Recently released by a relatively new author Eliza Masters is her 3 book series The Survival of Christa. Loved the books!
*passes smelling salts over Maryse’s face*
*passes pumpkin spice smelling salts to Leslie for Maryse*
Overly possessive BULLY, Tessa. With a heart or other condition that makes him susceptible to possible death.
Bestest type book for us.
One man’s catnip, is another man’s anti-catnip.
Deep thoughts, by Leslie
I. Can’t. Even.
😯
*faints*
….
*dramatically*
Mmmmmm pumpkin!!!!! 😀
*faints for extra effect*
*sideeyes Leslie a little while fainting*
*poimts to Maryse*
*throws hands in the air*
Now look what y’all done did…
😆
Go ahead…read it and then I cay say I told you so! Reading about a recluse who just has to jack off at least 10 times a day….yeah…have fun
ROFL But it’s KU! Which means for me it’s free. And at worse, it’s a DNF, which happens. 🙂
Ok, so yeah….but back to FINGERNAILS, Tessa. What the heck are you talking about??? I’m so confused!!! *frantically searches FCH for the word ‘nail’*.
Ohhhh, I see what you’re talking about! LOL No, no, no–that is merely the tip of my iceberg…
And yes, Ela, I do want that, so THANK YOU!!!
It’s crazy in here today!
Wait, wait a minute …a recluse who lives himself 10 times a day?!? What book are you talking about Ela??
And just to throw my two cents in *winks at everyone*. I haven’t read Drive or started the new Emma Scott..
D.G.–methinks it’s not worth looking at. I just peeked at it, so no.
I HIGHLY recommend KU!! It saves me hundreds of dollars every year.
**loves HIMSELF
I have KU but have been paying monthly but will definitely grab this up!
**meant to say ‘I DON’T want that!’ lol
Well basically this junior in HS is trying to keep his grades up so he can go to college and make something of himself but he’s among all these rich kids yada yada yada….but still has friends just chooses not to attend parties etc…hence I called him recluse…..but he has a secret….. he’s a “sex addict” and needs to come like every 5 minutes….no flecking joke… sometimes he has to do it in between classes!
*GASP*
Hey Maryse, when you have recovered from your fainting spell, can you do us a favor? We have a cowboy themed challenge for November and would love to hear people’s faves (and maybe even variations like country music star H, etc). Think you could ask around?
Also, to add to Leslie’s comment….some of us would prefer a book about riding a cowboy….preferably US…. Just sayin’ for a friend
*snort*
I’m on it guys!!! 😀
Well yes Ela, we’d like the books to include the “riding” of said sexy cowboy.
*blushes*
Laughing so hard at you guys! I loved Drive…. definitely 5 stars for me!
I had to 1-click Forever Right Now because ya know, it’s Emma Scott!
Amy, I definitely like the sound of Hangry too!
*looks around* what did I walk into???
That riding a cowboy comment was totally directed towards me, BTW! *tosses glitter*
Uh, what was that about a bully… Lead me…
Is there such a thing about a bully cowboy that I can ride because *that* would be EPIC!!
Oh, *sheepish wave*, hi everyone! Thanks, Maryse, as always for this fantastic list!
Forever Right Now… Is amazing. I loved it. 4.75 stars for me.
The High Road also really good… I read and reviewed this one last year when it was included in the Secret Affair anthology.
Kindle Unlimited… Question…I have seriously been considering this. Tessa and I were discussing this on Messenger the other night, I remember there being a big sale on Black Friday… Maryse, do you remember how much the discount was?
Do you get to keep the books you get on Kindle Unlimited?
I think it’s about the same that day. I’m not sure.
Jean, no. They are borrows, basically. You can have up to 10 books at a time though. It sounds like a lot, but there are so many good books, I wish I could keep 50 at a time. However, once chosen, you don’t have to return it until you want to.
Thanks Tessa…..see here’s the thing….I am really anal about “owning” my books so I can go back and fact check or possibly re-read in the future (although I’ve had no time for that)….or loan them out…I just need them!
I like being about to go back and look up stuff in books too. If it’s KU, I’ll just re-borrow it, but sometimes the author takes it off KU and then you’d have to buy it to do that. I haven’t noticed that happening much though.
Anybody???? Lisa Renee Jones was suppose to release Pulled Under today. Book preorder up for today. And then changed to February.
HELP pleaee
I’ll ask her, Theresa.
🙂
I finished Mafia and his Angel 2 and I’m physically shaking. That was INTENSE! Seriously intense. I honestly started and just kept reading without stopping except for a few must do around the house. It ended with an OH CRAP CH, and you know, next month is the final book, but seriously! If you have an issue with CH, wait for book three. If not, READ THIS. It’s super intense and surprisingly well written.
Though, now I need something happy and light. Something to stop me from feeling like this.
Forever Right Now was so good. 🙂 It gave me the same “feels” as Ghosted although a completely different story. Books like this are why I read!!
*basks in the happy after glow of a great romance*
Where is everyone?
Oh no! Everyone is out cold from shock that I didnt like Drive!!!
I’m moving slow! I’m so happy you loved Forever Right Now!! And I’m reading Room 212 because I loved Drive so much!
I have day off!!!! Finally!
Now what to read what to read sooooo many choices…..
Maybe I should make a list Grey babe on GR you gals were hilar yesterday 😉
I’m kind of here? I’m reading Wrong by Jana Aston. Last night, I literally couldn’t sleep due to allergies again. I finally fell asleep at 3:30 and woke up again due to allergies at 5 am. When is fall going to hit?
I know it’s hard to see but my new Bitmoji is Bell get a tattoo of a broken clock right beside her tat of a rose done by (you guessed it) the Beast *giggles* It was inspired by my bad ass Twinsie ELAbell
Hellllooo! I am here… well sorta. Kooloo LOVE the new bitmoji! I could sooo see Belle getting a tat…heck, she took a chance on a beast!
In between books…but seriously thinking of starting Forever Right Now tonight!!!! *happy dance*
I had a doctor day today…8 months and he said I was doing better than great! Waiting for results of blood work, but they don’t anticipate any problems. Yay!!
The Bear and the Nightingale is still on sale.
Also, UNBROKEN by LAURA HILLENBRAND! SO #$%^^$#@ GOOD.
That is awesome news Nay!!!!
Congrats Nay!! <3
Congratulations Nay! *throws glitter bomb*
*tosses more glitter and confetti* it’s 5 here on the East Coast and it’s been… A. Day. So yeah, let’s toast to Nay’s continued good health…with shots. 😆
So excited to read Forever Right Now seeing all the great reviews and that you get into it right away. Need that. Renee I too want to read Room 212 because I loved Drive so much. Maryse has a review up here for it right?
Yes Marina! You’ll LOVE Forever Right Now and so far, I’m loving Room 212. Here’s Maryse’s review: https://www.maryse.net/books/book-review-room-212-by-kate-stewart.html
Thank you, Maryse!!! <3
My pleasure Emma!!!!! :D!!!!
Yay Nay!!! Awesome news friend!
That’s awesome Nay!!!! I’m so happy for you!! Definitely shots all around. 😀
Wow, has it been 8 months already? *scratches head*
ROOM 212!!! I’m so jealous some of you get to read it for the first time.
I just won a couple books on giveaways on Facebook…no mermaid blanket though. *pout* However, I did win Drive by the illustrious Kate Stewart… I’m super excited about that. Of course, I have a couple ARC’s to proof first.
Tomorrow is FLT… I want all of the firsts wait, that sounded REAL bad. I just can’t today. *back to the blankie fort with chocolate*
Ela won the mermaid blanket! I was so stoked it was one of you guys! Next time Grey. There’s tons to go around!
I haven’t even read this article yet, I just saw the headline and got so excited, I wanted to share…https://ew.com/tv/2017/10/25/kristen-bell-veronica-mars-miniseries-going-to-happen/?utm_campaign=entertainmentweekly&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&xid=socialflow_facebook_entertainmentweekly
Well, I suppose that was a little anti climatic. lol. I’m still not reading, most likely at least not until November. And on another “note”, I saw this cute scarf by Drew Barrymore today. I like Drew and I also like the look of words on note paper. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0747ZGR1D/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1508979351&sr=8-3&pi=SL140_SX93_CR0,0,93,140_QL70&keywords=drew+barrymore+scarf
This is fun:
https://bookriot.com/2017/10/25/bookish-would-you-rather/
Just catching up on comments. Looks like I missed a lot of fainting and bullying of Leslie. *whispers can’t believe she didn’t like Drive*
Nay, that is great news!!!!
I did break down and buy Until It Fades. I liked it, but not a five star for me. Started Cuffed and then plan to read Forever Right Now.
*faints*
Right there with you Maryse!
Why? Is someone bleeding?
*holds both hands in the air*
I didn’t do it.
Lol.
But you wanted to.
Yes, Amy, 8 months! I can’t believe it either! As always, thanks to you all for your unending support!
I haven’t read Room 212 yet–Yay! I have a few books lined up, and then I’ll read it next!
Nay, your mom is smiling down on you and keeping you safe! I am so happy to hear that good news.
Ela, you will be a beautiful mermaid. 😉
Tasha, I want that scarf!!
Bev, I got 63%.
Cheryl, Yup! I got quite the tongue lashing. But I loved Until it Fades and Forever Right Now…how is Cuffed? (that cover!!)
FLT:
“By New York standards, there was nothing all that strange about my outfit.”
Move the Stars by Jessica Hawkins
Over 500 pages of pure angst! I’m in heaven!!
Happy Thursday!!!
Tasha–I agree with Leslie. That scarf is awesome!
Did you see the (kinda) matching purse?
https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Drew-Barrymore-Strong-Clutch/dp/B075LJ2MHZ/ref=pd_sbs_193_8?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B075LRNQKG&pd_rd_r=61V82RFR647K637W2B9H&pd_rd_w=L4Bpu&pd_rd_wg=1zlR9&refRID=61V82RFR647K637W2B9H&th=1
Why is Maryse fainting again…are we still upset over Leslie’s review of Drive? *throws peanuts at Leslie*
Nay! I’m so happy to hear the great news!
Maryse was fainting ’cause Cheryl didn’t 5-star Until it Fades.
So I faded. 😉
FLT – Nellie couldn’t say what woke her.
The Wife Between Us – Greer Hendricks
I am struggling to get into this book, but it’s an ARC and it’s gotten great reviews.
Nay – I’m so excited for you and your great news!! Wow – I’m still amazed at how strong you are!!!
Ela – you won a mermaid blanket? I’m so…cough,cough…happy (read jealous and I hate you!!!!) for you!! Seriously though, you are gonna rock the heck outta that blankie!!!
FLT: “They only take boys.” (Juniper Unraveling ARC by Keri Lake). I am absolutely loving this book! It kinda has an Until the End of the World feel. Soooo good! A little darker though…
I’m jealous about the mermaid blanket too!
I also got a 60 something, Bev. Lol. I had it in my head and then lost it. I was not with the majority on Twilight vs. True Blood and 1 or 2 more. I didn’t see that purse, or clutch, but it is cute! Pricey for me though, I got me a Vera Bradley 3 years ago on sidewalk sale clearence for $20. It’s pretty dingy now though and I think I’ll get something new for my birthday. I hate carrying around a purse anymore, now I’ve been taking just my wallet everywhere. Which ran me into a problem about a week ago when I took my actual purse to the grocery and discovered in the checkout line, mid checkout, that my wallet was at home. You can imagine my mortification. Lol. I stood at the front with my suspended receipt waiting oh so impatintly for my hubby to deliver it to me. Trick or treat tonight…it’s SO cold and I don’t wanna go! :'( This will be the 3rd night in a row this week I’ve gotta wrestle costumes on. And tomorrow my daughter gets to wear hers to school. I don’t remember ever having to wear my costume but once and that was for trick or treat growing up.
Oh, who else has Stranger Things marked on the calendar tomorrow?? 😀
Maryse, I have a book question for you. I read a book, probably 5 years ago now and it keeps popping into my head and I’m curious what else the author has written. It was a book about a realtor, a man, kind of a big shot I think, has a female boss who is a jerk, I think, who has to sell a house. The house is haunted, it has a carriage house too. And there’s a woman, I don’t remember her job. Maybe she works as an assistant there or something, but she has a side gig in a band, like jazz or something. I think she was kind of most or nerdy, but came alive with her band. And they try and sell the house together and uncover the mystery, rid the ghosts, that kind of thing. And there’s a love connection there, though they don’t seem like a likely match at first. That’s pretty much all I got. The ghost did cause a lot of trouble, some of it pretty scary. I remember something about the stoves or fire or something.
Hey Tasha!!
I posted your question: https://www.maryse.net/reader-questions/reader-question-the-book-with-the-realtor-that-is-trying-to-sell-a-haunted-house.html
Let’s see what we can come up with. 🙂 I also posted it on Facebook and Twitter…
Tasha, trick or treat tonight??
Yep, and it’s about 30-40 degrees right now and supposed to be 50 by the time we start. I hope it’s not windy!! It’s crazy to think a week or 2 ago everyone was complaining how unseasonably warm it was. Shorts and tshirts to winter coat, hats and gloves. I like the cold better than hot, but only when I don’t really have to go out in it. Lol
FLT: ~ Sometimes, when I close my eyes, I can see him. ~ True Abandon by Jeannine Colette.
Started Forever Right Now last night!!! *happy dances around room*. And I am LOVING it!!! Surprise, surprise…it is Emma Scott! So surprise, no surprise. A little over 57% in and I have that dreaded feel in my belly…
FLT: “I took a seat at the small table next to the window unit.” Kate Stewart, Room 212
I’m seriously digging books that are set where I live. This one has tubing in New Braunfels right down the street from me!
*Shoves Manny, Godiva and Moscato and makes up a blankie fort for D.G.* here you go!!
Look what’s here… not sure I’m up for the challenge!
https://www.starbucks.com/menu/drinks/frappuccino-blended-beverages?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fall&mi_u=4bb413b2610acfef8af5c2f75f4fcd7bbd7f4acd
FLT:
I see the bloodstains around my nails.
The Mason List by SD Hendrickson
I’m going to be honest. First off, Mason List scares me due to all of your reactions reading it. Second, it’s kind of sad in the beginning.
Has anyone heard from MichelleS? I haven’t seen anything from her since the hurricane. 🙁
*grabs Manny, Godiva and Moscato from Grey mumbling thank you and climbs in blankie fort*
Tessa–I was thinking about her a couple of days ago, wondering if she’d been around lately.
FLT#2 (because I finished Move the Stars and now that I’ve FINALLY finished bawling my eyes out….)
The Manhattan neighborhood of Chelsea buzzed under a brilliant blue sky.
A Charm of Finches by Suanne Laqueur
That Zombie Frappucino looks AWESOME…but caramel green apple with a swirl of dark mocha…those flavors sound disgusting together.
Nay – you are reading Charm of Finches? Squeeeeee…I read it as soon as I got it, and have to wait until November to review it.
Thanks so much! I do my reading on my phone and out of 1127 items, all of which I can’t see covers (I can most times remember better visually) for unless I click them individually. It may take me 5 yrs to find it anyway. Lol
These comments are great!! Someone mentioned Cuffed, I really liked that book, it was a little deeper than most and I think that is what I thought was better about it. I am reading a romantic suspense novel right now called Burning Timbers by Baynns Finnleigh, it’s fantastic. I recommend it!
Mari!! I want to read Cuffed SO badly… and now even more since you said it was deeper… YES!!!!! 😀
FLT
“My parents really made a striking couple and I gazed upon them with admiration.” ~ No Direction Home by Elizabeth Burns
Tessa and R…I’m so giddy for both of your first lines! 😀
I have to admit, now that I’ve read far more into the book, I’m really enjoying it. I swear, if it makes me cry in the end, though, I’m gonna come back on here and rant.
We love hearing a good rant on here. *giggle*
Not that I’m giving anything away, either way, mind you. 😉
I like Jess and Alex! I don’t want anything bad to happen. My only issue is the present tense is very jarring when it happens.
*cleans up Godiva wrappers and empty Moscato bottle then folds blankets and sets Manny on top*.
Abso-freaking-lutely LOVED Forever Right Now! I worried over Darlene…I worried over Sawyer…I also feel in love with Olivia! This book was awesome!
*hugs Nay* So great to hear you are doing so well. And Ela, a mermaid blankie. Love that! Lucky you.
I’ve got two FLTs cos that’s how I roll. Usually reading more than one book at the same time.
The first one is a HR (duh) – Beguiling The Beauty by Sherry Thomas. It’s good. Emotionally intense and sexy.
First line(s): It happened one sunlit day in the summer of 1886. Until then, Christian de Montfort, the young Duke of Lexington, had led a charmed life.
Other FLT is Forever Right Now. I’m halfway through but taking a break cos I’m nervous about the coming angst. Yes, I’m worried about Darlene and about Sawyer too. *bites fingernail anxiously*
First line: I barely heard the doorbell under the pounding music and the laughing conversations of a hundred of my closest friends.
Great opening line, isn’t it?
PEOPLE! I’m at 80ish percent and I’m feeling SAD!!!!
Yes, where is MichelleS? And Fabi? I have not really been on GR.
I just finished Forever Right Now. That Emma Scott sure can write beautiful heartfelt stories!! But I am a little upset, I saw that she has a new book coming out in February but that is not the one I want. Please please write a book with Max as the main character. I need for him to find his happiness!!
I’ve seen Fabi, but not MichelleS. I looked at GR and the last post from her was 10/8. Fabi posted just a few days ago.