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Task 7.
Completion Post
Strays and Lovers
165 pages / GR
How it fits: 3 word title
Date read: 09/26/20
4 stars

A short sweet romance between a 46 year old man and a man half his age. The younger man Gray, starts off remote and not really wanting a relationship but gradually feelings develop between the 2 men. An enjoyable read

Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long.

Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

The romance tag doesn't matter for this challenge, unless it is a specific requirement of the task. And yes - I've had a few that I think 'fabulous - I want to read that' and then I realise it won't fit this challenge 🙄 So have to wait... 😁

(Suspect I may have read my debut author option - might need to suss that out further...

Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

OOh, which one?

Jane (PS) wrote: "I have them under a spoiler in the summary theme posts on the first page as well (msg 10) :) "

Here's a few more from UnusualChild{beppy} on my Speedy team:

Summer Devon - Kate Rothwell
Katie Allen - Katie Ruggle
Kaje Harper - Kira Harp
Angel Martinez - Sandra Stixrude
G.L. Carriger - Gail Carriger
Marie Sexton - A.M. Sexton
Felice Stevens - A.P. Eisen
HJ Welch - Helen Juliet
Leta Blake - Blake Moreno
Mia Kerick - Jude Munro
J.A. Rock - Jill Smith
C.A. Mortimer - Carol Mortimer

And I just remembered that Cari Waits is also Lisa Henry. Re-read Gamble Everything a few weeks back.

Ooh, and 2 more she mentioned (Kate and Nyrae) that I had to go looking for

Nyrae Dawn - Riley Hart
Kate Pavelle - Olivette Devaux

Edited to Add:
Sierra Riley - Aubrey Cullens
Dessa Lux - Dira Sudis

(I'll keep coming back to this one to add more.)

Here's a HUGE list, some of them have MM titles under their names (Cassandra Carr, Jan Springer...plus Lily Harlem, Tracey-Cooper Posey and Sophie Oak who do MMF) and even more in the comments.
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⚣M�����󲹱�������� wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

OOh, which one?"

Murder Oblivion

Thanks Michaelle - I'll add them to our spoilered list :)

Task 7 Completion Post (Book 2)
3 Letter Title


Breaking Logan's Laws by Cameron Dane
Pages: 348
Qualification: 3 Words in Title
Read: 9/26/20
Rating: ★★★★

I didn't write a review the first time around so thought I'd give this a go again. Thankfully my memory isn't so great so I had no idea who did what. I also forgot the sexy parts which were very nice indeed. There was the whole fluttery parts and weird language but overall still hot. The mystery was just as good and still a mystery to my battered brain so very enjoyable read. Would I still rate it 5 stars? Probably not, but a solid 4 for sure.

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Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

I'm assuming you're referring to

59. Read 4 books that are NOT MPG Romance.


What if the book has zero tags at all?

Shannon wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

I'm assuming you're referring to

59. Read 4 books that are N..."

Someone may have asked that already in the Q&A... Could fit!

Task 7: Read 6 books with 3 word titles
1. Michaelle - Business As Usual - msg 187
2. Shannon - Above and Beyond - msg 194
3. Michaelle - The Half-Wolf's Omega - msg 196
4. Jane - Better Than People - msg 199
5. Lisa - Strays and Lovers - msg 201
6. Shannon - Breaking Logan's Laws - msg 209

Completion posted for Kat :)

Jane (PS) wrote: "Shannon wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

I'm assuming you're referring to

59. Read 4 ..."

Someone did ask. A book with no tags would work!

OK, you speed demons - I have you complete and will assign your next task tomorrow. 😊

Shannon wrote: "Jane (PS) wrote: "Shannon wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Got excited, found a debut book by an author ans its not got a romance tag. Then I realized it was only 133 pages long."

I'm assuming you're referrin..."

*squinty eye* Was that you by any chance???

Here is Team 8:

20. Read 4 books 300 pages or longer.

Remember to use the first edition Kindle page count!

Task 8 - Selection Post
A book 300+ pages long

Returning Home
316 pages / GR

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I'm at work but I'll listen to Where the Allegheny Meets the Monongahela. I think that one is over 300pg.

Task 8 Selection Post
4 Book 300+ Pages


Daddy Issues by Lynn Van Dorn
Pages: 365
Qualification: 300+ pages

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Task 8 Completion Post
4 Book 300+ Pages


Daddy Issues by Lynn Van Dorn
Pages: 365
Qualification: 300+ pages
Read: 9/27/20
Rating: ★★★★

Marek, I addored. Ryan however, I wanted to punch....a lot. I mean come one dude, get over it already. Your dad's a giant a**hole and doesn't deserve one second of your devotion. What Ryan did to himself and those around him to try and please the SOB was infuriating. Yes, it was a pretty great story but I wish Ryan would've eventually just stood up to his dad. So disappointing to see a grown ass man grovel and beg....and not in the sexy way.

[*book:Daddy Issues|41311844]

I’m reading Electric Sunshine -330 odd pages 😊

Will take me all of the next two days! Working in Bris this week...

Jane (PS) wrote: "I’m reading Electric Sunshine -330 odd pages 😊

Will take me all of the next two days! Working in Bris this week..."

I had to stop listening to mine when I got home since I knew I'd need something to listen to tomorrow and what's left should fit in my schedule.

Started reading the 4th Calluvia book instead...which is also over 300 pages. I might just fill that in here and use the audio book for Regular Bingo since it's from 2011.

Selection/Completion Post

Task 8: 300+ pages

Prince's Master by Alessandra Hazard
Page Count: 347
Date Completed: 27Sep2020
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: I think I should have re-read at least Book 3 before starting this one and I think I might put the previous ones on the reread shelf for future challenges. See, I know the books in this series have stories that are very much interwoven, but weirdly enough there was only a slight feeling of something barely missing in the back of my mind while reading this one; that the names, politics and whatnot were familiar but it wasn't distracting enough to make me want to stop and go back.

Which means, I think, that this installment might actually stand alone.

I had to skim my previous reviews (and others) to remind myself why that might be. With the majority of the story taking place within the Order, it sets itself apart from the intrigue from the other books among Calluvian royalty - with Eri's origins barely being of any importance until much, much later in the series. I didn't even realize what Castien was up to, what he might have had in mind by claiming Eri, until Eri realized it. (Again, the details of what power the Order had - as mentioned in previous books - totally slipped my mind.)

So, I think I appreciated this one differently; I loved that Eri wasn't the typical initiate, that he was headstrong and emotional...and that he was the perfect foil for Castien, who was entirely too detached, too analytical, too conniving. They fit together, without sucking the joy out of Eri (well, Castien sort of did after a while, until he pulled his head out of his ass), or even filing off the roughest of Castien's edges. It's interesting that Eri chose to go back to the Order, and that these guys still got their HEA. I wonder if it would have worked the same had Eri been the oldest, the next King, instead of Warrehn?

I think that might be something of the dilemma in the spin-off, which has me chomping at the bit after reading the first couple of paragraphs of the preview. (I didn't read all of it; I want to go into it without much spoilerage!) And of course I can't wait for Warrehn's story!

[*book:Prince's Master|53951435]

Task 8 - Completion Post
A book 300+ pages long

Returning Home
316 pages / GR
Date read: 09/28/20
4 stars

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. Exile along with some of his pack Jaxon is looking for ways to take the rest of his pack back and defeat the Alpha, Sterling. Help comes in an unforeseen way by way of Omega Reed.
A feelgood story.

[*book:Returning Home|55163901]

Task 8: (20) Read 4 books 300 pages or longer
Selection / COMPLETION


Electric Sunshine
Pages: 331 kindle GR
Qualified: over 300 pages
Rating: 4.5 stars
Read: 28 September
Review:
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It was refreshing in that the MCs really tried to communicate and they were solid in being true to themselves as they searched for their way in life. They author had opportunities to over-dramatise the plot, but held true to the more likely path, which I really appreciated.

Not sure if I will round the star rating up or down yet. Will keep pondering 😉

Narration by Nick J Russo - loved!

[*book:Electric Sunshine|41745579]

Task 8: (20) Read 4 books 300 pages or longer

Shannon - Daddy Issues - msg 221
Michaelle - Prince's Master - msg 224
Lisa - Returning Home - msg 225
Jane - Electric Sunshine - msg 226

Jane, I was looking through the tasks and see the MM Awards are listed as an award link. Do they count though as its not an actual prize? I was thinking the awards needed to be like the Lambarda(?) awards. A 'real' literary award.

Any recs for debut author book?

Lisa wrote: "Jane, I was looking through the tasks and see the MM Awards are listed as an award link. Do they count though as its not an actual prize? I was thinking the awards needed to be like the Lambarda(?)..."

I thought we were able to use them last time? Maybe ask...

Lisa wrote: "Any recs for debut author book?"

Some lists with debut MM authors:

Best 2013
Best 2014
Best 2015
Best 2016
Best 2017
Best 2018
Best 2019
Best 2020

Hi - I have you on the list to get your task tomorrow. I will do my very best to assign the task before I leave in the morning. Sleep and I have not been getting along the last few nights though. Hopefully that means I am really tired tonight and will fall asleep easily so I can get up easily - that would mean I have time to open the computer in the morning. 🤞🏼

(I will admit I didn't get up today until 3 hours after I have to leave tomorrow though...🤦🏻‍♀��)

MountainKat wrote: "Hi - I have you on the list to get your task tomorrow. I will do my very best to assign the task before I leave in the morning. Sleep and I have not been getting along the last few nights though. H..."

Eek - hope you sleep well tonight!!! Although I find I have a dreadful sleep if I am overtired :( 🤞🤞🤞

Lisa - After The Crash by Emma Alcott is a debut book I believe. I really enjoyed it if it interests you 😊

Ill check it out, thanks Jane

OK, I'm barely awake, but here you go!

Task 9:

55. Read 6 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

As a team pick a country and read 6 books set in that country. Remember to let me know how you know the book qualifies! It can be in the book details, precis, title, series tags or list, provide links and other details if necessary.

We choose the UK for this one.

Task 9 - Selection Post
A book set outside of the US. Team decide (UK)

The Isle of... Where?
250 pages
How it fits: (from precis)
When Liam Marshall’s best friend, Alex, loses his fight with colon cancer, he leaves Liam one final request: buy a ticket to Ryde, on the Isle of Wight,

Selection Post

Task 9: Set Outside the Us/Team Decide UK

Camwolf by J.L. Merrow
Page Count: 267
How it Qualifies: Tagged "British" 5x (Page 1) and "location-england" 1x (Page 2)

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Since my other 2011 book was slow listening and I don't work for a while, I'm gonna use that one for BINGO, too!

I’m reading It Takes Two To Tumble by Cat Sebastian.

I’ll plan a second one as well since I’m driving this afternoon ~ would finish it tomorrow probably.

Almost done with mine and I'll start another one.

Lisa wrote: "Jane, I was looking through the tasks and see the MM Awards are listed as an award link. Do they count though as its not an actual prize? I was thinking the awards needed to be like the Lambarda(?)..."

No, they don't (according to MK on QA)...And of course the one I'm reading now has Rainbow Award listed. I struggled with this one last time, I think.

Anyone heard from Shannon?
Ive sent her a pm. I hope she is nowhere near the fires

Completion Post

Task 9: Set Outside the Us/Team Decide UK

Camwolf by J.L. Merrow
Page Count: 267
How it Qualifies: Tagged "British" 5x (Page 1) and "location-england" 1x (Page 2)
Date Completed: 29Sep2020
Rating: 4.5 Stars
Review: I've been sitting on this one for years (have my own copy but used KU for the notes/highlights) because for some odd reason I kept putting it off...mainly because I thought *facepalm* it had some connection to internet porn. Camwolf. Like the kid was doing cam work.

So, when I reread the precis (and a couple of reviews) I realized my mistake. Cam. As in the River. And Bridge. D'uh.

Anyway, loved the setting, the plot and the characters. I do wish we'd gotten Julian's POV as we only see his actions and words through the lens of others. Weirdly, I actually kinda liked that we got the 2nd POV from a (major) side character. Tiff was funny and real. I'm glad she also took a chance on Crack.

[*book:Camwolf|10603056]

Here I am! I thought I posted my selection post but I don't see the damned thing!!

Lisa wrote: "Anyone heard from Shannon?
Ive sent her a pm. I hope she is nowhere near the fires"

No...now I'm worried. Jane has my phone number but maybe, if everyone is amenable, we could all exchange so we can check on each other?

Ok, just worried. I thought I had seen on the tv that there were some new Oregon fires and wasnt sure how close you were to them.

Task 9 Completion Post (Book 1)
Read 6 Books set outside US (England)


Gay on a Train by KC Wells
Pages: 232
Qualification: Precis * low angst* out-for-you* bisexual* British lol* sweet
Read: 9/29/20
Rating: ★★★★

Low-angst story with a bit more humor than I'm used to from this author. What a great surprise. Lee with his bi awakening and Daniel patiently moving along without being a pushover. Lovely secondary cast of characters, lots of smexy times and loads of sweetness overall. Fun read.

[*book:Gay on a Train|54278701]

Selection Post - Book 2

Task 9: Set Outside the Us/Team Decide UK

The Innocent Betrayal by Victoria Sue
Page Count: 157 (Although the KU link at Amazon )
How it Qualifies: London 1811. Can love withstand the ultimate betrayal? (From precis)

[*book:The Innocent Betrayal|30428452]