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THE AUTHORS AND BOOKS ARE:

1 Tristen Kozinski-The City of Locked Doors

2 Scott Spotson-Seeking Dr. Magic

3 April A. Taylor-Vasilisa the Terrible: A Baba Yaga Story

4 Thomas J.L. Green-Legacy of Dreams: Freedom

5 James Maxstadt-Duke Grandfather Saves the World*

6 K.T. Munson-The Sixth Gate

7 Chris Keaton-The Mosaic

8 Steve Pillinger-The Mindruler

9 Christopher Keene-Gods of the Mountain


THE ORDER OF REVIEW IS AS FOLLOWS:

Round one: Starts Monday, March 12, 2018 and Ends Monday, April 9, 2018

Tristan Kosinski reviews April A. Taylor
Layla Pinkett (Standing in for Chris Keaton) reviews K.T. Munson
Chris Keaton - BYE
K.T. Munson reviews Steve Pillinger
Thomas J.L. Green reviews Scott Spotson
Steve Pillinger reviews Chris Keaton
Scott Spotson reviews James Maxstadt
Christopher Keene reviews Tristan Kosinski
April A. Taylor reviews Christopher Keene
James Maxstadt reviews Thomas J.L. Green

Round two: Starts Monday, April 9, 2018 and Ends Monday, May 7, 2018

Tristan Kosinski reviews James Maxstadt
Chris Keaton reviews Thomas J.L. Green
K.T. Munson reviews Scott Spotson
Thomas J.L. Green reviews Christopher Keene
Steve Pillinger reviews Tristan Kosinski
Scott Spotson reviews April A. Taylor
Christopher Keane reviews Steve Pillinger
April A. Taylor reviews K.T. Munson
James Maxstadt reviews Chris Keaton

I'll join with The City of Locked Doors.
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Of the potential participants, Thomas is already reading it from another group and Scott previously tried it and found it not to his liking.

Scott Spotson, Seeking Dr. Magic

I’d like to join. My book is a dark fairy tale/dark fantasy. It’s also a Kindle Short Read, which will make it a nice, quick read for whoever gets it. :)

Title - Vasilisa the Terrible: A Baba Yaga Story.

Amazon Link (it’s free for KU members) -

Thomas JL Green, Legacy of Dreams (), cannot to Tristen's book for I'm already reading it for another group.

Otherwise, my book is kinda grimdark-ish and adult in all themes (I know some people aren't into it, so I'm putting it here as a warning).

Thomas wrote: "Thomas JL Green, Legacy of Dreams (), cannot to Tristen's book for I'm already reading it for another group.

Otherwise, my book is kinda gri..."

It's a general round, so anything goes. Nothing wrong with a bit of grimdark.

Can we please post any clashes that we may have as well? Thank you for your cooperation.

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I'll join. Fun fantasy...

I've been reviewed by Scott, but a different book. Thanks

I’m out and about but would like to enter The Sixth Gate.

I’ve reviewed Scott, but not this book. That’s my only clash.

I'm in, with 'The Mosaic'.


Scott has reviewed me before, but for a different book. So far that is the only conflict.

/book/show/3... here is the link for mine.

I’ve reviewed The Mosaic.

Thank you K.T and Chris. I shall add your links tomorrow, as I am heading off for the night. Have aw good day.

Sorry! Have 'A' good day...oops!

Can I join this one? The Mindruler,
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I’m reviewing Scott in another round, but a different book.

Here we go:

Preferably something adult, if possible.

Welcome Steve and Christopher.

Would love to check out Christopher's book.

Let's see how the chips fall.

I may be a bit late setting up the round. I should have it set up for tomorrow at the very latest.

This round is now set for scheduling, and will be up and running tonight. Thank you all for your patience.

Hi L.N., here is a full list, to date, of clashes.

There doesn't seem to be any problem finding a substitute book to read for myself or for anyone I'm reviewing.

Have reviewed me:

K.T, Steve.

I have reviewed:

Tristen, James, Chris, and Christopher

No prior contact:

April, Thomas

Thanks.

I’ve reviewed Scott but not this book. I’ve reviewed the mosaic. Christopher has reviewed me but not this book, but he doesn’t like YA and this is another YA. Tristan has reviewed me but I don’t think it was this book.

I think that’s all.

This review round is now open. Please check and make sure that I haven't missed anything before you start buying books.

K.T. has reviewed The Mosaic before, so I probably shouldn't r
review her book.

Chris wrote: "K.T. has reviewed The Mosaic before, so I probably shouldn't r
review her book."

I am this close to going to bed, so what I will do is give you a BYE, and I will read K.T's book. Although, I have nothing to offer this round, I can at least act as an Alternate reviewer.

I've purchased Thomas J.L. Green, Legacy of Dreams.

The Mosaic is out there at a reduced price of $2.99.

Is it the normal practice in these groups to get the book for free or to purchase them? I just want to make sure I'm following what 'should' be done?

usually, pick it up on KU or ask the author for a file...or if the book is cheap enough, just by it. There is no real rule on how you pick up the books.

Thanks, I won't be offended if people ask for a free copy. :)

I've sent The Mosaic to both reviewers.

Received both books now.

Okay, just saw that my first book is over 1200 pages. At my reading pace, I might need an extension.

Steve wrote: "Received both books now."

Could you send The Mindruler to [email protected]?

Christopher wrote: "Steve wrote: "Received both books now."
Could you send The Mindruler to [email protected]?"

I've sent the .mobi file, I hope that's OK.

Happy reading!

Christopher wrote: "Okay, just saw that my book is over 1200 pages. At my reading pace, I might need an extension."

That appears to be a misprint. Just looked and the page count is 318...so not as bad.

L.N. wrote: "Christopher wrote: "Okay, just saw that my book is over 1200 pages. At my reading pace, I might need an extension."

That appears to be a misprint. Just looked and the page count is 318...so not as..."

Oh, whew. No problem then.

I have received my assigned books and distributed mine accordingly.

I have completed my review for Vasilisa the Terrible: A Baba Yaga story.
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I’ve received both books and sent both copies of mine out in return.

I'll be reading K.T's book in the second round, as I am stuck in other reading rounds elsewhere.

Reviews for City of Locked Doors
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My Review for Vasilisa the Terrible





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My reviews for The Mosaic. Very good read.

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Thanks to those who have posted their links for round one. The rest of you have until April 9 to complete your first round.

James wrote: "My reviews for The Mosaic. Very good read.



Thanks! If you liked that you may like a book of short stories set in that universe, 'Pieces From The Mosaic'.

I have completed my review for Duke Grandfather Saves the World.
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That wraps it up for me, I wish you all the best of luck with your readings and reviews. See you in a couple months. :)

Tristan, thank you for your links. Look forward to seeing you in another round soon.

Thanks Tristen. Glad you enjoyed it.