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What did you read this weekend?

I read Sweet Summer Sunset by Delores Fossen

I read Wander Canyon Courtship by Allie Pleiter the 3rd book in the series. I very much enjoyed the story.

When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn 3-Stars
Not my favorite in the series
My Review: /review/show...
No Ordinary Man by Suzanne Brockmann 5-Stars
Older, but still a great Romantic-Suspense
My Review: /review/show...
All Fired Up by Lori Foster 3-Stars
Mitch finds the love and family he always wanted.
My Review: /review/show...

Loving This So Far!!! An outrageous story! Review To Come!

Navy SEAL Justice by Elle James 5-Stars
Loved it! But there are some loose ends.
My Review: /review/show...

:) Thanks for sharing links to your reviews.

That way it makes it easy to check them out!

It really does help. :) I can't really leave a review because I'm not here just as myself. You can see what I personally read in the book challenges but all that will tell you is that I'm a historical fan but I read just about every genre. I like to see the sharing and encourage everyone to do it! ~ Kim

Right now I'm reading Christmas stories to complete other challenges in Groups I'm in. 2020 I'll start over in all my groups. I try to do at least 1 challenge in each group.

Navy SEAL Newlywed by Elle James 5-Stars
Hot romance and great suspense plot
My Review: /review/show...

One Little Lie by Colleen Coble 4 1/2-Stars
Great Christian Fiction Suspense
My Review: /review/show...

Hostile Pursuit by Juno Rushdan 5-Stars
Action packed from beginning to end, except for the mushy parts.
My Review: /review/show...

Anita wrote: " Navy SEAL Newlywed by Elle James 5-Stars
Hot romance and great suspense plot
My Review: /review/show..."

"except for the mushy parts"

LOL Love the descriptions.

I'm reading a good mix of new releases and old with all the reading challenges I'm doing. I try to use new releases for my year long ones and books from my TBR for the month long ones.~ Kim

Thank you, Kim! Juno Rushdan is a wonderful new author. If you like past paced romantic-suspense, no one writes it better.

Anita wrote: "Thank you, Kim! Juno Rushdan is a wonderful new author. If you like past paced romantic-suspense, no one writes it better."

It's not my personal fav but it is my sister's so I appreciate the recommendation. I grab a couple a year so I may give her a try too. I have some auto-buy authors that usually satisfy my "suspense-mood" days. I've been thinking about updating my list to add some spice to the mix. ~ Kim

I just saw on Facebook that Audible.com has an offer of 100s of free books during this time. ~ Kim

Heartbreaker by B.J. Daniels 3-Stars
Awesome Plot
My Review: /review/show...

Six Minutes To Midnight by Elle James 4-Stars
Great story, last in the series
My Review: /review/show...

Anita, Do you have a new series picked out since you just finished one?

I have several that I'm considering. I'm going to concentrate on finishing some others before I start any new ones.

Do you prefer series over stand-alone stories?

I like stand-alones. With a stand-alone you get a complete story, characters, romance. You don't have to worry about what characters are going to pop up in a succeeding book that you should have taken note of in the book you are reading. But, I like a good series too. I prefer one that is loosely tied together. Same location, a casual peer group, like that.

I read every book as if it is a stand-alone. If it happens to be part of a series and I really enjoyed it, I'll add it to my list of series to look for during sales. ~ Kim

A Rancher to Remember by Patricia Johns!

Ack! I can't decide what to read next!

All the Christmas movies on the Hallmark station got me in the mood for Christmas themed books so I've been reading some of my favorites. The latest is A Fool's Gold Christmas by Susan Mallery

It should get me in the mood for her upcoming novella, A Fool's Gold Wedding coming in August!

Just finished, My Christmas Cowboy by Kate Hoffman. Great storyline... :-) I read Christmas HEA books all year long !
5 Star rating !. Enjoyed the book very much !

Paperbook copy 2002.

Dixie-Lee wrote: "Just finished, My Christmas Cowboy by Kate Hoffman. Great storyline... :-) I read Christmas HEA books all year long !
5 Star rating !. Enjoyed the book very much !

Paperbook copy 2002."

Me too! I usually have at least 1 Christmas story in my 3-5 books that I'm reading at any given time.

Another Dawn by Sandra Brown 3 1/2-Stars
Some Oldies are Goodies - This one isn't
My Review: /review/show...

If I Should Die by Allison Brennan 5-Stars
Down time for Lucy and Sean? No way.
My Review: /review/show...

Playing The Odds by Nora Roberts 5-Stars
Father Knows Best.
My Review: /review/show...

Heart of Gold: A Novel by B.J. Daniels 3-Stars
BJ really missed on this one. I came close to DNFing this book by an author I've read and really enjoyed in the past.
My Review: /review/show...
I came close to DNFing this book by an author I've read and really enjoyed in the past.

So Into You by Sandra Hill 3 1/2-Stars
"I've made mistakes, therefore I can't ever be happy" trope.
My Review: /review/show...

Disruptive Force by Elle James 3-Stars
The director is uncovered and Trinity is routed and everyone lives happily ever after.
My Review: /review/show...

The Silence by Kendra Elliot 4-Stars
Just when life is good, something bad is bound to happen.
My Review: /review/show...

Currently reading Renegade Magic, book 3 of the Legacy series by McKenzie Hunter, Aurora Blazing by Jessie Mihalik and finishing up Starting Over in Texas by Jessica Keller and Gilded Wolves by Roshani Chokshi. :)

Anita wrote: " Another Dawn by Sandra Brown 3 1/2-Stars
Some Oldies are Goodies - This one isn't
My Review: /review/show......"

Looks like you had a few rough reads. I hope you've found some more to your liking for your next update. :) I've been in a bit of a reading funk but luckily, the books I managed to read were definitely higher stars for me. ~ Kim

My husband recently had major surgery so I've not read all that much. ~ Kim

I'm currently reading Miss Amelia's Mistletoe Marquess by Jenni Fletcher and The Hero of Hope Springs by Maisey Yates

Currently starting “Chasing Secrets�� by Heather Woodhaven.

Kim, I so sorry to hear about your husband. I'll keep you both in my thought and prayers for a speedy recovery.

Harlequin Books wrote: "Looks like you had a few rough reads. I hope you've found some more to your liking for your next update. :) I've been in a bit of a reading funk but luckily, the books I managed to read were definitely higher stars for me. ~ Kim..."

It does seem like I've been a bit of a slump reading wise. I'm looking forward to my September reads. I have several ARC's from authors I love.

Anita wrote: "Kim, I so sorry to hear about your husband. I'll keep you both in my thought and prayers for a speedy recovery.

Harlequin Books wrote: "Looks like you had a few rough reads. I hope you've found so..."

Thank you, Anita. He just got cleared to start cardio rehab so his recovery is going great. :)

Since I don't have as much time, other than the few titles that I grabbed for my reading challenges, I've been reading my favorite genre of Historicals. I am looking for something different to try next for my "reading purely because I wanna" read. My book order should help me out but it isn't here yet. So, time to delve into my TBR mountain. ~ Kim

Just finished,
The Highlander and the Wallflower by Michelle Willingham

Just finished Harlequin "Love Inspired" His Wyoming Baby Blessing by Jill Kemerer 5Star rating . Third book in the series Wyoming Cowboys.

I am new to Harlequin Romance Books and I am already addicted. I have already bought 20 books. The first book I've read is Serial Escape by Melinda Di Lorenzo and I gave it a four out of five stars. The mystery was so good but the ending felt rushed, in my opinion.

Now I am more than halfway through Forgotten Secrets by Karen Kirst and I am loving it. As you can see I love reading mystery/suspense. I also bought a couple of books from the Desire and the Intrigue line.

I cannot wait to read more Harlequin books. I am HOOKED!!!

Hidden by Laura Griffin 3-Stars
First book for a new series
My Review: /review/show...
I thought I was a little harsh in my review of "Hidden", then I read "Witness Security Breach" and it only confirmed my rating.

Witness Security Breach by Juno Rushdan 5-Stars
If you want Action and Romance - This book is for you.
My Review: /review/show...

A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James �� 5-Stars
An Eloisa James take on the Cinderella fairy tale.
My Review: /review/show...

Hi Andrea! I love your excitement!

Lot of good books being read bt everyone which I am happy to see.

October hasn't been a good reading month for me. My husband has had a very serious setback in his recovery. He is fighting for his life and I'm losing my mind. I spend all day at the hospital just talking to him and encouraging him. I don't know if he hears me but I keep trying. I have been reading out loud to him when I run out of things to say.

I'm currently reading A Mistletoe Vow to Lord Lovell by Joanna Johnson to him. ~ Kim

Kim, I'm so sorry your husband is in such serious condition and had a bad set back in his recovery. You and you family are in my thoughts and prayers for a full recovery. I'm so glad you are able to be with him at this time. Be strong.

The Cowboy's Faith by Danica Favorite series The Three Sisters - published by Harlequin LoveInspired .
On the last chapter and totally enjoyed this book !
looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

Rating 5Star.

PS Danica Favorite ... thx & appreciate the Dear Reader message following the last chapter ! Great story and characters.

Anita wrote: "Kim, I'm so sorry your husband is in such serious condition and had a bad set back in his recovery. You and you family are in my thoughts and prayers for a full recovery. I'm so glad you are able t..."

He passed away. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.

I need inspiration for books that made you laugh or lightened your heart. So if anyone has read something recently that cheered you up, please share! ~ Kim

Kim, I'm so sorry to hear this news. A dear friend endured a similar situation last year. Her husband had a heart attack, was on the mend and died suddenly. My prayers are with you at this time.

Fun, lighthearted fare:
The Cajun series Series List by Sandra Hill
The Miss Fortune Mystery Series Series List by Jana Deleon

I guarantee these will make you smile and forget your troubles for awhile.

Kim, I'm so very sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts. Sending hugs your way!

Thank you very much. ~ Kim

What are you all reading this weekend?

Disavowed in Wyoming by Juno Rushdan 4-Stars
An on the run CIA Agent and the love he left behind.
My Review

I'm reading "His Country Girl" by Jillian Hart. It's a wonderful book.

Vicki wrote: "I'm reading "His Country Girl" by Jillian Hart. It's a wonderful book."

Oh, that is a good one. Make sure you have a tissue handy. There are some real tearjerker scenes.

With half the year behind us, how are you doing on your reading goals for the year?

Happy National Read A Book Day!

What are you reading?