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Guidelines for posting in this thread

We like to see a bit of discussion about the books we are reading, rather than just posting the book link (and the occasional link to a review). The comments should include:

- Books you just started or are currently reading. You might want to add a few words about the book to let other members know whether you like it or not so far.
- Books you just finished, Please include your rating (1-5 stars) and a few words about the book (even if it's something as short as "I loved it / hated it.") If you wrote a full review, you can share the link to it but please include a short summary of your thoughts alongside it.

I’m reading a book called The Devil Wears Scrubs by Freida McFadden

I am currently reading The Lost House and The House of Eve. Just started them both.

The Lost House is a mystery-thriller set in Iceland. It has a prologue that grabs your attention, but that's as far as I've gotten. This is the first book I've read by this author so I don't really know what to expect. It's only her second book.

The House of Eve is historical fiction set in the 1950s in Philadelphia and Washington, DC with two different female protagonists. I'm already concerned for the characters and what they will go through. I've only read one other book by this author, Yellow Wife, and it was really good, but hard to read at times.

Kristie wrote: "I am currently reading The Lost House and The House of Eve. Just started them both.

The Lost House is a mystery-thriller set in Iceland. It has a prologue that gr..."

I enjoyed The House of Eve. It was a story a didn’t know the history of. The story is serious and will make you think, but is not as intense as Yellow Wife. That was such an exceptional book, but agree had to pause several times it was so disturbing.

I finished What Happened to the McCrays? by Tracey Lange. I rated this book 5 Stars. This is my review if anyone is interested: /review/show...

It is Publishing January 14th. I loved this book because of the 2 main characters, Kyle and Cassie who had been married for 16 years, but got divorced. The reason is hard for both to talk about, but you understand that each still has feelings for the other. It is so beautifully written. If you enjoy character driven novels about complex emotions, I would recommend this one.

I've currently got 3 great books on the go - they're so good that I'm finding it hard to choose one to focus on.

Homecoming by Kate Morton (Dual-timeline story with a family mystery in Australia)

The Other Americans by Laila Lalami (multiple POV literary mystery in Southern California)

Private Rites by Julia Armfield (near-future dystopian focused on three queer sisters)

Lots going on but it's a good start to the year

I’m reading a book called The Gift by Freida McFadden

I’m reading a book called My Son is a Murderer by Spencer Guerrero

Just finishing and finished

I’m reading a book called A Murder in the Neighborhood by Spencer Guerrero

Halfway through Demon Copperhead, great book so far.

I have finished reading The Seven Sisters.
I enjoyed it and gave it 4 stars. It is the first in a series of seven books and is about Maia who is adopted and tracing her family and Bel who lives in Brazil in the 1920s. There is an astronomical link with these stories which is not clear to me yet. I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

I’m reading a book called Last Patient of the Night by Gary Gerlacher

Kristine wrote: "Kristie wrote: "I am currently reading The Lost House and The House of Eve. Just started them both.

The Lost House is a mystery-thriller set in Iceland. It has a ..."

I finished The House of Eve and really enjoyed it. I was glad it wasn't as intense as Yellow Wife. I wasn't ready for that right now.

Glad to see you loved the McCrays. I was declined for it, so I have an early hold on it through the library. I feel like I've been waiting forever. lol

I finally finished my first book of the year, The House of Eve. It was really good and not responsible for my lack of reading. I feel like I'll be thinking about this one for a while.

I'm ready for a change of pace and am starting an early copy of A Killing Cold. I've read two other books by Kate Alice Marshall and really enjoyed them, so I'm looking forward to this one. I've only read the prologue and the first chapter so far and they pull you in quickly.

I’m reading a book called The Nurse's Lie by Daniel Hurst

The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon I had to travel 11 hours and this was such a great audio book to listen to. It was a fascinating book. I am just about done and really enjoyed listening through Audio. Don’t want to finish since I love the characters so much.

I’m reading a book called No Son of Mine by C.L. Swatman

I am reading The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst and The Booklover's LibrarybyMadeline Martin. I am really enjoying both of them.

Extra, extra, read all about it! From the frigid Arctic tundra to the fiery hot papers fresh off the printing press, Hartman's book chronicles the fascinating rise of modern newspapers through the Herald and the Times rivalry. More than that, it's a snapshot of this dynamic time, of changing attitudes and habits, technological advances, and burgeoning political and social ideas, of the symbiotic relationship between a writer and its reader; they both influence each other, and need each other to exist.

What I appreciated most about Hartman's narration is that he focused on not only how reporting changed the way it did throughout the 19th century, but why. Hartman laid out the different philosophies of the various news barons of their day and how it shaped their papers, and how shifting cultural values and tastes guided the transition from no holds barred, yellow journalism to the academic and rigorous writing that made journalism a new, respected profession. A free society and free press go hand in hand, and you can see clearly the

full review here: /review/show...





Depressing and frustrating subject, but told with care and compassion. Small comfort that in a way, justice was carried out, in that the publication of this book and renewed interest in this tragedy to the new generation helps at least, as an acknowledgement of what happened and the negligence of the U.S. justice system, if not by the actual perpetrators (Hale to his dying day never apologized or admitted to any wrongdoing), then by the public, and keeping the victims in remembrance.

I dock a star because...

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Revolutions, regime changes, and risqué paramours, oh my! Nancy Goldstone is the queen of bringing to life the stoic, regal, static paintings of reines, showing just how dynamic, vibrant, curious, intelligent and strong women of history were, who have for too long been described as just wives to a crowned head.

It was smart for Goldstone to double bill this book, as Eugenie and Elisabeth had more in common than just being alive at the same time. I learned that they both...

full review here: /review/show...





The "amateur sleuth podcast/book" trope has become more prevalent in books lately, what with rise of the true crime phenomenon, but what makes this book stand out is the added layer of emotional and personal stakes the main character Jane has in the investigation, and by extension, the author, Ashley Winstead. The death of Jane's father and the resulting emotional spiral that follows plays a big factor in her decision making throughout the story. Similarly, the death of Winstead's father was partly the impetus for her writing this book and choosing this topic (which I'll get into later in this review, I have THOUGHTS).

the GOOD: What starts as...

full review here: /review/show...





What a rollicking good time! The hitwoman in a Panera Bread premise gave me a good chuckle and reeled me in immediately. This is a successful blend of action, mystery, humor, that keeps it from being a sedate, cozy mystery. Most of the characters had very strong individual voices and big personalities, enhanced by the superb audiobook narrator, Angela Dawe. She used different accents very well. The only ding of the book was...

full review here: /review/show...

I’m reading a book called The Other Passenger by J.E. Rowney

Current:
The Bookshop: I’m at the 50% mark and I have to say the first 40% was terrible for me. Probably because I don’t know a lot about bookshops and publishers. So the first 40% could have been my fault. The last 10-15% has been much better. I do love the layout of the book.

Iron Flame: Rereading in preparation for Onyx Storm to come out. I’m still obsessed…maybe even more this time around.

Just Finished:
How my neighbor stole Christmas: So cute. Loved the retell of The Grinch and loved the narrators voice. The story was cute. However, the spice did get a little weird for a minute. My rating: 3.9

Funny Story: My first Emily Henry book, Happy Place, was a dud for me. So I was worried. Listened on audio and enjoyed it well enough. The characters could have had more depth, but I enjoyed it. My rating: 3.4

the Inheritance Games: YA read about a girl inheriting billions from a possible stranger, leaving his children/grandchildren disinherited. It seemed to focus more on the death of another character more than the task at hand. Whatever the first book didn’t give, the second book did! My rating: 3.1

How to End a Love Story: This was amazing! Super deep for a romance novel. We brushed on suicide and the effects it causes those around us. The spice was a little misplaced at first for me, and didn’t fit…but it worked itself out along the way. My rating: 3.7

Fourth Wing: This is life. Why it didn’t get a 5? Who knows…but the blahish cover definitely knocked it a bit for me and me not being able to visualize the setting and characters. Again, that could be a me problem. But I love this book! My rating: 4.6

The Hawthorne Legacy: Second in The Inheritance Games. And it delivered. I know the characters better now, and love that; however, I have no idea what they are supposed to look like. There is a third and fourth book and this one did not leave me on a cliffhanger. But it definitely delivered. My rating: 3.6

Heartstopper, Volume 2: Even though I’m not a graphic novel fan, I really enjoyed book one. This one read like an instruction manual to the LBGT, defining words everyone should be aware of at this point. It just didn’t deliver. My rating: 2.1

I’m reading a book called The Mother-In-Law by Kiersten Modglin

I finished The Lost House . I love the idea of the story, but the writing didn't work for me.

My review: /review/show...

I finished A Killing Cold a couple days ago. It was a fast-paced read and kept me guessing.

My review: /review/show...

I am starting Head Cases now.

Just finished Homecoming which follows the standard Kate Morton format but was enjoyable.

In typical style I'm jumping on a hyped book a decade after the hype with Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo. It is a god example of Fantasy YA of that era which (despite its faults) I prefer to the new trend of Romantasy

I’m reading a book called Don't Believe Her by Nicola Sanders

I’m reading a book called Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister

I’m reading a book called Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

I finished Head Cases, but didn't write my review yet. I'll be back to post that.

I am currently reading Penitence. It's good, but I'm not as sympathetic to the mom as I expected to be. I still feel bad for what she is going through, but I don't like her very much. I hope to finish tonight.

I’m reading a book called One Last Shot by Susan May Warren

I finished Penitence. It was a very realistic fiction. I now have to write the review for this one. as well, but I don't know what I want to say about it at all. Maybe tomorrow I'll get around to writing a couple of reviews.

I started The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell.

I can't wait to read your review of Penitence. The description sounds really good. It is a debut author?

Vicki Willis wrote: "I can't wait to read your review of Penitence. The description sounds really good. It is a debut author?"

Yes, she is. It was really good, especially for a debut. It's a slower read, very realistic. Hopefully, I'll get to it tonight. :)

Finished Shadow and Bone and now starting a range of new books

The Count of Monte Cristo for my long read (10 chapters per month)

How to Winter: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days - Very helpful in this horrible January weather we are getting at the moment in the UK

Bel Canto - Already hooked!

Here are the reviews for the books I just finished:

- my Penitence review
- my Head Cases review

I hope to finish The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell today.

Hi Everyone I am currently reading the Great Alone by Kristian Hannah It is a very good book

I finished The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell. It was the first book I read by Robert Dugoni. I'm glad I finally got around to it. It was really good.

I started a reread of The Time Keeper today for another group I'm in.

I’m reading a book called The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea

I just finished on Audio Let's Call Her Barbie by Renée Rosen Very nostalgic book for me. Have to see if my Mom held on to my Barbie Camper.

Currently reading, The Dollhouse Academy by Margarita Montimore I’ve read about 1/4 of this book and so far find it pretty interesting. Two young girls go stay at this boardinghouse that works on making Stars. What happens inside is secret, so imagine this will be somewhat dark. I’ll find out soon.

Just finished House of Earth and Blood, Crescent City 1, and I am pretty wrecked. What a book! I can’t believe it hasn’t gotten as much noise as The Empyrean series.

I’m reading a book called You Shouldn't Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose

I finished Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson which I just loved.
Here is my review if interested: /review/show...

Pam Jenoff’s, Last Twilight in Paris was just released. This was a hard one for me, since my Dad just passed away and we read her books together. I had read it and it is my favorite this year.
Here is my 5 Star ⭐️ review: /review/show...

Currently: Finishing Listen for the Lie on Audio.

I have finished reading The Booklover's Library.It is about a Boots' booklovers' library during the second world war and the everyday life at that time of people living in Nottingham. I really liked it and gave it 4 stars.
Here is my review

I’m reading a book called None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell