The James Patterson Reading Challenge II Hosted by: Socrates’ Book Reviews Timeline: 01 Sep 2010 – 31 Aug 2011 I wasn’t sure I was going to be able to finish this challenge as I was one book short as of Sunday, August 28. Luckily the newest book was released (Kill Me If You Can) on Tuesday and I ran to the store to pick it up and…
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First line: Only three people were left under the red and white awning of the grease joint: Grady, me and the fry cook. Why I read this: This was my book club book for July. Synopsis from Goodreads: Though he may not speak of them, the memories still dwell inside Jacob Jankowski’s ninety-something-year-old mind. Memories of himself as a young man, tossed by fate onto a rickety train that was…
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It’s Monday What Are you Reading , hosted by Sheila, is the perfect way for me to begin my week and allows me to focus on what needs to be read and to see what I have or have not accomplished the previous week. I also enjoy discovering new books by visiting other participants blogs.So I was doing really well with getting caught up with some reviews last week until…
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***I’m posting this a little late due to power loss from Hurricane Irene. In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I’ll post what books I’ve received either by mailbox/library/store. From the library: Hide (audio) by Lisa Gardner I have reviewed the latest two (#4 and #5) in Lisa Gardner’s Dectective DD Warren series and decided to go back and…
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First line: Dylan North walked down the streets of Acton, savoring the familiar sights. Why I read this: This is one of Carly Phillips earlier works and when I saw that it was available for my Nook, I jumped on it. Synopsis from Goodreads: You never forget your first love … High school sweethearts, Dylan North and Holly Evans believed their future together was a done deal. But right after…
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First line: It’s way too early in the morning for dead people. Why I read this: It’s a James Patterson book that I somehow missed when it came out. From the inside cover: YOU’VE BEEN NICE, VERY NICE Kristin Burns has lived her life by the philosophy “Don’t think, just shoot” – pictures, that is. Struggling to make ends meet, she works full-time as the nanny for the fabulously wealthy…
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It’s Monday What Are you Reading , hosted by Sheila, isthe perfect way for me to begin my week and allows me to focus on what needs to be read and to see what I have or have not accomplished the previous week. I also enjoy discovering new books by visiting other participants blogs. Time for reading didn’t seem to be on my side last week…between going back to work…
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In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I’ll post what books I’ve received either by mailbox/library/store. From the library: The Island (audio) by Elin Hilderbrand I love Elin Hilderbrand’s books and somehow I missed this one when I first started reading her. What’s in your mailbox?
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First line: The thing about lying to your parents is, you have to do it to protect them. Why I read this: I’ve read all the Shopaholic books by Sophie Kinsella and when I saw that this one was available for my Nook, I decided to give it a try. Synopsis from Goodreads: Lara Lington has always had an overactive imagination, but suddenly that imagination seems to be in overdrive.…
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First line: “I’ve reached a decision.” Why I read this: This is one of Carly Phillips earlier works and when I saw that it was available for my Nook, I jumped on it. Synopsis from Goodreads: No sooner had Chelsie Russell and Griffin Stuart lost their siblings in a car crash than they find themselves fighting for custody of their two year old niece. Griff wins only to discover Chelsie…
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First line: Dear Sophie, I nearly canceled Christmas last year when my children found their presents. Why I read this: I love Krista Davis’s Domestic Diva series and I am using this to count towards the Cruisin’ thru the Cozies Reading Challenge. Synopsis from Goodreads: A Scrooge steals presents right from under Sophie Winston’s family Christmas tree. Then her sister-in-law’s father show’s up with a diva girlfriend just a month…
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It’s Monday What Are you Reading , hosted by Sheila, isthe perfect way for me to begin my week and allows me to focus on what needs to be read and to see what I have or have not accomplished the previous week. I also enjoy discovering new books by visiting other participants blogs. It’s back to work for me this week, and we are in the middle of a…
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First line: The end began with a plane crash. Why I read this: I had picked this up at a book sale last year after reading a few other books by Katherine Center and am also using this book to count towards the Reading From My Shelves Project. From the back cover: Sometimes the worst thing that can happen is exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Very pregnant and not…
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In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I’ll post what books I’ve received either by mailbox/library/store. For Review: Darkness, My Old Friend by Lisa Unger I read Fragile last year and really enjoyed it – looking forward to starting this one. From the Library: Best Staged Plans by Claire Cook Claire Cook is one of…
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First line: Mary Bliss McGowan and Katherine Weidman had reached a point in the evening from whence there was no return. Why I read this: I picked this up at a library book sale and it’s been sitting on my shelf for a while – I was in the mood for a quick, fun read and this definitely was that and a whole lot more. I am also using this…
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From the back of the audio case: #1 New York Times bestselling author Iris Johansen returns with a new suspense thriller guaranteed to keep listeners up all night long – an adrenaline-laced shocker that pits a mother and son against a killer who’s the stuff of nightmares. Someone is watching. He’s a shadowy figure from out of her darkest fears, and he hasn’t forgotten her. In one shocking moment of…
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It’s Monday What Are you Reading , hosted by Sheila, isthe perfect way for me to begin my week and allows me to focus on what needs to be read and to see what I have or have not accomplished the previous week. I also enjoy discovering new books by visiting other participants blogs. I am back from my travels and am slowly catching up on everything. I did manage…
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In My Mailbox (IMM) is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi @ The Story Siren. Every week I’ll post what books I’ve received either by mailbox/library/store. ***This week’s mailbox post includes all the books I’ve gotten in the last few weeks while I was away on vacation. For Review (0) Library (3) Rescue by Anita Shreve (audio book) The Love Season by Elin Hilderbrand You’ve Been Warned by James Patterson…
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First line: I was born beautiful. Why I read this: I had recently read Something Borrowed and was curious as to what would happen with Darcy. I am also using this book to count towards the Reading From My Shelves Project. From the back cover: Darcy Rhone thought she had it all figured out: the more beautiful the girl, the more charmed her life. Never mind substance. New mind playing…
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Here are my reading stats for July! Books read: 13 Books I read (reviewed ones have * and link to review; books not yet reviewed will be linked up once review is posted.) A Summer Affair* by Elin Hilderbrand The Creed Legacy* by Linda Lael Miller Now You See Her* by James Patterson Beachcombers* by Nancy Thayer The Knitting Diaries* by Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery & Christina Skye Something Blue*…
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From the back over the audio case: Abbie Fox hasn’t seen her father or two younger sisters in almost two years, during which time she’s jetted around the world and experienced life. But now youngest sister Lily is begging her to return home to Nantucket because middle sister Emma has taken to her bed, devastated after the loss of her high-powered job and the break-up with her fiance. Also, Lily…
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First line: I’d already tossed the driver a twenty and was bouncing up and down like a preschooler last in line for they potty when my taxi finally stopped across from the Hudson hotel on West 58th. Why I read this: It’s a book by James Patterson – enough said!!! From the inside cover: To save her own life, Nina Bloom vanished. Now, to rescue an innocent man, she confronts…
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I am finally back home after two and a half weeks of traveling. I did manage to get some reading in – not as much as I had hoped, but I was visiting family and spent a lot of time catching up with my mom. I have lots of reviews to get out and will be holding a new contest soon. Thanks for sticking around!!!
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