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I just could not get into this story - it wasn't bad, interesting premise, writing was fine - it's me not you.
I did get a #BookSpinBingo and I did finish the two books I set out to finish for #20in4 and #FabulousFebruary (both with the help of a bail🤣)
@TheAromaofBooks @Andrew65

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My March #BookSpinBingo - thank you for hosting @TheAromaofBooks -
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#20in4 #FabulousFebruary thanks for hosting @Andrew65

Will continue reading tagged and Aunt Dimity Digs In -

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What wasn‘t there to like about this book? I like ghost stories, books about time travel, and antiques. This book had it all. I‘m not really into the romance genre, but that didn‘t bother me with this story. I loved reading about the English countryside, both past and present. Wilshire is definitely on my bucket list to visit one day. Luckily, I found the next book in this series at the Dollar Tree! Can‘t wait to dig in.

I read this based on the recommendation of my friend Sherry for the #12Challenge.

Its a time travel mystery with a contemporary timeline and one in the early 1700‘s. It was light and fun if somewhat predictable. I liked the little town it was set in and the minor characters, and the antique shop set up was fun.

I doubt I would have picked it up without the recommendation, so I‘m glad the challenge brought it into my TBR.

A cute story with a thread of mystery plot point. I liked it more after the first 100 pages or so when the action picked up.

Time travel and maybe a little romance? Well, it‘s not Outlander…but this first book in the series was ok. I‘m interested enough to read the next book. I want to like Xanthe, the main character, and her mother Flora. They have some good neighbors & friends too. Hope I get to know more about them. The history was cool too.

This book is about time travel - modern to 1600's, the first of a series. Although the story is good, the different POVs and detailed descriptions made it a slow read for me. But it's still worth a look..

I was excited about this book from all hype I've read from other people. It was nice, though I felt as though it was a slow start with a mild climax. I don't know, maybe I'm in a Reader's Funk but I just felt like this was sort of an interesting start. I have hopes book two will be better. Some series take awhile to get great.

This book has mystery, romance, and a kind of magic—normally all the things I enjoyed. Sadly, it just didn‘t work for me. I just didn‘t connect with the MC and eventually I just skimmed it to finish it.

This was my second and last Brackston book. Her books have intriguing premises, but I just don‘t connect to her stories.

Book 1 for #awesomeApril
And this is my April #doublespin book

I love a book that starts with a poem.

#poetrymatters

Most of this book, I was in between on. I didn‘t hate it, didn‘t love it. But found I needed to know what happened. One of those things I just can‘t explain. There wasn‘t anything special to me. Just invested in it.

Ghosts and time travel! A lovely surprise 🥰

Really enjoyed this one, I was drawn in by the cover so went in without knowing anything . If I had of known before what it was about I probably wouldn‘t have picked it , it‘s not my usual read, love it when that happens

#bookspinbingo 😁

February #bookspinbingo list complete 😁

❤️❤️❤️ thank you Joanna! 💚💚💚 I love my #littlechristmasswap package. I‘ve been wanting to read this book. And the chocolate & ornament & the gnomes!!! I had to take a close-up photo of the gnomes. So cute! 🎄

Buon Natale! Viva viva la Belfana!

Since Christmas isn't a traditional holiday in Japan, Merry Christmas is literally a transliteration of the English phrase: Merii Kurisumasu & in katakana script: メリークリスマス

Book 112

I listened to this story about Xanthe, to whom some rare antiques "speak", traveling through time to save the daughter of the ghost by which she is haunted. The nonsensical elements infuriated me, but, to feel so passionately, I recognize a high level of engagement. Fun. 3.5 stars

I initially picked this up because of the cover. I am also a sucker for a story about an antique shop. I enjoyed the setting, Marlborough, and the historical details of Ley Lines, Blind Houses, Great Chalfield Manor and the functions of Chatelaines. I love History and I love anything connected to England so these aspects of the story stood out to me.

I adore everything she writes. It‘s all so special, and I find myself purposely slowing down in order to enjoy it longer.

Time travel. Xanthe has always been able to feel the past. When her and her mom move to sell antiques a very forward spirit chooses her to save her daughter in the past. This is not Outlander but it‘s a good story. Samuel is the man in this one but will book two be the book where Xanthe goes back? Not sure if I‘ll go there🤫🤭🤔. I did learn what a chatelaine is. You can look that one up!

Reading a new book about ghosts, special “gifted” abilities and time travel:)

It took me longer than normal to finish this one, as quarantine in my case did not allow for more time for reading. My kids being home 24/7 meant more duties for me as "teacher" and "entertainer" lol. It had a bit of a slow start, but it picked up and the characters were likeable enough to keep me going long enough to see that. I like the way it turned out, and the resolution wasn't anticlimactic as I assumed it would be in the beginning lol.

Started my day off right with some journaling and reading. And a cup of coffee with a cinnamon coffee muffin, of course. 📚✒☕

One of my Mother's Day gifts, a sleepy owl book light 😁🦉

My Saturday consists of coloring and writing in my bujo, and plenty of reading 😊📚

Whoever said compromise was death to art knew the truth of it.

Some much needed me time with pinot noir by candlelight 😁

Reading time with my kiddos! We're all cuddled up on the couch reading independently 😁📚❤

Reading in bed, aided by a tiny flashlight (I really need to invest in a decent book light). This is the only time I've been able to read lately, with the kiddos being home, I've been trying to keep them entertained. Tomorrow we're starting them on a schedule, and designated reading time is included, which I'll also be partaking in. 😁 It was a bit of a slow start with this book (tagged), but it's picking up and I'm thoroughly enjoying it!

1. My kids are out of school and a lot of plans are cancelled, lots of anxiety.
2. We're good for a little while.
3. Nope, but my son's birthday is the next day. We had to cancel the trampoline park and are doing a water gun battle in the backyard instead. I'm baking him a cake.
4. Tagged book.
5. Frozen 2 😁

@laurenslibrary #randosurvey

Last two books I read were nonfiction, and while I loved them, I'm excited to read fiction next. Cracking this one open tonight!

I have conflicting feelings but overall an enjoyable read! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. The ending had me at the edge of my seat and I had tears well up 😭💖.
Might continue with the series, might not.

Charming and magical! I've seen comparisons to Outlander, but it's more Outlander-light. When you need a dose of time travel romance and a dash of danger without tons sex and death.

So far, so charming!

Crazy about this book! I read this novel and the second in the series, both within a day. I was absolutely enthralled by the experience! #mustread #amreading #bibliophile #bookreviewer #bookblog #bookblogger

I can't seem to put this book down !

I found the story to be sweet and endearing, with a few paranormal/fantasy twists. And while I enjoyed the story, it‘s not one that I‘ll be picking up again in the near future. Nor do I find the need to continue along the series, Since I feel that the ending what is enough.

Part mystery, part romance, part time travel. Pleasant to but not my favorite by her by far. The first part sucks you in, and the second just pulls you through. Leaves with tons of questions.

What better way to have an antique store then to have someone who can 'hear' the story!

#7days7covers Day 6

1) expensive ebook that was a pan for so many reasons, most of all: yes, people and places smell, and 👏👏 most stupid decisions made by the MC ever
2) atm, Good Omens
3) muesli with yoghurt; in about 30 minutes 😶
4) Central European Time (GMT+1)
5) Grey Dumped (👇)

#friyayintro @howjessreads

Whether you fall in love with the cover or read the description, it‘s worth the read!

I can't seem to quit buying books! I bought 5 more from Book Outlet today... and I just received a box from them last week!!! I am hopeless!😝

I don't understand why people are raving about this book. Truly. It's as if we read different versions.

😂😂😂😂😂
At 84%!!! Beforehand the lady herself referred to her 16th/17th century clothing as medieval.

Honestly, I think this book wasn't ready for publication yet when it was published late last year.

#HistoricalFictionInaccuracyAnnoyanceSupportGroup @CoverToCoverGirl @GingerAntics @JazzFeathers @Weaponxgirl @RavenLovelyReads @Birdsong28 @KCorter

Super cute book on antiques and time travel.

Currently reading this library loan to prepare for the next book that I received as an ARC. I don't have as much reading time as I used to so I'm down to the wire before it expires!

Ouch!

Already spotted a grammar mistake and an inconsistency of facts (who told who, what and when), and a tiny thing that bugs me - time travelling to the year 1605 with 17th century folklore information 😕, I'd go for late 16th century information. But, I am a stickler.

Is this a reason for a #HistoricalFictionInaccuracyAnnoyanceSupportGroup meeting?

Also, why oh why can't they edit books properly?

I love this cover! ❤️ What is everyone else reading this weekend? 📚

Another sunny Sunday morning! Ghost is enjoying the sunshine while Shadow is in the shade. 😉 I might have to go back inside for a moment soon, or I'll get sunburn.

Wishing you all a good day.

#booksandtea #catsoflitsy

#breakfastandbooks out on the balcony.

My daughter, who returned from a 5 day school trip yesterday, still is asleep. She sprained her ankle and I might have to go to hospital with her. Wish the teacher had taken her to see a doctor, but alas they didn't think it was necessary - her lower leg is swollen, for F-s sake. 😤😤😤

Reading the first book in a duology, got book 2 as an ARC.