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TheAromaofBooks
A Cross-Country Christmas | Courtney Walsh
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Mehso-so

I actually almost bailed on this one and kind of wish I had. Lauren was literally a bitch for no reason for about a third of this book. She was SO rude, self-absorbed, and obnoxious. Will is DOING YOU A FAVOR and you're treating him like trash because of something he said to you when he was stupid drunk ten years ago that he doesn't even remember??? Wow, you're right, that makes you the mature one who has definitely worked through your issues 🙄 ⬇

TheAromaofBooks (cont'd) Will is unfailingly polite, kind, and thoughtful, despite the fact that Lauren says mean stuff to him for no reason, purposefully ignores him, whines about literally everything, and starts the entire road trip by announcing she's figured out their itinerary despite the fact that HE is giving HER a ride to be nice, like sorry, you don't get to tell him where to go and when - it's actually HIS trip??? Ugh. Eventually she somewhat snaps ⬇ 1y
TheAromaofBooks (cont'd) out of it, but then literally as soon as she sees Will talking to a random chick, Lauren (despite having literally no idea what they're saying) immediately does the whole “he hasn't really changed! He's still a player!“ routine where she goes and sulks in her room and then goes back to being a spoiled baby for the entire next day despite the fact that Will DID NOT DO ANYTHING WRONG (btw they aren't dating! He's allowed to talk to other ⬇ (edited) 1y
TheAromaofBooks (cont'd) women even if you ARE dating!) and HE HAS NO IDEA WHY YOU ARE MAD. Super mature, Lauren. 🙄 One more thing really burned me, spoiler below. All in all, I kept thinking this one was getting better, but then Lauren would do something else to act like a petulant child that sent me right back to being ticked off at her. Will deserves much better! 1y
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TheAromaofBooks Turns out the reason Lauren is mad at Will is because ten years ago when they were both in college, Will got totally trashed at a party and 100% sober Lauren gave him a ride home. She's always had a huge crush on him. He drunkenly kisses her and Lauren makes out with him for a while, commenting along the lines of “it was her fantasies come true“. The next day, Will doesn't remember it so Laurent is heartbroken. But I just kept seeing this ⬇ 1y
TheAromaofBooks (cont'd) scenario with the gender roles reversed. Imagine a totally sober Will making out with a super-drunk Lauren because “it was his wildest fantasy for years“. Ugh. I just thought it was weird and a little creepy and of course Lauren tells Will about it and makes HIM feel like the horrible guilty person when SHE was the one taking advantage of him! Gross, and genuinely an unacceptable double-standard. 1y
Andrew65 Well done on getting through it. 🎄🎄🎄 1y
peanutnine Amazing review! This is on my TBR but probably won't make it a priority after reading your thoughts lol 💖 1y
TheAromaofBooks @peanutnine - In fairness, this has over a 4* average on GR and a lot of positive reviews, so maybe I'm just a grouch 😂 1y
DieAReader 🥳🥳🥳 1y
sblbooks @TheAromaofBooks you are definitely not a grouch. I just read this one, and I agree with everything you said! 9mo
TheAromaofBooks @sblbooks - haha thank you! I probably should have labeled this book a pan after all my ranting 😂 9mo
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tdrosebud
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Pickpick

This is one if my favorite cozy series. Meg's cousin has started a podcast about cold cases. When his cohost is almost run over, they suspect the cause is one if the close to home cases they featured. So they enlist Meg to investigate. During this, we do get treated to the usual chaos of Meg's family as they prepare for her brother's wedding.
#pantone2022 #nosegay @Clwojick #roadtripusa2022 #virginia @megnews

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tdrosebud
Misty of Chincoteague | Marguerite Henry
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Pickpick

I reread this childhood favorite as I found it in my closet while cleaning. Based on the real real pony penning that takes place, it's a story of hope and believing from 2 children who do what adults couldn't. After my reread, I'm going to pass this old battered copy to my niece.
#pantone2022 #lichenblue @Clwojick #booked2022 #weatherterm @Cinfhen @BarbaraTheBibliophage @alisiakae #roadtripusa2022 #maryland @megnews

Cinfhen Well played!!! And great color match 😃 1y
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julieclair
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A delightful cozy mystery! I loved the way the feisty main character, Mia, speaks her mind and never compromises her principles. Set in Salem, Massachusetts, which sounds like a fun and funky town. I have added it to my travel bucket list! This was the first in a series, and I look forward to reading more.
Thanks @Allylu for another great pic for #TrappedOnAnIsland! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#Scarathlon #TeamSlaughter #Spookoween #31by31 #Pointsathon #Witchathon

DieAReader 🥳🥳🥳 1y
julieclair #LittenListenBingo (Ghost/Haunting), #BookSpinBingo, #AutumnAtoZ (S), #BodyCountBingo (Unusual Murder Weapon), #BookishBingo (Haunting/Ghost), #RoadTripUSA2022 (Massachusetts) @megnews 1y
Catsandbooks 🙌🏼🔮🖤 1y
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PuddleJumper Ace! 1y
TheSpineView Well done 1y
TheAromaofBooks Yay!!! 1y
Clwojick Way to go! ☠ 1y
Andrew65 Fantastic 👏👏👏 1y
julieclair @Allylu These were the only 2 I completed, but I enjoyed them both. And I do want to read the other 3 at some point. Thanks for great choices! 👍 1y
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julieclair
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Even though #Washington was the only new state I visited in September for #RoadTripUSA2022, it was a remarkable trip!
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SnowEcho
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Bridgeside books: thanks for the recommendation! Read this little page turner during a camping trip just outside Waterbury where this takes place! Vermont ideals, characters who are real, in a story that could have been me or the person next door. There‘s a moment when a beloved pet gets lost, definitely understand the terror from how much owners love their pets here!!! Finished this in less than a day. Great read!

julieclair #Stacked! I need a Vermont book for #RoadTripUSA2022, and this one sounds like fun! 👍 2y
SnowEcho @julieclair yay I hope you enjoy it! Definitely fun and relatable at least for me! 2y
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julieclair
Temple Secrets | Susan Gabriel
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A multi-layered, and ultimately hopeful, story about the many ways generations of secret-keeping can affect families. Set in Savannah, Georgia, with a particular appreciation of the Gullah culture, the South itself feels like one of the characters. Told from multiple points of view, and with a diverse cast of characters, the topic of race relations is handled in a way that feels authentic. Quirky characters and a few resident ghosts add humor ⬇️

julieclair to the story, and the numerous secrets that are revealed make for a very satisfying read! #Pantone2022 #LavaFalls @Clwojick #RoadTripUSA2022 #Georgia @megnews 2y
Clwojick Great job! 2y
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julieclair
The Unhoneymooners | Christina Lauren
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Cinfhen I love the cover design too😍 2y
Librarybelle Good choice! 2y
Clwojick Way to go!! 2y
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TheAromaofBooks
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I absolutely love the Kate Burkholder series, and book 14 did not disappoint! I'm always a bit sad when Kate's investigations take her away from Painter's Creek and the crew we have gotten to know there, but really, it makes sense since how many murderous Amish can there really be in one small town?? 😂 It's not absolutely necessary to read this series in order, but I highly recommend it, as Kate's backstory and character are developed so well⬇️

TheAromaofBooks (cont'd) throughout the series. The mystery here kept me engaged, and even though I had guessed some of it, I didn't guess it all.

As a side note, I'm in love with Tomasetti 😂

#SeriesRead2022 @TheSpineView
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#BookSpinBingo
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mabell That‘s how I felt when Jessica would leave Cabot Cove! I‘m assuming for the same reason - only so many murders in a small town can be “plausible” 😆 2y
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julieclair
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July was a busy travel month. Five new states! Delaware was the most enjoyable. Colorado was the most thought-provoking.
#RoadTripUSA2022 @megnews

mabell I enjoyed the Rescued Word mysteries - I‘m sorry she hasn‘t continued the series 2y
julieclair @mabell This is the first one I have read, but will definitely read more. 2y
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