I liked book 2 of the Gravekeeper series better. Overall it's just a more cohesive story. I also liked the bigger role that the graveyard ghosts play in this one. Also enjoyed the addition of a ghost gone evil or the shade. The shady men chasing Kiera were briefly mentioned again this book but no answers yet. I've got to know who they are and who Kiera really is.

I've been going back and forth on my thoughts and what I'd rate The Whispering Dead. I'm going to say middle of the road read. I thought it was going to be kind of scary but it wasn't. It does involve ghosts in the graveyard and a MC that has amnesia. I wish a couple of things brought up were explained more in the book. It almost felt like the first 1/4 was a different book then the rest of it. Of course now I'll have to continue the series

I have been looking forward to reading the newest spinoff series from The Vampire Knitting Club by Nancy Warren. I've loved all of her books. This new series follows Lucy's friend Jennifer as she starts a knitting shop at a new location. There are some old friends and new characters. I have to admit though this one didn't quite draw me in yet as much as other books by author. It was a nice relaxing read though.

Where are my fellow book sample hoarders? Would anyone want to join in a new challenge? I want to start it for myself at least to finally go through some of them. How many do you have currently?

There is always wisdom to be learned from our pets and animals in general. ❤️
The series isn't available to be tagged yet but the quote is from

Broken Bones and Botany (Midlife Medicine #3) by Amorette Anderson

I'm really loving the Library Witch Mystery series by Elle Adams lately. It follows Rory as her whole life changes when vampires show up to take her dad's journal after his death. She learns that she has some interesting witchy aunts that own a magical library in a magical town. If you liked the Vampire Knitting Club by Nancy Warren I recommend giving this series a try. Also if you are into audiobooks these are read by Hollis McCarthy.

Part Two of my reads for August. Of course I loved Blaze of Fury by Annabel Chase. I can't wait to read the final book soon. My next favorite was A Mile In My Flip-Flops by Melody Carlson

Part One of my books read in August. I had a pretty good month of reading. My favorite of this part was Luck of the Iris by Nancy Warren.

I started this graphic novel version of Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children last night. I never considered checking Prime and Kindle Unlimited before for graphic novels until last night. I was excited there were several that's been on my TBR list.

Well looks like it's a good day to stay inside in the AC and read. Definitely not going outside to melt

I couldn't tag the actual book since it wasn't in the database. I enjoyed book 2 of the Midlife Medicine paranormal cozy mystery series by Amorette Anderson. Admittedly I've picked it up and restarted several times but finally got into it this week. My favorite part is that her companion is a pitbull named Lucky who she can speak to psychically since moving to the magical town of Covenstead. So this quote from the dog made me laugh.

Today I've been reading:
Secret Lives (Secret McQueen #9) by Sierra Dean
Surgery and Spells (Midlife Medicine #2) by Amorette Anderson

Also thought I'd show off a pic of Chase. He's grown quite a lot in 2 months. Also he is obsessed with this barrel lol

#dogsoflitsy

I loved the 2nd book of the Spice Isle Bakery Mystery series just as much as the 1st. I love the family dynamic and all of their customers. Though my favorite is the grandma. She just sits up front crocheting and gossiping with her customers. The Murray family is once again faced with another murder too close to home. This time though it's the mom the community is suspicious of. I love that the family pulls together to figure it out

Such a sweet story! I loved the family of women that it follows. The sisters and their cousin are the 4th generation to own the best Doughnut Shop in their small town Devine, Texas. The story shows just how strong love between family and those you choose to become family can be.

I'm not really into keeping physical books after I read them anymore. I don't really reread so I'd rather it find a new home to be enjoyed. Unless it was a gift, special or something I will reference back to. So my dream library would be full of very comfy spots to read with plenty of cozy blankets and pillows. Also a stash of snacks/drink. Speakers that I could listen to an audiobook.
#sundayfunday @ozma.of.oz

Has anyone read any books by Sierra Dean? I randomly stumbled upon Bayou Blues book 1 of the Genie McQueen series. I enjoyed it but then realized the Secret McQueen series comes first. I didn't quite like it as much as Genie's yet but I'm hoping the 2nd book gets better.

He's grown so much in the 6 weeks since I adopted him. He's definitely enjoying the good life. Anyways I spent my day listening to Black Magic Bayou by Sierra Dean. As well as catching up on some Litsy Love letters.

#LitsyLove #dogsoflitsy

It's been a week with my new fella Chase. As you can see he's made himself comfy quickly. Everyone else is adjusting now. Fancy is fine but has been a but rough with Ruby. It's getting much smoother now though. Plus side is more audiobook time while walking him. I've been reading the Southern Relics Cozy Mystery series by Bella Falls

#dogsoflitsy

Well it was just way too quiet here with my boy gone. I adopted this guy and was able to bring him home this afternoon. Meet Chase the 5 month old Great Dane mix. He's a big boy already. It's been a long afternoon for him as you can tell. #dogsoflitsy

Not book related except he was always in the background while I read. My dog Harley passed away today. 13 years was a good long life and it was a good one with him. I will miss him so much.

#dogsoflitsy

Unfortunately I just didn't enjoy this one very much. I liked the idea of the main character making magical toys for the children though.

I was pleasantly surprised with In The After. I had never heard of it but enjoyed it. Or at least I did after getting used to Amy's alternating timelines. It's written in a quite chaotic way but I think it worked out for this dystopian "alien" invasion story.

Spending my evening listening to In The After by Demitria Lunetta and diamond painting

#litsycrafters @Catsandbooks

Small haul from the town's yearly library book sale. I've never heard of either but they sounded interesting

The best way to spend the weekend

#litsycrafters #dogsoflitsy

Yall. I've been listening to The Luminous Dead lately. I thought parts of the story kept sounding like a repeat and that was odd. Though I assumed maybe it was to add to the creepy kind of chaotic vibe. Nope I realized that somehow the same section was repeating. I don't even want to admit how long that took me to figure out 🤣 I guess that's my sign to put the book down and sleep

The cover and blurb drew my attention. However I just wasn't able to really get into the story or connect with the characters. So I decided to bail. It reminded me a lot of The Other Side of Midnight by Simone St James.

"I‘ve been learning recently that hiding from life to avoid getting hurt again doesn‘t work. It just… gets you stuck in the hurt, until you stop believing anything good can happen."

I meant to share this a few days ago. I started reading Nettle & Bone for the #WhimsicalReads bookclub pick this month. It's pretty good so far! The audiobook version was interesting while I brushed Fancy out and trimmed her feet. She decided to roll in the burs in the yard. 🤦‍♀️ She knows how to work the cute face though. #dogsoflitsy

#WhimsicalReads @KateReadsYA

"Where's the nearest convent or boot camp?" Grace Dalton stormed into the kitchen of The Devine Doughnut Shop that friday morning. "This daughter of mine needs to spend some time in whichever one that will take her."

#FirstLineFridays @ShyBookOwl

Listening to this one while having my infusion. It takes 3 hours so I have plenty of reading time.

I meant to pick a book that was really different than the cozy paranormal mysteries I've been mostly reading lately. However then I saw this on goodreads. It's good so far but I hope there are more scenes at the family's former familiars rescue sanctuary.

Here's my part two of the books I read in January 💕

Finally put together the books I read in January. This is part 1. I think this is the most I've read in a month. I loved most of them especially the Federal Bureau of Magic series by Annabel Chase.

I didn't realize that the narrator of The Dresden Giles was James Marsters! He has nice voice to listen too. I'm not sure that I will like the books but giving it a shot since it's been on my TBR forever. There was a prompt in a challenge for a male author so i picked it. Anybody a fan of the series?

I'm a little bummed to be reading book 12 from the Federal Bureau of Magic series by Annabel Chase. I've devoured the series this month. I am happy that two more are being released this year though. I've enjoyed the characters and their world. Between getting sick after Christmas and other stuff I've had a lot of reading time so far. I love cozy paranormal mysteries.

I came across this book today and it's cute so far. It's set in a bakery run by a witch and a siren in a small town filled with paranormals.

It's only January 11th and I've already been quite busy reading. Though half of it is the Federal Bureau of Magic series by Annabel Chase that I've been enjoying. I'm on book 5 now.

1. Growing up my family did after our big dinner and presents Christmas Day. That's when my mom had time while she was off work. Usually once we finish our festivities for the day we are all just done with Christmas stuff. I'm still that way but I waited until next day

2. Either! I love the rain though as long as it's not a severe storm. I enjoyed reading when we visited Colorado in the snow though years ago

#Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView

Here's how my A to Z Challenge 2022 for a fb group went. I did pretty good I think. Maybe this year I'll get all of them. It's all different books on each list.

My current view. I've been reading Gray Witch while enjoying the cool rainy day. I have to admit though I'm a bit jealous of all the places that have such pretty landscapes during the fall and winter especially colorful changing leaves. Here it mostly just looks like dead sticks when all the leaves fall.

It was a busy year of reading for me. This is the most I've read in a very long time. My original goal was 50. The majority of them were really good reads. I can't wait to get into more great books for 2023!

I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend whether you celebrate or not. I didn't get anything bookish specifically but this new pillow is so comfy to prop up with!bAlso excited for the puzzle it looks like my dog and then Fancy matches the cute cup. Then beside her is her Christmas present a new fleece tug rope that I make them. She also got a big bunny stuffed animal that's bigger than her.

I've really been enjoying this audiobook so far! Perfect story to listen along while crocheting.

#LitsyCrafters

I can't believe it's already Christmas Eve! I finally got a picture with all of my dogs in it even if it was chaotic. I hope everyone has a great weekend and Merry Christmas 🎄☃️ Stay warm

#HolidayFriends

I've spent my evening listening to Twenty-One Nights in Paris and wrapping presents

Spending my evening writing some letters and cards to some #LitsyLove friends. I'm finally ready to get back to writing. So reaching out to more that I haven't chatted with yet. ❤️ I've also been listening to Dear Mrs. Bird

I thought I'd read a bunch of festive reads this month but just haven't been in the mood for them. One is a pandemic story from the viewpoint of teenagers left behind. Next is a wilderness survival story. Then the last follows a lady who becomes an advice columnist during World War 2.

1. At The End of Everything by Marieke Nijkamp
2. Be Not Far From Me by Mindy McGinnis
3. Dear Mrs. Bird by AJ Pearce

1. Just relax and watch Christmas movies. Oh and usually last minute wrapping. I'm a procrastinator.
2. We started having Mexican food usually because everyone is tired of "holiday foods". I don't like holiday foods anyway so I loved the change.

#WondrousWednesday @eggs

1. My mom's homemade Hot Cocoa with marshmallows in my favorite Golden Girls Christmas mug
2. Jingle Bell Rock

#Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView