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joellenotjello

Joined December 2018

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Something in the Water: A Novel | Catherine Steadman
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Started with a bang! Just became less and less believeable and interesting to me. Maybe I wasn't in the right mood to read it but I just kinda felt like a chore to finish.

Bklover I tried this one twice and have bailed both times. 5y
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The Other Woman | Sandie Jones
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Listening to this... Wasn't sure in the beginning, but I'm very intrigued...

SilversReviews It‘s good...ENJOY!! 5y
joellenotjello @SilversReviews I feel like it's one I'll finish today! 5y
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Nine Perfect Strangers | Liane Moriarty
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I've heard this isn't the greatest of her novels. I find myself interested enough to keep going, but don't know if I'm loving it.

What are your thoughts on this one?

Jee_HookedOnBookz This book just wasn't for me 😔 5y
Pamwurtzler It was good, but you‘re right, not the best. 5y
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Dear Evan Hansen | Steven Levenson
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25% off...i mean I said I wouldn't buy any more books this year, but... How could I resist 😂📚

BarbaraBB And it‘s January 11 already 😂😉 5y
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Waiting for my car to be serviced, reading A Simple Favor. Kinda weird, but its definitely intriguing.

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Guys, I'm going to have to put this one down for a bit and maybe come back to it... I just don't think I'm in the mood for it. 🤷‍♀️

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Seriously I'm Kidding | Ellen DeGeneres
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I just love Ellen so much. This is a funny quick read/listen to. Quirky, sarcastic, makes you laugh out loud. It's not a tell all memoir or anything like that, simply some interesting thoughts and ideas.

Definitely exactly what I needed for a light, funny, uplifting read. I would recommend for sure. 😊

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Why I've been trying to read like a maniac. Listening to one on Audible and when I can sit and focus then I pick up my physical copy! I don't know if I'll make it, but I'm going to keep trying!

robinb Keep going...you can do it! 👍👏👏👏 5y
BridgetteM You‘ve got this! 5y
joellenotjello @robinb thank you!!! 😊👌💕 5y
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joellenotjello @BridgetteM yay! Thanks for the motivation!!! 5y
hes7 You can do it!! 5y
joellenotjello @hes7 💕💕💕 5y
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Seriously I'm Kidding | Ellen DeGeneres
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So many lols.

Laura317 I love Ellen! 5y
joellenotjello @Laura317 she is one of the best! 5y
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Love Actually meets Bridget Jone's Diary meets rated R Hallmark movie.

It was definitely a light hearted cheesy romance that I happily indulged.

Was it the absolute best love story, no. Did I care who ended up with who, not really. I didn't understand "why" for a bit or feel the desire for certain people to end up with each other... Trying not to spoil lol.

But none the less, it was good. ?

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This book was heaaaavvvvy. Not for the weak of heart. It is a raw, unpretty look into the life of a drug addict. I often felt extremely uncomfortable while reading, but yet felt motivated to finish. I felt it was important for me to dive into this book because I've never understood how deep and troubling drug addiction can be. I admire the bravery and courage Nic Sheff displayed in writing this memoir.

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Wow, what a beautiful story. I read it with my kids. They were pretty into it, though it is quite long for a 4&6 year old to sit and listen to....especially when they're waiting for their dessert.

StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego Welcome to Litsy 📖💙 5y
joellenotjello @StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego thank you so much! Based on your username have you seen there is a new Carmen San Diego cartoon coming out? 5y
StillLookingForCarmenSanDiego @joellenotjello not yet! There's a movie coming out too! So excited. 💕🌏 5y
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The Wonky Donkey | Craig Smith, Katz Cowley
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Picked this up for my kids to open on Christmas Eve. We usually do two books before bed time on Dec 24th. I got them Mr. Tiger Goes Wild & this one!

Have you read it before? If you have kids this one is a must. It's hilarious.

Avanders I think I like it more than my son.... 😆 5y
Bklover Make sure you check out the YouTube video - look for Wonkey Donkey Scottish Grandma video. It‘s hilarious! 5y
Bklover Oh, and welcome to Litsy! 5y
joellenotjello @Bklover lol that's what made me want it. I'm half Scots so it was just a perfect vid for me lol. 5y
joellenotjello @Avanders lol oh man I feel like I will too. 5y
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Laughed out loud when I read this quote today. 😂 #icanrelate

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In Pieces | Sally Field
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I like Sally Field in many of her roles. I was excited to learn more about her and hear about her experience in many of the films I love. Sadly for me, it had a very negative energy. I commend her for sharing her story, I love a good memoir, but I don't think this is one I'd recommend to many. If you're a die hard Sally Field fan then go for it. If you grew up loving Gidget and The Flying Nun, proceed with caution.

Jess7 I‘m listening to this one right now and I‘m finding it to be boring and depressing. 5y
joellenotjello @Jess7 yes, unfortunately it doesn't get much better, imo at least. 5y
Jess7 I think it‘s going to be a DNF for me. I‘m just not in the mood. Thanks! 5y
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Farenheit 451 | Ray Bradbury, Cid Knipel
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#Goodreads 100 Books You Should Read in a Lifetime.

The highlighted ones are the ones I haven't read yet! I'll be starting with Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury.

CoffeeNBooks Welcome to Litsy! 📚 5y
Lel2403 Welcome to Litsy 📖 5y
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Nine Perfect Strangers | Liane Moriarty
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This is going to be one of the books I read in January! Have you read it yet? #2019OnlineBookclub

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We love our #locallibrary so much. We go each Wednesday and try to read at least two books a day! We've been doing a holiday/winter theme this month. What are your favorite #holidaystories ?

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In Pieces | Sally Field
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Started this today. I love the delicious word choices she uses!!!

Megabooks I really want to read this! Welcome to Litsy! 👋🏻👋🏻 5y
joellenotjello @Megabooks thank you!!! And it's good so far, but incredibly heartbreaking. 5y
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The Wife Between Us | Sarah Pekkanen, Greer Hendricks
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Meh. Held my interest, but wish I didn't listen to all the hype. I felt like my expectations were too high going into it. Also I listened to it on Audible, and hated how the female narrator tried to do a man's voice. Like I said, it held my interest, but found it pretty unrealistic and a little juvenile.

SilversReviews Their second book is better. This one was confusing. 5y
joellenotjello @SilversReviews that's good to know 5y
Coffee_house_booknook I actually bought this awhile ago and I‘m excited to read it this coming year! 5y
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Hidden Bodies | Caroline Kepnes
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Book to help me reach my 2018 goal. Have you read any of these?

Megabooks I read Hidden Bodies, but it wasn‘t as good as You. 5y
emtobiasz I liked The Bear and the Nightingale, but it reads more like historical fiction than fantasy. May or may not be a selling point! 5y
joellenotjello @Megabooks oh no!!! I read through YOU in a day and a half, but I didn't love a lot of the sex in it. Does Hidden Bodies have a lot of sex scenes? 5y
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joellenotjello @emtobiasz that's good to know! Thank you 😊👌 5y
Megabooks @joellenotjello I think it does. Joe has a girlfriend in Hidden Bodies, so I believe I remember some sex scenes. 5y
joellenotjello @Megabooks oh right. I remember reading the synopsis now. Some scenes are okay, I just found YOU was aaaaaa looooooot, too many. For my liking anyway. 5y
Coffee_house_booknook I‘m reading hidden bodies now! Really enjoying it! 5y
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The Wife Between Us | Sarah Pekkanen, Greer Hendricks

So far, so good, but also kinda creepy and weird. Has a Gone Girl - ish feel to it.

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A Christmas Carol | Charles Dickens
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Wonderful classic. A story that has inspired so many and continues too. I loved finally reading such a highly acclaimed novel, and even though it was written by one of the greatest writers of all time, I couldn't stop picturing these beloved characters as the Mickey Mouse version I grew up watching each Christmas.

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Absolutely beautiful.

I love that it's a full circle story! The characters were immediately interesting to me. It played out like a drama, but with wonderful romance, heartbreak, crime! The writing was incredible.

I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading well written stories, that will keep you entertained. I also loved that I wasn't left wanting more from the story or characters! It was such a satisfying read.

RaimeyGallant Nice review! And welcome to Litsy! #LitsyWelcomeWagon Some of us put together Litsy tips to help new Littens navigate the site. It's the link in my bio on my page in case you need it. Or if you prefer how-to videos, @chelleo put some together at the link in her bio. @LitsyWelcomeWagon 5y
Chelleo Welcome 5y
joellenotjello @Chelleo thank you!! 5y
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joellenotjello @RaimeyGallant lovely! Thank you. 5y
JennyM Such a great book. And welcome...hope you enjoy it here. Prepare for your TBR to explode! 😊 5y
the.bookish.valkyrie Welcome to Litsy!🎉📚💕 5y
joellenotjello @JennyM lol! Thank you, and I can't wait! 5y
Libby1 Welcome to Litsy! ❤️📚❤️ 5y
joellenotjello @Libby1 thank you so much! 5y
DebReads4fun Welcome to Litsy! 5y
Eggs Welcome to Litsy 😊⛄️👋🏻 5y
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bookcollecter Welcome to Litsy😀 5y
joellenotjello @Eggs thank ya! 5y
joellenotjello @bookcollecter thank you so much! 5y
joellenotjello @BridgetteM 😁 thank you 5y
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