Didn‘t make my 52 books this year but still did pretty good! We had lots guest this year which was completely worth reading less.

I couldn‘t put it down! It was recommended by another host of Book Interrupted as my next book series obsession and this one completely delivered. The romance was everything I‘m looking for. It was steamy, but it built to it so that me as the reader was also ready for the tension to break. I don‘t want to spoil any of it, but the ending was a complete surprise and I can‘t wait for the next one. Thankfully my hold is available soon at the library!

This book is slow to build. While reading it you know from the famous painting that Griet will be the subject of a painting. It‘s a cometary on woman of her time. Griet doesn‘t have much choices, she could have been a great artist herself I think. I think the ending was perfection; she has given herself something just for her. I feel everyone in this story was using her and wonder what her life would have been in another time. Excellent book.

So this was so unexpected. The ending of the first tale shocked me and I wasn‘t prepared for it. This elderly woman really is up to no good. I‘m not actually sure how I feel about it. It‘s definitely dark but I‘m not sure if it‘s dark humor or just dark. But I was hooked on reading the next story and wouldn‘t mind revisiting Maud. It‘s a short book, so give it a try and see what you make of it.

This was cute. I never read any of the other books in the series and I feel if I had maybe I would have enjoyed it more. It‘s an obvious storyline, but a cheerful one. Nice, light Christmas read.

I can‘t believe I didn‘t read this before now. Virginia is magnificent. I heard that this was one of the first true feminist essays and it was awesome. She was witty and powerful. I loved the slightly sarcastic tone but also the way she demonstrated how the patriarchy has challenged and molded woman and our expression. The historical comparisons of woman in the arts with dogs is infuriating. A must read for anyone who calls themselves a feminist.

Brilliant! I wasn‘t expecting this book at all. I thought it would just be hilarious, but it made me love Miranda even more! It really spoke to me because I have just authored a workbook for awakening your wild woman and the language Miranda uses really aligned with me. The way she spoke and wrote felt like an intimate conversation with a close friend. It was helpful, comforting and hilarious. Thank you Miranda! I will gallop with you anywhere 💕

The 3rd book felt like a good completion of the series. The 1st was still my favourite and at times I was bored by the repetition, but also understood the necessity because all the books are in essence puzzles. This book is leading up to Avery‘s 18 birthday and her year of waiting for her inheritance. I enjoyed the last 1/4 of the book best: it was a fantastic ending. All the loveable characters are back and some shady ones introduced. So,read it.

At first I thought this book was going to be very depressing and sad, but it ends up being the opposite. It‘s inspiring and makes you think and feel and ponder. In addition to those things it has a great storyline and interesting characters with great dialogue. By the end of the book all the characters are beloved. I highly recommend giving this book a read. No spoilers, you just need to read it.

This book had a slow start for me. The first 1/3 of the book was fine, but I could take it or leave it. However, just wait because then it starts to get really funny. Laugh out loud funny. It‘s written like a bunch of short stories about Dawn‘s life. She gives you a clear idea of her character throughout the book so the traumatic events that happen end up making you laugh. She just has a hilarious way of looking at her life. I‘d recommend!

I liked the concept of this book a lot more than how it was executed. I think I was hoping Emily would end up spending some real time in Mr.Darcy‘s world, but at the same time I did like how the author pointed out how us modern girls might not actually want a real Mr.Darcy. I also loved the older women side characters. I would have loved to be on that tour with them. All-in-all it was an enjoyable, light, fluffy Pride and Prejudice focused book

I decided to read this one in the series because another reviewer said the third one is her favourite. It was a light enjoyable read. It was nice to see a romance where the woman love interest is older and it doesn‘t seem to be an issue with the younger guy. I always enjoyed Mitch‘s character in the other books so he was a lovable hero. Cute story, I still think the first was my favourite. But cute nevertheless.

I can‘t believe it took me so long to read this! I absolutely loved that it was written as if it was a discovered Jane Austen manuscript. It was so believable. The author did an excellent job writing in the same style as Jane Austen. The mystery was really good as well. Also, she added a bunch of historical information from Jane Austen‘s life. And the foot notes were excellent as well. Loved it!

This was a cute continuation of the 1st book and I liked Stacey‘s character and the romance between her and Daniel. I only gave it a 3 star verses the first book because I think I am more draw to that trope then “wrong guy first” or Cyrano situation. It was obvious what was happening which made it a light fun romance.

So, this novella wasn‘t what I expected at all. You think it will be a quick read but this one isn‘t a page turner. You read a little and put it down. And so many themes to contemplate. It‘s about mermaids born from the pregnant slave mothers thrown overboard, but the book is really about holding memories and responsibility to community. This is a good one for a book club but read not listen. 2 of the podcast members didn‘t like the audio book. ⬇️

I loved this installment of the hunger games. I read it in a couple of days. Also to learn the back story of Haymitch. It was also incredibly sad, but understandable after what we saw in the 1st book.
I liked how it tied together future and past books and gave insight into future relationships in Catching Fire. I think I might of enjoyed this book the most. Definitely a worthy read if you‘re a Hunger Games fan.

I enjoyed revising Annie and Frances in this sequel. This is a solid mystery series and glad there is another instalment. I especially enjoy how it goes back and forth from the past with Frances to the future with Annie. Also, how Annie is concerned that she might turn into Frances. I adored how much character development Archie got, he has become a cherished character for me. I want to see Rowan become a proper romance. Maybe in the third one?

I really liked this book and the atmosphere of the renaissance faire. The romance was cute, the characters storyline was nicely developed. You liked the side characters as well (set up for book 2). The sexy scene was more detailed and explicit than I was expecting based on the tone of the book, so be ready for that. Also, the lead male character who was uptight playing a sexy pirate at the faire was fun! Already put on hold the next in the series.

This book was a difficult read for me. Being a mother of biracial children and Canadian it felt to close to home. It‘s a very emotional book and took me to dark places as I related to Evelyn (the mother character). It‘s a multigenerational book and was an excellent read, but emotionally difficult book as well. I went back and forth between the book and the audiobook to finish reading it. Listen to what the others on the Podcast thought here ⬇️

This is a reread for me. I have read the entire series and hope that there will be more to come as promised. I read this again as a refresher because I was joining my mother‘s book club for this read. Plus, my mother and I planned on watching the movie together, which we did. I loved the casting and the movie was good, but warning to readers, they changed quite a bit of it. So there was some disappointing parts, especially for some characters.

This is one of the only books I reread. It‘s comforting for me and I needed it this summer. It‘s exactly what I needed. Thank you Jane Austen. PS. Sometimes I settle with watching the BBC P&P too.

I‘m really enjoying this series. This is a perfect continuation of the first book and I have already put a hold on The Accomplice to the Villain. It does come out until next month, but I‘m ready to read on. This one doesn‘t have such an erupt cliffhanger but there is still plenty of story left to complete storyline and quest. There were twist, love, magic and a whole bunch of character development of the side characters. I continue to recommend.

I was completely engaged the entire book. It was fast paced and action packed. It was a little bit mystery, little bit romance and little bit magic/fantasy all in one. I liked how the author added the office environment to this fantasy book. It was a new take that I throughly enjoyed. It was filled with dark humour, but also was a cute book. Which seems odd being so dark and “evil”. There‘s a cliff hanger, so starting the next one right away 😅

This was a quick read and the story flowed nicely. The storyline is great once you get into it. Eric and his mother Abby get caught in the Ukraine war with a newborn. I was invested in the characters and always felt like reading one more chapter. It wasn‘t a 5⭐️ for me because it did feel at times like it could have used an extra edit by the editor. There were some unnecessary parts, and some more details that could have been added that weren‘t.

I‘m enjoying this YA series. Avery and the Hawthorne brothers are interesting characters. I love that the puzzles continue as the story evolves. No spoilers but I think Avery made the right choice for her love life. Max was more prominent in this book, which added to the story. She is a funny character. I like the messaging of this book concerning Avery‘s wealth. There were many questions from the last book answered and clearly more to come.

I have mixed reviews about this book. There were laugh-out-loud moments that were hilarious and it was the awkward kind of humour I love, but then other stories were just awkward and weird. During those I was just trying to get through the story. The drawings were amazing and I liked the graphic novel format that had more text and story, but the stories that didn‘t land with me made it difficult for me to give this anything but a so-so.

I love any Jane Austen spin-off, so this modern version was enjoyable. The author stuck with the same storyline but modernized it. He made Bingley a doctor and a reality TV star and I thought that Jane being a Yoga instructor was perfect. Darcy and Elizabeth‘s chemistry was good and sexy. My only criticism is, it attempted to add any prejudices the author could think of in the modern world. It did modernize it, but it felt forced in my opinion.

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This was an excellent modern version of Sense and Sensibility. I completely enjoyed it, especially being a Jane Austen lover. The author managed to tell the same story but with social, environmental and technological upgrades. It was a very enjoyable read and I recommend it to any Austen lover who likes a spin off or retelling.

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I loved the concept of a complete stranger winning billions out of the blue, especially one that was down on her luck. The character development is excellent and I truly cared for Avery, Libby and the Hawthorn brothers. It also displayed conflict between all the teenage dynamics realistically. Plus, how this situation would affect people close to Avery, like Libby and Max. Overall, it was fast paced and I couldn‘t put it down…ready for the 2nd one

I didn‘t know much about the Vietnam war and this was very educational. Plus, the character development was exceptional. I was very invested in Frankie and her friendships. The reality that women veterans had to face after the war is infuriating and heartbreaking. It also had a very satisfying ending, but I felt the beginning was too long and the ending too rushed. The main character finally finds her place and it was completely rushed through.

This is “the book” for anyone who likes Greek Mythology. At first it was a little overwhelming with the sheer amount of myths being told, but soon you get used to the rhythm of one coming directly after another. I absolutely loved Stephen Fry‘s author/written voice. He was witty and charming as he added his commentary to the myths. I already have the next book detailing the hero‘s! Can‘t wait.

It had it all and was a nice escape. I loved Miles character. Plus, it was an interesting set up. They‘re the ex‘s that got left and ended up roommates by circumstance only. I liked how Daphne had a false impression of who Miles was before she gave him a chance. The underline message was good. Be in relationships as yourself, not the person you need to be so you‘re chosen. You‘re worthy just as you are and those that can see that will choose you.

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I love Mandy and while reading you can feel her loving energy! It‘s a teaching memoir; she shares moments from her life and from clients she‘d helped. There are reflection questions and summaries. It‘s an excellent book for anyone that wants to start the journey of changing their lives, but also an amazing reminder to anyone who wants to dive deeper into their authentic selves. She reminds us that we all are light and we can always choose light.

This was fun! I‘d say this was even more risqué than Bridgerton, but it also had Jane Austen all over it. Georgina was friend-less in the beginning. I loved Georgina‘s character, she was smart and funny. By the end you see all the places she went wrong with her character, but it‘s satisfactory by the end. The love interest was perfect. My type ? and his father was adorable. Plus, all the B storylines were intriguing. Perfect for a summer read!

I didn‘t actually know about Achilles story other than his heel, which wasn‘t mentioned. Would he really be killed by a spear in the heel?? I liked that the story was narrated by Patroclus rather than Achilles. It created more of what others saw: the hero. My favourite part was with Chiron and how he was immune to Thetis motherly wrath, which it seemed as though he was the only one. I cried at the end, the last sentence was perfection.

It took me a while to find this because it doesn‘t come up as “The Women” or under the author. Hopefully the admin will change the name? I put a request to add it.

I had to finish this before the end of the read along. Sorry! So, this is set in the time when I was young, which brought so much nostalgia. There are walk-mans, mixed tapes and phone calls. Eleanor‘s life is sad and filled with traumatic experiences, but Park sees her and ends up being a safe place for her. It‘s a really cute love story, but also incredibly sad. This isn‘t an escape for sure, but I really enjoyed it. I loved Eleanor and Park 💕

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I absolutely LOVED this book and I completely devoured it. I want to be Harriet when I grow up. I love her knowledge of plants, her free and confident power. The beginning is about the frustrations of women and by the end the justice is sweet. The thriller part comes in the 2nd half. I don‘t want to add spoilers because there would be many, but the witchy feel, the perimenopausal reframe of empowerment made this my favourite book of the year!

This book took me so long to get through. I read the first bit, desert woman so quickly and related to her, but soon realized I‘ve experienced each of the wild woman archetypes in different times in my life. I also read the end quickly and I think that‘s because I‘ve gone through a full cycle. There is a lot of reflection and tools in this book, but it can feel very repetitive. I was ready for the next wild woman before each chapter closed.

This isn‘t a genre I usually read, but I recommend it. It was very fast paced and suspenseful. The leader of a gang is Lola, but everyone thinks it‘s her boyfriend. Until she needs to prove herself to the Cartel and then Lola is thrown into a territory war. The author softens these hard characters and made them well rounded with B storylines. This is a violent book, but there are many themes in this book for a book club, so great pick for that!

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I picked up this book for a Litsy read along and it was so good I couldn‘t just read 2 chapters a day. I now know why Romantasy is such a popular new genre. It‘s romance with a thrilling, action packed B-storyline. This story felt like a beauty and the beast spin off, which made me enjoy it more. It also had a little Psyche trials of proving her love of Eros to Aphrodite spin too. I love that particular Greek myth. So, all in all I‘d recommend it!