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Friday Reading MadnessDecember 14, 2007Another busy week here. Monday was news and kudos, Tuesday was giving books for Christmas, Wednesday had the WW ladie's friends with book blurbs and yesterday we strung lights on the Christmas tree. Now today I get to tell you what I was doing in my spare time this week...reading, of course.  First up is Hot by Julia Harper. Turner Hastings is working a Saturday shift at the bank when 2 inept robbers hold the place up. This is the opportunity she needs to right a wrong from 4 years ago. So, she takes papers that will prove her uncle innocent of embezzelment, but now is on the lam herself. Enter Special Agent John MacKinnon of the FBI who feels the woman is the mastermind of the robbery gang. There were several things that made this book a definite re-read for me. First, the development of the relationship between the characters without them even meeting in person. Their entire communication was done by cell phone and we still manage to learn so much about them. The second hook was the setting of the book. Yes, it was Wisconsin. I live in a small town in Wisconsin and Julia was dead on with her descriptions of the police and politicians, as well as dynamics of small town living. The final straw was mentioning Ned Yost (manager of the Milwaukee Brewers...but you knew that already) in the first chapter. Hooked me and didn't let go. This is a delightful, entertaining romp through the Badger State (remember this, you'll need it in the book) with characters you won't soon forget.  Next up was The Perils of Pleasure by Julie Anne Long. This historical romance has Colin Eversea, rich, rogue extraordinaire, on his way to the gallows for murder. Madeline Greenway is the unconventional mercenary who plans the daring escape of the infamous murderer. It doesn't take long for them to realize that someone wants Madeline dead, but Colin alive. Joining forces seems a fate worse than death, but it is the only way for these two to solve the crime. This is a whodunit that would make Agatha Christie proud. The plot twists and turns and characters never seem to be who or what they say they are. The dialog between Madeline and Colin is delightful . It's amazing to watch them grow to trust by just observing one another. In this book, there are times the characters actions definitely speak louder than words. Anyway, great story that keep me reading well into the night and I look forward to many more of Julie's books. Two great book covers. I love them both, but for different reasons. These covers let the reader know what kind of books they will be reading. I like it when they stay true to the story. I read one more book, but I'm saving it for next week. Here's your chance to let everyone know who/what you're reading. Bottom Line: Have you been studying your sex myths from yesterday's blog? Possible pop quiz next week, be prepared. Posted by Barbara Vey on December 14, 2007 | Comments (12)
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Deborah Macgillivray commented: well, I just was reading Dawn Thompson's The Ravening. Romantic Times gave it 4.5 stars (they don't give out 5s) and it was a TOP PICK for Jan 2008. It's a sensual, dark historical vampire story, the third in the Blood Moon series. This year Thompson saw the release of Blood Moon, The Brotherhood, Lord of the Deep, and two books under the name Dawn MacTavish - The Marsh Hawk and the Privateer. An amazing writer, but The Ravening possibly is her best book to date.
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Christy commented: I've been reading on Gaelen Foley's Her Only Desire this week and I should finish it tomorrow since I don't have to work! Then I'm going to start on Paula Quinn's Laird of the Mist - especially since I just got in 8 copies of it!!! Love, love, love this book so when I find books that I just LOVE, I want to share them with everyone else, which is why 7 wonderful ladies will be receiving PQ's newest for Christmas!!!! Happy Reading!
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Christy commented: Oh, and Barb, did Ned Yost really find himself in a romance book??? LOL, that is so funny!!! I got to meet him several times when he was a coach for the Braves. I miss the coaching staff from the 90's.....
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Marilyn AKA The Playground Monitor commented: I'm still reading Christmas romances. I have a couple more in the pile and it keeps me from turning into the Grinch (well that and Mr. Christmas Lights from yesterday). I'll have to dig into the TBR mountain and see what's there after I finish the holiday books.
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Shari Anton commented: I just finished Allison Brennan's Speak No Evil, so now I have to get the other two in the series :). Up next is Linda Lael Miller's McKettrick's Luck.
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Clea Simon commented: I'm reading Karen Olson's "Dead of the Day," a very funny fast-paced mystery with a heroine who has two very attractive exes, both trying to get her attention...
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Stephanie commented: I love reading books about places I know and picturing the action there. Hot's on my list, but yum, the cover of Perils of Pleasure rings my bell. I'm reading Holidays are Hell to get me into the Christmas spirit.
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Amanda commented: I just finished A Visit from Sir Nicholas by Victoria Alexander. I like to read Christmas books this time of year.
December 14, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness LAUREL BRADLEY commented: I'm reading Sue-Ellen Welfonder's Bride for a Knight AND Fannie Flagg's A Redbird Christmas.
December 17, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Jacquie Rogers commented: I have a bad cold so my reading has slowed considerably (along with everything else). I'll finish Riding the Thunder by Deborah Macgillivray in the next few days. I just finished Introducing Sonika by Eilis Flynn. I highly recommend this book to anyone who would like to read a romance that's a little bit different. Sonika is a superheroine, written in the spirit of comic book superheroes. As a matter of fact, Eilis Flynn started out writing for comics, so she has a solid understanding of this genre. Introducing Sonika was packed full of adventure, action, drama, and romance.
December 18, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness Edie Ramer commented: I read Superromance author Amy Knupp's Doctor in Her House. She's an excellent writer! I also read Meg Cabot's Every Boy's Got One. Very fun book.
December 21, 2007
In response to: Friday Reading Madness violet s commented: Thanks Barbara--can't wait to pick up "Hot" by Julia Harper! I am best friends with my neighborhood librarian, thanks to your great suggestions! Can't thank you enough--especially when we are marooned inside due to snow & cold!
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