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Your Turn FridayFebruary 27, 2009 This was a very good week for me as far as reading goes. Each book I read took me only one day. Thankfully I don't watch a lot of tv, was satisfied with cereal and left overs and did the laundry a few days ago. Turning off the phone helped. First up was Vexing the Viscount by Emily Bryan. Daisy Drake was childhood friends with Lucien Beaumont, Viscount Rutland, but because of a family disagreement, hasn't seen him (or heard his incredible Italian accent) in years. Daisy studies the writings of a courtesan to try to get Lucien to notice her, but he's more interested in rumored buried treasure on his estate. The money is much needed since his father seems to be going mad. I've called Emily the queen of the first lines because they always made me smile and I'm eager to see what will follow as the story unfolds. This book is no exception. "I wonder if that's life size?" Miss Daisy Drake murmured. Come on, don't you want to know what she's talking about? The adventure of a treasure hunt combined with the sensual teachings of a courtesan seen though innocent eyes, make this historical something to smile about.  Next was Dark of Night by Suzanne Brockmann. Troubleshooters, Inc. takes on the cases that the government can't handle, but now it's a dark government faction known as The Agency. James Nash worked black ops missions for them in the past and they tried to kill him, but Lawrence Decker hatches a plan to make The Agency think he's dead while trying to uncover the people behind the organization. This is very over simplifying the plot. Fans of the series will know all the characters (too many to mention here), but this is still a great book for the first time reader. Now I know there's been some rumblings because readers have expectations when they follow a series about who should end up with who, but I'm here to tell you that, in my opinion, Suzanne got it right. Everything in this nonstop action suspense moves with twists and turns, but all is explained and it makes sense that things couldn't have gone any other way (this is kind of hard to write without giving away spoilers). Just trust that Suzanne obviously knows her characters better than we do and enjoy the thrilling, emotional ride. I did. I've also got a couple of others books (and audios) going at the same time, so I'll finish those by next week. But what about you? What have you been reading lately. It is Your Turn Friday, so post your recommendations. Bottom Line: Today I'm also guest blogging at Petit Fours and Hot Tamales (don't you just love the name?). Stop by and say hi. Posted by Barbara Vey on February 27, 2009 | Comments (49)
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Jody Wallace commented: I just finished BEWARE OF DO(U)G by Elaine Fox and I loved it! It's got pet humor, person humor and a nice, light tone that never gets fluffy.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Jusy commented: I totally agree with you about what Suzanne Brockmann did in DARK OF NIGHT. It turned out right. My reading has slowed down because of work. I love Hannah Howell's Highland series and just finished HIGHLAND LOVER. I think I have two more from the library. Like you I'm in the midst of two other books. One on my eReader and the other is good old paper.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Jusy commented: Old I also squeezed in a second read of Sherrilyn Kenyon's DREAM WARRIOR. It deserved another read to see if I missed anything from the 1st read.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday mary s commented: Hello Barb--thanks for the "Dark of Night" review--this is a great series & I will be searching for this book!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Samantha Hensch commented: I've been getting into the two Highland series by Monica McCarty. Her character development is great, and the storylines are woven together very well. I've read three of them this week alone! :)
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Missy Taylor commented: Reading Yasmine Galenorn's Night Huntress. So far its great, a real page turner! It's the fifth installment in her Sister's of the Moon series, which is a great series that I recommend to anyone who loves the Urban Fantasy genre.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday CHRISTINE commented: I finished Lorna Barrett's second Booktown Mystery "Bookmarked for Death." I guess I really wasn't in the mood for this cozy because this time the characters fell in the too-stupid-to-live category.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday BETTY COX commented: Hi Barb. I'm a first time blogger here, but a long time lurker. Just have to tell you I really enjoy your book blurbs and especially the WW Ladies. Like you I've been averaging a book a day and have just finished some great arc's for review -- "Highland Scandal" by Julia London,"Summer on Blossom Street" by Debbie Macomber,"The Diary" by Eileen Goudge and "Homicide in Hardcover" by Kate Carlisle. All of these were simply great.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Debbie Kaufman commented: Hi Barbara:
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Debbie Kaufman commented: Hi Barbara:
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday CrystalGB commented: Hi Barbara. I really enjoyed Emily Bryan's Vexing The Viscount. Great heroine and hero. Lots of passion and adventure.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Phyllis Campbell commented: I'm reading Vexing The Viscount right now. OMG! This is one hot book! Emily Bryan knows how to pull the reader into her story and make us FEEL what her characters are feeling. When I grow up, I want to be a great writer like Emily!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday SCave commented: I have DARK OF NIGHT at the top of my TBR, and VEXING THE VISCOUNT on its way to me since I won in a contest. Both these writers are fabulous in their own special ways! I don't think readers can go wrong with either.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday kate garrabrant commented: Just finished So Enchanting by Connie Brockway. So glad she wrote a historical after years of contemp. This is one excellent book with witty banter.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday kate garrabrant commented: Just finished So Enchanting by Connie Brockway. So glad she wrote a historical after years of contemp. This is one excellent book with witty banter.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Rowena Cherry commented: Hi, Barbara,
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Lisa Wells commented: I loved Vexing the Viscount by Emily Bryan. She knows how to draw a reader in and keep them glued to the pages. I can't wait to read more of her books.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Lady Lauren commented: Yay! Vexing the Viscount is out!!! I can't wait to read it. Emily Bryan is great!!!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Bobbie at -Book Reviews By Bobbie- commented: Hi Barbara,
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Jessa Slade commented: Vexing is on my wish-list next time I 'accidentally' end up in a bookstore. I've been reading Wicked Lovely by Melissa Marr. It has scary faeries, a heroine trying to figure out which are the 'real rules' to live by, and great storytelling. And since I'm a little behind (Wicked Lovely came out in 2007) I already have the next book, Ink Exchange, ready to go. And it just happens to be the weekend (almost)!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Penney Wilfort commented: Hi Barbara, I finished reading Vexing the Viscount by Emily Bryan and I loved it, it's a very good book one of the best I have read in a long time.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Alana Abbott commented: My TBR pile is getting just ridiculous, and yet, I continue to add to it! I'm reading Anton Strout's DEADER STILL. The Emily Bryan book looks like a lot of fun. :)
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Alana Abbott commented: My TBR pile is getting just ridiculous, and yet, I continue to add to it! I'm reading Anton Strout's DEADER STILL. The Emily Bryan book looks like a lot of fun. :)
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Lori commented: you are *so* right, Emily Bryan is queen of the first lines. They always grab your right in and don't let go.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Edie Ramer commented: I read What I Did for Love by Susan Elizabeth Phillips. Her books are always great, and with this one, she's surpassed her greatness.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Rachel E. Moniz commented: Hi Barbara!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Rachel E. Moniz commented: Hi Barbara!
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday cheryl c. commented: I have read Vexing the Viscount and Pleasuring the Pirate by Emily Bryan, and I really enjoyed both of them.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Blythe Gifford commented: I just finished Deanna Raybourn's fabulous Silent in the Sanctuary---just in time for Silent on the Moor to be released. Sanctuary is perfect for a snowy winter night's read. It's a Victorian holiday Ten-Little-Indians mystery with an ongoing romance underneath. Sanctuary was on my TBR pile for months, but I'm glad I was so late in getting to it. That way, I could go right on to the next in the series.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Margaret Tanner commented: Hi Barbara,
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Heather Thompson commented: I am currently making my way through the "Dark Series" by Christine Feehan and am currently reading book 15 "Dark Secret". It's a really good series.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Elaine C. commented: Hi Barbara,
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Danielle Thorne commented: Vexing the Viscount sounds wonderful. I can't wait to pick up a copy.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Teddyree commented: Have not long finished Emily Bryan's Pleasuring the Pirate & Vexing the Viscount is on my wish list. I love following Emily's blog, she is just friendly, humble and down to earth.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Grace Fonseca commented: I'm reading The Sins of Lord Easterbrook, almost done with reading it. It's a superb piece of historical fiction. I've just started reading "As Shadows Fade" by Colleen Gleason, the fifth book in The Gardella Vampire Series and it's really good. Every book seems to be getting better.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Carol Luciano commented: I love Emily Bryan's writing. I have read Pleasuring The Pirate, Distracting the Duchess and am now waiting for a copy of Vexing the Viscount. I know this book will be as awesome as her first two were. Her writing style puts at the top to me.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Kimmyl commented: I just read Vexing the Viscount and it was one of the best books I have ever read. I love the way she put a mixture of Daisy being raised by pirates, a courtesan, a treasure hunt and a handsome viscount. I actually read this book in one night. I couldn't put it down. I recommend everyone to read this one.
February 27, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Scorp_grl2002@yahoo.com commented: This book i can tell you is great! *hehe* I've already read it, and must say i adore your witty and sometimes campy style : ) its fun but not without substance! Keep up the good work emily!
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Linda Banche commented: Today I'm heading out to buy my copy of Vexing the Viscount. I loved both Distracting the Duchess and Pleasuring the Priate. Keep up the good work, Emily.
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Joy Nash commented: I love Emily Bryan's writing! I've got Vexing the Viscount on my night table, taunting me as I feverishly work on my November Druids of Avalon book, Silver Silence. VTV is going to be my reward when I make my deadline! :-)
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Bonnie Vanak commented: Vexing the Viscount sounds terrific. Can't wait to read it after I get off deadline, too.
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Bonnie Vanak commented: Vexing the Viscount sounds terrific. Can't wait to read it after I get off deadline, too.
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Jane L commented: Barbara, I missed this yesterday , but this is so worth it to post today! Emily is such a wonderful ,talented writer, she takes her readers away to a world of true romance and intrigue! Not only is she a great writer she has been a fantastic insperation to me and several other aspiring authors! I am so proud to not only be a fan of hers but also learning from one of the best in the business! Im so excited to read VTV, I absolutely loved her other books!!
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Barb H. commented: I'm late with a post but just wanted to add my "yeas" to the rest on Vexing the Vicount. Or should that be "yeaaa". I've been a fan of Emily/Diana from the first book. She's one of the authors I always wish could write faster. All of her books are definitely keepers. And she just keeps getting better.
February 28, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Susan Kelley commented: I'm in the middle of THE WAY OF SHADOWS by Brent Weeks. It's so good I went out today and bought the next two books in this fantasy series. The cover art is terrific.
March 1, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Mel K. commented: I recently read VEXING THE VISCOUNT. It was excellent! I've read all of Emily Bryan's books. I'm a huge fan! I've also met her and she is wicked nice. I would highly recommend ALL of her books. And I'll be re-reading them in the near future.
March 1, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Gayle Ann Williams commented: Hi Barbara,
March 2, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday Library Rose commented: At first, I wasn't happy with Suze's matchmaking, but after re-reading Force of Nature, I could see it coming. And Decker is my favorite character.
March 14, 2009
In response to: Your Turn Friday leeannewat commented: Congratulations on your 2 years Barb... It doesn't seem that longer ago u were first starting this web site etc up... And I remember you having butterflies...lol I hope you have many more years of happiness with it all...
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