Books Read in 2017


Amy's bookshelf: read-in-2017

Whiskey Kisses
really liked it
tagged: romance, fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Sugar Kisses
really liked it
tagged: romance, fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Winter Kisses
really liked it
tagged: romance, to-buy, fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
3:AM Kisses
really liked it
tagged: romance, fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Melting Steel
really liked it
tagged: fiction, romance, own-ebook, kindle-freebie, and read-in-2017
What Happened
it was amazing
I took my time with this one, reading it over several months. There are a few reasons for this ... one, it broke my heart when it reminded me of what could have been. Of where we could have been. And because I am a huge Hillary Clinton f...
tagged: non-fiction, politics, own-ebook, own-on-my-tbr-shelf, read-in-2017...
Live for You
really liked it
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, romance, and read-in-2017
Sleepless in London
liked it
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Claiming Colton
really liked it
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, romance, and read-in-2017
Can't Forget You
really liked it
Although this is the third book in a series, I haven't read the first two books. This read very much like a stand alone. And I enjoyed it so much that I intend to go back and read the first two in the series. I love a reunited story line...
tagged: fiction, from-publisher, edelweis-netgalley_review, arc-copy, roman...
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine
really liked it
I struggled a bit with this review ... although I loved the book as a whole, I didn't find the journey nearly as satisfying as it could be. Eleanor, as a character, is fantastic - her journey in the novel is what really makes it special....
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Brooklyn Rockstar
really liked it
tagged: fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
More Than Once
really liked it
tagged: fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
Reading People: How Seeing the World through the Lens of Personality Changes Everything
it was amazing
I've been dipping in and out of this one for the last few weeks. I think that was a really nice way to work through this book. I jumped around to the various topics that interested me the most. Let me start by saying I'm a huge Anne Boge...
tagged: non-fiction, own-on-my-tbr-shelf, and read-in-2017
Picking up the Pieces
really liked it
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, romance, and read-in-2017
Lucky Charm
liked it
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Sweet Sinful Nights
really liked it
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, romance, and read-in-2017
Commonwealth
liked it
It is killing me to give an Ann Patchett novel 3 stars. I'm a huge fan of her work. This is really the first of her novels that I didn't love. Now, let me start with the fact that this novel is beautifully written. Ann Patchett can WRITE...
tagged: busy-as-a-bee-books-group, fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Only You
liked it
Although part of an existing series (of which I've only read the 3rd book), I do think this worked just fine as a stand alone novel. I enjoyed how the background of the series was tied into this particular story. This was a solid romance...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, read-...
A Crazy Kind of Love
really liked it
It took me a little to get into this one but once I did, I was IN. This was a nice, light romance with an interesting story line. I loved the chemistry between the characters and the side characters were all well drawn and had depth. It ...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Heather, the Totality
liked it
I am really struggling with this review. There were things that I liked about this one and things that didn't quite work for me. Since finishing, I've heard several interviews with the author and that has given me a bit more of a positiv...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, read-in-2017, from-publisher, edelweis-netgalle...
Back Check
really liked it
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Top Shelf
really liked it
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Icing
really liked it
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Off Limits
really liked it
Really enjoying this series!
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Major Misconduct
really liked it
Really enjoyed this romance. I read the 5th in this series not long ago and really liked it. I tend to enjoy the hockey centered romances and this is a good one. Off to catch up with the series!
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Turned Up
really liked it
Really nice conclusion to the series - liked this one more than #2 only because there wasn't all the repetitive dialogue. This one picked up where #2 ended and moved right along.
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Origin
it was ok
It's so hard to review this one for me. I love Dan Brown and the Robert Langdon series as a whole. It's just good, fun fiction! But, this one didn't work for me at all. It felt like it took FOREVER to finish. I kept hoping it would pick ...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Tangled Up
liked it
I really like this series but I was annoyed by the 'repeats' when the story covered the same ground but from a different perspective. It was not fun to have to read the dialogue over again ... and over again. But, I loved the romance her...
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Twisted Up
really liked it
Really enjoyed this one. Excited to read the others in this series. Liked the focus on the tornado and the town of Chance was such a great location/community for this story!
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
London Bound
did not like it
I’m putting this one down. I’m just not enjoying it.
tagged: romance, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Once and for All
it was ok
It kills me to rate this one so low but it just did not work for me. It had a lot of elements that are right in my wheelhouse but the pieces never came together for me. I liked the whole wedding planning component of the book. That allow...
tagged: own-ebook, young-adult, fiction, and read-in-2017
Reward of Three
liked it
really liked how this series came together in the end. Quite liked this series as it introduced me to some new things!
tagged: romance, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Rhythm of Three
liked it
Read in a day ... nice continuation of the series. Really enjoyed reading about the unique challenges with this sort of relationship.
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Rule of Three
liked it
A little outside of my usual romance reads but I liked this one. It was interesting to see how this relationship between the 3 main characters grew. I've never given much thought to the experience or challenge of life as part of a polya...
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Winner Takes All
really liked it
Really liked this one ...
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
A Broken Us
really liked it
HAD to read this given how book 1 finished ... and I'm very happy with how this ended although moments early in this one were annoying because I had a hard time understanding the heroines decisions. But, it came together for me and I was...
tagged: romance, own-ebook, read-in-2017, and fiction
Reach You
it was amazing
I very rarely give a romance a five star review - this one is getting it for a couple of reasons. First of all, the heroine is a non-traditional heroine. She's not a perfect 10 with a perfect body. She's a 'normal' woman with flaws and b...
tagged: romance, own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
Becoming Us
really liked it
It was difficult to follow at times but I liked the story overall. It all came together for me in the end and I really enjoyed it. I loved Brody ... and their relationship.
tagged: own-ebook, romance, fiction, and read-in-2017
Totally His
really liked it
I didn’t expect to enjoy this one quite as much as I did. A cop and a theater owner … yes, please! I love how they met – so perfect given their characters. Sophie and Finn are such an interesting mix and their journey is quite interestin...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Closer to You
really liked it
It took me a little while to get into this one and connect to the characters but once I did, it was worth the wait! The whole people from different worlds trope is always interesting and I think this one was done particularly well. I lov...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
The Lost One
really liked it
Solid romance - enjoyed this one quite a bit!
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Back in the Game
really liked it
This one really surprised me! It wasn’t so much a sexy book as a true exploration of a relationship. I kind of liked that after a lot of racy romances recently. It was nice to focus on the relationship instead of the physical stuff. I re...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, romance, and read-in-...
The History of White People
really liked it
I read this one slowly and dipped in as I could. It’s not a ‘fast’ read. It’s a thoughtful one, one that really challenged me in new ways. It challenged much of the ‘history’ I’ve been taught in schools. It helped me understand the histo...
tagged: own-on-my-tbr-shelf, social-justice, non-fiction, and read-in-2017
Slap Shot
really liked it
I loved this story of a pro hockey player still mourning the death of his wife and trying to get himself back in the rink after taking time off to mourn. Max was an interesting character with quite a bit of depth. I really liked Kendra a...
tagged: arc-copy, fiction, from-publisher, romance, and read-in-2017
Gather the Daughters
liked it
I love dystopian stories. They are some of my favorites. So, I was really looking forward to this one. Given our current political environment and the seemingly daily assault on the rights of women, I think this book does a good job of g...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, recommended-friends-or-blog, and read-in-2017
Big Shot
really liked it
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Who Thought This Was a Good Idea?: And Other Questions You Should Have Answers to When You Work in the White House
really liked it
This was such a fun and interesting book. Mastromonaco has such an amazing voice. I really enjoyed learning about her employment path. The behind the scenes look at Obama’s election and presidency was just fascinating! As a political jun...
tagged: non-fiction, own-ebook, politics, fiction, read-in-2017, and recomm...
My Absolute Darling
liked it
I really struggled with this review. I’d heard so much praise and buzz around this one so I was eager to read it. I even heard someone say that if you love A Little Life, you’d love this one. Well, I loved that book and I was hopeful tha...
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, and read-in-2017
New York, Actually
really liked it
if you haven't read this series, run and start it!
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, read-in-2017, and romance
Little Fires Everywhere
really liked it
I really enjoyed Ng’s first novel so I was really excited to dig into her new novel. And this one did not disappoint! Her writing is beautiful, her story just grabbed me and didn’t let go. The weaving together of the elements of the stor...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, own-on-my-tbr-shelf, recommended-friends-or-blo...
Sunset in Central Park
really liked it
I cannot recommend this series more ... it's so good!
tagged: own-ebook, read-in-2017, and romance
Midnight at Tiffany's
really liked it
yet another fantastic book! Sarah Morgan is wonderful!
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
Tell Me
really liked it
Any book with a heroine who owns a bookstore will get my attention. And I’m so glad I read this one. I loved the dynamic of the characters as they came together. The whole relationship with Caleb was handled well. The pacing was good. I ...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
The Best Kind of People
really liked it
I was concerned that this book was just another book treading ground that has been tread before in literary fiction. But, I felt this one did a really good job exploring something very timely – an accusation and its impact to the family ...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, own-e...
Running into Love
really liked it
I really loved this book and I can’t wait to read more. I loved the characters – especially Levi. He’s perfection. Great pacing, strong story. It came together really well for me. I’d say this one is sexy but sweet as well as lighthearte...
tagged: edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, arc-copy, roman...
Hot Stuff
liked it
I liked this one but didn't love it. I wish there had been a bit more character development. But all in all, a solid read.
tagged: fiction, romance, read-in-2017, and own-ebook
Fierce Kingdom
really liked it
The premise of this one is fantastic and the book itself definitely delivers! This is a fast paced novel that just builds and builds and builds. There were times that I found myself tensing up as I read. It kept me on the edge of my seat...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Sing, Unburied, Sing
it was amazing
I’m really worried that I’m not going to be able to do this book justice with a review. It’s one of the best books I’ve read in a while. This is a novel about the south, about parenting, about racism, about growing up, about ghosts – esp...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, from-publisher, fiction, own-e...
Powerless
really liked it
This is such an interesting romance. The heroine is such a strong person and I found her character so fascinating. And the hero … wow, what a guy! He rocks. Their connection is really wonderful. The focus on living a life in the public e...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Holiday in the Hamptons
really liked it
I love this series ... yet another good read. Sarah Morgan has become one of my go-to writers for romance. This series gets better and better!
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, read-in-2017, and romance
Miracle on 5th Avenue
really liked it
Yet another great read! You can't go wrong with this series!
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, read-in-2017, and romance
Dare to Take
really liked it
yet another great book in the series. i think this is the final book. I've really liked these!
tagged: romance, fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Dare to Rock
really liked it
Loving this series ...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
How Not To Fall
really liked it
I love the idea of a feminist, sex-positive, intelligent and nuanced romance. It isn’t something that is always present in the romance genre. My understanding is the author read Fifty Shades of Grey and decided to write this novel in res...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, recommended-friends-or-blog, romance, and read-...
Dare to Surrender
liked it
This is a series about the cousins of another book series by the author. I quite liked this one although it's very, very heavy with sexual content. I didn't connect with the characters as easily as in the other series but I did like it.
tagged: fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
The Almost Sisters
really liked it
I have not always had luck with Joshilyn Jackson’s novels. They don’t tend to resonate with me. And so … I think this one may be my favorite of her novels so far. Although on the surface, this novel is about a woman who feels a bit lost ...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Dare to Hold
really liked it
Yet another good one in this series!
tagged: fiction, romance, and read-in-2017
Dare to Touch
really liked it
Yet another good romance. Off to read #4!
tagged: romance, read-in-2017, own-ebook, and fiction
Dare to Desire
really liked it
The second in the Dare to Love series. Yet another great read. I love this family and how well Phillips tells the stories of their journeys. Lots of romance but also a lot of sex. Off to pick up number 3! I’m on a roll!
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Dare to Love
really liked it
Another new series for me … I picked this one up randomly and could not put it down! It captivated me immediately. Ian Dare and Riley Taylor just grabbed onto me and did not let go. Very hot, lots of romance and sex. The chemistry betwee...
tagged: fiction, kindle-freebie, own-ebook, read-in-2017, and romance
A Gentleman in the Street
really liked it
I’ve really enjoyed the other Alisa Rai’s books that I’ve read so I was eager to read this one which is the first in the Campbell Siblings series. It took me awhile to connect with this one. It’s pretty provocative from the start. If you...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City
it was amazing
I’ve been meaning to read this one for a while but it just never made it to the top of the pile. It’s won a ton of awards, including the Pulitzer Prize! I’m so glad that I finally picked it up - it really lived up to the praise I’ve been...
tagged: from-publisher, non-fiction, own-on-my-tbr-shelf, own-ebook, and re...
Branded with a Kiss
really liked it
This was my first Paula Altenburg book and I was surprised at how much I enjoyed it. I love the whole ‘player into hero’ trope so this was right up my alley. I loved how relatable Patterson was which really surprised me. It typically tak...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Hex
liked it
Hex
I heard someone on a Bookriot podcast talk about this book and I knew that I had to read it. This book is CREEPY and ODD in every way. A witch from the 17th century haunts a town – no one is allowed to leave the town. She wanders around ...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, rec-book-riot, and read-in-2017
The Idea of You
it was amazing
I had no idea what I was getting into with this book. I’d heard several of my bookish friends talk about how good this one was and I needed something light as a palette cleanser so I picked it up. And WOW! One of the best romances I’ve e...
tagged: own-ebook, romance, recommended-friends-or-blog, and read-in-2017
The Final Score
really liked it
I love love love this series! And this is yet another great read. I loved reading Nathan’s story since we’ve ‘known’ him since the very first book and have had glances at him over the books. It was great to see a deep dive into his life ...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
The Real Thing
really liked it
Oh boy am I glad that I read this one! This is the first in a new series . I love how Foster mixed up the sweet romance with the heat/sexy and even added in a dash of humor! I really enjoyed this story and watching them come together. I’...
tagged: arc-copy, fiction, from-publisher, edelweis-netgalley_review, roman...
You Can't Touch My Hair: And Other Things I Still Have to Explain
really liked it
Overall, I really liked this book. I think these essays are very timely and relevant, particularly in the US today, and tell us important things about race and identity. Robinson’s voice is smart, witty, thoughtful and straightforward. T...
tagged: busy-as-a-bee-books-group, essays, non-fiction, read-in-2017, and o...
Mrs. Fletcher
really liked it
I was listening to an interview with Tom Perrotta about his book and was so engaged by the concepts he’s exploring that I ran and picked up the book. It explores sexuality, identity, being a parent, and how our choices can change our liv...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, recommended-friends-or-blog, and read-in-2017
Arm Candy
really liked it
I really enjoyed this romance … the setting, the tropes, the characters … all of it was so well done. There is humor here as well as a lot of sexiness! It’s a nice balance of sexy and traditional romance. The relationship between Davis a...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Before I Knew
really liked it
This romance grabbed me immediately and never let go. I did not want to put it down for anything. I think part of that was that the novel focused on relationships not the sex. It was very thoughtful and went deep into the emotional compo...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Goodbye, Vitamin
really liked it
This is the most difficult book to describe adequately. It’s about Alzheimer’s and taking care of your family. The main character, Ruth, is struggling … on many counts – in her family life as well as in her romantic life. The book’s tone...
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, rec-book-riot, recommended-friends-or-blog, and...
If The Creek Don't Rise
it was amazing
It took me a little while to get into a rhythm with this book. I think that’s partly due to the alternating first person narratives which give you a taste of a variety of the people in this mountain community. And the dialect threw me fo...
tagged: arc-copy, fiction, edelweis-netgalley_review, from-publisher, read-...
When Dimple Met Rishi
really liked it
So much fun! What a wonderful romantic comedy wrapped up into a novel format. The word for this book that keeps coming to mind is delightful! The characters are fantastic … love Dimple, love Rishi, love all the side characters and the fa...
tagged: own-ebook, fiction, romance, read-in-2017, rec-book-riot, and young...
The Other Girl: A Novel
really liked it
I really enjoyed this novel. It’s a really strong thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat throughout. I did figure out the ‘who done it’ long before the end but I enjoyed the journey so much that it didn’t color my overall enjoyment...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, and r...
Stay with Me
really liked it
I had no expectations about this novel going in … I didn’t know what it was about or what to expect. But, I’m so glad that I read this one. It’s the fascinating story of Yejide and Akin who live in Nigeria. It’s about their marriage, the...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, and r...
Roadfood
really liked it
If you travel a lot in America and love to try new restaurants, this is the book for you!It lists the local hot spots and hidden gems across the country! I will definitely be dipping into this as I travel in the future! It was interestin...
tagged: from-publisher, non-fiction, and read-in-2017
Young Jane Young
really liked it
I was really taken with this book that explores something that’s always fascinated me – how a person survives a scandal, especially a woman. This story is about how a young woman makes mistakes and everyone throws all the blame at her. I...
tagged: arc-copy, fiction, from-publisher, edelweis-netgalley_review, and r...
The Late Show
really liked it
I am a huge fan of Michael Connelly’s work so I was thrilled to see the start of a new series, particularly one with a female protagonist! And boy did Connelly deliver! This is a great book – interesting, compelling and well written! The...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, and r...
Do Not Become Alarmed
really liked it
The primary focus of this novel is fairly simple – families go on a cruise, go ashore for an adventure and a series of events change everyone’s lives forever. This book really explores some interesting themes – parental power, privilege,...
tagged: fiction, own-ebook, and read-in-2017
Suddenly Engaged
really liked it
This book had a lot of the things I love in a romance – a grumpy guy with a heart of gold, a single mom and a precocious little girl. Yes, please! Based on the description, I was expecting a marriage of convenience trope but that’s not w...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, read-...
Don't Call Me Sweetheart
really liked it
I think this story was quite fun. I liked the hero a lot and thought he was everything you’d want in a hero – funny, passionate, charming and relentless. Marley was also an interesting character – although I didn’t love her quite as much...
tagged: arc-copy, from-publisher, fiction, edelweis-netgalley_review, and r...
Capture: Unraveling the Mystery of Mental Suffering
liked it
I was really interested in the description of this book – Why do we think, feel and act in the ways we wished we did not. It focuses on the idea of capture which is “a process by which our attention gets hijacked and our brains commandee...
tagged: non-fiction and read-in-2017
See What I Have Done
really liked it
As soon as I heard that a novel was coming out that was based on Lizzie Borden, I was IN! Given that I’m fascinated by these sorts of crimes, I was eager to see what she made of the events. This novel is such an interesting take on a mur...
tagged: arc-copy, from-publisher, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, and r...
This Close to Happy: A Reckoning with Depression
liked it
I really struggled when rating this book. There were parts that I think were a 5 and others that were more of a 2 so I’m splitting the difference and going with a 3. This is a really interesting account of clinical depression. There is a...
tagged: memoir, own-ebook, recommended-friends-or-blog, and read-in-2017
The Wildling Sisters
really liked it
This book really surprised me. It’s a gothic tale that shifts from the 1950s to present day. It centers on Applecote Manor in the English countryside. There are all the elements of a gothic novel – an estate with a mysterious history, st...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, and r...
Hate to Want You
really liked it
It took me a bit to get into the story here – it felt like it started abruptly or something. But, it quickly came together for me after a slow start. I loved the diversity here – not everyone in the story is white, and the cover actually...
tagged: own-ebook, romance, and read-in-2017
Every Little Kiss
really liked it
This is the 2nd in a series but I don’t feel like I missed anything by not reading the first. This can definitely be read as a standalone novel. I really enjoyed this contemporary romance. It’s the first book I’ve read by Marina Adair b...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...
Drilled
liked it
This novella is not for the fainthearted. It’s very steamy. Like extremely steamy. If you prefer sex on the sweeter side of the spectrum, this might not be your cup of tea! The sex here is definitely a bit more ‘porn lit’ than ‘romance l...
tagged: arc-copy, edelweis-netgalley_review, fiction, from-publisher, roman...

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