Teaser Tuesday #20


TEASER TUESDAYS asks you to: Grab your current read.Let the book fall open to a random page.Share with us two (2) “teaser” sentences from that page, somewhere between lines 7 and 12.You also need to share the title of the book that you’re getting your “teaser” from … that way people can have some great book recommendations if they like the teaser you’ve given!Please avoid spoilers!

“No one had ever told her right out that Lord Vaughn was somehow implicated in the rebellion, but whatever supicions his appearance by Lord Edward’s grave had piqued had confirmed by her companions’ behavior over the past week. When Lord Vaughn left the room, either Geoff or Jane tended to follow.” Page 251 The Deception of the Emerald Ring by Lauren Willig

Musing Monday #20


Today’s MUSING MONDAYS post is a library habits meme…

This week we have a library meme courtesy of MizB:

Library Habits meme:
1) If you don’t frequent your local library, why not?

I currently find it easier to not worry about having a due date on books.
2) If you do visit the library, how often do you go?
I used to go weekly.
3) Do you have a favorite section that you always head to first, or do you just randomly peruse the shelves?
Fiction, and History
4) How many books are you allowed to check out at one time? Do you take advantage of this?
I am fairly sure it’s unlimited, if it isn’t I haven’t checked out enough to be told no. And I used to check out tones.

5) How long are you allowed to have the books checked out?
Depends on the book.
6) How many times are you allowed to renew your check-outs, if at all?
2 I think.
7) What do you love best about your particular library?
The coffee shop.
8) What is one thing you wish your library did differently?
check out’s
9) Do you request your books via an online catalogue, or through the librarian at your branch?
You can do it both ways.
10) Have you ever chosen a book on impulse (from the online catalogue OR the shelves) and had it turn out to be totally amazing? If so, what book was it, and why did you love it?
Honestly nope not yet. I will keep you updated.

Book Review: Mr Darcy’s Decision by Juliette Shapiro


Previously published under the title “Excessively Diverted”.

Newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Fitzwilliam Darcy begin their married life at Pemberley quite blissfully, but it is not long before the tranquility they seek is undermined by social enemies. The formidable Lady Catherine de Bourgh makes little attempt to hide disdain for her nephew’s wife. She is joined by Caroline Bingley, as sharp tongued and resentful as ever, in the shared amusement of criticizing Elizabeth. However, the new mistress of Pemberley has more pressing matters on her mind — the fact that she is carrying the Darcy heir being the most pleasant of them. But concern mounts with the sudden return of Elizabeth’s sister, Lydia. Alarming reports of seduction, blackmail and attempts to keep secret the news of another’s confinement dampen even Elizabeth’s notoriously high spirits. Darcy, soon faced with the most difficult decision of his life, will have to reveal his true character: Has his love for Elizabeth softened him or is his former aloofness about to be resurrected?

Just like many women worldwide I love the story of Pride and Prejudice. I love Elizabeth Bennett and of course the Mr. Darcy. So while I know the original can never be compared to I thought it would be fun to read some of the stories coming out that are a continued version of the story. Mr. Darcy’s decision came up as the first in the pile.

While I will be the first to say that this book does not have the same substance and structure as pride and prejudice, it is still an enjoyable read. Juliette Shapiro does a good job of keeping the characters as true to their original colors as possible. You have waves of angst and over all a good telling of the story.

I fear I can not go into to many details as the plot is fairly well interwoven and I don’t want to give any of it away. If you like Pride and Prejudice I do think you will like Mr. Darcy’s decision. But you will need to always keep at the front of your mind the reminder that it is not Jane Austen.


Book Review: Cocktails for Three by Madeline Wickham


At the first of every month, when the office has reached its pinnacle of hysteria, Maggie, Roxanne, and Candice meet at London’s swankiest bar for an evening of cocktails and gossip. Here, they chat about what’s new in their lives and what’s new at The Londoner, the glossy fashion magazine where they all work. But beneath the girl talk and the laughter, each of the three has something to hide: High-achiever Maggie is pregnant, and terrified at the prospect of becoming a mother; glamorous Roxanne is losing hope that her secret lover will leave his wife; and kindhearted Candice cannot escape the guilty secret that as pursued her since childhood.

When a chance encounter at the cocktail bar sets in motion an extraordinary chain of events, their lives quickly spin out of control and their friendship is stretched to the limit. Suddenly Maggie, Roxanne, and Candice must face their fears and troubles alone, and it is only a matter of time before one of them snaps.


Three ladies who make sure to have a meeting of the minds every month. The general theme of the book smells of Sex in the City, but for me that was an okay thing to go into as I loved the show (and plan to read the book). So I had some good hopes going into the book. I also was excited because so far I have enjoyed the Shopaholic series, and this is the same Author, different name.

Sadly the book did not live up to my hopes. While I love Sophie Kinsella but under the name Madeline Wickham she just falls flat. The book is not nearly as funny as the shopaholic series, and there just seems to be something else missing as well. The women in this book come off as just plain shallow to me. Where while our lovely Shopaholic has issues, she also shows she can be a good human. I just don’t see that in Three Cocktails, so in my humble opinion this is a big pass.

And then it was a new Month..where did July go?

Alright, so I can admit it. July was a flop month for me. I only got maybe half my books read. And didn’t finish the reviews, I didn’t even do an update on my challenges. So I will call July my vacation month. I was sick and well you read for pleasure right not because you have to. So. It was a slump. August and Sept (more so Sept) will be slower as well. You see in 21 days my weekends will be spent down in Shakopee at the Renn Fest. I love fest but it leaves little time for weekend reading. However I have vowed to attempt to get back on track. So coming up I will be posting my August books (I haven’t picked all of them but at least the first. I will be posting my Challenge updates I will be posting my reviews from July that aren’t up yet. And I will be getting back on track with my Meme’s. Thank you all for sticking with me in the bad month. On the bright side, I did get to go to Twi-Tour Mpls in July. That was awesome.

Book Review: Memories of Magdalene by Linda M. Moore

Pledged since childhood, Magdalene and Jeshua united in love and a shared sacred purpose. Despite challenges and adversity, his profoundly wise teaching, and their love story, changed the world forever.


The first thing I can say about this book is that it is not your typical read. The second thing I can say about this book is that I enjoyed it very much. Linda M Moore builds and weaves a story that you want to read. It is not a long read but a very enjoyable one. Follow this story and let it be your guide to some thinking. I know after I finished reading it I had to sit down and think about it. A first book, and personally I hope we see more from this talented author.

Teaser Tuesday #19

TEASER TUESDAYS asks you to: Grab your current read.Let the book fall open to a random page.Share with us two (2) “teaser” sentences from that page, somewhere between lines 7 and 12.You also need to share the title of the book that you’re getting your “teaser” from … that way people can have some great book recommendations if they like the teaser you’ve given!Please avoid spoilers!

“I thought she was mad for Pickering”, one man complained, “What’s Become of him?”
“He couldn’t stand another moment of it” Norfolk said, “No Man could.” Page 207 The Virgins Lover by Phillipa Gregory


Musing Monday #19


So I am back to my MEME’s yay. And here we go. Its time for musing Monday:

Today’s MUSING MONDAYS post is about book covers (again)…

As a follow up to last week’s question, Melody asked about when book covers do not match the story. Do you feel disappointed when the cover’s don’t match the story? Have you ever been completely misled by a book cover?

PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT with either the link to your own Musing Mondays post, or share your opinion in a comment here (if you don’t have a blog). Thanks.

Well I didn’t do last weeks but this one made me giggle a bit. I really don’t think the covers not matching bother me much… After all one of my favorite books is eclipse and the cover is a breaking ribbon. I am not sure what that has to do with the story. So I guess no it does not upset me.

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