Hey, I got a book read this week. Here it is:
Sep 18: “Hearts in Harmony” by Gemma Brocato, the 2nd book
in the Five Senses series, a contemporary romance. Blurb from Goodreads: Sometimes life’s
most simple melodies become songs of love. Pippa Sanders’ life is filled with
songs of leaving, longing and loneliness. Since the death of her husband, her
children have been her world. She’ll do anything to protect them, including
encasing her heart in ice until they’re college age. She’s made a practice of
shying away from any relationship that could break her heart when it ends. And
it’s worked so far. Clay Mathers has made a temporary move to Granite Pointe, Massachusetts
to help with his mother’s Christmas tree farm while she recovers from a stroke.
Although his long-range plans don’t include staying in the small town, a little
female companionship during his short residency would be welcome. While on duty
as sentry against protestors at a military funeral, he finds Pippa visiting her
husband’s grave, and begins a campaign to make her into a friend–with benefits.
What starts as a simple affair evolves to something more, something that
changes the soundtracks of both their lives…the beating of two hearts in
harmony. I really enjoyed this
story. The family has captured my heart and I can’t wait to dive into the next
one, which I just happen to have on hand (love getting those advanced reader
copies!!). Not only lots of romance and some sexy scenes, it held a bit of a
suspense/thriller, too. Really captured my attention. I don’t say THAT about
too many contemporaries.
In case you hadn’t noticed, I’ve done away with my star
ratings here. Felt it wasn’t needed when all I’m doing is sharing what I’ve
read. You can still see the ratings on Goodreads, but you’ll have to work at
finding them. Yes, I’m mean like that, but I’m guessing you really don’t care! J
So… Does it seem like when you finally make plans that
something always comes up at the most inopportune time? Why can’t that happen
when it’s something I DON’T want to do? Never does, though, does it?
***grumble***
Happy reading!
Stacy
9 comments:
Giving any kind of timeframe for having my next project written is like I'm ASKING for something to happen, because it ALWAYS does! I get sick or someone in my family does, or something like that. It's like a guarantee! It's happened enough times that I'm never going to give an estimate for book's completion again! Now, if I had someone else's deadline to meet, that would be different, but thank goodness, my publisher doesn't work that way. Good luck getting your plans back on track!
I'm on the fence with the star system.
I hate rating books I've read with a numerical ranking because honestly, it's all subjective. I prefer to review about what I loved or didn't like about the book and let people decide for themselves.
But... I can't deny there's a certain prurient side of me who can't wait to read a review if it has one star. I have to know what was so bad to warrant that low a rating.
Hope you were able to get your work done today. I've had to rewire my system recently and I gotta say, it's working out super duper good. Here's to yours reaching a great place, too.
Jennette - Thanks. Unfortunately, today was not that day. That's what happens when you realize you've screwed up the story! Haha! :)
Maria - Yeah, even though I SHOULDN'T, I read my own 1 star reviews. I'm sick. I know. :)
Ivy - Got writing done (yay), but will be erasing some tomorrow (boo). Eventually I'll get this thing fixed and going in the right direction. :)
I hope you are not too hard on yourself, in the process.
Have a great day and Happy Writing.
Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. I wish I could claim that. But it was John Lennon
Well, my last couple of months have been pretty much in the dumpster so I can relate.
Ivy - We're always hard on ourselves, aren't we? I doubt that will ever change.
Michael - Good quote!
Linda - I am sorry for your loss and I'm sending cyber hugs your way. (((hug)))
I find that being overly hard on myself is a huge flippin' waste of time and energy, not to mention, pointless.
But that is how I see it. Because life,is just WAY too short.
Cheers and Happy Writing.
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