It's Monday! What Are You Reading? now at The Book Date (at Wordpress)
What Are You Reading? is where we gather to share what we have read this past week and what we plan to read this week. It is a great way to network with other bloggers, see some wonderful blogs, and put new titles on your reading list.
I wrapped up my several closings last Monday and finished up on Tuesday. I enjoyed time with the children on Wednesday and finally cooked the spaghetti pie I'd been meaning to share. Sadly, we forgot to take a picture. The family liked it and were even happy with leftovers for lunch on Friday.
We had a lovely Thanksgiving hosted by church friends of my son and d-i-l. There was delicious food and my grandchildren had fun playing with the hosts' grandchildren.
My son suspected my computer hard drive was failing so he installed a new one. The hard drive cloned fine but, unfortunately we then had trouble booting up. I was without computer Friday and Saturday. Then I was driving home Saturday and Sunday, expecting to be back midday Monday.
Last Sunday night I watched the kids rehearse their SheepStuff Christmas Play.
My continuing prayers include prayers for more unity in all nations, a calmer social atmosphere, and for revival. We are also continuing prayers for family and church. And continuing prayers for Israel and Gaza and all the innocents who are being impacted by the war.
I am thankful that we didn't have very many really cold days while I was in Illinois. I am back in Florida and warming up my home here.
Maybe I'll get to September and October Wrap Ups
I visited about 10 blogs last week and still no new Shout Outs lined up.
Audiobooks.com is still sharing some free listens for children.
Finished Reading:
1. Audio on Smartphone (ATBR).
Christmas in Three Rivers
Written by Liz Isaacson
Narrated by Becky Doughty
I enjoyed these easy Christmas romances.
Source: January 2021 Chirp $.99
Click on book title for full description.
2. Audible on Smartphone (ATBR).
The Singularity Trap By: Dennis E. Taylor
Narrated by: Ray Porter
Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins
This was an okay sci fi.
Source: 7/24/2019 Audible Daily Deal $4.95.
Click on book title for full description.
The Singularity Trap By: Dennis E. Taylor
Narrated by: Ray Porter
Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins
This was an okay sci fi.
Source: 7/24/2019 Audible Daily Deal $4.95.
Click on book title for full description.
3. Audible on Smartphone (ATBR).
Wizard's Alley
By: James Haddock
Narrated by: Daniel Wisniewski
Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins
I mostly enjoyed the wizard adventures in this story but it needs a sequel.
Source: 1/26/2022 Audible $5.00 Sale.
Publisher's summary
Scraps, a gutter child, is sitting in his hiding place in a back alley, waiting for the cold thunderstorm to pass. Suddenly, lightning strikes in front of him, and then a second time. The two lightning bolts become men — two wizards — one from the Red Order, the other from the Blue.
The Red Wizard, chanting his curses, throws lightning bolts and fireballs. The Blue Wizard, singing his spells, throws lightning bolts and ice shards. So intense is their fighting, they become lightning rods. It seemed as if God himself cast his lightning bolt, striking the ground between them and consuming both wizards in its white blaze. Scraps watched as the lightning bolt gouged its way across the alley, striking him.
Rain on his face awakens Scraps. The only thing left of the fighting wizards is a smoking crater and their scattered artifacts. He feels compelled to gather their possessions and hide them and himself. The dispersed items glowed red or blue, and he notices that he now has a magenta aura. Magenta, a combination of both red and blue, but more powerful than either.
Scraps then does what he has done all his life to survive. He hides. And unknowingly, he has become the catalyst for change in the Kingdom.
©2019 James A.Haddock III (P)2020 James A. Haddock III.
4. Audio on Smartphone (ATBR).
The Forever, Books 1-2
By: Craig Robertson
Narrated by: Scott Aiello
Series: The Forever Series, Book 1-2
Length: 17 hrs and 22 mins
I chose a longer book for the drive time.
I finished book 1 and 7 chapters of book 2.
Although reasonably entertaining,
I am switching to another book for now.
Source: April 2022 Audible Plus Catalog
Publisher's summary
Contains books one and two of The Forever Series.
Jon Ryan is irreverent, cocky, funny, and walks with a swagger. He says what he means, he says what he wants to, and, in fact, he says what needs to be said.
The cocky fighter pilot turned astronaut is also Earth's only chance for survival. The planet Jupiter, thrown off orbit, will destroy Earth in less than a century. Jon volunteers for the most ambitious, desperate mission ever conceived: His consciousness must be transferred into an experimental android host, where he'll live an immortal - and lonely - life. Jon's only companion on his 50-year voyage is his ship's irritable AI.
After successfully journeying for decades and locating a suitable human resettlement, Jon begins to discover the wonders life can hold, including the power of family and, for once, true peace. But no good deed, or good man, goes unpunished.
The US president wants him dead and is willing to sacrifice his own people to eliminate Jon. An alien species has vowed a holy war to eliminate all humans, either on Earth or wherever they might run. Only Jon can protect humans from their enemies.
With the best planet for colonization ruled by an ancient, malevolent species, there may be no hope for humans in a crowded galaxy. The limits of human technology may not be sufficient. The limits of Jon's endurance may not be enough. His endless enemies may prove to be unstoppable.
Jon may have forever, but does humanity have any future at all?
©2016 Craig Robertson (P)2018 Podium Publishing
The Forever, Books 1-2
By: Craig Robertson
Narrated by: Scott Aiello
Series: The Forever Series, Book 1-2
Length: 17 hrs and 22 mins
I chose a longer book for the drive time.
I finished book 1 and 7 chapters of book 2.
Although reasonably entertaining,
I am switching to another book for now.
Source: April 2022 Audible Plus Catalog
Publisher's summary
Contains books one and two of The Forever Series.
Jon Ryan is irreverent, cocky, funny, and walks with a swagger. He says what he means, he says what he wants to, and, in fact, he says what needs to be said.
The cocky fighter pilot turned astronaut is also Earth's only chance for survival. The planet Jupiter, thrown off orbit, will destroy Earth in less than a century. Jon volunteers for the most ambitious, desperate mission ever conceived: His consciousness must be transferred into an experimental android host, where he'll live an immortal - and lonely - life. Jon's only companion on his 50-year voyage is his ship's irritable AI.
After successfully journeying for decades and locating a suitable human resettlement, Jon begins to discover the wonders life can hold, including the power of family and, for once, true peace. But no good deed, or good man, goes unpunished.
The US president wants him dead and is willing to sacrifice his own people to eliminate Jon. An alien species has vowed a holy war to eliminate all humans, either on Earth or wherever they might run. Only Jon can protect humans from their enemies.
With the best planet for colonization ruled by an ancient, malevolent species, there may be no hope for humans in a crowded galaxy. The limits of human technology may not be sufficient. The limits of Jon's endurance may not be enough. His endless enemies may prove to be unstoppable.
Jon may have forever, but does humanity have any future at all?
©2016 Craig Robertson (P)2018 Podium Publishing
Currently Reading:
1. Kindle App on Smartphone (eBTBR)
Harvest Wishes (Starlight Inn)
by Jessica Anne Renwick
I am still moving on and am now at 85% so I do expect to finish this week.
Source: 6/12/22 Free on Kindle.
Click on book title for full description.
2. Audible on Smartphone (A2023).
Existential
Crucible, Book 1
By: Ryan W. Aslesen
Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer
Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins
I can listen to some of my 2023 acquisitions now
and I have wanted to listen to this series.
Source: 3/15/2023 Audible February Credit.
Publisher's summary
The Alaskan wilderness holds a nightmarish secret that threatens all of humanity in this epic sci-fi horror thriller. An audiobook so scary that it requires a warning label and a global phenomenon that is on track to sell more than one million ebook copies.
It was supposed to be just another mission.
Buried deep in the rugged Alaskan wilderness lies a secret that could alter the future of mankind - a secret that billionaire Elizabeth Grey has invested millions in solving. But when the dig goes silent and all attempts at making contact fail, an elite team of battle-hardened military contractors is brought in led by former Marine Max Ahlgren, a warrior haunted by his past.
While the mission to make contact and rescue a team of scientists and engineers working on an “archeological” project seems like an easy payday, once on ground, the team discovers the grizzly truth that this is no ordinary rescue. Max and his men find themselves in the fight of their lives against a nightmarish enemy like nothing they have ever seen. In what quickly becomes a struggle for survival, the world’s greatest soldiers will encounter the universe’s ultimate terror in a battle that puts all of humanity at stake.
No backup. No escape. No hope.
Terrifying, visceral, and deeply moving, Existential is a novel that will haunt you forever.
Pick up your copy now and embark on an epic journey that will leave your heart pounding with every chapter. The perfect combination of science fiction, explosive action, and intense horror, Existential is a roller-coaster ride of terror!
Warning: This audiobook contains intense scenes of violence and horror. It isn't for the faint of heart. Listener discretion is advised.
©2018 Ryan W. Aslesen (P)2018 Podium Publishing
I am sure I will get to another audio but I have not decided which one yet. 
Existential
Crucible, Book 1
By: Ryan W. Aslesen
Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer
Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins
I can listen to some of my 2023 acquisitions now
and I have wanted to listen to this series.
Source: 3/15/2023 Audible February Credit.
Publisher's summary
The Alaskan wilderness holds a nightmarish secret that threatens all of humanity in this epic sci-fi horror thriller. An audiobook so scary that it requires a warning label and a global phenomenon that is on track to sell more than one million ebook copies.
It was supposed to be just another mission.
Buried deep in the rugged Alaskan wilderness lies a secret that could alter the future of mankind - a secret that billionaire Elizabeth Grey has invested millions in solving. But when the dig goes silent and all attempts at making contact fail, an elite team of battle-hardened military contractors is brought in led by former Marine Max Ahlgren, a warrior haunted by his past.
While the mission to make contact and rescue a team of scientists and engineers working on an “archeological” project seems like an easy payday, once on ground, the team discovers the grizzly truth that this is no ordinary rescue. Max and his men find themselves in the fight of their lives against a nightmarish enemy like nothing they have ever seen. In what quickly becomes a struggle for survival, the world’s greatest soldiers will encounter the universe’s ultimate terror in a battle that puts all of humanity at stake.
No backup. No escape. No hope.
Terrifying, visceral, and deeply moving, Existential is a novel that will haunt you forever.
Pick up your copy now and embark on an epic journey that will leave your heart pounding with every chapter. The perfect combination of science fiction, explosive action, and intense horror, Existential is a roller-coaster ride of terror!
Warning: This audiobook contains intense scenes of violence and horror. It isn't for the faint of heart. Listener discretion is advised.
©2018 Ryan W. Aslesen (P)2018 Podium Publishing
November 26, 2023 - I am doing the daily readings of BibleProject plan: The Full Story - "From the beginning to the Amen". I enjoyed the readings in James and 1st and 2nd Thessalonians.
I finished two books and posted no reviews, putting me further behind. I am still behind with 12 reviews to post.
NETGALLEY STATUS--
I have an older audio on my shelf I should listen to (soon).
I still have the two old NetGalley ebook titles.
Other Sources: I have a dozen or so books that I received from Facebook links and newsletter sign-ups, not specific review requests. plus many titles through InstaFreebie over the past few years.
Welcome to Mailbox Monday.
Warning: Mailbox Monday can lead to envy, toppling TBR piles and humongous wish lists.
No new review titles this week.
I have 26 Audible Plus titles over the past two weeks. I am listing ten this week.
I have 26 Audible Plus titles over the past two weeks. I am listing ten this week.
No new Kindle title this week.
Are your mailbox and TBR piles blooming?
Are your mailbox and TBR piles blooming?
Review Titles
NONEWon
NONE
Purchased
NONEFree
I am listing 10 Audible Plus titles from 11/13 to 11/18/23.
By: Seraphina Nova Glass
Narrated by: Brittany Pressley
Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins
Judge, Jury, Executioner, Book 1
By: Craig Martelle, Michael Anderle
Narrated by: Chloe Cannon
Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins
By: Faith Hunter
Narrated by: Khristine Hvam
Series: Shining Smith, Book 3
Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins
Bond of a Dragon, Books 1-2
By: AJ Walker
Narrated by: Ben Farrow
Length: 22 hrs and 58 mins
By: Athena Aktipis, The Great Courses
Narrated by: Athena Aktipis
Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
By: Eric Metaxas
Narrated by: Eric Metaxas
Length: 16 hrs and 48 mins
By: Matthew Betley
Narrated by: George Newbern
Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins
Hope Street Church Mysteries Series #1
By: Ellery Adams
Narrated by: Cris Dukehart
Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins
Reborn Online Series, Book 1
By: Aurora Weiss
Narrated by: Travis Baldree
Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
Starship's Mage Series #1
By: Glynn Stewart
Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer
Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
No new title added to Kindle library. Free titles might be found at Bookbub, Book Adrenaline, Ereader News Today, Inspired Reads, or Kindle ebooks.
Enjoy all of your many books! Also enjoy that warm and sunny Florida weather!
ReplyDeleteZombified: Real-World Lessons from Fictional Apocalypses: sounds an interesting topic, would be curious to see how she works it out
ReplyDeleteI hope the computer issues get sorted out for you, Martha. Have a good week,
ReplyDeleteMary @Bookfan
It's amazing you read all you do with everything going on at the moment for you. I guess it must be nice to be in Florida now and warming up, I suppose it doesn't really get very cold there in winter.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a blessed holiday. Sorry to hear about the computer. Technology issues are no fun. Thanks for visiting my blog last week.
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