Review: The Irresistible Earl by Regina Scott

The Irresistible Earl by Regina Scott

Love Inspired Historical / 2011

Find on: Amazon, Goodreads

About the book:

If Chase Dearborn, the powerful Earl of Allyndale, found Meredee Price's family in Scarborough, surely he'd continue his quest to challenge Meredee's stepbrother to a duel. Meredee is determined to avoid the earl at all costs. But saving a drowning young lady thwarts Meredee's plans when her act of heroism nets her the attention of the lady's brother and guardian—none other than Chase himself.

Meredee's gentle ways and tranquil beauty touch Chase's guarded heart from the moment he meets her. He's waited a lifetime for a worthy companion—someone he can trust with his deepest secrets. But then he discovers that Meredee has harbored a secret of her own, one that love may not overcome.

My rating:

My thoughts:

The Irresistible Earl is the fourth book I've read by Regina Scott and I really enjoyed it! I really liked the characters and loved seeing them grow. One character in particular surprised me as I had misjudged him and what kind of man he was - I was pleased to find out I was wrong and he was actually a great guy. :)

A little bit of The Irresistible Earl reminded me of Cinderella - Meredee's father had remarried giving her a stepmother and stepbrother. Later, her father dies and Meredee sort of has to serve her stepmother - who isn't evil or anything, just needy.

The romance was very sweet and made The Irresistible Earl even more enjoyable to read. Sir Trevor Fitzwilliam was introduced in this book and I look forward to reading An Honorable Gentleman (Trevor's story) as soon as I can. I recommend The Irresistible Earl if you enjoy historical romance. :)

*I received this book as a gift from the author. I did not have to write a review, but chose to - all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*

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Sunshine Award!!

I was awarded the Sunshine Award from Lena (Love of a Lifetime)

The rules are:

1. Answer the 8 questions the person who awarded you asked
2. Nominate 8 new people (no tag-backs) and notify them on their blog
3. Ask 8 new questions (or reuse the ones you were asked) for your nominees to answer

Lena's questions:

1.   What's your favorite kind of music?

I don't know if I have a FAVORITE. I mostly listen to Christian music, but the genres vary. I love pop, rock, hip-hop, rap, praise&worship... I guess if I had to choose, I'd pick pop. ;)

2.   What are your favorite party games?

I like card games a lot. I also like various games on the Wii.

3.   What's your favorite holiday drink?

I love sparkling juices.

4.   What would you say is your worst fear?

Don't know if this is my worst fear, but tornadoes/bad weather freak me out. :|

5.   What's your favorite hobby?

Uhhh.... reading! :) I also like crocheting. :D

6.   Who's your favorite author?

Now, this is a tough question! I have so many favorite authors! Robin Parrish, Brandilyn Collins, Colleen Coble, Lisa T. Bergren... I could go on and on, but I won't. I do have a list of some of my favorites, though, if you want to check it out.

7.   Have you ever received any other Blogger awards?

Yes, I have received six other blogs awards - Liebster Blog Award, One Lovely Blog Award, Versatile Blogger Award, Tell Me About Yourself Award, Irresistibly Sweet Blog Award, and Helpful Blogger Award.

8.   What's your favorite climate?

Don't think I have a favorite. I love snow, but I also love when it is really hot (but not humid). Total opposites, I know. ;)

Here are the 8 people I nominate:

1. Abbi ~ Christian Novels
2. Crystal ~ Just Another Book Lovin' Girl
3.  Julie ~ My Favorite Pastime
4. Wendy ~ Wall-to-Wall Books
5. Megan ~ Hardcover Feedback
6. Kara ~ My Thoughts and Book Reviews
7. Brooke ~ i blog 4 books
8. Charity U ~ Austenitis

My 8 questions:

1. What is your favorite TV show?

2. Have you ever read a book based on a friend's recommendation alone? If so, what was it and did you like it?

3. What is your favorite Bible verse?

4. What is your least favorite food?

5. Who is your favorite professional sports team?

6. What is your favorite part about blogging?

7. What is your favorite Christmas song?

8. What are five of your all-time favorite books?

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Review: Offworld by Robin Parrish

Offworld by Robin Parrish

Bethany House / 2009

Find on: Amazon, Goodreads

About the book:

"Every Person on This Planet Has Disappeared." 

Commander Christopher Burke and his crew are humanity's greatest explorers. They've finished their mission on the red dirt of Mars and now they just want to get back to Earth. To see friends, family, and loved ones. To be home. But even with communication to ground control cut and a perilous landing, nothing could prepare the crew for what they discover when they step foot back on planet Earth. Everyone...everywhere...is gone. It's not a dream. It's not a trick. Now Burke and his team have one mission: find out who or what is behind the disappearance of all mankind.

My rating: 

I have not read a Robin Parrish book that I did not enjoy, so I was very much looking forward to Offworld and it definitely met my expectations!

The story was very good and interesting throughout, although it wasn't until Chris and his team got back to earth that my attention was really grabbed. :)

I was surprised by how things turned out at the end of Offworld - it was NOT what I was expecting - and while I did find a few things really weird, it did make for an intriguing story.

I really liked the characters - my favorite probably being Terry with Owen and Chris close behind. :)

Overall, I really liked Offworld and recommend it for fans of suspense books with some sci-fi elements.

*I did not get this book for review - it is my own personal copy. I was not required to write a review, I chose to. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*

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Weekend Wrap-Up & Giveaway Winner!!

Weekend Wrap-up is where I share what I read this past week, am currently reading, and hope to read this coming week, and (when applicable) the current giveaways/giveaway winners. Occasionally I'll post some other stuff as well.

Feel free to join along and post your own Weekend Wrap-up on your blog/site (if you do, please leave the link in a comment so I can stop by) or, in a comment, share what you've accomplished (reading-wise) this past week. :)

 What I've read this week:



SO happy I was able to finish 4 books this week!! :)

What I'm currently reading:

 What I hope to read next week:

I hope to read most of those books next week. :)

Reviews posted this week:

Evacuation by Jennifer Hartz

  Current Giveaways!

Enter to win a copy of If We Survive by Andrew Klavan! US only. Ends 12/11



Enter to win an autographed print copy of Starflower by Anne Elisabeth Stengl, along with some fun extras (bookmarks, pencils, etc.). US only.

Giveaway Winner!



The winner of their choice of one of Serena B. Miller's books is...

Brooke!!*

*Winner has been contacted and has until 12/14 to claim her prize.

There you have it, that is what I accomplished (reading-wise) this week! What about you?

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