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Hey Janna,Yes, I'll try to get them up before the weekend is over. Sorry I have been crazy busy and just have not had time.
For our January 2024 Series continuation, the title we are reading is:
Ruthless Vows By Rebecca RossOn the 1st you can begin discussing the contents of the book and things like…
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For our January 2024 Series title we are reading: 
Defy the Night By Brigid KemmererOn the 1st you can begin discussing the contents of the book and things like…
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For our January 2024 Stand Alone title we are reading: 
Our Cursed Love By Julie AbeOn the 1st you can begin discussing the contents of the book and things like…
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For our January 2024 Theme we are reading:
All My Rage By Sabaa TahirOn the 1st you can begin discussing the contents of the book and things like…
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Probably not any of these but found these that kinda similar to your description...
Across the Universe by Beth Revis
The Jesus Incident By Frank Herbert
The Salvation Gambit by Emily Skrutskie
Is it a newer book or older? Part of a series?
Hi Marissa, do you have a link to this on goodreads or amazon so people can find it?
Voting for January BOTM has now closed. I wanted to send out the winners so that you can obtain a copy in time to start reading them on 1/1/2024!Standalone Read:
Our Cursed Love By Julie AbeContinued Series Read:
Ruthless Vows By Rebecca RossNew Series Read:
Defy the Night By Brigid KemmererThemed Read:
All My Rage By Sabaa Tahir
For our December 2023 Series continuation, the title we are reading is:
The Ballad of Never After By Stephanie Garber
For now, please do not discuss the story.
However, feel free to chat as much as you'd like about the format you've chosen to read, the blurb, any introduction if one exists, the cover design, and other books you've read by this author.
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For our December 2023 Stand Alone title we are reading: 
Check & Mate By Ali HazelwoodFor now, please do not discuss the story.
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For our December 2023 Theme: Winter/Holiday, the title we are reading is:
The Winter Garden By Alexandra BellFor now, please do not discuss the story.
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For our December 2023 Series title we are reading: 
The Jasmine Throne By Tasha SuriFor now, please do not discuss the story.
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I almost DNF'd this one. I stuck it out and the ending saved it for me. The first 75% for me was just boring and drawn out and lots of Shakespeare. In the end because of the end lol I gave it 3 stars.
Nov 18, 2023 09:32AM
Kate, will the sequel to Hello, Goodbye be a continuation of the story with the same characters?
Nov 18, 2023 12:16AM
Hello Addicted to YA! Our second November guest for Addicted to YA’s author feature is Kate Stollenwerck! Let’s have a warm Addicted to YA welcome for Kate here on this thread!!
Author Bio:
Kate, a fifth-generation Texan, was born and raised in Dallas. She graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Arts in history and earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin School of Law.
Kate practiced law for several years at a large firm in Chicago. She left the practice to stay home with her young daughter and pursue her dream of writing. More babies arrived and took up more time than she imagined, and not much writing took place. She finally pulled out a rusty manuscript in the summer of 2019 and has been writing ever since.
Kate resides in Florida with her husband and three children. Her debut novel, Hello, Goodbye, released on August 2, 2022.
Book Name: Hello, Goodbye
Book Description:
Hello, Goodbye
A charming and heartfelt novel about a girl helping her grandmother unravel an old family secret that leads to adventure and love over one unforgettable summer.
Fifteen-year-old Hailey Rogers is sure her summer is ruined when her parents force her to spend a few days a week helping her grandmother, Gigi. Although she only lives across town, she never sees her grandmother and knows little about her. But Gigi is full of surprises—and family secrets. Throw in the gorgeous boy down the street, and Hailey’s ruined summer might just be the best of her life.
When tragedy strikes and lies are uncovered, Hailey’s life suddenly falls apart. Unearthing clues from her great-grandfather in an old letter, she takes off on a road trip to solve a family mystery with the only person she can trust. The past and present collide in a forgotten Texas town, and Hailey is forced to choose what she truly values in life.
Q&A
Do you have a Guilty Pleasure book?
The Fourth Wing! Can't wait to read Iron Flame!!
What is your favorite quote?
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." - Wayne Gretzky
What is your favorite movie and why?
The Holiday because I love a good holiday romance. Jude Law, Kate Winslet, Cameron Diaz, Jack Black and Christmas instantly make me happy!
What is your favorite genre to read? To write?
I love to read a good mystery/thriller, but I love to write YA. I love coming-of-age stories.
Which authors inspire you?
I am inspired by women debut authors finding success later in life - getting a "second" career. Delia Owens and Bonnie Garmus for sure.
What is the best part about being an author?
Just letting my creativity flow. I'm a pantser writer and sometimes I often surprise myself with where a story ends up going!
Give us an insight into your main character. What do they do that is so special?
She loves fiercely and will do anything for those she loves.
What was the hardest thing about writing your last book?
Killing off my favorite character. I wept as I wrote the scene.
Anything Additional to add?
I've finished the sequel to HELLO, GOODBYE. Should be coming out in 2024 at some point!!
Catch up with Kate and find out more info at the Links below!
Goodreads Link
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Goodbye-...
Website Link: www.katestollenwerck.com
Instagram Handle: @katestollenwerckauthor
Instagram Link: www.instagram.com/katestollenwerckauthor
**GIVEAWAY**
TODAY ONLY Kate and Addicted to YA are hosting an international giveaway for 25 ebook copies of her book.
To enter, all you have to do is be a member of our group and have participated in this author feature post. Comment on something above or ask Kate a question in the discussion below, and then enter here: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/disp...?
I think for me it was just less of a fantasy and more a historical romance. I would have like to have seen more fantasy and world building.
Finished this one last night...well very early this morning I guess. Don't come at me but... It was just a "meh" for me. It wasn't bad but it wasn't good, to me. I will leave book 2 on my TBR but probably won't ever read it.
Allyson wrote: "I went to the store to buy it but they only had volume 2 :(("I bought it but then realized I could just read it all on Webtoons.
https://www.webtoons.com/en/romance/l...
Finished this last night! At first I was thinking like what is this... and this is YA...? Haha but as I went on, I loved it! Excited to read more.
