Jana M Floyd
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FLOYD’S BOOKCLUB – JUNE
Welcome, to Floyd’s Book Club! Below you will find a list of the books I have read within the current month – complete with “Love,” “Weeping,” and “Donita” Factors. I even have links to the books on Amazon, for your viewing pleasure!
I sincerely hope that you find a book or two within this newsletter that catches your interest. Whether you pick one up at the library, a local bookstore, or on your E-reader – I wish you Happy Reading!
– Jana M. Floyd
The Deep by Alma Katsu
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor
If you like the Maas’ or Shinn’s tales, this might be a series you want to check out.
Karou is a normal, human, teenage girl. But she was raised in a world that no other humans know about. The demons she considers her family are a secret from the rest of her human world. That is until mysterious black handprints begin appearing on their portal doorways. The Angels have come.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
*Donita Factor: This factor will tell you if there are any steamy bits in the book. The scale will be measured by Teapots of Steam. 1 being just a little steam and 5 being… well…. you get the picture.
Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
Into the Black Nowhere by Meg Gardiner 
Boy Howdy, does Gardiner know how to write a page-turning thriller.
This is Book Two in the UNSUB series. You definitely need to read them in order. Check out Book One in April’s Issue.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
The Honey Don’t List by Christina Lauren 
I have yet to meet a Lauren book that I didn’t like. This one is a little on the nose with its star TV remodeling couple. But I still loved it.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 3 out of 5 Teapots
The Master Butchers Singing Club by Louise Erdich
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
When We Were Vikings by Andrew David McDonald
This is, hands down, one of the most beautiful books I’ve had the pleasure of reading. Do yourself a favor…
The End.
Weeping Factor: 3 out of 5 Tears
Smoke Bitten by Patricia Briggs 
Book Twelve in the Mercy Thompson Series. Read them in order. They are pretty great.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
Sage Volume 6-9 by Brian K Vaughan
*Huge Mature Content Disclaimer Here*
Something no one told me when I started this series is that there may not be more to come. Which is upsetting. While I have LOVED Saga, I can’t wholeheartedly recommend knowing that it may not continue.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 5 out of 5 Teapots
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaimen
This isn’t Marvel’s version of the Viking gods, of that I can assure you. But it does stay true to the legends as far as I can tell. I recommend it if you are looking for some ancient gods and their tales of heroism.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
The One and Only by Emily Griffin 
I picked this book up simply because I needed a quick romance to bury my head in. Imagine how thrilled I was to learn that there was football too! This novel took me through a range of emotions that I was not expecting. And that, I think, is a sign of wonderful writing.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
If you would like to send me a book recommendation, become a guest reviewer, or just want to chat about any of the books in today’s issue – please feel free to email me or comment on this post!
FLOYD’S BOOKCLUB – APRIL
Welcome, to Floyd’s Book Club! Below you will find a list of the books I have read within the current month – complete with “Love,” “Weeping,” and “Donita” Factors. I even have links to the books on Amazon, for your viewing pleasure!
I sincerely hope that you find a book or two within this newsletter that catches your interest. Whether you pick one up at the library, a local bookstore, or on your E-reader – I wish you Happy Reading!
– Jana M. Floyd
Saga Volumes 1-5 by Brian K. Vaughan
Okay….. *Huge Mature Content Disclaimer Here*
I had been told so many times that I would like these Graphic Novels. And… everyone was 100% right. I LOVE THEM. The story is gripping, as is the artwork. There are 9 volumes published currently. I am trying to draw out the last four… but I am not a patient woman.
As for a description, I would say Romo & Juliet meets epic space war meets memoir.
*Shout out to Ryan Johnson for the loan!*
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 10 out of 5 Teapots
*Donita Factor: This factor will tell you if there are any steamy bits in the book. The scale will be measured by Teapots of Steam. 1 being just a little steam and 5 being… well…. you get the picture.
The Book of Lost Things by John Connolly 
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
UNSUB by Meg Gardiner
I am sure I heard about this one on a podcast, though I have no idea which one. Ironically, this story takes place over Easter – which happens to be the week I was reading it.
Caitlin’s father, a police detective, had been consumed with catching the serial killer dubbed The Prophet. With only six months into her own detective career, The Prophet makes a dramatic re-entrance. As much as Caitlin and the team of investigators need to keep the case professional, The Prophet gets personal. And Caitlin struggles just to keep her head above water.
Love Factor: 5 out of 5 Hearts
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
The Horse Whisperer by Nicholas Evans
Read all of Evans’ work. ALL OF IT. Some of you may remember the huge popularity around the Film, of the same name, in the 90’s. Maybe that is why I held off on reading this once. I was foolish.
A tragedy befalls a girl and her horse one winter morning. While neither should have lived, they both came out of it emotionally and physically damaged. Only the Horse Whisper can help the begin to heal.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots.
Crescent City by Sarah J Maas
The long-awaited new series from Maas. *Insert Hallaulueh Chorus here* Huge Thank You to Victoria for loaning me her Advanced Reader Copy, even though I didn’t really start it until a couple of days before it was officially released.
I admit. This one is vastly different than her other two series, and it did take a few minutes to get into it. But the end is WORTH IT. And I cannot wait for the next novel in the series.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 2 out of 5 Teapots.
If you would like to send me a book recommendation, become a guest reviewer, or just want to chat about any of the books in today’s issue – please feel free to email me or comment on this post!
FLOYD’S BOOK CLUB – MARCH
Welcome, to Floyd’s Book Club! Below you will find a list of the books I have read within the current month – complete with “Love,” “Weeping,” and “Donita” Factors. I even have links to the books on Amazon, for your viewing pleasure!
I sincerely hope that you find a book or two within this newsletter that catches your interest. Whether you pick one up at the library, a local bookstore, or on your E-reader – I wish you Happy Reading!
– Jana M. Floyd
The Dark Horse by Craig Johnson 
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Junkyard Dogs by Craig Johnson
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Hell is Empty by Craig Johnson
When convicted prisoners escape in his county, Longmire has to track them and their hostages deep into the Bighorn Mountain range. Walt goes head to head with a deep winter blizzard and begins to lose his grip.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
The Institute by Stephen King
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Dangerous Alliance by Jennifer Cohen
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
If you would like to send me a book recommendation, become a guest reviewer, or just want to chat about any of the books in today’s issue – please feel free to email me or comment on this post!
FLOYD’S BOOKCLUB – FEBRUARY
Welcome, to Floyd’s Book Club! Below you will find a list of the books I have read within the current month – complete with “Love,” “Weeping,” and “Donita” Factors. I even have links to the books on Amazon, for your viewing pleasure!
I sincerely hope that you find a book or two within this newsletter that catches your interest. Whether you pick one up at the library, a local bookstore, or on your E-reader – I wish you Happy Reading!
– Jana M. Floyd
The Hunger by Alma Katsu
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
*Donita Factor: This factor will tell you if there are any steamy bits in the book. The scale will be measured by Teapots of Steam. 1 being just a little steam and 5 being… well…. you get the picture.
Summer Sisters by Judy Blume 
This was my first Judy Blume book and I found it delightfully written.
Two girls grow up together and form an unbreakable friendship. But that friendship isn’t immune from the growing pains that make up our lives.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 2 out of 5 Teapots
Twice in a Blue Moon by Christina Lauren
I love Christina Lauren books. LOVE. This one was no exception. Though, it is not my favorite of Lauren’s tales.
The title really tells it all. Two people fall in love, hearts are broken, and then 14 years later they are forced to deal with the tragic tale of their love.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 2 out of 5 Teapots
The Cold Dish by Craig Johnson 
People have been telling me that I would love the TV series Longmire for years now. And then I learned that they are books. AND I LOVE THEM!
Walt Longmire is the cantankerous sheriff of a small county in Wyoming. The relatively quiet community is shaken by the murder of a young man who had happened to be involved in a rape case years prior.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Death Without Company by Craig Johnson
Book two of the Longmire Mystery books.
Johnson brings back our favorite sheriff and his host of wonderful characters to look into the simple death of a woman in assisted living. However, the previous sheriff of Absaroka County is convinced she was poisoned.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Kindness Goes Unpunished by Craig Johnson 
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
Another Man’s Moccasins by Craig Johnson 
Book four! Okay. One of the many things I love about these books is that they are decidedly not the old, tired western stories of dull gunfights, stampedes, and ridiculous prejudices. The characters WONDERFUL. The stories are thought-provoking and challenge a reader to think outside of the box. I cannot say enough good things about them. It’s a sure bet you will see more of the series in the coming months. I also think my dad would have really enjoyed this series.
Walt Longmire is reminded of his time in Vietnam when a young Vietnamese woman is found dead along the interstate and only one suspect seems likely. But crime isn’t as simple as it appears.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
If you would like to send me a book recommendation, become a guest reviewer, or just want to chat about any of the books in today’s issue – please feel free to email me or comment on this post!
FLOYD’S BOOKCLUB – JANUARY
Welcome, to Floyd’s Book Club! Below you will find a list of the books I have read within the current month – complete with “Love,” “Weeping,” and “Donita” Factors. I even have links to the books on Amazon, for your viewing pleasure!
I sincerely hope that you find a book or two within this newsletter that catches your interest. Whether you pick one up at the library, a local bookstore, or on your E-reader – I wish you Happy Reading!
– Jana M. Floyd
Darkfever by Karen Marie Moning
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
*Donita Factor: 1 out of 5 Teapots
*Donita Factor: This factor will tell you if there are any steamy bits in the book. The scale will be measured by Teapots of Steam. 1 being just a little steam and 5 being… well…. you get the picture.
Children of Virtue and Vengence by Tomi Adeyemi
The long await sequel to the AMAZING Children of Blood and Bone. Definitely read it before picking up this one. But you should probably read them both. ASAP. 😀
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
The Testaments by Margaret Atwood 
Weeping Factor: 1 out of 5 Tears
The Golden Son by Pierce Brown
Yet another sequel! Make sure you read book one, or you will be pretty lost in this series.
Shout out to my cousin, Anna, for turning me onto this series – even though it’s taking me a while to continue it.
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
The Witch’s Kind by Louisa Morgan
Weeping Factor: 0 out of 5 Tears
