2-3-4 Challenge Book Discussions #2 discussion

Any other topics you’d like to discuss? Your overall opinion of the story?

It looks like I am in the minority on this one because I enjoyed it a lot more than the first book. The mystery was gripping with several intense moments. That said, it was irritating that the killer wasn't any of the suspects in the book.

I also like Nikki and Reed and am interested to see how their relationship develops.

It was a very different style of story from the first one which was more like a soap opera. This one was more classic thriller/romantic suspense. The Morning After was a bit slower in the first half but came together nicely by the end. Mmm.. I'm not sure which one I preferred. Both 3.5 star reads for different reasons. Even though it was slow to get running the relationship between Reed and Nikki was a lot more solid than Adam and Caitlin. I think we've all made our thoughts known on that one. 😒

I liked this so much more than the first book and am SO happy I used an Audible credit for the audiobook because the narrator, Natalie Naudus elevated the story through her performance. Her storytelling is excellent and she did a great job in giving distinctive voice to the main characters. I’m not sure I would have enjoyed it as much of I’d read it.

That said, I’m just not invested in any of these characters. The first book resolved an open issue in the New Orleans series but aside from a few character mentions here from that series, I don’t see the need to stick around. I’m ready to go back to The Big Easy.

I am all for going back to the New Orleans series. I didn't read this book and I'm glad I didn't.

Maybe it would be better listening with a good narrator.

For some reason I liked the way this story began. There was a lot of promise, but by 50% in I had to force myself to read to the end. Maybe if I took a break for a couple days, I would enjoy it more, and be more positive about the characters. I still like Reed, but I'm not buying Reed and Nikki.

I'm with all of you, I'm ready to get back to New Orleans especially since I'm sitting at the Cafe Du Monde enjoying a beignet at the moment. I came with my son who is here for a conference. I love this place.

Ooh, Sharon so jealous.

I already borrowed book 3 from the library, so I'll be reading regardless. Plus I always read in order, it's a superpower, LOL. And also there's a book 4 just released .

I understand Lisa, but I thought the series now switches back to NO series, according to the author's website.

Sharon wrote: "I understand Lisa, but I thought the series now switches back to NO series, according to the author's website."

Ohhh, I didn't know that. My bad. I'll just have to read out of order this time, LOL. Better get onto my library catalogue and get the next New Orleans book then. All good.

You can let us know if the series improves.

Don’t forget the series topic includes the reading order. If ever you have a question as to what comes next, please reference.

Sharon wrote: "I'm with all of you, I'm ready to get back to New Orleans especially since I'm sitting at the Cafe Du Monde enjoying a beignet at the moment. I came with my son who is here for a conference. I love this place..."

I am green with envy. I would love to spend a week, or a month, in New Orleans and the Bayou area. They are my favorite settings for books.

I'm only here for 4 days. It was last minute. My grandson wanted to go with his dad. I got to be babysitter.

Sharon wrote: "I'm with all of you, I'm ready to get back to New Orleans especially since I'm sitting at the Cafe Du Monde enjoying a beignet at the moment. I came with my son who is here for a conference. I love this place."

Going to New Orleans is on my bucket list. Enjoy!

Sharon wrote: "I understand Lisa, but I thought the series now switches back to NO series, according to the author's website."

Yes, Shiver is next. We will be with the NO series for a few book now IIRC.

Lauren wrote: "Sharon wrote: "I'm with all of you, I'm ready to get back to New Orleans especially since I'm sitting at the Cafe Du Monde enjoying a beignet at the moment. I came with my son who is here for a con..."

Oh mine too! I want to do a cruise down the Mississippi and end in New Orleans.

Lisa - (Aussie Girl) wrote: "Oh mine too! I want to do a cruise down the Mississippi and end in New Orleans."

That sounds fantastic! Maybe next year...

Lauren wrote: "Lisa - (Aussie Girl) wrote: "Oh mine too! I want to do a cruise down the Mississippi and end in New Orleans."

That sounds fantastic! Maybe next year..."

If only... Australia has to be vaccinated to 80% of the adult population before they will open our international borders and we're at 17% at the moment. Although it's a huge incentive so I live in hope!

Lisa - (Aussie Girl) wrote: "Lauren wrote: "Sharon wrote: "I'm with all of you, I'm ready to get back to New Orleans especially since I'm sitting at the Cafe Du Monde enjoying a beignet at the moment. I came with my son who is..."

We took the cruise down the Mississippi when we were first married, about 100 years ago. I'm thinking about doing it again.

I’ve been to NO about 9 times, 8 pre-Katrina. I’ve done just about everything.

Jonetta wrote: "I’ve been to NO about 9 times, 8 pre-Katrina. I’ve done just about everything."

If I ever get to plan a holiday there, I'll know to come to you and Sharon for tourist advice.

Lisa, one of those trips was to visit different venues to plan a major sales team trip. I definitely have some ideas if you're ever interested.

Jonetta wrote: "Lisa, one of those trips was to visit different venues to plan a major sales team trip. I definitely have some ideas if you're ever interested."

Great. Now if the pandemic cooperates I'll be set! Thank you.