Sunday, April 7, 2013

{Sign Up} Elementals Read Along

Elementals Read Along


As part of the Spirit Blog Tour hosted by The Midnight Garden, Steph from Cuddlebuggery and I have been chosen as Elemental Virgins, meaning we are complete newbies to the series and are giving up our Elementals v-cards to those Merrick boys we've heard so much about.  In addition to hosting one of the hotties characters from the series on the tour, we are also co-hosting a read along and we'd love it if you'd join and pop your Elementals cherries with us!

The read along is for the first three full-length novels in the series:

Storm (Elemental, #1)Spark (Elemental, #2)Spirit (Elemental, #3)
Click on the images above to be taken to the Goodreads page for each book.

Here's the schedule for the read along:

April 15th - 28th - We'll read Storm cover to cover and discuss on one of our Goodreads threads.
April 29th - May 12th - For the duration of these two weeks, we'll be reading and discussing Spark.
May 13th - May 26th - For everyone who already has an advance copy of Spirit, we'll be finishing up this book just in time for it's official release date on 5/28.


Elemental (Elemental, #0.5)Additionally, the publisher is giving everyone free access to the Elemental novella for the months of April and May.  You can get your copy by going here and entering promo code VCARD.  This link will be active until May 31st.

We'll be reading this novella on Sunday, April 14th, in preparation for the official read along.

ETA:  Kensington is having issues with the download of the novella but expects the issue to be fixed within 12 hours.  Lindsey also let us know in the comments that anyone desiring a physical copy of the novella might be able to find it in the first book as bonus material.



Interested in joining us as we lose it to the Merrick boys?  Then link up below and grab the badge below for your blog!



Elementals Read Along

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In addition to the tour-sponsored giveaway, Steph and I will each be giving away a signed set of the first three Elementals books at the end of the read along.  With the completion of each book, more possible entries will be added for participation in discussions, reviews, etc.  This giveaway is US only, sorry!

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We have a week to stock up on provisions in preparation for all the swooning we're about to do as we prime ourselves to lose it to the Elementals series.  I can't freaking wait!!!

Big thanks to Wendy at The Midnight Garden, Brigid Kemmerer & KTeen for this opportunity!

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56 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 7, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    Do you have to have a blog to participate?

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 6:43 AM

      No, you can totally link to your Goodreads account. In fact, that's where we'll be discussing the books as we finish each one. =)

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    2. UnknownApril 8, 2013 at 12:58 PM

      Awesome! All signed up! What is the Goodreads group called so I can join?

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    3. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 1:06 PM

      Well, we're waiting to see how much participation we have before we create a group. As of right now, we'll be discussing on our individual review threads:

      Storm: Steph's review
      Spark: my review
      Spirit: Steph's review

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  2. Cali W.April 8, 2013 at 1:16 AM

    Awesome! I love these books so much. Too bad I don't have a blog to join the read along. I have already read the fist two books and the novella though! :)

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    1. Cali W.April 8, 2013 at 1:18 AM

      oh! never mind I guess I can try and link my goodreads account. :)

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    2. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 6:44 AM

      Yep! :D Thanks for signing up!

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  3. Rachel April 8, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    Have fun Jen! I hope you enjoy this amazing series and meet Brigid! She is the sweetest! Gosh, isn't the button just superb?

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      It is! I just love that thing! :) And thanks...I hope I get to meet her, too!

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  4. Sara @ Forever 17 BooksApril 8, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    I wish I could do this too! Especially since I have not read any of these yet! I just don't think I have the time right now. :( I'm going to bookmark this, just in case something changes in the next week. Have fun! :)

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      Oh, I hope you get to join in the fun, Sara! I've heard those Merrick boys are worth it! :D

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  5. LinaApril 8, 2013 at 1:05 PM

    Awesome idea :-) I've had this series in my TBR pile for so long. 5 hot guys, fun ppl to share & discuss thoughts!
    It will be grandiose

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 8, 2013 at 1:08 PM

      Happy to have you! Apparently, there are quite a few of us missing out on the fun! :)

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  6. GabbieApril 9, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    Hey Jen! When I tried to download the .5 novella, it wouldn't download. Do you have any idea how I can? Thanks!

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 9, 2013 at 12:48 PM

      I just tried it myself and got the following message when I tried to download it: The requested eBook title is currently not available for download at this time. This most often occurs when the title has not been released by the publisher for general distribution. Please try again later.

      I've contacted someone for assistance and will let you know what I find out. Thanks for letting me know!

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    2. The Reading DateApril 9, 2013 at 5:08 PM

      I got the same message when I tried to download it. It says the book is out of stock. I bought the kindle edition for $0.99 anyway.

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    3. UnknownApril 9, 2013 at 6:56 PM

      I actually checked a paperback copy out from my local library and the cover says "Includes bonus novella" and when I looked it's Elemental. I think its the whole novella too. I don't know if that info would help anyone out at all.

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    4. starryeyedjenApril 9, 2013 at 7:03 PM

      Okay, guys. Kensington (the publisher) says that the outside vendor they use for the delivery of their ebooks is having problems with the files. They're working on the problem and expect it to be fixed within 12 hours.

      And thanks for that suggestion, Lindsey!

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  7. Wendy DarlingApril 13, 2013 at 2:42 AM

    Oh my stars, look at all the people signed up for this readalong! Yay! You guys are going to have a blast reading this series, I just know it. Thank you SO much for being one of our virgins...though I don't think you'll find it a sacrifice to be pushed towards these boys. ;)

    Wendy @ The Midnight Garden

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  8. Cali W.April 29, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    My review of Storm!
    http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/389207267

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 30, 2013 at 7:05 PM

      So glad you had fun with this book, Cali! And thanks for sharing your review!

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  9. Ashley D.April 29, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    My review of Storm:
    http://bluehourbooks.tumblr.com/post/46542839698/book-review-storm-by-brigid-kemmerer

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 30, 2013 at 7:06 PM

      Love your review, Ashley! Thanks for linking up!

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  10. UnknownApril 29, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Here is the link to my review of Storm!
    http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/589050907

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 30, 2013 at 7:10 PM

      Great review, Lindsey! Loved the character breakdown. :) Thanks for sharing!

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    2. UnknownMay 24, 2013 at 12:01 AM

      My review of Spark is now up!
      http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/600715790

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    3. UnknownMay 24, 2013 at 12:04 AM

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    4. starryeyedjenMay 24, 2013 at 9:38 AM

      Thanks for sharing your review of Spark, Lindsey! And I agree, not the biggest Quinn fan. Can't wait to see what you think of Spirit! :)

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    5. UnknownMay 27, 2013 at 9:19 PM

      Just finished Spirit and my review is up! Thank you again for mentioning Netgalley! I'm really excited to have gotten approved to finish the readalong with everyone! Ai loved Spirit!
      Spirit
      http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/601323130

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  11. Bewitched readerApril 30, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    WOW!! I've been DYING to read this series!! Everyone says this series is like SO GOOD!! This giveaway would be SO VERY AWESOME to win! *fingers crossed* Thank you so much for your generous giveaway prize!! Thank you so much for a chance to win and for being a part of this fun and awesome blog hop!! Good luck to you all!!

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  12. UnknownApril 30, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    So I told you the other day that my library informed me that it was going to take at least two weeks to get me a copy of Spark on twitter (lyns8705). I sent them a recommendation to purchase the kindle edition for their electronic library and to put me on hold first in line... just got an email. They bought it & put me first in line, so I will be starting Spark on time! Very, very happy & excited!

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    1. starryeyedjenApril 30, 2013 at 7:12 PM

      Oh, that's awesome!!! Bet you're glad you asked! =) Can't wait to see what you think of Spark!

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  13. KimberleighMay 2, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    Well, I haven't been able to keep up with the time it takes to maintain a blog, but the time that I did use it I got a review of Storm up. Loved it!

    http://allthelovelybooks.blogspot.com/2012/05/review-storm-by-brigid-kemmerer.html

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 15, 2013 at 7:12 PM

      Hey, sometimes it's just more fun to keep reading! Thanks for linking your review! :)

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  14. HollyMay 3, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    My blog post review of Storm! :) I loved it, and I can't wait to read Spark.

    http://skizzles22hu.blogspot.com/2013/05/dont-wait-for-storm-to-pass.html

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 15, 2013 at 7:14 PM

      I see that it did not take you long to get through Spark either. :P Thanks for sharing!

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  15. Cali W.May 10, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    My review of Spark! <3
    http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/412930081

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 15, 2013 at 7:19 PM

      I'm glad you liked the book, Cali! More Merrick brother for me, too! :)

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  16. HollyMay 10, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    My review of Spark!

    http://skizzles22hu.blogspot.com/2013/05/dont-lose-spark.html

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  17. itsRayMarieMay 13, 2013 at 3:49 PM

    My review of Storm at TheNerdHerdReads

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 15, 2013 at 7:24 PM

      Yay, thanks for linking up! So happy you're reading with us! =)

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  18. UnknownMay 15, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Yay! I have people I can fangirl with. My sister's getting annoyed by my hyperventiliations. My review can be found here.

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  19. Kate CopeseeleyMay 17, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Hi there! I love your blog layout, super cute!!

    Here are the links to my two reviews for Storm and Spark on goodreads:
    http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/589427244
    http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12977172-spark

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 21, 2013 at 7:58 PM

      Thanks! And thanks for sharing your reviews!!! Thanks for reading along with us!

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  20. UnknownMay 19, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Does anyone have a kindle copy of Breathless they can loan? My library STILL hasn't gotten a copy.

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 21, 2013 at 7:59 PM

      Sorry, Lindsey...I got my copy through Netgalley, and it looks like they've already archived the title. :(

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    2. itsRayMarieMay 23, 2013 at 7:45 PM

      If you get Spirit through Netgalley, it has Breathless at the end of it (if you haven't read Spirit yet)

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  21. itsRayMarieMay 20, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    My review of Spark the NerdHerdReads

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    1. starryeyedjenMay 21, 2013 at 8:02 PM

      Thanks for sharing your review! I'm glad we have a Michael fan in the house! :D

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    2. itsRayMarieMay 23, 2013 at 7:44 PM

      haha I hate that his full-length book is the last :( I can't wait that long!

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    3. starryeyedjenMay 24, 2013 at 9:38 AM

      I know! But I'll bet he's worth the wait. ;)

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  22. Ashley D.May 27, 2013 at 1:21 AM

    Here's my review of Spark. :D
    http://bluehourbooks.tumblr.com/post/51455868213/book-review-spark-by-brigid-kemmerer

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