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Wrap up for October - tagged book my favorite of the month - I really enjoy Marrs' books -

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This unique story is told through the POV of five characters who have found their “match”- perfect DNA soulmate. Nick (already in a relationship) Ellie (founder of the match company) Mandy (desperate for love and a family) Jade (young and adventurous)and Christopher (serial killer). Perfectly written -overall very, very good!
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I love the old movies and Vincent Price!! 31% - once again I've heard of a lot of the movies, just have not seen them!

Headed to Boston - will be stopping at Brattle Book Shop (right by our hotel) and the public library📚

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I scored a 34% - I have heard of many of the movies, I just have not seen them yet -
Batman, Fargo and original and remake of The Fly!

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That last line tho 🤣 💀

Wow. This book has left an imprint on me. I was not expecting this book to be so good let alone one of my favorite of the year! This is a great mix of a mystery with a bit of thriller/murder mystery that made me lose sleep to finish and find out what happened next. There are multiple characters and the short chapters to keep you on your toes. 5🍄/5🍄

“It‘s that feeling you don‘t get when you‘re around anyone else, like nobody in the world matters when you‘re in their company. Like you and them are this one, solitary...thing... And no matter what crap the world throws at you, you can get through it because you have them on your side.”

I just finished this book and omg was it incredible!!
5/5⭐️

I didn‘t really know what to expect for this one. I found it on Hoopla looking for an audio book and thought I would give it a go. Wow, I am so glad I did! I ended up loving it. The concept is very interesting; we have one person who is our DNA match. I loved all of the individual stories. They took many twists and turns that kept me on my toes. I really liked that the author looked at so many possibilities and kept me interested in all of them.

Entertaining, over-the-top listen. Twists galore. I can see this being a good book club choice. Intriguing premise that gets you thinking. The dialogue was a bit cheesy at times and characters somewhat flat and unlikable, but it‘s a fun ride if you aren‘t feeling too critical. My first Marrs. Interested in giving one of his other books a try. Maybe The Passengers next? Looks like he has a new one coming soon, The Family Experiment.

This was such a good psychological thriller. Thankyou @BarbaraBB for the recommendation. It was just what the doctor ordered. A good easy read with just enough edge to it. I‘ve ordered more John Marrs already .. great stuff. 👍🏻♥️

It was't quite what I expected, but it was an original modern story. It was crazy, dark, ridiculous and twisty. I really didn‘t like all the characters, but the story was (mildly) compelling :)

#BookReport 02/24

Despite working again I managed to read three books. Admitted, Weasels is very short! I was a bit underwhelmed by it. The tagged one is this week‘s favorite and I read it in one sit last Sunday! Flights is good too but you need to read it more slowly so it took up a big part of the week.

Today was my last day off work and did I make the most of it! I finished this one in one go and literally sighted and murmured ‘Wow‘ when I was finished. Like The Passengers this is no real thriller, yet there is murder and deceit and so much suspense and twists, it kept me hooked. All caused by a website that is able to match you with “the one” that is made for you and the promise of eternal love! Loved it!

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#12Booksof2023 One of my favorite reads from the entire year is this August favorite, which introduced me to John Marrs‘ brand of psychological thriller. Fast paced, twisty, and the story is way out there. I loved it.

Also read both The Passengers by John Marrs and The Arrangement by Kiersten Modglin in August and felt the same way: they‘re fast, twisty, and completely bonkers! Loved them.

We all have a genetic match who is our soul mate but that doesn't guarantee a happy ever after. Five people's lives get more complicated when they find out who their Match is.

The first half seemed an entertaining piece of fluff if rather predictable but then all sorts of interesting twists took off.

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#Scarathlon #SpookyGhostClub @Clwojick

This is my third read by Marrs and I've loved them all! He is a master at creating a futuristic setting that feels current, other than the technology. And I have to give him credit because he can deliver a twist unlike any other author.

If you are looking for a fast-paced thriller, put this on your TBR.

So much to chew on!! This is one of those out-there concepts that seems just plausible enough to consider: a DNA test to find your perfect match. It doesn‘t get into the science at the heart of all of this, instead this shows a few of the many possible ways this can impact lives through (quite a few!) characters‘ storylines. So many twists! And I tell you I was hooked! I‘m going to read more by Marrs. Our book group loved it.

If you have to go to the doctor, you treat yourself after with a slice of pizza as big as your face. With orange Italian soda and book, obviously!

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This was fantastic! Such a fun read! I took a chance on this author based on a ton of social media attention and it really paid off. It started off sort of slowly, building the characterization of the five POV characters. When the twists started coming, they never stopped. I thought about this book the entire time I wasn‘t reading or listening. And in the end, I felt like it was so satisfying. I‘ll be reading more by John Marrs. #rushathon

I‘ve seen a lot of praise for John Marrs online lately and I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. This one is a standalone with 5 POVs that started out slowly, building each person‘s story. I‘m barely over the halfway point now and just about every single chapter has a twist or turn. Super fun! I can‘t wait to see how this one ends up. Very exciting. #rushathon

Surprised this one hasn‘t gotten more hype — I liked it a lot, given the fact it‘s a bit farfetched. Part sci-fi, part thriller, and part romance, it was interesting and not always predictable. Would make a great discussion book.

Currently reading, The One by John Marrs… Up next will be the new S.A. Crosby book followed by the new Wendy Walker book. ❤️❤️❤️📚

This book had a compelling concept with many twists & turns. but I‘m not sure how to feel after finishing it. I thoroughly enjoyed the character development of each chapter- it wasn‘t always predictable which was exciting. But somehow it just didn‘t have a satisfying ending-felt the ending was rushed.I prefer to read a book that has a really satisfying ending where I can‘t stop thinking about it for a few days, this was not the case on The One.

This book was quite the ride. In the near future, the discovery has been made that everyone has a specific gene that is matched between only two people in the world: those people are Matches, genetically predetermined to be a perfect couple. Match Your DNA is now a huge business, with people sending in a DNA swab to find out if their match is in the database. The book follows five different people who have just found their Matches. I was afraid⬇️

definitely a Black Mirror episode waiting to happen!! I enjoyed keeping up with all the different characters and reading about the twisty journeys Match Your DNA took each on. it was a soap opera with a sci-fi twist. 4 ⭐️s!

used this to ✅ the PODCAST REC square on my Bingo challenge. I heard about it on a recent ep of Sarah‘s Bookshelves Live. it‘s available on Kindle Unlimited btw!!

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@aperfectmjk I had to throw a little love-ish into your island reads this month but not too much!

I went with books I've read and enjoyed (I'm sure you can guess which ones 🤣) and one I hear good things about.

The Alina Jacobs I picked for two reasons:

It sounds like a cheesy Halloween Hallmark movie and that might be fun

And

The title sounds dirty and my inner 12 year old self can't stop giggling

Hope you enjoy!!

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You can send in a DNA sample to find your true match. Throw in a serial killer and this is one good read. Science is usually the answer but maybe following your heart is the correct choice. Great read, will be reading more by this author.

In all honesty, after watching (and disliking) the series, I lost interest for the audiobook I had already bought… which was a mistake because I actually enjoyed the book. As twisted as it may sound, Christopher‘s story was probably my favorite. I also quite enjoyed Nick‘s and Ellie‘s, though both become a little convoluted towards the end. I thought Mandy and Jade‘s storylines were okay, but often predictable. It‘s a good enough book overall.

Short chapters really help to the develop the pace in this novel as you try to figure out where the next twist is going to go. The premise that your DNA can be matched to your soulmate is plausible in today's society. When devious scientists and others bent on revenge are involved in this match, chaos ensues.

1. The One, The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie, Fables, Aunt Dimity and the Enchanted Cottage.
2. Green is my favorite color, so yes.
3. Our Crooked Hearts and When Women Were Dragons, Someone is Killing the Children.
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My goals are to read 20 chapters and finish at least one book. On deck are The One, The Disinvited Guest, and Hidden Pictures.
#20in4 Readathon @Andrew65

Good read. Light and smooth

Lots of twists !

This book was such an experience and twisty hahaha! If you‘re looking for a fast paced immersive read check it out! A not so future world where DNA tests can find your soul mate. Follow 5 individuals as they learn who their perfect match is.

This starts off well but the twists are predictable. The redeeming quality for me was that it calls into question some fairly widespread opinions about romantic love and how it‘s found and most importantly how we judge people who don‘t find it.

Bookclub nights are the best 📚 Loved discussing The One!

My 3rd read of the year was so incredible, it earned a spot on my top 10 shelf 😍📚

You‘d think all the twists thrown around that I‘d be dizzy, but DAMN this was a good one. If you‘re in a reading slump and need a book to jolt you out of it, this is perfect. PHEW 😅

It‘s still Thursday, right? All the news today has got me preoccupied - not great memories of this day last year 😞
BUT! I am addicted to the book I‘m currently reading, my 2022 word is….. undecided, because I can‘t make up my mind 😂
And my reading resolutions? Just to read as much as possible. AND to not buy too many books (try to use my library more). Onward! @MoonWitch94
Thanks for the tag, @Amiable 😘

Read in December 2021 ...
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I really enjoyed The One by John Marrs. It's set in a dystopian world in which the strand of DNA that can match you with your perfect partner has been identified. The book follows several people who've been matched, including a serial killer. It isn't noteworthy, but it's a fun read. I'm curious to check out the show, though it looks like it doesn't include all the storylines. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fantastic plot!! With all of the DNA sharing companies out there, this book fits right in with the times. Why take a chance on love when you can find your DNA matched soul mate?! Sounds great, until we remember the world isn‘t perfect and there are plenty of people looking to tear others down. Full of love, betrayal, travel, and a psychopath. I give this one 5 stars!!! Book #75 in 2021

The Last Six Books I Read (rated)
Two non-fiction, two cozy mysteries, one historical fiction, and one sci-fi thriller.
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How far would you go to find The One? A simple DNA test is all it takes. Just a quick mouth swab and soon you‘ll be matched with your perfect partner—the one you‘re genetically made for. That‘s the promise made by Match Your DNA. A decade ago, the company announced that they had found the gene that pairs each of us with our soul mate. The One is a fascinating novel that shows how even the simplest discoveries can have complicated consequences.