Joshua and a turquoise bikini are all you need on a Deserted Island, lol!!!!
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4.5 stars!!!!! Another great read I got to experience thanks to this wonderful author and Kindle Unlimited!!! I really enjoyed Before He was Famous, so it goes without saying that I was looking forward to Alyssa's adventure, and her story did deliver. I'm not a huge fan of the reality adventure shows, but I did see Survivor the first couple of seasons, so I am familiar with the concept and the hype around the concept. It was interesting getting a behind the scenes look at the whole phenomenon of "reality" shows, and the people involved with them.
Becky did a great job, illustrating this story, and as the reader, I felt that I was experiencing life on the island right along with our castaways. I was proud of Alyssa and the growth and maturity that she developed throughout this journey. The supporting characters were engaging and interesting in their own right, and I found myself wanting to know more about many of them (Shar, Punk and Jaxx). It appears as though the next story will focus on our singing little country sweetheart, Stephanie; I was going to use the adjective naive to describe our little pink wearing bikini beauty, but it appeared after more insight on how she played Jaxx, that she is much more cunning than I gave her credit for, lol! So looking forward to more from this author. What a nice way to spend my Labor Day weekend! Thanks again, Becky!!!!
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Whats up with all the classic sports cars I see here?  There a bunch of colorful Porsche roadsters driving around this desert!  I guess it was club or something, but anyway just another added sight in this elusively beautiful area.  I was eager to see what Bike-O-Vision did with this intriguing national park and after seeing the results Im very satisfied.  If youve ever been curious about Joshua Tree or just want a good, even, long-distance-type pace with nice views but not too much change, this video was a good pick.
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An almost instant trip to sandy hot caribbean beaches. there are no words to describe it. Just awesome.
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This Cd is simply a holiday waiting to happen-just add ears!
Wherever the 50th State Of Mind may be... "Beam me there Scotty."
I don't know how these guys managed it but they've found a perfect tonic for the stresses, pollutants, naggings and harshness of today's "civilised" society.
Like a sonic time machine, The Hawaii Project transports the listener to a timeless, enchanting, doubtlessly tropical world which one desperately HOPES exists SOMEWHERE!
Buy this Cd and be transported to a tropical world of dreamy, balmy-breezed-bliss!
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The ONLY way to really appreciate this book is to SEE THIS AREA...99% of the people will never venture into the Dease Lake region  or up the Stewart-Cassier Highway or fly a hele into the Grand Canyon of the Stikine...which is so really really unbelievably sad!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
People waste so much of their time at the Jersey Shore spending thousands for a week in filth when they could do this area for less than a trip to the beach and come home with a lifetime of memories.  To anyone who has not experienced this region this book will be a very strange read indeed....BUT for those can get up off their butts, dust off their adventure side and......... get there ...this book is not only a must read but actually a return trip!!!!!!!!
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MY LIFE WAS EMPTY BEFORE I BOUGHT THIS WHEELBARROW.. I WOULD COME HOME TO AN EMPTY HOUSE..TURN THE TV ON AND STARE AT IT FOR HOURS..THEN THE BARROW CAME INTO MY LIFE ( I LIKE TO CALL IT THAT).. WE GO EVERY WHERE TOGETHER..THE BARROW"S FAVORITE PLACE IS THE BEACH CAUSE I GET TO PUT A WHOLE BUNCH OF SAND IN HIM..SOMETIMES ILL FILL HIM UP WITH ICE AND SHARE A CASE OF BEER WITH THE BARROW...I WISH MORE OF MY TOOLS WERE LIKE THE BARROW!!!!
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Having spent several months on an Island very much like Goatan- The more I learned about the, People and Government of a Corrupt, society, that was very racist towards "Gringo's." Crime was rampant. Lots of things involved Bribes. The mainland country is the "Murder Capital" of the entire world.
I ended up having to stay in Megucigalpa for 4 days- Scariest place I have ever been to !! As soon as the Hotel checked me in, the Staff very adamantly warned me not to leave the grounds. I was told anything that I needed, they would have it brought to me. They told me that recently a man staying there, went out and grabbed a taxi. The Taxi stopped and 2 guys with pistols robbed him, he resisted. They beat the crap out of him, and left him laying on the street naked. He ended up back at the hotel, then the hospital. No I.D., Passport, and now having to try and replace them, while still in this savage city...
The American and Canadian Governments are sure not  people friendly. I have been all over the World, and plan to get out of the U.S. again about Oct. 2014 - I plan to be a  Beach Bum. Right now as the Book states there are a lot of Islands to check out in the Phillipines.-
I have already stated, it would be great to have a Friend that I could trust already there !! Right behind you Captain !!
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Jessica's friend, Kayla, (remember her) is happily head over heels in love with Ryan and now wants everyone to be the same way. So she talks Jessie into a vacation on the island so she can relax and get away from the craziness that work has been lately and a little celebration now that her divorce from Dan "he's not the man" is final. Psst...Dan is a selfish jerk.

Matt, a friend of Ryan's, is visiting the couple on his own little vacation. Silly Matt really thinks Kayla will let go of her idea to set him up with her friend. But Matt is insecure and struggling with some issues due to his injuries. He wants the closeness Ryan and Kayla have found, but doesn't think he'll find a woman that can handle his situation.

Oh would you look at that...Matt and Jessie are here at the same time. "No, I didn't plan this at all," says Kayla. Teehee. "Nah, I'm lying. I totally set you two up." Kayla laughs evilly. Haha. Yeah, okay, Kayla didn't say either of those things, but I'm mentally imagining it. LOL The thing is, Matt and Jessie aren't really upset with her about it. They're both liking what they see. But when conversation turns to what they both do, Matt is expecting the usual response to his injuries. He doesn't get it. Jessie surprises him and he's not sure how to handle that. To Jessie, everyone has scars, some are just more visible than others. *Preach it, sister.*

After a very steamy encounter on the beach, they decide to continue their date in the bedroom. *bow chicka wow wow* But Matt still can't handle the thought of her seeing his scars and it's just too painful for Jessie and she leaves. Not just his room, like Matt thought. No, she leaves the island.

Will Ryan's talk with Matt make him see that Jessie isn't like everyone else? She won't freak out about his scars or pity him because of them. She works with Kayla, so they both see children who are suffering the same type of injuries or worse. Will Jessie give Matt a second chance? Will Matt be strong enough to show Jessie his scars? Nope, I'm not telling. Find out for yourself.
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I have been waiting so long for Stone's story!!  He is a miserable, lonely grump in all the stories, and I was really anxious for some background on him, and to see who the incredible woman would be that could break him out of his shell.  Because let's face it....it will take someone incredible to get through all that hostility.

Stone lost his wife, years ago.  Ever since then, he concentrates solely on work.  He even leaves most of the care of his two daughters up to his mom.  His family can't get through to him, and he doesn't really have any friends.  If he isn't on the job, he's out fishing.  He met, loved, and lost his sole mate so he doesn't need to look for another woman, since Miriam Randall predicted who he would marry, and that was Sharon.  Or was it?

Lark is in Last Chance but has no idea why.  Her dad never talked about the place, except to say he "found himself" there.  Unfortunately, she is extremely unwelcome in town since there are some secrets that people want to stay in the past; Stone, and most of the other locals want her gone....now.  Lark made a promise to her dad though, and those secrets can't stand in her way of that.  Hopefully she can get it all taken care of before she has to leave for her next assignment in Africa.

My FULL REVIEW at: solefulreader. com
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Great book, and great writing by Joshua! Reaaaally wish he'd hurry up with book 2, I'm itching to read what happens next!
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I was TOLD how to dress for a Florida wedding, so I will dress that way out there on the beach IN THE SAND!!  When the wedding is over and the evening comes, I am going to dress up with MY Florida SOCKS!!  HAVE IT **MY WAY!!**
How about you??  ;-)
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Dear Cube Kid :)
A weeks back,I was lookin' for a book to read over summer. And...well...I went into the the store and saw your book. After I read it I was about to jump off a cliff with excitement.(Not that I would...well...it depends on...you know what?Forget it. All I'm saying is that you are the best minecraft book writer EVER!!Also,one more thing. I...LIKE...TURTLES!So :P Keep makin' epic books!(but do not overwork plz)MAKE THE ROBE BRIGHT PINK!Sorry just a troll lolololol. No,make it a black ninja robe. Am I right people?Come on,let's see hands!
  An epic minecraft fan(of yours),
  -Colton
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Joy Worth heads to San Juan, Puerto Rico, alone on her honey moon. after being dumped by her fiancee.  She will be staying at the Inn of the Dove Bed and Breakfast, where she has often sent clients but not yet visited.  The owner, Ramona welcomes her with open arms, as if she were a member of the family, having spent many times on the phone with each other.

Joy has no desire for men, but God has a different plan for her.  The guide for her first excursion, the nephew of Ramona will catch her unprepared, and sweep her off her feet.  Benigno, better known as Ben, will take her and the reader on an historical overview of the beautiful Puerto Rico.

Although, brought up in church by her mom, since her passing, her church attendance and trust in God have gone by the wayside.  Ben, is a Christian as are his aunt and cousin, and all will have an amazing impact on her through both their words and actions, prayers, too.  Ramona teaches about thanking God for everything.

I make the choice each morning to trust God and be grateful for His answers to my prayers, even if His answer is no...I believe God always answers our prayers. Sometimes the answer is yes, sometimes maybe or wait, and sometimes the answer is a big no. For our own good. 54

You will have to pick up and see for yourself how this delightful read plays out.  You'll be glad you did!

I was given this pdf in exchange for an honest review by bookfun.org.
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Emmas brother Jacob has been missing a week when she receives a letter stating that if she wants to find her brother, she must travel deep into forest of Dark Island in the South Pacific.  While she knows she is not truly capable of a rescue mission, she has no choice.  Jacob told her to trust no one in his last communication to her and that is what she must do.  So with very few supplies, she makes her way to the island in hopes of saving her brother.
  Cole is a total badass who works top secret missions and has been staking out the island in hopes of bringing down one of the largest cartels and their boss.  He has planted explosives in the only building on the island to draw out anyone around.  The last person he expects to see is Emma.  When she gets too close to the building he rushes in to save her and thus begins their fight to get off the island alive.
  When Emma tells Cole why she was there, he cant believe she risked her life like that.  He vows to help her because in helping her, he hopes to uncover more information about the man he is after.  He believes Jacob may know something and may be possibly working on the wrong side of the law.  Thus begins their journey to find Jacob and hopefully bring down someone evil.
  The more time they spend together, the more they have a hard time denying their attraction to each other.  They initially met six months prior and it did not end well, so they are both hesitate to go forward in any capacity.  The sexual tension between these two radiate off the pages and in the end is too much for either of them to ignore.  Neither one of them are ready for a long term relationship, but they keep finding it hard to stay away for each other.  The more they are put in danger, the closer they become.
  Will they get their HEA?  Will they ever find Jacob or who sent Emma the letter?  Will they be able to escape the long reach of a dangerous man?  To find out, you will need to get the book.  You will not be disappointed.
  The story kept me on the edge of my seat and had so many twists, that I found it hard to put down.  You truly did not know what to expect next, the characters I thought were good/bad were just the opposite.  If you love suspense mixed in with your romance, this is the book for you.  It was easy to fall in love with Emma and Cole and you just hoped everything would work out for them.  This story was a really good read and I look forward to reading more from this new author!
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hello?
this has got to be the oldest idea in the universe.
i mean, seriously, who wants to read a book where it s,oh, i m left alone in an island and nobody s with me and i have to survive on my own!
you just get sick!!!!! uhg!!!!
why it won an award i have no idea
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I got this for my forever-cold niece. The joke is that if the lady is down to her bikini, my niece should probably still wear a sweater. It makes her laugh at the idea, but until it's replaced (and if that unit works) that's all it is--and idea.

I can't believe people are offended by this digital depiction of a woman IN A BIKINI when it's hot outside. Really? Have you ever gone to the beach, the pool, played a video game, turned on a TV (ever), or (be still your beating heart and virgin eyes) surfed anywhere on the Internet outside of Amazon? You'll see a lot more proactive depictions of women that a perfectly innocent, digitized bikini-clad chick. BIKINI. It's a bikini folks! Isn't it 2014 or did I miss the clock turning back to 1814?

I'll come back and update if the new one works. In the meantime, I am hopeful that my niece will have her bikini wearing buddy to tell her she'll probably still want a hoodie or sweater.

Update: the replacement came ever more quickly than I expected and it works, so I've bumped it up 1 more star. It's still a shame that the one I got originally was a dud, since it was a gift, or I'd give it 4 stars.

My advice: if you intend to gift it, buy it with enough time to test it and replace it. IT seems I'm not the only one who got a lemon on the first try.
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Dr. Franklins Island by Ann Halam is an amazing book.  It has three main characters, Semi, Miranda, and Arnie.  They all got into a plane crash and were stuck on a deserted island off of the coast of Ecuador.  They think they are alone but they quickly learn they are not.  One day, Arnie, disappears in a raft he made.  Semi and Miranda think that Arnie left them on purpose.  They decide to search the island.  The search does not last long.  Soon they find themselves in the hands of the villain, Dr. Franklin and his assistant, Dr. Skinner.  Dr. Franklin is a mad scientist and an evil genius wrapped into one.  He even turns Miranda and Semi into animals.  Semi becomes a fish and Miranda becomes a bird.  His assistant, Dr. Skinner is odd.  He is drunk most of the time.  He attempts to help Semi and Miranda escape many times but it never works out.

  Will Arnie ever be found?  Will Semi and Miranda become human again?  Will the three of them ever make it home?  Will Dr. Skinner ever be able to help them escape or will Dr. Franklin find out and punish them all?  If these are questions that you are dying to find out the answers to, then I would definitely recommend reading this book!  It is full of action and suspense.  It is one of those books that you cannot put down.  The only time I would not recommend reading this book is if you are headed to an island.  This book will make you think twice!