#a lady's guide to mischief and mayhem

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Read in 2023:

Puncturing male self-importance is one of my favorite activities.

A LADY'S GUIDE TO MISCHIEF AND MAYHEM by Manda Collins ★★★

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What was your favorite read from October?

I spent the month completing the #OwnedOctober challenge @treereads hosted. I managed to fill my bingo board.

Books read:

• Happy Place by Emily Henry

• You Feel it Just Below the Ribs by Jeffrey Cranor and Janina Matthewson

• Ander & Santi Were Here by Jonny Garza Villa

• Fire Becomes Her by Rosiee Thor

• A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins

• Flip the Script by Lyla Lee

• 10 Things That Never Happened by Alexis Hall

• The Restaurant at the End of the Universe by Douglas Adams

• A Shot in the Dark by Victoria Lee

I think my favorites were Ander & Santi and 10 Things That Never Happened. Though, the latter I checked out from the library to decide if I wanted to buy it or not. I absolutely adored Sam and Jonathan's dynamic. I thought the amnesia plot was going to be weird, but it wasn't. Not sure what I'm going to start next, but I'm happy to have my tbr a little more under control.

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My attempt at animating inspired by A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem

This is my first time ever attempting to animate something and I’m actually really happy with how it turned out!!

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January 2024 Reads

The Gentlemen's Gambit - Evie Dunmore

A Lady Guide's to Mischief and Mayhem - Manda Collins

The Ladies Rewrite the Rules - Suzanne Allain

One Night in Hartswood - Emma Denny

The Breakup Tour - Emily Wibberley

Places We've Never Been - Kasie West

Most Ardently - Gabe Cole Novoa

Okay, Cupid - Mason Deaver

Love, Me - Jessica Saunders

Dungeons and Drama - Kristy Boyce

Seven Percent of Ro Devereux - Ellen O'Clover

Eight Dates and Nights - Betsy Aldredge

Rules for Being a Girl - Candace Bushnell, Katie Cotungo

The Christmas Wish - Lindsey Kelk

After the Forest - Kell Woods

All the Hidden Paths - For Meadows

Shady Hollow - Juneau Black

Strong Poison - Dorothy L. Sayers

The Silver Chair - C.S. Lewis

The Chalice of the Gods - Rick Riordan

The Marvelous Magic of Miss Mabel - Natasha Lowe

Elf Dog and Owl Head - M.T. Anderson

Winter - Kelsey E. Gross

The Bookstore Cat - Cylin Busby

The Glass Castle - Jeannette Walls

Brain on Fire - Susannah Cahalan

A Book of Days - Patti Smith

Karma - Boy George

I Hate Everyone, Except You - Clinton Kelly

The Life Brief - Bonnie Wan

The Stress Prescription - Elissa Epel

Infectious Generosity - Chris J. Anderson

Break the Cycle - Mariel Buque

Eve - Cat Bohannon

House Love - Patric Richardson

Pests - Bethany Brookshire

Freaks, Gleeks, and Dawson's Creek - Thea Glassman

But Have You Read the Book? - Kristen Lopez

The Good, the Bad, and the Barbie - Tanya Lee Stone

Normal is Just a Setting on the Dryer - Adair Lara

Men to Avoid in Art and Life - Nicole Tersigni

Friends to Keep in Art and Life - Nicole Tersigni

Parenting Advice to Ignore in Art and Life - Nicole Tersigni

Bold = Highly Recommend Italics = Worth It Crossed out = Nope

Thoughts: 

Messy memoirs, healing from generational trauma, and recovery from burnout - these are a few of my favorite things.

Goodreads Goal: 43/200

2017 Reads | 2018 Reads | 2019 Reads | 2020 Reads | 2021 Reads | 

2022 Reads | 2023 Reads | 2024 Reads

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**Rivera vs. the State of Ohio - The Riotous Riddle of the Rambunctious Raccoon** Greetings, my dear friends, fans of the frivolous and aficionados of the absurd! Rufus T. Flywheel here, your guide through the maze of madness and the realm of ridiculousness. Today, I bring you a tale that is as tumultuous as a tornado and as perplexing as a puzzle – the epic saga of Rivera vs. the State of Ohio, also known as the Riotous Riddle of the Rambunctious Raccoon! Imagine, if you will, a quaint little town in the heart of Ohio, where the sun shines brightly on picket fences and apple orchards. Life in this town was peaceful, almost too peaceful, until one day, a mischievous rascal of a raccoon decided to shake things up. This raccoon, known only as Rivera, was no ordinary forest dweller. No, he was a master of mayhem, a connoisseur of chaos, and a true artist of anarchy! It all began one fateful morning when the good people of Ohio woke up to find their garbage cans overturned, their gardens trampled, and their streets littered with a trail of chaos. Who was responsible for this calamity, you ask? Why, none other than our dear friend Rivera, the rambunctious raccoon with a penchant for pandemonium! The townsfolk were in an uproar, demanding justice and retribution for the havoc wreaked by this cheeky critter. The State of Ohio took notice and decided to intervene, bringing the full force of the law down upon poor Rivera. And so, the stage was set for an epic showdown between man and beast, order and anarchy, law and lunacy. But here's where things take a twist worthy of a Shakespearean comedy – Rivera was no ordinary raccoon. Oh no, dear readers, he was a creature of intellect and cunning, a master of disguise and deception. When the authorities came knocking on his den, Rivera was nowhere to be found. Instead, they found a note, written in elegant script, that read: To the good people of Ohio, I, Rivera, the rambunctious raccoon, declare my innocence in the matter of the recent disturbances. It was not I who upended your trash cans and trampled your gardens, but an imposter, a dastardly doppelganger intent on tarnishing my good name. I implore you to seek out the true culprit and bring them to justice. Until then, I shall remain in hiding, awaiting the day when my name is cleared and peace is restored to this fair town. The townsfolk were baffled. Could it be true? Was Rivera truly innocent, or was this just another act of his trickery and deceit? The State of Ohio was not convinced, and they launched a full-scale investigation to uncover the truth behind the riotous riddle of the rambunctious raccoon. Weeks turned into months, and still, Rivera remained elusive, a phantom in the shadows, a mystery yet unsolved. The people of Ohio grew restless, divided between those who believed in Rivera's innocence and those who saw him as nothing more than a cunning criminal. And then, just when all hope seemed lost, a breakthrough occurred. A witness came forward, a little old lady who claimed to have seen the true culprit behind the chaos – a rival raccoon, a rogue of the highest order, who bore a striking resemblance to Rivera but lacked his charm and wit. Armed with this new information, the authorities sprang into action, launching a daring raid on the rogue raccoon's hideout. What they found there was a scene of utter pandemonium, with trash strewn about, gardens trampled, and the rogue raccoon caught red-handed in the act of mischief-making. The imposter was unmasked, and Rivera's name was cleared. The townsfolk rejoiced, celebrating the triumph of justice and the return of peace to their once-troubled town. Rivera, the rambunctious raccoon, emerged from hiding, a hero in the eyes of many and a legend in the annals of Ohio history. And so, dear readers, we come to the end of our tale, a tale of mystery and mayhem, of chaos and camaraderie. Remember, the world is a strange and wondrous place, full of riddles and enigmas waiting to be unraveled. And who knows, perhaps someday, you too will find yourself caught up in a riotous riddle, face to face with a rambunctious raccoon of your own. Until then, stay curious, stay mischievous, and never be afraid to embrace the absurdity of life. This is Rufus T. Flywheel signing off, until next time, when we delve once more into the wild and wonderful world of whimsy. Fare thee well, dear friends, and may your days be filled with laughter and lightheartedness!

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Harley Quinn Schools Us on Entropy: We're All Dummies in a Chaotic Universe!

Hey there, Tumblrites! We’ve stumbled upon a treasure trove of bedlam, cunningly narrated by none other than the Mistress of Mischief, Harley Quinn, and oh, we can’t help but share the chaotic wisdom! You see, Harley took a sharp left from her usual high-jinks and embarked on a wild ride into the realm of entropy. Hold onto your hats, 'cause this is not your average science lecture!

First off, Harley, our whimsical guide, introduces us to entropy, the science of disorder and randomness, with a pinch of chaos. Her mischievous take on it? It’s the party that ensues when she sets her hyenas loose in Gotham. This dame breaks down entropy into bite-sized morsels of madness, making it as easy as pie to digest, even for the science-averse among us. Imagine having a gas-filled box and watching the entropy soar as the particles scatter higgledy-piggledy. Simple, right? It’s all about disorder, sugar!

Now, let’s cut to the chase. Harley’s stroll down memory lane takes us back to the 1850s with Rudolf Clausius, the daddy of entropy. With a dash of history and a sprinkle of humor, she unveils how this German physicist coined the term that’s now the cat's pajamas in thermodynamics and information theory. And oh, she doesn’t stop at mere definitions; Harley delves into how entropy is measured and why it’s the bee's knees in understanding the universe's workings. The lady sure knows her onions!

Waltzing through the basics, she then throws us into the ring with the Second Law of Thermodynamics. Through her eyes, it’s the universe’s rulebook for energy shenanigans. You see, entropy’s a one-way street, always aiming for a hot mess. Harley makes a toast to the natural decay into disorder, showing us why our coffee and milk won’t unmix, no matter how we cry over it. It’s the universe's way or the highway!

But oh, the pièce de résistance is when Harley pirouettes into the field of Information Theory. She unveils the curtain on how entropy is the star player in data compression, cryptography, and error detection. Who knew the randomness in a set of data could be a measure of surprise? Harley sure did, and she’s spilling the beans, making us wise to the ways of the world, one chaotic revelation at a time.

Before bidding adieu, Harley takes a sledgehammer to some common misconceptions about entropy. She sets the record straight, squashing myths like a bug under her heel, with a grin, of course. And as she hops back into her world of mayhem, leaving us with a head full of knowledge and a smile, we can’t help but tip our hats to the queen of chaos.

This narrative is a rollercoaster through the realms of disorder, with Harley Quinn at the helm, turning the complex into comedic, the theoretical into thrilling. So, if you’re itching for a bout of knowledge with a side of hilarity, hop on over to this spectacular piece, and let Harley Quinn school you on why in a world governed by entropy, we’re all just dummies in a chaotic universe!

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Review: A Spinster's Guide to Danger and Dukes

Synopsis: It is a truth universally acknowledged that a lady in danger must be in need of rescue, but whether she wants to be rescued is up for debate—for fans of Evie Dunmore and Netflix’s Bridgerton from the bestselling author of A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem! England, 1867: Miss Poppy Delamare is living a lie. To escape an odious betrothal, she fled to London where she’s been hiding…

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Why thank you @semperhuggs !

Last song: If He Wanted to He Would be Kylie Morgan

Currently watching: I'm rewatching NCIS (currently in season 2). And also Ru Paul's drag race...and I have the last episode of FUBAR to watch. Then I have a couple things planned for rewatches

Currently reading: (the non- fanfic answer) for school I'm reading Canada's Army: Waging War and Keep the Peace by J.L. Granatstein and for fun I'm reading The Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins and True Honor by Dee Henderson

Latest obsession: I've been wanting to learn how to crochet, so my sister bought me two of those Woobles kits and omg they're so stinking cute, I now need them all. I mean common, look at this thing! (His name is Pierre)

No pressure tags: @medusasstory @guardiankarenterrier @hangmanbradshaw @kavery1212

Nine or so people you want to get to know better!

Last song: Don’t Blame Me- Taylor Swift

Currently Watching: I started the movie Run Rabbit Run on Netflix, no shows at the moment though

Currently Reading: Happy Place by Emily Henry

Latest obsession: Yellowjackets (the show NOT the bug) and making my own milk foam for iced coffee

no pressure tags! @intrepidacious @joaquinwhorres @x-lulu @jellyfishbeansontoast and anyone else who wants to do this

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January TBR- will I read it all or will I fail horrible? Watch the next episode to find out!

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ARC DNF Review: A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins

This book sounded *so* good and then it just... wasn't. Mostly that can be attributed to the writing which was stilted and sounded as if the author spent way too much time consulting a thesaurus. I had to read around words to get to the story, which was decent but not enough to keep me reading. If writing style isn't a make-or-break issue for you then you might enjoy it, but it wasn't for me. An example (and yes the entire book is written like this): "And from the spectacle the police put on today, I doubt they're prepared to listen to the exhortations of the two ladies whose interview provided the very ammunition to arrest Clark." It's just... wordy, in a way that constantly breaks any tension. I did like the way Katherine owns a newspaper and is determined to write about the murders for women, but her extreme naivete in thinking she can do so without having any effect on the investigation is a little unbelievable. Also the chemistry with Andrew - who was conducting the investigation, at least until her story promts his superiors to take him off the case and arrest the wrong man - was nonexistent. The moment they encounter one another again he starts getting sidetracked by lustful thoughts when he's supposed to be interrogating her? It was awkward and weird. *Thanks to NetGalley and Little, Brown Book Group UK for providing an e-arc for review

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Book Review: A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem (A Lady's Guide #1) by Manda Collins 

Genre: Romance 

Rating: 5/5

Book Review: 

Okay, so I don’t usually read romances. And I know I’ve mentioned on here that I’m super picky about what romance books I do like/love.

And this one I LOVED! 

That probably seems weird and confusing. Trust me, I was too, at first. But the more I got into it, the more I figured out why I loved it. One of my all-time favorite shows is MISS SCARLET AND THE DUKE. I love the romance, the humor, the historical aspect, the mysteries, the whole vibe. And this book is JUST LIKE THAT. It reminded me so much of the show that I got some of my fix from that show. 

So, yeah, that explains it all. The mystery was fun. I loved the romance. The quips back and forth from the love interests were great. It got a little cheesy at times, but it was fine throughout. 

I just really loved this book. And I can’t wait for the next one! 

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What was the last historical fiction and/or romance you read?

I last read A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem by Manda Collins—I absolutely adored Kate and Andrew!

How cute is this magnet featuring Ben and Phillip from It Takes Two to Tumble by Cat Sebastian?! I don't know the context, but the ducks are precious!

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And, it’s done!

Queer AF - Okay, Cupid

2023 Debut Novel - One Night in Hartswood

That’s Not My Name - The Marvelous Magic of Miss Mabel

Good Vibes Only - Infectious Generosity

Bird is the Word - Elf Dog & Owl Head

On Your TBR 5+ Years - The Silver Chair

Between 300 and 400 Pages - A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem

Name That Tune - The Breakup Tour

Dance the Night Away - The Ladies Rewrite the Rules

Four Word Title - All the Hidden Paths

These Woods Hold Secrets - After the Forest

Coauthored or Illustrated - Winter

Neon Colored Cover - Karma

Prominently Features a Desert - Places We’ve Never Been

Hotel, Mansion, or Castle - The Glass Castle

Retelling of a Classic - Most Ardently

Creature Feature - Shady Hollow

Written By or About a Celebrity - A Book of Days

Blurbed By a Fave Author - Just for the Summer

STEM Stan - The Planets

I Was Framed! - Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice

Writing About Writing - Says Who?

Second Chances - The Tusks of Extinction

Author Last Name Starts With V - Every Time You Hear That Song

Let’s Circle Back to This - The Husbands

First in an Unfinished Series - The Lying Game

Space - the Final Frontier - The Planets

Small Town vs. Big City - My Good Life in France

Travel by Ship - Jingo

3+ Points of View - My Salty Mary

Walk Through History - One-Star Wonders

It's the End of the World as We Know It - The Only Light Left Burning

Character Name is a Color - Where Are You, Echo Blue

We All Scream (for Ice Cream?) - All Roads Lead to Rome

Sibling Showdown - Royal Scandal

Title Contains a Body of Water - Hawkeye: Rio Bravo

Anthology or Ominbus Edition - She Hulk: Jen-Sational

Published 100+ Years Ago - My Antonia

Coffee-House Reads - Lips Like Sugar

An Unexpected Inheritance - The Grandest Game

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i have my g2 test today and i am this close 🤏🏽 to puking and peeing at the same time

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- Andrew Eversharm, she’s not like other girls