It's Monday! What Are You Reading? (February 16, 2026)

It's Monday, What Are You Reading? is now hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date.

It’s Monday!  What Are You Reading is where we gather to share what we have read this past week and what we plan to read this week.  It is a great way to network with other bloggers, see some wonderful blogs, and put new titles on your reading list.

Want to See What I Added to My Stack? links to Stacking the Shelves hosted by Marlene at Reading Reality.

Other Than Reading...

I had a great reading week. I managed to stay on track with what I had planned to read without taking any audiobook detours. I hope to do the same thing this week and rebuild my cushion of scheduled posts. I have decided that, while I really like audiobooks, I don't like romance audiobooks. When I'm reading a print copy, I can skim over the love scenes if they get too long or embarrassing. I can't do that as easily with an audiobook. 

Despite our January thaw coming late this year, I still stayed inside all week. Friday and Saturday the temperatures reached the mid-forties. Melting ensued leaving our driveway clear and dry and grass showing in large bare spots on our lawn. We do have today and Monday when the temperatures should be in the lower 40s and the skies clear and blue too. 

Of course, a winter weather event is also in this week's forecast. There is a chance of snow in the forecast from Tuesday night until Friday. The exact track of the storm isn't known yet. We could get rain or up to 6 inches of snow. Wednesday is supposed to be the day with the bulk of the precipitation. 

I do have a brief doctor's appointment on Monday and want to get 2026 license tabs for my car which means a trip to the DMV. Otherwise, I should be able to stay home and read. 

My brother has Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday off this week. I'm planning to make a Marry Me Chicken crockpot soup on Monday. I don't know what he plans to cook on his days off. 

Read Last Week

• Don't Open the Door by Allison Brennan (Audiobook, mine since February 9, 2026) -- Contemporary thriller. The second book starring former US Marshal Regan Merritt. My review will be posted on February 26,
• The Ghost Women by Jennifer Murphy (Review, February 24) -- A mystery set at a reclusive art school. The story has ghosts, murders staged to look like Tarot cards, and a detective with a secret past. My review will be posted on February 19.
• How to Get Away with Murder by Rebecca Philipson (Review, February 24) -- This twisty thriller has a woman coming back to work after a breakdown and trying to track down the author of a book about being a serial killer. There are alternate chapters from the book. My review will be posted on February 20.

• A Ghastly Catastrophe by Deanna Raybourn (Review, March 3) -- Tenth Veronica Speedwell historical mystery. Wonderful main character with a unique voice. My review will be posted on February 24.
• Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey (Audiobook, mine since February 8, 2026) -- Spicy sports romance with some depth. My review will be posted on February 27.
• Collared by David Rosenfelt (Kindle, Mine since September 29, 2023) -- Fifteenth in the Andy Carpenter mystery series. My review will be posted on February 25.

• Spellbound by Murder by Stacie Ramey (Review, March 10) -- Fun paranormal mystery with a great setting and intriguing main character. My review will be posted on March 3.
• Magic & Mischief at the Wayside Hotel by Elizabeth Everett (Review, March 10) -- Contemporary romantasy with great worldbuilding and a nice love story. My review will be posted on March 4.

Currently

• Forging Silver into Stars by Brigid Kemmerer (Audiobook, mine since January 18, 2026)
• A Lie for a Lie by Ren DeStefano (Review, March 10)

Next Week

• The Pie & Mash Detective Agency by J. D. Brinkworth (Review, March 10)
• Jolene by Mercedes Lackey (Mine since November 18, 2025)
• You Did Nothing Wrong by CG Drews (Review, March 17)

• The Antique Hunter's Murder at the Castle by C. L. Miller (Review, March 17)
• Stakeouts and Strollers by Rob Phillips (Review, March 17)
• The Somewhat Wicked Witch of Brigandale by C. M. Waggoner (Review, March 17)

Reviews Posted

• The Reckless Bride by Stephanie Laurens (Audiobook)
• Half City by Kate Golden (Review copy)
• Owl Be Home for Christmas by Donna Andrews (Audiobook, mine)

• First Sign of Danger by Kelley Armstrong (Review copy)
• Murder Will Out by Jennifer K. Breedlove (Review copy)
• The Edge by Dick Francis (Mine)

Want to See What I Added to My Stack Last Week?

Review:

Bought:

• Stolen in Death by J. D. Robb (Gift Card Kindle & Audiobook)
• Don't Open the Door by Allison Brennan (Audiobook, Audible Credit)
• Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey (Audiobook, Gift Card)

What was your week like?