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TASK 3


LEFT: Read a book with at least two people on the cover.
RIGHT: Read a book with flowers on the cover.

The Private Investigator



As the night falls, a new arrival shakes the already tense atmosphere. A private investigator, hired by Victoria, has been observing quietly in the background. His name is Daniel Hunt, and his presence is both curious and unsettling.

Victoria reveals that Daniel was hired to look into some "disturbing occurrences" that have been happening on the estate—missing items, strange noises, and rumors of family secrets coming to light. Daniel’s sharp eyes scan the room, taking note of each family member’s reaction.

Task 1: Read a book with a private investigator or detective.
Task 2: Read a book where a family hires someone for a job.
Task 3: Read a book where a detective must uncover hidden family secrets.

Book & Author: Lonely Heart by Mona Kasten
Date Read: December 20
Task: 1
How it Fits: purple cover

Book & Author: Lonely Heart by Mona Kasten
Date Read: December 20
Task: A book with a title less than 4 words
How it Fits: 2 words
Next Case: 19

Catch the Killer!
Now is your time to reveal the culprit.
If you have a good feeling about who did it, please send me a DM with the name. Please do not post your answer in this thread.
If you'd like an extra clue, please let me know which of the following you'd like to buy. Please make sure you have enough points in your point account to buy the clue. I will send the clue via DM.

Extra Clues
- Diary Entry (encoded): 10 points
- Logic Grid Puzzle: 15 points
- Sudoku: 20 points
- Security Camera Footage: 30 points

Book 6

A Dirty Job by Christopher Moore


Tasks:
1. Read a book with a brown cover.
2. Read a book with MPG Humor.
3. Read a book set in California.

OR: Read A Dirty Job for 2 bonus points!

Posted!

Arrival at Donovan Manor



The Donovan Manor looms ahead as the guests arrive for a weekend gathering. The atmosphere is thick with tension, and the house, though grand, feels cold. Victoria Donovan, the matriarch, stands at the entrance, poised and polite, but there is something unsettling about the way she watches everyone.

Task 1: Read a book with a mysterious or eerie setting.
Task 2: Read a book about family secrets or hidden histories.
Task 3: Read a book where the atmosphere plays a central role in the story.

IMPORTANT

Extra Clues
There will be quite a few clues in the story itself but after the investigation round, you will get the chance to buy extra clues with your points. I will let you know about this again, so do not worry about missing it.
Buying extra clues is optional and you can buy as many as you want (and you have points for).
To keep it fair for everyone, I will send these clues to you via DM and once it's time to guess who the killer is, you will also have to send me a DM as to not spoil other players.

Murder Mystery - Death in the Mansion


Sign-ups will close on April 30th.
The challenge is open-ended.

The Challenge

1. Comment here to sign up and I will create a challenge thread for you.

2. In this challenge you will solve a murder mystery! The challenge consists of three parts: The Murder, The Investigation and The Reveal.
The Murder
During this part, you will get to know the characters and the setting task after task. For each bit you will receive a part of the story and a set of three tasks of which you have to complete one task. Each completion will earn you 2 points.
The Investigation
The suspects will be questioned one after one. For each part of the investigation, you will receive clues to solve the mystery. For each questioning you will read a book that meets the general guidelines. Each completion will earn you 2 points.
The Reveal
After the investigation round, it is up to you to catch the killer!
Points for first attempt: 25
Points for second attempt: 18
Points for third attempt: 12
Points for fourth attempt: 7
Points for fifth attempt: 3

3. If you feel stuck with your tasks, you have one free skip, which you can use to read a book that meets the general guidelines.
Once that is used up and you find yourself stuck again, you can use 5 points to skip a task and read a book that meets the general guidelines instead.

4. Please make a completion post in your thread using this template:

Book:
Author:
Date completed:
Task:
How it fits:

5. If you don't have a personal point account thread yet, request one here.

This is yours, Anastasia: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Shia, you already have one here: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

Here is your personal point account and your first 3 points!

Points: 845

Hi Anastasia, Richard and Shia!
It's great to have you all in the group :)
I hope you'll have a lot of fun with our challenges!

Book & Author: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
Date Read: December 19
Task: 14
How it Fits: author is on the list

Book & Author: King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair
Date Read: December 19
Task: 3
How it Fits: leaves on cover

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Bingo Card will be updated on the weekend

13. Politics and Governance - Die Verwandlung / The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka
German politics and governance operate within a stable parliamentary democracy framework, characterized by coalition governments and a strong emphasis on consensus-building. The Federal Republic of Germany functions as a federal state with a decentralized power structure, where the Chancellor, elected by the Bundestag (Federal Parliament), holds significant executive authority. The political landscape is dominated by major parties such as the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the Social Democratic Party (SPD), and the Greens, which play key roles in shaping policy through negotiation and compromise.
a. Read a book with a text containing the word "government" or "politics". (short passage and page number)
b. Read a book with MPG Dystopia.
c. Read a book with a character who undergoes a transformation or metamorphosis, similar to the protagonist in "Die Verwandlung".

5. Traditions and Customs - Grimms Märchen / The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales by Jacob Grimm
German traditions and customs encompass a diverse range of cultural practices deeply rooted in history and regional identity. From Oktoberfest celebrations in Bavaria to the festive Christmas markets across the country, Germans cherish traditions that highlight community, family, and culinary delights. Time-honored customs such as the Easter egg hunt and the Christmas tree decorating ritual reflect a blend of Christian and pagan influences, while regional festivals and folk traditions showcase Germany's vibrant cultural tapestry.
a. Read a book that is a fairy tale retelling.
b. Read a book set in a village or the countryside.
c. Read a book featuring characters participating in a festival of any kind.

Book & Author: This could be love by Lilly Lucas
Date Read: December 17
Task: 5
How it Fits: starts with T