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Looks fun. 9/11 - 9/24 I was away (with mobile app access only), tracked the challenge on paper and transfered later to my post :-)Climbing Machu Picchu
Duration: 9/1/18 - 2/28/19
# books read: 28/28
current field #: 100+/100
100+ pages, re-post when finished
Roll One Die at: random.org
Link to: Climbing Machu Picchu Gameboard
1. Roll 5 (5)/brown: 4. Read a book that is hard to put a genre label on. Picking Up the Pieces book 3 of Rose Gardner Mystery Box Set #2 by Denise Grover Swank 5* 9/1 this novella (125pp) is a mixture of mystery, drama, chick-lit, romance & YA/NA
2. Roll 1 (6 ->3)/red (too high) -> gold: 1. Read a book that has 1 AND 2 in the total page count (share page count). Deadly Getaway by Carol J. Post 4* 9/4 - 102 pages
3. Roll 6 (9)/tan: 10. Read a book that has more than 2,500 REVIEWS on GR. Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck 3* 9/4 - 27,679 Reviews as of 9/3
4. Roll 6 (15)/brown: 9. Read a book with a title that starts with H or P. Hacker Exposed by Linzi Baxter 5* 9/4
5. Roll 1 (16)/tan: 7. Read a book that was originally published in the month of October or April. Share the publication date. Zwei Leben by Samuel Koch & Christoph Fasel 6* 9/7 lit. transl. Two Lives - originally published 4/23/12
6. Roll 2 (18)/light green: 7. Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in RAIL. Ignited book 1 of Titanium Security Series Box Set: Volume I by Kaylea Cross 4* 9/9
7. Roll 6 (24)/gold: 3. Listen to an audio book or read a book that completes a task for a complicated challenges. Ich bin Malala=I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai 3* 9/9 - audiobook & Y-author (last letter) for current Scrabble round
8. Roll 3 (27)/light green: 2. Read a series book #4 or #2. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown 1* 9/10 - Robert Langdon #2
9. Roll 2 (29)/gold: 5. Read a book that is between 200 and 300 pages long. Tell us the page number. Betrayal by Robin Lee Hatcher 4* 9/12 - 272 pages
10. Roll 5 (34)/tan: 5. Read a book that takes place in a capital city. Beloved by Robin Lee Hatcher 4* 9/16 - set in Boise, Idaho's capital
11. Roll 1 (35)/light green: 8. Read a book with a MC with a first name that starts with A, M or S. Mit jedem Schlag der Stunde=Hour Game by David Baldacci 4* 9/19 - S & M for Sean King & Michelle Maxwell (#2)
12. Roll 6 (41)/light green: 9. Read a book with a 2 in the total page count. Regentropfentage by Melissa C. Feurer 3* 9/19 lit. transl. Rain Drop Days - 102 pages
13. Roll 2 (43)/tan: 6. Read a book with an author whose initials are AC (or MP). The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie 3* 9/23
14. Roll 3 (46)/light green: 1. Read a book that fits your current mood or genre preference. Toward the Sunrise by Elizabeth Camden 4* 9/24 - I was in the mood for something short (that fits one of my monthly challenges) to read on my way back home (by train)
15. Roll 2 (48)/tan: 8. Read a book with double LL in the title or author’s name. Roll The Dice book 2 of Vegas Series by Mimi Barbour 3* 9/27
16. Roll 6 (54)/light green: 10. Read a book that was published AFTER July 1, 2017. Girl Geek by Brenna Aubrey 4* 9/28 - originally published 8/13/17 (this is the alternate cover edition - later published)
17. Roll 3 (57)/tan: 4. Read a book that has been translated from its original published language. Tanz mit dem Tod=Visions in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 10/3
18. Roll 2 (59)/gold: 4. Read a book in which a road trip happens.Im Takt Des Todes=Simple Genius book 1 of Im Takt des Todes/Bis zum letzten Atemzug by David Baldacci 4* 10/7 - there're at least two road trips mentioned Michelle by car from D.C. to Babbage Town, Virginia (usually a 4+ hours drive) and Horatio (her shrink) by a Harley the same route and back - Babbage Town is a secret think tank employing genius mathematicians & physicists located across the river from a (more or less secret) CIA training area
19. Roll 4 (63)/gold: 9. Read a book by an author whose last name starts with a letter in INTI or SUN. Remedial Rocket Science by Susannah Nix 4* 10/8 - N is part of both words
20. Roll 5 (68)/gold: 7. Read a book with a character that is involved in the field of engineering or agriculture. Bis zum letzten Atemzug=First Family book 2 of Im Takt des Todes/Bis zum letzten Atemzug by David Baldacci 5* 10/11 - Quarry (the perp) is a farmer (and inventor though not in a paid or official capacity)
21. Roll 2 (70)/brown: 10. Read a book that takes place in a location that would require you to use your passport. Cop Town by Karin Slaughter 6* 10/11 - USA (I'm living in Europe)
22. Roll 4 (74)/brown: 3. Read a book published in 2006, 2007 or 2012. Ausgefressen by Moritz Matthies 4* 10/12/18 (288) - lit. transl. Ate Something Clean or Was Up To Something or Was Naughty - published 2012
23. Roll 2 (76)/light green: 4. Go to GR Lists and type the word BEST in the search feature. Read a book off one of the lists that has the word BEST in it. Singed book 2 of Titanium Security Series Box Set I by Kaylea Cross 4* 10/13 Best military romance book list
24. Roll 5 (81)/gold: 10. Read a book with a weapon on the cover.
Deadly Aim by Patricia H. Rushford 6* 10/2525. Roll 6 (87)/dark green: 3. Read a book that takes place completely in the season of summer or completely in winter. Whiskey Sour by Liliana Hart 3* 10/26 - it's said several time it's summer and once 'the hottest month of the year'
26. Roll 6 (93)/dark green: 2. Read a book tagged MYSTERY on its GR homepage. Unleashed book 1 of Sydney Rye Mysteries Books 1-3 by Emily Kimelman 4* 10/27
27. Roll 5 (98)/dark green: 5. Read a series book #3. Journey's Embrace by Dora Hiers 4* 10/31 Marshals of Journey Creek #3 - last in series :-)
28. Roll 5 (100+)/dark green: 6. Read a book with an cross shaped object on the cover.
Die Spur der Schuld=Private by James Patterson 4* 11/17 - the plane shilouette is cross shaped
I'm all done :-) Now only update my other (mostly overdue) challanges :-)Riding the Highways: MN Highway 61
Start Date: 7/1/18
Completed: 14/14
1. Highway 61 Starting Place: Duluth
Read a series #1. The President's Henchman by Joseph Flynn 5* 7/18 - Jim McGill #1
2. Drive 27 Miles from Duluth to Two Harbors
Read a series #2 OR read a book with 2 AND 7 in the total page count. Lethal Bayou Beauty book 2 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 7/22 - Miss Fortune #2 & 276 pages :-)
3. Drive 13 Miles from Two Harbors to Gooseberry Falls State Park
Read a series #3. Swamp Sniper book 3 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 7/23 - Miss Fortune #3
4. Drive 2 Miles from Gooseberry Falls State Park to Iona's Beach
Read a book with 2 in the total page count. Swamp Team 3 by by Jana Deleon 5* 7/25 - 270 pages
5. Drive 5 Miles from from Iona's Beach to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
Read a book with 5 in the total page count. The Hangman's Companion by Joseph Flynn 4* 7/31 - 528 pages
6. Drive 10 Miles from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park to Black Beach
Read a series #10. Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich 3* 8/4 - Stephanie Plum #10
7. Drive 2 Miles from Black Beach to Palisade Head
Read a series #2 OR read a book with 2 in the total page count. Twenty-Nine and a Half Reasons book 2 of Rose Gardner Mystery Box Set by Denise Grover Swank 4* 8/5 - Rose Gardner #2 & 256 pages :-)
8. Drive 3 Miles from Palisade Head to Tettegouche State Park
Read a book with 3 in the total page count. Entscheidung in Cornwall=Once More With Feeling by Nora Roberts 3* 8/6 - 305 pages
9. Drive 20 Miles from Tettegouche State Park to Temperance River State Park
Read a series #2 or #20 OR read #20 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 AND 0 in the total page count. Mainhattan Blues by Andreas Schäfer 4* 8/7 - 240 pages (Mainhattan is a local term for Frankfurt/Main - especially if compared to New York City)
10. Drive 11 Miles from Temperance River State Park to Lutsen
Read a series #1. Brownies & Betrayal by Heather Justesen 3* 8/9 Sweet Bites Mysteries #1
11. Drive 9 Miles from Lutsen to Cascade River State Park
Read a book with 9 in the total page count. Through Her Eyes by Alisha Jones 5* 8/11 - 190 pages
12. Drive 8 Miles from Cascade River State Park to Grand Marais
Read a book with 8 in the total page count. Murder at the Courthouse by Ann H. Gabhart 4* 8/13 - 338 pages
13. Drive 14 Miles from Grand Marais to Judge C. R. Magney State Park
Read a series #1. At Her SEAL's Command by Selena Blake 3* 8/16 - SEALs of Roseville #1
14. Drive 21 Miles from Judge C. R. Magney State Park to Grand Portage
Read a series #2. Someone Else's Fairytale book 1 of Someone Else's Fairytale Box Set: Books 1-4 by E.M. Tippetts 5* 8/20 Someone Else's Fairytale #1
I love open end challenges!Riding the Highways: MN Highway 61
Start Date: 7/1/18
Completed: 14/14
100+ pages, re-post when finished
1. Highway 61 Starting Place: Duluth
Read a series #1. The President's Henchman by Joseph Flynn 5* 7/18 - Jim McGill #1
2. Drive 27 Miles from Duluth to Two Harbors
Read a series #2 OR read a book with 2 AND 7 in the total page count. Lethal Bayou Beauty book 2 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 7/22 - Miss Fortune #2 & 276 pages :-)
3. Drive 13 Miles from Two Harbors to Gooseberry Falls State Park
Read a series #3. Swamp Sniper book 3 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 7/23 - Miss Fortune #3
4. Drive 2 Miles from Gooseberry Falls State Park to Iona's Beach
Read a book with 2 in the total page count. Swamp Team 3 by by Jana Deleon 5* 7/25 - 270 pages
5. Drive 5 Miles from from Iona's Beach to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
Read a book with 5 in the total page count. The Hangman's Companion by Joseph Flynn 4* 7/31 - 528 pages
6. Drive 10 Miles from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park to Black Beach
Read a series #10. Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich 3* 8/4 - Stephanie Plum #10
7. Drive 2 Miles from Black Beach to Palisade Head
Read a series #2 OR read a book with 2 in the total page count. Twenty-Nine and a Half Reasons book 2 of Rose Gardner Mystery Box Set by Denise Grover Swank 4* 8/5 - Rose Gardner #2 & 256 pages :-)
8. Drive 3 Miles from Palisade Head to Tettegouche State Park
Read a book with 3 in the total page count. Entscheidung in Cornwall=Once More With Feeling by Nora Roberts 3* 8/6 - 305 pages
9. Drive 20 Miles from Tettegouche State Park to Temperance River State Park
Read a series #2 or #20 OR read #20 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 AND 0 in the total page count. Mainhattan Blues by Andreas Schäfer 4* 8/7 - 240 pages (Mainhattan is a local term for Frankfurt/Main - especially if compared to New York City)
10. Drive 11 Miles from Temperance River State Park to Lutsen
Read a series #1. Brownies & Betrayal by Heather Justesen 3* 8/9 Sweet Bites Mysteries #1
11. Drive 9 Miles from Lutsen to Cascade River State Park
Read a book with 9 in the total page count. Through Her Eyes by Alisha Jones 5* 8/11 - 190 pages
12. Drive 8 Miles from Cascade River State Park to Grand Marais
Read a book with 8 in the total page count. Murder at the Courthouse by Ann H. Gabhart 4* 8/13 - 338 pages
13. Drive 14 Miles from Grand Marais to Judge C. R. Magney State Park
Read a series #1. At Her SEAL's Command by Selena Blake 3* 8/16 - SEALs of Roseville #1
14. Drive 21 Miles from Judge C. R. Magney State Park to Grand Portage
Read a series #2. Someone Else's Fairytale book 1 of Someone Else's Fairytale Box Set: Books 1-4 by E.M. Tippetts 5* 8/20 Someone Else's Fairytale #1
I'm in!Ring of Fire Bingo
Duration: 7/1/18 - 9/30/18
Level: Four (I hope for a full board)
Completed: 0/25
100+ pages, re-post when finished
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Guatemala (blue, white, +)
Philippines (blue, red, white, +)
Argentina (light blue, white, +)
Russia (white, night or deep blue, red)
Chile (red, white, blue)
Australia (night or deep blue, Union Jack)
Japan (white, red)
Peru (red, white, +)
Nicaragua (blue, white, +)
Ecuador (yellow, blue, red, +)
Papua New Guinea (red, black, +)
El Salvador (blue, white, +)
Ring of Fire (-)
Canada (red, white)
Fiji (light blue, Union Jack, +)
Solomon Islands (blue, green, +)
New Zealand (blue, Union Jack)
Costa Rica (blue, white, red, +)
Panama (blue, white, red)
Vanuatu (red, green, black, +)
Colombia (yellow, blue, red)
USA (red, white, blue)
Indonesia (red, white)
Mexico (green, white, red, +)
Honduras (blue, white)
You can complete a space one of FIVE ways. Remember there is NO FREE SPACE!
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2. AUTHOR: Author’s First AND Last Initials Found in the Word(s).
3. LOCATION: Book takes place in listed country.
4. TEXT: Country name found in the text. Please share text.
5. COVER: Cover has the colors of the flag prominently shown on it. Post cover.
jingles wrote: "I'm still at #91 for the audio and #161 for the ebook."Wow, that's a bummer!
I'm glad my library finally got it and either they got enough copies or I was really lucky I've seen it before other noticed and the big run started so I downloaded it a few minutes ago and I'm looking forward to finally read it.
I'd prefer to read the English original but since it was more than unlikely my library'll get it so I'll be happy I can read it at all - even if it's 'only' the German translation :-)
Now I only hope I'll feel well enough to read it within the next three weeks.
Denise wrote: "Karen wrote: "And people tell me his Rules of Civility is also good, if not better!"
loved that one too"
I heard it too and so I hope Amazon will have a nice big deal so I can afford it or my library will buy it.
Finished! :-)Spell the Continents
Start Date: 2/3/18
Africa 6/6
A An Eclair To Remember by Rich Amooi 5* 3/21
F Friends With Partial Benefits by Luke Young 4* 2/19
R Rückkehr Nach River's End=River's End by Nora Roberts 5* 2/20
I If Ever I Would Leave You by Susan May Warren 1* 3/5
C Vegas Vacation by Clare Revell 4* 4/18
A Anne, Melody: The Tycoon's Revenge 2* 6/4
Antarctica 10/10
A Alexander, Brandy No Such Thing As A Secret by Shelly Fredman 4* 5/17
N Night Passage by Robert B. Parker 5* 2/8
T Trouble in Paradise by Robert B. Parker 4* 2/11
A A Merciful Secret by Kendra Elliot 3* 2/20
R Remember Me by Lara Van Hulzen 3* 3/6
C Cabin by the Lake by Desiree Douglas 5* 2/27
T Totenmontag=Monday Mourning by Kathy Reichs 3* 2/14
I In Death #10 Spiel mit dem Mörder=Witness in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 3/20
C The Crossing Places by Elly Griffiths 3* 5/18
A Adams, Noelle: Falling for Her Brother's Best Friend 4* 5/16
Asia 4/4
A Amelia Sachs The Kill Room by Jeffery Deaver 5* 5/9
S Special Agent Kandice by Mimi Barbour 5* 6/5
I In Death #7 Liebesnacht mit einem Mörder=Holiday in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/24
A Adler-Olsen, Jussi: Erbarmen=The Keeper of Lost Causes 3* 5/6
Australia 9/9
A Anna Das Mädchen aus Brooklyn=La fille de Brooklyn by Guillaume Musso 6* 5/2 lit. translation: The Girl form Brooklyn
U Unter Fremden by Jutta Profijt 6* 4/9 lit. translation: Among Strangers
S Sidetracked by Brandilyn Collins 5* 3/23
T Totgeglaubte leben länger=Cross Bones by Kathy Reichs 1* 4/17
R Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks 4* 4/5
A Achilles, Kyle Chasing Ivan by Tim Tigner 5* 3/9
L Louisiana Longshot book 1 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 4/7
I In Death #14 Einladung zum Mord=Reunion in Death by J.D. Robb 3* 4/28
A Andersson, Johan Mörder Anders und seine Freunde nebst dem einen oder anderen Feind=Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All by Jonas Jonasson 2* 4/13
Europe 6/6
E Ein feuriger Verehrer=Loyalty in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 3
U Uncommon Heroes #4 Kidnapped by Dee Henderson 4* 5/31
R Robb, J.D.: Symphonie des Todes=Betrayal in Death 4* 4/12
O On The Run by Taylor Hart 4* 2/12
P Per Anhalter durch die Galaxis=The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams 3* 4/18
E E'yen A. Gardner: Love Letters 6* 2/25
North America 12/12
N Nacht im Central Park by Guillaume Musso 6* 3/5 lit. transl. Night in Central Park
O Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline 5* 5/29
R Robb, J.D.: Der Kuss des Killers=Ceremony in Death 2* 2/7
T Too Hard to Handle by Julie Ann Walker 4* 5/3
H His Prairie Princess book 1 of The Cooke Brothers by Kit Morgan 4* 4/14
A Adam Croft: Too Close For Comfort 2* 4/10
M Miłość w wielkim mieście=Love and the City by Jessie Valetta 1* 2/26
E Ed Der Joker=I Am the Messenger by Markus Zusak 6* 4/28
R Robb, J.D.: Der Tod ist mein=Conspiracy in Death 5* 3/10
I Ivey, Eowyn: Das Schneemädchen=The Snow Child 6* 3/24
C Casey, Elle: Wrong Turn, Right Direction 5* 3/13
A Azar Nafisi: Lolita lesen in Teheran=Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books 2* 4/10
South America 12/12
S Stim by Kevin Berry 5* 5/13
O Olen Steinhauer: The Tourist 5* 3/14
U Undercover FBI #3 - Special Agent Maximilian by Mimi Barbour 5* 2/3
T Die Klaviatur des Todes: Deutschlands bekanntester Rechtsmediziner klärt auf by Michael Tsokos 3* 2/16/18 (172 - estimated) lit. trasl. The Keyboard of Death: Germany's Most Famous Forensic Pathologist Explains (Enlightens or Solves - as in a crime - word play with several meanings)
H Her Stolen Past book 3 of Family Reunions Complete Collection: Hide and Seek\Christmas Cover-Up\Her Stolen Past by Lynette Eason 4* 3/20
A Annie Blake Bluegrass Undercover by Kathleen Brooks 5* 3/25
M Mord ist ihre Leidenschaft=Vengeance in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/18
E Explicit by Roxy Sloane 6* 5/15
R Dance with the Enemy by Rob Sinclair 5* 3/3
I Ironside, Virginia: Nein! Ich will keinen Seniorenteller: Das Tagebuch der Marie Sharp=No! I Don't Want to Join a Book Club: Diary of a Sixtieth Year 3* 3/22
C Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson 4* 4/21
A Anthony Spencer Der Weg=Cross Roads by William Paul Young 4* 2/11
I wasn't well the last few month, so I'm pretty behind with updating my challenges & than I forgot this one so I finished only 7 of the tasks in time and the last one this week :-(The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring...Tra La
Duration: 4/1/18 - 5/31/18
Completed: 8/8
1. Cherry Blossoms
Cherry blossoms have a great significance in Japan, representing a new beginning and the beauty of life. During the short blooming period, the Japanese spend their days and evenings under the full blooming cherry trees with family and friends. In 1912, the mayor of Japan gave the US over 3,000 Japanese cherry trees to strengthen the friendship between the two countries. The trees were planted throughout Washington DC and every year on March 27th, the city commemorates the gift with a festival.
Read a book with a PINK cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in Japan or the USA Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks 4* 4/5 - set in Kentucky - near Lexington
Read a book that was published in the 1900's
2. Bluebells
Bluebells are members of the lily family and are native to Belgium, Portugal and Spain. They have long been symbolic of humility, constancy and gratitude. For a few weeks in early spring, many forests throughout western Europe turn into a gorgeous carpet of bluebells. Their wooded sanctuary explains why they are also closely linked to the realm of fairies and are sometimes referred to as "fairy thimbles."
Read a book with a BLUE cover (at least 50%)
110 - Ein Bulle hört zu: Aus der Notrufzentrale der Polizei by Cid Jonas Gutenrath 6* 4/14 (200 - estimated) lit. translation: 110 (German emergency number) - A Cop (or Pig - sorry it's the author's decision to use this word) Listens: From Police' Emergency Call Center - Aus der Notrufzentrale #1Read a book that takes place in Belgium, Portugal or Spain OR
Read a book that is tagged FANTASY on its GR Homepage
3. Lavender
Lavender is on Old World flowering plant from the mint family. It was one of the holy herbs used in the biblical Temple and Ancient Egyptians used it's oil for aromatherapy and healing. You can find impressive lavender fields in France and Bulgaria, both countries being the highest producers of lavender oil which is still used medicinally and to promote relaxation and sound sleep.
Read a book with a PURPLE cover (at least 50%)
Special Agent Kandice by Mimi Barbour 5* 6/5 - a little late but finally finishedRead a book that takes place in France or Bulgaria OR
Read a book that takes place in Ancient Times
4. Poppies - In Poland they are usually red :-)
No, you didn’t fall asleep in Oz! These vibrant poppy fields are found in the Mojave Desert of California. The dry land sprouts with the state flower from late winter to early spring. Poppies have long been used as a symbol of sleep and death as portrayed in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, where the magical poppy field threatened to make Dorothy and her friends sleep forever. It is also the flower worn throughout Canada and the UK on Remembrance Day to remember those who were lost in the line of duty.
Read a book with an ORANGE cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in California, Canada or the UK Der Kruzifix Killer=The Crucifix Killer by Chris Carter 5* 4/25 - set in L.A.
Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in POPPY
5. Daffodils
Daffodils may be the most popular of all spring-blooming bulbs and is a symbol of rebirth. The classic yellow flower, with its big ruffled trumpet has been welcoming the season for generations. The English countryside is awash with them throughout the months of spring. In Wales, it's said if you spot the first daffodil of the season, your next 12 months will be filled with wealth, and Chinese legend says if a daffodil bulb is forced to bloom during the New Year, it will bring good luck to your home.
Read a book with a YELLOW cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in England, Wales or China OR
Read a series book #1 The Crossing Places by Elly Griffiths 3* 5/18 Ruth Galloway #1 & set in England
6. Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons are native to and grow wild in northern Asia and usually bloom from April to June. It is the national flower of Nepal and can be found growing at an elevation of 19,000 feet. The symbolism associated with the Rhododendron is "caution or danger" which is likely due to the high toxicity of its leaves. The name Rhododendron comes from the greek words "rodon" and "dendron" which means Rose or Red Tree probably because of the most common red color of the flower.
Read a book with a RED cover (at least 50%) OR
Sizzling Sixteen by Janet Evanovich 3* 4/14Read a book that takes place in Asia OR
Read a book that has the word "poison" in its text. Share the sentence or phrase.
7. Tulip
The Netherlands is known for its windmills, wooden shoes and canals but its their amazing fields of tulips that make us swoon. The Dutch are not alone in their love for this flower - in Iran it is a holy symbol and is immortalized on their national flag. And in Turkey there is a legend about a young prince who killed himself when he learned of his true love.'s death. It's told that a scarlet tulip sprang up from each droplet of his blood, giving the red tulip the meaning "perfect love."
Read a book with the title or author's name printed in PINK or RED on the cover OR
Read a book that takes place in the Netherlands, Iran or Turkey OR
Read a booked tagged ROMANCE on its GR homepage
Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson 4* 4/21 MPG: Romance & title printed in red8. Lupines
Lupines, a popular spring wildflower of North and South America, are said to represent "imagination". This flower certainly takes our imagination all over the two continents - to the Rocky Mountains, the pacific Northwest and even to the Andes of Peru and Chile. It's a beautiful but prolific flower and has spread beyond the America's. In fact, many countries including, New Zealand and Norway consider it an invasive weed and struggle to keep it under control.
Read a book with the title or author's name printed in PURPLE on the cover OR
Read a book that takes place in North or South America Błękitny Zamek=The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery 5* 4/22 set in Canada
Read a book by a "prolific" author who has written more than 25 books. Be sure to include the link to the author's home page.
Doughnuts of the WorldDuration: 6/1/18 - 7/31/18
Completed: 4/8
100+ pages, re-post when completed
1. Malasada
We’re starting with my favorite and one of the many reasons I love Hawaii!! Originally a Portuguese confection, these round fritters came to the Pacific in the late 1800s. The eggy, yeast dough gets a dusting of granulated sugar once it's fried. Traditionally without filling, some varieties are given the tropical treatment with chunky fruit fillings made from local taro, pineapple, mango or passion fruit making them similar to the popular filled German doughnut, the Berliner.
*Read a book that takes place in Hawaii or read a book by a new to you author in your favorite genre (romantic suspense = RS) Serendipity Boxed Set or Erased (Webster)
2. Koeksister
When looking for a sweet and deep-fried treat in South Africa, you must turn to koeksisters. After frying, these "braided" dough treats are soaked in a sweet syrup flavored with cinnamon, ginger, and lemon, making them sticky and crunchy on the outside, and moist and syrupy inside. The Cape Malay community puts their twist on it and prepares a coconut-coated version,
*Read a book that takes place in Africa or read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in KOEKSISTER. Monster in the Closet by Karen Rose 6* 6/7 KoeksisteR :-)
3. Beaver Tails
Read a book that takes place in Canada or is written by a Canadian author or read a book with an animal tail prominently shown on the cover. Special Agent Kandice by Mimi Barbour 5* 6/5 - she's a Canadian author :-)
4. Tulumba
These oval-shaped ridged pastries are a popular street food in Turkey, Greece and Croatia. They are prepared by vendors who fry them up on the spot, piping the dough from a tube right into the hot oil. They are then soaked in a sweet fragrant lemony syrup making for a definite Turkish delight!
*Read a book that takes place in a Mediterranean country (tell us where) or read a book with a yellow cover. The Nearest Exit
5. Jalebi
Popular in Southern Asia, India and the Middle East, these delicate "loops" or “spirals” of dough resemble thin funnel cakes. The batter for these sticky sweets is fermented before frying. Like most pastries, these treats are best eaten hot. The origins can be traced as far back as 13th Century Mesopotamia and are today served at food stalls and chat shops across Southern Asia.
*Read a book that takes place in India or the Middle East or read a book with a title that starts with a letter in JALEBI. Bang! You're Dead, Escorting the Actress (=Ex-Billionaire Escort - The Escort Collection #2), Last Night in Montreal, Barefoot in White,
6. Churros
The churro originated with Spanish shepherds who named them after churra sheep's horns. The dough is a simple mixture of flour, water and salt and are often dusted with cinnamon and sugar after being fried. They are a popular breakfast treat throughout Latin America and are perfect for dipping in cafe con leche or thick hot chocolate. You can also find them all over the world at carnivals, and fairs in all shapes and sizes, sometimes even stuffed with wonderful additions.
*Read a book that takes place in Spain or Latin America or read a book where the characters attend a carnival or fair. The Recruiter?, Nemesis in Spain
7. Oliebollen/Smoutebollen
Read a book that takes place in the Netherlands or Belgium or read a book where a celebration occurs. The Tycoon's Revenge by Melody Anne 2* 6/4 - a wedding
8. Sel Roti
Read a book that takes place in Asia or read a book that will last a while (over 400 pages long). Der Knochenbrecher=The Night Stalker by Chris Carter 4* 6/4 - 416 pages
Jan wrote: "Rosa wrote: "I like Tulumbas, but I'm disappointed that you left out the best kind-of-doughnut thing in existance: the Krapfen!"Sorry Rosa!! I'm sure I left out many people's favorites. I could h..."
Jan & Rosa, thank you so much for some entertainment in the morning - I really loved your exchange.
And even if I'm sure you'll disagree Rosa, I just claim the best kind are faworki *grins* (these are the Polish kind - rather flat and so crunchy - yummy - I have to ask my mother we make some when I go in September to care for my grandmother while they go to Poland for a family wedding)
Jan wrote: "Hi Agnieszka - thanks for checking in on this. I'm not sure where you grabbed the idea that you can use ratings/reviews for the numbers. There are only four numbers/ways that you can use:*Publicat..."
Wow, that was fast! I'm glad I checked before going to bed :-)
I wasn't sure if Yours can look completely different - mix and match any way that works. means we can use different kind of # as well and wanted to check with you before I have to change everything later. This way there are only a few books I have to find a different place for or delete :-) I'm really glad I checked with you but have the feeling I'm not making any sense - it's just too late.
Jan, does it work this way? When I read a book in a book set - I went into the single book edition and got there the details (publication date, # ratings, # reviews, avg. rating etc.) The last line for each city is just for me, so I know which # are still needed.1. Ottawa
Latitude: 45.421530 / Longitude: -75.697193
Mörderspiele = Interlude in Death book 2 of Mörderspiele: Drei Fälle für Eve Dallas=Three in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 4/12 - 13,549 ratings°
Sizzling Sixteen by Janet Evanovich 3* 4/14 - 65,921 ratings°
40 / 7573
2. New Delhi
Latitude: 28.613939 / Longitude: 77.209021
Lolita lesen in Teheran=Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books by Azar Nafisi 2* 4/10 - 102,232 ratings°
110 - Ein Bulle hört zu: Aus der Notrufzentrale der Polizei by Cid Jonas Gutenrath 6* 4/14 lit. translation: 110 (German emergency number) - A Cop (or Pig - sorry it's the author's decision to use this word) Listens: From Police' Emergency Call Center - 63 ratings°
899 / 77901
3. Wellington
Latitude: -41.286460 / Longitude: 174.776236
Louisiana Longshot book 1 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 4/7 - 13,278 ratings°
Unter Fremden by Jutta Profijt 6* 4/9 - lit. translation: Among Strangers - 274 pages
Symphonie des Todes=Betrayal in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 4/12 - 647 reviews°
6460 / 16
4. Brasilia
Latitude: -15.794229 / Longitude: -47.882166
Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks 4* 4/5 - 242 pages
His Prairie Princess book 1 of The Cooke Brothers 4* 4/14 - 1,175 ratings°
99 / 4788266
5. Cape Town
Latitude: -33.924869 / Longitude: 18.424055
Die Begnadigung=The Broker by John Grisham 4* 4/9 - 2,423 reviews°
Too Close For Comfort by Adam Croft 2* 4/10 - 1,405 ratings°
add ACE: Mörder Anders und seine Freunde nebst dem einen oder anderen Feind=Hitman Anders and the Meaning of It All by Jonas Jonasson 2* 4/13 - 8,456 ratings°
3989
6. Madrid
Latitude: 40.416775 / Longitude: -3.703790
Dying to Read by Lorena McCourtney 3* 4/2 - avg. rating: 3.65°
404177 / 703790
° as of 4/15
^ as of 4/?
If not, here is my original idea - and I really hope this one works :-) (view spoiler)
Teri-K wrote: "...(Her husband worked for MI6 and she was accused of getting classified information from him for this one.)"That sounds great!
My first novel by Liane Moriarty: Das Geheimnis meines Mannes=The Husband's Secret was a revelation. It's a great genre mixture set in Australia (Melbourne & Sydney)
Teri-K wrote: "I'll take Poland with While Still We Live by Helen MacInnes.Thanks."
This looks like a great book and the other books she's written seem to be not bad as well. I'm always looking for books set in Poland and good espionage thrillers - thanks!
You made my day - I'm a number junkie!Capital City Longitude/Latitude Fun #1
Start Date: 4/1/18
Completed cities: 0/6
Books read: 11
1. Ottawa
Latitude: 45.421530 / Longitude: -75.697193
Lolita lesen in Teheran=Reading Lolita in Tehran: A Memoir in Books by Azar Nafisi 2* 4/10 - 352 pages
Mörderspiele = Interlude in Death book 2 of Mörderspiele: Drei Fälle für Eve Dallas=Three in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 4/12 - 135 pages
44150 / 76979
2. New Delhi
Latitude: 28.613939 / Longitude: 77.209021
Dying to Read by Lorena McCourtney 3* 4/2 - published 2012
Too Close For Comfort by Adam Croft 2* 4/10 - 183 pages
26939 / 7709
3. Wellington
Latitude: -41.286460 / Longitude: 174.776236
Unter Fremden by Jutta Profijt 6* 4/9 - lit. translation: Among Strangers - 274 pages
Die Begnadigung=The Broker by John Grisham 4* 4/9 - 480 pages
Sizzling Sixteen by Janet Evanovich 3* 4/14 - Stephanie Plum #16
246 / 177636
4. Brasilia
Latitude: -15.794229 / Longitude: -47.882166
Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks 4* 4/5 - 242 pages
Symphonie des Todes=Betrayal in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 4/12 - Eve Dallas = In Death #12
16799 / 478866
5. Cape Town
Latitude: -33.924869 / Longitude: 18.424055
Louisiana Longshot book 1 of Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 4/7 - 232 pages
His Prairie Princess book 1 of The Cooke Brothers 4* 4/14 - 109 pages
34869 / 84455
6. Madrid
Latitude: 40.416775 / Longitude: -3.703790
40416775 / 3703790
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I love this idea and hope I'll manage to complete the entire board - we'll see how it works :-)Great Barrier Reef BINGO
Duration: April 1 - June 30, 2018
Completed: 0/25
X B | I | N | G | O
1 O | O | O | O | O
2 O | O | O | O | O
3 O | O | O | O | O
4 O | O | O | O | O
5 O | O | O | O | O
Bingo order:
B1: Dolfin
I1: Shell
N1: Fish
G1: Kayak
O1: Island
B2: Anemone
I2: Puffer
N2: Dive
G2: Crab
O2: Ray
B3: Starfish
I3: Dugong
N3: The Great Barrier Reef
G3: Jellyfish
O3: Snorkel
B4: Eel
I4: Coral
N4: Whale
G4: Turtle
O4: Nemo
B5: Octopus
I5: Wave
N5: Fins
G5: Shipwreck
O5: Beach
1. Title Begins with the First OR Last letter of the Word (Use or Disregard A, An or The). **For the middle square you will use T or F.
2. Author’s First AND Last Initials Found in the Word(s).
3. Word Found in the TITLE or TEXT of book. Please share "portion of text" with page/location if using the TEXT option. **For the middle square the word must be "barrier" or "reef".
4. Item found on cover - post cover.
Jan wrote: "Welcome Patrizia, Michelle & Agnieszka! Sorry I left out lilacs - I'm sure there are others I left out. This series of challenges always has 8 tasks so I couldn't include them all."
Too bad :-)
Why not, I have already more challenges than I can manage, one more won't change anything :-)Even if you didn't include lilacs - what's a spring without their wonderful smell *grins*
The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring...Tra La
Duration: 4/1/18 - 5/31/18
Completed: 8/8
1. Cherry Blossoms
Cherry blossoms have a great significance in Japan, representing a new beginning and the beauty of life. During the short blooming period, the Japanese spend their days and evenings under the full blooming cherry trees with family and friends. In 1912, the mayor of Japan gave the US over 3,000 Japanese cherry trees to strengthen the friendship between the two countries. The trees were planted throughout Washington DC and every year on March 27th, the city commemorates the gift with a festival.
Read a book with a PINK cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in Japan or the USA Rising Storm by Kathleen Brooks 4* 4/5 - set in Kentucky - near Lexington
Read a book that was published in the 1900's
2. Bluebells
Bluebells are members of the lily family and are native to Belgium, Portugal and Spain. They have long been symbolic of humility, constancy and gratitude. For a few weeks in early spring, many forests throughout western Europe turn into a gorgeous carpet of bluebells. Their wooded sanctuary explains why they are also closely linked to the realm of fairies and are sometimes referred to as "fairy thimbles."
Read a book with a BLUE cover (at least 50%)
110 - Ein Bulle hört zu: Aus der Notrufzentrale der Polizei by Cid Jonas Gutenrath 6* 4/14 (200 - estimated) lit. translation: 110 (German emergency number) - A Cop (or Pig - sorry it's the author's decision to use this word) Listens: From Police' Emergency Call Center - Aus der Notrufzentrale #1Read a book that takes place in Belgium, Portugal or Spain OR
Read a book that is tagged FANTASY on its GR Homepage
3. Lavender
Lavender is on Old World flowering plant from the mint family. It was one of the holy herbs used in the biblical Temple and Ancient Egyptians used it's oil for aromatherapy and healing. You can find impressive lavender fields in France and Bulgaria, both countries being the highest producers of lavender oil which is still used medicinally and to promote relaxation and sound sleep.
Read a book with a PURPLE cover (at least 50%)
Special Agent Kandice by Mimi Barbour 5* 6/5 - a little late but finally finishedRead a book that takes place in France or Bulgaria OR
Read a book that takes place in Ancient Times
4. Poppies - In Poland they are usually red :-)
No, you didn’t fall asleep in Oz! These vibrant poppy fields are found in the Mojave Desert of California. The dry land sprouts with the state flower from late winter to early spring. Poppies have long been used as a symbol of sleep and death as portrayed in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, where the magical poppy field threatened to make Dorothy and her friends sleep forever. It is also the flower worn throughout Canada and the UK on Remembrance Day to remember those who were lost in the line of duty.
Read a book with an ORANGE cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in California, Canada or the UK Der Kruzifix Killer=The Crucifix Killer by Chris Carter 5* 4/25 - set in L.A.
Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in POPPY
5. Daffodils
Daffodils may be the most popular of all spring-blooming bulbs and is a symbol of rebirth. The classic yellow flower, with its big ruffled trumpet has been welcoming the season for generations. The English countryside is awash with them throughout the months of spring. In Wales, it's said if you spot the first daffodil of the season, your next 12 months will be filled with wealth, and Chinese legend says if a daffodil bulb is forced to bloom during the New Year, it will bring good luck to your home.
Read a book with a YELLOW cover (at least 50%) OR
Read a book that takes place in England, Wales or China OR
Read a series book #1 The Crossing Places by Elly Griffiths 3* 5/18 Ruth Galloway #1 & set in England
6. Rhododendrons
Rhododendrons are native to and grow wild in northern Asia and usually bloom from April to June. It is the national flower of Nepal and can be found growing at an elevation of 19,000 feet. The symbolism associated with the Rhododendron is "caution or danger" which is likely due to the high toxicity of its leaves. The name Rhododendron comes from the greek words "rodon" and "dendron" which means Rose or Red Tree probably because of the most common red color of the flower.
Read a book with a RED cover (at least 50%) OR
Sizzling Sixteen by Janet Evanovich 3* 4/14Read a book that takes place in Asia OR
Read a book that has the word "poison" in its text. Share the sentence or phrase.
7. Tulip
The Netherlands is known for its windmills, wooden shoes and canals but its their amazing fields of tulips that make us swoon. The Dutch are not alone in their love for this flower - in Iran it is a holy symbol and is immortalized on their national flag. And in Turkey there is a legend about a young prince who killed himself when he learned of his true love.'s death. It's told that a scarlet tulip sprang up from each droplet of his blood, giving the red tulip the meaning "perfect love."
Read a book with the title or author's name printed in PINK or RED on the cover OR
Read a book that takes place in the Netherlands, Iran or Turkey OR
Read a booked tagged ROMANCE on its GR homepage
Checkmate by R.L. Mathewson 4* 4/21 MPG: Romance & title printed in red8. Lupines
Lupines, a popular spring wildflower of North and South America, are said to represent "imagination". This flower certainly takes our imagination all over the two continents - to the Rocky Mountains, the pacific Northwest and even to the Andes of Peru and Chile. It's a beautiful but prolific flower and has spread beyond the America's. In fact, many countries including, New Zealand and Norway consider it an invasive weed and struggle to keep it under control.
Read a book with the title or author's name printed in PURPLE on the cover OR
Read a book that takes place in North or South America Błękitny Zamek=The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery 5* 4/22 set in Canada
Read a book by a "prolific" author who has written more than 25 books. Be sure to include the link to the author's home page.
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Jan wrote: "Thanks Agnieszka! And what a great list - I appreciate you taking the time to put this together for me!! That was so sweet and I will be checking them all out. In regards to what works for his ch..."
I'm glad I could make life a little more fun for you :-)
And thank you for the answer, that's what I thought but wanted to be sure :-)
