Agnieszka’s Comments (group member since Feb 01, 2018)

Agnieszka’s comments from the Wanderlust Challenges group.

I'm done :-D

Iconic Trail: Cycling the Rhine
Duration: 2/1/22 - 5/31/22
Completed: 10/10


✔ 1. Start: Springs in Switzerland
Read the first book in a series & set in the mountains Diamonds Aren't Forever by Connie Shelton 3* 2/20 - Heist Ladies Caper Mysteries #1 & set in mountains surrounding Phoenix as well as in Switzerland

✔ 2. Switzerland
Read a book whose title starts with a letter found in CHUR Heaven's Doors Are Open by Blake Western 4* 2/14 - H-title

✔ 3. Liechtenstein
Read a book set in a location whose name begins with a letter in LIECHTENSTEIN Die Zeuginnen=The Testaments by Margaret Atwood 5* 2/19 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

✔ 4. Lake Constance
Read a book where the MC stands at a crossroads Sanctuary Hidden by Lisa Phillips book 3 in Team Love on the Run Box-Set #1 4* 2/1 (100!) both MCs are facing the end of their careers and have to decide what comes afterwards

✔ 5. Lake Gnadensee to Basel
Read a book set near a lake & with a religious character My Sister's Grave by Robert Dugoni 5* 2/16 - Cedar Grove is set near a lake & a minister at a funeral

✔ 6. Alsace (France)
Read a book set in France The Spy by Paulo Coelho ?* 2/28? - set mainly in Paris

✔ 7. From Strasbourg to Mainz
Read a book with a car/truck on the cover New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb 4* 3/20 - there's a tiny police car at the bottom of the cover

✔ 8. The Romantic Rhine: from Mainz to Koblenz
Read a book tagged ROMANCE on its GR homepage Forever Lies by Kathleen Brooks 4* 2/7

✔ 9. From Koblenz to the Dutch Border
Read a book set in a capital city Confined with the CEO & the Bodyguard: Kelsey by Jordana Pearce 4* 2/20 - NYC (capital of the state NY)

✔ 10. The Rhine Delta (Netherlands)
Read a book whose MC's name begins with a letter that can be found in ROTTERDAM Expired Refuge book 1 in Expired Box Set by Lisa Phillips 3.5* 2/8 - Mia Tathers (female MC)
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Jan wrote: "I kind of thought you would think that but wanted to give you the option...lol."

I think by know you know your people a bit :-D

Jan wrote: "Either of those two books will work find Agnieszka! But let me make it easier for you. Since you read over 100 pages of the original book you chose, I'll let you use it if you want. Just include th..."

Thank you!
Unfortuntelly that would feel like cheating to me and I want read both of these anyway so I hope at least one of them works out :-D

Another question regarding #7. Machu Picchu: Read a book by an author whose initials are MP.

My book for this task didn't work out (I really tried but it was so badly written I managed only a third = 155 pages of the book) and have to pick a new book but am not sure if my ideas work. So my question now is: Would you accept also an author with a middle initial? I think of using one of these:
The Parables of Jesus: Made Simple by Matthew Robert Payne or
An American Beach for African Americans by Marsha Dean Phelts

I have some not very appealing books by stright MP-authors so feel free to decide either way.

Time for another update:

12. Great Barrier Reef
G: The Gentleman Vanishes book 3 in Cherringham - Episodes 28-30 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 3* 8/28/21
R: Roberts, Nora: The Search 4* 9/19/21
E: Evie Scott: Forever Freed by Kathleen Brooks 4* 3/12/21
A: Ahmed (Mueez): Final Vow by Kathleen Brooks 5* 7/23/21
T: Travels in Alaska book 1 in Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by John Muir 5* 6/21/21
B: Bullets and Beads by Jana Deleon 5* 2/12/21
A: Another Hour to Kill by Anita Higman 2* 7/30/21
R: R.E. Donald: Slow Curve on the Coquihalla 3* 8/13/21
R: Robb, J.D.: Witness in Death 5* 9/21/21
I: Infinite Powers: The Story of Calculus - The Language of the Universe by Steven H. Strogatz 3* 1/28/21
E: Evanovich, Janet: To the Nines 3* 5/11/21
R: Rachel Summers: Puzzle House by Lillian Duncan 4* 9/13/21
R: Rylann Pierce: Wiedersehen macht Liebe=About That Night by Julie James 3* 7/9/21
E: Ellie Rocca: A Mother's Day Murder by Dee Ernst 4* 6/4/21
E: Elizabeth Ward: Her Sanctuary book 1 in Her Box Set by Toni Anderson 4* 6/25/21
F: Forever Saved by Kathleen Brooks 4* 3/13/21

16. Bagan Temples and Pagodas
B: Brooks, Kathleen: Forever Thrown 3* 8/24/21
A: Alice Trentwell: The Buzz Kill by Katherine Hayton 5* 7/31/21
G: Gator Bait by Jana Deleon 5* 11/26/21
A: Around the World in 20 Bikes Robert Hopwood 2* 8/29/21
N: Never Too Late by J.C. Laird 3* 6/7/21
T: Twisted 26 by Janet Evanovich 2* 10/22/21
E: Elizabeth 'Bizzy' Baker: Santa Claws Calamity book 3 in Country Cottage Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Addison Moore & Bellamy Bloom 3* 7/26/21
M: Maven Morris Deadly Communications by Lillian Duncan 3* 8/15/21
P: Początek=The Beautiful Mrs. Seidenman by Andrzej Szczypiorski 4* 5/31/21
L: Love Irresistibly by Julie James 4* 9/6/21
E: Eason, Lynette: Blackout 4* 8/7/21
S: Stickeen: Story of a Dog book 3 in Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by John Muir 5* 6/15/21
A: Archer Brothers #2: Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer 4* 9/10/21
N: Never Gonna Happen by Cynthia Eden 4* 6/10/21
D: A Dinner to Die For book 1 in Cherringham - Episodes 28-30 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 4* 8/26/21
P: Persuasion: with original illustrations by C.E. Brock by Jane Austen & Charles Edmund Brock (illustrations) 5* 6/17/21
A: Amanda Griffin: The Witness by Dee Henderson 4* 9/4/21
G: Granny Strikes Back by Harper Lin 4* 12/26/21
O: Owl & Raccoon Locked Room Mysteries #1: The Single Staircase by Matt Ingwalson 3* 9/7/21
D: Death on a Moonlit Night book 2 in Cherringham, Episode 25-27 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 3.5* 8/13/21
A: The Abominable Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by J. Dawn King 4* 10/24/21
S: Das Spiel seines Lebens=Deal Breaker by Harlan Coben 5* 11/1/21

17. Karnak Temple
K: Koch, Samuel: StehaufMensch!: Was macht uns stark? (K)ein Resilienz-Ratgeber. (Skipjack: What Makes Us Strong? (Not) An Resilience Guidebook) by 4* 8/24/21 (view spoiler)[the title is not really translatable as it's a combination of a word play and contradictory statement:
- Stehaufmännchen (diminutive of Stehaufmensch) is a tumbler or skipjack though here it's a combination of the mental pictures of this toy and a resilient person as the sentence Steh auf, Mensch! (or more common Mensch, steh auf!) means literally Man (Gee)! Get up!
- (K)ein is a unique German word creation used as an (indefinite) aricle and it's negation all at the same - meaning here it's NOT a book about resilience but also that it IS a book about resilience (hide spoiler)]
A: Another Shot: A Modern-Day Ruth and Boaz Story by Brooke St. James 5* 10/30/21
R: Fortune Redding: Lethal Bayou Beauty book 2 in Miss Fortune Series Boxset 1 by Jana Deleon 5* 11/23/21
N: No Such Thing As A Good Blind Date by Shelly Fredman 3* 6/20/21
A: Angela Ruth Strong: False Security 3* 11/5/21
K: Keeley Bates: A Dead End 4* 11/9/21
T: Tod auf dem Nil=Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie 3* 11/6/21
E: Eddie Adams: Designer Dirty Laundry by Diane Vallere 1* 8/6/21
M: Meg's Best Man by Cynthia Bruner 5* 2/20/21
P: The Paris Protection by Bryan Devore 3* 7/12/21
L: Lynette Eason: Called to Protect 5* 9/14/21
E: Sarah Edwards: The Song Never Dies book 1 in Cherringham - Episodes 22 - 24 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 4* 8/8/21

20. Bora Bora
B: Beguiled by Deeanne Gist & J. Mark Bertrand 3* 3/18/22
O: Opening Hearts by Iona Findley 4* 11/8/21
R: Fortune Redding: Fortune Hunter by Jana Deleon 4* 12/1/21
A: Addison Moore & Bellamy Bloom: Murder Bites book 2 in Country Cottage Mysteries Books 4-6: Cozy Mysteries 3* 11/11/21
B: Bullets and Beads by Jana Deleon 5* 1/9/22
O: Outback Heat #1: Some Girls Do by Amy Andrews book 3 in The Australian Bestseller Box Set 4* 11/12/21
R: Reel of Fortune by Jana Deleon 4* 12/11/21
A: Agent 21 - Im Zeichen des Todes=Agent 21 by Chris Ryan 4* 11/22/21

21. Acropolis
A: Addison Moore & Bellamy Bloom: Bow Wow Big House book 1 in Country Cottage Mysteries Books 4-6: Cozy Mysteries 4* 11/10/21
C: Confined with the CEO & the Bodyguard: Kelsey by Jordana Pearce 4* 2/20/22
R: Fortune Redding: Fortune Furlough by Jana Deleon 5* 12/22/21
O: Orr, Wendy: Wie versteckt man eine Insel?=Nim's Island 5* 11/5/21
P: Pepper, Angela: Death of a Dapper Snowman 4* 1/26/22
O: On the Wings of a Whisper by Lynnette Bonner 5* 11/5/21
L: Liar's Poker by Michael Lewis 4* 10/29/21
I: Iris Chacon: Finding Miranda 5* 11/16/21
S: Swamp Spook by Jana Deleon 4* 12/14/21

My statistics (spell-out part):
Completed Locations: 18/100 (1-7, 9-17, 20-21)
Completed Letters: 314/1,284

I was hoping to complete the last task before posting this challenge, though the book I wanted to use didn't work out. More than 4 months later I'm still not closer to finding a different one. So I declare this challenge completed (that way I can join new challenges a bit earlier :-D)
Last book read for this challenge: 11/5/21

Exploring Prehistoric Cave & Rock Paintings
Start Date: 7/1/21
Completed: 17/9+


1. ARGENTINA: Cueva de las Manos
Read a book that features a hand or hands on the cover
✔ Read a book with a 1 AND 9 in the total page count Death Down Under by Samantha Silver 3* 7/2 - 199 pages

2. AUSTRALIA: Kakadu National Park
✔ Read a book that has the letter X in the title The Joy of X: A Guided Tour of Mathematics, from One to Infinity by Steven H. Strogatz 3* 8/29
✔ Read a book with a cover that is primarily RED False Security by Angela Ruth Strong 3* 11/5 (100!)

3. BRAZIL: Serra da Capivara
✔ Read a book that has a major dispute between the MC and another character in it Blackout by Lynette Eason 4* 8/7 - Macey (female MC) and her sister (view spoiler)[Years ago Macey was witness to a murder but due to a head injury has amnesia. Six months ago she disappeared after the suspicious death of her brother-in-law who tried to help her find out what happened that day. Now someone's trying to kill Macey and after her sister learns from news Macey's house burned down and didn't tell her sister immediatelly herself they have a major fight. (hide spoiler)]
✔ Read a book with an author whose first and last initial is found in CAPIVARA. The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins 4* 7/19 - CApivara

4. BULGARIA: Magura Cave
✔ Read a book where the winery or music is important to the plot The Song Never Dies book 1 in Cherringham - Episodes 22 - 24 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 4* 8/8 - the victim and most of the suspects are musicians (view spoiler)[the reason for the murder was a song (hide spoiler)]
✔ Read a book with a BAT (the animal) mentioned in the text Left Luggage by Andrew Christie 4* 7/16 - Fruit bats screeched and chittered above them and John hoped he didn’t get shat on as he picked his way carefully along the heaving footpath. (loc. 261)

5. FRANCE: Chauvet Cave & Lascaux Paintings
✔ Read a series book #2 & Read a book that has an animal on the cover Granny Undercover by Harper Lin 4* 8/14 - Secret Agent Granny #2 & cat on cover
✔ Read a series book #2 Called to Protect by Lynette Eason 5* 9/14/21 (322) Blue Justice #2

6. INDIA: Bhimbetka Rock Shelters
✔ Read a book originally published in 2003 Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - orig. publ. date: 1/2/2003
✔ Read a book that takes place in a location that starts with a letter in INDIA Grime Beat by Marji Laine 3* 7/14 - Dallas, Texas

7. INDONESIA: Leang Tedongnge Cave
✔ Read a book that was added to your TBR in 2021 Puzzle House by Lillian Duncan 4* 9/13 - bought & added 5/6/21 since I add most of my books to GR only shortly before I read them (or when I notice they fit a more difficult challenge task) I picked one that I also bought 2021 :-D
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in PIG After Hours by Anina Collins 3* 7/22 - (Elizabeth) 'Poppy' McGuire (Poppy McGuire Mysteries #2) since you approved this for a different challenge I'm using it here as well *grins*

8. SOMALIA: Laas Gaal
✔ Read a book with the letters COW found in the title A Match of Wits by Jen Turano 3* 8/22 - matCh Of Wits
✔ Read a book that has GR ratings listed on its home page between 5,000 and 11,000 The Witness by Dee Henderson 4* 9/4 - 9,715 (as of 9/15/21)

9. SPAIN: Altamira Cave
✔ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer 4* 9/10 - set in 1885
✔ Read the first book of a series by a "new-to you" author The Buzz Kill by Katherine Hayton 5* 7/31 - The Honeybee Mysteries #1

Oops just realised I forgot to report back on this challenge

International Literacy Day: World Libraries
Duration: 9/3/21 - 11/2/21
Completed: 15/7+
100+ pgs, re-reads are ok


International Literacy Day is a UNESCO designated holiday celebrated in September. In honor, we are going to visit some of the most impressive libraries in the world.
Let's visit one library per continent, plus an UNESCO designated library.
1. North America - USA: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building of the NY Public Library
The New York Public Library’s main branch is a landmark Beaux-Arts building in Midtown Manhattan. This iconic marble structure, guarded by world-famous marble lions (Patience and Fortitude), houses outstanding research collections in the humanities, social sciences and fine arts. Its only circulating books are in the impressive children’s library, home to the real Winnie-the-Pooh. When visiting, take note of the stunning Map Division and the breathtaking Rose Main Reading Room, nearly the length of a football field. Both are architectural wonders in their own right.
✔ Read a book that takes place in New York City. Conspiracy In Death by J.D. Robb 5* 9/26 - set mainly in NYC
✔ Read a book written for children. Wie versteckt man eine Insel?=Nim's Island by Wendy Orr 5* 11/5

2. South America - Brazil: Royal Portuguese Reading Room
It’s fitting that this library's name is "Royal" because it is more like a palace devoted to books, and truly fit for a king. The striking, limestone exterior is only rivaled by the dark wood arches, stained glass windows, and vibrant blue ceilings that make this library a haven for book lovers. Founded in 1822 to bring literary traditions and masterpieces to the newly independent Brazil, the three stories of shelves hold the largest and most valuable collection of Portuguese literature outside of Portugal with nearly 400,000 rare manuscripts, singular works, and unique proofs. Opened to the public in 1887, it has been offering the people of Rio De Janeiro a lifetime of reading.
✔ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century. Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer 4* 9/10 - set in 1885
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name begins with a letter in ROYAL. The Witness by Dee Henderson 4* 9/4 - Amanda Griffin

3. Europe - Germany: Stuttgart City Library
This cube-like library isn’t as opulent as some of the older and grander halls, but it’s certainly one of the most interesting. Designed by German-based Yi Architects, the minimalistic bright white design looks more like an M.C. Escher drawing than a library. The square construction of the building can be accessed from all four sides, and the entry level includes a central space, the so-called “Heart”, which represents the spatial and meditative center point of the whole building. The bottom floors include The Forum, an event space for 300, along with technology and meeting rooms. The main attraction is further up: a five-story reading room shaped like an upside-down pyramid and lit by a glass ceiling above. The only color comes from the thousands of books that line the shelves. It’s awe-inspiring in its simplicity!
✔ Read a book with a minimalistic cover. Christmas at Gate 18 by Amy Matayo 3* 11/7
✔ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in HEART (use or ignore articles). The Search by Nora Roberts 4* 9/19

4. Africa - Egypt: Bibliotheca Alexandrina
The Bibliotheca Alexandrina is a wonderful reincarnation of the famed ancient library
of Alexandria that served as a great center of learning for 600 years until it burned down in the 3rd century. The dramatic new library, resembling an angled discus or a great sundial, was designed by a Norwegian architect and completed in 2001. The important Manuscript & Rare Book Exhibition is located in the heart of the library. You will also find four art galleries, a planetarium, a manuscript-restoration laboratory and four museums, including the Antiquities Museum which displays artifacts found during the construction of the library, dating back thousands of years.
✔ Read a series book #4. Love Irresistibly by Julie James 4* 9/6 - FBI/US Attorney #4
✔ Read a book that includes an antiquity. Witness in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 9/21 - ‘What the hell is this thing?’ ‘Antique - prime condition. Just - fucker - just got it in today.’ He bumped the machine lightly with his hip. ‘It’s a pinball machine, late-twentieth century.’ (loc. 1207) - Roarke loves antiquities and so there're more in his home, this is just his newest acquisition :-D
✔ Read a book that has an archeological theme The Postman Always Dies Twice book 2 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4.5* 10/16 a stretch, I know, I'm still looking for a better fitting book (view spoiler)[an animal and environmental group (with ties to archeology) tried to ruin a hotel using 'ghost hauntings' to prevent their building an addition that would destroy a suspected archeological site (hide spoiler)]

5. Asia - Taiwan: Beitou Public Library
Reading just got a lot greener with the ecological design of the Beitou Public Library.
It is located in Taipei, along the mountain stream that runs through the city, and resembles a large treehouse just waiting to welcome visitors. The slanted roof (complete with solar panels) captures rain water which is stored for use, and the large French-style windows usher in natural light, reducing electricity consumption. They even used eco-friendly paint to reduce the amount of toxins released into the environment, helping them receive the first "Green-Building" certification from Taiwan. What a treat it would be to hang out on one of the balconies in a rocking chair, enjoying the natural flora and devouring a favorite novel.
✔ Read a book with a green cover. Dial P For Poison book 1 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 10/14
✔ Read a book that deals with an environmental issue Whisper to the Blood book 7 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4.5* 10/3 - expected environmental issues of the planned open-pit gold mine in a National Park and what preventive work can be done beforehand & (out of season) poaching on a rather small caribou herd (usually only around 2,000 animals)

6: Oceania - Australia: State Library of South Australia
Located in Adelaide, the State Library is the largest public research library in South Australia with a collection that focuses on South Australian heritage. The library is comprised of three buildings that blend both contemporary flair and Victorian charm. Most famous is its Mortlock Wing which exudes a 19th century Victorian splendor and includes fascinating exhibits, an art museum, as well as providing a home to both the Royal Geographical Society and the National Archives. It’s gallery is nicknamed The Harry Potter Room. The most recent addition is the contemporary award-winning Catherine Helen Spence Wing which is named after the Australian writer and social activist. Its glass foyer and Treasure Wall are both stunning and the latter tells the story of its namesake.
✔ Read a book that takes place in Australia & is written by an Australian author. Some Girls Do by Amy Andrews book 3 in The Australian Bestseller Box Set 4* 11/12- Jumbuck Springs & Brisbane, Queensland; Melbourne, Victoria (very minor setting)
✔ Read a book that is part of a trilogy. Web of Shadows by Susan Sleeman 3* 10/30 - Agents Under Fire #2

7. UNESCO - San Lorenzo, Spain: Royal Library of San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Of course, we needed to include a library with the UNESCO distinction. The Royal Library of the El Escorial Monastery and Palace Complex served as a center of intellectual leadership and Renaissance artistry. It is one of the most important sites of the Spanish Renaissance and a designated UNESCO site. The library was commissioned by King Philip II in 1563, with the hopes that it be a monumental work of art in itself. Today it includes over 40,000 volumes in dozens of languages, along with an impressive collection of instruments of scientific learning such as globes, astrolabes and maps. But perhaps the library’s most dazzling feature is a series of seven frescoes on the vaulted ceiling that depict the seven liberal arts: grammar, rhetoric, logic, geometry, arithmetic, music, and astronomy.
✔ Read a book that features (not just mentions) a library, monastery or palace in its plot. Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 10/5 - the family lives in a palace
✔ Read a book that was particularly challenging in an "intellectual" way Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - should've been hilarious but somehow I didn't get most of the jokes or the difference in meaning by misplaced, missing or unnecessary punctuation signs

Jan wrote: "I'm glad you enjoyed this one Agnieszka! Have fun finishing up others but know I'll be looking for you. I have a new Road Trip coming up :)"

Oh no you won't tempt me. Not going to happen (I hope) *grins*

This was so much fun. Thank you Jan!
It's one of the last challenges I'm going so overboard. The aim for this year is to stick to challenge goal but manage (hopefully) more challenges. For now I try to finish as many challenges as I can mange before joining any new - so no worries if I don't start any in the next months.

All Aboard the Trans-Siberian Express
Start Date: 9/3/21
Completed: 42/42 :-D


1. Our Journey Begins in Moscow
Read a series book #1. The Witness by Dee Henderson 4* 9/4 - Shield of Honor #1

2. Four Seasons Hotel to Kazansky Station: 4 KM
Read a series book #4. Love Irresistibly by Julie James 4* 9/6 - FBI/US Attorney #4

3. Moscow to Vladimir: 186 KM
Read a series book #1. The Single Staircase by Matt Ingwalson 3* 9/7 (100!) Owl & Raccoon #1

4. Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod: 242 KM
Read a series book #2. Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer 4* 9/10 - Archer Brothers #2

5. Nizhny Novgorod to Kazan: 394 KM
Read a series book #3. Cut from the Same Cloth by Kathleen Baldwin 3* 9/12 - My Notorious Aunt #3

6. Kazan to Yekaterinburg: 976 KM
Read a series book #6. Forever Surprised by Kathleen Brooks 4* 9/12 - Forever Bluegrass #6

7. Yekaterinburg to Novosibirsk: 1598 KM
Read a series book #1. Puzzle House by Lillian Duncan 4* 9/13 - Puzzle House #1

8. Novosibirsk to Krasnoyarsk: 792 KM
Read a series book #2. Called to Protect by Lynette Eason 5* 9/14 - Blue Justice #2

9. Krasnoyarsk to Irkutsk: 1060 KM
Read a series book #10. Witness in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 9/21 - In Death #10

10. Irkutsk to Lake Baikal: 107 KM
Read a series book #1. Poison in Paddington by Samantha Silver 3* 9/23 - Cassie Coburn Mystery #1

11. Lake Baikal to Ulan Ude: 344 KM
Read a series book #3. Reuniting book 1 in Second Chances by Calle J. Brookes 3* 9/23 - PAVAD #3

12. Ulan Ude to Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia: 583 KM
Read a series book #8. Conspiracy In Death by J.D. Robb 5* 9/26 - In Death #8

13. Onboard: 3876 KM
Read a series book #3. Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 10/5 - Glorious Companions #3

14. Vladivostok: Final Destination
Read the LAST published book in a series. Swamp Sweets by Jana Deleon 4* 10/14 - Miss Fortune #21 (published 10/3/21!)


And back again :-D
15. The Return Trip Begins in Vladivostok
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in MILITARY. Dial P For Poison book 1 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 10/14 - Maggie Doyle

16. Onboard: 3876 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in ONBOARD. Homicide at Blue Heron Lake by Susan Page Davis & Megan Elaine Davis 4* 10/16 - Nate Holman

17. Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia to Ulan Ude: 583 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in MONGOLIA. The Postman Always Dies Twice book 2 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4.5* 10/16 - Maggie Doyle, Liam Reynolds

18. Ulan Ude to Lake Baikal: 344 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in ULAN UDE. Intermediate Thermodynamics book 2 in Chemistry Lessons Box Set: Books 1-3 by Susannah Nix 4* 10/18 - Esther Abbott

19. Lake Baikal to Irkutsk: 107 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in BAIKAL. Restless in the Grave book 10 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 3.5* 10/20 - Kate Shugak

20. Irkutsk to Krasnoyarsk: 1060 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in IRKUTSK.
Endless Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 4* 10/20 - Ryker Faulkner, Kenzie Carys

21. Krasnoyarsk to Novosibirsk: 792 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in STOLBY.
Twisted 26 by Janet Evanovich 2* 10/22 - Stephanie Plum

22. Novosibirsk to Yekaterinburg: 1598 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in LENIN.
The Abominable Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by J. Dawn King 4* 10/24 - Elizabeth Bennet

23. Yekaterinburg to Kazan: 976 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in ROMANOV.
Liar's Poker by Michael Lewis 4* 10/29 - Michael Lewis

24. Kazan to Nizhny Novgorod: 394 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in KAZAN.
Web of Shadows by Susan Sleeman 3* 10/30 - Nina Brandt

25. Nizhny Novgorod to Vladimir: 242 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in GORKY.
Another Shot: A Modern-Day Ruth and Boaz Story by Brooke St. James 5* 10/30 - Rae Milano

26. Vladimir to Moscow: 186 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in VLADAMIR.
Das Dorf in den roten Wäldern=Still Life by Louise Penny 2* 10/31 - Armand Gamache

27. Kazansky Station to Four Seasons Hotel: 4 KM
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in KAZANSKY. The Viscount's Tempting Minx by Erica Ridley 6* 11/2 - (Lady) Amelia Pembroke

28. Moscow: Final Destination
Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in MOSCOW. How to Murder a Millionaire book 3 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 11/4 - Maggie Doyle


And because it's so fun, a final challenge :-D
29. Our Final Journey Begins in Moscow
Read a book with a red cover. False Security by Angela Ruth Strong 3* 11/5

30. Four Seasons Hotel to Kazansky Station: 4 KM
Read a book with a train, musical instrument or arch on the cover. On the Wings of a Whisper by Lynnette Bonner 5* 11/5 - the woman on cover embraces a violin

31. Moscow to Vladimir: 186 KM
Read a book with a white cover. Christmas at Gate 18 by Amy Matayo 3* 11/7

32. Vladimir to Nizhny Novgorod: 242 KM
Read a book with stairs on the cover. Opening Hearts by Iona Findley 4* 11/8

33. Nizhny Novgorod to Kazan: 394 KM
Read a book with a building that is domed or has spires on the cover. Erased by J.L. Redington 4* 11/14 (117! - 103 according to Amazon) - a building that is domed

34. Kazan to Yekaterinburg: 976 KM
Read a book with a mountain or statue on the cover. Deadly Sands by Dana Mentink book 7 in Forget Me Not Romances, Volume 1 2.5* 11/15 - a mountain

35. Yekaterinburg to Novosibirsk: 1598 KM
Read a book with a green cover. Finding Miranda by Iris Chacon 5* 11/16

36. Novosibirsk to Krasnoyarsk: 792 KM
Read a book with a fountain, tower or rock formation on the cover. The Secret of Seaside by Agatha Ball 2* 11/17 - the lighthouse (which is actually a tower in its basic form)

37. Krasnoyarsk to Irkutsk: 1060 KM
Read a book with a wooden building or cemetery on the cover. Stuck with a Stiff by D.D. Scott & David Slegg 3* 11/18

38. Irkutsk to Lake Baikal: 107 KM
Read a book with a lake on the cover. One Day at Pemberley: A Love Story by Elizabeth A. Watkins 1* 11/18

39. Lake Baikal to Ulan Ude: 344 KM
Read a book with a religious symbol on the cover.
The Calling of Emily Evans by Janette Oke 4* 1/22 - cross (wow that was a tough one)

40. Ulan Ude to Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia: 583 KM
Read a book with a desert scene, skeleton or horse on the cover. Sleigh Ride Together with You by JoAnn Durgin 4* 1/23

41. Onboard: 3876 KM
Read a book with a dining scene on the cover. Death of a Dapper Snowman by Angela Pepper 4* 1/26

42. Vladivostok: Last Final Destination
Read a book with bridge or something representing the military on the cover. Expired Refuge book 1 in Last Chance County Series Omnibus: Books 1 to 5 by Lisa Phillips 3.5* 2/8 - gun

Finally found a book with all letters of Sunday in the title :-D

Fifty Nifty US States: Colorado
Duration: 10/1/21 - 12/31/21
Completed: 13/9+

✔✔ 1. Number: 38th State to Join the Union
Read a series book #3 or #8. Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 10/5 - Glorious Companions #3
Read a book with a page count that includes 3 AND 8. Whisper to the Blood book 7 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4.5* 10/3 - 318 pages

✔ 2. State Animal (Mammal): Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
Read a book with a title that starts with the letter R, M, B or S. Swamp Sweets by Jana Deleon 4* 10/14 - S-title

✔ 3. State Bird: Lark Bunting
Read a book with a MC that starts with a letter in LARK. The Viscount's Tempting Minx by Erica Ridley 5* 11/2 - (Lady) Amelia Pembroke

✔ 4. State Flower: Rocky Mountain Columbine
Read a book with a predominantly BLUE AND WHITE cover. How to Murder a Millionaire book 3 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 11/4

✔ 5. State Tree: Colorado Blue Spruce
Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in BLUE SPRUCE. Murder on the SS Rosa book 1 in Ginger Gold Mysteries: Murder on the SS Rosa / Murder at Hartigan House / Murder at Bray Manor by Lee Strauss 4* 10/4 - bLue Spruce

✔ 6. Official State Nickname: The Centennial State
Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE CENTENNIAL STATE. Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - cEntenniAL State

✔✔ 7. Most Visited Attraction: Rocky Mountain National Park
Read a book with a mountain setting. Though Not Dead book 9 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4* 10/11 - the Quilak Mountains are one of the major settings
Read a book with a four word title. A Night Too Dark book 8 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4* 10/8

✔ 8. Must Try Food: Lamb Chops
Read a book with the word LAMB in the text (share text). Dial P For Poison book 1 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 10/14 Bran, it seemed, had lamb chops on his mind. (p. 121)

✔✔ 9. Weird Fact: No Car Buying on Sunday
According to Title 12, Article 6, Part 3 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, you cannot buy a car on Sundays in Colorado. That is why all car dealerships are all closed on Sundays.
Read a book with a automobile on the cover. Agent 21 - Im Zeichen des Todes=Agent 21 by Chris Ryan 4* 11/22
Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in SUNDAY. Sanctuary Buried by Lisa Phillips 4* 1/31 - SANctUarY burieD

✔ 10. Optional Bonus Task
Read a book that takes place in Colorado.
The Secret of Chestnut Hall by Olivia Swift 3* 11/2 - no further information to the location
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I didn't want to join any shor-term challenges for the next few months but can't skip this one.

Iconic Trail: Cycling the Rhine
Duration: 2/1/22 - 5/31/22
Completed: 10/10
100+ pages, re-post when completed


✔ 1. Start: Springs in Switzerland
Read the first book in a series & set in the mountains Diamonds Aren't Forever by Connie Shelton 3* 2/20 - Heist Ladies Caper Mysteries #1 & set in mountains surrounding Phoenix as well as in Switzerland

✔ 2. Switzerland
Read a book whose title starts with a letter found in CHUR Heaven's Doors Are Open by Blake Western 4* 2/14 - H-title

✔ 3. Liechtenstein
Read a book set in a location whose name begins with a letter in LIECHTENSTEIN Die Zeuginnen=The Testaments by Margaret Atwood 5* 2/19 - Toronto, Ontario, Canada

✔ 4. Lake Constance
Read a book where the MC stands at a crossroads Sanctuary Hidden by Lisa Phillips book 3 in Team Love on the Run Box-Set #1 4* 2/1 (100!) both MCs are facing the end of their careers and have to decide what comes afterwards

✔ 5. Lake Gnadensee to Basel
Read a book set near a lake & with a religious character My Sister's Grave by Robert Dugoni 5* 2/16 - Cedar Grove is set near a lake & a minister at a funeral

✔ 6. Alsace (France)
Read a book set in France The Spy by Paulo Coelho ?* 2/28? - set mainly in Paris

✔ 7. From Strasbourg to Mainz
Read a book with a car/truck on the cover New York to Dallas by J.D. Robb 4* 3/20 - there's a tiny police car at the bottom of the cover

✔ 8. The Romantic Rhine: from Mainz to Koblenz
Read a book tagged ROMANCE on its GR homepage Forever Lies by Kathleen Brooks 4* 2/7

✔ 9. From Koblenz to the Dutch Border
Read a book set in a capital city Confined with the CEO & the Bodyguard: Kelsey by Jordana Pearce 4* 2/20 - NYC (capital of the state NY)

✔ 10. The Rhine Delta (Netherlands)
Read a book whose MC's name begins with a letter that can be found in ROTTERDAM Expired Refuge book 1 in Expired Box Set by Lisa Phillips 3.5* 2/8 - Mia Tathers (female MC)
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Finished!

Riding the Highways: ND Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway
Start Date: 10/1/21
Completed: 20/20


1. Scenic Byway Starting Point: Lake Ashtabula
Read a book with 1 in the total page count. Whisper to the Blood book 7 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4.5* 10/3 - 318 pages

2. Drive 2 Miles from Lake Ashtabula to Baldhill Dam
Read a book with 2 in the total page count. A Night Too Dark book 8 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4* 10/8 - 302 pages

3. Drive 7.5 Miles from Baldhill Dam to Valley City National Fish Hatchery
Read a series book #7. Endless Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 4* 10/20 - Shadows Landing #7

4. Drive 3 Miles from VC National Fish Hatchery to Hi Line Railroad Bridge
Read a book with 3 in the total page count. Twisted 26 by Janet Evanovich 2* 10/22 - 320 pages

5. Drive 1.6 Miles from Hi Line Railroad Bridge to Rosebud Visitor Center
Read a series book #1.
Liar's Poker by Michael Lewis 4* 10/29 - Liar's Poker #1

6. Drive 1.3 Miles from Rosebud Visitor Center to Medicine Wheel Park
Read a series book #1. Das Dorf in den roten Wäldern=Still Life by Louise Penny 2* 10/31 - Chief Inspector Armand Gamache #1

7. Drive 5 Miles from Medicine Wheel Park to Riparian Restoration Interpretive Site
Read a book with 5 in the total page count. The Viscount's Tempting Minx by Erica Ridley 5* 11/2 - 150 pages

8. Drive 1 Mile from RR Interpretive Site to King School
Read a book with 1 in the total page count. False Security by Angela Ruth Strong 3* 11/5 - 100 pages

9. Drive 12 Miles from King School to Kathryn
Read a series book #1. Wie versteckt man eine Insel?=Nim's Island by Wendy Orr 5* 11/5 - Nim #1

10. Drive 7 Miles from Kathryn to Clausen Springs Rec Area
Read a book with 7 in the total page count. Some Girls Do by Amy Andrews book 3 in The Australian Bestseller Box Set 4* 11/12 - 173 pages

11. Drive 8.5 Miles from Clausen Springs to Wadeson State Historic Site
Read a book with 8 AND 5 in the total page count. Forget Me Knot by Mary Marks 3* 11/21 - 385 pages

12. Drive 0.7 Miles from Wadeson State Historic Site to Waldheim Church
Read a series book #7. Hurricane Force by Jana Deleon 5* 11/30 - Miss Fortune #7

13. Drive 3.8 Miles from Waldheim Church to Little Yellowstone Park
Read a series book #8. Fortune Hunter by Jana Deleon 4* 12/1 - Miss Fortune #8

14. Drive 2 Miles from Little Yellowstone Park to Standing Rock State Historic Site
Read a book with 2 in the total page count. Later Gator by Jana Deleon 4* 12/3 - 251 pages

15. Drive 6 Miles from Standing Rock State Historic Site to Preston Town Site
Read a book with 6 in the total page count. Hook, Line and Blinker by Jana Deleon 4* 12/5 - 260 pages

16. Drive 2.5 Miles from Preston Town Site to Fort Ransom State Park
Read a book with 2 AND 5 in the total page count. The Happiest Season by Rosemarie Naramore 5* 12/9 - 258 pages

17. Drive 2 Miles from Fort Ransom State Park to TJ Walker Historic District
Read a book with 2 in the total page count. Reel of Fortune by Jana Deleon 4* 12/11 - 302 pages

18. Drive 1 Mile from TJ Walker Historic District to Fort Ransom State Historic Site
Read a book with 1 in the total page count. Mooseletoe by Tiffinie Helmer 4* 12/12 - 190 pages

19. Drive 4 Miles from FR State Historic Site to Sheyenne River State Forest
Read a book with 4 in the total page count. Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 12/16 - 324 pages

20. Drive 14 Miles from Sheyenne River State Forest to Lisbon
Read a series book #14. Fortune Furlough by Jana Deleon 5* 12/22 - Miss Fortune #14

Finished!

Autumn Colors Around the World
Duration: 10/1/21 - 12/31/21
Level: Guide (15 tasks)
Completed: 15/15


🍂1. CANADA: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
✔ Read a book with a red cover. The Postman Always Dies Twice book 2 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4.5* 10/16
✔ Read a book with a main character who is a musician or whose first name starts with a letter found in CELTIC. Intermediate Thermodynamics book 2 in Chemistry Lessons Box Set: Books 1-3 by Susannah Nix 4* 10/18 - Esther Abbott
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS A Deeper Sleep book 6 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4* 10/1 - highlAnDS

🍂2. NETHERLANDS: Hoge Veluwe National Park
✔ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in ANTON KROLLER. The Happiest Season by Rosemarie Naramore 5* 12/9 aNton kRoller
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in HOENDERLOO. Homicide at Blue Heron Lake by Susan Page Davis & Megan Elaine Davis 4* 10/16 - Emily Gray, Nate Holman
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in HOGE VELUWE Opening Hearts by Iona Findley 4* 11/8

🍂3. CROATIA: Plitvice Lakes National Park
✔ Read a book with a turquoise or emerald green cover. Dial P For Poison book 1 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 10/14 - emerald green cover
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in WATERFALL. Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 10/5 - King Asher, (Queen Kenana,) Prince Tyro, Princess Rachael
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PLITVICE LAKES Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - LAkES

🍂4. SOUTH KOREA: Naejangsan National Park
✔ Read a book with autumn leaves on the cover. Swamp Sweets by Jana Deleon 4* 10/14
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in TEMPLE. How to Murder a Millionaire book 3 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 11/4 - Maggie Doyle
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in NAEJANGSAN NATIONAL PARK The Naughty List by Jodi Redford 3* 10/11 - NaTionaL

🍂5. SLOVENIA: Triglav National Park
✔ Read a book with a lake on the cover or a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WISHING BELL & a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in VINTGAR. Murder on the SS Rosa book 1 in Ginger Gold Mysteries: Murder on the SS Rosa / Murder at Hartigan House / Murder at Bray Manor by Lee Strauss 4* 10/4 - wiShing belL & Ginger Gold
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in VINTGAR. Endless Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 4* 10/20 - Ryker Faulkner
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK Restless in the Grave book 10 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 3.5* 10/20 - TRIGlav

Jan wrote: "Re-reads are fine Agnieszka! Welcome to the challenge :)"

Thanks!

I'll give it a chance. I've seen no mention of re-reads. Does this mean we can't use those for this challenge or did I always just assume we can use them?

USA's Capital: Washington DC
Duration: December (1-31) 2021
Level: Explorer (5-6 Attractions)
Completed: 4/5+
100+ challenges, re-post when finished

3rd tasks of each attraction
#1/2/3 Murder In Half Moon Bay by Nancy Jill Thames ?* 12?/?
#1/2/4 Paid In Blood by Mel Odom ?* 12?/? (or #4.2)
#1/2/4 Die Zeuginnen=The Testaments by Margaret Atwood ?* 12?/?
#2/3(/5) The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith ?* 12/?
#2/4(/5) The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey 5*? 12/?

1. National Mall
📌 Read a book where politics is important to the plot Hope Never Dies - Ein Fall für Obama und Biden=Hope Never Dies by Andrew Shaffer ?* 12/? - MCs are former/current presidents and there are many political references
✱ Read a book with an obelisk or domed building on the cover The President is Missing=The President Is Missing by Bill Clinton & James Patterson ?* 12?/?
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in NATIONAL MALL.

2. Smithsonian Museums
✔ Read a book where a museum is mentioned Engaged in Trouble by Jenny B. Jones 3* 12/7 - Crystal Bridges Museum (or #6.1 - MC inherited a bridal shop and has to run it (successfully) for at least eight weeks before she can sell it)
✱ Read a book with both 1 AND 7 in the total page count
The Christmas Dog by Melody Carlson ?* 12/? - 177 pages
Darcy's Christmas Wish: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Penelope Swan 12/? - 217 pages
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in SMITHSONIAN MUSEUMS.

3. Tidal Basin
✔ Read a book with a body of water on the cover Later Gator by Jana Deleon 4* 12/3
✱ Read a series book #3
Advanced Physical Chemistry book 3 in Chemistry Lessons Box Set: Books 1-3 by Susannah Nix ?* 12/? - Chemistry Lessons #3
Death In Paradise by Robert B. Parker ?* 12/? - Jesse Stone #3
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in TIDAL BASIN.

4. More National Memorials
📌 Read a book that mentions a famous historical person in the text Swamp Spook by Jana Deleon 4* 12/? - I’m not sure even Nostradamus could have seen that one coming.” (p. 107)
✱ Read a book tagged WAR on its GR homepage
Eye of the Storm by Monette Michaels ?* 12/?
The Killing Game by Toni Anderson book 5 in Dangerous Attraction Romantic Suspense Boxed Set ?* 12?/?
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WAR MEMORIAL. Decker and Joy by Elle Rush ?* 12/? - mEmoRial

5. Historic Ford’s Theatre
✱ Read a book where the MC attends a performance in a theater OR
✔ Read a book published in the month of April Fortune Hunter by Jana Deleon 4* 12/1 - published 4/13/16
✔ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in HISTORIC FORD'S THEATRE. Mooseletoe by Tiffinie Helmer 4* 12/12 - tHeaTre (or #6.1)

6. City Districts
✱ Read a book whose MC owns a small shop, bar or eating establishment
✔ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in NIGHTLIFE Hook, Line and Blinker by Jana Deleon 4* 12/5
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CITY DISTRICTS. Bad Blood book 11 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow ?* 12/? - DistrictS

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Jan wrote: "Yes Agnieszka...that will work."

YAY! Thank you.

For Read a book with a automobile on the cover - would you accept this partial-car cover: ?

Doesn't look like I manage to read the bonus task in the near future - so I declare this challenge completed.

Fifty Nifty US States: Arkansas
Duration: 4/20/21 - 7/19/21
Completed: 9/9+

✔✔ 1. Number: 25th State to Join the Union
Read a series book #2 Rock Chick Rescue by Kristen Ashley 3* 4/21 - Rock Chick #2
Read a book with a page count that includes 2 AND 5. Louisiana Longshot by Jana Deleon 5* 6/11 - 250 pages

✔✔ 2. State Animal (Mammal): White-Tailed Deer
Read a book with a title that starts with the letter W or D.
Wiedersehen macht Liebe=About That Night by Julie James 3* 7/9
Delirious: My Journey with the Band, a Growing Family, and an Army of Historymakers by Martin Smith 5* 5/29

✔ 3. State Bird: Northern Mockingbird
Read a book with a predominantly GREY cover. Alaska Days with John Muir: 4 Books in One Volume: Illustrated: Travels in Alaska, The Cruise of the Corwin, Stickeen and Alaska Days by Samuel Hall Young 5* 7/13

✔ 4. State Flower: Apple Blossom
Read a book with a MC that starts with a letter in APPLE BLOSSOM. Loving Miss Libby by Rosemarie Naramore 4* 4/24 - Libby

✔ 5. State Tree: Loblolly Pine
Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in LOBLOLLY PINE.
Blackout by Lynette Eason 4* 8/7 - Loblolly pinE

✔ 6. Official State Nickname: The Natural State
Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE NATURAL STATE. To the Nines by Janet Evanovich 3* 5/11 - the NaTural sTate

✔✔ 7. Most Visited Attraction: Hot Springs National Park
Read a book that takes place in a HOT location Mossad: The Greatest Missions of the Israeli Secret Service by Michael Bar-Zohar & Nissim Mishal 3* 5/28 - set mainly in the Middle East
Read a book with a four word title. A Mother's Day Murder by Dee Ernst 4* 6/4

✔ 8. Must Try Food: Fried Pickles
Read a book with a fried food on the cover or read a book with the word PICKLE in the text. Divorced, Desperate And Dating by Christie Craig 3* 5/9 - Sue took a bite of her pickle (p. 99, loc. 1620)

✔✔ 9. Weird Fact: Diamonds!
The state has the only active diamond mine in the US AND the only public one in the world. You can mine for gems and keep whatever you find.
Read a book where a character receives a piece of jewelry as a gift or proposal. In Two Weeks by Jen Talty 3* 4/22 - proposal (with ring)
Read a book where a gem or jewel is important to the plot line Star of the East by Tasha Alexander 2* 9/29 - the Star of the East (a very valuable diamond) dissapears during the night from the room of the princess

10. Optional Bonus Task
Read a book that takes place in Arkansas.

YAY for a change finished on time (and didn't forget to update :-D)

Caves and Karst National Parks
Duration: 8/1/21 - 11/30/21
Level: Guide (15 tasks)
Completed: 15/15


1. Australia: Mole Creek Karst National Park
✔ Read a book with a trail or stream on the cover. Cherringham, Episode 25-27 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 3* 8/13 - stream
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in SOLOMON. Blackout by Lynette Eason 4* 8/7 - Macey Adams
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MOLE CREEK KARST NATIONAL PARK. Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer 4* 9/10 - karST ... Park

2. Malaysia: Gunung Mulu National Park
✔ Read a book with a wilderness scene on the cover. Carolina Moon by Nora Roberts 4* 8/4
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in PINNACLES. Conspiracy In Death by J.D. Robb 5* 9/26 - Eve Dallas
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GUNUNG MULU NATIONAL PARK. The Naughty List by Jodi Redford 3* 10/11 - naTioNaL

3. Phillipines: Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park
✔ Read a book with cliffs or a beach on the cover or read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in UNDERGROUND. Slow Curve on the Coquihalla by R.E. Donald 3* 8/13 - unDERground
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in RIVER. The Thousand-Dollar Tan Line by Rob Thomas & Jennifer Graham 3* 8/10 - Veronica Mars
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PUERTO PRINCESA NATIONAL PARK. Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - princESA nationaL

4. Slovakia: Slovak Karst National Park
✔ Read a book with a plateau on the cover or read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BIOSPHERE. Around the World in 20 Bikes by Robert Hopwood 2* 8/29 - biospHeRe
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in DOMICA. Three Under the Tree by K.B. Winters 4* 8/1 - Ann(abeth Olivia) Specter
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SLOVAK KARST NATIONAL PARK. One Lit Step: Devotions for your journey by Lisa Buffaloe 4* 8/25 - karSt natiOnaL

5. USA: Mammoth Cave National Park
✔ Read a book with rolling hills or a cave on the cover OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in KENTUCKY. The Gentleman Vanishes book 3 in Cherringham - Episodes 28-30 by Matthew Costello & Neil Richards 3* 8/28 (102!)
✔ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in TOURS. Puzzle House by Lillian Duncan 4* 9/13 - Rachel Summers
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK. Called to Protect by Lynette Eason 5* 9/14 - Cave naTional Park

I'm in.

Autumn Colors Around the World
Duration: 10/1/21 - 12/31/21
Level: Guide (15 tasks)
Completed: 15/15
100+ pages, re-reads are ok, re-post when finished


🍂1. CANADA: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
✔ Read a book with a red cover. The Postman Always Dies Twice book 2 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4.5* 10/16
✔ Read a book with a main character who is a musician or whose first name starts with a letter found in CELTIC. Intermediate Thermodynamics book 2 in Chemistry Lessons Box Set: Books 1-3 by Susannah Nix 4* 10/18 - Esther Abbott
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS A Deeper Sleep book 6 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 4* 10/1 - highlAnDS

🍂2. NETHERLANDS: Hoge Veluwe National Park
✔ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in ANTON KROLLER. The Happiest Season by Rosemarie Naramore 5* 12/9 aNton kRoller
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in HOENDERLOO. Homicide at Blue Heron Lake by Susan Page Davis & Megan Elaine Davis 4* 10/16 - Emily Gray, Nate Holman
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in HOGE VELUWE Opening Hearts by Iona Findley 4* 11/8

🍂3. CROATIA: Plitvice Lakes National Park
✔ Read a book with a turquoise or emerald green cover. Dial P For Poison book 1 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 10/14 - emerald green cover
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in WATERFALL. Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 10/5 - King Asher, (Queen Kenana,) Prince Tyro, Princess Rachael
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PLITVICE LAKES Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynne Truss 3* 10/1 - LAkES

🍂4. SOUTH KOREA: Naejangsan National Park
✔ Read a book with autumn leaves on the cover. Swamp Sweets by Jana Deleon 4* 10/14
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in TEMPLE. How to Murder a Millionaire book 3 in Movie Club Mysteries: Books 1-3 by Zara Keane 4* 11/4 - Maggie Doyle
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in NAEJANGSAN NATIONAL PARK The Naughty List by Jodi Redford 3* 10/11 - NaTionaL

🍂5. SLOVENIA: Triglav National Park
✔ Read a book with a lake on the cover or a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in WISHING BELL & a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in VINTGAR. Murder on the SS Rosa book 1 in Ginger Gold Mysteries: Murder on the SS Rosa / Murder at Hartigan House / Murder at Bray Manor by Lee Strauss 4* 10/4 - wiShing belL & Ginger Gold
✔ Read a book with a main character whose first name starts with a letter found in VINTGAR. Endless Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 4* 10/20 - Ryker Faulkner
✔ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK Restless in the Grave book 10 in The Kate Shugak Investigation Books 10-20 Box Set by Dana Stabenow 3.5* 10/20 - TRIGlav
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