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Denise wrote: "Finished Shadows in Death by J.D. Robb 10.14.20"I so envy you! I have to wait until the price goes down at least by the half of the current one - which still will be years ahead of when my library buys it - the German translations of this series are more than 10 years behind :-(
Round 15 - Agnieszka picks for MaggieI found 15 5* books on your shelf and tried to go for a variety of genres
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society I'm no more fan of historical fiction but this was one exception I enjoyed so much I rated 5* - historical romance, epistolary fiction, WWII
Louisiana Longshot my very favorite series and I recommend it each time I see it on someone's shelf - fun cozy-mystery
A Bride Most Begrudging I love this author she's very witty - Christian historical romance
Violet Dawn very intense, this author gave me hope there're well written Christian books out there - Christian romantic suspenseBonus:
If You Lived Here, I'd Know Your Name: News from Small-Town Alaska I so love this cover and plan to read this book this winter, and an I-title is never a bad idea for the many spell-out challenges - non-fictionEnjoy!
Chaitra wrote: ":D I think you should go ahead Agnieszka, if you're willing! (I thought I'd posted this yesterday but I only assumed I did *facepalm*)."Perhaps you posted it and the GR-bug ate it *grins*
Barb wrote: "Either of the first two would work, Agnieszka :)"Thank you!
Hannah wrote: "Round 15Hannah picks for Katie
So sorry....completely forgot it was picking weekend! Thanks for your selections for me.
I’ve given all of these five stars:..."
I can add my vote to Danger in the Shadows. The O'Malley series is so great I plan to re-read it early next year!
@ Maggie: Do you want me (or someone else) pick books for you or would you rather wait longer for Gina?I already peeked and found 15 5* book on your TBR *grins*
I have a question to task 36. Read a book with a cover that is ONLY black and white (title and author name may be other colors); post the cover - I have several covers where there's not only the title & author's name (but other I call them advertising stuff - kind of text) thought the actual cover is kind of black and white (black, white and various shadows of grey) - would you accept these kind of covers? 
'New York Times best-selling author' at the bottom in similar red to half the title color
two additional author names in this strange orange-red used for the author name
more black & grey than black & white cover
Round 15 - Agnieszka picks for Angel
Girl Waits with Gun this was the first one that grabbed my interest and after reading the blurb I hope it's available in German so it can join my overflowing TBR ;-)
A Murder in Time usually I hate time-travel stories but this one looks so interesting I want read it
Sofia Khan is Not Obliged the title & cover grabbed my interest and after reading the blurb I thought this one must go on the list
Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock I picked this one because I confused two author names - it looks like a very difficult but important topicBonus:
Queenie because of the orange cover, I struggle so much finding books with orange covers (and really hate this color) I decided recently I won't join any further challenges that require to read oneEnjoy!
Angel wrote: "Round 15 Picks for AgnieszkaI hope I've selected a book you're in the mood for. Happy reading!
"Wow we picked for each other at the same time :-D
I thought last night I want continue the Only in Gooding series but decided to wait until today in case it get picked - so I start with
. Since I'm looking for a reason to read
&
since I got them, these will follow soon as well. Thank you for the perfect picks!
Gina wrote: "Agnieszka seems to have read my mind and picked every one I would have. She and I have the most books in common in my opinion so our picks would of course be similar."The non-fiction was in the run until I decided to go with authors I enjoy *grins*
I hope your daughter (and of course the other children as well) will be well soon and will either test negative or has no complications & heals fast (plus will be immune afterwards).
Ruth wrote: "Agnieszka...I read my Ugly....
by Carolyn Keene....Oct. 1, 2020 And it is a very typical Nancy Drew story.....light reading and fun....Th..."
I'm glad you enjoyed your book.
For October 3, 2020: Read the EIGHTH book on your to-read list by an author who uses initials instead of first and middle names I'll read
Grade A Stupid by A.J. Lape
Barb wrote: "Agnieszka wrote: "Today is Saturday or am I confused again?"Nope, you're not confused, Agnieszka. I forgot to post last night before I went to bed, and I had a few things to do this morning. But ..."
It's fine and that's what I thought happened. Adding to it the issues with your hand I really understand if things don't go as we are used to right now.
Today is Saturday or am I confused again?
Sandra wrote: "I did it!!! I read it!!! (I'm actually quite proud!)War and Peace - Leo Tolstoy - 28 SEPT
I liked it a lot more than I thought I wou..."
WOW you're my hero!
Mandy wrote: "Agnieszka, I am so sorry I didn't pick books for you! Thank you Andrea for stepping in!"No worries, life comes sometimes between. It's only good to know you are ok - which in these times not always the case.
Andrea wrote: "Round 14for Agnieszka
These covers leaped out at me this time. I have no idea what a couple of the titles say.
[bo..."Thank you so much. I'm not sure yet what I'll read first they all look just great.
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Part 3ELEPHANTS IN POP CULTURE
✔ 59. Read a book with something flying or that is able to fly is shown predominantly on the cover OR read a book in which someone’s fortunes change over time.
Fortune Furlough by Jana Deleon 5* 2/7/21✔ 60. Read a book in which someone has a pet - bonus for an unusual or unexpected type of pet OR read a book that is set in a jungle. Fortune Funhouse by Jana Deleon 4* 2/15/21 - MC has a cat and Gertie has a speaking parrot
✔ 61. Read a book that focuses on friendship OR read a book that has an honorific in the title (e.g. Mr., Ms., Dr., Mrs, etc.). Change of Fortune by Jana Deleon 5* 2/2/21 - focuses among others on friendship
✔ 62. Read a book that has an angry, bitter character OR read a book that shows a river or other waterway (creek, stream, etc.) predominantly on its cover.
Later Gator by Jana Deleon 3* 1/30/21 - bayou (a slow flowing river) on cover & Celia Arcenaux is the definition of an angry, bitter character✔ 63. Read book number 1, 5, or 7 of a series OR read a book that has won an award. Holiday in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 12/17/20 - In Death #7 & won: All About Romance (AAR) Annual Reader Poll for Favorite Couple (1999), Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award (RT Award) for Futuristic Romance (1998), Romance Readers Anonymous (RRA) Award for Best Alternative Realities or Time Travel Romance (1998)
✔ 64. Read a book with a character that seems confused, forgetful, or out of touch with reality OR read a book with someone who is naked or implied to be naked shown predominantly on the cover. Louisiana Longshot by Jana Deleon 5* 6/11/21 - Gertie acts confused or out of touch with reality
✔ 65. Read a book with a predominantly pink cover OR read a book in which cousins play a role. Forever Notorious by Kathleen Brooks 5* 11/22/20 - the Forever Bluegrass is based on a bunch of cousins (by birth and friendship)
✔ 66. Read a book that has some type of sweet treat shown predominantly on the cover OR read a book that is set largely outdoors, or which has an important scene set outside (bonus for a carnival, fair, rodeo, or amusement park). Gators and Garters by Jana Deleon 4* 2/14/21 - wedding cake on the cover & set mainly outdoors (incl. a wedding in July - in Southern Louisiana *grins*)
✔ 67. Read a book that is set in the Victorian Era (1837-1901) (tell us when) OR read a book where someone works with plants. Vanilla Bean Vengeance by Agatha Frost 4* 3/29/21 - MC's retired father spends most days in a shed working with plants
✔ 68. Read a book that includes words and/or phrases in a language that is different than that of the whole book OR read a book that features a trio of friends in the plot. Bullets and Beads by Jana Deleon 5* 2/12/21 - Fortune, Ida Belle & Gertie
ELEPHANTS IN WARS, POLITICS, AND GOVERNMENT
✔ 69. Read a book that is set during a war (it can be real or fictional, in any time or place) OR read a book that mentions a type of technology or practice that has since become obsolete. Mossad: The Greatest Missions of the Israeli Secret Service by Michael Bar-Zohar & Nissim Mishal 3* 5/28/21 - each war Israel had fought since 1949 & there were some technologies & paractices involed no more used (incl. hunt for WWII nazi criminals, radio transmitters, ...)
✔ 70. Read a book that is set in India (tell us where) OR read a book that has a 5 or a 6 in its average GR rating. Frightfully Fortune by Jana Deleon 4* 6/2/21 - a rating of 4.63 (as of 6/15/21)
✔ 71. Read a book in which an important ‘first’ takes place (it could be a world-changing event, or something as simple as a baby’s first step, etc.) OR read a book with an author or main character whose first or last name is Alexander. THR3E by Twyla Turner 4* 4/16/21 - a number of firsts for the female MC: first travel outside Washington, first time meeting her late mother's family tribe, first love, and more plus one of the two male MCs name's Alexander Drake - though he is mostly called Xander or Xan
✔ 72. Read a book that has a mountain(s) shown predominantly on the cover OR read a book that has at least two of these digits: 1, 2, 3, 8 in its place on your TBR list.
Kingdom Prayer: Touching Heaven to Change Earth by Tony Evans 4* 3/27/21✔ 73. Read a book that is set in one of the nations/kingdoms/colonies listed above (in its past or present form) OR read a book that has a flag (of any country/region or type) shown predominantly on its cover. (view spoiler)
The Paris Protection by Bryan Devore 3* 7/12/21 - American flag on cover✔ 74. Read a book that includes a group where someone must meet criteria or pass a test(s) to belong, or includes a group that is in some other way ‘exclusive’ OR read a book that is set in Denmark. Gasoline, Texas by Joseph Flynn 4* 5/17/21 - only the residents of Gasoline paid 25¢ per gallon of gas, plus a few pennies tax
✔ 75. Read a book where politics are important to the plot or subject matter OR read a book with a character who works for the government. Rogue Lies by Kathleen Brooks 4* 11/18/20 - male MC is the President of the US, female MC is his press secretary and most of the characters around them work in some form for the government
✔ 76. Read a book where a main character works in a retail setting of some sort OR read a book in which someone owns their own business. Vendetta in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 12/8/20 - Roarke owns an entire empire of companies
✔ 77. Read a book whose title has been changed since it was first published OR read a book that has a cover that is predominantly green or gold/yellow, or a combination of green(s) and gold(s)/yellow(s). Looking Up When Life Gets You Down by Warren W. Wiersbe 3* 10/26/20 - this book's original title was Why Us? When Bad Things Happen to God's People
✔ 78. Read a book that has a superstitious character OR read a book which has a fire shown predominantly on its cover.
Soldiers of Fortune by Jana Deleon 5* 1/25/21✔ 79. Read a book by an author who has double consonants in her/his name OR read a book in which a sporting event takes place (it might be a large, professional event or something as simple as a child’s soccer game). Golden In Death by J.D. Robb 5* 12/11/20 - roBB
✔ 80. Read a book where someone switches careers OR read a book where a fire is important to the plot. Swamp Team 3 by Jana Deleon 5* 3/4/21 - an arsonist sets fires in Sinful, one of them was Ally's house (MC's friend)
ELEPHANT IDIOMS
✔ 81. Read a book where two or more characters meet in a particular room for a discussion OR read a book that deals with a topic that some people might find uncomfortable. Raport pelikana=The Pelican Brief by John Grisham 4* 6/7/21 - the MCs meet in a library conference room to compare what they found out
✔ 82. Read a book with an alcoholic beverage shown predominantly on the cover OR read a book where someone drinks regularly (they do not have to get drunk, just have an alcoholic beverage regularly during the book). Judgment in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/19/21 - Roarke & Eve
✔ 83. Read a book that has a predominantly white cover OR read a book where someone gives a gift to someone else. Swamp Santa by Jana Deleon 5* 2/10/21 - Fortune and the girls exchange gifts for Christmas
✔ 84. Read a book in which someone works with computers either for their job or as an avid hobbyist OR read a book where someone goes on a journey that involves a number of twists and turns. Shadows in Death by J.D. Robb 4* 2/6/21 - Feeney & McNab work as electronic detectives
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Part 2CONSERVATION STATUS
✔ 30. Read a book that makes you feel sad OR read a book which few people have read (it has fewer than 415 ratings on its GR main page). The Heist: How Grace Robs Us of Our Shame by Chris Durso 4* 5/12/21 - as of 6/15/21 only 55 people rated this book
✔ 31. Read a book with a MC or author who is Chinese or is of Chinese heritage OR read a book in which a main character is involved in illegal activities. Hurricane Force by Jana Deleon 5* 1/26/21 - some light breaking and entering
✔ 32. Read a book in which there are large-scale changes in the landscape (e.g. through an earthquake, construction project, etc.) OR read a book where people settle into or colonize a new place. X-World by Jörg Arndt 4* 11/27/20 - during 'live' game the developer changed the landscape (enlarged the entire world) - to the people in the game it felt like an earthquake & a group of people left the city and went into the wood where they created new settlements
✔ 33. Read a book in which two or more characters are in conflict with one another OR read a book in which someone takes revenge on someone else. Hook, Line and Blinker by Jana Deleon 4* 1/31/21 - there's an ongoing conflict between the current mayor and the three MCs which leads to some small acts of revenge (of the juvenille kind)
✔ 34. Read a book that makes you feel hopeful OR read a book in which a group of people work together to solve a problem or complete a task. Broken Made Beautiful: Daily Devotions of Hope and Encouragement for the Healing Journey by Allyson Long 5* 12/31/20 - this book shown that emotional healing is possible (even if it takes a long time)
ELEPHANTS IN RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY
✔ 35. Read a book in which religion is important to the plot OR read a book in which a character (human or nonhuman) was adopted (they do not have to be adopted during the book, just at some point). Chasing Secrets by Lynette Eason 4* 4/13/21 - Christian fiction (view spoiler)
✔ 36. Read a book that is marked MYSTERY on its GR home page OR read a book that you find confusing. A Silent Pursuit book 3 in High Stakes A Suspense Collection by Lynette Eason 5* 12/1/20 MPG: Mystery
✔ 37. Read a book written by an author who publishes under more than one name OR read a book with an animal that is often ridden by humans shown predominantly on the cover (it is not necessary for someone to be on the animal on the cover) - bonus for an elephant. At Wick's End by Tim Myers 3* 3/31/21 - Also writes under the pseudonyms Elizabeth Bright, Melissa Glazer, Chris Cavender, and Jessica Beck.
✔ 38. Read a book that has one of the compass directions in its title or author’s name (compound words and reasonable variations are OK) OR read a book in which a natural disaster occurs (tell us which type). Northern Lights by Nora Roberts 4* 1/10/21 - northern in title
✔ 39. Read a book in which someone is particularly wise OR read a book in which a disagreement between conflicting parties is settled. The Christmas Bus by Melody Carlson 4* 11/15/20 - one of the Christmas guest is particularly wise and a disagreement about life animals at the nativity play is settled
✔ 40. Read a book which has ghosts or spirits as part of the plot OR read a book in which someone draws on the wisdom of their elders. A Ghost for Christmas by J.D. Winters 2* 12/21/20 - ghosts in the story
ELEPHANTS IN ART
✔ 41. Read a book set in a country in North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, and Sudan) OR read a book that takes place long ago (before 1000 CE). Royal Family by Summer Lee 3* 9/5 - set 5,000 B.C.
✔ 42. Read a book that has a 1 and 7 in its total page numbers OR read a book that has a character or author from India or who is of Indian heritage. Meg's Best Man by Cynthia Bruner 5* 2/20/21 - 178 pages
✔ 43. Read a book set during the era of modern art (1860s to 1970s) OR read a book where the plot seems to be twisty. 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 - set in the summers of 1879, 1880 & 1890
✔ 44. Read a book that has discussions about an environmental concern(s) OR read a book in which someone is an artist (professional or amateur, in any medium). Framed Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 5* 5/8/21 - female MC is a painter
ELEPHANTS IN LITERATURE, STORIES, AND OTHER TALES
✔ 45. Read a book that has a steadfast, loyal character OR read a book by an author who has died. Mróz by Marcin Ciszewski 4* 1/20/21 lit. transl: Frost - MC and his best friend & co-worker are both steadfast and loyal
✔ 46. Read a book which has been translated from another language OR read a book that has been made into a TV show or movie. Der Report der Magd=The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood 4* 12/24/20 - this is a German translation of the original & there's a movie and a 'recent' TV show
✔ 47. Read a book written by a Canadian author OR read a book that has a non-human narrator or is told from a non-human perspective. Błękitny Zamek=The Blue Castle by L.M. Montgomery 6* 12/29/20
✔ 48. Read a book set in Canada OR read a book by an author who writes more than one series and/or in more than one genre Cowboys for Christmas by Jan Springer 3* 12/7/20 - set in Canada & there're other series by this author
✔ 49. Read a book that has a bright, multi-coloured cover OR read a book that has a diversity of characters.
Cajun Fried Felony by Jana Deleon 5* 2/9/21✔ 50. Read a book that pays homage to another work or story OR read a book that involves train travel of some type. Undeceived: Pride and Prejudice in the Spy Game by Karen M. Cox 4* 5/18/21 - see Pride and Prejudice
✔ 51. Read a book that contains magical or paranormal elements OR read a book in which someone or something important is lost. Fierce Shadows by Kathleen Brooks 5* 3/11/21 - paranormal elements: ghosts
✔ 52. Read a book in which former adversaries or enemies must learn to work together, or where they become friends OR read a book that has a dreamlike or very imaginative quality to it. Never Gonna Happen by Cynthia Eden 4* 6/10/21 - enemies to lovers romantic suspense
✔ 53. Read a book by an author who only uses their initials rather than a first name OR read a book that is part of a trilogy. Naked in Death by J.D. Robb 5* 3/5/21 - J.D. (& the In Death series was originally planned as trilogy but due to the success was continued)
✔ 54. Read a book in which someone is retired or retiring OR read book #1 of a series. Oath of Honor by Lynette Eason 4* 12/28/20 - Blue Justice #1
✔ 55. Read a book that tells the story of someone’s life OR read a book in which someone moves to a different place to pursue a dream or an opportunity. Delirious: My Journey with the Band, a Growing Family, and an Army of Historymakers by Martin Smith 5* 5/29/21 - memoir of a Christian musician, who moved several times to pursue his dream, and later traveled with his band all over the world, and with his family to support social causes
✔ 56 Read a non-fiction book that relates in some way to WWII OR read a fiction book on any topic that is based on real-life events or which includes notable real-life events and/or people as important plot points. Początek=The Beautiful Mrs. Seidenman by Andrzej Szczypiorski 4* 5/31/21 - tells stories of people during WWII and afterwards
✔ 57. Read a book that has a main character who is blind, visually impaired, or wears glasses OR read a book set in or which has an important scene in a cave or in the dark. National Parks of America by various Lonely Planet authors 4* 1/18/21 - one chapter is devoted to the Carlsbad Caverns National Park and describes the possible tours
✔ 58. Read a book that is marked HUMOUR on its GR main page OR read a book from a series or a book from set of books or a collection of stories written by more than one author (e.g. an anthology, author(s) picking up a series from a different author, books like the Nancy Drew series where several people wrote under one name, etc.). Fortune Hunter by Jana Deleon 4* 1/29/21 - MPG: Humor & by now there are several fan-fiction series based on this one (many of them published by the publishing company the author created for this reason)
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