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9/10 read1. F is for February:
2. Happy Birthday, Kayla!:
3. Geography:
4. Groundhog Day:
5. Superbowl Sunday:
6. Lunar New Year:
7. Valentine's Day:
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
9. Chocolate Lover's Month:
10. Reader's Choice: In The Strangest Places
Four down, six to go. :)4/10 read
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1. 'F' is for February: Destined for an Early Grave by Jeaniene Frost
2. Happy Birthday (Anna)!: The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks
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4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Coming Up Roses by Catherine Anderson
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A Kingdom of Dreams by Judith McNaught
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6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Black Powder War by Naomi Novik
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8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): City of Ashes by Cassandra Clare
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Slade by Laurann Dohner (a guilty pleasure!)
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Completed 8/101. 'F' is for February: Enduring Instincts or Scrap Metal
2. Happy Birthday Joanne!: Sweet Inspiration √ 10 Feb
3. Geography: Israel/Middle East (characters in the armed forces) - Bound By Honor √ 3 Feb
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): life-altering choices - White Paws And A Dream √ 2 Feb
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): character is a musician - Faith √ 9 Feb
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Read a book with a main character who's Asian, or by an Asian author, or any book related to snakes, dragons, fireworks, or good fortune. One of my pbs? Storm's Heart/Smoke Thief?
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): high-school/college sweethearts - Wes and Toren √ 8 Feb
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Kiss of the Highlander √ 6 Feb
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: All Mary Calmes' books are a guilty pleasure - After the Sunset √ 5 Feb
10. Me!: Magic Bites √ 1-Feb
Grats Hina! 3/8
1. 'F' - Her Every Pleasure - Gaelen Foley
4. Groundhog Day - Highland Guardian - Melissa Mayhue
5. Superbowl Sunday - See Jane Score - Rachel Gibson
7. Valentine's Day - Untraceable - S.R. Johannes
10. Reader's Choice:
February Monthly Reading Challenge Duration: Feb 01/13 - Feb 28/13
Progress: 3 out of 8 2/9/13
1. 'F' is for February: Fool for Love
2. Happy Birthday!: (Happy Birthday Kira 2/5!)
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Found
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Taking Shots
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Dreaming of Dragons
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26):
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: The Sweetest Thing
I totally forgot in my last post.. Congrats Hina! :)For me it's six down, four to go.
6/10 read
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1. 'F' is for February: Destined for an Early Grave by Jeaniene Frost
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4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Coming Up Roses by Catherine Anderson
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A Kingdom of Dreams by Judith McNaught
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6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Black Powder War by Naomi Novik
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9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Slade by Laurann Dohner (a guilty pleasure!)
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I'm in for 10!8/10
√1. 'F' is for February: Fix You finished 2/10/13
√2. Happy Birthday!: My birthday is 2/23 so I read Hard Bitten off of Photojim's Shelf who's birthday is 2/24. Happy Birthday! finished 2/2/13
√3. Geography: Drink Deep(the vampires are in political strife in this book) finished 2/4/13
√4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Once Upon a Time in Bliss finished 2/3/13
√5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Game for Seduction finished 2/10/13
√6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Dragon Bound finished 2/9/13
√7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): (young love) Jealous And Freakn' finished 2/2/13
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Iced
√9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Tart finished 2/2/13
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice
10/10 read - Done!1. F is for February:
2. Happy Birthday, Kayla!:
3. Geography:
4. Groundhog Day:
5. Superbowl Sunday:
6. Lunar New Year:
7. Valentine's Day:
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day:
9. Chocolate Lover's Month:
10. Reader's Choice:
February Monthly Reading Challenge
5/10
1.'F' is for February:
2. Happy Birthday!: (happy birthday Ellen) A Girl's Guide to Vampires
3. Geography:
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Destiny's Embrace
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3):
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Dragon Actually
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): An Offer From a Gentleman
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Rush
10. Reader's Choice:
**RRRC Monthly Reading Challenge: February**Completed: 3/10 + 1
1. 'F' is for February: TBD
I've never read LH, but her early books were recommended by a friend (and it worked for the monthly challenge), so I picked up the two-for-one MacKenzie's Legacy (which also includes Joe's story). While you could tell this was written almost 25 years ago (with references to Vietnam, as well as the romance style), and had the feel (at least in the beginning) of a historical, I did enjoy it and will be continuing with the Mackenzie's - and Linda Howard.
(Kate is a mercenary; storyline deals with politics surrounding two groups (Yes, I know I'm stretching... ;) I think I found a new series! ;) Kate's world sucked me right in and I especially liked the unromantic version of shifters the author provided. I want to read more!
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): A Dance Through Time by Lynn Kurland
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Dangerous Curves by Pamela Britton (Nascar)
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): One Piece 64 & One Piece, Volume 65: To Zero both by Eiichiro Oda (which will bring me up to date!)
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): TBD
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Sorcery and Cecelia, or The Enchanted Chocolate Pot by Patricia C. Wrede & Caroline Stevermer
Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is one of my favourite books of all time. Mary Street's re-telling from Darcy's point of view is a close second - makes me want to watch Colin Firth again! ;)
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Read: 5/51. 'F' is for February: Fifteen Shades of Gay 2/10/13 ★★★★✩
2. Happy Birthday Becky!: Lover Enshrined 2/4/13 ★★★★✩
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): The Luckiest 2/2/13 ★★★★✩
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Like the Taste of Summer 2/7/13 ★★★★★
10. Reader's Choice: Gone Country 2/7/13 ★★★✩✩
Done!!
Katie and Breann!
Happy Birthday [bookcover:Black and White finished this book
Congrats Katie and Breann!!
finished!!10/10
√1. 'F' is for February: Fix You finished 2/10/13
√2. Happy Birthday!: My birthday is 2/23 so I read Hard Bitten off of Photojim's Shelf who's birthday is 2/24. Happy Birthday! finished 2/2/13
√3. Geography: Drink Deep(the vampires are in political strife in this book) finished 2/4/13
√4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Once Upon a Time in Bliss finished 2/3/13
√5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Game for Seduction finished 2/10/13
√6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Dragon Bound finished 2/9/13
√7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): (young love) Jealous And Freakn' finished 2/2/13
√8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Iced finished 2/11/13
√9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Tart finished 2/2/13
√10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice One Reckless Summerfinished 2/5/13
Hooray, Katie, Breann & Sassafrass!!!
RRRC February Monthly Challenge 20133/5 Completed
1. 'F' is for February: Forbidden Embers 9/2/13 ★★★
2. Geography: Israel: Night Season 5/2/13 ★★★★
3. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Highlander's Challenge 6/2/13 ★★★★
4. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): The Fire King
5. Reader's Choice: TBD
February Monthly Reading Challenge
8/10
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Taming Mad Max by Theresa Ragan
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month; Chocolate Magic by Kayla Russo
RRRC February Monthly Challenge2/1/13 ~ 2/28/13
6/? read
1. 'F' is for February: Fifteen Shades of Gay 2/8 (4*)
2. Happy Birthday!:
3. Geography: Blue and White Cover- Pick Your Pleasure 2/3 (3*)
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Life Altering Choice- The Assignment 2/4 (4*)
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3):Musician- Try Me
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Lunar New Year is extremely popular across the Asian culture. Read a book with a main character who's Asian, or by an Asian author, or any book related to snakes, dragons (a mythical creature found in many Asian folktales), fireworks, or good fortune. OR read a manga.
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Zero Knot 2/9 (3.5*)
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Beauty Touched the Beast
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Guilty Pleasure-Gone Country 2/7 (4*)
10. Reader's Choice: The Nightlife: New York 2/4 (4*)
2013 February Monthly Challenge8/10 Completed
✔1. 'F' is for February: Fix You 2/9/13
2. Happy Birthday Kayla!: Some Girls Bite
✔3. Geography: Lover Eternal 2/10/13
✔4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Kiss of the Highlander 2/4/13
✔5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): The Locker Room 2/2/13
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Lord's Fall
✔7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): All He Ever Dreamed 2/6/13
✔8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): The Ugly Duchess 2/6/13
✔9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Futures and Frosting 2/9/13
✔10. Reader's Choice: Fifteen Shades of Gay 2/8/13
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9/101. 'F' is for February:
2. Happy Birthday Michelle!
3. Geography: (Sudan)
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): (time loop)
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3):
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Lunar New Year is extremely popular across the Asian culture. (Hero is Asian)
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): (fae)
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month;
10. Reader's Choice: I only have eyes for you
I'm gonna shoot for at least 5 this time.1/5
1. Valentine's Day: Bloodlines by Richelle Mead - Currently Reading
2. Happy Birthday LibraryLass: Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh
3. Groundhog Day: Wildflower Hill by Kimberly Freeman
4. Chocolate Lovers: Play of Passion by Nalini Singh
5. Reader's Choice: The Seduction of Elliot McBride by Jennifer Ashley - 2/9/2013 - 4 Stars
Congrats Katie, Breann and Sassafrass! :)For me it's seven down and three to go.
7/10 read
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1. 'F' is for February: Destined for an Early Grave by Jeaniene Frost
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6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Black Powder War by Naomi Novik
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9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Slade by Laurann Dohner (a guilty pleasure!)
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Congrats Sassafrass! 4/8
1. 'F' - Her Every Pleasure - Gaelen Foley
4. Groundhog Day - Highland Guardian - Melissa Mayhue
5. Superbowl Sunday - See Jane Score - Rachel Gibson
7. Valentine's Day - Untraceable - S.R. Johannes
Finally Done!! (got caught on the stupid Birthday book)10/10
1. 'F' is for February: The Flesh Cartel #4: Consequences finished 2/1 5*
2. Happy Birthday Christine (hey my last name starts with C ;) )!: Too Stupid to Live finished 2/12 3.5*
3. Geography: (Blue Cover) Dex in Blue finished 2/4 5*
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Chase in Shadow finished 2/3 5*
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Ethan, Who Loved Carter finished 2/2 5*
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Good With Dragons finished 2/7 3.5*
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): My Roommate's a Jock? Well, Crap! finished 2/4 3*
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Fugly finished 2/5 3.5*
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: (Guilty Pleasure - PWP) Hot Ticket - A Serving Love Story finished 2/1 3*
10. Reader's Choice: Compensations finished 2/1 5*
I'm gonna shoot for at least 5 this time.2/5
1. Valentine's Day: Bloodlines by Richelle Mead - 2/12/2013 - 3 Stars
2. Happy Birthday LibraryLass: Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh - Currently Reading
3. Groundhog Day: Wildflower Hill by Kimberly Freeman
4. Chocolate Lovers: Play of Passion by Nalini Singh
5. Reader's Choice: The Seduction of Elliot McBride by Jennifer Ashley - 2/9/2013 - 4 Stars
February Monthly Challenge ~ 2013!Duration February 1 ~ February 28
5/10 Read
1. 'F' is For..:
2. Happy B'day Lindsay!:
3. Exploring The Middle East:
4. Groundhog Day:
5. Superbowl Sunday!: The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
6. Lunar New Year: Tiger Eye by Marjorie M. Liu
7. Valentine's Day: Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia
8. Fairy Tale Day:
9. Chocolate Lover's Month: Wild Man by Kristen Ashley
10. Book Club Pick: The Silver Linings Playbook by Matthew Quick
February Monthly Reading Challenge
10/10
READ: 5/9✔1. 'F' is for February: Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet - Darynda Jones 2/2
✔2. Happy Birthday! BECKY: Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor - Lisa Kleypas 2/1
✔3. Geography: White Elephant Dead - Carolyn Hart (blue cover) 2/3
✔4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Shadow of Night - Deborah Harkness (time travel) 2/11
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): SKIP
✔6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Stormdancer - Jay Kristoff (set in Japan) 2/13
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Sea of Tranquility - Katha Millay (young adult)
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): The Frog Prince - Jane Porter (fairy tale)
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder - Joanne Fluke
10. Reader's Choice: Romeo, Romeo - Robin Kaye
Thanks Ty! You make my updating really easy!
2013 February Monthly Reading Challenge5/10 Completed
01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.
Burning Wild by Christine Feehan
02. Happy Birthday!: Read a book from a February birthday celebrant's GR bookshelf whose name/nickname starts with the same letter as yours OR match the date of your birthday (1-31) to a member on the February birthday list.
Happy Birthday! to Bhie(Feb 4) & Becky(Feb 13):
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Israel. Other options: You may also read a book set in the Middle East. Israel is (in)famous for religious and political strife. Thus, you can also read a book about religion or politics/politicians or with characters in the armed forces. The national flag of Egypt is blue and white - you may read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover.
04. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): In the movie Groundhog Day, the Bill Murray character is doomed to relive the same day over and over again, leading to shenanigans, laughter, tears, and ultimately, a life re-examination. Read a book involving life-altering choices or time, either time travel, a time loop, or a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary time.
05. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Are you ready for some footbaaaaaall! Here in the States, Superbowl Sunday is practically considered a holy day for some: whether you're an actual fan of the sport, the half-time show, or the commercials XD. Read a sports-themed book: athletes, sportscasters, sports reporters, agents, etc. Or if you're like me (most of the time) and just like to watch the half-time show and commercials, read a story where the character is a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.
06. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Lunar New Year is extremely popular across the Asian culture. Read a book with a main character who's Asian, or by an Asian author, or any book related to snakes, dragons (a mythical creature found in many Asian folktales), fireworks, or good fortune. OR read a manga.
Ember's Kiss by Deborah Cooke
07. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Read a book with hearts on the cover or a book about high school/college sweethearts, or young love (yes, YA counts).
The Heartbreaker by Carly Phillips
08. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Read a fairy tale! Or read a retelling of a fairy tale, or a book about faerie, fairies, or the fey.
The Baron by Juliana Garnett (Robin Hood)
OR
To Beguile a Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt (Beauty and The Beast)
OR
Where Dreams Begin by Lisa Kleypas (Pygmalion)
09. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Read a book where chocolate, sweets, desserts, or baked goods is the main theme or is on the cover/title, or a book where a character is obsessed with sweets/chocolate/etc.
Blame It on Chocolate by Jennifer Greene
OR
Divorced, Desperate And Dating by Christie Craig
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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Monthly Challenges > February Monthly Reading Challenge10/10
1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.
Fair Play (New York Blades #2) by Deirdre Martin 02/14/13
2. Happy Birthday!: Read a book from a February birthday celebrant's GR bookshelf whose name/nickname starts with the same letter as yours OR match the date of your birthday (1-31) to a member on the February birthday list.
February Birthday List
Amanda - Dreams of a Dark Warrior (Immortals After Dark #11) by Kresley Cole 02/09/13
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Israel. Other options: You may also read a book set in the Middle East. Israel is (in)famous for religious and political strife. Thus, you can also read a book about religion or politics/politicians or with characters in the armed forces. The national flag of Israel is blue and white - you may read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover.
Styx's Storm (Breeds #22) by Lora Leigh 02/02/13
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): In the movie Groundhog Day, the Bill Murray character is doomed to relive the same day over and over again, leading to shenanigans, laughter, tears, and ultimately, a life re-examination. Read a book involving life-altering choices or time, either time travel, a time loop, or a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary time.
If You Desire (MacCarrick Brothers #2) by Kresley Cole 02/11/12
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Are you ready for some footbaaaaaall! Here in the States, Superbowl Sunday is practically considered a holy day for some: whether you're an actual fan of the sport, the half-time show, or the commercials XD. Read a sports-themed book: athletes, sportscasters, sports reporters, agents, etc. Or if you're like me (most of the time) and just like to watch the half-time show and commercials, read a story where the character is a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.
Body Check (New York Blades #1) by Deirdre Martin 02/13/13
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Lunar New Year is extremely popular across the Asian culture. Read a book with a main character who's Asian, or by an Asian author, or any book related to snakes, dragons (a mythical creature found in many Asian folktales), fireworks, or good fortune. OR read a manga.
The Dragon Who Loved Me (The Dragon Kin #5) by G.A. Aiken 02/06/13
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Read a book with hearts on the cover or a book about high school/college sweethearts, or young love (yes, YA counts).
River Cast (The Tale of Lunarmorte #2) by Samantha Young 02/08/13
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Read a fairy tale! Or read a retelling of a fairy tale, or a book about faerie, fairies, or the fey.
Blood Solstice (The Tale of Lunarmorte #3) by Samantha Young 02/09/13
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month; Read a book where chocolate, sweets, desserts, or baked goods is the main theme or is on the cover/title, or a book where a character is obsessed with sweets/chocolate/etc. OR read a book that you consider a guilty pleasure. XD
If You Deceive (MacCarrick Brothers #3) by Kresley Cole 02/12/13
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Lion's Heat (Breeds #21) by Lora Leigh 02/01/13
I'm in for 5 this month.February Monthly Reading Challenge
Duration: February 1, 2013 - February 28, 2013
4/5 Read
1. 'F' is for February: Blood Cross by Faith Hunter, 02.10.13 ★★★★
2. Geography: Let Them Eat Stake by Sarah Zettel, 02.06.13 ★★★★
(read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover)
3. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon
4. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Shadow Kiss by Richelle Mead, 02.12.13 ★★★1/2
5. Reader's Choice: Ever After by Kim Harrison, 02.03.13 ★★★★★
Nicola wrote: "Thanks Ty! You make my updating really easy!"heh. no problem. I'll have mid-months stats up tomorrowish.
February Monthly Reading Challenge
7/10
1.'F' is for February:
2. Happy Birthday!: (happy birthday Ellen)
3. Geography:
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Destiny's Embrace
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3):
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Dragon Actually
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26):
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Rush
10. Reader's Choice:
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1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.
2. Happy Birthday!: Read a book from a February birthday celebrant's GR bookshelf whose name/nickname starts with the same letter as yours OR match the date of your birthday (1-31) to a member on the February birthday list.
If neither of these options work, select a match as close as possible (either side of the initial or date).
February Birthday List
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character, or setting is from Israel. Other options: You may also read a book set in the Middle East. Israel is (in)famous for religious and political strife. Thus, you can also read a book about religion or politics/politicians or with characters in the armed forces. The national flag of Israel is blue and white - you may read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover.
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): In the movie Groundhog Day, the Bill Murray character is doomed to relive the same day over and over again, leading to shenanigans, laughter, tears, and ultimately, a life re-examination. Read a book involving life-altering choices or time, either time travel, a time loop, or a historical/futuristic/non-contemporary time.
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Are you ready for some footbaaaaaall! Here in the States, Superbowl Sunday is practically considered a holy day for some: whether you're an actual fan of the sport, the half-time show, or the commercials XD. Read a sports-themed book: athletes, sportscasters, sports reporters, agents, etc. Or if you're like me (most of the time) and just like to watch the half-time show and commercials, read a story where the character is a musician or involved in the entertainment or advertising industry.
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! Lunar New Year is extremely popular across the Asian culture. Read a book with a main character who's Asian, or by an Asian author, or any book related to snakes, dragons (a mythical creature found in many Asian folktales), fireworks, or good fortune. OR read a manga.
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Read a book with hearts on the cover or a book about high school/college sweethearts, or young love (yes, YA counts).
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Read a fairy tale! Or read a retelling of a fairy tale, or a book about faerie, fairies, or the fey.
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month; Read a book where chocolate, sweets, desserts, or baked goods is the main theme or is on the cover/title, or a book where a character is obsessed with sweets/chocolate/etc. OR read a book that you consider a guilty pleasure. XD
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.