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February Monthly Reading Challenge - Participants' Thread
Congrats! to all the finishers! Apparently I have forgotten to post my books as well - hopefully I can catch up on my reading this holiday Monday!Hoping to complete 5 this month
February Monthly Reading Challenge
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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'.
Porch Lights by Dorothea Benton Frank – February
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.
Runaway by
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):
While My Sister Sleeps by Barbara Delinsky – February 5 (life-altering choices)
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3):
Souvenir:A Novel by Therese Fowler – February 14th (The hero is a rock star).
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):
Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs – February 16th
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.
Hooray, MountainKat, Alley, NayNay, Ceej & Erin!!!!!
**RRRC Monthly Reading Challenge: February**Completed: 35/10 + 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
I'm not one for sports-centered romances (probably since I'm not really a sports fan - except for a bit of soccer and hockey...I live in Canada after all ;) so I really wasn't looking forward to this category. "I'll catch you" was a quick read, with a heroine that I really liked.
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!)
Tackled a pretty heavy topic with an unusual twist, though the end conflict felt too rushed while the actually ending felt too open-ended.
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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February Monthly ChallengeRead: 6/8
2. Happy Birthday Gennesse!: Third Grave Dead Ahead by Darynda Jones
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Skip
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Skip
10. Reader's Choice: All He Ever Needed by Shannon Stacey
10/10 DONE1. '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:
Gwnhwyfer wrote: "**RRRC Monthly Reading Challenge: February**Completed: 35/10 + 1
1. 'F' is for February: TBD
2. Happy Birthday!: Happy Birthday Makenzie! (22nd) - Mackenzie's Mountain by Linda Howard 10 Feb ★★★★..."
I'm glad you enjoyed Mackenzie's Mountain! That was my first LH book and remains my favorite. It's also one of my favorite series in general.
Nicola wrote: "lOVE THE STATS!"thanks! I'm an excel/data-fanatic. ha!
@Makenzie - I am in LURVE with early Linda Howard, particularly her single romance releases. But yes, Mackenzie's Mountain will remain a classic forever and a day.
Ty wrote: "Nicola wrote: "lOVE THE STATS!"thanks! I'm an excel/data-fanatic. ha!
@Makenzie - I am in LURVE with early Linda Howard, particularly her single romance releases. But yes, Mackenzie's Mountain w..."
I totally agree Ty! She was my introduction into the romance genre.
Mountain
, Alley, NayNay, Ceej, Erin and Tina Theresa!
RRRC February Monthly Challenge 20135/5 Completed FINISHED 19/2/13
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 19/2/13 ★★★★★
5. Reader's Choice: Fever 16/2/13 ★★★
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February Monthly Challenge ~ 2013!Duration February 1 ~ February 28
8/10 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:
7. Valentine's Day: Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia
8. Fairy Tale Day:
9. Chocolate Lover's Month:
10. Book Club Pick:
RRRC February Monthly Challenge2/1/13 ~ 2/28/13
7/7 Read- Done!
1. 'F' is for February: Fifteen Shades of Gay 2/8 (4*)
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*)
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Mal has the good fortune to find the love of his life- Wes!My Summer of Wes 2/19 (5*)
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Zero Knot 2/9 (3.5*)
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Guilty Pleasure-Gone Country 2/7 (4*)
10. Reader's Choice: The Nightlife: New York 2/4 (4*)
Sexyeasha123 wrote: "I'm so excited for this challenge1 fix you mari carr 11/02/13
2 pleasure Unbound Amanda bookshelf
3 Surviving the Change 12/02/13
4 The Viking In My Bed 12/02/13
5 Love's Rhythm
6 heart of..."
I pretty much can figure out the author of each of your books except for Duck.... lol can you tell me the author? Thanks!
Congratulations me!10/10
1. F is for February: Firelight - Kristin Callihan - 2/15
2. Happy Birthday, Vera: Tempt Me at Twilight - Lisa Kleypas - 2/4
3. Geography: (armed forces) No Place to Run - Maya Banks - 2/8
4. Groundhog Day: (time travel) The Renfield Syndrome - J.A. Saare - 2/7
5. Superbowl Sunday: (UFC) Star Crossed - Kele Moon - 2/9
6. Lunar New Year: The Lost Prince - Julie Kagawa - 2/19
7. Valentine's Day: Anew - Chelsea Fine - 2/10
8. Fairy Tale Day: Beauty - Robin McKinley - 2/2
9. Chocolate Lovers': (a very guilty pleasure) Reaper's Property - Joanna Wylde - 2/5
10. Reader's Choice:: Hard to Love - Kendall Ryan - 2/1
done:
Completed 2/5Got a late start.... but I am hoping I can catch up. Wish me luck :).
1. 'F' is for February: In Flight by R.K Lilley
3. Geography:Blue and white cover: Release Me by J. Kenner
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Game Plan by Karla Doyle- COMPLETED : February 18, 2013- RATING- 4 stars
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month; Troubles and Treats by Tara Sivec
10. Reader's Choice: Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks- COMPLETED: February 17, 2013- RATING- 5 stars
Hooray Fran & Ty!!Thanks Ty ;)
Ty, I'm guessing Duck is
by Kim Dare ;)
Sandra wrote: "Hooray Fran & Ty!!Thanks Ty ;)
Ty, I'm guessing Duck is
by Kim Dare ;)"ah ha! that makes complete sense! XD thanks!
RRRC Monthly ChallengeFebruary 1-28, 2013
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√ 1. Starts with 'F': Feehan, Christine: Magic in the Wind - 2.03
2 BD: TBR
3. Geo: predominantly blue cover: The Secret Mistress by Mary Balogh
√ 4. Futuristic time: Innocent in Death by J.D. Robb - 2.10
√ 9. Chocolate Lover's Month: The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis has ice cream cone on cover - 2.02
√ 10. Reader's Choice: Wedding of the Season by Laura Lee Guhrke - 2.08
February Monthly Reading Challenge3/9 Completed
1. 'F' is for February: The Fourth Sunrise
2. Happy Birthday, Ronyell!: It Had to Be You
3. Geography: The Mind Readers
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Glamour...2/4
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Advertising for Love...2/19
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Crazy for Cowboy
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Ascension...2/2
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: My Cupcake, My Love
10. Reader's Choice: Mai Tai Butterfly
2013 February Monthly Reading Challenge7/10 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'.
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).
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)
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To Beguile a Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt (Beauty and The Beast)
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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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February Monthly Reading Challenge
Duration: Feb 1 - Feb 28, 2013
Completed 7 :D
1. F is for February:Entice-Ella Frank
2. Happy Birthday, Killian:Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord
3. Geography: The Perfect Rake
4. Groundhog Day: - Kiss of the Highlander
5. Valentine's Day: Glitter
6. Fairy Tale Day:Lord of Scoundrels
7. Reader's Choice:North and South
Duration: Feb 1 - Feb 28, 2013
Completed 7 :D
1. F is for February:Entice-Ella Frank
2. Happy Birthday, Killian:Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord
3. Geography: The Perfect Rake
4. Groundhog Day: - Kiss of the Highlander
5. Valentine's Day: Glitter
6. Fairy Tale Day:Lord of Scoundrels
7. Reader's Choice:North and South
Congrats Sandra, Fran, and Ty!5/8
1. 'F' - Her Every Pleasure - Gaelen Foley
5. Superbowl Sunday - See Jane Score - Rachel Gibson
7. Valentine's Day - Untraceable - S.R. Johannes
4/5 Completed1. 'F' is for February:
2. Happy Birthday!:
Ashley 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.3.
Read a book whose about religion or politics/politicians
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): 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): 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.
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Read a book with hearts on the cover or a book about high school/college sweethearts, or young love (yes, YA counts).8.
Read 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
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Congrats MountainKat, Alley, NayNay, Erin, Ceej, Tina Theresa, Ty, Sandra and Fran! :) I hope I didn't forget anyone.Yay, DONE!
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Congrats to everyone!All Done!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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1. Valentine's Day: Bloodlines by Richelle Mead - 2/12/2013 - 3 Stars
2. Happy Birthday LibraryLass: Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh - 2/15/2013 - 3 Stars
3. Groundhog Day: Wildflower Hill by Kimberly Freeman - 2/20/2013 - 5 Stars
4. Chocolate Lovers: Play of Passion by Nalini Singh - 2/17/2013 - 4 Stars
5. Reader's Choice: The Seduction of Elliot McBride by Jennifer Ashley - 2/9/2013 - 4 Stars
FINISHED :)3/3 Completed
Books read:
I have finished
5. Superbowl Sunday:
7. Valentine's Day:
5. Superbowl Sunday:
7. Valentine's Day:
DONERRRC February Monthly Challenge
2/1/13 ~ 2/28/13
7/7 read
1. 'F' is for February: Christine Feehan Predatory Game 2/17/13 4★'s
3. Geography: The national flag of Egypt is blue and white - you may read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover.
2/8/13 4★'s4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Read a book involving life-altering choices Embrace The Darkness
2/13/13 4★'s
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): It's the Year of the Snake! or any book related to dragons (a mythical creature found in many Asian folktales)Dance with the Devil 2/16/13 4★'s
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Rock Chick Revenge 2/13/13 5★'s
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Dreamfever 2/20/13 4★'s
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Wallbanger 2/3 4.5★'s
Ty wrote: "Yay! Grats, ~Melissa~!"Thanks!!
Monthly Reading Challenge DONE!February 128, 2013
Thanks Katharina, Shyloh & Ethel ;)Hooray, Suzanne, Ethel, Lacy, Mariana, Arena, Melissa & Angie!!!!!!!
2013 February Monthly Reading Challenge8/10 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'.
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).
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.
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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wow Angie. You certainly went above and beyond! Congratulations!
Ty wrote: "wow Angie. You certainly went above and beyond! Congratulations!"Thanks Ty!
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