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message 351: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 4260 comments Hooray, Erin, Penney, Irina, Davena, Daffodil, Juana, Katy, Patty, Elizabeth, Jane, Shell & Arena !!!!!!!!!!!!


message 353: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 4260 comments Hooray, Laurie!


message 354: by Shea (new)

Shea | 278 comments RRRC February 2013 Monthly Challenge
Duration: February 1 - 28, 2013


5/5 Challenge Completed!

1. "F" is for February: Gone Girl- Gillian Flynn 2/12

2. Happy Birthday (Sallie): Lover Eternal 2/23

3. Geography: Lover Awakened 2/25

4. Groundhog Day (Feb. 2): The Silver Linings Playbook 2/7

10. Reader's Choice: David Copperfield 2/27

Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn Lover Eternal (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #2) by J.R. Ward Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #3) by J.R. Ward The Silver Linings Playbook by Matthew Quick David Copperfield by Charles Dickens



message 355: by Shea (new)

Shea | 278 comments Congrats, Shell!


message 356: by Lindy (new)

Lindy (lindylee) | 260 comments I wanted to read this, but the library has it reserved untiil Christmas

"F" is for February: Gone Girl- Gillian Flynn 2/12


message 357: by Ty (last edited Feb 27, 2013 07:12PM) (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Grats Shea and Laurie!

One more day, peeps! You can DO it!


message 358: by Angi (new)

Angi (AngiR) February Monthly Reading Challenge
4/5 Completed


2. Happy Birthday, Ronyell!: It Had to Be You...2/24
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Glamour...2/4
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Advertising for Love...2/19
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Ascension...2/2
10. Reader's Choice: Mai Tai Butterfly


message 359: by maria helena (new)

maria helena (mariahel) Updated post #45 5/5 done!


message 360: by [deleted user] (new)

i have finished this challenge 7 books
Groundhog Day The Time Machine by H.G. Wells


message 361: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 4260 comments Hooray, Shea, Maria Helena & Arena!!!


message 362: by Lindy (new)

Lindy (lindylee) | 260 comments Did onlyy 7

1. F for February Hooper, Kay The First Prophet

4. historical cOULTER, cATHERINE wARROR'S Song

5. Sports or Entertainment: Hooper, Kay The Frist Prophet

7. Valentine: Valentine Murder Leslie Meier

8. Fairy Tale Dahl, Roald Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

9. guilty pleasure or sweets Kleypas, Lisa Crystal Lke

10. Reader's Choice: Patterson, James Violets are Blue


message 363: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1842 comments 7/10




1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.
Come Fly With Me (Alaskan Nights, #2) by Addison Fox Come Fly With Me - Addison Fox (Signet - Nov 2012) - Feb 8

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
Christmas Conspiracy by Robin Perini Christmas Conspiracy - Robin Perini (HI #1381 - Oct 2012) - Happy Birthday Joanne! - Feb 28

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.
Touch The Heavens by Eileen Nauman Touch the Heavens - Eileen Nauman (HT #51 - Mar 1985) (military) - Feb 8

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.
Wild for the Sheriff (The Sisters of Bell River Ranch, #1) by Kathleen O'Brien Wild for the Sheriff - Kathleen O'Brien (HS #1830 - Feb 2013) (choosing to go from a life on the road to settled in one place) - Feb 4

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.
Jacked Up (Fast Track, #6) by Erin McCarthy Jacked Up - Erin McCarthy (Berkley - June 2012) (NASCAR) - 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. 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.
A Trap So Tender by Jennifer Lewis A Trap So Tender - Jennifer Lewis (HD #2220 - Mar 2013) (Asian heroine) - Feb 26

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).
Sweet Home Colorado by C.C. Coburn Sweet Home Colorado - C. C. Coburn (HAR #1439 - Feb 2013) (high school sweethearts) - Feb 9

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.
The Ugly Duchess (Fairy Tales, #4) by Eloisa James The Ugly Duchess - Eloisa James (Avon - Sept 2012) - Feb 28

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.


message 364: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2017 comments 2013 February Monthly Reading Challenge


Congratulations to all the finishers!!!


10/10 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 02/19/13
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):
Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn 02/05/13
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.
The Lady Most Willing...: A Novel in Three Parts by Julia Quinn, Eloisa James & Connie Brockway 02/08/13
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.
The Star Princess by Susan Grant 02/13/13
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.
Hot Finish by Erin McCarthy 02/04/13
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 02/26/13
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 02/17/13
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) 02/22/13
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 02/28/13
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
A Lawman's Christmas by Linda Lael Miller 02/06/13



Burning Wild (Leopard People, #3) by Christine Feehan Romancing Mister Bridgerton (Bridgertons, #4) by Julia Quinn The Lady Most Willing... A Novel in Three Parts by Julia Quinn The Star Princess (Star, #4) by Susan Grant Hot Finish (Fast Track, #3) by Erin McCarthy Ember's Kiss (Dragonfire, #8) by Deborah Cooke The Heartbreaker (Chandler Brothers, #3) by Carly Phillips The Baron by Juliana Garnett Blame It on Chocolate by Jennifer Greene A Lawman's Christmas (McKettricks of Texas) by Linda Lael Miller


message 365: by Valorie (new)

Valorie  | 2218 comments Congrats to all the finishers!

10/10 Done Yay!

1. February: Feel the Heat by Cindy Gerard 2/13 ★★★★
2. Happy B-Day Killian!: Days of Blood & Starlight by Laini Taylor 2/10 ★★★★
3. Geography: A Wedding to Die For by Leann Sweeney 2/2 ★★★
4. Groundhog Day: To Tame A Highland Warrior by KMM 2/27 ★★★★
5. Superbowl: Hired by Lily Harlem 2/7 ★★★★
6. Lunar New Year: Forbidden Embers by Tessa Adams 2/16 ★★★
7. Valentine's: Something Strange and Deadly by Susan Dennard 2/21 ★★★★
8. Fairy Tale: Ironskin by Tina Connolly 2/25 ★★★★
9. Chocolate Lovers: The Darkest Seduction by Gena Showalter 2/5 ★★★★★
10. My Choice: Requiem for a Mezzo by Carola Dunn 2/19 ★★★

Feel the Heat (Black Ops, #4) by Cindy Gerard Days of Blood & Starlight (Daughter of Smoke and Bone, #2) by Laini Taylor A Wedding to Die For (A Yellow Rose Mystery, #2) by Leann Sweeney To Tame A Highland Warrior (Highlander #2) by Karen Marie Moning Hired (Hot Ice, #1) by Lily Harlem Forbidden Embers (Dragon's Heat, #3) by Tessa Adams Something Strange and Deadly (Something Strange and Deadly, #1) by Susan Dennard Ironskin (Ironskin, #1) by Tina Connolly The Darkest Seduction (Lords of the Underworld, #9) by Gena Showalter Requiem for a Mezzo (Daisy Dalrymple, #3) by Carola Dunn


message 366: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Congratulations Maria Helena, Bookchaser, and Valorie!


message 367: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Arena wrote: "i have finished this challenge 7 books
Groundhog DayThe Time Machine by H.G. Wells"


Arena, I have you down for only claiming 6 - categories 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. It's cool either way :)


message 368: by Makenzie (last edited Feb 28, 2013 06:20PM) (new)

Makenzie (makenziefay) | 496 comments This last week was pretty insane for me, so unfortunately, I'm finishing this month with only 7/10.

2013 February Monthly Reading Challenge
Duration: February 1, 2013 - February 28, 2013
Completed: 7/10


1. 'F' is for February: Frostbite by Richelle Mead
2. Happy Birthday MountainKat!: On Dublin Street by Samantha Young (02/16)***
3. Geography: Crossed by Ally Condie (02/04)****
4. Groundhog Day: Cooper's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series, #485) (02/17)****
5. Superbowl Sunday: Reflected in You by Sylvia Day
6. Lunar New Year: Battle Royale by Koushun Takami
7. Valentine's Day: Reached by Ally Condie (02/11)***
8. Tell a Fairy Tale: Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Marie Moning (02/09)***
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Animal Magnetism by Jill Shalvis (02/15)****
10. Reader's Choice: Bedding Lord Ned by Sally MacKenzie (02/01)***

On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young Crossed (Matched, #2) by Ally Condie Cooper's Wife (Harlequin Historical Series, #485)  by Jillian Hart Reached (Matched, #3) by Ally Condie Beyond the Highland Mist (Highlander, #1) by Karen Marie Moning Animal Magnetism (Animal Magnetism, #1) by Jill Shalvis Bedding Lord Ned (Duchess of Love, #1) by Sally MacKenzie


message 369: by Amanda A (new)

Amanda A | 769 comments Completed 10/10


'F' is for February: Fade Away by Harlan Coben 2/14
Happy Birthday, Adele!: Tall, Dark and Hungry by Lynsay Sands 2/23
Geography (blue or white cover): Ashes and Ice by Rochelle Maya Callen 2/9
Groundhog Day (life-altering choices): Me Before You by Jojo Moyes 2/9
Superbowl Sunday: Making Him Sweat by Meg Maguire 2/18
Lunar New Year: The Taming of Mei Lin by Jeannie Lin 2/28
Valentine's Day: Living Violet by Jaime Reed 2/11
Tell a Fairy Tale Day (faeries): Changeling by Yasmine Galenorn 2/28
Chocolate Lovers' Month: Dream Lake by Lisa Kleypas 2/13
Reader's Choice: An Inconvenient Affair by Catherine Mann 2/4

Fade Away (Myron Bolitar, #3) by Harlan Coben Tall, Dark & Hungry (Argeneau, #4) by Lynsay Sands Ashes and Ice (Ashes and Ice, #1) by Rochelle Maya Callen Me Before You by Jojo Moyes Making Him Sweat (Harlequin Blaze #740) by Meg Maguire The Taming of Mei Lin (Tang Dynasty, #.5) by Jeannie Lin Living Violet (The Cambion Chronicles, #1) by Jaime Reed Changeling (Otherworld / Sisters of the Moon, #2) by Yasmine Galenorn Dream Lake (Friday Harbor, #3) by Lisa Kleypas An Inconvenient Affair (#1 The Alpha Brotherhood) by Catherine Mann


message 370: by Lynne (new)

Lynne (lovetoreadgal) | 1182 comments FEBRUARY
10 of 10 Complete!


1. “F”: Waiting for the Big One by P. G. Forte – 2/10
2. Happy B-Day Lady Jade!: In Bed with a Highlander by Maya Banks – 2/26
3. Israel: One Dance with the Sheikh by Tessa Radley (Middle East char.) – 2/2
4. Ground Hog Day: Ravished by a Highlander by Paula Quinn (historical) – 2/7
5. Superbowl Sunday: Any Man of Mine by Rachel Gibson (hockey) – 2/15
6. Lunar New Year: Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison (dragons) – 2/28
7. Valentine’s Day: Love To Love You Baby by Kasey Michaels (hearts) – 2/1
8. Fairy Tale Day: The Ugly Duchess by Eloisa James (Ugly Duckling) – 2/9
9. Chocolate Lovers’ Month: Always the Baker, Never the Bride by Sandra Bricker (cake baker) – 2/12
10. Reader's Choice: The Heir (Duke's Obsession, #1) by Grace Burrowes – 2/19

Complete:
Waiting for the Big One (LA Love Lessons, #1) by P.G. Forte In Bed with a Highlander (McCabe Trilogy, #1) by Maya Banks One Dance with the Sheikh by Tessa Radley Ravished by a Highlander (Children of the Mist, #1) by Paula Quinn Any Man of Mine (Chinooks Hockey Team, #6) by Rachel Gibson Dragon Bound (Elder Races, #1) by Thea Harrison Love To Love You Baby by Kasey Michaels The Ugly Duchess (Fairy Tales, #4) by Eloisa James Always the Baker, Never the Bride (Emma Rae Creations, #1) by Sandra D. Bricker The Heir (Duke's Obsession, #1) (Windham, #1) by Grace Burrowes


message 371: by [deleted user] (last edited Feb 28, 2013 07:56PM) (new)

Ty wrote
Arena, I have you down for only claiming 6 - categories 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. It's cool either way

The first book I finished was 2 happy birthday the message no 169


ɑƨħŵɑɡ ♥Team Magnus Damora FOREVER♥ (unheard) | 162 comments cutting it too close this month .. Congrats to all finishers xD

10/10 - Done (2/28)

1. 'F' is for February: Fix You by Marie Carr / 02.10
2. Happy Birthday!: (♥♥Asmaa♥♥) Something Like Normal by Trish Doller / 02.15
3. Geography: (blue cover) The Archived by Victoria Schwab / 02.28
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): (time-travel) The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger / 02.21
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): (sports-themed book) Flat-Out Sexy by Erin McCarthy / 02.09
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): (asian character or author) The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini / 02.28
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): ( high school sweethearts) That Boy by Jillian Dodd / 02.14
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): (fairy-tale retelling) Scarlet by Marissa Meyer / 02.27
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: (chocolate-theme) Seduction and Snacks by Tara Sivec / 02.07
10. Reader's Choice: Cross My Heart by Katie Klein / 02.03

Done:
Cross My Heart by Katie Klein Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers, #1) by Tara Sivec Flat-Out Sexy (Fast Track, #1) by Erin McCarthy Fix You (Second Chances, #1) by Mari Carr That Boy (That Boy, #1) by Jillian Dodd Something Like Normal by Trish Doller The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger Scarlet (Lunar Chronicles, #2) by Marissa Meyer The Archived (The Archived, #1) by Victoria Schwab The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini


message 373: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Arena wrote: "Ty wrote
Arena, I have you down for only claiming 6 - categories 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. It's cool either way

The first book I finished was 2 happy birthday the message no 169"


ah okay. got it now. Congrats!


message 374: by Ty (last edited Mar 01, 2013 06:25AM) (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Congratulations Amanda A, Lynne, and ɑƨħŵɑɡ!


message 375: by Shan ~A~ (last edited Feb 28, 2013 08:18PM) (new)

Shan ~A~ | 1830 comments I'm In!!! Struggled in January, but I it will be fun trying again.


February Monthly Reading Challenge

!!!!!Completed!!!!!!


1. 'F' is for February: Fantasy Lover by Sherrilyn Kenyon Finished 02/10
2. Happy Birthday! Saranda (Feb 17): The Duke is Mine by Elosia James Finished 02/01
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Marie Moning Finished 02/28
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): The Perfect Play (Play by Play #1) by Jaci Burton Finished 02/14
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Deadly Valentine (Valentine Mystery, #1)by Jenna Harte Finished 02/24
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26) The Ugly Duchess(Fairytales #4) by Eloisa James Finished 02/18
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Candy Store by Bella Andre Finished 02/25
10. Reader's Choice: Heart of Atlantis by Alyssa Day Finished 02/09

Progress: 8/8
Fantasy Lover (Dark-Hunter, #1) by Sherrilyn Kenyon The Duke Is Mine (Fairy Tales, #3) by Eloisa James Beyond the Highland Mist (Highlander, #1) by Karen Marie Moning The Perfect Play (Play by Play, #1) by Jaci Burton Deadly Valentine by Jenna Harte The Ugly Duchess (Fairy Tales, #4) by Eloisa James Candy Store by Bella Andre Heart of Atlantis (Warriors of Poseidon, #8) by Alyssa Day

Original message # 95


message 376: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments Laurie, Shea, Maria Helena, Arena, Lindy, Bookchaser, Valorie, Amanda A, Lynne, ɑƨħŵɑɡ and Shan!

Hope I haven't missed anyone.


message 377: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments February 2013 Monthly Reading Challenge
2/3 Completed

2. [image error] Saranda!
The Dark Highlander Karen Marie Moning

3.
The Highlander's Touch Karen Marie Moning 2/16

4.
Kiss of the Highlander Karen Marie Moning 2/28

8. "Faery" Tale Day
The Immortal Highlander Karen Marie Moning

10. My Choice
Spell of the Highlander Karen Marie Moning

The Dark Highlander (Highlander, #5) by Karen Marie Moning The Highlander's Touch (Highlander, #3) by Karen Marie Moning Kiss of the Highlander (Highlander, #4) by Karen Marie Moning The Immortal Highlander (Highlander, #6) by Karen Marie Moning Spell of the Highlander (Highlander, #7) by Karen Marie Moning



message 378: by Heather (new)

Heather (heathermb) | 48 comments Read: 10/10 COMPLETE


1. 'F' is for February: Fury of Fire 2/11

2. Happy Birthday Hina!: Witch Fire 2/9

3. Geography [blue or white cover]: Dark Awakening 2/11

4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Ghost Hunter 2/13

5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Flat-Out Sexy 2/6

6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Beastly Passion 2/9

7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): In the Company of Vampires 2/8

8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Dragon Rose 2/9

9. Chocolate Lovers' Month [guilty pleasure]: Comfort Food 2/21

10. Reader's Choice: Club Shadowlands 2/24

Read:
Fury of Fire (Dragonfury, #1) by Coreene Callahan Witch Fire (Elemental Witches, #1) by Anya Bast Dark Awakening (Dark Dynasties #1) by Kendra Leigh Castle Ghost Hunter (Harmony, #3) by Jayne Castle Flat-Out Sexy (Fast Track, #1) by Erin McCarthy Beastly Passion by Renee Field In the Company of Vampires (Dark Ones, #8) by Katie MacAlister Dragon Rose (Tales of the Latter Kingdoms, #2) by Christine Pope Comfort Food by Kitty Thomas Club Shadowlands (Masters of the Shadowlands, #1) by Cherise Sinclair


message 379: by Julianna (last edited Mar 01, 2013 11:41AM) (new)

Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1888 comments Final Update 3/1

1. 'F' is for February: Forbidden Falls by Robyn Carr (2/24)★★★★1/2

3. Geography: Zayed's Gift by Ann Jacobs (2/25)★★★★

4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): The Companion by Susan Squires (2/18)★★★★★

7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Angel Tears by Milan Cucuk (2/28)★★★★

9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: Wild and Willing by Joanne Rock (2/4)★★★

10. Reader's Choice: The Dark Hunter Companion by Sherrilyn Kenyon (2/12)★★★★

Completed 6/10
Forbidden Falls (Virgin River, #9) by Robyn Carr Zayed's Gift (Black Gold, #5) by Ann Jacobs The Companion (Companion, #1) by Susan Squires Angel Tears by Milan Cucuk Wild and Willing (Harlequin Blaze #54) by Joanne Rock The Dark-Hunter Companion (Dark-Hunter Universe) by Sherrilyn Kenyon


message 380: by Angi (new)

Angi (AngiR) I FINISHED IT!!!

February Monthly Reading Challenge
5/5 Completed


2. Happy Birthday, Ronyell!: It Had to Be You...2/23
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): Glamour...2/4
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Advertising for Love...2/19
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): Ascension...2/2
10. Reader's Choice: Mai Tai Butterfly...2/28


message 381: by [deleted user] (last edited Mar 01, 2013 03:32PM) (new)

February Monthly Reading Challenge
Duration: Feb 1 - Feb 28, 2013
Completed 8 /8: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
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month:The Wedding


The Perfect Rake (The Merridew Sisters, #1) by Anne Gracie Glitter by Ayla Starr Lord of Scoundrels (Scoundrels, #3) by Loretta Chase Kiss of the Highlander (Highlander, #4) by Karen Marie Moning Entice (Exquisite, #2) by Ella Frank Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord (Love By Numbers, #2) by Sarah MacLean North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell The Wedding (Lairds' Fiancées, #2) by Julie Garwood


message 382: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1842 comments 10/10 -- DONE!!!




1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.
Come Fly With Me (Alaskan Nights, #2) by Addison Fox Come Fly With Me - Addison Fox (Signet - Nov 2012) - Feb 8

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
Christmas Conspiracy by Robin Perini Christmas Conspiracy - Robin Perini (HI #1381 - Oct 2012) - Happy Birthday Joanne! - Feb 28

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.
Touch The Heavens by Eileen Nauman Touch the Heavens - Eileen Nauman (HT #51 - Mar 1985) (military) - Feb 8

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.
Wild for the Sheriff (The Sisters of Bell River Ranch, #1) by Kathleen O'Brien Wild for the Sheriff - Kathleen O'Brien (HS #1830 - Feb 2013) (choosing to go from a life on the road to settled in one place) - Feb 4

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.
Jacked Up (Fast Track, #6) by Erin McCarthy Jacked Up - Erin McCarthy (Berkley - June 2012) (NASCAR) - 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. 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.
A Trap So Tender by Jennifer Lewis A Trap So Tender - Jennifer Lewis (HD #2220 - Mar 2013) (Asian heroine) - Feb 26

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).
Sweet Home Colorado by C.C. Coburn Sweet Home Colorado - C. C. Coburn (HAR #1439 - Feb 2013) (high school sweethearts) - Feb 9

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.
The Ugly Duchess (Fairy Tales, #4) by Eloisa James The Ugly Duchess - Eloisa James (Avon - Sept 2012) - Feb 28

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
Sweet Stuff (Cupcake Club, #2) by Donna Kauffman Sweet Stuff - Donna Kauffman (Brava - Feb 2012) (cupcakes) - Feb 28

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Daddy Says, "I Do!" by Stacy Connelly Daddy Says, "I Do!" - Stacy Connelly (HSE #2250 - Mar 2013) - Feb 24


message 383: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Good job, Shan, Heather, Angela, and Susan!


message 384: by [deleted user] (last edited Mar 01, 2013 03:33PM) (new)

Ty wrote: "Good job, Shan, Heather, Angela, and Susan!"

Aw ! you forgot me ty :(


message 385: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ | 3901 comments READ: 10/10

✔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): The Trouble with J.J. - Tami Hoag (hero is professional football player) 2/20

✔6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): Stormdancer - Jay Kristoff (set in Japan) 2/13

✔7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Behemoth - Scott Westerfield (young adult) 2/8

✔8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): The Frog Prince - Jane Porter (fairy tale) 2/18

✔9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: The Sea of Tranquility - Katha Millay (heroine bakes constantly) 2/25

✔10. Reader's Choice: Romeo, Romeo - Robin Kaye 2/26

Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet (Charley Davidson, #4) by Darynda Jones Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor (Friday Harbor, #1) by Lisa Kleypas White Elephant Dead (Death on Demand, #11) by Carolyn Hart Shadow of Night (All Souls Trilogy, #2) by Deborah Harkness The Trouble with J.J. by Tami Hoag Stormdancer (The Lotus War, #1) by Jay Kristoff Behemoth (Leviathan, #2) by Scott Westerfeld The Frog Prince by Jane Porter The Sea of Tranquility by Katja Millay Romeo, Romeo (Domestic Gods, #1) by Robin Kaye

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


message 386: by Nicola (new)

Nicola | 649 comments February Monthly Reading Challenge - Participants
7/10


**1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or by an author whose first or last name begins with 'F'.

Porch Lights by Dorothea Benton Frank - 02/22/2013

**2. Happy Birthday to Me!:
Friday Night Knitting Club - 02/14/2013

**3. Geography: you may read a book with a predominantly blue or white cover.
The Boy in the Suitcase by Lene Kaaberbol and Agnette Friis


4.** Groundhog Day (Feb 2):. Read a book involving life-altering choices
While My Sister Sleeps by Barbara Delinsky

5.** Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): Are you ready for some footbaaaaaall! Read a story where the character is a musician.

Souvenir: A Novel by Therese Fowler -- 02/14/2013

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 a book about high school/college sweethearts.
Ties That Bind by Heather Huffman - 02/23/2013

Friday Night Knitting Club - 02/14/2013

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.
Last Kiss by LuAnn Rice - 02/28/2013
Ties That Bind by Heather Huffman Porch Lights by Dorothea Benton Frank While My Sister Sleeps by Barbara Delinsky Souvenir by Therese Fowler The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs The Boy in the Suitcase (Nina Borg, #1) by Lene Kaaberbøl Last Kiss by Luanne Rice


message 387: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Karen wrote: "Ty wrote: "Good job, Shan, Heather, Angela, and Susan!"

Aw ! you forgot me ty :("


ah okay. I noticed you went back and edited after I posted, but I have it straight now. Congrats!


message 388: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments Congrats Barbara ★!


Peeps: I will be posting the stats in a bit. Feel free to continue updating - it just won't be updated in the stats (which means NOTHING, because ALL OF YOU are special and wonderful people and deserve a medal for participating! You just won't be getting an actual medal :)


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Aiysha Duncan (sexyeasha123) | 16 comments Just finished the last one. I'm slightly late but better late then not


message 390: by Ty (last edited Mar 02, 2013 03:14PM) (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments End of the Month Stats
as of post 387

Once again, my disclaimer:
*please note that these stats include only those participants who have posted their progress. If you have only edited your original post, the info has not been captured. If you update after this post, the stats will not change. This is purely for fun facts only. You will not get a gold medal for winning. You will not be invalidated for not being listed (inadvertently). You all will deserve ice cream and chocolate.*


69 out of 91 (75.8%) participants have read at least 1 book
525 total books have been read
344 unique authors have been read
468 unique books have been read

Top 4 Books (there were too many tied for 5th)
The Ugly Duchess (Fairy Tales, #4) by Eloisa James The Ugly Duchess (6)
Fix You (Second Chances, #1) by Mari Carr Fix You (5)
Kiss of the Highlander (Highlander, #4) by Karen Marie Moning Kiss of the Highlander (5)
Fifteen Shades of Gay (For Pay) by T. Baggins Fifteen Shades of Gay (4)

Top 5 Authors
Karen Marie Moning (18) (I blame Adam Black.)
Maya Banks (12)
Belle Andre (9)
Christine Feehan (7)
J.R. Ward (7)


Category Breakdown:
1. 'F' is for February: 53 readers
2. Happy Birthday!: 50 readers
3. Geography: 54 readers
4. Groundhog Day (Feb 2): 62 readers
5. Superbowl Sunday (Feb 3): 43 readers
6. Lunar New Year (Feb 10): 40 readers
7. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): 58 readers
8. Tell a Fairy Tale Day (Feb 26): 50 readers
9. Chocolate Lovers' Month: 51 readers
10. Reader's Choice: 64 readers


10 books read:
~KarenH~
Amanda A
AndaM
Angie
Angie (Mind Malfunct)
ɑƨħŵɑɡ
Barbara ★
Bookchaser
Brandilyn
Ceej
Daffodil
Elizabeth
Erin
Ethel
Heather
Hina
Irina
Jane (PS)
Jojo
Katie
Katy
Laurie
Lynne
MountainKat
NayNay
Penney
Sassafrass
Susan
Suzanne
Tina Theresa
Ty
Valorie

8 books read:
Erin H
Jodi
Karen
Shan
Shell

7 books read:
~Melissa~
Arena
Fran
Makenzie
Nicola

6 books read:
Jane(Janelba)
Juana "Darkness"
Julie (Mom2lnb)
KarenF
Lindy
Sexyeasha123
Shyloh

5 books read:
Alley
Angela
BJ Rose
Breann
Davena
Gwnhwyfer
Joann
Juliet
Lacy
Marie Helena
Pam
Patty
Sandra
Shea
Wan

3 books read:
Katie G.
Mariana
Shannon

2 books read:
Katharina
Lisa


message 391: by Makenzie (new)

Makenzie (makenziefay) | 496 comments Look at you and your pretty stats, Ty! Great job everyone!!


message 392: by Ty (new)

Ty  | 1943 comments thanks! whew, it was a lot to keep track of.. but congratulations to everyone! (forgot to say that)


message 393: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments Heather, Julie, Angela, Karen, Susan, Barbara and Nicola!


message 394: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments Ty wrote: "Top 5 Authors
Karen Marie Moning (18)
(I blame Adam Black.)..."


I also blame Featured Author Challenge [image error].
FAC: Karen Marie Moning (February 2013).


message 395: by Nicola (new)

Nicola | 649 comments Since Ty has done such great stats this month I will not post mine. However if you would like to see your progress for the year (okay, okay - two months!) please look under Admin Stuff - Monthly Leaderboard for the link.

Happy Reading Everyone!


message 396: by Breann (new)

Breann | 398 comments Great stats Ty! My turn is coming... so I'll be knocking on your door for tips :)

WTG to the finishers!


message 397: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31593 comments Wow Ty! I know how much work that was! (I did similar stats in one PIFM, it almost did me in!) Pretty awesome though!


message 398: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 4260 comments Hooray, Bookchaser, Valorie, Amanda A, Lynne, ɑƨħŵɑɡ, Shan, Heather, Angela, Karen, Susan, Barbara & Sexyeasha123 !!!!!!!!!!!!


message 399: by Michelle (new)

Michelle (michelle_mc) | 670 comments I lost most of Feb to being in a reading funk, fingers crossed it's passed now & I'll do better in March.

1. F for February - The Fall - Marie Force 17/2
2. Happy Birthday Michelle! - Blaze
3. Geography Israel (armed forces) - Warrior - Zoe Archer 8/2
4. Time Travel/Historical - Claudy Conn
5. Sports book - Jaci Burton
6. Asian/Snakes/Dragons -
7. Young Love/Hearts -
8. Fairy tale or Fae - House Rules - Chloe Neill 17/2
9. Chocolate or Guilty Pleasure -
10. My Choice - Last Kiss Goodnight - Gena Showalter 3/2

The Fall by Marie Force Warrior (The Blades of the Rose, #1) by Zoe Archer House Rules (Chicagoland Vampires, #7) by Chloe Neill Last Kiss Goodnight (Otherworld Assassin, #1) by Gena Showalter


message 400: by ☀Rachael☀ (new)

☀Rachael☀ (jimbunni) Post 44 finished 10/10 in Feb but I forgot to update!


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