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My spot6/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owen, Chris Natural Disaster
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 10/2 3*
4. National Cookie Month: Brand New Flavor
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): With Caution finished 10/3 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Strength of the Pack
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Sky Is Dead finished 10/1 4.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): A Better Place finished 10/3 4*
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): With Abandon
10. Reader's Choice: The Road from Maryville finished 10/2 3*
I need to get caught up on my tbr books so I'm in. I have to go through and make my list for now. Since I wasn't too far in to Chasing Fire and I don't really remember what was going on I'm gonna reread the beginning and add it to the list.5. Fire Prevention Day. Chasing Fire
I'm going for 7 books this month2/7 Completed
6. Columbus Day: Into the Deep by Samantha Young - 10/2/2013 - ***
7. Sweetest Day: Damaged by H.M. Ward - 10/3/2013 - ***
October 2013 Monthly Challenges 4/101. 'O' is for October: The Moon and the Stars Constance O’Banyon 10/3
2. Member of the Month – Caroline Home to Stay Annie Jones pub. May 2011 10/3
3. Geography: Farmer-Finally a Family Carolyne Aarsen10/3
4. National Cookie Month: Passionate Chef, Ice Queen Boss Jennie Adams10/3
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Hometown Fireman Lissa Manley
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Angel’s Rest Emily March
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Groom by Arrangement Rhonda Gibson
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Running Wild Alison Fraser
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Breath of Magic Teresa Medeiros
10. Reader's Choice: Freedom’s Price Suzanne Brockmann
Read: 1/51. 'O' is for October: The Violet and the Tom
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Vanished
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Salvage
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Prey
10. Reader's Choice: Catch a Ghost 10/3/13 ★★☆☆☆
1/33. Idaho author Fit to Be Tied Robin Lee Hatcher
6. Columbus A Vote of Confidence Robin Lee Hatcher 10/03
7. Sweetest Day A Matter of Character Robin Lee Hatcher
My spot7/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owen, Chris Natural Disaster
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 10/2 3*
4. National Cookie Month: Brand New Flavor
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): With Caution finished 10/3 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Inestimable Blessings finished 10/3 2.5*
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Sky Is Dead finished 10/1 4.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): A Better Place finished 10/3 4*
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): With Abandon
10. Reader's Choice: The Road from Maryville finished 10/2 3*
Romance Readers October Monthly ChallengeDuration: October 1 - October 31
In for 5: 1/5 complete
1. 'O' is for October: On Ice- J.D Faver -- 10.3 - Done - 3.5*
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Breaking the Rules (Harlequin Blaze) - Tawny Weber
3. Geography: Wild Thing - Robin Kaye
4. National Cookie Month: Kiss the Cook - Jacquie D'Alessandro
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Wild Heat - Bella Andre
6. Columbus Day (October 14): In the Thrill of the Night - Candace Hern
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Lucky Charm - Marie Astor
8. National Nut Day (October 22): No Words - R. N. Adams
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Just One of Those Flings - Candace Hern
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
I'm in - love the categories Hina!Romance Readers October Monthly Challenge
Duration: October 1/13 - October 31/13
Not sure yet how many I will do... 7/? completed *edited post 10/18
1. 'O' is for October:
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: 2011-Muscling Through 10/3 (5*)
3. Geography:Jewelry on cover and water skiing outdoors- Jonesin' For Action 10/3 (4*)
4. National Cookie Month: Chef and tater tot addict- Eat Play Lust 10/4 (4*)
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9):female firefighter-Everything Bared
6. Columbus Day (October 14): A Little Too Far 10/14 (3.5*)
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Recommended by my friend
Sassy-Friday Afternoon 10/1 (5*)
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Football player- Play With Me 10/2 (5*)
9. Happy Halloween (October 31):Halloween party with costumes in story -Wait for You 10/17
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Romance Readers Reading ChallengesOctober Monthly Challenge
Duration: 10/1/13 - 10/31/13
2/10 Completed
1. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Here is the link to Caroline's Shelves Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
4. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Erotic Invitation (Midnight Fantasies) by Carly Phillips. Completed 10/2/13 *** (3 Stars)
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Fair Play by Deirdre Martin. Completed 10/3/13 *** (3 Stars)
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
.....................2/4 books read....................1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP
2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP
3. Idaho/Jewelry on cover....IRRESTISTIBLE by Mary
Balogh.
4. National Cookie Month:.....SKIP
5. Fire Prevention Day:...THE FIREMAN WHO LOVED ME by
Jennifer Bernard
6. Columbus Day/first book in series:...SKIP
7. Sweetest Day/Book recommended by friend:...PRIDE
MATES by Jenneifer Ashley or DRAGON BOUND by Thea
Harrison.
8. National Nut Day:...SKIP
9. Happy Halloween/PNR...ghost: MISCHIEF IN MUDBUG by
Jana Deleon...10-19-13
10. Reader's Choice:...LET LOVE FIND YOU by Johanna Lindsey...10-10-13
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3. Geography: Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione
4. National Cookie Month:
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Empire of Ivory by Naomi Novik
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8. National Nut Day (October 22): Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton
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Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force
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10. Reader's Choice:The Perfect Rake by Anne Gracie
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A Blood Seduction by Pamela Palmer
My spot8/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 10/2 3*
4. National Cookie Month: Brand New Flavor
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): With Caution finished 10/3 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Inestimable Blessings finished 10/3 2.5*
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Sky Is Dead finished 10/1 4.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): A Better Place finished 10/3 4*
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Nor Iron Bars a Cage
10. Reader's Choice: The Road from Maryville finished 10/2 3*
2013 October Monthly Challenge2/10 Completed
01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
An Outlaw's Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens
02. Member of the Month ~ Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
Captured by the Highlander by Julianne MacLean
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne by Madeline Hunter (jewelry)
OR
The Autumn Bride by Anne Gracie (jewelry)
OR
The Ranch Solution by Juliana Morris (rancher)
OR
A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker (rancher)
04. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
Can't Stand The Heat by Louisa Edwards
OR
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne
05. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
Always On My Mind by Jill Shalvis
OR
Under Fire by Jo Davis
06. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
07. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Moonlight Warrior by Janet Chapman
08. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force
OR
Body Check by Deirdre Martin
09. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
Leopard's Prey by Christine Feehan
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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1/101. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Here is the link to Caroline's Shelves Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
4. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Snowbound With the Soldier - Jennifer Faye (HR #4396 - Oct 2013) (sweet/clean) - Oct 48. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
October 2013 Monthly Challenge:In for 5 - 3/5 complete
1. 'O' is for October: On Ice- J.D Faver -- 10.3 - Done - 3.5*
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Breaking the Rules (Harlequin Blaze) - Tawny Weber
3. Geography: Wild Thing - Robin Kaye -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
4. National Cookie Month: Kiss the Cook - Jacquie D'Alessandro
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Wild Heat - Bella Andre -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): In the Thrill of the Night - Candace Hern
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Lucky Charm - Marie Astor
8. National Nut Day (October 22): No Words - R. N. Adams
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Just One of Those Flings - Candace Hern
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
3/10 complete1) "O" is for October
Jennifer L. Armentrout - Obsidian
2) A Book Published in 2011
Kendare Blake - Anna Dressed in Blood
3) Geography - Idaho
Catherine Anderson - Blue Skies
4) National Cookie Month
Sarah Addison Allen - Garden Spells
Read 10/2, 4.5*
5) Fire Prevention Day
Nora Roberts - Chasing Fire
6) Columbus Day
John Flanagan - The Outcast (Brotherband Chronicles 1)
Read 10/5, 4.5*
7) Sweetest Day
Julie Kagawa - The Iron King
8) National Nut Day
Susan Elizabeth Phillips - Natural Born Charm
9) Happy Halloween
J.R.Ward - Lover at Last
10) Reader´s Choice
Jojo Moyes - Me Bofore You
Read 10/1, 5*
2/101. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Here is the link to Caroline's Shelves Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
4. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
The Christmas Baby Surprise - Shirley Jump (HR #4398 - Oct 2013) (book 1) - Oct 57. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Snowbound With the Soldier - Jennifer Faye (HR #4396 - Oct 2013) (sweet/clean) - Oct 48. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
RRRC October 2013 Challenge1/3 Completed
1. Idaho: Val Roberts - The Valmont Contingency
2. Happy Halloween: Ritual Magic
3. Choice: Deception Cove 1/10/13 ★★★★
I'm going for 7 books this month3/7 Completed
6. Columbus Day: Into the Deep by Samantha Young - 10/2/2013 - ***
7. Sweetest Day: Damaged by H.M. Ward - 10/3/2013 - ***
3. Geography: The Perfect Poison by Amanda Quick - 10/5/2013 - **
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3. Geography: Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione
4. National Cookie Month:
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Empire of Ivory by Naomi Novik
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10. Reader's Choice:The Perfect Rake by Anne Gracie
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A Blood Seduction by Pamela Palmer
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Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton
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1. 'O' is for October: Offside by Juliana Stone
2. Member of the Month – Caroline:
3. Geography - Idaho: Right Here Waiting by Tarra Young
4. National Cookie Month: Beauty and the Feast by Julia Rachel Barrett
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Backdraft by Cher Carson
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Angels' Blood by Nalini Singh
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Message Received by Rosemarie Naramore
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): The Mating by Nicky
10. Reader's Choice: The Watcher by Jo Robertson
I'm done! October 2013 Monthly Challenges 10/10
1. 'O' is for October: The Moon and the Stars Constance O’Banyon 10/3
2. Member of the Month – Caroline Home to Stay Annie Jones pub. May 2011 10/3
3. Geography: Farmer-Finally a Family Carolyne Aarsen10/3
4. National Cookie Month: Passionate Chef, Ice Queen Boss Jennie Adams10/3
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Hometown Fireman Lissa Manley 10/4
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Angel’s Rest Emily March 10/4
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Groom by Arrangement Rhonda Gibson 10/4
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Running Wild Alison Fraser 10/4
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Breath of Magic Teresa Medeiros 10/4
10. Reader's Choice: Freedom’s Price Suzanne Brockmann 10/4
RRRC October 2013 Challenge2/3 Completed
1. Idaho: Val Roberts - The Valmont Contingency
2. Happy Halloween: Ritual Magic 7/10/13 ★★★★★
3. Choice: Deception Cove 1/10/13 ★★★★
My spot9/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 10/2 3*
4. National Cookie Month: Brand New Flavor
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): With Caution finished 10/3 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Inestimable Blessings finished 10/3 2.5*
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Sky Is Dead finished 10/1 4.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): A Better Place finished 10/3 4*
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Nor Iron Bars a Cage finished 10/6 4*
10. Reader's Choice: The Road from Maryville finished 10/2 3*
Brandilyn wrote: "My spot9/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 1..."
I swear Brandilyn I am so jealous of how much time you've had to read lately! Either that or your the biggest speed demon ever! :D
Shelby wrote: "Brandilyn wrote: "My spot9/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good ..."
I honestly don't know how I have made it through this many books so far this month. I feel woefully behind.
Brandilyn wrote: "My spot9/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 1..."
One more to go Brandilyn!!! I don't even want to know if this is you slowing down and being behind. LOL.
2/10 Complete2. Member of the Month: Caroline – Steele, Danielle; Accident
3. Geography- Dafoe, Sierra; The Boys Back Home (set in Idaho)
4. National Cookie Month – Matthewson, R.L.; Playing for Keeps (list-Foodie Romances)
5. Fire Prevention Day – Shay, Kathryn; In Too Deep (FREE on Amazon!)
6. Columbus Day- Bromberg, K.; Driven (First in Series)
7. Sweetest Day – Moore, Leigh Talbert; The Truth About Letting Go
8. National Nut Day – Kenneally, Miranda; Catching Jordan
10. Reader's Choice – Desrochers, Lisa; A Little Too Far
2/?3. Idaho author Fit to Be Tied Robin Lee Hatcher 10/06
6. Columbus A Vote of Confidence Robin Lee Hatcher 10/03
7. Sweetest Day A Matter of Character Robin Lee Hatcher
2013 October Monthly Challenge3/10 Completed
01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
An Outlaw's Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens
02. Member of the Month ~ Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
Captured by the Highlander by Julianne MacLean
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne by Madeline Hunter (jewelry)
OR
The Autumn Bride by Anne Gracie (jewelry)
OR
The Ranch Solution by Juliana Morris (rancher)
OR
A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker (rancher)
04. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
Can't Stand The Heat by Louisa Edwards
OR
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne
05. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
Always On My Mind by Jill Shalvis
OR
Under Fire by Jo Davis
06. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
07. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Moonlight Warrior by Janet Chapman
08. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force
OR
Body Check by Deirdre Martin
09. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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RRRC OCTOBER MONTHLY CHALLENGE:October 1st - 31st 2013
COMPLETED 1/5-Updated 10/7/13
1. "O" is for October: Tell Me Olivia Cunning
3. Geography: The Art of Racing in the Rain
6. Columbus Day: Reckless
9. Happy Halloween:
10. Reader's Choice: Covet
October 2013 Monthly Challenge:In for 5 - 3/5 complete
1. 'O' is for October: On Ice- J.D Faver -- 10.3 - Done - 3.5*
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Breaking the Rules (Harlequin Blaze) - Tawny Weber
3. Geography: Wild Thing - Robin Kaye -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
4. National Cookie Month: Kiss the Cook - Jacquie D'Alessandro
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Wild Heat - Bella Andre -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): In the Thrill of the Night - Candace Hern
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Lucky Charm - Marie Astor
8. National Nut Day (October 22): No Words - R. N. Adams
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Just One of Those Flings - Candace Hern
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
RRRC Monthly Reading Challenge - October 8/10 read
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10. Reader's Choice:The Perfect Rake by Anne Gracie
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A Blood Seduction by Pamela Palmer
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Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton
October 2013 Monthly Challenge
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2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Her Last Letter by nancy C Johnson
3. Geography - Idaho: Right Here Waiting by Tarra Young
4. National Cookie Month: Beauty and the Feast by Julia Rachel Barrett
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Backdraft by Cher Carson
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Angels' Blood by Nalini Singh
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Message Received by Rosemarie Naramore
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): The Mating by Nicky
10. Reader's Choice: The Watcher by Jo Robertson
4/10 complete1) "O" is for October
Jennifer L. Armentrout - Obsidian
Read 10/7, 5*
2) A Book Published in 2011
Kendare Blake - Anna Dressed in Blood
3) Geography - Idaho
Catherine Anderson - Blue Skies
4) National Cookie Month
Sarah Addison Allen - Garden Spells
Read 10/2, 4.5*
5) Fire Prevention Day
Nora Roberts - Chasing Fire
6) Columbus Day
John Flanagan - The Outcast (Brotherband Chronicles 1)
Read 10/5, 4.5*
7) Sweetest Day
Julie Kagawa - The Iron King
8) National Nut Day
Susan Elizabeth Phillips - Natural Born Charm
9) Happy Halloween
J.R.Ward - Lover at Last
10) Reader´s Choice
Jojo Moyes - Me Bofore You
Read 10/1, 5*
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10. Reader's Choice:The Perfect Rake by Anne Gracie
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A Blood Seduction by Pamela Palmer
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Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton
RRRC Monthly ChallengeOctober 1-31, 2013
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1. O = On a Wild Night by Stephanie Laurens
2. Caroline's shelves: The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs
3. Jewelry on cover: The Devil's Necklace by Kat Martin
4. SKIP
5. The Great Chicago Fire: The Hostage by Susan Wiggs
√ 6. New author I discovered: Bella Andre: The Look of Love - 10.03
√ 7. Sweet or clean romance: Highlander for the Holidays by Janet Chapman - 10.05
8. SKIP
9. PNR: Leopard's Prey by Christine Feehan
√ 10. Reader's Choice: Much Ado About Rogues by Kasey Michaels - 10.08
My spot10/10 Complete
1. 'O' is for October: Owens, Zarha Floods and Drought finished 10/4 3*
2. Member of the Month (2011): Kindred Hearts finished 10/2 3*
3. Geography: Good to Know finished 10/2 3*
4. National Cookie Month: Midnight Muffins finished 10/8 3.5*
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): With Caution finished 10/3 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Inestimable Blessings finished 10/3 2.5*
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Sky Is Dead finished 10/1 4.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): A Better Place finished 10/3 4*
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Nor Iron Bars a Cage finished 10/6 4*
10. Reader's Choice: The Road from Maryville finished 10/2 3*
4/10 Complete2. Member of the Month: Caroline – Steele, Danielle; Accident
3. Geography- Dafoe, Sierra; The Boys Back Home (set in Idaho)
4. National Cookie Month – Matthewson, R.L.; Playing for Keeps (list-Foodie Romances)
6. Columbus Day- Bromberg, K.; Driven (First in Series)
7. Sweetest Day – Moore, Leigh Talbert; The Truth About Letting Go
8. National Nut Day – Kenneally, Miranda; Catching Jordan
RRRC Monthly Reading Challenge - October Congrats Brandilyn! :)
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I'm in for 8.2/8 Read
O for October: Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout
Hello Caroline! The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks
Idaho: Instant Attraction by Jill Shalvis
National Cookie Month: Red Velvet Revenge by Jenn McKinlay
Fire Prevention Day: The Hostage by Susan Wiggs (set during the Great Chicago Fire)
Columbus Day:
Happy Halloween: South of Surrender by Laura Kaye
My Choice:
Unread:
Read:
October 2013 Monthly Challenge:In for 5 - 4/5 complete
1. 'O' is for October: On Ice- J.D Faver -- 10.3 - Done - 3.5*
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Breaking the Rules (Harlequin Blaze) - Tawny Weber
3. Geography: Wild Thing - Robin Kaye -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
4. National Cookie Month: Kiss the Cook - Jacquie D'Alessandro
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Wild Heat - Bella Andre -- 10.4 - Done - 4*
6. Columbus Day (October 14): In the Thrill of the Night - Candace Hern
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Lucky Charm - Marie Astor -- 10.8 - Done - 2.5*
8. National Nut Day (October 22): No Words - R. N. Adams
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Just One of Those Flings - Candace Hern
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
2013 October Monthly Challenge4/10 Completed
01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
An Outlaw's Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens
02. Member of the Month ~ Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagara Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
The Surrender of Miss Fairbourne by Madeline Hunter (jewelry)
OR
The Autumn Bride by Anne Gracie (jewelry)
OR
The Ranch Solution by Juliana Morris (rancher)
OR
A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker (rancher)
04. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
Can't Stand The Heat by Louisa Edwards
OR
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne
05. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
Always On My Mind by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Mighty Quinns: Dylan by Kate Hoffmann
OR
Under Fire by Jo Davis
06. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
07. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Moonlight Warrior by Janet Chapman
08. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force
OR
Body Check by Deirdre Martin
09. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
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2013 October Monthly ChallengeDuration: October 1 ~ October 31, 2013
6/10 Read
1. 'O' is for..:
2. Hi Caroline!: To Die For by Linda Howard
3. Land of Potatoes:
4. COOKIES!!!: A Little Harmless Pleasure by Melissa Schroeder
5. Fire Fighters...Yum:
6. Pleasant Discoveries:
7. Sweet Advice:
8. Health Nuts: Chasing Perfect by Susan Mallery
9. Boo!:
10. Thanks Jessica!: Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts
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2. Member of the Month – Caroline: The Executive's Decision by Bernadette Marie[2.10.]
9. Happy Halloween (October 31):Crave by J.R. Ward[3.10.]
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Wait for You by J. Lynn[4.10.]
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Slammed by Colleen Hoover----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. 'O' is for October: Odalisque by Annabel Joseph
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Once and Always by Judith McNaught
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3. Geography: Passion Unleashed by Larissa Ione
4. National Cookie Month:
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Empire of Ivory by Naomi Novik
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8. National Nut Day (October 22): Taking a Shot by Jaci Burton
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Line of Scrimmage by Marie Force
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10. Reader's Choice:The Perfect Rake by Anne Gracie
or
A Blood Seduction by Pamela Palmer