2014 February Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread

[BJ Rose]

RRRC Monthly Challenge
February 1 - 28, 2014

5/6

1. F = Feehan, Christine: Dark Storm
2. February 2003: Sweet Release by Pamela Clare
√ 3. 3rd in series: A Texan's Luck by Jodi Thomas - 2.09
√ 4. 3 words in title: The Texan's Reward by Jodi Thomas - 2.02
5. Baker in B&B: Murder on the Rocks by Karen MacInerny
√ 6. Any Romance Book: The Last Wicked Scoundrel by Lorraine Heath - 2.05
√ 7. Pet: Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly - 2.13
8. Witch: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
9. Recommended by GR Friend: Heaven and Earth by Nora Roberts
√ 10. Reader's Choice: When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa James - 2.04

[Isha]

Carla wrote: "Books 3/3 COMPLETED

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Romance book Eyes of Silver, Eyes of Gold2-4-14

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): main character has a dog [book:Shotgun Bride|6070114..."

Congrats Carla!

[Ethel]

RRRC - Monthly Challenge: February 2014

5/10 read

[2.2.] 6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Warlord Wants Forever by Kresley Cole
[5.2.] 1. 'F' is for February: Brother's Keeper by Elizabeth Finn
[9.2.] 2. Member of the Month: Amaury's Hellion by Tina Folsom
[12.2.] 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Ten Tiny Breaths by K.A. Tucker
[14.2.] 9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Frigid by J. Lynn

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3. Geography: Before Jamaica Lane by Samantha Young
4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Edge of Disaster by A.M. Hargrove
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Hot in Here by Sophie Renwick
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7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Storm Front by Jim Butcher
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10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

[Gwnhwyfer]

RRRC February Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 28 February 2014
Completed: 4/?
Not sure how many I'll complete, but hoping for at least 5 ;)

✔1. 'F' is for February: Blood Oath by Christopher Farnsworth (3 Feb)
✔2. Member of the Month (Amy ~Lover of Books~): One Piece, Volume 01: Romance Dawn by Eiichrio Oda (13 Feb)
✔3. Geography: (white cover) A History of the World in Six Glasses by Tom Standage (3 Feb)
✔4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): (3 words in title) Body Of Lies by Iris Johansen (8 Feb)
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5):
6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20):
8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20):
9. International Friendship Week (Feb 22-28):
10. Reader's Choice:

[5][6][7][8][9][10]

[Stephanie]

February Monthly Challenge
Completed: 3/10

1. 'F' is for February: Dark Prince by Christine Feehan

2. Member of the Month: The Conqueror by Brenda Joyce

3. Geography: Burning Wild by Christine Feehan

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Bad Boys Do by Victoria Dahl

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Shelter Mountain by Robyn Carr 02/12/2014

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts 02/08/2014

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Getting Rid of Bradley by Jennifer Crusie 02/09/2014

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Enchanted, Inc. by Shanna Swendson

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): The Mighty Storm by Samantha Towle

10. Reader's Choice: Dark Rider by Iris Johansen

[Rissa]

Romance Readers Reading Challenges - 2014 February Monthly Challenge 9/10 read
FINISHED - 2/14/2014! :)

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'. Falling for Archie finished 2/3/2014

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Here is the link to Amy's shelves. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year. Bob the Book finished 2/6/2014

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
Read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series. Higher Learning finished 2/8/2014

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title /series title Better Than Good finished 2/14/2014

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover Cupcakes and Love: Couples and Romance finished 2/2/2014

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book . Love is... finished 2/3/2014

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover . Hairy Harry's Car Seat finished 2/3/2014

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) - read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch Hawk 'n' Harley finished 2/11/2014

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): read a book that has a friend to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member. Walk With Me finished 2/9/2014

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice . Cupids and Wardrobe Malfunctions finished 2/1/2014

[Leeann]

Finished! Thanks for the challenge :)

I'm in for 5!

RRRC: February 2014 Monthly Challenge
Date: 02/01/14 - 02/28/14
5/5 Completed

1. 'F' is for February: Forgiven but not Forgotten? by Abby Green 2/1***

4. The Day the Music Died Day: a book that has only 3 words in the title
Less Than Zero by Bret Easton Ellis 2/5**

6. Valentine's Day: Big Sky Mountain by Linda Lael Miller 2/9 ***

7. Love Your Pet Day: Killing Cupid by Laura Levine 2/1 ***

10. Reader's Choice: Bad Monkey 2/14***

[Gwnhwyfer]

RRRC February Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 28 February 2014
Completed: 5/?
Completed 5, now trying for 8 (it's only the middle of the month, after all... ;)

✔1. 'F' is for February: Blood Oath by Christopher Farnsworth (3 Feb)
✔2. Member of the Month (Amy ~Lover of Books~): One Piece, Volume 01: Romance Dawn by Eiichrio Oda (13 Feb)
✔3. Geography: (white cover) A History of the World in Six Glasses by Tom Standage (3 Feb)
✔4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): (3 words in title) Body Of Lies by Iris Johansen (8 Feb)
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5):
✔6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Waking Up Married by Mira Lyn Kelly (14 Feb)
7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20):
8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20):
9. International Friendship Week (Feb 22-28):
10. Reader's Choice:

[5] [7][8][9][10]

[Gwnhwyfer]

Congrats Rissa and Leeann! ;)

[Rissa]

Gwnhwyfer wrote: "Congrats Rissa and Leeann! ;)"

Thanks Gwnhwyfer! :) I like this challenge! Can't wait for next month's! Good luck to you, 3 more to go and you are right! Still only the middle of the month, plenty of time!

[Isha]

Way to go Rissa and Leeann!!!

[Isha]

Gwnhwyfer wrote: "RRRC February Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 28 February 2014
Completed: 5/?
Completed 5, now trying for 8 (it's only the middle of the month, after all... ;)

✔1. 'F' is for February: [book:Blood..."


Congrats on completing 5 Gwnhwyfer, plenty of time to get in more.

[Katie]

6/10 read


1. F is for February - Falling Off the Face of the Earth - 2/8
2. Member of the Month - Tangled - 2/16
3. Geography - The Twelve Days of Randy - 2/2
4. The Day the Music Died Day - This Red Rock - 2/2
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day - Sweet Treats
6. Valentine's Day - The Heat Is On
7. Love Your Pet Day - Got Your Back - 2/8
8. Harry Potter Day - Texas Heat
9. International Friendship Week - A Cowboy's Promise
10. Reader's Choice - Accompanied by a Waltz - 2/11

[Breann]

Read: 8/?


1. 'F' is for February: Fettered

2. Member of the Month: Giving In (Feb) 2.1 ★★★☆☆

3. Geography: Home Work

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Die For Me 2.12 ★☆☆☆☆

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Starfish and Coffee 2.2 ★★★☆☆

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Hot Ticket - A Serving Love Story 2.1 ★★★☆☆

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): I Was An Alien Cat Toy 2.6 ★★★★☆

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Harry Potter and the Bound Prince 2.9 ★★★☆☆

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Sixty Five Hours 2.16 ★★★★☆

10. Reader's Choice: An Intrepid Trip to Love 2.9 ★★★★☆

[Kaity]

Finished! :)
10/10 Completed

1. 'F' is for February: Dark Prince by Christine Feehan (Feb 5 - Feehan)
2. Member of the Month: Second Grave on the Left by Darynda Jones (Feb 2 - On Amy's shelf)
3. Geography: Seven Years to Sin by Sylvia Day (Feb 12 - White cover)
4. The Day the Music Died Day: About Last Night by Ruthie Knox (Feb 10 - Three words in the title)
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day: Sweet Talk by Susan Mallery (Feb 2 - Family owns a bakery)
6. Valentine's Day: Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs by Molly Harper (Feb 8 - Paranormal romance)
7. Love Your Pet Day: Until Trevor by Aurora Rose Reynolds (Feb 16 - MCs have a pet dog)
8. Harry Potter Day: Finding Magic by Stacia Kane (Feb 5 - Chess is a witch)
9. International Friendship Week: The Secret of Ella and Micha by Jessica Sorensen (Feb 6 - Friends to lovers)
10. Reader's Choice: Lick by Kylie Scott (Feb 9)

[Isha]

Congrats Kait!

[Bookchaser]

2014 February Monthly Challenge

6/10 Completed


01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Finger Lickin' Fifteen by Janet Evanovich
OR
Fair Play by Deirdre Martin
02. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.
Deception Cove by Jayne Castle 02/13/14
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
Read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series.
If I Had You by Lynn Kurland 02/09/14
04. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - Read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title.
Dark Warrior Untamed by Alexis Morgan 02/04/14
05. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover.
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne
06. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Big Sky Secrets by Linda Lael Miller
07. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.
The Other Side of Us by Sarah Mayberry 02/16/14
08. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch.
The Best Bride by Susan Mallery
OR
Fireside by Susan Wiggs
09. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Read a book that has a friends to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.
Three Little Words by Susan Mallery 02/05/14
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Christmas on 4th Street by Susan Mallery 02/12/14

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[Deborah]

February 2014 Reading Challenge
Duration: Feb. 1st - Feb. 28th
5/10 Completed

1. 'F' is for February: First Drop of Crimson (Night Huntress World, #1) by Jeaniene Frost

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~ Lover of Books ~ Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor

3. Geography: Destined to Fly (Avalon Trilogy, #3) by Indigo Bloome

* 4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb. 3): Collide (The Secret Life of Trystan Scott, #1) by H. M. Ward - finished 2/3/14 (4 Stars)

* 5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb. 5): Recipe for Love (The Cupcake Diaries, #2) by Darlene Panzera - finished 2/4/14 (4 Stars)

* 6. Valentine's Day (Feb. 14): Taste of Romance (The Cupcake Diaries, #3) by Darlene Panzera - finished 2/6/14 (4 Stars)

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb. 20): Just One of the Guys by Kristan Higgins

* 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb. 20): The Warlord Wants Forever (Immortals After Dark, #1) by Kresley Cole - finished 2/8/14

9. International Friendship Week (Feb. 22 - 28): Scandalous 2 (Scandalous, #2) by H. M. Ward

* 10. Reader's Choice: Melting the Ice (Play by Play, #7) by Jaci Burton - finished 2/15/14 (5 Stars)

[LaurLa]

February 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge

8/10 Completed... 2 more to go!!!

✔1. 'F' is for February:
Falling For Nick - Joleen James
Done - 02.08 - ★★★1/2

2. Member of the Month-Amy ~Lover of Books~:
Truly, Madly - Heather Webber

✔3. Geography:
About That Night - Julie James (third in a series)
Done - 02.13 - ★★★★

✔4. The Day the Music Died Day:
The Edge of Always - J.A. Redmerski (main characters sing)
Done - 02.04 - ★★★★

✔5. National Chocolate Fondue Day:
There's Only Been You - Donna Marie Rogers (main character is a baker)
Done - 02.10 - ★★★

✔6. Valentine's Day:
That Boy - Jillian Dodd
Done - 02.08 - ★★★

7. Love Your Pet Day:
Beguiled Again - Patricia Burroughs (main character has a parrot)

✔8. Harry Potter Day:
High Stakes Gamble - Mimi Barbour (main character has a baby)
Done - 02.03 - ★★★

✔9. International Friendship Week:
Ready or Not - Carol Schede (friends to lovers)
Done - 02.14 - ★★★

✔10. Reader's Choice:
Vegas Shuffle - Mimi Barbour
Done - 02.03 - ★★★

[Ethel]

RRRC - Monthly Challenge: February 2014

Congrats to all finishers so far! :)

8/10 read

[2.2.] 6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Warlord Wants Forever by Kresley Cole
[5.2.] 1. 'F' is for February: Brother's Keeper by Elizabeth Finn
[9.2.] 2. Member of the Month: Amaury's Hellion by Tina Folsom
[12.2.] 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Ten Tiny Breaths by K.A. Tucker
[14.2.] 9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Frigid by J. Lynn
[15.2.] 5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Hot in Here by Sophie Renwick
[16.2.] 4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Edge of Disaster by A.M. Hargrove
[16.2.] 7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Storm Front by Jim Butcher

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3. Geography: Before Jamaica Lane by Samantha Young
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10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

[Tina Theresa]

8/8 DONE

1. 'F' is for February: Fighting For Irish 2/4
2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Slave to Sensation 2/6
3. Geography: SKIP
4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): The Art Forger 2/3
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - SKIP
6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Until There Was You 2/5
7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Wonder 2/10
8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) - Royal Street 2/8
9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Be with Me 2/17
10. Reader's Choice: Holiday in Death 2/17

[Desperado]

February 2014 RRRC Monthly Challenge
Goal: 6/8 Completed

1. "F" Read: Facade by Nyrae Dawn ★★★☆☆ 2/17
2. MotM~Amy: Love in the Time of Global Warming by Francesca Lia Block ★★★☆☆ 2/11
3. Bulgaria: Surrender to the Devil by Lorraine Heath ★★★★☆ 2/5
4. Rock On: All Our Yesterdays by Cristin Terrill
6. Valentine's Day: Steal the Light by Lexi Blake ★★★☆☆ 2/4
8. Harry Potter: Caged Warrior by Lindsey Piper ★★★☆☆ 2/8
9. Friends 4EVA: TBD
10. Reader's Choice: My Lady Quicksilver by Bec McMaster ★★★★☆ 2/12

TBD

[Susan]

8/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
From Ruin to Riches - Louise Allen (HH #1169 - Jan 2014) - Feb 3

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Here is the link to Amy's shelves. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.
Celebration's Family - Nancy Robards Thompson (HSE #2315 - Feb 2014) - Feb 9

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
You can also read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series.
When Summer Comes - Brenda Novak (Mira - Feb 2013) (third in series) - Feb 6

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title
Secret Agent Secretary - Melissa Cutler (HRS #1786 - Jan 2014) (three words in title) - Feb 4

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Once Upon a Valentine - Allison Leigh (HSE #2311 - Feb 2014) - Feb 8

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.
The Real Mr. Right - Karen Templeton (HSE #2313 - Feb 2014) (dog) - Feb 5

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) - read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch
A Callahan Christmas Miracle - Tina Leonard (HAR #1473 - Nov 2013) (triplets) - Feb 2

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): read a book that has a friend to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.
For the Sake of Their Son - Catherine Mann (HD #2275 - Jan 2014) (friends to lovers) - Feb 17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

[Penney]

February Monthly Challenge ~ 2014
Duration: Feb 1 ~ Feb 31
7/10 Read

1. 'F' is for...:Friends Without Benefits by Penny Reid
2. Hi Amy~Lover of Books!: The Wise Man's Fear by Patrick Rothfuss 2/13 ✯✯✯✯✯
3. Bulgaria: The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion 2/14 ✯✯✯✯✯
4. The Day The Music Died: Rock Chick Rescue by Kristen Ashley 2/16 ✯✯✯½
5. Chocolate Fondue Day: Delicious by Sherry Thomas 2/12 ✯✯✯✯
6. Valentine's Day: Mr. Perfect by Linda Howard 2/4 ✯✯✯✯
7. Love Your Pet Day: How to Run with a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper 2/17 ✯✯✯✯
8. Harry Potter Day: Dark Witch by Nora Roberts
9. BFF Week, Thanks Ty!: Archangel's Legion by Nalini Singh 2/10 ✯✯✯✯½
10. Thanks for the rec Diane!: Maybe This Time by Jennifer Crusie

[Lacy]

4/8

3. Geography: One False Move - 2/3/14 - ★★★★★

7. Love Your Pet Day: Dogs and Goddesses - 2/5/14 - ★★★★

8. Harry Potter Day: Divergent - 2/12- ★★★★★

2. Member of the Month: Black Hills - 2/16 - ★★★★

[Fran, Moderator]

February Monthly Challenge
Not sure yet how many I will be able to get to....hoping for 7.

7/7 Done! I may try for more....

1. 'F' is for February: First Ink2/4 (4*)
2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ Feb.-The V-Day Aversion 2/3 (3.5*)
3. Geography: On tbr for over 2 years- He's So Shy
4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3):3 words in title-Elements of Retrofit2/9
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Some Like It Spicy
6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):The Mile High Club 2/17
7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20):(my copy has the old cover with a monkey on cover. New edition has a little animal face on it. Sock it to Me, Santa! 2/13
8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) -An Intrepid Trip to Love 2/6
9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28):Before Jamaica Lane 2/15
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

[jingles]

Finished up my challenge this morning.

Here is the update:

RRRC: February 2014 Monthly Challenge
Date: 02/01/14 - 02/28/14
10/10 Completed

✔1. 'F' is for February:
Read a book that starts with 'F'.
French Pressed by Cleo Coyle - 02/10/14

✔2. Member of the Month - Amy ~Lover of Books:
Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves.
Red Lily by Nora Roberts - 02/04/14

✔3. Geography - Bulgaria:
Read a book third in a series.
Tripwire by Lee Child - 02/02/14

✔4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3):
Read a book that has only 3 words in the title.
The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks - 02/05/14

✔5. National Chocolate Fondue Day:
Read a book with food on the cover.
If Fried Chicken Could Fly by Paige Shelton - 02/01/14

✔6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):
This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Romeo, Romeo by Robin Kaye - 02/08/14

✔7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet.
The Anatomist's Apprentice by Tessa Harris - 02/15/14

✔8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20):
Read a book that has a child in the story.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley - 02/17/14

✔9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28):
Read a book that has a friend to lovers theme.
Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone - 02/11/14

✔10. Reader's Choice:
Read any book of your choice.
Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie - 02/06/14

✿✿✿✿✿✿CHALLENGE COMPLETED 02/17/14✿✿✿✿✿✿

[Joann]

RRRC February Monthly Challenge

Duration: February 1, 2014 - February 28, 2014:

6/6 Read

Challenge Complete 02.17.14

1. 'F' is for February: First Drop of Crimson by Jeaniene Frost, 02.11.14 ★★★★
2. Geography (TBD 03.23.12): Nearly Departed in Deadwood by Ann Charles, 02.07.14 ★★★
3. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Heart of Obsidian by Nalini Singh, 02.12.14 ★★★★★
4. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): Dark Witch by Nora Roberts, 02.04.14 ★★★★
5. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Changes by Jim Butcher, 02.17.14 ★★★★★+
6. Reader's Choice: Pelican Point by Donna Kauffman, 02.06.14 ★★★★★

[Mary Ann]

Completed 6/8

1. 'F' is for February: Fighting to Forgive by JD Salsbury 2/14

2. Member of the Month:or a book published in February of any year:Rush by Maya Banks


4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): 3 words in the title/series title:No Way Back by Chloe Adams 2/12

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14):any romance book-When It Rains by Lisa De Jong 2/6

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20):book that has an animal on the cover-Crow's Row by Julie Hockley2/5

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) -has a child in the story-Take This Regret

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): friend to lovers theme-Falling Into Infinity 2/9

10. Reader's Choice: Unbeautifully by Madeline Sheehan 2/2

[Bookchaser]

2014 February Monthly Challenge

7/10 Completed


01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Finger Lickin' Fifteen by Janet Evanovich
OR
Fair Play by Deirdre Martin
02. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.
Deception Cove by Jayne Castle 02/13/14
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
Read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series.
If I Had You by Lynn Kurland 02/09/14
04. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - Read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title.
Dark Warrior Untamed by Alexis Morgan 02/04/14
05. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover.
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne
06. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Big Sky Secrets by Linda Lael Miller 02/18/14
07. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.
The Other Side of Us by Sarah Mayberry 02/16/14
08. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch.
The Best Bride by Susan Mallery
OR
Fireside by Susan Wiggs
09. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Read a book that has a friends to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.
Three Little Words by Susan Mallery 02/05/14
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Christmas on 4th Street by Susan Mallery 02/12/14

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[Mahyar]

Why cant we update comments on the iphone app? im finished with 2 of them and im already halfway through the third, will update my post as soon as I have access to a computer.

[Daffodil]

Wow, I finished with time to spare.

RRRC February 2014 Challenge
February 1-28, 2014

Completed: 10/10

1. 'F' is for February
Jeaniene Frost, Twice Tempted, 2-15-14

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ -
Midnight Kiss, Robyn Carr et al, 2-2-14

3. Geography: Bulgaria red or white cover
Devil May Ride, Wendy Roberts, 2-16-14

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3)
Of Shadow Born, Dianne Sylvan, 2-11-14

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover
Seduction and Snacks, Tara Sivec, 2-2-14

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14)
Mystery Man, Kristen Ashley, 2-6-14

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20)
Promise Canyon, Robyn Carr, 2-18-14

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20)
Dagger-Star, Elizabeth Vaughan, 2-16-14

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28) recommended by a Goodreads member
Weddings Can Be Murder, Christie Craig, 2-4-14

10. Reader's Choice
Autumn Bones, Jacqueline Carey, 2-3-14

[Isha]

Congrats Fran on completing 7. You still have plenty of time to get in more.

[Isha]

Hooray Tina Theresa, jingles, Joann and Daffodil!!!

[Katie]

7/10 read


1. F is for February - Falling Off the Face of the Earth - 2/8
2. Member of the Month - Tangled - 2/16
3. Geography - The Twelve Days of Randy - 2/2
4. The Day the Music Died Day - This Red Rock - 2/2
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day - Sweet Treats - 2/19
6. Valentine's Day - The Heat Is On
7. Love Your Pet Day - Got Your Back - 2/8
8. Harry Potter Day - Texas Heat
9. International Friendship Week - A Cowboy's Promise
10. Reader's Choice - Accompanied by a Waltz - 2/11

[Sallie(GeorgiaGirl)]

COMPLETED: 4/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F'...Friday Night Bites, chloe neill...finished: 02.11.2014

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Here is the link to Amy's shelves. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves...City of Ashes, cassandra clare finished: 02.19.2014

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria. The Elusive Mrs. Pollifax, dorothy gillman

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book where a main character is a singer...Shameless, cheryl douglas

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book with food on the cover...Discord's Apple, carrie vaughn

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book...
Fifty Shades of Grey, e.l. james...finished: 02.07.2014

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover...Diamond in the Ruff, emily carmichael

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Read a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch...Never Been Witched, annette blair

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): read a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member...Third Grave Dead Ahead, darynda jones...finished: 02.17.2014

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice...The Accidental Werewolf, dakota cassidy

[Susan]

9/10

1. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
From Ruin to Riches - Louise Allen (HH #1169 - Jan 2014) - Feb 3

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Here is the link to Amy's shelves. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.
Celebration's Family - Nancy Robards Thompson (HSE #2315 - Feb 2014) - Feb 9

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
You can also read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series.
When Summer Comes - Brenda Novak (Mira - Feb 2013) (third in series) - Feb 6

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title
Secret Agent Secretary - Melissa Cutler (HRS #1786 - Jan 2014) (three words in title) - Feb 4

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Once Upon a Valentine - Allison Leigh (HSE #2311 - Feb 2014) - Feb 8

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.
The Real Mr. Right - Karen Templeton (HSE #2313 - Feb 2014) (dog) - Feb 5

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) - read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch
A Callahan Christmas Miracle - Tina Leonard (HAR #1473 - Nov 2013) (triplets) - Feb 2

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): read a book that has a friend to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.
For the Sake of Their Son - Catherine Mann (HD #2275 - Jan 2014) (friends to lovers) - Feb 17

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Reilly's Promise - Christyne Butler (Samhain - May 2008) - Feb 19

[Katie]

8/10 read


1. F is for February - Falling Off the Face of the Earth - 2/8
2. Member of the Month - Tangled - 2/16
3. Geography - The Twelve Days of Randy - 2/2
4. The Day the Music Died Day - This Red Rock - 2/2
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day - Sweet Treats - 2/19
6. Valentine's Day - The Heat Is On - 2/19
7. Love Your Pet Day - Got Your Back - 2/8
8. Harry Potter Day - Texas Heat
9. International Friendship Week - A Cowboy's Promise
10. Reader's Choice - Accompanied by a Waltz - 2/11

[Netanella]

RRRC February 2014 Monthly Challenge

READ 9/10

✔ 1. 'F' is for February: Fables of the Reconstruction by Hunter S. Jones - 02.08.2014 (★★★★)
✔ 2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Please read a book published in 2010. Styx's Storm by Lora Leigh - 02.19.2014 (★)
✔ 3. Geography: Bulgaria: Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas). Read a book that is third in a series.The Vampire Narcise by Colleen Gleason - 02.19.2014 (★★★★★)
✔ 4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title. Game for Trouble by Karen Erickson - 02.17.2014 (★★★★)
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover. Exquisite by Ella Frank
✔ 6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Regina in the Sun by R.G. Alexander - 02.05.2014 (★★★)
✔ 7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book that has an animal on the cover. Beg by Treva Harte - 02.06.2014 (★★)
✔ 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): read a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch. The Wizard's Spell by Cynthia Eden - 02.07.2014 (★★★)
✔ 9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Read a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member. Invisible Justice by Cynthia Jewel - 02.12.2104 (★★)
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Officer Off Limits by Tessa Bailey - 02.02.2014 (★★★★)

[Elizabeth]

RRRC February monthly challenge
Duration: 2/1/14 - 2/28/14
Read 9/10

1. 'F' is for February: Faith & Fidelity, 2/20/2014, 4*
2. Member of the Month: (from Amy's shelves) Cinder, 2/3/2014, 3.5*
3. Geography: Fix You, 2/5/2014, 3*
4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): (3 words in the title)When Lightning Strikes, 2/15/2014, 4*
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) Fish & Chips, 2/10/2014, 4*
6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Edge of Never, 2/14/2014, 3*
7. Love Your Pet Day : Rumor Has It
8. Harry Potter Day : (witch) Cry Wolf, 2/7/2014, 3*
9. International Friendship Week : (recommended by Grace - Feb PIFM) All He Ever Desired, 2/16/2014, 3*
10. Reader's Choice: The Strange Case of Finley Jayne, 2/1/2014, 3.5*

[Kendra]

Hey guys I finished my challenge...lol

Here's the post:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Susan A]

RRRC - Monthly Challenge
~ February 2014 Monthly Challenge ~

10/10 READ Completed Feb 20

1. F is for February: Manna Francis Mind Fuck Feb 5 ★★★★
2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ (pub in Feb) Lessons in Desire Feb 6 ★★★★★
3. Bulgaria: Rogues Feb 13 ★★★
4. The Day the Music Died Day: Chase the Storm Feb 10 ★★
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day: Stirring Up Trouble Feb 8 ★★★
6. Valentine's Day: Collide Feb2 ★★★★
7. Love Your Pet Day: Training Season Feb 3 ★★★
8. Harry Potter Day: Dead Man and the Restless Spirits Feb 9 ★★★★★
9. International Friendship Week: Apple Polisher Feb 1 ★★★★
10. Choice Of Dreams and Ceremonies Feb 20 ★★★★

[Bookchaser]

2014 February Monthly Challenge

8/10 Completed


01. 'F' is for February: Read a book that starts with 'F' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'F'.
Finger Lickin' Fifteen by Janet Evanovich
OR
Fair Play by Deirdre Martin
02. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.
Deception Cove by Jayne Castle 02/13/14
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Bulgaria.
Facts about Bulgaria:
★ Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn’t changed its name since it was first established.
★ Every year on 1 March Bulgarians exchange martenitsas, which are small pieces of adornment made of red and white thread that symbolise good health and happiness.
★ Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas).
Read a book that has been on your shelves for over a year, or one of the oldest books on your tbr shelf or read a book with a red or white cover or read a book that is third in a series.
If I Had You by Lynn Kurland 02/09/14
04. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - Read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title.
Dark Warrior Untamed by Alexis Morgan 02/04/14
05. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover.
Sweet Baklava by Debby Mayne 02/20/14
06. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Big Sky Secrets by Linda Lael Miller 02/18/14
07. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.
The Other Side of Us by Sarah Mayberry 02/16/14
08. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Read a book that has a child in the story or a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch.
The Best Bride by Susan Mallery
OR
Fireside by Susan Wiggs
09. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Read a book that has a friends to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.
Three Little Words by Susan Mallery 02/05/14
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Christmas on 4th Street by Susan Mallery 02/12/14

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[Joyce]

I'm in I'll try for 5

4/5


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

2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Here is the link to Amy's shelves. Please read a book from any of Amy's shelves or a book published in 2010 or a book published in February of any year.

3. Geography: Red Cover -The Einstein Intersection Finished 2/3/14

4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book where a main character is a singer or a book where an important character dies or a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title

5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5) - Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover

6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): EverneathFinished 2/17/14

7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book with a main character that has a pet or a book that has an animal on the cover.

8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20) - A Wizard of Earthsea Finished 2/8/14

9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): read a book that has a friend to lovers theme or a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member.

10. Reader's Choice: Agents of Light and Darkness finished 2/2/14

[Netanella]

RRRC February 2014 Monthly Challenge

Great challenge, ladies. The book that surprised me the most was Colleen Gleason's The Vampire Narcise. The first two books didn't thrill me that much, but this third one was very, very good, and I'm glad I picked it up for this challenge. If you're into PNR, check it out.

DONE! Whoo Hoo!
READ 10/10

✔ 1. 'F' is for February: Fables of the Reconstruction by Hunter S. Jones - 02.08.2014 (★★★★)
✔ 2. Member of the Month: Amy ~Lover of Books~ - Amy ~Lover of Books~ has been a member of the RRRC since February, 2010. Please read a book published in 2010. Styx's Storm by Lora Leigh - 02.19.2014 (★)
✔ 3. Geography: Bulgaria: Bulgaria was once one of the 3 biggest empires in Europe among the Frankish, and the Byzantine (it spanned between the Mediterranean, the Black, and the White Seas). Read a book that is third in a series.The Vampire Narcise by Colleen Gleason - 02.19.2014 (★★★★★)
✔ 4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): This day commemorates the untimely death of 3 rock singers Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper - read a book that has only 3 words in the title/series title. Game for Trouble by Karen Erickson - 02.17.2014 (★★★★)
✔ 5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Read a book where one of the main characters is a baker or a book with food on the cover. Exquisite by Ella Frank - 02.20.2014 (★★★)
✔ 6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): This is a day that celebrates love so read any romance book.
Regina in the Sun by R.G. Alexander - 02.05.2014 (★★★)
✔ 7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Read a book that has an animal on the cover. Beg by Treva Harte - 02.06.2014 (★★)
✔ 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): read a book where one of the characters is a wizard/witch. The Wizard's Spell by Cynthia Eden - 02.07.2014 (★★★)
✔ 9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Read a book recommended to you by a Goodreads member. Invisible Justice by Cynthia Jewel - 02.12.2104 (★★)
✔ 10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Officer Off Limits by Tessa Bailey - 02.02.2014 (★★★★)

[Katie]

10/10 read - Done!


1. F is for February - Falling Off the Face of the Earth - 2/8
2. Member of the Month - Tangled - 2/16
3. Geography - The Twelve Days of Randy - 2/2
4. The Day the Music Died Day - This Red Rock - 2/2
5. National Chocolate Fondue Day - Sweet Treats - 2/19
6. Valentine's Day - The Heat Is On - 2/19
7. Love Your Pet Day - Got Your Back - 2/8
8. Harry Potter Day - Texas Heat - 2/20
9. International Friendship Week - A Cowboy's Promise - 2/20
10. Reader's Choice - Accompanied by a Waltz - 2/11

[Isha]

Congrats Kendra, Susan A, Netanella and Katie!!!!

[Ethel]

RRRC - Monthly Challenge: February 2014

Congrats to all finishers so far! :)

Only one to go....

9/10 read

[2.2.] 6. Valentine's Day (Feb 14): The Warlord Wants Forever by Kresley Cole
[5.2.] 1. 'F' is for February: Brother's Keeper by Elizabeth Finn
[9.2.] 2. Member of the Month: Amaury's Hellion by Tina Folsom
[12.2.] 8. Harry Potter Day (Feb 20): Ten Tiny Breaths by K.A. Tucker
[14.2.] 9. International Friendship Week (February 22-28): Frigid by J. Lynn
[15.2.] 5. National Chocolate Fondue Day (Feb 5): Hot in Here by Sophie Renwick
[16.2.] 4. The Day the Music Died Day (Feb 3): Edge of Disaster by A.M. Hargrove
[16.2.] 7. Love Your Pet Day (Feb 20): Storm Front by Jim Butcher
[20.2.] 10. Reader's Choice: This Is Who I Am by Cherise Sinclair

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3. Geography: Before Jamaica Lane by Samantha Young

[BJ Rose]

Changed a couple books around and made my goal and more!

RRRC Monthly Challenge
February 1 - 28, 2014

8/6

√ 1. F = Face the Fire by Nora Roberts - 2.21
2. February 2003: Sweet Release by Pamela Clare
√ 3. 3rd in series: A Texan's Luck by Jodi Thomas - 2.09
√ 4. 3 words in title: The Texan's Reward by Jodi Thomas - 2.02
5. Baker in B&B: Murder on the Rocks by Karen MacInerny
√ 6. Any Romance Book: The Last Wicked Scoundrel by Lorraine Heath - 2.05
√ 7. Pet: Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly - 2.13
√ 8. Witch: Dance Upon The Air by Nora Roberts - 2.16
√ 9. Recommended by GR Friend: Heaven and Earth by Nora Roberts - 2.18
√ 10. Reader's Choice: When Beauty Tamed the Beast by Eloisa James - 2.04

[Isha]

Hooray BJ Rose!