February 2014 Reading Challenge

[Ann aka Iftcan]

Well, here it is--time for another challenge. And, as we promised, with enough time to get your books together, if you are that organized. Me, not so much, especially right now, with everything all a twitter with the moving epic. . .

So, with no more ado--here is your February Challenge.

February –

A “special” challenge to add to your reading pleasure. This will be in addition to your other books for this month.
Jules Verne was born on Feb. 8, 1828 and is called “The Father of Science Fiction”. His three best known stories are “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” “Journey to the Center of the Earth,” and “Around the World in 80 Days”. Since these are also the foundation of the sub-sub-genre, Steampunk, your challenge is to read a Steampunk story.


What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover

With thanks to Pat for this month's challenge

[Ann aka Iftcan]

Remember with the "special" challenges--they can be used to add a book to your count OR substituted for one of the "regular" 10 challenges

Also, you are allowed to use up to 3 non-genre specific books. So mysteries, non-romance sci-fi, westerns, biographies, non-pnr romances etc. can be used for these 3 book. Just remember--if there is a paranormal element then it is "legal" and doesn't count against you in the non-genre count. As an example The Ghost and Mrs. McClure while a mystery does have an actual ghost as one of the 2 main characters. So it counts as a mystery/UF book. However, Grace Under Pressure is strictly a mystery and would be one of the non-genre books. And, for a romance that would count as one of your 3, Sprig Muslin by Georgette Heyer. Yes it IS a romance, but it has no PN elements, so it isn't in our genre. (However it is a really great read, so, if you haven't visited Ms. Heyer's Regency, I would suggest that you do so.)

[AndaM]

Monthly Reading Challenges > February 2014 Reading Challenge
0/10

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover

[Angie]

0/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book For The Love of Magic - Janet Chapman
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game Wulfe Untamed - Pamela Palmer
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess Dragos Takes A Holiday - Thea Harrison
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice Mistress of Rome - Kate Quinn
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you Fifty Shades of Grey - E.L. James
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie Firelight - Sophie Jordan
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012) The Enemy's Kiss - Zandria Munson
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover Cloak & Silence - Sherrilyn Kenyon
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs Shadowed - Rebecca Zanetti
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover Under Siege - Catherine Mann
Special. Steampunk: Legacy - Vivi Anna

[Drea]

I'm in.
What's so special about February?
0/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Silver Borne
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
The Reluctant Vampire
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Apollo's Gift
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Frost Moon
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Unleashed
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Under a Vampire Moon
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
The Darkest Pleasure
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Born of Fire
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Stolen Fury
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Solstice Surrender
"special" challenge: read a Steampunk story.
The Hunter

[Dee]

I'm in!!

11/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book

Up From the Grave 02/02

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game

Frost Burned 02/15

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess

Sins of the Night 02/03

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice

Acheron 02/12

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you

Haunted Warrior 02/24

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie

Curtsies and conspiracies 02/18

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)

What a Ghoul wants 02/08

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover

The Rift Walker 02/20

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs

Sucking Bites 02/13

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover

Something Witchy This Way Comes 02/09

Steampunk Story

The Queen is Dead 02/22

[Rachel]

I'm in! I'll make my list later

5/5

What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day:
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics:
3. Presidents Day
4. Groundhog Day:
5. Random Act of Kindness:
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards:
7. Leap Day:
8. Black History Month: - majority set in Egypt
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:
10. February Birthstone:

[Ora]

February's Reading Challenge
Read 10/10 Challenege Completed!!

1. Valentine's Day: Destined for an Early Grave Jeaniene Frost 02/14
2. Winter Olympics: Finally Finding Faith Tammy Falkner 02/02
3. Presidents Day: The Darkest Whisper Gena Showalter 02/10
4. Groundhog Day: Seize the Night Sherrilyn Kenyon 02/23
5. Random Act of Kindness: Crave Monica Murphy 02/03
6. Academy Awards: Romancing the Duke Tessa Dare 02/05
7. Leap Day: The Darkest Pleasure Gena Showalter 02/07
8. Black History Month: Twice the Temptation Beverley Kendall 02/25
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Mine to Keep Cynthia Eden 02/18
10. February Birthstone: Angels' Dance Nalini Singh 02/27

[Felicia (Ferishia)]

Read 0/10


1. Valentine's Day: And the Two Shall Become One by Mychael Black
2. Winter Olympics (U.S.A.): Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh
3. President's Day: Red Kiss by Deidre Knight
4. Groundhog Day: Reaper's Property by Joanna Wylde
5. Random Acts of Kindness: Beloved Fate by Stormy Glenn
6. Academy Awards: Fighting Chance by Viki Lyn
7. Leap Day (released 2012): Wanted: Undead or Alive by Kerrelyn Sparks
8. Black History Month: Private Sins by Brenda A. Barrett
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Where You Lead by Mary Calmes
10. February Birthstone:Amethyst: A Touch of Midnight by Lara Adrian

[Prismseven]

Read 11/11Done!!!
1. fiery heartby R. mead (5 star 2/8/14)
2. Dark moonlightingby Scott Haworth (3 star 2/1/14)
3.The king of bladesby Ken Brosky ( 3 star 2/19/14)
4.Dancing Daysby V.J. Chambers ( 5 star 2/20/14)
5.One soul to shareby Lori Devoti (3 stars 2/11/14)
6.Hostby Stephanie Meyers ( 5 star 2/10/14)
7. Awakenedby Brenda K Davies (5 stars 2/2/14)
8.The frog princeby Elle Lothlorien (4 star 2/15/14)
9. Masters at armsby k. masters (4 star 2/21/14)
10. Jenny pox by JL Bryan (4 star 2/4/14)
11. Lady of devicesby Shelly Adina (4 star 2/7/14)

[Grace]

I'm in

11/11

What's so special about February?

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book

4th February 2014

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game

5th February 2014

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess

5th February 2014

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice

3rd February 2014

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you

2nd February 2014

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie.



7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)

3rd February 2014

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover

4th February 2014

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs

6th February 2014

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover

7th February 2014

11) Challenge 7th February 2014

[Irene]

February Challenge
0/??

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Close to You by Stacia Kane

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Black Magic Sanction by Kim Harrison

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Dark Bites by Sherrilyn Kenyon

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Life Before Legend by Marie Lu

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
At Grave's End by Jeaniene Frost

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
The Restorer by Amanda Stevens

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Pale Demon by Kim Harrison

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

BONUS: Steampunk

[Shannon]

What's so special about February?

Progress: 3/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC Part of a Romantic Couple at the Beginning & the End of the Book: Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics - Setting = Russia: Chains of Ice by Christina Dodd

3. Presidents Day - Tybalt, the King of Cats: Chimes at Midnight by Seanan McGuire

4. Groundhog Day - Put off Reading at least Twice: Kiss of the Night by Sherrilyn Kenyon

5. Random Act of Kindness - Highly Recommended to me: Beyond the Highland Mist by Karen Marie Moning

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards - Sounds like it would be great movie: The Iron Hunt by Marjorie M. Liu

7. Leap Day - Released 2012: Angel's Ink by Jocelynn Drake

8. Black History Month - Red, Black, & Green Cover: Dead Ever After by Charlaine Harris

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre - Set in Chicago: Grave Peril by Jim Butcher --Read 02/24

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst Purple Cover: Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones --Read 02/28

11. Bonus - Steampunk: Timeless by Gail Carriger --Read 02/14

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[dragon]

Already read because I have no life, haha

February

A “special” challenge to add to your reading pleasure. This will be in addition to your other books for this month.

Jules Verne was born on Feb. 8, 1828 and is called “The Father of Science Fiction”. His three best known stories are “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” “Journey to the Center of the Earth,” and “Around the World in 80 Days”. Since these are also the foundation of the sub-sub-genre, Steampunk, your challenge is to read a Steampunk story.

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book Lucrecia's Dreams: Politics and Prophecy in Sixteenth-Century Spain

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game The Girl with the White Flag

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess The Other Boleyn Girl

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice Infinity

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you The Alchemyst

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie City of Shadows

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)Fracture, Diabolical

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover Half a Life

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs Water for Elephants

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover Half-Blood

11. Special: Read a steampunk Story The Alchemy of Stone

To Read

[Tina]

I will give it a try.

Finished 0/10

February –

A “special” challenge - Steampunk: The Girl in The Steel Corset by Kady Cross

What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day:
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics:
3. Presidents Day: The Selection by Kiera Cass
4. Groundhog Day: Kiss of the Highlander by Karen Marie Moning
5. Random Act of Kindness: Exit Strategy by Kelley Armstrong
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead
7. Leap Day: The Summoning by Kelly Armstrong
8. Black History Month:
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Small favor by Jim Butcher
10. February Birthstone: Deadshifted by Cassie Alexander

Alt: Silver Bullet by S.M. Reine

[Tai]

I doubt I'll finish January's challenge, but I'm up for trying this one.

Read 5/10 + 1

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple Hara's Legacy 2/16

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations Rocky 2/13

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended Jabril 2/02

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012) Nightshifted

8. Black History Month: To Balance the Gray 2/04

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover Bewitching the Werewolf 2/17

Special: Steampunk novel

[Lacy♪ ♫Movements of a Demigod ♪ ♫]

February's What's So Special about February Challenge
0/10 Complete

1. Valentine's Day- Me and My Shadow by Katie MacAlister
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics- (USA-2002)Boneshaker by Cherie Priest
3. Presidents Day- Elegy by Tara Hudson
4. Groundhog Day- Legend by Marie Lu
5. Random Act of Kindness- The fault in our Stars by John Green
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards- read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
7. Leap Day: (2012) Article 5 by Kristen Simmons
8. Black History Month- Minion by L.A. Banks
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre- Eternal Kiss of Darkness by Jeanine Frost
10. February Birthstone- Awakening by L.A. Banks

[Danielle]

0/10 done


1. Valentine's Day: Every Witch Way but Dead by Kim Harrison
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: For a Few Demons More by Kim Harrison
3. Presidents Day: Visions of Heat by Nalini Singh
4. Groundhog Day: Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: White Witch Black Curse by Kim Harrison
7. Leap Day: The Outlaw Demon Wails by Kim Harrison
8. Black History Month: The Good the Bad and the Undead by Kim Harrison
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:Fistful of Charms by Kim Harrison
10. February Birthstone:Slave to Sensation by Nalini Singh

[Lyn]

Never tried a reading challenge, but there's first time for everything. LOL
8/10

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Fair Game - Patricia Briggs
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game: MacRieve - Kresley Cole
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
The Other Queen - Philippa Gregory
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice Born in Blood - Alexandra Ivy
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you Eden Forest - Aoife Marie Sheridan
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie The Hunger Games - Suzanne Collins
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012) Magic Burns - Ilona Andrews
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover Magic Bites - Ilona Andrews
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs Some Girls Bite - Chloe Neill
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover Styxx - Sherrilyn Kenyon

[Vannessa]

Not sure I'll get all these read with a big assignment due for university this month, but I can but try :)

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Up From the Grave FINISHED February 17th

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game Tempestuous FINISHED February 14th

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Goddess of Light FINISHED February 21st

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Unleash the Night FINISHED February 24th

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you


6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie


7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)


8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover


9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs


10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover


Special Steampunk Challenge:

Read 4/11

[☀Rachael☀]

What's so special about February?

1. Valentine's Day ---- Blue-Blooded Vamp ---- Jaye Wells
2. Winter Olympics ---- USA ---- Bitter Blood ---- Rachel Caine
3. Presidents Day: Silver tongued devil ---- Jaye Wells
4. Groundhog Day: Coyote Dreams ---- C.E. Murphy
5. Random Act of Kindness: Under the never sky ---- Veronica Rossi
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Die for Me ---- Amy Plum
7. Leap Day: Black Dawn ---- Rachel Caine
8. Black History Month: Deadly Sting ---- Jennifer Estep
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre ---- Fall of Night ---- Rachel Caine
10. February Birthstone ---- Daylighters ---- Rachel Caine

10/10

[Tara]

Okay I'm pretty new to GR and book challenges, so if I wanted to give it a go. Do the books have to be books you have not read or books you have read before? The reason I'm asking for instance Valentines Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book. Sorry if this was the wrong place to ask.

[Maria]

What's So Special About February? Challenge

Read: 1/10

1. Valentine's Day:
2. Winter Olympics:
3. President's Day: Night Embrace by Sherrilyn Kenyon
4. Groundhog Day:
5. Random Act of Kindness:
6. Academy Awards:
7. Leap Day:
8. Black History Month:
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst: Blind Attraction by Eden Summers

[Dee]

Tara wrote: "Okay I'm pretty new to GR and book challenges, so if I wanted to give it a go. Do the books have to be books you have not read or books you have read before? The reason I'm asking for instance Vale..."

It's books that you read in February.

[KarenF]

I haven't done one of these in a while but I gonna give this one a shot.

0/11 Read

1. Valentine's Day: Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost (at least they'd better still be a couple at the end)
2. Winter Olympics: Hope Flames by Jaci Burton
3. President's Day: Long Live the Queen by Kate Locke
4. Groundhog Day: Waking the Witch by Kelley Armstrong
5. Random Act of Kindness: Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare
6. Academy Awards: Bitter Spirits by Jenn Bennett
7. Leap Day: Hotter After Midnight by Cynthia Eden
8. Black History Month: The Killing Moon by N.K. Jemisin
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Hard Bitten by Chloe Neill
10. Birthstone - Amethyst: Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

Bonus - Steampunk: Riveted by Meljean Brook

[Ann aka Iftcan]

Tara--you could have read the book before. You just have to re-read it for it to count. So, say you'd read Up From the Grave (borrowing from KarenF's posting here) before, but you wanted to re-read it. That's fine, you can count it, just be sure to read the entire book. No skipping to favourite parts or skipping really disliked parts.

[Irene ~ Witchy Reads]

My compliments to this challenge! Such a great idea, btw would one of the Jules Verne books count as a Steampunk? I might read Journey to the centre of the earth then!

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) Bitten ~ Kelley Armstrong
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
4. Groundhog Day: reread: The Vampire Academy ~ Richelle Mead
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover

[Leslie]

February
Read: 10/10
Bonus: 1/1

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Steel's Edge Read Feb 19 ★★★★

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Broken at Love Read Feb 10 ★★★

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
The Haunting of Holden Castle Read Feb 26 ★★

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Beautiful to Behold Read Feb 24 ★★★

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Blood Knot Read Feb 27 ★★★1/2

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Tangled Read Feb 4 ★★★★

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Darkness Devours Read Feb 28 ★★★★

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Raphael Read Feb 21 ★★★1/2

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Darkness Rising Read Feb 25 ★★★★

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Incubus: Logan Read Feb 15 ★★





*Bonus: Steampunk story
The Time Machine Read Feb 16 ★★★1/2

[Stacey]

Hmm, shorter month will be more challenging, I'm in!

1/1
4/10

A “special” challenge to add to your reading pleasure. This will be in addition to your other books for this month. .
Tarnished Knight by Bec McMaster--Finished 2/5

What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Memory in Death by JD Robb--Finished 2/23

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Magic Bleeds by Ilona Andrews

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Marked by Elizabeth Naughton--Finished 2/18

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Dark Awakening by Kendra Leigh Castle

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
The Rose Garden by Susanna Kearsley

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Emperor’s Edge by Lindsey Buroker--Finished 2/17

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Valiant by Laurann Dohner--Finished 2/8

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Perfect Chemistry by Simone Elkeles

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Archangel’s Legion by Nalini Singh

[Belkis]

I'm in!

0/10 Read

1. Valentine's Day: Beauty from Love
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Cress
3. Presidents Day: Sower of Dreams
4. Groundhog Day: Waterfall
5. Random Act of Kindness: Anew
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Ignite Me
7. Leap Day: Malice In Wonderland
8. Black History Month: Expect Civilian Casualties
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Heaven's Sinners
10. February Birthstone: TBD
11. Bonus Steampunk: TBD
TBD TBD

[Tara]

Ann aka Iftcan wrote: "Tara--you could have read the book before. You just have to re-read it for it to count. So, say you'd read Up From the Grave (borrowing from KarenF's posting here) before, but you w..."

Thank you for answering my question. I might have to try the next challenge :)

[Rhonda]

I'll read what I can...I'm in!!!

February Reading Challenge


0/10


**Special**: The Girl with the Iron Touch by Kady Cross
1. Valentine's Day: Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Bitter Spirits by Jenn Bennett
3. Presidents Day: Rat-Catcher by Seanan McGuire
4. Groundhog Day: Third Grave Dead Ahead by Darynda Jones
5. Random Act of Kindness: Black and Blue by Gena Showalter
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: The Dream Hunter by Sherrilyn Kenyon
7. Leap Day: Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet by Darynda Jones
8. Black History Month: Assassin's Gambit by Amy Raby
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Howling For You by Chloe Neill
10. February Birthstone: Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

TO READ


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[☔️ Stormy Day Reader]

What's So Special About February? Challenge

Read: 0/10

1. Valentine's Day: Charlotte: Prowling for Enchantment
2. Winter Olympics:
3. President's Day:
4. Groundhog Day: Shadow Rising (have started at least twice)
5. Random Act of Kindness:
6. Academy Awards:
7. Leap Day:
8. Black History Month: Beg
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst:

[Karen]

February Challenge

0/10


1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Tangled Beauty by K.L. Middleton

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Parched by Z.L. Arkadie

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Winter's Heart by Michael Kanuckel

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
The Shining by Stephen King

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Hers to Choose by Patricia Knight

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Marked by Elisabeth Naughton

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
How (Not) to Kiss a Toad by Elizabeth A. Reeves

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Fifty Shades of Jungle Fever by L.V. Lewis

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
The Troop by Nick Cutter

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
The Den by Jennifer Abrahams

[Patricia]

0/10

1. Valentine's Day: Up from the Grave Jeaniene Frost
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Darklove Elle Jasper
3. Presidents Day:Dark Bites Sherrilyn Kenyon
4. Groundhog Day: Ever After Kim Harrison
5. Random Act of Kindness: The 100 Kass Morgan
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards:Firelight Sophie Jordan
7. Leap Day: Nightborn Lynn Viehl
8. Black History Month: Sin's Dark Caress Tracey O'hara
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Wild Things Chloe Neill
10. February Birthstone: A Touch of Midnight Lara Adrian

[Irene]

February Challenge
1/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Close to You by Stacia Kane

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Black Magic Sanction by Kim Harrison 02/02/2014 ★★★★★

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Dark Bites by Sherrilyn Kenyon

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Life Before Legend by Marie Lu

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
At Grave's End by Jeaniene Frost

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
The Restorer by Amanda Stevens

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Pale Demon by Kim Harrison

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

BONUS: Steampunk
Curtsies & Conspiracies by Gail Carriger

[Drea]

What's so special about February?
1/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Silver Borne
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
The Reluctant Vampire ★★★★ 2/2/14
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Apollo's Gift
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Frost Moon
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Unleashed
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Under a Vampire Moon
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
The Darkest Pleasure
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Born of Fire
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Stolen Fury
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Solstice Surrender
"special" challenge: read a Steampunk story.
The Hunter

[Irene]

February Challenge
3/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Close to You by Stacia Kane

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Black Magic Sanction by Kim Harrison 02/02/2014 ★★★★★

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Dark Bites by Sherrilyn Kenyon

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Life Before Legend by Marie Lu

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
At Grave's End by Jeaniene Frost

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
The Restorer by Amanda Stevens 03/02/2014 ★★★★

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Pale Demon by Kim Harrison 02/02/2014 ★★★★★

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

BONUS: Steampunk
Curtsies & Conspiracies by Gail Carriger

[KarenF]

I haven't done one of these in a while but I gonna give this one a shot.

2/11 Read

1. Valentine's Day: Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost (at least they'd better still be a couple at the end) 2/1/14
2. Winter Olympics: Hope Flames by Jaci Burton 2/2/14
3. President's Day: Long Live the Queen by Kate Locke
4. Groundhog Day: Waking the Witch by Kelley Armstrong
5. Random Act of Kindness: Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare
6. Academy Awards: Bitter Spirits by Jenn Bennett
7. Leap Day: Hotter After Midnight by Cynthia Eden
8. Black History Month: The Killing Moon by N.K. Jemisin
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Hard Bitten by Chloe Neill
10. Birthstone - Amethyst: Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

Bonus - Steampunk: Riveted by Meljean Brook

[Felicia (Ferishia)]

Read 1/10


1. Valentine's Day: And the Two Shall Become One by Mychael Black
2. Winter Olympics (U.S.A.): Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh
3. President's Day: Red Kiss by Deidre Knight
4. Groundhog Day: Reaper's Property by Joanna Wylde
5. Random Acts of Kindness: Beloved Fate by Stormy Glenn
6. Academy Awards: Fighting Chance by Viki Lyn
7. Leap Day (released 2012): Wanted: Undead or Alive by Kerrelyn Sparks 2/1
8. Black History Month: Private Sins by Brenda A. Barrett
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Where You Lead by Mary Calmes
10. February Birthstone:Amethyst: A Touch of Midnight by Lara Adrian


Books Read:

[Irene]

February Challenge
4/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Close to You by Stacia Kane

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Black Magic Sanction by Kim Harrison 02/02/2014 ★★★★★

3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Dark Bites by Sherrilyn Kenyon

4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Life Before Legend by Marie Lu 04/02/2014 ★★★★

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
At Grave's End by Jeaniene Frost

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
The Restorer by Amanda Stevens 03/02/2014 ★★★★

7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Pale Demon by Kim Harrison 02/02/2014 ★★★★★

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Fifth Grave Past the Light by Darynda Jones

BONUS: Steampunk
Curtsies & Conspiracies by Gail Carriger

[Nikki]

I'm in!

9/10

What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day:Demons Forever2/15/14
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Forever Fifteen finished 2/2/2014
3. Presidents Day: The Darkest Kiss2/23/2014
4. Groundhog Day:Butterfly 2/22/2014
5. Random Act of Kindness:
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Born in Death2/16/14
7. Leap Day: The Darkest Night 2/7/2014
8. Black History Month:Accidentally Yours 2/9/2014
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: MacRieve 2/8/2014
10. February Birthstone: Shattered Promises 2/15/2014

[Tina]

Finished 2/10

February –

A “special” challenge - Steampunk: The Girl in The Steel Corset by Kady Cross

What's so special about February?
1. Valentine's Day: Mist-Torn Witches by Barb Hendee
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: The Keepers: Sienna by Rae Rivers Finished February 2nd
3. Presidents Day: The Selection by Kiera Cass
4. Groundhog Day: Kiss of the Highlander by Karen Marie Moning
5. Random Act of Kindness: Exit Strategy by Kelley Armstrong or Silver Bullet by S.M. Reine
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Fiery Heart by Richelle Mead Finished February 6th
7. Leap Day: The Summoning by Kelly Armstrong
8. Black History Month:
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Small favor by Jim Butcher
10. February Birthstone: Deadshifted by Cassie Alexander

[Drea]

What's so special about February?
2/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Silver Borne
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
The Reluctant Vampire ★★★★ 2/2/14
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Apollo's Gift
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Frost Moon
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Unleashed
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Under a Vampire Moon ★★★★ 2/4/14
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
The Darkest Pleasure
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Born of Fire
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Stolen Fury
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Solstice Surrender
"special" challenge: read a Steampunk story.
The Hunter

[Belkis]

I'm in!

1/10 Read

✔1. Valentine's Day: Beauty from Love 2/4★★★★
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Cress
3. Presidents Day: Sower of Dreams
4. Groundhog Day: Waterfall
5. Random Act of Kindness: Anew
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Ignite Me
7. Leap Day: Malice In Wonderland
8. Black History Month: Expect Civilian Casualties
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Heaven's Sinners
10. February Birthstone: TBD
11. Bonus Steampunk: TBD
TBD TBD

[Felicia (Ferishia)]

Read 2/10


1. Valentine's Day: And the Two Shall Become One by Mychael Black
2. Winter Olympics (U.S.A.): Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh
3. President's Day: Red Kiss by Deidre Knight
4. Groundhog Day: Reaper's Property by Joanna Wylde
5. Random Acts of Kindness: Beloved Fate by Stormy Glenn
6. Academy Awards: Fighting Chance by Viki Lyn
7. Leap Day (released 2012): Wanted: Undead or Alive by Kerrelyn Sparks 2/1
8. Black History Month: Private Sins by Brenda A. Barrett 2/4
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Where You Lead by Mary Calmes
10. February Birthstone:Amethyst: A Touch of Midnight by Lara Adrian


Books Read:

[Belkis]

I'm in!

2/10 Read

✔1. Valentine's Day: Beauty from Love 2/4 ★★★★
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Cress
3. Presidents Day: Sower of Dreams
4. Groundhog Day: Waterfall
5. Random Act of Kindness: Anew
✔6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Ignite Me 2/5 ★★★★★
7. Leap Day: Malice In Wonderland
8. Black History Month: Expect Civilian Casualties
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Heaven's Sinners
10. February Birthstone: Unholy Magic
11. Bonus Steampunk: Kiss of Steel

[Suzanne]

Paranormal Romance & Urban Fantasy
February 2014 Reading Challenge
Duration: 2/1/2014 - 2/28/2014

Progress: 10 out of 10

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book:
Ever After by Kim Harrison - ***** - 2/18/2014

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
Lost Lake by Sarah Addison Allen - ***** - 2/24/2014 - Set in USA

3. Presidents Day: Read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess: President:
Zoo: The Graphic Novel by James Patterson - ** - 2/19/2014

4. Groundhog Day: Reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice:
It's All Greek to Me by Katie MacAlister - **** - 2/23/2014

5. Random Act of Kindness: Read a book that was highly recommended or given to you:
Wedding Night by Sophie Kinsella - **** - 2/26/2014

6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: Read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie:
The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini - **** - 2/10/2014

7. Leap Day: Read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012):
Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward - **** - 2/3/2014 - Released in 2012

8. Black History Month: Read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover:
Devil of the Highlands by Lynsay Sands - *** - 2/11/2014

9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre: Read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs:
Summer Knight by Jim Butcher - ***** - 2/13/2014

10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover:
Fly Away by Kristin Hannah - **** - 2/7/2014

[Ann aka Iftcan]

February –
4/10 regular challenge
0/1 special challenge
Jules Verne was born on Feb. 8, 1828 and is called “The Father of Science Fiction”. His three best known stories are “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” “Journey to the Center of the Earth,” and “Around the World in 80 Days”. Since these are also the foundation of the sub-sub-genre, Steampunk, your challenge is to read a Steampunk story.
What's so special about February?

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book

2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: Trinkets, Treasures and Other Bloody Magic by Meghan Ciana Doidge (Canada & the U.S.)

3. Presidents Day Clean Sweep by Ilona Andrews (deposed alien dictator)

4. Groundhog Day: Long Hot Summoning by Tanya Huff

5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie

7. Leap Day: Jackrabbit Junction Jitters by Ann Charles

8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Courtesy of Pat

[Drea]

What's so special about February?
3/11

1. Valentine's Day: MC is part of a romantic couple at the beginning and the end of the book or the MC is single at the beginning and the end of the book
Silver Borne
2. In honor of the Winter Olympics: read a book set in one of the locations of one of the last 5 Winter Olympics (1998 - Japan; 2002 - USA; 2006 - Italy; 2010 - Canada 2014 - Russia) or features an athlete or a game
The Reluctant Vampire ★★★★ 2/2/14
3. Presidents Day read a book that features a President, King/Queen or God/Goddess
Apollo's Gift
4. Groundhog Day: reread a favorite book or a book you've put off reading at least twice
Frost Moon
5. Random Act of Kindness: read a book that was highly recommended or given to you
Unleashed ★★★★ 2/6/14
6. Now is the time for Academy Awards: read a book that sounds like it would be (or is) a great movie
Under a Vampire Moon ★★★★ 2/4/14
7. Leap Day: read a book released during a leap year (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012)
The Darkest Pleasure
8. Black History Month: read a book by a black author or is set in Africa or has red, black & green cover
Born of Fire
9. St. Valentine's Day Massacre:read a book that is set in Chicago, the MC owns a bar or it has rival gangs
Stolen Fury
10. February Birthstone: Amethyst, read a book with a purple cover
Solstice Surrender
"special" challenge: read a Steampunk story.
The Hunter