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Congrats to all the finishers!RRRC Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers
Duration: March 15, 2014 through June 14, 2014
Level: Ready to Start Your Own Nursery!
20/20 Read
Challenge Complete 05.27.14
1. Alstroemeria; Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy.
Lothaire by Kresley Cole, 05.27.14 ★★★★★
2. Anthurium: Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
The Perfect Hope by Nora Roberts, 05.02.14 ★★★★
3. Baby's Breath: Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
Kiss of Frost by Jennifer Estep, 03.22.14 ★★★★
4. Black-Eyed Susan: Read a book with a character who is involved in the legal profession, law enforcement, or military.
Courting Justice by Brenda Jackson, 04.19.14 ★★★
5. Daffodil: Read a book with a character who is immortal or has been "reborn", or who is starting over after a major life change.
One Lucky Vampire by Lynsay Sands, 05.11.14 ★★★
6. Daisy: Read a book with a virginal character.
Dark Desires After Dusk by Kresley Cole, 05.23.14 ★★★★
7. Enchanter's Nightshade: Read a book involving magic or witchcraft, or with a love at first sight storyline.
Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness, 05.02.14 ★★★★
8. Hyacinth: Read a book set in the world of sports, or with a playful, easy-going character.
Nobody's Baby But Mine by Susan Elizabeth Phillips, 05.09.14 ★★★
9. Iris: Read a book with a French character, author, or setting, or one involving a close friendship.
Will Grayson, Will Grayson by John Green, 03.27.14 ★★★★
10. Larkspur: Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
The Art of Seducing a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper, 04.13.14 ★★★★
11. Lilac: Read a YA or children's book, or a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the storyline.
Spell Bound by Rachel Hawkins, 03.18.14 ★★★★
12. Orange Blossom: Read a book in which a main character is or has been pregnant, or is a parent.
The King by J.R. Ward, 04.18.14 ★★★★★
13. Orchid: Read a book with a character known for exceptional beauty, or a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40.
Up From the Grave by Jeaniene Frost, 04.09.14 ★★★★
14. Protea: Read an LGBT book, one with multi-cultural characters, or where a character is dealing with intolerance, favoritism, unfairness, etc.
Zero at the Bone by Jane Seville, 03.27.14 ★★★★
15. Snapdragon: Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something, or someone has unfair and/or untrue assumptions made about them.
The Raven Prince by Elizabeth Hoyt, 04.10.14 ★★★★
16. Tulip: Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famous.
The Rocker That Savors Me by Terri Anne Browning, 04.08.14 ★★★★
Bonus: A rose by any other name color...
The rose in general is a symbol of love, but different colors of roses also have different meanings.
17. Pink Rose: Read a book with a friends to lovers plot.
Crazy For You by Jennifer Crusie, 03.17.14 ★★★
18. Dark Crimson Rose: is a symbol of mourning. Read a book with a main character who is a widow or widower, or who is mourning the loss of a loved one.
The Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever by Julia Quinn, 03.24.14 ★★★★
19. Red and White Rose: Read a book where the main characters are in an established, committed relationship throughout the book, or a book set in England or with an English author or character.
Proof of Guilt by Charles Todd, 04.12.14 ★★★★
20. Red Rose: Read any romance novel.
Moonlight Road by Robyn Carr, 04.05.14 ★★★★
Updated my post finally. Finished back on the 17th but my schedule was insane. So glad I'm finally getting to post it all. :D
Shelby wrote: Finished back on the 17th but my schedule was insane."Congrats, Shelby!
The Language of Flowers Quarterly Challenge15 March - 14 June 2014
Level - Nursery!
Completed: 20/20
1.Alstroemeria An MC is extremely wealthy. The Nonesuch √ 6 Apr
2. Anthurium Read a book set in the hospitality industry - Love at First Sight √ 17 May
3. Baby's Breath Party, festival, or celebration. The Lodestar of Ys √ 20 Mar
4. Black-Eyed Susan MC involved in the military. Latakia √ 16 May
5. Daffodil MC starting over after a major life change. Flat-Out Sexy √ 19 Mar
6. Daisy Read a book with a virginal character - The Holy Trinity √ 17 May
7. Enchanter's Nightshade book with magic. Spider’s Revenge √ 28 May
8. Hyacinth Set in the world of sports Training Season √ 30 May
9. Iris Read a book by a french author - Alaska, With Love √ 9 May
10. Larkspur Read a humorous book - Sixty Five Hours √ 14 May
11. Lilac Read a YA book - Obsidian √ 27 Mar
12. Orange Blossom MC is/has been pregnant - Spells And Bananas √ 17 Mar
13. Orchid Book where at least one MC is over 40 - Dark Storm √ 1 May
14. Protea Read an LGBT book - The Hell You Say √ 4 May
15. Snapdragon MC is hiding something - The Backup Boyfriend √ 13 May
16. Tulip MC is famous - From This Moment On √ 11 Apr
Bonuses:
Pink Rose - Friends to lovers plot - Hairy Harry's Car Seat √ 10 Apr
Dark Crimson Rose - MC is mourning the loss of a loved one - Masters at Arms √ 28 Mar
Red and White Rose Book set in England - The Dark Highlander (NY, London, Scotland) √ 21 May
Red Rose Read any romance novel - Love Comes Silently √ 29 May
Congrats to all the finishers so far :)
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of FlowersDuration: March 15, 2014 through June 14, 2014
Level: Container Garden
Completed: 12/12 - All Done!
Lilac: Divergent by Veronic Roth (3/24)★★★★
Alstroemeria: One Night by RJ Scott (3/26)★★★★
Iris: My Life with Snoopy by Joey Camen (3/31)★★★★1/2
Orange Blossom: Promise Canyon by Robyn Carr (4/6)★★★★
Tulip: Lady of the Lake (from When Good Things Happen to Bad Boys) by Erin McCarthy (4/7)★★★★1/2
Daffodil: The King by J.R. Ward (4/17)★★★★★
Daisy: Maggie Mine by Starla Kaye (4/22)★★★
Snapdragon: Salem Falls by Jodi Picoult (4/30)★★★★★
Black-Eyed Susan: The Witness by Sandra Brown (5/7)★★★★1/2
Baby's Breath: Much Ado about Twelfth Night (from The One That Got Away) by Liz Carlyle (5/14)★★★★1/2
Anthurium: Carly's Rule by Vickie King (5/19)★★★1/2
Enchanter's Nightshade: Grave Peril by Jim Butcher (5/27)★★★★
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of FlowersStart: March 15, 2014
End: June 14, 2014
11/12 read
Alstroemeria flower- Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy It Had to Be You 5/29***
Anthurium- Read a book set in the hospitality industryThe Sweetest Thing 5/8 ****
Baby's Breath- Read a book in which the storyline includes a celebration The Power Trip6/2 ****
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character who is involved in the military Yours to Keep5/22 ****
Daisy-Read a book with a virginal character The Fifth Day of Christmas6/5 ***
Enchanter's Nightshade- Read a book involving magic Pies and Prejudice 5/24 ***
Larkspur- Read a humorous book The Undomestic Goddess
Lilac- Read a YA book Walking Disaster 3/21****
Orange Blossom- Read a book in which a main character is a parent His Final Bargain4/28 **
Orchid- Read a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40 The Maine Mutiny 5/26****
Snapdragon- Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something Nashville Noir 3/26***
Tulip- Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famousHollywood Wives(reread) 5/21 ****
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers8 books - Formal Arrangement
Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune: The Great Gatsby By F. Scott Fitzgerald
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality:
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice:
Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me": L’étranger By Albert Camus
Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence: The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins
Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty: Notre Dame De Paris: Extraits By Victor Hugo
A Red and White Rose is a symbol of unity, and the emblem of England: The Winter's Tale By William Shakespeare
A Red Rose is a symbol of passionate love: The Notebook By Nicholas Sparks
READ: 11/16✔Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy.
Tiger's Destiny - Colleen Houck 4/14
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
✔Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character who is involved in the legal profession, law enforcement, or military.
Retribution - Jilliane Hoffman (prosecutor) 4/15
✔Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. Read a book with a character who is immortal or has been "reborn", or who is starting over after a major life change.
Wilder - Christina Dodd (immortal) 5/22
✔Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. Read a book with a virginal character.
Rapture - Jacquelyn Frank (heroine is a naive virgin) 4/20
✔Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Read a book involving magic or witchcraft, or with a love at first sight story line.
Primal Cravings - Susan Sizemore (heroine is a witch) 5/28
Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. Read a book set in the world of sports, or with a playful, easy-going character.
✔Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me" Read a book with a French character, author, or setting, or one involving a close friendship.
Lethal Legacy - Linda Fairstein (close friendships) 4/20
✔Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
One Hot Mess - Lois Greiman (humor) 4/17
✔Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. Read a YA or children's book, or a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the story line.
Unwind - Neal Shusterman (3 mc under 16) 5/21
✔Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Read a book in which a main character is or has been pregnant, or is a parent.
The 9th Girl - Tami Hoag (heroine is a parent) 5/21
✔Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Read a book with a character known for exceptional beauty, or a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40.
The False-Hearted Teddy - John J. Lamb (m.c. is 47) 5/25
✔Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage. Read an LGBT book, one with multi-cultural characters, or where a character is dealing with intolerance, favoritism, unfairness, etc.
The Last Oracle - James Rollins (Russian/Indian/Gypsy characters) 5/30
Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something, or someone has unfair and/or untrue assumptions made about them.
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love. Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famous.
Congrats Suzanne, Joann, Shelby, Jane(PS), Laila Jane, and Julianna!Good luck to those who haven't finished yet...you've still got almost 2 weeks left!!!
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers8 books - Formal Arrangement
- Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune: The Great Gatsby By F. Scott Fitzgerald
- Anthurium symbolizes hospitality:
- Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice:
- Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me":
- Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence: The Hunger Games By Suzanne Collins
- Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty: Notre Dame De Paris: Extraits By Victor Hugo
- A Red and White Rose is a symbol of unity, and the emblem of England: The Winter's Tale By William Shakespeare
- A Red Rose is a symbol of passionate love: The Notebook By Nicholas Sparks
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of FlowersI'm going for 16 books- Cottage Garden
with the possibility of doing the bonus
16/16
Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. The Collector(Male MC is wealthy)
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Recipe for Seduction (Female MC is a wedding planner)
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Second Chance Bride (wedding)
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Until Nico (Male MC is a bounty hunter)
Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. Demon in Disguise
Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. The Reluctant Rancher (Female MC is a virgin)
Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Shadow Spell
Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. Perfection (Male MC is playful)
Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me". Seducing the Playboy ( both MC knew each other since childhood)
Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. In Jack's Arms (female MC's brother is a part of the storyline because her decisions are based on him)
Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Baby & the Beast (female lead was pregnant and then had the baby)
Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Read to Me (Female MC is over 40)
Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage. Read an LGBT book, one with multi-cultural characters, or where a character is dealing with intolerance, favoritism, unfairness, etc.
Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Heart of Stone (Family Stone #3 Riley)
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love. All Out of Love Male MC is a professional football character)
Bonus: A rose by any other name color...
The rose in general is a symbol of love, but different colors of roses also have different meanings.
A Pink Rose is a symbol of friendship.Somebody to Love
A Dark Crimson Rose is a symbol of mourning. Read a book with a main character who is a widow or widower, or who is mourning the loss of a loved one.
A Red and White Rose is a symbol of unity, and the emblem of England. Read a book where the main characters are in an established, committed relationship throughout the book, or a book set in England or with an English author or character.
A Red Rose is a symbol of passionate love. Until November
Congrats, Jane (PS), Laila Jane, Julianna, and Carla!
Congrats to all the finishers so far!RRRC Quarterly Flower Challenge
Duration: March 15, 2014 - June 14, 2014
Level: Cottage Garden
16/16 Done Yay!
1. Alstroemeria:
2. Anthurium:
3. Baby's Breath:
4. Black-Eyed Susan:
5. Daffodil:
6. Daisy:
7. Nightshade:
8. Hyacinth:
9. Iris:
10. Larkspur:
11. Lilac:
12. Orange Blossom:
13. Orchid:
14. Protea:
15. Snapdragon
16. Tulip:
I've already failed out of the Yahtzee Challenge, so maybe I can do better here! My goal is Formal Arrangement. Crossing my fingers...4 of 8 completed
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers
March 15, 2014 through June 14, 2014
Challenge Levels
4 books read - Nosegay
8 books read - Formal Arrangement
12 books read - Container Garden
16 books read - Cottage Garden
With Bonus - Ready to Start Your Own Nursery!
Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy. Rush by Maya Banks ***.5 - finished 4/5/14
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration. Ask For It by Sylvia Day *** - finished 4/30/14 This was a book I COULD put down.
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character who is involved in the legal profession, law enforcement, or military. The Sassy Belles by Beth Albright **** - finished 5/17/14. Totally enjoyed this book set in Tuscaloosa, Alabama... ROLL TIDE!
Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. Read a book with a character who is immortal or has been "reborn", or who is starting over after a major life change.
Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. Read a book with a virginal character.
Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Read a book involving magic or witchcraft, or with a love at first sight storyline.
Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. Read a book set in the world of sports, or with a playful, easy-going character.
Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me" Read a book with a French character, author, or setting, or one involving a close friendship. Wedding Belles by Beth Albright **** - finished 6/4/14. I have enjoyed reading this new to me author and will continue reading the series - and it's set in Tuscaloosa, Alabama home of the Crimson Tide. Yippeeeeee!
Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. Read a YA or children's book, or a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the storyline.
Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Read a book in which a main character is or has been pregnant, or is a parent.
Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Read a book with a character known for exceptional beauty, or a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40.
Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage. Read an LGBT book, one with multi-cultural characters, or where a character is dealing with intolerance, favoritism, unfairness, etc.
Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something, or someone has unfair and/or untrue assumptions made about them.
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love. Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famous.
Bonus: A rose by any other name color...
The rose in general is a symbol of love, but different colors of roses also have different meanings.
A Pink Rose is a symbol of friendship. Read a book with a friends to lovers plot.
A Dark Crimson Rose is a symbol of mourning. Read a book with a main character who is a widow or widower, or who is mourning the loss of a loved one.
A Red and White Rose is a symbol of unity, and the emblem of England. Read a book where the main characters are in an established, committed relationship throughout the book, or a book set in England or with an English author or character.
A Red Rose is a symbol of passionate love. Read any romance novel.
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Quarterly Challenge - The Language of FlowersMarch 15, 2014 through June 14, 2014
Challenge Levels Completed (11)
8 books read - Formal Arrangement
12 books read - Container Garden (working on it)
16 books read - Cottage Garden
With Bonus - Ready to Start Your Own Nursery!
Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy.
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character law enforcement.
The Heist (Fox and O'Hare #1) by Janet Evanovich, Lee Goldberg 14 Apr 2014 ~ 3 ½ ★s
Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. Read a book with a character has been "reborn", or who is starting over after a major life change.
Shield of Winter by Nalini Singh 8 June 2014 ~ 5 ★s
Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. Read a book with a virginal character.
The Best Man (Blue Heron #1) by Kristan Higgins 25 May 2014 ~ 3 ½ ★s
Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Read a book involving magic or witchcraft.
Shadow Spell (The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy #2) by Nora Roberts 19 May 2014 ~ 4 ½ ★s
Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. Read a book set in the world of sports.
The Hero (Thunder Point #3) by Robyn Carr 24 May 2014 ~ 4 ★s
Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. Also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me" Read a book with involving a close friendship.
The Search by Nora Roberts 01 June 2014 ~ 4 ★s
Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. Read a YA or children's book. Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman, Skottie Young (Illustrator) 13 Apr 2014 ~ 4 ★s
Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Read a book in which a main character is or has been pregnant, or is a parent.
Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Read a book with a character known for exceptional beauty, or at least one of the main characters is over 40.
Stardust by Neil Gaiman 15 Mar 2014 ~ 4 ½ ★s
Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage. Read an LGBT book or where a character is dealing with intolerance, unfairness, etc.
Allegiance: A Dublin Novella by Heather Domin ~ 4 ★s
Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something, or someone has unfair and/or untrue assumptions made about them.
If You See Her (The Ash Trilogy #2) by Shiloh Walker 26 Mar 2014 ~ 3 ★s
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famous.
One Summer (Celebrity Magazine #2) by Nora Roberts 25 May 2014 ~ 3 ★s
Congrats, ValorieAnd good luck with finishing the bonus, Cheryl...you still have about a week to work on it!
ALL DONE!!!! Thanks for a great challenge Karen.Challenge Level = 12 Books (Container Garden)
Books Read = 12/12
√ Alstroemeria - Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy.
Book: Climbing High by Madelon Smid read 6/5/14 ★★★
√ Anthurium - Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
Book: Here Comes Trouble by Donna Kauffman read 6/10/14 ★★★
√ Baby's Breath - Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
Book: A Necessary Deception by Laurie Alice Eakes read 6/8/14 ★★★
√ Black-Eyed Susan - main character who is involved law enforcement.
Book: The Best Man by Kristan Higgins
Read 3/23/14 ★★★
√ Daffodil - Read a book with a character who is starting over after a major life change.
Book: Finding Pride by Jill Sanders read 6/9/14 ★
√ Daisy - Read a book with a virginal character.
Book: Seize The Fire by Laura Kinsale
Read 3/26/14 ★★★
√ Enchanter's Nightshade - Read a book involving magic or witchcraft.
Book: The Calling by Jennifer Ashley
Read 5/3/14 ★★★
√ Iris - Read a book with a French character, author, or setting.
Book: Black Ice by Anne Stuart
Read 6/1/14 ★★★
√ Larkspur - Read a humorous book.
Book: Getting Rid Of Bradley by Jennifer Cruise
Read 3/18/14 ★★★
√ Lilac - Read a a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the storyline.
Book: Carolina Man by Virginia Kantra
Read 6/12/14 ★★★★
√ Orange Blossom - Read a book in which a main character is a parent.
Book: Larkspur Cove by Lisa Wingate
Read 3/17/14 ★★★★★
√ Snapdragon - Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something.
Book: Our Little Secrets by Merry Farmer read 5/26/14 ★★★
Finished in the nick of time!Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers
Start: March 15, 2014
End: June 14, 2014
12/12 read
Alstroemeria flower- Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy It Had to Be You 5/29***
Anthurium- Read a book set in the hospitality industryThe Sweetest Thing 5/8 ****
Baby's Breath- Read a book in which the storyline includes a celebration The Power Trip6/2 ****
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character who is involved in the military Yours to Keep5/22 ****
Daisy-Read a book with a virginal character The Fifth Day of Christmas6/5 ***
Enchanter's Nightshade- Read a book involving magic Pies and Prejudice 5/24 ***
Larkspur- Read a humorous book The Undomestic Goddess6/13 ***
Lilac- Read a YA book Walking Disaster 3/21****
Orange Blossom- Read a book in which a main character is a parent His Final Bargain4/28 **
Orchid- Read a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40 The Maine Mutiny 5/26****
Snapdragon- Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something Nashville Noir 3/26***
Tulip- Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famousHollywood Wives(reread) 5/21 ****
The Launguage of Flowers Quarterly ChallengeMarch 15 - June 14
No page limit
With Bonus - Ready to Start Your Own Nursery!
Read: 19
Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. If I Were You
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Simply Irresistible
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Taken to the Edge: The Complete Set
Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. The Power of One
Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. Betrayal
Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Magical Influence: Book One
Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. The Sweetest Thing
Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. Shades of Pearl
Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. The Frog Prince
Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. A Moment
Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Abandon
Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Invitation to Seduction
Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. Body on Fire
Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Selling Scarlett
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love. Flawed Body Rock
Bonus: A rose by any other name color...
The rose in general is a symbol of love, but different colors of roses also have different meanings.
A Pink Rose is a symbol of friendship. Wait for You
A Dark Crimson Rose is a symbol of mourning. On Mystic Lake
A Red and White Rose is a symbol of unity, and the emblem of England. Blonde & Blue
A Red Rose is a symbol of passionate love. Hook's Pan
ALL DONE! :)The Language of Flowers Quarterly Challenge
March 15 - June 14, 2014
Challenge Level: Ready to Start Your Own Nursery!
Alstroemeria: The Princess by Jude Deveraux 04/12 ✿✿✿✿ (JT Montgomery is extremely wealthy)
Anthurium: Edible by Ella Frank 04/11 ✿✿✿✿ (mostly set in restaurant)
Baby's Breath: Summer in the City by Elizabeth Chandler 03/27 ✿✿ (Baltimore Honfest in storyline)
Black-Eyed Susan: Dangerous Games by Lora Leigh 04/19 ✿✿✿✿ (main character is a Navy SEAL)
Daffodil: Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward 05/15 ✿✿✿✿ (main character is starting over)
Daisy: The Promise in a Kiss by Stephanie Laurens 04/17 ✿✿✿ (virginal character)
Enchanter's Nightshade: Edge of Craving by Rhyannon Byrd 03/29 ✿✿✿ (involves magic or witchcraft)
Hyacinth: Lady Be Good by Susan Elizabeth Phillips 03/17 ✿✿✿✿ (with a playful, easy-going character)
Iris: Sweet Filthy Boy by Christina Lauren 05/23 ✿✿ (with French character and setting)
Larkspur: The Lion's Daughter by Loretta Chase 05/21 ✿✿✿ (with snobbish, patronizing character)
Lilac: Paper Towns by John Green 03/28 ✿✿✿✿✿ (a YA book)
Orange Blossom: Twisted by Emma Chase 03/26 ✿✿✿ (main character is pregnant)
Orchid: A Wedding Story by Susan Kay Law 04/11 ✿✿✿ (with character known for exceptional beauty)
Protea: Total Rush by Deirdre Martin 04/18 ✿✿✿ (with multi-cultural characters)
Snapdragon: The Bad Man's Bride by Susan Kay Law 04/09 ✿✿✿✿ (hero has untrue assumptions made about him)
Tulip: Glitter Baby by Susan Elizabeth Phillips 03/19 ✿✿ (main characters are famous)
Bonus:
Pink Rose: Only Mine by Elizabeth Lowell 04/08 ✿✿✿✿ (friends to lovers plot)
Dark Crimson Rose: Marry Me by Susan Kay Law 04/10 ✿✿✿✿ (main character is widower)
Red and White Rose: That Scandalous Evening by Christina Dodd 04/25 ✿✿✿ (set in England)
Red Rose: Romancing the Duke by Tessa Dare 04/24 ✿✿✿ (any romance novel)
I finally finished it!Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers
Duration : March 15, 2014 - June 14, 2014
Challenge Level: Formal Arrangement
Read 8/8 books
Baby's Breath (a book in which the storyline includes a celebration) - Le Bouclier Arverne by René Goscinny - 25/03/14
Daffodil (a book with a character who is starting over after a major life change) - Klingsor's Last Summer by Hermann Hesse - 05/04/14
Daisy (a book with a virginal character) - Pale Horse, Pale Rider by Katherine Anne Porter - 14/06/14
Iris (a book with a French character, author, or setting) - Asterix et les Normands by Rene de Goscinny - 29/03/14
Larkspur (a humorous book) - On a marché sur la lune by Hergé - 21/04/14
Lilac (a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the storyline) - 3,096 Days by Natascha Kampusch - 28/03/14
Orange (a book in which a main character is a parent) - Damage by Josephine Hart - 03/06/14
Orchid (a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40) - Life with Picasso by Françoise Gilot - 22/04/14
Congrats, Kay and Someoneyouknow!
Quarterly Challenge - The Language of Flowers3/15 to 6/14
1. Alstroemeria: on of the MCs is wealthy: Hot Chocolate by Dawn Greenfield Ireland: 3/17
2. Anthurium: set partly/mostly in a bar: Mai Tai One On by Jill Marie Landis: 4/3
3. Baby's Breath: storyline includes a festival: Death at Devil's Bridge by Robin Paige: 3/17
4. Black-eyed Susan: Character involved in law enforcement: Since You're Leaving Anyway, Take Out the Trash by Dixie Cash: 3/19
5. Daffodil: character starting over after a major life change: The Dreaming: A Novel of Australia by Barbara Wood: 3/29
6. Daisy: a virginal character: A Knight's Vow by Lynn Kurland: 4/9
7. Enchanter's Nightshade: plotline includes magic: Mimosa Grove by Dinah McCall: 4/1
8. Hyacinth: a playful, easy going character: Nate: Magnolia Moon by JoAnn Ross: 5/7
9. Iris: set in France: The Silver Locket by Margaret James: 4/13
10. Larkspur: humorous book: The Rocky Road to Romance by Janet Evanovich: 3/30
11. Lilac: a child plays important role in story: Sparks Fly by Katie MacAlister: 5/3
12. Orange Blossom: MC is a parent: Murder in Jackson Hole by J. Royal Horton: 4/21
13. Orchid: at least one of the MCs is over 40: The Dante Game by Jane Langton: 4/18
14. Protea: LGBT: The FitzOsbornes in Exile by Michelle Cooper: 5/28
15. Snapdragon: someone has unfair/untrue assumptions made about them: Katie MacAlister: 5/3
16. Tulip: romance with at least one famous person in book: The Splendour Falls by Susanna Kearsley: 5/14
17. Rose - Pink: friends to lovers plot: Just Like Heaven by Julia Quinn: 6/14
18. Rose - Dark Crimson: MC a widower: Sinister by Lisa Jackson: 4/7
19. Rose - Red/White: set in England/English author: Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie: 3/19
20. Rose - Red: Tell Me by Lisa Jackson: 4/17
Done
Congrats, Margaret, Leeann, Tina, Kay, Someoneyouknow, and Laurie!
For some reason I was thinking this finished the 20th so my last completed read was on the 18th but I'm counting it. I'm still one book shy because Penelope and the Prince just wasn't catching my fancy. Sigh. I hope to do better next time. :)
Duration: March 15 - June 14, 2014Level: Cottage Garden
READ: 13/16
✔Alstroemeria flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. Read a book in which one of the main characters is extremely wealthy.
Tiger's Destiny - Colleen Houck 4/14
Anthurium symbolizes hospitality. Read a book set in the hospitality industry (restaurant, bar, hotel, bed and breakfast, event planner, etc).
Baby's Breath symbolizes festivity. Read a book in which the storyline includes a party, festival, or celebration.
✔Black-Eyed Susan symbolizes justice. Read a book with a character who is involved in the legal profession, law enforcement, or military.
Retribution - Jilliane Hoffman (prosecutor) 4/15
✔Daffodil symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of rebirth, new beginnings and eternal life. Read a book with a character who is immortal or has been "reborn", or who is starting over after a major life change.
Wilder - Christina Dodd (immortal) 5/22
✔Daisy symbolizes innocence and purity. Read a book with a virginal character.
Rapture - Jacquelyn Frank (heroine is a naive virgin) 4/20
✔Enchanter's Nightshade symbolizes witchcraft, sorcery, and enchantment. Read a book involving magic or witchcraft, or with a love at first sight story line.
Primal Cravings - Susan Sizemore (heroine is a witch) 5/28
✔Hyacinth symbolizes playfulness and a sporty attitude. Read a book set in the world of sports, or with a playful, easy-going character.
It Had to Be You - Jill Shalvis 6/8
✔Iris symbolizes Faith, Hope, Wisdom and Valour. It is the emblem of France, and also means "Your Friendship Means So Much to Me" Read a book with a French character, author, or setting, or one involving a close friendship.
Lethal Legacy - Linda Fairstein (close friendships) 4/20
✔Larkspur symbolizes levity or lightness. It is also indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Read a humorous book, or one with a snobbish, patronizing character.
One Hot Mess - Lois Greiman (humor) 4/17
✔Lilac symbolizes youthful innocence and confidence. Read a YA or children's book, or a book in which a child or teen plays an important part in the story line.
Unwind - Neal Shusterman (3 mc under 16) 5/21
✔Orange Blossom symbolizes fertility. Read a book in which a main character is or has been pregnant, or is a parent.
The 9th Girl - Tami Hoag (heroine is a parent) 5/21
✔Orchid is a symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm. Read a book with a character known for exceptional beauty, or a book where at least one of the main characters is over 40.
The False-Hearted Teddy - John J. Lamb (m.c. is 47) 5/25
✔Protea symbolizes change and transformation. It signifies daring and resourcefulness. It is symbolic of diversity and courage. Read an LGBT book, one with multi-cultural characters, or where a character is dealing with intolerance, favoritism, unfairness, etc.
The Last Oracle - James Rollins (Russian/Indian/Gypsy characters) 5/30
✔Snapdragon symbolizes deception and presumption. Read a book in which one of the main characters is hiding something, or someone has unfair and/or untrue assumptions made about them.
Don't Tell - Karen Rose 6/6
Tulip signifies a declaration of love. It also symbolizes fame and perfect love. Read a romance in which at least one of the main characters is famous.
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