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Aphrodisiac Categories - Part I:◆Almonds: According to folklore, the scent of almonds makes women feel amorous. But this one's better off left in fairytale land, according to Dolores Kent, MD, a gynecologist and cosmetic surgeon in Los Angeles. But here's the interesting news: An ingredient in almonds might actually be beneficial for your overall sex drive. "Almonds contain L-arginine, a substance that is found in some medicated creams and gels that you apply to the genitals to increase arousal," she says. While it's not clear how many almonds you'd need to eat to reap the same libido-boosting effects, Dr. Kent says it wouldn't hurt to snack on almonds every once in a while in the name of better sex (and health). Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Greek mythology holds Zeus responsible for the creation of the artichoke. After being rejected by a beautiful young woman, the god turned his object of affection into a thorny and difficult thistle. Tough on the outside and soft on the inside, artichokes are well versed in the game of hard-to-get, but their history as an aphrodisiac is mostly due to folklore. Catherine de Medici, known for her insatiable appetite for both food and romance, brought artichokes to France when she married Henry II. 17th century French writer and sexologist Dr. Nicolas Venette reported that Swedish women who were feeling neglected in the bedroom would serve their husbands artichokes in an effort to increase their desire and stamina. Whether or not you believe in the romantic power of the artichoke, eating one certainly won’t hurt. They’re packed with healthy antioxidants and they’re delicious too! Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: The Vitamin E in these green eats helps your body churn out hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone, which circulate in your bloodstream and stimulate sexual responses like clitoral swelling and vaginal lubrication. (FYI: The Aztecs even named avocadoes after testicles, notes board-certified sexologist Tammy Nelson, Ph.D., author of Getting the Sex You Want: Shed Your Inhibitions and Reach New Heights of Passion Together. If you want a delicious salad using both these ingredients, try Asparagus & Potato Salad (link to website) from the book The Oh She Glows Cookbook: Over 100 Vegan Recipes to Glow from the Inside Out, by Angela Liddon. It was a huge hit with my family! FYI, about asparagus: Is it true not everyone's urine smells after asparagus? Well, it depends on a gene. And NOT the genes of the person consuming the asparagus, but the genes of the person smelling the urine. LOL! (I thought it was the other way around.) From WebMD, & to save room, put under a (view spoiler). Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Well, obviously it's the shape, which makes you think of sex. Also, all that potassium is required for muscle contraction, which you definitely need for super-intense orgasms. Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Beets have long been considered an aphrodisiac in many cultures. Ancient Romans believed that beets and their juice promoted amorous feelings. Frescoes of beets decorate the walls of the Lupanare brothel in Pompeii. In Greek mythology Aphrodite ate beets to enhance her appeal. This quaint folklore actually has some basis in reality. Beets are a natural source of tryptophan and betaine, both substances that promote a feeling of well-being. They also contain high amounts of boron, a trace mineral that increases the level of sex hormones in the human body. Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Caviar is associated with new life. In fact, eggs were considered the ultimate symbol of fertility for many ancient nations. The sense of luxury that comes with dipping your spoon into a bowl of caviar makes the experience far sexier than the act of consuming more pedestrian chicken eggs. The tactile sensation of the black pearls bursting against the tongue adds to the sensualist’s delight with this gastronomic indulgence. Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: It’s not the sexiest of foods, but it contains phyto-androgens, which is similar to testosterone and can increase sexual desire in women. Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines.
◆Champagne: While it's true that alcoholic drinks can reduce your inhibitions, do they really increase your sex drive? Most won't, says Dr. Schwartz, who notes that many alcoholic beverages actually have the reverse effect: They'll give you a buzz, but quickly leave you with little energy or a lack of the blood flow that you need for arousal. Champagne, however, is the exception, she says. "Champagne is the perfect arousal drink," she explains. "Because of the carbonation, you don't have to drink as much and you feel the effects a lot quicker." Read a book where a wedding takes place.
◆Cherries: This superfruit is packed with feel-good vitamins (A, C, and E), potassium, magnesium, folate, iron, and more. It also has melatonin, an antioxidant to help regulate your heart. Plus, any woman who can tie a knot in a cherry stem while it's inside her mouth in going to do wonders for a male's libido. Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
◆Chocolate: Cocoa contains the chemical phenylethylamine, a stimulant that conjures just the sort of subtle feelings of well-being and excitement that make sex seem like a great idea. Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
Aphrodisiac Categories - Part II:◆Figs: Figs, whose leaves became clothing in the biblical story of Adam and Eve, are filled with antioxidants, flavonoids, fiber and potassium. They are the ultimate paradox in sensual food; their many seeds represent fertility while their leaves are associated with modesty. Rumored to be Cleopatra’s favorite fruit, the erotically shaped fig has been associated with sexuality in almost every culture. In Ancient Greece, where they were believed to be a symbol of love, the arrival of a new fig crop elicited a copulatory ritual. Try them drizzled with honey for an aphrodisiac flavor sensation. Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Many aphrodisiacs gain their reputation because of their resemblance to sexual organs. This is true for ginseng, an Asian herb used to boost immune function, whose name means "man root." According to the FDA, "Ginseng has been looked on as an invigorating and rejuvenating agent for centuries in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India." Studies have shown that ginseng may sexually stimulate animals, but there is no conclusive evidence that it has any effect on a human's sexual response. Feel free to give it a try though! Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: They don't call it a "honeymoon" for nothing! Ancient customs encouraged newlyweds to drink mead, a fermented drink made with honey, to increase fertility and add sweetness to the marriage. But you don't need mead to sweeten your relationship — enjoy honey on its own, dissolved in tea, or in place of sugar. Honey is also known for its cancer-fighting antioxidants and wound-healing powers, though the most erotic thing you can do is drizzle it on your lover and lick it off. Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Capsaicin, a chemical found in fiery peppers, increases circulation to get blood pumping and stimulates nerve endings so you'll feel more turned on. Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): The Chinese have used licorice for medicinal purposes since ancient times. The essence of the Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) plan, glycrrhizin, is 50 time sweeter than sugar. Chewing on bits of licorice root is said to enhance love and lust. It is particularly stimulating to woman. Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: This sweet root vegetables has been nicknamed Peruvian Viagra, and animal studies have indicated some aphrodisiac qualities, although this hasn’t been extensively tested on humans. It is also thought to increase stamina and heighten awareness. Really, the studies are quite interesting on its aphrodisiac effect; if you want to read more, check out this Psychology Today article. Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Mustard is the oldest condiment known to the human race, although no one knows for sure who first used it to flavor food. It is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt where seeds have been found in the tombs of the ancient pharaohs. It is believed to stimulate the sexual glands and increase desire; in European history, it has long been considered a potent aphrodisiac. Throughout much of recorded time, monks were not permitted to ingest mustard for it was believed to lead the men of God down the path to temptation. The ancient Chinese also considered mustard an aphrodisiac due to its spicy hot taste. Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Packed with antioxidants, olives and their oil have been used for centuries for health. The Greeks believed they made men more virile as well. Olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are critical for a healthy heart, blood flow and hormone production, says Beverly Whipple, of the World Association of Sexology. Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: We know, we know, oysters as an aphrodisiac sounds so clichéd, but they really can spark randiness. These shellfish are brimming with zinc, a mineral that cranks up the production of testosterone, which has been linked to a higher sex drive. The funniest thing I ever heard anyone say about oysters was when were we eating them at a dinner party and one guy said to his wife, "Sweetheart, remember when I ate eight of these one night and one of them didn't work?" LOL! Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: High in energizing zinc, which has been linked to a healthy sex drive, pine nuts are also considered aphrodisiacs because of the effort required to procure these oily gems from pine cones. Make a pesto with pine nuts, basil and olive oil, which The Doctors say also helps performance down there. Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
Aphrodisiac Categories - Part III:◆Pomegranates: The pom owes its passion power to antioxidants, which protect the lining of blood vessels, allowing more blood to course through them. The upshot? Increased genital sensitivity. Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Put them in your mouth and... well... **coughcough** ...you know. Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Besides relaxing you faster than a neck rub can, red wine contains resveratrol, an antioxidant that helps boost blood flow and improves circulation before and during intercourse. Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: They're packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which keep sex-hormone production at its peak. (Pumpkin seeds and flaxseeds also contain this good stuff.) Read a book that is third in a series.
◆Strawberries: These delicious summer berries are considered erotic because of their likeness to nipples. They're also a rich source of vitamin C, fiber, and water. Eat them on their own, or add them to your favorite salad, smoothie, or dessert. If you want to multiply the berries' "aphrodisiac" powers, dip them in warm chocolate and feed them to your lover! Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles: Throughout history, truffles, both black and white, have been dubbed everything from the “diamonds of cookery” to the “testicles of the earth.” Today, its generally accepted that a large part of their allure is their rarity. And let us not forget that truffles are among the world’s most healthy indulgences. The scientific community is yet to weigh in on whether or not their high concentration of protein, (needed for sustained energy if you know what I mean) and amino acids lends to truffles aphrodisiac attributes. But clearly, their nutritional makeup doesn’t hurt their potential to make the heart (and a few other things) flutter. The Greeks and the Romans considered the rare Truffle to be an aphrodisiac. You see, the scent of truffles is extremely similar to a male pheromone. This musky scent is said to stimulate and sensitize the skin. Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
◆Vanilla: Post-dinner, devour ice cream flavored with this sweet bean. It mildly stimulates nerves, making sexual sensations feel even better. Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Make yours a watermelon martini. The juicy fruit contains the phytonutrient citrulline, which leads to an uptick in the amount of nitric oxide in your body. That spike causes blood vessels to relax and speeds up circulation. As a result, you'll get more aroused in less time. Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: A great source of vitamin E, which could help you in the bedroom. "Vitamin E is often called the main sex vitamin," says Lauri Grossman, DC, the chair of the Department of Medicine and Humanistic Studies at the American Medical College of Homeopathy. "It's a powerful antiaging antioxidant that protects cell membranes from free-radical damage and is required for the synthesis of hormones." It also helps female bodies balance estrogen. Too much estrogen, explains Dr. Grossman, can cause PMS, anxiety, bloating, headaches, muscle aches and mood swings—all things that put a damper on a woman's sex drive. (Personally, I think these little guys look like the moment of conception, when the sperm meets the egg.) Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Decadent yet light as air, it just isn't dessert without this rich topping. While there's no evidence that whipped cream will boost libido, it's sure to put you in the mood. (Or maybe that's only if you apply it correctly. Then get some “exercise.” LOL!) Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
I'll give it a tryI'll do Option 3 with a bit of both for a total of 30 books :)
RLftCI: Aphrodisiacs
Duration: March 20, 2016 - ?
16/30
Spell-It-Out
Chocolate Strawberries
C ~ Chant, Zoe - Hero Bear 8/3/16
H ~ Her Dark Angel - Felicity Heaton 4/16/16
O ~ Onyx Dragon - Terry Bolryder 8/9/16
C ~
O ~ One Bear and a Baby - Harmony Raines 7/20/16
L ~ The Lost Slipper - Alexa Riley 6/13/16
A ~ Acapulco Adventure - Marilyn Conner Miles 8/2/16
T ~
E ~ Eloisa James - A Gentleman Never Tells 7/2/16
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S ~ Sapphire Dragon - Terry Bolryder 8/10/16
T ~ Terry Boryder - King of Rock
R ~ Rowling, J.K. - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
A ~ Accidentally...Evil? - Mimi Jean Pamfiloff 5/31/16
W ~
B ~ Born of Legend - Sherrilyn Kenyon
E ~ Evanovich, Janet - The Pursuit 8/5/16
R ~ Riley, Alexa - Lassoing the Virgin Mail Order Bride 3/31/16
R ~ Riding Red - Alexa Riley 6/11/16
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E ~
S ~ Sherrilyn Kenyon - Dragonmark
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✔◆Almonds: Read a book based on a fairytale theme.
Finding Snow by Alexa Riley
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
✔◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby.
Her Bear and a Baby by Harmony Raines 8/4/16
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. Glory in Death by J.D. Robb heroine named Eve
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
✔◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
Fire Touched by Patricia Briggs 6/7/16 Has Fire in the title
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
✔◆Oysters: Read a book set in a seaside town.
Bad for You by Abbi Glines 6/2/16
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series. Rome by Jay Crownover Marked Men #3
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover. Wicked Appetite by Janet Evanovich
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
Catherine wrote: "I may try this :)"Neat, Catherine...keep me posted. :o)
Welcome to the challenge, Brenda!
I love challenges with no time limits. To start with I'm going for Option 1 - Sensory Gate: Feel = 16-20 books
CATEGORIES
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series.
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
I love the set your own pace too...Started: 3/19/16
Finished: 10/22/16
30/30
Levels:
Sensory Gate: Touch = 25-30 books
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. - Into the Fire - 3/23
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology. - Rooted - 3/31
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it - Every Breath She Takes - 3/24
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. -
- 10/22◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel. - Desperate Thoughts: The Gift - 4/8
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover. -
- 3/29◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines. - Prayer - 5/19
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place. - God's Eye - 4/9
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero. - My Brother's Lover - 3/23
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown. -
- 4/25◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. - Sizzle - 5/23
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler. - Summer Desserts - 5/11
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. - Rapture in Death - 5/6
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name. - Hot Pursuit - 5/13
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover. -
- 4/7◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline. - Angel's Peak - 6/4
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine. - Miracle - 8/11
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert. - Mister O - 5/4
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town. - Safe Harbor - 4/14
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present. - What We Find - 6/14
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit. - Happy Ever After - 5/21
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline. - Dark of Night - 4/10
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover. -
- 7/13◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series. - Five Miles - 4/11
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover. -
- 4/4◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author. - One with You - 4/18
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.” - Plenty of Chances by Lara Valentine - 4/13
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover. - Fatal Mistake - 4/12
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm. - Worth It All - 5/9
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. -
- 4/20
Intriguing. Before I commit, I was hoping you could clarify a couple of things for me.1. If we choose to pursue categories, do we choose which aphrodisiacs to use for our challenge, or did you want us to choose one of the three groupings (aphrodisiacs parts I, II, or III)?
2. Do we track our challenge here or in a different thread?
Thanks, Lisa Kay!
sounds intriguingI will try for 10
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◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
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◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
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◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
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◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
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◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
HEAC, AphrodisiacsStart: March 19, 2016 - ???
Option 2: Spell-It-Out T/A/S/C (ignore a/an/the)
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I'm in. Will let you know which books later.Thanks.
Great and imaginative Challenge, Lisa Kay! I'm going to try and finish all the categories sometime this year. Lisa's TRACKING POST 30/30. COMPLETED
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme. Set in LA.
by Cassandra Clare. 6/5/16. ★★★★◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
. 6/17/16. ★★★◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
. 4/21/16. ★★★★☆◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting. Partly set in the Caribbean.
by Emily March. 5/3/16. ★★★★◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
. 4/6/16. ★★★☆◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
by J R Ward. 4/13/16. ★★★★★◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines. Carmen Pagano is 5' 10" and is noted as being tall several times.
by Susan Fanetti. 3/25/16. ★★★★☆◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place. Wedding - Cyborg style!
. 4/7/16. ★★★◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero. Several virgin heroines to choose from..
by T J Brown. 3/29/16. ★★★☆◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
7/31/16. ★★★★◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. Eve Marshall from Trial By Fire by Jo Davis. 5/17/16. ★★★
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
by Courtney Milan. 4/3/16. ★★★☆◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
. Two characters are detectives posing as honeymooners. 3/27/16. ★★◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
by Alexandra Ivy. 4/15/16. ★★★☆◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
by Sherri L King. 3/23/16. ★★◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
by Emily March. 5/12/16. ★★★★◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
by Zoe Archer. 4/15/16. ★★★☆◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
by Laura Kaye. 3/27/16. ★★★★◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
by Susan Fanetti. 4/23/16. ★★★☆◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
. 3/23/16. ★★★★◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
by Cassandra Clare. 4/2/16. ★★★★. (The history between Tessa, Jem and Will always brings a tear to my eye, LOL)◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
by Suzanne Brockmann. 4/9/16. ★★★★★◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
byPamela Gibson. 7.12/16. ★★★◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series.
by Laurann Dohner. 4/25/16. ★★★◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
. 5/8/16. ★★★☆◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author. Waited two and half years for this one...
by Kalayna Price. 6/24/16. ★★★☆◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
by Viola Carr. 8/6/16. ★★★★☆◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
by Julia Quinn. 4/4/16. ★★★◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
.4/20/16. ★★★◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene. White on the cover and discussion of whipped cream, but being Emily March we actually don't read it, LOL.
4/22/16. ★★★★
Love this one :)TRACKING POST 0/30
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series.
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
Phe wrote: "...do we choose which aphrodisiacs to use for our challenge, or did you want us to choose one of the three groupings (aphrodisiacs parts I, II, or III)?"Sorry for the confusion, Phe. The only reason the posts are in separate comment fields (parts) is because each field (post) only holds so many characters. What with the pics and all the verbiage, they take up a lot of html code.
In other words, feel free to choose from any or all parts.
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Welcome to the challenge, Sally906, Karen ♐, Pamela, Dawn, Elaine, Lisa, Kim. and Valarie! I'll add your links later... when I'm not on my mobile and it isn't almost 2 a.m.!!
Okay, I'm in ... I love yearly challenges and those with no time limits, so I'll start by trying for 10 and see how I do. Better than I thought I would ... challenge updated 7/26/2016.CATEGORIES - 27/30
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HEAC - APHRODISIACS - A CHALLENGE FINISHED 25/25
*ARTICHOKE*
A Splendid Captivity Brita Addams 5*****
R (The) Rogue You Know Shana Galen 3***
T The Last Wicked Scoundrel Lorraine Heath 4****
I I Thee Wed Celeste Bradley 5*****
C Chase, Loretta Last Night's Scandal 3.5*
H Happily Bedded Bliss Tracy Anne Warren 5***** loved it!
O Only Beloved Mary Balogh 5*****
K (The) Knave of Hearts Elizabeth Boyle 4****
E Elisa Braden The Devil Is a Marquess 5*****
*Almonds Storming the Castle: An Original Short Story Eloisa James 5*****
*Asparagus & Avocados Nearly a Lady Alissa Johnson 4.5*
*Beets The Countess Conspiracy (Audio) Courtney Milan. Narrator Rosalyn Landor 3.5*
*Caviar A Study in Scandal Caroline Linden 4****
*Celery Douglas: Lord of Heartache Grace Burrowes 4****
*Champagne A Winter Wedding Amanda Forester 4****
*Cherries What I Did For a Duke Julie Anne Long 5*****
*Chocolate An Unsuitable Duchess Carolyn Jewel 4****
*Liquorice Desire Me Now Tiffany Clare 4****
*Oysters An American in Scotland Karen Ranney 4****
*Pomegranates Waking Up With the Duke Lorraine Heath 5*****
*Salmon and Walnuts Surrender to the Devil Lorraine Heath 5*****
*Strawberries Don't Tempt Me Loretta Chase 4.5*
*Vanilla A Carnal Agreement Silvia Violet 4****
*Watermelon Just Wicked Enough Lorraine Heath 5*****
*Whipped Cream A Midsummer Bride Amanda Forester 4****
Thanks, Lisa Kay :o)
Welcome to the challenge, Phe.
Aphrodisiacs ChallengeLevel: Sensory Gate: Touch = 25-30 books
Completion: 5/30
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines.
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◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
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◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
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◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
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◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series.
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles:
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
Ooh I will definitely try this one!Duration: March 22, 2016 - ?
Tracking Post: 7/30
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◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
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◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
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◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
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◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
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◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
Welcome to the challenge, Kristy & Jenn!
AphrodisiacsDuration: April -?
Current Level: Sensory Gate: Sight
books read:12
Levels:
Sensory Gate: Sound = 2-4 books
Sensory Gate: Smell = 5-9 books
Sensory Gate: Sight = 10-15 books
Sensory Gate: Feel = 16-20 books
Sensory Gate: Touch = 25-30 books
Sensory Gate: Mind Consciousness = 31-40 books
CATEGORIES -
◆Almonds: Sinful Cinderella4/8/16
◆Artichoke:
◆Asparagus & Avocados: The Dream Travelers' Society4/1/16
◆Bananas:Island of Lies4/12/16
◆Beets:
◆Caviar:
◆Celery:
◆Champagne: Ryelee's Cowboy5/15/16
◆Cherries: How (Not) to Kiss a Gargoyle4/8/16
◆Chocolate:
◆Figs:
◆Ginseng:
◆Honey:
◆Hot Chilies:Fire And Ice 4/13/16
◆Liquorice (licorice):
◆Maca:
◆Mustard: For All Time4/4/16
◆Olive Oil:Lara4/10/16
◆Oysters:
◆Pine Nuts:
◆Pomegranates:
◆Pop Rocks: The Tower Must Fall5/25/16
◆Red Wine:
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Prisoner of Time4/4/16
◆Strawberries:
◆Truffles:
◆Vanilla: Training Their Mate4/4/16
◆Watermelon: Murder at the Mansion
◆Wheat Germ:
◆Whipped Cream:
Welcome to the challenge, Donna!
Hi Lisa Kay, see message 22
Wow, Elaine! Congrats, BIG TIME!
Lisa Kay wrote: "Wow, Elaine! Congrats, BIG TIME!"Very much enjoyed this challenge - hope you'll set more BIG challenges!
Congratulations Elaine. Awesome reading. I'm two thirds of the way through and also enjoying this challenge... a lot.
Lisa - (Aussie Girl) wrote: "Congratulations Elaine. Awesome reading. I'm two thirds of the way through and also enjoying this challenge... a lot."Thanks, I really enjoyed it. Hope we can have some more challenges like this!
Elaine wrote: "Very much enjoyed this challenge - hope you'll set more BIG challenges! "Well, this one was definitely BIG. LOL! We'll see.
Lisa's TRACKING POST 28/30 - Nearly finished! See post 16 for the covers.◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme. Set in LA. Lady Midnight (The Dark Artifices #1) by Cassandra Clare by Cassandra Clare. 6/5/16. ★★★★
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology. The Darkest Torment (Lords of the Underworld, #12) by Gena Showalter. 6/17/16. ★★★
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.” America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray. 4/21/16. ★★★★☆
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting. Partly set in the Caribbean. Dreamweaver Trail (Eternity Springs, #8) by Emily March by Emily March. 5/3/16. ★★★★
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel. God's Eye (Northwomen Sagas, #1) by Susan Fanetti. 4/6/16. ★★★☆
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover. The Beast (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #14) by J.R. Ward by J R Ward. 4/13/16. ★★★★★
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines. Carmen Pagano is 5' 10" and is noted as being tall several times. Rooted (Pagano Family, #3) by Susan Fanetti by Susan Fanetti. 3/25/16. ★★★★☆
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place. Wedding - Cyborg style! Redeeming Zorus (Cyborg Seduction, #6) by Laurann Dohner. 4/7/16. ★★★
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero. Several virgin heroines to choose from.. Summerset Abbey by T.J. Brown by T J Brown. 3/29/16. ★★★☆
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. Eve Marshall from Trial By Fire by Jo Davis. 5/17/16. ★★★ Trial By Fire (Firefighters of Station Five, #1) by Jo Davis
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler. Her Every Wish (The Worth Saga #1.5) by Courtney Milan by Courtney Milan. 4/3/16. ★★★☆
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too. Cranberry Bluff by Deborah Garner. Two characters are detectives posing as honeymooners. 3/27/16. ★★
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name. Scorched by Darkness (Dragons of Eternity, #2) by Alexandra Ivy by Alexandra Ivy. 4/15/16. ★★★☆
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover. Steele (Sterling Files, #1) by Sherri L. King by Sherri L King. 3/23/16. ★★
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline. Teardrop Lane (Eternity Springs, #9) by Emily March by Emily March. 5/12/16. ★★★★
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine. Skies of Gold The Ether Chronicles by Zoe Archer by Zoe Archer. 4/15/16. ★★★☆
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert. Love in the Light (Hearts in Darkness, #2) by Laura Kaye by Laura Kaye. 3/27/16. ★★★★
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town. Deep (Pagano Family, #4) by Susan Fanetti by Susan Fanetti. 4/23/16. ★★★☆
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present. Once Upon a Marquess (The Worth Saga #1) by Courtney Milan. 3/23/16. ★★★★
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit. City of Heavenly Fire (The Mortal Instruments, #6) by Cassandra Clare by Cassandra Clare. 4/2/16. ★★★★. (The history between Tessa, Jem and Will always brings a tear to my eye, LOL)
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline. Dark of Night (Troubleshooters, #14) by Suzanne Brockmann by Suzanne Brockmann. 4/9/16. ★★★★★
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover. A Kiss of Cabernet (Love in Wine Country #1) by Pamela Gibson byPamela Gibson. 7.12/16. ★★★
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series. Melting Iron (Cyborg Seduction, #3) by Laurann Dohner by Laurann Dohner. 4/25/16. ★★★
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover. Earls Just Want to Have Fun (Covent Garden Cubs, #1) by Shana Galen. 5/8/16. ★★★☆
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author. Waited two and half years for this one... Grave Visions (Alex Craft, #4) by Kalayna Price by Kalayna Price. 6/24/16. ★★★☆
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover. Because of Miss Bridgerton (Rokesbys #1) by Julia Quinn by Julia Quinn. 4/4/16. ★★★
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm. Gabrielle Bride of Vermont (American Mail-Order Bride #14) by Emily Claire.4/20/16. ★★★
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene. White on the cover and discussion of whipped cream, but being Emily March we actually don't read it, LOL. Miracle Road (Eternity Springs, #7) by Emily March 4/22/16. ★★★★
FINISHED! Thanks for the awesome challenge Lisa Kay. See Post 16 for the covers. Lisa's TRACKING POST 30/30. COMPLETED
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme. Set in LA. Lady Midnight (The Dark Artifices #1) by Cassandra Clare by Cassandra Clare. 6/5/16. ★★★★
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology. The Darkest Torment (Lords of the Underworld, #12) by Gena Showalter. 6/17/16. ★★★
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.” America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray. 4/21/16. ★★★★☆
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting. Partly set in the Caribbean. Dreamweaver Trail (Eternity Springs, #8) by Emily March by Emily March. 5/3/16. ★★★★
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel. God's Eye (Northwomen Sagas, #1) by Susan Fanetti. 4/6/16. ★★★☆
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover. The Beast (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #14) by J.R. Ward by J R Ward. 4/13/16. ★★★★★
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines. Carmen Pagano is 5' 10" and is noted as being tall several times. Rooted (Pagano Family, #3) by Susan Fanetti by Susan Fanetti. 3/25/16. ★★★★☆
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place. Wedding - Cyborg style! Redeeming Zorus (Cyborg Seduction, #6) by Laurann Dohner. 4/7/16. ★★★
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero. Several virgin heroines to choose from.. Summerset Abbey by T.J. Brown by T J Brown. 3/29/16. ★★★☆
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown. Nobody's Hero (Burned Lands, #1) by Bec McMaster7/31/16. ★★★★
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. Eve Marshall from Trial By Fire by Jo Davis. 5/17/16. ★★★ Trial By Fire (Firefighters of Station Five, #1) by Jo Davis
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler. Her Every Wish (The Worth Saga #1.5) by Courtney Milan by Courtney Milan. 4/3/16. ★★★☆
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too. Cranberry Bluff by Deborah Garner. Two characters are detectives posing as honeymooners. 3/27/16. ★★
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name. Scorched by Darkness (Dragons of Eternity, #2) by Alexandra Ivy by Alexandra Ivy. 4/15/16. ★★★☆
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover. Steele (Sterling Files, #1) by Sherri L. King by Sherri L King. 3/23/16. ★★
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline. Teardrop Lane (Eternity Springs, #9) by Emily March by Emily March. 5/12/16. ★★★★
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine. Skies of Gold The Ether Chronicles by Zoe Archer by Zoe Archer. 4/15/16. ★★★☆
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert. Love in the Light (Hearts in Darkness, #2) by Laura Kaye by Laura Kaye. 3/27/16. ★★★★
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town. Deep (Pagano Family, #4) by Susan Fanetti by Susan Fanetti. 4/23/16. ★★★☆
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present. Once Upon a Marquess (The Worth Saga #1) by Courtney Milan. 3/23/16. ★★★★
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit. City of Heavenly Fire (The Mortal Instruments, #6) by Cassandra Clare by Cassandra Clare. 4/2/16. ★★★★. (The history between Tessa, Jem and Will always brings a tear to my eye, LOL)
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline. Dark of Night (Troubleshooters, #14) by Suzanne Brockmann by Suzanne Brockmann. 4/9/16. ★★★★★
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover. A Kiss of Cabernet (Love in Wine Country #1) by Pamela Gibson byPamela Gibson. 7.12/16. ★★★
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series. Melting Iron (Cyborg Seduction, #3) by Laurann Dohner by Laurann Dohner. 4/25/16. ★★★
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover. Earls Just Want to Have Fun (Covent Garden Cubs, #1) by Shana Galen. 5/8/16. ★★★☆
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author. Waited two and half years for this one... Grave Visions (Alex Craft, #4) by Kalayna Price by Kalayna Price. 6/24/16. ★★★☆
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.” The Diabolical Miss Hyde (Electric Empire, #1) by Viola Carrby Viola Carr. 8/6/16. ★★★★☆
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover. Because of Miss Bridgerton (Rokesbys #1) by Julia Quinn by Julia Quinn. 4/4/16. ★★★
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm. Gabrielle Bride of Vermont (American Mail-Order Bride #14) by Emily Claire.4/20/16. ★★★
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene. White on the cover and discussion of whipped cream, but being Emily March we actually don't read it, LOL. Miracle Road (Eternity Springs, #7) by Emily March 4/22/16. ★★★★
Whoa, Lisa. BIG time congrats!
Really enjoyed doing it. Thank U, Lisa Kay.
Thanks for a Great Challenge! Loved it!I love the set your own pace too...
Started: 3/19/16
Finished: 10/22/16
30/30
Levels:
Sensory Gate: Touch = 25-30 books
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. - Into the Fire - 3/23
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology. - Rooted - 3/31
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it - Every Breath She Takes - 3/24
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. -
- 10/22◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel. - Desperate Thoughts: The Gift - 4/8
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover. -
- 3/29◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines. - Prayer - 5/19
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place. - God's Eye - 4/9
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero. - My Brother's Lover - 3/23
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown. -
- 4/25◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra. - Sizzle - 5/23
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler. - Summer Desserts - 5/11
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. - Rapture in Death - 5/6
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name. - Hot Pursuit - 5/13
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover. -
- 4/7◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline. - Angel's Peak - 6/4
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine. - Miracle - 8/11
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert. - Mister O - 5/4
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town. - Safe Harbor - 4/14
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present. - What We Find - 6/14
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit. - Happy Ever After - 5/21
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline. - Dark of Night - 4/10
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover. -
- 7/13◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series. - Five Miles - 4/11
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover. -
- 4/4◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author. - One with You - 4/18
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.” - Plenty of Chances by Lara Valentine - 4/13
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover. - Fatal Mistake - 4/12
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm. - Worth It All - 5/9
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. -
- 4/20
Woo Hoo Karen. Well done.
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✓◆Cherries:
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✓◆Chocolate:
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✓◆Figs:
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◆Ginseng:
G:The Girl from Summer Hill Jude Deveraux, #1 Summer Hill, 12-13-17, 3*
I:The Italian Party Christina Lynch, 7-25-18, 4*
N:
S:Some Kind of Hero Suzanne Brockmann, #17 Troubleshooters, 6-20-17, 4-1/2*, review
E:The Seducer Elin Peer, #4 Men of the North, 3-11-19, 2-1/2*
N:The Best of Me Nicholas Sparks, 8-23-18, 3*
G:The Gravity of Us Brittainy C. Cherry, #4 Elements, 4-13-18, 4*
✓◆Honey:
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◆Hot Chilies:
H:Hanna Who Fell from the Sky Christopher Meades, 5-14-17, 4*, review
O:The Office Slave (The Office Slave, #1) Opal Carew (formerly Ruby Foxx), 6-27-17, 3*, review
T:Tricky Twenty-Two Janet Evanovich, #22 Stephanie Plum, (re-read) 2-8-17, 3-1/2* review
C:Defenseless Corinne Michaels, #5 Salvation, 4-1-17, 3*, review
H:The Hating Game Sally Thorne, 4-2-17, 4-1/2*, review
I:
L:The Last Time I Saw Her Karen Robards, #4 Dr. Charlotte Stone, 2-7-17, 5* review
I:
E:The Mentor Elin Peer, 1-21-19, #3 Men of the North, 3*
S:Storm and Silence Robert Thier, #1 Storm and Silence, 4-7-17, 2*, review
◆Liquorice (licorice):
L:The Last Time I Saw You Elizabeth Berg, 5-23-16 (3*), review
I:
Q:Because of Miss Bridgerton Julia Quinn, #1 Rokesbys, 2-6-17, 3*
U:The Underground Railroad Colson Whitehead, 3-18-17, 3-1/2*, review
O:Sinners at the Altar Olivia Cunning, #6 Sinners on Tour, 3-4-18, 3*
R:Renegade Lady Dawn Martens, 4-16-17, 2*
I:
C:The City of Mirrors Justin Cronin, #3 The Passage, 6-28-17, 3*
E:The Protector Elin Peer, 1-16-19, #1 Men of the North, 3*
✓◆Maca:
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✓◆Mustard:
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✓◆Olive Oil:
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✓◆Oysters:
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◆Pine Nuts:
P:Drunk Dial Penelope Ward, 11-27-17, 4*
I:From Scotland with Love Kelli Ireland, 4-2-18, 3*
N:
E:The Life We Bury Allen Eskens, 11-30-17, 5*
N:My Fair Lover Nicole Jordan, #5 Legendary Lovers, 5-20-17, 4* review
U:An Unexpected Guest Anne Korkeakivi, 3-29-18, 3-1/2*
T:The Twelve Justin Cronin, #2 The Passage, 6-14-17, 4
S:The Madman’s Daughter Megan Shepherd, 5-5-17, 4* review
✓◆Pomegranates:
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✓◆Pop Rocks:
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✓◆Red Wine:
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◆Salmon & Walnuts:
S:Stranded Dani Pettrey, #3 Alaskan Courage, 3-15-17, 3* review
A:The Angels' Share J.R. Ward, #2 The Bourbon Kings, 2-20-17, 2-1/2* review
L:The Last Victim Karen Robards, #1 Dr. Charlotte Stone, 1-31-17, 5*
M:Mercy F*ck K.S. Adkins, 10-8-16 (2-1/2*), review
O:Obsession: An Erotic Tale Gloria Vanderbilt, 2-12-17, 2* review
N:No One Left To Tell Karen Rose, #13 Romantic Suspense, #2 Baltimore, 11-11-18, 3*
W:Maverick L. Wilder, 6-27-16 (3*), review
A:The Big One Anne Marsh, #1 Mister Hotshot, 1-14-18, 3*
L:Love Dies Hard by C.C. Cartwright, #1 Hard to Love, 9-15-16 (2*)
N:
U:Under The Tuscan Sun: At Home In Italy Frances Mayes, 8-16-16 (3*)
T:10 Years Later J. Sterling, 2-25-17, 3* review
S:The Stormy Petrel Mary Stewart, 2-15-17, 3* review
✓◆Strawberries:
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✓◆Truffles:
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✓◆Vanilla:
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✓◆Watermelon:
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✓◆Wheat Germ:
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✓◆Whipped Cream:
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Most experts we found on the Internet attribute the mythical properties of aphrodisiacs to the power of suggestion. In other words, if you believe a certain thing will turn you on, it probably will. And it isn't just foods that can put you in the mood — according to researchers at the Chicago-based Smell and Taste Foundation, studies reveal that certain smells can also be sexually arousing. They cite as examples lavender, pumpkin pie, and licorice.
Ultimately, though, the best aphrodisiac is a healthy diet combined with regular exercise. Eating healthfully and staying in shape will keep your body — and your libido — in top form. You should be able to find those in our list, as the majority of these sexy foods are very good for you!
Duration: You decide.
Rules: Using the categories below, read corresponding books. There is also a Spell-It-Out Option. Or do a bit of both!
Levels: CATEGORIES - For more in-depth descriptions & baking hints for these flours - and clues as to our definitions, see Post #2, #3 or #4 below. {NEED LINKS}
◆Almonds: Read a book that is set in California, the number one exporter of these tasty nuts. Or read a book based on a fairytale theme.
◆Artichoke: Read a book where the hero or heroine is considered difficult or “thorny.” One set in Greece or France will also work. Or is based on Greek Mythology.
◆Asparagus & Avocados: Read a book with a title that has two “As” in it, or is by an author whose first and last names both start with “A.”
◆Bananas: Read a book with a predominately yellow cover. Or one with a tropical setting.
◆Beets: Read a book with a purple or magenta cover, or one with a scene set in a brothel.
◆Caviar: Read a book that features a baby. Or with pearls on the cover.
◆Celery: Read a book with a tall heroine. For help, check out GR's listopia: Books with Tall Heroines.
◆Champagne: Read a book where a wedding takes place.
◆Cherries: Read a book with a virgin – heroine or hero.
◆Chocolate: Read a book depicting chocolate on the cover, or is predominately brown.
◆Figs: Read a book where the hero or heroine are named either Adam or Eve. Or one about Cleopatra.
◆Ginseng: Read a book set in China, Tibet, Korea, Indochina, and India. Or where the protagonist is descended from one of those countries or is a world traveler.
◆Honey: Read a book where a honeymoon occurs. This could be anywhere in the storyline, beginning, middle, or end. Also, if the set-up is that the hero or heroine gets stood up at the altar and decide to use the honeymoon tickets, this works, too.
◆Hot Chilies: Read a book depicting fire on the cover, or has that words “Hot” or “Fire” in the title or series name.
◆Liquorice (licorice): Read a book with a predominately black cover.
◆Maca: Read a book set in Peru. Or has a mountain setting. Or one with a psychologist in the storyline.
◆Mustard: Read a book set in Egypt. Or the hero has been living as a sexual “monk” for awhile before hooking up with the heroine.
◆Olive Oil: Read a book with a heart on the cover. Or one with a character that is a sex expert.
◆Oysters: Read a book showing the ocean on the cover, or is set in a seaside town.
◆Pine Nuts: Read a book depicting pine trees on the cover. Or where someone is “pining” for someone not present.
◆Pomegranates: Read a sweet, sensitive book. Or one that makes you tear up a bit.
◆Pop Rocks: Read a book with an explosion takes place in the storyline.
◆Red Wine: Read a book with a wine glass or bottle on the cover.
◆Salmon & Walnuts: Read a book that is third in a series.
◆Strawberries: Read a book with a red cover. Or one depicting straw on the cover.
◆Truffles: Read a book that was hard for you to get a hold of. Maybe a long waitlist at the library, or you had to safe up to purchase it. Or you waited a long time for it to be written by the author.
◆Vanilla: Read book by an author whose first or last name starts with “V.”
◆Watermelon: Read a book set in the summertime. Or with a predominately pink or green cover.
◆Wheat Germ: Read a book set on a farm.
◆Whipped Cream: Read a book with a predominately white cover. Or one with a sensual whipped cream scene.
Option #2 - Spell-It-Out: Select a word that speaks to you of any of these “Aphrodisiacs” - or of Spring and Spell-It-Out. Read books with titles, series names, authors (first or last name), character (first or last name), that begin with letters that correspond to letters of the word you choose. You may ignore the indefinite and definite articles (a, an, the, etc.). Option #3 - Both! - Do a bit of both!Category Definitions from Cosmopolitan, EverydayHealth, EatSomethingSexy, Reader's Digest, PBS, PsychologyToday, NapaTruffleFestival, etc., but tweaked a bit. There are more at Gourmet Sleuth, if we haven't satisfied you with these 30 ...and you're curious.
*This challenge also appears in Romance Lovers for the Challenge Impaired.