You'll love this one...!! A book club & more discussion
Challenges: Year Long Main 2021
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Peg's 2017 All About Me Challenge
1. What is your name? (First, Last, Middle, Nickname) – Read a book that contains one of your names in some way – author, title, character.2. What is your favourite sport? – Read a book that is either about your favourite sport or one of the characters plays that sport. You could also chose a book where the cover shows that sport.
3. What colour are your eyes? – Read a book where the colour of your eyes is the main colour of the cover, or the word is in the title.
4. Have you ever had a broken bone? – If yes, read a book with the word “Bone” in the title. If no, read a book about archeology (the character may be an archeologist, the book may be set in a museum, etc)
5. What is your favourite movie? – If the movie is an adaptation, read the book that inspired the movie. Or, read a book that is written by the same author. Or, read a book that has the same title. If the movie is not an adaptation, read a book with a similar theme or has the same title.
6. What is your favourite book? – Read it again. Or, read a book that has the same title. Or read a book by the same author. If you can’t find the same title, or the author only has the one book, go to the book page and click on “Readers Also Enjoyed”. Select a book from the list.
7. Pick a number between 1 and 10. – Select a series and read the book that corresponds to that number. Or, read a book with the number in the title.
8. What is your favourite holiday? – Read a book that is about that holiday, set during that holiday, or has the name in the title.
9. What is your relationship status? – Read a book with that word in the title, or where the main character or author shares that status. Or…. Get creative. What kind of book will be representative?
10. Are you right or left handed? – Read a book with that word in the title.
11. What is your birthday month? – Read a book with the selected month in the title, or set during that month.
12. Do you have a pet? What is it? Don’t have a pet? Adopt a pet that someone in your immediate circle has (mother, brother, sister, friend, etc.) – Read a book featuring that type of pet. Or, read a book with that pet in the title.
13. What is your favourite type of food? (Chinese, Italian, Mexican, etc) – Read a book set in the country or region of choice. (Chinese – set in China, Italian – set in Italy, etc.) If you chose a type of food that is not specific to a country, what region would you find it prevalent? Read a book set in that region. For example – Seafood would be prevalent in the coastal areas of Canada, United States, among others.
14. What is something you use daily? (brush, computer, car, get creative) - Read a book with that word in the title. Or, is on the cover. Or…. Get creative. What kind of book will represent that item?
15. What is your shoe size? (No halves; roll up to next number) – Select that number of books on your TBR, put them into the Fruit Machine (or another randomizer), and read the one that is selected. If you used European sizes, convert to US using this site: https://www.softmoc.com/ca/shoesize.asp That will reduce the number of books you need to plug into the Fruit Machine.
16. What is your favourite Ice cream flavour? – Read a book that either represents that flavour by the colour of the cover, or in the title. You may also chose a book that represents that flavour in some way.
17. What is your country of birth? – Read a book set in that country, or written by an author that was also born in that country.
18. What is your favourite season? – Read a book with either the season in the title, or set in that season.
19. What is your current desk top picture? – Interpret that desk top picture any way you like. Read a book that represents that interpretation. For example, mine is a magnified picture of a frozen soap bubble. I could interpret it as ice, or alien landscape, or bubble. I could read a book with “Ice” in the title, a book set on an alien planet, or has bubbles on the cover. The gophering could be endless on this one.
20. What is your preferred mode of transport? – Read a book with your selection on the cover, or in the title, or it plays a significant role in the book.
21. How many candles were on your last birthday cake? – Go to your TBR and order the shelf by number. Read the book that corresponds to your answer. If you picked “none” or “zero” as your answer, your number will be 100.
22. Have you been in an accident? – If yes, read a book set in a hospital, or with the word “accident” in title. If no, read a book that is a thriller, in which an accident is a high probability.
23. Do you prefer a shower or bath? – Read a book with your selected word in the title, or depicted on the cover.
24. Name a place you’d like to visit. – Read a book set in that location.
25. What is your favourite genre? – Read a book in that genre.
26. Do you prefer a car or truck? – Read a book with your selection on the cover or in the title.
27. Do you have a tattoo? – Read a book that represents your tattoo in some way. For example, if you have a tattoo of a rose, your book choice could have a rose on the cover, in the title, or a proper name of the author or character. If you don’t have a tattoo, read a book with a tattoo on the cover, or represents a tattoo that you would want if you were to get one.
28. Do you prefer Classic or Contemporary? – If Classic, read a book published in 1800 – 1899. If Contemporary, read a book published in 2000 – 2017.
29. What is your favourite flower? – Read a book with that selection on the cover or in the title. Or, read a book that you feel represents that flower in some way.
30. Have you been to Europe? Where? – Read a book set in that location. If you haven’t been to Europe, read a book set in a European country you would like to visit.
31. If you could meet anyone famous, infamous, notorious… who would it be? – read a biography, autobiography, memoir, or historical fiction about that person. Or, read a book that is representative of that person.
32. What is the feature you are most often complimented on? – Read a book with that feature on the cover or in the title.
33. Would you rather encounter a ghost, an alien, or neither? – If ghost, read a ghost story. If alien, read a story with aliens in it. If neither, read a book about another supernatural being other than a ghost or alien (werewolf, vampire, witch, succubus, etc).
34. What is your favourite animal (other than domestic pets)? – Read a book with that creature on the cover, in the title, or in the story.
35. What type of holiday do you prefer? (Beach, Mountain, Camping, exotic, etc) – Read a book in that setting or that represents your choice.
36. If you had to lose one of the 5 senses, which would you prefer it to be? – Read a book with that word in the title, or read a book where a character is afflicted by that same loss.
37. Who is your favourite author? – Read either a book by that author, or a book recommended by that author.
38. Do you prefer tea, coffee, or water? – If tea or coffee, read a book with the word in the title, or set in a country where that beverage is a huge export (ie China for tea, Brazil for coffee). If water, read a book with the word in the title, or set on/near a large body of water.
39. What is your birthstone using the US 2016 listing: (https://www.americangemsociety.org/en...) – Read a book with that gemstone on the cover, in the title, or the colour of that gemstone is the colour of the cover.
40. What is your favourite fruit? – Read a book with that fruit on the cover, in the title, or the colour of that fruit is the colour of the cover.
41. Issue you are passionate about (abortion, euthanasia, animal rights… etc) – Read a book where this issue is prominent or is represented in some way. It may be fiction or non-fiction.
42. Would you rather explore in space or undersea? – Read a book in that setting.
43. To what time period would you like to time travel? – Read a book either set in that time period, or published in that time period. Or, read a book about time travel where the character’s time travelled to that period.
44. Do you prefer shoes or bare feet? – Read a book where your selection is on the cover or in the title, or get creative and find a book that represents your choice.
45. Do you prefer green or black olives? Neither? Read a book with either a predominantly green or black cover depending on your answer. If you said “neither”, read a book with a predominantly white cover. Aim for at least 75% of the cover so that when you look at the cover, it screams green, black or white depending on your choice.
46. What is your Zodiac sign? – This one is wide open. Read a book that represents your zodiac sign in some way. Mine is Sagittarius (the archer). I could read a book with Sagittarius in the title, Archer in the title, author named Archer, bow and arrow on the cover, horse on the cover, a Western with Indians (bow & arrow).
47. What is your height in inches? – Go to your TBR shelf and sort by number. Read the book that matches your answer. If you don’t have that many books on your TBR, select a listopia on a topic you are interested and read the book with the corresponding number to your height.
48. Who is someone you miss? – Read a book that represents that person in some way. I miss my mother, so I could read a book with “Mother” in the title, a biography of Mother Theresa, where the main character is a mother, a book with a mother holding her baby on the cover, etc.
49. What is your hobby? – Read a book that represents that hobby in some way.
50. What language would you like to learn to speak? – Read a book that was translated from that language to one you do speak. Or, chose a book where a character speaks that language. For example, if you chose Gaelic, you could read any of the books in the Outlander series.
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Part 1:1/12
Her Highness' First Murder
Question 1
Explanation: The author and I share the same first name.
Just realized each book was to be posted separately. I always miss the obvious, so separating and cleaning up now!
2/12
The Dogs of Babel
Question 12
Explanation: I choose dog, although we are a house of both dogs and cats. This book has dog in the title and one of the characters is a dog.
3/12
An Eye For An Eye
Question 32
Explanation: Feature most complimented on is my eyes, one of each represented in the title.
4/12
Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Question 44
Explanation: Read a book with bare feet on the cover. This one does.
You're making great headway, Peg. Yes, the last book does fit the task. I have that one on my wishlist for that task.
Thanks Janice. I always take progress when I can, because I know other activities are calling out. I can only hold them off for so long!I really enjoyed reading Stiff, I hope you do too!
Hi Peg - I enjoyed listening to Stiff: last year. I love your book title and justification for "feature most complemented on". LOL!
Thanks Cherie! Although I don't think I'll stay so literal as I continue on! lol!You know, I am sure I am one of the few on here that have never listened to an audiobook. It may be because I'm a podcast junkie so when I have listening time, I go that route. Or maybe I'm just afraid of a new addiction!!!
Too funny! I am the same way regarding Podcasts. I'm afraid I'll get addicted to them, so I haven't started. My daughter listens to them now and hasn't been reading at all.
In a way that happened to me. I used to work long, crazy hours. I could fit in podcasts on my 30-45 minute drive in to work. Then I would also listen to them on my runs/walks in the woods. The only reading I was doing was related to work. Now, I'm back in the city after far too long. I no longer listen to anything when I'm out exercising because now that I have to worry about people in addition to wild animals, I need my wits about me! I have realized that not reading for pleasure ruined my balance and I'm really enjoying it right now! lol
Peg wrote: "4/12Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Question 44
Explanation: Read a book with bare feet on the cover. This one ..."
OH BRILLIANT! I was just looking at the spine of this one, wondering if i could fit it in. Perfect! Thank you :)
Peg wrote: "4/12Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Question 44
Explanation: Read a book with bare feet on the cover. This one ..."
I was debating reading this one as well. I'm going to add it right now :)
5/12
Faithful
Question 3
Explanation: Read a book the color of your eyes. My eyes are blue, with usually a little red running through them from late nights of reading!
I also want to read Stiff for the barefeet question. Still have to find a cheap copy somewhere.
I used the library since I had never read any of her books. Now I will be keeping an eye out for all of them. I really liked her style of writing.
I chuckled at the mention of red eyes. :)
Haha... I hadn't considered red. lol
I hadn't either until I looked at the cover!
6/12
Everything You Want Me to Be
Question #28
I prefer Contemporary and this was published in January 2017
Peg wrote: "8/12
The Zookeeper's Wife
Question #9
I'm married"
I'll be reading that for the upcoming toppler under the "Books to Movie" task. The movie comes out the end of March.
What did you think of the book?
Janice, I really enjoyed it. It gives you another story of the losses that war brings and also hope in other people. If you've read Gerald Durrell, it's along those lines in very descriptive writing. After I finished I wondered if the main focus was on the family, the animals or the war because it did seem to be a little separated when telling it, although it covers all points. I can see where this can be made into a movie because it's not a hard hitting non-fiction history book. It gives you a bit of feel good in a horrible setting. I'll be interested in hearing what you think!
Sounds encouraging. I was a little concerned that it might be depressing. I'll find out next week during the toppler.
Well, the subject by nature is beyond depressing, and this book has it's moments. For me, it's not the depression that hits me when I'm reading, but the horrors. In this book, you get carried through them fairly quickly. The author herself is more of a naturalist than historian I believe.
Janice - I listened to it as an audio book for last year's challenge, and I thought it was well done. I did not find it depressing. I thought it was interesting and agree with Peg, about the points that were covered.
I could listen to him read it over and over! (I think I did, the first time too.)
He will be the reason I ever get into audio books. I've listened to a few of his short ones on itunes. That's me walking on the edge! lolI'm actually rereading a lot of his, although I did buy his latest norse gods, but I need a long quiet weekend for the first time I read him, usually it's an automatic reread!
Same for me on the rereads. Finish and start again! LOL
Oooo I need to buy that one. Been looking forward to it for ages!
10/12
Gunsights
Question #48 Who do I miss? My father.
Explanation: He taught me how to shoot. He wanted me to be a hunter alongside him, but that wasn't to be, but I'm a great shot because of him. Not only this relates because of the use of guns, but also he left his family and moved us out to the west.
Don't forget to put one completed book in each post, as opposed to two in one.Oh and on Norse Mythology, I really want to read that. It's still a little expensive and my library doesn't have it yet. I also saw that Gaiman is bringing out a Neverwhere 2. He's only just started writing it so it might be a while before we see it. It doesn't show up on GR yet. On and whilst still on the subject of Gaiman, I see the TV series of American Gods is due to air in May.
Thanks Sarah, I forgot. I apparently let everything slide during that tumble! I know he takes forever to get his books out, always working on so many projects at once. I didn't know about him starting Neverwhere 2, I can't wait! I did know about the series. I'm always nervous watching on film a book I loved. I think I feel like it's trying to take all the parts I imagined while reading away from me!
And now to separate the books. I didn't make it back right away to add my final and get a badge!
11/12
Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War
Question #45 Favorite Olive. I prefer eating green as a snack.
This cover is at least 75% green and a great read.
12/12
Eat My Globe: One Year to Go Everywhere and Eat Everything
Question #35 Favorite Holiday
I like to travel to different festivals, events, etc. So like going to a wine festival or tasting events, this would be a dream to just travel around and eat, try new foods and learn!
Woohoo! Congratulations on finishing your challenge. Don't forget, there are two more parts if you plan on continuing.
Part 21/12
The Witch of Lime Street: Séance, Seduction, and Houdini in the Spirit World
Question 40: Favorite Fruit
Lime!
Black Coffee was going to be my read for question 38, but I found Happy People Read and Drink Coffee, which was okay, but I honestly liked the cover better than the story. I have seen mixed reviews for the HP #7 book. What did you think?
I really didn't enjoy it. You could feel that it had been shorter, than poorly enhanced. It has the basic flavor of Agatha but otherwise pretty flat. My reading has been hit or miss lately, and I have been doing another group challenge, but it's not personal there so that was a help for me. I'm looking forward to picking this back up and rejoining, everyone here was always so positive and helpful!
Since this is my own thread I'll post here. My husband had a toothache in Feb. from an impacted wisdom tooth. In March it was diagnosed Stage 4 cancer and I lost him in April. This has been incredibly fast and the solitude has helped me and now picking up my reading pace will too. I'm looking forward to gophering some books and attending a few topplers in the future.
Oh, Peg, I am so sorry for your loss! Such a shock - and so quick. I have never heard of an impacted wisdom going to stage 4 cancer in two months.
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband Peg. From diagnosis to his passing in just a few weeks... that must have been a huge shock.
Very sorry, Peg. You must be reeling from the shock and sudden loss. Glad you are here for some respite from shock, grief, and upheaval.
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2. What is your favourite sport? To do: Running and Hiking To watch: Baseball
3. What colour are your eyes? Blue
4. Have you ever had a broken bone? Yes
5. What is your favourite movie? Young Frankenstein
6. What is your favourite book? Tie based on the day of the week. The Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or Walden
7. Pick a number between 1 and 10. 4
8. What is your favourite holiday? Halloween
9. What is your relationship status? Married
10. Are you right or left handed? Right
11. What is your birthday month? September
12. Do you have a pet? What is it? Don’t have a pet? Adopt a pet that someone in your immediate circle has (mother, brother, sister, friend, etc.) Dog and two cats. Really dog, the cats own us.
13. What is your favourite type of food? (Chinese, Italian, Mexican, etc) Mexican and Mediterranean, I can't choose!
14. What is something you use daily? (brush, computer, car, get creative) My coffee cup
15. What is your shoe size? (No halves; roll up to next number) 7
16. What is your favourite Ice cream flavour? Peanut butter and/or Chocolate chili
17. What is your country of birth? USA
18. What is your favourite season? Fall
19. What is your current desk top picture? Kayaker
20. What is your preferred mode of transport? Automobile
21. How many candles were on your last birthday cake? 53
22. Have you been in an accident? Yes
23. Do you prefer a shower or bath? Shower
24. Name a place you’d like to visit. New Zealand
25. What is your favourite genre? Fantasy
26. Do you prefer a car or truck? Truck
27. Do you have a tattoo? No
28. Do you prefer Classic or Contemporary? Contemporary
29. What is your favourite flower? White Rose
30. Have you been to Europe? Where? (If you live in Europe, specify country other than your own.) No
31. If you could meet anyone famous, infamous, notorious, who would it be? Character: Dr. Who Real person: Tom Petty
32. What is the feature on you are most often complimented? Eyes
33. Would you rather encounter a ghost, an alien, or neither? Ghost
34. What is your favourite animal (other than domestic pets)? Hummingbird
35. What type of holiday do you prefer? (Beach, Mountain, Camping, exotic, etc) Event trips - to festivals, major events, etc. Otherwise, give me the quiet trails in the mountains
36. If you had to lose one of the 5 senses, which would you prefer it to be? Taste
37. Who is your favourite author? Currently Neil Gaiman
38. Do you prefer tea, coffee, or water? Coffee
39. What is your birthstone using the US 2016 listing: (https://www.americangemsociety.org/en...) Sapphire
40. What is your favourite fruit? Limes
41. Issue you are passionate about (abortion, euthanasia, animal rights… etc) Food legislation, education and hunger
42. Would you rather explore in space or undersea? Undersea
43. To what time period would you like to time travel? 2050s
44. Do you prefer shoes or barefeet? Barefeet
45. Do you prefer green or black olives? Neither? Green to snack on, Black in prepared dishes
46. What is your Zodiac sign? Virgo
47. What is your height in inches?65
48. Who is someone you miss? My father
49. What is your hobby? Cooking/baking, then running!
50. What language would you like to learn to speak? Italian