U-Pick (your definition) Showing 101-150 of 1,087

[Agnieszka]

Lanelle wrote: "Agnieszka, here are your definitions from page 172:

#3 tempestuous - stormy, violent
#4 temple - 1) the flattened space on either side of the forehead 2) an edifice for worship
#22 terra cota - 1)..."

I have basic ideas for all three now I'll look for a fitting book. Thank you so much!

[Michele]

Sounds interesting. I would like to play.

My picks:
Step 1-#101
Step 2-#6,8,14

[Barbara ★]

Lanelle wrote: "Barbara, here's what I found on page 106:
#3 mischievous - causing, or full of, mischief; injurious; especially inclined to the causing of petty injury or annoyance; naughty
#9 misdemeanor - a crime less than a felony
#19 mislead - to lead into a wrong way; lead astray; deceive"

#19 mislead - to lead into a wrong way; lead astray; deceive
Ash and Quill - Rachel Caine 7/26
(hero must mislead/deceive his friends in order to save the world)


and continuing on...page 137, definitions 4,8 and 14

[[deleted user]]

I went with Number 9 and read and rated it 4 stars. Scarlett is informed a lot of time so she will know what to have in order to find her sister.

My next picks are: 89 with 9, 15, 23

[Katie]

This sounds like fun! I'm in!!

I choose #109

5, 14, 21

[JoAnne]

Lanelle wrote: "Thanks for giving the challenge a shot, JoAnne.

Here are your definitions:
#3 compile - to compose out of existing materials, especially from other books or documents
#15 compound - 1) to put or u..."
Probably will go with #19 compromise

[Kylie]

I choose page #136 and definitions 6, 17, 23.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Michele wrote: "Sounds interesting. I would like to play.

My picks:
Step 1-#101
Step 2-#6,8,14"

Welcome to U-Pick, Michele.

Your definitions are:
#6 malformation - irregular, abnormal, or wrong formation or structure
#8 malign - 1) having an evil disposition; malevolent 2) tending to injure; evil; baleful
#14 mandatory - containing, or of the nature of a mandate; obligatory

You've got a couple of interesting ones to choose from. I can't wait to see which definition to go with.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Barbara, your picks from page 137 are:

#4 quilt - 1) a bed coverlet of two thicknesses of material with a filling of wool, cotton, etc. 2) anything quilted or like a quilt
#8 quit claim - a release of a claim; a deed of release
#14 quotable - capable or worthy of being quoted

Good luck with #8 :)

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Nancy85, your next ones are:

#9 innovate - to make changes
#15 insidious - treacherous; sly; crafty
#23 instead - in the place of

#15 sounds like a good one to work with.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Welcome, Katie. Here are your definitions:

#5 move - 1) to change the place or position of; shift 2) to set or keep in motion; stir; drive; actuate 3) to excite to action; impel
#14 mulch - any substance, as wood chips, used to protect the root of plants from heat, cold, or drought
#21 mundane - of or pertaining to the world; worldly; earthly

Does #21 reminds anyone else of the Harry Potter books, or am I thinking of a different series of stories?

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Kylie, here you go:

#6 quadrennial - 1) comprising, or lasting through, four years 2) occurring once in four years
#17 quart - a measure of capacity, both in dry and liquid measure; two pints
#23 quench - 1) to extinguish; make an end of 2) to cool suddenly, as heated metal 3) to slake, as thirst

#6 is a word I haven't heard before. I'm guessing the Olympics and leap year would be quadrennial.

[Katie]

Lanelle wrote: "Welcome, Katie. Here are your definitions:

#5 move - 1) to change the place or position of; shift 2) to set or keep in motion; stir; drive; actuate 3) to excite to action; impel
#14 mulch - any su..."
I think the Harry Potter Series does fit into #21, Thanks for such a great suggestion :)

[Katie]

Lanelle wrote: "Welcome, Katie. Here are your definitions:

#5 move - 1) to change the place or position of; shift 2) to set or keep in motion; stir; drive; actuate 3) to excite to action; impel
#14 mulch - any su..."

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone is my pick!!

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Katie, my husband and son have told me that I'm thinking of another series than the Harry Potter books where mundane was used to describe the non-magical people. Piers Anthony used that term in his Xanth books.

Mundanes. Muggles. Same difference, right?

[Coco]

sounds great! it is my first challenge in goodreads
i choose 75 and 7, 13, 21

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Rocio wrote: "sounds great! it is my first challenge in goodreads"

Yay! Here's hoping you get some great definitions.

"i choose 75 and 7, 13, 21"

#7 glassy - 1) resembling glass, as in smoothness 2) dull, as a stare
#13 gloom - 1) partial or total darkness; deep shade 2) low spirits
#21 gnome - one of an imaginary race of dwarfs dwelling in the inner parts of the earth

I can't wait to see which book you decide to read. Maybe a fantasy?

[Agnieszka]

Would you accept a book I started after I joined the challenge, but started before I got the definitions (read two chapters) and it fits perfectly? If not it's fine I'm pretty sure the new books from one of my favorite series I bought from my birthday gift card recently should fit as well.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Agnieszka wrote: "Would you accept a book I started after I joined the challenge, but started before I got the definitions (read two chapters) and it fits perfectly? If not it's fine I'm pretty sure the new books fr..."

That's fine.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Judy, I've read the first book in the Nocturne Falls series two times now, and really enjoyed it.

Your next definitions are:
#1 epidemic - common to, or affecting at the same time, many in a community; general
#6 equipment - 1) act of equipping; state of being equipped 2) anything used in equipping
#9 eradicate - to pluck up by the roots; hence, to destroy utterly; extirpate

The definition for equipment is rather lame. Good luck with the other two.

[Agnieszka]

Lanelle wrote: "Agnieszka wrote: "Would you accept a book I started after I joined the challenge, but started before I got the definitions (read two chapters) and it fits perfectly? If not it's fine I'm pretty sur..."

Thank you - you're the best!

For 172 - 3, 4 & 22
#3 tempestuous - stormy, violent => stormy looking cover or set during a storm / extensive graphic violence / tempestuous relationship
#4 temple - 1) the flattened space on either side of the forehead 2) an edifice for worship => Christian fiction / head only or main focus on cover - prefarably in profile
#22 terra cota - 1) hard-baked pottery, especially that of a brownish red or yellowish red color 2) a color like that of terra cotta => anything related to pottery or terra cota colored cover

7/28: I read = and liked it pretty much. 4* (view spoiler)[Cal is called back home because his father is in hospital. Shortly before his accident the father took in another boy and started the adoption process. With his last breath he asked his adult sons to make sure Seth can stay with them. After the funeral they learn there are some nasty rumors about his father that leads to issues with the insurance company and have also impact on the new relationship between Cal and Anna. Both survived violent pasts and their tempers are pretty explosive :-) (hide spoiler)]

Next picks: 17 - 2, 8 & 18

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Agnieszka wrote: "Thank you - you're the best!"

*blushes* Aw, shucks.

Here are the definitions from page 17:
#2 aurora borealis - an atmospheric phenomenon consisting, usually, of streams of light radiating upward and outward toward the east and west from the north polar region
#8 autocracy - 1) absolute supremacy 2) supreme governing power in an individual; authority of an autocrat
#18 aviary - a place, as a house, for keeping birds confined

Oooo. All of those are good ones to work with.

[Agnieszka]

Lanelle wrote: "...Oooo. All of those are good ones to work with."

Really? Ooops I'm either less creative than I thought or my English is not as good as I was convinced.

From the top of my head I have only one idea for the first one (#2 aurora borealis). I have a series set in Alaska and wanted to read the last book in series sometime when I'm in mood for historical fiction - which happens not that often right now.

I hope you know by John Grisham. Do you think it would fit for #8 autocracy? As far as I recall from the movie the partners in the law firm had pretty twisted ideas about power, working ethics and law and were quite the despots (one of the linked terms from wikipedia) - or is it too far a stretch?

Perhaps I had just too much luck with the previous definitions - I had immediately several ideas for most of them :-)

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Agnieszka wrote: "Really? Ooops I'm either less creative than I thought or my English is not as good as I was convinced."

I am constantly impressed with your English. I'm amazed that you are trying this particular challenge!

You're thinking along the same lines as I did when I saw the word 'aurora borealis'.
When I was typing in 'autocracy' , I was thinking that a strong mother would certainly be an autocrat!
And for 'aviary', anything that has a bird as a part of the story would work.

If I tried to combine all three definitions, it would be . The cover looks like it is set in the north where you'd see the aurora borealis, the school's leader sounds like an autocrat, and the story is about birds.

But I'm sure you'll find a book that you want to read :)

[Agnieszka]

Lanelle wrote: "Agnieszka wrote: "Really? Ooops I'm either less creative than I thought or my English is not as good as I was convinced."

I am constantly impressed with your English. I'm amazed that you are tryin..."

Thank you. Something about birds could really work I'll have to check my books and the idea with a strong mother is interesting, but I don't think I'll find anything. About my English - after more than 25 years learning the language it could be better but I accepted it long time ago it's unlikely I'll learn the basics I missed in school and don't even try with times, prepositions and similar fun bits.
When I joined regular German school I missed the first three years and even with the private lessons I learned only enough to pass the final exam for that kind of school. Two years later I started to learn Frech and concentrated more on that language and while studying I had to learn another two languages (excluding English and French). Luckily 30 percent of my courses at the university were in English so I was able to practice - especially with all those international exchange students. After school I let some years slip but when I got a job with an international missions organisation (let by South African and British people) I got pretty fast back into it - especially after I realised how big's the difference between every-day-language and those spoken in Christian sub-culture. That was the time I started to read in English and have to admit the first two years where very difficult and even today there are only few books I don't need to look up words :-)

[⚜️XAR]

Lanelle wrote: "Trea, these are your definitions from page 100:

#10 lump - 1) a piece or mass of indefinite shape 2) a swelling
#17 luster - 1) quality of shining with reflected light 2) brilliancy; glitter 3) a..."

I'm going to go with #10, lump, and use my read Stone Cold Fox for it. The heroine had been sexually assaulted and even 20 years later was lumping all men into the same category as her attackers.

My next picks:
Step #1: 69
Step #2: 1, 14, 23

[Denise S]

I finished Blood on the Water by Ann Perry for # 5 on page 188.

"Page 188

#8, #18, #24"

#5 watermark - 1) a mark indicating the height of water 2) a mark produced in paper during manufacture
#18 weep - to show grief or other passion by shedding tears
#24 well-bred - having good breeding; refined

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Trea, here are your next definitions:

#1 flourish - 1) to grow luxuriantly; thrive 2) to increase in wealth, honor, etc.; to be in one's prime 3) to make ornamental strokes with a pen
#14 folklore - traditional customs, beliefs, etc., especially such as are superstitious or legendary
#23 forcible - 1) effected by force 2) characterized by force, or energy; strong; powerful

I'm trying to remember if I've read any folklore books.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Denise wrote: "I finished Blood on the Water by Ann Perry for # 5 on page 188."

What did you think of it, Denise?

[⚜️XAR]

Lanelle wrote: "Trea, here are your next definitions:

#1 flourish - 1) to grow luxuriantly; thrive 2) to increase in wealth, honor, etc.; to be in one's prime 3) to make ornamental strokes with a pen
#14 folklore..."

I'm not sure if I have read any or not, closest I can think of is fairy tale retellings. Will have to research...

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

⚜Trea⚜ wrote: "I'm not sure if I have read any or not, closest I can think of is fairy tale retellings. Will have to research... "

It took me awhile, but I remembered that I've read a John Henry related story. I'm guessing that King Arthur and Robin Hood books would be folklore.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

I finished reading for nose - 1) the smelling organ 2) sense of smell; also, scent.

Would someone please choose some numbers for me?

[⚜️XAR]

Lanelle wrote: "I finished reading for nose - 1) the smelling organ 2) sense of smell; also, scent.

Would someone please choose some numbers for me?"

Lanelle, I had my hubby pick, so here's what he said:
Step 1: 37
Step 2: 9, 17, 23

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

⚜Trea⚜ wrote: "Lanelle, I had my hubby pick, so here's what he said:
Step 1: 37
Step 2: 9, 17, 23"

I love how we get our families involved in these reading challenges! Tell him 'thank you' for me.

#9 condescend - to stoop or descend; waive the privilege of rank or dignity
#17 confederacy - 1) alliance 2) confederation
#23 confidential - 1) communicated in confidence; secret 2) indicating close intimacy
3) enjoying, or treated with, confidence

I'm going with #23 - secret communication. I'm going to read Secret Letters. I've placed a hold for it from my library. It will take a few days to arrive. This book is a DNF. I'll read Darkness Exposed instead. The mc is told a secret that she has to keep from her new boyfriend.

[⚜️XAR]

Lanelle wrote: "I love how we get our families involved in these reading challenges! Tell him 'thank you' for me...."

He said: "Happy to help!"

I hope you enjoy your read!

[Denise S]

Lanelle wrote: "Denise wrote: "I finished Blood on the Water by Ann Perry for # 5 on page 188."

What did you think of it, Denise?"

Still the Anne Perry formula writing but once you're in the series you sort of keep at it or give up - I keep at it:)

[Beth]

Oooh, this sort of challenge is my jam.

How about:
1. 77
2. 10, 18, 19

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Beth wrote: "Oooh, this sort of challenge is my jam."

lol :)

"How about:
1. 77
2. 10, 18, 19"

Beth, your definitions are:
#10 grime - soot or dirt, rubbed in
#18 ground - 1) the surface of the earth 2) a region, territory, or piece of land 3) land; estate; especially, plural, the gardens, lawns, etc.
#19 group - an assemblage of persons or things considered as a unit; cluster; aggregation

Do those definitions give you any ideas of a book to read?

[JoAnne]

I went with #19 compromise - 1) a settlement reached by mutual agreement 2) an exposure to risk or suspicion

I read by Susan Mallery

pg 246 - Unfortunately, there were only so many times any piece could be heated and cooled before it was compromised. There were shattered and broken rods all over the floor.

Mathias and Nick - both artists and brothers - were experimenting with metal.

[JoAnne]

Next up for me:

Page 81
# 20 22 25

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

JoAnne, here are the definitions from page 81:

#20 hilarious - mirthful; noisy; merry
#22 hippopotamus - a large animal common in the rivers of Africa
#25 hither - to this place

Do any of those words suggest a certain book to you?

[JoAnne]

Lanelle wrote: "JoAnne, here are the definitions from page 81:

#20 hilarious - mirthful; noisy; merry
#22 hippopotamus - a large animal common in the rivers of Africa
#25 hither - to this place

Do any of those w..."
Not offhand but I have some authors that make me laugh with their character's antics. I'll look and see what I have to read next.
Hither is possible too with some of the more romantic books.
Hippo will probably not make the cut!

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

JoAnne wrote: "Hippo will probably not make the cut!"

*grin* You don't have any books set in Africa or at a zoo?
How about by Sandra Boynton?

[JoAnne]

Lanelle wrote: "JoAnne wrote: "Hippo will probably not make the cut!"

*grin* You don't have any books set in Africa or at a zoo?
How about by Sandra Boynton?"

Cute and only 16 pages LOL!
I will have to think about books set in Africa - may help me with another challenge as well.

[Mandy]

I pick page 101
#7, 18, 23

[Agnieszka]

Lanelle wrote: "JoAnne wrote: "Hippo will probably not make the cut!"

*grin* You don't have any books set in Africa or at a zoo?
How about by Sandra Boynton?"

That's so cute!
JoAnne, I read recently a great book with african Animals & set in Africa: A Rhinoceros Learns To Meditate - Kofi and The Art of Forgiveness I can recomend it very much.

[Lanelle, Production Chief]

Mandy wrote: "I pick page 101
#7, 18, 23"

Mandy, welcome to The Challenge Factory and to this particular challenge!

Your definitions are:
#7 malice - 1) enmity of heart; malevolence 2) state of mind shown by intent to commit an unlawful act
#18 mania - 1) violent derangement of mind; insanity 2) excessive excitement or enthusiasm; a craze; a rage
#23 manly - having qualities becoming of a man; manlike, especially brave or noble; masculine

Wow. You got some interesting words. Um, good luck?!?

[Sarah]

Lanelle wrote: "Sarah, here's what I found on page 137:

#7 quit - to have done with; stop; leave
# 15 quotation - act of quoting, or citing
# 22 raffia - a kind of palm fiber

Good luck with #22!"

So I went with #7 quit, and read

The MC, Parker, wants to quit breaking prisoners out of their virtual reality prisons, but can't until he rescues his wife.

It was a 3 star read for me. It poses lots of interesting questions about prison in general, the effectiveness of them and their purpose in life. There are lots of great ideas happening here but the execution of it was a little clunky.

[Coco]

Lanelle wrote: "Rocio wrote: "sounds great! it is my first challenge in goodreads"

Yay! Here's hoping you get some great definitions.

"i choose 75 and 7, 13, 21"

#7 glassy - 1) resembling glass, as in smoothne..."

well i may re-read Going Bovine by Libba Bray (gnome) or finish King´s Cage (glassy)

[Barbara ★]

Lanelle wrote: "Barbara, your picks from page 137 are:

#4 quilt - 1) a bed coverlet of two thicknesses of material with a filling of wool, cotton, etc. 2) anything quilted or like a quilt
#8 quit claim - a release of a claim; a deed of release
#14 quotable - capable or worthy of being quoted"

page 137, definitions 4,8 and 14
#14 quotable - capable or worthy of being quoted
White Fire - Douglas Preston 7/29

Sherlocke Holmes is quoted throughout the book.

#8 quit claim - a release of a claim; a deed of release
m.c. is given a "deed of release" by a relative regarding an exhumation of a century-old buried body with intent to scientifically prove murder over grizzly bear attack. Body in question was a miner from the 1870s whose mine was stolen upon his murder.


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