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104 tasks
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
JoAnne wrote: "Welcome SANDYE!104 tasks
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***"
Thank you!! All fixed, and even got the first half of # 78 with my first book read since joining this great group!
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104 tasks
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***"
Thank you!! All fixed, and even got the first half of # 78 with my first book read since joining this great group!"
Fantastic!!
Continuing from my first message post: message 101Tasks 26 - 50:
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf - Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play. - The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving - 5/8/20
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it. - Don't Close Your Eyes (Stephanie Chalise 1) by Lawrence Kelter - 10/29/19 - LOC 355 It reflected off the windows of the monolithic skyscrapers that covered Manhattan from tip to tip
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover. - Strawberries & Crème Murder (Donut Hole 1) by Susan Gillard - 7/28/19
29. Clockwork Smurf - Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree - Bed & Breakfast Bedlam (Logan Dickerson 1) by Abby L. Vandiver - 8/6/19 - MC, Logan has a Ph.D. in both anthropology and history
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review. - 3 a.m. (Henry Bins 1) by Nick Pirog - 4/19/20
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family. - A Tough Case to Crack (Nuts About Nuts 1) by Cindy Bell - 8/3/19
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance. - Valentine Special Delivery by Sharon Kleve - 11/14/19
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money. - Haunted Hijinks (Agnes Barton 1) by Madison Johns - 8/9/19 - Jack & Elsie both lose thousands of dollars in a Ponzi scheme
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing. - Playing Without Rules (Men in Spring Baseball 1) by Rachelle Ayala - 7/25/19
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane. - Cappuccino Twist by Anisa Claire West - 12/22/19 - Marlena Falcon (MC) spends 8 hours on a plane flying from NYC to Barcelona
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch - THE KING NEARLY DEAD: Satirical tale by Orlando Fernandes - 10/26/19
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps. - Cappuccinos, Cupcakes, and a Corpse (Cape Bay Cafe 1) by Harper Lin - 1/14/20 - Pg. 160 - It was definitely pushing noon. I hadn't slept that late in ages.
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job. - Birthdays Can Be Deadly (Sage Gardens 1) by Cindy Bell - 1/28/20 - Dale, secondary character, is a janitor at the retirement community where the story is set
40. Fakir Smurf - Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things. - The Fiesta Burger Murder (Burger Bar 1) by Rosie A. Point - 8/21/19 - MC, Christie breaks into Pete's cabin and searches his desk for evidence connected with his BIL's murder
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element. - You Can't Iron a Wrinkled Birthday Suit by Sharon Phennah - 1/28/20 - Pg. 214 - The good news is that the fire marshall officially proclaimed the lightning as the culprit.
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media. - Road to Savannah (Made In Savannah 2) by Hope Callaghan - 9/24/19 - Autumn has a part-time job over at the Savannah Evening News
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick. - One Way Out (Red Crows MC 1) by Iris Sweetwater - 10/27/19 - LOC 856 As soon as I am done talking, I hurl, and he jumps back
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance. - Donuts and Disaster (Sandy Bay 4) by Amber Crewes - 6/17/2020 - Jamie is the town handyman
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe. - Paranormal Nonsense: Blue Moon Investigations Book 1 by Steve Higgs - 8/14/19 - Obsidian Dark thinks he's a vampire and wears black constantly
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry. - The Earl's Christmas Consultant (Wedding Trouble 3) by Bianca Blythe - 12/14/19 - Pg. 4 - She had a new life, one that involved cleaning and sewing and French grammar books.
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game. - Candy Corn Crime (Oh! Fudge 2) by Grace Lemon - 10/20/19 - LOC 221 - Every year they give a TIARA to the blog or website that's voted top reader favorite
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character works for a newspaper - Purrfect Murder (Mysteries of Max 1) by Nic Saint - 7/16/19 - Odelia Poole is a reporter for the Hampton Cove Gazette newspaper
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas. - Chasing Skye (Texas High 1) by Kelsie Stelting - 12/23/19
2/16/20: Finishing this up with level 3, should be 84 between the two posts, this is post 1 of 2Smurf Challenge
Sept. 6 to who knows when!
Books read: 43/50
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Stay At Home Dead Jeffrey Allen 2/13/20
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Callie Reed is blonde--A Curio Killing Mary Ellen Hughes 9/9/19
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
Matt--In Cave Danger Kate E. Dyer-Seeley 9/12/19
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Sarah is clumsy at being a server or in the kitchen--Two Bites Too Many Debra H. Goldstein 9/24/19
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Death of a Coupon Clipper Lee Hollis 9/29/19
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Criminally Cocoa Amanda Flower 9/7/19 (Raymond the director is a grouch)
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
Lila talks about her dream of becoming a literary agent Buried in a Book Lucy Arlington 9/10/19
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
Officer Artie loves food--Fatal Cajun Festival: A Cajun Country Mystery Ellen Byron 9/13/19
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
Brynn is a cheese maker--Christmas Cow Bells Mollie Cox Bryan 9/17/19
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line. Mooved to Murder CeeCee James 1/23/20
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
Characters exploring a supposedly haunted house--Of Spice and Men Sarah Fox 10/5/19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
Searched for an awol bridesmaid--Something Borrowed, Something Mewed Bethany Blake 9/18/19
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
Lily--A Case of Murder by Monte Carlo: Texas General Cozy Cases of Mystery, Book 1 Becki Willis 10/16/19
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Blueberry Cupcake Mystery Naomi Miller 10/9/19
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
Bailey is a chocolate sculptor. Toxic Toffee Amanda Flower 9/8/2019
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
Buried in the Stacks Allison Brook 9/11/19 Ch. 5 loc. 576 "An ongoing poetry workshop."
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
Arlene Kay 10/13/1920. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
Ralph White--Last Pen Standing Vivian Conroy 9/17/19
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Buck Bird, the sheriff in the 2nd story--Christmas Cocoa Murder Carlene O'Connor 9/20/19
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
Chickenlandia Mystery Daisy Pettles 10/11/19
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Olive is the little sister--A Potion to Die For Heather Blake 10/4/19
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
Death and Doubloons Nola Robertson 10/12/19
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Murder, She Wrote The Murder of Sherlock Holmes James Anderson 11/24/2019 (book was based on a TV episode)
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Apple Cider Slaying Julie Anne Lindsey 11/7/19, Ch. 4 loc. 584 "...taking in the sky full of stars. No smog. No skyscrapers..."
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Muffins--
Victoria Hamilton 10/8/1929. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
Ethan Carlson (was a history professor)--Halloween Hijinks Kathi Daley 10/1/19
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
Lori C. Yarn to Go Betty Hechtman 9/30/19
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
Sloan--Beyond a Reasonable Stout Ellie Alexander 10/2/19
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money. (Norm Kivas) Booked for Trouble Eva Gates 9/14/19
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Mrs. Murphy the cat goes fishing--Murder, She Meowed Rita Mae Brown 11/7/19
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.--(going to FL, two guys have a fight onboard)Sunshine Hunter Maddie Cochere 1/7/20
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
Lucy--Read and Buried Eva Gates 10/7/19
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
Zoe and Jeremy have a temp job as caring for dirty, stinky turkeys--The Trouble with Turkeys Kathi Daley 10/14/19
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
Addie went through someone's office--Murder in the First Edition Lauren Elliott 9/22/19
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Storm--Reading Up a Storm Eva Gates 9/27/19
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Blake Brown is a reporter--Murder at Hartigan House Lee Strauss 10/3/19
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
Hounds of the Basket Stitch Anne Canadeo 10/6/19 Ch. 7, loc. 1873 "Holly has been sick only two days."
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
Parker, Will or Nick are all in home painting, restoration and gardening--Mrs. Morris and the Ghost Traci Wilton 9/25/19
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
First of September: An Amelia Bay Cozy Mystery Kathleen Joyce 9/15/19 Ch. 8 p. 68 "...opened the car door she saw Bev dressed all in black."
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
Mary Taylor teaches sewing--Appliqued to Death: A Home Economics Mystery, book 1 Kathleen Suzette 9/26/19
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Annual community scavenger hunt--Three Widows and a Corpse Debra Sennefelder 11/5/19
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
Daisy writes for a spider journal--It's Your Party, Die If You Want To Vickie Fee 9/28/19
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Mistletoe Murder Karen MacInerney 12/6/19
51-103 of Smurf Challenge41/50
Total both parts: 84
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
Body on the Bayou Ellen Byron 10/19/19
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Premeditated Peppermint Amanda Flower 9/6/19--Aiden goes to the ER for a gun shot wound.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
Merry Wynter--Muffin But Murder Victoria Hamilton 10/10/19
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
Dar-Dar--Milkshakes and Murder Christy Murphy 10/15/19
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
Birdie Favazza who is like a grandmother to everyone--A Murderous Tangle Sally Goldenbaum 11/23/19
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where th--ere is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.--Murder on the SS Mystique Shelly West 1/31/20
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
A rose on the little sign bottom left--
Lucy Burdette 11/20/1959. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
Alex and Jen--Jam Up and Jelly Fright Donna Walo Clancy 10/18/19
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.--Zombie Waffle Murder (The Wicked Waffle Series) Carolyn Q. Hunter 1/9/20
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Felix the koala--Last Gasp Karen Chester 10/22/19
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Lynn Cahoon 1/29/2065. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
If there's a man around, Irma is easily distracted and totally forgets about anything else--Bookmarked for Murder V.M. Burns 11/22/19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
Tina--Apple Pies and Alibis Christy Murphy 10/14/19
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
Aspen--Fan Mail: An Aspen Adams Novel of Suspense Daryl Wood Gerber 11/15/19
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
Bernadette--Stamped Out Tonya Kappes 11/13/19
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Francine--One Corrupt Cookie Jill-Ayn Martin 11/22/19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Fudge Bites Nancy CoCo 9/21/19
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
Jamie Lowder was very aggressive--Pepperoni Pizza Can Be Murder Chris Cavender 11/18/19
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
Frankie "No Toes" limps due to losing his toes when his brother ran over his foot--Take the Monkeys and Run Karen Cantwell 11/21/19
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
It was sad when Zoe had to give Maggie the dog and her puppies back to their original owner after fostering them for 6 weeks--Christmas Crazy Kathi Daley 10/17/19
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
1. Twins are 8 years old, Walter and Fred--Invitation Only Murder Leslie Meier 11/28/19
2. 2nd in a series: Murder Under the Tree Susan Bernhardt 12/4/19--Kay Driscoll series
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
The Perfect Brew Jo-Ann Carson 11/14/19 (Gavin comes to help out Cassie after she was poisoned)
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
Brian aka Roach is a drummer--Buttercream Bump Off Jenn McKinlay 10/23/19
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
Clay East works for the newspaper--Deadly Ride Jody Holford 10/24/19
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
Violet rides a bike around the town--Verse and Vengeance Amanda Flower 12/23/19
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
Jean Worthington--Murder, She KnitPeggy Ehrhart 1/9/20
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
Christmas Sweets Joanne Fluke 10/31/19--Julie fell in love with Matt in the first story
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Madeleine Calvert--Winter Takes All ML Erdahl 12/9/19
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
Danny is an alcoholic and has to be very careful---BlackBuried Pie Lyndsey Cole 1/3/20
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
Anna's life is turned on end when her ex is killed--Framed for Murder Cathy Spencer 10/30/19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
JJ collects cookbooks--Toasting Up Trouble Linda Wiken 11/18/19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Macey McHenry--I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You Ally Carter 11/19/19
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Christmas party--Tide and Punishment Bree Baker 9/23/19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
Potions Are for Pushovers Tamara Berry 11/30/19
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
Megan's friend Sarah in California is a dancer--Dead in Dublin Catie Murphy 1/21/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
An Ale of Two Cities Sarah Fox 11/30/19
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Masking for Trouble Diane Vallere 10/20/19
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
Wendy joins a gym in her new town--Negative Exposure Lisa B. Thomas 1/4/20
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Missy is still mourning her husband and hides her emotions often to keep others from feeling sorry for her--Pooches, Pumpkins, and Poison: A Pooch Party Cozy MysteryCarolyn Ridder Aspenson 12/12/19
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
The Diva Takes the Cake Krista Davis 12/31/19 (view spoiler)
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
Finding the killer to clear her own name--Cobblered to Death Rosemarie Ross 11/26/19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
JoAnne wrote: "Welcome Tari!"Thanks, JoAnne!
The Smurfs Challenge 2.0Duration: September 08, 2019 - March 10, 2021
(Part 1)
104/104 Completed. Finish!!
Level:
Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks
Read 1 book for each smurf listed.
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Lost Love-Kelly Elliott 3/18/20
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Broken Course-Aly Martinez 4/29/20
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Wreaking Havoc-Harley Stone 5/09/20
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
Forever Right Now-Emma Scott 7/24/20
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Animal Magnetism-Jill Shalvis 1/01/20
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Boomerangers-Heather M. Orgeron 6/19/20
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Charlie Foxtrot-Lani Lynn Vale 7/22/20
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
Acceptance-K.E. Osborn 1/02/20
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
All the Way-Jennifer Probst 8/11/20
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef.
Falling With You-Carrie Ann Ryan 2/25/20
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
(Loc 1383: "What the f*ck was that? I asked myself in the mirror")
Across the Horizon-Aly Martinez 10/11/19
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
The Murderer's Son-Joy Ellis 9/30/19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
One Last Sin-Georgia Cates 8/04/20
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
(MC Teagan)
Unattainable-Madeline Sheehan 6/06/20
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Illusive-Nina Levine 8/06/20
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
With Your Permission-Stephanie Nicole Norris 1/12/20
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
The Narrows-Michael Connelly 2/16/20
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
Tattered-Devney Perry 4/29/20
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover.
Savaged-Mia Sheridan 8/17/20
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
Seize Me-Crystal Spears 5/01/20
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Repeat Offender-Lani Lynn Vale 1/14/21
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride-Joe Siple 10/14/19
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
The Outpost-Devney Perry 7/25/20
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Beneath the Truth-Meghan March 1/24/20
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
What Lies Between-B.N. Toler 7/27/20
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Waiting to Exhale-Terry McMillan 9/08/19
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
(Loc 154: Chrysler building glitters in the first rays of the sun.)
Heat-Nicolina Martin 4/08/20
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
The Strawberry Hearts Diner-Carolyn Brown 11/15/20
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
The Tin Rose-Anne Renwick 9/22/19
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
Until-Danielle Norman 2/02/20
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
DAX-Jessie Cooke 4/17/20
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
CODY: Southside Skulls Motorcycle Club-Jessie Cooke 9/27/20
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
All the Way-Kristen Proby 8/11/20
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
Never Never-Colleen Hoover 6/19/20
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
All I Want-Jill Shalvis 4/03/20
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
Fight or Flight-Samantha Young 7/03/20
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
A Nordic King-Karina Halle 10/10/20
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
(pg.2 "Girls, get up! I overslept. You're gonna be late for school."
The Truth About Lies-Aly Martinez 9/19/19
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
Hit & Run-Freya Barker 9/25/20
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
Morocco-Rebecca Ratliff 11/08/19
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
Fatal Affair-Marie Force 10/31/20
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Love in a Snow Storm-Zoe York 10/20/19
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Give Me A Reason-Stephanie Nicole Norris 1/15/20
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
(MC Laura went into heart failure)
Easy to Fall-W. Winters 9/04/20
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
Reaper's Fire-Joanna Wylde 10/10/19
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
(Loc 1919: "Why are you two dressed in all black?")
Rake's Redemption-Chantal Fernando 9/26/19
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
The Allure of Julian Lefray-R.S. Grey 8/16/20
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
(Soccer game)
Kickin' It-Rachel Van Dyken 9/13/20
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
(MC Bryce Ryan writer for local newspaper)
Gypsy King-Devney Perry 8/07/20
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Addicted to You-Nikki Mays 12/27/19
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
A White Picket Fence-Laura Branchflower 11/25/20
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Sweetest Obsession-Ann Mayburn 3/20/20
The Smurfs Challenge 2.0Duration: September 08, 2019 - March 10, 2021
(Part 2)
104/104 Completed. Finish!!
Level:
Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks
Read 1 book for each smurf listed.
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
Tasks:
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
Cuffed by You-Nikki Mays 12/13/20
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character hangs around in bars.
Free Me-Laurelin Paige 12/30/20
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
Love Me Crazy-M.N. Forgy 8/27/20
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
About That Kiss-Jill Shalvis 8/25/20
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
On The Run Book 1: The Elite-K.B. Winters 3/21/20
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
All the Lies We Tell-Megan Hart 5/19/20
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
Inferno: Part 4-T.K. Leigh 6/23/20
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
We All Fall Down-Logan Chance 9/15/20
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
Aiming for Love-Mary Connealy 10/27/19
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
Sentinel-Anna Hackett 9/14/19
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Raber Wolf Pack: Book Two-Ryan Michele 10/07/19
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Goody Two Shoes-Janet Elizabeth Henderson 10/11/19
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
Where Darkness Lies-Bella Jewel 2/18/20
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things.
The Oblivious Billionaire: A Romantic Comedy About a Forgetful Billionaire-Kristy Tate 11/18/19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
Thirst of Steel-Ronie Kendig 3/11/20
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
Secret Obsession-Ann Mayburn 5/12/20
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
Changing Course-Aly Martinez 3/27/20
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
Scotland-Brandi Ratliff 11/06/19
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
One Last Sin-Georgia Cates 8/04/20
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Archer's Voice-Mia Sheridan 11/18/20
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
MC Chronicles: The Diary of Bink Cummings Shorts #4-Bink Cummings 3/17/20
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with an aggressive character.
Tragic-Devney Perry 11/28/20
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
Fighting Shadows-Aly Martinez 3/06/20
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
All for You-Belle Brooks 1/10/20
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
The Secret to Dating Your Best Friend's Sister-Meghan Quinn 11/11/19
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
a)All the Secrets We Keep-Megan Hart(Quarry Series #2) 11/16/19
b)Floating-Natasha Thomas (Twins) 10/15/19
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
The Deliverance of Dilan-Kathy Coopmans 12/31/19
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
Play-Kylie Scott 7/14/20
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
Blacke-Reagan Rothe 10/09/19
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
(Mary Boleyn)
The Other Boleyn Girl-Philippa Gregory 9/29/19
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
(Loc: Rushin' out of school, I darted toward the bike racks and hopped on my pink beach cruiser.)
Love You Now-M. Robinson 11/14/19
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
The Fire Between High & Lo-Brittainy C. Cherry 6/01/20
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
Devil In Her Bed-Amarie Avant 8/27/20
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Timid-Devney Perry 4/05/20
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
Stone Promises-Samantha Christy 10/03/20
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
(MC kidnapped by grandmother)
The Fall of V-Jessica Gadziala 8/17/20
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
Rescue My Heart-Jill Shalvis 9/12/20
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
Draw You Near-Jan Thompson 10/17/19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Butterfly in Frost-Sylvia Day 10/02/20
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
The Fall Up-Aly Martinez 11/20/20
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
You Promised Me Forever-Monica Murphy 5/12/20
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Trophy Wife-Alessandra Torre 3/06/20
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
Treading Water-Marie Force 7/23/20
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
(MC is a ballerina)
El Diablo-M. Robinson 9/02/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
Ugly Love-Colleen Hoover 10/23/20
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Among the Echoes-Aly Martinez 1/02/20
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a gym.
(MC Lance)
Say You're Sorry-Melinda Leigh 2/02/21
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Deliciously Damaged-K.B. Winters 7/24/20
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
Letters to Molly-Devney Perry 11/02/20
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
Six Feet Under-Whitney Barbetti 3/10/21
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
Wolfsgate-Cat Porter 9/23/19
Continuing from my second post: Message 105Tasks 51 - 75:
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction. - A Deadly Delivery (Psychic Cafe 1) by April Fernsby - 10/5/19 - MC Karis has a vision that someone pushed another character causing harm and has her sister Erin call and warn her about it
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to. -- The Final Arrangement (Flower Shop 1) by Annie Adams - 7/27/19 - MC gets black eye, cuts her finger, breaks her big toe, and gets minor head injury
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck. - A Family for Christmas by Helen Scott Taylor - 12/19/19 - MC, Eve's car gets stuck in a ditch during a snowstorm, she drops her laptop and cracks the screen, discovers her company car got hit overnight and is now totaled causing her to be stuck longer and miss an important business meeting
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps - Death at a Diner (Murder in Milburn 1) by Nancy McGovern - 1/3/20 - LOC 208 - she was skipping and holding up a dress
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother- Celia is a grandmother to Ruth - Purrfect Murder (Hazel Harper 1) by Louise Lynn - 10/3/19
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple. - Gifts of Jangalore (Grand Master's Trilogy 0.5) by Aurora Springer - 12/29/19 - LOC 62 - The signal for the artifact comes from the interior
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat. - The 13th Fellow: A Mystery in Provence (Havilah Gaie 1) by Tracy Whiting - 7/18/19
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover. - Bobby's Diner (Bobby's Diner 1) by Susan Wingate - 8/26/19
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country. - Celtic Ties (Lizzy O'Malley 2) by Kelly Running - 3/19/20 - set in both USA and Ireland
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie. - Justice in Savannah (Made In Savannah 3) by Hope Callaghan - 9/26/19 - One of the fellow business owners befriends Carlita and offers to help, and is trying to ruin her at the same time
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used. - Meredith Potts Halloween Cozy Mystery Set - Halloween Candy with a Side of Murder by Meredith Potts - 10/16/19 - body of a woman is found with arrow sticking out of her chest, main suspects belong to the local archery club
62. Astro Smurf - Read a book set somewhere other than Earth. - The Winter Letter by Dustan Stanley - 1/27/22
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur). - The Vampire wants a Wife (Supernatural Dating Agency 1) by Andie M. Long - 11/18/19 - Frankie is a werewolf
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book with a shoe on the cover. - Let's Dance (Scott Family 1) by Amanda Paull - 2/27/20
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates. - I Remember My First Time: A Sword and Sorcery Story by Dylan Doose - 11/29/19
66. Flighty Smurf - Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things -- Secret Snowman (Behind the Door 1) by Alayna Fox - 10/04/2021 - Pepper
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword. - Facing the Storm (Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventure 1) by David DeLee - 4/15/20 - LOC 1807 and Tara's expert swordsmanship
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem - Detective Ronnie Moor - Back in the Game by Susan Harper - 6/30/20
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no. - Old Bones (Hetty Fox 3) by Anna Drake - 7/13/20 - Hetty can't tell anyone no and ends up in situations she'd rather avoid
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character. - The Long Winter (Little House 6) by Laura Ingalls Wilder - 6/8/2020 - Pg. 319 "Trust a Scotchwoman to manage" (Caroline Ingalls)
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack. - Treated as Murder (Edith Horton 1) by Noreen Wainwright - 7/3/19
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy. - The Director's Cut: A Patricia Fisher Mystery (Cruise Mysteries 3) by Steve Higgs - 8/17/19 - LOC 2567 - Then that crazy Cindy Telford came after Barbie
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person. - Diner Deeds Done Dirt Cheap: An Aspie Girl in Massachusetts (Diner Short Story Mysteries 1) by Lisa Shea - 7/30/19
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character. - Journey to Mermaid Kingdom (Tails of Mermaids 1) by Celesta Thiessen - 11/29/19 - Professor Naturae is mad octopus scientist that tries to implement evil plans
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability. - Two Legs, Three Legs, Four Legs: More Rescue Dog Stories With Duncan the Canine Tripod and his Friends Seamus, Shannon and Minnie by Chris Brooks - 10/20/19 - Duncan, the youngest rescue dog in the story, lost a leg due to a car accident when he was a puppy
Continuing my Previous Post: Message 113Tasks 76 - 103:
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry. - Rainy Days by Grant Hudson - 2/1/20
77. Bored Smurf - Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs-Read a book with twins - I Am Girl Power by Katie Cross - 6/29/19
*78*. Twin Smurfs: 2nd in a Series - Peanut Butter Fudge & Murder (Sweet Treats 2) by Lori Woods - 7/30/19
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger. - A Mew To A Kill (Mystic Notch 3) by Leighann Dobbs - 11/5/19 - MC gets hit by a pick up, Kenny calls 911, and Striker takes care of Pandora the MC's cat
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician - All That Glitters (All That 1) by Tracy Krimmer - 11/21/19 - MC Dory is a famous country music singer
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover. - The Accidental Hero by Joshua Graham - 10/20/19
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named David - Divorcees.Biz by Eileen Thornton - 7/11/19
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a bike. Tea with Milk and Murder (Oxford Tearoom 2) by H.Y. Hanna - 8/30/19 - MC rides bike to and from the tearoom she owns almost every single day
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character - Just One Piece (PTO Murder Club 3) by Katie Graykowski - 1/8/20 - Pg. 157 - Me, the woman who juggles food, rent, and utilities, all while teetering on the brink of poverty (spoken from MC's point of view)
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love. - That Old Witch! (Coffee Coven Capers 1) by M.Z. Andrews - 11/11/19 - Pg. 317 - One minute she was there, one minute she was falling out of the tree.
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk. - Bobby's Diner (Bobby's Diner 1) by Susan Wingate - 8/26/19 - Georgie, Van, & Helen have a girls night out and get drunk drinking wine
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction. - The Christmas Letter (Tess and Tilly 1) by Kathi Daley - 12/2/19 - Donny has a gambling addiction
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. - Asking for Trouble (London Confidential 1) by Sandra Byrd - 9/28/19 - MC, Savvy, is forced to move from Seattle, WA to Wexburg in the UK
89. Camper Smurf - Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent. - The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane 2/13/22
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector. - The Female Correspondent by E.A. Deverell - 10/12/20 - a few of the male characters, including the male MC, collect various plants and herbs and press them in books, having meetings to discuss their findings and for learning purposes
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression. - Blue Ribbon Revenge: Christian Cozy Mystery (Baker's Dozen 8) by Donna Doyle - 12/1/19 - Collin Casey was pushy and overbearing always demanding his own way
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile. - Murder from the Newsdesk: Seven Crampton of the Chronicle mystery stories by Peter Bartram - 7/16/20
93. Simple Minded Smurf - Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about. - Costa del Churros by Isabella May - 9/5/20
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party. - Cookies and Buried Secrets (Sandy Bay 3) by Amber Crewes - 10/28/19 - LOC 97 Jack escorted Meghan inside, and she saw that Karen's birthday party was well underway.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it. - Death Visits the Hair Salon (Mysteries of Marion 1) by Amy Andersen - 3/3/20
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance. - Falling for the Wolf (Shifted Mates 0.5) by Crystal Ash - 2/27/20 - Astrid goes to a college Spring formal dance with her boyfriend
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read. - The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore - 12/24/19
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise. - Hamburger Heist (Felicia's Food Truck 2) by Celia Kinsey - 2/28/20 - Robber wears voice altering Darth Vader mask when holding up the food truck
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym. - Beachcomber Love (Beachcomber Investigations 7.7) by Stephanie Queen - 6/15/2020 - MC, Dane goes for a run on the beach
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions. - The new year's eve kiss by Chloë Miller - 1/4/20 - MCs ignore their deeper feelings for one another for years
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story. - The Neil Gage Hit by Robert North - 2/9/20 - LOC 863 - He tore at the crimson wrapping paper and the lid fell off. Inside was the bone-handled dagger Paulo McMahon had held to his throat.
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal. - Showbiz Cakes and Deadly Slices (Sandy Bay 0.5) by Amber Crewes - 10/27/19 - Meghan, MC, aspires to be a famous actress but never lands a role in anything
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book. - The Perfume Collector by Kathleen Tessaro - 5/15/2020
Hey JoAnne, on #26, is it ok if it's based on a TV series instead of the series made from it? The book I just read is based on the first episode of Murder, She Wrote and was hoping to use it for that one, thanks!
Mod
Yeah, that works!
JoAnne wrote: "Yeah, that works!"Oh good, thanks, JoAnne!
The Smurfs Challenge 2.0
Duration: As Long as it Takes!
Smurfalicious: 75 - 104 Tasks
3/104
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead. - The Angel Experiment by James Patterson -Max, the main character, is blonde -
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone. - Pegasus and the Rise of the Titans by Kate O'Hearn - Lorin, the antagonist, is looking for Emily to gain her powers. - 11/27/19
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green
cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy. - Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat by Lynne Jonell -"I'm not the one whose crazy," Emmy muttered to Rat as she sat down. - 12/8/19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise. - Following Fake Man by Barbara Ware Holmes - "Every single day, he gets on the ten-thirty boat wearing that lame disguise" - 12/12/19
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym. '
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book. - American Royals by Katharine McGee - The genre is alternate history. -
Duration: As Long as it Takes!
Smurfalicious: 75 - 104 Tasks
3/104
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead. - The Angel Experiment by James Patterson -Max, the main character, is blonde -
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green
cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy. - Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat by Lynne Jonell -"I'm not the one whose crazy," Emmy muttered to Rat as she sat down. - 12/8/19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise. - Following Fake Man by Barbara Ware Holmes - "Every single day, he gets on the ten-thirty boat wearing that lame disguise" - 12/12/19
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym. '
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book. - American Royals by Katharine McGee - The genre is alternate history. -
Denxxx smurf challenge continued
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Dangerous Pleasures – Bertrice Small 21.02.19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent. Lost In The Jungle – Yossi Ghinsberg – 29 Jan 2019
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
The zoo – the wild and wonderful tale of the founding of London zoo– isobel charman – 03.11.19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression. Heartstopper – volume one – Alice Oseman 04.07.19 278
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile. Dubliners – James Joyce – 19.03.19
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about. The Memory – Lucy Dawson – 9 Feb 2019
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party. Here I Am Jonathan Safran Foer – 20.02.19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it. And The Ocean Was Our Sky – Patrick Ness – 18.03.19
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read. A Spark Of Light – Jodi Picoult – 04.03.19
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions. The One – John Marrs – 12 Feb
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story. Charity Ends At Home – Colin Watson – 30 Jan 2019
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal. Be Near Me – Andrew O’Hagan – 26.02.19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
In Dublin’s fair city – rhys bowen – 26.09.19
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Dangerous Pleasures – Bertrice Small 21.02.19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent. Lost In The Jungle – Yossi Ghinsberg – 29 Jan 2019
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
The zoo – the wild and wonderful tale of the founding of London zoo– isobel charman – 03.11.19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression. Heartstopper – volume one – Alice Oseman 04.07.19 278
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile. Dubliners – James Joyce – 19.03.19
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about. The Memory – Lucy Dawson – 9 Feb 2019
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party. Here I Am Jonathan Safran Foer – 20.02.19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it. And The Ocean Was Our Sky – Patrick Ness – 18.03.19
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read. A Spark Of Light – Jodi Picoult – 04.03.19
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions. The One – John Marrs – 12 Feb
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story. Charity Ends At Home – Colin Watson – 30 Jan 2019
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal. Be Near Me – Andrew O’Hagan – 26.02.19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
In Dublin’s fair city – rhys bowen – 26.09.19
Smurf Challenge completed
Start date: 16/01/2019 - Read: 85/104 - Smurfalicious
Loving this challenge
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father. Daddy’s little soldier – Maggie Hartley 27.06.19 304
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character. Hound of the Baskervilles – Arthur Conan Doyle – 08.05.19
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character. Paddington Takes the Test and Other Stories – Michael Bond – 19.03.19
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Doctor proctor’s fart powder– Jo Nesbo – 24 Jan 2019
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character. A Question Of Blood – Ian Rankin – 28.02.19
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams. One Hundred Years of Solitude - Gabriel Garcia Marquez 22.02.19
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food. Julie & Julia – Julie Powell – 14.07.19
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry A Dash Of Love – Liz Isaacson 22.02.19
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line. Mirror, mirror – a twisted tale – jen calonita 28.06.19 344
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element. Dracula – Bram Stoker – Audio – 14.03.19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone. The crow girl Erik Axl Sund – 28 Jan 2019 – p121 – looking for Martin at the fairground
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up. Helen’s mum is always tidying, cooking etc She’s Leaving Home – Edwina Currie – 12 Feb 2019
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after. The sweetest thing – jill shalvis – 23.07.19
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist. The Marriage Of Opposites – Alice Hoffman – 08.03.19
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry. Death Of A Maid – M.C. Beaton – 12.03.19
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine. Dear thing – Julie Cohen – 05.07.19 432
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature. Lost in the Jungle - yossi ghinsberg 2019
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper. – the grandmother in The Broken Bridge – Philip Pullman – 20 Jan 2019
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character. An April Shroud – Reginald Hill – 5 Feb 2019
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old. Pog – Padraig Kenny 08.07.19
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting. A Cold Season – Alison Littlewood – 04.03.19
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister. Secret evil – zara gill – 15.06.19
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic. A whole new world – liz braswell 26.07.19
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play. Ian Rankin – The Falls – Ian Rankin 9 Feb
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it. The secret runners of new YORK – matthew reilly 01.06.19
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover. The undercover cook – katie fforde – 27.05.19
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review. Into The Water – Paula Hawkins – 17.02.19
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family. Heliopolis – James Scudamore 13 Feb 2019
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance. Sugar And Spice And All Those Lies – Evy Journey – 24.02.19
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money. Giovanni’s Room – James Baldwin – 18 Jan 2019
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing. The Tiger’s Wife – Tea Obreht – 21.03.19
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane. Even Money – Dick Francis & Felix Francis – 23.02.19
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch. The Last Tudor – Philippa Gregory – 01.04.19
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.– Kennedy oversleeps on the day of the trial Small great things – Jodi Picoult - 3 Feb 2019
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job. Death of a dustman – m.c. beaton – 14.04.19
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things. Rebus looks through things – Saints of the Shadow Bible – Jan 2019 – Ian Rankin
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Fog – caroline b. cooney 09.08.19
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media. Death Of A Scriptwriter – M.C. Beaton – 25.02.19
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick. The Five – Hallie Rubenhold– 18.03.19
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance. Me Before You – Jojo Moyes – 07.03.19
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry. For the love of mike – rhys bowen –– molly murphy #3 20.03.19
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine. Death Of A Dreamer – M.C. Beaton 25.02.19
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas. Texas Ranger – James Patterson – 14.05.19
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction. Death Of A Bore – M.C.Beaton 10.03.19
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to. Black Beauty – Anna Sewell 01.03.19
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck. Resurrection Men – Ian Rankin – 14.03.19
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars. Birthday – Meredith Russo- 29.09.19
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories. The Sealwoman’s Gift – Sally Magnusson – 21.02.19
59. Traveller Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country. Around the World in 80 Days – Jules Verne – 17.03.19
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie. Trust No One – Clare Donoghue – 23.02.19
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth. Doctor who – The lost flame – cavan scott 22.03.19
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur). City of fallen angels – Cassandra clare – 16.04.19
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates. Pirate school – the birthday bash – Jeremy strong – 29.05.19
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things Dear Cancer – Victoria Derbyshire 27.04.19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword. City of lost souls – Cassandra clare – 08.05.19
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem Battered, Broken, Healed: A mother separated from her daughter. Only a painful truth can bring them back together – Maggie Hartley – 14.06.19
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no. The Witchfinder’s Sister - Beth Underdown – 17 Jan 2019– Alice & others can’t say no to Matthew
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character. – MacBeth – Jo Nesbo 28 Jan
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack. The Rest of Us Just Live Here – Patrick Ness – 7 Feb 2019
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy. Death Of A Prankster – M.C. Beaton – 11.03.19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person. Becoming – Michelle Obama -16.03.19
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character. Missing Justice – Alafair Burke – 18.03.19
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability. What we saw at night – Jacquelyn mitchard 13.07.19
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry. Girl alone – cathy glass – 29.05.19
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
Mystery Mile – Margery Allingham Biddy and Giles are twins and the book is also the second Albert Campion book
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger. Little sister – lucy dawson – 19.07.19
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician Brutally honest – Melanie brown – 11.07.19
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don – Alexandra’s business partner is David White Lies – Lucy Dawson – 13.03.19
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor. Arthur & George – Julian Barnes – 25.02.19
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love. Black Sheep - Georgette Heyer – 24.02.19
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk. The summer maiden – dilly court – 09.07.19
Start date: 16/01/2019 - Read: 85/104 - Smurfalicious
Loving this challenge
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father. Daddy’s little soldier – Maggie Hartley 27.06.19 304
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character. Hound of the Baskervilles – Arthur Conan Doyle – 08.05.19
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character. Paddington Takes the Test and Other Stories – Michael Bond – 19.03.19
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Doctor proctor’s fart powder– Jo Nesbo – 24 Jan 2019
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character. A Question Of Blood – Ian Rankin – 28.02.19
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams. One Hundred Years of Solitude - Gabriel Garcia Marquez 22.02.19
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food. Julie & Julia – Julie Powell – 14.07.19
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry A Dash Of Love – Liz Isaacson 22.02.19
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line. Mirror, mirror – a twisted tale – jen calonita 28.06.19 344
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element. Dracula – Bram Stoker – Audio – 14.03.19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone. The crow girl Erik Axl Sund – 28 Jan 2019 – p121 – looking for Martin at the fairground
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up. Helen’s mum is always tidying, cooking etc She’s Leaving Home – Edwina Currie – 12 Feb 2019
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after. The sweetest thing – jill shalvis – 23.07.19
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist. The Marriage Of Opposites – Alice Hoffman – 08.03.19
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry. Death Of A Maid – M.C. Beaton – 12.03.19
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine. Dear thing – Julie Cohen – 05.07.19 432
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature. Lost in the Jungle - yossi ghinsberg 2019
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper. – the grandmother in The Broken Bridge – Philip Pullman – 20 Jan 2019
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character. An April Shroud – Reginald Hill – 5 Feb 2019
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old. Pog – Padraig Kenny 08.07.19
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting. A Cold Season – Alison Littlewood – 04.03.19
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister. Secret evil – zara gill – 15.06.19
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic. A whole new world – liz braswell 26.07.19
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play. Ian Rankin – The Falls – Ian Rankin 9 Feb
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it. The secret runners of new YORK – matthew reilly 01.06.19
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover. The undercover cook – katie fforde – 27.05.19
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review. Into The Water – Paula Hawkins – 17.02.19
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family. Heliopolis – James Scudamore 13 Feb 2019
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance. Sugar And Spice And All Those Lies – Evy Journey – 24.02.19
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money. Giovanni’s Room – James Baldwin – 18 Jan 2019
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing. The Tiger’s Wife – Tea Obreht – 21.03.19
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane. Even Money – Dick Francis & Felix Francis – 23.02.19
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch. The Last Tudor – Philippa Gregory – 01.04.19
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.– Kennedy oversleeps on the day of the trial Small great things – Jodi Picoult - 3 Feb 2019
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job. Death of a dustman – m.c. beaton – 14.04.19
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things. Rebus looks through things – Saints of the Shadow Bible – Jan 2019 – Ian Rankin
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Fog – caroline b. cooney 09.08.19
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media. Death Of A Scriptwriter – M.C. Beaton – 25.02.19
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick. The Five – Hallie Rubenhold– 18.03.19
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance. Me Before You – Jojo Moyes – 07.03.19
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry. For the love of mike – rhys bowen –– molly murphy #3 20.03.19
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine. Death Of A Dreamer – M.C. Beaton 25.02.19
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas. Texas Ranger – James Patterson – 14.05.19
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction. Death Of A Bore – M.C.Beaton 10.03.19
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to. Black Beauty – Anna Sewell 01.03.19
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck. Resurrection Men – Ian Rankin – 14.03.19
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars. Birthday – Meredith Russo- 29.09.19
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories. The Sealwoman’s Gift – Sally Magnusson – 21.02.19
59. Traveller Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country. Around the World in 80 Days – Jules Verne – 17.03.19
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie. Trust No One – Clare Donoghue – 23.02.19
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth. Doctor who – The lost flame – cavan scott 22.03.19
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur). City of fallen angels – Cassandra clare – 16.04.19
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates. Pirate school – the birthday bash – Jeremy strong – 29.05.19
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things Dear Cancer – Victoria Derbyshire 27.04.19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword. City of lost souls – Cassandra clare – 08.05.19
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem Battered, Broken, Healed: A mother separated from her daughter. Only a painful truth can bring them back together – Maggie Hartley – 14.06.19
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no. The Witchfinder’s Sister - Beth Underdown – 17 Jan 2019– Alice & others can’t say no to Matthew
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character. – MacBeth – Jo Nesbo 28 Jan
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack. The Rest of Us Just Live Here – Patrick Ness – 7 Feb 2019
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy. Death Of A Prankster – M.C. Beaton – 11.03.19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person. Becoming – Michelle Obama -16.03.19
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character. Missing Justice – Alafair Burke – 18.03.19
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability. What we saw at night – Jacquelyn mitchard 13.07.19
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry. Girl alone – cathy glass – 29.05.19
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
Mystery Mile – Margery Allingham Biddy and Giles are twins and the book is also the second Albert Campion book
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger. Little sister – lucy dawson – 19.07.19
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician Brutally honest – Melanie brown – 11.07.19
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don – Alexandra’s business partner is David White Lies – Lucy Dawson – 13.03.19
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor. Arthur & George – Julian Barnes – 25.02.19
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love. Black Sheep - Georgette Heyer – 24.02.19
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk. The summer maiden – dilly court – 09.07.19
Denxxx smurf challenge continued completed #2
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Dangerous Pleasures – Bertrice Small 21.02.19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent. Lost In The Jungle – Yossi Ghinsberg – 29 Jan 2019
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
The zoo – the wild and wonderful tale of the founding of London zoo– isobel charman – 03.11.19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression. Heartstopper – volume one – Alice Oseman 04.07.19 278
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile. Dubliners – James Joyce – 19.03.19
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about. The Memory – Lucy Dawson – 9 Feb 2019
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party. Here I Am Jonathan Safran Foer – 20.02.19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it. And The Ocean Was Our Sky – Patrick Ness – 18.03.19
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read. A Spark Of Light – Jodi Picoult – 04.03.19
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions. The One – John Marrs – 12 Feb
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story. Charity Ends At Home – Colin Watson – 30 Jan 2019
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal. Be Near Me – Andrew O’Hagan – 26.02.19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
In Dublin’s fair city – rhys bowen – 26.09.19
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Dangerous Pleasures – Bertrice Small 21.02.19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent. Lost In The Jungle – Yossi Ghinsberg – 29 Jan 2019
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
The zoo – the wild and wonderful tale of the founding of London zoo– isobel charman – 03.11.19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression. Heartstopper – volume one – Alice Oseman 04.07.19 278
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile. Dubliners – James Joyce – 19.03.19
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about. The Memory – Lucy Dawson – 9 Feb 2019
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party. Here I Am Jonathan Safran Foer – 20.02.19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it. And The Ocean Was Our Sky – Patrick Ness – 18.03.19
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read. A Spark Of Light – Jodi Picoult – 04.03.19
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions. The One – John Marrs – 12 Feb
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story. Charity Ends At Home – Colin Watson – 30 Jan 2019
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal. Be Near Me – Andrew O’Hagan – 26.02.19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
In Dublin’s fair city – rhys bowen – 26.09.19
Finished!The Smurfs Challenge 2.0
***This challenge was originally posted by Dawn (Kat N Hat) in June of 2012.
The only change we made was to #26 to include TV shows. We also changed the levels to make a finish more attainable. ***
Duration: As Long As it Takes!
Level: Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks
Read 1 book for each smurf listed.
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Eyes of Prey by John Sandford 2/9/18 (Lucas has a daughter)
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Rocky Mountain Devil by Vivian Arend 7/23/18 (Laurel)
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Uncharted by Anna Hackett 12/21/174. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
One Reckless Summer by Toni Blake 6/19/18 (Jenny majored in astronomy and is a school teacher)
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
The Mighty Quinn by Sommer Marsden 5/29/18 (Quinn)
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
The Scam by Janet Evanovich 1/5/18
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson 2/7/18 (Mr. Hyde)
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
The Mistake by Elle Kennedy 4/8/18 (Logan wants to play pro hockey)
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
My Lord Immortality by Alexandra Ivy 1/15/18 (William)
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
Murder in an Irish Village by Carlene O'Connor 3/21/18
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
Through the Looking-Glass and What Alice Found There by Lewis Carroll 12/27/17
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
The Shining by Stephen King 1/13/18
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
Beneath the Scars by Cherise Sinclair 5/25/18
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Shoulda Been a Cowboy by Lorelei James 12/6/17
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
Wild Man Creek by Robyn Carr 5/2/18 (Colin)
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
Red Mandarin Dress by Qiu Xiaolong 9/24/18 (Chen references Chinese poetry)
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
Heartless by Gail Carriger 3/26/18
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover
Phantom Evil by Heather Graham 5/16/1820. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
Cowgirls Don't Cry by Lorelei James 3/27/18 (Casper)
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Lover Revealed by J.R. Ward 12/15/18 (Butch)
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
Hexed by Kevin Hearne 4/25/18 (Atticus)
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
Raising Kane by Lorelei James 2/26/18
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
All Jacked Up by Lorelei James 12/15/17
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
Magic to the Bone by Devon Monk 4/6/18
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Around the World in Eighty Days by Jules Verne 3/18/18
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Chasin' Eight by Lorelei James 5/16/18
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Blueberry Muffin Murder by Joanne Fluke 9/24/1829. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
Heart of Steel by Meljean Brook 2/18/19
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
Chain Lightning by Elizabeth Lowell 5/14/18 (Mandy)
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
Moonlight Road by Robyn Carr 12/7/17
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
Blood Rites by Jim Butcher 4/1/18
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
Lucky in Love by K.S. Thomas 1/12/18
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
2000 Kisses by Christina Skye 5/8/18
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Follow Love by J.H. Croix 5/31/18
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
Yuri by Roxie Rivera 7/22/18
Yuri owns a plane.
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
The Fall of Arthur by J.R.R. Tolkien 2/20/18 (King Arthur)
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
After Hours by Cara McKenna 5/1/18
Erin oversleeps and is late for her shift.
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
The Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters 5/24/18
(set in Egypt)
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
Last Puzzle & Testament by Parnell Hall 3/3/18 (Emma)
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Sandstorm by James Rollins 4/3/18
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Not Even for Love by Sandra Brown 2/20/18 (Reeves is a photographer)
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
Eastern Ambitions by Jayne Rylon 3/9/18 (Sam's father)
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
One Bad Apple by Sheila Connolly 6/30/18
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Hardcore Twenty-Four by Janet Evanovich 1/21/18 (Ranger)
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Major Misconduct by Kelly Jamieson 4/1/18 (hockey game)
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer
Off And Running by Philip Reed 5/9/18
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Southern Comfort by Mari Carr 2/22/18
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
Hot Property by Carly Phillips 11/18/19 (Roper)
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character hangs around in bars.
Three Mages and a Margarita by Annette Marie 1/21/20
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother
Twisted Twenty-Six by Janet Evanovich 12/16/19 (Grandma Mazur)
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
Untraveled by Anna Hackett 1/10/18
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
Unfathomed by Anna Hackett 12/27/17
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
White Dog Fell from the Sky by Eleanor Morse 2/11/18
(Botswana and South Africa)
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
Master No by Lexi Blake 11/22/19 (Ten starts a relationship while under cover)
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
Double Sin and Other Stories by Agatha Christie 9/23/18
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
A Viking's Peace by Zoe York 4/23/18
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Jealous And Freakn' by Eve Langlais 12/23/19
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Killer in High Heels by Gemma Halliday 11/5/19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
Shadow's Awakening by Molle McGregor 1/15/18 (Connor)
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
Must Love More Kilts by Angela Quarles 1/9/18 (Duncan MacCowan)
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward 10/16/19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Emma Chizzit and the Mother Lode by Mary Bowen Hall 1/23/18
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
Lover Mine by J.R. Ward 11/3/18 (Wrath is blind)
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
Promise Canyon by Robyn Carr 3/13/18
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins
Lover Enshrined by J.R. Ward 8/31/18
(Phury and Zsadist are twins)
and a 2nd in a series.
Catching the Bad Guy by Marie Astor 2/7/18
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
Wicked Beat by Olivia Cunning 2/21/18
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
Mary Gerard - Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie 7/31/18
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley 1/13/20 (Flavia has a bike named Gladys)
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
I See You by Meghan Ciana Doidge 2/8/20 (Beau grew up poor)
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
Just One Day by Gayle Forman 12/29/19 (Allyson)
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Gone Country by Lorelei James 7/30/18
(Sierra gets drunk)
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.Doctor Sleep by Stephen King 7/24/18 (Dan has an alcohol addiction)
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
The Banks of Certain Rivers by Jon Harrison 10/9/19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
Black Order by James Rollins 12/26/19
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
Crazy Cool by Tara Janzen 12/10/19 (Kat collects artwork)
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Tiger Eye by Marjorie M. Liu 2/5/20 (Hari)
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
The Oath by Frank E. Peretti 11/18/19
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
Longbourn by Jo Baker 11/27/19
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Riley in the Morning by Sandra Brown 12/30/19 (Riley)
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
Just One Year by Gayle Forman 1/16/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
Falling for Sky by Laurann Dohner 11/4/19
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Edge of Darkness by Karen Rose 9/4/18
(Meredith)
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
Above and Beyond by Erin St. Claire 2/28/19
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
The Orphan Factory by James Morcan 11/30/19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane 5/25/18
Calling it finished with a level 32/16/20: Finishing this up with level 3, should be 84 between the two posts, this is post 1 of 2
Smurf Challenge
Sept. 6 to who knows when!
Books read: 43/50
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Stay At Home Dead Jeffrey Allen 2/13/20
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Callie Reed is blonde--A Curio Killing Mary Ellen Hughes 9/9/19
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
Matt--In Cave Danger Kate E. Dyer-Seeley 9/12/19
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Sarah is clumsy at being a server or in the kitchen--Two Bites Too Many Debra H. Goldstein 9/24/19
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Death of a Coupon Clipper Lee Hollis 9/29/19
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Criminally Cocoa Amanda Flower 9/7/19 (Raymond the director is a grouch)
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
Lila talks about her dream of becoming a literary agent Buried in a Book Lucy Arlington 9/10/19
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
Officer Artie loves food--Fatal Cajun Festival: A Cajun Country Mystery Ellen Byron 9/13/19
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
Brynn is a cheese maker--Christmas Cow Bells Mollie Cox Bryan 9/17/19
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line. Mooved to Murder CeeCee James 1/23/20
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
Characters exploring a supposedly haunted house--Of Spice and Men Sarah Fox 10/5/19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
Searched for an awol bridesmaid--Something Borrowed, Something Mewed Bethany Blake 9/18/19
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
Lily--A Case of Murder by Monte Carlo: Texas General Cozy Cases of Mystery, Book 1 Becki Willis 10/16/19
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Blueberry Cupcake Mystery Naomi Miller 10/9/19
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
Bailey is a chocolate sculptor. Toxic Toffee Amanda Flower 9/8/2019
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
Buried in the Stacks Allison Brook 9/11/19 Ch. 5 loc. 576 "An ongoing poetry workshop."
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
Arlene Kay 10/13/1920. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
Ralph White--Last Pen Standing Vivian Conroy 9/17/19
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Buck Bird, the sheriff in the 2nd story--Christmas Cocoa Murder Carlene O'Connor 9/20/19
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
Chickenlandia Mystery Daisy Pettles 10/11/19
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Olive is the little sister--A Potion to Die For Heather Blake 10/4/19
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
Death and Doubloons Nola Robertson 10/12/19
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Murder, She Wrote The Murder of Sherlock Holmes James Anderson 11/24/2019 (book was based on a TV episode)
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Apple Cider Slaying Julie Anne Lindsey 11/7/19, Ch. 4 loc. 584 "...taking in the sky full of stars. No smog. No skyscrapers..."
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Muffins--
Victoria Hamilton 10/8/1929. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
Ethan Carlson (was a history professor)--Halloween Hijinks Kathi Daley 10/1/19
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
Lori C. Yarn to Go Betty Hechtman 9/30/19
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
Sloan--Beyond a Reasonable Stout Ellie Alexander 10/2/19
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money. (Norm Kivas) Booked for Trouble Eva Gates 9/14/19
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Mrs. Murphy the cat goes fishing--Murder, She Meowed Rita Mae Brown 11/7/19
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.--(going to FL, two guys have a fight onboard)Sunshine Hunter Maddie Cochere 1/7/20
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
Lucy--Read and Buried Eva Gates 10/7/19
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
Zoe and Jeremy have a temp job as caring for dirty, stinky turkeys--The Trouble with Turkeys Kathi Daley 10/14/19
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
Addie went through someone's office--Murder in the First Edition Lauren Elliott 9/22/19
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Storm--Reading Up a Storm Eva Gates 9/27/19
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Blake Brown is a reporter--Murder at Hartigan House Lee Strauss 10/3/19
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
Hounds of the Basket Stitch Anne Canadeo 10/6/19 Ch. 7, loc. 1873 "Holly has been sick only two days."
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
Parker, Will or Nick are all in home painting, restoration and gardening--Mrs. Morris and the Ghost Traci Wilton 9/25/19
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
First of September: An Amelia Bay Cozy Mystery Kathleen Joyce 9/15/19 Ch. 8 p. 68 "...opened the car door she saw Bev dressed all in black."
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
Mary Taylor teaches sewing--Appliqued to Death: A Home Economics Mystery, book 1 Kathleen Suzette 9/26/19
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Annual community scavenger hunt--Three Widows and a Corpse Debra Sennefelder 11/5/19
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
Daisy writes for a spider journal--It's Your Party, Die If You Want To Vickie Fee 9/28/19
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Mistletoe Murder Karen MacInerney 12/6/19
Post 2 finishing up Smurf Challenge51-103 of Smurf Challenge
41/50
Total both parts: 84
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
Body on the Bayou Ellen Byron 10/19/19
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Premeditated Peppermint Amanda Flower 9/6/19--Aiden goes to the ER for a gun shot wound.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
Merry Wynter--Muffin But Murder Victoria Hamilton 10/10/19
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
Dar-Dar--Milkshakes and Murder Christy Murphy 10/15/19
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
Birdie Favazza who is like a grandmother to everyone--A Murderous Tangle Sally Goldenbaum 11/23/19
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where th--ere is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.--Murder on the SS Mystique Shelly West 1/31/20
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
A rose on the little sign bottom left--
Lucy Burdette 11/20/1959. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
Alex and Jen--Jam Up and Jelly Fright Donna Walo Clancy 10/18/19
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.--Zombie Waffle Murder (The Wicked Waffle Series) Carolyn Q. Hunter 1/9/20
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Felix the koala--Last Gasp Karen Chester 10/22/19
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Lynn Cahoon 1/29/2065. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
If there's a man around, Irma is easily distracted and totally forgets about anything else--Bookmarked for Murder V.M. Burns 11/22/19
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
Tina--Apple Pies and Alibis Christy Murphy 10/14/19
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
Aspen--Fan Mail: An Aspen Adams Novel of Suspense Daryl Wood Gerber 11/15/19
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
Bernadette--Stamped Out Tonya Kappes 11/13/19
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Francine--One Corrupt Cookie Jill-Ayn Martin 11/22/19
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Fudge Bites Nancy CoCo 9/21/19
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
Jamie Lowder was very aggressive--Pepperoni Pizza Can Be Murder Chris Cavender 11/18/19
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
Frankie "No Toes" limps due to losing his toes when his brother ran over his foot--Take the Monkeys and Run Karen Cantwell 11/21/19
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
It was sad when Zoe had to give Maggie the dog and her puppies back to their original owner after fostering them for 6 weeks--Christmas Crazy Kathi Daley 10/17/19
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
1. Twins are 8 years old, Walter and Fred--Invitation Only Murder Leslie Meier 11/28/19
2. 2nd in a series: Murder Under the Tree Susan Bernhardt 12/4/19--Kay Driscoll series
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
The Perfect Brew Jo-Ann Carson 11/14/19 (Gavin comes to help out Cassie after she was poisoned)
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
Brian aka Roach is a drummer--Buttercream Bump Off Jenn McKinlay 10/23/19
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
Clay East works for the newspaper--Deadly Ride Jody Holford 10/24/19
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
Violet rides a bike around the town--Verse and Vengeance Amanda Flower 12/23/19
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
Jean Worthington--Murder, She KnitPeggy Ehrhart 1/9/20
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
Christmas Sweets Joanne Fluke 10/31/19--Julie fell in love with Matt in the first story
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Madeleine Calvert--Winter Takes All ML Erdahl 12/9/19
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
Danny is an alcoholic and has to be very careful---BlackBuried Pie Lyndsey Cole 1/3/20
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
Anna's life is turned on end when her ex is killed--Framed for Murder Cathy Spencer 10/30/19
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
JJ collects cookbooks--Toasting Up Trouble Linda Wiken 11/18/19
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Macey McHenry--I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You Ally Carter 11/19/19
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Christmas party--Tide and Punishment Bree Baker 9/23/19
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
Potions Are for Pushovers Tamara Berry 11/30/19
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
Megan's friend Sarah in California is a dancer--Dead in Dublin Catie Murphy 1/21/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
An Ale of Two Cities Sarah Fox 11/30/19
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Masking for Trouble Diane Vallere 10/20/19
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
Wendy joins a gym in her new town--Negative Exposure Lisa B. Thomas 1/4/20
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Missy is still mourning her husband and hides her emotions often to keep others from feeling sorry for her--Pooches, Pumpkins, and Poison: A Pooch Party Cozy MysteryCarolyn Ridder Aspenson 12/12/19
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
The Diva Takes the Cake Krista Davis 12/31/19 (view spoiler)
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
Finding the killer to clear her own name--Cobblered to Death Rosemarie Ross 11/26/19
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
Finished!The Smurfs Challenge
Duration: 25.09.2017 - 10.03.2020
Progress: 76/103
Level: Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks
Tasks:
✔1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child.
Along Came a Spider, James Patterson, 28.02.2018 - Alex Cross has 2 children
✔2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Betrayals, Kelley Armstrong, 18.12.2017 - has a blonde female lead.
✔3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Royal Assassin, Robin Hobb, 18.05.2018
✔4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
The Masked City, Genevieve Cogman, 20.12.2017 - MC is smart
✔5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Pasta mista 1: Fünf Zutaten für die Liebe, Susanne Fülscher, 03.10.2017 - MC is clumsy.
✔6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Тайный сыск царя Гороха, Андрей Белянин, 14.01.2018 - it is a funny book.
✔7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, J.K. Rowling, 22.02.2018 - Harry Potter is grouchy in this book.
✔8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
Baptism of Fire, Andrzej Sapkowski, 22.10.2017 - Geralt dreams about Ciri and about where she is.
✔9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
Once Upon a Marquess, Courtney Milan, 03.02.2018 - Judith is fond of food.
✔10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder, Joanne Fluke, 08.11.2017 - MC owns a cookie bakery.
✔11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, J.K. Rowling, 18.04.2018
✔12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
Through the Zombie Glass, Gena Showalter, 29.10.2017 - MPG Horror
✔13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
The Chosen One, Isabell May, 04.10.2017 - People who are talented in magic are hunted and killed.
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
✔15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Romancing the Duke, Tessa Dare, 04.10.2018
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
✔17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
Dunkel Land, Roxann Hill, 11.11.2017 - references some German poetry.
✔18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
The Governess Affair, Courtney Milan, 27.02.2018 - MC is pregnant
✔19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover.
The Hidden Village, Imogen Matthews, 19.05.2018
✔20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
Two Rivers, Zoe Saadia, 24.02.2019 - MC has a short temper
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
✔23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
Mordkapelle, Carla Berling, 10.11.2017 - rural setting
✔24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Genesis, Bonnie Berman Shores, 05.02.2018 - MC has a little sister.
✔25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
Carry On, Rainbow Rowell, 05.11.2017
✔26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen, 17.11.2017
✔27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Magic Bites, Ilona Andrews, 16.01.2018 - multiple skyscrapers are mentioned in the story.
✔28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Candy for Christmas, Joanne Fluke, 08.11.2017
✔29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
The Burning Page, Genevieve Cogman, 27.01.2018 - MPG Steampunk
✔30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
A Scone to Die For, H.Y. Hanna, 29.12.2017 - Seth has a doctorate degree
✔31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing, Marie Kondō, 14.10.2017
✔32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
Rituals, Kelley Armstrong, 12.01.2018 - Olivia was raised away from her biological parents.
✔33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
First Grave on the Right, Darynda Jones, 23.01.2018 - MPG Romance
✔34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
Fool Moon, Jim Butcher, 22.11.2017 - Harry has problems with money.
✔35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Graceling, Kristin Cashore, 16.02.2018 - Katsa goes fishing
✔36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
Perfect Strangers, Dani Atkins, 02.10.2017 - The story happens because of an airplane crash
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
✔38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
Let's Get Lost, Adi Alsaid, 22.04.2018
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
✔42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Ill Wind, Rachel Caine, 19.01.2018 - Storm and lightning are very important to the story.
✔43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Crimson Lake, Candice Fox, 19.10.2017 - there are many reporters in the story.
✔44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
Girls in Pants: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood, Ann Brashares, 24.12.2017 - Bridget gets sick at the soccer camp.
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
✔46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Everything, Everything, Nicola Yoon, 31.01.2018 - Olly wears only black clothes.
✔47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
A Gentleman in Moscow, Amor Towles, 14.02.2018 - Marina is a seamstress
✔48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, J.K. Rowling, 13.12.2017 - Triwizard Tournament
✔49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
Leave Me, Gayle Forman, 07.10.2017 - MC works for a magazine.
✔50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Prince of Wolves, Quinn Loftis, 27.12.2017
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction. ✔52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Magic Strikes, Ilona Andrews, 04.03.2018
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
✔55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
A Little Princess, Frances Hodgson Burnett, 19.05.2018 - MC likes to tell stories
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
✔57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
Three Men in a Boat, Jerome K. Jerome, 29.09.2017
✔58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
The Keeper of Lost Things, Ruth Hogan, 15.12.2017
✔59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
Homegoing, Yaa Gyasi, 03.11.2017 - set in Ghana and USA.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
✔61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
The Queen of Zombie Hearts, Gena Showalter, 30.10.2017 - Cole uses bow and arrows.
✔62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
Winter, Marissa Meyer, 03.12.2018
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
✔64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Trapped at the Altar, Jane Feather, 09.02.2018
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
✔67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
The Time of Contempt, Andrzej Sapkowski, 29.09.2017 - Geralt is a witcher and is very good with swords.
✔68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
Her Every Wish, Courtney Milan, 07.02.2018 - Daisy has a very low self-esteem at the beginning
✔69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
Lucky in Love, Kasie West, 10.03.2020
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
✔71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
After the Crash, Michel Bussi, 04.01.2018 - Marc has agoraphobia and panic attacks because of it.
✔72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Dead Until Dark, Charlaine Harris, 25.12.2017 - Most people in Bon Temps think that Sookie is crazy.
✔73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Moon Called, Patricia Briggs, 12.10.2017
✔74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
Gone Without a Trace, Mary Torjussen, 19.11.2017 - MC is aggressive.
✔75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
The Bone Collector, Jeffery Deaver, 08.01.2018 - Lincoln Rhymes is bed-bound
✔76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
Life of Pi, Yann Martel, 27.07.2018
✔77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
The Bear and the Nightingale, Katherine Arden, 27.06.2018
✔*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
a) Ghana Must Go, Taiye Selasi, 25.09.2017 - Taiwo and Kehinde are twins
b) Living Dead in Dallas, Charlaine Harris, 30.01.2018 - "Sookie Stackhouse" #2
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
✔80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
Nocturnes: Five Stories of Music and Nightfall, Kazuo Ishiguro, 05.12.2017 - many musicians in the book.
✔81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
Der Stier und das Mädchen, Stefán Máni, 27.11.2017
✔82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
The Dying Place, Luca Veste, 25.10.2017 - MC is David Murphy.
✔83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
Deceptions, Kelley Armstrong, 30.11.2017 - Ricky is a biker.
✔84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
The Girl In The Ice, Robert Bryndza, 22.01.2018 - Ivy and her grandchildren are poor.
✔85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
I Liked My Life, Abby Fabiaschi, 21.03.2018 - Maddy falls from a school building
✔86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Magpie Murders, Anthony Horowitz, 14.03.2018 - Susan gets drunk with James.
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
✔88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
Outlander, Diana Gabaldon, 14.11.2017 - Claire's life gets turned upside down after she time travels.
✔89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
The Tower of Swallows, Andrzej Sapkowski, 03.01.2018 - Geralt, Dandelion and others in their group sleeop often outside.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
✔94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Alice in Zombieland, Gena Showalter, 27.10.2017 - MC goes to a party at Reeve's house.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
✔96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
Du Bist Mein Feuer, Isabelle Ronin, 10.11.2017 - Characters go to a dance a couple of times.
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
✔98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Air Awakens, Elise Kova, 08.04.2018 - Aldrik wears a disguise before the end of the trial
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
✔101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
Thirteen Reasons Why, Jay Asher, 07.04.2018
✔102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
Wonder Woman: Warbringer, Leigh Bardugo, 17.03.2018 - Diana has a goal to save Alia and reach a spring in Greece with her until the time runs out.
✔103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
Daffodils, Alex Martin, 24.04.2018
The Smurfs Challenge 2.0Duration: 1/5/20
Level: Smurftastic: 40-75 Tasks
Tasks completed: 60/60
Part 1
Read 1 book for each smurf listed.
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father: The male main character has three children - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two by John Tiffany - 29/5/20
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead: Gwen is blonde - Free Me by Laurelin Paige - 7/5/20
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover:
- Ruck Me by Rebecca Norinne - 4/5/204. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character: The female main character is very smart and successful in her career - You're My Pet Vol. 1 by Yayoi Ogawa - 22/9/20
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character: The female main character has been involved in clumsy moments - Big Gray: A Romantic Comedy by Ina Carter - 10/6/20
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh: Dumped, Actually by Nick Spalding - 1/5/20
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food: The male main character loves all sorts of dishes and food - You're My Pet Vol. 2 by Yayoi Ogawa - 29/9/20
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry: The main character is an ice cream lady - Milkshake Up by Christy Barritt - 26/5/20
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line: The main character comes across a magical mirror that shows the person their deepest, most desperate desire of their hearts - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling - 6/5/20
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element: The story takes place during a zombie apocalypse - Dead Days: The Complete Season One by Ryan Casey - 1/7/20
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone: The female main character searches for her missing mother as well as finding out who kidnapped a young marquess - Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess by Serena Blasco - 19/10/20
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after: Mind Reader by Kirsty McManus - 2/6/20
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist: The main female character loves to draw pictures - MARS Vol. 1 by Fuyumi Soryo - 15/10/20
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry: There are many references to the epic poem, The Iliad - The Siege of Troy by Ben Hubbard - 15/10/20
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine: Towards the end of the book the main female character discovers she is pregnant - Dark Skye by Kresley Cole - 19/10/20
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover:
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling - 8/5/2021. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character: The male main character is really non-judgemental and very accepting/laid back - Ride by Cat Johnson - 23/6/20
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister: The main character has a little sister - It Would Be Wrong to Steal My Sister's Boyfriend by Sophie Ranald - 21/6/20
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic: Every character is a witch and wizard and they use magical spells - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling - 28/5/20
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play: Made into a few film and TV adaptations - The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells - 3/9/20
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover:
- The Chocolate Apothecary by Josephine Moon - 16/5/2031. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review: One of my goodreads friends gave this book a 5 star rating - Beauty and the Beast Novelization by Elizabeth Rudnick - 10/9/20
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family: The main female character has lived with her adoptive family since she was a teenager - Triple Beat by Mari Carr - 3/7/20
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance: What Once Was Perfect by Zoe York - 3/5/20
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing: A main character goes fishing and enjoys it - An Eclectic Mix - Volume Nine by A Collection of Short Stories - 7/6/20
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch: The main character is a Queen - Queen of Extinction by Gwynn White - 29/8/20
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things: The female main character goes through the male character's items while he is invisible - Lothaire by Kresley Cole - 4/8/20
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element: The main characters get themselves caught in a sudden thunderstorm that gives them superhero powers - Radium Halos: Part 1 by W.J. May - 21/10/20
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe: The male main characters wears all black when going out to a bar with his friends - Almost Jamie by Gina Robinson - 17/6/20
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game: The Tri-Wizard Tournament is heavily featured - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling - 15/5/20
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine: The main character is writing a book about being a mother - Time Out by Emma Murray - 23/7/20
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas: Set in Austin, Texas - Adventures of a Vegan Vamp by Cate Lawley - 23/5/20
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction: A professor foretells a servant reuniting with his Master and the Dark Lord rising in a terrible and greater way - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling - 10/5/20
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to: The main character's aunt has a nasty fall and has to get a hip replacement - Love and Shenanigans by Zara Keane - 21/5/20
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple: The Covenant invades Cleveland, Ohio in search of a powerful relic called the Key of Osanalan - Halo: Uprising by Brian Michael Bendis - 26/6/20
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat: The majority of the book takes place in the HMS Thunderchild boat in the battle against the Martians - The Last Days of Thunder Child by C.A. Powell - 4/9/20
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country: Takes place in Scotland and USA - MacRieve by Kresley Cole - 19/10/20
The Smurfs ChallengeDuration: 1/5/20
Part 2
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used: The main female character is very talented with her bow and arrow and she uses it lots of time - Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole - 14/6/20
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth: Set in Ariel, a colony planet - Halo: Helljumper by Peter David - 9/5/20
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates: The male main character is a Captain of space pirates - The Heights of Perdition by C.S. Johnson - 26/6/20
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem: The main character battles a lot of her inner demons and suffers from low self esteem - Am I Ugly? by Michelle Elman - 17/6/20
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character: The main character is Scottish - A Kingdom's Cost by J.R. Tomlin - 12/6/20
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack: One of the female characters suffers from a panic attack after the aftermath of one of her patients dying - My One Month Marriage - 2/6/20
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person: Why Mummy Doesn’t Give a ****! by Gill Sims - 2/5/20
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character: The male main character is quite aggressive at first - Demon from the Dark by Kresley Cole - 21/7/20
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series. Book with twins - Macy and Marcy are twins - The China Pandemic by A.R. Shaw - 12/5/20 2nd in series - No-One Ever Has Sex in the Suburbs by Tracy Bloom - 20/6/20
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician: The male main character is a bassist in a well known rock band - Vegas Style by Toni Kenyon - 6/9/20
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover:
- Stumbling Toward Happiness: Haibun and Hybrid Prose by Kat Lehmann - 19/10/2082. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don: The male main character's name is Clay Nichols - First Night by Lauren Blakely - 29/6/20
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike: The male main character travels by bike at the start of the story - The Last Days of the Fighting Machine: The Martian Apocalypse of Victorian Britain by C.A. Powell - 6/9/20
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" in love: After having a marriage of convenience both the characters fall in love with each other - Marrying Mr. English by Katy Regnery - 12/5/20
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction: The main character gets heavily addicted to opium after an accident - Opium and Absinthe by Lydia Kang - 20/8/20
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down: The main character's godfather gets killed during a battle towards the end - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling - 19/5/20
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression: The male main character tortures and hunts down immortal beings due to the fact he is prejudiced against them - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole - 1/8/20
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile: The Massacre of Mankind by Stephen Baxter - 25/9/20
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about: The Last Days of Purgatory: The Martian Apocalypse of Victorian London. by C.A. Powell - 6/9/20
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party: A few of the main character goes to a hen party while on holiday together - No-one Ever Has Sex on Holiday by Tracy Bloom - 17/5/20
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it: Socially Distanced : Voices of a Teacher and Her Students During a World Pandemic by Debi Bober - 8/6/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling - 22/5/20
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book: Set in Troy, Ancient Greece - A Song of War: A Novel of Troy by Kate Quinn - 16/6/20
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I'M IN!Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks
Tasks:
1. Papa Smurf- male lead has a child
Unforgettable - Aleatha Romig
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
And One Last Thing ... - Molly Harper - 29 JUNE
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Dangerous Highlander - Donna Grant - 25 JUNE
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
Evil Games - Angela Marsons - 17 NOV
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Park Avenue Player - Penelope Ward - 16 NOV
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Not So Nice Guy - R.S. Grey - 2 AUG
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Moonlight in Winter Park - Samantha Chase - 12 SEPT
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
White Out - A.A. Dark - 31 AUG
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
Dinners and Disasters in Las Vegas - A.R. Winters - 14 JUNE
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
Imperfectly Delicious - Mary Frame - 23 JUNE
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
Dream Eyes - Jayne Ann Krentz - 18 AUG
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
The Whisper Man - Alex North - 2 AUG
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
Silencing Eve - Iris Johansen - 30 JUNE
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
A Bargain with the Boss - Barbara Dunlop - 18 OCT
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Fearless Pursuit - Barbara Freethy - 16 SEPT
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
Hearts of Fire - L.H. Cosway - 17 JULY
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
One Exquisite Touch - Lauren Blakely - 28 OCT
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
Come Away with Me - Kristen Proby - 12 SEPT
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover
Fire Bound - Sherrilyn Kenyon - 30 AUG
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
The Night She Died - Jenny Blackhurst - 18 NOV
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Dear Fatty - Dawn French - 6 NOV
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
The Jackal - J.R. Ward - 22 AUG
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
Buried Lies - Kaylea Cross - 14 OCT
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Resisting the Hero - Cindi Madsen - 10 OCT
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic.
Rosemary and Rue - Seanan McGuire - 26 OCT
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Red Sparrow - Jason Matthews - 10 JUNE
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Inside Affair - Ella Frank - 5 NOV
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Poison Apple Crisp - Addison Moore - 15 AUG
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
Ink and Bone - Rachel Caine - 29 OCT
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
Neanderthal Seeks Human - Penny Reid - 22 AUG
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
Hot SEAL, Single Malt - Kris Michaels - 15 JUNE
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
How to Raise an Honest Rabbit - Amy Lane - 15 OCT
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Louisiana Longshot - Jana Deleon - 19 JULY
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
Bedding The Secret Heiress - Emilie Rose - 1 JULY
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
The Cruel Prince - Holly Black - 23 OCT
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
Changing Course - Aly Martinez - 21 SEPT
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
Lord of London Town - Tillie Cole - 25 OCT
40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
Fifth a Fury - Pepper Winters - 3 JULY
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
The Secret in the Old Attic - Carolyn Keene - 26 SEPT
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Off the Record - K.A. Linde - 24 JULY
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
The Time of My Life - Patrick Swayze - 3 AUG
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
A Needful Heart - J.M. Madden - 6 JUNE
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Fortune and Glory - Janet Evanovich (Ranger) - 12 NOV
47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
Fashion, Rosé & Foul Play - Gemma Halliday - 26 AUG
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Pecan Pie Predicament - Addison Moore - 24 OCT
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
Queenie - Candice Carty-Williams - 6 AUG
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
The Texan - Joan Johnston - 1 JULY
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Need for Speed - Ella Frank - 21 NOV
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
Cruise Conundrum - A.R. Winters - 18 AUG
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
Liar - K.L. Slater - 13 JULY
PART 256. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
Darkest Highlander - Donna Grant - 25 JULY
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
The Woman in Cabin 10 - Ruth Ware - 21 JUNE
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
Her Scream in the Silence - Denise Grover Swank - 16 JULY
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
Blindside - James Patterson (America / Estonia) - 5 AUG
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
Cut and Run - Lara Adrian - 8 SEPT
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
Yellowstone Origins - Peggy L. Henderson - 3 AUG
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
Crex - A.G. Wilde - 6 OCT
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Xul - A.G. Wilde - 4 OCT
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Dirty Girls - Lily White - 4 JULY
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
Sea of Ruin - Pam Godwin - 18 OCT
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
The Wives - Tarryn Fisher - 1 NOV
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
Shadow Highlander - Donna Grant - 20 JULY
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
Adulthood Is a Myth - Sarah Andersen - 27 OCT
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
Forbidden Highlander - Donna Grant - 5 JULY
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
Hollywood on Tap - Avery Flynn - 4 JULY
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Real Ugly - C.M. Stunich - 5 OCT
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Rush - Deborah Bladon - 12 JULY
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
Promises, Promises - Erica James - 13 AUG
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
The House of Kennedy - James Patterson - 31 OCT
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
Haunted Love - Jessica Frances - 19 JUNE
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
Blood Orange - Harriet Tyce - 23 JULY
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
Ultimate Temptations - K. Anne (Twins) - 20 JUNE
A Tangle in the Vines - Anna Celeste Burke (2nd in series) - 22 JULY
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
Hunter Killer - Brad Taylor - 9 SEPT
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
No Escape - K.J. Thomas - 11 JUNE
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
Edison - Jessica Gadziala - 18 JULY
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
Wicked Ride - Rebecca Zanetti - 19 SEPT
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
Hearts of Blue - L.H. Cosway - 23 AUG
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
A Guy Walks Into My Bar - Lauren Blakely - 21 AUG
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Hot SEAL, Confirmed Bachelor - Cynthia D'Alba - 15 OCT
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
King of Hearts - L.H. Cosway - 17 AUG
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
Once a Myth - Pepper Winters - 2 JULY
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
Driving Mr. Dead - Molly Harper - 24 JULY
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
The Clue in the Old Album - Carolyn Keene - 13 OCT
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Aced - Ella Frank - 6 JULY
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
Blood Trinity - Sherrilyn Kenyon - 24 AUG
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
Art and Apprehension in Las Vegas - A.R. Winters - 29 AUG
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Flash Point - Brooke Blaine - 2 OCT
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
A Man Called Ove - Fredrik Backman - 14 AUG
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
Heart of the Wolf - Terry Spear - 11 OCT
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
No Way Out - Allison Brennan - 3 SEPT
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Dead Witch Walking - Kim Harrison - 26 SEPT
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
Hearts on Air - L.H. Cosway - 16 OCT
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Twice a Wish - Pepper Winters - 2 JULY
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
Nancy's Mysterious Letter - Carolyn Keene - 21 JULY
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
The Turn: The Hollows Begins with Death - Kim Harrison - 22 SEPT
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
Sweet Savage Eden - Heather Graham - 25 JULY
I'm joining!You Set the Pace
Smurfs
starting 6-8-20 FINISHED 12-8-20
Level 3: Smurfalicious!
104 out of 75-104
Read 1 book for each smurf listed.
*** # 78 is two books for two smurfs ***
Tasks:
++1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Earth Abides George R. Stewart 8-31-20
++2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Agent of Chaos Kami Garcia 8-9-20
++3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Horses, Donkeys, and Mules in the Marines Meish Goldish 9-1-20 (Marines)
++4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
The Secret School Avi 6-8-20 (Ida, the girl who teaches the school)
++5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
Yours Sincerely, Giraffe Megumi Iwasa 7-23-20 (Pelican, when overeats)
++6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
Go Ask Ali: Half-Baked Advice Ali Wentworth 9-14-20
++7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
Grumpy Cat: A Grumpy Book Grumpy Cat 6-14-20 (Perfect!!)
++8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
Keller's Therapy Lawrence Block 7-26-20
++9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
Bad Kitty Meets the Baby Nick Bruel 6-8-20 (Both Bad Kitty & the baby!)
++10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry
The Endless Beach Jenny Colgan 9-11-20 (cafe worker)
++11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
How to Walk Away Katherine Center 9-2-20
++12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
Ghost: Thirteen Haunting Tales to Tell Illustratus 8-10-20
++13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
Disaster Search Dogs Melissa McDaniel 7-26-20 (for people in buildings, alive or not)
++14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
My Life Among the Underdogs: A Memoir Tia Torres 8-27-20 (her son)
++15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
Daisy Cooper's Rules for Living Tamsin Keily 7-13-20
++16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
The Aboriginal Peoples of Australia Anne Bartlett 8-19-20 (All the aborigines here are artists)
++17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
You Can Date Boys When You're Forty: Dave Barry on Parenting and Other Topics He Knows Very Little About Dave Barry 6-29-40
++18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
Maggie's Second Chance Nancy Furstinger 9-2-20 (Maggie)
++19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
How Do You Hug a Porcupine? Laurie Isop 6-15-20
++20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
The Nightingale Before Christmas Donna Andrews 8-5-20 (Clay)
++21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
Ugly Cute Animals Gilda Berger 8-7-20 (Sloth)
++22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
Bolivar Sean Rubin 7-25-20 (Bolivar)
++23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
The Apple Pie That Papa Baked Lauren Thompson 6-20-20
++24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
Latke, the Lucky Dog Ellen Fischer 8-26-20 (Has a little sister)
++25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with magic.
Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday Judith Viorst 9-3-20 (Nick's magic trick)
++26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Ian Fleming 8-6-20 (movie)
++27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
Total Recall Sara Paretsky 8-22-20
++28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
Pete the Cat: Three Bite Rule Anne Lamb 6-10-20 (banana)
++29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
The Extraordinary and Unusual Adventures of Horatio Lyle Catherine Webb 7-23-20
++30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
The Mangrove Tree: Planting Trees to Feed Families Susan L. Roth 7-14-20 (Dr. Gordon Sato has a doctorate leading to work in cell biology)
++31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
The Witches Roald Dahl 6-24-20 (Both Anna & Eve Kay)
++32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
War Dogs Meish Goldish 7-18-20 (almost all the dogs)
++33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance.
500 Miles from You 500 Miles from You 8-26-20 (trans romance)
++34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
Canoes: Early Voices — Portraits of Canada by Women Writers, 1639–1914 Mary Alice Downie 7-18-20 (Canadian pioneers)
++35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Death of an Outsider M.C. Beaton 8-3-20
++36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
Pete the Cat's World Tour James Dean 6-8-20
++37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
Buddhism-Key Stage II Jing Yin 7-30-20 (King Suddhodana)
++38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend Jenny Colgan 8-3-20
++39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
Hotshots Meish Goldish 7-25-20 (Fire fighter)
++40. Fakir Smurf- Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
Siamese Are the Best! Elaine Landau 6-10-20 (Thailand)
++41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
The Bungalow Mystery Carolyn Keene 8-3-20 (Nancy Drew)
++42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
Stormy: a Story about Finding a Forever Home Guojing 7-5-20 (storm)
++43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
Alexander Hamilton: the Outsider Jean Fritz 7-30-20 (lots in newspapers)
++44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
Bad Kitty Goes to the Vet Nick Bruel 6-27-20 (bad tooth)
++45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
That Old Flame of Mine J.J. Cook 8-15-20 (Old Jack Carriker)
Helen, con't.++46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Utah Blaine Louis L'Amour 8-23-20 (the attorney)
++47. Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
Dominican Republic Barbara Radcliffe Rogers 6-19-20 9p. 105: Oscar de la Renta's biography & photo with a dress he designed)
++48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
Bad Kitty Joins the Team Nick Bruel 6-20-20 (competition cats vs. rodents)
++49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
Russian Immigrants: In Their Shoes Barbara Krasner 7-20-20 (Igor/Gary Schteyngart)
++50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
Superpower Dogs Cosmic 9-3-20 (Disaster City, Texas)
++51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
Conversations with God, Book 1 Guidebook: An Uncommon Dialogue Neale Donald Walsch 6-29-20 (Predicts money will come to people unexpectedly)
++52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
Itsy Bitsy Spider Dosh Archer 8-9-20 (spider's cut)
++53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
When We Do Harm: A Doctor Confronts Medical Error Danielle Ofri 7-9-20 (Glenn with his burns)
++54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
Cigars of the Pharaoh Hergé 8-22-20
++55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
A Story to Tell: Traditions of a Tlingit Community Richard Nichols 6-12-20 (the grandmother)
++56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
Canada Year by Year Elizabeth MacLeod 8-19-20 (p. 31: the Burgess Shale Fossils)
++57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
Eco Dogs Judith Bauer Stamper 7-17-20 (In Puget Sound, WA)
++58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
A Begonia for Miss Applebaum Paul Zindel 6-26-20
++59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
Sphynx Are the Best! Elaine Landau 6-9-20 (USA, Canada & Holland)
++60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
What Happens At Christmas Victoria Alexander 6-25-20 (more than one)
++61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
Count Your Way Through Korea James Haskins 6-16-20 (archery is a sport)
++62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
Tunnel in the Sky Robert A. Heinlein 8-22-20
++63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
Claude Randy Moravec 6-27-20 (Claude is a long-haired cat)
++64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn Cynthia Rylant 7-19-20
(The lady's shoe) ++65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
R Is for Rhode Island Red: A Rhode Island Alphabet Mark R. Allio 12-8-20
++66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
Mr. Putter & Tabby Drop the Ball Cynthia Rylant 7-23-20 (The dog, Zeke)
++67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
Breaking the Spell: Stories of Magic and Mystery from Scotland Lari Don 7-17-20 ("School for Heroes")
++68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
The Always War Margaret Peterson Haddix 7-1-20 (Tessa)
++69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
I'm a Baked Potato! Elise Primavera 8-8-20 (the dog)
++70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
One Perfect Day Steve Purcell 7-16-20 (Scottish princess)
++71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
What Rose Forgot Nevada Barr 7-6-20 (P. 163)
++72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
Demon Seed Dean Koontz 7-6-20 (p. 136)
++73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
Reflection Tyler Lockett 6-24-20
++74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
Poor Little Guy Elanna Allen 6-19-20 (Both: the octopus is aggressive and the fish is passive and then aggressive)
++75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
The Cay Theodore Taylor 7-11-20 (Phillip is blind)
++76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
When Elephants Weep: The Emotional Lives of Animals Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson 7-19-20
++77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
Monster Blood R.L. Stine 9-23-20 (Fox rated it it was ok)
++*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
a) MVP #1: The Gold Medal Mess David A. Kelly 7-16-20 (Twins)
b) Applewhites at Wit's End Stephanie S. Tolan 7-18-20 (Applewhites #2)
++79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
Miss Pickerell Goes Undersea Ellen MacGregor 6-16-20 (Miss Pickerell saves the male diver)
++80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
The Owl and the Pussycat Edward Lear 6-29-20 (The owl looked up to the stars above and sang to a small guitar)
++81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
Tomorrow, the Stars Robert A. Heinlein 6-10-20
++82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
Cultures of the World: Scotland Patricia Levy 6-10-20 (Mary, Queen of Scots)
++83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
Bran New Death Victoria Hamilton 8-8-20
++84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
Songs from the Loom: A Navajo Girl Learns to Weave Monty Roessel 6-12-20 (The grandmother on the reservation)
++85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
A Gleam of Dawn Jos van Manen Pieters 6-24-20 (Harro falls in love)
++86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies: And Other Rituals to Fix Your Life, from Someone Who's Been There Tara Schuster 7-3-20 (p. 260)
++87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
The Rosie Project Graeme Simsion 7-28-20 (Rosie, to tobacco)
++88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down.
Influenza: How the Flu Changed History Barbara Krasner 6-10-20 (everybody's!)
++89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
Cat's Colors Airlie Anderson 7-12-20
++90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
Miss Pickerell Goes to Mars Ellen MacGregor 7-3-20 (She has a rock collection)
++91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
Tacky the Penguin Helen Lester 6-9-20 (Tacky has poor social skills!)
++92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
Dear Committee Members Julie Schumacher 6-27-20
++93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by and you just can't forget about.
Animals Make Us Human: Creating the Best Life for Animals Temple Grandin 6-14-20
++94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
Click, Clack, Boo!: A Tricky Treat Doreen Cronin 6-29-20 (Halloween party)
++95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
The Bossy Gallito Lucia M. Gonzalez 6-15-20 (Plot plus morality were confusing)
++96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives Dashka Slater 6-13-20
++97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
Kitten Trouble Nick Bruel 7-9-20 (one of the best in the series)
++98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
Chesapeake Crimes: Homicidal Holidays Donna Andrews 6-16-20 (In "Shadow Boxer")
++99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
Surviving in the Wilderness Kristin Marciniak 6-10-20 (people get into shape for outdoor adventures)
++100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
Incidental Findings: Lessons from My Patients in the Art of Medicine Danielle Ofri 6-13-20 (When the doctor doesn't know something and is embarrassed)
++101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
Brave Like Me Barbara Kerley 6-11-20 (Letters to loved one)
++102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
James Towne: Struggle for Survival Marcia Sewall 6-11-20 (survival winter of 1609)
++103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book.
The Story of Scotland Allan Burnett 6-9-20
LEVEL: Smurfalicious: 75-104 Tasks | DURATION: 22 Jul 2020-?
COMPLETED: 8.
👨🍼Papa Smurf. Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Book & author: The Snake, the Crocodile and the Dog. Elizabeth Peters.
Date read: 1 Oct.
How it fits: Male lead has 1 child.
👱♀️Smurfette. Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Book & author: Arsenic in the Azaleas. Dale Mayer.
Date read: 22 Jul.
How it fits: MC is blonde.
💪Hefty Smurf. Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Book & author: Hot as Puck. Lili Valente.
Date read: 21 Nov.
How it fits:
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
👩🍳Chef Smurf. Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry.
Book & author: Murder, She Goat. Lucy Jackson.
Date read: 20 Nov.
How it fits: MC is a chef.
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
🌳Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf. Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
Book & author: Shammed. Bernadette Franklin.
Date read: 18 Nov.
How it fits:
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
🧙♀️Alchemist Smurf. Read a book with a magic.
Book & author: If the Broom Fits. Sara Bourgeois.
Date read: 20 Oct.
How it fits: MC is a witch.
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
❤️Enamored Smurf. Read a romance.
Book & author: Shelf Awareness. Katie Ashley.
Date read: 19 Aug.
How it fits: Genre: Romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
🎣Fisher Smurf. Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Book & author: Hook, Line, and Murder. Tegan Maher.
Date read: 21 Oct.
How it fits: The synopsis.
COMPLETED: 8.
👨🍼Papa Smurf. Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father.
Book & author: The Snake, the Crocodile and the Dog. Elizabeth Peters.
Date read: 1 Oct.
How it fits: Male lead has 1 child.
👱♀️Smurfette. Read a book with a blonde female lead.
Book & author: Arsenic in the Azaleas. Dale Mayer.
Date read: 22 Jul.
How it fits: MC is blonde.
💪Hefty Smurf. Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover.
Book & author: Hot as Puck. Lili Valente.
Date read: 21 Nov.
How it fits:
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character.
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character.
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh.
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character.
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams.
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food.
👩🍳Chef Smurf. Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry.
Book & author: Murder, She Goat. Lucy Jackson.
Date read: 20 Nov.
How it fits: MC is a chef.
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line.
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element.
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone.
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up.
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after.
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist.
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry.
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine.
🌳Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf. Read a book with a green cover or the majority of the story takes place in nature.
Book & author: Shammed. Bernadette Franklin.
Date read: 18 Nov.
How it fits:
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper.
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character.
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting.
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister.
🧙♀️Alchemist Smurf. Read a book with a magic.
Book & author: If the Broom Fits. Sara Bourgeois.
Date read: 20 Oct.
How it fits: MC is a witch.
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play.
27. Architect Smurf- Read a book that has a skyscraper mentioned in it.
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover.
29. Clockwork Smurf- Read a book from the steam punk genre.
30. Dabbler Smurf a.k.a. Doctor Smurf- Read a book where a character has a doctorate degree
31. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review.
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family.
❤️Enamored Smurf. Read a romance.
Book & author: Shelf Awareness. Katie Ashley.
Date read: 19 Aug.
How it fits: Genre: Romance.
34. Finance Smurf- Read a book with a character who is having trouble with money.
🎣Fisher Smurf. Read a book where someone goes fishing.
Book & author: Hook, Line, and Murder. Tegan Maher.
Date read: 21 Oct.
How it fits: The synopsis.
COMPLETED: 1.
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
🐍Fakir Smurf. Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
Book & Author: Crocodile on the Sandbank. Elizabeth Peters.
Date Read: 5 Oct.
How It fits: Set in Egypt.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
36. Flying Smurf a.k.a. Aviator- Read a book that involves an airplane.
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch.
38. Lazy Smurf a.k.a. Sleepy- Read a book where a character oversleeps.
39. Miner Smurf- Read a book where a character has a dirty job.
🐍Fakir Smurf. Read a book set where snake charming is common such as India, though other Asian nations such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, as well as the North African countries of Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
Book & Author: Crocodile on the Sandbank. Elizabeth Peters.
Date Read: 5 Oct.
How It fits: Set in Egypt.
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things.
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element.
43. Reporter Smurf- Read a book where a character is involved in the media.
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
45. Handy Smurf- Read a book that a handy man makes an appearance.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe.
Tailor Smurf- Read a book where a character sews or is in the fashion industry.
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game.
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine.
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas.
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction.
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to.
53. Lucky Smurf- Read a book with a character who has had a streak of bad luck.
54. Lumberjack Smurf- Read a book where a character skips & jumps, or presses flowers, or is a man who puts on women's clothing or hangs around in bars.
55. Nanny Smurf- Read a book with a grandmother, or other person who tells stories.
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple.
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat.
58. Miller Smurf- Read a book with "flour" or "flower" on the cover.
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country.
60. Liar Smurf- Read a book with a relationship built on a lie.
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used.
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth.
63. Barber Smurf- Read a book where a character has a lot of hair (or fur).
64. Cobbler Smurf- Read a book where a character has a shoe fetish, or a shoe on the cover.
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates.
66. Flighty Smurf- Read a book with a character who is easily distracted by anything and tends to forget things
67. Don Smurfo- Read a book where a character is good with a sword.
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem
69. Pushover Smurf- Read a book where a character has problems telling others no.
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character.
Jade continue.
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
✅Upside Down Smurf. Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Ice Pick in the Ivy. Dale Mayer. MC went from trophy wife to penniless and divorced. 22 Jul.
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
✅Blacksmith Smurf. Read a historical book. Lion in the Valley. Elizabeth Peters. Set in 1895-1896. 25 Jul
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack.
72. Crazy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is referred to as crazy.
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person.
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character.
75. Disabled Smurf- Read a book with a character who has some kind of disability.
76. Weepy Smurf- Read a book that made you cry.
77. Bored Smurf- Read a book a friend rated 2 stars or less.
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series.
79. Acrobat Smurf- Read a book where a character helps out in a time of danger.
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover.
82. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike.
84. Peasant Smurf- Read a book with a poor character or one who grew up poor.
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" either from a height or in love.
86. Queasy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets drunk.
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction.
✅Upside Down Smurf. Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down. Ice Pick in the Ivy. Dale Mayer. MC went from trophy wife to penniless and divorced. 22 Jul.
89. Camper Smurf- Read a book where characters sleep outside or in a tent.
90. Show Off Smurf- Read a book with a collector.
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression.
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile.
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about.
94. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party.
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it.
96. Dancer Smurf- Read a book that has a dancer or the characters go to a dance.
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read.
98. Disguised Smurf- Read a book where a character wears a disguise.
99. Tuffy Smurf- Read a book where a character gets in to shape or goes to a gym.
100. Stoic Smurf- Read a book where a character hides their emotions.
101. Postman Smurf- Read a book where a letter or package plays a role in the story.
102. Suicide Mission Smurf- Read a book where a character has a seemingly hopeless goal.
✅Blacksmith Smurf. Read a historical book. Lion in the Valley. Elizabeth Peters. Set in 1895-1896. 25 Jul
All done!The Smurfs Challenge 2.0
Duration: 1/5/20
Level: Smurftastic: 40-75 Tasks
Tasks completed: 60/60
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father: The male main character has three children - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: Parts One and Two by John Tiffany - 29/5/20
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead: Gwen is blonde - Free Me by Laurelin Paige - 7/5/20
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover:
- Ruck Me by Rebecca Norinne - 4/5/204. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character: The female main character is very smart and successful in her career - You're My Pet Vol. 1 by Yayoi Ogawa - 22/9/20
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character: The female main character has been involved in clumsy moments - Big Gray: A Romantic Comedy by Ina Carter - 10/6/20
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh: Dumped, Actually by Nick Spalding - 1/5/20
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food: The male main character loves all sorts of dishes and food - You're My Pet Vol. 2 by Yayoi Ogawa - 29/9/20
10. Chef Smurf- Read a book where the main character is a chef or works in the food industry: The main character is an ice cream lady - Milkshake Up by Christy Barritt - 26/5/20
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line: The main character comes across a magical mirror that shows the person their deepest, most desperate desire of their hearts - Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.K. Rowling - 6/5/20
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element: The story takes place during a zombie apocalypse - Dead Days: The Complete Season One by Ryan Casey - 1/7/20
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone: The female main character searches for her missing mother as well as finding out who kidnapped a young marquess - Enola Holmes: The Case of the Missing Marquess by Serena Blasco - 19/10/20
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after: Mind Reader by Kirsty McManus - 2/6/20
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist: The main female character loves to draw pictures - MARS Vol. 1 by Fuyumi Soryo - 15/10/20
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry: There are many references to the epic poem, The Iliad - The Siege of Troy by Ben Hubbard - 15/10/20
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine: Towards the end of the book the main female character discovers she is pregnant - Dark Skye by Kresley Cole - 19/10/20
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book with a green cover:
- Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling - 8/5/2021. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character: The male main character is really non-judgemental and very accepting/laid back - Ride by Cat Johnson - 23/6/20
24. Sassette Smurfling- Read a book with a tomboy or little sister: The main character has a little sister - It Would Be Wrong to Steal My Sister's Boyfriend by Sophie Ranald - 21/6/20
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic: Every character is a witch and wizard and they use magical spells - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling - 28/5/20
26. Timid Smurf a.k.a. Actor Smurf- Read a book that has been made into a movie, TV show or play: Made into a few film and TV adaptations - The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells - 3/9/20
28. Baker Smurf- Read a book with something sweet on the cover:
- The Chocolate Apothecary by Josephine Moon - 16/5/2031. Complimentary Smurf- Read a book one of your friends gave a complimentary review: One of my goodreads friends gave this book a 5 star rating - Beauty and the Beast Novelization by Elizabeth Rudnick - 10/9/20
32. Wild Smurf- Read a book where a main character was raised away from their biological family: The main female character has lived with her adoptive family since she was a teenager - Triple Beat by Mari Carr - 3/7/20
33. Enamored Smurf- Read a romance: What Once Was Perfect by Zoe York - 3/5/20
35. Fisher Smurf- Read a book where someone goes fishing: A main character goes fishing and enjoys it - An Eclectic Mix - Volume Nine by A Collection of Short Stories - 7/6/20
37. King Smurf- Read a book that involves a monarch: The main character is a Queen - Queen of Extinction by Gwynn White - 29/8/20
41. Nosy Smurf- Read a book where a character peeks around through the others' things: The female main character goes through the male character's items while he is invisible - Lothaire by Kresley Cole - 4/8/20
42. Reflection Smurf a.k.a. Hundredth- Read a book where lightning or a storm is a key element: The main characters get themselves caught in a sudden thunderstorm that gives them superhero powers - Radium Halos: Part 1 by W.J. May - 21/10/20
44. Sneezy Smurf a.k.a Sickly Smurf or Chilly Smurf- Read a book where a character gets sick.
46. Sweepy Smurf- Read a book where a character wears black from head to toe: The male main characters wears all black when going out to a bar with his friends - Almost Jamie by Gina Robinson - 17/6/20
48. Weakling Smurf- Read a book where there is a competition or game: The Tri-Wizard Tournament is heavily featured - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling - 15/5/20
49. Editor Smurf- Read a book where a character is a writer or works for a newspaper or magazine: The main character is writing a book about being a mother - Time Out by Emma Murray - 23/7/20
50. Wooley Smurf- Read a book set in Texas: Set in Austin, Texas - Adventures of a Vegan Vamp by Cate Lawley - 23/5/20
51. Weather Smurf- Read a book that involves a prediction: A professor foretells a servant reuniting with his Master and the Dark Lord rising in a terrible and greater way - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling - 10/5/20
52. Nurse Smurf- Read a book where a boo boo is tended to: The main character's aunt has a nasty fall and has to get a hip replacement - Love and Shenanigans by Zara Keane - 21/5/20
56. Archaeologist Smurf- Read a book where there is a search for an artifact or temple: The Covenant invades Cleveland, Ohio in search of a powerful relic called the Key of Osanalan - Halo: Uprising by Brian Michael Bendis - 26/6/20
57. Explorer Smurf- Read a book that takes place partially on a boat: The majority of the book takes place in the HMS Thunderchild boat in the battle against the Martians - The Last Days of Thunder Child by C.A. Powell - 4/9/20
59. Traveler Smurf- Read a book that takes place in more than 1 country: Takes place in Scotland and USA - MacRieve by Kresley Cole - 19/10/20
61. Hunter Smurf- Read a book where a bow and arrow are used: The main female character is very talented with her bow and arrow and she uses it lots of time - Pleasure of a Dark Prince by Kresley Cole - 14/6/20
62. Astro Smurf- Read a book set somewhere other than Earth: Set in Ariel, a colony planet - Halo: Helljumper by Peter David - 9/5/20
65. Marco Smurf a.k.a Submariner Smurf- Read a book with pirates: The male main character is a Captain of space pirates - The Heights of Perdition by C.S. Johnson - 26/6/20
68. Nobody Smurf- Read a book where a character has very low self-esteem: The main character battles a lot of her inner demons and suffers from low self esteem - Am I Ugly? by Michelle Elman - 17/6/20
70. Gusty Smurf- Read a book with a Scottish character: The main character is Scottish - A Kingdom's Cost by J.R. Tomlin - 12/6/20
71. Panicky Smurf- Read a book where a character has a panic attack: One of the female characters suffers from a panic attack after the aftermath of one of her patients dying - My One Month Marriage - 2/6/20
73. Narrator Smurf- Read a book written in first person: Why Mummy Doesn’t Give a ****! by Gill Sims - 2/5/20
74. Passive-Aggressive Smurf- Read a book with a passive or aggressive character: The male main character is quite aggressive at first - Demon from the Dark by Kresley Cole - 21/7/20
*78*. Twin Smurfs- Read a book with twins and a 2nd in a series. Book with twins - Macy and Marcy are twins - The China Pandemic by A.R. Shaw - 12/5/20 2nd in series - No-One Ever Has Sex in the Suburbs by Tracy Bloom - 20/6/20
80. Musical Smurf- Read a book where a character is a musician: The male main character is a bassist in a well known rock band - Vegas Style by Toni Kenyon - 6/9/20
81. Black Smurf- Read a book with a black cover:
- Stumbling Toward Happiness: Haibun and Hybrid Prose by Kat Lehmann - 19/10/2082. Sculptor Smurf- Read a book with a character named Clay, David, Mary or Don: The male main character's name is Clay Nichols - First Night by Lauren Blakely - 29/6/20
83. Equilibrist Smurf- Read a book where a character rides a unicycle or bike: The male main character travels by bike at the start of the story - The Last Days of the Fighting Machine: The Martian Apocalypse of Victorian Britain by C.A. Powell - 6/9/20
85. Fallen Smurf- Read a book with a character has "fallen" in love: After having a marriage of convenience both the characters fall in love with each other - Marrying Mr. English by Katy Regnery - 12/5/20
87. Pusher Smurf- Read a book where a character has an addiction: The main character gets heavily addicted to opium after an accident - Opium and Absinthe by Lydia Kang - 20/8/20
88. Upside Down Smurf- Read a book where the main character's life gets turned upside down: The main character's godfather gets killed during a battle towards the end - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling - 19/5/20
91. Impolite Smurf- Read a book where a character makes a bad first impression: The male main character tortures and hunts down immortal beings due to the fact he is prejudiced against them - Dreams of a Dark Warrior by Kresley Cole - 1/8/20
92. Annoying Smurf- Read a book that has been haunting your TBR pile: The Massacre of Mankind by Stephen Baxter - 25/9/20
93. Simple Minded Smurf- Read a book that calls your name as you walk on by but you just can't forget about: The Last Days of Purgatory: The Martian Apocalypse of Victorian London. by C.A. Powell - 6/9/2094. Reveler Smurf- Read a book where a character goes to a party: A few of the main character goes to a hen party while on holiday together - No-one Ever Has Sex on Holiday by Tracy Bloom - 17/5/20
95. Thinker Smurf- Read a book that leaves you with questions at the end of it: Socially Distanced : Voices of a Teacher and Her Students During a World Pandemic by Debi Bober - 8/6/20
97. Pointer Smurf- Read a book you are so excited to read: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling - 22/5/20
103. Blacksmith Smurf- Read a historical book: Set in Troy, Ancient Greece - A Song of War: A Novel of Troy by Kate Quinn - 16/6/20
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Date Started: June 27, 2019
Date Completed:
Level: Smurfalicious 94 / 104 (Total from 4 posts)
Tasks 1 - 25:
1. Papa Smurf- Read a book where the male lead has a child or becomes a father. - The Associate (Harper Ross 6) by Rachel Sinclair - 7/22/19 - Damien Harrington has 2 children, Nate & Amelia
2. Smurfette- Read a book with a blonde female lead. - Until You (Renegades Hockey 0.5) by Melody Heck Gatto - 7/30/19
3. Hefty Smurf- Read a book with a "hefty" guy on the front cover. - Quinlan's Quest (Quinlan O'Connor 1) by Alyssa Bailey - 12/30/19
4. Brainy Smurf- Read a book with a smart character. - Power, Wealth, & Murder (Carriage Cove 1) by Ella White - 7/31/19
5. Clumsy Smurf- Read a book with a clumsy character. - The Kidnapped Bride (Patricia Fisher 1) by Steve Higgs - 8/1/19 - MC is clumsy
6. Jokey Smurf- Read a book that makes you laugh. Love On Willow Loop by Carina Taylor - 7/29/19
7. Grouchy Smurf- Read a book with a grouchy character. - The Case of the Flashing Fashion Queen (Dix Dodd 1) by N.L. Wilson - 11/13/19 - Detective Richard Head is always in a bad mood and grouchy from the beginning of the book to the end.
8. Dreamy Smurf- Read a book where a main character mentions their dreams. - Murder by the Slice (Sky High Pie 1) by Mary Maxwell - 8/31/19 - LOC 1387 - I still harbored dreams of landing a gallery show and becoming a full-time artist
9. Greedy Smurf- Read a book with a character who is fond of food. - Milkshakes and Murder (Mom and Christy 3) by Christy Murphy - 10/19/19 - Pg. 134 - Somewhere my tear-drenched brain had latched onto that fast food joint like it was a lighthouse of safety in my current poop storm
10. Chef Smurf - Read a book where the main character is a chef - Sunny Side Up (Deadline 1) by Sonia Parin - 6/29/19
11. Vanity Smurf- Read a book that has a mirror in the story line. - Born To Love (Jasper Lake 1) by Leah Atwood - 1/13/20 - LOC 2395 - She caught a glimpse of her hair in the mirror and scowled
12. Scaredy Smurf- Read a book that has a horror element. - Alex Finch: Monster Hunter (Monster Files 1) by Cate Dean - 12/29/19
13. Tracker Smurf- Read a book where the plot involves a hunt for someone. -- Gangs and Outlaws of Western Pennsylvania by Thomas White -- 7/5/19
14. Sloppy Smurf a.k.a. Stinky Smurf- Read a book with a character that doesn't like to clean up. - Apple Pie and Trouble (Sandy Bay 1) by Amber Crewes - 7/28/19 - Jamie, the town handyman, is always dirty and stinky
15. Harmony Smurf- Read a book with a harmonious happily ever after. - Tangled Hearts: Friends to Lovers by Jennifer Hartley - 8/21/19
16. Painter Smurf- Read a book where the main character is some sort of artist. - Be Still My Beading Heart: A Glass Bead Mini-Mystery by Janice Peacock - 8/7/19 - MC makes glass beads & jewelry
17. Poet Smurf- Read a book that makes a reference to poetry. - Hot Flash by Kathy Carmichael - 9/2/19 - Davin writes lines from Elizabeth Barrett Browning's poem How Do I Love Thee? poem in a note for the MC, Jill
18. Baby Smurf- Read a book with a pregnant heroine. - The Billionaire Bachelor by Sloane Peterson - 10/17/20 - MC Ellie is pregnant when she shows up on the doorstop of her dream man desperate to save their relationship
19. Nat Smurfling a.k.a. Natural Smurf- Read a book where the majority of the story takes place in nature. - At the Foot of the Rainbow by Gene Stratton-Porter - 7/20/19
20. Snappy Smurfling- Read a book where a character has a short temper. - Brownies and Dark Shadows (Sandy Bay 2) by Amber Crewes - 12/21/19 - LOC 292 - Sally Sheridan, one of Sandy Bay's grumpiest older ladies, walked into Truly Sweet
21. Slouchy Smurfling- Read a book that has a laid-back character. - The Sculling Boat: A Lizzie Borden, Girl Detective Mystery (Lizzie Borden Girl Detective 5) by Richard Behrens - 10/20/19 - Lizzie's grandpa is laid back
22. Grandpa Smurf- Read a book with a main character who is over 100 years old.
23. Farmer Smurf- Read a book set in a rural setting. - Who Murdered Mr. Malone? (Garden Girls 1) by Hope Callaghan - 8/10/19 - MC lives on a farm
24. Sassette Smurfling- Character is a little sister - Key to Savannah (Made in Savannah 1) by Hope Callaghan - 9/3/19 - Mercedes has 3 older brothers
25. Alchemist Smurf- Read a book with a magic. - Moonshine & Murder (Moonshine Hollow 1) by Kathleen Brooks - 11/8/19 - MC is accidentally turned into a witch and has to learn how to use & control her powers