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Color Challenge - 2018
Just completed my 3rd #7 (light blue) - Angel Falls by Kristin Hannah. One of the reasons I enjoy reading an author's entire book history is to see the progression in their writing and ideas. While this book is an okay read, I can definitely tell that the author has matured in her writing style. The plot was alright but predictable, the characters were a bit flat (except for Liam, he was written well), and the writing not her usual standard. But this was one of her earlier works. Still worth reading. 3.5 stars34/45
15/15 - I've got 'em all! Woot woot!!1. White
2. Pink
3. Red
4. Orange
5. Yellow
6. Green
7. Light Blue
8. Dark Blue
9. Purple
10. Brown
11. Black
12. Metallic
13. Five Colors
14. Color in Title
15. Word Describing Colors
Just completed my 3rd #11 (black) - After The Shot Drops by Randy Ribay. Overall, this was a good YA book. I appreciate the author presenting viewpoints from different perspectives and tackling some tough issues. Editing could have been a little tighter - there were some repetitive moments. Worth reading. 3.5 stars35/45
Just completed my 3rd #9 (purple) - In The Afterlight by Alexandra Bracken. I had a really difficult time finishing this book. Up until the last third of the book, I really didn't care about the characters, the plot seemed to drag, and there was way too much teen angst. The same words were being used repeatedly too. But the last third reminded me why I cared about these characters and the plot picked up a bit. I'm not sure I would recommend the entire trilogy. 3 stars36/45
Update to Message #505: Completed with 15 out of 15.
(msg 58) 14/15 + orange (First There is a River)= 15/15 COMPLETE :)
Update to message 25: 15/15 read, challenge completed!!
kayla ☺ wrote: "Can I still join this??"I think you can, Kayla, as there's plenty of time left.
I'm not 100% certain but the moderators should answer the question soon! 😊
Updated message 5. Challenge Completed
15/15
Just completed my 3rd #2 (pink) - Wicked Like a Wildfire by Lana Popovic. Really interesting concept. Loved the characters and the blending of magic into reality. Nice cliffhanger ending too. Definitely worth reading! 4 stars37/45
Updated msg 802. 15/15 - challenge complete!!!
Update to post #36: 14/15Word describing color in the title: (dark)
Just completed my 3rd #15 (title describing color) - As Bright as Heaven by Susan Meissner. Overall, really good book! I enjoyed the different perspectives; the author did an excellent job of aging the girls. The history was accurate, and the plot had a good flow. My only criticism was that the ending seemed a bit too perfect. Definitely worth reading! 4 stars38/45
Just completed my 3rd #14 (color in title) - Serafina and the Black Cloak by Robert Beatty. This book had an interesting concept. However, the word choice was repetitive and for such a compelling story, it was rather boring in the middle. Not interesting enough for me to continue the series. 3 stars39/45
Edit msg 10812/14
3. Red
Sept 25 The Mysterious Affair at Styles (4 stars)
Update post 748Finished my tenth (10/15)
3. Read a book with "Red" or any shade of red in the cover
5★'s 9/26/18
Just completed my 3rd #1 (white) - The Breakdown by B.A. Paris. This book was an ok mystery. I liked the writing, which is what kept me reading. I figured out the twist and found the plot rather predictable. The main character annoyed me, but as my greatest fear (besides sharks and gators) is losing my mind, I understood her a bit. Worth reading. 3.5 stars40/45
Update *Post 748*Finished my eleventh book (11/15)
Read a book with "Pink" or any shade of pink in the cover
A Spark of Light by Jodi Picoult
3★'s
Update to message 6810/15 completed
15. Read a book with a word describing colors in the title
The Shadow of the Wind
Just completed my 3rd #10 (brown) - The Cat's Table by Michael Ondaatje. I love this author's writing! He has a wonderful way of weaving past and future events into a main narrative, almost like asides in a conversation. And I love how he describes his characters. I listened to the audiobook, which he read. It was good, and he has an interesting reading voice, but I was confused as to his pronunciation of some of the words in the book. The book appears to be semi autobiographical. Definitely worth reading! 4 stars41/45
I'd like to join! :) 15/15 - completed 09/29/18
White -
Pink -
Red -
Orange -
Yellow -
Green -
Light Blue -
Dark Blue -
Purple -
Brown -
Black -
Metallic -
At Least 5 Colors -
Color in Title -
Word Describing Colors in Title -
I am going to try for all 15 colors1)White:
2)Pink:
3)Red:
4)Orange:
5)Yellow:
6)Green:
7)Light Blue:
8)Dark Blue:
9)Purple:
10)Brown:
11)Black:
12)Metallic Color:
13)5 colors on the cover:
14)Color in the title of the book:
15)A word describing colors in the title
14/15
I didn't get all 15 but I am still happy that I done so well in the little time I was doing this challenge.
I finished this challenge!Updated message 59
Completed 15/15
I would love to join in on this challenge! I realize I'm late, oops, but would love to try and read all 15! 1. White:
2. Pink:
3. Red:
4. Orange:
5. Yellow:
6. Green:
7. Light Blue:
8. Dark Blue:
9. Purple:
10. Brown:
11. Black:
12. Metallic:
silver
13. 5+ colors:
14. Read a book with a color in the title of the book:
15. Read a book with a word describing colors in the title (rainbow, stripes, polka dots, etc...):
Shades
Update msg*748* Annual challenge January 1 - December 31, 2108YEAH!! Challenge Complete!!
Great challenge! I Really enjoyed it!
My Start Datey: July 1 - December 31, 2018
COLOR CHALLENGE 2018
🌈 15/15
1. Read a book with "White" or any shade of white in the cover
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
2. Read a book with "Pink" or any shade of pink in the cover
3★'s3. Read a book with "Red" or any shade of red in the cover
5★'s 9/26/184. Read a book with "Orange" or any shade of orange in the cover
5★'shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
5. Read a book with "Yellow" or any shade of yellow in the cover
6. Read a book with "Green" or any shade of green in the cover
4★'shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
7. Read a book with "Light Blue" or any shade of light blue in the cover
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
8. Read a book with "Dark Blue" or any shade of dark blue in the cover
9. Read a book with "Purple" or any shade of purple in the cover
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
10. Read a book with "Brown" or any shade of brown in the cover
4.5★'shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
11. Read a book with "Black" or any shade of black in the cover
5★'s12. Read a book with a Metallic color in the cover
13. Read a book with at least 5 colors on the cover.
14. Read a book with a color in the title of the book
15. Read a book with a word describing colors in the title
5★'shttps://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
For anyone struggling with the "titles with words describing colour" challenge, here's my new list with some suggestions:https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...
If you have suggestions please add them, and remember to vote on the list too!
Edit post 359. Purple complete, 5/15 :)
Just completed my 3rd #13 (five colors) - The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh. Overall, this was a really good read! The writing was a bit simplistic for me, but the story was interesting. I really like the characters so far. The good outweighed the not great. Worth reading! 4 stars42/45
Just completed my 3rd #8 (dark blue) - Night Road by Kristin Hannah. Overall, a good read. In signature Hannah fashion, the characters were complex and sympathetic and tugged at the heart strings. My biggest issue was the beginning was a bit slow and the ending was rushed. It was too perfect. Worth reading. 4 stars43/45
Just completed my 3rd #6 (green) - Almost Everything: Notes on Hope by Anne Lamott. I started reading this in the middle of Bob Woodward's book, Fear, and I really needed it as a palate cleanser. But then as I continued through her thoughtful notes, I really did start to feel hopeful. I'm returning my library copy ASAP so others can read it, then I'm purchasing my own copy to have at home so I can return to these little hope notes as needed. Definitely worth reading! 5 stars44/45
10. Brown
13. 5 Colors on the Cover
12/15 Finished
Just completed my 3rd #5 (yellow) - Mrs. Bridge by Evan Connell. The writing is excellent, and the short chapters lend to a quick read. The author's style was interesting, and ultimately led to a lower rating. He presented his main character in small vignettes and as an object of pity by her children. There was never any connection between the small stories or real attempt to explain his main character's background. Maybe in 1950 it was understood enough to not require explanation, but the main character's life is rather foreign in modern times (thankfully). The ending was also abrupt and unsettling. Worth reading! 3.5 stars45/45 - challenge completed!
Edited #632, completed my Purple book. 12/15
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11. Read a book with "Black" or any shade of black in the cover (grey, slate, coal, etc...)
8. Read a book with "Dark Blue" or any shade of dark blue in the cover
6. Read a book with "Green" or any shade of green in the cover
3. Read a book with "Red" or any shade of red in the cover
12. Read a book with a Metallic color in the cover
4. Read a book with "Orange" or any shade of orange in the cover.
1. Read a book with "White" or any shade of white in the cover