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TART Challenge2 - Chase the Rainbow (2)
Trio wrote: "I did the SH challenge maybe 3 times, and I liked it bc it's fun with a good team. my problems were twofold. I felt the rulings on people's claims were really arbitrary (plus there was clearly a we..."Its great if you on a chatty team and ours was for the first month , but no ine sems to bother now so i just chat on another team.
Theres always gonna be problems with the points , and you expect a bit tbh, but some clearly have extra points on nearly every book, and you give up saying anything , my captain is on the ball and if we claim something that no one else does, she gets us to check ..but some just let them get on with it.
I have started doing other challenges in this group thus year ao has been hard doing SH as well so will have to change things next year
I also went down to Poroit in Find the Title this quarter!As for scavenger, this is my first time playing, and I do all my searching at the beginning of the month, but then I also am searching before all the other books I read throughout the month (I have the memory of a fruit fly so it doesn’t spoil anything for me). Although, if I play again I’ll probably do one of the team share options as I’m not as into it this month and got my points from looking at what other teams got for points.
Everything Trio said is definitely true though. I got to the point where I was even noticing SH items in tv shows lol. I have a big problem with cheating, so if I’ve accidentally claimed something, I definitely want it called out, but Janine is right that there are people that will just keep claiming things regardless of what people say 🤷🏻♀️ I think that happens in most challenges though, so I’ve just gotten to the point where as long as I’m honest, I’m okay with it.
That's the beauty of the Bachelor Challenge though, you can't claim something that isn't there, and I still get to do the searching which I really enjoy.
Oh also the book I read last night and finished this morning also works for this task so if anyone wants to take a pass I’ve got you.(Can’t remember if I already said this, my brain is spacey today)
Amanda wrote: "Oh also the book I read last night and finished this morning also works for this task so if anyone wants to take a pass I’ve got you.(Can’t remember if I already said this, my brain is spacey today)"
We can only have 1 pass each during the challenge...so holding off 😄
@ Caipi...Kat says you can use facebook for proving 2 authors ..so you can use this linkhttps://m.facebook.com/rileyhartwrite...
Its 5th paragraph down where she says she writes as both
I totally thought we could pass whenever, so long as a teammate took the other book. Good to know!
Amanda wrote: "I totally thought we could pass whenever, so long as a teammate took the other book. Good to know!"Im off to check ..in case i got it wrong
" Each teammate will need to participate in each task, but may take a pass for one task during the course of the challenge. For some tasks, no passes will be allowed. "Def 1 per challenge
Janeylou wrote: "Amanda wrote: "I totally thought we could pass whenever, so long as a teammate took the other book. Good to know!"Im off to check ..in case i got it wrong"
You didn't I checked :)
Well my area is in a mini lockdown again ..1 in 5 over here are on new restrictions ..i can go to work, / restaurants etc but can go to anyones house..at moment they talking about whole country going into lockdown again as the rise is quite high
I was up all night again w the puppy, so I didn't make any headway on my book. I'm listening now, but just a heads-up I won't be done today. def tomorrow though as that's when my review is actually due.
Trio wrote: "I was up all night again w the puppy, so I didn't make any headway on my book. I'm listening now, but just a heads-up I won't be done today. def tomorrow though as that's when my review is actually..."Kats not giving the next lot of cats until tomorrow anyway , so no worry
Im about 70% through Red Heir, and i am constantly in stitches, havent laughed so much at a book in ages .I was a bit worried at first as many have compared it to TJ Klunes Tales of Verania series ..(which i dont like ) , but to me its not the same
Janeylou wrote: "Im about 70% through Red Heir, and i am constantly in stitches, havent laughed so much at a book in ages .I was a bit worried at first as many have compared it to TJ Klunes Tales o..."
What not even going through the Death Swamp and Sam getting lost in the woods?
The premis is the same but the writing & humour is completely different
Completion Post Task 3#10. Read 4 books by authors' who write under more than one name (Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb).
Starstruck by L.A. WittPages: 254/GR
How it qualifies: L.A. Witt also writes as Lauren Gallagher, see this website
Read: 19th September
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review:
I enjoyed listening to Carter and Levi's story. They are a perfect fit! :) I again was really annoyed with Carter staying in the closet way too long only because of his dysfunctional family and the crap showbiz politics but the ending and Nick Russo's awesome narration compensated for these moments.
Janeylou wrote: "@ Caipi...Kat says you can use facebook for proving 2 authors ..so you can use this linkhttps://m.facebook.com/rileyhartwrite...
Its 5th paragraph down where she says she wri..."
I was on the road a lot yesterday and already started listening to the LA Witt book but thanks for your help, Janine!!! 🤗
Janeylou wrote: "Im about 70% through Red Heir, and i am constantly in stitches, havent laughed so much at a book in ages .I was a bit worried at first as many have compared it to TJ Klunes Tales o..."
I'm glad you are enjoying it! :)
I got it recommended by a friend but wanted to save it for Bingo in case the fantasy category gets called.
TASK 3 COMPLETION POST ( author writes under 2 names )Red Heir by Lisa Henry
234 pgs kindle edition
Also writes as Discontentedwriter ...https://www.lisahenryonline.com/fanfi...
Finished 19th Sept
5 stars
Loved every minute of this
A prince and a pickpocket arensharing a cell when the prince is rescued ..but have they got the right prince ????
What follows is a hilarious adventure while getting the prince back to his rightful position.
Fell in love with everyone , especially Dave , and even Scott
Trio , can you post when youve finished please 😊
will do, I'm about two thirds of the way through, two more hours unless I speed up the audio haha
Caipi wrote: "Completion Post Task 3#10. Read 4 books by authors' who write under more than one name (Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb).
Starstruck by [author:L.A. Witt|3..."I actually had started this one but ended up with Royally Screwed instead - great minds, huh?
Task 3 - Author Writes Under Two Namescompletion post
by Lynn Van DornLength: 277 pages
How it Qualifies: from Virginia Kelly's Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Virginia-Kelly...
"Virginia is the alter ego of Lynn Van Dorn"
Finished 9/19, 4 Stars
I was a smidge disappointed just because the plots been a bit over done and I had hoped LVD would have done something more unique with it.
Team 2, Task 3completion post
Trio: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5... #226
Amanda: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3... #195
Caipi: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2... #219
Janeylou: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5... #222
okay I posted in the Challenge Thread, can someone just double check that I did it all right? Thanks!https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...
Good going Trio....im hoping to finish my bingo book before we get a new call
Here is Task 4:23. Each teammate reads a book that has been read by one of the RRRC moderators. No pass for this task.
The book you choose needs to be marked as read and rated by one of the RRRC mods. There is no time limit or rating requirement for this task, the mod can have read it at any time and given it any rating. Please include a link to the mod's review or read shelf in your completion post.
Jane ( PS), is probably the easiest to pick as i know she reads lots of mm......but has she read any of my SH books that still need doing , that is the question 🤔🤔🤔😄😄😄She's on team 3
Task 4 SELECTION POST. Reas a book read by group modThe Last Sun by K.D. Edwards
368 pgs kindle edition
Jane ( PS) review
Selection Post Task 4 (Read a book read by an RRRC Mod)
The Mystery of Nevermore by C.S. Poe
216 Pages
How Fits: Read by Jane (PS)
Janeylou wrote: "Jane ( PS), is probably the easiest to pick as i know she reads lots of mm......but has she read any of my SH books that still need doing , that is the question 🤔🤔🤔😄😄😄She's on team 3"
and if you're friends with the mod you can do a "compare books" with them and make your life even easier (sorry if everyone already knows this...)
Task 4 - Read a book that has been read by one of the RRRC moderatorsselection post
Finding Zach by Rowan Speedwell
Length: 264 pages
How it Qualifiies: Read by KarenH
Completion Post Task 4 (Read a book read by an RRRC Mod)
The Mystery of Nevermore by C.S. Poe
216 Pages
How Fits: Read by Jane (PS)
Date Read: 9/20/2020
Rating: 4 Stars
Review: I really really enjoyed this one! I see it’s compared a lot to another very popular series that I only just liked, and I actually prefer this one! The mystery was pretty easy to figure out (at least who the villain was), but the characters were amazing. A little instalovey for my taste, but it worked, and I’m excited to see where this series goes!
Amanda wrote: "Completion Post Task 4 (Read a book read by an RRRC Mod)The Mystery of Nevermore by C.S. Poe
216 Pages
How Fits: Re..."
I loved this series Amanda, in fact I love everything she wtites.
Im also enjoying my book 'the last sun '..took me a while to get into it..but getting good now
Janeylou wrote: "Amanda wrote: "Completion Post Task 4 (Read a book read by an RRRC Mod)The Mystery of Nevermore by C.S. Poe
216 Page..."
It’s so good! I was worried it’d be a little too much like Adrien and Jake as some reviews said that, and I’m one of like 3 people who thought that series was just okay, but in my opinion it’s so much better!
The Last Sun seriously just gets better and better. I think it’s gonna end up being like a 7 or 8 book series
I'm looking forward to exploring CS Poe - I'd never read anything by them till A Friend in the Dark.My book for this current task is long and intense - I'll do my best to have it for tomorrow. Just a heads up.
Trio wrote: "I'm looking forward to exploring CS Poe - I'd never read anything by them till A Friend in the Dark.My book for this current task is long and intense - I'll do my best to have it for tomorrow. Ju..."
No worries! I’m looking forward to your review, it looks like a lot of people really loved it and I’ve never heard of it before.
Selection Post - Task 4#23. Each teammate reads a book that has been read by one of the RRRC moderators. No pass for this task.
Rule Breaker by Lily MortonPages: 286
How it qualifies: read by Jane
Task 4 COMPLETION POST. Read a book read by group modThe Last Sun by K.D. Edwards
368 pgs kindle edition
Jane ( PS) review
Excellent start to another new series, although it did take a while to get into , working out whats what.
Loads of action, loads of banter loads of laughs .....and i little bit of unreqited love , i think ....
Finished 21 sept
4.25 stars
Completion Post - Task 4#23. Each teammate reads a book that has been read by one of the RRRC moderators. No pass for this task.
Rule Breaker by Lily MortonPages: 286
How it qualifies: read by Jane
Read: 21st September
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Review:
Oh my, poor Dylan! Gabe's permanently shifting hot cold hot cold.... attitude was really terrible. And let's not talk about that "Valentine's present"!!
But I nonetheless had a great time listening to this story. Joel Leslie narrated it excellently and I laughed at all the snark and banter and I cried happy tears when Gabe finally opened up and gave their love a chance. :)
Great going girls...can you do the honours again Trio 🙂
Hello!Let me snooping, what's going on in this group... :D
Emilienne wrote: "Hello!Let me snooping, what's going on in this group... :D"
Hi Emilienne! 👋 Feeling bored? ;)
I'm just trying to decide if I should sign up for the gangbang challenge. I haven't played the last two quarters but I kind of miss it. Even though I seldom managed to read all the books...... LOL
Thats one challenge ive never done ..dont know why??...
I love the picking of the books but I always feel sorry when I don't read all the books picked for me.
Caipi wrote: "Emilienne wrote: "Hello!Let me snooping, what's going on in this group... :D"
Hi Emilienne! 👋 Feeling bored? ;)
I'm just trying to decide if I should sign up for the gangbang challenge. I haven't..."
Nope lol I don't even have enough time for everything's going on 😁
But hey, it's cool to see other faces sometimes. And ideas for new books as well!
You should sign up! I have and it doesn't matter if I do not read all the books. I'm happy to pick for the other players and to read some books waiting in my shelf for ages...
Task 4 - Read a book that has been read by one of the RRRC moderatorscompletion post
Finding Zach by Rowan Speedwell
Length: 264 pages
How it Qualifiies: Read by KarenH
Completed 9/21, 4 Stars
Very intense. Definitely not for folks who would be triggered by descriptions of their child being abducted and abused. Zach's memories and the flashbacks are graphic, but Rowan Speedwell achieves his goal - intense, emotional hurt/comfort story, really well done.
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I know there have been some changes made over the past few years, but at this point I just think the Bachelor Challenge is a better fit for me.