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Carolyn's 2015 Challenge **40 books**
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Jan 28, 2015 07:01AM
I read 27 books in 2014, so I am going to be ambitious and challenge myself to read 40 books in 2015. I think I can do it, since I found myself reading more books during the last few months of 2014.
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What I have read in 2015 so far:1. Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver
2. Loveyoubye by Rossandra White
3. Secrets, Lies, and Homicide by Patricia Dusenbery
4. Walking on Mars Destination Vostok by Briar Lee Mitchell
5. No Time for Trouble by Frank Stutler
Updated as of 2/14:6. What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
Update as of 2/22:1. Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver
2. Loveyoubye by Rossandra White
3. Secrets, Lies, and Homicide by Patricia Dusenbery
4. Walking on Mars Destination Vostok by Briar Lee Mitchell
5. No Time for Trouble by Frank Stutler
6. What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
7. Ghost Dog by Helen Currie Foster
Updated as of 3/13:8. Dead in the Water by A.J. Basinski
9. All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
I am trying to read more books this year that are out of my comfort zone.
Updated with #10. I am so happy that I am on track with my annual goal.1. Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver
2. Loveyoubye by Rossandra White
3. Secrets, Lies, and Homicide by Patricia Dusenbery
4. Walking on Mars Destination Vostok by Briar Lee Mitchell
5. No Time for Trouble by Frank Stutler
6. What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
7. Ghost Dog by Helen Currie Foster
8. Dead in the Water by A.J. Basinski
9. All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
10.The Boys of Summers Run by James Cotton
I finished #11 a few days ago....Appalachian Idyll by Brad Jolly. Not my favorite so far this year, but still an interesting read.
Updated to include #12...Big Mojo by Jack Getze. Very enjoyable light read.
#13...Paper Towns by John Green
I loved the author's writing style and am planning to read more of his books.
#14...Doomed Soul by Robert Boomsliter
A change of pace since this book was way out of my comfort zone. Very controversial.
#15...The Waterbear by Wade C. Taylor
#16...The Wicked Wives by Gus PelagattiAn excellent historical fiction novel based on a true story.
#17....No Fury by A. Lynn Powers
Really fun read about a woman getting revenge on her ex with a bachelor-style reality show. The catch....she selects which girls get voted off.
#18...The Pearl that Broke Its Shell by Nadia HashimiVery interesting book about a girl growing up in Afghanistan, with flashbacks to her great-great-grandmother's experiences
#19...The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James BrownExcellent true story. I feel honored that I read this book.
#20....A Case of Crime by D.M SpinksLight and breezy mystery with a cute premise - the main character is a time traveller.
#21...Holding Fire: Short Stories of Self-Destruction by Scott Hughes
Interesting, eclectic mix of stories about revenge.
#22...I Really Hate My Job-I Think I'm Working With Morons by William Crooks
Witty book comprised solely of texts between two co-workers.
#23...Taken Away by Patricia Yager Delagrange
I just realized I am ahead of track to reach my annual goal. :)
#24...Dr. Brett's Deep Little Book On Dating and Relationships by Dr. Brett Dunkin- I read this book in return for an honest review. Not really my cup of tea, but still a decent read.
#25 - Forever Twelve by Meg KimballI just remembered to add this book, which I read back in March. It was the Book of the Month for an online discussion. It's a Young Adult novel about 2 tweens that write an advice column for the school newspaper. Sweet coming-of-age story about friendship and family.
#26 - Miami Iced by Susan Sussman - Great writing, wonderful main character, absorbing plot. Highly recommend!
Carolyn wrote: "#13...Paper Towns by John Green
I loved the author's writing style and am planning to read more of his books."
Was this your first John Green book? I recommend Will Grayson, Will Grayson, very funny with great characters. :)
Shannon N wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "#13...Paper Towns by John Green
I loved the author's writing style and am planning to read more of his books."
Was this your first John Green book? I recommend [book:Will Grayson,..."
Yes, Paper Towns was my first John Green book. I read it as my book club's monthly selection. Thanks for the Will Grayson, Will Grayson recommendation!
Updating to include #27 - Illusion by Nassim Nakad. I received this book in return for an honest review. The story was unique and thought-provoking, but was a bit muddled.
#28 - Survival of the Fittest by Robin Hawdon. An ambitious novel about a British book dealer who is hired to track down two secret works related to Charles Darwin. A bit draggy due to 3 alternating points of views in 3 time periods.
#29 - Andi Makes a Wish by Meg Kimball. I received this Young Adult book in return for an honest review. The main character is very likeable and the story tackles a serious topic, her mother's recovery from alcoholism. There are many light-hearted, funny parts to balance the serious subject matter.
Carolyn wrote: "Updating to include #27 - Illusion by Nassim Nakad. I received this book in return for an honest review. The story was unique and thought-provoking, but was a bit muddled."Thank you for adding illusion to your challenge:
the language of the universe is mathematics... Logic is a mathematical sequence... a sequence is part of a film... a film is 24 lies per second.
Art is the creation of minds... Creation is but an illusion... illusion dissolves with a constant reality... reality is a persistent illusion…
Everything has been told, recycling is another form of making an art your own…
I believe in Creation. I believe in recycling art. And most of all I believe in illusions.
Nassim Nakad
#30...TimeBangers Vol. 1: One Does Not Simply Walk into Tudor by Ivery Kirk
#31...To Say Goodbye by David Weiskircher
#32...Investing 101 by Matthew Barnes
"Updated to include:#33...Sugar Baby by Ryan Lee
I received this book in return for an honest review.
#34...Corey Tells a Story by Meg Kimball
This is the 6th installment in the Advice Avengers series. I loved this book! A nice mix of light-hearted and serious subject matter. Some of the jokes made me laugh out loud.
#35...Behind Closed Doors 2 by A.L. Smith
I enjoyed this book, although the subject matter of familial human trafficking is harsh. The author is a master storyteller and I look forward to her next book.
#36...Ian, CEO, North Pole by Eric Dana Hansen
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I loved this story about an elf who works his way up the corporate ladder at the North Pole.
Only four away from my goal of 40 books, and it's only July!
I finished #37 on July 30th.Once in a Blue Year by Michael Durkota
Forgot to add #38, which I read in mid-July.The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden by Jonas Jonasson
#39 - Hattie's Place by Katherine StillermanAbsorbing historical fiction about a young teacher making her way in the world in 1907.
#40 - The Funny Side of War: For the Sick and Demented by Mat Vance - offbeat, often humorous stories by a soldier in combat during the Iraq war.
I reached my goal of 40 books for the year...and it's only mid-August!
Updated to include:#41 - Wandering the Field by Alice Brady
#42 - Shut Up Already by Jason Linton
#43 - The Incredible Mr. Pickett by Todd Tucker
I received these three books in exchange for an honest review on another site.
#44 - The Dreamer of Downing Street by Roberta Smith - I received this book in exchange for an honest review - interesting mystery/period piece#45 - Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng - I reread this book after reading it last year, and liked it more the 2nd time around
#46 - The Ice Twins by S.K. Tremayne - creepy psychological mystery - I'm on the fence about this one
#47 - Celluloid by Holly Curtis - I received this book in exchange for an honest review - very funny and wise
#48 - Cold Serial: The Jack the Strangler Murders by Brian Forschner - I received this book in exchange for an honest review - fascinating historical true crime that made me appreciate the current use of forensics in investigations
#49 - Closed Doors 1 by A.L. Smith - This is the second book I've read by this author. An absorbing page turner.
Carolyn wrote: "Updated to include:#41 - Wandering the Field by Alice Brady
#42 - Shut Up Already by Jason Linton
#43 - The Incredible Mr. Pickett by Todd Tucker
I received these three books in exchange for an h..."
I love when that happens. Every now and then I'm offered a book or magazine deal from one the book sites I order from.
I was wondering if you know how to use the add book/author link? It would be great if you did. It makes it really easy to find out more information about the books.
Sorry, I don't know how to use the add book link.
#50 - A Tight Grip by Kay Rae Chomic
That's ok...I hope this helps... When you comment, on the top left of the box, is says add book/author. Click there and type in the name of the book or author. Then just click add. It will add the book link automatically.
#51 - 10 Step Plan to Promote Your Book: Online Book Marketing on Any Budget by Scott HughesThis is a short, useful book with practical tips about marketing your book. Although I am not an author, I found the book interesting and filled with great advice.
Updated to include:#52 - Free Fish Friday by Lee Stone
I really enjoyed this mystery set in Key West. Memorable charaters, vivid setting, and aborbing plot. I would read more books in this series.
#53 - Annie's 1st Break by Willee Amsden
#54 Joy and Pain: A Poetry Collection by T. Channi
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