The Amazing Race Team Challenge - Round 3 - Team 16

[Lea]

I will be reading The Duchess Deal from LaurLa’s list

[Susan A]

Lea- Laurala recommends a book to you. You need to recommend a book to Laurala from the shelf she posted

[LaurLa]

Sorry, Lea - I probably confused everybody. If you want to pick a book for me from the shelf I posted, that would great.

If you would post a shelf where you'd like me to pick from, I'll do that.

[Jodi]

Thank you Susan! I was hoping you would pick that one!

[Susan A]

Jodi wrote: "Thank you Susan! I was hoping you would pick that one!"


Excellent! I’ve started my book and am enjoying it so far.

[Lea]

LaurLa wrote: "Sorry, Lea - I probably confused everybody. If you want to pick a book for me from the shelf I posted, that would great.

If you would post a shelf where you'd like me to pick from, I'll do that."

I am so sorry I totally misunderstood this task :-(

My pick for you is Coming Home, as this was the first book I added to my TBR list after looking at your list

You can pick from my to be read list
https://www.goodreads.com/review/list...

[Susan A]

Completion Post Task 6

Task 6 - 12. Read a book recommended to you by a teammate - no pass for this task.


You Slay Me by Katie MacAlister
356 pages
4/9/21
3 stars

qualification:
Jodi selected for me in this post

Review:

I should have paid a little bit more attention before adding this book to my list. Turns out this book has the tag "chick lit". Had I noticed, I would have passed on this book. In general, I'm not a fan of chick lit. I enjoyed the humor at times, but I prefer more romance and less stupidity. It wasn't terrible, but it did seem to drag on. I would consider listening to book 2, but I haven't added it to my TBR.

[LaurLa]

HI Lea - I'll pick The Duchess Deal for you since it's on the list you posted and you were wanting to read it anyway. I love Tessa Dare and am actually looking forward to starting this series myself!

[LaurLa]

Lea wrote: "My pick for you is Coming Home, as this was the first book I added to my TBR list after looking at your list."


This has been on my TBR for a long time - I'm glad for that little extra push to read it ;-)

I have to finish a couple of books for a challenge in a different group by tomorrow, so I probably won't start this until Monday but hope it will go fast once I start it.

[Jodi]

I’m glad we’re not super competitive. Lol..I’m always down for a good competition but I don’t like speeding through my books. I know this is called the Amazing RACE haha but I’m glad I have a chill team :)

[LaurLa]

I appreciate you saying that, Jodi. I like to be on competitive teams but even though I read pretty fast, I don't really enjoy the speed read pressure. RL has been getting in my way a lot lately and I hate the feeling I'm letting down a team if it takes me 2 or 3 days to finish a book...

[Susan A]

I am my own worst enemy. Put me on an in it to win it team, and I become obsessive. For this reason, I don't often join race type challenges. I am happy that our race isn't frantic.

[LaurLa]

Susan A wrote: "I am happy that our race isn't frantic."

I know that the Bachelor challenge isn't a race challenge but speed reading comes into it with that scavenger hunt rose (the one where you try to find all the tasks in one book) that is unlimited (or was) - it turned me off that challenge - it seemed like people were reading an insanely number of books to qualify for that one rose - it wasn't speed reading to win a race but it was speed reading to get as many done as possible - I felt like there was no way to keep up and I just lost the taste for the challenge.

[LaurLa]

Completion Post
Task 6: 12. Read a book recommended to you by a teammate


Book: Coming Home
Pages: 360 pp (1st GR kindle)
How it fits: recommended by Lea
Date Read: 04.13 ★★★★

[Susan A]

LaurLa wrote: "Susan A wrote: "I am happy that our race isn't frantic."

I know that the Bachelor challenge isn't a race challenge but speed reading comes into it with that scavenger hunt rose (the one where you ..."

I don't do that one anymore. I played once or twice, but the last time I played people were nasty and accusatory. I read fast; I listen to books at 2.0 at the slowest...any slower and It sounds weird and I lose interest, I read while doing almost everything, and I don't sleep a lot. I pre-plan so I knew what book to start for every topic. I had a teammate like me; we were randomly assigned. My team won most or all of ...I don't remember what it was, but whatever it was that needed to be done as quickly as possible after the call...which was at an assigned time on a scheduled day...so really easy to plan for. Anyway, people were so nasty about it, and basically accused us of cheating. I won't play that challenge again.

[Lea]

Hi All
I very sorry but I have to step out of this Challenge
I have unfortunately become quite ill, I am tested positive for COVID :-(
Fortunately it is not severe, just as a back case of influenza but I have no energy and can not concentrate on reading
Lea

[Susan A]

Lea wrote: "Hi All
I very sorry but I have to step out of this Challenge
I have unfortunately become quite ill, I am tested positive for COVID :-(
Fortunately it is not severe, just as a back case of influenz..."

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Lea wrote: "Hi All
I very sorry but I have to step out of this Challenge
I have unfortunately become quite ill, I am tested positive for COVID :-(
Fortunately it is not severe, just as a back case of influenz..."

I'm sorry to see you go Lea. I hope you recover quickly and easily.

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Susan A wrote: "Completion Post Task 6

Task 6 - 12. Read a book recommended to you by a teammate - no pass for this task.


You Slay Me by Katie MacAlister
334 pages
4/9/21
3 stars

qu..."

Please correct to the first edition Kindle page count (356). Thanks!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Once Jodi posts her completion, I can assign a new task. 😊

[Susan A]

MountainKat wrote: "Susan A wrote: "Completion Post Task 6

Task 6 - 12. Read a book recommended to you by a teammate - no pass for this task.


You Slay Me by Katie MacAlister
334 pages
4/..."

change made. Thanks!

[Jodi]

🏃🏼‍♀️Completion Post🏃🏼‍♀️

Task #6. #12. Read a book recommended or selected for you by a teammate - no pass for this task.

Book/cover link:
What's Mine and Yours

Pages: 341/GR HC

Qualification: Selected for me by teammate Susan

Date Completed: 4/10/21

Rating: 4 stars

[Jodi]

Feel better Lea! Sorry I was late, thought I had already posted completion. Checked into main thread though.

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Jodi wrote: "🏃🏼‍♀️Completion Post🏃🏼‍♀️

Task #6. #12. Read a book recommended or selected for you by a teammate - no pass for this task.

Book/cover link:
What's Mine and Yours

Pages: 341/GR ..."

Please correct to the Kindle page count (276, found on Amazon). Thanks.

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Here is your next task!

Task 7 - 31. Read 6 5 books rated over 4.0.

Books selected for this task need to have an average rating of 4.0 or higher. You can find this info on the main book page under the title. You can also add this to setting to your shelves! Please include the average rating in your completion posts. If the average rating could potentially fall below 4.0, for example if it is just 4.0 with very few ratings, a screenshot might be advisable.

[Jodi]

Update:

🏃🏼‍♀️Completion Post🏃🏼‍♀️

Task #6. #12. Read a book recommended or selected for you by a teammate - no pass for this task.

Book/cover link:
What's Mine and Yours

Pages: 276/KE from Amazon

Qualification: Selected for me by teammate Susan

Date Completed: 4/10/21

Rating: 4 stars

[Susan A]

Completion Post Task 7

Task 7 - 31. Read 5 books rated over 4.0.


Veronica's Dragon by Ruby Dixon
280 pages
4/16/21
4 stars

qualification:
4.19 rating


Review:
After aroundt 20 books, I still enjoy this series, despite the fact that there is a lot of similarity in the books. It just fun easy reading.

Note: I do have a screenshot if needed, but I have no idea how to post one.

[Susan A]

I'll start a 2nd book for this task.

[LaurLa]

I'm reading one currently that I should finish tonight. And I can finish a second one by Sunday for sure.


A Few Good Women - 4.40

this weekend - one of these, both shortish.
Kiera's Sun - 4.16
One Man's Art - 4.04

[Susan A]

Completion Post Task 7

Task 7 - 31. Read 5 books rated over 4.0.


Ex Meridian by A.E. Via
237 pages
4/16/21
4 stars

qualification:
4.51 rating


Review:
This series has grown on me. Each book is better than the last...a good thing since I didn't book 1 very much. Anyway, it's very OTT, but now that I know what to expect, the craziness is fun. I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Aiden Snow. He does a nice job. It helps that I like the sound of his voice..

[LaurLa]

Completion Post
Task 7: 31. Read 5 books rated over 4.0


Book: A Few Good Women
Pages: 227 pp (GR kindle)
How it fits: 4.40 average rating
Date Read: 04.17 ★★★

[LaurLa]

Completion Post
Task 7: 31. Read 5 books rated over 4.0


Book: One Man's Art
Pages: 240 pp (1st GR kindle)
How it fits: 4.04 average rating
Date Read: 04.17 ★★★★

[Jodi]

🏃🏼‍♀️Completion Post🏃🏼‍♀️

Task 7: #31. Read 5 books as team rated over 4.0

Book/cover link: Eleanor & Park

Pages: 335/KE

Qualification: Rated 4.03

Date Completed: 4/18/21

Rating: 4 stars

[Jodi]

I’ll check us in for next task. Thanks for doing 2 books each both of you:)

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Jodi wrote: "🏃🏼‍♀️Completion Post🏃🏼‍♀️

Task 7: #31. Read 5 books as team rated over 4.0

Book/cover link: Eleanor & Park

Pages: 335/KE

Qualification: Rated 4.03

Date Completed: 4/18/21

Ra..."

Please correct to the first edition Kindle page count (329). Thanks!

[MountainKat, Moderator]

Here is your next task!

Task 8 - 55. Read 6 5 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

As a team select a country outside the US, then read 5 books set in that country. Please include the selected country in your completion posts. Remember to let me know how you know your books qualify, be it title, precis, book details, tags or lists - I need to know where to look to confirm your books.

[LaurLa]

Can we choose England or UK for this task?

[Susan A]

LaurLa wrote: "Can we choose England or UK for this task?"

Yes I like that

[Susan A]

I'll ask MKat if we can use UK, or if we have to choose one of the countries (England) that it is comprised of.

It doesn't matter for me, my books are set in England.

I can do 2 for this task.

[Susan A]

Actually -- can we just go with England? Less questions to muddle through. Like if we picked UK, would our proof have to reference UK? And is UK actually a country or some other word to describe a group of countries?

[LaurLa]

Susan A wrote: "Actually -- can we just go with England? Less questions to muddle through. Like if we picked UK, would our proof have to reference UK? And is UK actually a country or some other word to describe a ..."

I only included UK because if the blurb was specific to Scotland or Wales... does that 'count' as England in the general sense of terms? But I think if we say UK, England, Wales and Scotland (and Northern Ireland) are covered under that.

But I'm good either way. I have one definite England (blurb mentions London) on my list for the month. I'd have to look for another one anyway so I can make sure it's specific to England.

[Susan A]

I'm opposed to UK if the proof must reference UK specifically. If it does not need to reference UK specifically, as in England would be accepted, then I am fine with it.

I guess I'll ask MKat.

[MountainKat, Moderator]

MountainKat wrote: "Here is your next task!

Task 8 - 55. Read 6 5 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

As a team select a country outside the US, then read 5 books set in that country...."

It isn't always easy to see, but the 6 does have a strike through there. So you are to read 5. 😊 I am far from perfect and may forget to edit the task requirements, always feel free to ask!

[Susan A]

Task 8 - 55. Read 6 5 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

Country - UK


Much Ado About You by Eloisa James
400 pgs
4/19/21
4 stars

Qualification: London mentioned in precis. "Which leaves Tess contemplating marriage to the sort of man she wishes to avoid -- one of London's most infamous rakes." England tagged on page 1 - https://www.goodreads.com/work/shelve...

Review
This was a lovely falling in love story. I was pleasantly surprised that the author did not use the situation with Lucius' parents to create a "great misunderstanding" -- the main characters actually talked through a difficult situation, actually several difficult situations. Unfortunately, it seems like Imogen is the star of this series. I suppose I should feel sympathy for an orphaned and widowed 20 year old woman...but I quite liked Tess, and she was really quite awful to her. I think I will continue the series.

[Susan A]

MountainKat wrote: "MountainKat wrote: "Here is your next task!

Task 8 - 55. Read 6 5 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

As a team select a country outside the US, then read 5 books ..."

Yup...that strike is there. I can't see it at all on my phone, but it's perfectly clear here! Thanks

[Susan A]

Susan A wrote: "I'm opposed to UK if the proof must reference UK specifically. If it does not need to reference UK specifically, as in England would be accepted, then I am fine with it.

I guess I'll ask MKat."


We're good with UK. We can use England, or any of the other countries, as proof

[LaurLa]

Susan A wrote: "Susan A wrote: "I'm opposed to UK if the proof must reference UK specifically. If it does not need to reference UK specifically, as in England would be accepted, then I am fine with it.

I guess I'..."

Thanks for checking on that.

[LaurLa]

Completion Post
Task 8: 55. Read 5 books set in the same country outside the US


Book: The Duchess Deal
Pages: 389 pp (1st GR kindle)
How it fits: from precis: Since his return from war, the Duke of Ashbury’s to-do list has been short and anything but sweet: brooding, glowering, menacing London ne’er-do-wells by night.
Date Read: 04.20 ★★★★

[Susan A]

LauraLa and Jodi --

Are either of you planning a second book for this task?


I'll finish my second book today most likely. I have books with this setting already planned, so it's no hardship for me to do another.

[Susan A]

Task 8 - 55. Read 5 books set in the same country outside the US, teams decide country.

Country - UK


Affair by Amanda Quick
418 pgs
4/20/21
4 stars

qualification: tagged England on first page of tags, https://www.goodreads.com/work/shelve...


Fun story. Interesting mystery. I like that the characters were not quite part of the ton.