Pomegranate, Anyone?

[JoAnne]

Pomegranate cocktails are popular, fruity, and utterly delicious. Many of the drink recipes are also a breeze to mix up. You can use fresh pomegranate when the fruit comes into season or take advantage of pomegranate vodkas, liqueurs, and juices and enjoy the fruity flavor all year long. From sweet vodka martinis to cocktails featuring gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, there's a great drink waiting for everyone.

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
A stunning and simple cocktail, the blushing lady is filled with soft fruit flavors. The signature flavor comes from Pama, the most popular pomegranate-flavored liqueur on the market. It's lush, sweet, and has a wonderful taste that pairs perfectly with the pink grapefruit and vodka in this pretty pink drink.
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
Uncomplicated, the Pama martini shakes up in minutes with just three common ingredients: Pama, your favorite vodka, and an orange liqueur. As always, premium spirits are recommended to create the fruity martini of your dreams.
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
Sweet and refreshing the Patrón pomegranate is an incredibly simple recipe. It has a margarita base, complete with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, and pours on the pomegranate juice. It mixes up quickly and is perfect for a cookout or picnic.
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita
This is no one-dimensional pomegranate margarita. It pairs the sweet, juicy arils (the fruit's seeds) with passion fruit juice. Using reposado tequila gives it a lovely oak background and there's no need to pull out the blender. Just grab your cocktail shaker and mix it up!
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
Always a crowd favorite, the pomegranate Champagne punch is a lot of fun to mix up for a party. Its layers of flavor include pomegranate, cranberry, citrus vodka, and sparkling wine. While the cinnamon syrup gives it a holiday-worthy nuance, you can easily switch that out for other seasonal parties.
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
"This cocktail is crisp and elegant, with deep, earthy notes and a ruby color," recipe creator cheesemite says of this pomegranate drink with vodka, vermouth, balsamic glaze, and pink peppercorns.
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
The poinsettia has long been a favorite Champagne cocktail for the holidays. This pomegranate poinsettia recipe gives it a fruity new twist. Rather than cranberry, you'll use orange juice, which pairs flawlessly with pomegranate.
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
The spiced pomegranate martini is a very interesting recipe that doubles up on the pomegranate and adds a unique complementary flavor. The cardamom-infused simple syrup is easy to make at home and transforms the drink into a fascinating experience. It's a really nice option when you get tired of the usual fruit martinis.
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
It's a little sweet, a little sour and has just a hint of spice. The Pama ginger-tini can easily become a new favorite on your personal martini menu. The recipe uses Pama, vodka, and grapefruit along with the sweet spice of ginger syrup to create an explosion of flavor in a cocktail glass.
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
Bright, refreshing, and a fun take on a classic cocktail, the pomegranate gin fizz is perfect for warm days. It brings the fruit into the world of the gin fizz and gives it a herbal spin with lavender simple syrup. For more of a classic style, try it with the egg white, which gives it a luscious foam.
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
Whiskey is a fantastic complement to the sweet taste of pomegranate. The Belmont jewel is, essentially, a whiskey-pomegranate lemonade and it's as delicious as it sounds. Served tall on the rocks, the recipe can easily be adapted to fill a pitcher for a small party.
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
On a hot summer day, few drinks will cool you down like the pomegranate-grapefruit frosé. The recipe offers a wonderful trio of flavors—pomegranate vodka, rosé wine, and grapefruit juice—to create a fruity slushie you'll thoroughly enjoy. There are a variety of ways you can enhance it and make your own custom frosé, too.
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
Tequila in a Christmas punch? Absolutely! Mrs. Claus' wildside punch is made of X-Rated Fusion Liqueur and blanco tequila. The liqueur is a bright blend of fruits and it goes nicely with the recipe's pomegranate and cranberry juices. With just four ingredients, your punch will be ready in minutes.
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
The rich flavor of pomegranate takes on a whole new life when it's warmed up. With the winter warmer mulled sangria, you can share the experience with friends on a chilly day. It uses three pomegranate-flavored ingredients, a bottle of red wine, and fresh cranberries. Jägermeister and mulling spices give it a pleasing spice to round off the flavor.
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
The popular mimosa takes well on fruity twists and it's always a prime choice for brunch. In the Christmas mimosa, you'll top pomegranate liqueur and cranberry juice with chilled Champagne. It gets really interesting when you let a sprig of pine infuse its flavor into the cocktail.
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
A lovely dinner companion, this red carpet cocktail is intriguing. The recipe requires an ultra-smooth vodka, which is paired with Campari. That aperitif's bitter flavor profile is offset by two pomegranate ingredients with a sweetness that makes it very approachable and fantastic with any meal.
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
You will find romance in a glance when you mix up the lovely blushing geisha. It's a stunning cocktail that mixes pomegranate juice with a brilliant sake-based liqueur and a hint of sweet rose. Aphrodisiacs galore, this is a great choice for Valentine's Day!
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record
Grenadine is a pomegranate-flavored syrup, so when you see a variation of that name on a liqueur bottle, you can expect the same flavor. That's what you'll find in the for the record cocktail, where the liqueur's sweetness is paired with citrus vodka and elderflower liqueur. It's the strawberry-lime hard cider that really takes this recipe over the top.
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
When you're ready to get crafty, turn to the American dream cocktail. Those fun white stars are fondant and they make a big splash at a Fourth of July bash. The drink itself is a combination of Pama, black cherry rum, and pomegranate-cherry juice.
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
This drink delivers an unexpected but delightful flavor. While the name implies a tropical taste, the drink has a surprising bite from the ginger liqueur and gin. The pineapple juice and orange bitters sweeten the drink while adding a slight bitterness that complements the gin and keeps you on your toes!
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).


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[JoAnne]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023- January 31, 2024
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover.
February Fever Jess Lourey 2/19/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini.
Hot Shot Pippa Green 2/26/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
289 Captain's Walk Katie Winters 2/4/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs.
Wait For Me J.H. Croix 2/5/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
Death Trap Karin Kaufman 2/2/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
Rum and Raindrops Jean Oram 2/4/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
Oregon A Rogue Cowboy's Christmas Surprise Stephanie Rowe 2/8/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book where a character gets tired of something.
Micah is tired of the responsibility for his (adult) brother who is angry all the time and gets into fights and generally causes trouble. Second Chance at the Riverview Inn Molly O'Keefe 2/16/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER.
Iris Someone to Hold Marie Force 2/10/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day.
The Wedding Ranch Nancy Naigle 2/7/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held.
The Shop on Main Street Carolyn Brown 2/23/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Home to the Riverview Inn Molly O'Keefe 2/14/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
2142 Green Hollow Rd Katie Winters 2/3/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter.
An Edgartown Christmas Katie Winters 2/13/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book where a character enjoys a mimosa.
The Hesson House Katie Winters 2/13/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
Riversong Tess Thompson 3/1/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
This Crazy Love J.H. Croix 2/4/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE.
Scarred Mail-Order Bride and the Widower Amelia Rose 2/9/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book where the Fourth of July is celebrated.
113 Katama Rd Katie Winters 2/6/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii.
The Seashell of 'Ohana Mary Ting 2/9/23

[Frankie]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

20/20 Completed. Finished

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
Meet Me on St. Patrick's Day-Bryony Rosehurst 3/20/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when).
(11/17/2014)
Depraved-Debra Webb 2/08/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book where a cocktail is mixed.
(Rum Runner)
Rum Runner-J.A. Konrath 2/09/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Vulnerable-Mary Burton 4/13/23


Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
From the Embers-Aly Martinez 2/10/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
The Girl and the Secret Society-A.J. Rivers 4/08/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
(Oregon)
Lighthouse Way-Kristen Proby 3/17/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed.
Sacred Serenity-Audrey Carlan 3/26/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER.
(Emma Griffin)
The Girl and the Deadly End-A.J. Rivers 2/03/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Helena Hunting-A Kiss for a Kiss 4/04/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky.
Claiming the Enemy: Dustin-Jamie Begley 2/04/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer.
The Summer Deal-Jill Shalvis 3/25/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
The Holly Dates-Brittainy C. Cherry 3/11/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#).
(300)
Lie To Her-Melinda Leigh 2/10/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Primal Wrath-Piper Davenport 2/11/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
Reckless Truths-Autumn Jones Lake 2/09/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
Before I Let Go-Kennedy Ryan 2/17/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE.
Elle Gray-Night at the Asylum 3/24/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with white stars on the cover (show cover).
A Seaside Wonder-Melissa Tagg 3/28/23


Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii.
Someone Else’s Life-Lyn Liao Butler 3/01/23

[JoAnne]

Welcome Frankie!

[Emeli]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

00/20 Completed

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

[Melissa A]

FINISHED! Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Cocktails: 20/20
Prompts : 60/60

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
X 🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover
The Wedding Crasher Mia Sosa 03/03/23

X🍹 OR where a grapefruit is eaten
Friday the Rabbi Slept Late (Rabbie Small Mystery 1) Harry Kemelman (p. 77 “. . . he finished his grapefruit . . .”) 02/11/23

X 🍹 OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
The Marriage Portrait Maggie O'Farrell 02/14/23

Pama Martini
X 🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini
Someday, Maybe Onyi Nwabineli (Quentin drinks martinis and tries to get Eve to like them) 02/11/23

X 🍹 OR published after 2006 (tell us when)
Kobe Bryant: The Mamba Mentality Of One Of The Great Basketball Player Ever Robert Jones (2020) 02/06/23

X 🍹 OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
The Blue Castle L.M. Montgomery (Cissy Gay is very sweet and honest) 03/12/23

Patrón Pomegranate
X 🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title
Blue Thirst: Tales of Life Abroad Lawrence Durrell (Hoopla ebook) 02/28/23

X 🍹 OR with a cookout or picnic in the story
“ . . It was perfect weather for a barbecue, Damian had his grill fired up . . .” - Claret and Present Danger (A Literary Pub Mystery 4) Sarah Fox 02/17/23

X🍹 OR where a cocktail is mixed.
Dim Sum of All Fears (Noodle Shop Mystery 2) Vivien Chien (Shanghai Shimmer p. 236) 02/09/23

Pomegranate Margarita
X 🍹 4. Read a book with an older character
The Malt in Our Stars (A Literary Pub Mystery 3) Sarah Fox (Sadie’s Aunt) 02/05/23

X🍹 OR where some passion occurs
Last Scene Alive (Aurora Teagarden 7) Charlaine Harris (Aurora and Robin have a passionate moment on the carpet) 02/06/23

X🍹 OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
The Long Quiche Goodbye (A Cheeseshop Mystery 1) Avery Aames (Kobo) 03/02/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
X 🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed
Thank You for Listening Julia Whelan (Swanie and her BFF drink Cristal supplied by the hotel) 02/23/23

X 🍹 OR with a New Year's party in the story
A Lot Like Christmas (Blue Moon Bat 2) Jennifer Snow (p. 249) 03/19/23

X🍹 OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone Benjamin Stevenson (rights sold to HBO before even published) 03/25/23

X Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character
Love, Decoded Jennifer Yen (Great Aunt Rose is described as “elegant” on page 12) 02/21/23

X 🍹 OR where the MC meets a "stranger"
Fever 1793 Laurie Halse Anderson (Mattie and her grandfather are barred from travelling further by strangers) 02/18/23

X 🍹 OR with the word AND in the title.
A Fool and His Honey (Aurora Teagarden 6) Charlaine Harris 02/05/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
X 🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover
Atzi's Flowers: Imagining the story before the Legend of the Poinsettia Carol Lynn Mitchell 03/28/23

X🍹 OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE - New York
Brewed Awakening (Coffeehouse Mystery 18) Cleo Coyle 02/04/23

X 🍹 OR with a twist in the story.
All Good People Here Ashley Flowers (I did not see THAT ending coming) 02/04/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
X🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed
How to Sell a Haunted House Grady Hendrix 03/17/23

X 🍹 OR a book you find interesting
What Is the Story of Looney Tunes? Steve Korté 03/06/23

X🍹 OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
See You Yesterday Rachel Lynn Solomon (Miles and Bennett are tired of reliving September 21st) 02/13/23

Pama Ginger-tini
X 🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy
Family of Liars (We Were Liars #0) E. Lockhart(Carrie is pretty sweet, especially to her youngest sister) 02/18/23

X 🍹 OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER
Jar of Hearts Jennifer Hillier (Georgina Shaw) 02/12/23

X🍹 OR by a favorite author.
Fleece, Navi, Dead: Book #16 in the Kiki Lowenstein Mystery Series (Kiki Lowenstein 16) Joanna Campbell Slan 03/29/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
X🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover)
Out of the Clear Blue Sky Kristan Higgins 02/01/23 (show cover)

X🍹 OR where a character works with herbs
Catherine, Called Birdy Karen Cushman (Birdy uses herbs to make medicines for her community) 02/06/23

X🍹 OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun (Finlay Donovan 3) Elle Cosimano 02/24/23

Belmont Jewel
X 🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky
Loretta Lynn: Coal Miner's Daughter Loretta Lynn 03/21/23

X🍹 OR where a small party is held
Gravity Is the Thing Jaclyn Moriarty (there is a birthday celebration for Abi) 02/19/23

X 🍹 OR where someone attends a horse race.
Whiskey in a Teacup: What Growing Up in the South Taught Me About Life, Love, and Baking Biscuits Reese Witherspoon 02/05/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
X 🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer
The First to Die at the End(Death-Cast 0) Adam Silvera 02/22/23

X 🍹 OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed
Maame Jessica George
p. 74 “. . . ‘They’re doing two for one on frozen drinks . . .’ our drinks arrive . . .” 03/08/23

X🍹 OR where a character needs to cool down.
Twice in a Lifetime Melissa Baron (Isla needs to “cool down” as her mental health issues led to emotional outbursts) 02/20/23
The Golden Couple Greer Hendricks (Matthew gets pretty heated after Marissa’s confession) 03/18/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
X🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas
One Day I Shall Astonish the World Nina Stibbe 02/05/23
Baseball Bats for Christmas Michael Arvaarluk Kusugak (1990) 03/21/23

X🍹 OR where punch is served
Love Radio Ebony LaDelle (spiked punch is served at a college party) 02/14/23

X 🍹 OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
The Ghost and Mrs. McClure (Haunted Bookshop Mystery 1) Alice Kimberly 03/20/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
X 🍹 14. Read a book set in winter
A Very Merry Bromance (A Bromance Bookclub 5) Lyssa Kay Adams 03/08/23

X 🍹 OR with a 3 in the page count (share page #)
The Hawthorne Legacy (The Inheritance Games 2) Jennifer Lynn Barnes (380 pages) 02/14/23

X 🍹 OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
Honey Roasted (Coffeehouse Mystery 19) Cleo Coyle 02/05/23

X Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover)
Xmas Marks the Spot (Merry Summerfield Cozy Mystery 2) Kris Pearson 03/13/23

X 🍹 OR where a character enjoys a mimosa
The Return Rachel Harrison (@38% the group of friends order and drink mimosas) 04/03/23

X🍹 OR whose title begins with P.
Plaid and Plagiarism (Highland Bookshop Mystery 1) Molly MacRae (Libby ebook) 03/02/23
People Person Candice Carty-Williams 03/16/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover)
**Murder at the Academy Awards: A Red Carpet Murder Mystery Joan Rivers 05/29/23

X 🍹 OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
Through the Liquor Glass (A Literary Pub Mystery 4) Sarah Fox (Sadie has dinner with her lovely Aunt Gilda and mother) 03/01/23

X 🍹 OR an aperitif is consumed.
Triangle at Rhodes: a Hercule Poirot Short Story(Hercule Poirot SS 34) Agatha Christie 02/06/23

Blushing Rose
X🍹 17. Read a Romance
Autoboyography Christina Lauren 02/02/23

X🍹 OR a book set around Valentine's Day
The Do-Over Lynn Painter (character reliving Valentine’s Day) 03/15/23

X🍹 OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
The Final Gambit (The Inheritance Games 3) Jennifer Lynn Barnes 03/01/23

For the Record
X 🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed
An Ale of Two Cities (Literary Pub Mystery 2) Sarah Fox (p. 231) 02/04/23

X 🍹 OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead Emily R. Austin 02/10/23

X🍹 OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
*(p. 340 “. . . I never thought you were responsible for Abby’s death, in any way, for the record . . .”) The Hunting Wives May Cobb 02/14/23

American Dream
X 🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character
Wonton Terror (Noodle Shop Mystery 4) Vivien Chien (Ruby makes jewelry) 03/01/23

X 🍹 OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated
Manic in Christmas River (Christmas River 6) Meg Muldoon (set over 4th of July holiday) 02/10/23

🍹 OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Romantic Comedy Curtis Sittenfeld 04/18/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii
Baffled at the Beach (Mail Spencer Honolulu Tour Guide 2) Kay Hadashi 05/15/23

X 🍹 OR where you have a sweet or bitter character
Murder in the South of France(Maggie Newbery Mystery 1) Susan Kiernan-Lewis (Laurent is very sweet) 02/25/23

X 🍹 OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law Mary Roach 02/17/23

[Sally906]

COMPLETED

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady ✔️
1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir - 02/02/23
(Project hAil MAry)

Pama Martini ✔️
2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when)
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley - 02/02/23
(First published 2009)

Patrón Pomegranate✔️
3. Read a book with a cookout or picnic in the story
Five Go Off in a Caravan by Enid Blyton - 05/02/23
(Picnics every day)

Pomegranate Margarita ✔️
4. Read a book with an older character
Out of Options by Dianne Ascroft- 23/02/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch✔️
5. Read a book where champagne is consumed
Suddenly Enthroned by C.R. Riley- 10/02/23
(“…We washed it down with a bubbly glass of champagne that she insisted we try to do while interlocking our arms…”)

Saints and Strangers✔️
6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger"
Peninsula Promises by Heather Reyburn - 07/02/23
(Strange man comes to front door while her husband is away)

Pomegranate Poinsettia✔️
7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE
Dating Dracula by Kinsley Adams - 08/03/23
(Set in New Orleans)

Spiced Pomegranate Martini✔️
8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed
Your Guide to Not Getting Murdered in a Quaint English Village by Maureen Johnson - 05/02/23

Pama Ginger-tini✔️
9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER
The Year of the Fox by Merren Tait - 04/02/23
(MC is Nancy)

Pomegranate Gin Fizz✔️
10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name
Dead Wrong by Leighann Dobbs - 17/05/23
(leIGhaNn)

Belmont Jewel✔️
11. Read a book where a small party is held
Death by Leprechaun: A Saint Patrick’s Day Murder in Dublin by Jennifer S. Alderson - 12/02/23
Small private party held for tour group

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé✔️
12. Read a book set in the summer
Five on Kirrin Island Again by Enid Blyton - 09/02/23

Mrs. Claus' Wild-side Punch✔️
13. Read a book set around Christmas
Mrs. Jeffries and the Silent Knight by Emily Brightwell - 06/03/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria✔️
14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#)
Monster in the Mirror by Kristen Painter - 09/02/23
(317 pages)

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa✔️
15. Read a book whose title begins with P
Plaid to the Bone by Caroline Lee - 04/04/23

Red Carpet✔️
16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
A Woman's Work by Victoria Purman - 15/03/23
Ivy has a lovely dinner with David

Blushing Rose✔️
17. Read a Romance
Up on Horseshoe Hill by Penelope Janu - 02/03/23

For the Record✔️
18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Gypsy Hunted by Andrea Drew- 13/02/23

American Dream✔️
19. Read a book with a crafty character
The Memory Quilt by Lenora Worth - 31/03/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail✔️
20. Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character
Deadly Donuts by Jessica Beck - 15/02/23
(Murder victim’s sister is very bitter)

[.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•]

Pomegranate, Anyone?

Completed 20/20

✔️Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover
Until Ashlyn by Aurora Rose Reynolds - 07/02/2023

✔️Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini
Flirt With Me by Kristen Proby - 04/02/2023

✔️Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title
The Good, the Bad, and the Undead by Kim Harrison - 03/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs
You Belong With Me by Kristen Proby - 03/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed
Dream With Me by Kristen Proby - 02/02/2023

✔️Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger"
In Her Highlander's Bed by Lynsay Sands - 16/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE (Ohio)
Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison - 02/02/2023

✔️Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed
X-Ops Exposed by Paige Tyler - 06/02/2023

✔️Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER (Izzy)
Escape With Me by Kristen Proby - 04/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Knocking on Helen's Door by Eve Langlais - 10/02/2023

✔️Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held
Mal's First Birthday by Starla Night - 11/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Dragon VIP: Malachite by Starla Night - 11/02/2023

✔️Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas
Wonder With Me by Kristen Proby - 01/02/2023

✔️Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book where a character drinks a warm drink.
Take A Chance With Me by Kristen Proby - 05/02/2023

✔️Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Pyro's Wedding Day by Starla Night - 12/02/2023

✔️Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
The Jaguar Star by Bianca D'Arc - 19/02/2023

✔️Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance
Finally Found You by Carrie Ann Ryan - 06/02/2023

✔️For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Until May by Aurora Rose Reynolds - 10/02/2023

✔️American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character
Dragon VIP: Pyrochlore by Starla Night - 12/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book with toes on the cover (show cover).
The Hardest Fall by Ella Maise - 09/02/2023


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Challenge Rules

*All genres and formats are fine.
*Re-reads are allowed.
*No page minimum.

[Anne]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - May 9, 2023

COMPLETED!

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley 5/9/2023

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when).
Murder with a Cherry on Top by Cynthia Baxter 3/16/2023
Published 2015

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book where a cocktail is mixed.
An Ale of Two Cities by Sarah Fox 3/6/2023
Sadie makes a lot of cocktails in her bar.

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character.
Thicker Than Water by Ralph McInerny 2/15/2023
All the characters are over middle aged. Part of the plot involves a seniors activity center.

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
The Dark Hour by K J Young 3/20/2023
The Redivane society consumes massive amounts of champagne.

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger".
The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary 2/21/2023
There's the stalker ride share and Kevin the trucker.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a twist in the story.
The It Girl by Ruth Ware 2/26/2023

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed.
Aged for Murder by Fiona Grace 2/20/2023

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER.
All Her Little Secrets by Wanda M Morris 2/5/2023
Ellice


Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover).
The Perfect Neighbors by Sarah Pekkanen 3/12/2023


Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held.
An Old Money Murder In Mayfair by Sara Rosett 2/12/2023
House party with a staged murder and theatre troupe detectives.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé.
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
New Corpse In Town by Lucy Quinn 4/28/2023
Cookie and Rain both seem to have hormonal issues.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
Twisted Tea Christmas by Laura Child 2/10/2023

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#).
Fourth Down by Heidi McLaughlin 2/8/2023
336 pages

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover).
The Killing Game by Kate Bold 5/1/2023


Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
A Vintage Murder by Michele Scott 3/8/2023
Derek and Nikki have a nice dinner out.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
Nina's Dilemma by Zena Wynn 3/9/2023

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE.
Behind You by Rylie Dark 4/13/2023

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character.
Last Wool and Testament by Molly MacRae 4/18/2023
Ivy was a wonder with textiles.

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book with toes on the cover (show cover).
The Crime That Binds by Laurie Cass 4/25/2023
Eddie's cat toes!

[Tari]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
20/20

Blushing Lady

🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
Patti Benning 2/2/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
Sherbet and Shenanigans Sue Hollowell 2/1/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
Biscotti and Betrayal Sue Hollowell 2/4/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Vera-Cold Drip Heather Day Gilbert 2/4/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Wined and Died in New Orleans Ellen Byron 2/7/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
Cookies and Haunted Screams Ava Zuma 2/5/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
The Case of the Missing Millions Daisy Landish 2/8/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
Annabelle was tired of dealing with California clients and never getting time off, so she went on sabbatical to help her Grams in Ireland Irish Castle Murder Penny Brooke 2/6/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Mousse and Mayhem Sue Hollowell 2/8/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
The Case of the Deadly Truffles Daisy Landish 2/6/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
Party to honor employers of veterans-Much Ado About Muffin Virginia K. Bennett 2/9/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé.
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
Afraid Knot Wendy Neugent 2/10/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
Christmas party-Homicide and Hot Cocoa Justine Maxwell 2/16/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
The Worn-Out Witness Mel Morgan 2/9/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
Pressing Matters Kathryn Mykel 2/15/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Primer and Punishment Diane Kelly 2/21/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
Diamond in the Buff Shannon VanBergen 2/11/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
p 46 “For the record, I don’t think profiting off Tanya’s death is okay.” Lurking in Louisiana Patti Benning 2/12/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Quilting Calamity Kathryn Mykel 2/14/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Bitter-Dastardly Deeds & Possible Parricide Ana Bisset 2/12/23

[Olivermagnus]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

20 of 20 Complete

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

🍹 Blushing Lady
1. Read a book with a pink cover.
Mary Poppins - P.L. Travers - 8/16/23


🍹 Pama Martini
2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when).
The Lost Key - Catherine Coulter - 4/6/23 - orig pub Sep 30, 2014

🍹 Patrón Pomegranate
3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
The Angels' Share - J.R. Ward - 8/29/23

🍹 Pomegranate Margarita
4. Read a book with an older character.
The Thursday Murder Club - Richard Osman - 5/18/23

🍹 Pomegranate Champagne Punch
5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Gone with the Wind - Margaret Mitchell - 6/2/23

🍹 Saints and Strangers
6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
Fives and Twenty-Fives - Michael Pitre - 2/16/23

🍹 Pomegranate Poinsettia
7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
Rancher's Wild Secret - Maisey Yates - 2/20/23 - set in Oregon

🍹 Spiced Pomegranate Martini
8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed.
Assaulted Caramel - Amanda Flower - 2/27/23

🍹 Pama Ginger-tini
9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER.
The Scorpion's Tail - Douglas Preston - 3/4/23 - MC is Nora

🍹 Pomegranate Gin Fizz
10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
All Dressed in White - Mary Higgins Clark - 5/22/23 - higGINs

🍹 Belmont Jewel
11. Read a book set in Kentucky.
The Bourbon Kings - J.R. Ward - 3/24/23

🍹 Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
12. Read a book where a frozen drink is enjoyed.
Beach Read - Emily Henry - 8/16/23 - page 140 - Nora and Charlie order a frozen blue drink with a pink umbrella

🍹 Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
13. Read a book whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
The Inspector and Mrs. Jeffries - Emily Brightwell - 8/23/23

🍹 Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#).
Paradise Valley - C.J. Box - 3/11/23 -352 pages

🍹 Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Pretty Girls - Karin Slaughter - 2/10/23

🍹 Red Carpet
16. Read a book where an aperitif is consumed.
In the Land of the Long White Cloud - Sarah Lark - 4/13/23 - page 462

🍹 Blushing Rose
17. Read a Romance.
On the Island - Tracey Garvis Graves - 2/15/23

🍹 For the Record
18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE>.
Danger on the Atlantic - Erica Ruth Neubauer - 2/22/23 - ERN

🍹 American Dream
19. Read a book where the Fourth of July is celebrated.
Sulfur Springs - William Kent Krueger - 6/24/23 - page 6

🍹 Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
20. Read a book set in Hawaii.
Unleashed - Cherrie Lynn - 3/24/23

[Catsalive]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
20/20

🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover
The Summer House by the Sea by Jenny Oliver 6/2 2.5★


🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 AND that can be described as uncomplicated. - 2012
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas 7/2 2★

🍹 3. Read a book where a cocktail is mixed - Sex on the Beach
The Curious Charms Of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick 23/2 4★

🍹 4. Read a book with an older character
The Bullet That Missed by Richard Osman 4/2 5★

🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed as champagne bubbled against her throat p.75
The Unknown Wife by Mary Brendan 2/2 2★

🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
On the Straight and Narrow by Faith Martin 2/2 4★

🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE - New York
Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb 6/2 4★

🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting
Being Dead by Jim Crace 12/2 3★

🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER - Raquel
The Last Wish of Sasha Cade by Cheyanne Young 1/2 2★

🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day
Secrets and Seashells at Rainbow Bay by Ali McNamara


🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held - birthday potluck
Virgin River by Robyn Carr 8/2 3★

🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Fanged & Fabulous by Michelle Rowen 18/2 1.5★

🍹 13. Read a book where punch is served - the Hogmanay het pint
The Cursed Towers by Kate Forsyth 22/2 4★

🍹 14. Read a book set in winter AND with a 3 in the page count - 385
Innocent in Death by J.D. Robb 9/2 3.5★

🍹 15. Read a bookwhose title begins with P.
The Pool of Two Moons by Kate Forsyth 21/2 4★

🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Fallout by Paul Thomas 10/2 4★

🍹 17. Read a Romance
Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout 11/2 2★

🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Murder on a Girls' Night Out by Anne George 8/2 3★
OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character - Ellie
The Shape of Us by Lisa Ireland 13/2 4★

🍹 20. Read a book where you have a bitter character
Christine Falls by Benjamin Black 12/2 3.5★

[Bobbi]

Completed!

Start: February 1, 2023
End: January 31, 2024
Cocktails Enjoyed: 20/20

✔Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title. Oops I Ate a Vengeance Demon - Lauretta Hignett 🍷🍷🍷🍷 4/23/23

✔Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when). The Night Shift - Alex Finlay (2022) 🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/12/23

✔Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title. I, Robot - Isaac Asimov 🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/3/23

✔Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs. Changeless - Gail Carriger 🍷🍷 2/16/23

✔Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (was a bestseller). Samurai Game - Christine Feehan 🍷🍷🍷🍷 3/18/23

✔Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger". The Eyre Affair - Jasper Fforde 🍷🍷🍷 2/7/23

✔Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a twist in the story. The Getaway - Lamar Giles 🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/4/23

✔Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting. The Whispering Dead - Darcy Coates 🍷🍷🍷 2/20/23

✔Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book by a favorite author. Dark of Night - Flesh and Fire - Jonathan Maberry 🍷🍷🍷 3/9/23

✔Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name. The Fear - Charlie Higson 🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/21/23

✔Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held. Kill Hill Carnage - Tim Meyer 🍷🍷🍷 3/8/23

✔Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down. Ghost 19 - Simone St. James 🍷🍷🍷🍷 3/24/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas. The Titan's Curse - Rick Riordan 🍷🍷🍷🍷 10/16/23

✔Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count. (375 pgs.) The Island - Adrian McKinty 🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/25/23

✔Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P. Pretty Little Liars - Sara Shepard 🍷 3/1/23

✔Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed. Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six - Lisa Unger 🍷🍷🍷 5/5/23

✔Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance. Magic Slays - Ilona Andrews 🍷🍷🍷🍷 5/13/23

✔For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE. Final Destination #1: Dead Reckoning - Natasha Rhodes 🍷🍷🍷 4/13/23

✔American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character. Sleeping Dogs Lie - Samantha Downing 🍷🍷🍷🍷 2/25/23

✔Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character. I'm Glad My Mom Died - Jennette McCurdy 🍷🍷🍷🍷🍷 4/2/23

[Grace]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title- Swamp Thing: Twin Branches-Maggie Stiefvater 5/3

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when)- Trapping Her-Aurora Rose Reynolds 5/17 (2019)

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title- She-Hulk, Vol. 1: Jen, Again-Rainbow Rowell 3/18

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character- The Mystery of the Lake Monster-Gertrude Chandler Warner 2/19

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).- Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma, Vol. 33-Yuto Tsukuda 2/2

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger"- The Age of Magic-Ben Okri 2/12

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE- The Baby Shift: North Carolina-Becca Fanning 5/5

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting- Astonishing the Gods-Ben Okri 2/24

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book by a favorite author- Until May-Aurora Rose Reynolds 3/15

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name- The Baby Shift: Wyoming-Becca Fanning 5/16

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held- Until Talon-Aurora Rose Reynolds 3/8,

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down- The Walking Dead, Vol. 17: Something to Fear-Robert Kirkman 3/9

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas- Grimm Fairy Tales 2018 Holiday Special (Grimm Fairy Tales-Dave Franchini 2/18

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter- Nowhere-Jon Robinson 2/14

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P- The Promised Neverland, Vol. 15-Kaiu Shirai 4/6

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion- Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma, Vol. 36-Yuto Tsukuda 2/9

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance- Until Rayne-Elle Christensen 3/22

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE- World Trigger, Vol. 22-Daisuke Ashihara 2/24

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character- Infatuation-Aurora Rose Reynolds 3/8

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character- Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma, Vol. 35-Yuto Tsukuda 2/7

[Kimberly]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover.
- Sajni Patel - 4/13/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006.
published: 2012 - 50% Off Murder - Josie Belle - 8/7/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
Motorhomes, Maps, & Murder - Tonya Kappes - 5/30/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs.
Act Your Age, Eve Brown - Talia Hibbert - 5/23/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
pg. 202 - You Had Me at Hola - Alexis Daria - 9/14/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
The Ogress and the Orphans - Kelly Barnhill - 3/28/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
Oregon - Double Shot Death - Emmeline Duncan - 4/30/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed.
Mixed Signals - B.K. Borison - 4/25/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book by a favorite author.
Dying for Devil's Food - Jenn McKinlay - 3/3/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day.
- Steven Rowley - 6/25/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky.
Deserts, Driving, & Derelicts - Tonya Kappes - 2/27/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer.
Love & Gelato - Jenna Evans Welch - 1/10/24

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
Christmas, Criminals, and Campers - Tonya Kappes - 4/27/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count.
304 pgs - The Charmed List - Julie Abe - 5/15/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Petals and Poison - Jess Dylan - 3/9/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
Clementine & Iwan The Seven Year Slip - Ashley Poston - 12/7/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
Set on You - Amy Lea - 2/24/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
GR - Gretchen Rue - Steeped to Death - 8/12/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character.
Knitting - Murder at a Scottish Castle - Traci Hall - 1/16/24

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet character.
Thimble - Legends & Lattes - Travis Baldree - 9/2/23

[Pinar]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title:
Lady Windermere'in Yelpazesi (Lady Windermere's Fan) by Oscar Wilde 3/5/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when):
Kar Körlüğü (Snow Blind) by Ragnar Jónasson published in 2010 2/11/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with a cookout or picnic in the story:
Craving (Steel Brothers Saga, #1) by Helen Hardt 5/4/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character:
Gül Mevsimidir (Turkish literature) by Füruzan 3/12/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed:
Dolandırıcı Felix Krull'un İtirafları (Confessions of Felix Krull) by Thomas Mann 5/16/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger":
Taştan ve Kemikten (De pierre et d'os) by Bérengère Cournut 2/18/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a twist in the story:
Çukur (The Hole) by Hiroko Oyamada 3/10/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting:
Görme Biçimleri by John Berger 1/29/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER:
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens 3/3/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where a character works with herbs:
Ateşin Çağrısı – Kısım 2 (The Fiery Cross - Part 2) by Diana Gabaldon 3/11/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held:
Üç Aynalı Kırk Oda (Turkish literature) by Murathan Mungan 4/20/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down:
Bay Less (Less) by Andrew Sean Greer 3/18/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas:
Skipping Christmas by John Grisham 12/21/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter:
Vahşetin Çağrısı (The Call of the Wild) by Jack London 2/18/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P:
Porselen Bir Mevzu (Turkish literature) by Gökçe Bilgin 3/25/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion:
Altın Gözlü Kız (The Girl with the Golden Eyes) by Honoré de Balzac 5/7/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance:
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab 4/5/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE:
Aile Sözlüğü (Family Lexicon) by Natalia Ginzburg 4/15/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character:
Muhteşem Maurice ve Değişmiş Fareleri (The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents) by Terry Pratchett 4/22/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character:
Cevizin Şarkısı (Turkish literature) by Aslı Tohumcu 2/13/23

[JoAnne]

Welcome Emeli, Melissa, Sally, Christine, Anne, Tari, Lynda, Catsalive, Bobbi, Grace, Kimberly, and Pinar!

[Genevieve]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 0/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover.
by Debbie Macomber 11/19/2023

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when) First published August 2, 2015
January by Audrey Carlan 2/3/2023

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
Can't Judge a Book By Its Murder by Amy Lillard 2/24/2023

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character. (Nanny)
Murder at Chateau Sur Mer by Alyssa Maxwell 3/25/2023

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Without a Brew by Ellie Alexander 3/20/2023

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
The Secret, Book & Scone Society by Ellery Adams 1/19/2024

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE. New York
Slice of Murder by Rosie A. Point 2/8/2023

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed.
Tapped Out by Natalie M. Roberts 2/13/2023

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book by a favorite author.
Beyond a Reasonable Stout by Ellie Alexander 2/13/2023

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Blueprint for Love by Henriette Gyland 3/26/2023

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky
Deserts, Driving, & Derelicts by Tonya Kappes 3/11/2023

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
On Davis Row by N.R. Walker 1/30/2024

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
Olive the Other Reindeer by Bruce Kilby 2/27/2023

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter.
An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving by Louisa May Alcott 2/24/2023

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Peter Rabbit: Hello Peter! by Beatrix Potter 3/28/2023

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion. (Ranger and Stephanie)
Tricky Twenty-Two by Janet Evanovich 4/10/2023

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
Blueprint for Love by Henriette Gyland 3/26/2023

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where the author's initials are found in GRENADINE.
Hold on for Beer Life by Ellie Alexander 1/13/2024

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character.
Crimped to Death by Tonya Kappes 10/1/2023

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet character.
Angel by Ella Frank 1/2/2024

[JoAnne]

Welcome Genevieve!

[Barb]

POMEGRANATE, ANYONE?, 2/1/23 – 1/31/24
20/20 COMPLETE

1. BLUSHING LADY
Read a book with a pink cover
A Lady’s Guide to Gossip and Murder (Countess of Harleigh #2), by Dianne Freeman, finished 3/4 ★★★.5


2. PAMA MARTINI
Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when)
publ 2017 : Cruel Candy (Cozy Corgi #1), by Mildred Abbott, finished 2/6 ★★★.5

3. PATRÓN POMEGRANATE
Read a book with punctuation in the title
Dead-End Detective (Piper & Porter #1), by Amanda Flower, finished 2/19 ★★★.5

4. Read a book with an older character
Aunt Ivy : Murder with Orange Pekoe Tea (Daisy’s Tea Garden #7), by Karen Rose Smith, finished 2/2 ★★★.5

5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation)
over 104,000 ratings : Firekeeper’s Daughter, by Angeline Boulley, finished 2/3 ★★★★

6. SAINTS AND STRANGERS
Read a book with the word AND in the title
The Sound AND the Furry (Chet & Bernie #6), by Spencer Quinn, finished 2/22 ★★★★

7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE
New York City : Nemesis (FBI #19), by Catherine Coulter, finished 2/4 ★★★★

8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed
In a GILDED Cage (Molly Murphy #8), by Rhys Bowen, finished 2/8 ★★★★

9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER
Ian : Edinburgh Midnight (Ian Hamilton #3), by Carole Lawrence, finished 2/11 ★★★★

10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name
author [author Carol Leonnig|14045704] – Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service, finished 2/7 ★★★.5

11. Read a book where a small party is held
A Toast to Murder (Mack’s Bar #5), by Allyson K. Abbott, finished 3/13 ★★★★

12. Read a book set in the summer
Bruno, Chief of Police (Bruno, Chief of Police #1), by Martin Walker, finished 2/23 ★★★.5

13. Read a book set around Christmas
Fall of Angels (Inspector Redfyre #1), by Barbara Cleverly, finished 3/15 ★★★.5

14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#)
352 pages : Forever Fudge (Candy Coated #6), by Nancy Coco, finished 2/9 ★★★.5

15. PINE-INFUSED CHRISTMAS MIMOSA
Read a book whose title begins with P
Prose and Cons (Magical Bookshop #2), by Amanda Flower, finished 3/13 ★★★★

16. RED CARPET
Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
Bound for Murder (Blue Ridge Library #4), by Victoria Gilbert, finished 2/5 ★★★.5

17. BLUSHING ROSE
Read a book with a rose on the cover (show cover)
The Optimist’s Guide to Letting Go, by Amy E. Reichert, finished 2/10 ★★★★


18. FOR THE RECORD
Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
author Deanna Raybourn – A Dangerous Collaboration (Veronica Speedwell #4), finished 2/14 ★★★★

19. AMERICAN DREAM
Read a book with a crafty character
Betsy and more : A Murderous Yarn (Needlecraft #5), by Monica Ferris, finished 2/19 ★★★.5

20. POMEGRANATE HULA BREEZE COCKTAIL
Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character Mr. Everett is sweet : A Questionable Character (Booktown #17), by Lorna Barrett, finished 3/19 ★★★.5


***** CHALLENGE COMPLETE 3/19/23 *****

[JoAnne]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Completed
20/20 tasks - DONE!

Blushing Lady
A stunning and simple cocktail, the blushing lady is filled with soft fruit flavors. The signature flavor comes from Pama, the most popular pomegranate-flavored liqueur on the market. It's lush, sweet, and has a wonderful taste that pairs perfectly with the pink grapefruit and vodka in this pretty pink drink.
🍹 1. Read a book
with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
A Punishing Game(Prequel): Two broken hearts, one chance at redemption by Gracie-Mae Harding 2/18/23 3stars

Pama Martini
Uncomplicated, the Pama martini shakes up in minutes with just three common ingredients: Pama, your favorite vodka, and an orange liqueur. As always, premium spirits are recommended to create the fruity martini of your dreams.
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini
Love All- A Steamy Sports Romance by Liza Malloy 2/1/23 4stars (Nate's father and other guests at his college graduation party)

Patrón Pomegranate
Sweet and refreshing the Patrón pomegranate is an incredibly simple recipe. It has a margarita base, complete with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, and pours on the pomegranate juice. It mixes up quickly and is perfect for a cookout or picnic.
🍹 3. Read a book with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
Carmel Conundrum (A Liz Adams Mystery #2) by Stacy Wilder 2/3/23 4stars (Brad grills and they sometimes eat poolside; Brad makes her a coral-colored drink in a martini glass)

Pomegranate Margarita
This is no one-dimensional pomegranate margarita. It pairs the sweet, juicy arils (the fruit's seeds) with passion fruit juice. Using reposado tequila gives it a lovely oak background and there's no need to pull out the blender. Just grab your cocktail shaker and mix it up!
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs
Cupid Strikes... 3 Times: A Valentine's Day Reverse Harem Romance by Ajme Williams 2/5/23 4stars (Maya and her boys)

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
Always a crowd favorite, the pomegranate Champagne punch is a lot of fun to mix up for a party. Its layers of flavor include pomegranate, cranberry, citrus vodka, and sparkling wine. While the cinnamon syrup gives it a holiday-worthy nuance, you can easily switch that out for other seasonal parties.
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed
Death by Baguette: A Valentine's Day Murder in Paris (Travel Can Be Murder, #2) by Jennifer S. Alderson 2/11/23 4stars (offered to guests on the cruise along the River Seine when in Paris)

Saints and Strangers
"This cocktail is crisp and elegant, with deep, earthy notes and a ruby color," recipe creator cheesemite says of this pomegranate drink with vodka, vermouth, balsamic glaze, and pink peppercorns.
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger"
Bayou Baby (Butterfly Bayou #2) by Lexi Blake 2/7/23 4stars (Celeste - elegant; Sera and Harry meet)

Pomegranate Poinsettia
The poinsettia has long been a favorite Champagne cocktail for the holidays. This pomegranate poinsettia recipe gives it a fruity new twist. Rather than cranberry, you'll use orange juice, which pairs flawlessly with pomegranate.
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
Wined and Died in New Orleans (Vintage Cookbook Mystery, #2) by Ellen Byron 2/12/23 4stars (N O - New Orleans; whodunnit)

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
The spiced pomegranate martini is a very interesting recipe that doubles up on the pomegranate and adds a unique complementary flavor. The cardamom-infused simple syrup is easy to make at home and transforms the drink into a fascinating experience. It's a really nice option when you get tired of the usual fruit martinis.
🍹 8. Read a book where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt 2/28/23 4stars (Cameron of not being able to hold down a job, have money, mooch off friends and family when he has nowhere to live)

Pama Ginger-tini
It's a little sweet, a little sour and has just a hint of spice. The Pama ginger-tini can easily become a new favorite on your personal martini menu. The recipe uses Pama, vodka, and grapefruit along with the sweet spice of ginger syrup to create an explosion of flavor in a cocktail glass.
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Skunk Man Swamp (Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator #10) by P.D. Workman 2/21/23 4stars (R- Reg; on ARC team for author)

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
Bright, refreshing, and a fun take on a classic cocktail, the pomegranate gin fizz is perfect for warm days. It brings the fruit into the world of the gin fizz and gives it a herbal spin with lavender simple syrup. For more of a classic style, try it with the egg white, which gives it a luscious foam.
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Margaritas, Mayhem & Murder (An Andi Anna Jones Mystery Book 1) by Mary Cunningham 3/3/23 4stars (beach scene and gin in Cunningham)

Belmont Jewel
Whiskey is a fantastic complement to the sweet taste of pomegranate. The Belmont jewel is, essentially, a whiskey-pomegranate lemonade and it's as delicious as it sounds. Served tall on the rocks, the recipe can easily be adapted to fill a pitcher for a small party.
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held
Tuesday Trash and Trouble (Friday Night Mystery Club #3) by
Joanna Campbell Slan 2/26/23 4stars (birthday party for Sharma in the club where she works)

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
On a hot summer day, few drinks will cool you down like the pomegranate-grapefruit frosé. The recipe offers a wonderful trio of flavors—pomegranate vodka, rosé wine, and grapefruit juice—to create a fruity slushie you'll thoroughly enjoy. There are a variety of ways you can enhance it and make your own custom frosé, too.
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Change of Heart (Sisters & Friends, #1) by Rachel J. Good 2/24/23 4.5stars (Emma when upset with Lydia; Dat when others are going against his wishes re Emma's injuries/recovery)

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
Tequila in a Christmas punch? Absolutely! Mrs. Claus' wildside punch is made of X-Rated Fusion Liqueur and blanco tequila. The liqueur is a bright blend of fruits and it goes nicely with the recipe's pomegranate and cranberry juices. With just four ingredients, your punch will be ready in minutes.
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas
The Peace of the Barn: An Amish Christmas Romance by Arwilda Allshouse 2/5/23 4stars

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
The rich flavor of pomegranate takes on a whole new life when it's warmed up. With the winter warmer mulled sangria, you can share the experience with friends on a chilly day. It uses three pomegranate-flavored ingredients, a bottle of red wine, and fresh cranberries. Jägermeister and mulling spices give it a pleasing spice to round off the flavor.
🍹 14. Read a book where a character drinks a warm drink.
Billionaire's Snowbound Marriage Reunion by Justine Lewis 2/9/23 3.5stars (coffee/tea)

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
The popular mimosa takes well on fruity twists and it's always a prime choice for brunch. In the Christmas mimosa, you'll top pomegranate liqueur and cranberry juice with chilled Champagne. It gets really interesting when you let a sprig of pine infuse its flavor into the cocktail.
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover).
The Heirloom Inn by Olivia Miles 2/16/23 4stars

Red Carpet
A lovely dinner companion, this red carpet cocktail is intriguing. The recipe requires an ultra-smooth vodka, which is paired with Campari. That aperitif's bitter flavor profile is offset by two pomegranate ingredients with a sweetness that makes it very approachable and fantastic with any meal.
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
The Winning Tickets (Sail Away Series Book 7) by Judith Keim 3/12/23 4stars (anyone who eats with Ellie and John on the cruise - Gabby, Jess, etc)


Blushing Rose
You will find romance in a glance when you mix up the lovely blushing geisha. It's a stunning cocktail that mixes pomegranate juice with a brilliant sake-based liqueur and a hint of sweet rose. Aphrodisiacs galore, this is a great choice for Valentine's Day!
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day
One Day: A Valentine Novella by Samantha Young 2/11/23 3stars

For the Record
Grenadine is a pomegranate-flavored syrup, so when you see a variation of that name on a liqueur bottle, you can expect the same flavor. That's what you'll find in the for the record cocktail, where the liqueur's sweetness is paired with citrus vodka and elderflower liqueur. It's the strawberry-lime hard cider that really takes this recipe over the top.
🍹 18. Read a book where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
Kindle location 1523 - "For the record, I had a free hour and book a hair appointment."
Candy, Cigarettes, and Murder (A Chocolate Martini Sisters Mystery #1) by Joyce Proell, Brenda Whiteside 3/19/23 4stars

American Dream
When you're ready to get crafty, turn to the American dream cocktail. Those fun white stars are fondant and they make a big splash at a Fourth of July bash. The drink itself is a combination of Pama, black cherry rum, and pomegranate-cherry juice.
🍹 19. Read a book where the Fourth of July is celebrated
Rendezvous with My Resident: An Age Gap, Office Romance (Forbidden Doctors) by Sofia T Summers 3/7/23 3stars (Cameron hosts a 4th of July picnic for his staff)

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
This drink delivers an unexpected but delightful flavor. While the name implies a tropical taste, the drink has a surprising bite from the ginger liqueur and gin. The pineapple juice and orange bitters sweeten the drink while adding a slight bitterness that complements the gin and keeps you on your toes!
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a bitter character
Maid Without Honor by Sofia T. Summers 2/17/23 4stars (Thad, Sam's ex-boyfriend who wants her back and is very unhappy that she's not interested)

[Barbara ★]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

READ: 20/20

✔ Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
The Laughing Policeman - Elizabeth J. Brown 4/3

✔ Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
Sweet Trouble - Susan Mallery (pub Sep 1, 2008) 2/10

✔ Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
River of Darkness - Rennie Airth 2/20
(I thought we'd have a picnic), p116

✔ Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
The Pearl Savage - Tamara Rose Blodgett (hero & heroine) 2/13

✔ Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
The Ladies of the Secret Circus - Constance Sayers 2/15
(Emile ordered two glasses of champagne), p143

✔ Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
Lies, Damned Lies, and History - Jodi Taylor 2/22

✔ Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
Found in the Lost - Tarina Deaton (Guatemala) 2/21

✔ Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
Shattered at Sea - Cheryl Hollon 2/4

✔ Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Murder at St Margaret - Lynn Morrison (Natalie) 2/15

✔ Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Moon Craving - Lucy Monroe (heroine) 2/18

✔ Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
Music Man - K.L. Montgomery 2/19
(a small celebration for winning a music competition)

✔ Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
Luck and Last Resorts - Sarah Grunder Ruiz 2/7

✔ Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS.
Aunt Dimity and the Heart of Gold - Nancy Atherton 3/7
(a cut-glass bowl brimming with the potent punch Derek concocted), p19

✔ Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time - Mark Haddon 2/26
(MC likes a warm raspberry milkshake)

✔ Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
Partners in Lime - Bree Baker 3/23

✔ Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Saved by a Dragon - Lauren Lively (hero on date with heroine) 2/24

✔ Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
Dark Sentinel - Christine Feehan 2/8

✔ For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text
Buffalo Jump Blues - Keith McCafferty 2/16
(the pot calling the kettle black, for the record), p204

✔ American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Grumpy Cowboy - Elana Johnson 3/29
(heroine owns a chocolate shop and is very craft with her creations)

✔ Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Hokuloa Road - Elizabeth Hand 2/27

CHALLENGE COMPLETE

[Katelyn]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

✅Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
💙Tutoring the Player - Rebecca Jenshak, 5/28/23

✅Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
💙Decker's Dilemma - Chantal Fernando, 4/3/23 -- 2022

✅Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
💙Returning Home - Kelly Elliott, 6/5/23

✅Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
💙Fallen Crest High - Tijan, 2/24/23

✅Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
💙We'll Always Have Summer - Jenny Han, 7/6/23

✅Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
💙Fallen Crest Family - Tijan, 3/5/23

✅Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
💙Beautifully Broken Spirit - Catherine Cowles, 3/11/23 -- Oregon

✅Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
💙Rhett Redeemed - Chantal Fernando, 5/14/23

✅Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
💙Unnecessary Roughness - Rheland Richmond, 4/27/23

✅Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
💙The Last Thing He Needs - J.H. Knight, 4/15/23

✅Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
💙More Than A Game - Bella Matthews, 4/7/23

✅Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
💙What's Left of Me - Kristen Granata, 6/24/23

✅Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
💙Burn - Ginger Scott, 7/30/23

✅Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
💙You, Me, and Our Heartstrings - Melissa See, 2/19/23 (303 pgs)

✅Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
💙Red, White & Royal Blue - Casey McQuiston, 7/29/23

✅Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
💙Wreck - Ginger Scott, 7/30/23

✅Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
💙Got Me Wishing - Casey Cox, 3/7/23

✅For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
💙Twisted Perfection - Abbi Glines, 3/5/23

✅American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
💙It's Not Summer Without You - Jenny Han, 7/5/23

✅Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
💙Timeless - Devney Perry, 4/11/23

[Mandy]

TLC | Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: Feb 1, 2023 - Jan 31, 2024
Progress: 18/20
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Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title. » Candide: oder der Optimismus | Voltaire | 10/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (2021) OR that can be described as uncomplicated. » Fürimmerhaus | Kai Meyer | 4/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed. » WHAM! George & ich: Das perfekte Weihnachtsgeschenk | Andrew Ridgeley | 8/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover). » König Lear | William Shakespeare | 11/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation). » Verity | Colleen Hoover | 2/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title. » Was vom Tage übrig blieb | Kazuo Ishiguro | 11/5/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story. » Eine kurze Geschichte von fast allem | Bill Bryson | 7/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what. » Gabriele Münter: Eine Biografie (insel taschenbuch) | Boris von Brauchitsch | 7/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name. » Die Känguru-Chroniken 1 | Die Känguru-Chroniken | Marc-Uwe Kling | 10/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race. » Alex Stern 1 | Das neunte Haus | Leigh Bardugo | 4/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down. » Wer die Nachtigall stört | Harper Lee | 2/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink. » Grüne Magie: Heilende Kräuter, Pflanzen, Tränke und Öle | Arin Murphy-Hiscock | 1/24 | 317 P

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P. » Die Puppenkönigin: Das Geheimnis eines Sommers | Holly Black | 2/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed. » Stunde der Rache | James Patterson | 7/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover). » Jane Eyre | Charlotte Brontë | 6/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#). » P135 in The Woman in Me | Britney Spears | 11/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover). » Mimik | Sebastian Fitzek | 4/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover). » Alles Liebe | André Dietz | 7/23

[JoAnne]

Welcome Barb, JoAnne, Barbara, Sharon, Katelyn, and Mandy!

[Kimberly]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when).
Grace Where You Are - Published 2020 | Emily Belle Freeman | 1/24/2023

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
One Year to an Organized Life: From Your Closets to Your Finances, the Week-by-Week Guide to Getting Completely Organized for Good | Regina Leeds | 1/7/2023

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs.
The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | 2/5/2023

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

[Zenobia2016]

COMPLETED
Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024


Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
The Kalahari Typing School for Men by Alexander McCall Smith 2/14/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when)
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan B. Peterson (published January 2018) 3/1/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title#Girlboss by Sophia Amoruso 7/6/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character
Angel in Aisle 3: The True Story of a Mysterious Vagrant, a Convicted Bank Executive, and the Unlikely Friendship That Saved Both Their Lives by Kevin West 3/16/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book called a crowd favorite (your interpretation). The Walking Dead, Vol. 18: What Comes After by Robert Kirkman 6/7/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
Blue Shoes and Happiness McCall Smith, Alexander 3/9/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE
Morality for Beautiful Girls by Alexander McCall Smith 2/8/23 (location Gaborone Botswana)

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy 8/2/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER
The Best Defense by Robert Kirkman 2/24/23 (MC first name is Rick)

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover
The Miracle at Speedy Motors by Alexander McCall Smith 4/22/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held
The Full Cupboard of Life by Alexander McCall Smith 2/24/23 (Ends with a small wedding party)

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer
Old Yeller by Fred Gipson 7/28/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas
The Christmas Box by Richard Paul Evans 7/21/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#)
The Heart's Desire by Robert Kirkman (139 pages) 2/8/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Peril at End House by Agatha Christie 7/11/28

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
Cards on the Table by Agatha Christie 9/26/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR
A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks 1/20/24

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
American Gods by Neil Gaiman 11/18/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character Something Upstairs by Avi 6/29/23 (Pardon Willinghast)

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii
The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren 7/20/23

[Chelsea]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
Read: 0/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

[JoAnne]

Welcome Kimberly, Zenobia and Chelsea!

[Moondance]

Pomegranate cocktails are popular, fruity, and utterly delicious. Many of the drink recipes are also a breeze to mix up. You can use fresh pomegranate when the fruit comes into season or take advantage of pomegranate vodkas, liqueurs, and juices and enjoy the fruity flavor all year long. From sweet vodka martinis to cocktails featuring gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, there's a great drink waiting for everyone.

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

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Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady

🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini

🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate

🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita

🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch

🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers

🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia

🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini

🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini

🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz

🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel

🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé

🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch

🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria

🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa

🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet

🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose

🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record

🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream

🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail

🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

[Ferenc]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Goal: 20/20

**Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book where a grapefruit is eaten.
Central Places - Delia Cai - 03/07/23 - "I bite into a forkful of grapefruit, the juice sour and sweet all at once... (Kindle Location 4066)"

**Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when).
One Last Risk - Nancy Stopper - 02/17/23 - Published 2017.

**Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
Quantum and Woody Vol. 4: Quantum and Woody Must Die! (Quantum and Woody - James Asmus - 02/17/23

**Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs.
Legends & Lattes - Travis Baldree - 02/22/23 - Between Viv and Tandri.

**Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
Dead Silence - S.A. Barnes - 02/07/23

**Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
Red Wine and Roses - S.J. McCoy - 04/08/23

**Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
My Sister, the Serial Killer - Oyinkan Braithwaite - 02/26/23 - Nigeria

**Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book a book you find interesting.
The Storm Sister - Lucinda Riley - 04/06/23

**Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book by a favorite author.
Bogar bárd meséi - J.K. Rowling - 02/19/23

**Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
The Mephisto Club - Tess Gerritsen - 03/31/23

**Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky.
Kentucky Straight: Stories - Chris Offutt - 05/26/23

**Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer.
A hullaházi skandalum - Gyula Böszörményi - 04/23/23

**Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
The Santa Suit - Mary Kay Andrews - 03/12/23

**Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#).
Orion by Walt Simonson Book One - Walter Simonson - 02/28/23 - page count 375

**Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
The Perfect Wife - Blake Pierce - 03/16/23

**Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
The Shadow Sister - Lucinda Riley - 05/14/23 - Edward VII and Flora MacNichol

**Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
The Seven Sisters - Lucinda Riley - 03/08/23

**For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE.
Férjhez adjuk a mamát - Gerald Durrell - 02/03/23

**American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character.
The Minor Adjustment Beauty Salon - Alexander McCall Smith - 05/08/23 - J.L.B. Matekoni

**Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a sweet or bitter character.
The Sandman: Act II - Dirk Maggs & Neil Gaiman - 05/04/23 - Death, Dream's little sister.

[Trina]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured. 0/20

Blushing Lady
A stunning and simple cocktail, the blushing lady is filled with soft fruit flavors. The signature flavor comes from Pama, the most popular pomegranate-flavored liqueur on the market. It's lush, sweet, and has a wonderful taste that pairs perfectly with the pink grapefruit and vodka in this pretty pink drink.
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
Uncomplicated, the Pama martini shakes up in minutes with just three common ingredients: Pama, your favorite vodka, and an orange liqueur. As always, premium spirits are recommended to create the fruity martini of your dreams.
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
Sweet and refreshing the Patrón pomegranate is an incredibly simple recipe. It has a margarita base, complete with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, and pours on the pomegranate juice. It mixes up quickly and is perfect for a cookout or picnic.
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita
This is no one-dimensional pomegranate margarita. It pairs the sweet, juicy arils (the fruit's seeds) with passion fruit juice. Using reposado tequila gives it a lovely oak background and there's no need to pull out the blender. Just grab your cocktail shaker and mix it up!
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
Always a crowd favorite, the pomegranate Champagne punch is a lot of fun to mix up for a party. Its layers of flavor include pomegranate, cranberry, citrus vodka, and sparkling wine. While the cinnamon syrup gives it a holiday-worthy nuance, you can easily switch that out for other seasonal parties.
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
"This cocktail is crisp and elegant, with deep, earthy notes and a ruby color," recipe creator cheesemite says of this pomegranate drink with vodka, vermouth, balsamic glaze, and pink peppercorns.
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
The poinsettia has long been a favorite Champagne cocktail for the holidays. This pomegranate poinsettia recipe gives it a fruity new twist. Rather than cranberry, you'll use orange juice, which pairs flawlessly with pomegranate.
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
The spiced pomegranate martini is a very interesting recipe that doubles up on the pomegranate and adds a unique complementary flavor. The cardamom-infused simple syrup is easy to make at home and transforms the drink into a fascinating experience. It's a really nice option when you get tired of the usual fruit martinis.
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
It's a little sweet, a little sour and has just a hint of spice. The Pama ginger-tini can easily become a new favorite on your personal martini menu. The recipe uses Pama, vodka, and grapefruit along with the sweet spice of ginger syrup to create an explosion of flavor in a cocktail glass.
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
Bright, refreshing, and a fun take on a classic cocktail, the pomegranate gin fizz is perfect for warm days. It brings the fruit into the world of the gin fizz and gives it a herbal spin with lavender simple syrup. For more of a classic style, try it with the egg white, which gives it a luscious foam.
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
Whiskey is a fantastic complement to the sweet taste of pomegranate. The Belmont jewel is, essentially, a whiskey-pomegranate lemonade and it's as delicious as it sounds. Served tall on the rocks, the recipe can easily be adapted to fill a pitcher for a small party.
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
On a hot summer day, few drinks will cool you down like the pomegranate-grapefruit frosé. The recipe offers a wonderful trio of flavors—pomegranate vodka, rosé wine, and grapefruit juice—to create a fruity slushie you'll thoroughly enjoy. There are a variety of ways you can enhance it and make your own custom frosé, too.
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
Tequila in a Christmas punch? Absolutely! Mrs. Claus' wildside punch is made of X-Rated Fusion Liqueur and blanco tequila. The liqueur is a bright blend of fruits and it goes nicely with the recipe's pomegranate and cranberry juices. With just four ingredients, your punch will be ready in minutes.
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
The rich flavor of pomegranate takes on a whole new life when it's warmed up. With the winter warmer mulled sangria, you can share the experience with friends on a chilly day. It uses three pomegranate-flavored ingredients, a bottle of red wine, and fresh cranberries. Jägermeister and mulling spices give it a pleasing spice to round off the flavor.
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
The popular mimosa takes well on fruity twists and it's always a prime choice for brunch. In the Christmas mimosa, you'll top pomegranate liqueur and cranberry juice with chilled Champagne. It gets really interesting when you let a sprig of pine infuse its flavor into the cocktail.
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
A lovely dinner companion, this red carpet cocktail is intriguing. The recipe requires an ultra-smooth vodka, which is paired with Campari. That aperitif's bitter flavor profile is offset by two pomegranate ingredients with a sweetness that makes it very approachable and fantastic with any meal.
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
You will find romance in a glance when you mix up the lovely blushing geisha. It's a stunning cocktail that mixes pomegranate juice with a brilliant sake-based liqueur and a hint of sweet rose. Aphrodisiacs galore, this is a great choice for Valentine's Day!
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).

For the Record
Grenadine is a pomegranate-flavored syrup, so when you see a variation of that name on a liqueur bottle, you can expect the same flavor. That's what you'll find in the for the record cocktail, where the liqueur's sweetness is paired with citrus vodka and elderflower liqueur. It's the strawberry-lime hard cider that really takes this recipe over the top.
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
When you're ready to get crafty, turn to the American dream cocktail. Those fun white stars are fondant and they make a big splash at a Fourth of July bash. The drink itself is a combination of Pama, black cherry rum, and pomegranate-cherry juice.
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
This drink delivers an unexpected but delightful flavor. While the name implies a tropical taste, the drink has a surprising bite from the ginger liqueur and gin. The pineapple juice and orange bitters sweeten the drink while adding a slight bitterness that complements the gin and keeps you on your toes!
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

[Kendra]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: Feb. 1st, 2023 - Jan. 31st, 2024

20/20

Blushing Lady
✅🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
Major Operation by James White - Feb. 21st

Pama Martini
✅🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
The Mother of All Degrassi: A Memoir by Linda Schuyler - Feb. 6th
Nov. 15th, 2022

Patrón Pomegranate
✅🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR(and) with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers - Feb. 23rd

Pomegranate Margarita
✅🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Siren Queen by Nghi Vo - Feb. 5th

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
✅🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Bunnicula by James Howe & Deborah Howe - Feb. 16th

Saints and Strangers
✅🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis - Feb. 5th

Pomegranate Poinsettia
✅🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo - Feb. 11th
New Haven

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
✅🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
The Kids in the Hall: One Dumb Guy by Paul Myers - Feb. 1st

Pama Ginger-tini
✅🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Sweep of the Heart by Ilona Andrews - Feb. 19th

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
✅🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern - Mar. 2nd

Belmont Jewel
✅🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
Friendsgiving: The Official Guide to Hosting, Roasting, and Celebrating with Friends by Shoshana Stopek - Mar. 7th

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
✅🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
Backpacking Through Bedlam by Seanan McGuire - Mar. 6th

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
✅🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
Zero's Journey by D.J. Milky - Feb. 20th

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
✅🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crooks by Patrick Radden Keefe - Feb. 27th
368 pages.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
✅🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers - Mar. 10th

Red Carpet
✅🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Mind Changer by James White - Mar. 7th

Blushing Rose
✅🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
The Sun Is Also a Star by Nicola Yoon - Feb. 12th

For the Record
✅🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
Norse Mythology, Vol. 1 by Neil Gaiman - Feb 22nd

American Dream
✅🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Norse Mythology, Vol. 2 by Neil Gaiman - Feb 22nd

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
✅🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands by Kate Beaton - Mar. 5th

[Nora]

Pomegranate cocktails are popular, fruity, and utterly delicious. Many of the drink recipes are also a breeze to mix up. You can use fresh pomegranate when the fruit comes into season or take advantage of pomegranate vodkas, liqueurs, and juices and enjoy the fruity flavor all year long. From sweet vodka martinis to cocktails featuring gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, there's a great drink waiting for everyone.

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
A stunning and simple cocktail, the blushing lady is filled with soft fruit flavors. The signature flavor comes from Pama, the most popular pomegranate-flavored liqueur on the market. It's lush, sweet, and has a wonderful taste that pairs perfectly with the pink grapefruit and vodka in this pretty pink drink.
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover 5/18/2023 OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
Uncomplicated, the Pama martini shakes up in minutes with just three common ingredients: Pama, your favorite vodka, and an orange liqueur. As always, premium spirits are recommended to create the fruity martini of your dreams.
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
Sweet and refreshing the Patrón pomegranate is an incredibly simple recipe. It has a margarita base, complete with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice, and pours on the pomegranate juice. It mixes up quickly and is perfect for a cookout or picnic.
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed. Clark and Division by Naomi Hirahara Aki and Art have a picnic at the beach. 3/05/2023

Pomegranate Margarita
This is no one-dimensional pomegranate margarita. It pairs the sweet, juicy arils (the fruit's seeds) with passion fruit juice. Using reposado tequila gives it a lovely oak background and there's no need to pull out the blender. Just grab your cocktail shaker and mix it up!
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
Always a crowd favorite, the pomegranate Champagne punch is a lot of fun to mix up for a party. Its layers of flavor include pomegranate, cranberry, citrus vodka, and sparkling wine. While the cinnamon syrup gives it a holiday-worthy nuance, you can easily switch that out for other seasonal parties.
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed A Manhattan Heiress in Paris by Amanda McCabe. 6/23/2023. OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
"This cocktail is crisp and elegant, with deep, earthy notes and a ruby color," recipe creator cheesemite says of this pomegranate drink with vodka, vermouth, balsamic glaze, and pink peppercorns.
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title. The Bookish Life of Nina Hill
Nina meets her father's entire family of strangers whom she has never met before.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
The poinsettia has long been a favorite Champagne cocktail for the holidays. This pomegranate poinsettia recipe gives it a fruity new twist. Rather than cranberry, you'll use orange juice, which pairs flawlessly with pomegranate.
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
The spiced pomegranate martini is a very interesting recipe that doubles up on the pomegranate and adds a unique complementary flavor. The cardamom-infused simple syrup is easy to make at home and transforms the drink into a fascinating experience. It's a really nice option when you get tired of the usual fruit martinis.
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting The Devil and the Dark Water by Stuart Turton is a very interesting historical mystery. OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what. Five Children and It by E. Nesbit 5/31/2023. The five children get tired of their wishes not turning out the way that they hoped them too.

Pama Ginger-tini
It's a little sweet, a little sour and has just a hint of spice. The Pama ginger-tini can easily become a new favorite on your personal martini menu. The recipe uses Pama, vodka, and grapefruit along with the sweet spice of ginger syrup to create an explosion of flavor in a cocktail glass.
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy by Allison Montclair 5/05/2023 Iris Sparks is Spicy because she is a former spy and she is dating a gangster. OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
Bright, refreshing, and a fun take on a classic cocktail, the pomegranate gin fizz is perfect for warm days. It brings the fruit into the world of the gin fizz and gives it a herbal spin with lavender simple syrup. For more of a classic style, try it with the egg white, which gives it a luscious foam.
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
Whiskey is a fantastic complement to the sweet taste of pomegranate. The Belmont jewel is, essentially, a whiskey-pomegranate lemonade and it's as delicious as it sounds. Served tall on the rocks, the recipe can easily be adapted to fill a pitcher for a small party.
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
On a hot summer day, few drinks will cool you down like the pomegranate-grapefruit frosé. The recipe offers a wonderful trio of flavors—pomegranate vodka, rosé wine, and grapefruit juice—to create a fruity slushie you'll thoroughly enjoy. There are a variety of ways you can enhance it and make your own custom frosé, too.
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
Tequila in a Christmas punch? Absolutely! Mrs. Claus' wildside punch is made of X-Rated Fusion Liqueur and blanco tequila. The liqueur is a bright blend of fruits and it goes nicely with the recipe's pomegranate and cranberry juices. With just four ingredients, your punch will be ready in minutes.
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
The rich flavor of pomegranate takes on a whole new life when it's warmed up. With the winter warmer mulled sangria, you can share the experience with friends on a chilly day. It uses three pomegranate-flavored ingredients, a bottle of red wine, and fresh cranberries. Jägermeister and mulling spices give it a pleasing spice to round off the flavor.
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
2/19/2023
Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
The popular mimosa takes well on fruity twists and it's always a prime choice for brunch. In the Christmas mimosa, you'll top pomegranate liqueur and cranberry juice with chilled Champagne. It gets really interesting when you let a sprig of pine infuse its flavor into the cocktail.
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
A lovely dinner companion, this red carpet cocktail is intriguing. The recipe requires an ultra-smooth vodka, which is paired with Campari. That aperitif's bitter flavor profile is offset by two pomegranate ingredients with a sweetness that makes it very approachable and fantastic with any meal.
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
You will find romance in a glance when you mix up the lovely blushing geisha. It's a stunning cocktail that mixes pomegranate juice with a brilliant sake-based liqueur and a hint of sweet rose. Aphrodisiacs galore, this is a great choice for Valentine's Day!
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover). by Megan Frampton is a romance novel. 2/25/2023

For the Record
Grenadine is a pomegranate-flavored syrup, so when you see a variation of that name on a liqueur bottle, you can expect the same flavor. That's what you'll find in the for the record cocktail, where the liqueur's sweetness is paired with citrus vodka and elderflower liqueur. It's the strawberry-lime hard cider that really takes this recipe over the top.
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
When you're ready to get crafty, turn to the American dream cocktail. Those fun white stars are fondant and they make a big splash at a Fourth of July bash. The drink itself is a combination of Pama, black cherry rum, and pomegranate-cherry juice.
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
This drink delivers an unexpected but delightful flavor. While the name implies a tropical taste, the drink has a surprising bite from the ginger liqueur and gin. The pineapple juice and orange bitters sweeten the drink while adding a slight bitterness that complements the gin and keeps you on your toes!
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).


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Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover - The Winner's Curse by Marie Rutkoski - 10/04/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 (tell us when) - Шелест бамбукового гаю by Станіслав Асєєв - 27/05/23 (published in 2023)

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title - Імператори Тіберій, Калігула і Клавдій by Володимир Дмитренко - 17/03/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character - Glass Mask (vol. 18) by Suzue Miuchi - 13/02/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation) - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey - 14/06/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character - Glass Mask (vol. 19) by Suzue Miuchi - 28/05/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE- The Roman Guide to Slave Management: A Treatise by Nobleman Marcus Sidonius Falx by Jerry Toner - 22/04/23 (set in the Roman Empire)

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting - Otages intimes by Jeanne Benameur - 30/07/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER - Elizabeth the Great by Elizabeth Jenkins - 07/07/23 (Queen Elizabeth I)

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name - Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn - 28/06/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held - Glass Mask (vol. 17) by Suzue Miuchi - 09/02/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down - The Signet Classic Book of American Short Stories edited by Burton Raffel - 13/05/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book where punch is served - Up Above the World by Paul Bowles - 15/12/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book with a 3 in the page count (share page#) - Лицар свободи by Dzhokhar Dudayev - 27/03/23 (367 pages)

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P - Prosper's Demon by K.J. Parker - 21/01/24

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where an aperitif is consumed - Olga by Bernhard Schlink - 25/06/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance - The Winner's Crime by Marie Rutkoski - 06/05/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#) - The Secret History by Donna Tartt - 31/03/23 (p. 277)

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with white stars on the cover (show cover) - Bridge of Snow by Marie Rutkoski - 29/06/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book where you have a bitter character - Women and Fiction: Short Stories By and About Women (edited) by Susan Cahill - 20/08/23

[Kristen]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Read: 2/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Drew: Special Ops by Ava Benton - Father Jordan is older character - March 30, 2023


Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
Carter by Ava Benton - Feb 28, 2023 - Carter learns his father, who is going by a false name Jordan, it the person they are searching for. His father reveals that Carter's mothers death was not an accident but made to look like an accident.

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
Lance: Special Ops by Ava Benton - April 30

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).

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[JoAnne]

Welcome Cheryl, Ferenc, Trina, Kendra, Nora, Someone and Kristen!

[Shash]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

20/20 Tasks Completed

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
A Sandy's Seashell Shop Christmas by Lisa Wingate (2/22/23)

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
Cloaked in Scarlet by Annette K. Larsen (2/19/23) - 2022

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
Her Athlete's Wedding Secret by Cindy Ray Hale (2/7/23)

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Charming Artemis by Sarah M. Eden (2/11/23)
older character

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
A Game of Hearts by Joanna Barker (2/11/23)
crowd favorite

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
The Unseen Heir by Kenley Davidson (2/2/23)
elegant character

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
An Autumn Kiss by Laura Rollins, et.al. (2/17/23) - England

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
Hooked by Annette K. Larsen (2/17/23)

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Her Last First Dance by Melanie Jacobson (2/19/23) - Ethan

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Fate Changer by Katie Lee O'Guinn (2/15/23)

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
Kiss Me, Baby, One More Time by Cindy Ray Hale (2/9/23)
small party

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
The Obituary Society by Jessica L. Randall (2/21/23)
summer

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS.
Kiss Me Under The Christmas Lights by Cindy Ray Hale (2/9/23)
set around Christmas

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
Blood Rush by Katie Lee O'Guinn (2/13/23)
warm drink

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
The Snow Adventure by Bee Brooks (3/3/23)


Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Heartstrings by Amelia C. Adams (2/8/23)
lovely dinner companion

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
A Lady's Wager by Arlem Hawks, et.al. (2/15/23)
Romance

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
As Long As You Kiss Me by Cindy Ray Hale (2/10/23) - pg 28

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Eloise and the Grump Next Door by Emma St. Clair, Jenny Proctor (2/7/23)
4th of July

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Freak of Nature by Katie Lee O'Guinn (2/13/23)
sweet character

[Suzanne]

The Lost Challenges
Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Progress: 20 out of 20

Pomegranate cocktails are popular, fruity, and utterly delicious. Many of the drink recipes are also a breeze to mix up. You can use fresh pomegranate when the fruit comes into season or take advantage of pomegranate vodkas, liqueurs, and juices and enjoy the fruity flavor all year long. From sweet vodka martinis to cocktails featuring gin, rum, tequila, and whiskey, there's a great drink waiting for everyone.

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title:
Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood - ***** - 3/19/2023 - 354 Pages - Pink Cover



Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated:
Kitty Goes to Washington by Carrie Vaughn - **** - 5/18/2023 - 342 Pages - Published 2006



Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed:
Bitter Is the New Black: Confessions of a Condescending, Egomaniacal, Self-Centered Smartass, Or, Why You Should Never Carry A Prada Bag to the Unemployment Office by Jen Lancaster - ***** - 3/17/2023 - 400 Pages - Punctuation in the title



Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover):
Dead Man's Hand by James J. Butcher - ***** - 3/6/2023 - 384 Pages - Older character



Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation):
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus - ***** - 7/19/2023 - 400 Pages - Crowd favorite



Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title:
The Darling Dahlias and the Cucumber Tree by Susan Wittig Albert - **** - 2/11/2023 - 290 Pages -AND in the title



Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story:
The Fiery Cross by Diana Gabaldon - ***** - 2/8/2023 - 979 Pages - Set in North Carolina



Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what:
The Emotionally Exhausted Woman: Why You’re Feeling Depleted and How to Get What You Need by Nancy Colier - ***** - 9/8/2023 - 168 Pages - Ends in -ed



Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author:
Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen - ***** - 2/19/2023 - 290 Pages - Favorite Author



Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name:
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni - ***** - 2/27/2023 - 448 Pages - GIN in the authors name



Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race:
Happy Place by Emily Henry - **** - 9/4/2023 - 400 Pages - Small Party is held



Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down:
Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath - ***** - 2/14/2023 - 384 Pages - Character needs to cool down



Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis:
The Kingdom of Sweets by Erika Johansen - **** - 1/23/2024 - 368 Pages - Set around Christmas



Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink:
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer - ***** - 1/1/2024 - 416 Pages - Set during Winter



Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P:
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir - ***** - 3/8/2023 - 476 Pages - Title begins with P



Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed:
A Loyal Character Dancer by Qiu Xiaolong - ***** - 2/28/2023 - 368 Pages - Lovely dinner companion



Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover):
The Rescue by Nicholas Sparks - ***** - 3/12/2023 - 339 Pages - Romance



For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#):
You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey: Crazy Stories about Racism by Amber Ruffin - 3/28/2023 - 215 Pages - A & R in GRENADINE



American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover):
Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty - **** - 3/7/2023 - 453 Pages - Crafty Character



Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover):
Fake It Till You Bake It by Jamie Wesley - **** - 4/14/2023 - 336 Pages - Toes on the cover



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[JoAnne]

Welcome Shash and Suzanne!

[Hala]

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Progress: 8/20

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
Vampires, Hearts, & Other Dead Things by Margie Fuston 24/2

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
The Sprite and the Gardener by Rii Abrego 26/2 (2021)

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
We Are Never Meeting in Real Life. by Samantha Irby 9/2

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs.
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi 10/2

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
The New Friends by Daniel Hurst 3/3

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.

Pomegranate Poinsettia.
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite 3/3

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day.
The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera 12/2

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Arca by Van Jensen 1/3

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
What the Other Three Don't Know by Spencer Hyde 7/2

[JoAnne]

Welcome Hina!

[.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•]

Completed!

Pomegranate, Anyone?

Completed 20/20

✔️Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover
Until Ashlyn by Aurora Rose Reynolds - 07/02/2023

✔️Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini
Flirt With Me by Kristen Proby - 04/02/2023

✔️Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title
The Good, the Bad, and the Undead by Kim Harrison - 03/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs
You Belong With Me by Kristen Proby - 03/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed
Dream With Me by Kristen Proby - 02/02/2023

✔️Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book where the MC meets a "stranger"
In Her Highlander's Bed by Lynsay Sands - 16/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE (Ohio)
Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison - 02/02/2023

✔️Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed
X-Ops Exposed by Paige Tyler - 06/02/2023

✔️Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER (Izzy)
Escape With Me by Kristen Proby - 04/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
Knocking on Helen's Door by Eve Langlais - 10/02/2023

✔️Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held
Mal's First Birthday by Starla Night - 11/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Dragon VIP: Malachite by Starla Night - 11/02/2023

✔️Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas
Wonder With Me by Kristen Proby - 01/02/2023

✔️Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book where a character drinks a warm drink.
Take A Chance With Me by Kristen Proby - 05/02/2023

✔️Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book whose title begins with P.
Pyro's Wedding Day by Starla Night - 12/02/2023

✔️Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion
The Jaguar Star by Bianca D'Arc - 19/02/2023

✔️Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance
Finally Found You by Carrie Ann Ryan - 06/02/2023

✔️For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Until May by Aurora Rose Reynolds - 10/02/2023

✔️American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character
Dragon VIP: Pyrochlore by Starla Night - 12/02/2023

✔️Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book with toes on the cover (show cover).
The Hardest Fall by Ella Maise - 09/02/2023


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Challenge Rules

*All genres and formats are fine.
*Re-reads are allowed.
*No page minimum.

[JoAnne]

Way to go Christine!

[Catsalive]

Completed

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
20/20

🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover
The Summer House by the Sea by Jenny Oliver 6/2 2.5★


🍹 2. Read a book published after 2006 AND that can be described as uncomplicated. - 2012
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas 7/2 2★

🍹 3. Read a book where a cocktail is mixed - Sex on the Beach
The Curious Charms Of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick 23/2 4★

🍹 4. Read a book with an older character
The Bullet That Missed by Richard Osman 4/2 5★

🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed as champagne bubbled against her throat p.75
The Unknown Wife by Mary Brendan 2/2 2★

🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
On the Straight and Narrow by Faith Martin 2/2 4★

🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE - New York
Immortal in Death by J.D. Robb 6/2 4★

🍹 8. Read a book you find interesting
Being Dead by Jim Crace 12/2 3★

🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER - Raquel
The Last Wish of Sasha Cade by Cheyanne Young 1/2 2★

🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day
Secrets and Seashells at Rainbow Bay by Ali McNamara


🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held - birthday potluck
Virgin River by Robyn Carr 8/2 3★

🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Fanged & Fabulous by Michelle Rowen 18/2 1.5★

🍹 13. Read a book where punch is served - the Hogmanay het pint
The Cursed Towers by Kate Forsyth 22/2 4★

🍹 14. Read a book set in winter AND with a 3 in the page count - 385
Innocent in Death by J.D. Robb 9/2 3.5★

🍹 15. Read a bookwhose title begins with P.
The Pool of Two Moons by Kate Forsyth 21/2 4★

🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Fallout by Paul Thomas 10/2 4★

🍹 17. Read a Romance
Obsidian by Jennifer L. Armentrout 11/2 2★

🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE
Murder on a Girls' Night Out by Anne George 8/2 3★
OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).

🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character - Ellie
The Shape of Us by Lisa Ireland 13/2 4★

🍹 20. Read a book where you have a bitter character
Christine Falls by Benjamin Black 12/2 3.5★

[Tari]

Finished

Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024
20/20

Blushing Lady

🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover OR where a grapefruit is eaten OR with the letters PAMA (in any order) in the title.
Patti Benning 2/2/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini OR published after 2006 (tell us when) OR that can be described as uncomplicated.
Sherbet and Shenanigans Sue Hollowell 2/1/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title OR with a cookout or picnic in the story OR where a cocktail is mixed.
Biscotti and Betrayal Sue Hollowell 2/4/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book with an older character OR where some passion occurs OR with an oak (tan) cover (show cover).
Vera-Cold Drip Heather Day Gilbert 2/4/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed OR with a New Year's party in the story OR a book that may be called a crowd favorite (your interpretation).
Wined and Died in New Orleans Ellen Byron 2/7/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with an elegant character OR where the MC meets a "stranger" OR with the word AND in the title.
Cookies and Haunted Screams Ava Zuma 2/5/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book with a poinsettia on the cover OR set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE OR with a twist in the story.
The Case of the Missing Millions Daisy Landish 2/8/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book with a word in the title that ends in -ed OR a book you find interesting OR where a character gets tired of something - tell us what.
Annabelle was tired of dealing with California clients and never getting time off, so she went on sabbatical to help her Grams in Ireland Irish Castle Murder Penny Brooke 2/6/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book with a character that is sweet, sour or spicy OR where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER OR by a favorite author.
Mousse and Mayhem Sue Hollowell 2/8/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day (show cover) OR where a character works with herbs OR where you find the letters GIN (in any order) in the author's name.
The Case of the Deadly Truffles Daisy Landish 2/6/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book set in Kentucky OR where a small party is held OR where someone attends a horse race.
Party to honor employers of veterans-Much Ado About Muffin Virginia K. Bennett 2/9/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé.
🍹 12. Read a book set in the summer OR where a frozen drink is enjoyed OR where a character needs to cool down.
Afraid Knot Wendy Neugent 2/10/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas OR where punch is served OR whose title contains the abbreviation MRS. EX: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
Christmas party-Homicide and Hot Cocoa Justine Maxwell 2/16/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter OR with a 3 in the page count (share page#) OR where a character drinks a warm drink.
The Worn-Out Witness Mel Morgan 2/9/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book with a pine on the cover (show cover) OR where a character enjoys a mimosa OR whose title begins with P.
Pressing Matters Kathryn Mykel 2/15/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book with a red carpet on the cover (show cover) OR where a person has a lovely dinner companion OR an aperitif is consumed.
Primer and Punishment Diane Kelly 2/21/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance OR a book set around Valentine's Day OR with a rose on the cover (show cover).
Diamond in the Buff Shannon VanBergen 2/11/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book where cider is consumed OR with the author's initials found in GRENADINE OR where you find the words "for the record" in the text (share page/loc#).
p 46 “For the record, I don’t think profiting off Tanya’s death is okay.” Lurking in Louisiana Patti Benning 2/12/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book with a crafty character OR where the Fourth of July is celebrated OR with white stars on the cover (show cover).
Quilting Calamity Kathryn Mykel 2/14/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii OR where you have a sweet or bitter character OR with toes on the cover (show cover).
Bitter-Dastardly Deeds & Possible Parricide Ana Bisset 2/12/23

[JoAnne]

Congrats Catsalive and Tari!

[JoAnne]

FINISHED
Pomegranate, Anyone?
Duration: February 1- March 1, 2023
Read: 20/20

Object: Choose one task from each pomegranate cocktail featured.

Blushing Lady
🍹 1. Read a book with a pink cover.
February Fever Jess Lourey 2/19/23

Pama Martini
🍹 2. Read a book where a character drinks a martini.
Hot Shot Pippa Green 2/26/23

Patrón Pomegranate
🍹 3. Read a book with punctuation in the title.
289 Captain's Walk Katie Winters 2/4/23

Pomegranate Margarita
🍹 4. Read a book where some passion occurs.
Wait For Me J.H. Croix 2/5/23

Pomegranate Champagne Punch
🍹 5. Read a book where champagne is consumed.
Death Trap Karin Kaufman 2/2/23

Saints and Strangers
🍹 6. Read a book with the word AND in the title.
Rum and Raindrops Jean Oram 2/4/23

Pomegranate Poinsettia
🍹 7. Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in ORANGE.
Oregon A Rogue Cowboy's Christmas Surprise Stephanie Rowe 2/8/23

Spiced Pomegranate Martini
🍹 8. Read a book where a character gets tired of something.
Micah is tired of the responsibility for his (adult) brother who is angry all the time and gets into fights and generally causes trouble. Second Chance at the Riverview Inn Molly O'Keefe 2/16/23

Pama Ginger-tini
🍹 9. Read a book where the MC's first name begins with a letter in GINGER.
Iris Someone to Hold Marie Force 2/10/23

Pomegranate Gin Fizz
🍹 10. Read a book with a cover that represents a warm day.
The Wedding Ranch Nancy Naigle 2/7/23

Belmont Jewel
🍹 11. Read a book where a small party is held.
The Shop on Main Street Carolyn Brown 2/23/23

Pomegranate Grapefruit Frosé
🍹 12. Read a book where a character needs to cool down.
Home to the Riverview Inn Molly O'Keefe 2/14/23

Mrs. Claus' Wildside Punch
🍹 13. Read a book set around Christmas.
2142 Green Hollow Rd Katie Winters 2/3/23

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria
🍹 14. Read a book set in winter.
An Edgartown Christmas Katie Winters 2/13/23

Pine-Infused Christmas Mimosa
🍹 15. Read a book where a character enjoys a mimosa.
The Hesson House Katie Winters 2/13/23

Red Carpet
🍹 16. Read a book where a person has a lovely dinner companion.
Riversong Tess Thompson 3/1/23

Blushing Rose
🍹 17. Read a Romance.
This Crazy Love J.H. Croix 2/4/23

For the Record
🍹 18. Read a book with the author's initials found in GRENADINE.
Scarred Mail-Order Bride and the Widower Amelia Rose 2/9/23

American Dream
🍹 19. Read a book where the Fourth of July is celebrated.
113 Katama Rd Katie Winters 2/6/23

Pomegranate Hula Breeze Cocktail
🍹 20. Read a book set in Hawaii.
The Seashell of 'Ohana Mary Ting 2/9/23

[Marla]

Can I still join?