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Lynne (lovetoreadgal) | 1182 comments APRIL
0 of 10 Complete!


1. “A”: No Strings Attached by Susan Andersen
2. Hello BJ Rose !: A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole
3. Patricia Briggs: Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
4. Hans Christian Anderson: Beauty and the Billionaire by Jessica Clare (Beauty & The Beast)
5. Reconciliation: The Billionaire's Salvation ~ Max by J.S. Scott (reconciled)
6. Look Up at the Sky Day: Five Minutes Late by Rich Amooi (blue sky cover)
7. Titanic: And Then He Kissed Her by Laura Lee Guhrke (historical)
8. Take a Chance Day: Bitter Spirits by Joan Bennett (new to me)
9. Hug an Australian Day: Jilted by Rachel John (Australian author)
10. Reader's Choice: I Saw Her Standing There by Marie Force

To Read:
No Strings Attached by Susan Andersen A Hunger Like No Other (Immortals After Dark, #2) by Kresley Cole Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs Beauty and the Billionaire (Billionaire Boys Club, #2) by Jessica Clare The Billionaire's Salvation ~ Max (The Billionaire's Obsession, #3) by J.S. Scott Five Minutes Late by Rich Amooi And Then He Kissed Her (Girl Bachelors, #1) by Laura Lee Guhrke Bitter Spirits (Roaring Twenties, #1) by Jenn Bennett Jilted by Rachael Johns I Saw Her Standing There (Green Mountain, #3) by Marie Force

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Angie | 761 comments 1.'A' is for April: Air Bound - Christine Feehan
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - Something About You - Julie James
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Shifting Shadows - Patricia Briggs
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Crown of Midnight - Sarah J Maas
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Unclaimed - Sara Humphreys
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Blood Magic - Jennifer Lyon
7. Titanic (April 15) Happily Ever After - Julia Quinn
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Visions of Magic - Regan Hastings
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Light Me Up - Cherrie Lynn
10. Reader's Choice: Girl On A Diamond Pedestal - Maisey Yates
Air Bound (Sea Haven/Sisters of the Heart, #3) by Christine Feehan Something About You (FBI/US Attorney, #1) by Julie James Shifting Shadows Stories from the World of Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass, #2) by Sarah J. Maas Unclaimed (The Amoveo Legend, #5) by Sara Humphreys Blood Magic (Wing Slayer Hunters, #1) by Jennifer Lyon The Bridgertons Happily Ever After by Julia Quinn Visions of Magic (Awakening, #1) by Regan Hastings Light Me Up (Ross Siblings, #2.5) by Cherrie Lynn Girl on a Diamond Pedestal by Maisey Yates


message 53: by Rebecca (last edited Apr 11, 2015 09:42AM) (new)

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1.'A' is for April: last name starts with 'A'. Sarah Addison Allen First Frost 4/4

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose's shelf One Wish 4/6
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. female MC is a librarian Navarro or Not 4/8

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) -re-telling of a fairy tale Wake Me with a Kiss 4/9

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day enemies turn to lovers Hostage 4/8

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds on cover Leonie's Luck by Emma Goldrick 4/8

7. Titanic (April 15)- Read a Historical Romance
The Wedding Bargain (Effingtons, #1) by Victoria Alexander 4/9

8. Take a chance day (April 23)- new to you author.
Midnight Folly Phyllis Taylor Pianka
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26).read a book with a couple embracing on the cover. Royal Captive (Defending the Crown, #4) by Dana Marton 4/5

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. The Lawman's Nanny Op 4/6


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Nichole | 1010 comments I'm in. I'll be back later with a list.


message 55: by [deleted user] (last edited Apr 30, 2015 10:12AM) (new)

April 2015 Monthly Challenge

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1.'A' is for April:
Abduction by Varian Krylov, 5 stars, finished 4/30
2. Member of the Month:
Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward, 4 stars, finished 4/15
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs:
Cry Wolf by Patricia Briggs
4. Hans Christian Anderson:(April 2)
The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty by A.N. Roquelaure, 5 stars, finished 4/29
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2):
Sweet Addiction by Jessica Daniels, 4 stars, finished 4/16/15
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
On the Island by Tracey Garvis-Graves Finished 4/3/16, 4 stars
7. Titanic (April 15):
For Desire Alone by Jess Michaels
8. Take a chance day (April 23):
Black Lies byAlessandra Torre Finished 4/5/15, 3 stars
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):
Safe in His Arms by Renae Kaye, 4 stars, finished 4/28/15
10. Reader's Choice:
Broken Desires by Azure Boone, 3 stars, finished 4/29
Black Lies by Alessandra Torre On the Island (On the Island, #1) by Tracey Garvis-Graves Lover Awakened (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #3) by J.R. Ward Safe in His Arms by Renae Kaye Sweet Addiction (Sweet Addiction, #1) by Jessica Daniels Broken Desires (Broken, #1) by Azure Boone Abduction by Varian Krylov The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty (Sleeping Beauty, #1) by A.N. Roquelaure


message 56: by Stephanie (last edited Apr 09, 2015 10:08PM) (new)

Stephanie | 360 comments April
Completed: 5/10


1. Circle of Death by Keri Arthur 04/03/15

2. Her Ladyship's Curse by Lynn Viehl 04/02/15

3. Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs

4. Cinder by Marissa Meyer

5. The Darkest Lie by Gena Showalter

6. Virtue Falls by Christina Dodd

7. The Seduction of Elliot McBride by Jennifer Ashley 04/02/15

8. Greywalker by Kat Richardson 04/06/15

9. Burn for Me by Cynthia Eden 04/09/15

10. It had to be you by Jill Shalvis

Circle of Death (Damask Circle, #2) by Keri Arthur Her Ladyship's Curse (Disenchanted & Co., Book 1, Part #1) by Lynn Viehl Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles, #1) by Marissa Meyer The Darkest Lie (Lords of the Underworld, #6) by Gena Showalter Virtue Falls (Virtue Falls, #1) by Christina Dodd The Seduction Of Elliot McBride (MacKenzies & McBrides, #5) by Jennifer Ashley Greywalker (Greywalker, #1) by Kat Richardson Burn For Me (Phoenix Fire, #1) by Cynthia Eden It Had to Be You (Lucky Harbor, #7) by Jill Shalvis


message 57: by Lacy (last edited Apr 05, 2015 10:35PM) (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments I have a lot to do this month, so I'm going to try to read less...

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1.'A' is for April: Crash & Burnby Abigail Roux - 4/4 - *****

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - Betrayal in Death or The Summer Hideaway

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -The Shadows

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - I Was Here

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) -

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - The Courtship

7. Titanic (April 15)- Scandal in Spring

8. Take a chance day (April 23) -

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26)-

10. Reader's Choice: The Ruby Circle

Crash & Burn (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail Roux


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2015 April Monthly Challenge

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1.'A' is for April:

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) -

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) -

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) -

7. Titanic (April 15)

8. Take a chance day (April 23)

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26).

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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Julianna (authorjuliannad) | 1890 comments Count me in for 6. I'll post as I go.


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Amanda A | 769 comments I'm in for 10.


1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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Ethel | 739 comments RRRC - Monthly Reading Challenge: April

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[1.4.] 9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): A Beauty Uncovered by Andrea Laurence
[2.4.] 2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: His Eyes by Renee Carter
[3.4.] 3. Featured Author Challenge author - Patricia Briggs: Amelia's Touch by Elizabeth Kelly
[3.4.] 8. Take a chance day (April 23):Sweeter for the Pain by Evan Asher

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1.'A' is for April: Twisted Perfection by Abbi Glines
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4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Forever Scarred by Jackie Williams
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Wallbanger by Alice Clayton
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
7. Titanic (April 15): A Bed of Thorns and Roses by Sondra Allan Carr
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10. Reader's Choice: Flashes of Me: An Erotic Novella by Cynthia Sax


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Elizabeth (elizabeth_greece) | 1918 comments I'm in!


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Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 1/10



1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Reluctantly Royal (Suddenly, #3) by Nichole Chase Reluctantly Royal - Nichole Chase (Avon - Sept 2014) (child) - Apr 3

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


message 64: by Tracey (new)

Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
02/10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.- Hammer and Nails Andria Large 03 Apr
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Hammer & Nails by Andria Large Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs


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Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 2/10



1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Reluctantly Royal (Suddenly, #3) by Nichole Chase Reluctantly Royal - Nichole Chase (Avon - Sept 2014) (child) - Apr 3

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Rescue My Heart (Animal Magnetism, #3) by Jill Shalvis Rescue My Heart - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2012) - Apr 4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


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01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr 04/04/15
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James
OR
Utterly Charming by Kristine Grayson
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Sultry with a Twist by Macy Beckett
OR
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Still the One by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey
OR
Better Than Chocolate by Sheila Roberts
OR
The Devil in Denim by Melanie Scott
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley
OR
The Wicked by Thea Harrison

XXX A Taste of Ice (The Elementals, #2) by Hanna Martine XXX Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley XXX One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James XXX Utterly Charming by Kristine Grayson XXX Sultry with a Twist (Sultry Springs, #1) by Macy Beckett XXX A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX Better Than Chocolate (Life in Icicle Falls, #1) by Sheila Roberts XXX The Devil in Denim (New York Saints, #1) by Melanie Scott XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX The Wicked (Elder Races, #5.5) by Thea Harrison XXX


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Karen ♐ (kmk1214) | 2053 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread

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1.'A' is for April: The Angel

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book published in June of any year. Unspoken - 4/4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds Completely Wrecked

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). read a book with a couple embracing on the cover. The Proposition: The Ferro Family

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Mean Streak
The Angel (The Original Sinners, #2) by Tiffany Reisz Unspoken (Florence, Arizona, #0.5) by Lauren Hawkeye Completely Wrecked by Shayne McClendon The Proposition The Ferro Family (The Proposition, #1) by H.M. Ward Mean Streak by Sandra Brown


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Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
03/10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.- Hammer and Nails Andria Large 03 Apr
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.- A Dance through time Lynn Kurland 05 Apr
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Hammer & Nails by Andria Large Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs A Dance Through Time (MacLeod, #1) by Lynn Kurland


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Ethel | 739 comments RRRC - Monthly Reading Challenge: April

5/10 read

[1.4.] 9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): A Beauty Uncovered by Andrea Laurence
[2.4.] 2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: His Eyes by Renee Carter
[3.4.] 3. Featured Author Challenge author - Patricia Briggs: Amelia's Touch by Elizabeth Kelly
[3.4.] 8. Take a chance day (April 23):Sweeter for the Pain by Evan Asher
[5.4.] 5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Wallbanger by Alice Clayton

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1.'A' is for April: Twisted Perfection by Abbi Glines
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4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Forever Scarred by Jackie Williams
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6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
7. Titanic (April 15): A Bed of Thorns and Roses by Sondra Allan Carr
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10. Reader's Choice: Flashes of Me: An Erotic Novella by Cynthia Sax


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Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 3/10



1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Rumor Has It (Animal Magnetism, #4) by Jill Shalvis Rumor Has It - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2013) (teacher) - Apr 5

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Reluctantly Royal (Suddenly, #3) by Nichole Chase Reluctantly Royal - Nichole Chase (Avon - Sept 2014) (child) - Apr 3

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Rescue My Heart (Animal Magnetism, #3) by Jill Shalvis Rescue My Heart - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2012) - Apr 4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


2/10 Completed


01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr 04/04/15
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James 04/05/15
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Sultry with a Twist by Macy Beckett
OR
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Still the One by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey
OR
Better Than Chocolate by Sheila Roberts
OR
The Devil in Denim by Melanie Scott
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley
OR
The Wicked by Thea Harrison

XXX A Taste of Ice (The Elementals, #2) by Hanna Martine XXX Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley XXX One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James XXX Sultry with a Twist (Sultry Springs, #1) by Macy Beckett XXX A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX Better Than Chocolate (Life in Icicle Falls, #1) by Sheila Roberts XXX The Devil in Denim (New York Saints, #1) by Melanie Scott XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX The Wicked (Elder Races, #5.5) by Thea Harrison XXX


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Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
04/10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.- Hammer and Nails Andria Large 03 Apr

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.- A Dance through time Lynn Kurland 05 Apr

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.-Immortal of my dreams Alexia Mcneil 06 Apr(reconciliation)

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Hammer & Nails by Andria Large Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs A Dance Through Time (MacLeod, #1) by Lynn Kurland Immortal of My Dreams (Immortal Series, #1) by Alexis McNeil


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Suzanne (esmerelda1) | 2244 comments Romance Readers Reading Challenges
2015 April Monthly Challenge - Participants Thread
Duration:
4/1/2015 - 4/30/2015

Progress: 10 out of 10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A':
Magic Breaks by Ilona Andrews - ***** - 4/1/2015 - 348 Pages

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose:
Vampires in the Lemon Grove by Karen Russell - *** - 4/2/2015 - 243 Pages

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs:
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs - ***** - 4/22/2015

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale.
Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it:
Days of Blood & Starlight by Laini Taylor - *** - 4/13/2015 - YA Book

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love.
Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers:
Return to Me by Justina Chen - **** - 4/10/2015 - 352 Pages

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds…
Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title:
Grave Secret by Charlaine Harris - ***** - 4/29/2015

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down.
Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover:
Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay - ***** - 4/28/2015 - Dexter is a sailor with a boat

8. Take a chance day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author:
Book Lust: Recommended Reading for Every Mood, Moment, and Reason by Nancy Pearl - ***** - 4/6/2015 - New to you author

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today.
Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover:
Opal by Jennifer L. Armentrout - **** - 4/5/2015 - 382 Pages - Couple Embracing on Cover

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice:
Written in Red by Anne Bishop - ***** - 4/9/2015 - 433 Pages

Magic Breaks (Kate Daniels, #7) by Ilona Andrews Vampires in the Lemon Grove by Karen Russell Opal (Lux, #3) by Jennifer L. Armentrout Book Lust Recommended Reading for Every Mood, Moment, and Reason by Nancy Pearl Written in Red (The Others, #1) by Anne Bishop Return to Me by Justina Chen Days of Blood & Starlight (Daughter of Smoke & Bone, #2) by Laini Taylor Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs Darkly Dreaming Dexter (Dexter, #1) by Jeff Lindsay Grave Secret (Harper Connelly, #4) by Charlaine Harris


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Katharina | 802 comments April 2015 Monthly Reading Challenge
Total Read: 1

8. Take a chance day:
Counterfeit Bride Sara Craven - new author 4/7


Counterfeit Bride by Sara Craven


message 75: by April (new)

April Munday | 43 comments April’s ‘my’ month, so I ought to make an effort.

3 books again this month

1/0 read

1.'A' is for April: The State We're In

7. Titanic (April 15) A Scandalous Past 7/4

8. Take a chance day (April 23) The Love List


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Fran | 12286 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge

4/5 Read

1.'A' is for April:
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose-June- The Idiots' Tango 4/5
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs:
4. Hans Christian Anderson:(April 2)-
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2):reconciliation- One Little Kiss 4/1
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
7. Titanic (April 15):
8. Take a chance day (April 23): new author- Elle Kennedy, The Deal 4/5
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):embrace on cover- Something Borrowed 4/2
10. Reader's Choice:


The Idiots' Tango by B. Snow One Little Kiss by Robin Covington Something Borrowed by Kimberly Kincaid The Deal (Off-Campus, #1) by Elle Kennedy


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UnusualChild{beppy} | 1282 comments haven't done one of these for awhile.

april monthly challenge

3/10 read

1. 'a' is for april - All Bets Are Off
2. b.j. rose - Whiskey Beach
3. patricia briggs - Blood Bound 5 stars 04/07/15
4. hans christian anderson - Worth the Fall
5. reconciliation day: enemies to lovers - My Lady Quicksilver 4 stars, 04/06/15
6. look up at the sky day - Objects in the Rearview Mirror
7. titanic - Surrender A Dream
8. take a chance day - Infected: Prey
9. hug an australian day: embrace on the cover -
Plus One
10. reader's choice - Magic to the Bone 4 stars, 04/06/15


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Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


3/10 Completed


01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
A Taste of Ice by Hanna Martine
OR
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr 04/04/15
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James 04/05/15
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Sultry with a Twist by Macy Beckett
OR
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Still the One by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey 04/07/15
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley
OR
The Wicked by Thea Harrison

XXX A Taste of Ice (The Elementals, #2) by Hanna Martine XXX Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley XXX One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James XXX Sultry with a Twist (Sultry Springs, #1) by Macy Beckett XXX A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX The Wicked (Elder Races, #5.5) by Thea Harrison XXX


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Jojo | 1010 comments April Monthly Challenge

7/10

1.'A' is for April: Axel by Harper Sloan - 05/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: Rescue Me by Christy Reece
3. (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Siren's Song by Dana Marie Bell - 08/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2):Divergent by Veronica Roth
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden - 08/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
6. Look Up at the Sky (Apr 14): Mischief in Mudbug by Jana Deleon - 03/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
7. Titanic (April 15): Riptide by Cherry Adair
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Deadly Fall by Ann Bruce - 06/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Under My Skin by J.M. Stone 07/04/15 ★ ★
10. Reader's Choice: Crash & Burn by Abigail Roux - 02/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Axel (Corps Security, #1) by Harper Sloan Rescue Me (Last Chance Rescue, #1) by Christy Reece Siren's Song (The Gray Court, #5) by Dana Marie Bell Divergent (Divergent, #1) by Veronica Roth Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden Mischief in Mudbug (Ghost-in-Law, #2) by Jana Deleon Riptide (Cutter Cay, #2) by Cherry Adair Deadly Fall (The 19th Precinct, #1) by Ann Bruce Under My Skin (Skin Deep, #2) by J.M. Stone Crash & Burn (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail Roux


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Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 4/10



1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Rumor Has It (Animal Magnetism, #4) by Jill Shalvis Rumor Has It - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2013) (teacher) - Apr 5

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Reluctantly Royal (Suddenly, #3) by Nichole Chase Reluctantly Royal - Nichole Chase (Avon - Sept 2014) (child) - Apr 3

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Rescue My Heart (Animal Magnetism, #3) by Jill Shalvis Rescue My Heart - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2012) - Apr 4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
A Montana Cowboy by Rebecca Winters A Montana Cowboy - Rebecca Winters (HAR #1542 - Apr 2015) (clouds) - Apr 8

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


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BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments RRRC Monthly Challenges
April 1 - 30, 2015

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√ 1. Starts with 'A': Alpha and Omega by Patricia Briggs - 4.03
2. Member: BJ Rose: The Seduction of Lady X by Julia London
√ 3. FAC: Patricia Briggs: Bone Crossed - 4.02
4. Child/Children: TBD
5. Reconciliation Day: Nightingale Way by Emily March
6. Blue Sky & Fluffy Clouds: One Bad Apple by Sheila Connolly
7. Titanic: Historical Romance: It Started With a Scandal by Julie Anne Long
8. New-to-you Author: Victoria Thompson: Murder on Astor Place
9. Couple Embracing: Vixen in Velvet by Loretta Chase
10. Reader's Choice: The Last Debutante by Julia London


message 82: by Dana (aNovelAllure) (last edited May 01, 2015 09:17PM) (new)

Dana (aNovelAllure) (dana7lynn9) | 108 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge
8/8 Read - COMPLETED!!!


1.'A' is for April: Ashley, Kristen - Rock Chick Revenge (04/02) ★★★★★
2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose: Slave to Sensation - Nalini Singh (4/20) ★★★★★
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Alpha and Omega (4/13) ★★★★
4. Hans Christian Anderson(April 2): (YA) Evernight - Claudia Gray
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Kane and Abel - Jeffrey Archer (4/30) ★★★★★
6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14):
7. Titanic (April 15): Heaven and Earth - Nora Roberts (4/29) ★★★★★
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Undertow - Elizabeth O'Roark (4/13) ★★★★★
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26):
10. Reader's Choice: Sweet Revenge - Rebecca Zanetti (04/12) ★★★★

Rock Chick Revenge (Rock Chick, #5) by Kristen Ashley Slave to Sensation (Psy-Changeling, #1) by Nalini Singh Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs Kane and Abel (Kane and Abel, #1) by Jeffrey Archer Heaven and Earth (Three Sisters Island, #2) by Nora Roberts Undertow by Elizabeth O'Roark Sweet Revenge (Sin Brothers, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti


message 83: by Ethel (last edited Apr 09, 2015 10:20PM) (new)

Ethel | 739 comments RRRC - Monthly Reading Challenge: April

8/10 read

[1.4.] 9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): A Beauty Uncovered by Andrea Laurence
[2.4.] 2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: His Eyes by Renee Carter
[3.4.] 3. Featured Author Challenge author - Patricia Briggs: Amelia's Touch by Elizabeth Kelly
[3.4.] 1.'A' is for April:Sweeter for the Pain by Evan Asher
[5.4.] 5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Wallbanger by Alice Clayton
[8.4.] 4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Forever Scarred by Jackie Williams
[8.4.] 7. Titanic (April 15): A Bed of Thorns and Roses by Sondra Allan Carr
[9.4.] 8. Take a chance day (April 23): Flashes of Me: An Erotic Novella by Cynthia Sax

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message 84: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12286 comments Hi Everyone!

I am looking for a few hosts for July, August and September for the Monthly Challenge.

If you have participated in this challenge for at least a few months and would like to host it for a month, please send me a PM. If you've hosted it before and would like another opportunity to host again (because it IS so much fun to host!), send me a PM.

Thanks everyone for participating in this challenge and for being an active part of this group.....we love having you all here!


message 85: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments April 2015 Monthly Reading Challenge
Total Read: 2

8. Take a chance day:
Counterfeit Bride Sara Craven - new author 4/7

9. Hug an Australian Day:
The Princess Bride Diana Palmer 4/10


Counterfeit Bride by Sara Craven The Princess Bride (Long, Tall Texans, #17) by Diana Palmer


message 86: by Bookchaser (last edited Apr 11, 2015 12:11AM) (new)

Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


4/10 Completed


01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley 04/10/15
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr 04/04/15
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James 04/05/15
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Sultry with a Twist by Macy Beckett
OR
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Still the One by Jill Shalvis
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey 04/07/15
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley
OR
The Wicked by Thea Harrison

Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James XXX Sultry with a Twist (Sultry Springs, #1) by Macy Beckett XXX A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX The Wicked (Elder Races, #5.5) by Thea Harrison XXX


message 87: by Ethel (new)

Ethel | 739 comments RRRC - Monthly Reading Challenge: April

9/10 read

[1.4.] 9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): A Beauty Uncovered by Andrea Laurence
[2.4.] 2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: His Eyes by Renee Carter
[3.4.] 3. Featured Author Challenge author - Patricia Briggs: Amelia's Touch by Elizabeth Kelly
[3.4.] 1.'A' is for April:Sweeter for the Pain by Evan Asher
[5.4.] 5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Wallbanger by Alice Clayton
[8.4.] 4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2): Forever Scarred by Jackie Williams
[8.4.] 7. Titanic (April 15): A Bed of Thorns and Roses by Sondra Allan Carr
[9.4.] 8. Take a chance day (April 23): Flashes of Me: An Erotic Novella by Cynthia Sax
[11.4.] 10. Reader's Choice: 2B or Not 2B? by Stephanie Witter

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6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14): Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan


message 88: by LaurLa (new)

LaurLa | 5108 comments April Monthly Challenge
3 of 10

✔2. Member of the Month – BJ Rose:
Sweet Revenge – Rebecca Zanetti (to read shelf)
◘ 04.04 ★★★★

✔3. Author of the Month – Patricia Briggs:
Against the Wall – Rebecca Zanetti (Maverick Montana series)
◘ 04.08 ★★★★

8. Take a chance day (April 23):
Unleashed – Cherrie Lynn (new author rec’d in April PIFM challenge)
◘ 04.10 ★★★★

Sweet Revenge (Sin Brothers, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti Against the Wall (Maverick Montana, #1) by Rebecca Zanetti Unleashed (Ross Siblings, #1) by Cherrie Lynn


message 89: by Tracey (new)

Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
05/10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.- Hammer and Nails Andria Large 03 Apr

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.- A Dance through time Lynn Kurland 05 Apr

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.-Immortal of my dreams Alexia Mcneil 06 Apr(reconciliation)

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.-Wild and free Kristen Ashley 07 Apr(blue sky on cover)

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Hammer & Nails by Andria Large Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs A Dance Through Time (MacLeod, #1) by Lynn Kurland Immortal of My Dreams (Immortal Series, #1) by Alexis McNeil Wild and Free (The Three, #3) by Kristen Ashley


message 90: by Jojo (new)

Jojo | 1010 comments April Monthly Challenge

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1.'A' is for April: Axel by Harper Sloan - 05/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
2. Member of the Month - BJ Rose: Rescue Me by Christy Reece
3. (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs: Siren's Song by Dana Marie Bell - 08/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2):Divergent by Veronica Roth
5. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden - 08/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
6. Look Up at the Sky (Apr 14): Mischief in Mudbug by Jana Deleon - 03/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
7. Titanic (April 15): Riptide by Cherry Adair
8. Take a chance day (April 23): Deadly Fall by Ann Bruce - 06/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Under My Skin by J.M. Stone 07/04/15 ★ ★
10. Reader's Choice: Crash & Burn by Abigail Roux - 02/04/15 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Axel (Corps Security, #1) by Harper Sloan Rescue Me (Last Chance Rescue, #1) by Christy Reece Siren's Song (The Gray Court, #5) by Dana Marie Bell Divergent (Divergent, #1) by Veronica Roth Guilty as Sin by Jami Alden Mischief in Mudbug (Ghost-in-Law, #2) by Jana Deleon Riptide (Cutter Cay, #2) by Cherry Adair Deadly Fall (The 19th Precinct, #1) by Ann Bruce Under My Skin (Skin Deep, #2) by J.M. Stone Crash & Burn (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail Roux


message 91: by Rebecca (new)

Rebecca (bd200789) 10/10 I'm finished

1.'A' is for April: last name starts with 'A'. Sarah Addison Allen First Frost 4/4

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose's shelf One Wish 4/6
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. female MC is a librarian Navarro or Not 4/8

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) -re-telling of a fairy tale Wake Me with a Kiss 4/9

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day enemies turn to lovers Hostage 4/8

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds on cover Leonie's Luck by Emma Goldrick 4/8

7. Titanic (April 15)- Read a Historical Romance
The Wedding Bargain (Effingtons, #1) by Victoria Alexander 4/9

8. Take a chance day (April 23)- new to you author.
Midnight Folly Phyllis Taylor Pianka
9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26).read a book with a couple embracing on the cover. Royal Captive (Defending the Crown, #4) by Dana Marton 4/5
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. The Lawman's Nanny Op 4/6


message 92: by NayNay (new)

NayNay Finished my challenge...happy reading!

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Anne Boleyn The Tragic Story of Henry VIII's Most Notorious Wife by Norah Lofts Anne Boleyn: The Tragic Story of Henry VIII's Most Notorious Wife by Norah Lofts 04/02/15 ****

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
Deadly Night (Flynn Brothers, #1) by Heather Graham Deadly Nights by Heather Graham 04/03/15 ****

3. You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Sea Glass Winter (Shelter Bay #5) by JoAnn Ross Sea Glass Winter by JoAnn Ross 04/06/15 *** (teacher)

4. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Undone (Unbreakable, #2) by Rebecca Shea Undone by Rebecca Shea 04/02/15 **** (YA)

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Killing Time (One Eyed Jacks, #1) by Cindy Gerard Killing Time by Cindy Gerard 04/09/15 ****

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
Westin's Chase (Titan, #3) by Cristin Harber Westin's Chase by Cristin Harber 04/08/15 ****

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Mist of Midnight (Daughters of Hampshire, #1) by Sandra Byrd Mist of Midnight by Sandra Byrd 04/10/15 **** (Captain Luke)

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
Miracle in a Dry Season (Appalachian Blessings, #1) by Sarah Loudin Thomas Miracle in a Dry Season by Sarah Loudin Thomas 04/05/15 ****

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Lawman's Nanny Op by Carla Cassidy The Lawman's Nanny Op by Carla Cassidy 04/11/15 ****

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
The Bone Yard (Body Farm, #6) by Jefferson Bass The Bone Yard by Jefferson Bass 04/01/15 *****


message 93: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1845 comments 5/10



1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....

Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.

You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Rumor Has It (Animal Magnetism, #4) by Jill Shalvis Rumor Has It - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2013) (teacher) - Apr 5

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
Reluctantly Royal (Suddenly, #3) by Nichole Chase Reluctantly Royal - Nichole Chase (Avon - Sept 2014) (child) - Apr 3

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
Rescue My Heart (Animal Magnetism, #3) by Jill Shalvis Rescue My Heart - Jill Shalvis (Berkley - Nov 2012) - Apr 4

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
A Montana Cowboy by Rebecca Winters A Montana Cowboy - Rebecca Winters (HAR #1542 - Apr 2015) (clouds) - Apr 8

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.
Manhunt by Tyler Anne Snell Manhunt - Tyler Anne Snell (HI #1562 - Apr 2015) - Apr 11

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.


message 94: by Margaret (new)

Margaret | 354 comments Well done Rebecca and NayNay on finishing the challenge. Nice work!


message 95: by Lacy (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments I have a lot to do this month, so I'm going to try to read less...

5/5 Finished
All done


1.'A' is for April: Crash & Burnby Abigail Roux - 4/4 - *****

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author -The Shadows - 4/7 - 5 Stars

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - I Was Here - 4/11 - 2 Stars

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Own the Wind - 4/8 - 3 Stars

10. Reader's Choice: Fire Inside - 4/10 - 3.5 Stars

Crash & Burn (Cut & Run, #9) by Abigail RouxFire Inside (Chaos, #2) by Kristen AshleyOwn the Wind (Chaos, #1) by Kristen AshleyI Was Here by Gayle FormanThe Shadows (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #13) by J.R. Ward



message 96: by Tracey (new)

Tracey | 158 comments I'm in for all
2015 April Monthly Challenge
06/10

1.'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.- Hammer and Nails Andria Large 03 Apr

2. Member of the Month: BJ Rose - BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Here is the link to BJ Rose's shelves - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/2.... Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.- A Dance through time Lynn Kurland 05 Apr

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author - Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name. Link to Patricia Briggs's backlist - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show....
Fun Facts about Patricia -
* Patricia Briggs was born in Brutte, Montana.
* She published her first novel in 1993
* She writes Fantasy and Urban Fantasy
* She is the daughter of a librarian, and has worked as a substitute teacher.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.- Alpha an Omega Patricia Briggs 01 Apr

4. Hans Christian Anderson (April 2) - Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.-Wild man Kristen Ashley (children)12 Apr

5. Reconciliation Day (April 2) - Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.-Immortal of my dreams Alexia Mcneil 06 Apr(reconciliation)

6. Look Up at the Sky day (April 14) - How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.-Wild and free Kristen Ashley 07 Apr(blue sky on cover)

7. Titanic (April 15) On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.

8. Take a chance day (April 23) Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance a read a book by a new to you author.

9. Hug an Australian Day (April 26). Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.

Hammer & Nails by Andria Large Alpha and Omega (Alpha & Omega, #0.5) by Patricia Briggs A Dance Through Time (MacLeod, #1) by Lynn Kurland Wild Man (Dream Man, #2) by Kristen Ashley Immortal of My Dreams (Immortal Series, #1) by Alexis McNeil Wild and Free (The Three, #3) by Kristen Ashley


message 97: by Margaret (new)

Margaret | 354 comments Nice work Lacy. Congrats on finishing the challenge.


message 98: by Bookchaser (last edited Apr 12, 2015 01:30PM) (new)

Bookchaser | 2022 comments 2015 April Monthly Challenge


5/10 Completed


01. 'A' is for April: Read a book that starts with 'A' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'A'.
Bear Attraction by Jennifer Ashley 04/10/15
02. Member of the Month: BJ Rose ~ BJ Rose has been a member of the RRRC since June 2009. Please read a book from any of BJ Rose's shelves or a book published in 2009 or a book published in June of any year.
One Wish by Robyn Carr 04/04/15
03. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Patricia Briggs. Read one book written by Patricia Briggs or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book set in Montana, or by an author who is from Montana. You can also read any book published in 1993, or is shelved as Fantasy or Urban Fantasy or features an MC who is a librarian or a teacher.
Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs
OR
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs
OR
Sunflower Lane by Jill Gregory
04. Hans Christian Andersen (April 2): Fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark. He created 168 fairy tales for children including the classics The Princess and the Pea, The Snow Queen and The Nightingale. Read a book that is a re-telling of a fairy tale, or a story that takes place in Denmark or read any YA book, or a book with a child/children in it.
A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James 04/05/15
05. Reconciliation Day (April 2): Reconciliation Day is a special day to patch relationships and to make amends. Its intention is to re-establish relationships between family, friends and couples. Life is too short to hold a grudge between those we love. Read a book where there is reconciliation between the two main characters or a story where enemies turn to lovers or friends to lovers.
A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean 04/12/15
06. Look Up at the Sky Day (April 14): How often do you look upwards? Look Up at the Sky Day encourages you to stop for a moment, and to appreciate the beautiful blue sky, fluffy clouds and elegant, soaring birds… Read a book that has a picture of a blue sky, fluffy clouds or soaring birds on the cover or has the word 'blue' or 'sky' in the title.
The Man from Stone Creek by Linda Lael Miller
OR
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
07. Titanic (April 15): On April 15, 1912, in the icy waters off Newfoundland, the luxury liner Titanic with 2,224 persons on board sank at 2:27 a.m. after striking an iceberg just before midnight. Over 1,500 people drowned while 700 were rescued by the liner Carpathia which arrived about two hours after Titanic went down. Read a Historical Romance, or a book with a sailor, captain or seafarer MC, or a book with a boat/ship on the cover.
Slightly Sinful by Mary Balogh
OR
Rule's Bride by Kat Martin
OR
Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) by Ana Seymour
08. Take a Chance Day (April 23): Life is filled with risks. To get what you want, sometimes you have to take a chance. And, today is created to do just that. So take that chance and read a book by a new to you author.
Unleashed by Rachel Lacey 04/07/15
09. Hug an Australian Day (April 26): Go ahead and give a big bear hug to any and all Australians today. Read a book by an Australian author or a story that takes place in Australia, or read a book with a couple embracing on the cover.
The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Her Favorite Temptation by Sarah Mayberry
OR
Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Rock Hard by Nalini Singh
OR
Mate Bond by Jennifer Ashley

Bear Attraction (Shifters Unbound, #6.5) by Jennifer Ashley One Wish (Thunder Point, #7) by Robyn Carr XXX Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs XXX Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs XXX Sunflower Lane (Lonesome Way, #4) by Jill Gregory XXX A Kiss at Midnight (Fairy Tales, #1) by Eloisa James A Rogue by Any Other Name (The Rules of Scoundrels, #1) by Sarah MacLean XXX The Man from Stone Creek (Stone Creek, #1) by Linda Lael Miller XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Slightly Sinful (Bedwyn Saga, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Rule's Bride (Bride's Trilogy, #3) by Kat Martin XXX Maid of Killarney (The Riordan Brothers, #4) (Irish Eyes, #15) by Ana Seymour XXX Unleashed (Love to the Rescue, #1) by Rachel Lacey XXX The Best Laid Plans by Sarah Mayberry XXX Her Favorite Temptation (Mathews Sisters, #1) by Sarah Mayberry XXX Love Once & Forever by Flora Speer XXX Rock Hard (Rock Kiss, #2) by Nalini Singh XXX Mate Bond (Shifters Unbound, #7) by Jennifer Ashley XXX


message 99: by KarenF (new)

KarenF (cleocleveland) | 1099 comments I'm in for 8.

4/8 Read

1. A for April: The Cursed by Alyssa Day 4/5/15
2. Hi BJ Rose! Summer Is for Lovers by Jennifer McQuiston
3. FAC - Patricia Briggs: Dead Heat by Patricia Briggs 4/11/15
4. Hans Christian Anderson: Waistcoats & Weaponry by Gail Carriger
5. Look up at the Sky: Still the One by Jill Shalvis
6. Titanic: How the Marquess Was Won by Julie Anne Long 4/8/15
7. Take a Chance: I Married the Duke by Katherine Ashe 4/12/15
8. My Choice: TBD


Unread: Summer Is for Lovers (Second Sons, #2) by Jennifer McQuiston Waistcoats & Weaponry (Finishing School, #3) by Gail Carriger Still the One (Animal Magnetism, #6) by Jill Shalvis

Read: The Cursed (League of the Black Swan, #1) by Alyssa Day How the Marquess Was Won (Pennyroyal Green, #6) by Julie Anne Long Dead Heat (Alpha & Omega, #4) by Patricia Briggs I Married the Duke (The Prince Catchers, #1) by Katharine Ashe


message 100: by Lacy (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments Margaret wrote: "Nice work Lacy. Congrats on finishing the challenge."

Thank you! :)


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