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Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
Black Sabbath were an English rock band formed in Birmingham in 1968 by vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward. They are often cited as pioneers of heavy metal music.
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location)
Trick or Treat Murder by Leslie Meier 04.06.24

2. Blue Öyster Cult
Blue Öyster Cult is an American rock band formed on Long Island in Stony Brook, New York, in 1967. The band has sold 25 million records worldwide, including 7 million in the United States. The band's fusion of hard rock with psychedelia, and penchant for occult, fantastical and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, had a major influence on heavy metal music.
⏺️ Read a book with a blue title (show cover)
The Coloring Crook (Pen & Ink Mysteries, #2) by Krista Davis The Coloring Crook by Krista Davis 03.15.24

3. Cream
Cream were a British rock band formed in London in 1966. The group consisted of bassist Jack Bruce, guitarist Eric Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker. Formed by members of previously successful bands, they are widely considered the first supergroup.
⏺️ Read a book set in England
Love Your Life by Sophie Kinsella 03.23.24

4. Deep Purple
Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in London, in 1968. They are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, but their musical approach has changed over the years. Originally formed as a psychedelic rock and progressive rock band, they shifted to a heavier sound with their 1970 album Deep Purple in Rock.
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON
The Librarian Spy by Madeline Martin 04.07.24 (Lisbon)

5. Golden Earring
Golden Earring was a Dutch rock band, founded in 1961 in The Hague as The Tornados. They achieved worldwide fame with their international hit songs "Radar Love" in 1973, which went to number one on the Dutch chart, reached the top ten in the United Kingdom, and went to number thirteen on the United States chart. During their career they had nearly 30 top-ten singles on the Dutch charts and released 25 studio albums.
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date)
Murder, She Barked by Krista Davis 03.04.24 (published 2013)

6. Green Day
Green Day is an American rock band formed in the East Bay of California in 1987 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, together with bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt. For most of the band's career they have been a power trio with drummer Tré Cool, who replaced John Kiffmeyer in 1990 before the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk (1991).
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area
Bloodsucking Fiends by Christopher Moore 04.15.24

7. King Crimson
King Crimson were an English progressive rock band formed in 1968 in London. The band drew inspiration from a wide variety of music, incorporating elements of classical, jazz, folk, heavy metal, gamelan, industrial, electronic, experimental music and new wave.
⏺️ Read a book with a crimson title (show cover)
Berried in the Past (Cranberry Cove #5) by Peg Cochran Berried in the Past by Peg Cochran 03.06.24

8. Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd were an English rock band formed in London in 1965. Gaining an early following as one of the first British psychedelic groups, they were distinguished by their extended compositions, sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows. They became a leading band of the progressive rock genre, cited by some as the greatest progressive rock band of all time.
⏺️ Read a book set in London
The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman 03.11.24

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1982, comprising vocalist Anthony Kiedis, bassist Flea, drummer Chad Smith, and guitarist John Frusciante. Their music incorporates elements of alternative rock, funk, punk rock, hard rock, hip hop, and psychedelic rock.
⏺️ Read a book set in California
There's No Coming Back from This by Ann Garvin 03.24.24

10. The White Stripes
The White Stripes were an American rock duo from Detroit, formed in 1997. The group consisted of Jack White (songwriting, vocals, guitar, piano, and bass) and Meg White (drums, percussion, and vocals). They were a leading group of the 2000s indie rock and garage rock revival.
⏺️ Read a book with a white title (show cover)
Ashes to Ashes, Crust to Crust (Deep Dish Mysteries, #2) by Mindy Quigley Ashes to Ashes, Crust to Crust by Mindy Quigley 03.19.24


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Caraina (raina79) | 853 comments Bands With Color Names - FINISHED
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

Object: Read one book for each band.
Completed: 10/10

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) I Liked My Life - Abby Fabiaschi 3/3/24 (Massachusetts) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York More Happy Than Not - Adam Silvera 3/5/24 OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England The Girl Next Door - Ruth Rendell 3/7/24 OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON Glory in Death - J.D. Robb 3/18/24 (New York City) OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) Catching Fire - Suzanne Collins 3/11/24 (published September 1, 2009) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title. The Last Green Valley - Mark T. Sullivan 3/5/24

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story With the Band - Jean Haus 4/28/24 OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
GR List: https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) Some Enchanted Éclair (A Magical Bakery Mystery, #4) by Bailey Cates Some Enchanted Éclair - Bailey Cates 3/1/24 OR the word PINK in the title.

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books High Five - Janet Evanovich 3/8/24 OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters The Berry Pickers - Amanda Peters 3/4/24 OR the word WHITE in the title.


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Ferenc (aeneth) | 2761 comments Completed!

Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024


Goal: 10/10

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
Come and Get It - Kiley Reid - 03/15/24 - Arkansas

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Death Note, Vol. 3 Hard Run by Tsugumi Ohba - Death Note, Vol. 3: Hard Run - Tsugumi Ohba - 03/29/24

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
Martyr! - Kaveh Akbar - 04/02/24 - “Wow, I’m so glad you asked!” she said, joking at being shocked.” (Kindle Locations 4262-4263)

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
Kiss Me That Way (Cottonbloom, #1) by Laura Trentham - Kiss Me That Way - Laura Trentham - 03/09/24

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
The Guest List by Lucy Foley The Guest List - Lucy Foley - 03/06/24

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe - Fannie Flagg - 03/20/24

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles - The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles - 04/20/24

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
Death Note, Vol. 4 Love by Tsugumi Ohba - Death Note, Vol. 4: Love - Tsugumi Ohba - 04/17/24

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
Paddle Your Own Canoe: One Man's Principles for Delicious Living - Nick Offerman - 03/04/24 – Hollywood, Los Angeles, California

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title.
Undiscovered Country Vol. 3 Possibility by Scott Snyder Undiscovered Country Vol. 3: Possibility - Scott Snyder & Charles Soule - 03/18/24


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Frankie Johnson | 4272 comments Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

Object: Read one book for each band.

10/10 Completed. Finished

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location)
(Birmingham, Alabama)
Can't Go Back-Debra Webb 3/29/24

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York.
The Love Interest-Kayley Loring 3/02/24

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#).
Pg.220" I'm so glad you're back."
Fighting Silence-Aly Martinez 3/01/24

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON
(New Orleans, Louisana)
Redemption-Meghan March 4/02/24

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date).
(01/30/21)
Hollywood Z-M.Z. Kelly 3/16/24

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area
Wallbanger-Alice Clayton 3/31/24

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a crimson title (show cover)
The Girl on the Road-A.J. Rivers 3/17/24
The Girl on the Road (Emma Griffin FBI Mystery #23) by A.J. Rivers

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book with the word PINK in the title.
The Girl in the Pink Shoes-Stacy Green 4/21/24

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book from a series with at least 13 books.
(Detectives Kane and Alton Series with 21 books)
#14:Pray for Mercy-D.K. Hood 3/01/24

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book the word WHITE in the title.
White Out-Danielle Girard 4/22/24


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The Lost Challenges
Bands With Color Names
Duration:
March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

Progress: 10 out of 10

Object: Read one book for each band.

Challenge Rules
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The Bands

1. Black Sabbath

Black Sabbath were an English rock band formed in Birmingham in 1968 by vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward. They are often cited as pioneers of heavy metal music.
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
Such Big Dreams by Reema Patel - **** - 4/17/2024 - 336 Pages - Set in Mumbai

Such Big Dreams by Reema Patel

2. Blue Öyster Cult
Blue Öyster Cult is an American rock band formed on Long Island in Stony Brook, New York, in 1967. The band has sold 25 million records worldwide, including 7 million in the United States. The band's fusion of hard rock with psychedelia, and penchant for occult, fantastical and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, had a major influence on heavy metal music.
⏺️ Read a book set in New York OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane by Suzanne Collins - ***** - 4/10/2024 - 312 Pages - Set in NYC

Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane (Underland Chronicles, #2) by Suzanne Collins

3. Cream
Cream were a British rock band formed in London in 1966. The group consisted of bassist Jack Bruce, guitarist Eric Clapton and drummer Ginger Baker. Formed by members of previously successful bands, they are widely considered the first supergroup.
⏺️ Read a book set in England OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
The Temptation of the Night Jasmine by Lauren Willig - ***** - 3/3/2024 - 388 Pages - Set in England

The Temptation of the Night Jasmine (Pink Carnation, #5) by Lauren Willig

4. Deep Purple
Deep Purple are an English rock band formed in London, in 1968. They are considered to be among the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock, but their musical approach has changed over the years. Originally formed as a psychedelic rock and progressive rock band, they shifted to a heavier sound with their 1970 album Deep Purple in Rock.
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
Assaulted Caramel by Amanda Flower - **** - 4/17/2024 - 328 Pages - Set in Ohio

Assaulted Caramel (Amish Candy Shop Mystery, #1) by Amanda Flower

5. Golden Earring
Golden Earring was a Dutch rock band, founded in 1961 in The Hague as The Tornados. They achieved worldwide fame with their international hit songs "Radar Love" in 1973, which went to number one on the Dutch chart, reached the top ten in the United Kingdom, and went to number thirteen on the United States chart. During their career they had nearly 30 top-ten singles on the Dutch charts and released 25 studio albums.
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
Midnight Crossroad by Charlaine Harris - ***** - 4/1/2024 - 305 Pages - Golden title (also published in 2014)

Midnight Crossroad (Midnight, Texas, #1) by Charlaine Harris

6. Green Day
Green Day is an American rock band formed in the East Bay of California in 1987 by lead vocalist and guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, together with bassist and backing vocalist Mike Dirnt. For most of the band's career they have been a power trio with drummer Tré Cool, who replaced John Kiffmeyer in 1990 before the recording of the band's second studio album, Kerplunk (1991).
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
Sugar Rush by Sawyer Bennett - **** - 4/11/2024 - 301 Pages - Set in San Francisco

Sugar Rush (Sugar Bowl, #2) by Sawyer Bennett

7. King Crimson
King Crimson were an English progressive rock band formed in 1968 in London. The band drew inspiration from a wide variety of music, incorporating elements of classical, jazz, folk, heavy metal, gamelan, industrial, electronic, experimental music and new wave.
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
Bride by Ali Hazelwood - ***** - 5/8/2024 - 416 Pages - Crimson Title

Bride by Ali Hazelwood

8. Pink Floyd
Pink Floyd were an English rock band formed in London in 1965. Gaining an early following as one of the first British psychedelic groups, they were distinguished by their extended compositions, sonic experimentation, philosophical lyrics and elaborate live shows. They became a leading band of the progressive rock genre, cited by some as the greatest progressive rock band of all time.
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
Ladies' Night by Jessica Adams - ** - 4/8/2024 - 512 Pages - Pink Title

Ladies' Night by Jessica Adams

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1982, comprising vocalist Anthony Kiedis, bassist Flea, drummer Chad Smith, and guitarist John Frusciante. Their music incorporates elements of alternative rock, funk, punk rock, hard rock, hip hop, and psychedelic rock.
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
Portrait in Death by J.D. Robb - ***** - 3/10/2024 - 347 Pages - Has at least 13 books

Portrait in Death (In Death, #16) by J.D. Robb

10. The White Stripes
The White Stripes were an American rock duo from Detroit, formed in 1997. The group consisted of Jack White (songwriting, vocals, guitar, piano, and bass) and Meg White (drums, percussion, and vocals). They were a leading group of the 2000s indie rock and garage rock revival.
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title.
While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams - ***** - 3/7/2024 - 367 Pages - White Title

While Justice Sleeps (Avery Keene, #1) by Stacey Abrams


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FINISHED

Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Read: 0/10

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location). Maine
Oregano Meatball Murder by Patti Benning 3/2/2024

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book with a blue title (show cover).
Lovers at the Museum by Isabel Allende by Isabel Allende 3/19/2024

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book with a cream title (show cover)
The Cracked Spine (Scottish Bookshop Mystery, #1) by Paige Shelton by Paige Shelton 3/18/2024

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book whose MC is a musician.
A Little Bit like Desire by Brooke Blaine 3/27/2024

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date). First published November 13, 2018
Look Alive Twenty-Five by Janet Evanovich 3/13/2024

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book with the word GREEN in the title.
Lethally Green by Amber Boffin 3/31/2024

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with the word CRIMSON in the title.
Crimson Lake by Candice Fox 5/25/2024

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London.
At the Drop of a Hat by Jenn McKinlay 5/4/2024

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California.
Getaway Death by Bonnie Hardy 3/5/2024

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book with a white title (show cover).
Frank Lloyd Wright The Man who Played with Blocks, A Short Illustrated Biography (Adventures with Architects Book 1) by Pia Abate by Leslie Freudenheim 3/29/2024


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Moondance (moondance120) | 537 comments Completion Post

Bands With Color Names
Duration: 03.01.24 - 05.31.24

10/10

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
Falling for Alaska Shannon L. Brown 03.01.24 3 stars Set in Alaska (Palmer)

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Random in Death J.D. Robb 05.09.24 5 stars set in futuristic New York City

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
Get a Life, Chloe Brown Talia Hibbert 03.04.24 4 stars Set in Nottinghamshire, England

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
Little Bookshop of Murder Maggie Blackburn 03.31.24 4 stars Set in North Carolina (Brigid's Island)

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
Cheddar Off Dead Julia Buckley 03.06.24 5 stars published 09.06.2016

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
One Poison Pie (Kitchen Witch Mysteries, #1) by Lynn Cahoon Lynn Cahoon 03.09.24 4 stars

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
GR List: https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/1...
The Happy Ever After Playlist Abby Jimenez 04.20.24 5 stars Jason is on tour in Australia at the beginning of the story then starts a long tour once back home with Sloane in tow

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
Pink Is The New Black Vella Day 05.27.24 3 stars

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
And the Killer Is... G.A. McKevett 03.21.24 4.5 stars Set in San Carmelita, California

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title.
Murder Uncorked (Cece Barton Mystery, #1) by Maddie Day Maddie Day 03.29.24 4 stars


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Barbara ★ | 3207 comments Bands With Color Names

READ: 10/10

✔1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
The Butcher of the Forest - Premee Mohamed 3/26

✔2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Random in Death - J.D. Robb 4/25

✔3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
Her Little Flowers - Shannon Morgan (Cumbria) 3/17

✔4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
The Last Word - Ellery Adams 3/29


✔5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
Iron Lake - William Kent Krueger (pub August 1998) 3/28

✔6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
Murder in the Mystery Suite - Ellery Adams 3/9
Murder in the Mystery Suite (Book Retreat Mysteries, #1) by Ellery Adams

✔7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
A Touch of Crimson - Sylvia Day 5/28

✔8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
Cloche and Dagger - Jenn McKinlay 3/16

✔9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
Gilded - Marissa Meyer 3/22
Gilded (Gilded, #1) by Marissa Meyer

✔10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title
Spelunking Through Hell - Seanan McGuire 3/4

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


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Tari (thann) | 2546 comments Finished

Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

10/10

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location)
OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
Alaska-A Locked Outhouse Murder Julie Ecker 3/2/24

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York
OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Murder Marks the Page Karen Rose Smith 3/24/24

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England
OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
Murder Mystery at the Castle Avery Kent 3/1/24

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON
OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
North Carolina-The Missing Masterpiece Murder Annie Hudson 3/11/24

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
Chili Cookoff Murder (Dead and Breakfast Cozy Mysteries) by Sara Bourgeois Sara Bourgeois 3/6/24

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
Book 2 Polar Fleecing Amity Allen 3/4/24

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
A Short Cut to Murder (Spring Harbor #2) by Amber Crewes Amber Crewes 3/13/24

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
With Killer Views (Flamingo Realty Mystery #6) by CeeCee James CeeCee James 5/30/24

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
This is #14 in the Killer Coffee Mysteries-Pour-Over Predicament Tonya Kappes 3/3/24

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title.
Battered and Buried (All-Day Breakfast Café Mystery, #7) by Lena Gregory Lena Gregory 3/19/24


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Bands With Color Names
Duration: Mar. 1st, 2024 - May 31st, 2024

10/10


The Bands
✅1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location) OR from the Horror genre OR with a black title (show cover) OR the word BLACK in the title.
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition, Book Five by Neil Gaiman - Mar. 9th

✅2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York OR with a monster like Godzilla in the story OR with a blue title (show cover) OR the word BLUE in the title.
Aftermarket Afterlife by Seanan McGuire - Mar. 7th

✅3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book set in England OR where someone says "I'm So Glad" in the text (share page/loc#) OR with a cream title (show cover) OR the word CREAM in the title.
Once & Future, Vol. 1: The King is Undead by Kieron Gillen - Mar. 20th

✅4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON OR whose MC is a musician OR with a purple title (show cover) OR the word PURPLE in the title.
A Man and His Cat, Vol. 2 by Umi Sakurai - Mar. 14th

✅5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book set in the Netherlands OR published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date) OR with a golden title (show cover) OR the word GOLDEN in the title.
The Premonition by Banana Yoshimoto - Mar. 7th
Dec. 15th, 1988

✅6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book set in the San Francisco area OR from a trilogy OR with a green title (show cover) OR the word GREEN in the title.
The Dating Plan by Sara Desai - Mar. 1st

✅7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story OR that can be called Cult Fiction OR with a crimson title (show cover) OR the word CRIMSON in the title.
Before Your Memory Fades (Before the Coffee Gets Cold, #3) by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Before Your Memory Fades by Toshikazu Kawaguchi - May 22nd

✅8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London OR set or published in the 1960s OR with a pink title (show cover) OR the word PINK in the title.
Before We Say Goodbye (Before the Coffee Gets Cold, #4) by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Before We Say Goodbye by Toshikazu Kawaguchi - May 30th

✅9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book set in California OR from a series with at least 13 books OR with a red title (show cover) OR the word RED in the title.
Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange - Apr. 4th

✅10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book set in Michigan OR where someone eats a peppermint candy OR with a white title (show cover) OR the word WHITE in the title.
From the Ashes My Story of Being Métis, Homeless, and Finding My Way by Jesse Thistle From the Ashes: My Story of Being Métis, Homeless, and Finding My Way by Jesse Thistle - Mar. 3rd


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WOOHOO Tari and Kendra!


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 Olivermagnus (lynda11282) | 1582 comments ~~~ Complete ~~~

Bands With Color Names
March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024

10
of 10 Complete

Object: Read one book for each band.

The Bands
🎼 1. Black Sabbath
Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM
Journey to the River Sea - Eva Ibbotson - 3/22/24 - set in Brazil

🎼 2. Blue Öyster Cult
Read a book with a blue title (show cover).
Lessons in Chemistry - Bonnie Garmus - 3/27/24
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

🎼 3. Cream
Read a book set in England
Heartstopper: Volume Five - Alice Oseman - 3/29/24

🎼 4. Deep Purple
Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in LONDON
The Traitor - Ava Glass - 3/14/24 - set in London

🎼 5. Golden Earring
Read a book set in the Netherlands
Death by Windmill - Jennifer S. Alderson - 3/28/24

🎼 6. Green Day
Read a book set in the San Francisco area
The Golden Gate - Amy Chua - 5/30/24

🎼 7. King Crimson
Read a book with a band on tour as a major part of the story
Song for a Cowboy - Sasha Summers - 4/29/24

🎼 8. Pink Floyd
Read a book set in London
Rutland Place - Anne Perry - 3/10/24

🎼 9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
Read a book with a red title (show cover).
Where the Shadows Lie - Michael Ridpath - 5/20/24
Where the Shadows Lie (Fire & Ice #1) by Michael Ridpath

🎼 10. The White Stripes
Read a book with a white title (show cover)
The Restorer - Amanda Stevens - 5/5/24
The Restorer (Graveyard Queen #1) by Amanda Stevens


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WOOHOO Lynda!


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Karen ♐ (kmk1214) | 1172 comments Finished!

Bands With Color Names
Duration: March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Read: 10/10

Object: Read one book for each band.


The Bands
1. Black Sabbath
⏺️ Read a book set in a location that begins with a letter in BIRMINGHAM (share location)
- Amesport -The Forbidden Billionaire J.S. Scott - 3/5/24

2. Blue Öyster Cult
⏺️ Read a book set in New York
- The Devil Wears Black L.J. Shen - 4/22/24

3. Cream
⏺️ Read a book with a cream title (show cover)
- Rooted in Sin (Chicago Sin #2) by Alta Hensley Alta Hensley - 3/4/24

4. Deep Purple
⏺️ Read a book with a purple title (show cover)
- Tempted (Into The Wild, #2) by Molly O'Keefe Molly O'Keefe - 3/19/24

5. Golden Earring
⏺️ Read a book published in any year from 1961 to 2021 (share date)
- Pub 2018 - Sweet Distraction Lainey Davis - 3/2/24

6. Green Day
⏺️ Read a book with a green title (show cover)
= Siren Unleashed (Texas Sirens, #7) by Sophie Oak Sophie Oak - 4/25/24

7. King Crimson
⏺️ Read a book with a crimson title (show cover)
- Unforgettable (Landmark Mountain, #1) by Willow Aster Willow Aster - 7/20/24

8. Pink Floyd
⏺️ Read a book set in London
- Gentleman Sinner Jodi Ellen Malpas - 3/14/24

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers
⏺️ Read a book with a red title (show cover)
- Man Hands (Man Hands, #1) by Sarina Bowen Sarina Bowen - 3/20/24

10. The White Stripes
⏺️ Read a book with a white title (show cover)
- Exposed (Black Light, #2) by Jennifer Bene Jennifer Bene - 3/10/24


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