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SUMMER CHALLENGE 2010
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Summer Challenge 2010 Completed Tasks (do NOT delete any posts in this thread)
This is for everyone who has finished!
pjreads wrote: "Beth NC(US) wrote: "One more down - Three to go!!!!!!20.5 LIBRARY LOVE - Real Murders by Charlaine Harris
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It helps if you clarify how your book fits the ..."
Sorry, the main character is a librarian.
Readerboard Name: Kim L.20.10 Group Read
I finished 20.10 by reading The Hunger Games. I made a comment in the group discussion thread.
Total Points: 140
KRISTEN MA (PEMBROKE)5.9 - GET CAUGHT READING - I read The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong on the train to and from work. ** Kelley Armstron is a GOODREADS AUTHOR***
10.8 UNDER THE SEA - I read The Walrus Was Paul: The Great Beatle Death Clues by R. Gary Patterson
20.9 LUCK OF THE DRAW - SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE - I read Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins and I watched 500 days of Summer.
50.1 PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE - sTORI TELLING by Tori Spelling was on my friend Sarah's read list.
Enchanted, Inc. by Shanna Swendson is on my friend Jaime's to be read list.
Sizzling Sixteen by Janet Evanovich was on my friend Emily G's currently reading list.
TOTAL POINTS: 310
TASKS COMPLETED: 18
TOTAL BOOKS: 27
TASKS IN PROGRESS: 2
TOTAL PAGES: 9278
20.9 - The Spirit of IndependenceA. Read one book from The Indies Choice Awards
AND
B. Watch an Independent Film Spirit Award Winner or Nominee
A. Read: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
AND
B. Watched: Rachel Getting Married (2009)
New Point Total: 50
Tasks Completed: 4
Books Read: 4
Pages Read: 1333
10.2 The (Blank) Who.....I read The Girl Who Fell From the Sky by Heidi W. Durrow **Goodreads Author**
Tasks Completed - 12
Books Read - 14
Points - 185
15.5 - "The Great Authors Were Great Readers, And One Way To Understand Them Is To Read The Books They Read." — Mortimer J. Adler ~ A. Desperation by Stephen King AND B. 1984Total Points: 675/950
Tasks Completed: 45
Books Read: 57/77
Books by Goodreads authors: 8
Big Books: 4 (500+), 0 (750+), 0 (1000+)
50.1 - Beth NC's Task - Let the Tarot DecidePast- From Dead to Worse by Charlaine Harris- on my friends Kathryn Read list
Present- Lemon Meringue Pie Murder by Joanne Fluke - on my friends Kathryn currently reading
Future- Dearly Devoted Dexter by Jeff Lindsay - on my friends Norma TBR
Tasks Completed: 7
Points Earned: 190
Books Read: 12
pjreads wrote: "Kiri wrote: "10.1 (Stormy) - Lost in Translation by Nicole Mones (1999) 391pp Points This Task: 10
10.2 (The/Who) - [..."
Task 15.3 requires that YOU..."
Are you sure?
"When you post this task include a link to the blog and a review of the book."
That read to me like we were supposed to include the blogger and their review. I don't have a problem including my review it just didn't read that way to me.
Kiri wrote: "pjreads wrote: "Kiri wrote: "10.1 (Stormy) - Lost in Translation by Nicole Mones (1999) 391pp Points This Task: 10
10.2 (The/Who) - [..."
Task 15.3 requi..."
Yes, I'm sure. In the task help thread Cynthia clarified "You provide the link to the blog and write your own review of the book.:
pjreads wrote: "Yes, I'm sure. In the task help thread Cynthia clarified "You provide the link to the blog and write your own review of the book.:"
ok then! one repost coming right up! =)
15.3A (Book/Blogs) - Across the Nightingale Floor (Tales of the Otori, # 1) by Lian Hearn (2002) 292pp
15.3B (Book/Blogs) - Fashionista Pirahna her review here
My review: This story begins one of my favorite series. Set in a slightly-alternate Japan it contains a story filled with mystery, suspense, and intrigue. It is believable and very well done. I could ramble on for pages and pages about how wonderful this book is, but I won't. I will just urge you to pick it up and read it. You will enjoy it.
Points This Task: 15
Total Points This post: 85
Total Points: 940/950
Tasks Completed: 55/56
Books Read: 81
Books by Goodreads authors: 5
Big Books: 6 (500+), 3 (750+), 1 (1000+)
10.8 (Under/Sea) - The Lobster Chronicles: Life On a Very Small Island by Linda Greenlaw (2002) 331ppPoints This Task: 10
Total Points This post: 10
Total Points: 950/950
Tasks Completed: 56/56
Books Read: 82
Books by Goodreads authors: 5
Big Books: 6 (500+), 3 (750+), 1 (1000+)
and I'm done... *falls over in a heap*
Mod
Past - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling - on Katy's "read" list.
Present - Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide by Nicholas D. Kristof - Jason Letts is currently reading.
Future - Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine - on Kathy (G) CA's TBR list.
Points: 575
Books: 48
Books by Goodreads authors: 5
Big Books - 1 (Over 500), 1 (over 750)
Tasks: 35
25.5 Dirt by Stuart Woods and Trial by Fire by JA JanceDirt - Stone Barrington always has a way with the women, and Dirt is no exception. He finds the love of his life in Dirt. Stuart Woods has a way of making you feel you are a fly on the wall, which makes me feel like I am living the story, which is what I like about his books.
Trial By Fire - Ali Reynolds, divorced and out of work,has returned to her home town and gets involved in yet another murder. Following Ali as she solves the mystery makes me feel like I am right there with her, which is what I love about JA Jance's books.
30.5 Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder by Joanne Fluke (novel with recipes) and Strawberry Shortcake Murder by Joanne Fluke (food in title)
My contribution to the party is my Chocolate Chip Coffee cake. It stands out because people think of it as being a heavy cake but the sour cream makes it very light.
TAsks Completed: 10
Ponts Earned: 225
Boods Read: 20
5.9 Get Caught ReadingThe Serpent and the Rainbow by Wade Davis
5 points
&
10.1 Stormy Weather
Roots by Alex Haley
(including my previous posts 55 points total)
LINDSEY TN5.3 - S.U.M.M.E.R
Witch on the Water by Christine & Ethan Rose *GoodReads Authors*
15.3 - Books And Blogs
The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker by Leanna Renee Hieber *GoodReads Author*
I found this book from one of my favorite author's blogs - http://www.christineandethanrose.com/...
And here is my review of it. I gave it five stars.
I just loved this book. It was as if it were written just for me. I think if I ever commissioned an author to write a novel for me, it would probably come out to be pretty close to this. I was so drawn in even from the first couple pages. The dark streets of Victorian-era London are just so enticing. I was into this book from the beginning, but then I was really into it when Professor Alexi came into it. It was as though he was a piece of my own soul.
The supernatural plot line was a little confusing. I wasn't sure of the exact motives behind the greater forces at work. I'm hoping that more will be explained in the second book. I also feel like I should have paid better attention at the very beginning when the prophecy was given, as that is a key part of the book.
I loved the struggles with forbidden love, duty/destiny vs. personal pursuits, and dealing with friends who won't believe you even when the fate of the world rests on it
Tasks Completed - 22
Books Read - 26
Pages Read - 7405
Total Points - 285
Books by Goodreads authors: 5
Big Books: 1 (500+), 0 (750+), 0 (1000+)
Ms Anderson wrote: "*dances lots*----
5.5 Dropping Names
A Separate Peace
5.6 "I Only Regret..."
I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You
10.1 Stormy Weather
[book:Diva|5..."
Big congratulations!!!!!!!!!
20.9 Spirit of IndependenceA. Read The Help by Kathryn Stockett A GR AUTHOR
B. watched Houst of Sand & Fog a 2004 Independent Film Spirit award winner for best supporting actress. I have to say I liked the book better than the movie.
Points this Task 20
total Points 625
total books 48
Lindsey Ⓥ wrote: "5.3 - S.U.M.M.E.RWitch on the Water by Christine & Ethan Rose *GoodReads Authors*
15.3 - Books And Blogs
The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker by Leann..."
LINDSEY TN - please put your Readerboard name at the top of your posts.
The circled V shows up on some people's screens as a blank square.
Cindy AL wrote: "Cindy AL wrote: "This is a repost to correct a problem. I actually think I posted this before I was ready! The correction is in 15.7 Shantaram. 10.3 Book Goodreader is currently reading: [book:..."
No repost required.
Tracyj wrote: "I'm not sure which posts of mine are before 850, so I am reposting my goodreads authors and big book. THESE HAVE ALL ALREADY BEEN POSTED AND ACCOUNTED FOR.10.1 Beautiful Lies by [..."
Goodreads Authors and Big Books lists are here:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/3...
It would have been helpful!! if you had checked the Goodreads Authors and Big Books lists yourself instead of expecting the Moderators to do it for you.
Only Goodreads Author not already on the list was Dolen Perkins-Valdez.
I completed task 50.1 - Beth NC's Task - Let the Tarot Decide.A. Past - Deliverance by James Dickey (BJ Lee)
B. Present - The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy (Stephanie K)
C. Future - Dubliners by James Joyce (Kathy G.)
Total points = 230
Task 20.9 - Spirit of IndependenceI read The Help by Kathyrn Stockett and then watched the movie Crazy Heart (Winner, Best First Feature)
Total Points: 175
Mike in MA
20.8 - B&N ClassicsThe War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells
Total Points: 400
Tasks Completed: 22/56
5.6; 5.7
10.2; 10.3; 10.5; 10.6; 10.10
15.3; 15.10
20.1; 20.2; 20.3; 20.8; 20.9; 20.10
25.1; 25.6; 25.8; 25.9
30.1; 30.3; 30.5
Tasks in Progress: 15.1; 15.4; 15.8; 25.4; 25.5; 25.10; 50.1
Books Read: 33
Books by Goodreads authors: 3 (Sarah Addison Allen x2 (10.2 and 30.5A), Kathryn Stockett (20.9A))
Big Books: 0 (500+), 0 (750+), 0 (1000+)
Task 10.9 "Cannot Open a Book without Learning Something"The Big Short: Inside the Doomsday Machine by Michael Lewis
I completed Part A of the task, and my subject was the world of finance. I felt the need to know more seeing as I work in the financial industry and yet have no no background whatsoever in finance.
Previous Points: 175
Current Points: 185
I finished Task 25.9 (Swim Suit Edition) by reading 2666 (Option A: Tank Suit: read one book of at least 850 pgs)
2666 is 1136 pages long. I'd like to claim a Big, Big Book ticket, please!
I'm not sure yet what I think of this book. I'm glad I read it and just need to think it over for a few days before I write a review.
Old points: 235
New points:
pre-post 851 GR Authors for Delicious Dee5.9 - Shiloh Walker and Meljean Brook (book was an anthology)
10.4 - Tere Michaels
25.10 - Stella Cameron
wendyma25.4 - Nicole OH's Task - Happy Birthday to Me!
In honor of my (Nicole's) July 10th birthday:
A. Read a book by a writer who is a Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Michael Connolly (Cancer July 21) Lost Light AND
B. Read a book that has a NOUN in the title. This noun MUST appear on page 31 of your Part A book (I am turning 31 this summer).
p. 31 CASE Worst Case by Patterson
25 points
885 total
Jill MI15.6 Congo River
For Part B, I read We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families: Stories from Rwanda by Philip Gourevitch which is set in Rwanda.
For Part C, I read Prince Charming which is the second longest book by Julie Garwood.
Points for this task: 15
Total Points: 435
Tasks Completed: 26
Books Read: 38
Pages Read: 11590
Jill MIRepost for post 2415 - I apologize, I thought I included enough of an explanation.
25.5 Share the Summer Love
My current favorite genre is romantic thrillers, so I read Return to Me by Christy Reece. I read it mainly because it is the second in a series, but it was an interesting story about human trafficking of children and it reconnected with familiar characters. I enjoyed it because it was a very fast paced story with a romance worked into the plot. I like romantic thrillers because it includes a mystery/crime story with a more human element to it wiht the romance.
My other favorite genre (I wouldn't put it as second because they pretty much tie) is detective/mysteries. I read S is for Silence by Sue Grafton, which definitely fit the genre. I was guessing till the end about the murderer, and I really liked how she included memories from other characters. I enjoy detective/mysteries because a good author (like Sue Grafton) will keep you guessing till the end of the book and it makes you want to keep reading.
Current Total Points: 435
Tasks Completed: 26
Books Read: 38
Pages Read: 11590
Finished 30.4 - The Science of CrimeI read A Cure for Night by Justin Peacock who meets the male author requirement of the task. This book was pretty good. I gave it 3*.
I then read Person of Interest by Theresa Schwegel who meets the femal author requirement of the task. I loved this book - I haven't decided if it's a 4* or 5* read yet. I wish that I could give 4.5*.
Justin Peacock is a GR author.
Total Points: 275 + 30 = 305
Petra wrote: "I finished Task 25.9 (Swim Suit Edition) by reading 2666 (Option A: Tank Suit: read one book of at least 850 pgs)
2666 is 1136 pages long. I'd like to claim a Big, Big Book tick..."
I have this book on my TBR shelf at home. I will be looking out for your thoughts on this one. Most people I know who read it absolutely loved it.
Lauren CT10.2: The ____ Who ___: The Cat Who Went Bananas by Lilian Jackson Braun. First book I read in this series- it kept me entertained during a long flight!
15.3 Books and Blogs: I don't follow any blogs, so I used one that someone else already claimed to direct me. I read At First Sight by Nicholas Sparks. Here is the link to the blog: http://bookreviewsbykatie.blogspot.co...
My review: It was not my favorite Nicholas Sparks book. I seem to be in a slump where I am not really enjoying much of what I read at the moment - nothing is drawing me in. I had an especially tough time getting into this. I didn't really like the character of Lexie - she was whiny and hard to relate to, while Jeremy was overdramatic about everything! Once I got past the first half, the second half really picked up for me, and I was crying by the end.
20.8 B+N Classics: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Totals:
Total Points: 465
Total Tasks: 32
Total Pages: 12249
Total Books: 39
Cindie wrote: "Ms Anderson wrote: "*dances lots*----
5.5 Dropping Names
A Separate Peace
5.6 "I Only Regret..."
I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You
10.1 Stormy ..."
Congrats, Ms. Anderson! Way to go.
Kiri wrote: "10.8 (Under/Sea) - The Lobster Chronicles: Life On a Very Small Island by Linda Greenlaw (2002) 331ppPoint..."
Awesome, Kiri!
Hi I just completed task 5.7 - Transportation.The book I read was Midwives, by Chris Bohjalian. I chose this book because there is car on the front cover.
Chris Bohjalian is also a Goodreads author.
Thank you,
CathyNJ
Finished:20.9 Luck of the Draw The Spirit of Independence
A. 2002 The Book Sense Book of the Year Honor Book
Ava's Man by Rick Bragg
B. Watched Juno
Grand total points 915
Hearty congratulations Kiri! I look forward to your Fall task.
25.8- Once Upon A TimeI read Charming the Prince and A Kiss to Remember both by Teresa Medeiros - both sweet takes on Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella.
Points for this task- 25
Total Points- 265
Total books read-24
Pages Read- 6727
GR authors- 8
25.9- Swim SuitI read a Tankini- 850 pages of books published within the last 5 years
The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter, High Line by T.A. Chase,Unleashed by Cherrie Lynn and Wolf Tales X by Kate Douglas
Cherrie Lynn is a GR Author
Points for this task- 25
Total Points- 290
Total books read-28
Pages Read- 7805
GR authors- 9
10.1 Stormy Weather: Hurricaine LisaWake by Lisa McMann
25.5 - Helen's Task - Share the Summer Love
Favorite genre: Fantasy: I love reading books that take my to another word and away from mundane life. Tempted by PC Cast does this be taking the reader into a world of myth and magic. The characters go through normal issues that are a part of growing up. At the same time, they have to deal with things that around far beyond everyday life.
2nd fav genre: Historical Romances: I love to read them in the summer when I am out of school. I always say it gives me a chance to read purely for fun. Secrets of a Proper Lady by Victoria Alexander
50.1 Past, Present, Future
Past: Dead to the World by Charlaine Harris was on Kristen's list
Present: Dead as a Doornail also by Harris was in on Torie's list
Future: Grave Surprise also by Harris was on Ashley's list
Points this post 85
Total Points: 285
Tasks Done 17
Books Read: 27
Total Pages 7905
25.2a The Girl Who Stopped Swimming by Joshilyn Jackson25.2b Tuesdays with Morrie byMitch Albom
Total points 300
30.3 Ode to IllinoisMrs. Lincoln and Mrs. Keckly: The Remarkable Story of the Friendship Between a First Lady and a Former Slave - while I didn't enjoy the book as much as I'd hoped, I did learn about Lizzy Keckly, a most remarkable woman, and have added her autobiography to my Wish List
Tara Road was on Oprah's list.
Accumulated total: 240
repost 20.6 (Must Read) - Gorillas in the Mist by Dian_Fossey (1983) 326pp
Why this is a must read: This book is a non-fiction account of the situation of the mountain gorilla and Dian Fosseys' experience of their extinction and the reasons thereof. Extrapolated it also explains much of the loss of habitat and our own diminishing diversity of resources upon this planet. I think it is a must read for a myriad of reasons, although she is not a professional scientist and it is not a book written for this purpose, she does illustrate how ignorance, greed, and the pursuit of money are wrecking the ecosystem. More bluntly put if we don't pay attention we won't have a place to live and breathe if we don't pay attention. This book is a good way to illustrate that.
Points This Task: 20
Total Points This post: 20
Total Points: 950/950
Tasks Completed: 56/56
Books Read: 82
Books by Goodreads authors: 5
Big Books: 6 (500+), 3 (750+), 1 (1000+)
and now I'm *really* done...
btw next season when tasks are posted all the requirements need to be in the task itself not scattered in the task help thread. ok? I've been tripped up by that this time and it has been annoying.
Sera wrote: "I have this book on my TBR shelf at home. I will be looking out for your thoughts on this one. Most people I know who read it absolutely loved it. ..."Sera, I enjoyed the book but it isn't easy to condense into a review. I recommend it for anyone who enjoys a thoroughly well-written book that requires Reader input/thought. This is not a clear, concise, "cozy" book. When you read it, let me know. I'd look forward to any discussions on it.
Ms Anderson wrote: "*dances lots*----
5.5 Dropping Names
A Separate Peace
5.6 "I Only Regret..."
I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You
10.1 Stormy Weather
[book:Diva|5..."
Congrats Ms. Anderson!
Sue IL20.2 Read a book set before 1450AD
Cleopatra's Daughter by Michelle Moran
Tells the story of Kleopatra Selene, daughter of Marc Antony and Kleopatra, from her parents' deaths in August of 30 BC to slightly before her marriage in 25 BC.
Points this task: 20
Total Points: 410
Tasks Completed: 27
Books Read: 36
GoodReads Authors: 6
Big Books: 500+ (2), 750+ (2), 1000+ (0)
50 point taskREAD - read The Angel's Game by Carlos Ruiz Zafón from my friend Wendy's list.
TO BE READ - read Execution Dock: A Novel by Anne Perry on my friend Delicious Dee the Book Slut's TO BE READ LIST
CURRENTLY READING - read Hold Tight by Harlan Coben from my friend Lisa H. CURRENTLY READING LIST as of 8/9/10.
points this task 50
total points 675
MAN, trying so hard to finish....
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Readerboard Name: Kim L.
Task 25.5, favorite genres
I finished 25.5. I love lots of different genres so I picked two of many I could pick! The first one I picked was young adult. I like reading young adult books so I can help my kids find good books to read as they get older. The book I read was This World We Live In. This book was the third book in a series about a meteor hitting the moon and the effect it has on the Earth. It wasn't my favorite books of the series, but I liked it. It can be an uncomfortable book to read, but I think it's a good reminder about how we should be prepared for emergencies.
I also like romantic, suspense books. I like to read romance, but I like romance where the characters have challenges to face and suspense books usually have other stuff going on. For this genre I read A Bid For Love. I gave it three stars. It was good, but a little predictable. I haven't decided if I will read the rest of the series or not.
Total Points: 120