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October 2011 Challenge2/6
D Divergent by Veronica Roth
R Ragnarok: The End of the Gods by A.S. Byatt
* Good Oil by Laura Buzo
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Looking at those ratings there might be something very wrong with me.
RLFTCI ~ October 2011 Challenge ~ Spell D.A.R.K. +2Man-oh-man! This cold has thrown me for a loop and I'm way behind in my reading. Plus, I need to finish some continuing education classes. I hope I can finish all my challenges!
4/6
✔D. - Danger's Kiss, by Sarah McKerrigan ★★★★✩ PB 10/22
A. - At Grave's End, by Jeaniene Frost (OD audio)
R. - The Right Path, by Nora Roberts (OD audio)
✔K. - Killing Me Softly, by Maggie Shayne ★★★✩✩ PB 10/12
✔ Reader's Choice #1 - Texas Hold Him, by Lisa Cooke ★★★★✩Kindle 10/10
✔ Reader's Choice #2 - Changeless, by Gail Carriger ★★★★✩ Adobe Digital 10/21; buddy read; pages 374
Currently stalled with:
Alternates:
Daughter of York: A Novel, by Anne Easter Smith (OD audio)
Dorothy Garlock = Leaving Whiskey Bend (OD audio)
Abé, Shana = The Dream Thief (PB)
Archangel's Kiss, by Nalini Singh (PB)
Are You There Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea, by Chelsea Handler (OD audio)
Roberts, Nora = Chesapeake Blue (OD audio)
The River Knows, by Amanda Quick (OD audio)
Koontz, Dean = Watchers (OD audio)
Kyra Davis = Lust, Loathing and a Little Lip Gloss (PB)
Duration: October 1-31st2/4
D
Austin Erickson
R
Katniss Everdeen
rameau wrote: "So... I'm hating so far."Aww, hopefully it gets better for you.
Whimsy struck. Changed up my book for "D"RLFTCI October 2011 Challenge
5/6 Completed
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2nd - Breaking Point by Pamela Clare
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I'm struggling with Breaking Point so far. Taken me a week and I'm still only 35% done with it. I'm just not a big fan of Zack so far. He's a verbal a%$ to Natalie so far, but his inner monologue is sorta saving him. A little...
Really, Heather? Whoa. Some people just love that book. Interesting. I just had one that didn't do it for me either, yet other people loved it.
It's really sad because I have LOVED the series up until now. It's really only the hero that's causing me grief, hopefully when some of the "tension" is released, some of his curtness will go away and I'll like him more and the book!I did love my first Karen Rose book. I was smitten with Vito and will be checking out more of her books for absolute sure!!!
Oh, yeah! Heather, I loved
. I had heard that it is #7 for one series, but can be considered #1 for another, so I went for it. Man-oh-man! Am I glad I did? Yes. I have a couple more of Karen Rose's books to read. There is just not enough time!
Lisa Kay wrote: "Oh, yeah! Heather, I loved . I had heard that it is #7 for one series, but can be considered #1 for another, so I went for it. Man-oh-man! Am I glad I did..."Oh so glad I checked this. I've been struggling for enthusiasm to read my "v" book in another challenge. Just checked and I had this book, so I think Vito Ciccotelli will do nicely as a letter substitute and I can swap some books around :-) Thanks ladies!
Great, CaroB. Be warned: the bad guy is
diabolical
. And it is a procedural crime novel, but with a nice touch of romance.
Exactly what Lisa Kay said, CaroB.You really couldn't find a better "V" for your challenge in my book. Vito may be in my top 10 favorite male characters. =)
Lisa Kay wrote: "Great, CaroB. Be warned: the bad guy is diabolical. And it is a procedural crime novel, but with a nice touch of romance."Sounds good, I'm in the mood for a crime novel.
Heather wrote: "Exactly what Lisa Kay said, CaroB.
You really couldn't find a better "V" for your challenge in my book. Vito may be in my top 10 favorite male characters. =)"
That is a big call, Heather!
October 2011 Challenge – DARK! Rules: Using the first letter of the books’ title (excluding A, An, The, unless of course you need the “A”) spell out D*A*R*K for the spooky, fun month of October and then of course there are 2 books of your choice for a total of 6 books for this challenge.
Duration: October 1-31st
Participants: 13
CaroB 4/6 read
Cathy 3/6 read
Cheryl 4/6 read
Christine S. 0/6 read
Heather 5/6 read
Laura 0/6 read
Lisa Kay 4/6 read
Lizz Neill 2/6 read
Megan 0/6 read
Michelle 1/6 read
rameau 3/6 read
Susan (susayq) 4/6 read
Valorie 4/6
Total read so far this month: 34
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October ChallengeDARK
Number of Books: 6
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K:Kiss an Angel by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
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October 2011 Challenge4/6
R Ragnarok: The End of the Gods by A.S. Byatt
* Good Oil by Laura Buzo
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Oh, rameau! You didn't like
did you?
Lisa Kay wrote: "Oh, rameau! You didn't like did you?"No, I didn't :( Had I been swept away from the beginning I would have loved it but my mind latched on a single detail and then started unravelling everything. I question too much to simply believe and accept the concept introduced in the book.
Latching onto a single detail? I've done that and it has ruined a book for me, so I can relate. I do too much eye rolling to enjoy the rest of the story.
Aww, really hoped that one would turn around for you, rameau!
rameau wrote: "No, I didn't :( Had I been swept away from the beginning I would have loved it but my mind latched on a single..."Oh snap, rameau! I do the same thing often. It all depends on my mood at the start of the read.
Valorie wrote: "4/6 Done3. R:
Valorie, I meant to tell you I loved that series. I can't remember where I left off, but I must get back to it. All birds - loved it.
RLFTCI-October Challenge DARK6/6 DONE!!!
D Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens 10/12
A Against the Fire by Kat Martin 10/20
R Ranney, Karen Upon a Wicked Time 10/17
K Kinley MacGregor Sword of Darkness 10/24
My choice Lingerby Maggie Stiefvater 10/6
My choice Forever by Maggie Stiefvater 10/15
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thanks Michelle!
thanks Carob and Heather!
Thanks Megan and Lisa Kay!
RLFTCI: October Challenge - DARKOct 1st to Oct 31st
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RLFTCI October 2011 Challenge6/6 Completed
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Yay Heather!! Congrats!
I'm in! 5/6
D. The Deed by Lynsay SandsCOMPLETED 10/25*****
A. The Accidental Vampire by Lynsay Sands
R. Ripe for Pleasure by Isobel CarrCOMPLETED 10/12*****
K. Knight of Pleasureby Margaret MalloryCOMPLETED 10/6*****
1. Megan's Mark by Lora Leigh COMPLETED 10/3****
2. In Bed with a Highlander by Maya BanksCOMPLETED 10/9*****
Cheryl, you really liked Ripe for Pleasure? I have it on my dresser and just havent read it yet. It sounds like I say that often. It could be cause I have a ton of books that I've bought and not gotten to yet lol
I did like it alot and I know what you mean. I have so many on my bookshelf and yet I still go to the library and leave with at least 5 books. I am out of control. I know I will eventually finish all of them it's just a matter of time. I'm just trying to get my challenges done first.
Yes! I went to library yesterday and got 3 for me and 4 for my class lol my youngest daughter counted how many books were laying on my nighstand, dresser and makeup table last week and there were 122. That's not een any of my bookshelves! I think I have a HUGE problem roflol
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