Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge

[Sandra]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

3/15 Completed

1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Angela Knight - Master of Fire
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon 17/5/12 ★★★★★
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental 21/5/12 ★★★★
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★★
10.Paramore: The Rest Falls Away
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls

[Susan]

7/20



1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction. The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement. The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy. How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book. Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)

16 - 20. Bonus Books

16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards. Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)

17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.

18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South

19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.

20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.

Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com

[Becky]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

2/20

1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting 5/19

2. Alice in Chains - A bondage/ S&M/erotica story 5/20

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

16 - 20. Bonus Books

[TarynXO]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
May 15th - August 14th, 2012


1/20 Completed

1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
2. Alice in Chains --Bared to You by Sylvia Day
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
5. Disturbed --Nightshifted by Cassie Alexander
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
15. Jack Johnson --The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
16. Red Hot Chilli Peppers --Dark Lover by J.R Ward
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
18. No Doubt --First Comes Love by Katie Kavinsky
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley

[Wan]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
1/20

1.Stone Temple Pilots:
2.Alice in Chains: BDSM/Erotica Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James 5/20 (5)
3.Kings of Leon: a royal figure/war Lover Unbound by J.R. Ward
4.Black Eyed Peas:
5.Disturbed:
6.Green Day: Green cover Alien in the Family by Gini Koch
7.Incubus: an incubus/dreams The Guardian by Sherrilyn Kenyon
8.Jane’s Addiction: J author’s A Mermaid's Kiss by Joey W. Hill
9.Muse: Greek Myth The Darkest Seduction by Gena Showalter
10.Paramore:
11.Rage Against the Machine:
12.Sublime:
13.The White Stripes: White cover First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones
14.Big Time Rush:
15.Jack Johnson: takes place in Summer Fifty Shades Darker

Bonus:
16.Maroon 5: 5th in Series Alien Diplomacy by Gini Koch
17.Coldplay: sets in winter or word Ice, cold in title
18.Jon Bon Jovi: author name starts with J or B The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
19.Nirvana: takes place in Seattle Fifty Shades Freed by E.L. James
20.:Guns n' Roses guns on cover Alien Proliferation by Gini Koch

[Bookchaser]

Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)
Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012

Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.

You may post your list in advance, but no reading before May 15.

2/15 "Regular" + 1/?? "Bonus" Completed

01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.

03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
Darkfire Kiss by Deborah Cooke
OR
The Black Swan (The Riordan Brothers, #1) by Ana Seymour
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery 05/21/12
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
My Scottish Summer by Connie Brockway, Patti Berg, Debra Dier and Kathleen Givens 05/18/12

Bonus:
The Cyrkle: The Third Circle by Amanda Quick 05/21/12


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[Barbara ★]

READ: 3/20

1.Stone Temple Pilots: Borrower of the Night - Elizabeth Peters (archeological setting)
2.Alice in Chains: Ascension - Caris Roane (title starts with A)
♫ 3.Kings of Leon: Kiss of Fate - Deborah Cooke (war: Pyr vs Slayers) 5/20
♫ 4.Black Eyed Peas: A Necklace of Water - Cate Tiernan (set in Louisiana) 5/18
5.Disturbed: Sahara - Clive Cussler (thriller)
6.Green Day: Retribution - Sherrilyn Kenyon (green cover)
7.Incubus: Ship of Magic - Robin Hobb (supernatural:the ship is alive)
8.Jane’s Addiction: Ghostland - Jory Strong (J author)
9.Muse: Blood Will Tell - Samantha Young (mythology)
10.Paramore: Kushiel's Dart - Jacquelyn Carey (heroine is a courtesan spy)
11.Rage Against the Machine: On Ice - David Ramus (mystery)
12.Sublime: Host - Faith Hunter (sublime cover)
13.The White Stripes: Baby It's Cold Outside - Addison Fox (white cover)
♫ 14.Big Time Rush: A Feather of Stone - Cate Tiernan (young adult) 5/17
15.Jack Johnson: Weekend Warriors - Fern Michaels (chick lit)
16.Bonus: Neon Trees: Eyes Of Crow - Jeri Smith-Ready (trees on cover)
17.Bonus: Zac Brown Band: My Give a Damn's Busted - Carolyn Brown
18.Bonus: Gloriana: Talk of the Town - Karen Hawkins (Glory, NC #1)
19.Bonus: Foster the People: Hard To Handle - Lori Foster
20.Bonus: Maroon 5: Three Weeks To Say Goodbye - C.J. Box (5 words in title)

[Sandra]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

4/15 Completed

1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Chayton's Twins 21/5/12 ★★★★
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon 17/5/12 ★★★★★
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental 21/5/12 ★★★★
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★★
10.Paramore: The Rest Falls Away
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls

[TarynXO]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
May 15th - August 14th, 2012


2/20 Completed

1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
2. Alice in Chains --Bared to You by Sylvia Day
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
5. Disturbed --Nightshifted by Cassie Alexander
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
15. Jack Johnson --The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
16. Red Hot Chilli Peppers --Dark Lover by J.R Ward
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
18. No Doubt --First Comes Love by Katie Kavinsky
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley

[Anna's Herding Cats]

6/20 finished

I'm going to try for these but might change them around a bit if they don't fit as nicely after I read them. Hope the bonus ones are done right.

1. Stone Temple Pilots-archeological/temples: Atlantis Unleashed by Alyssa Day [5/22]
2. Alice in Chains-BDSM/erotica/A name:Nauti Intentions by Lora Leigh [5/15]
3. Kings of Leon - Royalty: Wicked in Your Arms by Sophie Jordan []
4. Black Eyed Peas - Chef: The Sweetest Thing by Jill Shalvis []
5. Disturbed - crazy characters:My Soul to Steal by Rachel Vincent [5/16]
6. Green Day - Green cover: Dime Store Magic by Kelley Armstrong []
7. Incubus - If I Die by Rachel Vincent [5/17]
8. Jane’s Addiction - New York to Dallas by JD Robb [5/19] (can also be hotel)
9. Muse -Greek mythology: Atlantis Unmasked by Alyssa Day []
10. Paramore - Courtesan: Kismet by Monica Burns []
11. Rage Against the Machine - Law enforcement: Head Over Heels by Jill Shalvis []
12. Sublime -Beautiful cover:
13. The White Stripes - White title: Shelter Mountain by Robyn Carr []
14. Big Time Rush - YA/single parent:
15. Jack Johnson - Summer/beach/lake/chick lit: Lucky in Love by Jill Shalvis []

Bonus Books

16. All American Rejects: hero/heroine turns the other down/low self esteem/dirty little secret (hidden relationship)
17. Carbon Leaf (nature):River Marked by Patricia Briggs [5/21]
18. Parachute: adrenaline junkie-
19. Drowning Pool: warriors/let the bodies hit the floor-character faints/death/funerals
20. 3 Doors Down: hero/heroine are neighbors, stay at a hotel

[Nikki ♥]

Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
May 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
1.15

Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte
Muse:
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime: Switched by Amanda Hocking 5/21/12
White Stripes: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:

[Bookchaser]

Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)
Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012

Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.


3/15 "Regular" + 2/?? "Bonus" Completed

01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.

03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
The Black Swan (The Riordan Brothers, #1) by Ana Seymour 05/22/12
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery 05/21/12
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
My Scottish Summer by Connie Brockway, Patti Berg, Debra Dier and Kathleen Givens 05/18/12

Bonus:
The Cyrkle: The Third Circle by Amanda Quick 05/21/12
Foster the People: Jordan by Lori Foster 05/24/12


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[KarenF]

I'm in for all of them. I'll post as I go.

2/20 Read

1. Stone Temple Pilots:
2. Alice in Chains: Tricked by Kevin Hearne 5/19/12 (Atticus)
3. Kings of Leon:
4. Black Eyed Peas:
5. Disturbed:
6. Green Day:
7. Incubus:
8. Jane's Addiction:
9. Muse: Tempted by Elisabeth Naughton 5/22/12
10. Paramore:
11. Rage Against the Machine:
12. Sublime:
13. The White Stripes:
14. Big Time Rush:
15. Jack Johnson:
16. Beastie Boys: (RIP MCA :( Set in NYC)
17. Bauhaus: (Features a vampire)
18. Led Zeppelin: (Epic Fantasy)
19. The Clash: (Set in London)
20. Kraftwerk: (Sci Fi/Futuristic)

[Ceej]

BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)


1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
2. Alice in Chains - Sweet Possession
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
4. Black Eyed Peas - Night Play
5. Disturbed - Sweet Temptation 5/22
6. Green Day - Brave the Wild Wind
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
9. Muse - TBA
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
11. Rage Against the Machine - TBA
12. Sublime - Sevin
13. The White Stripes - All I Need Is You
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
15. Jack Johnson - Savage Thunder
16. The Four Tops (4th in a Series) - The Scent of Jasmine
17. Rascal Flatts (has kids in the story) - TBA
18. Big & Rich (cowboys) - Corralled: A Blacktop Cowboys Novel
19. Three Dog Night (Night in the title) - Seize the Night
20. Sister Sledge (involves a family) - Forever Yours

[Brett]

6/15

1. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever5/19
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted5/22
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound

[Brett]

KarenF wrote: "I'm in for all of them. I'll post as I go.

2/20 Read

1. Stone Temple Pilots:
2. Alice in Chains: Tricked by Kevin Hearne 5/19/12 (Atticus)
3. Kings of Leon:
4. Black Eyed Peas:
5. Disturbed:
6. ..."

I just finished Tempted today, too! What did you think of it?

[Carrie]

15. Jack Johnson:(Summer/beach) The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks (may 23rd)

[Leslie]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

10/10

*Black Eyed Peas: "Chef" - Hot Flash *read 6/13/12*

*Disturbed: "thriller" - Hot as Sin *read 5/30/12*

*Green Day: "green cover" - Willow Springs*read 6/27/12*

*Jane’s Addiction: "name with J" - Somebody to Love (James-hero) *read 5/19/12*

*Muse: "characters inspiring each other" - Effortless *read 6/5/12*

*Rage Against the Machine: "public service" - A Perfect Storm *read 5/21/12*

*The White Stripes: "white cover" - Lucky in Love *read 5/23/12*

*Jack Johnson: "chick lit" - Wife 22 *read 6/28/12*

Bonus: *Gladys Knight - Knight *read 6/11/12*

Bonus: *Crowded House: "large family" - If You Were Mine *read 5/25/12*

[Nikki ♥]

Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
May 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
2/15

Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 5/22/12
Muse: Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime: Switched by Amanda Hocking 5/21/12
White Stripes: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson:

[Susan]

8/20



1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction. The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement. The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy. How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book. Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)

16 - 20. Bonus Books

16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards. Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)

17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character. Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)

18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South

19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.

20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.

Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com

[Fran, Moderator]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

3/10 Read

1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice 5/19 4*

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - Police Detective- A Matter of Time 5/19 3*

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle 5/23 3.5*

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

16 - 20. Bonus Books

[Dragana]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012
Books read: 5/20
This quarterly challenge is a Battle of the Bands! The categories are based on bands or musicians.

8. Jane’s Addiction: main character’s name starts with J ~ Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs ☆☆☆ 19.05.
9. Muse: a character that inspires someone to be a better person ~ Silent Blade ☆☆☆☆ 17.05.
10. Paramore: a historical book involving a paramour/mistress ~ Claiming the Courtesan ☆☆☆ 20.05.
11. Rage Against the Machine: a political setting (hero is running for president of vampire nation) ~ High Stakes ☆☆☆ 23.05.
16. Within Temptation: characters succumb to temptation ~ Passion ☆☆☆ 24.5.

[Bookchaser]

Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)
Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012

Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.


3/15 "Regular" + 3/?? "Bonus" Completed

01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.

03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
The Black Swan (The Riordan Brothers, #1) by Ana Seymour 05/22/12
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery 05/21/12
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
My Scottish Summer by Connie Brockway, Patti Berg, Debra Dier and Kathleen Givens 05/18/12

Bonus:
Boston: Hot Stuff by Janet Evanovich 05/24/12
The Cyrkle: The Third Circle by Amanda Quick 05/21/12
Foster the People: Jordan by Lori Foster 05/24/12
The Moody Blues: I'm In No Mood For Love by Rachel Gibson


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[Ian]

I'm very tempted to do it just so I can get to #12...my second favorite band of all time.

[Ian]

1. Stone Temple Pilots -
Death Echo (by Elizabeth Lowell) hero is a boat pilot


2. Alice in Chains -
Liberating Lacey (by Anne Calhoun)


3. Kings of Leon -
Daughter of Smoke and Bone (by Laini Taylor)


4. Black Eyed Peas -
Catch of the Day (by Kristan Higgins)


5. Disturbed -
Flowertown (by S.G. Redling)


6. Green Day -
Off Leash (by Jenna Anderson)


7. Incubus -
No Peace for the Damned (by Megan Powell)


8. Jane’s Addiction -
Spider's Revenge (by Jennifer Estep)


9. Muse -
Easy (by Tammara Webber)

(two links, Hero and Hero's mother both artists. Heroine is quite inspirational)

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine -
The Witness (by Nora Roberts)


12. Sublime -
Sunrise Point (by Robyn Carr)


13. The White Stripes -
Skin Deep (by Pamela Clare)


14. Big Time Rush -
Saving Francesca (by Melina Marchetta)


15. Jack Johnson -
By a Thread (by Jennifer Estep)

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

LOL Ian! I HAD to add 5(!) bonus bands 'cos I just couldn't leave them out :)

[Jane (PS), Moderator]

Ian - did you join the Liberating Lacey group? Just noticed you are reading that book... I joined, but I haven't yet read it (or even bought it) ;) Please let me know what you think.

[Megan]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: May 15, 2012 – August 14, 2012

☑ 1. Stone Temple Pilots: The Girl's Still Got It: Take a Walk with Ruth and the God Who Rocked Her World by Liz Curtis Higgs ~ July 25

☑ 2. Alice in Chains: Along Wooded Paths by Tricia Goyer ~ 5/15

☑ 3. Kings of Leon: A Love Forbidden: A Novel by Kathleen Morgan ~ 5/27

☑ 4. Black Eyed Peas: AA Baby Between Them by Winnie Griggs ~ July 16

☑ 5. Disturbed: Mary Magdalene by Diana Wallis Taylor ~ June 24

☐ 6. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

☑ 7. Incubus: Knowing by Tammy Hill ~ 6/6

☑ 8. Jane’s Addiction: Where Lilacs Still Bloom: A Novel by Jane Kirkpatrick ~ 5/20

☑ 9. Muse: Beyond Hope's Valley by Tricia Goyer ~ 5/17

☑ 10. Paramore: Once Upon a Secret: My Affair with President John F. Kennedy and Its Aftermathby Mimi Alford ~ July 2

☑ 11. Rage Against the Machine: Risky Reunion by Lenora Worth ~ July 15

☑ 12. Sublime: A Heart Divided by Kathleen Morgan ~ 5/23

☑ 13. The White Stripes: The Fall of Satan: Rebels in the Garden by Bodie Hodge ~ 5/29

☑ 14. Big Time Rush: The Ride of Her Life by Lorna Seilstad ~ 6/5

☑ 15. Jack Johnson: A Great Catch by Lorna Seilstad ~ 5/30

☑ 16. Bride (A book with bride in the title): Short-Straw Bride by Karen Witemeyer ~ 6/9

☑ 17. Heart (Heart in the title): Her Rebel Heart by Shannon Farrington ~ July 11

☑ 18. Fiddler's Green (A book with fiddler in the title): The Fiddler by Beverly Lewis ~ 6/18

☑ 19. Chance (A book with Chance in the title: One Chance in a Million by Cathy Marie Hake ~ 6/18

☑ 20. Evanescence: The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting ~ July 11

19/20 Completed

[Christine (Cagnes)]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

19/20 Completed


1. Stone Temple Pilots: (archeological setting) Lion in the Valley by Elizabeth Peters (6/22)
2. Alice in Chains: (character name starts with A, Alphonse ) A Silver Mirror by Roberta Gellis (6/6)
3. Kings of Leon: (Royalty) The Gray Wolf Throne by Cinda Williams Chima (5/18)
4. Black Eyed Peas: (takes place in Louisiana.) Easy by Tammara Webber (7/17)
5. Disturbed: (A character that is crazy.) Pieces of Sky by Kaki Warner (7/5)
6. Green Day: (green cover) Summer's Crossing by Julie Kagawa (5/25)
7. Incubus: (A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.)
8. Jane’s Addiction: (main character-Jake) Glitter Baby by Susan Elizabeth Phillips (5/24)
9. Muse: (artist.) Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor (7/21)
10. Paramore: (adulterous affair) No Longer a Gentleman by Mary Jo Putney (5/23)
11. Rage Against the Machine: (mystery) Purity in Death by J.D. Robb (6/25)
12. Sublime: (beautiful cover) The Last Mermaid by Shana Abé (6/15)
13. The White Stripes: (spy) No Longer a Gentleman by Mary Jo Putney (5/23)
14. Big Time Rush: (young adult) The Death Cure by James Dashner (5/29)
15. Jack Johnson: (chick-lit book.) The Peach Keeper by Sarah Addison Allen (6/28)
Bonus:
16. Earth, Wind & Fire: (fire in title) The Touch Of Fire by Linda Howard (5/26)
17. Cowboy Junkies: (western) Angel Creek by Linda Howard (5/20)
18. Queen: (Queen in title) The Exiled Queen by Cinda Williams Chima (5/17)
19. Lady Antebellum (set in south) Fancy Pants by Susan Elizabeth Phillips (5/22)
20. The Four Tops: (4th in a Series) If I Fall by Kate Noble (5/16)

[Sara ~Sphunky~]

OK, I'm in...my first challenge!

Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Fifty Shades of Grey (finished 5/17)

Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana. .Love Unscripted (finished 6/3)

Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction. Easy Finished 6/11

Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist. Thoughtless Finished 6/19

Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.Effortless (finished 6/22)

Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. Beautiful Disaster(finished 5/27)

Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book

[Joann]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge

Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

2/15 Read

1. Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel by Meljean Brook
2. Alice in Chains: Cut & Run by Abigail Roux
3. Kings of Leon: Valley of Silence by Nora Roberts
4. Black Eyed Peas: Carrot Cake Murder by Joanne Fluke
5. Disturbed: Darkness, My Old Friend by Lisa Unger
6. Green Day: Touch If You Dare by Stephanie Rowe, 05.18.12 ★★★★
7. Incubus: Bullet by Laurell K. Hamilton
8. Jane’s Addiction: By His Majesty's Grace by Jennifer Blake, 05.21.12 ★★★★
9. Muse: Touch of Frost by Jennifer Estep
10. Paramore: The King's Mistress by Emma Campion
11. Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh
12. Sublime: Last Night's Scandal by Loretta Chase
13. The White Stripes: Your Scandalous Ways by Loretta Chase
14. Big Time Rush: Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
15. Jack Johnson: Finding Perfect by Susan Mallery

[Katharina]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

1/10 Done

1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. Animal Magnetism Jill Shalvis

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana. Delicious Susan Mallery

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie Jennifer Ashley

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland. Tears of the Moon Nora Roberts 5/23

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

[Brett]

7/15

1. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death5/25
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever5/19
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted5/22
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound

[Ceej]

BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)

4/20



1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
2. Alice in Chains - Sweet Possession 5/23
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
4. Black Eyed Peas - Night Play
5. Disturbed - Sweet Temptation 5/22
6. Green Day - Brave the Wild Wind 5/24
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
9. Muse - Dragonswan 5/26
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
11. Rage Against the Machine - TBA
12. Sublime - Sevin
13. The White Stripes - All I Need Is You
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
15. Jack Johnson - Savage Thunder
16. The Four Tops (4th in a Series) - The Scent of Jasmine
17. Rascal Flatts (has kids in the story) - TBA
18. Big & Rich (cowboys) - Corralled: A Blacktop Cowboys Novel
19. Three Dog Night (Night in the title) - Seize the Night
20. Sister Sledge (involves a family) - Forever Yours

[Nikki ♥]

Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
May 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
3/15

Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 5/22/12
Muse: Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime: Switched by Amanda Hocking 5/21/12
White Stripes: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins 5/26/12
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson: The Last Boyfriend by Nora Roberts

[Susan]

9/20



1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction. The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement. The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy. How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book. Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)

16 - 20. Bonus Books

16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards. Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)

17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character. Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)

18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South

19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.

20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.

Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com

[KarenF]

Brett wrote: "I just finished Tempted today, too! What did you think of it? "

I liked it but I have to admit that I liked the first two better. I just wasn't a big fan of Demetrius & Isadora. I love the world though and the use of mythology. I'm really looking forward to Orpheus's story though. How about you?

[Brett]

KarenF wrote: "Brett wrote: "I just finished Tempted today, too! What did you think of it? "

I liked it but I have to admit that I liked the first two better. I just wasn't a big fan of Demetrius & Isadora. I ..."

I also liked the first two better. I did like the little twist with Nick. I hope something is figured out with him because I like Nick. I can't wait to read Orpheus's book.

[Lacy]

I still haven't finished my current read, but I'm in for 15! I'll start with these:

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

0/15 Read

4. Black Eyed Peas (the dad is a restaurant consultant) - What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen

6. Green Day (Green cover) - Love in a Nutshell by Janet Evanovich

7. Inubus (supernatural) - Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh

11. Rage Against the Machine (Mystery/law enforcement) - Loyalty in Death by J.D. Robb

14. Big Time Rush (Young Adult) - Endure by Carrie Jones



Bonus:

1. Outkast - Dancing with the Devil by Laura Drewry

[Sandra]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

6/15 Completed

1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Chayton's Twins 21/5/12 ★★★★
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon 17/5/12 ★★★★★
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental 21/5/12 ★★★★
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★★
10.Paramore: Crystal Gardens 26/5/12 ★★★★
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So 27/5/12 ★★★
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls

[~KarenH~, Moderator]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

I'm definitely in for 15, and hope to finish all 20!
6/20 Completed

1. Stone Temple Pilots - Strong and Sexy
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
✔3. Kings of Leon - Storm's Heart 5/21/12
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - Echoes at Dawn
✔6. Green Day - Irish Heat 5/21/12
7. Incubus - Succubus Heat
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - Rainshadow Road
10. Paramore - One Real Thing
✔11. Rage Against the Machine - Seducing Simon 5/21/12
✔12. Sublime - Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor 5/26/12
✔13. The White Stripes - After Dark 5/19/12
14. Big Time Rush - One Small Thing
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

Bonus Books
✔16. Bryan Adams (Canadian/Set in Canada) - Guarding Suzannah 5/26/12

Finished:

[booklovinrn]

BATTLE OF THE BANDS - RRRC Quarterly Challenge
May 15 – August 14, 2012
Completed 2 of 20

1. Stone Temple Pilots
2. Alice in Chains
3. Kings of Leon
4. Black Eyed Peas
5. Disturbed
6. Green Day
7. Incubus
8. Jane’s Addiction
9. Muse
10. Paramore
11. Rage Against the Machine
12. Sublime
13. The White Stripes
14. Big Time Rush
15. Jack Johnson (lake setting) Lake in the Clouds by Sara Donati 5/25/12 ★★★★★
16. Def Leppard (shifters) Serpent's Kiss by Thea Harrison 5/20/12 ★★★★
17. Earth, Wind and Fire (fire in title) Fire Along the Sky by Sara Doanti
18.
19.
20.

[Becky]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

5/20

1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting 5/19

2. Alice in Chains - A bondage/ S&M/erotica story 5/20

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

16 - 20. Bonus Books

[Pam]

I'm in for 10--hope to pick the reading up with summer but still have a month of school.

1.Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Kurt Austin in Devils Gate 5/20

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction . Karma 5/23

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement. Stolen Prey 5/27

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.

16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. Snoop Doggy Book with illegal drugs in plot Afterglow 5/28
17. Fiona Apple setting includes a farm or an apple orchard Sunrise Point 5/19

[Cherie]

I'd like to join in.

1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
Ysabel by Guy Gavriel Kay = 6/8/12

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs = 5/31/12 (Character - Adam Hauptman)

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
The Naked Lady Who Stood on Her Head: A Psychiatrist's Stories of His Most Bizarre Cases by Gary Small = 6/24/12

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
The Last Dragonslayer by Jasper Fforde = 6/17/12

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi = 6/21/12

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Lover's Dictionary by David Levithan = 6/9/12

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The List by Siobhan Vivian = 5/27/12

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
River Marked by Patricia Briggs = 6/1/12

16 - 20. Bonus Books


Rules:

Start with the 15 bands listed above, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.

You may post your list in advance, but no reading before May 15.

......

[Nikki ♥]

Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
May 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
4/15

Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 5/22/12
Muse: Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime: Switched by Amanda Hocking 5/21/12
White Stripes: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins 5/26/12
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson: The Last Boyfriend by Nora Roberts 5/27/12

[Sandra]

RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May – 14 August 2012

7/15 Completed

1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Chayton's Twins 21/5/12 ★★★★
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon 17/5/12 ★★★★★
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental 21/5/12 ★★★★
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★★
10.Paramore: Crystal Gardens 26/5/12 ★★★★
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost 28/5/12 ★★★★
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So 27/5/12 ★★★
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls

[Susan]

10/20



1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot. Navy Rules - Geri Krotow (HS #1786 - June 2012) 5/26/2012 (pilot)

2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story. Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)

3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.

4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.

5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.

6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.

7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi. High Noon - Debra Webb (HI #1354 - June 2012) 05/28/2012 (obsession)

8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction. The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)

9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.

10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.

11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement. The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)

12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.

13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy. How to Dance With a Duke - Manda Collins (St Martins - Feb 2012) 05/21/2012 (mostly white cover)

14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad. The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)

15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book. Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)

16 - 20. Bonus Books

16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards. Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)

17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character. Instant Attraction - Jill Shalvis (Brava - Feb 2009) 05/23/2012 (outdoors)

18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South

19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.

20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.

Reviews and challenges are here: http://susans2012books.blogspot.com

[Nikki ♥]

Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
May 15, 2012 - August 14, 2012
5/15

Stone Temple Pilots:
Alice In Chains:
King of Leon:
Black Eyed Peas:
Disturbed:
Green Day: An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon
Incubus:
Jane's Addition: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 5/22/12
Muse: Atlantis Awakening by Alyssa Day 5/28/12
Paramore:
Rage Against the Machine:
Sublime: Switched by Amanda Hocking 5/21/12
White Stripes: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins 5/26/12
Big Time Rush:
Jack Johnson: The Last Boyfriend by Nora Roberts 5/27/12

[TarynXO]

Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
May 15th - August 14th, 2012


3/20 Completed

1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
2. Alice in Chains --Bared to You by Sylvia Day
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
5. Disturbed --Nightshifted by Cassie Alexander
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
15. Jack Johnson --The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
16. Red Hot Chilli Peppers --Dark Lover by J.R Ward
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
18. No Doubt --First Comes Love by Katie Kavinsky
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley