Romance Readers Reading Challenges discussion

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013


For this challenge, we are using three basic genres - Contemporary, Historical and Paranormal. They will be defined in the most general of terms:

1. Contemporary (essentially anything set during your lifetime) - RS, humor, m/m, erotica, contemporary fiction, chick-lit - Jill Shalvis, Julie James, Lorelei James, John Grisham, etc.

2. Historical (anything set before you were born) - Regency, Victorian, Highlander, Colonial, Western, Classics - Amanda Quick, Julie Garwood, John Jakes, Mark Twain, Jane Austen, etc.

3. Paranormal PNR, UF, futuristic, time-travel, fantasy, sci-fi - JD Robb, Lara Adrian, Larissa Ione, JR Ward, Douglas Adams, George Orwell, etc.


It is easy to complete this challenge, just three simple steps!
Pick a level.
Pick your books.
Listen and Rate them.


Levels: Pick one option for your level.

1. Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books;
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 1 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 2 from each of 2 selected genres.

2. Love Potion #9 - Listen to 9 books;
Option 1:  All from one genre, 
Option 2:  A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres,
Option 3:  At least 4 from each of 2 selected genres.


3. Cheaper by the Dozen - Listen to 12 books;
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 3 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 5 from each of 2 selected genres.

4. Fifteen Minutes of Fame - Listen to 15 books;
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 4 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 6 from each of 2 selected genres.

5. 21 & Over - Listen to 21 books;
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 5 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 9 from each of 2 selected genres.

6. Jack Bauer's Back - Listen to 24 books;
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 6 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 10 from each of 2 selected genres.


Each book must fit one of the three following criteria:

1. Under 12 hours or over 15 hours in length.

2. New (in audio) to you author or narrator - you may have read the author before but this is the first book you have listened to or a new to you narrator.

3. Favorite author or narrator - you must have listened to at least one book by the author and rated it highly or enjoyed at least one book the narrator has done before.


To Finish: Three steps - Rate the book, Rate the Narrator and Rate the Experience.

1. Give a rating to each book using Goodreads five star system.

2. Rate the narrator using Goodreads five star system.

3. Rate your listening experience:

A. The book was a better experience in audio - the narrator improved the story for you. You can't imagine just reading the book.
B. Eh, could take or leave the audio. The narrator didn't add anything for you, but wasn't bad either. You could listen or read, doesn't matter.
C. Blech, the narrator ruined the experience for you. There was something that pulled you out of the story or distracted you enough that you would not consider listening again - that would be a read only experience in the future.

Rules/Guidelines:

Rereads/listens are acceptable.

You may use any author and/or narrator multiple times if desired.

There is no length requirement.

You must listen to at least 80% of the book to use if for this challenge

If the third option for a level, reading from only two genres is chosen, this of course means that the third genre cannot be used.

Some books may seem to be in two genres. You should choose the genre that fits the books best. For example, Kresley Cole's IAD or JR Ward's BDB series are primarily PNR that happens to be in a contemporary setting - choose paranormal. On the other hand, Molly Harper's Naked Werewolf books are set in the current times with many normal people and happens to have werewolves in them - you could choose either contemporary or paranormal. Basically if they are evenly balanced you can choose either, but if it is heavily weighted to one side you should choose that one. Other examples of those that could fit more than one genre could include several of Nora Roberts trilogies (contemporary and paranormal), Gail Carriger's Parasol Protectorate series (paranormal and historical), Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series (contemporary, historical and paranormal).

When posting your progress, please include the book, the narrator, which criteria it fits, the date you finished the audiobook and your ratings. Examples below.

If you finish your challenge, you can move up to the next level. If you finish the last level (Jack Bauer's Back) and wish to continue you will need to start over at the beginning again. You may also start over with a new level after completing one level if you wish to switch options.

Please repost your progress rather than updating! If you would rather update your post, please make a separate post with your progress and mention of where your progress is located or a link. Otherwise, I am likely to miss your status and I won't be able to update the stats.


Happy Listening!!

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Examples of Posts for Level 1 Six(teen) Candles:

Option 1 - all from one genre:

Level: Six(teen) Candles
4 of 6. Updated 7.16.13

Historical: 4 of 6 completed.
1. A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah Maclean, Narrated by Rosalyn Landor - 3, favorite - 7.5.13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Can't imagine reading!

2. Scandalous by Karen Robards, Narrated by Justine Eyre - 2, new - 7.10.13
Book: ★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better.

3. The Duke's Perfect Wife by Jennifer Ashley, Narrated by Angela Dawe - 3, favorite - 7.14.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: A, Better in audio.

4. Quicksilver (Arcane Society, #11) by Amanda Quick, Narrated by Anne Flosnik - 3, favorite - 7.16.13
Book: ★★★ Narrator: ★★☆ Experience: High C, not unlistenable, but the narrator made the experience worse.

Note: The remaining two books must also be from the historical genre.


Option 2 - all three genres:

Level: Six(teen) Candles
4 of 6. Updated 7.20.13

Contemporary: 2 of 1+
1. Love Irresistibly by Julie James, Narrated by Karen White - 3, favorite - 7.3.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: A, Loved the audio.

2. Vanilla on Top by C.J. Ellisson, Narrated by Lucy Malone and Sean Crisden - 2, new - 7.12.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: Low A, I enjoyed the audio but the male narrator more than the female.


Historical: 1 of 1+
1. A Kiss at Midnight by Eloisa James, Narrated by Susan Duerden - 2, new - 7.8.13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Loved the audio!!


Paranormal: 1 of 1+
1. Lover Unleashed by J.R. Ward, Narrated by Jim Frangione - 1, over 15 hours - 7.18.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: B, don't think the narrator adds to the experience but isn't bad either.

Note: The remaining two books can be from any of the genres as the requirements for that level and option have been met.


Option 3 - from two selected genres only:

Level: Six(teen) Candles
5 of 6. Updated 7.24.13

Contemporary: 2 of 2+
1. Divide & Conquer by Madeleine Urban and Abigail Roux, Narrated by Sean Crisden - 3, favorite - 7.8.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: A, Better in audio - hope the rest of the series comes out soon!

2. First Lady by Susan Elizabeth Phillips, Narrated by Anna Fields - 3, favorite - 7.24.13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Way better in audio! I want Anna Fields to narrate my life!


Paranormal: 3 of 2+
1. Twice Tempted by Jeaniene Frost, Narrated by Tavia Gilbert - 3, favorite - 7.2.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Love the audio!

2. Ceremony in Death by J.D. Robb, Narrated by Susan Erickson - 3, favorite - 7.14.13
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Great experience.

3. A Reason To Believe by Diana Copland, Narrated by Jack LeFleur - 2, new - 7.19.13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Wonderful in audio!

Note: The remaining book can be from either the contemporary or paranormal genre, but not from historical.

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Participants:

Mary: Harry Dresden's Love Slave - Love Potion #9, Option 2
Megan L - Fifteen Minutes of Fame, Option 2
Sassafrass
Breann - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Elizabeth - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Dee
Shell - Love Potion #9, Option 2
~KarenH~ - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2
Jane (PS) - Love Potion #9, Option 3
~Leslie~ - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Nikita
Arielle Rae - Sixteen Candles, Option 3
Nichole - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Brandilyn - Sixteen Candles, Option 1
Suzanne - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2
Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2
Lynne - Love Potion #9, Option 2
Kelly - Cheaper by the Dozen, Option 2
Lindy - Sixteen Candles
MountainKat - Love Potoin #9, Option 2
Skye - Sixteen Candles
Joyce - Sixteen Candles, Option 3
The UHQ Nasanta - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Shan - Cheaper by the Dozen, Option 2
Tina "coffee and books" - Love Potion #9, Option 2
Courtney - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Jade aka MrsTosh - Love Potin #9, Option 1
Nan*Needs More Books* - Sixteen Candles, Option 1
★Rachael★ - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 1
Sandy - Sixteen Candles, Option 2
Pam - Sixteen Candles, Option 3

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Finishers:
Brandilyn - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 7.19.13
★Rachael★ - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 1 - completed 8.7.13
Joyce - Sixteen Candles, Option 3 , completed 8.25.13
Suzanne - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 8.28.13
Elizabeth - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 9.3.13
Jade aka Mrs Tosh - Love Potion #9, Option 1 - completed 9.7.13
Tina "coffee and books" - Love Potion #9, Option 2 - completed 9.11.13
Jane (PS) - Love Potion #9, Option ? - completed 9.12.13
The UNQ Nasanta - Sixteen Candles, Option 2 - completed 9.12.13
Sandy - Sixteen Candles, Option 2 - 9.19.13
~KarenH~ - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 9.21.13
Courtney - Sixteen Candles, Option 2 - completed 9.24.13
Shan - Cheaper by the Dozen, Option 2 - completed 9.25.13
Kelly - Fifteen Minutes of Fame, Option 2 - completed 9.26.13
Lindy - Sixteen Candles, Option 2 - completed 9.28.13
Mary: Harry Dresden's Love Slave - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 9.30.13
MountainKat - 21 & Over, Option 2 - completed 9.30.13
Nichole - Jack Bauer's Back, Option 2 - completed 9.30.13
~Leslie~ - Sixteen Candles, Option 2 - completed 9.28.13

Honorable Mention to:
Lynne, 6 of 9 on 9.30.13
Breann, 5 of 6 with a DNF, 9.28.13
Shell 8 of 9 on 9.7.13
Ezinwanyi~For you, Agron - 19 of 24 on 8.22.13
Pam 3 of 6 on 8.9.13
Megan L - 6 of 15 on 7.20.13

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Finishers by Level:

Jack Bauer's Back:
Brandilyn 7.19.13
★Rachael★ 8.7.13
Suzanne 8.28.13
Elizabeth 9.3.13
~KarenH~ 9.21.13
Mary: Harry Dresden's Love Slave 9.30.13
Nichole 9.30.13

21 & Over:
MountainKat 9.30.13

Fifteen Minutes of Fame:
Kelly 9.26.13

Cheaper by the Dozen:
Shan 9.25.13

Love Potion #9:
Jade aka MrsTosh 9.7.13
Tina "coffee and books" 9.11.13
Jane (PS) 9.12.13

Six(teen) Candles:
Joyce
The UNQ Nasanta 9.12.13
Sandy 9.19.13
Courtney 9.24.13
Lindy 9.28.13
~Leslie~ 9.28.13

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Overall, we had 31 participants with 19 finishers for this challenge. We listened to 326 books during the challenge! There were 4 people who started at Six(teen) Candles and pushed themselves to finish Jack Bauer's Back! One even admitted to being an audio addict now - welcome to the dark side, where you can read/listen while doing other mundane chores and tasks! But one of the things I found most interesting was that while the top and bottom levels were the most popular, we had at least one person complete every level!

I hope you had enjoyed my little twist on movie titles for this audiobook challenge! (Yes, I fudged a little with Jack Bauer's Back - but I couldn't help myself!!) I love audiobooks, so I had a lot of fun coming up with this and hosting it! Thanks for joining me and letting me host for you!!

Is there any reason we can't use ones between 12-15 hours because I have several between those 2 lenghts. Just seems like an odd rule to me.

Sorry-just realized there were 2 threads. I will delete this if I decide not to do it and use it as my starting post if I do.

Level 2: Love Potion #9


1 Historical: The Garden Intrigue-Lauren Willig/Kate Reading (fave author & narrator)
2 Contemporary: Death of a Poison Pen-MC Beaton/Graeme Malcolm (under 12 hours)
3 Historical: Casino Royale-Ian Fleming (new to me author)
4 Paranormal: Thicker Than Water-Mike Carey (fave author but new narrator for series)
5 Paranormal: Street Game-Christine Feehan/Tom Stechshaulte (fave author w/a fave narrator)
6 Contemporary: Death of a Bore-MC Beaton/Graeme Malcolm (under 12 hours)
7 Contemporary: Dick Francis' Bloodline-Felix Francis/Martin Jarvis (under 12 hours)
8 Historical:In Cold Blood Truman Capote/Scott Brick new to me author & fave narrator
9 Historical: Death in the City of Light: The Serial Killer of Nazi-Occupied Paris-David King/Paul Michael (no to me author)

Mary: Harry Dresden's Love Slave wrote: "Is there any reason we can't use ones between 12-15 hours because I have several between those 2 lenghts. Just seems like an odd rule to me."

LOL, I was going to ask the same thing! Specially because the rules say "There is no length requirement."

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Level 4: Fifteen Minutes of Fame
6/15

1. Contemporary:
1. Rafferty's Wife by Kay Hooper, Narrated by Parker Leventer - 1, under 12 - 7/2/13
Book: ★★☆☆☆ Narrator: ★★★☆☆ Experience: B-narrator is ok the story itself was bad
2. This Lullaby by Sarah Dressen, Narrated by Ali Ahn - 1, under 12 - 7/15/13
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★☆☆☆ Experience: C- narrator not so great as was the story
3. Accidentally on Purpose by L.D. Davis - 2, new author - 7/26/13
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★☆☆ Experience: B- could have read and been fine.

2. Historical:
1. Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks - Narrator: Kirsten Potter - 3: favorite author - 8/11/13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B - listen or read

3. Paranormal:
1. Angelfall by Susan Ee, Narrated by Caitlin Davies - 2 new author - 7/1/13
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★☆☆☆ Experience: C. Blech, bad narrator
2. Divided in Death by J.D. Robb, Narrated by Susan Ericksen - 3 favorite author & narrator - 7/5/13
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A. The audio is the best for this series!

Mary: Harry Dresden's Love Slave wrote: "Is there any reason we can't use ones between 12-15 hours because I have several between those 2 lenghts. Just seems like an odd rule to me.

Sorry-just realized there were 2 threads. I will delet..."

I posted this in the other thread, but will put it here too since there seems to be some confusion. The length requirement doesn't mean you CAN'T listen to any books between 12 and 15 hours, it just means that can't be the criteria you use to fit them in - if it fits in one of the other two criteria, you can still use books in that range. And since the other two criteria are quite broad, almost everything will fit in one or the other, I think. Hope that clarifies things! :D

I'm in, but I'm not sure of my level yet!

Six(teen) Candles
Finished: 0/6

Contemporary
1. Tigers and Devils (3)
2. All She Wrote (2)

Historical
1. Kindred Hearts (2)
2. Dragonfly in Amber (3)

Paranormal
1. A Solid Core of Alpha (3)
2. The Druid Stone (2)

I'm in for 6 but probably I'll upgrade later

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: 7/1/2013-9/30/2013
Level:Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books
Option 2: A minimum of 1 from each of the three genres

Completed: 1/6

Contemporary
1. The Next Always by Nora Roberts, narrated by MacLeod Andrews - 2, new - 7/3/2013
Book: 4* Narrator: 5* Experience: A, I loved the audio!
2.

Historical
1.Second Sight by Amanda Quick, narrated by Anne Flosnik - 2, new - 7/?/2013
Book: ?* Narrator: ?* Experience:
2.

Paranormal
1.
2.

i'm in, but not sure what level yet

Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Love Potion #9, Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
Total Books Completed 0 of 9!

Contemporary: 0 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Hard Evidence; Kaleo Griffith, Narrator – #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. On Dublin Street; Paula Costello, Narrator - #2 New Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
3. The Silver Linings Playbook; Ray Porter, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
4. Assassin's Code; Ray Porter, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Historical: 0 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Firelight; Moira Quirk, Narrator - #2 New Author/Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. Dreaming of You; Rosalyn Landor, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Paranormal: 0 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Faefever; Joyce Bean, Narrator – #3 Favorite Author
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. The Breach; Jeff Gruner, Narrator - #2 New Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
3. Betrayed; Edwina Wren - #3 Favorite Author
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Hmmmm, thought I signed up already, but my post disappeared :(

Anyway, I'm in, and the way I've been going through audiobooks lately I'm sure I'll have no trouble completing Level 6 - Jack Bauer's Back!

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind
1 July - 30 September 2013

Love Potion #9
Option 3

Completed 9/9


Contemporary
1. Sticks & Stones √ 15 Jul Fav Author
Book rating: 5 stars
Narrator rating: 4.5 stars
Listening experience: A

2. Where He Ends and I Begin √ 25 Jul Under 12 hours.
Book rating: 3.5 stars
Narrator rating: 3 stars
Listening experience: B

3. The Look of Love √ 6 Aug New Author.
Book rating: 2 stars
Narrator rating: 3 stars
Listening experience: B (I like to put C but it wasn't the narrator's fault!)

4. Wallbanger √ 13 Aug New Author.
Book rating: 4 stars
Narrator rating: 4.5 stars
Listening experience: A

5. Fish & Chips √ 12 Sep Fav Author
Book rating: 5 stars
Narrator rating: hands down 5 stars!
Listening experience: A1!!!


Paranormal
1. Cherish Your Name √ 31 Jul Fav author.
Book rating: 3 stars
Narrator rating: 3 stars
Listening experience: B

2. Web of Lies √ 24 Aug Fav Authors.
Book rating: 5 stars
Narrator rating: 5 stars
Listening experience: A

3. Venom √ 29 Aug Fav Author
Book rating: 5 stars
Narrator rating: 5 stars
Listening experience: A

4. Desire Unchained √ 5 Sep New Narrator.
Book rating: 2 stars
Narrator rating: 3 stars
Listening experience: B

I am trying to listen to audiobooks so this is a good challenge for me. Have no idea if I can do this or not.

Duration: 7/1/13 - 9/30/13

Level: Sixteen Candles

Contemporary
1.
2.

Historical
1.
2.

Paranormal
1.
2.

I'm in! Not sure which level yet


Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Read:0/?


Contemporary

1. Banged Up by Jeanne St. James
2. Because of Low by Abbi Glines
3. Mr. Perfect by Linda Howard
4. Veil of Night by Linda Howard
5. Running Wild by Linda Howard
6. book Just the Sexiest Man Alive by Julie James
7. Can't Buy Me Love by Molly O'Keefe
8. Can't Hurry Love by Molly O'Keefe
9. Holiday in Death by J.D. Robb
10. Midnight in Death by J.D. Robb
11. Conspiracy in Death by J.D. Robb
12. Colters' Woman by Maya Banks
13. Colters' Lady by Maya Banks




Historical
1. First Comes Marriage by Mary Balogh
2. Seducing an Angel by Mary Balogh
3. Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas
4. The Heir by Johanna Lindsey
5. The Devil Who Tamed Her by Johanna Lindsey
6. A Rogue of My Own by Johanna Lindsey
7. Tender Rebel by Johanna Lindsey
8. Gentle Rogue by Johanna Lindsey
9. The Magic of You by Johanna Lindsey
10. Say You Love Me by Johanna Lindsey




Paranormal
1. Once Burned by Jeaniene Frost
2. Wild Rain by Christine Feehan
3. Blood Born by Linda Howard
4. Midnight Sins by Lora Leigh
5. Deadly Sins by Lora Leigh
6. Secret Sins by Lora Leigh
7. Tanner's Scheme by Lora Leigh

Im in! Sounds like fun

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Level: Six(teen) Candles
Option 3

Historical
1. The Spymaster's Lady by Joanna Bourne
2. Wicked Intentions by Elizabeth Hoyt
3. Untamed by Elizabeth Lowell



Paranormal
1. Love Bites by Lynsay Sands
2. Insurgent by Veronica Roth
3. Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: 7/1/13-9/30/13
Level:Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books
Option 2: A minimum of 1 from each of the three genres
Completed: 0/6

1. Contemporary

2. Historical

3. Paranormal


I'll fill them in later.

Okay I am in

0/6 Complete

Level: Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books (subject to change)
Option 1: All from one genre (Contemporary)

Romance Readers Reading Challenges
Audio Encounters of the Third Kind ~ Audiobook Challenge
Duration: 7/1/2013 - 9/30/2013

6. Jack Bauer's Back - Listen to 24 books:
Option 1: All from one genre,
Option 2: A minimum of 6 from each of the three genres,
Option 3: At least 10 from each of 2 selected genres.

1. Contemporary (essentially anything set during your lifetime) - RS, humor, m/m, erotica, contemporary fiction, chick-lit - Jill Shalvis, Julie James, Lorelei James, John Grisham, etc.
Heaven, Texas by Susan Elizabeth Phillips - ***** - 7/2/2013
Swamplandia! by Karen Russell - ***** - 7/7/2013
Out on a Leash: Exploring the Nature of Reality and Love by Shirley Maclaine - ** - 7/10/2013
Sand Castle Bay by Sherryl Woods - *** - 7/14/2013
A Superior Death by Nevada Barr - ***** - 7/17/2013
How to Bake a Perfect Life by Barbara O'Neal - ***** - 8/22/2013


2. Historical (anything set before you were born) - Regency, Victorian, Highlander, Colonial, Western, Classics - Amanda Quick, Julie Garwood, John Jakes, Mark Twain, Jane Austen, etc.
I Am Half-Sick of Shadows by Alan Bradley - **** - 7/11/2013
The Untamed Bride by Stephanie Laurens - *** - 7/19/2013
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon - ***** - 8/4/2013
The Diviners by Libba Bray - ***** - 8/8/2013
Speaking from Among the Bones by Alan Bradley - ***** - 8/20/2013
The 19th Wife by David Ebershoff - ***** - 8/28/2013


3. Paranormal PNR, UF, futuristic, time-travel, fantasy, sci-fi - JD Robb, Lara Adrian, Larissa Ione, JR Ward, Douglas Adams, George Orwell, etc.
The Gathering by Kelley Armstrong - ***** - 7/2/2013
Lover Enshrined by J.R. Ward - **** - 7/9/2013
Key of Light by Nora Roberts - *** - 7/10/2013
Key Of Knowledge by Nora Roberts - **** - 7/15/2013
Key of Valor by Nora Roberts - ***** - 7/16/2013
Lover Avenged by J.R. Ward - **** - 7/24/2013
Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning - ***** - 7/26/2013
Bonds of Justice by Nalini Singh - *** - 7/29/2013
Dance Upon the Air by Nora Roberts - *** - 7/30/2013
First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones - **** - 8/5/2013
Second Grave on the Left by Darynda Jones - ***** - 8/6/2013
Iced (Dani O'Malley, #1) by Karen Marie Moning - ***** - 8/12/2013
Enclave by Ann Aguirre - *** - 8/13/2013
Grave Dance by Kalayna Price - *** - 8/14/2013
Untamed by P.C. Cast - *** - 8/18/2013
Frostbite by Richelle Mead - *** - 8/26/2013
Third Grave Dead Ahead by Darynda Jones - *** - 8/21/2013
Mister Monday by Garth Nix - * - 8/27/2013

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Jack Bauer's Back - 24 audiobooks;
Option 2: At least 6 from each of 3 selected genres (HR & PNR).

Completed 19 of 24

Paranormal:
1) Blood Rights (Done 7/12, ★★★★½) by Kristen Painter [Narrator: Abby Craden, ★★★].
Experience: B: I enjoyed listening to it, but the narrator had the weird pauses. This story was complex enough that I had to consult my e-book for certain words and definitions as the e-book had a glossary at the back.
2) Naked in Death (Done 7/7, ★★★) by J.D. Robb; [Narrator: Susan Erickson, ★★★].
Experience B: I don’t think I would have enjoyed this one better if I read it. It was just okay.
3) Magic Rises (Done 8/2, ★★★★) by Ilona Andrews [Narrator: Renee Raudman★★★★]
Experience A: I have read half of the series and listened to half. I enjoy the listening better.
4) City of Fallen Angels (Done 8/19, ★★★½) by Cassandra Clare [Narrator: Ed Westwick & Molly C. Quinn★★★]
Experience: B: I could have read or listen to it. The narrator didn’t add anything special.
5) On the Edge (Done 7/2, ★★★½) by Ilona Andrew [Narrator: Renee Raudman★★★];
Experience: B: I could have read or listen to it. The narrator didn’t add anything special.
6) Angels' Flight (Done 7/15, ★★★) By Nalini Singh [Narrator: Justine Eyre, ★★★].
Experience B: I don’t think I would have enjoyed this one better if I read it. It was just okay.
7) The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires (Done 8/4, ★★★★★) by Molly Harper [Narrator: Molly Ranconi ★★★★]
Experience A: The narrator hit all the right notes on this one. She was just slightly sarcastic, but not annoying. Her comedic timing was great. I enjoyed this one better as an audio.
8) Last Sacrifice (Done 7/11, ★★★ ¾) by Richelle Mead [Narrator: Emily Shaffer★★★★].
Experience A: I think I enjoyed this one better as an audio because I loved the narrator’s youthful voice and that excited exuberance that I came to associate as Rose. Plus,she had this raspy Russian accent for Dimtri that I just LOVED!
9) Poison Study (Done 8/6, ★★★½) by Maria V. Snyder [Narrator: Gabra Zackman ★★★½]
Experience A: I think I enjoyed this one better as an audio because I loved the narrator’s youthful voice and she made me hear and feel Yelena's pain!
10) Glory in Death (Done 8/21, ★★★) by J.D. Robb; [Narrator: Susan Erickson, ★★★].
Experience B: I don't know how I feel about this one. I don't care for it either way so I don't know if the audio added anything!



Historical:
1) The Highlander's Touch (Done 7/26, ★★★★) by Karen Marie Moning [Narrator: Phil Gigante, ★★★★]
Experience A: I think I enjoyed this one better as an audio because I loved the narrator’s Scottish burr…and the way he said “toopin’ the lass”!
2) Kiss of the Highlander (Done 7/28, ★★★¾) by Karen Marie Moning [Narrator: Phil Gigante, ★★★★]
Experience A: same as above!
3) Tempt Me at Twilight (Done 7/23, ★★★★) by Lisa Kleypas [Narrator: Rosalyn Landor, ★★★★]
Experience A: It was the great Rosalyn Landor. Enough said!!
5) Love in the Afternoon by Lisa Kleypas [Narrator: Rosalyn Landor]
6) Married By Morning by Lisa Kleypas [Narrator: Rosalyn Landor]
7) Again the Magic by Lisa Kleypas [Narrator: Rosalyn Landor]
8) The Dark Highlander by Karen Marie Moning [Narrator: Phil Gigante]




Contemporary:
1) A Matter of Time, Vol. 2 (Done 7/5, ★★) by Mary Calmes [Narrator: Paul Morey, ★★★].
Experience B: I actually went back and read this one AFTER listening to it. I still didn’t enjoyed this one either way.
2) Promises (Done 6/27, ★★★★) by Marie Sexton [Narrator: Mark L. Jones, ★★★★].
Experience A: I loved the audio and the voices he gave the characters. I felt the emotion in the narrator’s voice and really enjoyed the story because of it.
3) Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor (Done 7/29, ★★★★1/2) by Lisa Kleypas [Narrator: Tanya Eby, ★★★★]
Experience A: It wasn’t a Rosalyn Landor experience, but the story was well done.
4) Simply Irresistible (Done 7/13, ★★★★1/2) by Jill Shalvis [Narrator: Celeste Ciulla, ★★★★1/2]
Experience A: I loved the audio and the narrator did a great job with Tara’s southern drawl, Mel’s “damaged” voice, Chloe’s wishy-washy nature. I got the right impressions of the characters and really enjoyed listening to this story.
5) The Darkest Hour (Done 8/11, ★★★½) by Maya Banks [Narrator: Harry Berkeley★★]
Experience C: I didn’t enjoy the narrator and thus I think it affected my enjoyment of the book. He was just trying to hard to be all “Oo-rah!” and it didn’t work for me. I should have read this one.
6) Shades of Gray (Done 8/9) ★★★½ by Brooke McKinley [Narrator: Paul Morey★★★½]
Experience A: The narrator made this one enjoyable by adding the angst in his voice.

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind (25) -- Final 9/30
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Love Potion #9, Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
Total Books Completed 6 of 9!

Contemporary: 2 of 2 mandatory Completed!

√ 1. Breath Of Scandal by Sandra Brown; Dick Hill, Narrator – #2 New Narrator – 7/8
Book: *** Terrible things happen in this book. Yikes! Narrator(s): *** Loved his men voices, but his females are too simpering. Experience: Eh… “B”

√ 2. Animal Magnetism by Jill Shalvis; Karen White, Narrator -- #2 New Author – 9/19
Book: **** This book is a great beginning to this series. The characters are great, both the main and the secondary. Narrator(s): **** She is a great narrator and I’m enjoying her again with this book. She does a great dog bark! Experience: A – better as a narration experience.



Historical: 1 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Book: The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After by Julia Quinn; Robin Sachs, Narrator -- #2 New Narrator – 9/27
Book: **** Loved this series. I didn’t realize that this was a compilation of all the 2nd epilogues. I had read all of them individually. It was fun to revisit them through the epilogues. My favorite is still Francesca’s story. Everyone who has ever yearned for a child will cheer for Francesca and Michael. Narrator: ***** This is my first time hearing Robin Sachs and it will not be my last. LOVED him! Experience: A++ Better as a narration experience!



Paranormal: 2 of 2 mandatory Completed! – 3 Total

1. Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews; Renee Raudman, Narrator – #2 New Author – 7/13
Book: ***** Love this series. I’m re-“reading” and I’m enjoying getting re-acquainted with the story. Narrator(s): ***** I think she’s a fabulous narrator! Experience: A!

2. Magic Burns by Ilona Andrews; Renee Raudman, Narrator – #3 Fav. Author – 8/16
Book: ***** Continue to love this series. The re-read is great and so many nuances of the story that I missed the first time through are making the series just better and better. Narrator: ***** I continue to just love the way she narrates this series. Experience: A!

3. Magic Strikes by Ilona Andrews; Renee Raudman, Narrator -- #3 Fav. Author – 8/30
Book: ***** Continue to love this series. The story has gotten so much better the second time around. I’m picking up on so many details that I initially missed. Narrator: ***** Makes the story great! Experience: A!

I'm in!


Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Cheaper by the Dozen--Option 2(minimum of 3 from each genre)

(My tentative list)

Contemporary:

It Had to Be You by Jill Shalvis
Wicked Burn by Beth Kery
Next of Kin by Sharon Sala
Cold As Ice by Anne Stuart
Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning
Rock Hard by Olivia Cunning

Historical:

As an Earl Desires by Lorraine Heath
Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks
A Lady Awakened by Cecilia Grant

Paranormal:

Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright
A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole
No Rest for the Wicked by Kresley Cole

I will try to do 6, but i only did 4 this month. Wont' know until I see what is in at the Library

I just realized I never signed up for my own challenge! I will start with Love Potion #9, Option 2. I hope I can move up to another level, but my listening time is so variable I don't want to bite off more than I can chew.

I'm so going to give this ago I've only ever listened to half a audiobook before and I've always wanted to try it again so I'm going to try level 1. six(teen) Candles I'll post which books I'm going to read soon :)

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Sixteen Candles - Listen to 6 books
Option 3: A minimum of 2 from each of 2 genres

Paranormal:
Book 1:Lover Awakened Finished 7/7/13
Book 2: Ringworld

Contemporary
Book 1: Final Target
Book 2: TBD

Signing up for 1. Six(teen) Candles which I'll start...after I finish listening to
Voyager which I started on Jun 28th. I hope I leave myself enough time to finish the challenge. :)

Level: Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books; Option: 2 - min of 1
Duration: July 1, 2013 - September 30, 2013

1. Contemporary:

1.

2. Historical:

1.

3. Paranormal:

1. Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon, narrated by Davina Porter: Favorite author/narrator - date.
Book: rating; Narrator: rating. Eperience: A/B/C

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Cheaper by the Dozen - Listen to 12 books
Option 2: A minimum of 3 from each of the three genres

Contemporary: 4 of 3+
1.Two of a Kind by Susan Mallery, Narrated by Tanya Eby ~ 2, New Narrator ~ 07/24
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: C, The narrator ruined the experience for you
2.Juliet by Anne Fortier, Narrated by Cassandra Campbell ~ 2, New Author/Narrator ~ 08/11
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Can't imagine just reading the book
3.Three Little Words by Susan Mallery, Narrated by Tanya Eby ~ 1, Under 12 hours ~ 09/03
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: B, You could listen or read, doesn't matter.
4.The Immortal Highlanderby Karen Marie Moning, Narrated by Phil Gigante ~ 3,Favorite Author/Narrator ~ 09/12
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better


Historical: 4 of 3+

1.The Highlander's Touch by Karen Marie Moning, Narrated by Phil Gigante ~ 3,Favorite Author/Narrator ~ 07/04
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better
2.A Rogue by Any Other Name by Sarah MacLean, Narrated by Rosalyn Landor ~ 2, New Narrator ~ 07/11
Book: ★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: B, You could listen or read, doesn't matter.
3.A Matter of Class by Mary Balogh, Narrated by Anne Flosnik ~ 2, New Narrator ~ 07/27
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: B, You could listen or read, doesn't matter.
4.What Happens in London by Julia Quinn, Narrated by Rosalyn Landor ~ 1, Under 12 hours ~ 08/03
Book: ★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better



Paranormal: 4 of 3+
1.Kiss of the Highlander by Karen Marie Moning, Narrated by Phil Gigante ~ 3,Favorite Author/Narrator ~ 08/23
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better
2.Night Embrace by Sherrilyn Kenyon, Narrated by Carrington MacDuffie ~ 2, New Narrator ~ 08/29
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: B, You could listen or read, doesn't matter.
3.The Dark Highlanderby Karen Marie Moning, Narrated by Phil Gigante ~ 3,Favorite Author/Narrator ~ 09/10
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better
4.Spell of the Highlanderby Karen Marie Moning, Narrated by Phil Gigante ~ 3,Favorite Author/Narrator ~ 09/18
Book: ★★★★★ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, Listening made the book better





!!!!!!!!!!I'M DONE!!!!!!!!!!

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Cheaper by the Dozen--Option 2(minimum of 3 from each genre)

Total Completed: 1/12

(My tentative list)

Contemporary: 1 of 6

1. Cold As Ice by Anne Stuart; Narrated by Natalie Gold~~2-new narrator~~7/2/13. Book: ★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: B-narrator didn't add or detract from the book.

2. It Had to Be You by Jill Shalvis
3. Wicked Burn by Beth Kery
4. Next of Kin by Sharon Sala
5. Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning
6. Rock Hard by Olivia Cunning

Historical:0 of 3

1. As an Earl Desires by Lorraine Heath
2. Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks
3. A Lady Awakened by Cecilia Grant

Paranormal:0 of 3

1. Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright
2. A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole
3. No Rest for the Wicked by Kresley Cole

Level: Six(teen) Candles - Listen to 6 books (subject to change)
Option 1: All from one genre (Contemporary)

Contemporary 1/1+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New

Historical0/1+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New

Paranormal0/1+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New

Level: Love Potion #9
Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
2/9 Complete

Contemporary 2/2+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.

Historical 0/2+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New

Paranormal 0/2+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New

Level #2: Love Potion #9
Option #2 - a minimum of 2 books from each genre
8/9 Completed

☺Paranormal 4/4
√1. First Grave on the Right (under 12hrs) by Darynda Jones - New
Book Rating: 7/12 (4 Stars )
Narrated by: Lorelei King (4 Stars )
Overall: (A - The book was a better experience in audio)
√2. Second Grave on the Left (under 12hrs) by Darynda Jones - Favorite
Book Rating: 7/18 (4 Stars )
Narrated by: Lorelei King - (4 Stars )
Overall: (A - The book was a better experience in audio)
√3. Third Grave Dead Ahead (under 12hrs) by Darynda Jones - Favorite
Book Rating:7/24 (4.5 Stars)
Narrated by: Lorelei King (4 Stars)
Overall: (A - The book was a better experience in audio)
√4. Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet (under 12hrs) by Darynda Jones - Favorite
Book Rating:8/1 (4.5 Stars)
Narrated by: Lorelei King (4.5 Stars)
Overall: (A - The book was a better experience in audio)



☺Contemporary 3/3
√1. Always on My Mind (under 12hrs) by Bella Andre
Book Rating: 8/7 (4.5 Stars)
Narrated by: Eva Kaminsky - Favorite (4.5 Stars)
Overall: (A. The book was a better experience in audio)
√2. Savor the Moment (under 12hrs) by Nora Roberts - Favorite
Book Rating:8/21 (4.5 Stars)
Narrated by: Angela Dawe (4 Stars)
Overall: (A. The book was a better experience in audio)
√3. Happy Ever After (under 12hrs) by Nora Roberts - Favorite
Book Rating:8/30 (4.5 Stars)
Narrated by: Angela Dawe (4 Stars)
Overall: (A. The book was a better experience in audio)



Historical 0/2
1. The Seduction of Elliot McBride (under 12hrs) by Jennifer Ashley - Favorite
Book Rating: ( )
Narrated by: Angela Dawe ( )
Overall: ( )
√2. Caden's Vow (under 12hrs) by Sarah McCarty - Favorite
Book Rating: 7/3 (4 Stars)
Narrated by: Paula Hoffman (3 Stars)
Overall: (B - Eh, could take or leave the audio)

Level: Love Potion #9
Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
3/9 Complete

Contemporary 2/2+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.

Historical 0/2+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New

Paranormal 1/2+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New

I'll do Six(teen) Candles, option 2.

Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Love Potion #9, Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
Total Books Completed 1 of 9! 7/3/13

Contemporary: 1 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Hard Evidence; Kaleo Griffith, Narrator – #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. On Dublin Street; Paula Costello, Narrator - #2 New Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
3. The Silver Linings Playbook ; Ray Porter, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: 4 stars The story was very endearing, different than the movie. Narrator(s): 5 stars Ray Porter is one of my top favorite performers! Experience: 4 stars
4. Assassin's Code; Ray Porter, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Historical: 0 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Firelight; Moira Quirk, Narrator - #2 New Author/Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. Dreaming of You; Rosalyn Landor, Narrator - #3 Favorite Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Paranormal: 0 of 2 mandatory Completed!

1. Faefever; Joyce Bean, Narrator – #3 Favorite Author
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
2. The Breach; Jeff Gruner, Narrator - #2 New Narrator
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________
3. Betrayed; Edwina Wren - #3 Favorite Author
Book: ________ Narrator(s): ________ Experience: ________

Level: Love Potion #9
Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
4/9 Complete

Contemporary 2/2+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.

Historical 1/2+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New finished 7/5
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B Something about how the narrator breathed and audibly wet his mouth repeatedly annoyed me. Of course I am not big on historical to begin with so I was a little annoyed to begin with. One thing I will say is it was a british narrator for a british set novel, so that was good.
2.

Paranormal 1/2+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New

Level: Love Potion #9
Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
5/9 Complete

Contemporary 2/2+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.
3. Her Two Dads by Ariel Tachna Narrated by Jenny Urban, 2, New

Historical 1/2+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New finished 7/5
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B Something about how the narrator breathed and audibly wet his mouth repeatedly annoyed me. Of course I am not big on historical to begin with so I was a little annoyed to begin with. One thing I will say is it was a british narrator for a british set novel, so that was good.
2.

Paranormal 2/2+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New finished 7/6
(note this is also a Historical so I might move it to the Historical section)
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, The Narrator brought the story to life.

damn brandilyn = you go girl

Dee wrote: "damn brandilyn = you go girl"

i listen to audiobooks while I am doing household chores, driving, or on the computer ;)

Level: Love Potion #9
Option 2: A minimum of 2 from each of the three genres
6/9 Complete

Contemporary 3/2+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.
3. Her Two Dads by Ariel Tachna Narrated by Jenny Urban, 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★☆☆ Experience: C, M/M titles should NOT have female narrators.

Historical 2/2+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New finished 7/5
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B Something about how the narrator breathed and audibly wet his mouth repeatedly annoyed me. Of course I am not big on historical to begin with so I was a little annoyed to begin with. One thing I will say is it was a british narrator for a british set novel, so that was good.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, The Narrator brought the story to life.

Paranormal 1/2+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. The Guardian by Mary Calmes, narrated by Sean Crisden, 3, New book, Favorite Author, Favorite narrator

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013

Cheaper by the Dozen--Option 2(minimum of 3 from each genre)

Total Completed: 2/12

(My tentative list)

Contemporary: 2 of 6

1. Cold As Ice by Anne Stuart; Narrated by Natalie Gold~~2-new narrator~~7/2/13. Book: ★★★ Narrator: ★★★ Experience: B-narrator didn't add or detract from the book.

2. It Had to Be You by Jill Shalvis; Narrated by Annie Greene~~2-new narrator~~7/6/13. Book: ★★★½ Narrator: ★★★★ Experience: B-narrator was great but didn't make a so-so book any better.

3. Wicked Burn by Beth Kery
4. Next of Kin by Sharon Sala
5. Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning
6. Rock Hard by Olivia Cunning

Historical:0 of 3

1. As an Earl Desires by Lorraine Heath
2. Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks
3. A Lady Awakened by Cecilia Grant

Paranormal:0 of 3

1. Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright
2. A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole
3. No Rest for the Wicked by Kresley Cole

Level: Cheaper by the Dozen
Option 2: A minimum of 3 from each of the three genres
7/12 Complete

Contemporary 3/3+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.
3. Her Two Dads by Ariel Tachna Narrated by Jenny Urban, 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★☆☆ Experience: C, M/M titles should NOT have female narrators.
4. Taste by Mickie B Ashling, Narrated by Paul Morey, 2, New (New Author, New Book, Favorite Narrator)

Historical 2/3+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New finished 7/5
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B Something about how the narrator breathed and audibly wet his mouth repeatedly annoyed me. Of course I am not big on historical to begin with so I was a little annoyed to begin with. One thing I will say is it was a british narrator for a british set novel, so that was good.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, The Narrator brought the story to life.

Paranormal 2/3+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. The Guardian by Mary Calmes, narrated by Sean Crisden, 3, New book, Favorite Author, Favorite narrator finished 7/7
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B. The narrator did a great job, but it was sometimes hard to follow in audio due to the 3rd person omniscient voice.

Brandilyn wrote: "Experience: C, M/M titles should NOT have female narrators."

This made me laugh!

Audio Encounters of the Third Kind Audiobook Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013
Level: Sixteen Candles - Listen to 6 books Finished this level 8/25/13 Moving up to next level Love Potion #9 - listen to 9 books
Option 1: All from same genre

6/9 done

Paranormal:
Book 1:Lover Awakened New Narrator: Jim Frangione, Over 15 hours, B: ★★★★ Finished 7/7/13 ★★★★

Book 2: Ringworld#1 & 2 New Narrator: Tom Parker A:★★★★★ Finished 7/27/13 ★★★

Book 3: Forever Odd#1 & 3 Narrator: David Allen Baker★★★★★ A: Finished 8/25/13★★★★

Book 4: Heart-Shaped Box#1 & 2 New Narrator: Steven Lang ★★★★★ Finished 8/1/13 ★★★★★

Book 5: Protector's Mate #1& 2 New Narrator: Natasha Singh B:★★★★ Finished 8/4/13 ★★★

Book 6: Final Target#1 & 2 New Narrator: Carolyn McCormick ★★★★ B Finished 7/14/13 ★★★★

Book 7: Married With Zombies #1 & 2 New Narrator: Cassandra Campbell

MountainKat wrote: "Brandilyn wrote: "Experience: C, M/M titles should NOT have female narrators."

This made me laugh!"

But it is soo true!

Level: Cheaper by the Dozen
Option 2: A minimum of 3 from each of the three genres
8/12 Complete

Contemporary 3/3+ complete
1. Moving in Rhythm by Dev Bentham Narrated by Charlie Belmont - 1 or 2, New - finished 7/1
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B, The Narrator was good, but the quick POV and scene shifts made the story hard to follow in audio due to the lack of visual cues.
2. One Real Thing by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox Narrated by Max Tatch - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A. The narrator was very good and didn't detract from the story.
3. Her Two Dads by Ariel Tachna Narrated by Jenny Urban, 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★☆☆ Experience: C, M/M titles should NOT have female narrators.
4. Taste by Mickie B Ashling, Narrated by Paul Morey, 2, New (New Author, New Book, Favorite Narrator) Finished 7/8
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★★ Experience: A, what can I say, Paul Morey is an AWESOME narrator. I haven't had a bad experience yet.


Historical 2/3+
1. The Gentleman and the Rogue by Bonnie Dee and Summer Devon, Narrated by Jasper de Montfort - 1 or 2, New finished 7/5
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B Something about how the narrator breathed and audibly wet his mouth repeatedly annoyed me. Of course I am not big on historical to begin with so I was a little annoyed to begin with. One thing I will say is it was a british narrator for a british set novel, so that was good.
2. Widdershins by Jordan L Hawk, Narrated by Julian G. Simmons - 1 or 2, New finished 7/6
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, The Narrator brought the story to life.

Paranormal 2/3+
1. Woke Up in a Strange Place by Eric Arvin Narrated by Charlie David - 1 or 2, New finished 7/3
Book: ★★★☆☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: A, I don't think I would have made it through the print/eink version. The Narrator brought the story to life.
2. The Guardian by Mary Calmes, narrated by Sean Crisden, 3, New book, Favorite Author, Favorite narrator finished 7/7
Book: ★★★★☆ Narrator: ★★★★☆ Experience: B. The narrator did a great job, but it was sometimes hard to follow in audio due to the 3rd person omniscient voice.
3. Escape Velocity by Anah Crow and Dianna Fox, Narrated by Charles Carr, 2, New book, new Narrator, 2nd book by authors (first also in this challenge)