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message 251: by Gea (new)

Gea (gea89) | 545 comments RRRC: October Monthly Challenge
Duration: October 1st - October 31th
8/8 - DONE


2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Doctor's Delight by Angela Verdenius (3/10) *****
3. Geography - Idaho: Phantom Waltz by Catherine Anderson (20/10) *****
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Seducing Simon by Maya Banks (1/10) ***
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Never Seduce a Scot by Maya Banks (2/10) *****
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): One Good Earl Deserves a Lover by Sarah MacLean (15/10) *****
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Hard and Fast by Erin McCarthy (24/10) ****
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Fair Game by Patricia Briggs (9/10) *****
10. Reader's Choice: Love and Let Die by Lexi Blake (5/10) *****

Doctor's Delight (Big Girls Lovin' Trilogy, #1) by Angela Verdenius Phantom Waltz (Kendrick/Coulter/Harrigan, #2) by Catherine Anderson Seducing Simon by Maya Banks Never Seduce a Scot (The Montgomerys and Armstrongs, #1) by Maya Banks One Good Earl Deserves a Lover (The Rules of Scoundrels, #2) by Sarah MacLean Hard and Fast (Fast Track, #2) by Erin McCarthy Fair Game (Alpha & Omega, #3) by Patricia Briggs Love and Let Die (Masters and Mercenaries, #5) by Lexi Blake


message 252: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Gea wrote: "RRRC: October Monthly Challenge
Duration: October 1st - October 31th
8/8 - DONE

✔2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Doctor's Delight by Angela Verdenius (3/10) *****
✔3. Geography - Idaho: Phantom..."


Congrats Gea! Angela Verdinus series was really good! I liked the next one in the series even more than the first. :)


message 253: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2020 comments 2013 October Monthly Challenge

8/10 Completed

01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
An Outlaw's Christmas by Linda Lael Miller
OR
Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens
02. Member of the Month ~ Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
Captured by the Highlander by Julianne MacLean 10/10/13
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagara Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker 10/11/13 (rancher)
04. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
Can't Stand The Heat by Louisa Edwards 10/17/13
05. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
The Mighty Quinns: Dylan by Kate Hoffmann 10/22/13
06. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
The Mighty Quinns: Conor by Kate Hoffmann 10/03/13
07. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Moonlight Warrior by Janet Chapman
08. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
Body Check by Deirdre Martin 10/25/13
09. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
Leopard's Prey by Christine Feehan 10/07/13
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Suddenly You by Sarah Mayberry 10/04/13


XXX An Outlaw's Christmas (McKettricks, #16) by Linda Lael Miller XXX Heart Fortune (Celta's Heartmates, #12) by Robin D. Owens XXX Captured by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy, #1) by Julianne MacLean A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker Can't Stand The Heat (Recipe for Love #1) by Louisa Edwards The Mighty Quinns Dylan (The Mighty Quinns, #2) by Kate Hoffmann The Mighty Quinns Conor (The Mighty Quinns, #1) by Kate Hoffmann XXX Slightly Tempted (Bedwyn Saga #4) by Mary Balogh XXX Moonlight Warrior (Midnight Bay, #1) by Janet Chapman XXX Body Check (New York Blades, #1) by Deirdre Martin Leopard's Prey (Leopard People, #6) by Christine Feehan Suddenly You by Sarah Mayberry


message 254: by Lynne (new)

Lynne (lovetoreadgal) | 1182 comments OCTOBER (35)
10 of 10 Complete!


1. Starts with “O”: Oracle's Moon by Thea Harrison – 10/12
2. Hello Caroline!: Hex Appeal by Linda Wisdom – 10/5
3. Idaho: His Mistress by Christmas by Victoria Alexander (jewelry) – 10/1
4. National Cookie Month: Taste the Heat by Rachel Harris (chef) – 10/5
5. Fire Prevention Day: Playing with Fire by Mia Dymond (firefighter) – 10/17
6. Columbus Day: Exclusively Yours by Shannon Stacey (new author) – 10/6
7. Sweetest Day: Lonestar Sanctuary by Colleen Coble (Clean) – 10/25
8. National Nut Day: Taming GI Jane by Debra Webb (Phy. Trainer) – 10/21
9. Happy Halloween: Devil's Gate by Thea Harrison (paranormal) – 10/20
10. Reader's Choice: The Untamed Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley – 10/24

Complete:
Oracle's Moon (Elder Races, #4) by Thea Harrison Hex Appeal (Hex, #2) by Linda Wisdom His Mistress by Christmas (Sinful Family Secrets, #1) by Victoria Alexander Taste the Heat (Love and Games, #1) by Rachel Harris Playing with Fire (Primrose, Minnesota, #1) by Mia Dymond Exclusively Yours (Kowalski Family, #1) by Shannon Stacey Lonestar Sanctuary (Lonestar Series, #1) by Colleen Coble Taming GI Jane by Debra Webb Devil's Gate (Elder Races, #4.6) by Thea Harrison The Untamed Mackenzie (Highland Pleasures, #5.5) by Jennifer Ashley


message 255: by Stephanie (last edited Oct 28, 2013 03:48PM) (new)

Stephanie | 360 comments October
Completed: 9/10

1. 'O' is for October: The folk of the fringe by Orson Scott Card 10/25/2013

2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Emma by Jane Austen

3. Geography: Shaedes of Gray by Amanda Bonilla 10/17/2013

4. National Cookie Month: Summer Desserts by Nora Roberts 10/4/2013

5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Firestorm by Iris Johansen 10/7/2013

6. Columbus Day (October 14): Acorna: The Unicorn Girl by Anne McCaffrey 10/28/2013

7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George 10/12/2013

8. National Nut Day (October 22): Against the Ropes by Sarah Castille 10/21/2013

9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Wicked Edge by Nina Bangs 10/6/2013

10. Reader's Choice: Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix 10/18/2013

The Folk of the Fringe by Orson Scott Card Emma by Jane Austen Shaedes of Gray (Shaede Assassin, #1) by Amanda Bonilla Summer Desserts (Great Chefs, #1) (Language of Love, #23 - Dahlia) by Nora Roberts Firestorm by Iris Johansen Acorna The Unicorn Girl (Acorna #1) by Anne McCaffrey Princess of the Midnight Ball (Princess #1) by Jessica Day George Against the Ropes (Against the Ropes, #1) by Sarah Castille Wicked Edge (Castle of Dark Dreams, #5) by Nina Bangs Among the Hidden (Shadow Children, #1) by Margaret Peterson Haddix


message 256: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Lynne wrote: "OCTOBER (35)
10 of 10 Complete!

√ 1. Starts with “O”: Oracle's Moon by Thea Harrison – 10/12
√ 2. Hello Caroline!: Hex Appeal by Linda Wisdom – 10/5
√ 3. Idaho: His Mistress by Christmas b..."


Congrats Lynne!


message 257: by Pam (last edited Oct 27, 2013 11:37AM) (new)

Pam (txpam) | 142 comments .....................2/4 books read....................


1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP

2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP

3. Idaho/Jewelry in the plot...KISS ME IF YOU CAN by Carly Phillips...

4. National Cookie Month:.....SKIP

5. Fire Prevention Day:...skip

6. Columbus Day/first book in series:...SKIP

7. Sweetest Day/Book recommended by friend:...PRIDE
MATES by Jenneifer Ashley...10-

8. National Nut Day:...SKIP

9. Happy Halloween/PNR...ghost: MISCHIEF IN MUDBUG by
Jana Deleon...10-19-13


10. Reader's Choice:...LET LOVE FIND YOU by Johanna Lindsey...10-10-13


message 258: by Katharina (new)

Katharina | 802 comments October 2013 Monthly Reading Challenge
5/5


1. 'O'ctober
The Outlaw Nicole Jordan 10/26

3. Idaho author
Fit to Be Tied Robin Lee Hatcher 10/06

6. Columbus
A Vote of Confidence Robin Lee Hatcher 10/03

7. Sweetest Day
A Matter of Character Robin Lee Hatcher 10/10

9. Halloween
Love Bites Margaret St.George 10/15

The Outlaw  by Nicole Jordan Fit to Be Tied (Sisters of Bethlehem Springs, #2) by Robin Lee Hatcher A Vote of Confidence (Sisters of Bethlehem Springs, #1) by Robin Lee Hatcher A Matter of Character by Robin Lee Hatcher Love Bites by Margaret St.George


message 259: by MountainKat, Moderator (last edited Oct 26, 2013 10:05PM) (new)

MountainKat | 31601 comments 2013 October Monthly Challenges

October Monthly Challenge

Huh, I started planning for next month without signing up... I'm in for all ten! I will try to post as I go, but I am really not good at that - I usually just post when I'm done.

10 of 10. Updated 10.26.13. DONE!! Geez, I can't even update when I'm done! I finished a couple of days ago and am just now sitting down to do my updates…

1. 'O' is for October: One Perfect Night by Bella Andre 10.24.13
2. Member of the Month - Caroline: Envy by J.R. Ward 10.18.13
3. Geography - Idaho: Redneck Romeo by Lorelei James 10.16.13
4. National Cookie Month: Ravenous by Eden Summers 10.20.13
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Always On My Mind by Jill Shalvis 10.22.13
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Tempting the Best Man by J. Lynn 10.3.13
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): The Door Into Spring by Missy Welsh 10.2.13
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Life in Fusion by Ethan Day 10.4.13
9. Happy Halloween (October 31):Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning 10.12.13
10. Reader's Choice: The Untamed Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley 10. 12.13

The Door Into Spring (Wes & Mal, #1.5) by Missy Welsh Tempting the Best Man (Gamble Brothers, #1) by J. Lynn Life in Fusion (Sno Ho, #2) by Ethan Day The Untamed Mackenzie (Highland Pleasures, #5.5) by Jennifer Ashley Shadowfever (Fever, #5) by Karen Marie Moning Redneck Romeo (Rough Riders, #15) by Lorelei James Envy (Fallen Angels, #3) by J.R. Ward Ravenous by Eden Summers Always On My Mind (Lucky Harbor, #8) by Jill Shalvis One Perfect Night by Bella Andre

Congratulations to all the finishers!!


message 260: by Pam (new)

Pam (txpam) | 142 comments .....................3/4 books read....................


1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP

2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP

3. Idaho/Jewelry in the plot...KISS ME IF YOU CAN by Carly Phillips...10-27-13

4. National Cookie Month:.....SKIP

5. Fire Prevention Day:...skip

6. Columbus Day/first book in series:...SKIP

7. Sweetest Day/Book recommended by friend:...PRIDE
MATES by Jenneifer Ashley...10-

8. National Nut Day:...SKIP

9. Happy Halloween/PNR...ghost: MISCHIEF IN MUDBUG by
Jana Deleon...10-19-13


10. Reader's Choice:...LET LOVE FIND YOU by Johanna Lindsey...10-10-13


message 261: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Katharina wrote: "October 2013 Monthly Reading Challenge
5/5


1. 'O'ctober The Outlaw Nicole Jordan 10/26

3. Idaho author Fit to Be Tied Robin Lee Hatcher 10/06

6. Columbus A Vote of Confidence Robin Lee Hatcher ..."


Congrats Katharina!!


message 262: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments MountainKat wrote: "2013 October Monthly Challenges

October Monthly Challenge

Huh, I started planning for next month without signing up... I'm in for all ten! I will try to post as I go, but I am really not good at ..."


Congrats MountainKat!!!


message 263: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments 4 DAYS AND 10 HOURS LEFT TILL END OF CHALLENGE!!!


message 264: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 31601 comments Thanks Hina!


message 265: by Elizabeth (new)

Elizabeth (elizabeth_greece) | 1918 comments RRRC October Monthly Challenge
Duration: 10/1/13 - 10/31/13
Progress 8/8


1. 'O' is for October: (book that starts with 'O')One Good Earl Deserves a Lover, 10/22/2013
2. Member of the Month – Caroline:Dracula, 10/9/2013
3. Geography: (farmer) The Good Earth, 10/6/2013
6. Columbus Day (October 14): How to Kill a Rock Star by Tiffanie DiBartolo, 10/10/2013
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): (PIFM) Seabiscuit: An American Legend, 10/5/2013
8. National Nut Day (October 22): (sports romance)Hot Item, 10/27/2013
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): (paranormal romance) Affliction, 10/26/2013
10. Reader's Choice: Heaven and Hell,10/14/2013

One Good Earl Deserves a Lover (The Rules of Scoundrels, #2) by Sarah MacLean Dracula by Bram Stoker The Good Earth (House of Earth, #1) by Pearl S. Buck How to Kill a Rock Star by Tiffanie DeBartolo Seabiscuit An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand Hot Item (Hot Zone #3) by Carly Phillips Affliction (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter, #22) by Laurell K. Hamilton Heaven and Hell (Heaven and Hell, #1) by Kristen Ashley


message 266: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Elizabeth wrote: "RRRC October Monthly Challenge
Duration: 10/1/13 - 10/31/13
Progress 8/8

1. 'O' is for October: (book that starts with 'O')One Good Earl Deserves a Lover, 10/22/2013
2. Member of the Month – Caro..."


Congrats Elizabeth!!


message 267: by Elizabeth (new)

Elizabeth (elizabeth_greece) | 1918 comments Hina wrote: "Elizabeth wrote: "RRRC October Monthly Challenge
Duration: 10/1/13 - 10/31/13
Progress 8/8

1. 'O' is for October: (book that starts with 'O')One Good Earl Deserves a Lover, 10/22/2013
2. Member o..."


Thanks!


message 268: by KarenF (new)

KarenF (cleocleveland) | 1099 comments Congrats to all the finishers!

8/8 Read - Complete

O for October: Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout 10/22/13
Hello Caroline! The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks 10/27/13
Idaho: Instant Attraction by Jill Shalvis 10/10/13
National Cookie Month: Red Velvet Revenge by Jenn McKinlay 10/16/13
Fire Prevention Day: The Hostage by Susan Wiggs (set during the Great Chicago Fire) 10/26/13
Columbus Day: Duchess in Love by Eloisa James (first in series) 10/4/13
Happy Halloween: Alpha Instinct by Katie Reus 10/14/13
My Choice: First Lord's Fury by Jim Butcher 10/8/13



Unread: All Done!

Read: Duchess in Love (Duchess Quartet, #1) by Eloisa James First Lord's Fury (Codex Alera, #6) by Jim Butcher Instant Attraction (Wilder, #1) by Jill Shalvis Alpha Instinct (Moon Shifter, #1) by Katie Reus Red Velvet Revenge (Cupcake Bakery Mystery, #4) by Jenn McKinlay Obsidian (Lux, #1) by Jennifer L. Armentrout The Hostage (Great Chicago Fire Trilogy #1) by Susan Wiggs The Darkest Hour (KGI, #1) by Maya Banks


message 269: by Lacy (new)

Lacy (lacy_stewart) | 1966 comments Congrats KarenF and everyone else!


message 270: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments Got one more, but that'll be it for me this month. The books I'm reading now don't fit the rest of the challenge. See you in November!


RRRC Monthly Challenge
October 1-31, 2013

6/5


√ 1. O = On a Wild Night by Stephanie Laurens - 10.10
2. Caroline's shelves: The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs
√ 3. Jewelry on cover: The Handmaiden's Necklace by Kat Martin - 10.16
4. SKIP
√ 5. The Great Chicago Fire: The Hostage by Susan Wiggs - 10.26
√ 6. New author I discovered: Bella Andre: The Look of Love - 10.03
√ 7. Sweet or clean romance: Highlander for the Holidays by Janet Chapman - 10.05
8. SKIP
9. PNR: Leopard's Prey by Christine Feehan
√ 10. Reader's Choice: Much Ado About Rogues by Kasey Michaels - 10.08


message 271: by Joann (new)

Joann | 973 comments I'm in for 6 this month.

RRRC October 2013 Monthly Challenge

Duration: October 1, 2013 - October 31, 2013

6/6 Read

Challenge Complete 10.25.13


1. 'O' is for October: One Dead Cookie by Virginia Lowell, 10.15.13 ★★★
2. Geography (Idaho): Blood Before Sunrise by Amanda Bonilla, 10.25.13 ★★★
3. Columbus Day (October 14): Gone by Michael Grant, 10.12.13 ★★★★
4. Sweetest Day (October 19): Paradise Valley by Robyn Carr, 10.22.13 ★★★★★
5. Happy Halloween (October 31): Immortal Ever After by Lynsay Sands, 10.06.13 ★★★★
6. Reader's Choice: A Hidden Witch by Deborah Geary, 10.06.13 ★★★★★

One Dead Cookie (Cookie Cutter, #4) by Virginia Lowell Blood Before Sunrise (Shaede Assassin, #2) by Amanda Bonilla Gone (Gone, #1) by Michael Grant Paradise Valley (Virgin River, #7) by Robyn Carr Immortal Ever After (Argeneau, #18) by Lynsay Sands A Hidden Witch (A Modern Witch, #2) by Debora Geary


message 272: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments KarenF wrote: "Congrats to all the finishers!

8/8 Read - Complete

O for October: Obsidian by Jennifer Armentrout 10/22/13
Hello Caroline! The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks 10/27/13
Idaho: Instant Attraction by Jil..."


Congrats KarenF!


message 273: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments BJ Rose wrote: "Got one more, but that'll be it for me this month. The books I'm reading now don't fit the rest of the challenge. See you in November!


RRRC Monthly Challenge
October 1-31, 2013

6/5

√ 1. O = On ..."


Congrats BJ Rose!!


message 274: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Joann wrote: "I'm in for 6 this month.

RRRC October 2013 Monthly Challenge

Duration: October 1, 2013 - October 31, 2013

6/6 Read

Challenge Complete 10.25.13

1. 'O' is for October: One Dead Cookie by Virgini..."


Congrats Joann!


message 275: by Joann (new)

Joann | 973 comments Thanks, Hina!


message 276: by Erin (new)

Erin (erin-b) RRRC October 2013 Challenge

Read: 6/3 Done!!

2. Member of the Month: I Dare You by Tam Ames 10/26/13
3. Geography - Idaho: Samhain's Kiss 10/25/13
6. Columbus Day: Blood Signs by Amber Kell 10/11/13
7. Sweetest Day: His Hearth by Mary Calmes 10/28/13
9. Happy Halloween!: Timothy by Bailey Bradford 10/27/13
10. Reader's Choice: The Student Prince by FayJay 10/21/13

I Dare You (Dare #1) by Tam Ames Samhain's Kiss (Blood, Moon and Sun, #2) by Amber Kell Blood Signs (Blood, Moon and Sun, #1) by Amber Kell His Hearth (Warder #1) by Mary Calmes Timothy (Leopard's Spots, #3) by Bailey Bradford The Student Prince by FayJay


message 277: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Erin wrote: "RRRC October 2013 Challenge

Read: 6/3 Done!!

2. Member of the Month: I Dare You by Tam Ames 10/26/13
3. Geography - Idaho: Samhain's Kiss 10/25/13
6. Columbus Day: Blood Signs by Amber Kell 10/1..."


Congrats Erin! Are you going to try to get one more book done?


message 278: by Erin (new)

Erin (erin-b) Hina wrote: "Erin wrote: "RRRC October 2013 Challenge

Read: 6/3 Done!!

2. Member of the Month: I Dare You by Tam Ames 10/26/13
3. Geography - Idaho: Samhain's Kiss 10/25/13
6. Columbus Day: Blood Signs by Am..."


Thanks! No, I think that's it for me this month. We are getting the house tented for termites tomorrow morning, so there won't be much time before the end of the month.


message 279: by Barbara ★ (new)

Barbara ★ | 3901 comments CHALLENGE COMPLETE


READ: 8/8

✔1. 'O' is for October: Once Upon a Tower - Eloisa James 10/8
✔2. Member of the Month: Highlander's Curse - Melissa Mayhue (pub 2011) 10/16
✔3. Geography-setting in Idaho: Aunt Dimity and the Duke - Nancy Atherton (heroine is a gardener) 10/6
✔5. Fire Prevention Day: Firewalker - Allyson James 10/27
✔6. Columbus Day: Such Wicked Intent - Kenneth Oppel 10/26
✔7. Sweetest Day: The Terror - Dan Simmons (recommended by my father) 10/23
✔9. Happy Halloween: Gunmetal Magic - Ilona Andrews (shifter) 10/25
✔10. Reader's Choice: Eternally Yours - Cate Tiernan 1018

Once Upon a Tower (Fairy Tales, #5) by Eloisa James Highlander's Curse (Daughters of the Glen, #8) by Melissa Mayhue Aunt Dimity and the Duke (An Aunt Dimity Mystery #2) by Nancy Atherton Firewalker (Stormwalker, #2) by Allyson James Such Wicked Intent (The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein, #2) by Kenneth Oppel The Terror by Dan Simmons Gunmetal Magic by Ilona Andrews Eternally Yours (Immortal Beloved, #3) by Cate Tiernan


message 280: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Barbara ★ wrote: "CHALLENGE COMPLETE

READ: 8/8

✔1. 'O' is for October: Once Upon a Tower - Eloisa James 10/8
✔2. Member of the Month: Highlander's Curse - Melissa Mayhue (pub 2011) 10/16
✔3. Geography-setting in I..."


Congrats Barbara!


message 281: by Bookchaser (last edited Oct 29, 2013 09:22AM) (new)

Bookchaser | 2020 comments 2013 October Monthly Challenge

9/10 Completed

01. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
Heart Fortune by Robin D. Owens 10/29/13
02. Member of the Month ~ Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
Captured by the Highlander by Julianne MacLean 10/10/13
03. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.
Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagara Falls.
You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker 10/11/13 (rancher)
04. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.
Can't Stand The Heat by Louisa Edwards 10/17/13
05. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
The Mighty Quinns: Dylan by Kate Hoffmann 10/22/13
06. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
The Mighty Quinns: Conor by Kate Hoffmann 10/03/13
07. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Slightly Tempted by Mary Balogh
OR
Moonlight Warrior by Janet Chapman
08. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.
Body Check by Deirdre Martin 10/25/13
09. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).
Leopard's Prey by Christine Feehan 10/07/13
10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Suddenly You by Sarah Mayberry 10/04/13


Heart Fortune (Celta's Heartmates, #12) by Robin D. Owens Captured by the Highlander (Highlander Trilogy, #1) by Julianne MacLean A Baby by Chance by Cathy Gillen Thacker Can't Stand The Heat (Recipe for Love #1) by Louisa Edwards The Mighty Quinns Dylan (The Mighty Quinns, #2) by Kate Hoffmann The Mighty Quinns Conor (The Mighty Quinns, #1) by Kate Hoffmann XXX Slightly Tempted (Bedwyn Saga #4) by Mary Balogh XXX Moonlight Warrior (Midnight Bay, #1) by Janet Chapman XXX Body Check (New York Blades, #1) by Deirdre Martin Leopard's Prey (Leopard People, #6) by Christine Feehan Suddenly You by Sarah Mayberry


UnusualChild{beppy} | 1282 comments i'm in for all 10.
READ: 10/10



1) starts with "o": Once Bitten, Twice Shy 10/16 3*
2) hello, caroline!: Soulless 10/13 4*
3) idaho: Wild Thing 10/28 3*
4) cookie month: The Chocolate Thief 10/15 3*
5) fire prevention: Under Fire 10/5 3*
6) columbus day: Exclusively Yours 10/5 4*
7) sweetest day: Edenbrooke 10/20 5*
8) national nut day: Micah Rush 10/21 1*
9) hallowe'en: The Beast in Him 10/19 3*
10) reader's choice: Mrs. Drew Plays Her Hand 10/12 5*

woo-hoo! finished!


message 283: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments beppy wrote: "i'm in for all 10.
READ: 10/10



1) starts with "o": Once Bitten, Twice Shy 10/16 3*
2) hello, caroline!: Soulless 10/13 4*
3) idaho: Wild Thing 10/28 3*
4) cookie month: The Chocolate Thief 10/1..."


Congrats Beppy!


message 284: by Monika (new)

Monika (aria85) | 8 comments 7/10 complete

1) "O" is for October
Jennifer L. Armentrout - Obsidian
Read 10/7, 5*

2) A Book Published in 2011
Kendare Blake - Anna Dressed in Blood

3) Geography - Idaho
Catherine Anderson - Blue Skies
Read 10/14, 4*

4) National Cookie Month
Sarah Addison Allen - Garden Spells
Read 10/2, 4.5*

5) Fire Prevention Day
Nora Roberts - Chasing Fire

6) Columbus Day
John Flanagan - The Outcast (Brotherband Chronicles 1)
Read 10/5, 4.5*

7) Sweetest Day
Julie Kagawa - The Iron King
Read 10/10, 4*

8) National Nut Day
Susan Elizabeth Phillips - Natural Born Charm

9) Happy Halloween
J.R.Ward - Lover at Last
Read 10/30, 4*

10) Reader´s Choice
Jojo Moyes - Me Bofore You
Read 10/1, 5*


message 285: by Shan ~A~ (new)

Shan ~A~ | 1830 comments I'm in. 8 of 8
1. 'O' is for October: Once Upon a Winter's Eve(Spindle Cove #1.5) by Tessa Dare 10/20
3. Geography: Locked(The Alpha Group #1) by Maya Cross 10/29 Jewelry on cover
4. National Cookie Month: The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen 10/06
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Darkfever(Fever #1) by Karen Marie Moning 10/05 *reread*
7. Sweetest Day: Eternal Vows(Hideaway Wedding #2) by Rochelle Alers 10/01
8. National Nut Day (October 22): Marley in Chains by R.G. Alexander 10/18
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Dark Needs at Night's Edge(Immortals After Dark #5) by Kresley Cole 10/01
10.Reader's Choice: Watchers in the Night(The Guardians of the Night, #1) by Jenna Black 10/10

Eternal Vows by Rochelle Alers Dark Needs at Night's Edge (Immortals After Dark, #5) by Kresley Cole Darkfever (Fever, #1) by Karen Marie Moning The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen Watchers in the Night (The Guardians of the Night, #1) by Jenna Black Once Upon a Winter's Eve (Spindle Cove, #1.5) by Tessa Dare Marley in Chains by R.G. Alexander Locked (The Alpha Group, #1) by Maya Cross

!!!!!!!!! I AM DONE !!!!!!!!!!


message 286: by BJ Rose (new)

BJ Rose (bjrose) | 4413 comments Hina wrote:
Congrats BJ Rose!! "


Thanks, Hina!


message 287: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Shan wrote: "I'm in. 8 of 8
1. 'O' is for October: Once Upon a Winter's Eve(Spindle Cove #1.5) by Tessa Dare 10/20
3. Geography: Locked(The Alpha Group #1) by Maya Cross 10/29
Jewelry on cover

4. National C..."


Congrats Shan!


message 288: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12278 comments Make sure to stop by the voting thread and nominate an author you would like to read for our 2014 Author Group Buddy Read!

Here's the link to the thread -

https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


message 289: by Pam (new)

Pam (txpam) | 142 comments xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx I FINISHED!!!!!!xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

.....................4/4 books read....................


1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP

2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP

3. Idaho/Jewelry in the plot...KISS ME IF YOU CAN by Carly Phillips...10-27-13

4. National Cookie Month:.....SKIP

5. Fire Prevention Day:...skip

6. Columbus Day/first book in series:...SKIP

7. Sweetest Day/Book recommended by friend:...PRIDE
MATES by Jenneifer Ashley...10-28-13

8. National Nut Day:...SKIP

9. Happy Halloween/PNR...ghost: MISCHIEF IN MUDBUG by
Jana Deleon...10-19-13


10. Reader's Choice:...LET LOVE FIND YOU by Johanna Lindsey...10-10-13


message 290: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Pam wrote: "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx I FINISHED!!!!!!xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

.....................4/4 books read....................


1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP

2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP

3. Idaho/Jewelry in th..."


Congrats Pam!


message 291: by Sassafrass (new)

Sassafrass (sass-a-frass) | 4192 comments crap, I've got to update my list when I get home tonight!


message 292: by Susan (new)

Susan (scoutmomskf) | 1843 comments 7/10



1. 'O' is for October: Read a book that starts with 'O' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'O'.
One Night with the Doctor by Cindy Kirk One Night with the Doctor - Cindy Kirk (HSE #2291 - Oct 2013) - Oct 10

2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Caroline has been a member of the RRRC since 2011. Here is the link to Caroline's Shelves Please read a book from any of Caroline's shelves or a book published in 2011.
Knit the Season A Friday Night Knitting Club Novel by Kate Jacobs Knit the Season - Kate Jacobs (Berkley - Nov 2010) ( Caroline's shelves) - Oct 11

3. Geography: Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Idaho.

Facts about Idaho:
★Idaho is also known as the “Gem” State. Idaho produces 72 types of precious and semi-precious stones.
★Idaho is the No. 1 producer of Potatoes, Trout, Austrian Winter Peas and Lentils. -
★Shoshone Falls at 212 feet drops 52 feet further than Niagra Falls.

You can also read a book with jewelry on the cover or part of the plot. Or read a book with a farmer or rancher. Or read a book where characters spend majority of their time outside or involved in some type of outdoor recreation.
Torrid Nights by Beth Brookes Torrid Nights - Beth Brookes/Lindsay McKenna (Jove - Mar 1984) (construction) - Oct 12

4. National Cookie Month: Enjoy the sweet flavor of cookies. Read a book with dessert on the cover (chocolate, cupcakes, cakes, etc). OR read a book that has food, cooking, baking a big part of the plot.

5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Read a book where character fights/investigates fire. OR where a fire plays major role in the plot line.
Marry Me under the Mistletoe by Rebecca Winters Marry Me Under the Mistletoe - Rebecca Winters (HR #4402 - Nov 2013) (firefighter) - Oct 30

6. Columbus Day (October 14): Land, ho! Read a book/author you “discovered.” OR read the first book in a series.
The Christmas Baby Surprise by Shirley Jump The Christmas Baby Surprise - Shirley Jump (HR #4398 - Oct 2013) (book 1) - Oct 5

7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Read a book that was recommended by your friend or a special someone. OR Read a sweet OR clean romance.
Snowbound with the Soldier by Jennifer Faye Snowbound With the Soldier - Jennifer Faye (HR #4396 - Oct 2013) (sweet/clean) - Oct 4

8. National Nut Day (October 22): Read a book where a character is focused on healthy eating and exercise. OR Read a book that is a sports romance.

9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Boo! Read a book where the characters are in costumes OR read a paranormal romance (vampires, shifters, witches, etc).

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice.
Three Little Words (Fool's Gold, #12) by Susan Mallery Three Little Words - Susan Mallery (HQN - Aug 2013) - Oct 13


message 293: by Angie (new)

Angie | 761 comments 1. 'O' is for October: Pleasure Bound - Opal Carew - October 5
2. Member of the Month – Caroline: A Lady's Wish - Katharine Ashe - October 24
3. Geography: Strong Silent Type - Lorelei James - October 7
4. National Cookie Month: Shoulda Been A Cowboy - Lorelei James - October 9
5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Origins: The Fire - Debra Driza - October 15
6. Columbus Day (October 14): Amber Beach - Elizabeth Lowell - October 2
7. Sweetest Day (October 19): A Tiny Bit Marvellous - Dawn French - October 2
8. National Nut Day (October 22): All Jacked Up - Lorelei James - October 10
9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs - Molly Harper - October 9
10. Reader's Choice: Mine To Hold - Shayla Black - October 6
Pleasure Bound by Opal Carew A Lady's Wish by Katharine Ashe Strong, Silent Type (Rough Riders #6.5) by Lorelei James Shoulda Been a Cowboy (Rough Riders, #7) by Lorelei James Origins The Fire (MILA 2.0, #0.5) by Debra Driza Amber Beach (Donovan, #1) by Elizabeth Lowell A Tiny Bit Marvellous by Dawn French All Jacked Up (Rough Riders #8) by Lorelei James Nice Girls Don't Have Fangs (Jane Jameson, #1) by Molly Harper Mine to Hold (Wicked Lovers, #6) by Shayla Black


message 294: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Congrats Angie!!


message 295: by Patricia (new)

Patricia (catnaping) | 328 comments 3/3 Done

6. Columbus Day (October 14):Bound By Night Larissa Ione 10/30

9. Happy Halloween (October 31): How to Drive a Dragon Crazy G.A Aiken 10/21

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of your choice. Tempt the Stars Karen Chance 10/17

read
Tempt the Stars (Cassandra Palmer, #6) by Karen Chance How to Drive a Dragon Crazy (Dragon Kin, #6) by G.A. Aiken Bound by Night (MoonBound Clan Vampires, #1) by Larissa Ione


message 296: by Sassafrass (new)

Sassafrass (sass-a-frass) | 4192 comments In for 10!

10/10 Completed!


1. 'O' is for October: Up All Night in Bliss by Sophie Oak done 10/25/13

2. Member of the Month – Caroline: Beauty Queens (2011) done 10/5/13

3. Geography: Cowboy Dad done 10/7/13


4. National Cookie Month: Forever and a Day done 10/2/13

5. Fire Prevention Day (October 9): Trick or Treat Murder done 10/1/13

6. Columbus Day (October 14): Swallowtail done 10/9/13

7. Sweetest Day (October 19): Angelfall (recommended by Renee) done 10/4/13

8. National Nut Day (October 22): Match Me If You Can (Sports Romance) done 10/11/13

9. Happy Halloween (October 31): Already Freakn' Mated done 10/23/13

10. Reader's Choice: Can You Keep a Secret? done 10/10/13


message 297: by Runell (new)

Runell Finished!

4/4

5. Fire Prevention Day: Hot Head 4 ★ [10/10/13]
6. Columbus Day: Dark Space 5 ★ [10/30/13]
9. Happy Halloween: Paul's Dream 5 ★ [10/8/13]
10. Reader's Choice: Who We Are 5 ★ [10/7/13]

Finished:

Who We Are (Bear, Otter, and the Kid #2) by T.J. Klune Paul's Dream by Rowan McBride Hot Head (Head, #1) by Damon Suede Dark Space by Lisa Henry


message 298: by Pam (last edited Oct 30, 2013 10:00PM) (new)

Pam (txpam) | 142 comments Hina wrote: "Pam wrote: "xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx I FINISHED!!!!!!xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

.....................4/4 books read....................


1. Starts with “O”:....SKIP

2. Hello Caroline!.....SKIP

3. Idaho/J..."



...............THANK YOU HINA!.................


message 299: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 4260 comments RRRC October 2013 Challenge

3/3 Completed FINISHED 31/10/13


1. Idaho: Val Roberts - The Valmont Contingency 31/10/13 ★★★★★
2. Happy Halloween: Ritual Magic 7/10/13 ★★★★★
3. Choice: Deception Cove 1/10/13 ★★★★

The Valmont Contingency by Val Roberts Ritual Magic (World of the Lupi, #10) by Eileen Wilks Deception Cove (Rainshadow, #2; Harmony, #10) by Jayne Castle


message 300: by Hina (new)

Hina (hinaj) | 2581 comments Patty wrote: "3/3 Done

6. Columbus Day (October 14):Bound By Night Larissa Ione 10/30

9. Happy Halloween (October 31): How to Drive a Dragon Crazy G.A Aiken 10/21

10. Reader's Choice: Read any book of yo..."


Congrats Patty!


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