Dangerous Hero Addict Support Group discussion

DHASG March Challenge

Introduction: The third month of 2014 is here already! Hard to believe! March has some distinctive features that we'll celebrate in this monthly challenge. Hope you participate!


Instructions:

1. Each participant can can sign up at any time from the opening of thread and post their final stats when finished.
2. Books must be read between March 1st and March 31st, 2014
3. One book counts for one part of the challenge.
4. Books can be of any genre unless specifically stated.

Levels:
1. Roaring like a Lion!: Read 10-12 books
2. Pot of Gold: Read 5-9 books
3. Frolicking like a lamb: Read 4 books


1.Parlez-vous français?: March 20 is International Francophone Day, which celebrates French language and culture. Read a book that does the same in any small or large way.
2.As Young as You Feel: March 22nd is the day where youth is eternal. Read a book with an older than typical lead character or a young adult/middle grade/juvenile book.
3.National Reading Day: March 2nd is National Reading Day. Read a book that celebrates books and reading in some way. Let us know what you choose in parentheses.
4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: March 20th is International Day of Happiness. Read a book that makes you happy!
5. International Woman's Day!: To celebrate womanhood, pick a book with a standout heroine, a woman you could see as your friend, or who is in some way a role model to you.
6. 3.14: Pi Day is March 14, and it celebrates the mathematical constant π (pi), or 3.14. Read a book with a scientist, mathematician, or someone who appreciates the sciences and math. You could also read a book with someone who bakes (pies, etc) or even loves eating baked goods. If you can come up with another way to use, go for it, but let us know what you choose in parentheses.
7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces is one of the birth signs for March. Pisces are known for the following traits: imaginative, kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive, selfless, escapist, idealistic, weak-willed, over-sensitive, lazy about things they don't care about, and pessimistic. Read a book that has a character with any of these traits, or you can read a book that brings to mind the fish symbol of Pisces.
8. Cabin Fever Month: March is the month of Cabin Fever. Read a book with main character(s) who are stranded together, for whatever reason.
9. Erin Go Bragh!: Not only is March 17th St. Patrick's Day, but March is Irish-American Heritage Month. Celebrate Ireland and Irish heritage by reading a book with characters who are Irish (of Irish descent), set in Ireland, or a book that has the colors of green, white and orange on the cover (a combination of at least two of these).
10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: We all need a break, so you get any book you want for this challenge to celebrate both holidays/events for March.
11. Awkward Moments Day: March 18th is for those of us who seem to have plenty of awkward moments in our lives. Read a book with a character who has a very unfortunate awkward moment, although things turn out well in the end.
12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: To celebrate National Single Parent's Day on March 21st, read a book with a single parent character who finds love.

Information about March and images taken from websites I don't own.



Challenge Participants List:

Tina Theresa
Suzanne
Danielle The Book Huntress

10/10-12 DONE

1.Parlez-vous français?: SKIP
2.As Young as You Feel: (ya) Crash into You 3/11
3.National Reading Day: (librarian) Jaded 3/24
4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: Mine 3/13
5. International Woman's Day!: Emblaze 3/10
6. 3.14: Pi Day (bakes) Taken in Death 3/13
7. Pisces: (weak-willed, over-sensitive) Tamed By You 3/2
8. Cabin Fever Month: Stolen Heat 3/5
9. Erin Go Bragh!: Avenger's Heat 3/23
10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: A SEAL's Surrender 3/22
11. Awkward Moments Day: Stray 3/1
12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: SKIP

Dangerous Hero Addict Support Group
DHASG March 2014 Challenge
Duration: 3/1/2014 - 3/31/2014

Progress: 10 out of 10 (Roaring like a Lion!: Read 10-12 books)

1.Parlez-vous français?: March 20 is International Francophone Day, which celebrates French language and culture. Read a book that does the same in any small or large way.

2.As Young as You Feel: March 22nd is the day where youth is eternal: Read a book with an older than typical lead character or a young adult/middle grade/juvenile book:
Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe by Fannie Flagg - ***** - 3/17/2014

3.National Reading Day: March 2nd is National Reading Day. Read a book that celebrates books and reading in some way. Let us know what you choose in parentheses.

4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: March 20th is International Day of Happiness: Read a book that makes you happy!
Legend by Marie Lu - **** - 3/13/2014


5. International Woman's Day!: To celebrate womanhood, pick a book with a standout heroine, a woman you could see as your friend, or who is in some way a role model to you:
The Professional: Part 1 by Kresley Cole - ***** - 3/20/2014 - Would be fun to hang out with!

6. 3.14: Pi Day is March 14, and it celebrates the mathematical constant π (pi), or 3.14. Read a book with a scientist, mathematician, or someone who appreciates the sciences and math. You could also read a book with someone who bakes (pies, etc) or even loves eating baked goods. If you can come up with another way to use, go for it, but let us know what you choose in parentheses.
The Awakening by Christine Feehan - *** - 3/3/2014 - Main character is a Vet

7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces is one of the birth signs for March. Pisces are known for the following traits: imaginative, kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive, selfless, escapist, idealistic, weak-willed, over-sensitive, lazy about things they don't care about, and pessimistic. Read a book that has a character with any of these traits, or you can read a book that brings to mind the fish symbol of Pisces.
Allegiant by Veronica Roth - ***** - 3/18/2014 - Selfless

8. Cabin Fever Month: March is the month of Cabin Fever: Read a book with main character(s) who are stranded together, for whatever reason:
Trouble on Reserve by Kim Harrison - ***** - 3/16/2014

9. Erin Go Bragh!: Not only is March 17th St. Patrick's Day, but March is Irish-American Heritage Month. Celebrate Ireland and Irish heritage by reading a book with characters who are Irish (of Irish descent), set in Ireland, or a book that has the colors of green, white and orange on the cover (a combination of at least two of these).
No Good Duke Goes Unpunished by Sarah MacLean - ***** - 3/4/2014

10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: We all need a break, so you get any book you want for this challenge to celebrate both holidays/events for March:
Dark Witch by Nora Roberts - *** - 3/9/2014

11. Awkward Moments Day: March 18th is for those of us who seem to have plenty of awkward moments in our lives: Read a book with a character who has a very unfortunate awkward moment, although things turn out well in the end:
Troubles and Treats by Tara Sivec - **** - 3/12/2014

12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: To celebrate National Single Parent's Day on March 21st, read a book with a single parent character who finds love:
Hooked on Murder by Betty Hechtman - ***** - 3/23/2014 - Single Parent who finds Love!

DHASG March Challenge
Duration: 03/01/14 – 03/31/14
Levels: Roaring Like a Lion!
Progress: 10 out of 10-12

1.Parlez-vous français?: Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage by Jennifer Ashley; Read 03/31/14

2.As Young as You Feel: Allegiant by Veronica Roth; Read 03/10/14

3.National Reading Day: Rock Chick Redemption by Kristen Ashley(Fortnum’s; book store); Read 03/14/14

4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: Hard Evidence by Pamela Clare; Read 03/09/14

5. International Woman's Day!: Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet by Darynda Jones; Read 03/24/14

6. 3.14: Sweet Dreams by Kristen Ashley; Read 03/25/14

7. Cabin Fever Month: The Gamble by Kristen Ashley; Read 03/05/14

8. Erin Go Bragh!: Pride Mates by Jennifer Ashley; Read 03/15/14

9. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: Bitten by Kelley Armstrong; Read 03/30/14

10. Single Parents Need Love Too!: Law Man by Kristen Ashley; Read 03/06/14

Just wanted to say how much I appreciate your participating in the monthly challenges, ladies. :-)

DHASG March 2014 Challenge
Duration: March, 1 - March, 31, 2014
Read 7/5-9 Level: Pot of Gold

1.Parlez-vous français?: French language and culture. Read a book that does the same in any small or large way.
2.As Young as You Feel: (young adult) Scarlet, 3/4/2014, 3.5*
3.National Reading Day: Read a book that celebrates books and reading in some way.
4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: Read a book that makes you happy!
5. International Woman's Day!: A Loving Scoundrel, 3/2/2014, 3.5*
6. 3.14: (MC loves eating baked goods) Hard Bitten, 3/7/2014, 3.5*
7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces (kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive) Fair Game, 3/7/2014, 3.5*
8. Cabin Fever Month: Read a book with main character(s) who are stranded together, for whatever reason.
9. Erin Go Bragh!: (MC is of Irish descent) Delusion in Death
10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: Twisted Perfection, 3/1/2014, 3*
11. Awkward Moments Day: The Perfect Match, 3/15/2014, 4*
12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: Sweet Dreams, 3/10/2014, 3.5*

Congratulations, Elizabeth!

Danielle The Book Huntress (Angels Weep For Goodreads) wrote: "Congratulations, Elizabeth!"

Thanks Danielle! i hope that I'll found a couple books more till the end of the month in order to fill some of the other categories :)

You still have some time. It can happen!

DHASG March 2014 Challenge
Duration: March, 1 - March, 31, 2014
Read 11/10-12 Level: Roaring like a Lion!

1.Parlez-vous français?: (set in Montreal, Quebec - French language) Death du Jour, 3/28/2014, 3.5*
2.As Young as You Feel: (young adult) Scarlet, 3/4/2014, 3.5*
3.National Reading Day: (MC is an author) The End of the Affair, 3/18/2014, 4*
4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: Elements of Retrofit, 3/28/2014, 4*
5. International Woman's Day!: A Loving Scoundrel, 3/2/2014, 3.5*
6. 3.14: (MC loves eating baked goods) Hard Bitten, 3/7/2014, 3.5*
7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces (kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive) Fair Game, 3/7/2014, 3.5*
8. Cabin Fever Month: -
9. Erin Go Bragh!: (MC is of Irish descent) Delusion in Death, 3/22/2014, 3.5*
10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: Twisted Perfection, 3/1/2014, 3*
11. Awkward Moments Day: The Perfect Match, 3/15/2014, 4*
12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: Sweet Dreams, 3/10/2014, 3.5*

DHASG March Challenge
March 1st to March 31st, 2014
Pot of Gold
Books complete 8/5-9

1.Parlez-vous français?: March 20 is International Francophone Day, which celebrates French language and culture. Read a book that does the same in any small or large way.

2.As Young as You Feel:

The Hunger Games 3/24 ****

3.National Reading Day: March 2nd is National Reading Day. Read a book that celebrates books and reading in some way. Let us know what you choose in parentheses.

4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!:

Saving Grace 3/15 *****

5. International Woman's Day!:

Frost Burned 3/4 ****

6. 3.14: Pi Day is March 14, and it celebrates the mathematical constant π (pi), or 3.14. Read a book with a scientist, mathematician, or someone who appreciates the sciences and math. You could also read a book with someone who bakes (pies, etc) or even loves eating baked goods. If you can come up with another way to use, go for it, but let us know what you choose in parentheses.

7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces is one of the birth signs for March. Pisces are known for the following traits: imaginative, kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive, selfless, escapist, idealistic, weak-willed, over-sensitive, lazy about things they don't care about, and pessimistic. Read a book that has a character with any of these traits, or you can read a book that brings to mind the fish symbol of Pisces.

8. Cabin Fever Month:

No Strings Attached 3/29 ***

9. Erin Go Bragh!:

Swan and the Bear 3/2 ***

10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!:

Lord of Scoundrels 3/10 ****

11. Awkward Moments Day:

Beautiful Bastard 3/16 *****

12. Single Parents Need Love Too!:

Reaper's Legacy 3/22 ****


Finished:

A bit late but....
Roaring like a Lion!: 10/10-12
1.Parlez-vous français?: March 20 is International Francophone Day, which celebrates French language and culture. Read a book that does the same in any small or large way.
2.As Young as You Feel: March 22nd is the day where youth is eternal. Read a book with an older than typical lead character or a young adult/middle grade/juvenile book.
3.National Reading Day: One Good Earl Deserves a Lover - Sarah MacLean
4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: Wallbanger - Alice Clayton
5. International Woman's Day!: In Darkness Reborn - Alexis Morgan
6. 3.14: Charming the Highlander - Janet Chapman
7. Pisces: The Fish: Tempting the Highlander - Janet Chapman
8. Cabin Fever Month: Can You Keep a Secret? - Sophie Kinsella
9. Erin Go Bragh!:Heated Rush - Leslie Kelly
10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: Loving the Highlander - Janet Chapman
11. Awkward Moments Day: Guilty Pleasures - Laura Lee Guhrke
12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: Wedding the Highlander - Janet Chapman

Complete! Post 4 has been updated.

Congrats to all who have finished. I am working on the April challenge as we speak!

April Challenge is Up. Sorry it's late:

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

Update: 4/1
Completed: 11/12
Level: Roaring Like a Lion!


DONE 2.As Young as You Feel: March 22nd is the day where youth is eternal. Read a book with an older than typical lead character or a young adult/middle grade/juvenile book.--Born of Hatred by Steve McHugh (Nate is 1500 years old) 3/11
DONE 3.National Reading Day: March 2nd is National Reading Day. Read a book that celebrates books and reading in some way. Let us know what you choose in parentheses.--Abducted by a Prince by Olivia Drake (heroine wants to write children's books) 3/24
DONE 4.Don't Worry, Be Happy!: March 20th is International Day of Happiness. Read a book that makes you happy!--Confessions of a Royal Bridegroom by Vanessa Kelly 3/6
DONE 5. International Woman's Day!: To celebrate womanhood, pick a book with a standout heroine, a woman you could see as your friend, or who is in some way a role model to you.--In Want of a Wife by Jo Goodman 3/18
DONE 6. 3.14: Pi Day is March 14, and it celebrates the mathematical constant π (pi), or 3.14. Read a book with a scientist, mathematician, or someone who appreciates the sciences and math. You could also read a book with someone who bakes (pies, etc) or even loves eating baked goods. If you can come up with another way to use, go for it, but let us know what you choose in parentheses.--Breath of Spring by Charlotte Hubbard (makes pies) 3/29
DONE 7. Pisces: The Fish: Pisces is one of the birth signs for March. Pisces are known for the following traits: kind, compassionate, intuitive, sensitive, selfless, escapist, idealistic, over-sensitive. Read a book that has a character with any of these traits, or you can read a book that brings to mind the fish symbol of Pisces.--Pretender to the Throne by Maisey Yates 3/17
DONE 8. Cabin Fever Month: March is the month of Cabin Fever. Read a book with main character(s) who are stranded together, for whatever reason.--Bargain with the Wind by Kathleen O'Brien (hurricane) 3/14
DONE 9. Erin Go Bragh!: Not only is March 17th St. Patrick's Day, but March is Irish-American Heritage Month. Celebrate Ireland and Irish heritage by reading a book with characters who are Irish (of Irish descent), set in Ireland, or a book that has the colors of green, white and orange on the cover (a combination of at least two of these). --Once a Ferrara Wife... by Sarah Morgan (orange/green/white) 3/15
DONE 10. No Homework Day/Spring Break!: We all need a break, so you get any book you want for this challenge to celebrate both holidays/events for March.--With Silent Screams by Steve McHugh 3/13
DONE 11. Awkward Moments Day: March 18th is for those of us who seem to have plenty of awkward moments in our lives. Read a book with a character who has a very unfortunate awkward moment, although things turn out well in the end.--Forbidden Seduction by Sara Wood 3/20
DONE 12. Single Parents Need Love Too!: To celebrate National Single Parent's Day on March 21st, read a book with a single parent character who finds love.--Wind Chime Café by Sophie Moss (orange/white) 3/4