Around the Year in 52 Books discussion
2021 Plans
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Rachel G's ATY Adventure est. 2021
I am new to the group and like the idea of reading in order. I do get most of my materials from the library, however, and may run into some timing problems for which I will need to adjust.
1. A book related to “In the Beginning...”Book: The Silver Pigs by Lindsey Davis
Date read:1/3/21
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This is the first book in the series and it was a wonderful 5 star read. I plan to continue with this series.
2. A book by an author whose name doesn't contain the letters A, T or YBook: My Hero Academia, Vol. 24 by Kohei Horikoshi
Date read: 1/5/21
It developed a better understanding of some villains origin stories but I prefer seeing the heroes in action.
3. A book related to the lyrics for the song "My Favorite Things" from The Sound of MusicBook: Rain Falling on Tamarind Trees: A Travelogue of Vietnam by C.L. Hoang
Date read: 1/15/21
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I felt this title was very lyrical and would fit into a Vietnamese version of "My Favorite Things". It was very interesting to learn about Vietnam through the author's eyes.
4. A book with a monochromatic cover
Book: The Arnifour Affair by Gregory Harris
Date read: 1/25/21
I enjoyed this first book in the series.
4. A book with a monochromatic cover
Book: The Shape of the Ruins by Juan Gabriel Vásquez
Date read: 1/26/21
5. A book by an author on USA Today's list of 100 Black Novelists You Should ReadBook: Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosley
Date read: 1/31/21
6. A love storyBook: Married to a Bedouin by Marguerite van Geldermalsen
Date read: 2/1/21
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Marguerite marries a Bedouin man after falling in love on her trip to Petra, Jordan and writes about her life. Very interesting read.
6. A love storyBook: A Room with a Roux by Sarah Fox
Date read: 2/2/21
Marley loves solving a mystery and loves her new husband. This book takes place when they take a short vacation.
7. A book that fits a prompt suggestion that didn't make the final listBook: Everfair by Nisi Shawl
Date read: 2/10/21
I used an alternate history book as the prompt suggestion.
8. A book set in a state, province, or country you have never visitedBook: Adventures in Music and Culture: Travels of an Ethnomusicologist in West Africa by Rob Baker
Date read: 2/14/21
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A 5* read. It is very interesting and takes place in Togo and Benin, I really enjoyed it.
9. A book you associate with a specific season or time of year🎧 Audiobook: Midwinter Murder: Fireside Tales from the Queen of Mystery by Agatha Christie
Date finished: 2/22/21
A set of short stories.
9. A book you associate with a specific season or time of yearBook: The Sword of Summer by Rick Riordan
Date read: 2/27/21
I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading the next ones in the series.
10. A book with a female villain or criminalBook: The Diamond Thief by Sharon Gosling
Date read: 2/28/21
11. A book to celebrate The Grand Egyptian MuseumBook: The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan
Date read: 3/1/21
11. A book to celebrate The Grand Egyptian MuseumBook: The Egyptian Antiquities Murder by Sara Rosett
Date read: 3/5/21
12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation*Book: That Hair by Djaimilia Pereira de Almeida
Translated from Portuguese by Eric M.B. Becker
Date read: 3/6/21
*KIS Option:
- any book by a woman writer that has been translated
12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation*Book: Winter Pasture: One Woman's Journey with China's Kazakh Herders by Li Juan
Translated from Chinese by Jack Hargreaves and Yan Yan
Date read: 3/7/21
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This book was very interesting, very well written and wonderful to read.
*KIS Option:
- any book by a woman writer that has been translated
12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation*Book: Morgue Drawer Four by Jutta Profijt
Translated from German by Erik J. Macki
Date read: 3/8/21
*KIS Option:
- any book by a woman writer that has been translated
12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in TranslationBook: The Queue by Basma Abdel Aziz
Translated from Arabic by Elisabeth Jaquette
Date read: 3/9/21
13. A book written by an author of one of your best reads of 2020Book: Fatal Fried Rice by Vivien Chien
Date read: 3/12/21
One of my favorite series! I always make sure I read when they come out.
15. A book that features siblings as the main characters🎧 Audiobook: The Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan
Date finished: 3/29/21
16. A book with a building in the titleBook: A LONG WAY TO SCHOOL: A Story of Overcoming Challenges and Never Giving Up by Seconde Nimenya
read: 3/20/21
16. A book with a building in the titleBook: Murder at the Capitol by C.M. Gleason
read: 3/20/21
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Possibly my favorite historical mystery series.
17. A book with a Muslim character or authorBook: Muslim Women Are Everything: Stereotype-Shattering Stories of Courage, Inspiration, and Adventure by Seema Yasmin
read: 3/21/21
17. A book with a Muslim character or authorBook: Daring to Drive: A Saudi Woman's Awakening byManal Al-Sharif
read: 3/21/21
17. A book with a Muslim character or authorBook: I Should Have Honor: A Memoir of Hope and Pride in Pakistan by Khalida Brohi
read: 3/22/21
18. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 1Book: The Body in the Library by Agatha Christie
read: 3/24/21
A historical mystery with a body connected to a library.
19. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 2Book: Murder Is a Must by Marty Wingate
read: 3/26/21
A contemporary mystery with a body connected to a library.
20. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 3Book: A Borrowed Man by Gene Wolfe
read: 3/26/21
A Sci-fi mystery with a body connected to a library.
I really enjoyed the concept of this book.
21. A book whose title and author both contain the letter "u"Book: The 500 Hidden Secrets of Prague by Vendula Havlikova
read: 3/28/21
Not your typical boring travel guide. This book was very interesting and has 5 places to enjoy for each of the 100 categories. It gives me just enough information without making me feel overwhelmed.
22. A book posted in one of the ATY Best Book of the Month threadsBook: The Ravenmaster: Life with the Ravens at the Tower of London by Christopher Skaife
read: 3/28/21
Very interesting book. Thanks to Jackie for posting it on the Dec. 2020 thread.
23. A cross genre novelBook: Mrs. Jeffries Takes Stock by Emily Brightwell
read: 3/29/21
A historical cozy mystery
24. A book about racism or race relationsBook: Officer Clemmons by François S. Clemmons
read: 3/31/21
A good read.
24. A book about racism or race relationsBook: You'll Never Believe What Happened to Lacey: Crazy Stories about Racism by Amber Ruffin
read: 4/2/21
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26. A short book (<210 pages) by a new-to-you authorBook: A Cafecito Story by Julia Alvarez
read: 4/3/21
A short (58 pages) but wonderful book about organic, fair trade coffee grown in the Dominican Republic.
27. A book with a character who can be found in a deck of cards🎧: Jackaby by William Ritter
Date finished: 4/7/21
BBC Sherlock meets Fantastic Beasts in this book.
28. A book connected to iceBook: The Call of the Ice: Climbing 8000 Meter Peaks in Winter by Simone Moro
Date read: 4/6/21
29. A book that you consider comfort readingBook: A Spirited Manor by Kate Danley
Date read: 4/7/21
Cozy mysteries are my favorite comfort reads. This was a good historical, paranormal cozy mystery and I plan to read the others in the series.
29. A book that you consider comfort readingBook: Fresh Brewed Murder by Emmeline Duncan
Date read: 4/9/21
Cozy mysteries are my favorite comfort reads. This was the start of a new series and I really enjoyed it.
30. A long bookBook: Azumanga Daioh: Collected Edition by Kiyohiko Azuma
Date read: 4/11/21
I started this book earlier in the year and saved the last 200/672 pages to finish in time for the prompt. I enjoy the Yotsuba&! series more than this one but it was fun to read.
31. A book by an author whose career spanned more than 21 years🎧: The Hammer of Thor by Rick Riordan
Date finished: 4/18/21
Rick Riordan published his first book in 1997 and is still writing.
32. A book whose cover shows more than 2 people
Book: The Good Life Elsewhere by Vladimir Lorchenkov
read: 4/11/21
33. A collection of short stories, essays, or poetryBook: The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl by Issa Rae
read: 4/17/21
I wanted to find out more about Issa Rae after watching Finding Your Roots Season 6. This was a good book of essays about her life and ideas.
33. A collection of short stories, essays, or poetry🎧: 9 From the Nine Worlds by Rick Riordan
Date finished: 4/20/21
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Completed 52/52
January:
☑ 1. A book related to “In the Beginning...”
☑2. A book by an author whose name doesn't contain the letters A, T or Y
☑3. A book related to the lyrics for the song "My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music
☑4. A book with a monochromatic cover
February:
☑5. A book by an author on USA Today's list of 100 Black Novelists You Should Read
☑6. A love story
☑7. A book that fits a prompt suggestion that didn't make the final list
☑8. A book set in a state, province, or country you have never visited
March:
☑9. A book you associate with a specific season or time of year
☑10. A book with a female villain or criminal
☑11. A book to celebrate The Grand Egyptian Museum
☑12. A book eligible for the Warwick Prize for Women in Translation
☑13. A book written by an author of one of your best reads of 2020
April:
☑14. A book set in a made-up place
☑15. A book that features siblings as the main characters
☑16. A book with a building in the title
☑17. A book with a Muslim character or author
May:
☑18. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 1
☑19. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 2
☑20. 3 books related to "Past, Present, Future" - Book 3
☑21. A book whose title and author both contain the letter "u"
☑ 22. A book posted in one of the ATY Best Book of the Month threads
June:
☑ 23. A cross genre novel
☑24. A book about racism or race relations
☑25. A book set on an island
☑26. A short book (<210 pages) by a new-to-you author
July:
☑ 27. A book with a character who can be found in a deck of cards
☑ 28. A book connected to ice
☑ 29. A book that you consider comfort reading
☑30. A long book
August:
☑31. A book by an author whose career spanned more than 21 years
☑32. A book whose cover shows more than 2 people
☑33. A collection of short stories, essays, or poetry
☑34. A book with a travel theme
☑35. A book set in a country on or below the Tropic of Cancer
September:
☑36. A book with six or more words in the title
☑37. A book from the Are You Well Read in World Literature list
☑38. A book related to a word given by a random word generator
☑39. A book involving an immigrant
October:
☑ 40. A book with flowers or greenery on the cover
☑ 41. A book by a new-to-you BIPOC author
☑ 42. A mystery or thriller
☑43. A book with elements of magic
November:
☑44. A book whose title contains a negative
☑45. A book related to a codeword from the NATO Phonetic Alphabet
☑ 46. A winner or nominee from the 2020 Goodreads Choice Awards
☑47. A non-fiction book other than biography, autobiography or memoir
☑48. A book that might cause someone to react “You read what?!?”
December:
☑49. A book with an ensemble cast
☑50. A book published in 2021
☑51. A book whose title refers to person(s) without giving their name
☑52. A book related to "the end"