Wanderlust Challenges discussion

Capital of Columbia: Bogota
August 01 - August 30, 2022

6/6.....Done....Sept. 25, 2022

1. Banco de la República Gold Museum
✱ Read a book with the word GOLD found in the text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book featuring a museum (share name) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GOLD MUSEUM.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022 Author initials....D,O

2. Mount Monseratte
✱ Read a book with a mountain setting OR
✱ Read a book with a major character who is religious (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MOUNT MONSERATTE.
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022 Author's initials....R, O

3. Barrio La Candelaria
✱ Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book set in colonial times (1700's) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BARRIO LA CANDELARIA.
Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022 Historical

4. Emerald Museum
✱ Read a book where the MC receives or purchases a piece of jewelry (share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a green cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in EMERALD MUSEUM.
by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022 Green cover

5. Plaza de Mercado de Paloquemao
✱ Read a book in which an MC grows flowers or vegetables OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in MARKET (use or ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PLAZA DE MERCADO.
Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022 Title starts with E

6. Jardin Botanico
✱ Read a series book #1, #9 or #19 OR
✱ Read a book where a garden or park is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in JARDIN BOTANICO
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler....Aug. 24, 2022 Author is Raymond Chandler...R, C

Capital of the Month
Zimbabwe's Capital: Harare
September 01, 2022 - September 30, 2022
6/6....DONE....9/25/22

Attractions and Tasks

1. Wild is Life Trust
✱ Read a book with a wild animal encounter in it (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book featuring a zoo or animal rescue OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WILD IS LIFE TRUST.
Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon...Sept. 3, 2022 Author initials....R, S

2. Mukuvisi Woodlands
✱ Read a book where the MC lives in an urban setting, but regularly takes "nature breaks" (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in PICNIC (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MUKUVISI WOODLANDS.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022 Author's initials...D, O

3. Ngomakurira Mountain
✱ Read a book with a mountain setting (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with a MC that is extremely physically fit (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in NGOMAKURIRA MOUNTAIN.
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 Author's initials N, R

4. Lion Park and Snake World
✱ Read a book whose title includes all the letters in LION (any order) OR
✱ Read a book featuring a snake (share how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in LION PARK AND SNAKE WORLD.
Spin the Bottle by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel.....Sept. 11, 2022 LION in the title

5. Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences
✱ Read a book with a wood object on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ARK OF THE COVENANT (3 word minimum) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ZIMBABWE MUSEUM OF HUMAN SCIENCES.
After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022 Author initials...C, A

6. Eastgate Centre
✱ Read a book with a large building on its cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book in which conservation is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in EASTGATE CENTRE
by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022 Large building

Bogota Spell Out
August 1, 2022 - August 30, 2022
6/6.....Oct. 3, 2022

GARDEN
G. G.K. Chesterton.....The Innocence of Father Brown .....Oct. 3, 2022
A. Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022
R. Richard Osman.....The Thursday Murder Club .....Aug. 6, 2022
D. Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins....Sept. 13, 2022
E. Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022
N. Nev March.... Murder in Old Bombay .....Aug. 2, 2022

Harare Spell Out
September 1 - 30, 2022

7/7....DONE...Oct. 9, 2022

G. G.K. Chesterton..... The Innocence of Father Brown.....Oct. 3, 2022
I. Ireland, Justina..... Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland....Sept. 1o, 2022
R. Rachel Lynn Solomon.....Weather Girl...Sept. 3, 2022
A. After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022
F. Five Flavors of Dumb by Antony John.....Sept. 17, 2022
F. Francine Rivers..... Redeeming Love...Oct. 9, 2022
E. Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021

Capital of the Month
Zimbabwe's Capital: Harare
September 01, 2022 - September 30, 2022
6/6
DONE ....Oct. 13, 2022

Attractions and Tasks

1. Wild is Life Trust
✱ Read a book with a wild animal encounter in it (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book featuring a zoo or animal rescue OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WILD IS LIFE TRUST.
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Author initials....L, T

2. Mukuvisi Woodlands
✱ Read a book where the MC lives in an urban setting, but regularly takes "nature breaks" (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in PICNIC (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MUKUVISI WOODLANDS.
The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022 Starts with I

3. Ngomakurira Mountain
✱ Read a book with a mountain setting (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with a MC that is extremely physically fit (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in NGOMAKURIRA MOUNTAIN.
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 Eve is extremely physically fit....she has a magmificent home work-out set up

4. Lion Park and Snake World
✱ Read a book whose title includes all the letters in LION (any order) OR
✱ Read a book featuring a snake (share how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in LION PARK AND SNAKE WORLD.
The Evil Inside by Heather Graham....Oct. 6, 2022 One of the characters is a fortune teller that wears a big boa around her neck

5. Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences
✱ Read a book with a wood object on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ARK OF THE COVENANT (3 word minimum) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ZIMBABWE MUSEUM OF HUMAN SCIENCES.
by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022 Umbrella handle is wood

6. Eastgate Centre
✱ Read a book with a large building on its cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book in which conservation is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in EASTGATE CENTRE
by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022 Large building on cover...motel

Capital of Denmark: Copenhagen
October 01, 2022 - October 31, 2022
6/6.....DONE....Oct. 13, 2022

Attractions & Tasks

1. Castles and Palaces
✱ Read a book that features a castle OR
✱ Read a book with the word TREASURE found in the text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in AMALIENBORG PALACE.
The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022 Author initials....G, C

2. Tivoli Gardens
✱ Read a book where the MC visits an amusement park OR
✱ Read a book with prepared food on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in TIVOLI GARDENS.
Little Pretty Things by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022 Author initials....L, R

3. Den Blå Planet (The Blue Planet)
✱ Read a book with a prominently blue cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC visits a man-made place that features water (pool, aquarium, etc - tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in DEN BLA PLANET.
by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 .... Has a blue cover

4. The Open Air Museum and The Cisternerne
✱ Read a book with an underground cave or cavern OR
✱ Read any non-fiction book or one tagged HISTORICAL-FICTION on its GRH OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THE OPEN AIR MUSEUM.
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022 Marked Historical Fiction

5. The Little Mermaid
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CARL (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC attends a ballet or other theater production OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THE LITTLE MERMAID.
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Author's initials...L, T

6. Green Movement and Sustainability
✱ Read a book where the MC is vegetarian or grows their own food OR
✱ Read a book with a bicycle on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GREEN MOVEMENT.
Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022 Robinson learned to grow his own food

Amazing Waterfalls
July 20 2022 - October 20, 2022
12/12...
DONE.....Nov. 4, 2022

1. Kaieteur National Park, Guyana
✱ Read a book with a frog or spider on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in POTARO RIVER OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in KAIETEUR NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022 Author initials...R, O

2. Canaima National Park, Venezuela
✱ Read a book whose MC's first name starts with a letter found in ANGEL (share name) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in SMALL PLANE OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CANAIMA NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022 Author initials....N,M


3. Iguazu National Park, Brazil & Iguacu National Park, Argentina
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in MOONBOW OR
The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag....July 26, 2022 Author's initals....M, O
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in IGUAZU/IGUACU NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).

4. Yosemite National Park, California, US
✱ Read a book with the numbers 2 AND 5 found in the total page count (share count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BRIDALVEIL OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022 Title initials are in the Nat. Park

5. Girringun National Park, Queensland, Australia
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in UNESCO (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in RAINFOREST OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GIRRINGUN NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022 Title starts with E

6. Royal Natal National Park, South Africa
✱ Read a book where the MC takes a hike in a nature setting (tell us where) OR
Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult.....July 25, 2022 Diana went on a hike in the Galapagos
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in AMPHITHEATER OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ROYAL NATAL NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).

7. Victoria Falls National Park, Zimbabwe & Mosi oa Tunya National Park, Zambi
✱ Read a book with the word HELICOPTER found in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in VICTORIA FALLS OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MOSI OA TUNYA NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill.....Aug. 26, 2022 Title initals...T, O, A, T,O

8. Hardangervidda National Park, Norway
✱ Read a book with 99 (intact) in its original publication year (share year) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in VORINGSFOSSEN OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in HARDANGERVIDDA NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021 Published in 1996....99 intact

9. Pyrénées National Park, France
✱ Read a book with mountains on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GAVARNIE OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PYRENEES NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 Author initials....N, R

10. Jiuzhaigou National Park, China
✱ Read a book with a non-numeric number in the title (one, nine, thirteen, etc.) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in NUORILANG OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in JIUZHAIGOU NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
Nine Nasty Words: English in the Gutter — Then, Now, and Forever by John McWhorter.....Aug. 7, 2022 Nine in title

11. Erawan National Park, Thailand
✱ Read a series book #7 OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in PLUNGE POOL OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ERAWAN NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
The Evil Inside by Heather Graham....Oct. 6, 2022 Title initials T, E, I

12.Mount Rinjani National park
✱ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in SENARU OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MOUNT RINJANI NATIONAL PARK (3 Word Minimum).
The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts.....Nov. 4, 2022 Author initials....N, R

Travel through History
In Search of King Arthur
October 1, 2022 - ?

Progress: 16/16
DONE.....Nov. 6, 2022

1. The Ancient English Chronicles
✱ Read a book with a page count that includes one of the following numbers: 9, 7, 1, 3 (share count) OR read a book whose author's initials can be found in HISTORIA BRITTORUM.
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 347 pages

2. Geoffrey of Monmouth
✱ Read a book with a royal character (tell us who) OR read a book that has been translated from its original language.
The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen....Oct. 30, 2022 Translated from Danish

3. Chrétien de Troyes
✱ Read a book set in France OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CHRETIEN DE TROYES (3 Word Minimum).
The Hidden One by Linda Castillo.....Oct. 19, 2022 T, H, O

4. Thomas Malory
✱ Read a book with books on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a title that begins with a letter in MALORY (ignore A, An or The).
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022 Starts with R

5. King Arthur in Later Literature
✱ Read a book inspired by the story of King Arthur - here's a great GR list for inspiration: The Arthurian Legend Retold OR read a book tagged FANTASY or HISTORICAL on its GR homepages.
The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts.....Nov. 4, 2022 Fantasy

6. King Arthur, a Historical Figure?
✱ Read a book that features an invasion, battle, or war (your interpretation; briefly share details) OR read a book set in England.
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022 Alex and Sasha battle against the poachers and the treasure hunters for their lives

7. The Places of King Arthur: Tintagel
✱ Read a book with a castle-like building or statue on the cover (post cover) OR read a book where a birth (human or animal) takes place (briefly share details).
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 A horse in the story has a difficult birth....but all is ok

8. The Places of King Arthur: Camelot
✱ Read a book set in a place whose name begins with a letter in CAMELOT OR read a book set in a fictional city or village (share name).
Granny Gets Fancy by Harper Lin....Oct. 10, 2022 Set in Cheerville

9. The Places of King Arthur: Glastonbury
✱ Read a book where a church, cemetery or religious community is important to the plot (tell us how) OR read a book where a fire occurs (briefly share details).
The Evil Inside by Heather Graham....Oct. 6, 2022 Story is set in Salem, Ma...and much centers around some different religions, and Wiccans, ....also cemetery's and churches play a large part

10. Arthurian Imagery: The Round Table
✱ Read a book with all the letters of TABLE found in the title (any order) OR read a book where the MC has to face a dangerous situation (tell us briefly what happens).
Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022 Robinson faces a shipwreck....and manages to get to shore....

11. Arthurian Imagery: The Sword in the Stone
✱ Read a book with the word SWORD found in the text (share text) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in EXCALIBUR.
In the Blood by Lisa Unger.....Oct. 15, 2022 MC....Lana and Luke

12. Arthurian Imagery: The Holy Grail
✱ Read a book with the word BLOOD (intact) in the title OR read a book whose author's initials can be found in HOLY GRAIL.
Little Pretty Things by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022 Author's initials...L, R

13. The Companions of King Arthur: Merlin
✱ Read a book with a magical element in it (tell us what) OR read a book with a controversial character (tell us why).
Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs.....Nov. 6, 2022 Fae, shifters, werewolves, vampires

14. The Companions of King Arthur: Lancelot
✱ Read a book with an MC who is a soldier or warrior ORread a book with a title that begins with a letter in LANCELOT (ignore A, An or The).
The Only Kayak: A Journey Into The Heart Of Alaska by Kim Heacox....Nov. 1, 2022 Starts with O

15. The Companions of King Arthur: Galahad
✱ Read a book where a character searches for something (tell us what) OR read a series book numbered AFTER the 13th (i.e. 14th or beyond).
Memory in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 8, 2022 This is #22 in series

16. Tristan and Isolde
✱ Read a book set in a Celtic country or region (Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Ireland or Brittany) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in TRISTAN AND ISOLDE (3 Word Minimum)
Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar......October 24, 2022 Title initals....T, D, O, R

Smorgasbord
Iconic Trail: The Bruce Trail
October 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
11/11
DONE...Nov. 1, 2022

1. Start: Queenston
✱ Read the first book in a series OR
✱ Read a book set during a war (tell us which one) OR
✱ Read a book with more than 12,000 ratings in its GR homepage (share number).
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 Has over 26,000 ratings

2. First Club: Niagara
✱ Read a book with a boat on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC drinks a glass of wine (share the text) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in QUEENSTON HEIGHTS PARK (3 Word Minimum).
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Title initials....A,E, H

3. Second Club: Iroquoia
✱ Read a book with a Native American character (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book that features a waterfall (share text) OR
✱ Read a book with 7 or 6 in the total page count (share count).
The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022 179 pages....7

4. Third Club: Toronto
✱ Read a book set in a city (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC takes a walk or a hike (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author's initials can be found in SILVER CREEK.
Memory in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 8, 2022 Set in New York City

5. Fourth Club: Caledon Hills
✱ Read a book with a bird on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that takes place primarily in autumn (tell us when) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CALEDON HILLS (ignore A, An or The).
by Anne Zouroudi......Oct.14, 2022 Bird on cover

6. Fifth Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
✱ Read a book tagged TRAVEL on its GR homepage OR
✱ Read a book set in Canada (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in MONO CLIFFS.
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022 MC is Michael

7. Sixth Club: Blue Mountains
✱ Read a book set in the mountains OR
✱ Read a book with the word SKI found in the text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author's initials can be found in GEORGIAN BAY .
The Only Kayak: A Journey Into The Heart Of Alaska by Kim Heacox....Nov. 1, 2022
Set in the mountains in Alaska

8. Seventh Club: Beaver Valley
✱ Read a book with apples on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book in which the MC has a dog OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in BEAVER VALLEY (ignore A, An or The).
Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022 Robinson has a dog that was rescued from his ship

9. Eighth Club: Sydenham
✱ Read a long book (more than 400 pages - share count) OR
✱ Read a book with all the letters of FERN found in the title (any order) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in BAYVIEW ESCARPMENT NATURE RESERVE (3 Word Minimum).
The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen....Oct. 30, 2022 418 pages

10. Ninth Club: Peninsula
✱ Read a series book #2 or #8 OR
✱ Read a book set in a park or a reserve (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in PENINSULA.
In the Blood by Lisa Unger.....Oct. 15, 2022 MC....Lana, Luke

11. Finish: Tobermory
✱ Read the last book in a series (share name of the series) OR
✱ Read a book with a tourism theme OR
✱ Read a book with a badge on the cover or in the text (post cover or share text)
The Evil Inside by Heather Graham....Oct. 6, 2022 Story set in Salem, MA around Halloween....many tourists come to this town then

2022 Travel Resolutions
July 20, 2022 - July 19, 2023
24/24....Done....Nov. 14, 2022

1. ⇨ Create a Travel Bucket List
Read a book that takes place in a location you would most like to visit.
A Beautiful Blue Death by Charles Finch.....July 23, 2022 London

2. ⇨ Add Stamps to Your Passport
Read a book that takes place in more than one country - tell us the countries.
Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022 Takes place in England and Scotland

3.⇨ Take a Road Trip
Read a book with an automobile or RV on the cover (post cover).
by Karen Barnett....Nov. 13, 2022

4.⇨ Plan Ahead
Read a book that will fulfill a task for 3 or more challenges you are working on - tell us the challenges.
Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021 E in all the spelling challenges

5.⇨ Start Learning a New Language
Read a book that has been translated from its original language.
The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen....Oct. 30, 2022 Translated from Danish

6. ⇨ Be More Adventurous
Read a book tagged ADVENTURE on its GR homepage.
Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022 Adventure

7.⇨ Take More Weekend Getaways
Read a series book #2 or #3.
Pawsitively Dead by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022 #2 A Wonder Cats mystery

8.⇨ Get Off the Beaten Path
Read a book that has less than 500 ratings on GR.
Trust Me by Kelly Irvin....August 11, 2022 401 ratings

9.⇨ Go Somewhere Out of Your Comfort Zone
Read a book from a genre out of your comfort zone - tell us the genre.
Nine Nasty Words: English in the Gutter — Then, Now, and Forever by John McWhorter.....Aug. 7, 2022 Non-fiction...out of comfort zone

10. ⇨ Visit a New City
Read a book that takes place in a city you've not visited but would like to visit - tell us where.
Until Leaves Fall in Paris by Sarah Sundin....Aug. 18, 2022 Takes place in Paris

11.⇨ Explore Your Own Backyard
Read a book that takes place in the state/country you live in.
Red Knife by William Kent Krueger....Nov. 11,2022...Takes place in Minnesota where I live

12. ⇨ Pack Lighter
Read an ebook or audiobook.
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler....Aug. 24, 2022 E-book

13.⇨ Get Back to Nature
Read a book that is set in a wilderness area.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022 Set mostly in the marsh

14.⇨ Eat Like a Local
Read a book where the characters hang out at a local diner or eatery.
Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022 Several times characters hung out at a local coffee shop

15. ⇨ Splurge Once in a While
Read a book that you purchased for "full price".
Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....Sept. 26, 2022 My library didn't have it so I bought it

16.⇨ Unplug Completely
Read a physical book (no ebooks or audiobooks allowed)
The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag....July 26, 2022 Physical book

17.⇨ Walk Down Main Street
Read a book that takes place in a small town.
Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022 Small town...Lake Sackett, GA

18.⇨ Open Up and Talk to Strangers
Read a book by an author you have never read before.
Zombie, Ohio by Scott Kenemore.....July 29, 2022 New to me author

19. ⇨ Have More Fun
Read a book tagged HUMOR on its GR Homepage.
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022 Marked Humor

20.⇨ Learn the Local History
Read a book that takes place anytime before the year you were born.
Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022 Takes place in 1892....I was born well after that.

21. ⇨ Check out Free Events
Read a book you checked out from the library.
Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult.....July 25, 2022 Checked out of the library

22. ⇨ Take Time to Relax
Relax and read a book you are really looking forward to reading.
The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill.....Aug. 26, 2022

23. ⇨ Learn About a New Culture
Read a book tagged CULTURAL on it GR Homepage
The Messenger of Athens by Anne Zouroudi......Oct.14, 2022 Tagged Cultural

24.⇨ Splurge for Travel Insurance
Read a book from a series you have already started and really liked.
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 #2 in Sign of Seven series

GEOGRAPHY LESSON, no deadline
14/14 COMPLETE.....DONE....Nov. 14, 2022

1. BIGHT
*Read a book with a coastal scene on the cover (post cover) OR read a series book #7, #2 or #0 (any prequel with work for 0) .
Pawsitively Dead by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022 #2 A wonder cats mystery

2. SKERRY
*Read a book that takes place in Europe (tell us where) OR read a book with the letters SK (intact) in the title or author's name.
Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022 Takes place in England and Scotland

3. TARN
*Read a book with a mountain setting OR read a book that has all the letters of TARN in its title (any order).
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022.... All the letters in TARN in title

4. BOCAGE
*Read a book where socioeconomic status is important (tell us how) OR read a book you felt was particularly "lush" (tell us how).
Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022 Certain groups looked down on Italians and Irish...and they have the lowest paying jobs

5. POLYNYA
*Read a book with ice or snow on the cover (post cover) OR read a book set during a very cold winter.
by Karen Barnett....Nov. 13, 2022 Snow on mountains

6. OXBOW
*Read a book where wildlife is important to the plot (tell us how) OR read a book with a one-word title.
The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag....July 26, 2022 Keltie is a selkie and is on land to save the seals habitat....

7. CALANQUE
*Read a book set in a Mediterranean country (tell us where) OR read a book with over 11,000 ratings on its GR homepage (tell us how many).
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler....Aug. 24, 2022 144,370 ratings on Goodreads

8. MORAINE
*Read a book with the word GLACIER found in the text (share text) OR read a book by an author whose initials can be found in MORAINE.
Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022 Author initials N,M

9. CENOTE
*Read a book with a subterranean scene (briefly describe) OR read a book where the MC participates in a ritual of some sort (briefly describe).
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 All the main characters participate in a ritual to put the blood stone back together

10. ISTHMUS
*Read a book with a title that starts with a vowel (use or ignore A, An or THE) OR read a "narrow" book, that is, a book with 100-150 pages (share page count).
Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022 Title starts with a vowel

11. MAAR
*Read a book with a MC whose first name starts with a letter in MAAR OR read a series book #4.
Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon...Sept. 3, 2022 Main character ....Ari

12. TAIGA
*Read a book set in a arctic or subarctic location (tell us where) OR read a book where a forest is featured prominently in the plot (tell us how).
Zombie, Ohio by Scott Kenemore.....July 29, 2022 The Zombies often roam through the forest....also 'bad guys' are also making camp in the forest

13. PRESQUE-ISLE
*Read a book that has been translated from its original language OR read a book with a hyphen in the title or author's name. Check out this list if you need help: Book Titles with Hyphens.
Little Pretty Things by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022 Author has a hyphened name

14. MACHAIR
*Read a book with flowers on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a tag on its GR Homepage that is related to nature (Outdoors, Ecology, Conservation, etc/share tag
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022 Tagged Animals, Environment

LANDMARKS OF THE WORLD - THE NAZCA LINES, 8/1 – 9/30
7/7 COMPLETE
DONE....Dec. 14, 2022

1. Read a book set in a desert climate (tell us where) OR read a book with a title that begins with N (ignore An, An or The).
Desert Noir by Betty Webb....Dec. 14, 2022 Arizona....desert climate

2. Read a book in which archaeology is important to the plot OR read a book with 5 or 0 found in the page count (share page count).
Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022 304 Pages

3. Read a book with a geometric design on the cover (post cover) OR read a book by an author whose initials can be found in GEOGLYPHS.
by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel.....Sept. 11, 2022 Circles

4. Read a book with the word ASTRONAUT found in its text (share text) OR read a book tagged ANIMALS on its GR Homepage.
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022 Tagged Animals

5. Read a book with a red, white or red and white cover (post cover) OR read a book with all the letters of GRID found in the title (any order).
by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022 Red and white cover

6. Read a book whose MC is religious or who grows crops of some kind OR read a book that includes a map (tell us what the map displays).
Trust Me by Kelly Irvin....August 11, 2022 Hunter is religious

7. Read a book tagged MYSTERY on its GR Homepage OR read a book where the MC takes a plane ride or takes a tour of something (tell us which).
Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022

The Pearl of the Indian Ocean: Sri Lanka
September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
15/15
DONE....Nov. 14, 2022

Day 1: Colombo
*Read a book where a market is visited or a trade takes place (briefly share details) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SRI JAYAWARDENAPURA KOTTE (3 Word Minimum).
Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar......October 24, 2022 Title initials.....T, D, O, R

*Read a book featuring a museum (share name) OR read a book set between 1638 and 1948 (tell us when).
Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022 Set in early 1900's

Day 2: The Southern Coast and Galle
*Read a book with a beach or sand on the cover (post cover) OR read a book originally published in 2004.
by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Beach and Sand on cover

*Read a book with the word SUN, MOON or STAR in its title OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in GALLE.
Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021 Main character is Elizabeth...E

Day 3: Yala National Park
*Read a book with 5 in the total page count (share page count) OR read a book with a feline featured in the story (briefly share how).
Five Flavors of Dumb by Antony John.....Sept. 17, 2022 354 pages....5

*Read a book set in a National Park (tell us where)OR read a book with a tag on its GR Homepage that is related to nature (share tag).
The Road to Paradise by Karen Barnett....Nov. 13, 2022 Set in Rainer Nat, Park....Washington, USA

Day 4: Ella
* Read a book whose author's initials can be found in HILL COUNTRY OR read a book where a character takes a train journey.
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 Author's initials....N, R

*Read a book where the MC has a cup of tea (share text) OR read a book with a green cover (post cover).
Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....Sept. 26, 2022 A totally plebeian way to fix a cup of tea but as a diversionary tactic, it worked...p.311

Day 5: Kandy
* Read a book set in a capital city (tell us where) OR read a book whose MC is a member of royalty.
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022 Part of story set in Sacramento, CA...capital

*Read a book originally published in July or August (share publication date) OR read a book tagged RELIGION in its GR Homepage.
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022 August 14, 2018

Day 6: Pinnawela and Polonnaruwa
*Read a book with the word ELEPHANT found in the text (share text) OR read a book with an orphan in the story (tell us who).
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 Avril was an orphan

*Read a series book #2 OR read a book where a song or singer is mentioned (share text).
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022

Day 7: Sigiriya
*Read a book with a staircase or door on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with all the letters of ROCK found in the title (any order).
by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022 Staircase to motel rooms

*Read a book with a female MC OR read a book whose author's initials can be found in SIGIRIYA.
After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022 MC....female...Gillian

Day 8: Anuradhapura
*Read a book set in the 19th centuryOR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ANURADHAPURA (2 Word Minimum).
Victoria by Daisy Goodwin.....Nov. 8, 2022 Takes place in the 19th century

*Read a book in which archaeology is important to the plot OR read a series book #3.
Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins....Sept. 13, 2022 Gideon is a renowned archaeologist

Day 9: Dambulla
*Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CRICKET (ignore A, An or The) OR read a book where a competition takes place (tell us what kind).
Spin the Bottle by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel.....Sept. 11, 2022 Competing for parts in the play

*Read a book with a statue on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with 1, 5 or 3 in the total page count (share page count).
Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon...Sept. 3, 2022 330 pages

Day 10: Extension to the Maldives
*Read a book with an island setting (tell us where) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in CORAL.
X Marks the Scot by Victoria Roberts.....Sept. 15. 2022 MC's name is Liadain.,,L

*Read a book with a boat on the cover (post cover) OR read a book where a character's actions show respect for another person (briefly share details).
by Kim Heacox....Nov. 1, 2022
Boat(kayak) on cover

Copenhagen Spell Out
October 01, 2022 - October 31, 2022
Royal
0/5
Done Dec. 8, 2022

R. Robb, J.D...... Memory in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 8, 2022
O. Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022
Y. You're Invited by Jen Malone....Dec.8, 2022
A. Anne Zouroudi...... The Messenger of Athens by Anne Zouroudi......Oct.14, 2022
L. Laura Trentham....... An Everyday Hero ....Oct. 2, 2022

Abu Dhabi Spell
November 1 - 30, 2022
Done....12/7/22

Palace
P. The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts.....Nov. 4, 2022
A. Ann Cleeves.....Raven Black ...Nov. 26, 2022
L. Laurens, Stephanie..... It Happened One Night by Stephanie Laurens.....Dec. 7, 2022
A. All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes by Betsy St. Amant.....Nov, 27, 2022
C. Cemetery Road by Greg Iles.....Nov. 19, 2022
E. An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022

Capital of the United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi
November 01, 2022 - November 30, 2022
6/6....DONE....Dec. 11, 2022

Attractions & Tasks

1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
✱ Read a book tagged RELIGION on its GR page OR
✱ Read a book that includes 8 AND 2 in its total page count (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE CENTER.
The Only Kayak: A Journey Into The Heart Of Alaska by Kim Heacox....Nov. 1, 2022
Author's initials....K, H

2. Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital
✱ Read a book with a bird on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a prominent character that is a veterinarian (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in FALCON HOSPITAL.
An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022 Author initials....H, T

3. Qasr Al Watan
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in PALACE (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book where a library is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in QASR AL WATAN.
The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts.....Nov. 4, 2022 Starts with P

4. Observation Deck at 300
✱ Read a book with a sunset on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #7 or #4 OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in OBSERVATION DECK.
The Road to Paradise by Karen Barnett....Nov. 13, 2022 Author initials....K, B

5. Amusement and Water Parks
✱ Read a book where the MC visits an amusement park (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book where a cartoon character is mentioned (share the text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in AMUSEMENT PARKS.
Under a Blackberry Moon by Serena B. Miller....Nov. 20, 2022 Author initials....S, M

6. Desert Safaris
✱ Read a book with a desert setting (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC goes dancing or gets a tattoo (tell us which) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in DESERT SAFARIS
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.....Dec.11, 2022 Author's initials....R,D

Santo Domingo Spell Out
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
DONE....12/8/22

C. Collins, Anina.....The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022
I. It Happened One Night by Stephanie Laurens....Dec. 7, 2022
T. Tursten, Helene.... An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten.....Dec,4, 2022
Y. You're Invited by Jen Malone....Dec.8, 2022

2022 Travel Journal
August 16, 2022 - December 31, 2022'
Finished.....Dec. 19, 2022

11 Different Countries in 2022
1. France.... Until Leaves Fall in Paris by Sarah Sundin....Aug. 18, 2022
2. England..... Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021
3. Italy...... Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins....Sept. 13, 2022
4. Scotland..... X Marks the Scot by Victoria Roberts.....Sept. 15. 2022
5. United States..... Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022
6. United Kingdom..... The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022
7. Brazil....Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe .....Oct. 10, 2022
8. Greece..... The Messenger of Athens by Anne Zouroudi......Oct.14, 2022
9. Canada..... A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022
10. Sweden..... An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022
11. Shetland Islands..... Raven Black by Ann Cleeves...Nov. 26, 2022


11 Different States/Provinces in 2022
1. New York.... After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022
2. Washington Five Flavors of Dumb by Antony John.....Sept. 17, 2022
3. North Carolina..... Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022
4. Oregon..... Brokedown Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....Sept. 26, 2022
5. Tennessee ....... An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022
6. California.....Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022
7. Indiana.... Little Pretty Things by Lori Rader-Day....Oct. 12, 2022
8. Alaska..... The Only Kayak: A Journey Into The Heart Of Alaska by Kim Heacox....Nov. 1, 2022
9. Maryland.....The Pagan Stone by Nora Roberts.....Nov. 4, 2022
10. Minnesota..... Red Knife by William Kent Krueger....Nov. 11,2022
11. Michigan....... Under a Blackberry Moon by Serena B. Miller....Nov. 20, 2022


11 Different Cities in 2022
1. Hollywood.....The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler....Aug. 24, 2022
2. New York City.... Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022
3. Seattle ..... Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon...Sept. 3, 2022
4. Pittsburg.... Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland....Sept. 1o, 2022
5. Salem The Evil Inside by Heather Graham.....Oct. 6, 2022
6. Los Angles..... The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid......Oct. 23, 2022
7. Rome.....Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar......October 24, 2022
8. San Diego..... When It Falls Apart by Catherine Bybee....Oct. 27, 2022
9. Copenhagen.....The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen....Oct. 30, 2022
10. Walla Walla.....Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs.....Nov. 6, 2022
11. London Victoria by Daisy Goodwin.....Nov. 8, 2022


11 Different Fictional Places in 2022
1. Stone-in-the-Glen.....The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill...August 26, 2022
3. Wonder Falls....Pawsitively Dead by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022
4. Hawkins Hollow...... The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022
5. Cheerville....Granny Gets Fancy by Harper Lin....Oct. 10, 2022
6. The Hollow....In the Blood by Lisa Unger.....Oct. 15, 2022
7. Painters Mill..... The Hidden One by Linda Castillo.....Oct. 19, 2022
8. Beinville, Ms..... Cemetery Road by Greg Iles.....Nov. 19, 2022
9. Bayou Bend, La...... All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes by Betsy St. Amant.....Nov, 27, 2022
10. Sunset Ridge..... The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022
11. Pleasant Sands....Dear Santa by Nancy Naigle Dec. 19, 2022

Exploring Cultures
The Cuisine of Sri Lanka
September 01 - November 30, 2022
10/10.....DONE....Jan. 15, 2023

1. Fish Ambul Thiyal
*Read a book with a fish or fruit on the cover (post cover) OR read a book that starts with a letter in RICE (ignore A, An or THE).
Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021 Title starts with E

2. Kottu Roti
*Read a book where the MC eats something purchased outdoors (i.e. at a farmer's market, street fair, food truck, etc - tell us what was eaten and where it was purchased) OR read a book with a plot that features music (tell us how).
Spin the Bottle by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel.....Sept. 11, 2022 The play is a musical...so lots of music

3. Lamprais
*Read a series book #2OR read a book with a "closed" compound word in the title (i.e. waterfall, fireman, notebook, etc.)
The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022 #2 in series

4. Hoppers or Appa
*Read a book with a breakfast food on the cover (post cover) OR read a book by an author who has a double PP (intact) in their first or last name.
The Heart of the Mountains by Pepper D. Basham....Jan. 14, 2023 Author's name has double P's ...

5. Kukul mas Curry
*Read a book that has a family home/household setting OR read a book that was completely satisfying, earning a 5 star rating from you.
After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022 Household drama

6. Polos
*Read a book whose MC has a first name that starts with a letter in POLOS OR read a book that mentions a list of three or more spices in the text (share text).
Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022 Main character....Sarah

7. Gotu kola Sambol
*Read a book that takes place in Asia (tell us where) OR read a book with a character who is a vegetarian (tell us who).
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson....Oct. 16, 2022 Alex is a vegetarian

8. Wambatu Moju
*Read a "bite-sized" book (between 100-150 Pages) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in WOMBATU MOJU (2 word minimum).
The Messenger of Athens by Anne Zouroudi......Oct.14, 2022 Title initials....T, M, O, A

9. Kiribath
*Read a debut book by a new author OR read a book that features a "new beginning" (briefly share details).
Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon...Sept. 3, 2022 (view spoiler)[ Ari's engagement is broken and she becomes more 'real'...not always happy happy (hide spoiler)]

10. Wood Apple
*Read a book that you have been avoiding for some reason (tell us why) OR read a book whose author's initials can be found in WOOD APPLE.
Dying on the Vine by Aaron Elkins....Sept. 13, 2022 Author's initials...A, E

Dominican Republic's Capital: Santo Domingo
December 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
6/6
DONE>...Dec. 20, 2022

1. Ciudad Colonial
✱ Read a book set in a big city (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book set during the Middle Ages (500 to 1500 CE) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CIUDAD COLONIAL.
The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022 Author's initials....A, C....

2. Basilica Cathedral of Santa María la Menor
✱ Read a book with windows on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that features a cathedral or church (tell us how it is featured) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BASILICA CATHEDRAL OF SANTA MARIA.
An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten.....Dec,4, 2022 Author initials....H, T

3. Plaza de España
✱ Read a book that is set in a palace or mansion (share which) OR
✱ Read a book with TWO of the following numbers in its total page count: 1, 2, 4 or 5 (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PLAZA DE ESPANA.
It Happened One Night by Stephanie Laurens....Dec. 7, 2022 Author initials....S, L

4. Monasterio de San Francisco
✱ Read a book that features a natural disaster (share what it is) OR
✱ Read the first book added to your TBR (tell us when it was added) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MONASTERIO DE SAN FRANCISCO.
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.....Dec.11, 2022

5. Calle Las Damas
✱ Listen to an audiobook OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CHOCOLATE (use or ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CALLE LAS DAMAS.
Enslaved by the Ocean by Bella Jewel.....Dec. 21, 2021 Starts with E

6. Three Eyes National Park (Los Tres Ojos)
✱ Read a book with eyes shown prominently on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #3 OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THREE EYES NATIONAL PARK
Dear Santa by Nancy Naigle Dec. 19, 2022 Author initials...N,N

Palikir Spell Out
January 01, 2023 - January 31, 2023

D. Delicious by Susan Mallery....Jan. 2, 2023
R. Robert B. Parker's Debt to Pay by Reed Farrel Coleman.....Jan. 7, 2023
A. Allen, Sarah Addison.....Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen ....January 19, 2023
G. Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight by Janet Evanovich.....Jan. 1, 2023
O. Olivia Matthews.... Murder by Page One .... Jan. 10, 2023
N. Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron....Jan. 24, 2023

DONE
Spell the Continents
Start July 19, 2022......End....Feb. 14, 2023

You can use any of the following to complete a letter:
1. First letter of the Book's title (Use or Ignore A, An or The)
2. First letter of the Author's first or last name
3. First letter of the Series title
4. First letter of a Main Character's first or last name

Challenge Rules: All forms of books are accepted as long as they are 100 pages or more. When posting updates of completed books, please include a link to the title and author’s name, along with the date you finished reading the book.

Continents

Africa
A. Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022
F. Five Flavors of Dumb by Antony John.....Sept. 17, 2022
R. Raymond Chandler..... The Big Sleep ....Aug. 24, 2022
I. Irvin, Kelly..... Trust Me by Kelly Irvin....August 11, 2022
C. Charles Finch..... A Beautiful Blue Death .....July 23, 2022
A. After She Left by Claire Amarti.....Sept. 8, 2022

Antarctica
A. Aaron Elkins...... Dying on the Vine ....Sept. 13, 2022
N. Nine Nasty Words: English in the Gutter — Then, Now, and Forever by John McWhorter.....Aug. 7, 2022
T. The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022
A. Adler-Olsen. Jussi...... The Keeper of Lost Causes by Jussi Adler-Olsen....Oct. 30, 2022
R. Rachel Lynn Solomon..... Weather Girl....Sept. 3, 2022
C. Catherine Bybee..... When It Falls Apart....Oct. 27, 2022
T. Thompson, Victoria.... Murder in Little Italy by Victoria Thompson....Sept. 1, 2022
I. Ireland, Justina... Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland....Sept. 1o, 2022
C. Crider, Bill.... Too Late to Die by Bill Crider....Dec. 24, 2022
A. Anne Zouroudi..... The Messenger of Athens......Oct.14, 2022

Asia
A. Alice Henderson..... A Blizzard of Polar Bears ....Oct. 16, 2022
S. The Summer of June by Jamie Sumner....July 19. 2022
I. The Innocence of Father Brown by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022
A. Afshar, Tessa...... Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar......October 24, 2022

Australia
A. Ann Cleeves..... Raven Black ...Nov. 26, 2022
U. Until Leaves Fall in Paris by Sarah Sundin....Aug. 18, 2022
S. Scott Kenemore.....Zombie, Ohio.....July 29, 2022
T. Tursten, Helene..... An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022
R. Roberts, Nora.... The Hollow by Nora Roberts.....Sept. 5, 2022Anina Collins
A. All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes by Betsy St. Amant.....Nov, 27, 2022
L. Lin Harper..... Granny Gets Fancy by Harper Lin....Oct. 10, 2022
I. In the Blood by Lisa Unger.....Oct. 15, 2022
A. Anina Collins.... The Eleventh Hour....Dec. 1, 2022

Europe
E. Everlasting by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.....Aug. 3, 2022
U. Under a Blackberry Moon by Serena B. Miller....Nov. 20, 2022
R. Roberts, Victoria..... X Marks the Scot by Victoria Roberts.....Sept. 15. 2022
O. Ostertag, Molly Knox.... The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag....July 26, 2022
P. Pawsitively Dead by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022
E. Elizabeth Blackwell: Girl Doctor by Joanne Landers Henry....Sept. 2, 2021

North America
N. Nora Roberts..... The Pagan Stone.....Nov. 4, 2022
O. The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill.....Aug. 26, 2022
R. Robb, J.D...... Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022
T. Tursten, Helene..... An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten.....Dec,4, 2022
H. Heather Graham..... The Evil Inside ....Oct. 6, 2022

A. Allen., Sarah Addison... Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen ....January 19, 2023
M. Murder in Old Bombay by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022
E. Elizabeth Cody Kimmel..... Spin the Bottle .....Sept. 11, 2022
R. Robb, J.D..... Memory in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 8, 2022
I. Iles, Greg..... Cemetery Road by Greg Iles.....Nov. 19, 2022
C. Castillo, Linda..... The Hidden One by Linda Castillo.....Oct. 19, 2022
A. Andrews, Donna.... Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews.....Feb. 1, 2023

South America
S. The Shift: 7 Powerful Mindset Changes for Lasting Weight Loss by Gary Foster....Nov. 2, 2022
O. Owen, Delia..... Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens....Sept. 25, 2022
U. The Unseen by Heather Graham....Jan. 4, 2023
T. Taylor Jenkins Reid..... The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo...Oct. 23, 2022
H. The Heart of the Mountains by Pepper D. Basham....Jan. 14, 2023

A. Amanda Gorman..... Call Us What We Carry....Feb. 11, 2022
M. Maisey Yates...... Brokedown Cowboy .....Sept. 26, 2022
E. An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022
R. Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022
I. It Happened One Night by Stephanie Laurens.....Dec. 6, 2022
C. Coleman, Reed Farrel.... Robert B. Parker's Debt to Pay by Reed Farrel Coleman....Jan. 7, 2023
A. Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume....Feb. 14, 2023

Iconic Trail: The Via Dinarica
February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

10 of 10 Complete ...DONE....Feb. 19, 2022

1. The Via Dinarica
✱ Read a book with mountains on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that is part of a trilogy (share name of trilogy) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VIA DINARICA.
Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews.....Feb. 1, 2023 Author initials....D,A

2. The White Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly white cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #1 OR
✱ Read a book where all the letters of the word ALPS are found in the title (in any order) .
by Richard Osman....Feb. 5, 2023 White cover

3. The White Trail: the Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle
✱ Read a book with a scene that takes place underground (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CASTLE (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in POSTOJNA (tell us where) .
Track of the Cat by Nevada Barr....Feb. 7, 2023 Title starts with T

4. The White Trail: Valbona Valley National Park
✱ Read a book with a forest on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book published between 2007 and 2017 (share publication year) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in VALBONA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK (Three Word Minimum).
The Locked Room by Elly Griffiths...Feb. 17, 2023 Title initials....T,L,R

5. The Blue Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly blue cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book whose MC's first name begins with a letter in CROATIA (share nane).
by Amanda Gorman....Feb. 11, 2022 Blue cover

6. The Blue Trail: Krka National Park
✱ Read a book with TWO “Ks” in its title OR
✱ Read a book with the word WATERFALL in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a historical fiction book or one tagged HISTORICAL in its GR homepage.
Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival by Velma Wallis.....Feb. 11, 2023 Historical

7. The Blue Trail: Dubrovnik
✱ Read a book set in a city with a rich history (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with TWO of the following numbers in its total page count: 1, 3, 5, 8 or 0 (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book with the title that has changed for any reason (translation is fine - share both titles).
Echo North by Joanna Ruth Meyer....Feb. 13, 2023 389 pages...3 and 8

8. The Green Trail
✱ Read a book with a predominantly green cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a series book #3 OR
✱ Read a book where construction or renovation work takes place (briefly share details).
by J.D. Robb.....Feb. 15, 2023

9. The Green Trail: Plitvice Lakes National Park
✱ Read a book set near a lake (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with water on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PLITIVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK (Three Word Minimum).
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.... Feb. 9, 2023 Title initials....L,I,C

10. The Green Trail: Sarajevo
✱ Read a book with an MC who is a soldier or veteran (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book where the characters represent more than one religion or ethnic group (tell us who & how they differ) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in SARAJEVO (ignore A, An or The).
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume....Feb. 14, 2023 One of Margaret's grandma's is Christian and the other is Jewish. And Margaret wonders what she is

Georgetown Spell Out
February 01 - February 28, 2023

Tower...
5/5
DONE.....Feb. 16, 2023

T. Track of the Cat by Nevada Barr....Feb. 7, 2023
O. Osman, Richard.... The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman....Feb. 5, 2023
W. Wallis, Velma..... Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival by Velma Wallis.....Feb. 11, 2023
E. Echo North by Joanna Ruth Meyer....Feb. 13, 2023
R. Robb, J.D...... Innocent in Death by J.D. Robb.....Feb. 15, 2023

Micronesia's Capital: Palikir
January 01, 2023 - January 31, 2023
DONE.....Feb, 22, 2023

1. Nan Madol
✱ Read a book with a stone building or large wall on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book featuring magic (share context) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in NAN MADOL.
Murder by Page One by Olivia Matthews.... Jan. 10, 2023 Author initials....O, M

2. Kepirohi Falls
✱ Read a book where the MC participates in a picnic (briefly describe) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in SWIM (ignore A, An or THE) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in KEPIROHI FALLS.
Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen ....January 19, 2023 Author Initials...S, A

3. Ant Atoll
✱ Read a book where the MC goes to the beach (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book set on a relatively small island (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ANT ATOLL.
White Nights by Ann Cleeves....Feb. 22,2023 Shetland Islands

4. Pilen Seleur Eel Pools
✱ Read a book with a sea creature on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC gets lost (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PILEN SELEUR EEL POOLS.
Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George.....Jan. 5, 2023 Julie running away and gets lost and stays lost for a long time

5. Sokehs Rock
✱ Read a book set during WWII OR
✱ Read a book where a tunnel is important to the plot (briefly share how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in SOKEHS ROCK.
Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron....Jan. 24, 2023 Author's initials...H, E...In the given word

6. What's cooking in Micronesia?
✱ Read a book tagged FOOD on its GR homepage OR
✱ Read a book with fruit on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WHAT'S COOKING
Delicious by Susan Mallery....Jan. 2, 2023 Food on homepage

Landmarks of the World: Mont Saint-Michel
February 01 - March 31, 2023

7/7
DONE.....Feb. 27, 2023

1. Unique Location.
*Read a book set in France OR read a book that has TWO words in the title that start with the letter M.
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume....Feb. 14, 2023 Me and Margaret both start with M

2. It All Began With a Dream.
*Read a book that features a dream, vision or legend (briefly share details) OR read a book with 7, 0, 8 or 9 in the total page count (share page count).
Echo North by Joanna Ruth Meyer....Feb. 13, 2023 389 pages....8 and 9 in page count

3. Centuries of Building & Modifications.
*Read a book that features construction of some sort (briefly share details) OR read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in LA MERVEILLE.
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.... Feb. 9, 2023 Elizabeth takes out her kitchen and puts in a lab

4. Pilgrimage Destination.
*Read a book where the MC takes a physical, spiritual or emotional journey (briefly share details) OR read a book with a plot focused on a book(s) or a library (tell us which).
Track of the Cat by Nevada Barr....Feb. 7, 2023 Anna journeys into the wilderness of the park....she also travels to Mexico to recover

5. The Mont Was Never Conquered.
*Read a book where a war is important to the plot line (tell how how) OR read a book with a character that is in or once was in prison (tell us who).
Crimson Phoenix by John Gilstrap.....Feb. 27, 2023 Nuclear war and aftermath

6. Becoming an Historical Monument.
*Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage (fiction or non-fiction) OR or read a book originally published between 2009 and 2014 (share publication year)
Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival by Velma Wallis.....Feb. 11, 2023 Historical

7. The Monks Return.
*Read a book that features a religious community (briefly share details) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in MONT SAINT-MICHEL (2 word minimum).
Soft Touch by John D. MacDonald....Feb. 25, 2023 Title initials...S, T

Guyana's Capital: Georgetown
February 01 - February 28, 2023

6 of 6 Complete
Done March 1, 2023

1. Cathedrals of Georgetown
✱ Read a book with a character that is an architect or builder (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book that mentions Queen Victoria (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CATHEDRALS OF GEORGETOWN.
Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews.....Feb. 1, 2023 Author initials.....D,A

2. Guyana Botanical Gardens and Zoo
✱ Read a book set in a tropical location (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book with an MC who works with plants or animals (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GUYANA BOTANICAL GARDENS AND ZOO.
The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman....Feb. 5, 2023 Author initials...R,O

3. Georgetown Lighthouse
✱ Read a book with something striped on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that begins with a letter in RIVER (ignore A, An or THE) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GEORGETOWN LIGHTHOUSE.
by Amanda Gorman....Feb. 11, 2022 Stripes on cover

4. El Dorado Rum Distillery
✱ Read a book set in a country where sugarcane is grown (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book that has all the letters found in RUM in its title (in any order) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in EL DORADO RUM DISTILLERY.
If You Find Me by Emily Murdoch...March 1, 2023 Author initials....E,M

5. Walter Roth Museum of Anthropology
✱ Read a book that includes one or more indigenous characters (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book with a page count that includes TWO of the following numbers: 1, 9, 7, 4 (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WALTER ROTH MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY.
Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival by Velma Wallis.....Feb. 11, 2023 Ch'idzigyaak and Sa' are two indigenous MC

6. Guyana Markets
✱ Read a book with a clock on the cover (share cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC attends an outdoor market (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GUYANA MARKET
The Locked Room by Elly Griffiths...Feb. 17, 2023 Author's initials...E, G

Fifty Nifty US States: Florida
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
10/10
Done....April 15, 2023

1. Number: 27th State to Join the Union
* Read a series book #2,
Ain't She a Peach by Molly Harper.... Aug. 13. 2022 Series #2

2. State Animal (Mammal): Florida Panther
* Read a book with a title that starts with the letter F or P (ignore A, An or The).
Pawsitively Dead by Harper Lin.....Aug. 29, 2022 Starts with P

3. State Bird: Mockingbird
* Read a book with a MC whose first name starts with a letter in MOCKING (tell us who).
Ophie's Ghosts by Justina Ireland....Sept. 1o, 2022 MC...Ophie

4. State Flower: Orange Blossom
* Read a book with a predominantly ORANGE or WHITE cover (post cover).
by Nev March.....Aug. 2, 2022 Orangy cover

5. State Tree: Sabal Palm
* Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in SABAL PALM.
All's Fair in Love and Cupcakes by Betsy St. Amant.....Nov, 27, 2022 Author initials....B, S

6. Official State Nickname: The Sunshine State
* Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE SUNSHINE STATE. (2 Word Minimum)
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Title letters....A, E, H

7. Popular Attraction: Walt Disney World Resort
* Read a book with a four word title.
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman.....Aug. 6, 2022 4 word title

8. Must Try Food: Key Lime Pie
* Read a book with a pie on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with TWO of the the three words KEY LIME PIE found in the text (they do not need to be together; share texts).
by Joan Bauer.....April 15, 2023 Pie on cover....took forever to find one! LOL

9. Weird Fact: Florida has the most golf courses of any state in the US
* Read a book where the MC visits a golf course OR read a book with a title that includes all the letters in GOLF (any order).
The Girl from the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag....July 26, 2022 The letters in GOLF is in the title

10. Optional Bonus Task
* Read a book that takes place in Florida.
Soft Touch by John D. MacDonald....Feb. 25, 2023 Takes place in Florida

Explorer: Complete 15 of the 20 tasks. You must complete at least one task per day.

¡Que viva México!
December 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023.....Finished 4/8/23

15of 15 Complete

Day 1: Mexico City
*Read a book set in a big city (tell us where) OR read a book with a Spanish speaking character (tell us who).
An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten.....Dec,4, 2022 Set in Gotenburg, Sweden and Cape Town, South Africa

*Read a book where religion is important to the plot (briefly tell us why) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in BASILICA OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE (three word minimum).
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.....Dec.11, 2022 Sam's mom is very religious....and religion is throughout the story

Day 2: Mexico City
*Read a book where a famous museum is mentioned (share text) OR read a book with more than 150 pages (share page count).
Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight by Janet Evanovich.....Jan. 1, 2023 286 pages

*Read a book with a pyramidal object on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author's first and last initial can be found in TEOTIHUACAN.
The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022 Author's initials....A, C

Day 3: Palenque
*Read a series book #5 or #9 OR read a book with a title that begins with a letter in PALENQUE (ignore A, AN and THE).
Enslaved by the Ocean by Bella Jewel.....Dec. 21, 2021 Starts with E

*Read a book where the characters watch or participate in a game (tell us what kind) OR read a book with a title that includes all the letters found in BALL (any order).
Out of His League by Caroline Richardson....April 7, 2023 Gretchen watches baseball game and Josh plays baseball

Day 4: Chichén Itzá
*Read a book published between 1988 and 2007 (share publication date) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in CENOTES.
Desert Noir by Betty Webb....Dec. 14, 2022 Published in 2001

*Read a book with a shadow on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a serpent, throne or jaguar mentioned in the text (share text).
by Serena Valentino....Jan. 21, 2023 Shadowy cover

Day 5: Tulum
*Read a book where a market is visited or a trade of goods takes place (briefly share details) OR read a book where the MC goes swimming (tell us where).
Goblin Market by Diane Zahler ......Jan. 27, 2023 Lizzie and Minka go to the market weekly

*Read a book set in a national park or reserve (tell us where) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SIAN KA'AN BIOSPHERE RESERVE (three word minimum).
It Happened One Night by Stephanie Laurens.....Dec. 7, 2022 Title initials...I, H, O, N

Day 6: Yucatán Peninsula
*Read a book tagged TRAVEL on its GR homepage OR read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in YUCATAN (tell us where).
Too Late to Die by Bill Crider....Dec. 24, 2022 Set in Texas

*Read a book where the plot is developed in an unexpected way (your interpretation) OR read a book with a title that begins with a letter in CANCUN (ignore A, AN and THE).
Born in Death by J.D. Robb.....Dec. 25, 2022 (view spoiler)[ The two main mysteries in the story started separately and then merged together (hide spoiler)]

Day 7: Guadalajara
*Read a book with an MC who works in the medical field (tell us how) OR read a book with one of the following numbers in the total page count: 1, 8, 0, or 5 (share page count).
The K Team by David Rosenfelt.....Dec.17, 2022 304 pages

*Read a book with a plot that features music (tell us how) OR read a book where the MC drinks an alcoholic beverage (tell us what).
Robert B. Parker's Debt to Pay by Reed Farrel Coleman.....Jan. 7, 2023 Jesse Stone drinks whiskey

Day 8: Pacific Coast
*Read a book set in a location overlooking the Pacific Ocean (tell us where) OR read a book where the MC finds themselves in a dangerous situation (tell us briefly what happens).
Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George.....Jan. 5, 2023 Julie ran away and finds herself lost....with no food....by watching the wolves she learns how to communicate with them....and they feed her

*Read a book with a beach on the cover (post the cover) OR read a book where the MC takes a vacation (tell us where).
by Emily Stone.....March 14, 2023 Beach on cover

Day 9: Baja California
*Read a book in which the characters take a trip by car (tell us where they go) OR read a book whose title has changed for any reason (tell us both titles).
Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron....Jan. 24, 2023 Deidre goes from San Diego to San Francisco

*Read a book set between December and April (tell us when) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in EL VIZCAINO BIOSPHERE RESERVE (three word minimum).
Shotgun Saturday Night by Bill Crider...Jan. 23, 2023.... Title starts with S Title initials....S,S,N

Day 10: Baja California: Cabo San Lucas
*Read a book published in October (share publication date) OR read a book whose author's first and last initial can be found in CABO SAN LUCAS.
Dear Santa by Nancy Naigle Dec. 19, 2022 Published Oct. 16, 2018

*Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a book with a tag on its GR Homepage that is related to nature (share tag)
Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen ....January 19, 2023 Mallow Island, SC

Fifty Nifty US States: Hawaii
January 1, 2023 - March 30, 2023
10/10.....DONE.....April 24, 2023

TASKS

1. Number: 50th State to Join the Union
* Read a series book #5 or #0.5 OR read a book with a total page count that includes 5 or 0 (share count).
The Unseen by Heather Graham....Jan. 4, 2023 #5

2. State Animal (Mammal): Monk Seal
* Read a book with a title that starts with the letter M or S (ignore A, An or The).
Murder by Page One by Olivia Matthews.... Jan. 10, 2023 Title starts with M

3. State Bird: Nene (Hawaiian Goose)
* Read a book with a MC whose first name starts with a letter in NENE or GOOSE (share name).
The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman....Feb. 5, 2023 MC....Elizabeth....E

4. State Flower: Yellow Hibiscus
* Read a book with a predominantly YELLOW cover (post cover).
by Tamar Myers.....March 16, 2023...Yellow

5. State Tree: Kukui Nut Tree
* Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in KUKUI NUT TREE.
Eat Move Sleep: How Small Choices Lead to Big Changes by Tom Rath....Jan., 22, 2023 Author initials....T, R

6. Official State Nickname: The Aloha State
* Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE ALOHA STATE. (2 Word Minimum)
Soft Touch by John D. MacDonald....Feb. 25, 2023 Title initials...S, T

7. Popular Attraction: Waikiki Beach
* Read a book with a beach setting (tell us where) OR read a book with a two-word title.
Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen ....January 19, 2023 Book has two word title

8. Must Try Food: Malasada (a delicious fried yeast donut)
* Read a book with the word MALASADA or DONUT found in the text OR read a book where the MC eats a fried confection of any kind (share text for either task).
Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich....April 1, 2023 Was a audio book so don't have access to actual text.....Stephanie and Lula get and eat many donuts/sweet rolls

9. Weird Fact: More Spam Per Capita than Any Other State
Hawaiians LOVE their spam!! The canned meat, nicknamed “Hawaiian steak”, appears on menus in fancy restaurants and fast-food chains such as McDonald's and Burger King, and takes the place of fresh fish in the popular sushi-inspired snack called Spam Musubi. It’s so beloved that it even has its own annual festival, Spam Jam, where some 20,000 Spam lovers congregate to buy up special edition flavors and celebrate the humble luncheon meat.
* Read a book with more than 20,000 ratings on its GR Homepage (share number) OR read a book with a title that includes all the letters in SPAM (any order).
Game On: Tempting Twenty-Eight by Janet Evanovich.....Jan. 1, 2023 38,702 ratings

10. Optional Bonus Task
* Read a book that takes place in Hawaii.
Murder at Dolphin Bay by Kathi Daley.....April 24, 2023 Takes place in Hawaii

Tunisia's Capital: Tunis
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
6/6.....DONE....April 24, 2023

1. The Medina
✱ Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book with 6, 9, or 8 in its total page count (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THE MEDINA.
Where the Sky Begins by Rhys Bowen....March 2, 2023 Tagged Historical

2. Ville Nouvelle
✱ Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in NEW (any order) OR
✱ Read a book that mentions an architectural style (i.e. gothic, art deco, colonial, etc) in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VILLE NOUVELLE.
The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger....March 12, 2023 Author initials....L,U

3. Bardo National Museum
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter in MOSAIC OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BARDO NATIONAL MUSEUM.
The Love Proof by Madeleine Henry....March 3, 2023 Author initials....M,H

4. La Goulette
✱ Read a book set in a seaside location (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC eats seafood (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in LA GOULETTE.
Murder at Dolphin Bay by Kathi Daley.....April 24, 2023 Set in Hawaii....a seaside location

5. Ancient Carthage
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in RUINS (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book set in ancient times (before 500 AD - tell us when it was set) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ANCIENT CARTHAGE.
Evernight by Claudia Gray.....March 5, 2023 Author initials...C,G

6. Sidi Bou Said
✱ Read a book with a primarily blue and white cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a character that is an artist/painter (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in SIDI BOU SAID.
by Karen McQuestion.....March 11, 2023 Blue and white cover

Tunis Spell Out
March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
DONE....April 20, 2023

Bardo

B. Bowen, Rhys..... Where the Sky Begins by Rhys Bowen....March 2, 2023
A. Alexis Schaitkin..... Elsewhere.....April 20, 2023
R. The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger....March 12, 2023
D. Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel......March 8, 2023
O. One Last Gift by Emily Stone.....March 14, 2023

Vatican Capital: Vatican City
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
6/6....April 28, 2023

1. St. Peter's Square and Basilica
✱ Read a series book #4 OR
✱ Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in DOME (any order) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ST. PETER'S SQUARE AND BASILICA.
Out of His League by Caroline Richardson.....April 7, 2023 Author initials...C,R

2. Musei Vaticani (Vatican Museums)
✱ Read a book with an MC who is an artist or works for a museum (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a long book (more than 400 pages; share number of pages) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MUSEI VATICANI.
Elsewhere by Alexis Schaitkin.....April 20, 2023 Author's initials are A, S

3. Vatican Apostolic Library
✱ Read a book where a library is important to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book by a prolific author who has written at least 8 books (please include the author's GR link) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VATICAN APOSTOLIC LIBRARY.
Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich....April 1, 2023 Author is very prolific has written over 40 books

4. Giardini Vaticani (Vatican Gardens)
✱ Read a book that was meditative or inspirational (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in LEONINE WALLS (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GIARDINI VATICANI.
Northwest Angle by William Kent Krueger... April 10, 2023 Starts with N

5. Pontifical Swiss Guard
✱ Read a book with a character who is or was a soldier (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book with a male MC who is between 18 and 30 years old (tell how how old) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PONTIFICAL SWISS GUARD.
If Cats Disappeared from the World by Genki Kawamura.....April 27, 2023 Male character is 30 years old

6. Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano
✱ Read a book set in Italy (bonus if set in Rome or Vatican City) OR
✱ Read a book with a heavily decorated or colored cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BASILICA OF SAN GIOVANNI IN LATERANO.
A Superior Death by Nevada Barr....April 16, 2023 Author initials....N, B

Fifty Nifty US States: Georgia
October 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
10/10....May 6, 2023

1. Number: 4th State to Join the Union
* Read a series book #4 OR read a book with a page count that includes 4 (share count).
Origin in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 1, 2022 347 pages...4 in page count

2. State Animal (Mammal): White-Tailed Deer
* Read a book with a title that starts with the letter W or D (ignore A, An or The).
Daughter of Rome by Tessa Afshar......October 24, 2022 Starts with D

3. State Bird: Brown Thrasher
* Read a book with a predominantly BROWN cover (post cover).
by G.K. Chesterton.....Oct. 3, 2022 Brown

4. State Flower: Cherokee Rose
* Read a book with a MC whose first name starts with a letter in ROSE (tell us who).
Memory in Death by J.D. Robb....Oct. 8, 2022 MC...Eve....E

5. State Tree: Live Oak
* Read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in LIVE OAK.
Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023 Author initials....E,L

6. Official State Nickname: The Peach State
* Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE PEACH STATE. (2 Word Minimum)
An Everyday Hero by Laura Trentham....Oct. 2, 2022 Title initials...A, E, H

7. Popular Attraction: Savannah Historic District
* Read a book tagged HISTORICAL on its GR Homepage OR read a book with a three word title.
Granny Gets Fancy by Harper Lin....Oct. 10, 2022 3 word title

8. Must Try Food: Pimento Cheese
* Read a book with the word PIMENTO found in the text OR read a book where the MC makes or eats a cheese sandwich (share text for either task option)
An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022 She made a couple of cheese sandwiches, she wasn't very hungry. Page 151

9. Weird Fact: Home to the Word's Largest Drive-In Restaurant
Located in Atlanta,
* Read a book with a car on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a title that includes all the letters in DRIVE (any order).
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers...Oct. 9, 2022 Title contains D,R,I,V,E

10. Optional Bonus Task
* Read a book that takes place in Georgia
Murder by Page One by Olivia Matthews.... Jan. 10, 2023 Takes place in Georgia

Thailand's Capital: Bangkok
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
6/6.....DONE....May 16, 2023

1. Grand Palace Compound
✱ Read a book with a cover that is more than 50% green (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in GRAND (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in GRAND PALACE COMPOUND.
XOXO by Axie Oh.....May 6, 2023 Author initials....A,O

2. More Temples
✱ Read a book that deals with medicine or healing in some way (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book that has the letters in WAT found in the title (any order) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MORE TEMPLES.
Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023 Author initials...E,L

3. Chai Phraya River
✱ Read a book with any type of water vehicle on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC travels by water somewhere (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CHAI PHRAYA RIVER.
Murphy's Law by Rhys Bowen......May 15, 2023 Molly crosses the ocean via boat

4. Jim Thompson House & Museum
✱ Read a book with a character who is a spy, operative or secret agent, etc. (tell us what they do) OR
✱ Read a book that deals with art or with a missing person (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in JIM THOMPSON HOUSE.
Infinity + One by Amy Harmon....May 1, 2023 Bonnie runs away ...and her people think she was kidnapped

5. Bangkok Neighborhoods
✱ Read a book with a "neighborhood" setting (briefly describe) OR
✱ Read a book with the word CHINATOWN found in the text (can be two words; share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BANGKOK NEIGHBORHOODS.
The Unholy by Heather Graham.....May 12, 2023 Author's initials....H, G

6. Street Food & Market
✱ Read a book tagged FOOD on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book with a 2 or 7 in its total page count (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in STREET FOOD & MARKET
Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower....May 2, 2023 Author initials ....A, F

Bangkok Spell Out
May 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
SIAM
0/4......DONE....May 14, 2023

S. Starfish by Lisa Fipps.... May 12, 2023
I. Infinity + One by Amy Harmon....May 1, 2023
A. Amanda Flower..... Because I Could Not Stop for Death...May 2, 2023
M. Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023

12 of 12 Complete.....DONE>...June 14, 2023

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book set in China or one that features an MC of Chinese descent (tell us who) OR read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count).
Murder in Chinatown by Victoria Thompson.....June 14, 2023
Angel Lee...and several others of Chinese descent

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book set in Mexico or one that features an MC of Mexican descent OR read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The).
Red Knife byWilliam Kent Krueger.....Nov. 11, 2022 Lucinda....Mexican decent

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book set in India or one that features an MC of Indian descent OR read a book that takes place in the 19th century.
Victoria by Daisy Goodwin.....Nov. 8, 2022 Takes place in 19th century

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US (tell us where) OR read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).
Blood Bound by Patricia Briggs.....Nov. 6, 2022 Takes place in Usa

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book set in Canada or one written by a Canadian author (include link to author page) OR read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover).
by Karen Barnett....Nov. 13, 2022 Circular....Wheels on car

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia or in a Chinatown neighborhood outside of Asia OR read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q.
The Moonlight Child by Karen McQuestion.....March 11, 2023 Author's last name has a Q in it

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan or one that features an MC of Japanese descent OR read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).
An Elderly Lady Is Up to No Good by Helene Tursten.....Nov. 12, 2022 Challenged my brain following along her thought processes on how to get rid of undesirable people

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where) OR read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order).
Dead Before Morning by Geraldine Evans....Nov. 29,2022 Set in Essex, England

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book set in Finland or Africa (tell us which) OR read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022 Author's initials...A, C

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA OR read a book that features children or teens in school (briefly share details).
The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder.....Nov.14, 2022 Features children

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
Raven Black by Ann Cleeves...Nov. 26, 2022 Set on the Shetland Islands

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book that is set in South America (tell us where) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
The Shift: 7 Powerful Mindset Changes for Lasting Weight Loss by Gary Foster....Nov. 2, 2022 Title initials....T, S

Endangered Wildlife
December 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023

Progress: 15/15
DONE.....5/7/23

1. Land of the Leopard National Park, Russia
🐯 Read a book with any cat species on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in AMUR LEOPARD.
The K Team by David Rosenfelt.....Dec.17, 2022 Author's initials....D, R

🐯 Read a book with a character who is Russian (tell us who) OR read a book with a MC whose first name starts with a letter found in PRIMAL.
The Eleventh Hour by Anina Collins....Dec. 1, 2022 MC's name starts with P....Poppy

🐯 Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in LAND OF THE LEOPARD NATIONAL PARK (THREE Word Minimum).
Too Late to Die by Bill Crider....Dec. 24, 2022 Title initials...T,L,T,D

2. Liwonde National Park, Malawi
🐘 Read a book with a primarily black cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in BLACK RHINO.
by Janet Evanovich.....Jan. 1, 2023 Black cover

🐘 Read a book with an MC who owns a dog OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in ELEPHANT.
Born in Death by J.D. Robb.....Dec. 25, 2022 MC is Eve starts with E

🐘 Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in LIWONDE NATIONAL PARK (THREE Word Minimum).
Two Old Women: An Alaska Legend of Betrayal, Courage and Survival by Velma Wallis.....Feb. 11, 2023 Title initials....T,O,W

3. Africa's Gorilla National Parks
🐵 Read a book with a primate on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in GORILLA.
XOXO by Axie Oh.....May 6, 2023 Author initials....A,O

🐵 Read a book where the MC takes a tour (tell us what they are touring) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in TREK.
Robert B. Parker's Debt to Pay by Reed Farrel Coleman.....Jan. 7, 2023 Jesse and Diana take a tour of a possible crime spot...a country club

🐵 Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in SENKWEKWE GORILLA ORPHANAGE CENTER (THREE Word Minimum).
The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni.....Dec.11, 2022 Title initials...T, E, L, O, S, H

4. Gunung Leuser National Park, Indonesia
🐵 Read a book with a primarily orange cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in ORANGUTAN.
by Betty Webb....Dec. 14, 2022 Orange cover

🐵 Read a book where the MC visits a remote, wilderness location (tell us where) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in RAINFOREST.
Dear Santa by Nancy Naigle Dec. 19, 2022 MC is Angela

🐵 Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GUNUNG LEUSER NATIONAL PARK (THREE Word Minimum).
Night Night, Sleep Tight by Hallie Ephron....Jan. 24, 2023 Title initials N N S T in the Park name

5. Galápagos National Park, Ecuador
🐢 Read a book with an ocean on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose author’s first and last initial can be found in MARINE RESERVE.
by Bella Jewel.....Dec. 21, 2021 Ocean on cover

🐢 Read a book with an MC who works with animals (tell us how) OR read a book with an MC whose first name starts with a letter found in TORTOISE.
Track of the Cat by Nevada Barr....Feb. 7, 2023 Anna is a park ranger and works with wild animals....and with horses

🐢 Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GALAPAGOS NATIONAL PARK (THREE Word Minimum).
Six Geese A-Slaying by Donna Andrews.....Feb. 1, 2023 Initials....S,G,A

One Island, Many Queens
April 1, 2023 to Completion
12/12.....Done....June 18, 2023

1. Boudica (I century)
✱ Read a book with a female MC (tell us her name) OR read a book tagged FANTASY or FOLKLORE on its GR homepage.
Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich....April 1, 2023 MC's name is Stephanie

2. Empress Maude (c. 1102-1167)
✱ Read a book where there is a conflict in the plot (it doesn't have to be a war; tell us briefly what happens) OR read a book whose title starts with a letter found in MAUDE (ignore A, An or The).
Out of His League by Caroline Richardson....April 7, 2023 Boy and girl meet and they fall in love, boy and girl have a misunderstanding and have loud words.....Boy and Girl don't talk for 2 months, then they 'happen' to meet again and they resolve their differences

3. Eleanor of Aquitaine (c.1122-1204)
✱ Read a book with a wealthy character (tell us who) OR read a book whose author's first and last name can be found in ELEANOR OF AQUITAINE.
Murder at Dolphin Bay by Kathi Daley.....April 24, 2023 Luke is very wealthy

4. The Six Wives of Henry VIII
✱ Read a series book numbered 1 through 6 (tell us which) OR read a book where a marriage ends (by separation, divorce, or death) .
A Superior Death by Nevada Barr....April 16, 2023 #2 in series

5. Mary I Tudor (1516-1558)
✱ Read a book with blood on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with a MC whose is very religious (briefly share details).
Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews...June 3, 2023 The children's grandmother is overly religious and keeps the kids locked up because of their sins

6. Elizabeth I Tudor (1533-1603)
✱ Read a book written by an author whose first name is ELIZABETH (or any variation of it) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in THE VIRGIN QUEEN (two word minimum).
The Unholy by Heather Graham.....May 12, 2023 Title initials....T, U

7. Mary I Stuart, Queen of Scotland (1542-1587)
✱ Read a book set in France or Scotland (tell us where) OR read a book where several of the characters are relatives (tell us who and their relationship).
Northwest Angle by William Kent Krueger... April 10, 2023 Cork is the father, his three children, his sister in law, and her husband....all relatives

8. Mary II Stuart (1562-1694)
✱ Read a book with 1, 6 or 8 in its total count page (share count) OR read a book where a married couple run a business together or work together to complete a major project (briefly share details).
Hope Was Here by Joan Bauer.....April 15, 2023 191 pages

9. Anne Stuart (1665-1714)
✱ Read a book set in the United Kingdom (tell us where) OR read a book where someone is pregnant or a birth occurs (tell us which).
Bad News Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....June 1, 2023 Liss is pregnant and gives birth

10. Queen Victoria (1819-1901)
✱ Read a book set during the Victorian Age OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in GRANDMOTHER OF EUROPE (three words minimum).
Murder in Chinatown by Victoria Thompson....June 14, 2023 Set in Victorian Age

11. Elizabeth II (1926-2022)
✱ Read a large book (more than 400 pages; share page number) OR read a book whose title starts with a letter found in WINDSOR (ignore A, An or The).
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs.....April 26, 2023 Title starts with I

12. Future Queens
✱ Read a book with a lone female figure on the cover (post cover) OR read a book that takes place in the future (tell us when).
by Amanda Flower....May 2, 2023 Lone female figure

Vatican City Spell Out
April 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
11/11....DONE....June 15, 2023

Vatican
V. V.C. Andrews..... Flowers in the Attic ...June 3, 2023
A. Alexis Schaitkin...... Elsewhere.....April 20, 2023
T. Ten Big Ones by Janet Evanovich....April 1, 2023
I. Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs.....April 26, 2023
C. Colleen Oakley..... The Invisible Husband of Frick Island...June 9, 2023
A. Amy Harmon..... Infinity + One.....May 1, 2023
N. Northwest Angle by William Kent Krueger... April 10, 2023

Rome
R. Rhys Bowen..... Murphy's Law .....May 15, 2023
O. Out of His League by Caroline Richardson.....April 7, 2023
M. Martha Wells...... Exit Strategy.....May 26, 2023
E. Elinor Lipman..... Ms. Demeanor ....May 5, 2023

Landmarks of the World: Epic Stairs
May 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
9/9.....Done...June 5, 2023

1. The Niesen Railway, Switzerland
*Read a book with a mountain setting (tell us where) OR read a book by an author whose first or last name begins with the letter N.
Next of Kin by Sharon Sala.....May 23, 2023 Mountains of Kentucky

2. Mount Tai, China
*Read a series book #4, #11, #13, or #14 OR read a book that has over 3,000 REVIEWS on its GR Homepage (share number).
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave....May 19, 2023 50,812 reviews

3. Adam's Peak, Sri Lanka
*Read a book with a night sky on the cover (post cover) OR read a book originally published in the month of December or May (share publication date).
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak.....June 2, 2023 Published May 10, 2022

4. Calà del Sasso, Italy
*Read a book tagged HISTORICAL (fiction or non) on its GR Homepage OR read a long book with a page count over 444 pages (share count).
Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower....May 2, 2023 Historical

5. Flørli Wooden Stairway, Norway
*Read a book set in a small hamlet or village (tell us where) OR read a book where the MC overcomes a big challenge and is rewarded (briefly share details).
Exit Strategy by Martha Wells.....May 26, 2023 Murderbot rescues Dr. Mensah and other members of the team and then he is able to be his own 'person'

6. Chand Baori. India
*Read a book with a body of water of the cover (post cover) OR read a book with the letters WELL (intact) found in the title or in the main character's or author's last name.
by Lisa Fipps.... May 12, 2023 body of water on cover

7. Mount Haguro, Japan
*Read a book where the MC takes a journey - literal or figuratively (briefly share details) OR read a book with a title that starts with a letter in HAGURO (ignore A, An or The).
Infinity + One by Amy Harmon.....May 1, 2023 Bonnie takes a journey across the US with Finn....

8. Manitou Incline, USA
*Read a book where the MC visits a popular tourist attraction (tell us what) OR read a book where the author's first and last initial can be find in MANITOU INCLINE.
Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023 Author's initials....E,L

9. Haiku, Stairs, USA
*Read a book where a character does something illegal (tell us who & what) OR read a book where war is important to the plot (tell us how).
Murphy's Law by Rhys Bowen......May 15, 2023 Molly uses someone else's boat ticket to leave England and go to America.

Iconic Trail: The Trans Bhutan Trail (In the Happiest Country in the World)
May 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
10/10....June 16, 2023

1. The Happy Little Kingdom of Bhutan
✱ Read a book that made you feel happy (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a G, N or H (disregard A, An, and The) OR
✱ Read a book published between 1998 and 2007 (share publication date).
Murphy's Law by Rhys Bowen......May 15, 2023 Published in 2001

2. Start: Haa
✱ Read a book whose title contains a word that has intact double vowels (AA, EE, etc) OR
✱ Read a book with a tree on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where a natural disaster occurs or is remembered (tell us what).
by Jason Rekulak.....June 2, 2023 Tree on cover

3. Paro
✱ Read a book where a sacred place is mentioned (share text) OR
✱ Read a series book #4, #5 or #6 OR
✱ Read a book whose author's first and last initials are found in MOUNT JOMOLHARI.
XOXO by Axie Oh.....May 6, 2023 Author initials....A, O

4. Thimphu
✱ Read one of the highest books on your TBR sorted by date added. Choose a book from the last 50 books added (share TBR #) OR
✱ Read a book where a character wears a mask or costume (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in TASHICHOEDZONG MONASTERY (three words minimum)
The Unholy by Heather Graham.....May 12, 2023 The killer wore a monks robe with hood....

5. Punakha
✱ Read a book set in a capital city (tell us where) OR
✱ Read a book where a fire occurs (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that includes all the letters in RICE (any order).
Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower....May 2, 2023 Title has all the letters of RICE

6. Wangdue Phodrang District
✱ Read a book with a bird or wild animal on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where nature is important for the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in TAKIN (share location).
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave....May 19, 2023 Set in Austin, Texas....A, T

7. Trongsa
✱ Read a book with a royal character (tell us who) OR
✱ Read a book with a total page count that includes 1, 5, 4 or 3 (share page count) OR
✱ Read a book where an inauguration or a ceremony takes place (briefly share details).
Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023 304 pages

8. Bumthang District
✱ Read a book whose MC is very religious (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book where craftsmanship matters to the plot (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in WANGCHUCK CENTENNIAL PARK (three words minimum).
Tamarack County by William Kent Krueger.....June 11, 2023 Anne is Cork's daughter and is going into the sisterhood....very religious

9. Finish: Trashigang
✱ Read a book with a predominantly GREEN or YELLOW cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that features restoration of some sort, literal or figuratively (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author's first and last initials are found in TRASHIGANG,
Infinity + One by Amy Harmon.....May 1, 2023 Author initials....A,H

10. Other Hikes and Treks
✱ Read a book belonging to a series that has at least 25 books OR
✱ Read a book set in spring or autumn (tell us when) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a a letter in SNOWMAN (disregard A, An, and The).
Starfish by Lisa Fipps.... May 12, 2023 Starts with S

Seasonal Adventures
Discovering Portugal
March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

20/20...Done...Aug. 3, 2023

Day 1: Lisbon
*Read a book where a natural disaster occurs or is remembered (tell us what) OR read a book with 55 (intact) in its page count (share count).
Northwest Angle by William Kent Krueger... April 10, 2023 While boating on Lake of the Woods a Derecho sweeps over the lake separating Cork's family

* Read a book with a symbolic monument mentioned in the text (share text) OR read a book whose author's first and last initials can be found in TOWER OF BELEM.
Where the Sky Begins by Rhys Bowen....March 2, 2023 Author's initial....R, B

Day 2: Lisbon
*Read a book with a predominantly blue and/or white cover (post cover) OR read a book with an MC whose first name begins with a letter found in AZULEJOS.
by Janet Evanovich....April 1, 2023

*Read a book tagged ADVENTURE on its GR Homepage or one where the MC embarks on a big adventure (tell us what) OR read a book where music is important to the plot (tell us why).
A Superior Death by Nevada Barr....April 16, 2023 Marked Adventure

Day 3: Sintra
*Read a book that features construction of some sort (briefly share details) OR read a book where the MC is retired or is over 66 years old (the age at which a Portuguese can retire).
The Red Hunter by Lisa Unger....March 12, 2023 Claudia is having her house remodeled

*Read a book set during the summer (tell us when) OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in PALACIO NATIONAL DE PENA (3 word minimum).
Hope Was Here by Joan Bauer.....April 15, 2023 Mostly set during the summer while Hope was off of school

Day 4: Mafra and Obidos
*Read a book with a large building on the cover (post cover) OR read a book whose title begins with a letter found in MAFRA (ignore A, An or The).
The Moonlight Child by Karen McQuestion.....March 11, 2023 Title begins with M

*Read a book set in Middle Ages (between 476 and 1492; tell us when) OR read a book where the MC is married.
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave....May 19, 2023 Hannah is married

Day 5: Coimbra
*Read a book set in a university or school OR read a book by an author who has written at least 8 books (be sure to include the author's GR link).
The Love Proof by Madeleine Henry....March 3, 2023 Set at Yale

*Read a book with the word OLD or NEW in its title OR read a book where the MC visits a graveyard or burial site (briefly share details).
If You Find Me by Emily Murdoch...March 1, 2023 (view spoiler)[ Carey and her dad visited a site where she killed a man (hide spoiler)]

Day 6: Porto
*Read a book with a bridge on the cover (post cover) OR read a book set in place whose name begins with a letter found in PORTUS CALE (tell us where).
Evernight by Claudia Gray.....March 5, 2023 Set at Evernight School

*Read a book where a wine is mentioned by its name or type (Port, Chardonnay, etc. - share text) OR read a book where something important to the plot is protected (explain briefly why)
.One Last Gift by Emily Stone.....March 14, 2023 Page 65.... I'll have a glass of Sauvignon

Day 7: Braga and Guimaräes
*Read a book tagged RELIGION or CHRISTIAN on its GR homepage OR read a book where a secret is important to the plot (briefly share details).
Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel......March 8, 2023 Rose Gold is keeping it secret what her motives are in taking in her mom after she got out of prison

*Read a book with a royal character (tell us who) OR read a book published after 2001 (share publication year).
Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs.....April 26, 2023 Published in 2008

Day 8: Evora and Algarve
*Read a series book #2 OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in CROMLECH OF ALMENDRES (3 word minimum).
Out of His League by Caroline Richardson....April 7, 2023 Title initials...O, O, H, L

* Read a book with a ship or boat on the cover (post cover) OR read a book with an MC whose first name begins with a letter found in ALGARVE.
Elsewhere by Alexis Schaitkin.....April 20, 2023 Main character's name is Vera

Day 9: Madeira
* Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a book where a national sport or famous sportsman is mentioned (share text).
Murder at Dolphin Bay by Kathi Daley.....April 24, 2023 Set in Hawaii....

* Read a book where the MC visits a popular tourist destination (tell us where) OR read a book whose author's first and last initials can be found in ILHAS SELVAGENS.
Infinity + One by Amy Harmon.....May 1, 2023 Author initials....A,H

Day 10: Azores
*Read a book in a series that has at least 14 books OR read a book where the MC is influenced by someone (explain briefly what happens).
The Unholy by Heather Graham.....May 12, 2023 36 books in series

*Read a book where the word VOLCANO is mentioned (share text) OR read a book whose title contains all the letters found in WHALE (in any order)
Sea Swept by Nora Roberts....Aug. 3, 2023 Whatever he's imagined didn't come close to the volcano that had erupted in his arms...page xcix (99)

Exploring Cultures and Holidays

Lucky Charms
March 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023
9/9
DONE....July 28, 2023

1. Four-Leaf Clover
🍀 Read a series book #4 OR read a book with cover that is mostly green (post cover).
Exit Strategy by Martha Wells.....May 26, 2023 Series book #4

2. Horseshoe
🍀 Read a book with a title that includes the word DEVIL('S) OR read a book that includes the word HORSESHOE in the text (share text).
Nowhere to Run by C.J. Box.....July 23, 2023 The two brothers pried off the horseshoes of Joe's horse.... Don't have exact quote as it was an Audio<

3. Hamsa
🍀 Read a book in which religion is an important part of the story (share how) OR read a book that takes place in the Middle East (tell us where).
Where the Sky Begins by Rhys Bowen....March 2, 2023 Set during WWII and much talk about the Jewish people

4. Nazar
🍀 Read a book with an eye shown prominently on the cover (post cover) OR read a book where the MC needs protection (tell us why).
by Emily Murdoch...March 1, 2023 Eyes on cover

5. Cornicello
🍀 Read a book that features a married couple as the main characters (tell us who) OR read a book by an author whose first and last initial can be found in CORNICELLO.
Ms. Demeanor by Elinor Lipman....May 5, 2023 Author's initial's....E,L

6. Dreamcatcher
🍀 Read a book with an important character that is Native American OR read a book where the MC has trouble sleeping or has nightmares (tell us which).
Evernight by Claudia Gray.....March 5, 2023 Bianca has nightmares

7. Dala Horse
🍀 Read a book by a Swedish author or that takes place in Sweden OR read a book with an MC who in an artist or crafts person (tell us which).
The Unholy by Heather Graham.....May 12, 2023 Madison works with sets and set design in the theater

8. Rabbit Foot
🍀 Read a book with a title that includes a double OO or two words that are the same OR read book originally published on the first day of any month (share publication date).
The Love Proof by Madeleine Henry....March 3, 2023 Proof has a double O

9. Other Lucky Animals
🍀 Read a book tagged ANIMALS on its GR Homepage OR read a book where an animal plays an important role in the story line (briefly share how)
Because I Could Not Stop for Death by Amanda Flower....May 2, 2023 Terror(a horse) killed someone because he was being hurt to react

Barbados Capital: Bridgetown
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
6/6....Done...June 26, 2023

1. Carlisle Bay
✱ Read a book with a beach or underwater scene on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in SHIPWRECK OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CARLISLE BAY.
The Program by Suzanne Young....June 19, 2023 Title starts with P

2. Barbados Garrison
✱ Read a book with a character that is (or once was) in the military (share who) OR
✱ Read a book set in the 18th or 19th century (tell us when) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BARBADOS GARRISON.
Less by Andrew Sean Greer...June 22, 2023 Author's initials....A, G

3. Historic Places of Worship
✱ Read a book where the MC visits a place of worship (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book where religion or faith is important to the plot line (tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PLACES OF WORSHIP.
The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley....June 9, 2023 Author's initials....C, O

4. Island Distilleries
✱ Read a book that has all the letters in RUM found in the title (any order) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC takes a guided tour of any sort (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in ISLAND DISTILLERIES.
Murder in Chinatown by Victoria Thompson....June 14, 2023 RUM in title

5. Lewis Sugar Cane Tower
✱ Read a book with the word WINDMILL found in the text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book where you learned something new (tell us what) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in LEWIS SUGAR CANE TOWER.
Free Fire by C.J. Box.....June 25, 2023 I learned about the Free fire zone in Yellowstone park

6. Parliament Buildings
✱ Read a book a series book #3 OR
✱ Read a book where government is important to the plot (tell us why) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PARLIAMENT BUILDINGS
Bad News Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....June 1, 2023 Series book #3 ....Copper Ridge

Bridgetown Spell Out
June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
0/9....Done....Aug. 12
Sea turtle

S. Suzanne Young..... The Program ....June 19, 2023
E. Evanovich, Janet.... Going Rogue by Janet Evanovich.....June 7, 2023
A. Andrews, V.C..... Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews...June 3, 2023
T. Tamarack County by William Kent Krueger.....June 11, 2023
U. UP at the Villa by W. Somerset Maugham....Aug. 12, 2023
R. Rekulak, Jason.....Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak.....June 2, 2023
T. Thompson, Victoria.... Murder in Chinatown by Victoria Thompson....June 14, 2023
L. Less by Andrew Sean Greer...June 22, 2023
E. Evanovich, Janet..... Smokin' Seventeen by Janet Evanovich .....July 12, 2023

I live in Mn and have done this drive Many times....and it is lovely!

Riding the Highways: MN Highway 61
To Completion
14/14....Done...June 5, 2023

1. Highway 61 Starting Place: Duluth
We begin our trip in Duluth, an important port city on Lake Superior. Each year hundreds of ships enter this port by way of the impressive Aerial Lift Bridge. Watch how the gargantuan counterweights slowly descend, raising the 900 ton bridge nearly 140 feet in the air to allow the huge ore boats to pass into the harbor. It’s a sight to behold. Learn the area's shipping history at the Lake Superior Maritime Museum.
✱ Read a series #6 or #1 OR read #61 from your TBR OR read a book with 6 AND 1 in the total page count.
Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews...June 3, 2023 Series #1

2. Drive 27 Miles from Duluth to Two Harbors
Head north to the quaint community of Two Harbors. Plan on visiting the Two Harbors Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in the state. Then take a walk along the breakwater. It’s amazing to watch one of the big ships come in to the ore dock. On your way out of town stop by Betty's Pies for something sweet to eat.
✱ Read a series #2 or #7 OR read #27 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 AND 7 in the total page count.
Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak.....June 2, 2023 372 pages...7,2

3. Drive 13 Miles from Two Harbors to Gooseberry Falls State Park
Gooseberry Falls State Park is home to 18 miles of trails that thread through a green and silver tapestry of birch, aspen and spruce. It's also home to the state's most famous waterfall. Bring a camera for this Minnesota classic.
✱ Read a series #1 or #3 OR read #13 from your TBR OR read a book with 1 AND 3 in the total page count.
Bad News Cowboy by Maisey Yates.....June 1, 2023 #3.....Copper Ridge

4. Drive 2 Miles from Gooseberry Falls State Park to Iona's Beach
As you leave the park watch for mile marker 42 for one of the most unique beaches on the North Shore. Iona’s Beach has a distinctive pink hue of rhyolite and felsite bedrock stone which make a “tinkling” sound as the stones are moved by the waves. It's completely magical.
✱ Read a series #2 OR read #2 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 in the total page count.
Going Rogue by Janet Evanovich.....June 7, 2023 324 pages....2

5. Drive 5 Miles from from Iona's Beach to Split Rock Lighthouse State Park
After six ships were wrecked in the area, a lighthouse was built atop this 100 foot cliff. Completed in 1910 the octagonal structure has become one of the most photographed lighthouses in the US. From the top of the lighthouse, the sparkling waves of the lake are nothing short of breathtaking. This historic site is surrounded by a 2,000 acre park with a beautiful lakeshore picnic area.
✱ Read a series #5 OR read #5 from your TBR OR read a book with 5 in the total page count.
The Program by Suzanne Young....June 19, 2023 405 pages....5

6. Drive 10 Miles from Split Rock Lighthouse State Park to Black Beach
Next we check out secluded Black Beach in Silver Bay. Over 25 years ago the taconite mining in the area dumped unusable taconite into the lake which colored the beach with the distinctive black color of the ore. Brilliant rust color cliffs line the landscape, and visitors can clip to the top of the cliffs for a view up and down the shore.
✱ Read a series #1 or #10 OR read #10 from your TBR OR read a book with 1 AND 0 in the total page count.
Less by Andrew Sean Greer...June 22, 2023 #1 in Series

7. Drive 2 Miles from Black Beach to Palisade Head
Palisade Head is a go to spot for artists, rock climbers and sight-seers. Formed a billion years ago by lava flow that pushed the rock outward into the lake, the massive rock formation rises 932 feet above the shore. The view from the top is spectacular. And if you visit during the summer months you will find amazing fields of wild blueberries to pick for a great afternoon snack.
✱ Read a series #2 OR read #2 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 in the total page count.
Tamarack County by William Kent Krueger.....June 11, 2023 320 pages

8. Drive 3 Miles from Palisade Head to Tettegouche State Park
Tettegouche State Park is often overlooked but its 9,000 acres encompass four lakes, undisturbed groves of northern hardwoods and the Baptism River whose 70 foot falls are among the highest in the state. Tettegouche Camp, on Mic Mac Lake, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and features four hike-to cabins for a great “get away from it all” vacation.
✱ Read a series #3 OR read #3 from your TBR OR read a book with 3 in the total page count.
The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley....June 9, 2023 368 pages...3

9. Drive 20 Miles from Tettegouche State Park to Temperance River State Park
The 5,000+ acre state park is a little slice of heaven, featuring the only lakeside campsites in the area, spectacular waterfalls, and a forest filled with birch, pine and cedar. The Temperance River is one of the most geologically interesting spots along the North Shore. The ancient waterway, shows the visible evidence of water shaping the rocks and gorge over millions of years. A short walk takes you to a footbridge that provides a beautiful view of the river.
✱ Read a series #2 or #20 OR read #20 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 AND 0 in the total page count.
Murder in Chinatown by Victoria Thompson....June 14, 2023 320 pages....2,0

10. Drive 11 Miles from Temperance River State Park to Lutsen
Lutsen is home to the Midwest’s largest and tallest ski area that offers alpine skiers and snowboarders 92 sweeping runs over four mountains. Visiting off-season, you can hike, bike, and ride the 2-mile gondola Sky Ride which gives you views that stretch for hundreds of miles.
✱ Read a series #1 or #11 OR read #11 from your TBR OR read a book with 1 in the total page count.
The September Sisters by Jillian Cantor.....June 28, 2023 361 pages

11. Drive 9 Miles from Lutsen to Cascade River State Park
The epic waterfalls at this park make it one of the most visited parks in the state! The well-named Cascade River stair-steps to Lake Superior through five separate waterfalls, whose constant spray spikes sunbeams into rainbows. This moist environment sustains an abundance of delicate mosses, pale orchids and white cedars that shade the slippery rocks. Hiking through the park you feel like you’ve landed in a jungle.
✱ Read a series #9 OR read #9 from your TBR OR read a book with 9 in the total page count.
Heaven's Keep by William Kent Krueger.....July 3, 2023 Series #9

12. Drive 8 Miles from Cascade River State Park to Grand Marais
Once a harbor teaming with French Canadian fur traders, Grand Marais is now alive with fishing charter boats and sailboats. The trading post heritage lingers in the many B&B’s, art galleries, tourist shops and outdoor supply stores that cater to travelers heading north on the Gunflint Trail that heads into Waters Canoe Wilderness Area. On your way through town, be sure to stop at the famous 50 year old donut shop: World's Best Donuts.
✱ Read a series #8 OR read #8 from your TBR OR read a book with 8 in the total page count.
Free Fire by C.J. Box.....June 25, 2023 380 pages

13. Drive 14 Miles from Grand Marais to Judge C. R. Magney State Park
Named for the visionary Judge Magney, who helped establish 11 North Shore state parks, this park is home to one of Minnesota's mysterious natural wonders. The famous Devil's Kettle has been eluding experts for years wondering where the water goes once it plunges 70 feet into the gorge or “kettle” below. Take the 2.25 mile round trip and see if you can figure it out.
✱ Read a series #1 or #4 OR read #14 from your TBR OR read a book with 1 AND 4 in the total page count.
Then You Saw Me by Carrie Aarons....June 30, 2023 #1 in series

14. Drive 21 Miles from Judge C. R. Magney State Park to Grand Portage
Our final destination has two impressive attractions. Take the short trail in Grand Portage State Park to see the spectacular 120 foot tall Pigeon Falls. Then head to the Grand Portage National Monument, where they have recreated a historic fur-trading headquarters. It offers a glimpse into the fur trade era and history of the native people. This brings us to the border of Minnesota and Ontario which is the end of the magnificent Highway 61.
✱ Read a series #2 or #1 OR read #21 from your TBR OR read a book with 2 AND 1 in the total page count
Laurel's Dream by Pepper D. Basham....July 5, 2023 #1 in series

SOLOMON ISLANDS CAPITAL: HONIARA, 7/1 – 7/31
6/6 COMPLETE
Done....Aug. 26, 2023

1. DIVER'S PARADISE
✱ Read a book with an ocean creature or plant on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with a page count between 111 - 200 pages (share total page count) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in DIVER'S PARADISE.
The Ranger by Ace Atkins.....Aug. 24, 2023 Author's initials...A,A

2. VILU WAR MUSEUM
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in VILU (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book where a war is important to the plot (briefly share how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in VILU WAR MUSEUM.
Laurel's Dream by Pepper D. Basham....July 5, 2023 Title starts with L

3. WAR MEMORIALS
✱ Read a book where a battle takes place (real or figuratively; briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book originally published in August of any year (share publication date) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in WAR MEMORIALS
Woof at the Door by Laura Morrigan.....Aug. 6, 2023 Author's initials....are L,M

4. THE CENTRAL MARKET
✱ Read a book with food on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book that gave you a feel for a local culture (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in THE CENTRAL MARKET
Click by David Almond....July 29,2023 The middle 8 chapters are set in different places around the world and give the feel for local culture

5. BUILDINGS OF NOTE
✱ Read a series book #2 OR
✱ Read a book where a large amount of money was given to someone as a gift (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in BUILDINGS OF NOTE.
Ill Wind by Nevada Barr....Aug. 8, 2023 Author initials...N, B

6. TENARU FALLS
✱ Read a book where the MC takes a hike or experiences nature in some way (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book with the word WATERFALL found in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in TENARU FALLS
Nowhere to Run by C.J. Box.....July 23, 2023 Joe took a horse trip into the mountains....to check on things and he experienced nature also

Honiara Spell Out
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
5/5......DONE....Sept. 6, 2023

Coral
C. C.J. Box..... Nowhere to Run ....July 23, 2023
O. Own the Wind by Kristen Ashley.....Sept 5, 2023
R. Robb, J.D..... book:Creation in Death|452094] by J.D. Robb....July 27, 2023
A. Almond, David..... Click by David Almond....July 29,2023
L. Laurel's Dream by Pepper D. Basham....July 5, 2023

Togo's Capital: Lomé
August 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
6/6....Done....Aug/26, 2023

1. Monuments
✱ Read a book with a statue on the the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where freedom or peace is important to the plot (your interpretation; tell us how) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in MONUMENTS.
Tuesdays at the Castle by Jessica Day George....Aug. 14, 2023 An evil neighbor is trying to take over the castle....and the children are trying to save their home and country

2. Palais de Lomé
✱ Read a book series book #7 or #11 OR
✱ Read a book with the word FORBIDDEN found in its text (share text) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in PALAIS DE LOME.
Woof at the Door by Laura Morrigan.....Aug. 6, 2023 Author's initials....are L,M

3. Cathedral & Grand Marche
✱ Read a book with a red/red and white cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book where the MC visits a church or market (briefly share details) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in CATHEDRAL AND GRAND MARCHE.
Verity by Colleen Hoover....August 1, 2023 Author's initials....C, H

4. Notable Museums
✱ Read a book tagged CULTURAL on its GR Homepage OR
✱ Read a book that has been translated from its original language OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in NOTABLE MUSEUMS.
Ill Wind by Nevada Barr....Aug. 8, 2023 Author initials....N, B

5. Akodessewa Fetish Market
✱ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in VODOUN (ignore A, An or The) OR
✱ Read a book with a character that practices a non-traditional religion (tell us which) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in FETISH MARKET.
Edge of Collapse by Kyla Stone ....Aug. 21, 2023 Author's initials...K, S

6. Fufu Bar
✱ Read a book with a vegetable on the cover (post cover) OR
✱ Read a book with an MC that has double letters in their first name (they do not need to be together (share name) OR
✱ Read a book whose author’s first & last initial is found in FUFU BAR.
The Ranger by Ace Atkins.....Aug. 24, 2023 MC is Quinn....double n's