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International Table Games
3 Months from Start

November is International Games Month - a program that libraries across the globe participate in. They invite patrons to come to the library to play table games, which serve as a fantastic way to connect with others, enjoy healthy competition, and challenge ourselves mentally and physically.

Indoor games such as Monopoly are beloved pastimes in the US, but let's check out some fun games with origins from around the world that you might not be familiar with.

Complete 12 tasks - one for each game below.

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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. Please post cover if it is task appropriate. When you have completed the challenge, please copy and paste your entire challenge and re-post in a new message, letting us know it is completed.

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1. Mahjong (China)

Mahjong (also spelled mah-jongg) might be the most familiar game in this challenge due to the many variations of it found in phone games today. But the original table game actually started in the mid-19th century in southern China as a gambling game. It is a game for four players that involves matching a series of engraved tiles about the size and shape of traditional dominoes. The objective is to obtain a specific set of 14 tiles by strategically choosing and discarding tiles. This version is still very popular in China today and Chinese immigrants across the world continue to play mahjong as a means to remain connected to their heritage. In the late 1930's, American Jewish women also embraced the game, and were instrumental in establishing the National Mah Jongg League in New York City.

♜ 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).

2. Lotería (Mexico)

Though it has its origins in Italy, lotería (Spanish for lottery) has become synonymous with Mexico since it was brought to the Americas in the 18th century. The game is played similarly to bingo. Each player is given a tabla (board) with a grid of pictures that correspond to a deck of 54 cards. As each card is drawn and its name announced, the players mark off any matching sections of their grid. Once a player’s tabla has been filled out, they announce their victory by shouting “¡Loteria!” or “¡Buena!”. You can purchase different sets of Loteria cards throughout Mexico, but the most recognized one is the "Don Clemente Gallo" version, introduced in Mexico in 1887 by French businessman Don Clemente Jacques. This version has continued to be produced for over three generations.

♜ 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).

3. Ludo (India)

The very widespread and yet simple game of Ludo has its roots in India and is actually a less complicated version of their game of Pachisi. Both games appear in ancient cave paintings and extensively in Indian mythology. In its ancient form, the game included a “board” made of wool or cloth, and small metal or wood pieces with dots, instead of the cubical dice. Ludo was brought to Britain in the 19th century from colonial India, where it was patented in 1895. Today it is played in many countries around the world, though often under different names, some that are based on the emotions one feels while playing. Germans have labeled it as mensch ärgere dich nicht, which means "man, don’t get upset"; in Greece it is called γκρινιάρης which means "grumbler"; and the US version is simply named Sorry! Today there is even an online version of Ludo, which became extremely popular in India during the Covid lockdown phase.

♜ 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.

4. Five Hundred (Australia)

The national card came of Australia is a trick-taking card game that involves bidding and scoring. It is similar to euchre, hearts, spades, and bridge. It gained its name because the first players to reach 500 points are the winners. Typically, four players play in pairs across a table with each having their own 43-card deck where the red 2 and 3 cards and the black 2, 3, and 4 cards have been removed from the traditional 52 card deck. One joker card is used and in the Australian decks you will find the joker depicted by a kookaburra. The game is equally popular in New Zealand, but it is interesting that the game was, in fact, invented in the USA by the US Playing Card Company, who copyrighted the rules in 1904. It continues to be popular in the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania, where it has been taught through six generations community-wide.

♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US (tell us where) OR read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).

5. Crokinole (Canada)

The traditional Canadian game of Crokinol is all about dexterity. The name is derived from the French Canadian word Croquignole, meaning fillip, snap, biscuit or bun. The players flick discs with their fingers across a circular wooden board, trying to land their disks in the scoring regions on the board, with the highest scoring area being the recessed hole in the very center. If there is an opponent's disk on the board, you must aim and hit their piece first. It is usually played by two or with two partners. There are many variations, but it is the rules determined by the National Crokinole Association that govern the World Crokinole Championship, which has been held annually since 1999 on the first Saturday of June in Tavistock, Ontario. Sounds like Canada takes this game pretty seriously!

♜ 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).

6. XiangQi (China)

Aanother game from China must be included as it is one of the most played board games in the world. Commonly referred to in English as "Chinese Chess", XiangQi (pronounced shiang-chee) translates loosely as "elephant game". It is first mentioned in the Songs of Chu, an ancient anthology of Chinese poetry from 4th Century BCE. Based closely on ancient Chinese military strategy, the game is played with 32 pieces (16 per player) on a board that is 9 lines wide and 10 lines long. Like chess, each piece has its own rules and type of movement attached to it. The area of play is divided into two territories by a river in the middle of game board. In each territory there is a palace, in which the General is located. The object is to capture the opponents' General. The game is still very popular throughout Asia, and outside of the continent you will find men playing XiangQi in Chinatown neighborhoods across the world.

♜ 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.

Challenge Continued

7. Go (Japan)

Lots of ancient legends surround the birth of this game, including it being a favorite of Buddist monks and court astrologers using it for fortune telling. But during the 17th century, the ruling Tokugawa Shogunate of Japan loved the game so much he established four schools dedicated to the study of I-go. After the ruler's collapse, the game lost popularity, but in the early 20th century, Go was back in full swing, and gained a significant following in Japan, even moving into the Western world. By all appearances, the game is two players taking turns laying stones on a 19×19 (or smaller) grid of intersections. But once its basic rules are understood, Go shows its staggering depth and has been called one of the most elegant brain-burning abstract games in history, with players trying to claim territory by walling off sections of the board and surrounding each other's stones. When the board is full, whoever controls the most territory wins. The concept has gone on to contribute to other abstract strategy games, such as Connect6, Go-Moku, and Pente. And I must add this comment: I just love the expression of concentration in the picture above!

♜ 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).

8. Catan (Germany)

As compared to the others, Catan is a fairly young game that was invented in Germany by Klaus Teuber in 1995 under the name of Settlers of Catan. In a very short span of time, the game became an instant hit, winning numerous awards, and has become the first Eurogame to achieve mass popularity outside of Europe, actually precipitating a shift in game tastes in the US. It is a strategy game where all players become settlers and try to build and develop their own estate and holdings. As they grow their holdings and settlements they win important points and can eventually trade their assets with other players. Similar to the Dungeons and Dragons phenomena, Catan had gained dedicated players that take advantage of all the accessories and expansion packs that can be purchased to make the game more elaborate.

♜ 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).

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)

Afrikan Tähti is a Finnish board game that can be found in almost every home in Finland. Designed in 1949 by 19-year-old Kari Mannerla, it was published two years later in 1951, and since then has sold over 3.5 million copies. In 2014, an expanded version: Afrikan tähti: Retkikunnat, was published by the rights owner. The main objective of the game is to find the legendary giant diamond, the Star of Africa, and return it to Cairo or Tangier. Players begin exploring Africa, encountering tokens with different outcomes that slow their progress. When someone finds the Star, a race begins. The player with the diamond tries to deliver it back to Cairo or Tangier, while other players hunt for a horseshoe - a token once discarded for having no value before, but now, a key to victory. The winner is the player who reaches Cairo or Tangier first, carrying either the diamond or a horseshoe.

♜ 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.

10. Oware (Ghana)

Oware is the National Game of Ghana and a favorite game from the ancient Mancala family of pit and pebble games. The word "oware" means "He She Marries" and the legend behind the name is that of a wedding between a man and woman and the all important dowry, represented by pits and seeds. It is a game with two participants playing on a board with two rows of six holes. Players take turns “sowing” seeds by picking up tokens in a given pit and depositing them, one-by-one, in sequence around the board with the goal of capturing all your opponents' seeds. Fast gameplay is encouraged, as taking one’s time is considered anathema to the spirit of the game. The game is played at social events but you can also see it commonly played on the streets of Ghana where heckling, banging the fist and mocking are all allowed. The game is also used in education among the Asanti children for the development of math skills.

♜ 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).

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)

Most of us know what dominoes are or have maybe even played the game. But it's a whole different ballgame when you play in the Caribbean. Walk past any bar, café, or park, and you’ll likely witness teams of avid domino players shouting, jumping up and down, and slamming down the rigid rectangles. It may sound like a brawl is about to erupt, but in most cases, it’s just a friendly game of partner dominoes. Locals typically refer to the domino pieces as “bones” and often enjoy a cold beer or cocktail while they play. There are several variations depending on which island you are on, but they are all played in partners, usually two teams of two players. Partners can’t see each other’s hands, but those who play together frequently often become masters at figuring which domino their partner will play, so they can play accordingly. Domino tournaments are very common in the Caribbean, with teams traveling between islands to compete.

♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.

12. Estanciero (Argentina)

This Argentinian board game is a spiritual cousin of Monopoly, but instead of becoming a real estate mogul, you work to become the richest cow herding rancher in the country. The name Estanciero is the Spanish word for rancher and players compete to grow their ranches, collect as many provinces as possible, working to ultimately bankrupt the other ranchers. But unlike Monopoly, Estanciero offers respite from the capitalistic appetites of your fellow players, with the innovation of a rest space that allows the player to hide and avoid getting hit with fees from other players. This is a popular game in Argentina and the 75th anniversary edition of the game is a highly sought after purchase.

♜ 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)

Participants

Agnieszka
Allie
Amy
Barb ~ Completed
Bev (baglady) ~ Completed
Book Concierge ~ Completed
Catsalive ~ Completed
Ed ~ Completed
Frankie ~ Completed
Jan ~ Coimpleted
Jonquil ~ Completed
Judy ~ Completed
JoAnne ~ Completed
Karen ♐ ~ Completed
Meg ~ Completed
Melike ~ Completed
Olivermagnus ~ Completed
Patrizia ~ Completed
Ruth ~ Completed
Sarah ~ Completed
Shelly
Tari ~ Completed
Trish ~ Completed

My Spot

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (416).
Lovelight Farms | B.K. Borison 1/2/23***


2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The): Lilac Mist Murder | Mary Maxwell 11/8/22**


3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book set in India (Goa): Strings of Glass | Emily Kimelman 11/16/22**


4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US (California). Dark Highway | Lisa Gray 11/14/23***


5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (magnifying glass). Jeopardy in January | Camilla Chafer 1/5/23***


6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q. The Ten Thousand Doors of January | Alix E. Harrow 1/7/23****


7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (trying to keep the five main characters straight was a challenge, especially while listening to the audiobook). Five French Hens | Judy Leigh 12/2/22**


8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (England): Henry the Queen's Corgi | Georgie Crawley 11/24/22***


9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA: Sleigh Bells Ring | RaeAnne Thayne 11/30/22***


10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school (the MC - Cady - is a child who attends school): Summer of a Thousand Pies | Margaret Dilloway 11/9/22****


11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book a series book #2. Bad Memory | LisaGray 12/18/22***


12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum): Apple Cider Slaying | Julie Anne Lindsey 11/20/22****

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 2023

12/12

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).
184 pages- Aria di neve (=Snow Air) by Serena Venditto 27 November; 4☆


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).
Lord of the Pies by Nell Hampton 8 November; 4☆


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.
1898- Murder at Ochre Court by Alyssa Maxwell 30 November; 5☆


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).
US + 640 pages- Say You're Sorry by Karen Rose 16 November; 5☆


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).
wheels and ball- Silent Witness by Lara Lacombe 2 November; 4☆


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.
Slashing Through the Snow by Jacqueline Frost 2 December; 4☆


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).
I didn't understand who the killer was: practically all the characters had a motive- Dead Ball by M.K. Coker 23 December; 5☆


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).
England- The Course of All Treasons by Suzanne M. Wolfe 25 November; 4☆


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.
Detection Detail by Terri Reed 19 November; 4☆


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).
Austin- Lineage Most Lethal by Celeste Connally / S.C. Perkins 12 December; 4 1/2☆


11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
Bodie Island (North Carolina)- A Death Long Overdue by Eva Gates 18 November; 4☆


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)
Ink and Shadows by Ellery Adams 12 November; 5☆

When we lived in Guam in the 70s, Mahjong was THE game to play!

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Read: 12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count.
174 pages Breaking Up with Barrett Katy Regnery 11/3/22

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA.
Love of the Witch Deanna Chase 11/12/22

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century.
A Grand Season to Remember Abigail Agar 1/18/23

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in the US.
Vermont Christmas at Cozy Holly Inn Meredith Summers 12/29/22

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book set in Canada.
A Deadly Memory Gwen Taylor 11/5/22

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose last name includes an X.
Stay With Me J.H. Croix 11/21/22

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain.
Long Shadows David Baldacci 1/5/23 Trying to figure how who was the murderer!

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order).
A Match Made for Thanksgiving Jackie Lau 11/6/22

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
Getting Lei'd Ann Omasta 11/4/22

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA.
Georgia After the Rain Karen White 11/10/22

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2.
Heart of the Witch Deanna Chase 11/8/22 (Witches of Keating Hollow #2)

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum).
Autumn Secrets Katie Winters 11/23/22

Welcome Patrizia & JoAnne!

JoAnne wrote: "When we lived in Guam in the 70s, Mahjong was THE game to play!."

Did you play it JoAnne? I've played a little but I was intimidated by the skillfulness of the other players. I need a Mahjong for Dummies group!!

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count). - 142 pgs - RECKLESS - Part 1 Alice Ward - 11/27/22

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The). - Love at First Flight Marie Force - 11/28/22

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century. - Seduce Me at Sunrise Lisa Kleypas - 11/6/22

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in the US (tell us where) - CA - Please Me J. Kenner - 11/8/22

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book written by a Canadian author (include link to author page) - Full Circle Mona Ingram - 12/5/22

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q. - The Boss: Book One Cari Quinn - 2/5/23

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why). - I learned a lot about someone with autism - The Kiss Quotient Helen Hoang - 12/20/22

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order). - The Brands Who Came For Christmas Maggie Shayne - 1/22/23

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA. - Daddy's Sweet Ride Olivia Fox - 11/1/22

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school (briefly share details). - MC's son is in school and the other MC is a teacher in the same school - Inevitable Angela Graham - 11/3/22

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2. - Irreplaceable Angela Graham - 11/13/22

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum) - Eye of the Needle Ken Follett - 11/10/22

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 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).
Stephen King 11/23/2022 1074 pages

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).
Barbra Lynn Reifel 11/01/2022

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.
Karen Abbott 01/06/2023

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).
Janet Dailey 11/02/2022 Location - US - Texas

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).
Fern Michaels 12/07/2022

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.
Colin Quinn 04/05/2023

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).
Lynn Vincent 07/17/2024

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).
Ariel Lawhon 11/01/2022 Location - Germany

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.
Thomas French 11/17/2022

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).
Julianne MacLean 12/14/2022

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
Melissa de la Cruz 01/04/2023 Series book #2

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)
K.L. Slater 03/15/2023

Thanks for joining Karen & Bev!!

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

12 of 12 Complete

🏅 1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count).
Big Lies in a Small Town - Diane Chamberlain - 11/18/22 - 411 pages

🏅 2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book set in Mexico
Operation Turtle Ransom - Kimberli A. Bindschatel - 11/11/22

🏅 3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that features an MC of Indian descent.
Peril at the Exposition - Nev March - 11/24/22 - MC s are both from India

🏅 4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).
Flight Behavior - Barbara Kingsolver - 11/5/22 - 610 pages

🏅 5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover).
The Ranger - Ace Atkins - 12/14/22 - Bullet Hole


🏅 6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia.
Foul Lady Fortune - Chloe Gong - 11/8/22 - set in Shanghai

🏅 7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).
The Killer Angels - Michael Shaara - 12/15/22 - complex history about the Battle of Gettysburg which detailed battles and war strategy.

🏅 8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where)
Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen - 11/1/22 - set in England

🏅 9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
Simantov - Asaf Ashery - 11/10/22 - AA

🏅 10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Into the Blue - Robert Goddard - 11/16/22 - set in Greece

🏅 11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2.
Hard and Fast - Erin McCarthy - 11/12/22 - #2 Fast Track

🏅 12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Shakespeare's Trollop - Charlaine Harris - 11/9/22 - ST

Finished!

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

Progress: 12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count).
The Suspect in the Smoke by Carolyn Keene 11/10/22 (154 pages)

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The).
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston 11/3/22

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century.
Booth by Karen Joy Fowler 11/22/22

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).
Billy Summers by Stephen King 11/3/22 (515 pages)

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover).
What We Saw: A Thriller by Mary Downing Hahn 11/10/22 (bicycle wheel)


6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q.
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley 12/4/22

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).
Empire of Exiles by Erin M. Evans 12/19/22 (twisty mystery with lots of suspects to keep track of)

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where)
Parachute Infantry: An American Paratrooper's Memoir of D-Day and the Fall of the Third Reich by David Kenyon Webster 11/2/2022 (set in England, France, Germany, and Switzerland)

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
The Minnesota Road Guide to Haunted Locations by Chad Lewis and Terry Fisk 1/26/23

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school (briefly share details).
Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore 11/7/22 (one of the POV characters is in school)

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2.
The Deadliest Hurricanes Then and Now by Deborah Hopkinson 11/12/22

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan 11/17/22

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count - 416
The Magic of Christmas by Trisha Ashley 17/11 3★

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA
All About Us by Tom Ellen 1/11 4.5★

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century
A Touch of Magic by Nadine Miller 7/11 3.5★

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia
The Dressmakers of Yarrandarrah Prison by Meredith Jaffe 5/11 4.5★

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover - drums
Dragondrums by Anne McCaffrey 5/11 4★

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sri Lanka by DK Eyewitness Travel 10/11 4★

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain - the brutality of this book was extremely challenging, not my thing at all, but it was so well-written I was compelled to read it, the dichotomy was a real test for my brain
Conviction by Frank Chalmers 9/11 5★

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe - England
Tom Brown's School Days by Thomas Hughes 9/11 3★

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
Keeping Up Appearances by Tricia Stringer 3/11 3.5★

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school - Menolly teaches the younger children the Songs
Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey 2/11 4★

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2 - Dragonriders of Pern #2
Dragonquest by Anne McCaffrey 4/11 3.5★

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO
Night School by Lee Child 8/11 3.5★

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 2023

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count ===>148p
Something's Rotten in Paradise, Aysia Amery 11/06

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a bookwith a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The).
Three Shots to the Wind, Sherry Harris 11/10

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century ===> 1809
The Heiress of Linn Hagh, Karen Charlton 11/08

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US===> U.S.
Murder Under a Blue Moon, Abigail Keam 11/13

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book set in Canada (also written by a Canadian author)
A Better Man, Louise Penny 11/27

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q.
Death in D Minor, Alexia Gordon 12/06

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan
The Nakano Thrift Shop Hiromi Kawakami 01/06

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe ===> France
Sisters Behaving Badly, Maddie Please 11/16

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book set in Finland or Africa ===>Africa
The Good Husband of Zebra Drive, Alexander McCall Smith 11/25

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA ===> Georgia
Burden of Poof, Julie Anne Lindsey 11/11

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island ===> New Zealand
Squirrel & Swan: Precious Things,M.D. Archer 11/19

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Now and Then, Kathi Daley 11/07

I love a boardgame, so I'll give this one a go!

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 2023

12/12 read

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).

An Enemy of the People, Henrik Ibsen - 09/01/23
(164pg)

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).

Mexican Gothic, Silvia Moreno-Garcia - 04/12/22

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.

A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens - 16/12/22
Set in the 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).

Plotting for Murder, Tamra Baumann - 21/11/22
Set in a small town about 45 minutes outside San Francisco, CA, US

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).

The Testaments, Margaret Atwood - 02/11/22
Margaret Atwood was born in Ottawa, Ontario

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.

Aunt Bessie Assumes, Diana {X}arissa - 14/11/22

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).

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running, Haruki Murakami - 21/11/22
The author was born in Kyoto, Japan

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).

Operation Mincemeat, Ben Macintyre - 11/01/23
Both set in Europe, and operATioN minCemeAt

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 Thirteen Problems, Agatha Christie - 09/11/22
AfriCa

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 Glass Universe: How the Ladies of the Harvard Observatory Took the Measure of the Stars, Dava Sobel - 12/12/22
The majority of the book is set in and around Harvard (gHana).

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.

The Summer Book, Tove Jansson - 18/11/22
Set on an island in the Gulf of Finland

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)

Equal Rites, Terry Pratchett - 09/11/22
estanciERo

Glad you are joining us, Lynda, Sarah, Kylie, Meg & Trish!

Finished
X 1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book set in China or one that features an MC of Chinese descent (tell us who) The School for Good Mothers Jessamine Chan Frida Liu

X 2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The). The Librarian Spy Madeline Martin11/17

X 3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century. Callander Square Anne Perry 11/16

X 4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia Death in Daylesford Kerry Greenwood 12/4

X 5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover). A World of Curiosities Louise Penny 12/2

X6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia or in a Chinatown neighborhood outside of Asia The Tea Planter's Wife Dinah Jefferies 1/15 Ceylon/Sri lanka

X 7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan Convenience Store Woman Sayaka Murata 1/8

X 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). London and Nice Above the Bay of AngelsRhys Bowen 12/21

X 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 Thing Around Your Neck Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 12/11

X 10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Julie and the Wolves: Reproducible Teaching Unit
Jean Craighead George Alaska 11/2

X 11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) The Pink Pony: Murder on Mackinac Island Macinac Island MIchigan11/27

X 12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum) The Other Einstein Marie Benedict 11/22

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

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).
140-Sugared Demise Kathleen Suzette 11/14/22

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).
A Book Club to Die For Dorothy St. James 11/1/22

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.
MC is Tempest Raj-A Midnight Puzzle Gigi Pandian 3/15/24

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).
Australia-Blondes, Bikinis and Betrayal Emerald Finn 11/5/22

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).
Joyce St. Anthony 11/4/22

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.
Drexler-The Sign of the Calico Quartz Jan Drexler 12/21/22

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). Foreword Fraud S.E.Babin 11/15/22 (view spoiler)[I was sure I knew whodunit, but my suspect got killed. Had to rethink. (hide spoiler)]

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).
Campfires, Courage & Convicts Tonya Kappes 11/2/22

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.
CA-Dead Men Don't Decorate Cordy Abbott 11/8/22

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).
Village of Hollyweth, a fictional Christmas town-Deck the Santa Sue Hollowell 11/3/22

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
#2 Murder All the Way-Twitch Upon a Star Sue Hollowell 11/6/22

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)
OAC-Overboard at Christmas Wendy Neugent 1/3/23

International Table Games

1.) Read a book set in China or the MC is of Chinese descent -

2.) Read a book with a title starting with a letter in TABLA -

3.) Read a book that takes place in the 19th century -

4.) Read a book set in Australia -

5.) Read a book with a circular object on the cover -

6.) Read a book set in Asia -

7.) Read a book set in Japan or with a MC of Japanese descent -

8.) Read a book set in Europe -

9.) Read a book by an author with first and last initials in STAR OF AFRICA -

10.) Read a book that features children in school -

11.) Read a book set on an island - (Jersey)

12.) Read a book where the every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO -

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

12/12 DONE

1 Mahjong (China)
♜ 1 AND 4 in its total page count - 416 pp Murder in Jerusalem Batya Gur 12/15
2 Lotería (Mexico)
♜set in Mexico, Margaritas, and Murder Wendy Day 11/1
3 Ludo (India)
♜ takes place in the 19th century 1886 Enola Holmes and the Elegant Escapade Nancy Springer 11/1
4 Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ set in Australia -- in the Australian Outback Chain of Evidence Garry Disher 12/6
5 Crokinole (Canada)
♜circular object on cover donut Jessica Beck 11/27

6 XiangQi (China)
♜ last name includes Q Six Feet Deep Dish Mindy Quigley 11/14
7 Go (Japan)
♜ set in JapanMalice Keigo Higashino 11/13
8 Catan (Germany)
♜ title contains CATAN Radar Deception Mandy M. Roth 11/19
9 Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ set in Finland Nights of Awe Harri Nykänen 11/14
10 Oware (Ghana)
♜ features children or teens in school-- at the Grigori Rasputin school The Serpent in Heaven Charlaine Harris 12/18
11 Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜on an island -- Hawaii Aloha Alibi Jasmine Webb 11/30
12 Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ 1st letter of every word in the title in ESTANCIERO Inside the Echo (The Flint K-9 Search and Rescue Mysteries) Jen Blood 12/7

Welcome Judy, Tari, Allie & Jonquil :)

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

0 of 12 Complete

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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.

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)

INTERNATIONAL TABLE GAMES, 11/1/22 – 1/31/23
12/12 COMPLETE

1. MAHJONG (CHINA)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count)
413 pages : The Bullet That Missed (Thursday Murder Club #3), by Richard Osman, finished 11/9/22 ★★★★

2. LOTERIA (MEXICO)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The)
Brewed Awakening (Coffeehouse #18), by Cleo Coyle, finished 11/6/22 ★★★.5

3. LUDO (INDIA)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century
set in Victorian England : The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels (Dangerous Damsels #1), by India Holton, finished 11/15/22 ★★★.5

4. FIVE HUNDRED (AUSTRALIA)
♜ Read a book set in the US (tell us where)
Missouri : Diners, Dives and Dead Ends (Rose Strickland #1), by Terri L. Austin, finished 11/3/22 ★★★.5

5. CROKINOL (CANADA)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover)
berries : BlackBuried Pie (Black Cat Café #3), by Lyndsey Cole, finished 11/2/22 ★★★.5


6. XIANGQI (CHINA)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q
author C.J. Box – Trophy Hunt (Joe Pickett #4), finished 12/25/22 ★★★★

7. GO (JAPAN)
♜ Read a book set in Japan
If Cats Disappeared From the World, by Genki Kawamura, finished 11/9/22 ★★★★

8. CATAN (GERMANY)
♜ Read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order)
The Travelling Cat Chronicles, by Hiro Arikawa, finished 11/11/22 ★★★.5

9. AFRIKAN TÄHTI (FINLAND)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA
author Ann Cleeves – Raven Black (Shetland Island #1), finished 11/8/22 ★★★.5

10. OWARE (GHANA)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Alabama : The Darling Dahlias and the Confederate Rose (Darling Dahlias #3), by Susan Wittig Albert, finished 11/12/22 ★★★.5

11. PARTNER DOMINOES (THE CARIBBEAN)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where)
Maui : Somewhere on Maui (Michaels Family/Somewhere), by Toby Neal, finished 11/10/22 ★★★.5

12. ESTANCIERO (ARGENTINA)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Empire of Ice and Stone: The Disastrous and Heroic Voyage of the Karluk, by Buddy Levy, finished 11/16/22 ★★★.5




***** CHALLENGE COMPLETE 12/25/22 *****

Glad you're joining us Ruth & Barb!

I wasn't aware Catan's a German original. I love this game so much - as some other of his games.

International Table Games
Duration: 11/1/22 - 1/31/23
Completed: 0/12
100+ pages, re-reads are ok, re-post when finished


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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.

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

0/12

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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

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).

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.

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).

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.

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)

Glad you're joining us Agnieszka & Shelly!

Agnieszka wrote: "I wasn't aware Catan's a German original. I love this game so much - as some other of his games."

It's so cool you are familiar with this game and have played it Agnieszka!!

International Table Games
Begins: 01Nov22 / Ends: 31Jan23


12 / 12 completed


1. Mahjong (China) ♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count - 431 p - The Hindi-Bindi Club ✔ – 03Dec22

2. Lotería (Mexico) ♜ Read a book set in Mexico - Gods of Jade and Shadow ✔ – 29Nov22

3. Ludo (India) ♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century - 1880 - The Last Midwife ✔ – 04Nov22

4. Five Hundred (Australia) ♜ Read a book set in Australia - I Am the Messenger ✔ – 10Nov22

5. Crokinole (Canada) ♜ Circular object on cover ✔ – 22Nov22

6. XiangQi (China) ♜ Read a book set in Asia AND read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q - Qiu Xiaolong / A Loyal Character Dancer ✔ – 24Jan23

7. Go (Japan) ♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain - new worlds and many characters with unfamiliar names; complicated plot twists - Bad Unicorn ✔ – 19Dec22

8. Catan (Germany) ♜ Read a book set in Europe - FRANCE - The Paris Hours ✔ – 08Nov22

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland) ♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA - R C - Robyn Carr / My Kind of Christmas ✔ – 29Dec22

10. Oware (Ghana) ♜ Read a book that features teens in school - lead characters play hockey on school team - Firekeeper's Daughter ✔ – 05Dec22

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean) ♜ Read a series book #2 - Marrying Winterborne ✔ – 21Dec22

12. Estanciero (Argentina) ♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum) - I S - Icy Sparks ✔ – 10Dec22

Agnieszka wrote: "I wasn't aware Catan's a German original. I love this game so much"

Daughter and her BF like it a lot too :)

*****COMPLETED 6/16/23*****

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

✔ 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).-214p.- You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming-1/5/23

✔ 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).- The Long Valley by John Steinbeck-1/28/23

✔ 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.- poems about America in the mid to late 1800s- Leaves of Grass by Walt Whitman-6/16/23-TBR#2437


✔4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US (tell us where) -New Yok City- Dash & Lily's Book of Dares by Rachel Cohn-11/11/22
OR read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).

✔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).- a circular biscuit- A Pocketful of Rye by Agatha Christie-11/28/22-

✔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.- Hotel Honolulu by Paul Theroux-12/10/22

✔7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan - The Honjin Murders by Seishi Yokomizo-11/15/22
or one that features an MC of Japanese descent OR read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).

✔8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where) France- Under Fire by Henri Barbusse- 11/23/22
OR read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order).

✔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.- This Way Out by Tufayel Ahmed 11/7/22 -

✔10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA - Hawaii- Death of a Messenger by Robert McCaw-12/23/22-
OR read a book that features children or teens in school (briefly share details).

✔11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.- series#2- An Elderly Lady Must Not Be Crossed by Helene Tursten-

✔12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book that is set in South America (tell us where) -Argentina- Who Is Vera Kelly?- by Rosalie Knecht-1/2/23-
OR read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)

Have fun BC & Ed!!

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12 - complete December 13

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count).

My Favorite Thing Is Monsters, Vol. 1 by Emil Ferris - 416 pgs - 11/6/22

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The).

Agency by William Gibson - 11/7/22

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century.

I Shall Be Near to You by Erin Lindsay McCabe - set during US Civil War - 11/20/22

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US (tell us where).

The Sentence by Louise Erdrich (MN) - 11/23/22

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover).

How High We Go in the Dark by Sequoia Nagamatsu - cover has circular graphic of eclipse - 11/24/22



6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q.

Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson - 11/14/22

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).

99 Stories of God by Joy Williams (not a traditional narrative, difficult to make connections) - 11/14/22

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where).

The Last by Hanna Jameson (set in a hotel in Switzerland) - 11/30/22

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.

Public Library and Other Stories by Ali Smith - 11/28/22

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school (briefly share details).

The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe - both of MCs are in high school - 11/12/22

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where)
An Island by Karen Jennings - set on an island off the coast of an unnamed African country - 12/13/2022

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book that is set in South America (tell us where) - The Bridge of San Luis Rey by Thornton Wilder - set in Peru - 12/5/22

Thanks for joining us Amy!!

Completed

International Table Games
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
12/12

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count - 416
The Magic of Christmas by Trisha Ashley 17/11 3★

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA
All About Us by Tom Ellen 1/11 4.5★

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century
A Touch of Magic by Nadine Miller 7/11 3.5★

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia
The Dressmakers of Yarrandarrah Prison by Meredith Jaffe 5/11 4.5★

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover - drums
Dragondrums by Anne McCaffrey 5/11 4★

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sri Lanka by DK Eyewitness Travel 10/11 4★

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain - the brutality of this book was extremely challenging, not my thing at all, but it was so well-written I was compelled to read it, the dichotomy was a real test for my brain
Conviction by Frank Chalmers 9/11 5★

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe - England
Tom Brown's School Days by Thomas Hughes 9/11 3★

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
Keeping Up Appearances by Tricia Stringer 3/11 3.5★

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school - Menolly teaches the younger children the Songs
Dragonsong by Anne McCaffrey 2/11 4★

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2 - Dragonriders of Pern #2
Dragonquest by Anne McCaffrey 4/11 3.5★

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO
Night School by Lee Child 8/11 3.5★

First to finish!! Way to go Kylie!

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

12/12 DONE

1 Mahjong (China)
♜ 1 AND 4 in its total page count - 416 pp Murder in Jerusalem Batya Gur 12/15
2 Lotería (Mexico)
♜set in Mexico, Margaritas, and Murder Wendy Day 11/1
3 Ludo (India)
♜ takes place in the 19th century 1886 Enola Holmes and the Elegant Escapade Nancy Springer 11/1
4 Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ set in Australia -- in the Australian Outback Chain of Evidence Garry Disher 12/6
5 Crokinole (Canada)
♜circular object on cover donut Jessica Beck 11/27

6 XiangQi (China)
♜ last name includes Q Six Feet Deep Dish Mindy Quigley 11/14
7 Go (Japan)
♜ set in JapanMalice Keigo Higashino 11/13
8 Catan (Germany)
♜ title contains CATAN Radar Deception Mandy M. Roth 11/19
9 Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ set in Finland Nights of Awe Harri Nykänen 11/14
10 Oware (Ghana)
♜ features children or teens in school-- at the Grigori Rasputin school The Serpent in Heaven Charlaine Harris 12/18
11 Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜on an island -- Hawaii Aloha Alibi Jasmine Webb 11/30
12 Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ 1st letter of every word in the title in ESTANCIERO Inside the Echo (The Flint K-9 Search and Rescue Mysteries) Jen Blood 12/7

Fantastic job Jonquil!!

~~~ Complete ~~~

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

12 of 12 Complete

🏅 1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count).
Big Lies in a Small Town - Diane Chamberlain - 11/18/22 - 411 pages

🏅 2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book set in Mexico
Operation Turtle Ransom - Kimberli A. Bindschatel - 11/11/22

🏅 3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that features an MC of Indian descent.
Peril at the Exposition - Nev March - 11/24/22 - MC s are both from India

🏅 4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book over 500 pages long (post page count).
Flight Behavior - Barbara Kingsolver - 11/5/22 - 610 pages

🏅 5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover).
The Ranger - Ace Atkins - 12/14/22 - Bullet Hole


🏅 6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia.
Foul Lady Fortune - Chloe Gong - 11/8/22 - set in Shanghai

🏅 7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).
The Killer Angels - Michael Shaara - 12/15/22 - complex history about the Battle of Gettysburg which detailed battles and war strategy.

🏅 8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe (tell us where)
Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen - 11/1/22 - set in England

🏅 9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA.
Simantov - Asaf Ashery - 11/10/22 - AA

🏅 10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Into the Blue - Robert Goddard - 11/16/22 - set in Greece

🏅 11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a series book #2.
Hard and Fast - Erin McCarthy - 11/12/22 - #2 Fast Track

🏅 12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Shakespeare's Trollop - Charlaine Harris - 11/9/22 - ST

Excellent job Lynda!!

I think I finished.

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 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).
184 pages- Aria di neve (=Snow Air) by Serena Venditto 27 November; 4☆


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).
Lord of the Pies by Nell Hampton 8 November; 4☆


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.
1898- Murder at Ochre Court by Alyssa Maxwell 30 November; 5☆


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).
US + 640 pages- Say You're Sorry by Karen Rose 16 November; 5☆


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).
wheels and ball- Silent Witness by Lara Lacombe 2 November; 4☆


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.
Slashing Through the Snow by Jacqueline Frost 2 December; 4☆


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).
I didn't understand who the killer was: practically all the characters had a motive- Dead Ball by M.K. Coker 23 December; 5☆


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).
England- The Course of All Treasons by Suzanne M. Wolfe 25 November; 4☆


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.
Detection Detail by Terri Reed 19 November; 4☆


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).
Austin- Lineage Most Lethal by Celeste Connally / S.C. Perkins 12 December; 4 1/2☆


11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
Bodie Island (North Carolina)- A Death Long Overdue by Eva Gates 18 November; 4☆


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)
Ink and Shadows by Ellery Adams 12 November; 5☆

Patrizia wrote: "I think I finished..."

Yes, you did Patrizia!! Terrific job!

Finally read that one last book I needed to finish this one

INTERNATIONAL TABLE GAMES, 11/1/22 – 1/31/23
12/12 COMPLETE

1. MAHJONG (CHINA)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count (post page count)
413 pages : The Bullet That Missed (Thursday Murder Club #3), by Richard Osman, finished 11/9/22 ★★★★

2. LOTERIA (MEXICO)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The)
Brewed Awakening (Coffeehouse #18), by Cleo Coyle, finished 11/6/22 ★★★.5

3. LUDO (INDIA)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century
set in Victorian England : The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels (Dangerous Damsels #1), by India Holton, finished 11/15/22 ★★★.5

4. FIVE HUNDRED (AUSTRALIA)
♜ Read a book set in the US (tell us where)
Missouri : Diners, Dives and Dead Ends (Rose Strickland #1), by Terri L. Austin, finished 11/3/22 ★★★.5

5. CROKINOL (CANADA)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover)
berries : BlackBuried Pie (Black Cat Café #3), by Lyndsey Cole, finished 11/2/22 ★★★.5


6. XIANGQI (CHINA)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q
author C.J. Box – Trophy Hunt (Joe Pickett #4), finished 12/25/22 ★★★★

7. GO (JAPAN)
♜ Read a book set in Japan
If Cats Disappeared From the World, by Genki Kawamura, finished 11/9/22 ★★★★

8. CATAN (GERMANY)
♜ Read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order)
The Travelling Cat Chronicles, by Hiro Arikawa, finished 11/11/22 ★★★.5

9. AFRIKAN TÄHTI (FINLAND)
♜ Read a book by an author whose first and last initials can be found in STAR OF AFRICA
author Ann Cleeves – Raven Black (Shetland Island #1), finished 11/8/22 ★★★.5

10. OWARE (GHANA)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Alabama : The Darling Dahlias and the Confederate Rose (Darling Dahlias #3), by Susan Wittig Albert, finished 11/12/22 ★★★.5

11. PARTNER DOMINOES (THE CARIBBEAN)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where)
Maui : Somewhere on Maui (Michaels Family/Somewhere), by Toby Neal, finished 11/10/22 ★★★.5

12. ESTANCIERO (ARGENTINA)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Empire of Ice and Stone: The Disastrous and Heroic Voyage of the Karluk, by Buddy Levy, finished 11/16/22 ★★★.5




***** CHALLENGE COMPLETE 12/25/22 *****

Way to go Barb!!

International Table Games
december 31, 2022 - march 31, 2023
0/12

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).
MC's mom is Chinese.The Stand-InLily Chu 3/19


2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The): Lowcountry BoilSusan M. Boyer 1/28

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.Secrets of a Summer NightLisa Kleypas1/3

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).
King of Scars 527 pages 3/6

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).Still LifeLouise Penny 2/5

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.
Take Me HomeJ.H. Croix 4/24

7. Go (Japan)
Read a book set in Japan or one that features an MC of Japanese descent one of the main characters is Japanese descent.Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and TomorrowGabrielle Zevin 4/9

OR read a book that really challenged your brain (tell us why).


8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe OR read a book with a title that contains all the letters in CATAN (any order).
The ProposalMary Balogh4/5

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 Alice FeeneyDaisy Darker2/14


10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book that features children or teens in school : SummerlandElin Hilderbrand many of the MCs are high schoolers. 3/24


11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) OR read a series book #2.
HeartbreakerSarah MacLean 2/9

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) Romantic ComedyCurtis Sittenfeld4/14

Have fun Melike!

Jan wrote: "Welcome Patrizia & JoAnne!

JoAnne wrote: "When we lived in Guam in the 70s, Mahjong was THE game to play!."

Did you play it JoAnne? I've played a little but I was intimidated by the skillfulness ..."

Yes, the kids played, I don't know if I could play now it's been a LONG time!! But it's not hard, it's like Rummy.

Finally finished!

International Table Games
November 01, 2022 - January 31, 2023

1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book that has 1 AND 4 in its total page count ===>148p
Something's Rotten in Paradise, Aysia Amery 11/06

2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜ Read a bookwith a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The).
Three Shots to the Wind, Sherry Harris 11/10

3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century ===> 1809
The Heiress of Linn Hagh, Karen Charlton 11/08

4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia or the US===> U.S.
Murder Under a Blue Moon, Abigail Keam 11/13

5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book set in Canada (also written by a Canadian author)
A Better Man, Louise Penny 11/27

6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book with an author whose first or last name includes an X or Q.
Death in D Minor, Alexia Gordon 12/06

7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan
The Nakano Thrift Shop Hiromi Kawakami 01/06

8. Catan (Germany)
♜ Read a book set in Europe ===> France
Sisters Behaving Badly, Maddie Please 11/16

9. Afrikan Tähti (Finland)
♜ Read a book set in Finland or Africa ===>Africa
The Good Husband of Zebra Drive, Alexander McCall Smith 11/25

10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA ===> Georgia
Burden of Poof, Julie Anne Lindsey 11/11

11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island ===> New Zealand
Squirrel & Swan: Precious Things,M.D. Archer 11/19

12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum)
Now and Then, Kathi Daley 11/07

Way to go Meg!!

Finished
X 1. Mahjong (China)
♜ Read a book set in China or one that features an MC of Chinese descent (tell us who) The School for Good Mothers Jessamine Chan Frida Liu

X 2. Lotería (Mexico)
♜Read a book with a title that starts with a letter in TABLA (ignore A, An or The). The Librarian Spy Madeline Martin11/17

X 3. Ludo (India)
♜ Read a book that takes place in the 19th century. Callander Square Anne Perry 11/16

X 4. Five Hundred (Australia)
♜ Read a book set in Australia Death in Daylesford Kerry Greenwood 12/4

X 5. Crokinole (Canada)
♜ Read a book with a circular object on the cover (post cover). A World of Curiosities Louise Penny 12/2

X6. XiangQi (China)
♜ Read a book set in Asia or in a Chinatown neighborhood outside of Asia The Tea Planter's Wife Dinah Jefferies 1/15 Ceylon/Sri lanka

X 7. Go (Japan)
♜ Read a book set in Japan Convenience Store Woman Sayaka Murata 1/8

X 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). London and Nice Above the Bay of AngelsRhys Bowen 12/21

X 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 Thing Around Your Neck Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 12/11

X 10. Oware (Ghana)
♜ Read a book set in a location that starts with a letter in GHANA
Julie and the Wolves: Reproducible Teaching Unit
Jean Craighead George Alaska 11/2

X 11. Partner Dominoes (The Caribbean)
♜ Read a book set on an island (tell us where) The Pink Pony: Murder on Mackinac Island Macinac Island MIchigan11/27

X 12. Estanciero (Argentina)
♜ Read a book where the first letter of every word in the title can be found in ESTANCIERO (2 word minimum) The Other Einstein Marie Benedict 11/22

Congrats on your finish Judy!