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Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
The Solace of Bay Leaves by Leslie Budewitz 4/3/2025
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town,
The Christmas Inn by Pamela M. Kelley 5/12/2025
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Margaritas, Marzipan, and Murder by Harper Lin 5/29/2025
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm.
Hunter by L.A. Witt 3/15/2025
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a book is set in a small village.
Sit for a Spell by Morgana Best 4/25/2025
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character explores a town.
A Little Bit like Love by Brooke Blaine 5/5/2025
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book were a character,
Kerfuffle at the Border: A Short Story by Seren Star Goode 4/2/2025
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN. Alabama
Death on Eat Street by J.J. Cook 4/10/2025
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
Flash Point by Brooke Blaine 5/22/2025
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
by Patti Benning 5/30/202511, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
Murder with Clotted Cream by Karen Rose Smith 4/29/2025
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series.
Strangled Eggs and Ham by Maddie Day 5/18/2025
HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!With St Patrick's day around the corner I thought we could take a tour of Ireland home to St Patrick.
Ireland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
✅1. Dublin.
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Jodie takes a walk on her first night in NYC
Someone Else's Bucket List by Amy T. Matthews Read 3/7/25
✅2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Sandwich by Catherine Newman Read 3/10/25
✅3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Party Girl by Rachel Hollis Read 3/6/25 Taylor and Landon go out for dinner to Sonic
✅4. Cliffs of Moher
Towering over the Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs offer panoramic views that are both exhilarating and serene. Plus the surrounding landscape is equally impressive, with unique and precious wildlife and natural flora and fauna.
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER. Hope is calm when every one else is frantic.
Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D. Richards Read 3/27/25
✅5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
A Nun in the Closet by Dorothy Gilman. Read 3/13/25 small village in Pennsylvania
✅6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
A Long Stretch of Bad Days by Mindy McGinnis. Read 3/6/25. Lydia and Bristal explore their home town of Henley, Ohio.
✅7. Dingle Peninsula
You’ll find the Dingle Peninsula slightly northwest of Killarney. Its rugged coastline and charming villages create the ultimate Irish experience. Explore the Slea Head Drive for jaw-dropping vistas, and encounter ancient archaeological sites.
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum), Commissario Gudio Brunnetti takes a drive to the Questura
So Shall You Reap by Donna Leon. Read 3/23/25
✅8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
One of the Girls by Lucy Clarke Read 3/19/25 takes place on a small Greek Island called Aegos
✅9. Doolin
If your trip was inspired by the desire to hear Irish music, look no further than Doolin, a coastal village known as the “traditional music capital of Ireland.” Take a seat at Gus O'Connor's Pub or McDermott's Pub and enjoy hours of lively tunes, pint in hand. Doolin is also called the “gateway to the Aran Islands,” as the rocky isles are just offshore.
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova Maddy listens to music-her favorite Taylor Swift
✅10. Adare
Located southwest of Limerick, Adare was founded in the 13th century, and since then, it's become known as one of the most beautiful villages in the country. It’s a destination that captivates visitors with its “timeless charm, picture-perfect thatched cottages, historic architecture, and lush green landscapes.
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
A Memory of Violets by Hazel Gaynor. Read 3/15/25. Historical Fiction
✅11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK. Dorothy and Sam drink tea at Clery's Newsagent store
The Fairytale Life of Dorothy Gale by Virginia Kantra Read 3/21/25
✅12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Wicklow Mountains National Park is the largest of Ireland’s six national parks. Hikers and walkers have their choice of paths in this stunning region and movie buffs will want to make their way to Sally Gap, a recognizable setting from the 2007 film "P.S. I Love You."
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007. Judah tells Chanel and also Deon tells Chanel that they each love her
Hold You Down by Tracy Brown. Read 3/15/25.
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Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
Progress: 12/12
TASKS
💗1. Dublin
Read a book where a character goes for a walk. Mismatched: A Modern Graphic Retelling of Emma by Anne Camlin - Mar. 1
⚓2. Galway
Read a book set in a coastal town. Road to Revolution! by Stan Mack - Boston, MA - Mar. 20
🍴3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
Read a book where a character goes out for dinner. Sugar Shack by Lucy Knisley - Mar. 17
🥭4. Cliffs of Moher
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER. Papaya Salad by Elisa Macellari - Mar. 11
🛖5. Iveragh Peninsula
Read a book where a book is set in a small village. Ting and the Deadly Waters: A 1931 Yangtze River Flood Graphic Novel by Ailynn Collins
✂️6. Killarney
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY. The Makers Club: A Graphic Novel by Reimena Yee - Apr. 1
⛵7. Dingle Peninsula
Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum) Lost at Sea by Maxwell Eaton III - Mar. 13
🏝️8. Aran Islands
Read a book set on an island. Hanami: You, Me, & 200 Sq Ft in Japan by Julia Cejas - Mar. 6
🎶9. Doolin
Read a book where a character listens to music. Band Nerd by Sarah Clawson Willis - Mar. 3
🍁10. Adare
Read a book that is or tagged Historical or history. I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, 1919 by Lauren Tarshis - Mar. 18
Ⓜ️11. Limerick
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK. The Silence of Our Friends by Mark Long - Mar. 19
🧙🏻♀️12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Read a book where a character says I love you. Karen's Witch by Katy Farina - Mar. 2
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
💚 Author's initials DB: The Sixth Man by David Baldacci 3/4/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
💚 Set in coastal town of Busman's Harbor: Steamed Open by Barbara Ross 3/1/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
💚 Character goes out for dinner: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods 3/20/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
💚 Mountains on the cover: The Readaholics and the Falcon Fiasco by Laura DiSilverio 3/13/25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
💚 MC Izzy receives a ring from her lover: Perfect Little World by Kevin Wilson 3/15/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
💚 Author's initials are LL: Ukulele Murder by Leslie Langtry 3/12/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
💚First letters of title words LAL: Larceny And Lace by Annette Blair 3/3/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
💚 Location Arborville, New Jersey: Knit of the Living Dead by Peggy Ehrhart 3/7/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
💚 MC's brother named Gus: Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage 3/8/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
💚 Tagged Historical: The Weed That Strings the Hangman's Bag by Alan Bradley 3/9/25
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
💚 Author's initials IC: A Catered Christmas by Isis Crawford 3/6/26
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
💚 Character says I love you: No More Secrets by Lucy Score 3/2/25
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
LB - Leslie Budewitz - Killing Thyme - 3/28/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book tagged as music.
A Fatal Groove - Olivia Blacke - 3/3/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring.
Nadim gives Reena a ring - Accidentally Engaged - Farah Heron - 4/26/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
KL - Kylie Logan - Irish Stewed - 3/26/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive.
China and her bestie drive out of town to visit and stay at an olive ranch - The Last Chance Olive Ranch - Susan Wittig Albert - 5/9/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
- Karen MacInerney - 5/7/2511, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
LC - Laurie Cass - Borrowed Crime - 3/5/25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
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Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Read: 12/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Perfect Summer Bethany Lopez 3/5/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town.
Treasure Coast Promise Leigh Duncan 3/31/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Fixer-Upper Linda Seed 4/10/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with mountains on the cover.
Raven Falls Jill Sanders 4/11/255. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring.
The Cozy Quilt Shop Leeanna Morgan 3/9/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall.
Bourbon & Lies Victoria Wilder 3/15/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive.
Formula Fling Sawyer Bennett 4/16/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Atlanta Fallen Karin Slaughter 3/3/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
The Flower Cottage Leeanna Morgan 3/10/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
A Reason to Stay at Sandpiper Inn Ella Morgan 3/7/2511. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
The Black Bird Oracle Deborah Harkness 3/2/25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️ Read a book where a character says I love you.
Perfect Hideaway Bethany Lopez 3/6/25
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
Completed: 12/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN. A Week at the Shore - Barbara Delinsky 2/27/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum). Hope Harbor - Irene Hannon 3/7/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner. New Year's Affair - Ali Parker 3/31/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER. Book Lovers - Emily Henry 3/11/25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH. The Book of Candlelight - Ellery Adams 3/5/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY. Black Woods Blue Sky - Eowyn Ivey 3/23/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum), Any Day Now - Robyn Carr 3/23/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN. Beautiful Ugly - Alice Feeney 3/6/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus. Murder with a Twist - Allyson K. Abbott 3/26/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history. The Winter Duchess - Jillian Eaton 3/6/25
11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK. Playing for Keeps - R.L. Mathewson 3/5/25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007. Alex - Sawyer Bennett 3/1/25
Ireland TourMarch 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
12 of 12 Complete
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
🔹️1. Dublin
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
The Lion's Game - Nelson DeMille - 4 Stars - 3/23/25 - ND
🔹️2. Galway
Read a book tagged as music.
Off Sides - Sawyer Bennett - 2 Stars - 3/22/25 - tagged Music
🔹️3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
Read a book where a character plays golf.
Fangirl Down - Tessa Bailey - 4 Stars - 5/11/25 - Wells Whitaker
🔹️4. Cliffs of Moher
Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover.
Running Wild - K.A. Tucker - 3.5 Stars - 4/20/25
🔹️5. Iveragh Peninsula
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love - India Holton - 3. 5 Stars - 4/3/25 - IH
🔹️6. Killarney
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Fire Inside - Kristen Ashley - 2 Stars - 3/24/25 - KA
🔹️7. Dingle Peninsula
Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum).
Sometimes I Lie - Alice Feeney - 4 Stars - 5/7/25 - SIL
🔹️8. Aran Islands
Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
City Under One Roof - Iris Yamashita - 4 Stars - 3/11/25 - Alaska
🔹️9. Doolin
Read a book where a character listens to music.
Propaganda Girls: The Secret War of the Women in the OSS - Lisa Rogak - 4.5 Stars - 4/2/25
🔹️10. Adare
Read a book tagged Historical or history.
Queen of the North - Anne O'Brien - 4 Stars - 3/5/25
🔹️11. Limerick
Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Trial by Ambush: Murder, Injustice, and the Truth about the Case of Barbara Graham - Marcia Clark - 4 Stars - 5/3/25 - MC
🔹️12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Read a book published in 2007.
Killer Weekend - Ridley Pearson - 3.5 Stars - 3/8/25 - First published January 1, 2007
FINISHED! Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025 (03/05/25)
Do one task for each place.
TASKS: 12/12
☑️ 1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college
X or where a character goes for a walk
You Are Here David Nicholls (The book is about walking the coast to coast trail in England) 03/01/25
or where the author’s initials can be found in DUBLIN.
☑️ 2. Galway
X ☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco (The Serial Killer Guide to San Francisco 1) Michelle Chouinard 03/03/25
or tagged as music
or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
☑️ 3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf
or a book which is number 20 in a series
X or where a character goes out for dinner.
The Witch Hitch (Cupcake Coven Mystery 2) Elizabeth Bass (Bailey met Wes at the country club for dinner) 03/02/25
☑️ 4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover
X or where a character is described as serene or calm
Moonlight On Emeralds (Moon Mystery 7) Helen Haught Fanick (p. 23 Andrea is described as being calm) 03/05/25
or where the author’s initials can be found in MOHER.
☑️ 5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring
X or where a book is set in a small village
Read It and Weep (Library Lover Mystery 4) Jenn McKinlay (Briar Creek) 03/02/25
or where the author’s initials can be found in IVERAGH.
☑️ 6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall
X or where a character explores a town
The Ellsworth Case (Marham Sisters 5) Diana Xarissa (p. 32 Charles a B & B guest decides to explore the town) 03/03/25
or where the author’s initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Dava Shastri’s Last Day by Kirthsna Ramisetti
☑️ 7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig
X or were a character takes a drive
Stone Yard Devotional Charlotte Wood (the MC drives to a convent in her hometown) 03/01/25
or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
☑️ 8. Aran Islands
X ☘️ Read a book set on an island
Pina Colada Poison (Charlotte Gibson Mystery 4) Jasmine Webb (Maui) 03/04/25
or where a character takes a ferry
or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
☑️ 9. Doolin
X ☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music
New Year's Eve with the O'Maras (The Guesthouse on the Green) Michelle Vernal (the family goes out for New Year’s Eve and listens to Shay play in a band) 03/04/25
or set at a pub
or with a character called Gus.
☑️ 10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series
X or with a cottage or house on the cover
Keeper of Enchanted Rooms (Whimbrel House Book 1) Charlie N. Holmberg
03/03/25or tagged Historical or history.
☑️ 11. Limerick
X☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea
A Terrible Village Poisoning (The Dinner Lady Detectives 3) Hannah Hendy (p. 20) 03/03/25
or a character named Shannon or John
or where the author’s initials can be found in LIMERICK.
☑️ 12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Missing in Flight Audrey J. Cole (Carter tells Anna he loves her) 03/01/25
or that is sixth in a series
or published in 2007.
XXX
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
12/12 Completed. Finish
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Brianna Labuskes-The Truth You Told 5/01/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
Shadow's Ritual-Mary Stone 4/04/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Another Girl Lost-Mary Burton 3/08/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
Heidi McLaughlin-The Art of Starting Over 3/06/25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Rita Herron-The Girl in the River 3/06/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Rebecca Yarros-Fourth Wing 3/12/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig
(MC Diana)
Trust Me-Rachel Grant 4/16/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island
Shadow's Mystery-Mary Stone 4/27/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music
Levee-Jessica Gadziala 3/01/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series
(Henchmen MC - Next Generation)
Sully-Jessica Gadziala 5/11/25
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character named Shannon or John
(John)
Badge Bunny-Nick Russell 3/10/25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series
(Stephanie Plum)
Hot Six-Janet Evanovich 3/17/25
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS 0/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk
Murder at an Irish Castle Ellie Brannigan 4/11/25. Rayne goes for walks around the grounds of the castle
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
Inherit the Word Daryl Wood Gerber 3/3/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
An Appetite for Murder Lucy Burdette 4/15/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm
A Fatal Feast at Bramsford Manor Darci Hannah 4/19/25 p 217. the old woman (Granny Mac) looked calm and serene
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book set in a small village
A Villa in Sicily: Figs and a Cadaver Fiona Grace 3/12/25. Mussolmeli, Sicily
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Body In The Bookstore Emma Lee 3/9/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
Silent Night, Deadly Night Vicki Delany 5/15/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Glazed Murder Jessica Beck 3/24/25 April Springs, NC
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book set at a pub
Cruel Winter Sheila Connolly 4/5/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book tagged Historical or history.
Wormwood Susan Wittig Albert 3/20/25
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea
In Cold Chamomile Joy Avon 3/14/25.
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series
Six Stunning Sirens Lynn Cahoon 4/24/25. Kitchen Witch Mysteries #6
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Completed 3.23.25
Do one task for each place.
TASKS 12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Cooking at Home With Bridget & Julia: The TV Hosts of America's Test Kitchen Share Their Favorite Recipes for Feeding Family and Friends. Bridget Lancaster. 3.14.25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
Twisted Tea Christmas. Laura Childs. 3.16.25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner. Carrie and Dylan go to dinner with their friends
Booked on Murder. Allison Brook. 3.14.25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover
The Gods of Mars. Edgar Rice Burroughs. 3.7.25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a book is set in a small village (Saint Mary Mead).
THE BODY IN THE LIBRARY. Agatha Christie. 3.11.25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt. Lucinda Riley. 3.20.25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
Passions in Death. J.D. Robb. 3.3.25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island (Santa Tesla).
Killer Honeymoon. G.A. McKevett. 3.3.25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
The Little Paris Bookshop. Nina George. 3.19.25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover tagged Historical or history.
The Wedding Veil. Kristy Woodson Harvey. 3.8.25
11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London. Garth Nix. 3.10.25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Drunk on Love. Jasmine Guillory. 3.1.25
I'm in please:🌈1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Wandering Stars Tommy Orange 11 Apr
🌈2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
The Wedding People Alison Espach COASTAL TOWN
🌈3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
How to Age Disgracefully Clare Pooley 29 Mar DINNER
🌈4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
Walden, or Life in the Woods and On the Duty of Civil Disobedience Henry David Thoreau 22 Mar DESCRIBES HIMSELF AS SERENE
🌈5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
The Book of Lost Names Kristin Harmel 4 MAY SMALL VILLAGE
🌈6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
A Separate Peace John Knowles 3 May CHARACTER EXPLORES THE TOWN THE BOARDING SCHOOL IS IN
🌈7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
America Fantastica Tim O'Brien 8 Mar
Its predominantly a road trip book, lots of driving
🌈8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
The Complete Poems William Blake 17 Apr
🌈9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
Wow, No Thank You.: Essays Samantha Irby 24 Mar MUSIC
🌈10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
Bibliolepsy Gina Apostol 1 Mar
🌈11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers Samuel Burr 14 Mar
🌈12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
Reasons to Stay Alive Matt Haig 29 Mar character says I love you
Completed | Read - 121. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk - Walker
We Begin at the End, Chris Whitaker | 3/11
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book tagged as music
IT'S ALL IN YOUR HEAD, Russ | 3/13
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
The Whalebone Theatre, Joanna Quinn | 3/1
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm
The Magic Of Living, Betty Neels | 3/2
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Stuck with You, Ali Hazelwood | 3/3
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character explores a town
All the Bright Places, Jennifer Niven | 3/4
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive - Peter and Tia
Doctor for Christmas, Patricia W. Fischer | 3/6
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island
Hide Your Heart, Tracey Alvarez | 3/8
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music
Gwendy's Button Box, Stephen King | 3/8
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is tagged Historical - x3
Araby, James Joyce | 3/14
11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book with a character named John
State of Alert, Marie Force | 3/7
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Borrow My Heart, Kasie West | 3/3
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Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
The World According to Fannie Davis: My Mother's Life in the Detroit Numbers by Bridgett Davis 3/25/2025
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town.
Cold Brew Corpse by Tara Lush 3/12/2025
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Murder by the Seashore by Samara Yew 3/19/2025
Scarlett and Lucia go out to a sushi restaurant to celebrate a big legal victory for Lucia.
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
You Can Trust Me by Emma Rowley 4/14/2025
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring.
The Silent Wife by Karin Slaughter 3/21/2025
Will gives Sara his mother's silver ring with a fake green stone.
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Up to No Gouda by Linda Reilly 4/9/2025
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive.
Dark Roads by Chevy Stevens3/31/2025
The Iceman drives along the logging road.
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Necessary Lies by Diane Chamberlain 4/5/2025
North Carolina
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book set at a pub.
The Cure for What Ales You by Ellie Alexander 4/30/2025
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is tagged Historical or history.
The Lost Jewels by Kristy Manning 4/7/2025
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q Sutanto 3/8/2025
Vera Wong runs a tea shop and drinks LOTS of tea.
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you.
What the Cat Dragged In by Miranda James 3/15/2025
Mary Alice says "I Love You" to Charlie, her fiancee, on their nightly phone call.
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
12/12
TASKS
✔️1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Reisverslag van een kat
Hiro Arikawa 239 p. 13 march✔️2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
The Mysterious Affair at Styles
Agatha Christie 220 p. 28 march 2025Coastal town ( 4 km from coast)
✔️3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
De zaak Magritte
Toni Coppers 287 p. 2 marchDinner
✔️4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
Als wij schurken waren M.L. Rio 424 p. 15 marchMR
✔️5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Ikigai: Het Japanse geheim voor een lang en gelukkig leven
Fransesc Miralles Hector Garcia 191 p. 18 marchHector Garcia
✔️6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town
Citytrip Berlijn Marjolijn Uitzinger281 p. 12 march Virginie or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.✔️7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
From Paris to the Champaign region
✔️8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Een tien met een griffel
Simon de Waal 170 p. 14 march Amsterdam
✔️9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
James
Percival Everett 320 p. 5 march✔️10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
Hier waak ik Danila Comastri Montanari 272 p. 3 march ✔️11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea
Het witte meisje Tony Birch 336 p. 14 march MC p.6
or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
✔️12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
Lieg nooit
Freida McFadden 271 p. 22 marchAdrienne to Luke
FINISHEDIreland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
The Demon in the Wood by Leigh Bardugo 16/04/2025
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town.
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt 21/04/2025
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Il rosmarino non capisce l'inverno by Matteo Bussola 06/03/2025
Giuseppina goes out for dinner.
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
The Old Man and the sea byErnest Hemingway 25/03/2025
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book set in a small village.
Zia Antonia sapeva di menta byAndrea Vitali 01/03/2025
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Autoritratto di un reporter by Ryszard Kapuściński 28/03/2025
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive.
The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett 02/04/2025
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a ferry.
Nel mare ci sono i coccodrilli byFabio Geda 04/03/2025
Eianatollah takes a ferry to reach Athens.
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
Febbre di carnevale (SUR) by Yuliana Ortiz Ruano 06/04/2025
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
The heaven and Earth grocery store byJames McBride 19/04/2025
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Jasper Johns (Universe of Art) byLeo Castelli 22/03/2025
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book published in 2007.
Salmon Fishing in the Yemen by Paul Torday 17/03/2025
My spaceIreland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Ashley Rayne
Finished 10/4
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
Finished 3/3
Page 125 “I love you so much, Grey.
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Goal: 12/12
TASKS
✔ 1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk.
Silver Nitrate - Silvia Moreno-Garcia - 04/02/25; Tristán: “He even went for a walk, and while watching pigeons bobbing for crumbs on a stretch of greenery that passed as a park…” (Kindle Locations 848-849)
✔ 2. Galway
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Wild Love - Elsie Silver - 04/12/25
✔ 3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Ice Cold - Tess Gerritsen - 03/20/25 – Maura: “You promised to tell me. It’s the reason I came to dinner.” (Kindle Location 302)
✔ 4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm.
Precious and Grace - Alexander McCall Smith - 04/14/25 – Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni
✔ 5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book set in a small village.
How to Solve Your Own Murder - Kristen Perrin - 04/07/25 – Castle Knoll, England
✔ 6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Chronicle In Stone - Ismail Kadare - 03/05/25
✔ 7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig.
Dark Dive - Andrew Mayne - 03/13/25 – Sloan and Hughes
✔ 8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island.
The Paradise Problem - Christina Lauren - 03/08/25 – Pulau Jingga, Indonesia
✔ 9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
I Hope This Finds You Well - Natalie Sue - 04/13/25 – Jolene and Cliff - The music croons through the stereo, low and sweet. Just because I can now play music without melting down doesn’t mean I’ve accomplished much. (Kindle Locations 4252-4253)
✔ 10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
The Boyfriend Loophole - Danielle Stewart - 03/17/25
✔ 11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
The Tainted Cup - Robert Jackson Bennett - 03/04/25 – Ana Dolabra and Din - We lunched in her little house, eating fried bean cakes and sipping aplilot tea. (Kindle Location 1094)
✔ 12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series.
28 Days Later Vol. 6: Homecoming - Michael Alan Nelson - 03/16/25 – 28 Days Later #6
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
READ: 12/12
TASKS
✔️ 1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk.
Your Shadow Half Remains by Sunny Moraine 3/18/25
Riley frequently goes for walks.
✔️ 2. Galway
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
AW After Words by Nina Mitchell 5/16/25
✔️ 3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
The Kamogawa Food Detectives Hisashi Kashiwai 5/6/25
Many characters go to dinner at the Kamogawa Diner.
✔️ 4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
ER Crime of Fashion by Emma Rosenblum 5/24/25
✔️ 5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
AG The Gift by Alison Gaylin 5/30/25
✔️ 6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
RK Suspect Zero by Richard Kadrey 5/23/25
✔️ 7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
LAE Love & Estrogen by Samantha Allen 5/28/25
✔️ 8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island..
The Island by Natasha Preston 3/9/25
✔️ 9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book with a character called Gus.
Gus The Unicorn: The Great Circus Escape by Payton Meyer 5/26/25
✔️ 10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover.
Don't Let Her Stay by Nicola Sanders 5/22/25
✔️ 11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
LC BlueBuried Muffins by Lyndsey Cole 3/11/25
✔️ 12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series.
Busybodies #6 - A Classic Case by Alicia Thompson 5/24/25
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
6/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Magic Claims Ilona Andrews 03.24.25 5 stars IA
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Kimberly Raye Dead and Dateless 03.02.25 3 stars KR
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Cake and Punishment Maymee Bell 03.07.25 3.5 stars Rumford, Kentucky
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
Chanacee Ruth-Killgore 03.19.25 3 stars☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
The Perfect Family Jacquie Underdown 03.12.25 4 stars p 35 Claire makes tea for her sisters found a teabag in the cupboard and made herself and her sisters a cup of tea using the one teabag...
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
Bonded in Death J.D. Robb 03.14.25 5 stars Eve to Roarke p 225 "I love you" "A ghra" Sigh...
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
12/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Stale Secrets Maisy Marple 3/2/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Tragedy in Tahoe Rachele Baker 3/3/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Sticky Situations Emma Ainsley 3/11/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
Eugene The Cherry Topped Calamity Angela Mayble 4/3/25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Broomsticks & Blooms Lucinda Race 3/2/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Jim explored his new town Murder Next Door Arthur Pearce 3/4/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or where a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
Takes a drive (Paul) Volumes of Lies Courtney McFarlin 3/16/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
New York A Crusty Alibi Maisy Marple 3/1/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
A Layer of Lies Emma Ainsley 3/7/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
Patti Benning 3/8/2511. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Cassie-tea Food Truck Fatality Kay Bishop 3/6/25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
#6 Eliza Crumbles Mysteries
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
Cmplete: 12/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk
Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo - 4/15 - Opal
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Lowcountry Lost by T.I. Lowe - 4/28
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf.
The Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie - 3/29
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover
Mr. Whisper by Andrew Mayne - 3/7
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
I Am David by Anne Holm - 3/8
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl - 3/10
It was a chocolate waterfall
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig
The Curse of the Pharaohs by Elizabeth Peters - 4/14 - MCs Emerson and Peabody are unearthing an Egyptian burial chamber
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
- Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty - 3/5 - set on the island of Australia (which begins with A)
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music
Fly Away by Kristin Hannah - 3/24 - Tully and Kate shared many memories over 80's music
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover
Nathan Coulter by Wendell Berry - 3/7
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Spindle's End by Robin McKinley - 3/15
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
The Juliet Code by Pepper Basham - 3/9
Freddy tells Grace that he loves her.
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Goal: 11/12 tasks
✓ 1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson (03/05/25) ✓ 2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
What You Wish For by Katherine Center (03/16/25)✓ 3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
Loathe to Love You by Ali Hazelwood (04/06/25) ✓ 4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm
Knockout by Sarah MacLean (04/21/25) - Tommy describes Imogen as calm✓ 5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Bride by Ali Hazelwood (03/23/25) 6. Killarney
If you decide to complete the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, you’ll come across Killarney. Take the time to explore the town and it’s very walkable. Nearby Killarney National Park should not be overlooked. Within the park, you'll find the three famous Killarney lakes, which provide breathtaking views as they sit beside the mountain range, and Torc Waterfall, one of the most spectacular in Ireland and best viewed after heavy rain.
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
✓ 7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book were a character takes a drive
Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice by Elle Cosimano (04/20/25) ✓ 8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island
Island Affair by Priscilla Oliveras (03/12/25) ✓ 9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub
Disorderly Conduct by Tessa Bailey (04/09/25) ✓ 10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is tagged Historical or history.
Heartbreaker by Sarah MacLean (03/26/25) ✓ 11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Veronica Ruiz Breaks the Bank by Elle Cosimano (03/07/25) ✓ 12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Beyond the Thistles by Samantha Young (04/09/25)
Ireland TourMarch 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
One Day by David Nicholls 1/3 3★
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
A Town Called Treachery by Mitch Jennings 7/3 4★
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner - Hannah & Jude go out for dinner
As the River Rises by Fiona McArthur 22/3 5★
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm - Miss Marple
Sleeping Murder by Agatha Christie 15/3 4★
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book set in a small village
The Northern Lights Lodge by Julie Caplin 21/3 3★
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character explores a town - Savannah explores Riverboat Point
Riverboat Point by Tricia Stringer 17/3 3★
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum)
Interlude in Death by J.D. Robb 20/3 4★
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN - New England
The Skeleton Takes a Bow by Leigh Perry 2/3 3★
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book set at a pub
The Woman on the Bus by Pauline McLynn 16/3 4★
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book tagged Historical or history.
The Blitz Detective by Mike Hollow 9/3 4★
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea - Nessa
The Frangipani Tree Mystery by Ovidia Yu 5/3 4★
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you - p.349
Guardians of the West by David Eddings 4/3 3.5★
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025Progress: 11/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
✓
2. Galway
✓
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
✓
4. Cliffs of Moher
✓
Das weite Herz des Landes by Richard Wagamese (25/04/03)5. Iveragh Peninsula
✓
6. Killarney
✓
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum).
8. Aran Islands
✓
9. Doolin
✓
10. Adare
✓
11. Limerick
✓
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
✓
Ireland Tour
March - May 2025
My Ireland Tour Challenge (msg 31)
Books Read ❱❱ 12
☑️1. Dublin
☘️Read a book where a character goes for a walk
☘️Rob and Hannah walk through the woods
☘️A Kowalski to Count On ❱❱ 04.12 ★★★★
☑️2. Galway
☘️Read a book tagged as music
☘️tagged music 44 times
☘️The Heart Principle ❱❱ 03.08 ★★★★
☑️3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️Read a book where a character plays golf
☘️Adam plays a round of golf
☘️Always You and Me ❱❱ 05.22 ★★★★
☑️4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️Read a book where the authors initials can be found in MOHER
☘️author initials MH
☘️Nice Girls Don't Bite Their Neighbors ❱❱ 04.06 ★★★★
☑️5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️Read a book set in a small village
☘️set in tiny Sweetwater Springs
☘️Trudy ❱❱ 04.07 ★★★
☑️6. Killarney
☘️Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall
☘️Aemi enjoys the waterfall in the gardens
☘️Of Sea and Stone ❱❱ 03.02 ★★★
☑️7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA
☘️letters S-L-A-P in phrase
☘️Stars, Love And Pirouettes ❱❱ 05.10 ★★★
☑️8. Aran Islands
☘️Read a book where a character takes a ferry
☘️Camille takes a ferry to Shelter Island
☘️The Book Waitress ❱❱ 03.06 ★★★
☑️9. Doolin
☘️Read a book where a character listens to music
☘️Callie listens to music at the club
☘️Wicked Fall ❱❱ 04.02 ★★★★
☑️10. Adare
☘️Read a book tagged Historical or history
☘️tagged historical 7 times
☘️A Willow Creek Christmas ❱❱ 04.30 ★★★★
☑️11. Limerick
☘️Read a book with a character named Shannon or John
☘️Shannon is part of the ensemble cast of characters
☘️The Friends We Keep ❱❱ 04.10 ★★★★
☑️12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book that is sixth in a series
☘️#6 Legal Affairs
☘️Friction ❱❱ 05.09 ★★★★
Ireland TourMarch 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
12/12
TASKS
1. Dublin
There’s a good chance you’ll start your Irish adventure in Dublin, home to Dublin Castle, Trinity College Dublin, the National Museum of Ireland, and the Guinness Storehouse. It’s a walkable city, so you’ll be able to explore most of it in just a day or two. For an extra dose of history and a drink, of course, make your way to The Brazen Head, the oldest pub in Dublin.
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the author's initials can be found in DUBLIN.
The Duke’s Lance - C.H. Admirand (Dragonblade - Mar 2025) (walk) - Mar 17
2. Galway
The bohemian atmosphere and lively arts scene are two reasons you’ll want to visit the harbor city during your journey. Unlike Dublin, where you may feel the need to see as much as possible, Galway is a bit more low-key. Travelers can stroll through cobblestone streets, savor traditional music in local pubs, and experience the enchanting landscapes of Connemara that surround this charismatic city.
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Hawaiian Medic to Rescue His Heart - Annie O'Neil (HMED #1199 - Sept 2021) (coastal town) - Mar 5
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
In Kinsale, there are beautiful views of the harbor. If it’s a nice day, stretch your legs along the 3.7-mile Scilly Walk before heading to Bulman Bar & Restaurant for dinner. The Old Head of Kinsale has a “world-class golf course on many golfer's lists. It’s only about a 20-minute drive from the town, but it stands alone as its own destination.
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Cold Case Murder Mystery - Nicole Helm (HI #2272 - Mar 2025) (dinner) - Mar 1
4. Cliffs of Moher
Towering over the Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs offer panoramic views that are both exhilarating and serene. Plus the surrounding landscape is equally impressive, with unique and precious wildlife and natural flora and fauna.
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the author's initials can be found in MOHER.
Wyoming Double Jeopardy - Juno Rushdan (HI #2280 - Apr 2025) (mountains) - Mar 24
5. Iveragh Peninsula
The Iveragh Peninsula is a stunning stretch of heritage in southwestern Ireland that offers a picturesque escape into nature’s awaiting embrace. Many travelers choose to explore the area via the Ring of Kerry, the scenic drive that encircles the peninsula. The route’s popularity stems from the fact that the 111-mile journey is accented by incredible landscapes, small villages, and top-tier views of the Atlantic Ocean
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the author's initials can be found in IVERAGH.
An American Doctor in Ireland - Karin Baine (HMED #1378 - Mar 2024) (ring) - Mar 13
6. Killarney
If you decide to complete the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, you’ll come across Killarney. Take the time to explore the town and it’s very walkable. Nearby Killarney National Park should not be overlooked. Within the park, you'll find the three famous Killarney lakes, which provide breathtaking views as they sit beside the mountain range, and Torc Waterfall, one of the most spectacular in Ireland and best viewed after heavy rain.
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
His Small-Town Catch - Kaylie Newell (HSE #3088 - Apr 2025) - Apr 12
7. Dingle Peninsula
You’ll find the Dingle Peninsula slightly northwest of Killarney. Its rugged coastline and charming villages create the ultimate Irish experience. Explore the Slea Head Drive for jaw-dropping vistas, and encounter ancient archaeological sites.
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum).
How to Court a Rake - Bronwyn Scott (HH #1849 - Apr 2025) (drive) - Mar 23
8. Aran Islands
Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inisheer make up the Aran Islands, a place known for its ruins and sacred sites. The islands unfold a tale of timeless elegance against the backdrop of the Atlantic's gentle embrace. If you’re already in Galway, you can take the seasonal ferry directly from the city to the islands.
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Deadlines, Donuts & Dreidels - Jennifer Wilck (HSE #3068 - Nov 2024) (New Jersey) - Mar 7
9. Doolin
If your trip was inspired by the desire to hear Irish music, look no further than Doolin, a coastal village known as the “traditional music capital of Ireland.” Take a seat at Gus O'Connor's Pub or McDermott's Pub and enjoy hours of lively tunes, pint in hand. Doolin is also called the “gateway to the Aran Islands,” as the rocky isles are just offshore.
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
Taming a Heartbreaker - Brenda Jackson (HSE #3047 - June 2024) (music) - Mar 21
10. Adare
Located southwest of Limerick, Adare was founded in the 13th century, and since then, it's become known as one of the most beautiful villages in the country. It’s a destination that captivates visitors with its “timeless charm, picture-perfect thatched cottages, historic architecture, and lush green landscapes.
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
The Loyalty of a Lyon - Linda Rae Sande (Dragonblade - Mar 2025) (historical) - Mar 13
11. Limerick
Vibrant weekend markets with pop-up restaurants and sidewalk musicians performing in front of colorful murals are all part of the Limerick experience. Aside from being well-known for a 13th century castle, King John’s Castle, along the River Shannon, the city is also home to one of the country’s top hotels: Adare Manor. Even if you’re not staying at the hotel, it’s worth a visit to experience their afternoon tea in The Gallery room.
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the author's initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Bodyguard Rancher - Kacy Cross (HRS #2308 - Jan 2025) (initials) - Mar 10
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Wicklow Mountains National Park is the largest of Ireland’s six national parks. Hikers and walkers have their choice of paths in this stunning region and movie buffs will want to make their way to Sally Gap, a recognizable setting from the 2007 film "P.S. I Love You."
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
Twenty-Eight Dates - Michelle Lindo-Rice (HSE #3038 - Mar 2024) (I love you) - Mar 3
Somehow I got left off the participants list I'm #17
Ireland TourMarch 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
11/12 Tasks Completed
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
United by K.M. Shea (3/13/25)
go for walk
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Magic Forged by K.M. Shea (3/4/25)
go out for dinner
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
Spies Don't Fall for Their Rival by Meg Easton (3/3/25)
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Magic Unleashed by K.M. Shea (3/6/25)
gets a ring
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
The Lies of Vampires and Slayers by K.M. Shea (3/16/25)
explore town
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
But He's My Roommate by Annah Conwell (3/18/25)
takes a drive
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Voyage by Camille Peters (3/20/25)
set on island
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
Upping the Ante by Emma St. Clair (3/9/25)
listen to music
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
Seeking Persephone by Sarah M. Eden (4/3/25)
historical
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Crown of Shadows by K.M. Shea (3/7/25)
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
The Queen's Crown by K.M. Shea (3/12/25)
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
READ: 12/12
✔ 1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Fur Love or Money - Sofie Ryan (MC) 4/2
✔ 2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Murder at the Christmas Cookie Bakeoff - Darci Hannah 3/14
(set on lake Michigan)
✔ 3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Curse the Day - Annabel Chase (MC) 4/6
✔ 4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
The Bullet That Missed - Richard Osman 3/19
✔ 5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
A Ship of Bones & Teeth - Karina Halle 3/6
(hero give heroine an engagement ring)
✔ 6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Angel of Vengeance - Douglas Preston & Lincoln Child (Diogenes) 3/17
✔ 7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
Murder Marks the Page - Karen Rose Smith 3/8
(MC and BFF to visit an out of town suspect)
✔ 8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
Something's Guava Give - Carrie Doyle (Paradise in Caribbean) 3/22
✔ 9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
Dark Rooms - Lynda La Plante (Eddie) 4/10
✔ 10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
The Perfect Death - Stacy Claflin 4/6
✔ 11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
Murder at the Lemonberry Tea - Darci Hannah (tea party) 3/28
✔ 12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
I'll Be Waiting - Kelley Armstrong (hero to heroine) 3/9
CHALLENGE COMPLETE
Mod
Woops sorry Denise. I will add you.
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Completion: 12/12
☘Dublin☘
☘️ Book Set at a College University of Texas
Too Late | Colleen Hoover | March 09, 2025
☘Galway☘
☘️ Tagged as Music
The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits | Jennifer Weiner | March 11, 2025
☘Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale☘
☘️ Character goes out for dinner - Page 59 para. 5
We Need to Talk About Kevin | Lionel Shriver | March 14, 2025
☘Cliffs of Moher☘
☘️ Mountains on Cover
Nine Month Contract | Amy Daws | March 2, 2025
☘Iveragh Peninsula☘
☘️ America gets an engagement and wedding ring from Prince Maxon
The One | Kiera Cass | March 8, 2025
☘Killarney☘
☘️ Authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY. - Katharine Leppard
Why I Had to Murder my Mother: A Memoir | Katharine Leppard | March 9, 2025
☘Dingle Peninsula☘
☘️ Character Takes A Drive - "I huddle up and I look at the Driver who is huddled up and driving slowly and watching the road." P. 35 para. 1
A Million Little Pieces - James Frey - March 15, 2025
☘ Aran Islands☘
☘️ First letter of the location can be found in ARAN. - Afghanistan
The Kite Runner | Khaled Hosseini | March 13, 2025
☘Doolin☘
☘️ Character Listens to Music - "Ne-Yo's "She Knows" begins to play through the speakers and we lock eyes." (Page 23. para. 6)
Say You Swear | Meagan Brandy | March 19, 2025
☘Adare☘
☘️ Tagged Historical or history: Historical/Historical Fiction
Happy Land | Dolen Perkins-Valdez | March 13, 2025
☘Limerick☘
☘️Character Drinks Tea : I nearly spill my tea. He never talks about that summer, or Mom. (Location 1125)
One Dark Summer - Saskia Sarginson - March 16, 2025
☘Wicklow Mountains National Park☘
☘️Character says I love you: "I Love You" Loc. 2442 para. 1 51%
The Marriage Rules - Samantha Hayes - March 15, 2025
Completed | Read - 121. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where a character goes for a walk - Walker
We Begin at the End, Chris Whitaker | 3/11
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book tagged as music
IT'S ALL IN YOUR HEAD, Russ | 3/13
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner.
The Whalebone Theatre, Joanna Quinn | 3/1
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm
The Magic Of Living, Betty Neels | 3/2
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
Stuck with You, Ali Hazelwood | 3/3
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character explores a town
All the Bright Places, Jennifer Niven | 3/4
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes a drive - Peter and Tia
Doctor for Christmas, Patricia W. Fischer | 3/6
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island
Hide Your Heart, Tracey Alvarez | 3/8
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music
Gwendy's Button Box, Stephen King | 3/8
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is tagged Historical - x3
Araby, James Joyce | 3/14
11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book with a character named John
State of Alert, Marie Force | 3/7
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Borrow My Heart, Kasie West | 3/3
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Completed March 19, 2025Ireland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Completion: 12/12
☘Dublin☘
☘️ Book Set at a College University of Texas
Too Late | Colleen Hoover | March 09, 2025
☘Galway☘
☘️ Tagged as Music
The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits | Jennifer Weiner | March 11, 2025
☘Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale☘
☘️ Character goes out for dinner - Page 59 para. 5
We Need to Talk About Kevin | Lionel Shriver | March 14, 2025
☘Cliffs of Moher☘
☘️ Mountains on Cover
Nine Month Contract | Amy Daws | March 2, 2025
☘Iveragh Peninsula☘
☘️ America gets an engagement and wedding ring from Prince Maxon
The One | Kiera Cass | March 8, 2025
☘Killarney☘
☘️ Authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY. - Katharine Leppard
Why I Had to Murder my Mother: A Memoir | Katharine Leppard | March 9, 2025
☘Dingle Peninsula☘
☘️ Character Takes A Drive - "I huddle up and I look at the Driver who is huddled up and driving slowly and watching the road." P. 35 para. 1
A Million Little Pieces - James Frey - March 15, 2025
☘ Aran Islands☘
☘️ First letter of the location can be found in ARAN. - Afghanistan
The Kite Runner | Khaled Hosseini | March 13, 2025
☘Doolin☘
☘️ Character Listens to Music - "Ne-Yo's "She Knows" begins to play through the speakers and we lock eyes." (Page 23. para. 6)
Say You Swear | Meagan Brandy | March 19, 2025
☘Adare☘
☘️ Tagged Historical or history: Historical/Historical Fiction
Happy Land | Dolen Perkins-Valdez | March 13, 2025
☘Limerick☘
☘️Character Drinks Tea : I nearly spill my tea. He never talks about that summer, or Mom. (Location 1125)
One Dark Summer - Saskia Sarginson - March 16, 2025
☘Wicklow Mountains National Park☘
☘️Character says I love you: "I Love You" Loc. 2442 para. 1 51%
The Marriage Rules - Samantha Hayes - March 15, 2025
FINISHEDIreland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
💚 Author's initials DB: The Sixth Man by David Baldacci 3/4/25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
💚 Set in coastal town of Busman's Harbor: Steamed Open by Barbara Ross 3/1/25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
💚 Character goes out for dinner: The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods 3/20/25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
💚 Mountains on the cover: The Readaholics and the Falcon Fiasco by Laura DiSilverio 3/13/25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
💚 MC Izzy receives a ring from her lover: Perfect Little World by Kevin Wilson 3/15/25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
💚 Author's initials are LL: Ukulele Murder by Leslie Langtry 3/12/25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
💚First letters of title words LAL: Larceny And Lace by Annette Blair 3/3/25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
💚 Location Arborville, New Jersey: Knit of the Living Dead by Peggy Ehrhart 3/7/25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
💚 MC's brother named Gus: Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage 3/8/25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
💚 Tagged Historical: The Weed That Strings the Hangman's Bag by Alan Bradley 3/9/25
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
💚 Author's initials IC: A Catered Christmas by Isis Crawford 3/6/26
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
💚 Character says I love you: No More Secrets by Lucy Score 3/2/25
Mod
DoneIreland Tour
March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
One Day by David Nicholls 1/3 3★
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
A Town Called Treachery by Mitch Jennings 7/3 4★
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner - Hannah & Jude go out for dinner
As the River Rises by Fiona McArthur 22/3 5★
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book where a character is described as serene or calm - Miss Marple
Sleeping Murder by Agatha Christie 15/3 4★
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book set in a small village
The Northern Lights Lodge by Julie Caplin 21/3 3★
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character explores a town - Savannah explores Riverboat Point
Riverboat Point by Tricia Stringer 17/3 3★
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum)
Interlude in Death by J.D. Robb 20/3 4★
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN - New England
The Skeleton Takes a Bow by Leigh Perry 2/3 3★
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book set at a pub
The Woman on the Bus by Pauline McLynn 16/3 4★
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book tagged Historical or history.
The Blitz Detective by Mike Hollow 9/3 4★
11, Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea - Nessa
The Frangipani Tree Mystery by Ovidia Yu 5/3 4★
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you - p.349
Guardians of the West by David Eddings 4/3 3.5★
Ireland TourDuration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Completed 3.23.25
Do one task for each place.
TASKS 12/12
1. Dublin
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Cooking at Home With Bridget & Julia: The TV Hosts of America's Test Kitchen Share Their Favorite Recipes for Feeding Family and Friends. Bridget Lancaster. 3.14.25
2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town
Twisted Tea Christmas. Laura Childs. 3.16.25
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character goes out for dinner. Carrie and Dylan go to dinner with their friends
Booked on Murder. Allison Brook. 3.14.25
4. Cliffs of Moher
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover
The Gods of Mars. Edgar Rice Burroughs. 3.7.25
5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a book is set in a small village (Saint Mary Mead).
THE BODY IN THE LIBRARY. Agatha Christie. 3.11.25
6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt. Lucinda Riley. 3.20.25
7. Dingle Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
Passions in Death. J.D. Robb. 3.3.25
8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island (Santa Tesla).
Killer Honeymoon. G.A. McKevett. 3.3.25
9. Doolin
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music.
The Little Paris Bookshop. Nina George. 3.19.25
10. Adare
☘️ Read a book with a cottage or house on the cover tagged Historical or history.
The Wedding Veil. Kristy Woodson Harvey. 3.8.25
11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea.
The Left-Handed Booksellers of London. Garth Nix. 3.10.25
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you
Drunk on Love. Jasmine Guillory. 3.1.25
COMPLETION POST 12 OUT OR 12HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!
With St Patrick's day around the corner I thought we could take a tour of Ireland home to St Patrick.
Ireland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
✅1. Dublin.
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
Jodie takes a walk on her first night in NYC
Someone Else's Bucket List by Amy T. Matthews Read 3/7/25
✅2. Galway
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
Sandwich by Catherine Newman Read 3/10/25
✅3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
Party Girl by Rachel Hollis Read 3/6/25 Taylor and Landon go out for dinner to Sonic
✅4. Cliffs of Moher
Towering over the Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs offer panoramic views that are both exhilarating and serene. Plus the surrounding landscape is equally impressive, with unique and precious wildlife and natural flora and fauna.
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER. Hope is calm when every one else is frantic.
Seven Dirty Secrets by Natalie D. Richards Read 3/27/25
✅5. Iveragh Peninsula
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
A Nun in the Closet by Dorothy Gilman. Read 3/13/25 small village in Pennsylvania
✅6. Killarney
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
A Long Stretch of Bad Days by Mindy McGinnis. Read 3/6/25. Lydia and Bristal explore their home town of Henley, Ohio.
✅7. Dingle Peninsula
You’ll find the Dingle Peninsula slightly northwest of Killarney. Its rugged coastline and charming villages create the ultimate Irish experience. Explore the Slea Head Drive for jaw-dropping vistas, and encounter ancient archaeological sites.
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum), Commissario Gudio Brunnetti takes a drive to the Questura
So Shall You Reap by Donna Leon. Read 3/23/25
✅8. Aran Islands
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
One of the Girls by Lucy Clarke Read 3/19/25 takes place on a small Greek Island called Aegos
✅9. Doolin
If your trip was inspired by the desire to hear Irish music, look no further than Doolin, a coastal village known as the “traditional music capital of Ireland.” Take a seat at Gus O'Connor's Pub or McDermott's Pub and enjoy hours of lively tunes, pint in hand. Doolin is also called the “gateway to the Aran Islands,” as the rocky isles are just offshore.
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova Maddy listens to music-her favorite Taylor Swift
✅10. Adare
Located southwest of Limerick, Adare was founded in the 13th century, and since then, it's become known as one of the most beautiful villages in the country. It’s a destination that captivates visitors with its “timeless charm, picture-perfect thatched cottages, historic architecture, and lush green landscapes.
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
A Memory of Violets by Hazel Gaynor. Read 3/15/25. Historical Fiction
✅11. Limerick
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK. Dorothy and Sam drink tea at Clery's Newsagent store
The Fairytale Life of Dorothy Gale by Virginia Kantra Read 3/21/25
✅12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Wicklow Mountains National Park is the largest of Ireland’s six national parks. Hikers and walkers have their choice of paths in this stunning region and movie buffs will want to make their way to Sally Gap, a recognizable setting from the 2007 film "P.S. I Love You."
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007. Judah tells Chanel and also Deon tells Chanel that they each love her
Hold You Down by Tracy Brown. Read 3/15/25.
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With St Patrick's day around the corner I thought we could take a tour of Ireland home to St Patrick.
Ireland Tour
Duration: March 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Do one task for each place.
TASKS
1. Dublin
There’s a good chance you’ll start your Irish adventure in Dublin, home to Dublin Castle, Trinity College Dublin, the National Museum of Ireland, and the Guinness Storehouse. It’s a walkable city, so you’ll be able to explore most of it in just a day or two. For an extra dose of history and a drink, of course, make your way to The Brazen Head, the oldest pub in Dublin.
☘️ Read a book set at a college or where a character goes for a walk or where the authors initials can be found in DUBLIN.
2. Galway
The bohemian atmosphere and lively arts scene are two reasons you’ll want to visit the harbor city during your journey. Unlike Dublin, where you may feel the need to see as much as possible, Galway is a bit more low-key. Travelers can stroll through cobblestone streets, savor traditional music in local pubs, and experience the enchanting landscapes of Connemara that surround this charismatic city.
☘️ Read a book set in a coastal town or tagged as music or where the first letter of each title word can be found in GALWAY. ( Two word minimum).
3. Kinsale / Old Head of Kinsale
In Kinsale, there are beautiful views of the harbor. If it’s a nice day, stretch your legs along the 3.7-mile Scilly Walk before heading to Bulman Bar & Restaurant for dinner. The Old Head of Kinsale has a “world-class golf course on many golfer's lists. It’s only about a 20-minute drive from the town, but it stands alone as its own destination.
☘️ Read a book where a character plays golf or a book which is number 20 in a series or where a character goes out for dinner.
4. Cliffs of Moher
Towering over the Atlantic Ocean, the cliffs offer panoramic views that are both exhilarating and serene. Plus the surrounding landscape is equally impressive, with unique and precious wildlife and natural flora and fauna.
☘️ Read a book with cliffs or mountains on the cover or where a character is described as serene or calm or where the authors initials can be found in MOHER.
5. Iveragh Peninsula
The Iveragh Peninsula is a stunning stretch of heritage in southwestern Ireland that offers a picturesque escape into nature’s awaiting embrace. Many travelers choose to explore the area via the Ring of Kerry, the scenic drive that encircles the peninsula. The route’s popularity stems from the fact that the 111-mile journey is accented by incredible landscapes, small villages, and top-tier views of the Atlantic Ocean
☘️ Read a book where a character gets a ring or where a book is set in a small village or where the authors initials can be found in IVERAGH.
6. Killarney
If you decide to complete the Ring of Kerry scenic drive, you’ll come across Killarney. Take the time to explore the town and it’s very walkable. Nearby Killarney National Park should not be overlooked. Within the park, you'll find the three famous Killarney lakes, which provide breathtaking views as they sit beside the mountain range, and Torc Waterfall, one of the most spectacular in Ireland and best viewed after heavy rain.
☘️ Read a book where a character looks at a waterfall or where a character explores a town or where the authors initials can be found in KILLARNEY.
7. Dingle Peninsula
You’ll find the Dingle Peninsula slightly northwest of Killarney. Its rugged coastline and charming villages create the ultimate Irish experience. Explore the Slea Head Drive for jaw-dropping vistas, and encounter ancient archaeological sites.
☘️ Read a book where a character takes part in an archaeological dig or were a character takes a drive or where the first letter of each title word can be found in DINGLE PENINSULA. (Three word minimum),
8. Aran Islands
Inishmore, Inishmaan, and Inisheer make up the Aran Islands, a place known for its ruins and sacred sites. The islands unfold a tale of timeless elegance against the backdrop of the Atlantic's gentle embrace. If you’re already in Galway, you can take the seasonal ferry directly from the city to the islands.
☘️ Read a book set on an island or where a character takes a ferry or where the first letter of the location can be found in ARAN.
9. Doolin
If your trip was inspired by the desire to hear Irish music, look no further than Doolin, a coastal village known as the “traditional music capital of Ireland.” Take a seat at Gus O'Connor's Pub or McDermott's Pub and enjoy hours of lively tunes, pint in hand. Doolin is also called the “gateway to the Aran Islands,” as the rocky isles are just offshore.
☘️ Read a book where a character listens to music or set at a pub or with a character called Gus.
10. Adare
Located southwest of Limerick, Adare was founded in the 13th century, and since then, it's become known as one of the most beautiful villages in the country. It’s a destination that captivates visitors with its “timeless charm, picture-perfect thatched cottages, historic architecture, and lush green landscapes.
☘️ Read a book that is 13th in a series or with a cottage or house on the cover or tagged Historical or history.
11. Limerick
Vibrant weekend markets with pop-up restaurants and sidewalk musicians performing in front of colorful murals are all part of the Limerick experience. Aside from being well-known for a 13th century castle, King John’s Castle, along the River Shannon, the city is also home to one of the country’s top hotels: Adare Manor. Even if you’re not staying at the hotel, it’s worth a visit to experience their afternoon tea in The Gallery room.
☘️ Read a book where a character drinks tea or a character named Shannon or John or where the authors initials can be found in LIMERICK.
12. Wicklow Mountains National Park
Wicklow Mountains National Park is the largest of Ireland’s six national parks. Hikers and walkers have their choice of paths in this stunning region and movie buffs will want to make their way to Sally Gap, a recognizable setting from the 2007 film "P.S. I Love You."
☘️Read a book where a character says I love you or that is sixth in a series or published in 2007.
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