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Please copy the template and add it as a comment below.Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
ParticipantsAnastasia 20/20
Ayacchi 16/20
Claire 19/20
Fiona 19/20
Gillis 9/20
Jasmine 20/20
KayLynn 20/20
Lucy 0/20
Melissa 0/20
Nadine 15/20
Nistha 16/20
5 points for completing 10 tasksAnastasia
Jasmine
Ayacchi
Claire
Fiona
KayLynn
Nadine
Nistha
10 points for completing 20 tasksAnastasia
KayLynn
Jasmine
FlowersBooks completed 20/20 COMPLETED 30/08/2025
✅Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
Title:
Night Work Author: Steve Higgs
Date Completed: 07/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
How it fits: First victim is killed as abusing his wife who develops a relationship with a female police officer
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
✅Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Title:
The Tao of PoohAuthor: Benjamin Hoff
Date Completed: 29/08/205
Task: 2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
How it fits: Title starts with T
✅Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
Title:
Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College TownAuthor: Jon Krakauer
Date Completed: 04/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
How it fits: PEONY in title
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
✅Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Title:
Louisiana HotshotAuthor: Julie Smith
Date Completed: 03/08/2025
Task: 2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
How it fits: Talba Wallis hunts into her background and transforms herself into a detective
✅Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Title:
Nearly Dead in IowaAuthor: Wendy Byrne
Date Completed: 12/08/2025
Task: 2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
How it fits: Set in small rural town in Iowa
✅Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Title:
Her Silent BonesAuthor: Pamela Fagan Hutchins
Date Completed: 15/08/2025
Task: 2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
How it fits: Set in spring
✅Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Title:
The Snake, the Crocodile and the DogAuthor: Elizabeth Peters
Date Completed: 16/08/2025
Task: 2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
How it fits: Amelia Peabody takes on role as a healer
✅Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
Title:
UncagedAuthor: John Sandford
Date Completed: 11/08/2025
Task: 1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
How it fits: Suspense novel with plenty of twists
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
✅Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Title:
Ice Cream MurderAuthor: Leighann Dobbs
Date Completed: 01/08/2025
Task: 2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
How it fits: Themes of friendship amongst The Ladies Detective Club and with Lexy
✅Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Title:
The Stranger Beside MeAuthor: Ann Rule
Date Completed: 02/08/2025
Task: 2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
How it fits: Ted Bundy was described as charming and handsome but underneath his mask he was a sadistic killer
✅Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Title:
The Return of the KingAuthor: J.R.R. Tolkien
Date Completed: 09/08/2025
Task: 2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
How it fits: Frodo overcomes adversity to destroy the ring
✅Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
Title:
Charles Kingsford Smith and Those Magnificent MenAuthor: Peter FitzSimons
Date Completed: 10/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
How it fits: Historical war themed book
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
✅Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Title:
Jaw BreakerAuthor: Alex Smith
Date Completed: 21/08/2025
Task: 2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
How it fits: The team go on a team building retreat and spa
✅Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
Title:
Eat Smarter: Use the Power of Food to Reboot Your Metabolism, Upgrade Your Brain, and Transform Your LifeAuthor: Shawn Stevenson
Date Completed: 08/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
How it fits: Orange cover
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
✅Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
Title:
Bonded in DeathAuthor: J.D. Robb
Date Completed: 18/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
How it fits: Iris is a character in the book, one of the twelve
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
✅Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Title:
Apple Strudel AlibiAuthor: H.Y. Hanna
Date Completed: 11/08/2025
Task: 2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
How it fits: one U and two I's in title
✅Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
Title:
The Red Thumb Mark Author: R. Austin Freeman
Date Completed: 29/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
How it fits: Red cover
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
✅Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Title:
Zen and the Art of HappinessAuthor: Chris Prentiss
Date Completed: 30/08/2025
Task: 2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
How it fits: Title starts with Z
✅Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
Title:
The Ninth GraveAuthor: Stefan Ahnhem
Date Completed: 10/08/2025
Task: 1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
How it fits: Blue cover
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
✅Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
Title:
Immortal in DeathAuthor: J.D. Robb
Date Completed: 04/08/2025
Task: 2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
How it fits: Eve gets married at the end
20/20 finished 13/10/25Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Title: The Sun Sister
Author: Lucinda Riley
Date Completed: 27/09/25
Task: a
How it fits: American Cecily finds an abandoned native baby in Kenya and sacrifices everything else in her life to protect the baby. She is forbidden by society to have the child as her own so has to pretend its her maids baby.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Title: Terror in Topaz
Author: A.M. Stuart
Date Completed: 01/09/25
Task: 2
How it fits: Title starts with a T
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Title: Stuck Up and Stupid
Author: Angourie Rice
Date Completed: 14/09/25
Task: 2
How it fits:
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Title: Agony in Amethyst
Author: A.M. Stuart
Date Completed: 03/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits: Based in Singapore
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Title: Little House on the Prairie
Author: Laura Ingalls Wilder
Date Completed: 21/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: They travel from Wisconsin to Kansas, and there, finally, Pa builds their little house on the prairie.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Title: Memoirs of a Geisha
Author: Arthur Golden
Date Completed: 16/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits: The true confessions of one of Japan's most celebrated geisha.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Title: Maybe Next Time
Author: Cesca Major
Date Completed: 13/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits: Emma keeps reliving the same day again and again in a groundhog day like story.
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Title: The Heights
Author: Louise Candlish
Date Completed: 22/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits: The Heights is a tall, slender apartment building among warehouses in London. Its roof terrace is so discreet, you wouldn’t know it existed if you weren’t standing at the window of the flat directly opposite. But you are. And that’s when you see a man up there—a man you’d recognize anywhere. He may be older now, but it’s definitely him.But that can’t be because he’s been dead for over two years. You know this for a fact. Because you’re the one who killed him.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Title: The Princess Search
Author: Melanie Cellier
Date Completed: 19/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: this spin on the classic fairy tale, an ugly duckling must discover her true worth in order to save her kingdom and maybe even find true love. Making lots of friends along the way.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Title: The Storm Sister
Author: Lucinda Riley
Date Completed: 17/09/25
Task: 2
How it fits: A couple sail professionally and while the ocean can be peaceful and provide beautiful sunsets it can have traumatic and fatal storms.
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Title: The Woman in Me
Author: Britney Spears
Date Completed: 04/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: Britney escapes the conserver ship holds of her greedy family.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Title: The Phoenix Pencil Company
Author: Allison King
Date Completed: 13/10/25
Task: 1
How it fits: set around WWII
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Title: Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children: A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals
Author: Phil Christie
Date Completed: 26/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits: Once you understand your PDA child, its like unlocking a door it changes your chaos life to help towards a peaceful home life.
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
Title: The Priory of the Orange Tree
Author: Samantha Shannon
Date Completed: 09/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits:
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Title: Cockatoo Cove
Author: Maya Linnell
Date Completed: 01/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits:
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Title: The Figurine
Author: Victoria Hislop
Date Completed: 29/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: Title has ix2 and ux1
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Title: The Big Bad Wolf
Author: James Patterson
Date Completed: 02/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: This song was featured in the 1933 United Artists animated short, Three Little Pigs, produced by Walt Disney and directed by Burt Gillett.
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Title: Zoo
Author: James Patterson
Date Completed: 06/09/25
Task: 2
How it fits: Title starts with Z
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Title: The Four-Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life
Author: Durenda Wilson
Date Completed: 04/08/25
Task: 1
How it fits:
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
Title: The Marriage
Author: K.L. Slater
Date Completed: 24/08/25
Task: 2
How it fits: Ten years ago he killed my son. Today I married him.
16/20✔ Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
Zero Gravity 3 by Ryo Azuki (5 Sep) － every occurrence in the story is driven by love
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
✔ Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Thirst by Varsha Bajaj (5 Sep)
✔ Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Lovely Decoration by Kaoru Igarashi (10 Ags)
✔ Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware (9 Sep) － the story set in a faraway place
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
✔ Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
さめない街の喫茶店 2 Samenai Machi no Kissaten 2 by はしゃ (18 Sep) － joy of baking and eating something delicious
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
✔ Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
Growing Up Nuts, vol. 1 by Haruka Fukushima (10 Ags)
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
✔ Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
Entrok by Okky Madasari (11 Ags) － the MCs attempted to break free from the constraints of the past to forge a new identity
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
✔ Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
Dua Dini Hari by Chandra Bientang (17 Ags) － it has layered intrigue and unexpected ending
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
✔ Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
The Mystery of the Vanished Prince by Enid Blyton (13 Sep) － the MCs are best friend
✔ Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (29 Ags) － the setting and the characters are both beautiful and dangerous
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
✔ Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Hargai Diri Sendiri dan Berhentilah Tersakiti by Yoo Eun-jung (27 Ags) － it's a self-help book focusing on self-care
✔ Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
Baby Love, Vol. 3 by Ayumi Shiina (23 Sep)
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
✔ Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Baby Love, Vol. 1 by Ayumi Shiina (22 Sep)
✔ Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
Baby Love, Vol. 8 by Ayumi Shiina (29 Sep) － in chapter 39, Shuuhei was drinking tea in Seara's house
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
✔ Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Zero Gravity 2 by Ryo Azuki (5 Sep)
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
✔ Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it
Baby Love, Vol. 9 by Ayumi Shiina (4 Oct) － there's a scene where the MC having a wedding, but turns out it was only a daydream
20/ 20 - CompletedRose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot. The Executioners Three by Susan Dennard - forbidden love between school rivals
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles). Theme Music by T. Marie Vandelly - starts with T
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%). Pink Slime by Fernanda Trías
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation. The Wedding People by Alison Espach - person transformation of our MC from suicidal and depressed to someone who finally accpeted herself
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy. You've Found Oliver by Dustin Thao - radiates hope and joy in overcoming grief and appreciating universe
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.Butter by Asako Yuzuki - set in Japan
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism. As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow - protagonist is in a caring role of doctor / nurse for patients in Syria
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists. The Coworker by Freida McFadden - precisely this
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship. My Friends by Fredrik Backman - about friendship
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden - interplays between smitten by beauty and exposing to danger
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity. The Sword of Kaigen by M.L. Wang - Misaki overcomes extreme adversity in the aftermath of a war
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict. It Would Be Night in Caracas by Karina Sainz Borgo - conflict in Venezuela
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul. The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty - deals with these concepts and how you one acts when one comes of certain age and responsibilities - transformation of relationship
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count. Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty - 512 pages
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover. Yellowface by R.F. Kuang - eye on cover
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence). Ch 14 Fish Swimming in Dappled Sunlight by Riku Onda“I look for something to cling on to, and reach for the bottle of tea. The bottle has been sweating inside the plastic bag and is damp, just like me. I drain a cup of lukewarm tea in one gulp and immediately pour another.”"
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%). The Tenant by Freida McFadden - red cover
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Zinnia Rose in Chains by Julie Soto - free skip
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%). The House with the Golden Door - blue cover -
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist. Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney
2. Read a book with a wedding in it. - shocking twist (but very poorly done)
FlowersBooks completed 19/20
Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
King of Nothing by Mona Black August 12 - romance, passion and forbidden love in the book
Tulip
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Third Girl by Agatha Christie August 13 - starts with T
Peony
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
If All Else Sails by Emma St. Clair September 11 - 63.3% pink
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
Der Leuchtturm am Ende der Welt by Jules Verne August 16 - set on an exotic Argentinian island
Sunflower
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Der Donnerstagsmordclub und der unlösbare Code by Richard Osman October 8 - set in a bright, rural environment
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
Die Stadt und ihre ungewisse Mauer by Haruki Murakami September 13 - set in Japan
Lily
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Death Comes to the Village by Catherine Lloyd August 9 - FMC nurses MMC back to health
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia August 2 - MPG Mystery
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
Seven Reasons to Murder Your Dinner Guests by K.J. Whittle September 24 - rich ensemble of characters that get together for dinner
Jasmine
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Come Out, Come Out by Alexia Onyx August 26 - Interplay of beauty and danger in love, to do with death
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds by Jennifer Moorman October 15 - vintage feel because it is partly set in 1920s
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
Murder in Highbury by Vanessa Kelly September 15 - historical fiction about loss and conflict
Lavender
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Murder on Line One by Jeremy Vine September 10 - about healing from deaths
Marigold
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
The Wedding Deal by Cindi Madsen August 10 - 312 pages
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Hibiscus
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case by Violet Marsh August 24 - oUr dear mIss h. Is on the case
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
Ein Cookie für den Dämon by Annette Marie September 18 - 73.7% red
Zinnia
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Zwei fürs Leben by Julia Hanel September 19 - starts with Z
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
The Lost Girl of Astor Street by Stephanie Morrill August 20 - 56.1% blue
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
Station 22. Wo bist du sicher? by Anne Elvedal September 12 - had a shocking plot twist
FlowersCompleted 0/20
Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
Flowers Completed: 0/20Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
16/20 completed✓ Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot. - Fourth Wing, Rebecca Yarros, finished 19-Aug. The romance between Violet and Xaden drives the plot.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
✓ Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title. - The Stationery Shop, Marjan Kamali, finished 01-Aug.
✓ Orchid
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation. - How to Deal with Angry People: 10 Strategies for Facing Anger at Home, at Work and Online, Ryan Martin, finished 06-Aug. A self-help book focused on personal growth.
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
✓ Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan. - Tales from the Café, Toshikazu Kawaguchi, finished 13-Sep.
✓ Lily
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism. - Small Rain, Garth Greenwell, finished 09-Sep. The protagonist has taught high school through to university level for many years.
✓ Dahlia
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence. - Death of the Author, Nnedi Okorafor, finished 11-Sep. The narrative style is very unique in containing full chapters of an in-universe book between the main plotline.
✓ Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas. - I Who Have Never Known Men, Jacqueline Harpman, finished 30-Aug. The story follows the main character and 39 other women as they go through their trials.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
✓ Magnolia
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity. - How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water, Angie Cruz, finished 02-Oct. Cara overcomes a lot of adversity, especially related to her ex-husband and her mother.
✓ Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict. - The Poppy War, R.F. Kuang, finished 13-Aug. A historical-based fantasy that contemplates the devastating impact and choices made during war.
✓ Lavender
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul. - Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Emily + Amelia Nagoski, finished 08-Aug. The book empowers the reader to rest, heal, and practice self-compassion.
✓ Marigold
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count. - Luminous, Silvia Park, finished 27-Aug. 385 pages.
✓ Iris
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover. - The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Suzanne Collins, finished 28-Nov. Bird's eye on cover.
✓ Hibiscus
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title. - The Unplugged Hours: Cultivating a Life of Presence in a Digitally Connected World, Hannah Brencher, finished 08-Oct.
✓ Carnation
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric. - When the Moon Hits Your Eye, John Scalzi, finished 24-Oct. Inspired by the song That's Amore by Dean Martin.
✓ Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion. - A Short Stay in Hell, Steven L. Peck, finished 18-Sep.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
✓ Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist. - Iron Flame, Rebecca Yarros, finished 24-Sep. The shocking final plot twist is that (view spoiler).
Rose1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth.
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
20/ 20FINISHED
✔️Rose
1. Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
Ariadne
Jennifer Saint 350 p. 7 august2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
✔️Tulip
1. Read a historical fiction novel set during the Dutch Golden Age to capture the tulip’s cultural legacy.
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Texel
Susan Muskee 14 august 172 p.✔️Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
De vrouw in de moeder
Uwe Porters 17 august 208 p.✔️Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
2. Choose a narrative that focuses on personal transformation.
Weg met Eddy Bellegueule
Édouard Louis 22 august 202 p.✔️Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
De gelukkigste man ter wereld
Eddie Jaku 207 p. 8 august2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
✔️Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
Book: De Cherry Blossom Bookshop
Author: Takuya Asakura
Read: 24 november
Pages: 242
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
✔️Lily
1. Read a novel that explores themes of rebirth. Tussen heden en morgen
Jenny Erpenbeck 6 october2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
✔️Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
Het hoge noorden
Ulf Kvensler 22 august 432 p.2. Read a book known for its bold narrative style or dramatic storytelling that resonates with the Dahlia’s striking presence.
✔️Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
2. Read a story that emphasizes themes of friendship.
De onttoverden
Marie Vareille 288 p. 10 august✔️Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
Het kleine café in Kopenhagen
Julie Caplin 22 august 397 2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
✔️Magnolia
1. Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Geschiedenis van geweld
Édouard Louis 21 august 206 p.✔️Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
Een dag uit het leven van Abed Salama: een palestijnse tragedie Nathan Thrall 281 p. 8 august2. Choose a book that meditates on the fleeting nature of life or beauty.
✔️Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
Lie With Me
Philippe Besson 149 p. 23 august2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
✔️Marigold
1. Read a book with an orange or yellow cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
De verloren erfgenaam
Jennifer Lynn Barnes 20 august 373 p.✔️Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
Iedereen wist het: ze kreeg zes kinderen van haar vader en niemand deed iets Lydia Gouardo 27 september 207 p.✔️Hibiscus
1. Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
De familiereünie
Tatiana de Rosnay 25 august 229 p.✔️Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
Een moordgids voor antiekverzamelaars
C.L. Miller 17 september 341 p.2. Read a book with a title inspired by a song title or lyric.
✔️Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Zwanenmeer Unni Lindell 28 august 344 p.✔️Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
Dromenvanger
Unni Lindell 444 p. 4 august2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
✔️Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
Gijs Wilbrink 24 september 399 p. 2. Read a book with a wedding in it.
FLOWERS20/20 completed - FINISHED!
Rose
Book:
The Gargoyle Gets His GirlAuthor: Kristen Painter
Date completed: August 24, 2025
Task: Read a novel where romance, passion, or even forbidden love drives the plot.
How it fits: Paranormal Romance. Willa accidentally charms a ring that causes a customer to fall madly in love with her. To the point of stalking and breaking in to her house. In swoops Nick to protect her and fall madly, desperately in love with her. Spoiler: It's reciprocated.
Tulip
Book:
Tomb of the Sun KingAuthor: Jacquelyn Benson
Date completed: October 4, 2025
Task: Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
How it fits: title: Tomb of the Sun King
Peony
Book:
Devil's FoodAuthor: Kerry Greenwood
Date completed: September 2, 2025
Task: Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
How it fits: Pink cover. (75.8%, per TinEye)
Orchid
Book:
Empire of ShadowsAuthor: Jacquelyn Benson
Date completed: August 25, 2025
Task: Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
How it fits: Set in Cayo District, Belize - the jungles of Middle America.
Sunflower
Book:
Boss Babe MurderAuthor: Sue Pepper
Date completed: September 26, 2025
Task: Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
How it fits: Book set in Jackson Hole, WY. A place teeming with life, be in the small town vibes, abundant outdoor activities, and animal life.
Cherry Blossom
Book:
Holy ShiftAuthor: Carrie Pulkinen
Date completed: October 10, 2025
Task: Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
How it fits: Set around Easter.
Lily
Book:
Smoldering HungerAuthor: Donna Grant
Date completed: September 11, 2025
Task: Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
How it fits: Sophie Martin is a doctor in an emergency room. She also pays home visit to patients who cannot travel.
Dahlia
Book:
The Faux Must Go OnAuthor: Christy Barritt
Date completed: September 4, 2025
Task: Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
How it fits: Joey Darling investigates a wellness organization and around each corner, the crimes and people involved keep getting deeper and deeper. The end conclusion and everyone involved was surprising.
Hydrangea
Book:
Forget Me NotAuthor: Shay Paris
Date completed: August 31, 2025
Task: Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines or a rich ensemble of characters that reflects the clustered nature of hydrangeas.
How it fits: The story alternates between Gracie and Ashley's POV as well as current events and events from 5 years ago. They also have a very diverse group of friends featured very heavily in the entire story.
Jasmine
Book:
A Letter from the Lonesome ShoreAuthor: Sylvie Cathrall
Date completed: August 29, 2025
Task: Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
How it fits: E, Henerey and their families must find a balance between exploring the beauty of the underwater city they have found, the need to get back home and how complicated and dangerous that is, and the danger of the predator lurking nearby that puts everyone's life at risk.
Magnolia
Book:
A Very Merry BromanceAuthor: Lyssa Kay Adams
Date completed: August 23, 2025
Task: Read a novel with a Southern or vintage feel, highlighting enduring charm and a strong sense of place.
How it fits: Colton and Gretchen live in Nashville, Tennessee, which has a charming southern Christmas vibe during the holidays. Colton is a country western singer, which is what the city of Nashville is famous for.
Poppy
Book:
A Radical Act of Free MagicAuthor: H.G. Parry
Date completed: September 22, 2025
Task: Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
How it fits: Covers the french/english wars of the early 1800s. Shows the loss of loved ones and the overall impact of war and a little bit of remembrance of those lost.
Lavender
Book:
The Haunting of AlejandraAuthor: V. Castro
Date completed: September 24, 2025
Task: Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
How it fits: Despite this book being horror, it is full of healing and self-care. Alejandra is in therapy and the conversations she has with her therapist are deep. One of the main hallmarks of the book is the healing of generational trauma and getting out of unhealthy relationships. It ends on a hopeful note.
Marigold
Book:
Forensics: What Bugs, Burns, Prints, DNA and More Tell Us About CrimeAuthor: Val McDermid
Date completed: September 1, 2025
Task: Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
How it fits: 310 pages
Iris
Book:
The Professor Woos the WitchAuthor: Kristen Painter
Date completed: September 29, 2025
Task: Read a book with an eye on the cover.
How it fits: Both people on the cover have at least one eye showing. The pumpkin also has eyes. :)
Hibiscus
Book:
Enola Holmes and the Black BaroucheAuthor: Nancy Springer
Date completed: August 27, 2025
Task: Read a book in which someone drinks tea (provide location and sentence).
How it fits: Pg 147 "At the nearest tea shop, we stopped to partake of that life-sustaining beverage along with a very late luncheon of..."
Carnation
Book:
Veridian Sterling Fakes ItAuthor: Jennifer Gooch Hummer
Date completed: September 27, 2025
Task: Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
How it fits: Red cover, 60.2%, per TinEye
Zinnia
Book:
Don't Let the Forest InAuthor: C.G. Drews
Date completed: October 3, 2025
Task: General Guidelines
How it fits: Using Free Skip.
Forget-Me-Not
Book:
DragonsongAuthor: Anne McCaffrey
Date completed: September 1, 2025
Task: Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
How it fits: Blue cover (56.1% per TinEye)
Ranunculus
Book:
Smoke and MirrorsAuthor: Cheryl Bradshaw
Date completed: August 26, 2025
Task: Read a book with a wedding in it.
How it fits: In Chapter 2, Sloane Monroe (main character) marries her long time boyfriend, Cade McCoy.
FLOWERS: 12/20 completed🌼Rose
2. Find and read a book that features the word “rose” in its title or where a central character is named Rose.
Book: Op rozen op Vlieland
Author: Roos Verlinden
Date completed: 28 Aug 2025
How it fits: 'Rozen' = 'Roses' in Dutch
🌼Tulip
2. Choose a book whose title begins with the letter “T” as a nod to tulips (not including articles).
Book: Tovenaarsglas
Author: Stephen King
Date completed: 29 Sep 2025
How it fits: title starts with the letter 'T'
Peony
1. Read a book with all letters of PEONY in the title.
2. Read a book with a pink cover (50+%).
🌼Orchid
1. Read a book set in a faraway, exotic place.
Book: Galapagos
Author: Michaël Olbrechts
Date completed: August 14, 2025
How it fits: The book is set in 'Floreana', one of the Galapagos isles in Ecuador
Sunflower
1. Read a novel that radiates hope or joy.
2. Pick a story set in a bright, rural environment where the landscape itself seems to celebrate life.
Cherry Blossom
1. Read a book set in Japan.
2. Find a story set in the springtime, symbolizing fresh beginnings.
🌼Lily
2. Choose a story featuring a protagonist in a caring or healing role (such as a nurse, teacher, or counselor) that reflects the lily’s gentle symbolism.
Book: Overleven
Author: Sandra Brown
Date completed: 14 Sep 2025
How it fits: One of the MC's, Brynn O’Neal, is a Medical Doctor.
🌼Dahlia
1. Dive into a mystery or suspense novel filled with layered intrigue and unexpected twists.
Het diner by Herman Koch - 10 Nov 2025 - (view spoiler)
🌼Hydrangea
1. Select a novel with multiple intertwining storylines
Mijn dochter in Frankrijk by Barbara Keating 6 Dec 2025 - the story consists of multiple storylines: present and past; children and parents
Jasmine
1. Read a book set in an enchanting, warm locale.
2. Choose a narrative that explores the nuanced interplay between beauty and danger.
🌼Magnolia
2. Pick a story where the protagonist overcomes adversity.
Finding Me by Viola Davis - 21 Nov 2025 - Viola Davis overcame a childhood of extreme poverty, abuse, racism, and hunger
🌼Poppy
1. Read a historical or war-themed novel that contemplates loss, remembrance, or the impact of conflict.
De witte roos by Amanda Barratt - 7 Oct 2025 - Set during WWII in Germany and tells the tale of some university students leading an intellectual resistance group in Nazi Germany, getting arrested and sentenced to death. Thus clearly contemplating the impact of conflict and remembering these students and their convictions.
Lavender
1. Read a reflective, introspective work that creates a calming atmosphere.
2. Choose a story centered on themes of healing, self-care, or transformation that soothes the soul.
🌼Marigold
2. Read a book with two numbers of 1753 in the page count.
De komst van Joachim Stiller by Hubert Lampo - 17 Sep 2025 - 217 Pages
Iris
1. Read a book with a character or the author named Iris.
2. Read a book with an eye on the cover.
🌼 Hibiscus
2. Read a book with two I's and one U in the title.
Buitengewoon briljante wezens by Shelby Van Pelt - 17 Oct 2025
🌼 Carnation
1. Read a book with a red cover (50+%).
Wolven van de Calla by Stephen King - 7 Nov 2025
Zinnia
1. Read a book with MPG Religion.
2. Read a book that starts with a Z.
Forget-Me-Not
1. Read a book with a blue cover (50+%).
2. Read a book with a hyphen in the title.
🌼Ranunculus
1. Read a book with a shocking plot twist.
Tien Kleine Negertjes by Agatha Christie - 30 Dec 2025 (view spoiler)
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Bookish Challenges
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Tien Kleine Negertjes (other topics)Mijn dochter in Frankrijk (other topics)
Rose in Chains (other topics)
Fish Swimming in Dappled Sunlight (other topics)
De Cherry Blossom Bookshop (other topics)
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Authors mentioned in this topic
Agatha Christie (other topics)Barbara Keating (other topics)
Julie Soto (other topics)
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Takuya Asakura (other topics)
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The Challenge
1. Please create one comment as a space for all your completions. No new thread will be made.
2. This challenge is for 20 books, one for each item on the list. Each has 2 tasks and you need to read for one of the two tasks. You can read in any order. You will receive one point for each completed task. Additionally, you will receive 5 points for completing 10 books and 10 points for all 20 books.
3. Skips:
You have 1 free skip available. In the Q&A thread, let me know which item you would like to use it for, and read a book that meets the general guidelines instead.
For more skips:
Spend 2 points to skip an item and read one of the remaining 38 tasks instead. Example: You want to skip Rose, so you read both tasks of Tulip (one to complete Tulip, one to complete Rose).
Spend 5 points to skip an item and read a book that meets the general guidelines instead.
4. Put the completion post below for each book completed in your message
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6. Only books completed from August 01, 2025, will be accepted.
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