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message 1: by Tammie (last edited Apr 19, 2016 07:32PM) (new)

Tammie | 2006 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge

�1. 'M' is for May:
Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'
��2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of �​Becca's Shelves� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
��3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
10: Read a book of your choice

You can choose 3, 5, 8 or all 10 categories depending on your reading speed, book availability and/or time commitment.

When posting your challenge progress, please make sure to put the date/s when you finished your book/s.

Please re-post your progress as it helps when updating.

Happy reading!


message 2: by Tammie (last edited Jun 02, 2016 07:49AM) (new)

Tammie | 2006 comments May Finishers!
Just a bit of extra recognition for those who were able to finish their challenge this month...congratulations to ALL Readers!
Christine
Fran
Mai
Jonquil
Sandra
NayNay
Netanella
Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress
Tina Theresa
Susan A
Sana
Katherine
Shelby
Ethel
Angie
Susan
MyzanM
Tien
Candace
Zorina
Amanda A
Tammie
KarenH
Gea
LaurLa
MountainKat
Becky
Ranzes Ryne
KathyD
Danielle
Barbara
Penney
Rachel C
Bookchaser
Taylor
Cecily
Mandi
Amy
Emily
Lacy


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message 5: by Bookchaser (last edited Apr 28, 2016 11:58PM) (new)

Bookchaser | 2008 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge


0/10 Completed


0�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
The Striker by Monica McCarty
0​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month ~ Becca: Read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
Summer at Mustang Ridge by Jesse Hayworth
OR
Just This Once by Rosalind James
OR
Once Upon a Tower by Eloisa James
0​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author ~Dakota Cassidy: Read one book written byâ€� Dakota Cassidy or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
River Marked by Patricia Briggs
OR
A Love Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Harmonia's Kiss by Deborah Cooke
04. "May the 4th be with you!": Read a science fiction romance or time travel romance. Or, in honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC.
The Skypirate by Justine Davis
OR
Theron Destiny by Rebecca Lorino Pond
OR
Contact by Susan Grant
05. Cinco de Mayo Day: Read a book set in Mexico or a book with an Hispanic person as a MC. Or read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind. Or read a book with the number '5' in the page count.
How to Marry a Marquis by Julia Quinn
OR
Stirring Up Trouble by Kimberly Kincaid
OR
Sugar on Top by Marina Adair
06. Mother's Day (May 8): Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC. Or read a book written by a woman.
Swan Point by Sherryl Woods
OR
Waking Up in Charleston by Sherryl Woods
07. International Nurse Day (May 12): This was the birthday of Florence Nightingale. Read any book involving the MC in health care. Or read a book with an MC whose first or last name starts with 'F' or 'N'.
The Scam by Janet Evanovich
OR
Jacked Up by Erin McCarthy
08. Friday the 13th: Read a book that involves an MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character. Or read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books in the series. Or read a book with 13 or more chapters.
Dragon Warrior by Janet Chapman
OR
Shards of Hope by Nalini Singh
OR
Best of My Love by Susan Mallery
09. Memorial Day (May 30): A day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
Only a Promise by Mary Balogh
OR
Parallel Heat by Deidre Knight
10. Read a book of your choice:
Daisy by Leigh Greenwood



XXX The Striker (Highland Guard, #10) by Monica McCarty XXX Summer at Mustang Ridge (Mustang Ridge, #1) by Jesse Hayworth XXX Just This Once (Escape to New Zealand, #1) by Rosalind James XXX Once Upon a Tower (Fairy Tales, #5) by Eloisa James XXX River Marked (Mercy Thompson, #6) by Patricia Briggs XXX A Love Untamed (Feral Warriors, #7) by Pamela Palmer XXX Harmonia's Kiss (Dragonfire, #4.5) by Deborah Cooke XXX The Skypirate (Coalition, #2) by Justine Davis XXX Theron Destiny (Brides of Theron, #1) by Rebecca Lorino Pond XXX Contact by Susan Grant XXX How to Marry a Marquis (Agents of the Crown, #2) by Julia Quinn XXX Stirring Up Trouble (Pine Mountain, #3) by Kimberly Kincaid XXX Sugar on Top (Sugar, Georgia, #2) by Marina Adair XXX Swan Point (The Sweet Magnolias #11) by Sherryl Woods XXX Waking Up in Charleston (The Charleston Trilogy, #3) by Sherryl Woods XXX The Scam (Fox and O'Hare, #4) by Janet Evanovich XXX Jacked Up (Fast Track, #6) by Erin McCarthy XXX Dragon Warrior (Midnight Bay, #2) by Janet Chapman XXX Shards of Hope (Psy-Changeling, #14) by Nalini Singh XXX Best of My Love (Fool's Gold, #20) by Susan Mallery XXX Only a Promise (The Survivors' Club, #5) by Mary Balogh XXX Parallel Heat (Midnight Warriors, #2) by Deidre Knight XXX Daisy (Seven Brides, #5) by Leigh Greenwood XXX


message 6: by Sandra (last edited May 11, 2016 05:21PM) (new)

Sandra | 712 comments I'm In!

�1 'M' is for May - Southern Comfort - Mari Carr - 6 MAY
�2 book published in 2013 - Picture Perfect - Alessandra Thomas - 11 MAY
�3 a book with 'Humor' - 3:AM Kisses - Addison Moore - 12 MAY
�4 hero for a MC - Private Bodyguard - Tyler Anne Snell - 5 MAY
�5 no '5' in the page count - Debt Inheritance - Pepper Winters (255 pgs) - 1 MAY
�6 book written by a woman - One with You - Sylvia Day - 1 MAY
�7 MC name starting with 'N' - Nila Weaver - First Debt - Pepper Winters - 1 MAY
�8 book with 13 or more chapters - Second Debt - Pepper Winters - 2 MAY
�9 red on the cover� - Sinful Seduction - Katie Reus - 5 MAY
�10 Readers Choice - Lucian - Bethany-Kris - 11 MAY

Southern Comfort (Compass Brothers, #2) by Mari Carr Picture Perfect (Picturing Perfect, #1) by Alessandra Thomas 3 AM Kisses (3 AM Kisses, #1) by Addison Moore Private Bodyguard (Orion Security #1) by Tyler Anne Snell Debt Inheritance (Indebted, #1) by Pepper Winters One with You (Crossfire, #5) by Sylvia Day First Debt (Indebted, #2) by Pepper Winters Second Debt (Indebted, #3) by Pepper Winters Sinful Seduction (Red Stone Security, #8) by Katie Reus Lucian (Filthy Marcellos, #1) by Bethany-Kris


message 7: by Katie (last edited May 31, 2016 08:40PM) (new)

Katie | 2083 comments RRRC May Monthly Challenge
9/10 read


1. M is for May: Mister O - 5/20, 4 stars
2. Member of the Month: Bikers and Tinsel - 5/27, 2 stars
3. Feature Author Challenge: Savage Urges - 5/10, 3 stars
4. May the 4th Be With You!: Redeeming Zorus - 5/30, 3 stars
5. Cinco de Mayo: Lawful Lover - 5/27, 1 star
6. Mother's Day: Slow Heat - 5/14, 3 stars
7. International Nurse Day: Instant Gratification - 5/19, 3 stars
8. Friday the 13th: Vampires in America: The Vignettes, Volume 1 - 5/31, 2 stars
9. Memorial Day: Love, Hypothetically
10. Reader's Choice: Divine Descendant - 5/23, 3 stars


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Bookchaser | 2008 comments The link to Becca's shelves isn't working for me. Am I the only one having this problem?


message 9: by Sandra (new)

Sandra | 712 comments Bookchaser wrote: "The link to Becca's shelves isn't working for me. Am I the only one having this problem?"

Not just you. Not working for me either.


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Bookchaser | 2008 comments Sandra wrote: "Bookchaser wrote: "The link to Becca's shelves isn't working for me. Am I the only one having this problem?"

Not just you. Not working for me either."


Okay. Thanks. I guess I'll work on the other categories until that gets fixed.


message 12: by Barbara � (last edited May 31, 2016 04:51PM) (new)

Barbara ★ | 3876 comments I think I can only claim 8 this month but will definitely search for the other 2.

READ: 9/8

​â¶Ä‹âœ”2. Member of the Month: Becca: One Lucky Vampire - Lynsay Sands (pub 2013)
✔​â¶Ä�3. (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy: Dragon Storm- Katie MacAlister (dragon shifters) 5/17
�4. "May the 4th be with you!": Born of Silence - Sherrilyn Kenyon (sci-fi) 5/16
�5. Cinco de Mayo Day!: The First Sin - Cheyenne McCray (353 pages) 5/12
�6. Mother's Day: Shadow Rites - Faith Hunter (female author) 5/10
�7. International Nurse Day: Born of Ashes - Caris Roane (heroine is Fiona) 5/11
�8. Friday the 13th: The Future Falls - Tanya Huff (m.c. is a witch) 5/19
�9. Memorial Day: Pies and Prejudice - Ellery Adams (murder victim dies) 5/20
�10: Choice: White Night - Jim Butcher 5/4

One Lucky Vampire (Argeneau, #19) by Lynsay Sands Dragon Storm (Dragon Falls, #2) by Katie MacAlister Born of Silence (The League, #5) by Sherrilyn Kenyon The First Sin (Lexi Steele, #1) by Cheyenne McCray Shadow Rites (Jane Yellowrock, #10) by Faith Hunter Born of Ashes (Guardians of Ascension, #4) by Caris Roane The Future Falls (Gale Women, #3) by Tanya Huff Pies and Prejudice (A Charmed Pie Shoppe Mystery #1) by Ellery Adams White Night (The Dresden Files, #9) by Jim Butcher

CHALLENGE COMPLETE


message 13: by Tammie (last edited Apr 19, 2016 07:36PM) (new)

Tammie | 2006 comments Hey everyone....Sorry for the inconvenience...Becca's link is fixed...for you history buffs I put a link in for Florence N as well. ;)


message 14: by Danielle Gypsy Soul (last edited May 31, 2016 03:51PM) (new)

Danielle  Gypsy Soul (afdaniellet) | 1055 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge
Read 10/10

� 1 'M' is for May - Morgan's Hunter by Cate Beauman 5/6 ★★
� 2 book published in 2013 - The Cop Who Stole Christmas by Christie Craig 5/17 ★★★★
� 3 A book with Shapeshifters - Outfoxed by Love by Eve Langlais 5/18 ★★★★
� 4 hero for a MC - The Way Home by Cindy Gerard 5/9 ★★★★
� 5 Number '5' in the page count - At Any Cost by Mandy Baxter (352 pgs) 5/21 ★★★★
� 6 book written by a woman - Seducing the Fireman by Jennifer Bonds 5/1 ★★�
� 7 MC first or last name starting with 'N' - The Job by Janet Evanovich 5/16 ★★★★�
� 8 MC is a witch - Wicked Burn by Rebecca Zanetti 5/8 ★★★★�
� 9 MC is in the Armed Forces - I Own the Dawn by M.L. Buchman 5/31 ★★★★
� 10 Readers Choice - Alex by Sawyer Bennett 5/22 ★★★★�


Morgan's Hunter (The Bodyguards Of L.A. County, #1) by Cate Beauman The Cop Who Stole Christmas (Tall, Hot & Texan, #2) by Christie Craig Outfoxed by Love (Kodiak Point, #2) by Eve Langlais The Way Home (One-Eyed Jacks #2) by Cindy Gerard At Any Cost (U.S. Marshals #4) by Mandy Baxter Seducing the Fireman (Risky Business #3) by Jennifer Bonds The Job (Fox and O'Hare, #3) by Janet Evanovich Wicked Burn (Realm Enforcers, #3) by Rebecca Zanetti I Own the Dawn (The Night Stalkers, #2) by M.L. Buchman Alex (Cold Fury Hockey, #1) by Sawyer Bennett


message 15: by Jenn (last edited May 16, 2016 02:03PM) (new)

Jenn C | 7 comments I'll in (though I'm only going to aim for 3 to start with...). Upping to 5... Attempting 8...

RRRC May Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 31 May 2016
Status: 6/8

� �1. 'M' is for May: Read a book whose author's first name starts with 'M'.
Vampire Forensics: Uncovering the Origins of an Enduring Legend by Mark Collins Jenkins 6 May 2016

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month - Becca: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.

âœ� ​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy: read a book with 'Fantasy' genre.
Ghost of a Potion by Heather Blake 4 May 2016

4. "May the 4th be with you!":
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC

� 5. Cinco de Mayo Day!: Read a book with the number '5' in the page count.
Cosmology 101: An Armchair Voyage Through the Universe From One of America's Top Astronomers by David H. Levy (251 pages) 16 May 2016

� 6. Mother's Day is May 8: Read a book written by a woman.
Faux Paw by Sofie Kelly 10 May 2016

7. May 12 - International Nurse Day: celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'

8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen:
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters

� 9. May 30 - Memorial Day: Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover.
Crime Scene Investigation by Cyril Wecht, et al 5 May 2016
�
� 10. Read a book of your choice:
To Helvetica and Back by Paige Shelton 14 May 2016

Vampire Forensics Uncovering the Origins of an Enduring Legend by Mark Collins Jenkins Ghost of a Potion (A Magic Potion Mystery, #3) by Heather Blake Cosmology 101 by David H. Levy Faux Paw (A Magical Cats Mystery, #7) by Sofie Kelly Crime Scene Investigation by Cyril H. Wecht To Helvetica and Back (A Dangerous Type Mystery #1) by Paige Shelton


message 16: by Susan A (last edited May 20, 2016 04:20AM) (new)

Susan A | 2143 comments RRRC May Monthly Challenge
Duration: 1 - 31 May 2016
Status: 10/10


1. 'M' is for May: Megan Derr Tournament of Losers May 16 ★★★★�
2. Member of the Month: Becca 2013Kestrel's Chance May 6 ★★�
3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC): Served HotMay 4 ★★�
4. May the 4th Be With You! DEEP May 6 ★★�
5. Cinco de Mayo Day!: Cheating Bastard May 2 ★★★★�
6. Mother's Day: Anna Martin My Prince May 10 ★★★★
7. International Nurse Day: Black Cat Ink May 1 ★★★★
8. Friday the 13th: It's a Sin May 9 ★★★★
9. Memorial Day: A Frost of Cares May 2 ★★★★�
10. Choice: His Favorite Color Is Blood: Coffin Nails MC May 13 ★★★★�

Tournament of Losers by Megan Derr Kestrel's Chance by Harper Fox Served Hot (Portland Heat, #1) by Annabeth Albert DEEP by A.L. Bates Cheating Bastard (Bastards, #1) by Devon McCormack My Prince by Anna Martin Black Cat Ink (Bellingham Mysteries, #3) by Nicole Kimberling It's a Sin by Steve Burford A Frost of Cares by Amy Rae Durreson His Favorite Color Is Blood Coffin Nails MC (Sex & Mayhem, #8) by K.A. Merikan


message 17: by Lily (last edited Jun 01, 2016 07:43AM) (new)

Lily (lilygcs) 8/8 ~ finished May 27th


​Read a book that starts with 'M': Matters of State by A. Phallus Si ~ 5/17/16 ~ 3�
Read a book published in 2013: Silver Ice by Suilan Lee ~ 5/4/16 ~ 3�
Read a 'Shapeshifters' book: Catch a Tiger by the Tail by Charlie Cochet ~ 5/9/16 ~ 4�
Read a book with the number '5' in the page count: Heat Trap by J.L. Merrow ~ 5/7/16 ~ 4�
Read a book written by a woman: Lollipop by Amy Lane ~ 5/20/16 ~ 4�
Read a book with 13 or more chapters: The Queen & the Homo Jock King by T.J. Klune ~ 5/27/16 ~ 4.5�
Read a book with red, white & blue on the cover�: Cherry Bomb by Samantha Kane ~ 5/14/16 ~ 3.5�
Read a book of your choice: Winter Oranges by Marie Sexton ~ 5/4/16 ~ 3.5�



Matters of State by A. Phallus Si Silver Ice by Suilan Lee Catch a Tiger by the Tail (THIRDS, #6) by Charlie Cochet Heat Trap (The Plumber’s Mate, #3) by J.L. Merrow Lollipop (Candy Man, #3) by Amy Lane The Queen & the Homo Jock King (At First Sight, #2) by T.J. Klune Cherry Bomb (Mercury Rising, #2) by Samantha Kane Winter Oranges by Marie Sexton


message 18: by Cheryl (last edited Jun 01, 2016 08:02PM) (new)

Cheryl La Pa (cheryllp) | 77 comments COMPLETED!

RRRC May Monthly Challenge
10/10 read

�1. M is for May: Read a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'.
Marie Rutkoski - The Winner's Curse 12 May
�2. Member of the Month: Read a book published in March of any year.
Sunbolt 31 May
�3. Feature Author Challenge: Read a book with Fantasy genre
The Diviners 5 May
�4. May the 4th Be With You!: Read a romance book with the 'science fiction' genre
Champion 7 May
�5. Cinco de Mayo: Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind.
The Bird and the Sword 17 May
�6. Mother's Day: Read a book written by a woman.
The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout
�7. International Nurse Day: Read any book involving the MC in health care. (Wird sisters are nurses)
Sealed with a Curse 28 May
�8. Friday the 13th: Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character.
What Kills Me 19 May (vampire)
�9. Memorial Day: Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover. The Deepest Well (Age of Gray, #1) by Juliette Cross
The Deepest Well 10 May
�10. Reader's Choice
The Winner's Crime 25 May

The Diviners (The Diviners, #1) by Libba Bray Champion (Legend, #3) by Marie Lu The Deepest Well (Age of Gray, #1) by Juliette Cross The Winner's Curse (The Winner's Trilogy, #1) by Marie Rutkoski The Bird and the Sword by Amy Harmon What Kills Me (What Kills Me, #1) by Wynne Channing The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout The Winner's Crime (The Winner's Trilogy, #2) by Marie Rutkoski Sealed with a Curse (Weird Girls, #1) by Cecy Robson Sunbolt (The Sunbolt Chronicles, #1) by Intisar Khanani


message 19: by Fran, Moderator (last edited Apr 19, 2016 05:21PM) (new)

Fran | 12213 comments Here is the link to Becca's shelves for category #2-

Becca's shelves


Tammie is traveling at the moment. She will update the first post when she can :)


message 20: by Bookchaser (new)

Bookchaser | 2008 comments Fran wrote: "Here is the link to Becca's shelves for category #2-

Becca's shelves

Tammie is traveling at the moment. She will update the first post when she can :)"


Thanks Fran!!!


message 21: by Tammie (new)

Tammie | 2006 comments Bookchaser wrote: "Fran wrote: "Here is the link to Becca's shelves for category #2-

Becca's shelves

Tammie is traveling at the moment. She will update the first post when she can :)"

Thanks Fran!!!"


All fixed...thanks for your patience...welcome to the May Challenge everyone!


message 22: by MountainKat, Moderator (new)

MountainKat | 30278 comments I'm in for the usual 10!


message 23: by Amy (last edited May 24, 2016 05:51AM) (new)

Amy (amy-i) 2016 May Monthly Challenge
Read: 7/8

1. 'M' is for May: More Than Chemistry ... 5/6 ★★★★�

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: (March) Finley

5. Cinco de Mayo Day: (55 pages) Te Quiero ... 5/14 ★★★★�

6. Mother's Day: Dirty Rowdy Thing ... 5/9 ★★★★�

7. International Nurse Day: Serenading Stanley ... 5/24 ★★★☆�

8. Friday the 13th: (vampire) A Taste of Midnight ... 5/8 ★★★★�

9. Memorial Day: Twisted ... 5/6 ★★★☆�

10: Read a book of your choice: Starstruck ... 5/12 ★★★★�


message 24: by Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) (last edited Apr 20, 2016 05:12PM) (new)

Sallie(GeorgiaGirl) (shuga) | 1182 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge

�1. 'M' is for May: ~ Mayhem at the Orient Express, kylie logan

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca The Royal Treatment, maryjanice davidson

​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy The Accidental Werewolf

4. "May the 4th be with you!" Outlander, diana gabaldon

5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Smuggler Wore Silk, alyssa alexander

6.Mother's Day is May 8 Devoted in Death, j.d. robb

7. International Nurse Day You Bet Your Life, jessica fletcher (main character is JB Fletcher)

8. Friday the 13th Some Like It Witchy, heather blake

9. Memorial Day Chamomile Mourning, laura childs

10: Read a book of your choice Fire Touched. patricia briggs


message 25: by Fran, Moderator (new)

Fran | 12213 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge
0/3 Read

�1. 'M' is for May:Waiting for You by Mari Carr
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
10: Read a book of your choice

Waiting for You (Sparks in Texas #2) by Mari Carr


message 26: by Angie (new)

Angie | 761 comments 1. 'M' is for May: Michael - Angela Cameron
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca Burn - Erin McCarthy
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy Dorothy Must Die - Danielle Paige
4. "May the 4th be with you!": After The Storm - Maya Banks
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! Revenant - Larissa Ione
6. Mother's Day is May 8: Shards of Hope - Nalini Singh
7. International Nurse Day Archangel's Enigma - Nalini Singh
8. Friday the 13th Temptation In Shadows - Gena Showalter
9. Memorial Day Deadly Obsession - Patricia A Rasey�
10: Read a book of your choice: The Key - Lynsay Sands
Michael (Blood and Sex, #1) by Angela Cameron Burn (South Beach Bodyguards, #1) by Erin McCarthy Dorothy Must Die (Dorothy Must Die, #1) by Danielle Paige After the Storm (KGI, #8) by Maya Banks Revenant (Lords of Deliverance, #6; Demonica, #11) by Larissa Ione Shards of Hope (Psy-Changeling, #14) by Nalini Singh Archangel's Enigma (Guild Hunter, #8) by Nalini Singh Temptation in Shadows A Novel by Gena Showalter Deadly Obsession by Patricia A. Rasey The Key (Deed, #2) by Lynsay Sands


message 27: by Rachel C. (last edited May 31, 2016 10:34PM) (new)

Rachel C. (rachelus) | 611 comments I'm in!

Complete = 10 / 10

1. 'M' is for May: The Moth & the Flame ("M" title) - 5/10
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca: Die For Me (pub in 2013) - 5/4
​â¶Ä�3. FAC: Dakota Cassidy: Exclusively Yours (classified as "humor") - 5/20
4. "May the 4th be with you!": Up to Me (Cash is definitely a hero in this one) - 5/1
5. Cinco de Mayo Day!: Overruled (Sofia is Hispanic) - 5/29
6. Mother's Day: The Shadows (written by woman) - 5/27
7. International Nurse Day: Sweet Surrender (MC has name of Faith)- 5/31
8. Friday the 13th: Iron Kissed (has exactly 13 chapters) - 5/15
9. Memorial Day: How I Married a Marquess (Thomas is retired from being an officer in the fight against Napolean) - 5/10
10: Read a book of your choice: Amethyst - 5/28

Up to Me (The Bad Boys, #2) by M. Leighton Die For Me (For Me, #1) by Cynthia Eden How I Married a Marquess (The Secret Life of Scoundrels, #3) by Anna Harrington The Moth & the Flame (The Wrath & the Dawn, #0.25) by Renee Ahdieh Iron Kissed (Mercy Thompson, #3) by Patricia Briggs Exclusively Yours (Kowalski Family, #1) by Shannon Stacey The Shadows (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #13) by J.R. Ward Amethyst (The Jewel Trilogy, #1) by Lauren Royal Overruled (The Legal Briefs, #1) by Emma Chase Sweet Surrender (Sweet, #1) by Maya Banks


message 28: by Juana "Darkness" (new)

Juana "Darkness" Duran | 423 comments I'm in.


2016 May Monthly Challenge

�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
10: Read a book of your choice


message 29: by ~KarenH~, Moderator (new)

~KarenH~ | 10966 comments I'm in for all 10 as usual! :D


message 30: by ☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ (last edited May 16, 2016 11:37AM) (new)

☼♎ Carmen the Bootyshaker Temptress ☼♎ | 2471 comments I'm in

2016 May Monthly Challenge

�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'
Murder to Go May 7th

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
World After May 12th (pub. 2013)

​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
City of Lost Souls May 15th

4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
Dragonfly in Amber May 13th

5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
How the García Girls Lost Their Accents May 5th

6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
The Girl Who Chased the Moon by Sarah Addison Allen May 1st

7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
Water for Elephants May 2nd

8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
The Bourbon Kings May 15th (50 chapters)

9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover
Heartsick May 14th
�
10: Read a book of your choice
Come Away with Me May 1st


message 31: by Katherine (last edited May 09, 2016 04:38AM) (new)

Katherine | 279 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge

�1. 'M' is for May: Mated to the Devil �
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: The Zombie Whisperer âœ�
4. "May the 4th be with you!": Ice Planet Barbarians �
*Read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' for a MC: Scared of Spiders �
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind: Arena 13 �
6. Mother's Day is May 8: Sarah Jane �
8. Read a book that involves MC who is a 'vampire': All You Can Eat �
9. ​Read a book where there is red, white on the cover�: A Game of Thrones: The Graphic Novel, Vol. 1 �
A Game of Thrones The Graphic Novel, Vol. 1 by Daniel Abraham
10: Read a book of your choice: Truth or Hair �


message 32: by Sharadha (new)

Sharadha Jayaraman (jayaras) | 5 comments I'm in - going with #1 - Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell.


message 33: by Dena (last edited May 15, 2016 05:19PM) (new)

Dena (detours27) | 52 comments 6/10

1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'

My Protector by Alanea Alder 5/2

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
4. "May the 4th be with you!"

Among Galactic Ruins by Anna Hackett 5/5

5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.

Grit by J.C. Valentine 5/9

6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC


Treasured Find by Nancy Corrigan 5/8

7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale

Lincoln Hospital by Cassia Brightmore 5/15

8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.

Haven by Dria Andersen 5/4

9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
10: Read a book of your choice

Nero by Sarah Brianne 5/2

My Protector (Bewitched and Bewildered, #2) by Alanea Alder Nero (Made Men, #1) by Sarah Brianne Grit (Spartan Riders, #1) by J.C. Valentine Treasured Find (Royal Shifters, #1) by Nancy Corrigan Haven by Dria Andersen Among Galactic Ruins (The Phoenix Adventures, #0.5) by Anna Hackett Lincoln Hospital (The Trauma Series #1) by Cassia Brightmore


message 34: by Brenda (last edited May 10, 2016 08:11AM) (new)

Brenda | 56 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge

1/5

��1. 'M' is for May: Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure by Cecil Castellucci 5/7/16 title starts with M
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:
�
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
5. Cinco de Mayo Day!
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
8. Friday the 13th
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
9. Memorial Day
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
10: Read a book of your choice

Moving Target A Princess Leia Adventure by Cecil Castellucci


message 35: by NayNay (last edited May 12, 2016 10:05AM) (new)

NayNay 2016 May Monthly Challenge
Duration:

�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'
I'll Never Let You Go (Morgans of Nashville, #3) by Mary Burton I'll Never Let You Go by Mary Burton 05/01/16

​â¶Ä�2. Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
In the Woods (Dublin Murder Squad, #1) by Tana French In the Woods by Tana French 05/06/16 **** (Becca's shelf)

​â¶Ä�3. (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
Intertwine (House of Oak, #1) by Nichole Van Intertwine by Nichole Van 05/02/16 *** (fantasy)

4. *Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
The King's Agent by Donna Russo Morin The King's Agent by Donna Russo Morin 05/09/16 ****

5. *Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
Moloka'i by Alan Brennert Moloka'i by Alan Brennert 05/11/16 (405)

6. *Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman
A Wedding in Provence A Novel by Ellen Sussman A Wedding in Provence by Ellen Sussman 05/03/16 ****

7. *Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
One Last Breath (The Borderline #1) by Laura Griffin One Last Breath by Laura Griffin 05/05/16 **** (Feenie Malone)

8. *Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
Murder in the Latin Quarter (The Maggie Newberry Mystery Series #7) by Susan Kiernan-Lewis Murder in the Latin Quarter by Susan Kiernan Lewis 05/07/16 **** (chapters)

9. *Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�
Murder in Nice (The Maggie Newberry Mystery #6) by Susan Kiernan-Lewis Murder in Nice by Susan Kiernan Lewis 05/03/16 ***

10: Read a book of your choice
Where or When by Anita Shreve Where or When by Anita Shreve 05/04/16 ***


Avid Reader and Geek Girl (avidreaderandgeekgirl) | 492 comments I'm in and I'm gonna start out with 3 since I'm not sure how schools going to affect my reading

2016 May Monthly Challenge
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�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä‹Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.

​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.

4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC

5. Cinco de Mayo Day! The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count

6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman

7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'

8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters

9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�

10: Read a book of your choice


message 37: by Chris (last edited May 31, 2016 12:56AM) (new)

Chris (cdavies1951) | 133 comments I'm in.

8 of 10 complete.

1. M is for May: Mr. Perfect 5/19
2. Member of the Month: - The Notebook 5/30
3. Feature Author Challenge:
4. May the 4th Be With You!: Viscount Vagabond 5/11
5. Cinco de Mayo: - 5 in the page count (305) - The Age of Innocence
6. Mother's Day: Mother or written by a woman - Black & Blue by Emma Jameson 5/9
7. International Nurse Day: Starts with "F" - Fatal Frenzy 5/5
8. Friday the 13th: More than 13 in series - The Silver Pigs 5/6
9.Memorial Day: MC in AF - Angel's Peak 5/10
10. Reader's Choice - Lolita 5/1


message 38: by Bobbi (last edited Apr 21, 2016 11:53PM) (new)

Bobbi  (schadenfreudian) | 73 comments I will format this and make it pretty later.

2016 May Monthly Challenge
Duration: May 1, 2016 - May 31, 2016
Read:
0/10

�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of ​â¶Ä�Becca's Shelvesâ€� or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy ​â¶Ä�
Read one book written by� Dakota Cassidy:� Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name.
​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�Fun Facts about Dakotaâ€�:​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�
-writes laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, grab-some-ice erotic romance, hot and sexy alpha males, paranormal shifters, contemporary kick-ass women, and more.
-lives in Portland, Oregon
-RT Reviewers Choice Award for Kiss and Hell
-​â¶Ä‹BravoTV featured "Bravoholic"
You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�4. "May the 4th be with you!"​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�5. Cinco de Mayo Day!​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä� The Mexican army defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla. This single military battle signified defeat of a European colonial power, and a victory for the Mexican people.
*Read a book set in Mexico or has an Hispanic person as a MC
*Read a book that includes a 'battle' of any kind
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�6. Mother's Day is May 8​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�
*Read a book involving a mother or person who serves as a 'mother figure' for others as a MC
*Read a book written by a woman

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�
*Read any book involving the MC in health care
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016.​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä� Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' or other mystical character
*Read a book that is part of a series with at least 13 books within the series
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)�
*Read a book where someone dies during the read
�*Read a book where there is red, white and/or blue on the cover�

​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�10: Read a book of your choice​â¶Ä‹â€‹â¶Ä�


message 39: by Cecily (last edited May 31, 2016 11:25PM) (new)

Cecily Black | 173 comments RRRC May Monthly Challenge
Duration: May 01, 2016 - May 31, 2016
Completed: 10/10
Finished!! 05/30/16


�1. May (Calendar Girl #5) by Audrey Carlan 05/22/16 ~ Book that starts with "M"
�2. Burned (Burned #1) by Ellen Hopkins 05/06/16 ~Book from Becca's Read Shelf (she rated it 5 Stars!
�3. I've Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella 05/30/16 ~Featured Author's genre "humor"
�4. Delirium (Delirium #1) by Lauren Oliver 05/19/16 ~Sci-Fi Romance
�5. Crashed (Driven #3) by K. Bromberg 05/04/16 ~"5" in page count of 350 Pages
�6. Nuts (Hudson Valley #1) by Alice Clayton 05/20/16 ~Female Author
�7. Isolation Ward (Nathaniel McCormick #1) by Joshua Spanogle 05/24/16 ~HealthCare?
�8. Witch World by Christopher Pike 05/23/16 ~MC is a Witch
�9. Teardrop (Teardrop #1) by Lauren Kate 05/09/16 ~Blue on the Cover
�10. The Infinite Sea (The 5th Wave #2) by Rick Yancey 05/06/16 ~Readers choice!

May (Calendar Girl #5) by Audrey Carlan Burned (Burned, #1) by Ellen Hopkins I've Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella Delirium (Delirium, #1) by Lauren Oliver Crashed (Driven, #3) by K. Bromberg Nuts (Hudson Valley, #1) by Alice Clayton Isolation Ward (Nathaniel McCormick #1) by Joshua Spanogle Witch World by Christopher Pike Teardrop (Teardrop, #1) by Lauren Kate The Infinite Sea (The 5th Wave, #2) by Rick Yancey


message 40: by Rissa (an M/M kinda Girl!!) (last edited Apr 21, 2016 04:25PM) (new)

Rissa (an M/M kinda Girl!!) (rissa79) | 41 comments I haven't challenged in a very long time. I'd like to give this one a try.

2016 May Monthly Challenge
Duration: May 1, 2016 - May 31, 2016
Read: 0/10


M is for May:


message 41: by Rebekah (new)

Rebekah (hawkgirl4077) | 8 comments In for 10.


message 42: by Tien (last edited May 24, 2016 03:11PM) (new)

Tien (tiensblurb) | 70 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge
COMPLETED as at 05/24

My goal is 5 but I've planned more so I can pick during the month too

1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'
The Fictional Woman by Tara Moss -Read 05/04

2. Member of the Month: Becca has been a member of the RRRC since March, 2013 . Please read a book from any of Becca's Shelves or a book published in 2013 or a book published in March of any year.
All The Birds, Singing by Evie Wyld –pub. June 2013
Read 05/21

3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
Read one book written by Dakota Cassidy: Dakota's Backlist Link or any author with her first or last name. You may also read a book: set in Oregon, a book with 'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', or 'Humor' genres, or a book that's received an award from the Romantic Times.
Nirvana (Nirvana #1) by J.R. Stewart -Read 05/11

4. "May the 4th be with you!"
*Read a romance book with the additional 'science fiction' or 'time travel' genre
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC
The Square Root of Summer by Harriet Reuter Hapgood -Read 05/15

5. Cinco de Mayo Day!
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count
The Wizard Heir (The Heir Chronicles #2) by Cinda Williams Chima -458 pages
Read 05/02

6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book written by a woman
Golden Earrings by Belinda Alexandra -Read 05/20

7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday ofFlorence Nightingale
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N'
Wolf Winter by Cecilia Ekbäck -MC: Frederika -Read 05/24


8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen.
*Read a book with 13 or more chapters
Six Four by Hideo Yokoyama -Read 05/17 -78 chapters

9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died. Read a book where someone dies during the read
Oreo by Fran Ross -Read 05/05

10: Read a book of your choice
The Ringmaster’s Wife by Kristy Cambron -Read 05/04

The Fictional Woman by Tara Moss The Highland Lass by Rosemary Gemmell Blue Lily, Lily Blue (The Raven Cycle, #3) by Maggie Stiefvater The Square Root of Summer by Harriet Reuter Hapgood The Wizard Heir (The Heir Chronicles, #2) by Cinda Williams Chima Love, Lies and Spies by Cindy Anstey The Cinderella Murder (Under Suspicion #1) by Mary Higgins Clark The Ringmaster's Wife by Kristy Cambron


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Aminko | 643 comments Romance Readers Monthly Challenge
2016 May Monthly Challenge


0/3 Read

�1. 'M' is for May: Made for Mischief by Regina Carlysle

​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed

​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy Witched At Birth by Dakota Cassidy

4. "May the 4th be with you!" Bridal Pact by Leora Gonzales

5. Cinco de Mayo Day! Invasion Earth by Loribelle Hunt

6. Mother's Day is May 8 Crush on You by Christie Ridgway

7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale Deliver Me by Farrah Rochon

8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Midnight Awakening by Lara Adrian

9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died. My Commander by Alanea Alder

10: Read a book of your choice Rock with Me by Kristen Proby

Made for Mischief by Regina Carlysle Wild From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed Witched At Birth (A Paris, Texas Romance, #1) by Dakota Cassidy Bridal Pact by Leora Gonzales Invasion Earth (Delroi Connection, #1) by Loribelle Hunt Crush on You (Three Kisses, #1) by Christie Ridgway Deliver Me by Farrah Rochon Midnight Awakening (Midnight Breed, #3) by Lara Adrian My Commander (Bewitched and Bewildered, #1) by Alanea Alder Rock with Me (With Me in Seattle, #4) by Kristen Proby


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�May 2016 Challenge
Completed 9/10

1. 'M' is for May:
The Mighty Storm by Samantha Towle, 4 stars, finished 5/22/16
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca The Darkest Night by Gena Showalter, 4 stars, finished 5/18/16
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy: Breakaway by Catherine Gayle, 4, stars, finished 5/24/16
4. "May the 4th be with you!": Ice Planet Barbarians by Ruby Dixon, 3 stars, finished 5/13/16
5. Cinco de Mayo Day: Red Hot BOX SET: Complete Series 1-4: Romantic Suspense Series by Kate Fargo, 2 stars, finished 5/9/16
6. Mother's Day: The Heart of Falcon Ridge by D.L. Roan3, stars, finished 5/24/16
7. International Nurse Day: Private Practice by Samanthe Beck, 3 stars, finished 5/17/16
8. Friday the 13th: Once Bitten, Twice Shy by C.C. Wood
9. Memorial Day: Knox's Stand by Jamie Begley, 4 stars, finished 5/11/16
10: Read a book of your choice: Unbound by Cara McKenna, 5 stars, finished 5/1/16

Unbound by Cara McKenna Red Hot BOX SET Complete Series 1-4 Romantic Suspense Series by Kate Fargo Knox's Stand (The Last Riders #3) by Jamie Begley Ice Planet Barbarians (Ice Planet Barbarians, #1) by Ruby Dixon Private Practice (Private Pleasures, #1) by Samanthe Beck The Darkest Night (Lords of the Underworld #1) by Gena Showalter The Mighty Storm (The Storm, #1) by Samantha Towle The Heart of Falcon Ridge (The McLendon Family Saga, #1) by D.L. Roan Breakaway (Portland Storm, #1) by Catherine Gayle


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Jonquil | 333 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge
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10/5
DONE

1. 'M' is for May: starts with 'M' Mountain Investigation 5/4
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: Becca published in 2013 Quicksilver 5/7
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy
'Fantasy', 'Shapeshifters', Eternal Flame 5/3
4. "May the 4th be with you!" romance book with the additional 'science fiction' Heart Change 5/10
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! 'battle' Hail Storme: A Wyatt Storme Thriller 5/2
6. Mother's Day written by a woman Cheryl Bradshaw I Have a Secret 5/6
7. International Nurse Day MC first or last name starting with 'N' Killshadow Road 5/9
8. Friday the 13th MC who is a 'witch', 'vampire' and other mystical characters The Brimstone Deception 5/9
9. Memorial Day Armed Forces MC� Target Engaged 5/1
10: book of your choice Against the Wild 5/3


.•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*•. Christine .•*¨`*•✿ ✿•*¨`*• | 573 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge

Completed 10/10


âœ� â€�1. 'M' is for May: Read a book that starts with 'M' or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'M'​â¶Ä�

Magnus (Tales of the Were, #7; Redstone Clan, #3) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 05/05/2016

� 2. Member of the Month: Becca :read a book published in 2013

Slade (Tales of the Were, #4, The Others, #2) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 03/05/2016

� 3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) Dakota Cassidy 
You may also read a book with 'Shapeshifters'

Rocky (Tales of the Were, #3, The Others, #1) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 02/05/2016

� 4. "May the 4th be with you!"*
*In honor of the Jedi read a book that has a 'knight in shining armor' or any other hero for a MC

Bobcat (Tales of the Were, #8, Redstone Clan, #4) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 06/05/2016

� 5. Cinco de Mayo Day! Also known as my daughter's birthday
*Read a book with the number '5' in the page count (205 pgs)

Grif (Tales of the Were, #5, Redstone Clan, #1) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 04/05/2016

� 6. Mother's Day is May 8
*Read a book written by a woman

The Geek Job by Eve Langlais by Eve Langlais - 07/05/2016

� 7. International Nurse Day is celebrated on May 12, because this it's the birthday of Florence Nightingale
*Read a book with MC first or last name starting with 'F' or 'N (Nicole)

Abandoned and Unseen (Branded Packs, #2) by Carrie Ann Ryan by Alexandra Ivy - 07/05/2016

� 8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. Considered by most as a day of 'back luck' or omen. 
*Read a book that involves MC who is a 'vampire'

Inferno (Tales of the Were, #2) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 01/05/2016

� 9. Memorial Day is May 30 and a day to celebrate and recognize those who serve(d) in our Armed Forces in addition for us to remember our loved ones who have died.
*Read a book with Armed Forces MC� (present or retired)

Red (Tales of the Were, #6, Redstone Clan, #2) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 05/05/2016

� 10: Read a book of your choice

Matt (Tales of the Were, #9, Redstone Clan, #5) by Bianca D'Arc by Bianca D'Arc - 06/05/2016


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Tina Theresa | 255 comments 2016 May Monthly Challenge
8/10

�1. 'M' is for May: Miami, Mistletoe & Murder 5/5
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month: (2013) Love and Lists 5/6
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge (FAC) author-Dakota Cassidy An American Werewolf in Hoboken 5/17
4. "May the 4th be with you!" (knight in shining armor) Kill Without Mercy 5/13
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! A Ruthless Proposition 5/16
6. Mother's Day is May 8:(written by a woman) The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy 5/4
7. International Nurse Day (Florence Nightengale) (Fern) Making Faces 5/17
8. Friday the 13th occurs only once in 2016. (witch) Born Wicked 3/9
9. Memorial Day is May 30 (someone dies during the read) His to Protect 5/7
�10: Read a book of your choice Ruthless: Scientology, My Son David Miscavige, and Me 5/15

Miami, Mistletoe & Murder (Red Stone Security, #4) by Katie Reus The Secrets of Sir Richard Kenworthy (Smythe-Smith Quartet, #4) by Julia Quinn Born Wicked (The Cahill Witch Chronicles, #1) by Jessica Spotswood Love and Lists (Chocoholics, #1) by Tara Sivec His to Protect (Red Stone Security, #5) by Katie Reus Kill Without Mercy (ARES Security, #1) by Alexandra Ivy Ruthless Scientology, My Son David Miscavige, and Me by Ron Miscavige An American Werewolf in Hoboken (Wolf Mates, #1) by Dakota Cassidy A Ruthless Proposition by Natasha Anders Making Faces by Amy Harmon


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Shelby (stang_lee) | 1939 comments RRRC Monthly
May 1, 2016 - May 31, 2016



� May - 10/10

1. 'M' is for May - Maybe This Time (5/20) ★★★★½
​â¶Ä�2. Member of the Month - Clockwork Angel (5/13) ★★★★½
​â¶Ä�3. Featured Author Challenge - An American Werewolf in Hoboken (5/17) ★★★★
4. "May the 4th be with you!" - Turbulence (5/8) ★★★★½
5. Cinco de Mayo Day! - Faceoff (5/8) ★★½
6. Mother's Day - Surrender (5/14) ★★★★
7. International Nurse Day - The Secret Casebook of Simon Feximal (5/9) ★★★★�
8. Friday the 13th - Dollhouse (5/15) ★★★�
9. Memorial Day - Everything Changes (5/7) ★★★★
10: Choice - The Deal (5/1) ★★★★�

Maybe This Time (Belonging #2) by A.M. Arthur Clockwork Angel (The Infernal Devices, #1) by Cassandra Clare An American Werewolf in Hoboken (Wolf Mates, #1) by Dakota Cassidy Turbulence (Turbulence #1) by Lyn Gala Faceoff (Playing the Field, #1) by J.M. Snyder Surrender (Bound Hearts, #1) by Lora Leigh The Secret Casebook of Simon Feximal by K.J. Charles The Dream Hunter (Dark-Hunter #10, Dream-Hunter #1) by Sherrilyn Kenyon Everything Changes (Resilient Love #1) by Melanie Hansen The Deal (Off-Campus, #1) by Elle Kennedy


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Tammie | 2006 comments RRRC May Monthly Challenge: 10/10 read

1. M is for May-Margot is first name: The Light Between Oceans, M.L. Stedman ★★★★ 5/13
2. Member of the Month-pub 2013: Turn and Burn, Lorelei James ★★★★ 5/16
3. FAC-RT Award: Morning Glory-1989 RT Reviewers Choice Award -- Historical Romance Set during WWII (Winner), Lavyrle Spencer ★★★★ 5/27
4. May the 4th Be With You!-Fantasy: Dark Desires After Dusk, Kresley Cole ★★★★ 5/10
5. Cinco de Mayo: Knight, Kristen Ashley ★★★★ 5/21
6. Mother's Day-Written by a woman: Play My Game, J. Kenner ★★★★ 5/3
7. International Nurse Day-MC 'Nikki': Seduce Me, J. Kenner ★★★★ 5/4
8. Friday the 13th-MC Vampire/Dragon: The Beast, JR Ward ★★★★� 5/9
9. Memorial Day: The Obsession, Nora Roberts ★★★★� 5/20
10. Reader's Choice: All of Me, Lisa Renee Jones ★★★★ 5/21

The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman Turn and Burn (Blacktop Cowboys, #5) by Lorelei James Morning Glory by LaVyrle Spencer Dark Desires After Dusk (Immortals After Dark #6) by Kresley Cole Knight (Unfinished Hero, #1) by Kristen Ashley Play My Game (Stark Trilogy, #3.7) by J. Kenner Seduce Me (Stark Trilogy, #3.8) by J. Kenner The Beast (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #14) by J.R. Ward The Obsession by Nora Roberts All of Me (Inside Out, #5.5) by Lisa Renee Jones


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Tammie | 2006 comments Welcome everyone...looking forward to seeing some great new book ideas!


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