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3rd Quarter - Wonders of the World
Wow. What a great list. I'd like to sign up for 3.goal: 0/3
WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
Let's go sightseeing! Welcome to the challenge and thanks in advance to all who participate!
I'm extremely excited to see what everyone will be reading during the summer months to fit the prompts :) I hope you find a bunch of great books and have lots of fun!
Good luck and happy reading!
Participants:
Amanda (msg #15) - 6/6
Amanda (msg #22) - 0/3
Anna - 10/21
Brianna - 0/6
Charles - 3/6
Chelsea - 5/6
Cheri - 4/4
Chrissy - 13/12
Cindy III - 0/3
Clare L. - 3/6
Claire (msg #16) - 0/3
Claire (msg #36) - 2/6
Debra - 2/13
Delitealex - 2/3
Eirelyn - 7/9
Emily - 2/4
Gretchen - 0/4
Janine - 8/8
Jennifer - 0/6
June - 6/10
Kim. E. - 0/7
Lindsay - 3/3
Lynette - 0/7
Malola - 7/21
Megan - 15/10
Mie - 9/9
Miriam - 0/5
Nik - 9/1
Paula - 5/3
Q - 0/3
Sam F. - 10/10
Sherry - 0/6
Vanessa - 2/15
First to send a postcard: Charles (1/7)
First to complete their planned sightseeing adventure:
First to travel to and explore all destinations:
Welcome Brianna and Cindy III! I so look forward to seeing what books you'll be able to match up to the prompts :)
Thank you! I know of a few books I'm already planning on reading that will fill the second portion of a few of those tasks, but I would love to focus on the countries themselves. Definitely a fun quarterly challenge!
Indeed! :) I know what I'll be doing today, atleast.
I will join for 3 to begin with.WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
City of Glass
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
The Sunshine Sisters
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
The Girl on the Train
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
This is a large list created from
Have fun! Go travel, select the number of books you would like to read, and send us a postcard along the way (We mean an update of course!).
Lindsay wrote: "I will join for 3 to begin with."Glad you're joining us, Lindsay :)
Best of luck!
I'm in for 10!1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world. - The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan - completed September 2017
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk. - Glory over Everything: Beyond The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom - completed July 2017
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around. - Madam President by Nicolle Wallace - completed July 2017
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior. - Dark Witch by Nora Roberts - completed August 2017
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures. - Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman - completed August 2017
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor. - Sisi: Empress on Her Own by Allison Pataki - completed July 2017
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss. - The Sound of Glass by Karen White - completed July 2017
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement. - Miracles from Heaven: A Little Girl, Her Journey to Heaven, and Her Amazing Story of Healing by Christy Wilson Beam - completed September 2017
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods. - Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor - completed August 2017
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history. - Max Perkins: Editor of Genius by A. Scott Berg - completed July 2017
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism. - Starfall by Melissa Landers - completed September 2017
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution. - Last Hope Island: Britain, Occupied Europe, and the Brotherhood That Helped Turn the Tide of War by Lynne Olson - completed September 2017
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion. - The Zookeeper's Wife: A War Story by Diane Ackerman - completed July 2017
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story. - Blood Magick by Nora Roberts - completed August 2017
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head. - The Shadow Land by Elizabeth Kostova - completed August 2017
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale. - The Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck - completed September 2017
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism. - The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See - completed July 2017
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration. - It's Bigger Than Hip Hop: The Rise of the Post-Hip-Hop Generation by M.K. Asante Jr - completed July 2017
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space. - Shadow Spell by Nora Roberts - completed august 2017
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show. - A Bridge Across the Ocean by Susan Meissner - completed September 2017
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline. - The End of Oz by Danielle Paige - completed August 2017
21/10 - challenge completed! Got them all!
Fantastic goal, Megan, and welcome to the challenge :) You're on the list!
Put me in for 6 please.1.Cleopatra's Daughter
2. The Good Earth
3. A Thousand Splendid Suns
4. The Talented Mr. Ripley
5. The Ruins
7. Midnight's Children
8. The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon
9. Middlesex
10. The Story of Ferdinand
11. First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers
12. The Nightingale
15. Treasure Island
16. Heidi
17. Crime and Punishment
18. The Lovely Bones
19. Macbeth
20. Big Little Lies
Completed:
Jennifer wrote: "Put me in for 6 please."Welcome to the challenge, Jennifer! Best of luck to you :)
goal: 2/3WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
7/13/17Set in South Dakota
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
7/1/17Takes place in England
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
I'll go for 6.8/6 Challenge Complete
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
�2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk. The Last One
�3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around. Redeployment
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of Machu Picchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
�7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by reading a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss. Lion
�8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement. Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at Angkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
�16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale. Slaughterhouse-Five
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
�18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration. The Fix
�19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about outer space. Agent to the Stars
�20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show. Truly Madly Guilty
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
Looks like fun! I'll sign up for 4.Completed - 4/4 - FINISHED!!!
1. Option 16) Bask in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale. - Scarlet by Marissa Meyer (4 stars) (based on Little Red Riding Hood)
2. Option 3) Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around. - An Unnecessary Woman by Rabih Alameddine (takes place in Beirut, Lebanon)
3. Option 1) Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt orthe ancient world.
The Mummies of Ürümchi by Elizabeth Wayland Barber (5 stars) (takes place in ancient Central Asia)
4. Option 8) Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
American Eclipse: A Nation's Epic Race to Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the World by David Baron (3 stars) (about the scientific discoveries around the 1878 solar eclipse)
10/10WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
� 3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
- Gabriel, Ari, Jackie, Tariq and move around in Europe- England, France, Amsterdam, Greece, Israel, Canada, New York4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
� 5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
- mythological creatures6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of Machu Picchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
� 7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
- lots of times of losing loved ones� 8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
- the ability to colonise Mars requires lots of scientific achievements9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at Angkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
� 12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
Takes place in Paris, France
� 13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
- book on Christianity14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
� 16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
Inspired by a fairy tale:
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
� 18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
- takes place in Seattle, USA� 19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
Takes place in England:
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
Takes place in Nigeria- Western Africa
Welcome, welcome! All added, good luck everyone :)
I would like to try out 9 of them :-) - COMPLETE ✔️Wonders of the world - 9/9
� 1. Egypt - The Key to Rebecca ⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 3. Middle East - Appointment with Death ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 5. Mythical creature - Inheritance ⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 9. Gods - The Lightning Thief ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 12. France - Nobody's Boy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 15. Island - Den du elsker ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 16. Germany - All the Light We Cannot See ⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 18. USA - Looking for Alaska ⭐️⭐️⭐️
� 19. UK - Hallowe'en Party ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great choices, Mie! Welcome to the challenge.
Wonders of the WorldDuration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes a really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman Completed 18/7/17 Rating 4 stars
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
Wedding Night by Sophie Kinsella Completed 29/7/17 Rating 4 stars
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
The Devil by Leo Tolstoy Completed 2/7/17 Rating 3 stars
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Completed 3/7/17 Rating 4 stars
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll Completed 8/7/17 Rating 5 stars
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
5/3
Challenge completed
Amanda wrote: "Put me down for 3 thanks."You got it, Amanda! Good luck with this challenge :)
Could you please clarify this task:10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
The other tasks seem to have an "or," though this one doesn't. Whether I do or don't put one in, I still am not sure what the "about several periods of history" means. Thanks for any help!
I love this idea! Please put me down for 6 books, though I might add more later. Thanks
Charles
I'm currently traveling in Belgium for something, and this challenge is perfect! (I've been to beautiful Petra and look forward to meeting 7 of these goals!Wonders of The World
Duration: 7/1/17 - 9/30/17
Goal: 7
Status: 6/21
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
X7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
Me Before You 8/28/17
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism
X12/ Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
9/11/17
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
X14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
The Fall of Japan 9/6/17
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
X18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
Family Ties 8/23/17
X19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
Black Beauty 9/1/17
X20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
Amazing Grace 9/5/17
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
Great challenge, Lisa! I'm in for 9! :D
I'll go for 6Completed: 6/6
1. Takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk. -
3. Takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around. -
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5. Takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. About Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
11. About Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Takes place in Japan or about a great love story. -The Japanese Lover
15. Takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. Takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
19. Takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
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Cheri wrote: "Could you please clarify this task:10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history.
The other ta..."
Hi Cheri, that particular task has been rephrased. It now reads: "Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history"
So " about multiple periods of history" is to be understood in the sense of over several centuries or different historical periods.
I hope that clarifies it. If not please let me know again :)
Welcome, Charles, Kim. E., Eirelyn, and Clare L. I'm so glad you've decided to participate in this challenge!You're all on the list. Best of luck!
Lisa wrote: "CI hope that clarifies it. If not please let me know again :) ...."Thanks, Lisa!
Great challenge!! I'm going to try for 10.WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
�2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk. - The Rape of Nanking by Iris Chang
�3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around. Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe
�4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior. The Solitude of Prime Numbers by Paolo Giordano
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures. -
�6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor. - One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
�7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss. - The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri
�8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement. - The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
�10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa about several periods of history. - The Conquest by Yxta Maya Murray
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
�13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion. - The Complete Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi
� 14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story. The Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
�15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head. Bettyville by George Hodgman
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
� 17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism. The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov
�18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration. - Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín
� 19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space. - The Post-Birthday World by Lionel Shriver
� 20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show. - Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist by Michael J. Fox
�21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline. - Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
Im going to try for 131. Sphinx
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5. Dead to the World
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I overshot on the last quarterly challenge, so this time I want to try for 6. Here's what I have slotted in so far:ETA: a lot of books I am reading randomly seem to fit into categories, so I'm raising my goal!
21/21 completed
I'm in for this one - going for 7 books that meet this list.
COMPLETED - 2/615. Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
18. Turbo Twenty-Three by Janet Evanovich - Takes place in the U.S.A
2017 READING CHALLENGE3RD QUARTER CHALLENGE
WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
COMPLETED 0/3
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
In for one, please. Too overwhelmed to commit but don't want to be left out. :D=====================
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02. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or in which someone takes a really long walk. After the Fall (2017.08.21, ★★★☆�).
03. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or in which the characters do a lot of moving around. Feversong (2017.07.21, ★★★★�).
04. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior. Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg (2017.07.22, ★★★★�).
05. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures. Tigana: Anniversary Edition (2017.09.13, ★★★★�).
07. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by reading a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss. The Fault in Our Stars (2017.08.27, ★★☆☆�).
08. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement. Ready Player One (2017.07.28, ★★★★�).
09. Explore The Acropolis of Athens or the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods. A Promise of Fire (2017.09.21, ★★★☆�).
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head. Under the Dome (2017.08.19, ★☆☆☆�).
16. Bask in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale. Fables: Legends in Exile (2017.07.23, ★☆☆☆�).
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration. A Man Called Ove (2017.08.26, ★★★★�).
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about outer space. Saga Vol. 1 (2017.07.22, ★★★★�).
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show. Furiously Happy: A Funny Book About Horrible Things (2017.08.06, ★★★★�). (Not in its entirety, but part of it is set in Australia.)
21. Remember that sometimes wonders do cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a book that takes place in Western Africa or about a character in decline. Made You Up (2017.08.17, ★★★☆�).
This sounds like a lot of fun! I'll join in for 6 books.9/6 CHALLENGE COMPLETED
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world: Cleopatra's Daughter
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around: In the Land of Invisible Women: A Female Doctor's Journey in the Saudi Kingdom
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior: The Wedding Shroud
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor: The Mapmaker's Wife: A True Tale Of Love, Murder, And Survival In The Amazon
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history: The Club Dumas
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at Angkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism: Daughters of the Dragon
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale: Managing Previously Unmanaged Collections: A Practical Guide for Museums
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline: The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu: And Their Race to Save the World’s Most Precious Manuscripts
Nik wrote: "In for one, please. Too overwhelmed to commit but don't want to be left out. :D"Lol, Nik. That's how I feel most months with so many great challenges :D Do you already have an idea of what you will be reading?
Wow, so many participants! Welcome, newcomers! I'm so glad you're all joining us and hope you enjoy the challenge :)
All added, good luck everyone!
I had a chance to get a head-start this weekend.dzٱ:�/�
14. Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami
Lisa wrote: "Lol, Nik. That's how I feel most months with so many great challenges :D Do you already have an idea of what you will be reading?":D
Nope, no idea. It's no fun being, like, prepared and stuff. =P
Just finished #3 (Middle East and characters moving a lot) - Madam President by Nicolle Wallace. This was a fitting conclusion to the trilogy, and overall, it was entertaining to read. This book was much more partisan and seemed to justify some of Wallace's actions while she was in the White House and those of her boss. I did not appreciate that part and it distracted from the plot. Not bad. 3 stars1/10
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�18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration. The Fix
Just finished #6 (emperor) - Sisi: Empress on Her Own by Allison Pataki. Overall, this book was good. I appreciate that the author tried to stick to historical accuracy as much as possible. However, it seemed to limit her fictional sections quite a bit. The story was a bit stilted, and her interpretation of Sisi seemed forced and inexplicable at times. The writing was good, but the pacing was a bit strained throughout the book. Overall, worth reading. 3.5 stars2/10
2025 Reading Challenge
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Duration July 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017
Nowadays there are so many things to see do, it’s so hard to fit it all in, but for this challenge, we are going to squeeze as many of the Wonders of the World as possible in the 3rd Quarter:
1. Travel to the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, the Pyramids at Giza by reading a book that takes place in Egypt or the ancient world.
2. Take a walk along the Great Wall of China by reading a book that takes place in China or where someone takes are really long walk.
3. Get lost roaming around the ruins in Petra by reading a book that takes place in the Middle East or where the characters do a lot of moving around.
4. Imagine yourself viewing a show from the great Colosseum in Rome by reading a book that takes place in Italy or about a great battle or warrior.
5. Be dazzled by the mythological statues of Chichen Itza by reading a book that takes place in Mexico/Central America or about mythological creatures.
6. Take in the sun as you climb the mountains to visit the palace of MachuPicchu by reading a book about Peru/South America or about an emperor.
7. Stand under the white marble domes of the Taj Mahal by read a book that takes place in India or about a suffering a great loss.
8. Be amazed at the global engineering that went into the design of Christ the Redeemer by reading a book that takes place in Brazil or about a scientific achievement.
9. Explore The Acropolis of Athens for the Parthenon by reading a book that takes place in Greece or about the gods.
10. Revel in the Moorish architecture of the Alhambra by reading a book that takes place in Spain/Northern Africa or about multiple periods of history.
11. Take your time exploring the largest temple in the world at ANgkor Wat by reading a book about Cambodia/far east Asia or about colonialism.
12. Fall in love with the lights of the Eiffel Tower by reading a book that takes place in France or that took place during the industrial revolution.
13. Choose which faith to follow as you enter the halls of the Hagia Sophia by reading a book that takes place in Turkey/Persia or about religion.
14. Search for the waterfall located inside the Buddhist temple of Kiyomizu-dera by reading a book that takes place in Japan or about a great love story.
15. Travel out to Eastern Island to see the statues of the Moai by reading a book that takes place on an Island or about someone with a big head.
16. Basque in the luxury of the Neuschwanstein Castle by reading a book that takes place in Germany or a book inspired by a fairy tale.
17. View many of Moscow’s important historical sights in the Red Square by reading a book that takes place in Russia or about life under communism.
18. Say hello to the welcoming lady of the Statue of Liberty by reading a book that takes place in the U.S.A or about immigration.
19. Ponder who placed all those giant rocks in Stonehenge by reading a book that takes place in England/United Kingdom or about the outer space.
20. Travel down under to enjoy the many performances of the Sydney Opera House by reading a book that takes place in Australia or about performing in a show.
21. Remember that sometimes wonders due cease by visiting the remains of Timbuktu by reading a that takes place in Western Africa or about a character on a decline.
This is a large list created from
Have fun! Go travel, select the number of books you would like to read, and send us a postcard along the way (We mean an update of course!).
Lisa GP inspired and will be leading this challenge.