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Battle of the Bands Quarterly Challenge
I'm in for all 15 + 5 bonus books, I will update my progress as I go...
Duration: May 15 � August 14, 2012
READ: 0/20
1.Stone Temple Pilots: Borrower of the Night - Elizabeth Peters (archeological setting)
2.Alice in Chains: Ascension - Caris Roane (title starts with A)
3.Kings of Leon: Kiss of Fate - Deborah Cooke (war: Pyr vs Slayers)
4.Black Eyed Peas: A Necklace of Water - Cate Tiernan (set in Louisiana)
5.Disturbed: Sahara - Clive Cussler (thriller)
6.Green Day: Retribution - Sherrilyn Kenyon (green cover)
7.Incubus: Ship of Magic - Robin Hobb (supernatural:the ship is alive)
8.Jane’s Addiction: Ghostland - Jory Strong (J author)
9.Muse: Blood Will Tell - Samantha Young (mythology)
10.Paramore: Kushiel's Dart - Jacquelyn Carey (heroine is a courtesan spy)
11.Rage Against the Machine: On Ice - David Ramus (mystery)
12.Sublime: Host - Faith Hunter (sublime cover)
13.The White Stripes: Baby It's Cold Outside - Addison Fox (white cover)
14.Big Time Rush: A Feather of Stone - Cate Tiernan (young adult)
15.Jack Johnson: Weekend Warriors - Fern Michaels (chick lit)
16.Bonus: Neon Trees: Eyes Of Crow - Jeri Smith-Ready (trees on cover)
17.Bonus: Zac Brown Band: My Give a Damn's Busted - Carolyn Brown
18.Bonus: Gloriana: Talk of the Town - Karen Hawkins (Glory, NC #1)
19.Bonus: Foster the People: Hard To Handle - Lori Foster
20.Bonus: Maroon 5: Three Weeks To Say Goodbye - C.J. Box (5 words in title)
I'll give this a go: So far I've got...
Fifty Shades of Grey for Alice in Chains
The Looking Glass Wars for Kings of Leon
The Summoning for Disturbed (everyone thinks she's crazy if that counts???)
Cinder for(Sci-fi) Incubus
and Darkest Night/Everneath for Muse
Will only know if they fit properly once I've started reading them but can't wait.
Bring on tomorrow!!!
I LOVE it! Count me in. I'll aim for fifteen books.
I'm in! I'll be shooting for 20. I think a contemporary mystery with an MC who's a hustler should work for Paramore, don't you?
32/47Clothing
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cowboy hat - Tyler - C. H. Admirand (Sourcebooks - Mar 2011) 02/23/20122. top hat -
3. beanie -
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singlet/sleeveless top - Nikki and the Lone Wolf - Marion Lennox (HR #4283 - Dec 2011) 03/06/20125.
shirt - The Inconvenient Laws of Attraction - Trish Wylie (HR#4302 - Mar 2012) 02/17/2012 6.
pants - The SEAL's Promise - Rebecca Winters (HAR #1387- Jan 2012) 02/15/2012 7.
skirt - The Nanny and the Boss's Twins - Barbara McMahon (HR #4299 - Mar 2012) 03/23/20128.
dress - Lilac Wedding in Dry Creek - Janet Tronstad (LI #691 -Mar 2012) 02/16/2012 9. underpants -
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bra - Secret Identity - Paula Graves (HI #1337 - Mar 2012) 03/08/201211. stockings -
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jacket - A Soldier's Homecoming - Rachel Lee (SRS #1519 - July 2008) 02/26/201213.
shoes - Caught in the Spotlight - Jules Bennett (HD #2148 - Mar 2012) 03/02/201214.
high heels - Unfinished Business - Cat Schield (HD #2153 - Apr 2012) 03/27/201215.
boots - Fortune's Hero - Susan Crosby (HSE #2181 - Apr 2012) 04/08/201216.
socks - The Way Back - Stephanie Doyle (HS #1773 - Apr 2012) 03/27/201217. sandals -
18. scarf -
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tie - The Paternity Proposition - Merline Lovelace (HD #2145 - Mar 2012)02/19/2012 20.
belt - The Last First Kiss - Marie Ferrarella (HSE #2175 - Mar 2012) 02/20/2012 Personal Items
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ring - A Callahan Wedding - Tina Leonard (HAR #1401 - May 2012) 04/13/20123.
necklace - A Bride for the Island Prince - Rebecca Winters (HR #4291 - Feb 2012) 02/24/20124.
bracelet/arm band - Lawman's Perfect Surrender - Jennifer Morey (HRS #1700 - Apr 2012) 03/12/20125.
earrings - Miss Prim and the Billionaire - Lucy Gordon (HR #4292 - Feb 2012) 02/25/20126.
tattoo - Sparks Fly - Katie MacAlister (Signet - May 2012) 05/08/20127.
watch - The Reluctant Texas Rancher - Cathy Gillen Thacker (HAR #1394 - Mar 2012) 02/15/2012 8.
fan - A Scandalous Countess - Jo Beverley (Signet - Feb 2012) 03/03/2012Weapons
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2. knife -
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gun - Scene of the Crime: Mystic Lake - Carla Cassidy (HI #1330 - Feb 2012) 03/06/2012Nice To Have
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flower - Having Adam's Baby - Christyne Butler (HSE #2182 - Apr 2012) 03/31/20122.
candle - High-Stakes Affair - Gail Barrett (HRS #1697 - Mar 2012) 02/27/20123.
chocolates/candy - I Want Candy - Susan Donovan (St Martin's - Mar 2012) 05/14/20124. sports ball or other sports equipment -
5. playing cards -
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piece of fruit - Feeling the Heat - Brenda Jackson (HD #2149 - Apr 2012) 04/18/2012 7. book -
8. computer -
Transportation
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boat - One Reckless Summer - Toni Blake (Avon- June 2009) 02/19/20122.
car - Runaway Bride - Barbara Hannay (HR #4280 - Dec 2011) 03/24/20123.
motorbike - Redwood Bend- Robyn Carr (Mira - Mar 2012) 02/25/20124. bicycle -
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plane/helicopter - Honorable Intentions - Catherine Mann (HD #2151 - Apr 2012) 03/30/20126. carriage/stagecoach -
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horse - The Cattle King's Bride - Margaret Way (HR #4303 - Apr 2012) 04/17/2012Reviews and challenges are here:
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 � August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
You may post your list in advance, but no reading before May 15.
0/?? Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
The Third Circle by Amanda Quick
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
Darkfire Kiss by Deborah Cooke
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The Black Swan (The Riordan Brothers, #1) by Ana Seymour
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
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Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
My Scottish Summer by Connie Brockway, Patti Berg, Debra Dier and Kathleen Givens
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Herding Cats wrote: "Alycia wrote: I love your GR name! :) "hehe. Thanks Alycia :)"
Awesome name! Ironically, this is what I define my teaching job as sometimes...though the cats I herd are usually unmedicated ADHD cats. :)
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
2/20 Read Update: May 24, 2012 List may change due to availability
1. Stone Temple Pilots -
2. Alice in Chains - Fifty Shades of Grey
3. Kings of Leon - Dark Embers
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - Dark Challenge
8. Jane’s Addiction -
9. Muse - Goddess of Spring
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16. Def Leppard - Read a book that has shifters or animals as a major part of the story Animal Attraction
17. Godsmack - Read a book with character(s) that are gods/goddesses or is a boxer/fighter/martial artist.
18. The Village People - Read a book set in New York City, has a character that is a "blue-collar worker", or is GLBT.
19. 3 Doors Down - Read a book with the main characters are neighbors or best friends
20. Apocalyptica - Read a book Dystopia/zombie/"end of civilization" novel Divergent
1/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
Reviews and challenges are here:
Battle of the Bands Duration: May 15, 2012 � August 14, 2012
Completed: 16/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots (Pilots) Sternenschatten - Sergei Lukianenko
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5. Disturbed � (A character that is crazy) Darkly dreaming Dexter - Jeff Lindsay
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11. Rage Against the Machine (works in public service/law enforcement) Strike Back � Chris Ryan
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13. The White Stripes � (spy)Surrender to a wicked spy � Celeste Bradley
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Awesome, I'm in!!RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 05/15/12 - 08/14/12
10/15
Larissa Ione � Demonica 3 ★★-�
Gena Showalter � Lords of the Underworld 2 ★★-� (Anya)
Richelle Mead - Dark Swan 2 ★★� (thorn queen)
Ilona Andrews - The Edge 2 - Bayou Moon ★★★★ (Louisiana)
5. Disturbed - (a crazy character, a thriller, or in a hospital).
6. Green Day - (word green in the title, has a green cover, setting: Ireland)
7. Incubus - (incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi)
Jay Asher - 13 reasons why ★★★★
P.C. Cast � Mythica 1 ★★★★
10. Paramore - (historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair)
11. Rage Against the Machine - (political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement)
Simone Elkeles - Perfect chemistry 2 ★★�
13. The White Stripes - (predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or an ex-convict or spy)
14. Big Time Rush - (ya novel or a single mom or dad)
P.C. Cast - Mythica -
16 - 20. Bonus Books
Leslie Parrish � Black Cats 1 ★★�-�
Ilona Andrews - On the Edge/Magische Begegnung★★�-�
Bon Jovi(Tommy,Gina,Richie,Jon,David.. runaway girl,roses on cover)
Lynyrd Skynyrd(country,cowboys)
Led Zeppelin (Steampunk, zepellin, plane)
Nickelback(rich,waitress,party;character who can't remind of/remember somehting..)
RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
1/15 Completed
1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Angela Knight - Master of Fire
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★�
10.Paramore: The Rest Falls Away
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls
BATTLE OF THE BANDS QUARTERLY (MAY 15 - AUGUST 14)
1. Stone Temple Pilots - TBA
2. Alice in Chains - Sweet Possession
3. Kings of Leon - Seduction of a Highland Lass
4. Black Eyed Peas - Night Play
5. Disturbed - TBA
6. Green Day - Brave the Wild Wind
7. Incubus - Taken by Fire
8. Jane’s Addiction - Riding the Night
9. Muse - TBA
10. Paramore - Ecstasy Untamed
11. Rage Against the Machine - Heartwishes
12. Sublime - Sevin
13. The White Stripes - All I Need Is You
14. Big Time Rush - Seduced by a Stallion
15. Jack Johnson - Savage Thunder
16 - 20. Bonus Books
I'm in! I'm going to post my goal and books later...I need to finish reading A Game of Thrones first! This is a long book!
I am in for 15. Will post as I go along.5.15.12 - 8.14.12
15/15 Completed
Woo0-hoo! All Done!
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Love it! I know im a little late but Im in :) im going to aim for 20! Gonna figure out my list and post soon. :)
RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
0/15 Completed
1. Alice in Chains: Wolfsbane - Andrea Cremer
2. Kings of Leon: What A Lady Wants - Victoria Alexander
3. Disturbed: Evil at Heart - Chelsea Cain
4. Green Day: If I Die - Rachel Vincent
5. Incubus: My Soul to Steal - Rachel Vincent
6. Jane's Addiction: The Unclaimed Duchess - Jenna Petersen
7. Rage Against the Machine: The Night Season - Chelsea Cain
8. Sublime: Of Poseidon - Anna Banks
9. The White Stripes: Lover Eternal - J.R. Ward
10. Big Time Rush: Bloodrose - Andrea Cremer
11. Jack Johnson: Second Chance Summer - Morgan Matson
12. Black Eyed Peas: Secrets of the Demon - Diana Rowland
13. Coldplay (UK setting): David Copperfield - Charles Dickens
14. Florence + the Machine (Steampunk): Wicked As They Come - Delilah S. Dawson
15. 30 Seconds to Mars (Sci-Fi): Divergent - Veronica Roth
2/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)Reviews and challenges are here:
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeMay 15th - August 14th, 2012
0/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots --Such a Rush by Jennifer Echols
2. Alice in Chains --Bared to You by Sylvia Day
3. Kings of Leon --Wicked Nights by Gena Showalter
4. Black Eyed Peas --Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
5. Disturbed --Nightshifted by Cassie Alexander
6. Green Day --Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews
7. Incubus --Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead
8. Jane's Addiction --Addicted by Charlotte Featherstone
9. Muse --The Perfect Play by Jaci Burton
10. Paramore --If I Lie by Corrine Jackson
11. Rage Against the Machine --The Syndicate by Shelena Shorts
12. Sublime --Before I Wake by Rachel Vincent
13. The White Stripes --Rapture by Lauren Kate
14. Big Time Rush --The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong
15. Jack Johnson --The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
16. Red Hot Chilli Peppers --Dark Lover by J.R Ward
17. Nirvana --My Life As a White Trash Zombie by Diana Rowland
18. No Doubt --First Comes Love by Katie Kavinsky
19. Florence and the Machine --City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
20. Guns'N'Roses --The Blessed by Tonya Hurley
Lacy wrote: "I'm in! I'm going to post my goal and books later...I need to finish reading A Game of Thrones first! This is a long book!"
That is a huge book, but a pretty sweet read!
1/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
Battle Of Bands (QUATERLY CHALLENGE)Duration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
COMPLETED!
Read � 20/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting:
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A:
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war:
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef:
5. Disturbed - A character that is a thriller:
6. Green Day - A book that takes place in Ireland:
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus:
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J :
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology:
10. Paramore - A historical novel involving a paramour:
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement :
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover:
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel :
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 . The All American Rejects - A book about getting over a rejection or unrequited love /a tragic love story/ a book set in America :
17. Nirvana � A book about angels or set in an alternate universe or an epic romance:
18. Sugababes � A book with a hot girl on cover:
19. Chemical Brothers � A book where a character is a scientist/ geek or a book from a series about brothers:
20. The Darkness � A book where the Male character is dark/dangerous/ tormented:
2/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
Brett wrote: "Lacy wrote: "I'm in! I'm going to post my goal and books later...I need to finish reading A Game of Thrones first! This is a long book!"
That is a huge book, but a pretty sweet read!"
I like it a lot, but my mind is just not focusing this month. The book is taking me forever!
Lacy wrote: "Brett wrote: "Lacy wrote: "I'm in! I'm going to post my goal and books later...I need to finish reading A Game of Thrones first! This is a long book!"
That is a huge book, but a pretty sweet r..."
Yea, it is one of those books you need to be in the mood for. I was like that with the third book. I put it down and didn't pick it back up till almost a year later. They are still good books tho.
Brett wrote: "Lacy wrote: "Brett wrote: "Lacy wrote: "I'm in! I'm going to post my goal and books later...I need to finish reading A Game of Thrones first! This is a long book!"
That is a huge book, but a p..."
same with me -- I just cannot seem to get through #2, even though I like it.
3/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)Reviews and challenges are here:
RRRC Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
2/15 Completed
1.Stone Temple Pilots: Heart of Steel
2.Alice in Chains: Angela Knight - Master of Fire
3.Kings of Leon: Tempted
4.Black Eyed Peas: Sins of the Demon 17/5/12 ★★★★�
5.Disturbed: Highborn
6.Green Day: Elemental
7.Incubus: Demons Prefer Blondes
8.Jane’s Addiction: Jayne Ann Krentz - Running Hot
9.Muse: Oracle's Moon 15/5/12 ★★★★�
10.Paramore: The Rest Falls Away
11.Rage Against the Machine: Bonds of Justice
12.Sublime: Kiss of Frost
13.The White Stripes: Grimspace
14.Big Time Rush: Because Your Vampire Said So
15.Jack Johnson: Spellbound Falls
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
0/10 Read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - Cop- A Matter of Time
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
3/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
4/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here:
4/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
Battle of the Bands (Quarterly Challenge)Duration: May 15, 2012 � August 14, 2012
Rules:
Start with the 15 bands listed, then mix and match with the 5 band bonus option. You can pick 10 bands out of the 15 choices, choose all 15 choices, or go for 20 by reading all 15 and creating your own 5 bonus bands. If choosing 10 bands, two of them may be bonus picks and if choosing 15 bands, three of them may be bonus picks.
You may post your list in advance, but no reading before May 15.
1/15 Completed
01. Stone Temple Pilots: A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
02. Alice in Chains: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
The Third Circle by Amanda Quick
03. Kings of Leon: A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
04. Black Eyed Peas: A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
Falling For Gracie by Susan Mallery
05. Disturbed: A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
Crazy On You by Rachel Gibson
06. Green Day: A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
Darkfire Kiss by Deborah Cooke
OR
The Black Swan (The Riordan Brothers, #1) by Ana Seymour
07. Incubus: A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
Obsession Untamed by Pamela Palmer
OR
Touched By Fire by Catherine Spangler
08. Jane’s Addiction: A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
09. Muse: A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
Scoundrel by Zoe Archer
10. Paramore: A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine: A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime: A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes: A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
The Bride and the Beast by Teresa Medeiros
14. Big Time Rush: Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
Anne of Avonlea by L.M. Montgomery
15. Jack Johnson: Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
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READ: 2/20
1.Stone Temple Pilots: Borrower of the Night - Elizabeth Peters (archeological setting)
2.Alice in Chains: Ascension - Caris Roane (title starts with A)
3.Kings of Leon: Kiss of Fate - Deborah Cooke (war: Pyr vs Slayers)
� 4.Black Eyed Peas: A Necklace of Water - Cate Tiernan (set in Louisiana) 5/18
5.Disturbed: Sahara - Clive Cussler (thriller)
6.Green Day: Retribution - Sherrilyn Kenyon (green cover)
7.Incubus: Ship of Magic - Robin Hobb (supernatural:the ship is alive)
8.Jane’s Addiction: Ghostland - Jory Strong (J author)
9.Muse: Blood Will Tell - Samantha Young (mythology)
10.Paramore: Kushiel's Dart - Jacquelyn Carey (heroine is a courtesan spy)
11.Rage Against the Machine: On Ice - David Ramus (mystery)
12.Sublime: Host - Faith Hunter (sublime cover)
13.The White Stripes: Baby It's Cold Outside - Addison Fox (white cover)
� 14.Big Time Rush: A Feather of Stone - Cate Tiernan (young adult) 5/17
15.Jack Johnson: Weekend Warriors - Fern Michaels (chick lit)
16.Bonus: Neon Trees: Eyes Of Crow - Jeri Smith-Ready (trees on cover)
17.Bonus: Zac Brown Band: My Give a Damn's Busted - Carolyn Brown
18.Bonus: Gloriana: Talk of the Town - Karen Hawkins (Glory, NC #1)
19.Bonus: Foster the People: Hard To Handle - Lori Foster
20.Bonus: Maroon 5: Three Weeks To Say Goodbye - C.J. Box (5 words in title)
5/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here:
Read: 2/201. Stone Temple Pilots - Blind Space or Grimspace pilot
2. Alice in Chains - A Thread of Deepest Black BDSM
3. Kings of Leon - Healer war
4. Black Eyed Peas - Drawn Together Lousiana
5. Disturbed - The Girl Who Played With Fire thriller
6. Green Day - I Love You, Asshole! Green Hill series or Delicate Freakn' Flower green cover
7. Incubus - Touched by an Alien Para Sci-fi
8. Jane’s Addiction - Fatal Shadows J author
9. Muse - Catch Me If You Can art gallery
10. Paramore - One Real Thing cheating husband
11. Rage Against the Machine - Shades of Gray law enforcement
12. Sublime - Visible Friend pretty!
13. The White Stripes - Not Knowing Jack criminal? or Starch Contrast white cover
14. Big Time Rush - For Gom's Sake YA
15. Jack Johnson - Timing Summer
16. Faith No More - Lies and Consequences lies
17. Crowded House - Tommy's Story big family
18. Blue October - Bloodlines depression/tear-jerker
19. Ben Folds Five - Bulletproof 5th in series� 18 May
20. Regurgitator - The Letter Z Ask me if you really want to know ;) but trust me, it fits in beautifully! � 19 May
Battle of the BandsDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
Complete:2/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots: (Archeology/Temple): Skykeepers by Jessica Andersen
2. Alice in Chains: (Author A & Erotica): Forbidden Embers by Tessa Adams
3. Kings of Leon: (Royalty): Lord of the Wolfyn by Jessica Andersen
4. Black Eyed Peas: (Louisiana): Unleash the Night by Sherrilyn Kenyon - � (May 15) 5�'s
5. Disturbed: (Thriller): Touching Evil (Evil, #1) by Kay Hooper
6. Green Day: (Green Cover & Ireland): Earl of Darkness by Alix Rickloff
7. Incubus: Midnight Sins by Cynthia Eden
8. Jane’s Addiction: (J Title): Jane's Warlord by Angela Knight
9. Muse: (Greek Mythology): Marked by Elisabeth Naughton
10. Paramore: Affair by Amanda Quick
11. Rage Against the Machine: (Law enforcement): A Lot Like Love by Julie James
12. Sublime: (Beautiful Cover): The Wolf Who Loved Me by Lydia Dare
13. The White Stripes: (Ex-convict): About That Night by Julie James
14. Big Time Rush: (Single mom): Hostage to Pleasure by Nalini Singh
15. Jack Johnson: (Summer):
16. The Police: (Detective or FBI Agent)
17. Coldplay: (Winter in title) Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas
18. Nirvana: (Angelic character): The Darkest Passion by Gena Showalter - � (May 18) 3�'s
19. Earth, Wind & Fire: (4 Elements motif): Bound by Light by Anna Windsor
20: Lady Antebellum: (Southern US or Regency England)
This sounds fun. Count me in for 10. I will post as soon as I figure out my reads. If I finish the 10 before the deadline, I just may try for the 15 or 20.
6/201. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
Matchmaking by Moonlight - Teresa Hill (HSE #2189 - May 2012) 05/19/2012 (Ashe)3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
The Cowboy Takes a Bride - Lori Wilde (Avon - April 2012) 05/16/2012 (Joe)9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
The Surprise of Her Life - Helen R. Myers (HSE #2190 - May 2012) 05/18/2012 (FBI)12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
The Paternity Promise - Merline Lovelace (HD #2163 - June 2012) 05/18/2012 (single dad)15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
Barefoot Season - Susan Mallery (Mira - Apr 2012) 05/15/2012 (summer)16 - 20. Bonus Books
16. B*Witched - read a book that has magic or witches/wizards.
Spells & Stitches - Barbara Bretton (Berkley - Dec 2011) 05/15/2012 (magick)17. Carbon Leaf - a book with an outdoor theme, or scientist as a character.
18. Alabama - a book that takes place in the South
19. The Beach Boys - a book that takes place near a beach or in California.
20. The Osmonds - a book that takes place in Utah or has a large family.
Reviews and challenges are here:
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
1/10 Read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice 5/19 4*
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - Police Detective- A Matter of Time
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
5/151. Stone Temple Pilots:(Pilot) Animal Magnetism
2. Alice in Chains:(Title begins with A) Avenger's Angel
3. Kings of Leon:(Royal character) Queen of Swords
4. Black Eye Peas:(Chef)Hot in Here
5. Disturbed:(Thriller)Immortal in Death
6. Green Day(probably one of my favorite bands):(Green Cover)The Gamble
7. Incubus:(Succubus)Gentlemen Prefer Succubi
8. Jane's Addiction:(Author name begins with J)Fever5/19
9.Muse:(Greek mythology)Tempted
10. Paramore:(mistress)Mistress of Rome
11. Rage Against the Machine:(law enforcement)Sugar Creek5/16
12. Sublime:(beautiful cover)Rainshadow Road5/18
13. The White Stripes:(white cover)Tempt Me at Twilight5/17
14. Big Time Rush:(Single dad)Accidental Fate5/15
15. Jack Johnson:(beach)Water Bound
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
I'm definitely in for 15, and hope to finish all 20!
1/20 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
�13. The White Stripes - After Dark 5/19/12
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
Finished:
Romance Readers Reading ChallengesBattle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: May 15th, 2012 � August 14th, 2012
Progress: 12 out of 15
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or
Most Talkative: Stories from the Front Lines of Pop Culture by Andy Cohen
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or
The Unsung Hero by Suzanne Brockmann
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef,
Wicked Business by Janet Evanovich
5. Disturbed -
Yours, Mine, and Ours by MaryJanice Davidson
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams,
Lover Awakened by J.R. Ward
8. Jane’s Addiction -
Shelter In A Soldier's Arms (That Special Woman!) by Susan Mallery
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology,
Sacrificial Magic by Stacia Kane - - 7/10/2012
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair -
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement -
Anyone But You by Jennifer Crusie (ER Doctor)
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring -
Across the Universe by Beth Revis
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy -
Heist Society by Ally Carter
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad -
Red Glove by Holly Black
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book -
Beauty Queens by Libba Bray
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly Challenge
Duration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
3/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
� 7. Incubus - Sweet Blood of Mine by John Corwin [5/18/2012] ***
� 8. Jane’s Addiction - What I Didn't Say by Keary Taylor [5/19/2012] ****
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
� 14. Big Time Rush: My Enchanted Life by Laura Eno [5/15/2012] **
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16. Bruce Springsten - Read a book with a male narrator or a book set in New Jersey.
17. Florence + The Machine - Read a book with a flower on the cover, set in Florence or a book where the main character is a redhead.
18. Guns N' Roses - Read a book with a rose or a gun on the cover or a book set in Los Angeles.
19. Arctic Monkeys - Read a young adult book, a book set in a nightclub or a book that takes place during a winter.
20. Pink Floyd - Read a book with a pink cover, with word rainbow in a title or a book set in England.
Duration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
3/20
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with A, or a bondage/ S&M/erotica story.
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
� 7. Incubus - Sweet Blood of Mine by John Corwin [5/18/2012] ***
� 8. Jane’s Addiction - What I Didn't Say by Keary Taylor [5/19/2012] ****
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - A book with a political setting, mystery, or a male character who works in public service/law enforcement.
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - A predominately white cover, cover with white lettering, or a character that is an ex-convict or spy.
� 14. Big Time Rush: My Enchanted Life by Laura Eno [5/15/2012] **
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16. Bruce Springsten - Read a book with a male narrator or a book set in New Jersey.
17. Florence + The Machine - Read a book with a flower on the cover, set in Florence or a book where the main character is a redhead.
18. Guns N' Roses - Read a book with a rose or a gun on the cover or a book set in Los Angeles.
19. Arctic Monkeys - Read a young adult book, a book set in a nightclub or a book that takes place during a winter.
20. Pink Floyd - Read a book with a pink cover, with word rainbow in a title or a book set in England.
Battle of the Bands - Quarterly ChallengeDuration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
2/10 Read
1. Stone Temple Pilots - A book with an archeological setting, involves a temple, or has a main character that is a pilot.
2. Alice in Chains - BDSM Erotica- Sugar and Spice 5/19 4*
3. Kings of Leon - A book with a main character that is a royal figure or involves some sort or battle/war.
4. Black Eyed Peas - A story that has a chef, baker, food critic, or restaurant owner as the main character or the story takes place in Louisiana.
5. Disturbed - A character that is crazy, a thriller, or takes place in a hospital.
6. Green Day - A book that has the word green in the title, has a green cover, or takes place in Ireland.
7. Incubus - A book with an incubus, dreams, obsession, or supernatural sci-fi.
8. Jane’s Addiction - A main character, the title or author’s name starts with J, or a character with some sort of addiction.
9. Muse - A book that involves some sort of connection to Greek mythology, a character that inspires someone to be a better person, or a character that is some sort of artist.
10. Paramore - A historical book involving a paramour/mistress or a contemporary book involving an adulterous affair.
11. Rage Against the Machine - Police Detective- A Matter of Time 5/19 3*
12. Sublime - A book with a beautiful cover or a synopsis that sounds awe-inspiring.
13. The White Stripes - (white letters in title) Girl Walks into a Bar . . .: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle
14. Big Time Rush - Read a young adult novel or a book about a single mom or dad.
15. Jack Johnson - Read a book that takes place in the summer, at the beach, at a lake, or a chick-lit book.
16 - 20. Bonus Books
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Duration: 15 May � 14 August 2012
Excited about this challenge! My main goal is 15 but I went ahead and listed my last 5 if I can get to them as well.
0/15 Completed
1. Stone Temple Pilots - Grimspace
2. Alice in Chains - All I Ever Wanted
3. Kings of Leon - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
4. Black Eyed Peas - Too Hot To Touch
5. Disturbed - The Talented Mr. Ripley
6. Green Day - A Lady Awakened
7. Incubus - Magic Bleeds
8. Jane’s Addiction - Heart of Darkness
9. Muse - Cry Wolf
10. Paramore - Teach Me
11. Rage Against the Machine - The Shadow of the Wind
12. Sublime - Dragon Bound
13. The White Stripes - Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
14. Big Time Rush - A Wizard of Earthsea
15. Jack Johnson - Hot Island Nights
16. The Decemberists: Self-Pub Author - The Gamble
17. Maroon 5: Red Cover - A Rogue By Any Other Name
18. Train: Steampunk - Phoenix Rising
19. Foo Fighters: SciFi - Gabriel's Ghost
20. Zomboy: Involves zombies - Pride and Prejudice and Zombies