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Serial Reader Challenge: Start day 01/01/10 end day 12/31/10
28/57 read
1) Jack the Page Ripper:
Rough Riders Series by Lorelei James
James Bond Series by Ian Fleming
Malloren Series by Jo Beverley
Tempting Fortune, Secrets of the Night, Devilish
Psy/Changeling Series by Nalini Singh
Tumble Creek Series by Victoria Dahl
2) Una-book-bomber:
chick-lit Sugar Daddy by Lisa Kleypas
romance
mystery Corpse Pose by Diana Killian
pnr/urban-fantasy/fantasy/sci-fi The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart
young adult
3) Spree Series Killer (new author):
4) Author-ican Psycho
Touch of Evil Thrall Series by C.T. Adams and Cathy Clamp
5) Dr. Hannibal Lecturer:
6) The Book Strangler:
In Death series by JD Robb
7) 3rd Degree:
The Sign of Seven trilogy by Nora Roberts
BONUS: Bloody Mary:
Year long challengeChallenge title: Romance through history
Duration: Jan 1st 2010 - Dec 31st 2010
Number of books: 12
Description: I am going to read 12 romance titles that helped shape the genre through history. I might read one a month or read them all in December :)
*This list was hard to put together! So I am going to say that this is "subject to change". I think this is the list I am going to stick with but if I come across something else that belongs on the list I might add to it or substitute.*
4/12 read
1. Pamela Or Virtue Rewarded by Samuel Richardson 1740
*bonus* Parody of Pamela Joseph Andrews/Shamela by Henry Fielding 1741
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3. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 1847
4. Framley Parsonage by Anthony Trollope 1861
5. Ramona by Helen Hunt Jackson 1884
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8. The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer 1929
9. Madam, Will You Talk? by Mary Stewart 1955
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11. Playing The Odds by Nora Roberts 1985
12. Sweet Starfire by Jayne Ann Krentz 1986
*bonus*A Natural History of the Romance Novel by Pamela Regis
Year Long ChallengesA-Z Book Challenge
start date 01/01/10 end date 12/31/10
17/26 read
A: Almost Heaven by Judith McNaught
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U: Undead and Unwed by Mary Janice Davidson
V: The Viking's Defiant Bride by Joanna Fulford
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X: Ink Exchange Melissa Marr
Y: You Slay Me by Kate MacAlister
Z: Zoya by Danielle Steele
2010 A-Z Author Challenge
start date 01/01/10 end date 12/31/10
15/26 read
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January 2010 ReadingI am not so great at reviews but I am going to try to add some little blurbs at least. :)
1. Branded by Fire by Nalini Singh**** 1/3
This was by far my favorite of the series so far! I just loved the way the relationship between Mercy and Reiley came together!
2. Passion by Lisa Valdez 1/6
This is a keeper! Beautiful!
3. Guilty Pleasures by Laurell K Hamilton** 01/11
This was a fairly entertaining quick read but I will not bother with anymore in this series. The progression of events didn't even really make sense to me. I could not really understand Anita's motives for anything she did. I am going to have to make some changes to my Serial Reader Challenge.
4. Gypsy Legacy: The Marquis by Denise Patrick**** 01/14
Grabbed this for free for my new Kindle. What a fun unexpected treat! I will be purchasing the other two books in this series.
5. Kilmeny of the Orchard by L.M. Montgomery01/15
A fun trip down memory lane. I read this in probably 5th or 6th grade and loved it. I loved just as much (maybe even more) this time around. Just a beautiful simple love story that makes you *sigh*. I think I will have to pick up Anne of Green Gables again here soon.
6. Rashi's Daughters, Book 1: Joheved by Maggie Anton01/16
Beautiful account of the life of French Jews in medieval times. I loved the love story between Joheved and Meir! The way this couple came to have such a tender love for each other from an arranged marriage is just a joy to watch unfold. Very highly recommended. I will be reading the next two installments as soon as I can get my hands on them!
7. Blood Brothers by Nora Roberts*** 01/20
I am not sure exactly what it is about this one I was not crazy about. Maybe it was just that the romance happens so quickly (stangers to "I love you" in a month). It was a strong plot and characters and interesting concept and I will read the other two books but it just was not exactly a wow book for me.
8. The Flame and the Flower by Kathleen Woodiwiss 01/21
I enjoyed this much more than I expected too. Loved the characters (even Brandon) loved the development of the love story, loved the overall feel of the book. There is some silly overly flowery language at times and the characters talking to themselves was odd, but I just loved it anyway. I might be alone in this :)
9. Lead Me On by Victoria Dahl**** 01/27
Probably the strongest of the series. Jane Morgan is one big mess! I just love a flawed character working through her crap.
10. Faking It by Elisa Lorello 01/29
Wow! I loved this book so much! This is just a beutiful story about finding yourself and getting real. I couldnt put it down. Very highly recommened.
11. A Kingdom of Dreams by Judith McNaught 01/30
My first Judith McNaught! I have been told to many times to count that she is a sure bet for a great read and after this I have to agree. Looking forward to reading more of her work. :)
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February 2010 Reading12. Beyond Heaving Bosoms: The Smart Bitches' Guide to Romance Novels** 02/03
This was fairly entertaining, but dont expect much in the way of thoughtful analasis of the genre. It's just silly observations from a couple of romance loving blogers. It got a old real quick in my opinion.
13.Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase** 02/05
Not a favorite for me. The story was disjointed and without any one main driving conflict to be resolved and just fell flat for me. Bummer.
14. Long Hard Ride by Lorelei James**** 02/09
very sweet romance. Loved it!
15. Naked in Death by JD Robb*** 02/12
Good read and I will continue with the series but not a favorite. It's almost like the plot was a little too neat. I think I might try the next in the series on audio book.
16. He Loves Lucy by Susan Donovan 02/20
Great read! I think I decided I wanted to marry the hero maybe 100 pages in :)
17. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin 02/21
How can you not love Pride and Prejudice :) I just love the nice slow pacing of the book and how the love story between Mr. Darcy and Lizzy unfolds. Good stuff!
18. Educating Caroline by Patricia Cabot*** 02/27
This was cute and fun. I enjoyed both of the main characters very much but it moved a bit slow for me.
19. Str8te Boys by Evangeline Anderson*** 02/27
My first M/M romance. A bit to short and rushed for me. I wish the author had taken more time to develop the relationship and really work through their conflict. Pretty good overall tho, I enjoyed it.
20. Glory in Death by JD Robb**** 02/28
Listened to this on audio book and enjoyed it much more than the first. Very entertaining!
March 2010 Reading21. Ordinary World by Elisa Lorello 03/03
I cannot even express how much I love this book! There are no words. This and Faking It will stay with me for a long, long time. I love this authors style and voice... just absolutely beautiful.
22. WHITNEY MY LOVE by Judith McNaught 03/11
Loved it, loved it, loved it! What a roller coaster ride!
23. Immortal in Death by JD Robb *** 03/15
Really enjoying this series. Not the best books I have ever read, but on audiobook they are very entertaining! Nice way to spend my drive to work.
24. Night's Master by Tanith Lee*** 03/19
This was completely different from anything I have ever read. It reads like several short stories with the one common character being the "night's master" but they build on each other and eventually come full circle. I really enjoy Tanith Lee's work. Very cool sci-fi/fantasy writer.
25. A Rose in Winter by Kathleen Woodiwiss*** 03/23
It seems to me that I should have enjoyed this more than I did. All the emelemts were there for me to really love it.... but I just din't. Maybe I wasn't in the right mood for it. I like the beauty and the beast/phantom of the opera element to it and enjoyed Kathleen Woodiwiss's writting as always but..... ??? just can't put my finger on it. Oh well.
26. Rapture in Death by JD Robb*** 03/25
My favorite of the series so far. Has a cool "mind control" element to it. Very different from your typical murder mystery.
27. Maurice by E.M. Forster 03/27
Although I can't really relate to the subject matter, this novel was beautifully written and a joy to read. True art.
28. A Heart So Wild by Johanna Lindsey **** 03/31
This was the most enjoyable romance I have read in a while. A nice easy read with a great couple!
2010 Chubby Chunkster Challenge4/10 read
"The covers of this book are too far apart."
— Ambrose Bierce
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3. Pamela: Or Virtue Rewarded by Samuel Richardson 592 pages
4. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë 576 pages
5. Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale 560 pages
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7. Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 853 pages
8. Emma by Jane Austen 512 pages
9. The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons 656 pages
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April 2010 Reading29.Butterfly Tattoo by Deidre Knight 04/11
Oh, oh, oh.... soooo good! A woman who survived an attempted murder and a bisexual man trying to heal after the death of his life partner. What a beautiful and unconventional romance novel. Loved it!
30. Flowers of Fire by Stephanie Blake 04/18 **
Eye rolling ridiculousness! I kinda enjoyed it tho. kinda
31. The Conqueror by Brenda Joyce 04/24 ****
Tension from beginning to end and very entertaining! My review
32. Both Sides of Time by Caroline Cooney 04/25***
Nice short easy read, but does it end on cliff hanger! Now I have to run out and get the rest of the quartet to read! :)
33. Fantasy Lover by Sherrilyn Kenyon 04/30***
If you love tortured heros, Julian certainly delivers! Poor baby! :)
May 2010 Reading34. Hide My Savage Heart by Gimone Hall 05/04
This was an intensely emotional romantic epic! I am going to be hunting down more for this authors work! my review
35. Ceremony in Death by JD Robb 05/06 ***
Solid and enjoyable as they all have been. The audio book is a nice was to spend my commute to work.
36. Fallen from Grace by Laura Leone 05/14 ***
A good unconventional romance that was just a bit to tidy for me, a little to nice. Pretty good overall tho.
37. Vengeance in Death by JD Robb 03/17***
I liked that this one brought up a bunch of issues from both Roarke and Summerset's past in Ireland.
38. Blazing Bedtime Stories, Volume IV: Cupid's Bite\I Wish He Might... *** 05/21
Two very short paranormal-ish stories. Pretty good for what they are, just very short fun stories!
39. Holiday in Death by JD Robb*** 05/26
My only complaint, we didn't get to see Eve and Roarke open their gifts to each other!!!! Otherwise very solid as always. Great series
40. Sweet Savage Love by Rosemary Rogers*** 05/29
This was just ok for the first half and really picks up in the second half. Very much a bodice ripper!
June 2010 Reading41. Shadow Game by Christine Feehan **** 06/06
I love the supernatural abilities concept! I think this is going to be a great series!
42. Conspiracy in Death by JD Robb *** 06/08
Just when I think the series is going to get a bit repetitive she throws in something like this! A medical testing conspiracy! Didn't see anything like this coming!
43. Lady Chatterley's Lover by DH Lawrence 06/20
Just beautiful. Really enjoyed this. Felt very genuine.
44. Loyalty in Death by JD Robb *** 06/24
This series has yet to disapoint!
July 2010 Reading45. Witness in Death by JD Robb *** 07/01
This might be my favorite so far. A public crime with thousands of winesses including Eve Dallas and yet done in such a way the murderer and the motive is unclear. Cool concept and well done!
46. The Kadin by Bertrice Small 07/02
I just loved this! It is more historical fiction and one woman's life story that it is a romance but I just loved it!
47. Casino Royale by Ian Fleming **** 07/05
Pretty much what I expected. Somewhat dry and straight forward but fun too! I liked it!
48. Miracles by Judith McNaught 07/06
This is Nicki's story from Whitney My Love and I think this was the perfect story for him! I just wish it were a bit longer.
49. Judgment in Death by JD Robb *** 07/17
A cop killer on the loose! Yikes! We also have in this instalment a big fight between Eve and Roarke and a somewhat violent make up sex scene! Yikes!
50. Seducing Jane Porter by Dominique Adair ** 07/31
My fist BDSM type book. my review.
51. Lady Vixen by Shirlee Busbee **** 07/31
Loved it! A nothing like a good old BR!
August 2010 Reading52. The Sheik by E.M. Hull 08/02
What fun to read one of the original romance novels! Written in 1918 this was a real treat! Fun to read one of the great-grandmothers of the modern romance genre. Things haven't changed all that much!
53. All Tied Up by Cathryn Fox *** 08/04
my review
54. Erotique by Nicole Austin**** 08/04
Short and HAWT! my review
55. Rode Hard, Put Up Wet by Loreli James **** 08/13
my review
56. Betrayal in Death by JD Robb ** 08/16
Not my favorite by a long shot. Oh well, they can't all be winners *shrug*
57. Seduction in Death by JD Robb ** 08/23
This series is kinda going down hill for me. I already have the next from the library so I will give it a shot, but I am not holding high hopes.
September 2010 Reading58. Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey **** 09/06
Loved this. There is something so poetic about Carey's style. It was more than just the story I enjoyed, the prose is just lovely and a joy to read.
59. One Wild Wedding Night by Leslie Kelly **** 09/10
Super Hot! And a threesome in a harlequin!
60. The Pearl at the Gate by Anya Delvay *** 09/10
Hot, but short
61. Reunion in Death by JD Robb *** 09/14
Ok this one is better than the last couple have been. I will keep going with the series :)
62. The Jasmine Veil by Gimone Hall 09/20
Great! Now I have to hunt down everything she ever wrote and devour it! Just what I need, more for my TBR :)
63. Purity in Death by JD Robb *** 09/23
This series is getting better again! I'm excited to start the next one now!
64. A Gentle Feuding by Johanna Lindsey *** 09/27
I really enjoyed this! Lindsey is always good for a nice easy romance read!
October 2010 Reading65. A Room With a View by EM Forster **** 10/05
Loved it! Now I need to see the movie!
66. Portrait in Death by JD Robb *** 10/12
The killer in this one was really creepy and messed up.... I like it! :)
67. Pirate in My Arms by Danelle Harmon ** 10/13
True story about a pirate and a puritan in Cape Cod. It was ok. Kept me reading but was ultimately disappointing in the end. It was the true story and history that earned this even two stars.
68. Imitation in Death by JD Robb *** 10/20
I like the copy cat killer thing. This one was pretty good.
69. Devil's Embrace by Catherine Coulter ** 10/24
I can see why this is as controversial as it is, but there were good parts. I kinda liked it, but just kinda.
70. Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen by Christopher McDougall 10/29
Loved it loved it! I dare anyone to read 100 pages of this and not be inspired to throw on some running shoes and just take off!!!
November 2010 Reading71. These Golden Pleasures by Valerie Sherwood 11/12
Awesome! This is a big sweeping epic and I loved every second of it!
72. Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen *** 11/20
Cute- nothing super special but fun
73. The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emmuska Orczy ****
A real hoot! Looking forward to reading more of the series!
December 2010 Reading74. Devil's Cub by Georgette Heyer
Loved it! Had me laughing out loud more than once!
75. A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle ****
The first Holmes, so this is how it all began huh?!? Pretty good, I will have to read more.
76. Devil's Desire by Laurie McBain ***
Pretty good. It kept me reading, and yet at the same time I was not upset when it was over, go figure.
77. The Perfect Mile: Three Athletes, One Goal, and Less Than Four Minutes to Achieve It by Neil Bascom ****
Awesome read! Highly recommended for runners, or anyone who would enjoy a good inspirational story!
78. Make Mine Midnight by Annmarie McKenna***
A super hot threesome New Years story. Pretty good, but the guys had no personality, good thing they were hot!
79. The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne **
Ugh! I hate feeling like the author is trying to manipulate me. Ugh!
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An absolute delight!
80. Where Passion Leads by Lisa Kleypass
Loved it! my review
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