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message 1: by Tiff (last edited Apr 24, 2013 03:10AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Thank God there is something like this here! :)

Sounds like fun! Hopefully, I still have enough time to finish the challenge!

COMPLETED CHALLENGE

The Blushing Bride Quarterly Challenge
Duration: February 15, 2013- May 15, 2013
Level 3: You've booked the reception hall!

COMPLETED!
4/4
8/8
12/12

Something Old
2. Read a book by a favorite author (either re-read or a book not previously read)
Fighting for Flight by Jamie Salsbury
3. Read book that has been on your TBR for while
Never Too Far by Abbi Glines
4. Read a book featuring an "older" character (you can determine what is old)
Beauty From Pain by Georgia Cates

Fighting for Flight (Fighting, #1) by Jamie Salsbury Never Too Far (Too Far, #2) by Abbi Glines Beauty From Pain (Beauty, #1) by Georgia Cates

Something New

5.Read something newly purchased
Love Irresistibly by Julie James
6.Read a new to you author
His Possession by Sam Crescent
7.Read the first book in a new series
Assets by Shannon Dermott
8.Read a new genre (or a genre you don't read very often: menage )
The Men With The Golden Cuffs by Lexi Blake

Love Irresistibly (FBI / US Attorney, #4) by Julie James His Possession (The Owners, #1) by Sam Crescent Assets (Balance Sheet, #1) by Shannon Dermott The Men With The Golden Cuffs (Masters and Mercenaries, #2) by Lexi Blake

Something Borrowed

9.Read a book you borrowed (from a friend, library etc)
Grounded by R.K. Lilley
10.Read a book where an author has "borrowed" another name (aka, writes under a pseudonym)
Port of Paradise by Lisa Marie Rice
11.Read a book whose author's initials appear in BORROW
Try Me by Olivia Cunning

Grounded (Up In The Air, #3) by R.K. Lilley Port of Paradise by Lisa Marie Rice Try Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #1) by Olivia Cunning

Something Blue

13.Read a book from one of the lists
On Dublin Street by Samantha Young
14.Read a crime story and/or one that has a man-in-blue character (hot policeman anyone?)
Deadly Shadows by Jaycee Clark

Deadly Shadows (Deadly, #1) by Jaycee Clark On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young


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message 2: by Tiff (last edited May 12, 2013 10:35PM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments I want to have a go at it!

COMPLETED CHALLENGE!

Read-the-Season Spring Challenge: L-E-N-T-E
Duration: March 20, 2013 - June 20, 2013

5/5 read

L: Love IrresistiblyJulie James
E: Elizabeth Hoyt; The Raven Prince
N: Norah Wilson; Guarding Suzannah
T: Try Me by Olivia Cunning
E: Ella Fox; Picture Perfect

Try Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #1) by Olivia Cunning The Raven Prince (Princes Trilogy, #1) by Elizabeth Hoyt Love Irresistibly (FBI / US Attorney, #4) by Julie James Picture Perfect (Renegade Saints, #1) by Ella Fox Guarding Suzannah (Serve and Protect, #1) by Norah Wilson

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message 4: by Tiff (last edited Jun 28, 2013 07:49PM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Joining another one!! YAY

Zodiac Horoscope Challenge
Duration: 4/1/13 ~ 9/30/13

Birth Sign: Scorpio

1. Spell It Out:
S: S.H. Kolee;Fated
C: Georgia Cates;Beauty From Pain
O: Omega Mine by Aline Hunter
R: Rapture and Lace by Adriane Leigh
P: Picture Perfect by Ella Fox
I: Inara Scott;Rules of Negotiation
O: Small Town Siren by Sophie Oak

Beauty From Pain (Beauty, #1) by Georgia Cates Picture Perfect (Renegade Saints, #1) by Ella Fox Fated by S.H. Kolee Rapture and Lace (Lace, #3) by Adriane Leigh Omega Mine (Alpha and Omega Series, #1) by Aline Hunter Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott Small Town Siren (Texas Sirens, #1) by Sophie Oak

2. Zodiac Sign Number: Series Number
8th Zodiac sign - Read a book that is eighth in a series or has the number 8/eight/eighth/8th in its title
Obsidian by Laurann Dohner

Obsidian (New Species, #8) by Laurann Dohner

3. Ruling Element:
Water - Dark Blue
Deadly Shadows by Jaycee Clark

Deadly Shadows (Deadly, #1) by Jaycee Clark

4. Chinese Zodiac: Animal
Ox

5.Career:
Scorpio - detective, lawyer, educator, scientist, surgeon, physicist
Love Irresistibly by Julie James

Love Irresistibly (FBI / US Attorney, #4) by Julie James

6. Birthstone:
November - Citrine/Topaz (Orange/Amber/Yellow)
Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard

Gabriel's Inferno (Gabriel's Inferno, #1) by Sylvain Reynard

last updated June 29


message 5: by Tiff (last edited Apr 20, 2013 03:18AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments April PIFM Challenge
Thanks, Jane(PS)

Hi Tiff! I loved checking out some of your TBR books - I added a couple myself :) You have on your profile that you love alpha males, so that has guided me to a degree. Here are my picks for you - hope you find one that suits :)



1. April Fools Day (April 1)
Perfect Cover (NEW) - a YA romp with a narky heroine forced to be a cheerleader. Funny? Yes. Improbable? Absolutely!
Wallbanger (TBR) - I haven't read this, but it sounds pretty darn funny...

2. April Showers bring May Flowers
Amaryllis(NEW) - Jayne Castle writes fun books. This series is named after flowers.
At the Bride Hunt Ball(NEW) - flowers on the cover :)

3. U.S. Tax Day (April 15) –
Beautiful Bastard(TBR) - media empire wealthy!
Beauty From Pain(TBR) - mega wealthy Aussie wine-maker? This appears to be a contradiction in terms (the best way to make a small fortune from wine is to start with a large one!) - but this gets great reviews. So go for it!

4.Major League Baseball Opening Day
Mackenzie's Mountain (NEW)
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (NEW)
Both these books have a very strong feel of outdoors. Both are by great authors who can't write a bad book.

5. April’s birthstone: Diamond
The Marriage Bargain (TBR) - it involves the all-important ring finger :)
Slave to Sensation(NEW) - the psy-net is like sparkling diamonds (OK, they are stars, but I wanted to fit this in somewhere :)

6. Earth Day (April 22) is planned to inspire attentiveness and admiration for the Earth's surroundings
Dark Prince (NEW) - Carpathians heal with the earth, so this one counts :) And if you like alpha - whoa, these boys are alpha and dominant! This isn't the best book in the series, but they definitely get better.
The Lion's Lady(NEW) - this book opens with the heroine living with the Dakota Indians. It is actually a very fun, if highly improbable, read.

7. Patriot’s Day in observance of the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord – Military and action:
Love Irresistibly (TBR) - released today! This looks like a battle royale :)
Shadow Game (NEW) - another Christine Feehan book because she does such alpha males :)

8. Drop Everything and Read (April 12)
Quinn's Hart (NEW) - this is from a new to you genre (M/M). Opening your first M/M book can be quite a big step (it was for me!), but I haven't looked back... ;) This is just a really sweet story of a shy H finally meeting someone who appreciates him.
Walking Disaster(TBR) - it's out today, and I suspect this is a book you may be tempted to drop everything for :)


message 7: by Tiff (last edited Aug 25, 2013 12:21AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments 2013 A-Z Character Challenge (Male)
Duration: January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

23/26

A- Akira;Lana
B- Braden Carmichael; On Dublin Street
C- Cameron MacKenzie; The Many Sins of Lord Cameron
D- Dorian Sorenson; Destructively Alluring
E- Ephraim Williams; Tall, Dark & Lonely
F- Franco Rivera; Port of Paradise
G- Gabriel Banner; Try Me
H- Hart MacKenzie;The Duke's Perfect Wife
I- Isaac Montgomery; Under The Mistletoe With Me
J- James Cavendish; In Flight
K- Kalen Brinner; Assets
L- Landyn James; Lexi, Baby
M- Mac Mackenzie; Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage
N- Nathaniel McKenna; Fight With Me
O- Obsidian; Obsidian
P- Parker "Shy" Cage; Own the Wind
Q- John Quigley;Guarding Suzannah
R- Rush Finlay;Fallen Too Far
S- Shane Maxton; Fall From Grace
T- Troy Wainwright; Do Over
U
V- Vic Savian; Wicked Burn
W- Will Montgomery;Play With Me
X
Y- Yuri Novakovsky; Yuri
Z

Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage (Highland Pleasures, #2) by Jennifer Ashley The Many Sins of Lord Cameron (Highland Pleasures, #3) by Jennifer Ashley Lexi, Baby (This Can't Be Happening, #1) by Lynda LeeAnne The Duke's Perfect Wife (Highland Pleasures, #4) by Jennifer Ashley Fall From Grace (Mad World, #1) by Christine Zolendz Fallen Too Far (Rosemary Beach, #1) by Abbi Glines Destructively Alluring (Allure, #1) by N. Isabelle Blanco In Flight (Up In The Air, #1) by R.K. Lilley Do Over by Mari Carr Tall, Dark & Lonely (Pyte/Sentinel, #1) by R.L. Mathewson Lana by R.K. Lilley Port of Paradise by Lisa Marie Rice On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young Fight With Me (With Me in Seattle, #2) by Kristen Proby Play With Me (With Me in Seattle, #3) by Kristen Proby Under The Mistletoe With Me (With Me In Seattle, #1.5) by Kristen Proby Try Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #1) by Olivia Cunning Assets (Balance Sheet, #1) by Shannon Dermott Obsidian (New Species, #8) by Laurann Dohner Guarding Suzannah (Serve and Protect, #1) by Norah Wilson Wicked Burn by Beth Kery Yuri (Her Russian Protector, #3) by Roxie Rivera Own the Wind (Chaos, #1) by Kristen Ashley


message 8: by Tiff (last edited Aug 25, 2013 12:29AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments 2013 A-Z Character Challenge (Female)
Duration: January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

19/26

A: Ainsley Douglas- The Many Sins of Lord Cameron
B: Blaire Wynn- Fallen Too Far
C: Charity- Demon's Captive
D: Demitra Davis- Destructively Alluring
E: Eleanor Ramsay-The Duke's Perfect Wife
F: Faith Bennet- All Revved Up
G: Grace Taylor- Fall From Grace
H: Hope Winston- Port of Paradise
I: Isabella Scranton-Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage
J: Jocelyn Butler-On Dublin Street
K:
L: Lana- Lana
M: Mia Ryder-Falling Stars
N: Natalie Lambert- Marco's Redemption
O: Magdelena O'Donnel- Exquisite
P: Patricia Kincaid-Trish, Just Trish
Q:
R: Raven Morretti-Fighting for Flight
S: Serena Brooks- The Men With The Golden Cuffs
T: Tessa Hamilton-Picture Perfect
U:
V: Violet Moore-His Possession
W: Johanna Walker- Down London Road
X:
Y: Yelena (Lena) Cruz- Yuri (Her Russian Protector #3): Her Russian Protector #3
Z: Zandy- Tiger

Lady Isabella's Scandalous Marriage (Highland Pleasures, #2) by Jennifer Ashley The Many Sins of Lord Cameron (Highland Pleasures, #3) by Jennifer Ashley The Duke's Perfect Wife (Highland Pleasures, #4) by Jennifer Ashley Fall From Grace (Mad World, #1) by Christine Zolendz Falling Stars (Falling Stars, #1) by Sadie Grubor Fallen Too Far (Rosemary Beach, #1) by Abbi Glines Destructively Alluring (Allure, #1) by N. Isabelle Blanco All Revved Up (Wicked Reads #2) by Sylvia Day Marco's Redemption by Lynda Chance His Possession (The Owners, #1) by Sam Crescent Lana by R.K. Lilley On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young Port of Paradise by Lisa Marie Rice Fighting for Flight (Fighting, #1) by J.B. Salsbury Picture Perfect (Renegade Saints, #1) by Ella Fox Demon's Captive (War Tribe, #1) by Stephanie Snow The Men With The Golden Cuffs (Masters and Mercenaries, #2) by Lexi Blake Tiger (New Species, #7) by Laurann Dohner Trish, Just Trish (This Can't Be Happening, #2) by Lynda LeeAnne Down London Road (On Dublin Street, #2) by Samantha Young Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank Yuri (Her Russian Protector #3) Her Russian Protector #3 by Roxie Rivera


message 9: by Tiff (last edited May 29, 2013 01:48AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments I was looking around for more challenges and came upon this. I'm in! :)

Stacking the Series Challenge
Duration: January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Completed 11/15


New Species series by Laurann Dohner
5/5
Wrath (New Species, #6) by Laurann Dohner Tiger (New Species, #7) by Laurann Dohner Obsidian (New Species, #8) by Laurann Dohner Shadow (New Species, #9) by Laurann Dohner Moon (New Species, #10) by Laurann Dohner

Lace series by Adriane Leigh
4/4
Steel and Lace (Lace, #1) by Adriane Leigh Whiskey and Lace (Lace, #2) by Adriane Leigh Rapture and Lace (Lace, #3) by Adriane Leigh Precious Lace (Lace, #4) by Adriane Leigh

Shadow series by S.H. Kolee
0/3
Seeing Shadows (Shadow, #1) by S.H. Kolee Chasing Shadows (Shadow #2) by S.H. Kolee Hunting Shadows (Shadow #3) by S.H. Kolee

Games series by Nyrae Dawn
1/2
Charade (Games, #1) by Nyrae Dawn Facade (Games, #2) by Nyrae Dawn

Exquisite series by Ella Frank
1/1
Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank


message 10: by Tiff (last edited Jul 31, 2013 06:20AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments ♣♦ Series Shuffler Challenge ♠♥
Duration: May 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
Level: Snowman

3/8 Completed

First Post
#1- King of Diamonds: ✔- Twisted Perfection ★★★★★ 05/02/13
#2- 2 of Spades: ✔- Trish, Just Trish ★★★★★ 05/03/13
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Second Post
Draws:
#3- 4 of Spades: ✔- Moon ★★★★ 05/05/13
#4- Queen of Hearts: Touching Ice (Cyborg Seduction #4) by Laurann Dohner

DNF


message 11: by Tiff (last edited May 03, 2013 12:23AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments I don't know why I didn't join this earlier... But here I go! :)

Read the Month Dutch Edition APRIL (April)
Duration: April 1, 2013- April 31, 2013

4/5

A- Amaryllis by Jayne Castle
P-Protecting What's His by Tessa Bailey
R- Rapture and Lace by Adriane Leigh
I
L-Beautiful Bastard by Christina Lauren

Amaryllis (St. Helen's, #1) by Jayne Castle Protecting What's His (Line of Duty, #1) by Tessa Bailey Beautiful Bastard (Beautiful Bastard, #1) by Christina Lauren Rapture and Lace (Lace, #3) by Adriane Leigh

DNF


message 12: by Tiff (last edited May 29, 2013 01:52AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments OHHH. Gotta give this a go.

CHALLENGE COMPLETED!
Read Your Name Challenge
Duration: April 21, 2013- June 21, 2013

Completed: 7/7

T: Tiger by Laurann Dohner
I: Inara Scott-Rules of Negotiation
F: Feeling Hot by Elle Kennedy
F: Ella Frank- Exquisite
A: Steel and Lace by Adriane Leigh
N: Norah Wilson-Guarding Suzannah
Y: Samantha Young-Down London Road

Steel and Lace (Lace, #1) by Adriane Leigh Tiger (New Species, #7) by Laurann Dohner Guarding Suzannah (Serve and Protect, #1) by Norah Wilson Down London Road (On Dublin Street, #2) by Samantha Young Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott Feeling Hot (Out of Uniform, #7) by Elle Kennedy Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank

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message 13: by Tiff (last edited Aug 25, 2013 12:32AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments I found this challenge in the depths of the challenge folders. I'm in! :)

Whatever the Weather Challenge
Duration: 5 September 2012 to 4 September 2013

Season/Weather
Spell out any or all of the words below OR find a cover that has a picture of the following words OR has the following words in the title. How much you do is up to you.

A-The Unwanted Wife by Natasha Anders
U-Until the Sun Falls from the Sky by Kristen Ashley
T-The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie by Jennifer Ashley
U
M-Midnight Run by Lisa Marie Rice
N-Nightfire by Lisa Marie Rice

M-Midnight Angel by Lisa Marie Rice
O- Omega Mine by Aline Hunter
O- Small Town Siren by Sophie Oak
N

S- Catching Caroline by Sylvia Day
N
O-On Dublin Street by Samantha Young
W-Whiskey and Lace by Adriane Leigh

Catching Caroline by Sylvia Day Midnight Run (Midnight, #2) by Lisa Marie Rice Midnight Angel (Midnight, #3) by Lisa Marie Rice The Unwanted Wife by Natasha Anders Until the Sun Falls from the Sky (The Three, #1) by Kristen Ashley Nightfire (Protectors, #3) by Lisa Marie Rice The Madness of Lord Ian Mackenzie (Highland Pleasures, #1) by Jennifer Ashley On Dublin Street (On Dublin Street, #1) by Samantha Young Whiskey and Lace (Lace, #2) by Adriane Leigh Omega Mine (Alpha and Omega Series, #1) by Aline Hunter Small Town Siren (Texas Sirens, #1) by Sophie Oak

Rainbow
Spell out any of the colours or find a cover/title writing with the following colours on it. How much you do is up to you.

Red
Hot Secrets (Dangerous, #1.5) by Lisa Marie Rice
Pink
Never Too Far (Rosemary Beach, #2) by Abbi Glines
Green
Breathe (Colorado Mountain, #4) by Kristen Ashley
Purple
The Raven Prince (Princes Trilogy, #1) by Elizabeth Hoyt
Orange
Claimed (Dark Protectors, #2) by Rebecca Zanetti
Blue
Delicious (Wicked Lovers, #3) by Shayla Black
Gold
Reflected in You (Crossfire, #2) by Sylvia Day
White
Falling Stars (Falling Stars, #1) by Sadie Grubor
Black
All In (The Blackstone Affair, #2) by Raine Miller


message 14: by Tiff (last edited May 31, 2013 06:24AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments CHALLENGE COMPLETED!

2013 May Monthly Challenge
Duration: May 1, 2013- May 31, 2013

Completed: 8/10

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

Moon by Laurann Dohner ★★★★ 05/05

2. Happy Birthday, Tonya!:
Read a book from a May birthday celebrant's GR bookshelf whose name/nickname starts with the same letter as yours OR match the date of your birthday (1-31) to a member on the RRRC May Birthday List. If no initials or dates match exactly, pick the next closest letter or date (above or below).

Tidal by Emily Snow ★★★★ 05/23

3. Geography:
Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Portugal OR Portugal is known for their amazing food & wine, so read a book with a chef OR has food and/or wine on the cover.

Exquisite by Ella Frank ★★★★ 05/29

4. May Day (May 1):
Spring is the air! Read a new to you author, series, genre or subgenre.

Guarding Suzannah by Norah Wilson ★★★★ 05/11

5. Star Wars Day (May 4):
Read a sci fi book OR futuristic book OR a book that’s part of a trilogy.

Shadow by Laurann Dohner ★★★★ 05/03

6. National Tourist Appreciation Day (May 6):
Read a book that takes place in a location you’ve never visited before.

Down London Road by Samantha Young ★★★★★ 05/12

7. Clean Up Your Room Day (May 10):
Which for us means... clean up your TBR! Read a book that’s been on your TBR shelf for a while now.

Wicked Burn by Beth Kery ★★★★ 05/31

8. Lucky Penny Day (May 23):
Let’s save some $$! Read one of those freebies or cheapies you’ve found OR a book you’ve borrowed OR reread a favorite.

In Too Deep by Kathryn Shay ★★★★ 05/30

9. Memorial Day (May 27):
Read a book where a MC serves or has served in the military.

Feeling Hot by Elle Kennedy 05/25 ★★★★★

10. Readers Choice:

Real by Katy Evans05/27 ★★★★★

Real (Real, Raw & Ripped, #1) by Katy Evans Feeling Hot (Out of Uniform, #7) by Elle Kennedy Wicked Burn by Beth Kery Down London Road (On Dublin Street, #2) by Samantha Young Guarding Suzannah (Serve and Protect, #1) by Norah Wilson Tidal by Emily Snow Moon (New Species, #10) by Laurann Dohner Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank Shadow (New Species, #9) by Laurann Dohner In Too Deep by Kathryn Shay


message 15: by Tiff (last edited May 29, 2013 01:45AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments COMPLETED CHALLENGE!
Read the Month Dutch Edition: Mei (May)
Duration: May 1, 2013 - May 31, 2013

Completed: 3/3

✔-M : Moon by Laurann Dohner
✔-E: Exquisite by Ella Frank
✔-I: Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott

Moon (New Species, #10) by Laurann Dohner Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott

(Update of Message 12)


message 16: by Tiff (last edited Apr 29, 2013 10:01PM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Well, April's almost over and I have a challenge to complete!

I can't believe its only been a month since I started involving myself in this group.

Thank you, Jane(PS) for being my April PIFM partner (if you can call it that).

Books to read before April 2013 is over
Naked in Death by J. D. Robb
Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott
At the Bride Hunt Ball by Olivia Parker
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf by Molly Harper

Naked in Death (In Death, #1) by J.D. Robb Rules of Negotiation by Inara Scott At the Bride Hunt Ball (Devine & Friends, #1) by Olivia Parker How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #1) by Molly Harper

NEVER MIND. LOOKS LIKE I GOT TOO CARRIED AWAY WITH Laurann Dohner's BOOKS.


message 17: by Tiff (last edited May 31, 2013 06:28AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments May PIFM Challenge
Thanks, Ruth Ann

Hi Tiff!

Hope you find something you like. We have similar taste in books-Alpha Males :-)

1. Jill Shalvis/Pamela Clare
Twisted Perfection
Surrender Your Love

2. Lisa Klypas/Gail Carriger
The Lion's Lady
Bad Boys In Kilts

3. Lara Adrian/Patricia Briggs
Wrath
Slave to Sensation

4. Lorelei James/Amy Lane
Connected
The Siren

If you want to do a buddy read with Connected (Connections #1) by Kim Karr
I would love it. I have been wanting to read this book.

Let me know if I need to do any re-picks for you!


message 18: by Tiff (last edited Jun 30, 2013 05:38AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments This sound pretty cool. ;) I want in.

CHALLENGE COMPLETED

RRRC’s Not Quite a Tournament Challenge
Duration: May 1, 2013- June 30, 2013
last updated June 30, 2013

Theme: Fire

Points - 10 points

ROUND ONE COMPLETE
1. Hina's Category - Read a book where a character fights/investigates fire.
In Too Deep by Kathryn Shay
2. Sassafrass's Category - Read a book with Fire or Smoke on the cover (post cover)
Gabriel's Inferno by Sylvain Reynard
3. Nikita's Category - Pick a book with a hot couple on the cover. (post cover)
Rock With Me by Kristen Proby
4. JoJo's Category - Read a book with something that will extinguish a fire/flame - it can be on the cover or in the title (eg. rain/wind/water/fire extinguisher) (post cover - if needed)
Tidal by Emily Snow
5. Katie’s Category - Read a book whose author's initials can be found in the words INFERNO/BLAZE/FLAME (the letters can come from any word - so Z.A. Maxfield would work - ZA in Blaze and M in Flame)
Trish, Just Trish by Lynda LeeAnne

ROUND TWO COMPLETE
1. Hina's Category - Read a book where a character fights/investigates fire.
Seducing Simon by Maya Banks
2. Sassafrass's Category - Read a book with Fire or Smoke on the cover (post cover)
Gabriel's Rapture by Sylvain Reynard
3. Nikita's Category - Pick a book with a hot couple on the cover. (post cover)
Mouth to Mouth by Erin McCarthy
4. JoJo's Category - Read a book with something that will extinguish a fire/flame - it can be on the cover or in the title
The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden by Jessica Sorensen
5. Katie’s Category - Read a book whose author's initials can be found in the words INFERNO/BLAZE/FLAME (the letters can come from any word - so Z.A. Maxfield would work - ZA in Blaze and M in Flame)
Exquisite by Ella Frank


message 19: by Tiff (last edited Aug 25, 2013 12:37AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments I'm in!! (Btw, I'm quite obsessed with The Bachelorette as well, lol)

The Bachelorette Quarterly Challenge
Duration: May 27, 2013 - August 27, 2013

Level 2:Dedicated
10 books to read- Locate 10 different items from 10 different book covers.

8/10

2. Desiree is a brunette- find a brunette on cover.
Wicked Burn by Beth Kery ★★★★ 05/31
5. There is always a pool at the mansion - find a body of water of any kind on cover
Exquisite (Exquisite, #1) by Ella Frank ★★★★ 05/29
6. The guys are usually half naked most of the time- find a bare chest on cover.
The Mighty Storm (The Storm, #1) by Samantha Towle ★★★★ 08/22
11. There is always some kind of bungee/free-falling date from way up high- find clouds on cover.
Chasing Shadows (Shadow #2) by S.H. Kolee
12. A carriage ride is also common- find a large animal or a couple on cover.
Feral Sins (The Phoenix Pack, #1) by Suzanne Wright ★★★★★ 06/14
14. Also tons of kissing with many men- find kissing on cover.
The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden (The Coincidence, #1) by Jessica Sorensen ★★★★ 06/16
15. Picnics are also popular for a date- find a food item or blanket on cover.
Too Hot To Touch (Rising Star Chef, #1) by Louisa Edwards
16. Most guys leave broken-hearted (in a black mood)- find a cover that is mostly black or stormy scene.
This Man Confessed (This Man, #3) by Jodi Ellen Malpas ★★★★★ 06/14
17. There are overnight dates where cameras aren't allowed- find underwear on cover
Beauty from Surrender (Beauty, #2) by Georgia Cates ★★★★★ 06/05
19. The final couple always embrace in the final episode after proposal- find an embrace on cover.
Tempt Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #2) by Olivia Cunning ★★★★ 06/05


message 20: by Tiff (last edited Aug 25, 2013 12:38AM) (new)

Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments June PIFM Challenge
Thanks, Katie!

Hi Tiff!

Here are my picks for you. Hope you're able to find something interesting in here!

1. Hot Tamales: Connected - Haven't read this one myself, but that cover looks pretty hot.

2. Ghiradelli Chocolate: Darkfever - I just read this book the other day and I'm certainly hooked! I think it's time for you to sink your teeth into this series. :)

✔3. Tootsie Pop: Wicked Burn - Lol...this is the only book on your tbr that's been there over 6 months.

✔4. M&M's: The Mane Event- This is one of my favorite series. Sexy and so funny!

5. Skittles: I'll Be Your Drill, Soldier- M/M is one of my favorite genres and this book is one of my favorites in general! If you've ever considered trying out some m/m, this is the book to start with!

✔6. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups: Devil's Bride - If you're going to read Stephanie Laurens, this is the one to read. She's become so prolific and her books keep going down in quality, but this was one of the first and in my opinion one of the best.

7. Twix: Liabilities

8. Laffy Taffy: The Mane Event and I'll Be Your Drill, Soldier both qualify for this category as well, just so you know. I LOVE humor with my romance and I've heard great things about Wallbanger. I haven't been fortunate enough to read this one myself yet, but it's high on my list!

Connected (Connections #1) by Kim Karr Darkfever (Fever, #1) by Karen Marie Moning Wicked Burn by Beth Kery The Mane Event (Pride, #1) by Shelly Laurenston I'll Be Your Drill, Soldier by Crystal Rose Devil's Bride (Cynster, #1) by Stephanie Laurens Liabilities (Balance Sheet, #2) by Shannon Dermott Wallbanger by Alice Clayton


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments RRRC Read the Month Dutch Edition Juni (June) 2013
Duration: June 1, 2013 - June 30, 2013

Completed: 1/4

J: Jessica Sorensen-The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden
U: Up In Flames by Nicole Williams
N: Nyrae Dawn-Facade
I: The Ice Prince. Sandra Marton by Sandra Marton

DNF


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments June Monthly Challenge
Challenge Duration: June 1 to June 30, 2013
COMPLETED CHALLENGE

8/8

1. “J" is for June:
Read a book that starts with 'J’ or a book whose author's first or last name starts with 'J’.

The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden by Jessica Sorensen ★★★★ 06/16

2. Happy Birthday, Susinok!:
Read a book from a June birthday celebrant's GR bookshelf whose name/nickname starts with the same letter as yours OR match the date of your birthday (1-30) to a member on the RRRC June Birthday List. If no initials or dates match exactly, pick the next closest letter or date (above or below).

Small Town Siren by Sophie Oak ★★★★ 06/26

3. Geography:
Read a book whose author, character or setting is from Spain. Spain is known for their art (Goya, Picasso, and Dali), architecture, music (Flamenco, classical guitar), and cinema, so read a book that incorporates the arts or an artist.

Tempt Me by Olivia Cunning ★★★★ 06/05

4. Father's Day (June 16):
Read a book with a father as a main character or with a father-to-be (pregnancy in story).

Forever Too Far by Abbi Glines ★★★★★ 06/11

5. Flag Day (June 14):
Read a book with a military/political theme or character, or a book that takes place in a country that you would like to visit.

Mouth to Mouth by Erin McCarthy ★★★★★ 06/29

8. Rebuild Your Life Month:
Read a book where a main character makes a big change in their life. Ex: New job, moves to a new city, divorce, adoption, rehab, etc.

Beauty from SurrenderGeorgia Cates ★★★★★ 06/04

9. Name Your Poisen Day (June 8):
Read a book from one of your favorite genres that you have been neglecting lately.

Feral Sins by Suzanne Wright ★★★★★ 06/14

10. Readers Choice:

Entwined with You by Sylvia Day ★★★★★ 06/10

The Coincidence of Callie and Kayden (The Coincidence, #1) by Jessica Sorensen Small Town Siren (Texas Sirens, #1) by Sophie Oak Tempt Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #2) by Olivia Cunning Mouth to Mouth by Erin McCarthy Forever Too Far (Too Far, #3) by Abbi Glines Feral Sins (The Phoenix Pack, #1) by Suzanne Wright Entwined with You (Crossfire, #3) by Sylvia Day Beauty from Surrender (Beauty, #2) by Georgia Cates


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Read-The-Season SUMMER CHALLENGE
Duration: June 21/13 - September 21/13

Completed: 4/5

Z:
O: Small Town Siren by Sophie Oak
M: Mouth to Mouth by Erin McCarthy
E: Extreme Love by Abby Niles
R: Roxie Rivera; Yuri
Small Town Siren (Texas Sirens, #1) by Sophie Oak Mouth to Mouth by Erin McCarthy Extreme Love (Love to the Extreme, #1) by Abby Niles Yuri (Her Russian Protector, #3) by Roxie Rivera


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments July PIFM Challenge
Duration: July 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013
Thanks, Elke!

Ok, here are your picks Tiff , hope you like them! If not I can try again! Happy Reading!!!


Summer Nights: How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf-loved this book..."its love at first sniff"!!

Hopelessly Devoted to You: Wallbanger-this was a very funny, feel good book to me! ;)

Greased Lightnin': Own the Wind ✔ ★★★★★ Another great start to an even better series by K.A.!

Beauty School Dropout:
The Edge of Never-looks good and its a mix of YA & New Adult. Or The Host good book, slow in the beginning, but it picks up and I couldn't put it down!

Born to Hand Jive: Take Me ✔ ★★★ or Hot Ticket both are next in each series!

There Are Worse Things I Could Do: In Bed with a Highlander ✔ ★★★★★ -good start to the series!

You're The One That I Want: Darkfever -Awesome start to a great series!

We Go Together: On the Island-very good book, one of my faves last year!

How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #1) by Molly Harper Wallbanger by Alice Clayton Own the Wind (Chaos, #1) by Kristen Ashley The Edge of Never (The Edge of Never, #1) by J.A. Redmerski Take Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #3) by Olivia Cunning Hot Ticket (Sinners on Tour, #3) by Olivia Cunning In Bed with a Highlander (McCabe Trilogy, #1) by Maya Banks Darkfever (Fever, #1) by Karen Marie Moning On the Island (On the Island #1) by Tracey Garvis-Graves The Host (The Host, #1) by Stephenie Meyer


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Read the Month Dutch Edition: Juli (July)
Duration: July 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013

1/4

✔ J: This Man Confessed by Jodi Ellen Malpas ★★★★★
U: Up In Flames by Nicole Williams
L: Devil's Bride by Stephanie Laurens
I: If I Were You by Lisa Renee Jones

This Man Confessed (This Man, #3) by Jodi Ellen Malpas Devil's Bride (Cynster, #1) by Stephanie Laurens Up In Flames by Nicole Williams If I Were You (Inside Out, #1) by Lisa Renee Jones

DNF


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments July Monthly Challenge
Challenge Duration: July 1 to July 31, 2013

Read: 2/6

1. “J" is for July: This Man Confessed by Jodi Ellen Malpas ✔ ★★★★★

2. Member of the Month: Sweet Ride by Maegan Lynn Moores

5. Independence Day (July 4th): If I Were You by Lisa Renee Jones

7. I Forgot Day (July 2nd): Wallbanger by
Alice Clayton

8. National Nude Day (July 14th): Take Me by Olivia Cunning ✔ ★★★

10. Readers Choice: The Stillness of You by Julie Bale


This Man Confessed (This Man, #3) by Jodi Ellen Malpas Sweet Ride (Ride, #2) by Maegan Lynn Moores If I Were You (Inside Out, #1) by Lisa Renee Jones Wallbanger by Alice Clayton Take Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #3) by Olivia Cunning The Stillness of You (Beautifully Damaged, #1) by Julie Bale

DNF


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Count me in! Amazing challenge yay! :)

Dare You To Read Challenge: Climb The Stairs
Duration: July 15, 2013 - December 15, 2013

3/15

Level 1- Read 1: Novella
Beautiful Bitch
Level 2- Read 2: Different Authors
Lisa Renee Jones: If I Were You
J.A. Redmerski: The Edge of Never
Level 3- Read 3: New 2013 Release
Liabilities
Gabriel's Redemption
Simple Perfection
Level 4- Read 4: Favorite Author
Kristen Ashley:
Own the Wind ✔ ★★★★★
Creed
Fire Inside
Golden Trail
Level 5- Read 5: Favorite Genre: Erotica
Take Me ✔ ★★★
The Mighty Storm ✔ ★★★★★
Facade
Seeing Shadows
Fighting to Forgive

Beautiful Bitch (Beautiful Bastard, #1.5) by Christina Lauren
If I Were You (Inside Out, #1) by Lisa Renee Jones The Edge of Never (The Edge of Never, #1) by J.A. Redmerski
Liabilities (Balance Sheet, #2) by Shannon Dermott Gabriel's Redemption (Gabriel's Inferno, #3) by Sylvain Reynard Simple Perfection (Rosemary Beach, #5) by Abbi Glines
Own the Wind (Chaos, #1) by Kristen Ashley Creed (Unfinished Hero, #2) by Kristen Ashley Fire Inside (Chaos, #2) by Kristen Ashley Golden Trail (The 'Burg, #3) by Kristen Ashley
Take Me (One Night with Sole Regret, #3) by Olivia Cunning The Mighty Storm (The Storm, #1) by Samantha Towle Facade (Games, #2) by Nyrae Dawn Seeing Shadows (Shadow, #1) by S.H. Kolee Fighting to Forgive (Fighting, #2) by J.B. Salsbury


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments August Pick-It-For-Me Challenge
Duration: August 1, 2013-August 31,2013
Thanks, Penney!

1. Purple:
Naked in Death
More than Meets the Ink

2. Blue:
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf
Seducing Cinderella

3. Green:
Creed
Dragon Bound

4. Yellow:
The Marriage Bargain
The Prize

5. Orange:
Seduction and Snacks
The Art of Submission

6. Red:
If I Were You
Wicked Ties
Dark Lover
*BDB is the ultimate source for dominate males :-)

7. Black:
The Edge of Never
In Bed with a Highlander

8. White:
Tangled
A Kingdom of Dreams

Naked in Death (In Death, #1) by J.D. Robb More than Meets the Ink (Bowen, #1) by Elle Aycart How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #1) by Molly Harper Seducing Cinderella (Fighting for Love, #1) by Gina L. Maxwell Creed (Unfinished Hero, #2) by Kristen Ashley Dragon Bound (Elder Races, #1) by Thea Harrison The Marriage Bargain (Marriage to a Billionaire, #1) by Jennifer Probst The Prize by Julie Garwood Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers, #1) by Tara Sivec The Art of Submission (The Art of D/s #1) by Ella Dominguez If I Were You (Inside Out, #1) by Lisa Renee Jones Wicked Ties (Wicked Lovers, #1) by Shayla Black Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #1) by J.R. Ward The Edge of Never (The Edge of Never, #1) by J.A. Redmerski In Bed with a Highlander (McCabe Trilogy, #1) by Maya Banks Tangled (Tangled, #1) by Emma Chase A Kingdom of Dreams (Westmoreland, #1) by Judith McNaught


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments September Pick-It-For-Me Challenge
Duration: September 1- September 31, 2013
Thanks, Apilif!

Fire
Naked in Death TBR
Seduction and Snacks TBR
Daughter of the Blood A great series, even though it has a bit of a slow start is still so worth it.
Change of Heart This one is m/m, but if you like possessive alpha males you should give it a shot. :)

Water
Darkfever TBR
Release Me TBR
Entice TBR
Jewels of the Sun A comfort read

Air
Dark LoverTBR
TangledTBR
On the Island TBR
Keeping Promise Rock m/m, but nobody does angst quite like Amy Lane. If you're in the mood for something different. :)

Earth
How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf TBR
The Duke and I (historical, but lighthearted and fun)
Promises m/m with a possessive alpha male, and just a great book
Flowers from the Storm Even though I don't read much m/f anymore, this one is still one of my all time favorites. Can't recommend it enough. :)

Naked in Death (In Death, #1) by J.D. Robb How to Flirt with a Naked Werewolf (Naked Werewolf, #1) by Molly Harper Seduction and Snacks (Chocolate Lovers, #1) by Tara Sivec Dark Lover (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #1) by J.R. Ward Tangled (Tangled, #1) by Emma Chase Daughter of the Blood (The Black Jewels, #1) by Anne Bishop Change of Heart (Change of Heart, #1) by Mary Calmes Darkfever (Fever, #1) by Karen Marie Moning Release Me (Stark Trilogy, #1) by J. Kenner Entice (Exquisite, #2) by Ella Frank Jewels of the Sun (Gallaghers of Ardmore / Irish Trilogy, #1) by Nora Roberts On the Island (On the Island #1) by Tracey Garvis-Graves Keeping Promise Rock (Promises, #1) by Amy Lane The Duke and I (Bridgertons, #1) by Julia Quinn Promises (Coda Books, #1) by Marie Sexton Flowers from the Storm by Laura Kinsale


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Tiff TowelsandHearts (towelsandhearts) | 291 comments Read the Month Welsh Edition: MAWRTH (March)
Duration: July 1, 2013 - July 31, 2013

M: Maya Banks - Never Seduce A Scot
A:
R: R.L. Mathewson - Sudden Response
T:
H:

Never Seduce a Scot (The Montgomerys and Armstrongs, #1) by Maya Banks Sudden Response (EMS, #1) by R.L. Mathewson


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